Hebrews 12:1-11
“Let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.” Sin is easy to do. Its goal is to draw us away from God and get us hooked so yes, it’s easy. However, to run the race God has given us we have to remain free from sin. It’s like a runner running with ankle-cuffs. He can try as much as he wants but he will never win because the chains hold him back. In this case, the runner would have been much better served not putting on the chain in the first place. We hear a lot about renewing our minds in God’s Word daily, but why? In God Word we have admonitions like, “My son, do not despise the chastening of the Lord, nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by Him; for whom the LORD loves He chastens, and scourges every son whom He receives.” So when we do fall into sin we can submit ourselves to God and let Him chasten us. When we face the consequences of our sins, we can resist it easier the next time.
Welcome To Life Guide Devotional
Hey, Welcome to the devotional section of our website. God called everyone to have a personal relationship with Him and that involves reading the bible everyday, figuring God’s plan for your lives. But many times, we don’t know what to read. The bible is so big, it’s hard to find something to read and meditate on. That’s where I come in. My goal is to help other teenagers find scriptures they can read and messages they can meditate on. Life Guide Devotional breaks down the message of the bible and relates it to regular circumstances. So please, study the Word of God with me as we grow together.
Access to God
Ephesians 2:11-22
Ever felt alone? We all have. There are times in life, sometimes even in the midst of a crowd, when we feel lonely. There are days when nobody is around to hear our needs. Sometimes we accomplish something and nobody is there to celebrate with us. Nobody except Jesus. When He came and lived on earth and died for our sins, He not only gave us salvation, He broke down the walls of separation between man and God. And now He is there whenever we need Him. “For through Him we both have access by one Spirit to the Father.” Do we have a need or a testimony? God is listening. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t prayed in a while, when you call to Him He will listen. John 1:12 tells us that we are sons of God through Jesus Christ and as our Heavenly Father, God is waiting to hear us when we talk to Him.
Ever felt alone? We all have. There are times in life, sometimes even in the midst of a crowd, when we feel lonely. There are days when nobody is around to hear our needs. Sometimes we accomplish something and nobody is there to celebrate with us. Nobody except Jesus. When He came and lived on earth and died for our sins, He not only gave us salvation, He broke down the walls of separation between man and God. And now He is there whenever we need Him. “For through Him we both have access by one Spirit to the Father.” Do we have a need or a testimony? God is listening. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t prayed in a while, when you call to Him He will listen. John 1:12 tells us that we are sons of God through Jesus Christ and as our Heavenly Father, God is waiting to hear us when we talk to Him.
Readiness
Matthew 24:36-44
We are soldiers in God’s army. God’s army is similar to other armies in that we are called to do battle and we will not always have advance warning. That’s why Jesus warns us to be ready. What will differentiate between those who go and those who stay at the rapture? It will be the state of their heart’s readiness. Have they kept themselves pure? Have they remained armed in the armour of God? When we do battle in the Spirit, what will determine those who overcome and those who fall? The same power works in us all but those who have learned to tap into that power will be able to withstand the wile of the devil. When it comes to spiritual warfare and the rapture, readiness is the key word. Are we ready? Are our minds renewed daily through God’s Word? Do we strengthen ourselves daily in the presence of our king? If we are not always ready, how can we be good soldiers for God?
We are soldiers in God’s army. God’s army is similar to other armies in that we are called to do battle and we will not always have advance warning. That’s why Jesus warns us to be ready. What will differentiate between those who go and those who stay at the rapture? It will be the state of their heart’s readiness. Have they kept themselves pure? Have they remained armed in the armour of God? When we do battle in the Spirit, what will determine those who overcome and those who fall? The same power works in us all but those who have learned to tap into that power will be able to withstand the wile of the devil. When it comes to spiritual warfare and the rapture, readiness is the key word. Are we ready? Are our minds renewed daily through God’s Word? Do we strengthen ourselves daily in the presence of our king? If we are not always ready, how can we be good soldiers for God?
