MADE SIN FOR US!

 

Saturday, July 11, 2026

 

MADE SIN FOR US!

 

2 Cor 5:21

21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.

 

          Scholars see in this verse much to argue about but, I suppose, that is the nature of scholars. One is furious that anyone should think that Jesus might be considered the greatest of sinners because of our sins. Another marvels that the Son of God was made completely sin. For me it is simpler than all that. I, the sinner, became righteous while He, the righteous, bore the punishment!

 

          Perhaps we should listen carefully to the comment of Christ Himself when he looked up into the face of God and said: “My God, My God, Why hast thou forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46) For the first time ever, Jesus felt abandoned by the Father because either [1] the Father could not countenance sin or [2] He could not look upon the punishment being borne by His Son. Either way works for me and perhaps it is for both reasons.

 

          I think we argue these points so that we don’t have to focus on the truth that we are sinners. Our most horrible sin was laid on Jesus. Now it no longer rests on us. Not only have we been wiped clean, but we have been deep cleaned. It’s not fair now and it wasn’t fair then.

 

          Jesus was just what John said he was. He was the Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world. Think of it! A world of sin!

 

Nothing But The Blood

 

For my pardon, this I see,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus;
For my cleansing this my plea,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.

 

Father, we dare not sanitize religion by ignoring the very blood that saves us. Thank you for becoming my sin offering. AMEN

 

A SIMPLE KEY TO SUCCESS!

 

Friday, July 10, 2026

 

A SIMPLE KEY TO SUCCESS!

 

Josh 1:8

8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.

 

          Success is universally desired so why is there so much failure? Perhaps it’s because many do not have the key that unlocks success in so many ventures. In our text above, The Lord gives Joshua a golden key to success as he leads Israel after the death of Moses. This key is the Bible.

 

          Read it! In fact, the clear indication is that it should be read aloud! God says that “it shall not depart out of thy mouth.” When we read out loud the words enter the eye gate, swirl around the mind, exit the mouth and then re-enter through the ear gate and lodge in the mind.

 

          Meditate! Quietly contemplate the spiritual truths presented when you read the Word of God. Mull it over until it makes sense and forms a plan of action for the day – or night.

 

          Do! Act on the wise instructions found in the Law of God. There are 31 chapters in the book of Proverbs. You can read one chapter every day and finish the book within a month. Plan your day, your job, your home, and your life by these instructions.

 

          Prosper! Watch God produce gains because of your wise obedience to His Word. 1 Sam 2:30 says: “them that honor me I will honor.”

 

          Succeed! Give your plans to the God you are honoring. Success is the Hebrew word sakal and simply means “to make intelligent decisions.” Now that you have that golden key, go find some locks!

 

Dear Lord, let me quietly contemplate the truths of your Word. Let me act upon the wise counsel you give. AMEN

 

A SONG FOR THE BURDENED HEART!

 

Thursday, July 9, 2026

 

A SONG FOR THE BURDENED HEART!

 

Ps 61:1-4

1 Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3 For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. 4 I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.

 

          I often sense the burdens that others are carrying. It is a part of the shepherd’s assignment and can’t be denied though I try. Sometimes I can help but often I feel somewhat helpless. It can be overwhelming to deal with the overwhelmed.

 

          The word “overwhelmed” is from a word that means “to cover over” like a thick blanket. There is darkness, confusion, and a heavy weight that covers and conceals the victim.

 

          David needed a rock or military high ground. He needed to be able to see far and clearly. He needed to be safe from trouble. He needed peace, safety, and comfort. That rock is Christ (1 Cor. 10:4).

 

          Jesus promised, in John 14:18, “I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.” The word “comfortless” is the Greek orphanos and means “to be orphaned.”

 

Dear Rock of my Salvation, thank you for not leaving me and orphan. Thank you for safety, peace, and comfort. AMEN