May the mumbling commence!
Do you remember those math tests where it needed to be decided between two amounts which was greater than (>) and which was less than (<) and which were equal (=). Well, Paul gives us an equation in Romans chapter five that asks that kind of question. But the answer goes far beyond numerical values. Read from Romans chapter five (NJB):
When law came on the scene, it was to multiply the offences. But however much sin increased, grace was always greater; so that as sin's reign brought death, so grace was to rule through saving justice that leads to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. (Verses 20-21)
The Law makes us aware of our sinful natures. It shines a light that can sometimes be quite uncomfortable. It may seem to multiply the offenses. Judgment should be king, then, right?
Not so fast! Though sins are great in number, grace is greater than all the sin in the world.
What a freeing thought! Grace is greater than all my sin. I am free – not to sin more but to make attempts at righteousness without fear of failing.
Go free to serve the Lord. Go without fear of failure and judgment. God’s grace is greater than all of our sin.
Enough mumbling for now…
Peace Out
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