Romans 5:1-5
The rapid changes in our world can give us a sense of unease
and uncertainty. We can be thrown off balance by the suffering we see around
us, the evolving technology that outpaces our ability to absorb it, and the
daily rise and fall of the financial markets. Sometimes what seems worthwhile
to us today has less value tomorrow.
As problems mount, we can become discouraged and lose heart.
But basing all our hope on man’s ability to solve problems or modify a
situation is not the answer. We can achieve only temporary peace when we alter
our own circumstances or adjust our outward behavior.
The root problem in our culture is spiritual—namely, man has
a sin nature that is at enmity with God. Sin prompts us to look out for
ourselves and pursue what we want. Neither our intellect nor talent could have
changed our sinful state or brought us peace with God. However, those who trust
Jesus as Savior receive a new nature and are reconciled to the Lord. As His
adopted children, we not only are at peace with Him but also have been given
the power to live in harmony with one another.
No matter how much life changes, we can have hope, for we
are anchored to a firm foundation that will never be shaken (Isa. 28:16).
Remember, the believer’s hope rests in the triune
God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Our heavenly Father knows each of us by name
(Isa. 43:1). Our Savior keeps every divine promise (2 Corinthians 1:20). And
the Holy Spirit assures us that we are secure in Christ, both in this life and
the one to come.
Thought for today:
What is my faith dependent upon?
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