As a volunteer in a global evangelism ministry, I’m always looking for different wording to discuss Christianity with seekers. Language barriers can make communication difficult at times and I try to share with simple phrases and illustrations. While researching today, I ran across a devotional by Pastor Colin Smith on confessing Christ as Lord and Savior and behold, an Edison moment! Actually, a Holy Spirit moment as He illuminated a one syllable word.
The Jesus statement in John 14:6 was the heart of his message: Jesus said to him, “I am the way and the truth and the life.” Many of us have memorized it, but how many of us have personalized this verse? Jesus is my way and my truth and my life. A small two letter word changes everything. Yes, it’s profoundly important to agree with and respect the integrity of what Jesus says about his own identity. The descriptive the is definitive; Jesus clearly states He is the only means to eternal and abundant life. But to respond with personal confession…well, it’s eternal and life-changing!
I confess both: Jesus is my only Way, my only Truth and my only Life. All in, not just considering His claims…my only Lord and Savior!
And yours?
*I’m currently writing a collection of letters to my grandchildren. I want to leave with them the important things of life and my confession of Jesus is my most important gift to them.
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