Romans 6:23
Nobody can live a neutral life spiritually. You may think you can make yourself acceptable to God by living a life of high moral standards. But that isn't neutral. Every person has a master--either God or sin (not recognizing God's authority). You are free to choose between these two masters, but each one comes with a consequence, or "wage." Each of the two masters pays in its own currency. The currency of sin is death--the end of your natural life followed by eternal separation from God. That's all you can hope for in life without God. The currency of Jesus Christ, on the other hand, is eternal life with God. This is a joyful new life that begins the moment you accept Christ and continues forever. Which would you rather have? Eternal life is a free gift offered by God because He loves you. All you have to do is gratefully accept it, just as you would accept any gift from a loved one. Our salvation is not the result of any righteousness on our part. Instead, it is given because of God's great mercy. Are you ready to receive God's gift of eternal life? |