For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but it is God’s power to us who are being saved. – (1 Corinthians 1:18, HCSB)
The teaching about the cross seems foolish to those who are lost. But to us who are being saved it is the power of God. – (1 Corinthians 1:18, ERV)
For people who are stumbling toward ruin, the message of the cross is nothing but a tall tale for fools by a fool. But for those of us who are already experiencing the reality of being rescued and made right, it is nothing short of God’s power. – (1 Corinthians 1:18, VOICE)
To someone who has not experienced the overwhelming goodness and love of God, I imagine that the notion of the cross seems like a tall tale. However, for me, there is no possible way to deny His goodness and grace, as He has shown me again and again how good and loving He is. His power is at work in and around me, and I am acutely aware of how He loves so well. Each new day is a gift and His power grants us a fresh start every morning as we wake. Yesterday provides an opportunity to look back and recognize His goodness and power that brought us through, and today is a fresh start to live and love well. May we embrace the Lord and all that He has done, and go forth in love so that others too, may experience His goodness and grace.
The goodness of God,
beyond what we see;
His love knows no bounds,
lasts eternally.
Jesus came and died,
so we might choose live;
in mercy and grace,
that He freely gives.
It’s foolish to some,
but to us who know;
love everlasting,
and His grace to grow.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that You gave all so that we would know Your goodness, power, grace and love, and that every day is new in You. Forgive us for the times that we forget how good You are, even when our circumstances are not. Teach us to love so well that others too, might come to understand who You are and how You love. May many come into a lasting relationship with You. Be glorified O God, as we praise You for all that You are and all that You do, and seek You to lead us in Your love each day. Amen.
© Shannon Elizabeth Grabrick and Revelations in Writing, May 2011 – present
We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure… – Hebrews 6:19