JUSTIFY

 

Write From My Heart

September 6, 2021

JUSTIFY  to free from blame or guilt

Romans 5:1-2 (NIV) Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.

            Many years ago as a teenager attending summer camp, I heard the best definition of being justified and it has stayed in my mind to this day. I have no idea to whom credit should go for this definition, but I will still share it with you.

JUSTIFIED just-as-if-I’d never sinned

            It is through faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior that we gain access to God’s peace and grace. Truly this brings joy when our hope is placed in God’s glory. Whether days may be bright or dreary, whether our current circumstances find good health or pain, no matter what the day may bring—it brings hope and joy for those who place their faith and trust in God. We don’t deserve this, but it is graciously provided by the sacrifice of Christ. It is the sacrificial gift of Christ that frees us from blame and guilt and allows us to find peace with God.

Romans 5:1-2 (NLT) Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory.