Archive for August, 2023

Atonement

We learn of Jesus being spoken of in the Book of Hebrews as a high priest. “Hebrews 14:15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.” What does that mean? The high priest for the Jews would each year sacrifice animals. However, when Jesus came His atonement on the cross replaced the needs of animal sacrifice.  Hebrews 10:4 tells us, “It is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins.”. The Good News of the Gospel is that if we believe in Jesus and receive Him as Lord, God, and Savior we will go to Heaven when we die. Praise God for bridging the gap and making Heaven a reality through faith and Jesus.

Two Roads

The Bible teaches that we are all sinners, “”For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23 KJV)” The Good News is we can all be forgiven. Jesus Christ came to earth to save sinners. It is through the blood of Jesus that we are saved. There are two roads one that leads to reconciliation with God and man, peace, grace, and heaven. The other road is life without Jesus or the gift of forgiveness. The road without Jesus leads to bitterness, hate, division, chaos, and separation from God. It’s easy to go to Heaven. We have to accept Jesus’ death on the cross, repent and believe the Gospel. Praise God. Amen

Jesus Bridges Gap

When we accept Jesus God’s grace forgives us and we have received a new heart, a new spirit, and God’s Spirit living in us. While God’s grace does increase if we sin, the Bible also teaches that we should try to live Godly lives. This means we are no longer slaves of sin but are now seen as righteous before God because of the blood of Jesus. The Apostle Paul warns us, “So, shall we then continue in sin that grace may abound? Paul replies with a resounding “God forbid” (Romans 6:2).” Praise God who covers our sins and makes us right before Him through Jesus. Amen

He’s Real

Christians believe God has love for people in all generations in all places and has revealed Himself. King David described this reality when he wrote, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” (Psalm 19:1) The Apostle Paul also explained this in his letter to Christians in Rome: “Since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made.” (Romans 1:20) What does all this mean? It means that the fact that the earth and heavens are here are proof that God is real. Also, the fact that people and animals and many other things exist is further proof of God. God created the heavens & the earth in 6 days. We understand God and who He is and the fact that He has power by witnessing the very fact that God created everything. Praise God for who He is and for revealing Himself. Amen.

God Loves All

God loves all humankind. When we repent and accept Jesus we are instantly forgiven and invited into Heaven when we die. “This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins (1 John 4:10).” Jesus is the only way to salvation. The saying holds true that “God loves the sinner but hates the sin”. The compassion Jesus showed upon all those He ministered to on earth is still shown from Heaven through Him today. God’s love and mercy is unfailing. Praise God for His grace. Amen

Jesus Saves

The only way to be forgiven of our sins is to place our trust in Jesus Christ. The Bible teaches us that God has so much love for the world that He died to save it. Death was not the end Jesus rose from the dead. Through miracles and through rising from the dead Jesus proved He is God. Jesus claimed to be God and proved it by miracles, rising from the dead, and living a perfect life. We have all fallen away from God but we are united to Him when we trust in Jesus. Acts 13:38 says, “Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you.” It is through Jesus Christ only that we go to Heaven and the Gospel is the Good News that Jesus saves us from our sins. Praise God for His love. Amen

Challenges

The Holy Spirit helps us to overcome many of the challenges we face. Life is not perfect but with God on our side we are able to experience peace and love. Romans 8:37 says, “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.”. God loves us dearly, and He overcame death on the cross. Since Christ rose from the dead we know that since He could do that all things are possible with God. Praise God for who He is. Amen

David & The Giant

When David went to fight against the giant many people thought it would be impossible for him to win. However, with God on his side he was able to win. “When all the men of Israel saw Goliath, they fled from him in great fear. 1 Sam 17:24 BSB”. While everyone fled with fear David was strong in faith trusting in God. This should be an example that even if something seems impossible all things are possible with the Lord. Praise God that all things can be done through Him and that we will overcome. Amen

God Is With Us

We can trust that as Christian’s even when times are challenging God will help us learn from those things. God will make bad things become learning experiences. God will work things out for the better. Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” God has a plan and a purpose for us. God created us with purpose and desires to have a personal relationship with us and the only way is through Jesus Christ. Praise God for Jesus Christ and His love for us. Amen

Forgives All Sin

The Bible tells us that all sins can be forgiven. The main sin that can’t would be to reject Jesus which I believe might be the unforgivable sin spoken of in the Bible. However, note that when that sin is mentioned it is because the religious leaders are claiming that Jesus is casting out evil spirits by the power of satan. Jesus says, ” “I tell you, every kind of sin and slander can be forgiven, but blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven…”. The Good News we should focus on is the fact of sins all being forgivable. Some would argue that the unpardonable sin can’t be duplicated today because we don’t see Jesus in the flesh so we can’t claim His works were done by satan. Praise God for His grace and ability to forgive all sins. Amen