Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

 Jesus Christ who Redeems

1 Peter 1: 18-25

“For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.”  vs 18
In this passage, Apostle Peter is providing hope and assurance to believers by reminding us of the precious blood of Christ that has redeemed us from our sins. The passage specifically highlights the redemptive work of Christ, our faith and hope in God, and the enduring nature of God's Word. For today’s meditation, let us explore how these messages apply to our lives:
 We have been saved by the precious blood of Christ. Peter reminds us that we have not been redeemed with material things like gold or silver, but with the precious blood of Christ. This highlights the sacrifice of Christ and the price that was paid for our salvation. Jesus took our place and paid the penalty for our sins so that we could be reconciled with God. As Christians, we should never forget the great sacrifice that Jesus made for us. It is through His blood that we have been made righteous and are able to approach God with confidence.
Our Faith and Hope should be in God. Peter encourages us to have faith and hope in God. He reminds us that it is God who raised Christ from the dead and gave us new life through Him. Our ultimate hope and trust should not be in worldly things, but in God’s promises. We should be confident that God will keep His promises because of His track record of faithfulness throughout history. By putting our faith and hope in God, we can experience the peace and joy that comes from knowing that our future is secure in His hands.
The word of God is enduring.  Peter emphasizes the eternal nature of God's Word. The truth of God's Word transcends time and culture and is relevant for everybody. When we meditate on God’s word, we can be confident that we are building our lives on a strong foundation. It is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path, guiding us through all the challenges of life.

 
Prayer
We thank you Lord for the sacrifice on the cross for our salvation. May we be people of faith and hope, anchored in the unchanging truth of God's Word, and may our lives be a testimony to the power and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen!
Thought for the Day
“ As Christians we have been redeemed. We could not redeem ourselves. The price of our redemption is "the precious blood of Christ.” No greater price was ever paid for anything or anybody.

Dr Saji Thomas
Mar Thoma Church of greater Washington
Takoma Park, MD.

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