Bound to God
Romans 6:15-23
What are the wages of sin? What are the rewards are get after living a long self-gratifying life of sin? “For when you were slaves of sin… what fruit did you have then in the things of which you are now ashamed?” In sin, there were consequences to everything. Though we may have gotten away with some things, our conscience always let us know there was an inevitable day of reckoning. Jesus freed us from sin and the guilt that comes with it, why would we want to go back? There are two sides in the spiritual world: God and sin. When the bible says Jesus freed us from sin, it means now we serve Him. Serving God is a sacrifice. It doesn’t always feel good the way sin does. But the fact of the matter is, “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
What are the wages of sin? What are the rewards are get after living a long self-gratifying life of sin? “For when you were slaves of sin… what fruit did you have then in the things of which you are now ashamed?” In sin, there were consequences to everything. Though we may have gotten away with some things, our conscience always let us know there was an inevitable day of reckoning. Jesus freed us from sin and the guilt that comes with it, why would we want to go back? There are two sides in the spiritual world: God and sin. When the bible says Jesus freed us from sin, it means now we serve Him. Serving God is a sacrifice. It doesn’t always feel good the way sin does. But the fact of the matter is, “The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Common Cents
Mark 12:41-44
[Jesus said,] “This poor widow has put in more than all those who have given to the treasury.” —Mark 12:43
In 1987, Mike Hayes, a freshman at the University of Illinois, found a unique way to finance his education. He convinced a popular columnist at the Chicago Tribune to ask his readers to “send in a penny for Mike.”
“Just one penny,” Hayes said. “A penny doesn’t mean anything to anyone. If everyone . . . looks around the room right now, there will be a penny under the couch cushion . . . or on the floor. That’s all I’m asking. A penny from each of your readers.”
In less than a month the fund was up to 2.3 million cents. Donations came in from all over the US, as well as Mexico, Canada, and the Bahamas. Mike eventually ended up with $28,000!
The common cent just isn’t worth much—unless it’s added to a whole bunch of other pennies. The woman we read about in Mark 12 gave the equivalent of a fraction of a penny, which was “all that she had” (v.44). But Jesus honored that little bit.
The widow’s sacrifice was an example and an encouragement to the disciples—and to us. She gave all she had. Have we ever been so generous? Jesus used an unnamed widow to teach us what giving is all about.
It was less than a cent, yet it was a priceless gift of love to God. — Cindy Hess Kasper
One grace each child of God can show
Is giving from a willing heart;
Yet, if we wait till riches grow,
It well may be we’ll never start. —D. De Haan
God looks at the heart, not the hand; the giver, not the gift.
[Jesus said,] “This poor widow has put in more than all those who have given to the treasury.” —Mark 12:43
In 1987, Mike Hayes, a freshman at the University of Illinois, found a unique way to finance his education. He convinced a popular columnist at the Chicago Tribune to ask his readers to “send in a penny for Mike.”
“Just one penny,” Hayes said. “A penny doesn’t mean anything to anyone. If everyone . . . looks around the room right now, there will be a penny under the couch cushion . . . or on the floor. That’s all I’m asking. A penny from each of your readers.”
In less than a month the fund was up to 2.3 million cents. Donations came in from all over the US, as well as Mexico, Canada, and the Bahamas. Mike eventually ended up with $28,000!
The common cent just isn’t worth much—unless it’s added to a whole bunch of other pennies. The woman we read about in Mark 12 gave the equivalent of a fraction of a penny, which was “all that she had” (v.44). But Jesus honored that little bit.
The widow’s sacrifice was an example and an encouragement to the disciples—and to us. She gave all she had. Have we ever been so generous? Jesus used an unnamed widow to teach us what giving is all about.
It was less than a cent, yet it was a priceless gift of love to God. — Cindy Hess Kasper
One grace each child of God can show
Is giving from a willing heart;
Yet, if we wait till riches grow,
It well may be we’ll never start. —D. De Haan
God looks at the heart, not the hand; the giver, not the gift.
