“Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory.” Romans 5:2 (NLT)
Jumbo shrimp cocktail. Broiled sea scallops. Lobster … not just a tail, but the entire baked Maine lobster, dipped in melted butter.I have only dined at Morton’s once in my life, but I think I can still taste the delectable dishes.
Living in South Florida at the time, friends of the family invited my husband and me to dinner at Morton’s. To say we were excited is a vast understatement. Ushered into a private room, we felt like royalty. We stuffed ourselves with delicious food while attempting to make conversation with our hosts. Though I was enjoying every moment of the evening, I couldn’t help thinking, “Why in the world would someone invite us to such a nice dinner? Who are we to deserve this?”
We weren’t anybody to deserve such an extravagant blessing. It was all about the family we had the privilege of calling our own. Members of our family had developed a friendship with the couple who was blessing us. The evening of fine dining came as an extension of the hours spent developing a friendship between our families. We were just grateful to be a part of it.
Our faith in Christ produces a right standing with God, an undeserved privilege. Who are we that God should sacrifice His Son for us? Who are we that Christ should lay down His life on the cross so that we could be made right in God’s sight? Because of His sacrifice, we are invited to the extravagant life (John 10:10). We stand with humble gratitude in a new position of righteousness. We now have the privilege of sharing and reflecting God’s glory.
We may step into moments of blessing that we don’t feel we deserve, but when we place our faith in God through Christ, we step into an eternity of undeserved privilege.
Will we share the hope that can only be found in Christ with others?
“Thank You, Lord, for the undeserved privilege of our new position of righteousness because of the sacrifice of Jesus. May our rejoicing draw others to You.”
For His Glory
Tammy Randlett (http://staletoast.com)
TRBC Women’s Life
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