Are You Ready?

There has been something that has been heavy on my heart for the past few days and I feel the need to share it with all of you.  My church had a Bible Prophesy Conference over the weekend that covered the 2nd coming of Jesus Christ and the end times.  Even though, I only made it to one of the three services, it has been on mind and heart ever since.

The Bible teaches that Christ's return is imminent; it can happen at any moment . His return will be like a thief in the night.  "No one knows about that day or hour, even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father." Matthew 24:36  Every day, every hour, every minute, every second we get closer to that day of the Lord's return.

Are you ready?

Fellow Christians, do we live with an eternal perspective?  If Jesus comes back today would He be pleased with what He sees in your life?  Are we concern about others and their souls? I know I am guilty of not being concern for others and where they will spend eternity. I get so caught up in my day to day life that I don't take the time to be concerned for people.  Even though I know and wait on the 2nd coming of Christ, I am not out bringing in the harvest.  I have even been guilty of wanting the Lord wait until I can experience some of the precious things here on earth such as pregnancy, children, building a life with my husband, etc but who am I to do that.  Heaven is greater that anything I can ever image or even want here on earth.  I guess in my human sinful mind, I think I will be missing out if I don't get to experience those things.  Oh Lord, forgive me for having this mind set.  I want to live with an eternal perspective... longing to see your face.  Give me a passion for people and a concern for the lost.  

Do you have a personal relationship with Christ? If not, you may wonder how you can have a relationship with Him. Well, it's very easy... 

In your personal opinion, what do you understand it takes for a person to go to heaven?

Some people say that it is by doing good things. Some say if the good they do out weighs the bad. Some say it is by being religious or being a member of a church.

How does the Bible answer this question?

We Can Show You By Using The Word

FAITH.

F is for FORGIVENESS

We cannot have eternal life and heaven without God's forgiveness.— In Him [meaning Jesus] we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins - Ephesians 1:7a, NKJV.

A is for AVAILABLE

Forgiveness is available. It is —

• Available for All .— For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life - John 3:16, NKJV.

• But Not Automatic —Not everyone who says to Me, "Lord, Lord," shall enter the kingdom of heaven— Matthew 7:21a, NKJV.

I is for IMPOSSIBLE

It is impossible for God to allow sin into heaven.

• Because of who He is: God is loving and just. His judgement is against sin. —For judgement is without mercy to the one who has shown no mercy - James 2:13a, NKJV.

• Because of who we are: Every person is a sinner. —For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. - Romans 3:23, NKJV.

But how can a sinful person enter heaven, when God allows no sin?

T is for TURN

Turn means repent.

• Turn from something-sin and self. —But unless you repent you will all likewise perish - Luke 13:3b, NKJV.

• Turn to Someone: trust Christ only. —If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved - Romans 10:9, NKJV.

H is for HEAVEN

Heaven is eternal life.

• Here —I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly - John 10:10b, NKJV.

• Hereafter —And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also - John 14:3, NKJV.

• How? How can a person have God's forgiveness, heaven and eternal life, and Jesus as personal Savior and Lord?

By trusting in Christ and asking Him for forgiveness.

Take the step of faith described by another meaning of FAITH:

Forsaking All I Trust Him.

A simple prayer you may use.....

Dear Jesus, I know I am a sinner and have displeased You in many ways. I believe You died for my sin and only through faith in Your death and resurrection can I be forgiven. I want to turn from my sin and ask You to come into my life as my Savior and Lord. From this day on, I will follow You by living a life that pleases You. Thank You, Lord Jesus, for saving me. Amen.

After you have received Jesus Christ into your life, tell a Christian friend about the important decision you have made. Follow Christ in believer's baptism and church membership. Grow in faith and enjoy new friends in Christ by becoming a part of His church and attending the Sunday School class a church has just for you. You'll find others who will love and support you.

If you prayed to receive Christ, let me know so I can rejoice with you in the exciting time in your life.