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Podcast 41.2 Transcript
Welcome to Thursday Thoughts at Resonant 7, where we reflect on the reality of God and resolve to let it resound in our lives, repeatedly. Let’s think about this.
O perfect redemption the purchase of blood
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, Ephesians 1:7 ESV
SImply put, our redemption has been purchased with the blood of Jesus. Our sins had separated us from God and we had no way back. That is until Christ offered His life to pay from our trepasses, all the ways we had violated the law of God. GIve Him glory!
To every believer the promise of God
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 ESV
Every believer. What a powerful, all-inclusive statement! Redemption is available to everyone who believes. And look at this short list of things that come with it: courage, strength, help, and support from none other than God Himself. Put your trust in Him today and believe.
The vilest offender who truly believes
And he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Luke 23:42 ESV
The vilest offender? Who comes to mind? Probably not the thief on the cross, but he will certainly provide us with a great case study. He demonstrates His true belief, acknowledging Jesus as King and asking simply to be remembered. What might you have asked hanging there?
That moment from Jesus a pardon receives
And he said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” Luke 23:43 ESV
What a promise! There on the cross, in that moment of belief Jesus offers the thief a pardon. He accepted the punishment of the cross for the wrongs He had done. He did not ask to be spared, only to be remembered. Jesus promises an inheritance to the believing thief. Good news!
Take a few moments to talk to Jesus about what has come to your mind, or listen to what He is saying to you, then I will read our text once more, with the refrain.
Praise the Lord praise the Lord Let the earth hear His voice
Praise the Lord praise the Lord Let the people rejoice
O come to the Father through Jesus the Son
And give Him the glory great things He has done
Take the mindfulness of God’s presence cultivated in these last few minutes into the next ones and beyond. Until next time,
Be Resonant.
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