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Sacrifice
Saturday, April 4, 2015
True Sacrifice
READ: Hebrews 9:11-28, John 3:1-20, 1 John 1:5-10, Micah 6:6-8
KEY VERSE: For God so loved the world that He gave his one and only son,
that whoever believes shall not perish but have eternal life. -John 3:16 (NIV)
True sacrifice comes out of love and giving up something for the benefit of
others. Parents often give up many pleasures and material goods for their
children’s educations and futures. Caregivers surrender privacy and personal
attention for the care and comfort of loved ones, and many give up myriad
opportunities in order to help those whose needs supersede theirs. Other
people even give their lives for a cause and become martyrs.
Although these sacrifices are noble and help humankind, they pale in
comparison to the ultimate sacrifice made by our Lord and Savior, Jesus
Christ. Jesus made the greatest sacrifice of all time when He died on the
cross and took away sin (Hebrews 9:26). Out of love, He gave His life for our
salvation through His shed blood that purifies us of our sins (John 3:16, 1 John
1:9).
In response, God requires us to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly, and to
love, honor and praise Him all the days of our lives (Micah 6:8). –Rita Womack
LOOKING WITHIN: How can I have a closer walk with Jesus in gratitude for
His sacrifice for my sins?
Dear Lord, thank you for your sacrifice on the cross, and help me to share
the Good News with others. Amen.
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