Scripture: 1 Timothy 1: 15
15 This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.
Scripture Commentary: We are all sinners.
Paul calls himself the chief of sinners because he knew we are all born sinners. Paul was originally known as Saul. He was a soldier for the high priest and his duty was to capture, imprison and even kill all the Christians he could find. Saul was a person on a mission and he was focused.
On his way to Damascus, Jesus stopped him and asked ‘why are you persecuting Me?’ Saul asked, “Who are You, Lord?” Jesus answered, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting.”
God forgives and forgets our sins when we turn to Him.
We all have been Saul, and because of God’s grace, we have become Paul. No matter what you’ve said, done or thought, God forgives and forgets. So don’t go through life thinking you are so bad that God will not forgive you. Don’t think you are worse or less; a sinner is a sinner.
God loves you.
The more you understand God’s grace, the more you know of His love. Humility and gratitude will become part of your lifestyle as you grow and become closer to God.
Are you on the road to Damascus or have you detoured to be on the road to Jesus Christ? We are all sinners saved by grace.
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