Scripture Reading
“For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive in the Spirit.” 1 Peter 3:18 NIV
Thought For the Day
This powerful verse encapsulates the essence of Christian faith — Jesus’s sacrificial love. It is a profound reminder of the redemptive work accomplished on the cross. Jesus, the righteous, willingly bore the weight of our sins, bridging the gap between our fallen humanity and the holiness of God.
The depth of Jesus’s suffering amplifies the magnitude of God’s love for us. His sacrifice was not only a physical death but a spiritual triumph, conquering sin and death. Jesus demonstrates the promise of eternal life and a restored relationship with God through His resurrection.
Meditation for the Day
God has a specific purpose and ministry for every Christ-follower. Our spiritual gifts help us to fulfill His plan. We learn which one(s) we are blessed with by getting involved in the life of the church. Another way to look at this is that Christ-followers will know their God-given abilities and gifts when they begin to exercise them. Have I identified my spiritual gifts? If so, am exercising them? If not, why?
Prayer for the day
Today I will meditate on 1 Peter 3:18, allowing its truth to penetrate my heart and shape my daily walk with Jesus. In the shadow of the cross, I will find hope, forgiveness, and the assurance of eternal communion with our Heavenly Father.
