Christ Became A Curse, We Received His Blessing

“Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and announced the gospel in advance to Abraham: ‘All nations will be blessed through you.’ So those who rely on faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith…. 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 3:8-9, 13-14

Once again the idea of Christ’s blessing appears in Scripture.  I couldn’t help once again notice that we are blessed to be a blessing. 

I also find it interesting that the gospel was said to be foretold with God’s blessing to Abraham when God said “All nations will be blessed through you.”  This reiterates the fact that the gospel must me shared to “all nations.”  The gospel isn’t simply the story of Christ’s life, death and resurrection.  But it is this story told to “all nations,” inspiring all nations and cultures to live in faith.  What a great process to be a part of; bringing the gospel of Christ to all nations so that they can have faith and be blessed with the very Spirit of God!

Dear Lord,

Let us hold to the vision You have for the future of Your name.  Let us announce the gospel to “all nations” so that You may receive the honor due Your name, and so that all peoples can enjoy the blessing that comes with knowing You.

Amen