May 24, 2015: SOAP #1998:

Scripture: Romans (KJV) 5:2 By whom [Jesus Christ] also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

Observation: It is by our faith placed in Jesus Christ that we enjoy the riches of God’s plan for our lives. We are not working or struggling to enter this place of blessing. This is not a progressive attainment. We are not in the process of climbing the mountain to gain God’s favor. We are presently standing on the mountain top. The action is complete. The struggle is over! The action was completed on the cross and it was over when Jesus cried, "It is finished!"
We stand on a firm foundation. We are not trying to maintain this position; we are standing in this position. This position has been won for us. We are standing secure in His work.
Rejoicing will always be present in our lives as we understand that our position has been settled once and for all time at the cross. We have entered into the place of God’s favor through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
In this position given to us by the work of Jesus on the cross we find a promise of a bright future. We rejoice in the hope of God’s glory.

Application: I have a past; I stand secure in what Jesus has accomplished on my behalf. I have a present; I rejoice in what lies ahead. I have a future; there is the hope of experiencing God’s glory! What a life!!!

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for your favor. You have blest me beyond my understanding! I am amazed! Amen