Tag: Jesus’ sacrifice

February 14, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

The Greatest Love of All

Opening Verse

“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” – John 15:13 (KJV)

Introduction

Valentine’s Day is a time when the world celebrates love. But no earthly love can compare to the love Jesus showed us. His love was not just words—it was action. He demonstrated the ultimate sacrifice, giving His life for us. On this day, while many celebrate romance, let us turn our hearts to the greatest love story ever told—the love of Christ.

Devotional Story

A young woman once found herself feeling lonely on Valentine’s Day. She scrolled through pictures of flowers, chocolates, and happy couples, feeling like she was missing out. But then she remembered a verse she had read earlier: “I have loved thee with an everlasting love.” (Jeremiah 31:3)

She closed her eyes and whispered, “Lord, remind me of Your love.” Suddenly, she felt peace wash over her. She remembered how Jesus loved the unlovable, how He healed the brokenhearted, and how He willingly gave His life so she could be free.

Instead of feeling empty, she felt full—full of the love of God, which never fades, never fails, and never ends. That night, she wrote a letter to Jesus, thanking Him for being her first and greatest love.

What This Means

Human love may fail, relationships may change, but God’s love is eternal. Jesus proved His love by giving everything for us. Whether we feel loved by others or not, we must remember: we are already deeply loved by the One who matters most.

Think About This

  • Do you measure love by what the world shows or by what Jesus has done?
  • How can you reflect Christ’s love to others today?
  • Are you resting in the truth that you are fully known and fully loved by God?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, thank You for showing me the greatest love of all. Help me to never forget that Your love is unconditional, unshakable, and eternal. Let me reflect that love to others, not just on this day, but every day. In Your name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“We love him, because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19 (KJV)

January 8, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

God’s Judgment and Mercy

Opening Verse

“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.” – 2 Corinthians 5:21 (KJV)

Introduction

The ultimate judgment for sin fell on Jesus Christ at the cross. His sacrifice was God’s profound act of love and mercy, satisfying the justice of a holy God. Yet, the final judgment remains for those who reject this gift of grace. Every person faces a choice: to accept Christ’s payment for sin or to bear the weight of judgment themselves.

Devotional Story

A young man named Mark wrestled with guilt over choices that had hurt others deeply. He had heard about Jesus but believed his sins were too great to be forgiven. One day, while sitting in a church, he heard the pastor read Romans 6:23:

“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

The words struck his heart. He realized that Jesus had already taken the punishment he deserved. The cross was the place where God’s justice and mercy met. Tears streamed down Mark’s face as he knelt and accepted Jesus as his Savior, feeling the weight of his guilt lift.

Mark’s story is a reminder that God doesn’t want us to carry the burden of sin. Jesus already bore it for us. Yet, there is a warning: to refuse His gift is to face the eternal consequences of sin.

What This Means

The cross is the greatest act of love in history. Jesus took our place, absorbing the judgment for sin so we could receive eternal life. However, rejecting His sacrifice leaves us exposed to the final judgment—a separation from God forever.

God’s offer is simple: repent, believe in Jesus, and receive forgiveness. His judgment for sin was placed on Jesus, but His final judgment will come to those who refuse to accept this free gift.

Think About This

  • Have you fully accepted Jesus’ sacrifice for your sins?
  • What holds you back from embracing His mercy and forgiveness?
  • How does the reality of the final judgment stir you to share the Gospel with others?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, thank You for taking the judgment I deserve upon Yourself. I accept Your gift of forgiveness and eternal life. Help me to live in the light of Your mercy and share Your love with others. Give me the boldness to point others to the cross, so they too may escape the final judgment. Amen.

Closing Verse

“He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.” – John 3:36 (KJV)