Just thinking today on Jesus’ words to the criminal:
Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise. (Luke 23:43)
In short, Jesus was telling him, “No condemnation.”
“Yes, you’re on a cross and you will soon die. But know that when you stand before the Father’s judgment seat: no condemnation.”
Despite his pain, how much joy washed over that criminal in that moment? How much peace?
Like the criminal, you may still be suffering some of the consequences of your sin, even after you’ve repented. And you may be wondering if perhaps God is still punishing your for your sin.
If that’s you, remember the criminal and Jesus’ words to you: “Yes, you may facing pain because of your sin right now. But be at peace. In the Father’s eyes, there is now no condemnation for you.”
How joyful is the one
whose transgression is forgiven,
whose sin is covered!How joyful is a person whom
the Lord does not charge with iniquity… (Psalm 32:1-2)
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