New Year With A New Life

Colossians 3:15 "And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful".(read 15-17)

When a new life enters the world, a new heart enters the world. There is no life apart from a heart, a new life necessitates a new heart. When we become a new, born another, along with that new birth come a new heart. See the new man, must have a new heart ruled by the peace of God. He is to let Christ, the peace of God rule in all things and differences. The word "peace", means to be bound, joined, and weaved together. It means to be assured, confident and secure in the love and care of God. It is to know that God will take care of us no matter what the problem or circumstance, to know that God will not allow anything to swamp or defeat us. But we must realize this peace lies in Christ and Christ alone, and we cannot know this peace unless and until we know and accept Christ in our new heart. It says "let the peace of God rule", this is a command and we must be obedient in order to experience this peace.
 

This new heart must also be rich with the word of Christ, we are to let the word of Christ dwell in our hearts. The choice is up to the believer, the word of Christ does not naturally dwell in our hearts. Here the word  "dwell", means to make a home, to abide or live within. We must make room within our heart for the word of Christ. We must let the word enter our hearts and be at home and make a home there. Christ word must furnish our hearts with all the wealth of its commandments, and promises, instructions and warnings. This will give us a heart of service unto the Lord. As the new man is a servant, he now will have the heart of a servant, he will become a cheerful giver, a willing worker, and a faithful servant unto the Lord. All that is done is done for the glory of the Lord, the spreading of the gospel and the building of His kingdom.

 

Jesus said you don't put new wine in old skins,so we can't put this new spirit into the old heart.This is the new heart,filled with a new spirit, that goes with our new life in Christ

Our Father Hears Our Cries

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

Many say " I love the Lord He heard my cry", and the truth is He did hear the cry of mankind. Genesis 4:26 says "then man begin to call upon the name of the Lord", and God heard the cry of man. God loves us and a contrite heart He cannot refuse, we just need to call on Him.

The word of God says whosoever calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, will you call upon Him. He can save you from any and all situations. He has not turned away from the cries of His people and all souls belong to Him. His mercy endures forever, and He is an ever present help in your time of trouble. Sometimes I think we (man), just don't realize how important we are to God, but remember while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. He died that we might live and not just live, but have an abundant life.

Will you call on the name of the Lord? He stands at the door of your heart knocking, will you let Him in. Today is the acceptable day of salvation harden not your hearts. Jesus died on a cross, rose the third day morning that your sin and mine be forgiven, call on the name of the Lord and be saved.

Christ Is Born

Luke 2:11" For unto you is born this day in the city of David, A savior, which is Christ the Lord".

Have you given birth to Christ in your life? With all of the commercialization of Christmas, have you come to the realization that you need a savior? With the worries and worldly cares about what is under the tree, have you taken to heart the most wonderful gift that was born to hang on the tree?

Jesus the Christ, the infant Lord who was born Savior of the world. Who was rejected by the inn keeper, hunted by a king, and received joyfully by Anna and Simione, is still being presented to all today. The good news about Christ is being proclaimed as we read this message. We each have the same choice that was available back then. We can like the inn keeper have no room for a savior. We can be like the king and try to kill the savior, not wanting him to enter in and make changes to who we are. Then we can be like Anna and Simione, who prayed not to see death, until they saw the salvation of the Lord for themselves. They heard about it but they prayed to see it.

We should not want to see death without seeing our salvation. Hearing about it is great, but we must pray not to see death until we see it for ourselves. Let us not kill him off., let us make room in for him in our life. Receive Him in our hearts, and share him with a dying world........Merry Christmas

Down At The Cross!

Galatians 6:14"But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world".

It is a subject of rejoicing and glorying that we have such a Savior. The world looked upon Him with contempt, and the cross was a stumbling-block to the Jew and folly to the Greek. But to the Christian, that cross is the subject of glorying. The place where I first saw the light. It is so because; of the love of Him who suffered there; of the purity and holiness of his character, for the innocent died there for the guilty; of the honor there put on the law of God by his dying; of the reconciliation there made for sin; of the pardon there procured for the guilty; of the fact that through it we become dead to the world and are made alive unto God; of the fact that it purchased us admission into Heaven, a title to the world of glory.

