Mediocrity Is Not A Choice!

Revelation 3:15 – 16 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spew thee out of my mouth. 

Did You Get That? Mediocrity is not a choice! So, run with fire, run the race to WIN! If you can't, or worse yet, won't - don't stand in the way of those that wish to honor God and serve Christ with everything in them. An old car commercial comes to mind - "THE END IS NEAR", so make it count, run to WIN. If you have a weaker brother running this race along side of you, reach out and offer them a hand, encourage them, pray for them and help them run the race.

HE GAVE HIS LIFE FOR US!!! How can we give Him any less than our very best? Come on you can do this thing, pick up the pace, let's win this thing, come on - KEEP GOING!!!

The Power of a Godly Woman

The Power of a Godly Woman “The Hand That Rocks The Cradle – Is The Hand That Rules The World” “As Mother’s Go, So Goes The Nation” “A Mother’s Love Will Stand The Test Of Time” “A Godly Wife Holds Her Husband’s Heart In Her Hands” “The Tongue Of A Godly Woman Is Full Of Kindness”

There have been many clichés over the years about women, motherhood and wives; none fully do justice for that of a Godly Woman… For a Godly woman is a true Princess of the King, our Lord and Saviour, that above all things, brings Honor and Glory to Him and the Father. They are a testimony of God’s compassion and tenderheartedness to this world. As they grow in His Spirit, they grow in His wisdom and embody the very likeness of Balance and Completeness in a Godly marriage. Their devotion to God first, adds richness, fullness and depth to their marriage, fulfilling a level of submission that is then reflected back through the heart of a Godly man and husband.

As a young lad, I witnessed the heart of two Godly women in my dear Grand-Mothers, both loved the Lord, both served Him first and their husband’s second – the correct formula for a lasting marriage. Both of these fine ladies were bold for the Heavenly Father and His dear Son. Both were prayer warriors, both honored God; thusly honoring and respecting their husbands privately and publically. Through the prayers and support of these women, their husbands became great Godly men in their churches and communities. Unknowingly, these women’s testimonies furthered a ministry and work for God that went on for several generations.

Ladies, pray for your men fervently and continuously, showing God your heart in loving prayer for your husband and his testimony. Build him up with your honor and respect, when offered from the heart of a Godly woman, a man will stand strong and experience God’s Grace through your loving dedication. When that husband’s heart is right with God, and walking in His will, he will reflect your ministry to him back to you and those around him 10 fold. He will make you feel like the royalty that you are as a Princess of the Lord Jesus Christ. God never intended marriage to be a 50/50 arrangement, He expects both to invest 100% of their Love and Energy to make it work, through Honoring God, our Heavenly Father first.

It’s all about perspective, when we have the priorities straight, HE blesses the pure hearts of husband and wife, enriching the marriage and life becomes more abundant – to overflowing. Foolish weak men, a culture run amuck, and fast paced lives have begun to strip away the Spiritual Intimacy in our marriages. For we as a Nation, yes, even the world at large have moved God from His rightful place in our lives. The end results in this travesty, shaky, uncommitted marriages that are unfulfilling and empty. The world is full of men that have lost their place in the world because they do not have Godly women behind them, praying them through the tests and trials. We have women that are used, abused, disrespected and depressed because we have egotistical men that have taken their eyes off of God and his purpose for their lives. These weakened ungodly men have put the balance of family life at risk through their selfish unholy desires.

It is my opinion that we are in the last days. God has given us over as a Nation, as a people, as the world, he has given us over to our own hearts desires. In turning from Him, we are only left with our own lusts of the flesh, allowing the sinful nature to which we are born, to define us as a generation.

Women of the world, turn back to God, start revival in the world – one heart at a time, and begin with revival in your heart. Pray that God will work in your husband’s life, show him the example of submission, by submitting yourself to Christ, seeking His Power, His Mercy, His Grace and His Blessing. PRAY for all that you are, that God will touch your husband, and turn his heart towards home. Change this world towards Christ, through making your life count for Him, you will touch hearts that you are not even aware are watching, God will bless that commitment and dedication. Oh how my heart aches for the days when our Churches were filled with Godly women. They were God’s blessing and silent strength behind the men that were Spiritual giants of my youth.

Dear Father, Please start a revival in the hearts of woman in our Churches, Communities, States and Nation this very day. Touch the hearts of men, to submit their selves unto their wives, even as your Son submitted Himself to You and died on the cross for the Church. Father, Please, make the men of our Churches – real men, not afraid to love their wives and protect them as a precious flower, and gift from You. In these things, I give you all the Honor, the Glory and the Praise in Jesus Name, Amen.

Proverbs 31:10-31 (New King James Version) The Virtuous Wife 10 Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband safely trusts her; so he will have no lack of gain. 12 She does him good and not evil all the days of her life. 13 She seeks wool and flax, and willingly works with her hands. 14 She is like the merchant ships; she brings her food from afar. 15 She also rises while it is yet night, and provides food for her household and a portion for her maidservants. 16 She considers a field and buys it; from her profits she plants a vineyard. 17 She girds herself with strength, and strengthens her arms. 18 She perceives that her merchandise is good, and her lamp does not go out by night. 19 She stretches out her hands to the distaff, and her hand holds the spindle. 20 She extends her hand to the poor, yes; she reaches out her hands to the needy. 21 She is not afraid of snow for her household, for all her household is clothed with scarlet. 22 She makes tapestry for herself; her clothing is fine linen and purple. 23 Her husband is known in the gates, when he sits among the elders of the land. 24 She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies sashes for the merchants. 25 Strength and honor are her clothing; she shall rejoice in time to come. 26 She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness. 27 She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness. 28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: 29 “Many daughters have done well, but you excel them all.” 30 Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her own works praise her in the gates.

