When Jesus posed this question to Peter, the disciple replied:
“You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Matthew 16:16
That response earned Peter an A+.
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Why Faith Matters More Than Being Good
In a recent discussion around faith, a friend of mine made the comment that “I just want to be a good person. That’s all that matters.”
Two questions came immediately to mind: (1) what defines a “good” person, and (2) in whose eyes does this individual want to be one?
Upon further contemplation, I realized that my friend’s position on such questions comprised a single answer: a good person is someone who does things (works) considered good by other people. That is, this individual seemingly desires to be elevated to the status of “good” by his/her peers.
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“In the end, that Face which is the delight or the terror of the universe must be turned on each one of us . . . either conferring glory inexpressible or inflicting shame that can never be cured or disguised.”
C.S. Lewis
For me, the Bible’s consummate message is found in the 25th chapter of the Book of Matthew – specifically verses 31-46.
Some characterize this passage as the parable of the sheep and the goats. My quibble with such a characterization is that I believe this episode is not a parable at all, but a prophecy of what the Lord’s return for His faithful will engender.
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The Righteous Will Answer 