July 2014
(Note: Pastor's Pen is published on a monthly basis)
Are You Ready?
Hebrew 9:22 “And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and
without shedding of blood is no remission.”
God required a spotless lamb to be slain each year to atone for the sins of
Israel. That sacrifice only lasted a year and another sacrifice had to be made.
But now God calls all people everywhere to repent of their sins. “Come now
and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they
shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as
wool.” Isa 1:18 (KJV)
The preached gospel reveals the good news of the way of Salvation to the world.
Romans 10:9 “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and
shall believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt
be saved.” (KJV)
Christ died once and for all for the sins of the world and has given all a new
heart and new life but as Christians we must help one another daily walk out
this new life and share it with others that have not yet seen the light of the
Gospel. Christ commanded “Teach all nations…to observe all things whatsoever
I have commanded you.” Matt 28:19-20 It is only by the blood of Jesus do we
have this opportunity to share with others. His sacrifice was perfect as
described in Romans and provides the saints this great and wonderful privilege
of sharing the Good News. We look all around at hurting people, read the
headlines and hear the news it seems as though times are not getting better but
heading on a down-ward spiral. Is this the time of the coming of the Lord? Are
you ready? We should be ready at any hour, minute or second.
Everyone is only breath away from being in the presence of the Lord. Thank God
for the spotless lamb that gives opportunity for us to be ready! Keep your eyes
on Israel and remember to pray for the peace and prosperity of Jerusalem as we
are commanded in Psalms 22:6,7. The Lord Cometh!!!
Love and prayers,
~ Pastor Roberts
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