The Bible- God’s Holy Word

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Tracy K

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The Bible is the preserved and divine word of God. Hebrews 4:12 says, For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. God preserved his word through several generations. Psalms 12:6,7 says, The words of the Lord are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times. Thou shalt keep them, O Lord, thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever.

The word of God was given to holy men to write. 2 Peter 1:21 says, For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. 2 Timothy 3:16 says, All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

Romans 16:25,26 says, Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith:

The Bible is filled with knowledge, parables, insights into a happy life, helpful topics about life, love, fear, child rearing, prayer, the creation, future events, and about men who faced big battles. The word of God holds the keys to questions of the world. God tells us about himself and his son Jesus. He tells us what sin is and what he will not accept into Heaven. He teaches us that he is a righteous God; and his ways and thoughts are much higher than our thoughts. 2 Peter 1:2-4 says, Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.

God tells us that we can learn about him by reading his laws. Deuteronomy 17:19 says, And it shall be with him, and he shall read therein all the days of his life: that he may learn to fear the Lord his God, to keep all the words of this law and these statutes, to do them: Isaiah 28:13 says,But the word of the Lord was unto them precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little. God expects his people to study his word. 2 Timothy 2:15 says, Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

  • Proverbs 3:1,2 says, My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
  • Isaiah 40:8 says, The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.
  • Psalms 119:105 says, Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
  • Psalms 119:130 says, The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.
  • Hebrews 12:2 says, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • Hebrews 10:23-25 says, Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised; And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

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Leaving A Godly Legacy to Your Children

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Tracy K

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When you come to the end of your journey here on earth, what type of legacy do you plan on leaving your children. What type of life you live and how you live it will affect others, including your children. You can choose to set a Godly example for your children or a bad example. Remember when you die, your legacy is left behind to your children.

GALATIANS 6:9 teaches us that one day we will reap what we have sown. If you sow good deeds, you will one day reap good things; You will sow good things in this life and the life to come. MATTHEW 6:19-21 says, Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

No one knows the day or the hour that they will die. Hebrews 9:27 says, And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. So now is the time to focus on what you what to leave behind. Your children will be affected by your decisions. Did you take your children to church and teach them about God.  Or did you play church and never fully commit.  It is harder to win back someone that you thought had received Christ, when they stray from the word of God.

My ancestors left behind a legacy of the Gospel of Christ. You may ask how I know this. My great great grandfather started a church. My cousin is the pastor there. We have preachers, deacons on the church role. This led to other family members being saved and becoming preachers and deacons. You may ask why this matters. It matters because without them, the gospel might not have been shared with me. See I am thankful for the legacy my family left behind.

So to get to the point. Your actions affect others. Your children and family are watching your every move. Are you taking your children to church on a regular basis? What type of movies and television programs do you allow them to watch? What type of music are they listening to? You may ask why this mattes. Today mostly ALL shows promote witchcraft, cursing, evil, homosexuality, gossip, disrespect to authority, world things, haters of God, sex, carnality and such. Do you want your child growing up thinking this is okay.

When a person watches something like this on a continuous basis, they are eased into believing it is okay. To make my point, when I was younger, television never showed someone with their clothes off. They never promoted the things I mentioned before. Now, times have changed, and not for the better. Today evil shows are on the rise. People’s eyes are blinded to what Satan is really doing.  Ask yourself this question. Is God pleased with this?  I say that I think God is angry with this sin.

Why is it so prevalent today? Satan is pushing everything ungodly to our children. He does not want your children to be saved. He does not want your grandchildren saved. He is working overtime to promote evil and people think it is okay. PROVERBS 22:6 says, Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. If you train your child to accept evil, they will not depart from it. If you teach your children that it is okay to murder, commit adultery and such, they will not depart from it. As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord (Joshua 24:13). Chose today what legacy you will leave to your children.

Here are some things to consider when teaching your child to live a Godly life.

