Section 3
as our enjoyment. Oh, this portion of the Word is so rich!
JUSTIFIED AND RECONCILED
Originally, we were not only sinners, but also enemies of God. Through the redeeming death of Christ, God has justified us, the sinners, and has reconciled us, His enemies, to Himself (5:1, 10-11). This transpired when we believed in the Lord Jesus. We have received God's justification and reconciliation by faith. This has opened the way and ushered us into the realm of grace for the enjoyment of God.
WITH GOD'S LOVE POURED OUT
In the realm of grace the first thing we enjoy is the love of God. "The love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit Who has been given to us" (5:5). Many times in our Christian life we need encouragement and confirmation. As we pass through periods of suffering, we may have questions and doubts. Perhaps you ask, "Why are there so many trou bles in my Christian life? Why are there so many trials and tests?" We may have such questions and doubts about our circumstances. Although these doubts arise, we cannot deny that the love