The cross was once an emblem of suffering and shame. But it has become to us a symbol of beauty because it was at the cross that our Savior revealed Himself to be our beautiful Savior. The cross is where we find our redemption, our worth, our identity, and our purpose. “But may it never be that I would boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.” (Gal. 6:14).
There are countless ways to get lost but only one right way. We need a guide who will keep our souls on the right track. That guide is the LORD and in this text of Scripture, He gives us wisdom in four critical areas of life to ensure that our paths are indeed straight and headed heavenward. The four areas are the word of God, sin, wealth, and suffering. May the LORD continually instill in us the wisdom for life to bear much fruit for Him.
God’s grace for repentant sinners extends beyond conversion. His grace continues in His children so that their faith flourishes to the praise of His glory. This passage teaches us what biblical faith looks like for every Christian.
At the cross Jesus shone forth as our Savior. He beautified the cross and made it our singular boast.
There are countless ways to get lost but only one right way. We need the LORD’s wisdom to navigate through the challenges of life.
Every Christian is called to work out his or her own salvation with dedication. With final salvation (glorification) as our goal, holiness is our inseparable disciplined lifestyle. Holiness is every Christian’s committed work.
Christ died not only to remove our guilt but to bring us into the very presence of God. The good news of the gospel is not just that we’re saved from wrath, but that we are adopted, forgiven, welcomed into fellowship, freed from sin, and given eternal hope in Him. This lesson reminds us that Christ’s death is the pathway to communion with God both now and forever.
Christ died not only to save us but also to leave us an example of holy suffering, showing us how to endure injustice while entrusting ourselves to God. He lived without sin, reviled no one in return, and submitted to the Father’s will—even unto death. This lesson teaches us what following Christ looks like: imitating His humility, righteousness, and patient endurance, especially in times of suffering.
Christ died to reveal His deep, sacrificial love for the church—He gave Himself to cleanse, sanctify, and present her in glory, without blemish. His love is steadfast, nourishing, and committed to our eternal good. This lesson teaches us how marriage points to this greater love: the love Christ has for His people.
Have you ever thought you were too old to be able to do something? Abram and Sarai did.
Have you ever went on a trip without knowing your end destination?
Why do the people of the world speak different languages? And what does this have to do with the pride of man?
