 | ||
April 18, 2025 | ||
Dear Church Family, There are usually multiple solutions to the various problems we face in life. Whether it is solving a problem in math or finding the best route on a map, we’re used to having several options to choose from. When it comes to us being restored into a right relationship with God, though, there was only one solution. On Good Friday we remember Christ’s sacrifice for our sins on the cross. We’re reminded from Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane that there was no other way for us to be forgiven.
We see the anguish Jesus faces as He nears the time appointed for Him to bear the sins of the world. In this moment, He asks the Father if there is any other way. Even so, He submits to the Father’s will. We know the answer that the Father gives. Isaiah 53:10 explains, “Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him; he has put him to grief; when his soul makes an offering for guilt, he shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days; the will of the Lord shall prosper in his hand.” There was no other way. It was God’s will and His plan, even from eternity past (Eph. 3:11), to have His Son become the Savior of the World through His death on the cross. 1 Peter 3:18 tells us, “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit.” Maybe more amazing than the fact that there was only one way is the truth that there was a way at all. It is only because of God’s incredible love for us that He would make a way. There is nothing we have done that deserves anything other than punishment. He could have left us in our sins and remained completely holy and righteous. Yet He chose to send His Son. Jesus could have refused the cross, yet He obediently accepted not just death, but death on a cross, one of the horrific ways to die. Today, thank God for His love for you. Thank Jesus for going to the cross for you. How deep the Father’s love for us!
What’s Happening at Gospel Life:Hands of Hope Ministry: We are starting a new ministry to help those in need in our church family. If you would like to help in this ministry or receive help, please sign up at the Welcome Table on Sunday. Upcoming Dates: Graduate Sunday & Special Dinner (May 18th) Life Groups: If you’re interested in joining a life group, we have several to choose from. You can check them out here: Request Prayer: It’s important for us to be praying for each other as a church! If you ever need prayer, we would love to come alongside you. You can always turn in a prayer request on Sundays using the Connection Card, but you can also submit a prayer request online at any time: Previous Worship Services: | ||
There was No Other Way
