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LIFE OR DEATH, I AM READY LORD...
"The Son of Man Is Coming At An Hour When You Do Not Think He Will."
REPENT OF YOUR SINS....JESUS CHRIST IS COMING SOON, TOMORROW MAY BE TOO LATE!
By Synthia Esther
Several years ago, my brother died in a work related industrial accident. The father of four young children, his death was sudden and unexpected. He was steamed to death, literally cooked alive. What was once a life filled with on-going plans, work and personal schedules, was now but a memory of the past. Our family experienced overwhelming grief, shock, and dismay. Yet we knew God's plan and hand was upon my brother's life. For he was a Christian, who placed God's word and love, at his hearts core. He was ready to go forward in his spiritual journey. I knew, he was ready to die, but was I?
Everyone faces life or death situations at one time or another. I am reminded of God's word to be on the alert concerning Christ's return. Matthew 24:42-44, "Therefore be on the alert, for you do not know which day your Lord is coming. But be sure of this, that if the head of the house had known at what time of the night the thief was coming, he would have been on the alert and would not have allowed his house to be broken into. For this reason you be ready too; for the Son of Man is coming at an hour when you do not think He will."
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE READY FOR CHRIST'S RETURN?
 God loves you with an ever lasting unconditional love and He desires to bring you restoration, favor, joy, peace and happiness. Accepting Jesus Christ as your savior and friend is the most important decision you will ever make. Salvation is God's free gift to all who confess their sin's and surrender their life to Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8; Romans 6:23). Acts 4:12, “salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved”. If you have had a difficult time in life know that God wants to give you a better life. Psalm 28:10, “Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me”.
In Luke 18:13 we read, But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to Heaven, but beat his breast and said, "God, have mercy on me, a sinner." This Biblical example tells us of a man who had a heart filled with humility, honesty, and sincerity. James 4:10, “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts (Hebrews 4:7). Romans 10:10, “For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.”
1st John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” If you desire to give your heart to the Lord I invite you to say this simple salvation prayer and receive Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior.
A PRAYER OF SALVATION
God, I know I am a sinner.
I believe Jesus Christ, the Messiah, was my substitute when He died on the cross of Calvary. I believe His shed blood, death and resurrection were for me. I receive Him as my savior. Thank-you Father, for the forgiveness of my sins, the gift of salvation and eternal life.
I surrender my heart and life to you, in Jesus name. Amen.
PRAYER OF FAITH
If you have said that simple prayer of faith you are now a child of the King of kings and Lord of lords, Jesus Christ. Welcome to the body of born again believers. God and His Angels are rejoicing in Heaven because of your decision. To further your walk with Christ read His words of instruction, the Holy Bible, which is living and active (Hebrews 4: 12). You will also want to find a Bible believing local church where you can grow in faith and worship Him. Hebrews 10:24- 25, “ And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another – and all the more as you see the day approaching.” Mathew 18:20, “For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them.” 1st Corinthians 2:9, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him.”
SALVATION SCRIPTUAL REFERENCES
- Seek the Lord while He may be found, Isaiah 55:6-7
- Sin causes God not to hear; Isaiah 59:1-3
- The God who saves, heals, Jeremiah 17:14
- Those who will receive, believe. John 1:12
- Message of salvation, John 5:24
- Drawn to Christ, John 6:44
- Only One Gate, John 10:1-9
- Turn to the light, escape darkness, John 12:35-36
- Those who truly believe, Mathew 21:50-54
- Salvation through faith apart form legalism, Acts 15:1-11; Romans 3:22-24
- Salvation in no other name but Christ, Acts 4:12
- Salvation described, Acts 16:31
- Unearned gift of salvation, Romans 4:4-8
- Justification by faith alone, Romans 5:1-2
- God's all-encompassing goodness, Romans 4:16
- God's love demonstrated toward sinners, Romans 5:8
- The gift of God, Romans 6:
- Deliverance from sin through Christ alone, Romans 7:24-25
- No condemnation in Christ, Romans 8:1-2
- Salvation within easy reach, Romans 10:8
- Mercy, grace of God, Ephesians 2:1-1
- Rescued from darkness, Colossians 1:13-14
- Christ Jesus came to save sinners, 1st Timothy 1:15
- Mediator between God, men, 1st Timothy 2:5
- Unmerited grace, Titus 3:4-8
- Message to be carefully heeded, Hebrews 2:1-3
- True rest for people of God, Hebrews 4:9-11
- Total salvation for those who trust, Hebrews 7:25
Copyright - 2010 - 2016, Synthia Esther. All Rights Reserved.
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