"GOD'S Message to You"

 

After being a Christian for well over 30 years; I've heard many messages. But you will never hear a greater message than the one contained in this post - GOD's Message - to you.

The Bible Declares. . .

1. ALL HAVE SINNED

"For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of GOD;" Romans 3:23.

"The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?" Jeremiah 17:9.

"All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on HIM the iniquity of us all." Isaiah 53:6.

The Bible Declares. . .

2. SIN'S PENALTY

"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of GOD is eternal life through JESUS CHRIST our LORD." Romans 6:23.

"And Death and Hell were cast into the Lake of Fire. This is the second death." Revelation 20:14.

The Bible Declares. . .

3. SIN'S PENALTY WAS PAID

"But GOD commendeth HIS love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, CHRIST died for us."  Romans 5:8.

"For CHRIST also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that HE might bring us to GOD, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the SPIRIT:" 1st.Peter 3:18.

"Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the Gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; by which also ye are saved, . .For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that CHRIST died for our sins according to the Scriptures; and that HE was buried, and that HE rose again the third day according to the Scriptures:" 1st.Corinthians 15:1-2a,3-4.

The Bible Declares. . .

4. WE MUST REPENT (A turning to GOD from your sin)

"For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of but the sorrow of the world worketh death." (2nd.Corinthians 7:10).

"Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts and let him return unto the LORD, and HE will have mercy upon him, and to our GOD, for HE will abundantly pardon." Isaiah 53:7.

The Bible Declares. . .

5. WE MUST RECEIVE CHRIST

"But as many as received him, to them gave HE power to become the sons of GOD, even to them that believe on HIS name."  John 1:12.

We need to exercise our faith by receiving JESUS as our personal LORD and SAVIOR. Faith and repentance (a turning to GOD from your sin) are both necessary for salvation.

The Bible Declares. . .

6. YOU CAN BE SAVED TODAY, IF YOU WANT TO BE

"That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the LORD JESUS, and shalt believe in thine heart that GOD hath raised HIM from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Romans 10:9.

"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the LORD shall be saved." Romans 10:13.

GOD LOVES YOU AND WANTS

YOU TO EXPERIENCE PEACE

AND ETERNITY IN HEAVEN

WITH HIM.

I hope you noticed the caption at the top of this post that read "GOD's Message to You." Scripture is GOD's WORD - HIS message to us - and not our "theory." We pray that after reading these six thoughts from GOD's WORD that you believe the message GOD has given us. HE gives free pardon of sin, and a "know-so" salvation. You don't have to hope that GOD will save you or hope that someday you will go to Heaven. The Bible says in 1st.John 5:13, "These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the SON of GOD, that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the SON of GOD."

Do you know where you're going when you die ?

WHAT YOU MUST DO:

1. Admit your need of a SAVIOR (I am a sinner).

2. Be willing to turn to GOD from your sin (repentance).

3. Believe that JESUS CHRIST died on the cross and rose again for you.

4. Through prayer, invite JESUS to come into your heart and life (receive HIM as your personal LORD and SAVIOR).

If you would be willing to turn to CHRIST In repentance and faith, pray this simple prayer of salvation:

LORD, I know that I am a sinner, and I believe YOU died and rose again for me. I am trusting YOU to forgive me. Come into my heart and save me. Help me to live for you always. In JESUS' name I pray, AMEN.

I hope that the above post has moved you to repentance and faith in JESUS CHRIST right now, before it is too late. GOD's WORD tells us in 2nd.Corinthians 6:2b, "Behold, Now is the accepted time; Behold, Now is the day of salvation." No one is promised any more time than the moment you are now living. Receive CHRIST today !

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"How THANKFUL Are You ?"

 

2nd.Timothy 3:1-2 "This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,"

     The wicked spirit of the age sadly has affected not only the unregenerate world but, far too often, even the hearts of Christians. In today's text, one of the evidences of "the last days" is unthankfulness. The apostle's command in Colossians 3:15 is "be ye thankful," and Paul repeats the same admonition in other verses in this epistle as well: "Do all in the name of the LORD JESUS, giving thanks to GOD and the FATHER by HIM" (Colossians 3:17); "giving thanks unto the FATHER. . ." (Colossians 1:12). The Old Testament likewise directs the believer to have a spirit of thankfulness. Psalm 100:4 exhorts the reader to "enter into [GOD's] gates with thanksgiving, and into HIS courts with praise: be thankful unto HIM, and bless HIS name." The prophet Jonah declared, "But I will sacrifice unto THEE with the voice of thanksgiving. .." (Jonah 2:9 pictured above).