  1. What do you allow your child to do?  Do they hang around other children that are worldly?
  2. What type of television shows or movies do they watch?
  3. What type of music are they listening to?
  4. Do you use curse words in front of them?
  5. Are you teaching them how to defraud others?
  6. Do you promote reading the Bible?
  7. Do you take them to church regularly?
  8. Do you monitor what they see on the internet?
  9. Have you taught them what is right and wrong?
  10. Have you taught them about God and Jesus?
  11. Are you  teaching your child to watch things that will help them in their Christian walk?
  12. Do you punish your child when they do wrong?

There are so many ungodly influences in the world that promote evil.  Lots of people telling people that God is not real. The word of God teaches us to be the example.  To correct our child when it is needed.  Some people do not believe in punishing their child.  They people that “love” will show them the right way. PROVERBS 22:15, Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.  PROVERBS 23:13-14 says, Withhold not correction from the child: for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die. Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell.

Last of all, do not spoil your child. if you give your child everything that he wants, he will grow up thinking he is entitled to things. He will grow up prideful. He will not respect you or honor you and will be miserable. He will be bored with his life because he will not have anything to look forward to. People tend to enjoy things that they worked hard for, instead of things that are given to them. Teach your child to work hard for what he gets and then reward him. Don’t let your child rule the house. Set the rules that they need to go by.

To leave a good legacy, you must first be right with God. Pray to him often and seek his guidance in your life. Seek his guidance on how to raise and correct your child. He will help you if only you would ask him to. If you start with a good legacy, it will make things easier. If you allow your child to do as he pleases, then it will be much harder to bring him back to God. Deuteronomy 6: 5-7 says, And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.  And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.

 

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Warring Against the Flesh

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Tracy K

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The flesh constantly wars with the spirit. When is it okay to stand up against others that are worldly, without letting the flesh take control. The last week I have been tried several times and things have come against me in all directions. I have had to fight hard against my fleshly thoughts and desires to fight back. I have fought hard to remain in the spirit. See, I want to stand up and make a difference, but in the right way. It is difficult to do this when we war against the world. So I have to ask myself “How?” without letting my flesh take over.

First the Bible says, Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful (Psalm 1:1). The workplace can be the most ungodly place there is. Christians working in a place with others that has no moral code. There are whisperers and backbiters that take council against the believer. But, there is joy knowing that God is in control. He protects his people from those that come against them.

Second, God did not say that being angry was sin. The Bible says, Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath (Ephesians 4:26). It is what we chose to do when we are angry. God does not want us to retaliate against others. A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger (Proverbs 15:1). I have learned a lesson this week; that a soft answer will turn away wrath, but we must not stir up anger in someone first, then not expect them not to be angry. It is harder to get someone to cool down after they are angry.

Next, we have nothing to fear against the unbeliever. Psalms 3:3-6 says, But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. I cried unto the Lord with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah. I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the Lord sustained me. I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about. Proverbs 19:19 says, A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment.

Last of all, do not think it strange that Christians will suffer on this earth. Acts 14:22, Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God. Romans 8:17 says, And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.

Read more about the war with the flesh in the following verses.

  • Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
  • 2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.
  • 3 For what the law could not do, in that it was weak through the flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, and for sin, condemned sin in the flesh:
  • 4 That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
  • Romans 8:8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.
  • 9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.
  • 10 And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.
  • 11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.
  • 12 Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh.
  • 13 For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live.
  • 14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
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Bullying Must Stop

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Tracy K

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It is sad to hear of so many young people killing themselves because of bullying. Verbal slurs, mocking someone, taunting and physical threats often lead some teenagers to suicide. Bullying is a growing concern and problem of adolescents, which is increasingly conducted in cyberspace as well as in the schoolyard. Some bullying may be caused by peer pressure, other times from jealousy and mere hatred. This type of conduct affects adolescents psychologically and should be stopped. Authorities are looking into several cases where young girls and boys committed suicide due to harassment by other teens.  An anti-bullying law will soon go into affect that will help prevent such crimes.

It is imperative to stop such crimes because they are ungodly.  These actions are evil and those who do such things will be held accountable for their actions. If you are one that is being bullied, we ask you to get help from someone; someone that will listen.  Tell your teacher, parent or a friend. If you are one that witness such things, we urge you to tell someone. You might save a life.

