Easter: Hope RenewedՕրինակ

### Final Word There are three words that sometimes are used to describe the human race: broken, sinful and separated. After sin entered God's perfect world, the close relationship Adam had with God was broken . Mankind became separated from God. The effect is still with us today. Yet, one event changed the course of history. Known as “Easter,” it is a reminder of something that changed our standing before God \-- forever. [ Listen to Cody ](https://makingyourlifecount.org/player.php?ref=e06.20180627.1) --- The Bible says that when we were dead in our sins, God made us alive with Christ. The first Easter marks the day that God resolved the separation. The penalty for all our sins (past, present, and future) was paid when Jesus died on the cross and rose again. We no longer need to live in guilt and shame . By accepting this gift from God, we renew our relationship with Him. How sweet is the sound of saving grace! ### Apply * Do you hold on to guilt and shame from past sins? If so, what is holding you back from accepting the truth that those sins have been forgiven? * How does the truth of Christ’s death on the cross affect your daily life? For more information about Making Your Life Count , visit [ MakingYourLifeCount.org/youversion ](https://mylc.ws/youversion/pl=151)