We boast that God is a God of love. Of that, there is no doubt. But we also believe that God is also a God of justice and wrath. Of that, there is no doubt either; proof of which is found in God's provision for our redemption. By His own merits, He satisfied the demands of holiness and divine justice. I submit, God, in all that He is, is a God of grace.
John's words remind me of a father's delight. I surmise that our heavenly Father would feel the same. God delights when His children walk in the truth. Let us see an overview of a good father and an overview of good children.
With increasing divorce rates, even among professing Christians, we determine the home is in trouble. Weak homes make for weak churches. Weak churches make for a weak nation. My objective is to remind you of the biblical precepts which make for strong marriages and strong homes. May we heed God's Word.
Years ago my pastor said, "Sometimes you have to put feet to your prayers." Perhaps what was needed was a balance. This involves the sovereignty of God and human responsibility. Today, I offer my view.
We come now to the final lesson of the book of Luke. Here we find Jesus teaching and then leaving to go to Heaven.
We know what it is like to anticipate the arrival of someone, whether it is a celebrity, a politician, or a loved one returning from a journey. Jesus ascended from this earth and went into Heaven but one of these days He will return. Let's concern ourselves with the fact that Jesus is coming again.
We have seen several events after Jesus was raised from the dead. This is one where He meets with them in the upper room. Here, He calms their fears, shows who He is, and teaches them.
Life has many firsts and lasts. Life consists of everything which comes between. Permit me to ask, "When you grow old and look back, will there be satisfaction or regret?"
Luke continues his narrative by detailing a few post-resurrection activities by the Lord Jesus. This one involves the two men on the road to Emmaus and their opportunity to learn more about Jesus. May we share Him so that others may learn.
Many have a head knowledge of Bible truth but they don't have a heart knowledge. What a tragedy! I ask, have you believed the biblical description of Jesus and the way for eternal life?