We like to set the bar for ourselves pretty low. Would you agree? As long as we try to be pretty good, as long as we’re usually kind, we give ourselves a pat on a back. We’re good, right? Do you know God’s expectations for you? They are way different than that. God says, “Be holy, because I am holy” (Leviticus 11:45). God sets the bar high! God wants us to be as holy as he is. How holy is God? Perfect. Absolutely perfect. Are you? Are you holy? Perfect? I’m not.
That’s why we need Jesus. We need a Savior. We need someone to be perfect for us. To keep every one of God’s commands for us. To take our sins away. We haven’t done what God asks us to do. But Jesus did. Jesus did for us. He was tempted like we are, but he never sinned. He did and said and thought what was good and right—every time! And then he shed his blood on the cross to wash away your sins and my sins. You’re forgiven! Here’s what makes you good: Jesus! Here’s what makes you special: Jesus! Instead of setting the bar low, take an honest look at yourself every day in the light of God’s Word. Then thank God for Jesus—our perfect Savior!
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