by lighthouse | Sep 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 10:9 “I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture.” A gate serves two purposes–to keep one out and to let one in. Jesus simply says–I am the gate which invites you in–I will make your life on this earth excellent and I will make your eternal life phenomenal. How can any of us ignore our Savior’s words of ultimate comfort?
by lighthouse | Sep 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 8:51 “Very truly I tell you, whoever obeys my word will never see death.” This verse contains the words of our Savior. But, aren’t we all going to die? Answer: yes and no. For now let’s concentrate on the no. Your and my soul exists right now and will exist for all eternity. There is no death involved. Our faith attests to this truth. Live to live. Never live to die. Know your Savior. Develop a strong relationship with Him because you will be dear friends with Him forever.
by lighthouse | Sep 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 8:30 “Even as he spoke, many believed in him.” Have you ever thought, with all the chaos in this world, that there are not very many followers of Jesus? If you thought that—you are wrong. Even in Jesus’ time it appeared everyone was out to make His life miserable and had a strong desire to kill Him. Yet, many believed in Him and His wonderful message of grace. History repeats itself and both truths are still true today.
by lighthouse | Sep 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Friday, September 15, 2023 at 09:12:36 AM EDTSubject: Know the answer John 8:25 “‘Who are you?’ they asked. Jesus could not have been clearer throughout the history of the world. From the fall of man through 2023 He has made Himself known in crystal clear fashion. Unfortunately, many shut their eyes and minds to our Savior’s very deep concern for the salvation of His creation. “Who are you” may qualify as the stupidest question ever asked. Let’s reconsider–that question IS the stupidest question ever asked. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Sep 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 8:25 “‘Who are you?’ they asked. Jesus could not have been clearer throughout the history of the world. From the fall of man through 2023 He has made Himself known in crystal clear fashion. Unfortunately, many shut their eyes and minds to our Savior’s very deep concern for the salvation of His creation. “Who are you” may qualify as the stupidest question ever asked. Let’s reconsider–that question IS the stupidest question ever asked. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Sep 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 8:19b “…’you do not know me or my Father,’ Jesus replied, ‘If you knew me, you would know my Father also.”‘ Jesus was not having a frivolous conversation with opinionated thought. He was having a conversation which determined the difference between living eternally or dying forever in torment. You and I have to listen and are affected. Our eternity and security is determined by the same absolute truths. Where do you stand? Where do I stand?
by lighthouse | Sep 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 8:12 “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said,’I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”‘ When The Lighthouse ministry began we wondered what would be a theme verse representing the thought behind that ministry which helps those who suffer from addiction. John 8:12 was chosen. Without Jesus as our Light we have no light or life. With Him as our Guide we will never be without Light or Life. This verse has proven to be a very accurate theme and guide for both the ministry and the men and women who are receiving our Savior’s comfort.
by lighthouse | Sep 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 08:50:19 AM EDTSubject: Water flows John 7: 37b-38 …Jesus stood and said in a loud voice,’ Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”‘ A faith filled Christian cannot help but both live and tell others of the wonders of their Savior. Jesus told people of Himself, of His Father and of the Holy Spirit. It is now your and my responsibility to tell others the truths of living water. What a privilege!
by lighthouse | Sep 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 7: 37b-38 …Jesus stood and said in a loud voice,’ Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”‘ A faith filled Christian cannot help but both live and tell others of the wonders of their Savior. Jesus told people of Himself, of His Father and of the Holy Spirit. It is now your and my responsibility to tell others the truths of living water. What a privilege!
by lighthouse | Sep 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 7:7 “The world cannot hate you, but it hates me because I testify that its works are evil.” Jesus, the perfect Son of God, the Savior of mankind, was hated. That statement seems impossible. Why? The world loves greed, sexual pollution, abortion, worshipping false gods and the list goes on. Jesus spoke and lived condemning such behavior. The world didn’t and doesn’t want to hear the truth of how corruption ruins lives and therefore He was hated. None of us should fall into the traps of the world.
by lighthouse | Sep 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 6:68 “Simon Peter answered him,’Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.”‘ Peter asked the same question you and I would ask–the most important question man can ask. The answer is so obvious to every faith filled Christian—there is nowhere else, other than Jesus. The world is lost in it’s answer. The question—where does one go for truth?—I don’t really know– wherever you want because there is no known absolute truth. The answer; however, is an easy one in the Christian world–we camly and confidently adhere to the absolute truths of our Savior. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Sep 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
John 6:66 “From this time many of his disciples turned back and no longer followed him.” The impossible happened. Jesus explained truth and many would not believe. There is no difference today. Many reject God and His truth. The most important truth of our universe and the truth which gains eternal life is not only ignored, it is denied. Can man be more foolish? It’s like looking into a mirror and denying the reflection of yourself—you conclude it’s someone else. Thank God that He has led you to faithfulness and eternal salvation. There is nothing better.