 

 All is glory around the cross. It was a glorious Savior who died; it was glorious love that led him to die; it was a glorious object to redeem a world; and it is unspeakable glory to which he will raise lost and ruined sinners to have life by his death. Who would not glory in such a Savior. If you have not yet found out that Christ crucified is the foundation of the whole volume, you haven't been studying God's word. Your religion is a one without a foundation of truth, like a lamp without light, you will be left in darkness, and your religion will not deliver your soul from Hell. Don't get hung up on the traditions of man and his religious ritual, and miss the glory on the cross. The glory of the cross is that it was not only to Jesus the path to life, but that each moment it can become to us the power that destroys sin and death, and keep us in the power of the eternal life. Faith in the power of Jesus dying on the cross and His victory over sin and death, will daily kill off the deeds of the body, and the lust of the flesh.
 

Look at the glory on the cross; Christ crucified,as he accepted for us the wage paid by sin. The world was crucified, as he took on the sins of the world, like a felon executed upon the cross, its character condemned, its judgments condemned, its teachings despised, its treasures, pleasures, joys and toys all rejected by the Savior as is the glory of the cross. The believer crucified, as we by faith accept the death of the Savior and walk in a newness of life." Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin". (Rom.6:6) Let us glory in the light seen at the cross.

Real Love

1John 4:8 He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love

The standard of love goes beyond what we might feel we should do, it is what Jesus teaches us to do. The prime example of giving and forgiving is seen in our heavenly Father, who showed kindness to all the world as he gave his only begotten son to die for the sin of man. This is the love we must show to others that they might see the glory of the Lord.

Jesus said if you love me keep my commandments.  Now even though we profess to be able to do all things through Christ who strengthens us, when it comes to keeping Jesus commandments we often fall  short. But He is a forgiving and a giving God. His purpose for our life has become our main focus. He told us to take His yoke for it is easy, and his burdens are light. His commandments are to Love God and to love each other. He is so giving that He gives us the strength to do what it is He commands . We must be careful not to put more love, care and preparation in our stuff than we do our savior. He has not only forgiven our sin, but he has also given us the strength to obey His  commandments.

Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Jesus is the way of love, the truth of what love is, and the life of love we are to live. Let us walk and communicate that love to a lost and dying world, that they may come to know the person and way of love

It's About Jesus

Philippians 2:21 "For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's".

The word of God tells us this life we now live in the flesh, we now live through Christ, it is not us who live but He now lives through us. We have no say so as what we will or will not do. We are His servant, He is the master we are His bond servants. It is not about our will, our wants or even who we are. It is not about our salvation but the Savior who saved us all.

All souls belong to the Lord, and we are told to compel all to come to the Lord. It is not up to us who is or is not worthy to hear the good news. Jesus said go out and proclaim it to ever creature.Just like we don't know who is going to hell,we also don't know who is going to heaven,regardless of how many tickets they have in their hand.Jesus told us to proclaim the gospel to every creature.It is not our church,or even our ministry,we are just ministers in the ministry of Christ. We are members of the Church of the living God.Jesus said" upon this rock I build MY Church", not your church or your ministry.We don't even have a say as to where in the body we want to be,for He says "God has placed each member,everyone of them in the body where it pleased Him".

When and only when we truly come to realize this is about Christ and Him crucified,when we come to the knowledge that God didn't leave any part of salvation up to us for He said "you didn't choose me,I chose you",cause we didn't have enough since to choose Jesus, we said give me Barabas.But we were chosen for His will,out of His goodness and to serve His purpose.So let us remember the true JOY of salvation "Jesus-Others-Yourself",and let us stand united as the redeemed of the Lord say so.

In Him I Trust

Nahum 1:7 "The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him".

The safest place in the whole wide world is in the will of God. The only place of safety in this world is in God. The Bible speaks of a great fortress which the righteous run to and is safe. A strong tower, a place of refuge for the children of God

Do you truly trust in the Lord? Now I am not talking about saying you trust Him , but do you live in your trust of Him? Does the trials and tribulations of life cause you to seek comfort in things of this world?  Do you look to things and people or do you look to God in your day of trouble. We say the Lord is our shepherd, but sometimes we live as though God don't know our needs, concerns, and troubles. Don't you know God cannot lie: His word tells us He will supply our every need; that He will never leave us nor forsake us. He tells us to take no thought for tomorrow, yet we live in fear of trouble, of lack, and the uncertainties of this world.


We have no idea what tomorrow will bring, but we should trust in Him who will bring tomorrow. God knows all, and He knows those that are His. He sees all that is before us and we must trust that it is alright already. Trust In Jesus He will never fail.

