"Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.” He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit."

Galatians 3:13-14

Here, in Galatians 3, Paul advances his argument, referring to curses and blessings. His argument to the Galatian converts, and to us today, is that we must abandon any suggestion that we can make ourselves acceptable to God in any way other than relying on the finished work of Christ. We need to come, once again, on our knees to the cross of Christ and lean on his mercy. In that way, as Paul will uncover, the blessing of Abraham astonishingly becomes ours. Take a moment to ponder on verse 14 and ask the Father to touch you afresh with the Spirit, which is made possible because of the finished work of the Son.

Closing Prayer

Holy Spirit, continue to build my faith that is built on your promises and affirm within me that, in Christ alone, I am redeemed (edited from Encounter with God).