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Therefore let us approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us at the proper time.
Hebrews 4:16, HCSB
We worship Christ for saving us, and now, because of His sacrifice and resurrection, may we tell others this truth and draw near to God’s throne together.
When Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished! ” Then bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.
John 19:30, HCSB
We worship Christ, because He paid our debt we could never pay and restored the relationship we could never restore. May we love others sacrificially and share the good news that “It is finished,” that we can be with God!
“The Son of Man will go just as it is written about Him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born.”
Matthew 26:24, HCSB
We worship Christ because He redeemed us from sin and separation. Many reject Him or make Him into their own image, so may we defend who He is through His Word that reveals the gospel.
Therefore I tell you, all the things you pray and ask for — believe that you have received them, and you will have them.
Mark 11:24, HCSB
We join the Church in worshipping Christ, so we must believe that He has saved us and given us every good thing. This brings joy and hope, and many in the world will want to join in worshipping, too.
they took palm branches and went out to meet Him. They kept shouting: “Hosanna! He who comes in the name of the Lord is the blessed One — the King of Israel!”
John 12:13, HCSB
May we join with the saints of all time in declaring the salvation found in Christ alone to the whole world until His return.
”For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place and you and your father’s house will perish. And who knows whether you have not attained royalty for such a time as this?”
Esther 4:14, NASB1995
Just like the rocks could have cried out at Jesus’ triumphal entry, God will get His Word to people to save them, but He wants us to be His feet, His hands, and His voice to the world.
So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.
Romans 10:17, NASB1995
Christ came to be our example, yet He came preaching an all-encompassing, life-changing message to follow Him. We are now tasked with joining Him in sharing this message with the world.
but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence
1 Peter 3:15, NASB1995
Christ came to be our example, and He also sent His Spirit to indwell us and help us answer those who question the faith. May we seek Him to know Him and make Him known.
For the Mighty One has done great things for me; And holy is His name.
Luke 1:49, NASB1995
Christ came to be our example, and, more than that, He came to redeem us and make us holy. Give Him praise as we live out His sacrificial love.
O Lord, You are my God; I will exalt You, I will give thanks to Your name; For You have worked wonders, Plans formed long ago, with perfect faithfulness.
Isaiah 25:1, NASB1995
Christ came to be our example and Savior, and it was no accident. It was planned in eternity, prophesied for centuries, and fulfilled on the cross. Believe in Jesus and seek to emulate Him.
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