romans 5 intro

Romans 5

1 Therefore, since we have been made right in God's sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. 2 Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of highest privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God's glory.

 3 We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they are good for us -- they help us learn to endure. 4 And endurance develops strength of character in us, and character strengthens our confident expectation of salvation. 5And this expectation will not disappoint us. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love.

 6 When we were utterly helpless, Christ came at just the right time and died for us sinners.

Knowing that we were already made right JUST because we believe that Jesus has DONE it for us---changes everything.  

No need for competition.  

Jesus won.

---be blessed---c