Christ Jesus Came Into The World

To Save Sinners

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service. Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life. Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

1 Timothy 1:12-17

As a young man, the apostle Paul opposed Jesus and His followers with a vengeful spirit. He created problems in the church, he entered every house, and he dragged off men and women, and he even committed them to prison. But one day he encountered the risen Christ, and his life became a different story.

Christ was born into our world and gave His life so that we can be forgiven and transformed through faith in Him. This is the heart of Christmas!

A change in behavior begins with Jesus changing our heart.

Our Daily Bread – December 19, 2014