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What new insights did you learn from a careful review of the Scripture readings cited in this lesson?
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Reading these scriptures again has allowed me to see them in a different view. They have become more personal. They have become more important and has giving me a motivation to talk to unbelievers even though that is the most difficult thing for me to do.
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In looking at the biblical requirements for restored fellowship with God, the first point is to “admit that we are sinners and cannot save ourselves.” The second point is a sober reminder of “the seriousness of our sin.” I must accept that I am part of the “all” who “have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3.23 NKJV). Looking around to justify my sin by citing what others do or don’t do is futile. Circling myself to do or undo my failures is a waste of time, energy and anything else God has so graciously given (for His glory). All of our attempts or offerings for “righteousnesses are like filthy rags” (Isaiah 64.6 NKJV). That’s adding insult to injury.
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I have learned that When you are saved you are fullied with an unearthly amount of joy and I remember this feeling from when I was first saved and it beings great joy to my heart
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God’s redemptive grace and process in Christ Jesus.
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I was reminded that it is about what God has done on the cross for me and not my own works. Also, love the call in 2 Peter 3:18 to continue to grow our relationship with Christ through the before mentioned Bible study, prayer, fellowship with other believers. It is a good reminder of how to grow closer to Christ in all areas.