Freed from futility

To what are we referring when we say we are “saved?” What are we saved from? Certainly, we are saved from hell. We are rescued from the wrath of God. However, Peter emphasized a different aspect of salvation in his first sermon. He said, “Save yourselves from this crooked generation!” Following Jesus allows us to escape our corrupt culture. How else would we even be aware of our error except by the Spirit of Christ and his Word? He is our guide to a different way of life. His way is healthy, productive, and purposeful. By following him we free ourselves from futility and make our lives count for the kingdom.