by lighthouse | Mar 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts 16:34b “…he was filled with joy because he had come to believe in God—he and his whole family.” Can it be said of each of us that we are filled with joy because we have a tight relationship with our God? Nothing is more valuable than that relationship. Yet, does that wonderful relationship bring each of us the joy it should or are we complacent and just live our lives without realizing the joy, peace and comfort that relationship provides? Celebrate the relationship—have Christmas and Easter daily.
by lighthouse | Mar 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts 16:30b-31a “‘Sirs, what must I do to be saved?’ They replied, ‘Believe in the Lord Jesus and you will be saved..”‘ There is no other way to be saved other than to believe in our Savior. Good works, though a necessary display of faith, don’t bring salvation. Tithing or conscientious giving is fine but neither buy eternal life. Praying to the saints accomplishes nothing. Worshipping other gods is a total waste of time, though many throughout the world practice popular religions. The absolutely only way to be saved is to have a wholesome relationship with our Savior. God’s words of absolute truth are our one and only road to eternal life with Him.
by lighthouse | Mar 21, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts15:32 “Judas and Silas, who themselves were prophets, said much to encourage and strengthen the brothers.” The intended result of encouragement is a strengthening of faith. Criticism results in just the opposite. Therefore, eliminate gossip or fault finding in those you or I should be loving and encouraging. Always encourage–having an attitude of putting yourself in a humble state and treating others even better than you want yourself to be treated. Realize what our Advocate, Jesus, our Teacher has done for each of us.
by lighthouse | Mar 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 08:48:13 AM EDTSubject: An open heart Acts 16:14b “…The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.” Our Father has opened your and my heart to listen, believe and practice our faith. You and I tell others about the truths of Scripture and then the Holy Spirit does His work of having the seed of truth grow. Without the Holy Spirit none of us would have a faith. Thank God for the work of the Holy Spirit within each of us.
by lighthouse | Mar 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts 15:11m “…We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved…” Our Heavenly Father’s, though undeserved, grace or complete love for each of us is what brings each of us to Himself. There is NOTHING you or I can do to warrant His love. Our good works simply are our “thank you” for this imcomprehensive gift. It makes no human sense. Maybe our first question to Him as we enter Heaven will be, “why’. For now–enjoy the phenomenal benefits.
by lighthouse | Mar 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acts 15:8a “God, who knows the heart…’ Appearances are one thing while the thoughts within or actions of the heart can easily be another. How can this be? Man can only evaluate man by what he sees. Man tries to manipulate, tries to get what he wants and acts often based on self centered desires. God sees man who he really is. There is no fooling God. God knows the desires of the heart. Are our desires to serve Him faithfully? That is exactly what our Heavenly Father sees in each of us. His love craves your and my faithful heart.
