John 5:24. Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life.
No one in history has ever dared to claim to be God—except one: Jesus of Nazareth. Throughout the ages, countless cult leaders have arisen, boldly claiming to be the Messiah, the Savior, or even divine. Yet without exception, they all died like ordinary men and remain buried in their graves to this very day.
Jesus, however, is unlike any other. His birth, His life, His crucifixion, His death, and His resurrection were all foretold for thousands of years and precisely fulfilled according to the Scriptures (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). From beginning to end, Jesus fulfilled the prophecies concerning the promised Messiah, proving through His life and works that He is indeed the Son of the living God.
Not only were these major events fulfilled, but even the smallest letter and the least stroke of a pen in Scripture were realized in Him. Every detail pointed to this truth: Jesus is the Christ, the Anointed One, sent by God to destroy the devil’s work and redeem and save His people.
Why is this so significant? Because without Christ, no one can escape from the power of Satan, the bondage and curse of sin, and the condemnation of hell. Human effort, good deeds, religion, or philosophy—none of these can break the chains that hold humanity captive.
But Jesus Christ, who rose again from the dead, now reigns as King. He rules over His saints and His Church and is advancing His unshakable kingdom throughout the world by the power of the gospel.
Therefore, it is critical that we stand on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ and His Word. When we are shaken by circumstances, tempted by the world, or consumed by worry, we must remember that our enemy, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour (1 Peter 5:7-8).
To overcome him, we must cling to the unchanging promises of God. Mere intellectual knowledge of this truth is not enough—we must personally experience the reality of being children of God: “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” (John 1:12)
When we truly receive Christ and believe in His name, we realize that the gospel has already solved every problem of our life—past, present, and future. The problem of original sin. This fundamental separation from God cannot be undone by anything we do. The problem of Satan. No human power can free us from his grasp. The problem of death and judgment. Every person must face it. The problem of hell. This was the destiny of all humanity.
But the moment you receive and believe in Jesus Christ—the One whom God has sent—you are no longer under judgment, condemnation, or the curse of sin. At that very moment, a divine exchange takes place: your guilt is taken away, and Christ’s righteousness is credited to you. You cross over from spiritual death to true, everlasting life—never to return to the former state of separation from God (John 5:24).
At the cross, all our problems—past, present, and future—were fully and finally resolved. The burden of sin, the power of death, the grip of Satan, and the fear of judgment were all broken through the finished work of Jesus Christ. By His sacrifice, He satisfied the demands of God’s justice and opened the way for us to be reconciled to God. As Scripture declares, “Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death” (Romans 8:2). No longer are we bound by the chains of sin or enslaved by fear of death, for the Spirit of life in Christ has liberated us into the freedom and victory of God’s children.
Now, the Spirit of God dwells within us as a living, active reality in the hearts of those who believe (John 14:16). The Holy Spirit is our Counselor, guiding us into all truth; our Comforter, bringing peace (John 14:26-27). And He will tell us what is yet to come, revealing the things that are hidden and preparing our hearts for what lies ahead (John 16:13).
A person without this assurance lives like a debtor, endlessly striving to repay a debt that has already been paid in full—a burden that no longer exists. This is the tragic reality for many who, unaware of the finished work of Christ, continue to labor under guilt, fear, and self-effort, trying to earn what has already been freely given. But on the cross, Jesus settled everything. With His final breath, He declared, “It is finished” (John 19:30), signifying that the debt of sin was fully paid, the power of Satan was broken, and the way to God was opened once for all.
He did not come to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom—a full payment—for many (Mark 10:45). His sacrifice was not partial or conditional; it was complete, final, and sufficient for all who believe. There is nothing more to add, nothing left to earn, and no further price to pay. The work of redemption was finished at the cross, and Christ paid it all with His own blood. Because of this, we are no longer bound by the chains of guilt, fear, or religious striving.
We are no longer slaves to sin or the opinions of men. You owe nothing to the devil or anyone anymore. Instead, we are set free to live as beloved children of God—redeemed, accepted, and secure in His grace forever (Romans 6:14). Do not live like a beggar or an orphan. You are a child of the Most High God, redeemed and precious in His sight: “You are precious and honored in my sight, and… I love you.” (Isaiah 43:4).
To restore us to Himself, Jesus personally carried our sins in His own body as He hung on the cross. His purpose was that we would turn away from sin and instead live lives that reflect His righteousness. Through the wounds He suffered, we have been healed—spiritually, completely, and eternally. At one time, we were like lost sheep, wandering far from God, but now we have come back to the true Shepherd and Overseer of our souls (1 Peter 2:24–25)
Let your Shepherd protect you. Let your Overseer guide you. Whenever you feel shaken or overwhelmed, stop listening to the world’s voice. Instead, remember what Jesus said:
“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.” (John 10:27–30)
You are in good hands—in fact, in the most secure place in the universe—in Christ. And God will never let you go. Therefore, do not rely on human testimony, because God’s testimony is greater. Hear what God says about you:
“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.” (1 John 5:11–13)
Stand firm on the foundation that can never be shaken—Jesus Christ, who existed from eternity past, came in the flesh to save us, rose again to give us victory and authority, will return when the gospel reaches all nations, and will judge all creation to establish His eternal kingdom..
Prayer. Father, You have called me to Your eternal glory in Christ. Help me stand strong, firm, and steadfast on the foundation of Your promise. In Jesus’ name. Amen.