A Moment

Today's sermon was all about salvation. The scripture passage was in Galatians 1:1-5

      Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father,
      who raised him from the dead— 2and all the brothers with me,

       To the churches in Galatia:
      Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself 
      for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 
     to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

 

We have a problem in our lives. It is a problem that grows from the Fall of Adam and Eve. It is the problem of sin. The inherent tendency in us to choose ourselves to choose other than God. If anyone doubts it they need to spend time with a two year old. A two year old knows two words "No" and "Mine". It is the perfect snapshot of our rebellion and selfishness

1. We are sinful (vs 4; gave himself for our sin)

      For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God 3:23


2. We are separated from God
     That sin separates us from a holy God. It is a chasm that we cannot cross on our own.

3. There is rescue

     a. Jesus Christ who left heaven and became flesh

     b. Jesus Christ who gave his life

    c. Jesus Christ who was resurrected

Conclusion: We do not have to stay in our sin. The power of the resurrection is the same power to resurrect us from sin and death. It is a choice that we make for life, for hope and for forgiveness.This is a life changing moment, a moment that our entire future hangs in the balance on. Today is the moment. This is the time to give your life and heart to Jesus Christ. It is the time to be reconciled to a holy God, to find forgiveness to find hope. God loves you, he has a purpose and a plan for you.God loves you, God loves you, God loves you and He is calling you this morning.

Just Connie