     If we nurture a spirit of thanksgiving toward our heavenly FATHER, it will help to foster in us a spirit of appreciation toward others as well when they have gifted us or encouraged us or dealt with us in kindness. Indeed, we will learn to be thankful for even the simplest things in life, recognizing that all that we are or have comes from GOD and is often ministered to us through other people. Let us heed the LORD's calls to thankfulness and not join the spirit of the age, which leads to ingratitude. Allow the HOLY SPIRIT to work in your heart and challenge you to be thankful. "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto GOD" (Philippians 4:6 pictured above). "In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of GOD in CHRIST JESUS concerning you" (1st.Thessalonians 5:18). How thankful are you ? JED

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"REAL Contentment"

 

1st.Timothy 6:1-8 " Let as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honor, that the name of GOD and HIS doctrine be not blasphemed. And they that have believing masters, let them not despise them, because they are brethren; but rather do them service, because they are faithful and beloved, partakers of the benefit. These things teach and exhort. If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the WORDs of our LORD JESUS CHRIST, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strife's of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmising's, perverse disputing's of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself. But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment let us be therewith content."

     Many today fall short of the LORD's will concerning the area of contentment. They find themselves in company with those described in verse five -- "supposing that gain is godliness" -- rather than joining the faithful few who recognize the truth of verse six (pictured above) "But godliness with contentment is great gain." This "great gain" is a value that GOD, not man, places upon SPIRIT-wrought godliness. The false charismatic teaching that health, wealth, and prosperity are always GOD's will for the believer has crept into even some fundamental churches. Many fail to distinguish the earthly, temporal blessings promised to Israel under the Law from the spiritual blessings the LORD provides to all who are IN CHRIST JESUS in this present dispensation.

     No person without CHRIST can ever find true satisfaction, and no Christian who is more interested in his own comfort than in perfect submission to the will of GOD can experience the genuine contentment the LORD provides for all who walk by faith, not by sight. Believers must realize that favorable circumstances alone do not yield happiness and that every child of GOD can experience sincere joy even amid the most difficult conditions and in the deepest trials. Authentic satisfaction in life depends upon simple faith in the many great and precious promises of GOD. We will know heartfelt gladness when our complete confidence is in the truth of Romans 8:28 (pictured above) --that GOD will work out HIS purpose in us for our good. It is a mistake to follow the way of the world, which seeks gratification in all the wrong places. May we remember that contentment is guaranteed to the believer who yields to the HOLY SPIRIT rather than the flesh. MHR

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"Do We Even Care ?"

 

Ezekiel 9:1-11 "HE cried also in mine ears with a loud voice, saying, Cause them that have charge over the city to draw near, even every man with his destroying weapon in his hand. And behold, six men came from the way of the higher gate, which lieth toward the north, and every man a slaughter weapon in his hand; and one man among them was clothed with linen, with a writer's inkhorn by his side; and they went in, and stood beside the brazen altar. And the glory of the GOD of Israel was gone up from the cherub, whereupon HE was, to the threshold of the house. And HE called to the man clothed with linen, which had the writer's inkhorn by his side; and the LORD said unto him, Go through the midst of the city, through the midst of Jerusalem, and set a mark upon the foreheads of the men that sigh and that cry for all the abominations that be done in the midst thereof.

And to the others HE said in mine hearing. Go ye after him through the city, and smite: let not your eye spare, neither have ye pity; slay utterly old and young, both maids, and little children, and women: but come not near any man upon whom is the mark: and begin at MY sanctuary. Then they began at the ancient men which were before the house. And HE said unto them. Defile the house, and fill the courts with the slain: go ye forth. And they went forth, and slew in the city

And it came to pass, while they were slaying them, and I was left, that I fell upon my face and cried, and said, Ah, LORD GOD ! wilt THOU destroy all the residue of Israel in THY pouring out of THY fury upon Jerusalem ? Then said HE unto me. The iniquity of the house of Israel and Judah is exceeding great, and the land is full of blood, and the city full of perverseness: for they say, The LORD hath forsaken the Earth, and the LORD seeth not. And as for ME also, MINE eye shall not spare, neither will I have pity, but I will recompense their way upon their head. And, behold, the man clothed with linen, which had the inkhorn by his side, reported the matter, saying, I have done as thou hast commanded me."

