Take these words in Isaiah: "The
Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all." Surely, you can believe
such a plain statement as that. And yet, even that statement may be too
general for your case. Then take the words of Paul: "He loved me, and
gave Himself for me." Ah; that is closer. Does not that bring the matter
home to yourself? And surely, it is a very personal matter. Be sure of
this, that what Paul said of himself is just as true of _you_. The
Saviour loved _you_, and gave Himself for _you_. Believe that in your
inmost soul, and it will transform your whole character and life. Think
of Christ loving you personally, and giving Himself for you personally.
Yes; for He was divine, and so in the infinite sweep of His thought He
could fix His love on you individually, as though not another soul
needed to be redeemed. If you dwell on that thought you will be filled
with adoring wonder, and love, and praise.
We forecast such a salvation for the whole race, Christ will be
satisfied yet: Oh, He will be satisfied! Let us anticipate the glorious
day Love has conquered! The worst of mankind has been won. The last
prodigal has come home. Christ is satisfied at last! Ah, He is more than
satisfied! Listen! He is singing! Surely the great multitude that no man
can number will hush their hallelujahs to hear Him singing! Yes, He is
actually singing with joy over the recovery of lost souls.
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