Today’s Thought “I’m Amazed” G. Ward

“For while we were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. For one will hardly die for a righteous man; though perhaps for the good man someone would dare even to die. But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:6-8

There’s an anticipated blessed quietness understood best by older states-people that generally involves tremendous tears in recall of life’s journey. Thanksgiving is at the very helm of its intent to then invite a grievous longing for loved ones and friends who have departed. The wholeness of these contemplations (from any practical soul) must surely question one’s own departure including where eternal rest exists. There are few (Mt.7:13-14) with a blessed assurance in redemption and then others with overwhelming regret obscuring grace and mercy. The power of knowledge, particularly through Christian discipleship reveals hope, trusting not in man’s fragility but in Holy God’s love for mankind (2 Pe.3:9). The most prudent pursuit, intimacy with Christ (independent from others), is the cleft necessary in shadowing fear and doubt.

Happy Wednesday!