Ending With Praise
Psalm 149:1-150:6
I like to look at the psalms as a progression through prayer. First we have the first few psalms extolling God’s greatness and might. We have lots of supplications and prayers. The psalmists pray about all types of things, from enemies seeking to overwhelm them to their relationship with God. We have psalm 119 that deals with the value of God’s Word. You can find pretty much any prayer for any point in your life in the psalms. Then we get to the end and it’s all about praise. Because when it’s all said and done, we have reasons to praise God. He made us, He cares for us, He saved us and gives us a destiny. Both psalms 149 and 150 start the same way, “Praise the Lord!” I love the exclamation mark because it sets the tone for our praising. God inhabits the praise of His people and in our praise, we should desire to build the biggest, shiniest palace for our God. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord
I like to look at the psalms as a progression through prayer. First we have the first few psalms extolling God’s greatness and might. We have lots of supplications and prayers. The psalmists pray about all types of things, from enemies seeking to overwhelm them to their relationship with God. We have psalm 119 that deals with the value of God’s Word. You can find pretty much any prayer for any point in your life in the psalms. Then we get to the end and it’s all about praise. Because when it’s all said and done, we have reasons to praise God. He made us, He cares for us, He saved us and gives us a destiny. Both psalms 149 and 150 start the same way, “Praise the Lord!” I love the exclamation mark because it sets the tone for our praising. God inhabits the praise of His people and in our praise, we should desire to build the biggest, shiniest palace for our God. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord
idle hands
Romans 13:8-14
The devil finds work for idle hands. This saying might very well have been derived from Romans 13:14, which says, “But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.” Verse 12 says, “Therefore let us cast off the works of the darkness and let us put on the armor of light.” We have work to do in God’s Kingdom. We are His ambassadors, His soldiers, His vessels. We pray so that He can move on this earth. We witness to unbelievers so the Holy Spirit can convict their hearts to righteousness. We walk according to His will so that others can be blessed through us. When we are not doing these things, we are making provision for the flesh to fulfil its lusts. So it’s important, “knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand.” The day means it’s time to get to work. God needs us.
The devil finds work for idle hands. This saying might very well have been derived from Romans 13:14, which says, “But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.” Verse 12 says, “Therefore let us cast off the works of the darkness and let us put on the armor of light.” We have work to do in God’s Kingdom. We are His ambassadors, His soldiers, His vessels. We pray so that He can move on this earth. We witness to unbelievers so the Holy Spirit can convict their hearts to righteousness. We walk according to His will so that others can be blessed through us. When we are not doing these things, we are making provision for the flesh to fulfil its lusts. So it’s important, “knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand.” The day means it’s time to get to work. God needs us.
Nowhere To Hide
Psalm 139:7-12
We know the story of Jonah. God called him to preach to a hostile audience in Nineveh and he got scared and he decided to run away from God. He found out the hard way just how hard that is. God knows everything. David acknowledges this in today’s scripture. He says, “Where can I go from your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?” This may seems scary but God’s omnipresence gives us two distinct benefits. First is accountability. Constantly battling the flesh is difficult even though we want to live righteously. Knowing that God is a witness to everything is a blessing because it makes us accountable in all our actions. I don’t want my mom to see me cheating a t school and I definitely don’t want God to see so I don’t do it. The second advantage is knowing that God is there when you call. 2 Chronicles 16:9 says, “For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.” God is there for you anywhere because He is everywhere.
We know the story of Jonah. God called him to preach to a hostile audience in Nineveh and he got scared and he decided to run away from God. He found out the hard way just how hard that is. God knows everything. David acknowledges this in today’s scripture. He says, “Where can I go from your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?” This may seems scary but God’s omnipresence gives us two distinct benefits. First is accountability. Constantly battling the flesh is difficult even though we want to live righteously. Knowing that God is a witness to everything is a blessing because it makes us accountable in all our actions. I don’t want my mom to see me cheating a t school and I definitely don’t want God to see so I don’t do it. The second advantage is knowing that God is there when you call. 2 Chronicles 16:9 says, “For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.” God is there for you anywhere because He is everywhere.
