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Back to the Bible

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I once read a shocking article about a Princeton University professor of bio-ethics. The article said this Prof believes “parents should have the right to euthanize newborn children who have severe handicaps.” Did you catch that? He said, “Killing a defective infant is not morally equivalent to killing a person.” Talk about depravity – that is murder!

So how do you and I respond to this kind of blatant sinfulness? I believe we must get back to the Bible! Billy Graham once said, “Its either back to the Bible or back to the jungle.” The jungle, a world of moral chaos, is creeping up on us. But, the Word of God holds truth and power to transform lives!

Hebrews 4 tells us, “The word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit.”

So dont be discouraged! Instead, dive into the Scriptures, and encourage your friends to open the Word of God, and seek out the truth for themselves. Why not challenge someone you know to read the book of John, and discuss it over coffee? Ask the Holy Spirit to penetrate their heart with the message of forgiveness, and eternal life, through the cross of Christ.

Love His Appearing

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Do you know what it means to love the appearing of Jesus? The apostle Paul, in 2nd Timothy, says we are waiting for the crown that Jesus will give to all “who love His appearing.”

The appearing is when Jesus will come back to earth, to take all believers to Heaven with Him. So to love Christs return means to long for it, to talk about it, and to tell others about it.

Now, no one knows exactly when Jesus is returning. So it may be easy to become a bit lazy about loving His return. But, you also dont know when your own life will end. It could be any day. And when that happens, youll be held accountable for your thoughts, words, and actions. The question is: When our time on earth is done, will we be found faithful to Jesus Christ?

We dont have time to make excuses. Lets you and I make the most of every day we have here on earth by spreading the Good News. Theres no doubt about it, Jesus is coming back, and He wants to take as many people as possible with Him to Heaven. Thats why He calls us to share His love with people in our world.

Remember, its the enduring message of the cross, resurrection, and power of Jesus that changes people forever.

Serving God 100%

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When I was in Australia a few years ago, I met Milton Morris, a member of the Australian Parliament. We were at a luncheon together and Mr. Morris said these words that Ill never forget: “Being one hundred percent for Christ is so much better than fifty percent!”

Its a simple statement, but I thought, How true! One hundred percent is the only way to live for Jesus Christ. Its the only way to experience the wonderful life He has for you and me. And its the only way to witness to our world about His glorious power, and His plan for mankind.

So what does it look like to live for Jesus 100%? The Bible says his servants shall serve the Lord with zeal. Second Peter tells us to “be zealous, be committed.” And you can serve Christ like this no matter who you are, or what you do.

You can serve Him as a teacher, a businessman, a housewife, a student, or a truck driver. Whatever you do, you can serve the Lord Jesus by being fervently committed to sharing His Good News.

Gods number one plan for reaching the world is through you and me! So why not make a fresh decision today? Commit yourself to serve Him with zeal – nothing less than 100%! And then watch God work through you to change your world – one heart at a time.

Jenny’s Story

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There is power in stories, isnt there? We love stories. We read them in books and articles and watch them on tv shows and movies. Let me tell you one story about a girl named Jenny.

When Jenny was a teenager, she and her boyfriend were playing around with witchcraft. A seance said they would die in a car crash. Just as predicted, Jenny was in a car crash a little while later, but she didnt die! God saved her life! God had other plans for her!

Soon after that happened, I was in Australia speaking in conjunction with Billy Grahams crusade. At one of the affinity events, God changed Jennys heart and she surrendered her life to Jesus. Jenny then told her boyfriend about what God had done in her life. He gave his life to Jesus too and now they are totally different! God changed them! Now they are Christian leaders and evangelists! What a powerful story!

Whats your story? You may not think its as exciting or glamorous as Jennys. But, that doesnt matter. God gave you a story too and He wants you to share it! The Bible encourages us to tell others what God has done in our lives. Tell someone today what He has done for you! All it takes is a simple story – and you have one!

Safrin’s Story

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Stories are powerful and can remind us of the bigger picture. You see, if we didnt share our stories with each other, we would not know what God is doing in other peoples lives.

But, since God designed us for relationships with people, He means for us to share whats going on in our lives and tell others how God is working.

Safrins story reminded me of Gods protection. Before she came to the Festival in Omaha this past summer, she knew her life needed to change. The day before the festival, she got a loud wakeup call.

The windows of Safrins car were shot out! She said, “By the grace of God, my life was spared in the gunfire.” But thats not all! She said the incident made her realize there really IS a God. She came to the Festival and rededicated her life to Jesus Christ!

Isnt that exciting! As the Psalms in the Bible declare, God is mightily protecting us. All it takes is one persons story to remind us of His protection.

Would you be so bold as to share YOUR story with someone today? Even if it doesnt seem interesting to you, you never know how God will use it. Your story might be just what someone needs to be reminded of Gods power and presence.