As I read Matthew 1:1-25, the Lord once again reminded me of His sovereignty and amazing redeeming grace. The New Testament opens with the family tree of Jesus - from Abraham to David to the Messiah. The Bible mentions the name of Rahab (the prostitute) and Ruth (the non-Jewish Moabite) among other women who have been a part of Jesus' lineage. When I read this passage I couldn't help but praise God with tears in my eyes!! He really is the God of second chances! He just don't redeem but also use these once broken people for His greater purpose. How about you? Feeling hopeless because of what your past has done to your heart? Turn to God. He has sent Jesus - who will save us from our sins (v.21). Ask Him for forgiveness and repent. Let go and surrender all those burdens and follow Him (because His burden is light). Then, allow Him to use you for His kingdom. He loves us so much that He created us, not only to exist, but to LIVE for Him. P.S. My quiet time is now extra special with Teh Tarik 🍵 on the side. Brought to you by my yats @vanebacierto 😘 #HopeThouInGod #BibleReading2019 https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt9yrxIhiUZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=h21xd0f6do9y