The Price Paid for Redemption:

The price paid for our redemption was no ordinary ransom. It was not silver or gold but the precious blood of Christ, the Lamb without blemish or spot. Jesus was foreknown even before the foundation of the world, and His manifestation in the last times was for the sake of all believers. Through Him, we are ransomed from the futile ways inherited from our forefathers, liberated from the dominion of darkness, and transferred into the kingdom of God’s beloved Son. Our faith and hope now reside in God, who raised Jesus from the dead and gave Him glory.

1 Peter 1:18-21

The Ultimate Sacrifice:

To fully appreciate God’s ultimate plan, one must acknowledge the supreme sacrifice made

by Jesus. In recent history, we have witnessed remarkable transformations in the lives of individuals like Joseph, who went from being a slave to a prince, and Job, who went from being a millionaire to a billionaire.

However, Jesus’ transformation surpasses them all, as He transcended from being a man

to being God Himself. Through His sacrifice, we find forgiveness, redemption, and the promise of eternal life.

In times when our plans do not align with the unfolding of events, it is important to remember that God already has a perfect plan in place and has counted the cost and He paid it willingly.

It requires faith to trust in God, especially when we have no clear understanding of how things will work out. God often reveals the destination to us, but the journey is a discovery that allows us to develop a personal relationship with Him.

This journey necessitates unwavering faith, complete surrender, and a steadfast belief in God’s guidance, even when we do not know the way. As we remain focused on the destination and hold onto the promises found in His Word, we will be strengthened and encouraged to move forward without faltering.

Take inspiration from Abraham’s unwavering faith as described in Romans 4:20-21.

Despite facing impossibilities, he did not waiver in his belief but remained strong, giving glory to God. Let us follow Abraham’s example and continue to believe in God’s promises, never growing weary in our faith. "And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform."

So what is this Ultimate Setup that is called Jesus, it is to grant you access to know God and be acquainted with him on a very intimate and personal level through the journey we call life, it was impossible for man to know God, but Jesus became the door the living way for us to get to know God.

The Doorway to Immortality:

God’s plan for humanity, revealed through Jesus, unveils the pathway to immortality. It is

through Jesus, the living way, that we can attain godly nature and the gift of eternal life. The world’s natural traditions and religions fall short in leading us to this divine reality. Salvation is only made possible through the sacrifice of Jesus, as John 3:16 proclaims, for God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. The enemy seeks to hinder us from discovering this living way, but in Jesus, we find victory over death and the assurance of eternal life.

The Mind of Christ:

Through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, believers receive the ability to comprehend God’s

ways. The natural man, bound by human reasoning, cannot fully grasp the mind of the Lord.

God’s thoughts and plans transcend the limitations of our earthly understanding. Yet, as followers

of Christ, we possess the mind of Christ.

This is not merely a cerebral concept but a spiritual reality that influences our thoughts, emotions,

and actions. It is through the mind of Christ that we can align ourselves with God’s will and

Experience the fullness of His plan for our lives.

In 1 Corinthians 2:16, it is stated that we have the mind of Christ. It is important to note the

word “have” - just like you possess many things, it doesn’t guarantee that you will use them.

Consider toothpaste, for example. You may have it, but your teeth won’t be clean unless you pick

it up, open it, squeeze it onto your toothbrush, and go through the actions of brushing your teeth.

Similarly, having the mind of Christ means you need to open the Word, read it (John 1:1-14), and

find the thoughts of Christ by studying it. Apply His teachings, let them influence your words,

cleanse your thoughts and heart. Just as toothpaste cleanses your teeth, the application of the

Word (Christ) will produce the results that God’s plan intends.

Conclusion:

In the grand tapestry of God’s ultimate plan, Jesus stands as the centerpiece.

He willingly embraced the cross, enduring unimaginable suffering and humiliation to become the doorway to eternal life. Through His sacrifice, we are invited into the Kingdom of God, and when God looks at us, He sees His beloved children, intricately woven into His divine plan. As we live out this plan, we are

called to build, care for, and nurture God’s people, just as Jesus lovingly shepherds us.

Let us embrace the mind of Christ, trusting in His wisdom and surrendering to His guidance, for in Him,we find true life and everlasting hope.

1 Corinthians 2:8

None of the rulers of this age understood this, for if they had, they would not have

crucified the Lord of glory.

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Be Blessed