Reflecting on God’s Word . . .

Jesus is Lord . . .

Romans 10:8-13 NLT

[8] In fact, it says, “The message is very close at hand; it is on your lips and in your heart.” And that message is the very message about faith that we preach:

[9] If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

[10] For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.

[11] As the Scriptures tell us, “Anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced.”

[12] Jew and Gentile are the same in this respect. They have the same Lord, who gives generously to all who call on him.

[13] For “Everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved.”

Reflection . . .

Today is the first Sunday in Lent, and we focus on something essential for Christian faith — Calling on the Lord. Calling upon the Lord involves . . .