God's Word For Every Day

We gather at the Lord's Table. We celebrate the Lord's Supper. We remember Jesus Christ, the Son of God who loved us and gave himself for us. As we drink the wine, we recall the words of Jesus; "This is my blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins" (Matthew 26:28). The forgiveness of sins - This is our great theme. It is described for us by the apostle Paul. " In him (Jesus Christ, God's beloved Son) we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace" (Ephesians 1:7). "in whom (Jesus Christ, God's beloved Son) we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins" (Colossians 1:14). The forgiveness of sins - The sin is ours. The forgiveness comes from God. When we consider this great blessing, the forgiveness of sins, there are two things that become very clear to us:      (i) God is so generous towards us.    (ii) We are so undeserving ...