Examples of bullying that led to suicide involved:

  1. Knocking books out of someone’s hands on purpose.
  2. Throwing things at someone
  3. Yelling at someone and calling them names.
  4. Taunting and physical threats
  5. Posting things on the internet that are degrading
  6. Physical assault such as hitting or sexual assault.
  7. Allowing someone else to be abused and not stopping it.

Look at the following verses that teach us how to treat others.

  • Luke 6:31 says, And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.
  • 1 Thessalonians 5:15 says,  See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.
  • 1 Peter 3:9 says, Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
  • Matthew 5:44 says, But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
  • Matthew 18:10 says, Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.
  • Mark 9:42 says, And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.
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Hell- A Place of Torment

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Tracy K

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Have you ever burned your finger on a stove or burnt your mouth from drinking something too hot? Imagine how bad the pain felt. Imagine burning like that all over your body including your mouth. There is a place of torment where people will burn forever, called Hell. Hell is real place that exist and is described in the Bible. A sinner who refuses to repent and accept Christ as their Savior will go to such a place. There is only one way into Heaven and that is through Jesus Christ.

Hell enlarges itself daily with the ones who reject Christ. Isaiah 5:14 says, Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it. So it is important to accept Christ now. Revelation 20:15 says, And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. Is your name written down in the book of life?

Satan’s demons are in hell. 2 Peter 2:4 says, For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment; Matthew 25:41 says, Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels. God does not want you to go to this place of torment. You have a chance to escape this place called Hell. Accept Jesus Christ as your Savior.

To give the best description of hell, let’s look at the following verses.

  • Mark 9:45–And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched:
  • Matthew 25:30–And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
  • Luke 16:22 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; 23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. 24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
  • Revelation 20:10–And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are, and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.

Hell is a real place of torment, burning, fear, and unquenchable thirst.  To escape this place, all you have to do is accept Christ into your life and repent of your sins.  Now is the time to accept the free gift of Salvation.  If you have a need or question, use our comments tab at the top of the screen.

Related links: https://godlywitnesses.wordpress.com/2013/10/18/the-death-of-the-cross/

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God is our Protector

Posted on November 2, 2013 by Tracy K

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Have you ever been in a situation that you thought that nothing could help you? A time when everything came against you, and you thought that no one could come to your aid. Let me tell you that I know of someone who can help you in your time of need. A God that is a refuge and very present help in the time of trouble (Psalm 46:1). He can make your enemies to be at peace with you (Proverbs 16:7). He can deliver you from trouble if you would call upon his name (Psalm 91:15). He can heal you from whatever disease that you have and comfort you near death (Psalms 103:3 and Psalms 30:2). He can help you when you are grieving (Psalms 147:3).

He is a God that can protect us from trouble and protect us from any evil that may come our way, if we would only trust in him. Psalm 91:9 says, Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation. Psalm 91:10 There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. We can abide under the shadow of the Almighty by having faith in him (Psalm 91:1). He sends his angels to protect us from when we are harmed (Psalm 91:11).

No matter how big the problem is and no matter how long you have dealt with the problem, God can help you. If your heart is troubled and you don’t know where else to turn, Jesus can help you (Luke 4:18). He is a God of forgiveness and he can deliver you from sorrow. 2 Chronicles 7:14 says, If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 2 Samuel 22:2 says, And he said, The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer.

If you need God and need him in any way, he is there for you. If you have enemies that come against you, he can make your enemies to be at peace with you. Proverbs 16:7 says, When a man’s ways please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him. Psalm 18:3 says, I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised: so shall I be saved from mine enemies.

Now is the time to call upon him and trust that he will deliver you and help you in your time of need. Psalm 55:16 says, As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me. Psalm 86:7 says, In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee: for thou wilt answer me. Psalm 145:18 says, The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth. Romans 10:13 says, For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

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God’s People are Called for Service

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Tracy K

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In times past, God chose certain great men for service. From Moses to Jonah and from David to the apostles; he still calls people today. God’s people are called to do his will and serve him. Even Jesus said that he was sent to do the will of his father. If you are a Christian, God has chosen you to lead others to Christ. A Christian should stand up for the name of the Lord and help lead others to salvation. Rejoice for ye are now servants of the living God. Psalms 35:27 says, that we should shout for joy because the Lord has pleasure in the prosperity of his servants.

