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Why is looking at Christ important for Christians?

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Christ is the focal point of salvation; looking to Him provides assurance and peace, as we find hope not in our works but in His finished work.

Focusing on Christ is crucial for Christians as He is the embodiment of our hope and salvation. In the sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is not looking at our efforts or decisions for salvation but at the finished work of Christ on the cross. This is affirmed in passages like Isaiah 53, where we learn that Jesus was wounded for our transgressions, highlighting His sacrificial role. By looking to Christ, we are reminded that our security rests solely on His righteousness rather than our flawed attempts. Thus, embracing this truth cultivates assurance, leading us to live in the rest and peace of knowing that we are accepted in the Beloved, based on His works, not ours.
Scripture References: Isaiah 53:5, Ephesians 1:6

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