by lighthouse | Apr 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
Romans 1:16a “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes:” Jesus always spoke truth. He knew He would be hated because of His speaking and teaching. He exposed hypocrisy to authorities while He welcomed many into His circle of those He loved and came to save. Our Great Teacher never spoke to please a crowd or spoke telling a small or large group what they wanted to hear or was a popular thought of the time. He was never ashamed to represent truth. It was impossible for Him to speak anything but truth. Let’s learn this great lesson as we represent our faithful Heavenly Father.
by lighthouse | Apr 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
Romans 1:12 “that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.” Which is more valuable–a friend giving you a large amount of money or your friend giving you encouragement? Which is more valuable–you having a boat load of assets or you receiving a boatload of encouragement? Which is more valuable–you valuing the love and encouragement of your Savior or you valuing recognition as being a celebrity? Encouragement wins every time. If that statement is true, doesn’t it make sense to live our lives actively encouraging one another? Imagine what happens with encouragement!
by lighthouse | Apr 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Romans 1:6 “And you also are among those Gentiles who are called to belong to Jesus Christ.” Either you are a Jew or you are a Gentile. In all likelihood you are a Gentile. You are not only a Gentile, you are a unique and blessed Gentile because your Savior has called you to be His child. That special calling gives you a security and peace which you can enjoy both on this earth and eternally. Relax and enjoy your special calling!
by lighthouse | Apr 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Friday, April 21, 2023 at 08:01:43 AM EDTSubject: Promises kept Romans 1:2-3 “the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures regarding his Son, who as to his earthly life was a descendant of David,” God’s promises are always kept. His assurances are always met. He is without fail faithful. He promised an Advocate. He sent His only Son. He has written your name in His Book of Life. You are secure. All fear is gone. What a God we honor!! Please pray for Angela and Grace. They both need the comfort only you can provide and healing for Grace. Also Andrew and Matt. The same comfort only our Savior can provide. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
Romans 1:2-3 “the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures regarding his Son, who as to his earthly life was a descendant of David,” God’s promises are always kept. His assurances are always met. He is without fail faithful. He promised an Advocate. He sent His only Son. He has written your name in His Book of Life. You are secure. All fear is gone. What a God we honor!! Please pray for Angela and Grace. They both need the comfort only you can provide and healing for Grace. Also Andrew and Matt. The same comfort only our Savior can provide. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Romans 1:1 “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God–” Paul knew God had a very valuable purpose for his life. His purpose was to serve his Savior in whatever capacity God wanted him to serve. He listened and served–not himself–but rather, his Heavenly Father. Today he enjoys living with his Savior.How does all this apply to you and me? Substitude your name where you see Paul’s name. Really, reread this passage with your name instead of Paul’s. You have a God given purpose and as Paul, someday you will receive the rewards of accomplishing that God ordained purpose.
by lighthouse | Apr 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Jude 1:25 “to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen.” Jude expresses his greatfulness to his God for the tremendous amount of love he has received. His words are heartfelt. You and I express the same words. Our actions also coincide. All of our being should express the same. We often forget we are not our own–we are His. We can only thank and praise our God by living our lives with the purpose He intends for each of us.
by lighthouse | Apr 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 07:32:19 AM EDTSubject: Unique, short passage Jude 1:22 “Be merciful to those who doubt.” Can any of us honestly say we have never doubted? Can you or I boldly announce we have such a strong faith that our human nature has never in the past nor in the present whispered to us—are you sure? Do you ever pray and think–is God really listening and will answer me? God knows you and He knows me and He knows each of us is weak at times and He constantly shows us mercy because of that weakness. Is His perfect example teaching you and me how we should practice patience and understanding toward others? Well, reread the passage.
by lighthouse | Apr 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
Jude 1:22 “Be merciful to those who doubt.” Can any of us honestly say we have never doubted? Can you or I boldly announce we have such a strong faith that our human nature has never in the past nor in the present whispered to us—are you sure? Do you ever pray and think–is God really listening and will answer me? God knows you and He knows me and He knows each of us is weak at times and He constantly shows us mercy because of that weakness. Is His perfect example teaching you and me how we should practice patience and understanding toward others? Well, reread the passage.
by lighthouse | Apr 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Jude 1:21 “…keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.” The most important gift you or I could ever receive is the gift of eternal life. This gift is so valuable all the assets of the world are nothing in comparison. This gift is only a result of the love our God has for each of us. Why does our Almighty God love you and me so much? Why would God send Jesus to this earth? Why does God want you and me to live with Him for all eternity? Because He does. We get a small glimpse of an answer by thinking—why do you love your children? Because you do. Yet, God’s love is much much greater. Don’t ask why. Live in joy, obedience and express a giant–THANK YOU!
by lighthouse | Apr 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
Jude 1:1b “To those who have been called, who are loved by God the Father and kept by Jesus Christ:” It is beyond our wildest dreams that our God would adopt each of us as His child and love us dearly. Our wildest dream has come true. That true thought is almost incomprehensible. Nothing could start or end our day better. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Apr 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
3 John 1:5 “Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, even though they are strangers to you.” God encourages and compliments you and me for caring for others whether we know them or not. A Christian remains faithful to his charcter regardless of the character of the person being helped. We should never lose who we are as always faithful to our Heavenly Father regardless of the faithfulness of anyone else. Remain faith filled in all situations at all times. We as Christians cannot do otherwise.
