by Hillary Krahn For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us. -Psalm 103:11-12
Have you heard the saying, “Measure twice, cut once”? If you’ve ever worked on home improvement projects or woodworking, you’ll know, measurement is very important. If you don’t cut the hole in the wall for the new window to the right height, width, and depth, you may not fit that new window, or it may fall through completely. If you’re making a staircase for your new deck and you don’t measure the height or the width of the stair treads properly, you may not be able to access your new deck. The type of measurement that the Psalmist is talking about in today’s verse, however, is one that far exceeds our tape measure. The measurement that’s being talked about is the height, depth, breadth, and width of God’s forgiveness. Can we take a tape measure to God’s forgiveness? No, we can’t. However, we can know that how far he removes our transgressions from us is an unfathomable distance. He doesn’t just take them to the local dump, or to the next planet, he takes them as far as the heavens from the earth. Astronauts have been pretty far into space, and I don’t think they’ve found heaven yet! God’s removal of our transgressions knows no bounds!! This isn’t just a one time, temporary removal either. We’re told that God’s love is steadfast, meaning that it’s unchanging and everlasting. He continues to forgive us day in and day out because we fear him and he loves us. Next time you get out your measuring tape, I hope you’re reminded that God’s forgiveness isn’t confined to that tape, it’s boundless. Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for being a steadfast and loving constant point in my life. Thank you for the unmeasurable forgiveness you offer through your Son and for taking my transgressions farther than I could ever imagine. Help me to recall your forgiveness as I continue to focus on the cross during Lent. In Jesus name, Amen.
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About the AuthorsThe authors of this Lenten devotional are all staff members of Zion Lutheran Church & School of Wayside. They have answered the call to preach and teach the good news of salvation to both the young and the old of the school and congregation. This group of believers have a strong faith rooted in the Word. They are all members of the church professing the Christian faith and are excited to share their love of Jesus with you during this season. Archives
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