Some think it presumptuous to expect this; they suppose they must pray much and do much before they enter on the divine life; a long and painful process of self-crucifixion, they fancy, must be passed through ere forgiveness can be theirs. But it is not so: you have but to look to the cross and rest with lively faith on Him who died on it, and acceptance with God is secured. Not that it is easy to do this. Pride stands in the way; self-righteousness stands in the way; a natural alienation of heart from God stands in the way. But if, with the help of divine grace, you repent of sin and believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, you are saved this very day.

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