"Welcome to the Lighthouse Baptist Church Vacation Bible School 2010 Big Top Circus!!!" The Ringleader's opening annoucement echoes as only a memory now. As I begin to reflect on last week's Vacation Bible School I am comforted in knowing Jesus Christ IS God, loves each of us unconditionally, came to this earth to die for our sins and the sins of the whole world.
As I sat eating popcorn and sno-cones, watching the strong man, lion tamer, clowns, illusionist, unicycling bear, man on stilts, caged 'beast', the faces of children and all the wonderful exciting things around me; it was easy to see God's Love for us through it all.
Our Pastor stood and shared God's Love each night and, once again, the Gospel Message became so real to me. Not only is the Gospel message the way to Heaven, it is an encouragement that sin has been defeated and reassurance of our home in Heaven. The Gospel Message is not only the method in which God has chosen to save lost souls, but also one that continually reassures, encourages and soothes.
Sometimes, I feel like one of those clumsy, shy clowns as I try to live a life for GOD, tripping and stumbling, stuttering and stammering. Like "Dipstick" the clown at VBS who was overcome by the APE and ended up making him do tricks, I feel the devil often "takes over", makes me jump through hoops and puts fear in me so that I am not very good in furthering God's Kingdom. I really do want to be a clown for Jesus and share the way of eternal life... HE is the answer!Today I want to share the BIBLE WAY (the only True way) to eternal salvation. My hearts prayer is that you will trust Christ today.
The first step to salvation is to realize that we are all sinners.
As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:Romans 3:10
For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;Romans 3:23
I mean, who hasn't sinned? Ever told a lie? stolen anything (yes, cookies from mom's cookie jar count)? Of course, we all have sinned!
Next, you must know that because of sin there must be a price paid:
For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.Romans 6:23
God being a Just God, must punish sin.
This price can be paid by you with an eternity in Hell, or you can accept that Jesus Christ paid for your sin by suffering death on a cross:
But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.Romans 5:8
To accept Jesus’ payment for your sin simply call on His name and ask Him to forgive your sins and save you. Yes it is that easy... we tend to like to complicate things, but God has made it so simple!
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. [10] For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. [11] For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. [12] For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. [13] For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.Romans 10:9-13
If you are ready to accept Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour, take time right now to pray, confessing your sin and asking Him to save you.
When you accept Jesus, He is faithful to do what He said He would - He forgives you and saves you.
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.1 John 5:13
If you have read this and come to know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour please take the time to send a comment to give God the Glory that He deserves!
"Dear Lord, thank you for your Perfect Plan. You know that my heart is so full today as I realize that over 40 souls were kept from eternal fires of Hell. You also know that I am sad to think that there are so many that have not heard, or will not hear, or even worse, have heard, but continue to reject You. I pray that your Holy spirit will draw souls to this blog that would like to accept you and your FREE pardon of sin today and you would honor your Word that says "All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out." John 6:37 You are an awesome wonderful God and I love you! Thank you for loving us. Help me to stay on my knees, seeking your help in leading the Cross Driven life."
"....I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth." Luke 15:10
What can wash away my sin?
Nothing but the blood of Jesus;
What can make me whole again?
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Oh! precious is the flow
That makes me white as snow;
No other fount I know,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
For my pardon, this I see,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus;
For my cleansing this my plea,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Nothing can for sin atone,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus;
Naught of good that I have done,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
This is all my hope and peace,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus;
This is all my righteousness,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Now by this I’ll overcome—
Nothing but the blood of Jesus,
Now by this I’ll reach my home—
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
Glory! Glory! This I sing—
Nothing but the blood of Jesus,
All my praise for this I bring—
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
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