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The universe
When Albert Einstein published his general theory of relativity in 1916, he changed the world of science forever. One of the most groundbreaking discoveries he formulated concerns the continuing expansion of the universe. This amazing fact not only reminds us of the vastness of the universe, but also of a statement by the psalmist: “For as high as heaven is above the earth, he shows mercy to those who fear him. As far as the morning is from the evening, he puts our transgressions from us” (Psalm 103,11-12).
Yes, so incredibly real is God's grace because of the sacrifice of His only Son, our Lord Jesus. The psalmist's phrase "As far as the east is from the west" deliberately explodes our imagination by a magnitude that even surpasses the observable universe. Consequently, no one can imagine the extent of our salvation in Christ, especially when you consider what it all entails. Our sins separate us from God. But Christ's death on the cross changed everything. The gulf between God and us is closed. In Christ, God reconciled the world to himself.
We are invited to enter into his fellowship as into a family, into the perfect relationship with the Triune God for all eternity. He sends us the Holy Spirit, who helps us to approach him and put our life under his care so that we become like Christ.
Next time you look at the night sky, remember that God's grace surpasses all dimensions of the universe and that even the longest distances we know are small compared to the extent of his love for us.
by Joseph Tkach
