Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
I Come to the Cross
“He himself bore our sins…”
1 Peter 2:24 (ESV)
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)
And 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.
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