“Lawyer up.” That’s the counsel usually given to people charged with a crime. “Don’t say anything without an attorney present!”
From real life to TV shows, we all know a competent lawyer is a blessing. Good lawyers know the law’s technicalities and loopholes.
They can make a convincing case and influence a jury. Great legal representation typically means the wrongly accused avoid prosecution. (And sometimes it means even those who are guilty win acquittal.)
Whatever term you use—attorney, barrister, esquire—a lawyer is a legal advocate who stands beside you in court as you face charges. A lawyer fights for you in court as you face accusation.
The good news of the gospel is that as spiritual “criminals” (sinners), we have an advocate in Jesus Christ. He argues these stunning facts:
• Yes, we are sinners, guilty as charged, deserving of conviction, worthy of death (Romans 3:23; 6:23).
• But Jesus died for the ungodly—for us—in our place (Romans 5:6, 8).
• By faith in what Christ has done for us, we are justified (declared righteous), resulting in peace with God (Romans 5:1).
• We have been given the free gift of eternal life (Romans 6:23).
• There is “no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1).
• Though we once were God’s enemies (Romans 5:10), we are now His children and heirs (Romans 8:16–17).
• Nothing can ever separate us from God’s love (Romans 8:39).
It’s an airtight case where perfect justice meets perfect mercy and love.
Remember these things the next time the “accuser” of believers (Revelation 12:10) starts launching his demonic attacks on your soul.
You don’t have to defend yourself. Your defender—your advocate—is Jesus Christ the righteous.
When in your life have you needed an advocate?
