Thought for January 12

[Thompson, Darryl]

There are thousands today who need to learn the same truth that was
taught to Nicodemus by the uplifted serpent. They depend on their
obedience to the law of God to commend them to His favor. When they are
bidden to look to Jesus, and believe that He saves them solely through
His grace, they exclaim, "How can these things be?" Desire of Ages, p.
173.