We live in a culture that says, do it your way. It says, I am in control of my own destiny. This is a lie from the pit of Hell. It is a path that will lead to an eternity of separation and damnation. WE were created to submit to a Holy God, that is here to guide us and Love us, that we might find fulfillment in serving and walking with him. We have access to him through his Holy and perfect son, who freely gave himself up, to take the penalty, and give life to ALL who believe in him. It is a gift, and cannot be earned, lest anyone should boast. Won’t you consider this gift in faith, and give yourself up, that you may have access to the Father who gives life, through Jesus Christ, and no other. He is the ONLY way to God the Father!

Seek the Lord and His strength; Seek His face continually.
1 Chronicles 16:11 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/1ch.16.11/20825

As Christions, we don’t seek out persecution, but if it comes by those spreading evil against us falsely, there is a blessing from God, that also comes our way. Now that is a promise from God that we should hold on to. It should give us boldness an courage without fear.

“Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:10 NASB
https://bible.com/bible/100/mat.5.10.NASB

Just as God chose Jesus, he chose us before the foundations of the earth. May we follow Jesus lead, and may the Father be well pleased in our service, and our proclaiming the Good News to both Jew and Gentile.

” behold , my servant whom I have chosen ; my beloved in whom my soul is well – pleased ; I will put my spirit upon Him , and he shall proclaim justice to the gentiles .
Matthew 12:18 NASB
https://bible.com/bible/100/mat.12.18.NASB

We Are Not Ashamed………. For I am not a ashamed of the gospel , for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. May the grant us all strength, to stand firm in our faith, through his Holy Spirit. Thank you, Jesus.

For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, ” but the righteous man shall live by faith .”
Romans 1:17 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/rom.1.17/263

We need to always remember, God Loved us, in spite of our faults. Shouldn’t we do the same to others, and share the Good News, that Jesus makes us whole and right before God, not because of what we’ve done, but because of what he had done. Taken our penalty, even though he did not deserve it. What true love!

Shalom! May God grant you peace, through the power of the Holy Spirit, and through his Word, and through the transforming power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, today, and forever.

For the mind set on the flesh is death, but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace,
Romans 8:6 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/rom.8.6/39679

The Gospel is truly liberating. In recognizing our sin, and Jesus taking that sin in our place, we have been pardoned by God. He never see our sin again. We are truly set free to serve him, and never have to worry, because even, in our failures, he is there beside us. Thank you Jesus.

and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”
John 8:32 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/jhn.8.32/39664

A few good friends who pursue truth and righteousness, strengthens the body and soul. They speak truth, whether in encouragement or correction. They help keep us focus on the goal, for the prize, which is “Good News” (see link for good news video link below, from the Bible Project)

Iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens another.
Proverbs 27:17 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/pro.27.17/24425

Gospel of the Kingdom

We live in a world, that seems to be crumbling around us. Our hope, both in the future and now, in this present darkness, is that we have a friend in Jesus, who has overcome the world. Because of his reconciliation of us, with God the Father, we can live life, without the bondage of sin, and the freedom to share the Good News, with with all who would listen. The book of 1 John, calls us overcomers! Can I get an Amen?

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.
John 10:10 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/jhn.10.10/7422

Not only, does the Gospel give hope to the lost, it brings joy and peace, to those who believe. Now that is Good Medicine you can’t buy at a store. Thank you, Jesus.

A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the bones.
Proverbs 17:22 NASB
https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/pro.17.22/37574