THE WORD 4 ev 1

Today’s reading is Luke 23 (click here for link)

As Jesus' life slipped from him on the cross, a criminal asked him, "Remember me." It was a request that darkness would not overcome him. Obviously, the criminal believed that Jesus could answer the prayer. And because he believed, Jesus promised him "paradise". The promise wasn't a “maybe” in the future, but an immediate place in the resurrection - hid in Christ now and alive with him in eternity.

Far too often, the gospel is presented in complex terms when it is actually a very simple message. God offers us eternity in his presence through Jesus.

Perhaps we should reverse these words more often in our own lives. Yes “Lord, remember me…” but also, “Lord, I remember you.” Don’t let the gracious gift of Jesus’ love for you slip from your thoughts today. Remember that he remembers you.
“Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” The answer is, “Today…” Today, and forever you are hid with Christ in the resurrection. Hallelujah!