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Chicago's
Midway Airport affords a special flying experience for travelers. The airport
is completely and closely surrounded by the city. If a plane is on approach or
takeoff, there is no place to set down if there is a power failure. All the souls
on board are completely dependent on the power output of the engines.
As a passenger, I am powerless. If I stand and flap
my arms, I have no effect on the plane's motion. Passengers must conclude that
they are powerless to make it fly or keep it in the air. If you want to enjoy
the flight and reap the benefits, you are better off to admit you're powerless.
Paul made the benefits of admitting your personal powerlessness
crystal clear to the Romans. The sin we are born with handicaps us so that we
cannot possibly save ourselves from the penalty of our sin and unbelief.
"When we were still powerless, Christ died for" us (v. 6). Verse 8 continues
the explanation by saying God's love was demonstrated while we
were still sinners.
Admit your powerlessness and accept the forgiveness Jesus Christ
offers you through His personal sacrifice for you.
All Scripture references are from the New American Standard
Version unless otherwise noted.
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