Worry Free Living

1Peter 5:7 "Casting all your care upon him;for he careth for you."

Anxiety runs high in this country, and Jesus gave us several reasons why, and what to do about this sickness of mind. In Matt.(6:25-34),Jesus warns against being so preoccupied with material needs that the will of God is ignored. His response to worry is don't do it. It is directly opposite of believing in faith that God will always come through. Worrying indicates a lack of trust in God. To work so hard for the material things of this world leaves no room for a display of God's miraculous hand in the lives of the believers.

In addressing peoples worries, Jesus was really addressing their lack of faith. Jesus says to the worrier," take a look around ". The birds and the flowers are all taken care of  by God. Have any of you ever seen a bird in a mental health hospital suffering from a panic attack? Jesus died for man not for animals and vegetation, so take no thought. Jesus points out that a person's value is greater than that of a bird or a flower, so we must have faith that God is at work on our behalf. Beside worrying doesn't add to ones life, it doesn't make you taller nor will you live longer. Instead of working for, and worrying about material things, Jesus encourages His children to busy themselves with activities to build up God's kingdom on earth. We must have a hunger for righteousness and close living with God. If that is the focus of our daily action, we will never worry obsessively about the things of this world, for we will trust that God will provide our every need.

We are told through out Gods word to trust in Him in everything. Paul says to worry about nothing, but to bring everything to God in grateful prayer. When believers do this, God gives us a peace that is beyond all understanding. So let us cast all our cares upon Him, for He cares for us, and he will provide our every need. After all the Lord is our shepherd, He will provide our every need.

Be Thankful; God Is Good

Numbers 11:1" And when the people complained, it displeased the Lord:and the Lord heard it; and His anger was kindled; and the fire of the Lord burnt among them,and consumed them that were in the uttermost parts of the camp".

Behold how easy mischief begins among the mixed multitude, the church goer and the Christian. The great danger of the church lies in her congregation, the casual followers, they actually infect the true believer. Grumbling, discontentment, ungrateful complaining, these are grievous offences against our gracious God. God is displeased with a dissatisfied spirit, like us with an ungrateful, and unthankful child. There is an evil lust which accompanies our complaining, a covetousness, an ungrateful spirit  which says" God you have made a mistake I would have done things different".  God is absolutely always in control. For we deserved to be dead yet the Lord through his mercy and grace gives us life. He has blessed us with eternal life, feeding us bread of heaven and yet we complain that we are not living like we were when we were lost in darkness.

 

Murmuring is quarreling with God, and making a verbal attack against Him. The children of Isreal murmured and said, that God had not dealt well with them, that they deserved better than what he had given them.When we complain about where we are and what we have or don't have we to are telling God that he could do better, like we have been so good. God will not withhold any good thing from us, but he can't bless us with them until we are ready to receive them. Jesus has saved us from sin but we still have a sinners nature, we still think like sinners, and God is still working on us. He is creating in us a new nature, blessing us with the mind of Christ, and only he knows what we need to complete this great work he has started. If we are selfish with the little things how can he bless us with the big things. If we are to tired to clean and care for the little apartment why would he burden us with a big house. It is when you've been faithful over the little things, that he will make you ruler over the many.

The murmurer charged God with folly,implying God might have a need to be wiser and a better God. They had manna,but complained they had no meat, but then was still not satisfied when they were given meat..Let us not complain and be content, for God's word says" contentment with God is great gain".

Jesus Is The Answer

Matthew 6:33 "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
   

We are living in very uncertain times. These days it is very hard for one to plan ahead, we have people in Washington who can't seems to come together on what is best for the American people. One side pulling this way and the other side pulling that way, and we are left in the middle full of doubt and uncertainties. We just don't know, will we have a job, can we pay the bills, will we have a place to live, what will we eat and what shall we wear. We just don't know what we should do, yes  these are some tough times. But we have comfort in God's word. He says "take no thought", don't wrap yourself in the cares of this world. Take no thought for what you will eat, or wear for your Father in heaven knows you have need of these things. Take no thought for tomorrow for tomorrow will take care of itself. " But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and these things shall be added unto you."

 

If we seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness everything else we need shall be added unto us.  When we put first things first, we can truly take no thought for the cares of this world. He said "all these things shall be added unto you" God promises us the things we have need of, but we must put first things first. Then we can rest in the peace of our Lord and savior who told us "Be of good cheer for  I have overcome the world". When God gave us Jesus he truly supplied our every need.

