Ephesians 2:13
But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.
In the journey of life we must always remember where we came from, in order to appreciate where we are and who has brought us this far. God, by His matchless mercy has redeemed us from evil and made us saints and members of His kingdom. It's amazing to remember how far and hopeless we were and how hopeful and accepted in the beloved we are right now. Do you remember the days of affliction? Do you remember the times of ungodliness and bondage of sin? Do you remember the seasons of tears and fear? Do you remember the era of conflict and danger? Jesus made all the difference by giving us peace on every side. We are alive and full of hope because He loves us.
His blood destroyed the middle wall of partition that separated us from light. His love reconciled us with the Father. Look how we now shine in His presence. Behold the splendor and beauty of His presence in us. Check out the abundant life we enjoy in Christ today. Consider the all round prosperity showered on us by the Father through Christ.
Let us be grateful and shout for joy, for God has done great things for us, more than we can ever imagine. Rise and shout for joy, for the accused is made free and the guilty is acquitted. In Christ we got the victory and life in Him is eternal. It's by His mercy we are not consumed.
Let's pray together.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for bringing us into oneness with you. Thank you for washing us clean and granting us acceptance in the beloved. Receive all the glory, in Jesus name. Amen.
