Relationships governed by law: “I’ll love you when/if you meet my standards.”
Relationships governed by grace: “I’ll love you in spite of the fact that you do not meet my standards.”
—David Zahl
Remember today that if you’re God’s child, there is nothing in your life that puts your true identity, your real security or your God-given purpose at risk.
Legalism says: God’s love and acceptance depends on you and what you do for God.
Christianity says: God’s love and acceptance depends on God and what he’s done for you.
The love of Jesus is depicted by the fact that the cross was always in his future. He lived every day with it in view and he never wavered or looked for a way out.
"We have this treasure in jars of clay..." Powerful message on 2 Cor. 4 from @SBTS provost @RandyStinson this morning. #CUinChapel
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The Bible tells us to “count it all joy” (James 1:2). But how can we be joyful when experiencing pain and suffering? What is the meaning of joy in the Christian life? https://t.co/tNUGExIAQL