Back to the Basics 365Sample

Being a Christian does not mean simply following a set of rules. In fact, salvation is quite the opposite. As we walk in grace (God’s unmerited favor) and are no longer enslaved by the law of sin, we are truly freed from the curse of trying to earn our salvation. As the old hymn says, "Jesus paid it all, all to Him I owe; Sin had left a crimson stain, He washed it white as snow."

Now that we are God's children and walking in freedom, our deepest desire should be to please Him and honor Him with our lives. That is why we read the Bible and strive to obey His commands. What are some of these commands? Here are some examples: loving others, forgiving one another, being kind, praying for others, giving sacrificially, honoring our parents, and more. Are there commands from God you need to obey better in your life?