Lauren
nervously yet excitedly hopped into a one-person kayak for a white-water
rafting experience. After strapping herself in, she headed down the river with
a group of kayakers and guides.
Lauren
became even more nervous when she laid eyes on the falls ahead. Suddenly, as
the kayak tossed and turned in the white water, it flipped over. She had been
instructed on how to get out quickly if this were to happen. But she became
disoriented as she hung upside-down in the water and couldn’t find the release
bar to get out. She knew she couldn’t hold her breath much longer and thought
she would soon be in the Lord’s presence. Then help came just in time and she
was saved. Lauren was very grateful for her rescue from physical death.
An even
greater rescue has been provided for us—rescue from spiritual death has come in
the Person of Jesus Christ. While we were drowning in sin, God sent His Son
Jesus to bring life through His own death and resurrection (Rom. 5:8;
Eph. 2:5).
He did so because He is “rich in mercy” and because of “His great love” (Eph. 2:4).
Out of
gratefulness, we can help others by telling them of the Rescuer they so
desperately need.
Those
who’ve been rescued should be ready and willing to help in the rescue of
others. (RBC)