  • God chose Israel to be his people. Deuteronomy 7:6 For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God: the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth.
  •  God chose Moses to lead his people out of bondage to a land flowing with milk and honey (Exodus 3:10).
  • Jesus called his disciples to spread the gospel. Luke 6:13, “And when it was day, he called unto him his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles”
  • God calls Saul for service (Acts 9). 1 Corinthians 1:1 says, “Paul called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God.” Paul did a great work for Christ. Romans 15:16 says “That I should be the minister of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles, ministering the gospel of God, that the offering up of the Gentiles might be acceptable, being sanctified by the Holy Ghost.” Acts 9:15 talks about how Paul was a chosen vessel.
  • God called men to serve in the church. 1 Corinthians 12:28 says, “And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues.”
  • God not only called the Jews to salvation, but the Gentiles (other races), to him. Romans 9:24 says, “Even us, whom he hath called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles.” Acts 11:18 says, “When they heard these things, they held their peace, and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life.”
  • God called men to be separate from the world.  2 Corinthians 6: 17, 18 says, “Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.”

Matthew 20:16 says, “So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen.” See God knows the heart of man and whom will seek after him.   2 Chronicles 7:14 says, ” If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”     Jeremiah 24:7 says, “And I will give them an heart to know me, that I am the Lord: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God: for they shall return unto me with their whole heart.”  Romans 6:22 says,  “But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life.” Psalms 34:22 says, “The Lord redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.”

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The Death of the Cross

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Tracy K

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Who can imagine a death that could be so cruel and undeserving? A man killed without reason or fault. A man mocked, tormented and killed for someone else. See Jesus Christ didn’t die for the sins that he had committed but died for the sins of the world. He was innocent of the crimes that he was accused of.

Now remember Jesus was the son of God. He could have called twelve legions of angels to come and rescue him from the cross but didn’t (Matthews 26:53). He chose to give his life so others could receive salvation. He loved the world and didn’t want any to perish and receive death (2 Peter 3:9, Romans 6:23). He wanted to extend his hand to anyone that would only believe on him and ask him for salvation (Romans 10:13, John 3:16).

You might ask why Jesus had to die for the sins of the world. Well, God is a holy God, full of righteousness and hates sin. Romans 1:18 says, “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness.” Unrighteousness and corruption cannot enter into Heaven; (1 Corinthians 15:50.) This is why Jesus- his holy son, came to die for the sins of the world. His blood paid the atonement for our sins at Calvary (Hebrews 9:22, Romans 5:10,11, Matthew 26:28).

To fully appreciate what happened at Calvary, you need to see what took place. In the following verses you will see that he was scourged, mocked, hit, unclothed, spit on, and then crucified.