Here are a few other insights to Godly Women I found, and wish to share with you. God Bless!

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Barbara Hughes: from her book "10 Disciplines of a Godly Woman:

1. Discipline of the Gospel: The Source of Godliness
2. Discipline of Submission: The Posture of Godliness
3. Discipline of Prayer: Submission’s Lifeline
4. Discipline of Worship: Submission’s Celebration
5. Discipline of Mind: Submission’s Education
6. Discipline of Contentment: Submission’s Rest
7. Discipline of Propriety: Submission’s Behavior
8. Discipline of Perseverance: Submission’s Challenge
9. Discipline of Singleness or Marriage: Submission’s Framework
10. Discipline of Good Deeds: Submission’s Industry Discipline seems like a hard word, but discipline is your lifeline, something that you learn to embrace and thank God for as you grow in him.

The apostle Paul links the idea of discipline with spiritual life: “Train yourself for godliness”—referring to a spiritual workout—for “godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come” (1 Timothy 4:7-8). A Christian woman’s life is about bringing her will and every area of her life under submission to God’s will.

1. Discipline of the Gospel: The Source of Godliness “Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures” (1 Corinthians 15:3). To be a godly woman you must know what this gospel is, believe it, and make it the center of your life. Never lose the wonder of the gospel. John 3:16 is not only a beautiful summary of what God has done, it ought to be the true center of our living—defining, motivating, and satisfying us. The gospel is a woman’s first and most important discipline, for it is the source of godliness.

2. Discipline of Submission: The Posture of Godliness It saddens me that submission has been eliminated from our cultural vocabulary. Bringing our lives into submission to God’s will in everything is the key to being a godly woman (Philippians 2:8-11). It is also the path to joy. Submission applies to every area of our lives, and we begin by restoring the gospel to its rightful place at the center of our thoughts and deeds every day. It’s an ongoing, daily choosing of God’s ways over our own ways (James 4:7-10; Hebrews 12:9). Is the will of God more important than our lives (Luke 9:24)?

3. Discipline of Prayer: Submission’s Lifeline Pray “at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication” (Ephesians 6:18). Prayer is the source of power for growth and perseverance in our spiritual lives. It bends our wills to God’s, which is what submitting our lives is all about. Prayer cannot be reduced to a few simple rules, and though we sometimes talk about meditation, confession, adoration, submission, and petition, there is no prescribed order. But continual prayer is God’s will for us… we must always be “looking up,” even when driving to work or cleaning the house.

4. Discipline of Worship: Submission’s Celebration Worship encompasses all of life: “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice; holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship” (Romans 12:1). Because Christ is the ultimate revelation of God (Colossians 1:15-20), he must be the central focus of our worship as understood through Scripture (1 Timothy 4:13). Worship —whether by oneself at home, in the workplace, classroom, or with the church gathered—is consecration. Every woman who calls herself a Christian must understand that worship is the ultimate priority of her life… every day.

5. Discipline of Mind: Submission’s Education No computer will ever be able to think God’s thoughts or know the heart of God or do his works. But it’s what the brain was created for—to have the mind of Christ. What a scandal that so many Christians don’t think Christianly! In one comprehensive sentence, Paul prescribes his personal mental program: “Whatever is true… honorable… just… pure… lovely… commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things” (Philippians 4:8). If you are filled with God’s Word, your life can then be informed and directed by God—your relationships at home, parenting, career, ethical decisions, and internal moral life.

6. Discipline of Contentment: Submission’s Rest Paul wrote from prison that he had “learned in whatever situation I am to be content” (Philippians 4:11). Fortunately for us, he said that he had “learned”... there is hope for all of us who face the monster of discontent! Applying our knowledge of God to our circumstances is the key to contentment. It will be ours when all that God is and all that he has done in Christ fills our heart. We may lack many things in this world, but as godly women we must work to develop the discipline of contentment.

7. Discipline of Propriety: Submission’s Behavior Propriety means behaving in ways appropriate for Christians—actions that don’t bring shame to the Gospel and to Christ. Propriety elevates our words, our appearance, and our attitudes. It’s a perfect word for describing what Paul means when he tells believers to act “in a manner of life…worthy of the gospel” (Philippians 1:27). Propriety means acting in a way worthy of the Gospel in dress (1 Peter 3:3-4), speech, and attitude (Colossians 3:12-14). If your behavior is worthy of the Gospel, the source of that behavior will be a heart authentically bowed in humble submission to Jesus as Lord.

8. Discipline of Perseverance: Submission’s Challenge Faith in the goodness of God in the face of extreme adversity grows out of a discipline of perseverance in the day-in, day-out grind of everyday life. “Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us” (Hebrews 12:1). We all can develop perseverance by daily submitting to God’s will and looking to Jesus in whatever irritating, insignificant duties or grand-scale tragedies we may suffer (Romans 8:18; Hebrews 12:3). It involves submitting to God in our trials while trusting him to be good, wise, merciful, just, kind, lovingly all-knowing, and all-powerful.

9. