People who are Christian understand that Jesus died a terrible death so that we might be blessed with eternal life. It can be emotional to think about it instead of just accepting it in principle and repeating “Jesus died for my sins.” It was a terrible death and Jesus was mocked and persecuted. This little boy, singing the song Above All in his church in Africa, filled with the Spirit, clearly understands Jesus’ sacrifice, even at 3-years old and breaks down in tears at that thought. Anyone watching this will have tears in their eyes. Bless this little boy. He understand what many adults don’t.
Category: The Good News of Jesus
The Rapture of the Church
The Rapture is an event that most Evangelical Christians believe in and understand will happen thanks to writings by the Apostle Paul and others in the Bible. While many who claim to be “Christian” and many non-believers don’t really understand what the Rapture means; it’s importance cannot be overstated. The Apostle Paul describes the Rapture in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17. The term “Rapture” comes from a Latin word meaning “a carrying off, a transport, or a snatching away.” In verses 16 and 17, the Apostle Paul says: “For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with …
Thank God there are Young People Like Taylor
Although I know there are many devout Christians in the Gen-Z and Millennials generations; there aren’t many of them on social media putting out a message of Jesus’s love. Their efforts to evangelize to their generations should be appreciated. By leading people to Jesus, they are offering them eternal life with God. What better gift could you possibly give another person? One of those Gen-Z influencers, who is a blessing to her generation, is Taylor Alesia. Her enthusiasm for Jesus is compelling and her focus on Jesus is the right focus for anyone who may become a new Christian. Subscribe to her Youtube channel and get some great insights into the Bible, Christianity and current culture. See one of Taylor’s recent messages here:
The Apostle Paul’s Message to the Thessalonians
The Apostle Paul could not have been more clear and unambiguous in his message to the Thessalonians, found in chapter 4 and verses 13-18. “Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and …
How Your Prayers will Work
A really great sermon by Pastor Bobby Schuller asking “What is Your Purpose” and starting with the story of Elijah from the Old Testament (and Elisha). Elijah had performed 7 miracles and was considered a superstar in his time. His disciple Elisha ended up performing 14 miracles after Elijah was taken up to Heaven. Schuller talks about having a vision. He talks about writing down goals. What does it take to achieve goals and make them more manageable? He says to “go for no” because after many “no’s,” there will be a “yes.” He talks about reframing things through the “lens of faith.” He talks about getting excited for the future. Most important, he refers to Mark 11:22 – 26, where Jesus talks about the importance of faith. ““Have faith …
Please Pray for Judge Frank Caprio
This website has a prayers page where people can request prayers for someone in need of prayer, but I decided to put this prayer request on the front page. Judge Caprio posted a request for prayers on December 6, 2023 on Youtube. As of 1/10/24, that short video had 8,358,205 views and 192,124 comments. Judge Caprio is very smart to ask for prayers. The judge is now in his 80s and was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Most doctors would give the judge little hope, but the Greatest Physician isn’t “most doctors.” The one who created us can also heal us. God is supernatural and his healing isn’t something we can understand. But, it requires faith. Jesus said that we must pray and believe. That takes faith because we are …
Nobody is in Heaven
At least; almost nobody. I was reading some tributes recently on social media to a much-loved British actor who just died. Of the hundreds of comments, one said “sleep soundly mate.” How often to we wish that the person who has just passed away “rest in peace?” (RIP) Did you ever consider that the one fan’s comment and the well-wishes of rest in peace are both very Biblical? Jesus told the disciples that his friend Lazarus “sleeps,” when describing his death. Jesus had no reason to employ euphemisms. Jesus described Heaven as “paradise.” Since we know that Heaven is a billion times more wonderful than life on earth, would Jesus have forced Lazarus to leave the splendor of Heaven and return to this earth? Would Peter have done the same …
Why the Nativity – a wonderful video about the birth of the Savior
This is both a wonderfully produced video and a wonderful educational video, reminding us of what happened when Jesus was born and what occurred at that time. It includes historic details that every person should know and think about. The reason for the season is being quickly erased from American culture. This beautiful video is a reminder of why we celebrate Christmas and it’s relevance to all people. Thank you Dr. David Jerimiah and all those who made this video possible.
In the Depths of Addiction; Jesus can Still Save Anyone
One of the most powerful testimonies from a guy who seemed hopelessly addicted and who was living a life of crime. Hear this man’s incredible testimony.