“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?” - 1 John 5:4-5
What are you going to do with this scripture verse?
Do you believe it to be true? Do you honestly believe that God in all of His incredible awesome power and authority is going to limit heaven only to those that believe in Jesus Christ as God’s Son?
Awful close minded of us Christians, to think that our way is the only way. Where is the love for all mankind, and the acceptance of all people – you know that whole love others as you would have them love you. If God is so loving, why wouldn’t He just accept anyone into heaven?
You’ve heard all of this before I’m sure. People struggle with the rigidness and being told you must do it this way. God’s plan of salvation is available to all of mankind, but you know and realize that many will not accept, acknowledge and believe this as the only way. I have heard so many times that so and so is a nice person, loving and kind to everyone. They go out of their way to help the less fortunate and homeless and spend countless hours in nursing homes with the elderly and confined. Yet they do not believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God. Perhaps they believe in Buddha, John Smith, Ghandi or just plain good karma for all I know. The fact that they are kind and loving to others does not fulfill fundamental principal for salvation. This scripture addresses it straight on though.
“Whatever is born of God…”
“he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.”
Evangelism happens one person at a time. Although many times there are multiple people listening, it is God’s use of His children to propagate His message and live out the Great Commission. Taking the truths of God’s word and sharing His love and His truth with another individual. Perhaps that person is your son or daughter, perhaps it is your spouse, your parents and/or other family members. Who is it in your life that is denying the truth of 1 John 5:5? Are you afraid of becoming one of the “Jesus freaks” or a “Holy roller”? Is your pride getting in the way of you sharing the most important information you have ever learned?
If you knew a bridge on a back country road was damaged and impassable, and your daughter was going to be driving out that way tonight, wouldn’t you tell her about the bridge? You would do everything you could to keep her safe and far from harms way. Yet, have you sat and had a discussion with your daughter about the truth of Jesus Christ, and the evil in the world today? You love your child enough to warn them about dangers in the roadways around your city, but not enough to ensure that their name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life.
I used to have a boss that once told me, “If I hear others complaining about how much of a pain you are, I know you are doing your job. It’s when I don’t hear anything that I wonder if you are truly pushing the envelope and pressing hard enough.” If people are uncomfortable with what the Good News is saying, than you know you are speaking to someone who needs to hear it. Take up your sword (the Word of God) and get into the fray. There is no room for benchwarmers in this war. Sitting on the sidelines might have been okay when you were younger, but this world needs to hear the truth of God in a big way, and we are the chosen to communicate that message. I hope someone calls you a “Jesus freak”, that just means you’re pushing the envelope. Preach on my friend.
Do you believe it to be true? Do you honestly believe that God in all of His incredible awesome power and authority is going to limit heaven only to those that believe in Jesus Christ as God’s Son?
Awful close minded of us Christians, to think that our way is the only way. Where is the love for all mankind, and the acceptance of all people – you know that whole love others as you would have them love you. If God is so loving, why wouldn’t He just accept anyone into heaven?
You’ve heard all of this before I’m sure. People struggle with the rigidness and being told you must do it this way. God’s plan of salvation is available to all of mankind, but you know and realize that many will not accept, acknowledge and believe this as the only way. I have heard so many times that so and so is a nice person, loving and kind to everyone. They go out of their way to help the less fortunate and homeless and spend countless hours in nursing homes with the elderly and confined. Yet they do not believe in Jesus Christ as the Son of God. Perhaps they believe in Buddha, John Smith, Ghandi or just plain good karma for all I know. The fact that they are kind and loving to others does not fulfill fundamental principal for salvation. This scripture addresses it straight on though.
“Whatever is born of God…”
“he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.”
Evangelism happens one person at a time. Although many times there are multiple people listening, it is God’s use of His children to propagate His message and live out the Great Commission. Taking the truths of God’s word and sharing His love and His truth with another individual. Perhaps that person is your son or daughter, perhaps it is your spouse, your parents and/or other family members. Who is it in your life that is denying the truth of 1 John 5:5? Are you afraid of becoming one of the “Jesus freaks” or a “Holy roller”? Is your pride getting in the way of you sharing the most important information you have ever learned?
If you knew a bridge on a back country road was damaged and impassable, and your daughter was going to be driving out that way tonight, wouldn’t you tell her about the bridge? You would do everything you could to keep her safe and far from harms way. Yet, have you sat and had a discussion with your daughter about the truth of Jesus Christ, and the evil in the world today? You love your child enough to warn them about dangers in the roadways around your city, but not enough to ensure that their name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life.
I used to have a boss that once told me, “If I hear others complaining about how much of a pain you are, I know you are doing your job. It’s when I don’t hear anything that I wonder if you are truly pushing the envelope and pressing hard enough.” If people are uncomfortable with what the Good News is saying, than you know you are speaking to someone who needs to hear it. Take up your sword (the Word of God) and get into the fray. There is no room for benchwarmers in this war. Sitting on the sidelines might have been okay when you were younger, but this world needs to hear the truth of God in a big way, and we are the chosen to communicate that message. I hope someone calls you a “Jesus freak”, that just means you’re pushing the envelope. Preach on my friend.
PRAYER:Heavenly Father,We take up our position in your great plan and yield the mighty sword of righteousness (Your Word) before all those we come in contact with. Help the right words to be on our lips at the right time, so we might help spread Your love and awareness to the world. Use me Lord to be Your eyes and feet on the street. In Jesus name I pray – Amen
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