REFORMATION

Reformation Day

JEREMIAH 2:29 (NLT)
Why do you accuse me of doing wrong?
You are the ones who have rebelled,”

says the LORD.

ROMANS 3:22-24 (CEB)
God’s righteousness comes through the faithfulness of Jesus Christ for all who have faith in him. There’s no distinction. All have sinned and fall short of God’s glory, but all are treated as righteous freely by his grace because of a ransom that was paid by Christ Jesus.

THE ESSENCE
We are given the status of "righteous" by God. This gift is made possible through the generous redefining sacrifice of Christ Jesus. 

DAILY FODDER
If God gives his righteousness as a gift, what do we need to do to deserve or access it? 

PRAYER
Faithful Father, on Reformation Day I remember that my salvation is a gift from you. You know I am a slave to blame. I blame myself and even you for all the shortcomings around me. Forgive me, Lord. Pronounce again your verdict that I am justified by grace through faith so that I may overflow with your love. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)

THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
     we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
     so that everything that happens here will align
     with what is happening in heaven.

Give us enough food for today.

Forgive us our wrongdoing,
     and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.