1 Peter 2:24 (ESV)
He himself bore our sins…….
Lord Jesus, I am startled and astonished by that
statement. “He himself bore our sins…” I can hardly think the thought or utter the
words: “He himself bore our sins…”
I cannot lift my head or raise my eyes to behold
such an unspeakable sight. I can only respond as another sinner: “…the tax collector stood at a distance and
dared not even lift his eyes to heaven as he prayed. Instead, he beat his chest
in sorrow, saying, ‘O God, be merciful to me, for I am a sinner.’ Luke
18:13 (NLT)
Such mercy reaches beyond
our need. It is the love that defies dimension. Lord Jesus enable us to “…. know this love that
surpasses knowledge-- "
Ephesians 3:18-19
(NIV)
Lord Jesus I think of
the song with such appropriate words: “I
come to the cross seeking mercy and grace. I come to the cross, where you died
in my place. Out of my weakness and into your strength, humbly, I come to the
cross. Your arms are open. You call me by name. You welcome this child that was
lost. You paid the price for my guilt and my shame, Jesus, I come to the
cross.”
Written by Bob Somma and
Bill Barstone
Lord Jesus, thank you
for bearing my sin and bringing forgiveness and healing to my soul. It is
astonishing!
Amen
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