“When Jesus heard this, he told them, ‘Healthy people don’t need a doctor—sick people do. I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.’” v. 17 (NLT)
It’s easy to be judgmental of others! Sadly, many times Christ Followers are known for being judgmental instead of being known for their love. It’s also easy to try to look good on the outside, and avoid all the stuff going on on the inside. How does this change?
This changes when we realize we are no better than the person next to us. This changes when we take the hard look at ourselves and realize we aren’t perfect, no matter how hard we try to make it look like we are. The fact is we are all a like because we share one common problem, a sinful nature! In fact, the bible says, that we are all sinners who fall short of Gods standards. No matter how hard we try, we can never be good enough to meet Gods standard on our own. Once we realize this, we can understand our need for Jesus.
Today, will you admit that you are sinner, or will you try to be good enough on your own? Jesus has come to give you life, and to rescue you from the life you are living now! He truly is all you need!
Prayer: Father, may we realize that we are sinners in need of a Savior. None of us are good enough … no matter how hard we try. Help us to realize that you are all we need!
Dan Gould 