DAY 25: LAMENTATIONS

“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23)

Dear Christian,

God’s mercies are new every morning.

Have you ever felt like God could not possibly forgive you this time? That you have committed so great a sin that could not be forgiven? Do you feel haunted by guilt and shame? Or discouraged that you’ve fallen once again to the sin that clings so closely?

I have bad news and good news. 

Bad news: Our sin is great.
Good news: Our Savior is even greater.

No matter what difficulties or sins we may have experienced in the past, each new day is an opportunity for redemption, forgiveness, and a fresh start. The Lord’s mercy and grace are boundless and inexhaustible. I take great comfort that Jesus has paid for all our sins — past, present, and yes, future. 

“So when the devil throws your sins in your face and declares that you deserve death and hell, tell him this: "I admit that I deserve death and hell, what of it? For I know One who suffered and made satisfaction on my behalf. His name is Jesus Christ, Son of God, and where He is there I shall be also!”” (Martin Luther)

Love,
Patsy

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Created as part of the Books of the Bible Collection where I meditate on God’s beauty and faithfulness from beginning to end for 66 days from Genesis to Revelation. Each painting will be accompanied by an envelope containing a personal reflection based on the text the painting is based on.

An 8x10 inch original watercolor painting on 100% cold pressed cotton paper, 2023.