What We Do
Micah 6:6-8
How are we being Christians? Are we trying to do things to validate our faith? The people of Israel here were trying to prove their righteousness to God by offering to do actions. They wanted to sacrifice calves or dedicate their children or give money to please God. This is not a message saying not to give, but it’s not the most important thing. It’s all about your heart. “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” It’s not what you do that pleases God, it’s your heart. A person who loves God but can’t give a thousand dollar tithes will still receive favour. A youth who deals with other people fairly will be blessed even though he doesn’t fast every week. A girl who values her body is blessed even if she doesn’t wear the long skirt and flowery hat. Our faith is not about following a bunch of rules, but having a heart for God.
How are we being Christians? Are we trying to do things to validate our faith? The people of Israel here were trying to prove their righteousness to God by offering to do actions. They wanted to sacrifice calves or dedicate their children or give money to please God. This is not a message saying not to give, but it’s not the most important thing. It’s all about your heart. “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” It’s not what you do that pleases God, it’s your heart. A person who loves God but can’t give a thousand dollar tithes will still receive favour. A youth who deals with other people fairly will be blessed even though he doesn’t fast every week. A girl who values her body is blessed even if she doesn’t wear the long skirt and flowery hat. Our faith is not about following a bunch of rules, but having a heart for God.
Conform Vs. Transform
Romans 12:1-8
Conform: to act in accord with the prevailing standards, attitudes, practices, etc., of society or a group. The biblical use in today’s scripture can be alluded to wearing a mask. Some Christians say they can’t serve God because, “This whole Christian thing doesn’t suit me.” Well the bible says that in reality, not serving God is what doesn’t fit a believer. We are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds that we may prove what is that good and acceptable will of God. Transform: to change in condition, nature, or character; convert. We are to continually grow and be changed into the likeness of God. Unlike conforming, transforming is about your true nature. It’s not a mask, it’s who you are. To be transformed requires daily renewing of our mind. That helps us focus on God and desire to be true Christians: imitators of Christ
Conform: to act in accord with the prevailing standards, attitudes, practices, etc., of society or a group. The biblical use in today’s scripture can be alluded to wearing a mask. Some Christians say they can’t serve God because, “This whole Christian thing doesn’t suit me.” Well the bible says that in reality, not serving God is what doesn’t fit a believer. We are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds that we may prove what is that good and acceptable will of God. Transform: to change in condition, nature, or character; convert. We are to continually grow and be changed into the likeness of God. Unlike conforming, transforming is about your true nature. It’s not a mask, it’s who you are. To be transformed requires daily renewing of our mind. That helps us focus on God and desire to be true Christians: imitators of Christ
Quarrels
Proverbs17:14-19, 27-28
Quarrels. We have those all the time when we disagree with someone else. But at the end of an argument, someone ends up looking bad, sometimes both parties end up losing some dignity or respect. The easiest way to avoid this is simply not to argue. Proverbs 17:27 says, “He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.” When a fight starts, it’s hard to stop. It’s easier to not get into it. We don’t always have to be justified and sometimes, staying out of a fight earns more respect than winning it. We are Christians and are urged to live at peace with all men (Romans 12:19) and to avoid useless quarrels (Titus 3:9).
Quarrels. We have those all the time when we disagree with someone else. But at the end of an argument, someone ends up looking bad, sometimes both parties end up losing some dignity or respect. The easiest way to avoid this is simply not to argue. Proverbs 17:27 says, “He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.” When a fight starts, it’s hard to stop. It’s easier to not get into it. We don’t always have to be justified and sometimes, staying out of a fight earns more respect than winning it. We are Christians and are urged to live at peace with all men (Romans 12:19) and to avoid useless quarrels (Titus 3:9).
