The Place of Prayer
We have a grand privilege in taking our burdens to Jesus. We can come boldly to the throne of grace. We may take our cares and cast them upon Him. I would like to encourage you today; I would remind you of the place of prayer.
We have a grand privilege in taking our burdens to Jesus. We can come boldly to the throne of grace. We may take our cares and cast them upon Him. I would like to encourage you today; I would remind you of the place of prayer.
My subject is that which affects every one of us. So, it is good to know what the Bible teaches concerning it. I realize teaching on this subject is often looked down upon because the motive is usually questioned. Still, it needs to be discussed.
In our society you have to be careful about things which are "free." There is often the small print in which you are actually committing to something which usually costs money. Free is not always free. I would like to talk to you about something which is free to you! You have the greatest opportunity available to man, and it is absolutely free.
How do we explain all the bad things that happen to God's children? Should we live in a dreaded fear of reprisal, or, do we go our merry way and live as wish counting on God's love? I do not recommend either of those courses. Let us discuss the issue, Bad Things Happen to Good People.
What do you think you would do if you knew you only had a short time to live? I am sure there are things you would like to fulfill. I remind you, life is uncertain; we do not know the time of our death. I submit there are some things which need to be done today.
What would you think if I never spoke to my wife nor spent time with her? What if I never consulted with her, never turned to her for comfort, or never sought to please her? What if I rarely thought about her or put everything else before her? What would you think? Strangely, some Christians treat Jesus in a similar manner, yet, they say they love Jesus.
It is my purpose to view several biblical examples of some who were "down, but not out." Perhaps as individuals or as a church unit, we might receive a blow which knocks us down. By God's grace, we won't be knocked out!
There are many views concerning the identity of Jesus Christ. Who is He? It is my objective to discuss the biblical view of Jesus.
There isn't any doubt that life is difficult. Just because we are Christians doesn't mean that trials will not fall across our path. Without question, all of us are hurting in some fashion. Therefore, I would like to offer some words of encouragement.
Most of you have a fence around your property or yard. The fence has two purposes: to keep out animals and uninvited people, and, to keep a pet or a child in. I submit that God has His "fences" and we should be glad He does.