Forgiven

Last night we had such a wonderful time at our discipleship class on worship. Our lesson and discussion came from Luke 7:36-50, where Jesus was anointed by a sinful woman.

I got thinking about these wonderful scriptures. What revelation this woman had of the depth of her sin, where she came from, and who the redeemer of her life was. She poured out her best upon his feet, weeping gratitude with each and every drop of her fragrant offering.

It makes me think. Where would I be without Jesus? Do I understand the depth of his love, his forgiveness, his sacrifice?

It makes me search deep within. Do I offer all that I have to him? Do I give him my best? Do I withhold any part of my life as a sacrifice? Do I give what I have freely and with gratitude?

This woman knew the depth of sin she had been involved in. She recognized the condition of her garments. She had been forgiven much and her outpouring revealed her awareness as she poured out her love. She loved much for she knew she was forgiven much.

She gave out of the depth of her love, the very best that she had to offer.

We want our offerings to reveal the depth of our love. We need to have an incredible revelation as to the power of forgiveness. Why? Because when we understand the fullness of the forgiveness that has been extended to us, it will cause us to love much.