Every one of us is concerned about time. The past influences us. The future concerns us. The opportunity for today is before us. The Scripture addresses the matters of the past, present, and future. It is my desire to both encourage and exhort you.
The reading of the passage tells us of the circumstances surrounding Jesus' birth. What garners my attention is the reason for such menial conditions, there were no vacancies at the local motel. Let us consider other times, when, perhaps, that phrase could have been spoken, and in a sense, was spoken.
The Bible speaks of Heaven and Hell. We know that some will go to Heaven while many will go to Hell. Why would a person go to Hell? Our text enumerates a few reasons.
What type of faith do you have? Is your faith a temporary one, or will what you believe carry you throughout your life? I trust and pray that your faith in Jesus as your Savior is a lifelong faith.