Romans 6:23
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
“Free will, though it makes evil possible, is also the only thing that makes possible any love or goodness or joy worth having,” (C.S. Lewes, “Mere Christianity”, 1952).
Your life is full of choices, every single second of it. Even in today’s verses, you can see two very distinct items to choose from wages or a gift. Wages are something you earn. Something you have to work for and is given to you according to your ability to perform. A gift is given to you just because. No ties, no reasons it is yours because someone wants to show you kindness. Looking from this point of view, most people would gladly choose a gift instead of having to work for something. So, why do we find it so hard to accept God’s free gift to us?
Sin takes a lot of work. It creates a cycle of hurt and pain. Yes, sin often feels good in the middle of it, but it quickly loses its luster. Often it even requires even more to get that same feeling again. With each added sin, added pain follows. Your wages start adding up and you have nothing but pain to show for them.
On the other hand, God sits and waits to hand you love, hope, faith, strength, and peace. He waits to hand you salvation. It is like winning the lottery! Actually, it is even better because the more you use His gifts the more He gives.
The choice is yours, but I think this one is a no brainer. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Lord, I choose You because You chose me first! ~amen
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