Never

Good Enough

 

 

Somewhere in time, this week, I have been thinking.  That could be dangerous, because I have a crazy imagination.  I once had the idea to open a restaurant called “Just Desserts” because I wanted the tag line to be – Isn’t it time you got your just desserts.  There was one problem and that is I’m not a pastry chef. I would have to hire someone.  Now, I’m trying to figure out how to make a living doing nothing but tea sandwiches.  I do make really good sandwiches. 

But anyway, this week, I have been thinking about other religions.  I’m not an expert, but I know that most have something in common.  Most have things you have to do to prove yourself worthy.

There is something deep within use that would like to earn our own salvation.  We want to feel like we deserve it. 

I think that’s too hard. No matter how hard I try, I’ll never be good enough for heaven.

Romans 10:9

New King James Version (NKJV)

⁹ that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Being a Christian has nothing to do with me.  It’s not how many times I pray, even though prayer is a good thing.  It’s not about giving to the poor, even though I would recommend it if you can.  It’s not about being nice, or doing good deeds. It’s about accepting a free gift.  Salvation is a gift that is free to me and you and everyone else. Jesus gave His life to allow me this opportunity.

I did nothing to deserve salvation, but yet I have it.  I can promise that becoming a Christian can and will change your life.  You may pray more often. You may give more freely and you might become a better person. But none of this brings salvation.  Only the sacrifice of Christ brings salvation. 

Since I know I will never be good enough on my own. I’m relieved to know that God takes me just as I am.

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