Royal Salvation
By Him to reconcile all things to Himself, by Him, whether things on earth or things in heaven, having made peace through the blood of His cross.
Colossians 1:20
In the biography of Queen Victoria, there is a heart-warming story told. She went into the slums of London and visited the home of an elderly lady. When the queen rose to leave, she asked, “Is there anything I can do for you?” The woman said, “Yes, ma’am, Your Majesty, you can meet me in Heaven.” The queen turned to her and said, “Yes. I’ll be there, but only because of the blood that was shed on the cross for you and for me.” Queen Victoria, in her day, was the most powerful woman in the world, but she had to depend on the blood of Christ for her salvation; and so do we.
The Bible says that God is the Author of peace (1 Corinthians 14:33). God provided salvation through the cross. He made peace by the shedding of His blood. The war that exists between us and God can be over quickly because the peace treaty has been signed in the blood of His Son Jesus Christ. This is the heart of the Gospel message that has been proclaimed around the world. It is Good News. It is the best news. And the world desperately needs to hear it and heed it!
In Colossians 3:15, the Bible says, “Let the peace of God rule in your hearts.” Do not miss the peace of God in your struggles, turmoil, trials and pressures of life. We can know with certainty the peace of God. Whatever the circumstance, whatever the need, whatever the duty, whatever the price, whatever the sacrifice, God’s strength can be yours in your hour of need, and He will grant you faith to believe and follow Him in your hour of decision.
Bible Reading
Hebrews 9:11-14.
Prayer
My Dear Lord God, You wash me and make me fully clean. In the blood of Your Son, Lord Jesus. Help me to live for You, serving you faithfully, sharing your love with others, and telling of the Saviour. Amen.
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