by lighthouse | Dec 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 3:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” Our purpose on this earth is to serve–serve our Savior and serve others. The world would not agree, but would rather insist that the reason for living is to serve oneself. How can one get the most out of life is the mentality many chooose. Christians realize they are gifted talents by their Heavenly Father to be used in serving. The real question for each of our lives in all situations becomes the simple acronym —WWJD.
by lighthouse | Dec 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 3:21 “and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also —-not be the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.” God has chosen the simple act of baptism to symbolize the relationship He wants between each of His children and Himself. Each of His followers pledges to a life of serving Him as He asks that He be properly served. We honor our Savior as we make decisions throughout life, honoring Him and living life with a clear and clean conscience. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Dec 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 3:15 “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” Why do you have a confident faith–hope? You and I live with 100% assurance our Savior walks by our side and will accomplish exactly what He has said. We live with a complete certainty and will die with that sureness instilled within our souls. Why? Our Heavenly Father’s love has never failed us and never will.
by lighthouse | Dec 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 2:11 “Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul.” A trap is dangerous and is generally thought of as a means to end the physical life of an animal or a human. Such traps are usually intentionally set and produce pain. Peter also writes about another trap which is extremely dangerous. This trap affects the soul and is deadly. This trap can easily affect our relationship with our Heavenly Father. This trap allows our human nature to override our God fearing nature. Be careful–avoid soul destroying traps.
by lighthouse | Dec 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 20b-21 “…But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.” Our Teacher, our Savior, our Example, wants each of us to know we have to stand up for Truth just as He stood for truth. He came to earth for a purpose assigned by His Father. We certainly have a different purpose, yet still have a purpose assigned by our Father. Pray that you and I are accomplishing His purpose as He walks with each of us.
by lighthouse | Dec 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 2:9 “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.” God could not be more complimentary to His children, namely—all of Christendom , including you and me. Wthout Him, you and I walk and live in total darkness. And the saddest thing of all–we wouldn’t even realize it. How can we thank Him? Live as His faithful child!
by lighthouse | Dec 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 2:2 “Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk so that by it you may grow up in your salvation.” Every mother who nurses her child does so for only so long—the child matures and eats and drinks other liquids and solid foods. The same in our spiritual world in our relationship with our Heavenly Father. We study. We pray. We discuss. We become grown up in our Christian faith. God expects us to be babies in our faith for a short time and then to become shepherds or disciples ourselves. Pray for Wendy who is suffering from colon cancer and going through the treatment of recovery for that disease. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Dec 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 1:21 “Through him you believe in God, who raised him from the dead and glorified him, and so your faith and hope are in God.” How can any of us live without Jesus? He is our rock solid foundation. Our faith, our hope, our life, our all is based on His ultimate love for each of us. Let none of allow the glitter of Christmas interfere with the real reason for celebrating this season.
by lighthouse | Dec 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 1:18-19a “For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ…” Key thoughts–For you know…empty way of life—you were redeemed—precious blood of Christ.Meaning: Without Jesus all of life is meaningless—with our Savior life is meaningful. Everyone on earth makes the choice. Very simple.
by lighthouse | Dec 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter 1:8 “Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy.” Try and define—inexpressible and glorious joy. I wish I could to help both myself and you understanding the deep emotional response we all should have because of the great love we receive from our Savior. Inexpressible and glorious joy—you won’t experience anything better today or any day.
by lighthouse | Dec 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
I Peter i:6 “In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials.” If you or I think our life on this earth will be only filled with joy and wonderful events we will not only find ourselves questioning our faith, but we will also never mature with the true concept of strength in adversity. God tells us our faith will gain strength as we realize we need Him. Place your right hand over your left hand, close your eyes and enjoy the feeling of your Heavenly Father holding your hand and guiding you through life. As you squeeze your right hand you will feel God’s great love for you. Enjoy this simple exercise.
by lighthouse | Dec 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Friday, December 1, 2023 at 08:51:56 AM ESTSubject: Guaranteed promise I Peter 1:3b-4 “…In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade.” If you received a letter today stating that you have received an inheritance and you will receive another letter in a month instructing you to go to an attorney’s office and learn what your very wealthy uncle left you, you would be very excited about the next letter and the follow up. If God sent you a letter and said you have received a phenomenal inheritance that is beyond belief and the inheritance is spelled out in a book, wouldn’t you be excited and anxiously read that book to learn what that great inheritance is? You and I have that book. Have a great weekend.