Longinf For God
Psalm 42
I have had hard times in my life. I have had hard times in different stages of my life. Before I was saved, I remember always trying harder to fix everything and many times ending up frustrated. And then I got saved and knew the wonderful love of God. When the first major issue came up in my life, I ran to God. I was so tired of trying and trying and I so desperately needed God and He delivered. So when I read this psalm and the psalmist says, “As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul for you, O God,” I can relate. When you are down, turn to God. “Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance and my God.” God is not a cosmic slave-driver expecting us to work for Him only. He is our Heavenly Father and He loves it when His children come to Him with their burdens with faith, knowing He has the power and desire to carry them.
I have had hard times in my life. I have had hard times in different stages of my life. Before I was saved, I remember always trying harder to fix everything and many times ending up frustrated. And then I got saved and knew the wonderful love of God. When the first major issue came up in my life, I ran to God. I was so tired of trying and trying and I so desperately needed God and He delivered. So when I read this psalm and the psalmist says, “As the deer pants for the water brooks, so my soul for you, O God,” I can relate. When you are down, turn to God. “Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance and my God.” God is not a cosmic slave-driver expecting us to work for Him only. He is our Heavenly Father and He loves it when His children come to Him with their burdens with faith, knowing He has the power and desire to carry them.
If You Love Him...
John 14:15-24
This is the simple distinction between believers and unbelievers. Jesus said it in the most basic way possible, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word…. He who does not love Me does not keep My words.” There are many people who claim to be believers but don’t do God’s Word. Jesus had a word for them: hypocrites- people who worship with their lips but their hearts are far from Him. The world likes to say, “Everyone has a vice.” We as Christians don’t subscribe to that. We don’t have a sin that we condone in our lives. David said, “Search my heart and know my thoughts. See if there is any iniquity in me.” We will make mistakes and miss the mark once in a while, but as Christians our lifestyle is based on the Word. The Word say don’t lie, steal, use foul language, cheat, get drunk, sleep around, etc. That means I don’t lie, steal, use foul language, cheat, get drunk, sleep around, etc. If we love Jesus, we keep His commandments.
This is the simple distinction between believers and unbelievers. Jesus said it in the most basic way possible, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word…. He who does not love Me does not keep My words.” There are many people who claim to be believers but don’t do God’s Word. Jesus had a word for them: hypocrites- people who worship with their lips but their hearts are far from Him. The world likes to say, “Everyone has a vice.” We as Christians don’t subscribe to that. We don’t have a sin that we condone in our lives. David said, “Search my heart and know my thoughts. See if there is any iniquity in me.” We will make mistakes and miss the mark once in a while, but as Christians our lifestyle is based on the Word. The Word say don’t lie, steal, use foul language, cheat, get drunk, sleep around, etc. That means I don’t lie, steal, use foul language, cheat, get drunk, sleep around, etc. If we love Jesus, we keep His commandments.
Treasures in Eternity
Ecclesiastes 3:14-22
“So I perceived that nothing is better than that a man rejoice in his own works, for that is his heritage. For who can bring him to see what will happen after him?” We have a limited time span on earth before we go on to be judged. We can spend our entire life on earth making money and making friends, but that doesn’t help us after death. Solomon here says that we should focus on doing good because it is in our works that we a judged. We are saved by grace, but we have to give an account to God for what we did with our salvation. Here on earth, we may be able to get away with living for ourselves because no man is God and so nobody can judge us. But God will judge the righteous and the wicked. Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there also your heart will be.” We can fix our heart on earth, or we can look beyond and work to store up treasures for ourselves in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. Everyone has treasures. Will yours help you after death?
“So I perceived that nothing is better than that a man rejoice in his own works, for that is his heritage. For who can bring him to see what will happen after him?” We have a limited time span on earth before we go on to be judged. We can spend our entire life on earth making money and making friends, but that doesn’t help us after death. Solomon here says that we should focus on doing good because it is in our works that we a judged. We are saved by grace, but we have to give an account to God for what we did with our salvation. Here on earth, we may be able to get away with living for ourselves because no man is God and so nobody can judge us. But God will judge the righteous and the wicked. Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there also your heart will be.” We can fix our heart on earth, or we can look beyond and work to store up treasures for ourselves in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. Everyone has treasures. Will yours help you after death?
