1 Timothy 1:15
This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.
“I believe, O Lord, and I confess that thou art truly the Christ, the Son of the living God, who didst come into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.” The eastern orthodox are instructed to say this each week upon receiving holy communion.
“Of whom I am chief”. Can I say this honestly? I have not led a profligate lifestyle. I’ve never really been harsh to anyone, let alone been guilty of murder. How can I relate to this verse of Scripture?
In the grand scheme of things, profligacy and murder, although wicked, are not the worst sins. They are but children of their mother. The mother of all sins is the sin of unbelief.
My sin of unbelief is all the more aggravated by the fact that I live in the 21st century, and have at my disposal many wonderful resources. I have the testimonies of many saintly men and women who have lived down through the centuries.
I believe, O Lord, and I confess that thou art truly the Christ, the Son of the living God, who didst come into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.
