Almost all humans recognize that there is a gap between what we should do and what we actually do. Also, we have invented many methods to try to deal with that gap. Unfortunately, we repeatedly discover that our methods don’t ultimately work. In John 1:19-34, John (the Baptist) called Jesus “the Lamb of God” and claimed that he is able to take away that gap in our lives. (Here are Larry’s complete sermon notes.)
God has always been with his people, in various ways and temporarily in Old Testament times and later and permanently in human flesh.
"Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits."
Christ’s ascension is what we need in the Day of Judgment.
