“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.” (John 3:17, NIV)
It is worth remembering that Jesus’ primary purpose in coming into the world was to reconcile the world to God. As such, this is also our primary purpose as disciples of Jesus.
Amid all of the dysfunction and evil we see in the world, we are tempted first to pronounce judgment and then await divine retribution. However, this is not God’s way. He sent His only begotten Son into the world “to save the world through Him.”
Paul describes us this way: “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” (2 Corinthians 5:20, NIV)
In all that we do, seek the reconciliation of others, both to oneself and to God, because that is our purpose. – Luther
REMINDER: Daily Encouragement will be off tomorrow. Have a great day in worship. Lord willing, see you again on Monday!
