in Christ

Last night teaching a review of Romans 5-8, I was struck by the contrast of who we were before Christ lifted us out of the slave market of sin.  Obeying only the lusts of sin -- we were mastered by that which leads only to death -- and yet we felt so free and self-reliant.  What an awful lie!!  We couldn't see the dark condition of our souls --- but thanks be to God!  He looked at that which makes Him sick and has mercy on us -- how can that be?  Incredibly our Savior was willing to search us out, grab us up by the heart and carry us to freedom because of His great love!  May we completely surrender to such kindness and love ; )