by lighthouse | Mar 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
Acts 4:33a “With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus…” The apostles were eye witnesses to Jesus’ resurrection. Either the apostles were lying or they were telling the truth. They had zero incentive to lie. The truth of Jesus’ resurrection filled their hearts and they had to expose that truth to all who were willing to listen. The same is true throughout history since Jesus rose. Only God could rise from the dead. Therefore, Jesus is God. What He says is absolute truth. You and I receive the comfort and peace that truth establishes. Enjoy the truth of the resurrection.
by lighthouse | Mar 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Acts 4:24b “…’Sovereign Lord’, they replied, ‘you made the heavens and the earth and the sea, and everything in them’.” Do you believe the Bible is absolute truth and the Word of God? Christians would answer-yes-to that question. It simply follows then that Christians would credit God with being the Creator of all of creation. This verse is a true confession of the magnificent power of God, our Creator. To believe in evolution is impossible. You and I rejoice in the incomprehensible power of God. What does that further mean? He is preparing a mansion for you and me in Heaven. Never be afraid of dying because phenomenal living is coming. Chuck, a member of our leadership team at The Lighthouse, is with his brother-in-law, along with his wife and other members of his family. His brother-in-law, also Chuck, just learned he has only days to live. Pray God’s comfort is with Chuck’s entire family and the truth of today’s verse lives with them. Thank you.
by lighthouse | Mar 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Acts 4:20 “As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” Peter and John were told to stop telling people about Jesus. They then said this simple statement. They could do nothing other than tell the truth. Aren’t you and I in the same position? You and I are obligated to speak the truth about all that our God has to say. We can’t do anything else! We cannot lie nor can we keep the truth to ourselves. How could we do anything else as His forgiven, loved, adopted children?
by lighthouse | Mar 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Acts 4:12 “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” A modern cultural thought is–everyone, with very few exceptions, is going to heaven. That thought could not be further from the truth. Faith in Jesus as our perfect Advocate, is not only a hope for everyone who gains eternal life, it is the ONLY way to gain eternal life no matter what our weak desires might be. Salvation, which is desired by all, can only come to those who have a faith filled relationship with our loving Advocate Savior Jesus. There is only ONE way to be saved. This verse is extremely essential for truth to prevail. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Mar 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Acts 2:42 “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” Four example traits of the early Christian church members are the same you and I would do well in practicing today. The 2000 year spread doesn’t affect the value of these 4 activities. One: learning, understanding, studying God’s Word; Two; hanging out with fellow believers. In other words–having a Christian support and fellowship, conversation group; Three: celebrating communion and having get togethers (meals-parties) with fellow believers; Four: praying, talking with God- which is a natural as He is the One who loves you far beyond our understanding. Enjoy your Christian life!
by lighthouse | Mar 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Acts 4:38-39a “Peter replied, ‘Repent, and be baptized, every one of you. In the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children…” God’s demands, His promises and His love never change. That statement is difficult for you and me to understand because our lives are constantly experiencing change. The God Adam, Abraham, David, Matthew, your Christian grandparents and you and I worship is the same. His truths never change. His promises are true and everlasting. A glorious eternity is waiting. What a wonderful God we cherish.
