Inspiration

THE FINAL CHAPTER

 

2^nd Corinthians: The letters to the Corinthian Church have been letters of instruction and reprimand because of the problems inherent in the Church. Paul was consumed with a desire to help them and I believe he did. His concerns were no different than any Church leader today. The problems began with and will end with the final blow to Satan when God finally casts him into hell for eternity.

 

The believers will reign with Jesus in Heaven for eternity. My question to you is whether or not you will be with Jesus? If you do not know, but care, then I suggest you get on your knees. As the song writer has said; 'the first step to heaven is to get on your knees.'

 

And say: Father I recognize I am lost because of sin which separates me from you, I confess all my sins, ask your forgiveness and want you to know I believe Jesus died for me on the cross; the Bible tells me He died to pay for my sins and set me free and I believe it. I accept your gift of Jesus. AMEN!

 

If you said that prayer with a sincere heart and believe in all your heart with what you just said I'll see you there. May God richly bless you.

 

PS The world needs to be reminded.  

Inspiration

SUFFICIENT GRACE

 

2^nd Corinthians 12:9 "…For my grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness…"

His grace, indeed, is sufficient,

 

I believe we can all agree on one thing, when the going gets tough we get closer to God; when adversity strikes we call on Him. He is reminding us His grace is sufficient for us; but we must remember His words.

 

Why do we have to wait when until something over which we have no control, happens? Why not appeal to Him every day with the same emotions? Why not thank Him every chance we get?

 

Let's make that chance and the best way is to: Read the Bible every day and every day give thanks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspiration

FORGIVENESS UNSURPASSED

 

ACTS 3: This chapter vividly illustrates a type of forgiveness that is most difficult to understand when one considers all the events in the betrayal, torture, humiliation and crucifixion of Jesus. This is clearly a demonstration of a love that is truly one way, (Agape in the Greek, an unconditional love that requires nothing in return). Truly we have a great God.

 

One day Peter and John were on their way to the Temple and they came across a man who was crippled from birth. He was placed at the gate and would beg for money. As soon as he saw Peter he asked for money and Peter said to him that he did not have any but he would give him what he could. Peter then said in verse 6, "in the name of Jesus Christ, walk." Peter took him by the hand and the man instantly got up and began to walk and jump with joy, he was perfectly healed. The people in the Temple could hardly believe their eyes and were completely astonished. Peter asked them why they stared at them as if they had accomplished this miraculous healing. He told them that his healing was a result of his faith in Jesus, verse 12, "Men of Israel, why does this surprise you? Why do you stare at us as if by our own power or godliness we had made this man walk? Peter laid it on them accusing them of killing the very author of life.

 

We now see the truly loving forgiveness of God when Peter told the crowd they had acted in ignorance and in spite of that God was willing to forgive them and give them everlasting life. Indeed this is forgiveness, unsurpassed. Peter told them to 'repent of your sins and they will be forgiven.' Peter then explained to them how the prophets of old had predicted all that had happened. Verse 24: "Indeed, all the prophets from Samuel on, as many as have spoken, have foretold these days."

 

Repent, believe, and accept the free gift of life through Jesus and you will be saved. All His love makes it possible for anyone, regardless of their prior life, to be part of God's family. Eternity is eternal, where do you want to be?

Inspiration

ANGEL OF LIGHT

 

2^nd Corinthians 11:13, 14 "For such men are false apostles, deceitful workmen, masquerading as apostles of Christ. And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light."

 

Isn't it amazing how things change and yet are the same? One of the problems Paul was trying to expose was the consequence of false teachers; impersonators. Don't we have the same thing today? Hasn't it always?

How do we know the difference?

 

The Bible is the only source of truthful and reliable information for those who believe the Bible is the inspired word of God. If you can believe and accept that as truth, then it will be easy to know right from wrong. I follow the advice of the person who was gracious enough to take the time to show me the way to Jesus. He said, "Nick, if you hear something and it isn't in the Bible, don't believe it; if it is then believe it." Just ask the person to show you where. When you are knowledgeable of His word, strange as it may seem, you will know when something is amiss. Better yet, read the Bible and be prepared.  

Inspiration

THE LORD COMMENDS


2nd Corinthians 10:17, 18, But, "Let him who boasts boast in the Lord. For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends."

It is obvious the church in Corinth was exasperating Paul to the point of sheer frustration, but he never lost his cool, so to speak. There were problems and Paul was quite restrained trying to bring out the best in them. We have plenty of church groups today similar to the Corinthian church and there always will be.

In my opinion, problems can be overcome by each individual to a degree, by tending to his /her own garden. A country is strong when the individual family is strong; a church is strong when the individual member is strong. We, as individuals, are responsible for our own actions in the same way a group is responsible for its actions. Fortunately, by His grace, we have an instructional book that tells us who we are and how we should act. Love is the key ingredient and it can be found in the Bible and in His name. Learn how to be responsible and helpful; read the Bible.

Inspiration

GIFTS TO THE POOR

 

2^nd Corinthians 9:9 As it is written: "He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever." This is another affirmation of the love and generosity of the Lord; providing for all who would believe. He has provided for us all that we need; all we need do is to believe and enjoy His fruits.

 

The reason I am doing this ministry is to drive home to all the messages of believing and accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and for those who have already made the decision of accepting Jesus as Savior to help spread the Good News.

 

Say this prayer and I believe I will see you in Heaven: 'Lord God, I am a sinner and know that sin is keeping me from you, I believe Jesus died for me on the cross and I accept your free gift of salvation. Amen!' Read His word every day and delight in the Good News.