Previously, I wrote about the work of Jesus bringing or transforming us from "the bad" to "the good." The work of Jesus is transforming the universe. In the end, I believe that Jesus is the answer to every problem we face, whether we know it or not.
- Are you lonely? Jesus (and the loving community he creates) is the answer.
- Are you scared? Jesus (and his loving power) is the answer.
- Are you worried or stressed? Jesus (and the loving peace that surpasses all understanding) is the answer.
- Are you an outcast? Jesus (the loving friend of the outcast) is the answer.
- Are you frustrated with the Christian church (or just some Christians)? Jesus (the real one) is the answer, and he can be frustrated with the church as well! (Don't believe me, check out Revelation 3:1-6, 14-22).
- Are you feeling guilty? Jesus (and the loving forgiveness he offers) is the answer.
No matter what problem you are facing, the Almighty God of the universe, who became flesh as Jesus the Messiah, is the answer. Now, the real Jesus is not the same judgmental, exclusive "us vs. them" savior that many Christians say he is. The real Jesus preferred the company of outcasts and criminals (prostitutes and tax collectors) to the self-righteous religious establishment. The real Jesus suffered and died to show his love.
Also, here's an excellent blog article: Atonement, Theoretically Read it!!!
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