Luke 18:27 NKJV
But He said, “The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.” Luke 18:27 NKJV
Jesus taught and explained many things in this chapter before verse 27. It starts with the persistence of the widows, humility versus pride, coming before God as little children and rich man keeping the law. Then the disciples started asking the question as they realised that it is impossible for men to keep up with all these things according to what Jesus was teaching. Then here in verse 27, Jesus said what is impossible with men is possible with God. The reason Jesus came to die for mankind is to completely restore mankind back into the image and likeness of God. It is an impossible task for mankind to achieve but God did it for us through Christ Jesus, our Lord. If we want to live life to tick the boxes, to earn with our good deeds, we will never make it. We are called to live a new life as the old is gone and we need to behold the new which is found only in Christ Jesus and lived through Him. The parables and stories that Jesus share is to illustrate the kingdom lifestyle with Him. If by riches, self-centredness and keeping the law is what we have in mind to inherit the kingdom of God, then we will be disappointed. But if we believe that Jesus has given us that life for us to live and all we need to do is to live by faith in Christ, then the impossible has been made possible. It’s a new life, new lifestyle, new hope and a new beginning in Christ Jesus. Let us build our lives in Christ Jesus as our sure foundation and let the Holy Spirit lead us in the light of His glory. Blessings