1.) Read this: immunity This is from Jon Acuff at Stuff Christians Like. Definitely one of my favorite blogs.
2.) Then read this:
Brian and I watched the episode of J&K+8 that Jon is referring to in this post. It was so sad. Brian and I kept pausing it and discussing what/how they said what was going on. It really made us talk about our marriage. On one hand, it really made us appreciate how open and honest we are with each other. We talk to each other all the time, but also allow for some time alone. We found ourselves referring to our devotional book we’ve been studying saying, “that sounds like the other day when our devo was talking about …” On the other hand, we’re not immune to anything. We constantly struggle to be reminded of grace, of love, and that we don’t deserve anything.
I far too easily get wrapped up in what people deserve, making sure the “right” consequences are endured, and that people don’t get away with anything. God has to constantly remind me of grace. God is justice but He is also grace. Who do I think I am sometimes? I’m surely not God, not perfect, not faultless, not always right (shhh don’t tell!), not always loving or forgiving. If I’m none of those things, then who am I? I’m a sinner, saved by grace.
Praise God: We’re not immune to His grace.
3.) Answer this: What do you think?
