THE EASY WAY! – Matthew 7:13 Devotional

by | Sep 2, 2020 | Matthew

Matthew 7:13

“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it.”

There is so much garbage in today’s media that it is often hard to breathe. That is when it is good to rely upon the infallible Word of God to give us a reality check. The most important reality check is that everyone is on the way to an eternal destination. The vital difference is where we are headed.

First and foremost we need to understand that there is heaven to gain and hell to avoid! There are many people who discount the harsh reality of hell. The fact of the matter is that Jesus spoke clearly about the reality of that place of eternal pain and suffering. It is very easy to get there. All that is required is to do nothing.

Jesus came into the world to offer a glorious alternative to the eternal flames of hell. He suffered and died for us to give us an eternal home that is beyond our wildest imagination. The requirement is to be born again and have our name written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. We do not gain access to heaven by trying to be good, but by being covered by the blood of Jesus. He came to shed his blood to cover our sinful nature. I beg you not to take the broad and easy way that leads to eternal damnation, but choose God’s way that leads to life beyond imagination.

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

 – – Pastor Cecil  

ALL FOR HIM! – Galatians 2:20 Devotional

by | Sep 1, 2020 | Galatians

Galatians 2:20

“I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”

Pride is not ever pretty. When we consider the prayer requests offered, the vast majority seem to be self-centered.  Even the lyrics of spiritual songs and poems focus more upon ourselves rather than upon the Lord.

I recall hearing about a pastor who had delivered a powerful sermon on the danger of pride and the need for his congregation to seek after the same humility which Jesus demonstrated.  After the service he stood at the door greeting people as they left.  One little lady stopped and said, “Oh, Pastor, I am so glad you preached that sermon this morning.  I do not have many qualities that I can pride myself on, but humility is one of them.”  He went home shaking his head and muttering to himself.

As Christians we need to modify our definition of self-acceptance. The definition of self-acceptance is to recognize that God has created us with certain unchangeable characteristics that may be used for his honor and glory. It is not what’s in it for me, but what’s in it for Him!

Blessings dear hearts.  May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!

– – – Pastor Cecil

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