JEFF TURNER
It may seem surprising, but Christians can forget Christ. This forgetfulness is hinted at in texts that caution believers about their tendency to overlook Jesus, despite the deep gratitude and love that should keep Him in their thoughts. Such reminders are necessary because our memories can be unreliable, often causing us to forget Him who sacrificed so much for us.
This issue isn’t just a hypothetical concern; it’s a reality that many experience. It’s startling to think that those who have been redeemed by Christ’s sacrifice could ever forget Him. After all, how could someone who has been loved with such an everlasting love possibly neglect the memory of their Savior?
Yet, this is a common struggle. We find ourselves remembering everything but Christ. Everyday distractions, personal ambitions, and worldly concerns easily crowd out our focus on Jesus. We seem to remember things that do us no good while failing to keep Jesus central in our thoughts.
The problem lies in our human nature. Even after our spiritual rebirth, we still carry the remnants of sin and corruption. This internal struggle can make it hard to maintain a constant, focused remembrance of Christ. Our hearts are not purely regenerated; they are still tainted by our old nature, leading us to forget the one we should remember the most.
The constant bombardment of daily life and earthly matters also contributes to this forgetfulness. Much like how the moon’s closer proximity affects the tides more than the sun’s greater size, our immediate concerns often overshadow the eternal significance of Christ. This proximity of worldly matters makes them more pressing in our daily lives, causing us to forget the eternal truths.
Have you struggled to keep Christ in your thoughts amid the word’s distractions?
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