1 Timothy 2:5-6
For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time,

Application:

A mediator is someone who unites two estranged parties. Sinful humanity is condemned under the righteous wrath of a holy God. Only Jesus Christ, the God-Man, can effect reconciliation. Due to his divine nature, he is sinless. Due to his human nature, he can serve as a substitutionary sacrifice for sinful humans. Knowing this, he gave himself as a ransom for all (2:6)—that is, he paid the price for everyone.*

The judgment of God against rebellious humanity has been fully satisfied through Christ’s sin-bearing work (see 1 John 2:2). However, to receive the benefits of this sacrifice, you must personally accept Christ’s payment by faith. To reach God, you must go through His Son. [And no other created being]*

Prayer is a form of worship. We should pray to God in the name of Jesus (John 16:23-24, Matthew 6:6). Praying to deceased saints, angels, or any other created being is a sin (Romans 1:25, Colossians 2:18). Why call Jesus Christ Lord if you don’t do what He says (Luke 6:46)? When we choose to not do what the Bible calls us to do, we are sinning. Pray only to God, in Jesus’ name!

*Ref: Tony Evans, The Tony Evans Bible Commentary (Nashville, TN: Holman Bible Publishers, 2019), 1280.

To God be the glory!

Our Lord Jesus Christ created everything! By Him, For Him!

“The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26

Disclaimer

When God inspires me, I write or post articles that glorify God. I invite you to view this post as a Bible study. Like the Bereans in Acts 17:11, I encourage you to search the Scriptures to determine whether what I have posted is true. Always consult your church ministers regarding biblical matters. I am not a professional writer, so there may be grammatical or spelling errors. I strive to write as clearly and efficiently as possible. Your brother in Christ, Ricardo.

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