Religion is often born out of faith , but becomes preoccupied with rules and activities, with a goal of self-obtained salvation in mind.
Christianity is about knowing who Jesus is, why he is worth following and then building a relationship with Him day by day.
Someone has to pay the price for your sin. Will it be you, or Jesus?
Understand that salvation is a gift, freely given but at a high price. And what response is there, in return, but to repay Him with our life, in service and worship.
Sometimes, in following after Jesus we can fall in to patterns or routines. It's usually because of a lack of imagination but we must be careful to remember that it's through his love that we are set free, not our abilities.
It's a fine line.
Today we celebrate His sacrifice, His victory and His love - without which we would have no chance.