     In this portion of Ezekiel's vision, the prophet sees GOD's judgment poured out upon all in Jerusalem who were linked to the "image of jealousy" discussed in chapter eight. The just and righteous indignation of the LORD had been ignited. Today's text emphasizes an important element of GOD justice that we often overlook - not only were all who actually committed the abominations guilty in HIS eyes, but those who took a neutral stance concerning the wickedness in the land were culpable as well. In other words, the inhabitants of Jerusalem who did not perform the sins being committed by the elders but who were unbothered by these abominations were just as guilty of spiritual infidelity. The LORD distinguished between those who were concerned about the ever-growing apostasy and those who were spiritually apathetic, and HE spared the individuals who lamented over Judah's spiritual condition (vv.4-6).

     What about us ? Do we really care whether or not the truth of GOD's WORD is compromised and trampled underfoot by false teachers and their followers ? Are we grieved over the fact that multitudes are being deceived by the ecumenical movement, the charismatic movement, Catholicism, and the myriads of cults ? It should break our heart that deluded multitudes are facing eternity with a false hope that will condemn them to a Devil's Hell. When truth is compromised, indifference is unacceptable. GOD told Ezekiel to sound a warning: "Prophesy against them, prophesy, O son of man" (Ezekiel 11:4 pictured above). We cannot be silent when the righteous will of an all-Holy GOD is cast aside for worldly, man-centered "religious" efforts. The souls of men, women, and children are at stake ! Do we even care ? DWC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"GOD Loves You"

 

"For GOD so loved the world, 

that HE gave HIS only begotten SON,

that whosoever believeth in HIM should

not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

     This great Bible verse reveals four truths from the heart of GOD for all people.

We are loved.

     GOD wants us to know that we are loved. The LORD JESUS said, "For GOD so loved the world. . ." You are part of this world, and GOD loves you. HE gave HIS SON for you, and HE wants you ". . .to know the love of CHRIST. . ." (Ephesians 3:19).

We are of worth.

     The LORD also wants us to know that we are of worth. We are so dear to GOD ". . .that HE gave HIS only begotten SON. . ." The Bible teaches us that we are all sinners. "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of GOD" (Romans 3:23). And sin must be paid for. "For the wages of sin is death. . ." (Romans 6:23a).

     But the Bible also teaches us that ". . .CHRIST died for our sins according to the scriptures" (1st.Corinthians 15:3). GOD demonstrated HIS love for us and our worth to HIM when HE sent HIS SON to die in our place. The good news is that the LORD JESUS paid our sin debt in full when HE died on the cross. "For HE hath made HIM to be sin for us. . ." (2nd.Corinthians 5:21). CHRIST loved us and gave HIMSELF for us as payment for our sin.

     You may ask, "How can GOD forgive my sin ?" HE can because of what JESUS did. ". . .While we were yet sinners, CHRIST died for us" (Romans 5:8).

We can have hope.

     GOD wants us to know that we can have hope. HE said ". . .that whosoever believeth on HIM should not perish. . ." Life is fragile, and people are perishing. But CHRIST came ". . .that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly" (John 10:10).

     In a world where so many have lost hope, GOD wants us to know that the ". . .LORD JESUS CHRIST. . .is our hope" (1st.Timothy 1:1). HE rose from the dead, and HE said, ". . .Because I live, ye shall live also" (John 14:19).

We can have purpose.

     GOD wants us to know that we can have purpose in life. HE desires that we ". . .should not perish, but have everlasting life."

     "And this is the promise that HE hath promised us, even eternal life" (1st.John 2:25). You may ask, "How can I receive GOD's promise of eternal life ?"

Acknowledge that you are a sinner, "for all have sinned, and come short of the glory of GOD" (Romans 3:23).

Believe that the LORD JESUS died for you, for "CHRIST died for our sins according to the scriptures" (1st.Corinthians 15:3).

Call upon the LORD to save you, "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the LORD shall be saved" (Romans 10:13).

     If you would be willing to turn to CHRIST in repentance and faith, pray this simple prayer of salvation:

LORD, I know that I am a sinner, and I believe YOU died and rose again for me. I am trusting YOU to forgive me. Come into my heart and save me. Help me to live for YOU always. In JESUS' name I pray, AMEN.

