Simple Faith .

1 Timothy 3:16 MSG

This Christian life is a great mystery, far exceeding our understanding, but some things are clear enough: He appeared in a human body, was proved right by the invisible Spirit, was seen by angels. He was proclaimed among all kinds of peoples, believed in all over the world, taken up into heavenly glory.

Matthew 28:18-20 NKJV

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."

Amen.

Sometimes I think we get all caught up in defining and expounding upon our faith—we make it very complicated and so difficult to live out and live into. These two passages pretty much break it down to the bottom line. Jesus Christ is the Lord and Savior of every Christian. It really is that simple! As I often say, not simple but not easy!

Timothy concedes that we could not possibly understand the mystery of Christ sent to earth to walk among mankind. It’s just inconceivable on so many levels! We have a choice to disbelieve because it is so unimaginable or to believe because we need a Savior so desperately. My choice is to believe. Most days, just to get through I need my Savior already having interceded in history on my behalf.

Our salvation was granted at no cost to us whatever! God’s grace is free and without requirements to achieve it. How can we not share that news with everyone we meet? How can we remain quiet? We see the world spinning seemingly out of control and we know that only Christ can save us. As individuals we have little hope to offer the world except the Risen Christ. He is powerful where we fall short.

I guess one would call that ‘simple faith.’ I know some individuals with that kind of faith – unshakable, uncomplicated and unwavering. I know my own life would be so much less stressful if I relied upon that unshakable, uncomplicated trust and faith that Jesus Christ is the savior not only of the world but of me. Why is it we trust him with the big problems of the world, but not the everyday issues in our little lives?

My prayer today is that before you let yourself get all twisted and tangled up in a stressful situation that you breathe in the breath of God. And that you allow the beauty and strength of Christ to fill your mind and heart.

Mary  ¶ 6:01 AM