Whose On The Lord's Side

Exodus 32:26 "Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who is on the Lord's side? let him come unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him".

Israel rebelled against God, and made for themselves a golden calf to worship. Many today have rebelled against God's word, making gods of the riches of this world which they have begun to worship. Moses appeared among them, and in great wrath threw down their idol and rebuked Aaron. The people were awe-struck by the presence of the servant of the Lord, and sought their tents, except for a number who chose to be bold in their defiance. Moses, feeling that this great rebellion must be crushed and punished, called the faithful to his standard, and those who came were of the tribe of Levi. These with stern fidelity, fulfilled their mission, and were made teachers of Israel forever. The same decisions in which the Lord looks for in his ministers, and when he sees it he will reward it.

All true men ought to decide, for there is a major conflict going on inside each of us that we must fight with daily, and all who remain neutral will be subject to the wrath. The conflict; belief in God or Atheism; scripture or false philosophy and mans imagination. The  gospel versus superstition; Christ versus self-righteousness; the commands of God or men pleasing; and holiness and right against sin and oppression. These are conflict which we face daily and sometime hourly, will you deny Christ at a time when a witness is needed for fear of standing alone, or will we make a decision from the heart and stand boldly with the Lord even if it means standing alone. Will you profess openly and Lordly your allegiance with the Lord? Are you on the Lord side?

I'm not talking about just going to worship service, or quoting some scripture on a social network wall, no it is more than that, being on the Lord's side is a heart decision, a life long commitment, to God and his word. His complete word not just that part that agrees with our motives, but even that which tells us we might be wrong. We must consecrate ourselves today and everyday to the Lord. Our zeal must over power the desires of our natural man, and we must be obedient with patience and wait on the Lord's direction for our lives. Then let us prepare for battle, by faith receive the promise; put on the colors, by confessing Christ openly in baptism. Put on the regiment: wear the garments of holiness, love and the whole armor of God.  Are you on the Lord's side?

Acceptable Sacrifice

Leviticus 4:29a "He shall lay his hand upon the head of the sin offering",

Here we have an emblem of the way in which a sacrifice becomes available for the one offering. The same ceremony is commanded in other verses; it is therefore important and instructive. The question with many souls is how to obtain an interest in Christ, so as to be saved by Him. There is no question more important to be asked. It is certain that this is a must; but is has been fearfully neglected by many. Christ death would be in vain if none believed.

This symbol is a confession of sin. It is a consent to the plan of substitution, as Christ took our place on the cross. It is an acceptance of the victim, for he alone is acceptable to God; and should be acceptable to us. It was a believing transfer of sin. It was a dependence-leaning on the sacrifice for our salvation. The offerer is to come just as he is, and to have the sin removed by the sacrifice. It is not the amount of faith that shall save, Jesus said the faith the size of a mustard seed. The salvation come from leaning totally on the power of the sacrifice. The weak hand that grabs hold of Christ, hold just as much of him as the strong hand, we just need to make sure we grab him.

 

It is with faith that we take hold of Christ, but it is with total submission that we lean on him. Come to Jesus, whether you are a confessed saint or sinner, and lean hard on Jesus. He takes away the sin of the world. Trust Him with your sin and it is forever taken away. It is not a matter of what you can't do, but more of what Christ can do. Die into the life of Christ; let him be all in all while you are nothing at all. Lean on Jesus, the perfect sacrifice for an imperfect people.

My Perfect Peace

Nahum 1:7 "The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him".
The safest place in the whole wide world is in the will of God. The only place of safety in this world is the one in which we are sure to meet God, and be under the shadow of his wing. The Bible speaks of a great fortress which the righteous run to and is safe, a strong tower, a place of refuge for the children of God. Tamar may disguise herself, and walk a different path, so that Judah may not know her; Isaac, half blind, might bless Jacob and pass over Esau; Joseph may forget or be forgotten by his brothers; Solomon might doubt to which mother the child rightfully belongs; and Christ may come to his own, and not be received: but the Lord knows them which are His, and his eye is always on them. Time, place, speech, or the way we dress cannot obscure his vision or dull his hearing. He can discern Daniel in the den; Jonah lodged in the belly of the fish, Peter in prison, Lazarus wrapped in rags, or Abel rolled in Blood, He can call them by name, and send his angels to comfort them, for God knows those that are His, and are known of His. Ignorance and forgetfulness may cause love and knowledge to leave his creation, but the Lord is not subject to either, for His eye is on the Sparrow, so I know he watches over me.