  • Mark 15:15–And so Pilate, willing to content the people, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified.
  • Verse 16 And the soldiers led him away into the hall, called Praetorium; and they call together the whole band.
  • Verse 17 And they clothed him with purple, and platted a crown of thorns, and put it about his head,
  • Verse 18 And began to salute him, Hail, King of the Jews!
  • Verse 19 And they smote him on the head with a reed, and did spit upon him, and bowing their knees worshipped him.
  • Verse 20 And when they had mocked him, they took off the purple from him, and put his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify him.
  • Matthew 27: 27- Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the common hall, and gathered unto him the whole band of soldiers.
  • Verse 28 And they stripped him, and put on him a scarlet robe.
  • Verse 29 And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!
  • Verse 30 And they spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the head.
  • Verse 31 And after that they had mocked him, they took the robe off from him, and put his own raiment on him, and led him away to crucify him.
  • Verse 32 And as they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name: him they compelled to bear his cross.
  • Verse 33 And when they were come unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull,
  • Verse 34 They gave him vinegar to drink mingled with gall: and when he had tasted thereof, he would not drink.
  • Verse 35 And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, They parted my garments among them, and upon my vesture did they cast lots.
  • Verse 36 And sitting down they watched him there;
  • Verse 37 And set up over his head his accusation written, This Is Jesus The King Of The Jews.
  • Verse 38 Then were there two thieves crucified with him, one on the right hand, and another on the left.
  • Verse 39 And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads,
  • Verse 40 And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.
  • Verse 41 Likewise also the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and elders, said,
  • Verse 42 He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him.
  • Verse 43 He trusted in God; let him deliver him now, if he will have him: for he said, I am the Son of God.
  • Verse 44 The thieves also, which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth.
  • Verse 45 Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour.
  • Verse 46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?
  • Verse 47 Some of them that stood there, when they heard that, said, This man calleth for Elias.
  • Verse 48 And straightway one of them ran, and took a spunge, and filled it with vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink.
  • Verse 49 The rest said, Let be, let us see whether Elias will come to save him.
  • Verse 50 Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost.

What exactly happened when one was crucified in the past. Crucify means: execute or put (someone) to death by nailing or binding them to a cross, esp. as an ancient punishment.

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Jesus Christ- Our Cornerstone

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Tracy K

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Jesus should be our main example to follow when it comes to anything in life. Whether you question your existence, reason for living, or how to act in life.  Jesus is our foundation, our example to follow: 1 Corinthians 3:11 For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 2:21 says, For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps. Ephesians 2:20 says, “And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.” To see why Jesus is so important in the believer’s hearts lets look at who he is. 1 Corinthians 15:3 tells us that he was born to die for the sins of the world.

He was born of the Holy Spirit and had a miraculous birth.

  • Matthew 1:18 says, “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.”
  • Matthew 1:20 says, “Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost.  And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.”

He teaches us and all the world what to do to receive salvation.

  •  1 John 1:9 says,”If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
  • Matthew 4:17 says,” From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” So we know that we first must repent to receive salvation.
  • Romans 3: 22 says, “Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.”

He heals the sick and forgives us of our sins.

  • 2 Chronicles 7:14 says, “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”
  • Psalms 30:2 says, “O Lord my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me.”
  • Acts 10:38 says, “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.”

He died on a cross for mankind.

  • Philippians 2:8 says, “And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.”
  • Hebrews 12:2 says, “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
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Only One Choice to Make

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Tracy K

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Everyday we are faced with decisions and we have to choose between one thing or another. The choice to go to college, the choice to go to work, the choice of getting married or the choice of what to do in life. The thing is that one choice that you make can be a very costly mistake. One choice can be the difference in life or death. One choice can make all the difference. The country singer George Jones made a decision to quit drinking and change his life. In an interview he tells how he made the choice to accept Christ into his life. One might say, “I’m confused about the Bible or I don’t know if I should choose Jesus Christ as my Savior.” See the only right choice one can make about Jesus Christ is to accept him. He is the only way that you can have eternal life. He said, He is the way, the truth and the life. No man can go to the Heavenly father without Jesus.

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Some might blame a choice they made on someone else. They might say, If my mother or my father didn’t make me go to college, I would have made a better choice in my career. Or if the weather was better than I would have gotten to work on time. See the choices we make not only  affect us but it can affect everything in our life. If we knew it was raining, why didn’t we leave for work earlier. If we didn’t go to college, we might be living at home without a job.

See no one can make choices for us. They might give us their opinion but the choice is up to us. Only you can make the right choice for your life.  Accept Jesus Christ as your Savior and it will be the best thing you have ever done.

One thing to think about when making a choice is:

1. Will I regret this later?
2. Will I be ashamed of this later on in life?
3. Am I choosing this decision because it is easier?
4. Am I choosing this because this is what others expect of me?
5. Is fear standing in my way of making a better decision?
6. Is this the best decision for me?

In the Wikipedia, online encyclopedia, it tells us that the definition of choice is “the mental process of judging the merits of multiple options and selecting one or more of them.”

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