A Little Bit of Faith: He Paid It All on the Old Rugged Cross

One of the most important seasons of the Christian life is closely upon us, Easter.  As we prepare our hearts and minds for this coming Blessed season, we should remember all what our Lord and Savior has done for us. If it were not his ability and desire to give His life for us on the old rugged cross, then our faith would be worth nothing.

In the book of Isaiah, it reminds us that “…he was pierced for our transgression, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His wounds we are healed,” (Isaiah 53:6). Jesus gave His life for us and paid our debt on the cross and because He was wounded for us we can be healed through Him.

We can trust in our Lord and Savior because He paid it all on the Cross. How glorious it is for us to know this. We do not have to die in our own sins if we believe in Him. Everything was paid for us that day. Knowing what Jesus went through for us should help guide our hearts and minds as to how we should live.

However, in the book of Isaiah it goes on to say, “We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way…” (Isaiah 53:6). With that being said, Jesus knows us down to the core of our being and yet, He was still willing to give his life for our sins. The deep love Jesus has shown for all of us, none of us can every repay.  If you are a child of the Most High, you should try to live your life accordingly.

This is why Salvation is for all who are willing to accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Let this Easter point your hearts and minds back toward the old rugged cross and what Jesus was willing to do for mankind on that day He gave His life for us. With Easter quickly approaching, let us all take time out of our days to spend more time with Him by reading our Word and praying.  Amen? Amen.