Many talk about trusting God when indeed they know nothing of real faith. You can see who the real believers are in the time of a storm. The true believer is calm and quiet in his God, and he takes refuge in His strong tower while the mere pretender is at wit's end. Our Text seems to hint this point. Everybody can find a bird's nest in the winter when the trees are bare, but the green leaves hide them; but believers are put on displayed by adversity. The true believer shines in times of tribulation, for His trust lies within the Lord. One thing, however, should never be forgotten: whether we know believers or not, God knows them. He does not include one hypocrite in the number, nor exclude one sincere believer, not even though he may be of little faith. Ask yourself, "does he know me as one of those who trust in him ?

 

The Lord knows them that are His, and they know him as their stronghold. It might sometimes rain on a true believers life, but it never rain in his life, for his faith is in the hand of the man who stills the water. God is my stronghold.

Bearing Witness

Acts 28:30-31"And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him, Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him".

 

With this new week upon us what  will we show the world? Will our week life bear witness to the Savior, or will we give in to the lust, will and desires of the flesh?  Will we be a lighthouse or a stumbling block to a lost and dying world. Jesus commissioned all believers to witness for him, not just in talk but our walk should also bear witness that he is. Some people will listen and accept Christ with open arms; others will reject the message and the messenger. In our text we see that Paul set a wonderful example of how to give the message and persevere in spite of those who refuse to listen.

As Christians, we have made a commitment to work on growing in our walk with God. The mission is ongoing, it doesn't stop after we have attended church a certain number of Sundays or read through the entire Bible a certain number of times. Of course, those things are important to being a disciple, but a bigger charge is that we not only believe in the Lord, but also to believe the Lord having an unwavering faith in Him. Once we learn the Gospel, it is our responsibility to share it with all we see. We will want to share it, because it is such good news to us and everyone else. The Gospel is bigger than our failures, even when we fall short of perfection, we must remain steadfast and determined to believe the gospel and share it. To a dying world we might be the only glimpse of Christ many will see, for " How shall they believe in Him whom they haven't heard". We are ambassadors for Christ, there are no days off and there is no lunch break. Once you have been born you cannot be unborn, so be a living witness for Christ at all times.When we minister to non-believers, we will sometimes be met with resistance, as was Jesus and the apostles.This should not discourage us from our unwavering loyalty.

Regardless of what challenges we're met with or what failures occur, we cannot feel responsible for the fate of others. We cannot save others, only God can do that. We are only responsible for our commitment to the gospel, and sharing it with others. We have to continue in our walk regardless of how others receive the message. Let us be unwavering and steadfast with the gospel truth.

Saved By The Blood

Hebrews 9:22 " And almost all things are by the law purged with blood: and without shedding of blood is no remission.

All have sinned and come short of the glory of God; there is none righteous, no not one,there is none who wants to obey the Lord, none who wants to do His will. There is not one who is able to walk in the Holy manner in which we have been called to walk in, we all had to be born again. If we could have done better, Jesus would not have had to die.

The love God has for mankind is beyond the understanding of the carnal mind. How can one who is holy love something so unholy? How can one who is love, love someone so unloving, un-giving, unkind, uncaring and unforgiving. God is so perfect and without flaw while we are so flawed without perfection, and yet God commended His love toward us that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.Why? What is man that thou art so mindful of Him? When Adam sinned the soul of man was condemed to death,"for the soul that sinneth must surley die". So God took His precious word and wrapped it up in the sin of man and sent Jesus, the word of God made flesh to be sacrificed on the behalf of mankind. All who by faith accepts the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus shall be saved. His Shed blood for our salvation.

Blood had to be shed to accept for man the wage paid by sin. Jesus was the perfect sacrifice for such a imperfect people. The precious lamb of God who taketh away the sin of the world. His blood for my sins, will you accept His blood for your sins?

Jesus Saves

Acts 16:31" And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house."

