Joe's Story

I'm joyful in knowing Jesus because I know I have forgiveness in spite of all the sin in my heart and life.

The more I study the Scriptures, the more I have become aware of all the things I have done and said and thought that weren't pleasing to God. But I also know how much God loves me because He demonstrated it in Jesus' death and resurrection.

I cherish God's forgiveness every day. I'm still not perfect, and I still need it every day. But I also know that God's forgiveness will cover over my sin no matter what and I will be in God's presence in heaven when I die, not because of what I have done, but because of what Jesus did for me. In fact, if my place in heaven were determined by how good I am, I would certainly not be allowed in. But in spite of that, God in his grace has forgiven and saved me from sin and its penalty of death.