The Greatest Promise

John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life,” (NIV). One of the most exciting promises in the Bible is found in this passage of Scripture. God loves us so much that He sent His only Son to live, die and be resurrected for us. If you are a Christian, have you ever really taken the time to meditate on what that means? Do you realize that the scars on the hands, feet and side of Jesus are there so each one of us can find forgiveness and be made wholly acceptable before God? If you are not a Christian but would like to join the family of God, the steps to becoming part of the family are very simple. The first thing one must do is admit that they are a sinner because we all fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23). We are all sinners and make mistakes. It does not matter how many good things we do, we are still sinners. With this admission we also need to realize that the penalty for being a sinner is death (Romans 6:23). We neither deserve to live eternally, nor do we deserve forgiveness, yet God has so graciously provided a way. Through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ we can come to Him. The next step is to believe with everything in you that Jesus Christ died for your sins (Romans 5:8). He died for each of us, but it is important that you make it personal. Can you say, Jesus Christ died for my sins, and truly, completely in your heart know it and believe it? If you are struggling with this truth, I recommend you read the gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John). Read them praying that the Holy Spirit will open your eyes so you may see the truth of what Jesus has done for you. Last but not least; you must commit your life into His capable hands (Romans 10:8-10). Confess to the Lord that you need Him to lead and guide your life. Give your life into the hands of God and let Him make the changes He desires in your life. He created you and has a plan for your life. Will you submit to Him and give Him full control? Who is this promise for? YOU. This promise is for all. It is for anyone who will humble themselves and cry out to the Lord Jesus Christ and ask Him to forgive them of their sins and invite Him into their lives. No one is too far gone to be saved. No sin is too great for Jesus Christ to forgive. No, not one. You do not need to add anything else. The blood that Jesus shed was the requirement and payment for our salvation. It excites me to know this and to share it with you. Putting our lives in the nail-scarred hands of Jesus Christ is a powerful thing. Allowing Him to make us into the people He has created us to be, will fill us with a peace and joy that surpasses anything we could ever imagine. It does not mean however, that your life will be all roses and daisies. There will still be trials and hard times but you will never be on your own. With Jesus by your side, you can be assured that He will stay near. He is never more than a prayer away. Will you put your life in His hands and allow Him to become everything to you?