 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life. God has done all that is needed for man to be saved. Jesus said from the cross "it is finished". Now we must only believe.
The spirit and the bride say come. The word of God says come, make Jesus your choice. Jesus is standing at the door of your heart, knocking let Him in. In our text today the jailer after the quake had open the jail doors, found himself in darkness, thinking the prisoners had escaped he was seeking the light(vs29). He fell at the feet of the apostles and asked what must I do to be saved? There is a dying world out there, trapped in darkness seeking the light of the world, lost and scared, wondering what must they do to be saved. We the redeemed of the Lord must tell them as Paul told the jailer,"believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and be saved." It is not about joining church, or a certain denomination. It is not about what leadership you are under, it is simply about your belief in Christ and Him crucified. You must believe that Christ died on cross, and rose on the third day with all power in His hands, and in faith belief that you died with Him and rose a new creation in Christ.

Today's church has made salvation about everything except what God intended it to be. The only way to salvation is through the belief in the death ,burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The forgiveness of sin is only through His shed blood. There is no other way, so let us live a life before man that will lead lost souls to believe that Jesus Christ is the way. That a lost world might be saved through Faith.......... 

The Gift Of Salvation

Acts 13:26 "Men and brethren, children of the stock of Abraham,and whosoever among you feareth God, to you is the word of this salvation sent".

Paul and Barnabas first preached the gospel to the seed of Abraham, but they contradicted and blasphemed, and therefore, in verse 46, we see that they now were proclaiming the good news to the Gentiles. Let all heed to this warning, let us not refuse the gospel and find it taken away from us. Now is the acceptable day of salvation; when you hear his voice harden not your hearts." To you is the word of this salvation sent".

What is the word of this salvation? It is the testimony that Jesus is the promised Savior. The word which promises forgiveness to all who exhibit repentance of sin, and have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. In a word, it is the proclamation of perfect salvation, through the risen Savior. It is a word, as being spoken by God, and as being his present utterance even at this moment. It is a word which reveals "the word", Jesus the living word of God. It is a word of salvation; for it declares, describes, presents and presses home salvation. It is a word sent, for the Gospel dispensation is a mission of mercy from God, the gospel message, Jesus the Messiah, and the Holy Ghost himself is sent to work salvation among men. Will you decidedly and honestly refuse it? Will you delay and put off your acceptance of this Free gift? Will you play the hypocrite and pretend to receive it, while in your heart you reject it. Will you be a temporary convert, or will you accept the word of salvation with delight?

We have an invitation. Let us exercise our freedom, we can choose or reject the plan of salvation set before us. Be sure of that you know by personal observation and experience, and let your decision be based on unquestionable knowledge. Decide for your self, but let it be done with much prayer and spiritual thought, for you decision is for an eternity.

The Blood Of Salvation

Zechariah  9:11-12 "As for thee also, by the blood of thy covenant I have sent forth thy prisoner out of the pit wherein is no water. Turn you to the strong hold, ye prisoners of hope: even today do I declare that I will render double unto thee".

Here we behold a description of our Savior, we see his Kingdom, his character, his power to save, his lowliness,  and the weapons of his conquest. Because of Him and through Him there is mercy for the oppressed and troubled ones in Zion. This is a wonderful text for all those who are in the lowest possible state of mind. Those prisoners bound in servitude, freedom gone, trapped in the power of another, where escape seems impossible, the darkness intolerable and fate seems unavoidable.You are comfortless feeling like you are dying of thirst, for there is no comfort in sin. The many oppressed souls helpless in the power of despair until the Lord comes and rescues them.

He has an all seeing eye, He alone has the power to set you free from the bondage you feel.He is the light the shines in the darkess hours of our lives,he saves us by the blood,the blood of the covenant made between Zion and her King. True redemption is in the blood. All the temporal, spiritual, and eternal deliverance which we enjoy, they swim to us through the blood of that covenant that is passed between the Father and the Son. By virtue of the same blood of the covenant, the shed blood of Christ, we are reconciled, justified and saved. We who were in the dungeons of life, trapped in the despair of darkness, thirsting for the freedoms which evade us, while being bound by the ones which in slaves us, were all set free by the blood of the Christ.

Look as all the choice mercies, the high favors, the noble blessings that we enjoy and lay claim to,they are all purchased by the blood of Christ. What ever desperate situations, or dangers,we the children of God may find ourselves falling into,we can hold on to the fact that we are prisoners of hope, and should look forward to deliverance, because it is all in the blood of the lamb. Jesus died on the cross and rose on the third day with all power that we might be made the righteousness of God,if we only believe.