God is a Just God

Pastor MJ invites us to explore the profound truth that God is fundamentally just, and through Christ, we are justified. Drawing from Hebrews 10:38—'the just shall live by faith'—we journey through three compelling biblical narratives that demonstrate God's justice in action. First, we witness Abraham's story, where God faithfully fulfills His promise despite impossible circumstances, and rescues Lot from destruction in Sodom and Gomorrah. Then we encounter the transformative moment on the cross where Jesus justifies the repentant criminal, offering paradise to someone who simply believed. Finally, we see Paul's radical transformation from Saul the persecutor to Paul the apostle, showing how all our human credentials and religious rituals mean nothing compared to being justified through faith in Christ. Pastor MJ challenges us to recognize that we're living in a beautiful 'engagement period' of grace—we are the bride of Christ, waiting with joy and hope for our eternal home. This isn't just theological theory; it's a call to live as representatives of Christ's light, especially to those around us who don't yet know Him. As we face life's trials and throat punches, we can maintain our joy because we know our true home isn't here—it's with Jesus, and we are kept secure in Him.