Forgiveness through Jesus God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. – 2 Corinthians 5:19 February holds the day that often makes or breaks relationships: Valentine’s Day! It’s a day of engagement rings, flowers, dinners, and the hope for returned affections. For all…

Jesus is My Savior from Fear The angel said to [the shepherds], “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” –…

Jesus is My Savior from the World“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33 Do you struggle in life? Are there days when it seems like you’re under siege on all sides? Do you wish someone would save you from…

Jesus is My Savior from Myself By grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. – Ephesians 2:8-9 “I can do it all by myself!” If you have children, you have heard these…

Jesus is My Savior from Satan The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work. – 1 John 3:8 Is the devil real? He doesn’t really exist, right? WRONG! The devil is a fallen angel. He is called Satan, which means “adversary.” He has one goal….

Jesus is My Savior from Death The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. – Romans 6:23 There is a reason that people don’t like to talk about death. Death is scary. Despite all of our medical advances, it…

Jesus is My Savior from Sin The blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. – 1 John 1:7 As we celebrate our nation’s Independence Day, we have plenty of reasons to be thankful. Throughout the generations, the Lord has blessed us with peace and protection. He has…

Jesus is My Savior by Faith “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.” – Mark 15:16 In many places, June ushers in warmer weather. Summer begins in earnest, and that means people like to be outside and enjoy the warm temperatures….

Jesus is the Ascended Savior Jesus was taken up into heaven. – Luke 24:51 Mary, the mother of Jesus, received the angel’s announcement that her son would be the Son of God and the King of God’s people (Luke 1: 32). What amazement must have filled her heart! Yet Simeon’s…

Jesus is the Risen Savior “Because I live, you also will live.” – John 14:19 EMPTY Finding something empty can leave you feeling a wide variety of emotions. When you have a craving for something sweet, you reach into the cookie jar to satisfy yourself. However, when all you find…