Confession:

We confess that we live our lives based on many truths found outside the gospel.

Prayer:

We pray that we would embrace the gospel of Jesus Christ as the most significant truth in all of life. (1 Corinthians 15:1-8)

Most of my life, and from what I observe, most of our lives are spent living by truths found outside of the gospel of Jesus Christ. For each one of us it may look a little different. I, for example, often operate under the assumption (or “truth”) that my life as a Christian should run relatively smoothly. I also live according to the “truth” that I should love, care for and reach out to my friends, while leaving my enemies or even people I just don’t know out in the cold. For others it might be the idea that we are here to live comfortably, and spend our lives working towards financial, emotional and physical security.

These sins are not as blatant, open or public as others, but they are just as detrimental. We must begin and continue to live our lives under the Truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ. This means viewing all of life in light of the gospel. 

So instead of being hurt/bitter/angry towards a friend or enemy who has wronged us, we look back to the cross and what Christ did while we were enemies towards Him. This alone allows us to love people unconditionally, especially when we have been wronged or hurt.

Instead of being worried/upset/anxious about our financial, emotional or physical health, we look forward to the day when our risen savior will reign over our perfect bodies in a perfect world. This allows us to be a light of hope to those around us who are caught in similar circumstances. 

This week let’s pray that we as people, and one day as a church will live our lives in light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This transformation will take prayer, meditation, and honest accountability amongst ourselves about where our hearts are.