J.A. Matteson
(Devotional)
Are we marveling daily at the power of God in our spiritual rebirth? "For God, who said, 'Light shall shine out of darkness,' is the One who has shone in our hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ" (2 Cor. 4:6). He is the One who brings forth that which was not, light out of darkness, faith out of unbelief, life out of death. We are His workmanship and the product of His purposes in Christ Jesus. The god of this world holds captive the sons of Adam in darkness and unbelief. Only the power of God can release the captives to in turn be led captive by the Savior of their souls. And this is not the result of their doing, but of His grace. In a moment, in the blinking of an eye the veil is removed, and faith is dawned. Rejoice at the miracle of faith, brethren, beloved of the Father, led by the Spirit, joined to the Son. Precious and imperishable is Gods gift to you. Thank Him for it. Again I say rejoice!
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