Human nature is such that we prefer doing something that gives us a sense of achievement. We like the feeling that we have accomplished something; it gives us this “feel-good factor.” When one looks at religion, we see the proof of that so evident in Buddhism, Islam, and Hinduism. Most religions require one to perform certain rituals or do certain things to become holier or more spiritual. However, this is contrary with Christianity, for it is a religion of Grace. You may say, “What about the requirements and laws within Christianity, such as fasting, reading your Bible, praying, and doing well?” This is not Christianity. Sadly-like those Pharisees and Sadducees in Jesus’ day-we burden people with heavy loads of “must do’s” and “must not do’s”. Christianity is the most difficult religion. It defies even to be called a religion, for it is not the person’s faith or worship that determines their spirituality but Christ’s work on the Cross and living for Him.
In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace. (Ephesians 1:7).
Posted by Brendon Naicker 