Pay It Forward
READ: John 13:3-15
I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you. —John 13:15
Pay It Forward is a movie about a 12-year-old’s plan to make a difference in the world. Motivated by a teacher at his school, Trevor invites a homeless man to sleep in his garage. Unaware of this arrangement, his mother awakens one evening to find the man working on her truck. Holding him at gunpoint, she asks him to explain himself. He shows her that he has successfully repaired her truck and tells her about Trevor’s kindness. He says, “I’m just paying it forward.”
I think this is what Jesus had in mind in one of His last conversations with His disciples. He wanted to show them the full extent of His love. So before their last meal together, He took off His outer garment, wrapped a towel around His waist, and began to wash His disciples’ feet. This was shocking because only slaves washed feet. It was an act of servanthood and a symbol that pointed to Jesus’ sacrifice, passion, and humiliation on the cross. His request to His disciples was: “If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet” (John 13:14). They were to “pay it forward.”
Imagine how different our world would look if we gave the kind of love to others that God has given us through Jesus. — Marvin Williams
Christ’s example teaches us
That we should follow Him each day,
Meeting one another’s needs,
Though humble service be the way. —Hess
To know love, open your heart to Jesus. To show love, open your heart to others.
I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you. —John 13:15
Pay It Forward is a movie about a 12-year-old’s plan to make a difference in the world. Motivated by a teacher at his school, Trevor invites a homeless man to sleep in his garage. Unaware of this arrangement, his mother awakens one evening to find the man working on her truck. Holding him at gunpoint, she asks him to explain himself. He shows her that he has successfully repaired her truck and tells her about Trevor’s kindness. He says, “I’m just paying it forward.”
I think this is what Jesus had in mind in one of His last conversations with His disciples. He wanted to show them the full extent of His love. So before their last meal together, He took off His outer garment, wrapped a towel around His waist, and began to wash His disciples’ feet. This was shocking because only slaves washed feet. It was an act of servanthood and a symbol that pointed to Jesus’ sacrifice, passion, and humiliation on the cross. His request to His disciples was: “If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet” (John 13:14). They were to “pay it forward.”
Imagine how different our world would look if we gave the kind of love to others that God has given us through Jesus. — Marvin Williams
Christ’s example teaches us
That we should follow Him each day,
Meeting one another’s needs,
Though humble service be the way. —Hess
To know love, open your heart to Jesus. To show love, open your heart to others.
In Our Stength
Romans 3:9-20
Christians are not better people. Before we were saved, we looked exactly like the world. The only difference is now we have God on the inside of us working in us. In our own strength we cannot walk the faith walk. We cannot because our natural nature is to sin. Paul quotes, “There is none righteous, no, not one…There is none who does good, no, not one.” So in our own, we cannot live right. We are not better people. Here’s the good news: we don’t have to live righteously in our own strength. Paul said, “Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law that every mouth may become guilty before God.” We are not under the curse of the law, but under grace in Christ. We cannot live righteously on our own but with Christ, through the Holy Spirit we can be righteous. The law shows us where we are wrong but God’s grace guides us into right.
Christians are not better people. Before we were saved, we looked exactly like the world. The only difference is now we have God on the inside of us working in us. In our own strength we cannot walk the faith walk. We cannot because our natural nature is to sin. Paul quotes, “There is none righteous, no, not one…There is none who does good, no, not one.” So in our own, we cannot live right. We are not better people. Here’s the good news: we don’t have to live righteously in our own strength. Paul said, “Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law that every mouth may become guilty before God.” We are not under the curse of the law, but under grace in Christ. We cannot live righteously on our own but with Christ, through the Holy Spirit we can be righteous. The law shows us where we are wrong but God’s grace guides us into right.
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