Sometimes the gifts we receive have a deeper meaning than is readily apparent. We may receive a family heirloom that has important meaning to the family. Someone may give us a gift that meets an emotional or mental need of the moment. Or perhaps we become the recipient of something with historical significance.
Romans 5:1-2 says, “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Though him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.” Those who trust in Jesus for salvation and redemption receive much more than these two unsurmountable gifts of God’s grace. We have also received God’s justification, meaning we receive no condemnation for sin. The blood of Jesus also paves the way for us to have access to God by His grace and to know the hope of the glory of God. So along with salvation and redemption, we receive justification, access to the Father, grace enough for each day, hope, and participation in the glory of God.
Reluctant Retiree 