Inspired by Dr. Tim Keller — a voice whose ministry has consistently pointed people to this truth. The reflection below is written by Priesthood; the sermons of Keller remain the property of their author and ministry.
Religion says do; the gospel says done. Take the pressure off this week — Jesus already carried what you were trying to earn.
The gospel is not the ABC of the Christian life; it is the A through Z. You never grow past your need to be reminded of what Jesus did.
You are more sinful than you dared to believe, and more loved than you dared to hope. Both, at the same time. That is grace.
Scriptures that anchor this word
"Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us…"
— Titus 3:5 (KJV)
"…for ye are not under the law, but under grace."
— Romans 6:14 (KJV)
"…My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness…"
— 2 Corinthians 12:9 (KJV)
Practice this week
Preach the gospel to yourself in the mirror every morning.
A prayer for this week
Father, thank You for the voices You raise up in every generation. Let the truth of Ephesians 2:8 take root in me this week. Shape me by Your Word, not just inform me. In Jesus' name, amen.
A new Word of the Week publishes every Monday, drawn from a rotating roster of Kingdom voices around the world.