September 9________________________________________
For since our friendship with God was restored by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be saved through the life of his Son. -Romans 5:10 (NLT)
RESTORED FRIENDSHIP
A poem and essay by ILMA
What did the sacrifice on the cross bring about?
Didn’t it cancel all your sins and doubts?
Christ’s death restored our friendship
With his blood, we remain in his kinship.
Jesus saved us while we were still his enemies
He set the example for obedience and humility
We will certainly be saved through Jesus’ life
Abide in him and you will enjoy his peace and light.
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A friend is defined as a person attached to another by feelings of affection or personal regard. They are people who you enjoy and like to be with. They are there for you through thick or thin. They support you, your beliefs and would protect you from harm and encourage you to grow. When I was in the Philippines I had many friends. When I came to Canada, my notion of friendship have changed because God changed me too.
The bible tells us that our friendship with God was restored by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies. It is through Jesus’ life that we will be saved. His death on the cross restored our relationship with God. Isn’t it a privilege to be called the friend of God?
PRAYER
Jesus, thank you for your sacrifice on the cross.
REFLECTION
How intimate is your friendship with God?
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