Obey the speed limit. Come to a complete stop. Don’t drive on the wrong side of the road. These are all rules of the road. As a former law enforcement officer, I (Dan) know that ignorance is not an excuse for breaking the rules (and I’ve heard ‘em all). If you do not obey the rules of the road you may find yourself having an uncomfortable chat along side the road with a blue-suited stranger. Even worse, you may be involved in a crash.
The rules of the road in the Christian life are even more important. We cannot save ourselves, no matter how much good we try to do. We are only saved by God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ. No getting around it…that’s how it is. God’s rule is this…You must believe in Jesus Christ and receive the gift of God’s grace in order to arrive safely in heaven. Avoid a crash, understand and obey the rules of the road. This week, we’ll hear stories about how the rules of forgiveness, obedience and grace apply in God’s Salvation.
—Pastor Dan
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