Saved From Wrath

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Scripture: Romans 5:9-10 (NIV)

Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through him! For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life!

Devotion:

Romans 5:9-10 delivers a powerful message about the depth of God’s love and the surety of our salvation in Christ. Paul reminds us that we have been justified—declared righteous—by the blood of Jesus. This means that the penalty for our sins has been paid, and we stand before God, not condemned, but accepted and beloved. What a comforting truth: “Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through him!” The cross of Christ is not only the place of forgiveness, but also the place where the wrath of God against sin was satisfied once and for all.

Take a moment to consider the depth of this reconciliation. Paul says, “For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life!” Before Christ, we were alienated from God, living in opposition to His holiness, unable to bridge the chasm created by our rebellion. Yet, God did not wait for us to become worthy; instead, He came to us in love while we were still His enemies. Through Jesus’s sacrificial death, He brought peace where there was hostility and a relationship where there was estrangement.

But the passage doesn’t stop at reconciliation. It goes further to proclaim that, having been reconciled, Jesus’ life now saves us. His resurrection is the proof that death and sin do not have the final word. The living Christ intercedes for us, sustains us, and empowers us to live beyond mere survival—to walk in the fullness of life He offers. Salvation is not just rescue from punishment; it is the gift of abundant life, filled with hope, transformation, and purpose. God’s salvation is complete, ongoing, and rooted in His unwavering love for us.

Today, let this truth sink deep into your heart: You are saved from wrath, reconciled by the cross, and sustained by the living Christ. When doubts arise or guilt tries to creep in, remember what God has done and continues to do. Our salvation is secure, not because of anything we could do, but because of what Christ has already accomplished. Let gratitude and awe fill your prayers today and walk confidently in the assurance of His saving grace.

Prayer:

            Lord Almighty, we lift our hearts and voices to proclaim our praise to you because of the mighty salvation you have worked for us. Your sacrifice on the cross is beyond our ability to understand. Let us by our lives proclaim your wonderful works to our broken and hurting world. May the message of your salvation convict even the most complacent and self-satisfied soul. Amen.

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