Contemplative Bible Reading

Titus 1:2 (New Living Translation)

This truth gives them confidence that they have eternal life, which God—who does not lie—promised them before the world began.

Paul is writing to Titus about the truth of Jesus Christ. One of the benefits of this truth is the confidence that the followers of Christ have eternal life which was promised to them by God.

Confidence. Said. Done. Over. Settled. Confidence. Enough one-word sentences.

There is no room for, “Well, I’m a pretty good fella’ and I try and ya’ know I’m hoping this works out, but…” The truth of Jesus Christ gives me confidence in eternal life. I should not doubt. I should not lack faith. I should trust completely in the power of Jesus Grace and the saving grace given to me.

Of course this is simple but complicated at the same time. There are days when I think a lot about the complicated part. Those are bad days. Please God, help me through them and claim the confidence that is right in front of me.