Thursday, November 3, 2011

No Limits

I want to fully understand how far Jesus went for me. I understand that He went to the cross for me but I often forget where He came from. There is a parable Jesus told that gives me a clue.

44 “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.
45 “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. 46 When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.

Yes, Jesus purchased everything for us on the cross but He also first left everything in heaven for us. Philippians 2 tells us that He had equal status with God but set it aside and became like a slave. He then died a selfless death. We know that while were still sinners, Christ died for us. Not only that but while we were still sinners, He set aside His glorious life to be made like us. I know what it's like to be human. I wouldn't trade being a God for it.


Since He left all of this behind, don't you think He would make sure that He purchased everything for us? Don't you think He would go all the way? (Complete forgiveness and healing)

The parable says that He found a treasure. But He didn't just buy the treasure, He bought the whole field! What does this mean? Jesus has gone above and beyond what anyone else would have done for you. He left it all for you. So don't think he wants anything but the best for you.

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