Isaiah 53:4- 54:8

Isaiah 53:5
But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.

The Gospel: We are sinners. God sent His perfect son to Earth to teach us, save us, forgive us. Jesus died on the cross by taking the punishment that was for us. He died from the wrath of God for our inquities. He rose again by the grace of God. We are now bought by the blood of Christ. Our slate is wiped clean each day.We are Christ followers dedicated to living a life that glorifies the Lord and sharing the Good News so that others can experience God's love as well.

Isaiah 53:7
He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. 

Jesus willingly gave up His life to the will of God. It was painful yet He was obedient to the very end... and because of that we are breathing and living now. Our walk now is not as painful as being put on the cross and punished from our Father. We need to have an obedient heart to our God as Jesus already paid the price for us doing the opposite.

Isaiah 54:8
In a surge of anger I hid my face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you," says the Lord your Redeemer

A description of how God feels when you commit our sins each time. Angry but overall everlasting kindness and compassion. That is love.

The reminder: Be aware of how compassionate and kind our God is despite our sin.