It's comforting to know that Jesus didn't come without His Father's permission, authority, and support. He was sent by the Father to be our Savior. We often forget that while the Trinity has distinct persons, there is no difference in honor among them. We tend to credit our salvation more to Jesus than to the Father, but this is a mistake.

Jesus came because the Father sent Him. When He spoke marvelously, it was because the Father gave Him grace for His mission. If we truly understand the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we won't place one above the other in our love. They were all at work in Bethlehem, Gethsemane, and on Calvary, united in salvation. Christian, have you put your trust in Jesus Christ? Is He your sole reliance?

Are you united with Him? Then know you're also united with God. Since Jesus is your brother, you are closely connected with the Eternal God. Have you considered the depth of God's love when He equipped His Son for the work of mercy?

If not, let this be your meditation today. The Father sent Him! Reflect on that. See how Jesus fulfills the Father's will. Let the wounds of the Savior remind you of God's love. Remember, "It pleased the Lord to bruise Him; He has put Him to grief."