SUFFERING AND GLORY

We despised and rejected Him, even though He took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows.  We witness Him healing the sick, giving sight to the blind, resurrecting the dead, but we still refused Him as the Son of God.  Jesus suffered a horrible death between two immoral and dishonest men; so we would have restitution.  His death brought us grace; without regards to our worth or merits.  He did this in hope that we would follow Him and turn away from sin. 


Father, thank You, for the sacrifice of Your only Son; so we may have restitution, and grace.  Lord, for this very reason we should have faith and goodness; and to goodness, knowledge of the Word, and with knowledge self-control; and to self-control perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; love for each other; the same love You give to us through grace.  Father, help us become more like Christ; so we may be restored to You, and fill us with the Holy Spirit, so we will desire the things of the Spirit.  Lord, give us eyes that see and hears that hear; and help us be submissive to Your Word, in Jesus name Amen