John 3:16 (KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
(Proverbs 3 also read)
It never hurts to go back to some of the basic foundational truths of scripture. Is there one verse that could do it all for you if you were on the short track? If you were due to be executed next week or in five minutes, is there one verse that could tell you everything you really need to know to get right with God?
You just read it.
Everything you need to know to get over the hump, through the gate, past the judgment is found in this verse. Think of it as that extra gallon of gas you had in your trunk when your car stopped just a few miles short of the station. Think of it is that MRE in your backpack that you had when you were one day away from the trail head. Think about it any way you want, but do think about it.
You can think about it with rejoicing. That’s what I do. I rejoice that it is that simple to start the journey with Jesus. You can think about it with rejection. That’s your choice and God will honor it. You can think about it with acceptance. Welcome to the family.
So? If you make it over the hump the through the door, that doesn’t mean this verse has everything for the rest of your life. It’s the starter package. After this, you plunge into the depths of the wisdom and truth of God, and learn to walk and righteousness. But it’s a good place to start.
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