In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God. (Ephesians 1:7 *niv )
dear friend,
now speaking of Jesus' blood is an important way of speaking about Christ’s death. For his death points to two wonderful truths, forgiveness for, and the redemption from
our past sins.
In the Old Testament redemption was the price paid to gain freedom for a slave. You will find that written in the book of (Leviticus 25:47-54.) Jesus' paid the price to release us from slavery to sin, thus granting us eternal life.
Now forgiveness was granted in the Old Testament on the basis of the shedding of an animals' blood. A young lamb without blemish was usually used for this. Now it is written: for the life of a creature is in the blood and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood that makes atonement for ones life. (Leviticus 17:11)
therefore, with the precious Blood of Christ, a Lamb without blemish or defect, Jesus became the perfect sacrifice for the forgiveness of our old sinful ways! (1 peter 1:19)
now that does not mean that we no longer must repent for our sins. For we must continue to; Repent, then, and turn to God, so that our sins may be wiped out, so that times of refreshing may come from the Lord. Amen (Acts 3:19)
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Seek first the kingdom of God
Seek first the kingdom of God
Dear friend,
Trying to keep up with those who seem to have it all may easily cause you to lose focus on what is really important! After all, many people do evil things to gain large sums of money, and even seem to get away with it as well.
As God's children we should; trust in the lord, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on his faithfulness. Delight yourself also in the lord, and he shall give you the desires of your heart. (Psalm 37:3-4)
Therefore; do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of the workers of iniquity. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb. (Psalm 37:1-2) for evildoers shall be cut off; but those who wait on the lord, they shall inherit the earth. (Psalm 37:9)
So; be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayers and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through
Christ Jesus. Amen (Philippians 4:6-7)
Now friend, relax and enjoy your weekend, for God is smiling down upon you right now!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Confusion
Dear Friend
When your life becomes filled with noise and confusion, and you long for a little peace in your life, turn to our Savior Jesus Christ! For He said, "THESE THINGS I
HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE PEACE, IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION; BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 ) After all Jesus' never abandons
us, or leaves us to struggle alone! We can always call on Him in even the most troublesome times, for He is always with us!
Also remember that when confusion enters your life, it is not from God but from satan. For it is written that; GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION BUT OF PEACE! ( 1 CORINTHIANS 14:33 )
So BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN EVERYTHING BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH THANKSGIVING, LET YOUR REQUESTS BE KNOWN TO GOD; AND THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS THROUGH CHRIST JESUS. Amen. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 )
Now have a Wonderful Day and may it be filled with
Peace and Joy!
When your life becomes filled with noise and confusion, and you long for a little peace in your life, turn to our Savior Jesus Christ! For He said, "THESE THINGS I
HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU, THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE PEACE, IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION; BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER, I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD." ( JOHN 16:33 ) After all Jesus' never abandons
us, or leaves us to struggle alone! We can always call on Him in even the most troublesome times, for He is always with us!
Also remember that when confusion enters your life, it is not from God but from satan. For it is written that; GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF CONFUSION BUT OF PEACE! ( 1 CORINTHIANS 14:33 )
So BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING, BUT IN EVERYTHING BY PRAYER AND SUPPLICATION, WITH THANKSGIVING, LET YOUR REQUESTS BE KNOWN TO GOD; AND THE PEACE OF GOD, WHICH SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING, WILL GUARD YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS THROUGH CHRIST JESUS. Amen. ( PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 )
Now have a Wonderful Day and may it be filled with
Peace and Joy!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Returning To God
"Return to me, and I will return to you," says the lord almighty.(Malachi 3:7 *niv )
Dear Friend,
there are times that we may find ourselves walking far from god. Know that if ever that happens to you it is because we have moved, not because god has left us. For the lord your god goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. (Deuteronomy 31:8)
Now, perhaps we find ourselves feeling abandoned by God because we are overwhelmed with problems, or because of the loss of a loved one. If that is the case
remember that; he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to the children of men. (Lamentations 3:33)
therefore if you ever find yourself feeling far from our heavenly father, remember, that god is there with open arms to receive you back. So, take words with you and return to the lord, say to him, "forgive all our sins and receive us graciously." For then he will say: "I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely." (Hosea 14:2 & 4) after all that is his promise always, for Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Hebrew 13:8)
so if you are feeling far from god right now, let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the lord. (Lamentations 3:40 ) for he loves you very much!