     The LORD JESUS said, ". . .I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish. . ." (John 10:28). Everlasting life is ours when we receive CHRIST as our personal SAVIOR.

Now that you're a Christian:

* Share your new-found faith with your family and friends (Acts 16:31-33).

* Identify with CHRIST through believer's baptism and become part of a local Bible-believing church (Acts 2:41,47).

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

GULF COAST 

BAPTIST CHURCH

312 SE 24th Avenue

Cape Coral, FL  33990

(239) 574-1000

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Pastor, Emeritus Tom Sexton

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"Dig in the Wall"

 

Ezekiel 8:7-12 "And HE brought me to the door of the court; and when I looked, behold a hole in the wall. Then said HE unto me, Son of man, dig now in the wall: and when I had digged in the wall, behold a door. And He said unto me, Go in, and behold the wicked abominations that they do here. So I went in and saw; and behold every form of creeping things, and abominable beasts, and all the idols of the house of Israel, portrayed upon the wall round about. And there stood before them seventy men of the ancients of the house of Israel, and in the midst of them stood Jaazaniah the son of Shaphan, with every man his censer in his hand; and a thick cloud of incense went up Then said HE unto me, Son of man, hast thou seen what the ancients of the house of Israel do in the dark, every man in the chambers of his imagery ? for they say, The LORD seeth us not; the LORD hath forsaken the Earth."

     In today's text, the LORD told Ezekiel to dig in the wall so he could get a good look at what was happening behind the closed doors of the sanctuary (vv.7-8). As he looked, he beheld "wicked abominations" (v.9). GOD wanted HIS faithful prophet to get the cold, hard facts regarding the apostasy that was plaguing Judah. Many religious leaders of our day are equally guilty of committing spiritual wickedness behind closed doors. They conspire to forge alliances and strategies leading their followers into paths of compromise that are certain to bring GOD's displeasure.

     We are to scripturally rebuke any "minister" or Christian leader who abandons obedience to the WORD of GOD in an effort to gain a larger following or who builds a ministry in which doctrinal purity is sacrificed for the sake of inclusiveness. The prophet Ezekiel is an excellent example of a faithful watchman who ferreted out the facts and then exposed the evildoers for who they truly were. Although these apostate elders whom Ezekiel exposed were busy performing religious exercises, "with every man his censer in his hand" (v.11), the cloud of incense that rose toward heaven carried a foul stench to the nostrils of the ALMIGHTY. Pagan idolatry and flagrant unbelief (v.12) replaced the devotion that was due the one true GOD. Christian, do not be deceived by the religious notables who have big ideas but very little concern for fidelity to the truth of GOD's unalterable WORD. It is our GOD-given responsibility to test every ministry and movement in this current age by the divine Standard. Dig in the wall and see what is going on inside. If it does not conform to GOD's WORD, then sound the alarm ! DWC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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"The Dart of Double-Mindedness"

Satan's Destructive Dart Series - James 1:8 "A double minded man is unstable in all his ways."

     Satan frequently shoots the dart of double-mindedness in his attacks against us. The underlying Greek word translated "double minded" (v.8) denotes being "unstable" or "undetermined." It means "vacillating in opinion or purpose." Someone has noted: "A double-minded person so lacks conviction in their beliefs that they are found to often change loyalties or ideas, depending on who they are with, desiring to influence or wanting to show allegiance to or have association with. The double minded man is actually dishonest with themselves and others and appears to use truth and lies in whatever situation to benefit themselves in some way. The person is filled with hypocrisy. When we are "double-minded" spiritually speaking, it means we are trying to have the best of both worlds. Part of us says we love GOD and desire HIS best, but another part of us loves the world and wants to satisfy the flesh. JESUS made it clear that this scenario is impossible (Matthew 6:24 pictured above). Satan wants you to claim one.

     If you are truly a follower of CHRIST today, you need to make up your mind -- decide your real priorities and live those out on the inside as well as the outside. You need to love JESUS and HIS truth. You need to commit to living a life that brings glory to HIM rather than yourself. It is interesting to note that in James 1:8 (part of the picture above); we are told that a "double-minded man is unstable in all his ways," and the context here centers around faith. You see, it is with the shield of faith that we quench this dart of double-mindedness. MDC

Your servant in CHRIST,

Julie

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