JOHN SHIRK – In the Year to Shine, today’s Vital Step to a Radiant Faith is to turn to Jesus as our Advocate.

Grace is a wonderful gift from God, but it is not cheap. It came at the price of the blood of Jesus at the cross. Therefore, grace is not something to take for granted, but is to be received with gratitude.

When we sin against God, there is a place to turn for the help and hope that we need.

First John 2:1 says, “My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father-Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours, but also for the sins of the whole world.”

Jesus is able to forgive our sins, renew our joy, and restore our relationship with God to a healthy place.

Turning to Jesus as our Advocate is a Vital Step to a Radiant Faith that makes a difference in our world.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com