Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Jesus of Nazareth

In John 19:19, there is such a powerful statement. "Jesus of Nazareth, The King of the Jews."  Now we know that Pilate had that sign put up for the agitation of the Jews but it was such a powerful statement.  Hanging on that cross between heaven and earth was Jesus of Nazareth, who was and is, the King of the Jews.  Jesus had come for one purpose and that was to be the eternal sacrifice for mankind.  He died that man might be free from their sins and be forgiven.  Pilate may not have known that He was doing what God wanted him to do but no truer statement was made.  Jesus of Nazareth is the King of of the Jews but also of all mankind.  Paul said, that one day every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord.  What a day that will be.  When the sign put above Jesus' head will have a more universal application.  Today many people believe so many lies but when a person knows the Son and they know that He came to set them free no greater reality becomes apparent.  When Jesus Christ sets your free from your sin.  When you have been forgiven and are given eternal and abundant life you want to share this truth with everyone who will hear.  Paul did and He said in 1 Cor 11:23, "That which I have receive I pass unto you."  There is no greater message and reality then salvation.  Things are so abundantly clear to you.  Jesus is the reason you live and the message of His redemption becomes your focus.  So today live and promote the message of Jesus Christ.  The apostles did and they reshaped their world.  Tell this wonderful message to your family and friends and reshape yours for the glory of God.   

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