AssignmentsRead Romans 5:6-10. What strikes you about the timing of Christ's sacrifice? What does this say about God?
Read Ephesians 2:1-10. What motivated God to save us? (v. 4)
The word in v. 10 translated "workmanship," is the Greek "poiema," from which we derive the word "poem." You are God's work of art. Michelangelo's David is a world-renowned piece of sculpture, admired by so many for centuries. But you are being crafted by the Master Craftsman, and the Bible promises, "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." (Philippians 1:6) What are some of the beautiful changes God has crafted in your life?
Some of God's graces include salvation, spiritual gifts, health, family, finances and friends. We all take these for granted at times. Why not thank God for each grace.
Take some time today to reflect on the statement, "There but by the grace of God go I." Think through what your life would be like if God hadn't reached out to you and given you His free gift of grace. Thank Him for being willing to make the first move.
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