Now , may the lord bless you and keep you; the lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the lord turn
his face toward you and give you peace, ( numbers 6:24-26 ) and may his: grace be with you all. Amen. (Hebrews 13:25)
Dear Friend,
there are times that we may find ourselves walking far from god. Know that if ever that happens to you it is because we have moved, not because god has left us. For the lord your god goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. (Deuteronomy 31:8)
Now, perhaps we find ourselves feeling abandoned by God because we are overwhelmed with problems, or because of the loss of a loved one. If that is the case
remember that; he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to the children of men. (Lamentations 3:33)
therefore if you ever find yourself feeling far from our heavenly father, remember, that god is there with open arms to receive you back. So, take words with you and return to the lord, say to him, "forgive all our sins and receive us graciously." For then he will say: "I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely." (Hosea 14:2 & 4) after all that is his promise always, for Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Hebrew 13:8)
so if you are feeling far from god right now, let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the lord. (Lamentations 3:40 ) for he loves you very much!
Now , may the lord bless you and keep you; the lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the lord turn
his face toward you and give you peace, ( numbers 6:24-26 ) and may his: grace be with you all. Amen. (Hebrews 13:25)
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
This is Love
Dear Friend,
In this World today many do not know what true love is. They
confuse it with lust and other Earthly values. After all, true love is
utterly unselfish; it is giving love to another without expecting
anything in return.
The Apostle Paul taught us what real love is when
he wrote; "LOVE IS PATIENT, LOVE IS KIND. IT DOES NOT
ENVY, IT DOES NOT BOAST, IT IS NOT PROUD. IT IS NOT
RUDE, IT IS NOT SELF-SEEKING, IT IS NOT EASILY
ANGERED, IT KEEPS NO RECORD OF WRONGS. LOVE
DOES NOT DELIGHT IN EVIL BUT REJOICES WITH THE
TRUTH. IT ALWAYS PROTECTS, ALWAYS TRUSTS,
ALWAYS HOPES, ALWAYS PERSEVERES."
( 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-7 )
So as our Savoir Jesus Christ said, "AS THE FATHER
HAS LOVED ME, SO I HAVE LOVED YOU. NOW REMAIN
IN MY LOVE." ( JOHN 15:9 )
Therefore my friend, remember that you are my Valentine!
For it is written; LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL
YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND WITH ALL
YOUR STRENGTH AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND; AND,
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. ( Luke 10:27http://www.facebook.com/Beroya-Mission-Centre-Nanyuki/
In this World today many do not know what true love is. They
confuse it with lust and other Earthly values. After all, true love is
utterly unselfish; it is giving love to another without expecting
anything in return.
The Apostle Paul taught us what real love is when
he wrote; "LOVE IS PATIENT, LOVE IS KIND. IT DOES NOT
ENVY, IT DOES NOT BOAST, IT IS NOT PROUD. IT IS NOT
RUDE, IT IS NOT SELF-SEEKING, IT IS NOT EASILY
ANGERED, IT KEEPS NO RECORD OF WRONGS. LOVE
DOES NOT DELIGHT IN EVIL BUT REJOICES WITH THE
TRUTH. IT ALWAYS PROTECTS, ALWAYS TRUSTS,
ALWAYS HOPES, ALWAYS PERSEVERES."
( 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-7 )
So as our Savoir Jesus Christ said, "AS THE FATHER
HAS LOVED ME, SO I HAVE LOVED YOU. NOW REMAIN
IN MY LOVE." ( JOHN 15:9 )
Therefore my friend, remember that you are my Valentine!
For it is written; LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL
YOUR HEART AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL AND WITH ALL
YOUR STRENGTH AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND; AND,
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF. ( Luke 10:27http://www.facebook.com/Beroya-Mission-Centre-Nanyuki/
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