“He that believeth on Him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.” (John 3:18)
Basically, there are only two classes of people in the world. There are “believers,” and “unbelievers.” These two classes are illustrated by the two men on crosses on either side of Jesus when He was crucified. One said, “If thou be the Christ come down from the cross and save yourself and us.” The other man said, “Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
There was no faith expressed in the word, “if,” spoken by the first man. There was abundant saving faith in the words, “Lord, remember me…” spoken by the other one. Both men were condemned by unbelief before going to the cross. Both men were sinners. One died a condemned man, condemned by his unbelief. The other died an un-condemned man, declared so by his faith.
You are represented by one of these men and are in a class with him. If you have not placed your faith in Jesus Christ you are condemned already. Your verdict of “guilty,” is already in. If you believe on the Lord Jesus Christ you are not condemned. I encourage you to place your faith in Jesus Christ now.
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