Redemption

Gen 3-5; Luke 2

Scripture: Then God said to the serpent, “Because you were used as a tool of Satan, I cannot continue to let you be the most beautiful creature in the garden. You will now be lower than any of the animals and will crawl on the ground eating its dust. Also, I will place a hatred of sin in the heart of the woman and her descendants. This hatred of sin will find its ultimate expression in One of her offspring. Satan, like a striking serpent, will try to kill Him, but as a man crushes the head of a poisonous snake with his bare heel to save his children—knowing he will die—so the Savior will sacrifice His own life to save those who love Him, and He will utterly crush the serpent’s head.” Gen 3: 14, 15

Observation: Even though the serpent was one of the most beautiful creatures at that time it was made lower than all other animals because sin had found its way into humanity through the woman being tempted by the serpent. But yet God showed us he has a plan for our Salvation.

Application: This scripture for me is the best scriptures of all because it shows me I have redemption through my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. That no matter what comes in my life doubt, fear, depression, etc; I can count on Him who saves me in all matters in this life.

Prayer: Dear Lord give me the wisdom and understanding to have the faith I need today and every day to believe in your salvation and my redemption. Do not let me give up, but hold on to me even when I feel like giving up.