The Wrath Of God!

Romans 1:18-23

As evil men continue to take part in promoting satan’s wicked campaign throughout the earth, God in His wrath, stands in position, ready to judge and subdue all who are ungodly and unrighteous.

Men were created good, and free from all wickedness, but when the serpent deceived Eve (and Adam took part), the relationship between God and man has never been the same. Fortunately, for all who accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, God will save them in the end, but to those who remain unrighteous, immoral, and in sin, their eternity will be spent in an everlasting fire, created for the devil and his angels.

There are some who believe God is unfair, and should not be so hard on wicked men, but the God of Heaven and earth is just. In fact, God is super patient, and allows people ample time and opportunity to turn away from sin, and come to Him. The Bible reads it this way, “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” (2 Peter 3:9 KJV).

God is love, and has expressed His multifaceted compassion since the beginning of creation. The God of creation, desires not that any of His wonderful human beings be lost to eternal damnation, nor face His wrath. For this reason, He offers the free gift of salvation daily, so that anyone seeking the right path, can be saved from this present world of corruption.

Blessed Redemption

Galatians 1:20-24

20 Now the things which I write unto you, behold, before God, I lie not.
21 Afterwards I came into the regions of Syria and Cilicia;
22 And was unknown by face unto the churches of Judaea which were in Christ:
23 But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.
24 And they glorified God in me.

Everyone deserves a second chance in life, even the man who once persecuted God’s people without hesitation. How do you handle those who were once unruly, but God turned them for good? Do you hold grudges against people whom you once despised, or do you offer a helping hand, to assist them on the path of holy and righteous living?

WE’RE NUMBER ONE!

Isaiah 42:10-17

Fanatics of all sports, rave, root, and cheer, as they watch their favorite teams compete for victory. Whether their team’s probability of success is high, or low, fans typically express their unyielding support regardless. While sports team’s can’t guarantee their fans certain victory, the body of Christ can rest assured, the battle against evil, is already won! The praise, glory, and honor believers render to God, is never in vain, and actually pleases the Lord. The Scripture teaches that God inhabits, or takes residence in the praises of His people. When we offer pure praise and worship to the Father, He in turn shows His appreciation by daily loading us with benefits. How many times has your favorite sport team done anything for you, without a price tag attached to it? Unlike teams, that have a possibility to win, or lose, God is undefeated, and He never charges us for anything. His salvation, love, joy, peace, and mercy are all free of charge. The next time you prepare to lose your voice for the Dolphins, Eagles, or Patriots, reconsider screaming those cheers toward Heaven.

Walk in love,

Ell

Rebekah becomes Isaac’s wife

Genesis 24:45-51

We live in a time where men bask in the hopes of fate, chance, and coincidence. Some believe certain things are destined to happen, or turn out a certain way, whereas others are under the impression that events or circumstances occur without apparent causal connection. I’m a firm believer in the fact that God had a predestined will for the lives of everyone who existed. After sin introduced itself in the earth, well those plans began to take unapproved turns. Things happen based on the decisions we make. God has a plan for us, but we decide whether His plan will be applied in our lives based on how we respond to His Word. When we live in obedience to God, we will more than likely walk the paths He sets for us, and encounter the people He planned for us to meet. But when we live outside of the realm of holiness, we find ourselves connecting to people and places we wish we had never crossed paths with. I’m sure by now you’ve thought of some people and places you wish you could delete from your memory.

This lesson continues the story of Isaac and the search for his wife. The key character in this text is Eliezer, Abraham’s head servant. This guy was bold and keen in the ways of holiness, because he was privileged to be under the house of the Father of Faith, Abraham. While on the search for the wife of his master’s son, he prayed to God the perfect scenario, that if granted, would prove to himself who Isaac’s wife should be. This is important to note, because sometimes our prayers aren’t answered because we pray amiss, or outside of what God desires for us. But this servant prayed according to the will that God had for Abraham’s son, Isaac. Just as Eliezer had prayed, God allowed it to happen exactly how he wanted it to. This was very reassuring to the servant, because his sole purpose was to carry out his master’s will, and God honored it.

This is a great lesson for us to follow as well, not only in praying for relationships, but life in general. When we live following the ways of Christ, what we ask God for will always be granted, if our desires are in alignment with what He desires for us. God knows what we need, and when we need it, before we even conjure it in our minds. While we’re seeing through the glass darkened, God sees the whole picture. For this simple reason, everyone should put their total trust in the Lord. Why place all your confidence in men and women who can’t even control their own lives, while God knows the very number of hairs on their heads?

Abraham and his servant knew that God was in control of all things, so trusting Him in their daily affairs wasn’t a hard thing to do. When you pray, be sure that your desires aren’t based on selfish motives. Instead, consider everyone you’re connected to, and ask God to make you better for the purposes of being a blessing to others. If you’re praying for a spouse, know before you pray, the real reason you seek marriage. If you need wisdom and guidance for whatever reason, make certain it’s so that God can get the glory out of it. “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men” (Colossians 3:23). “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31).

Seek peace,

Ell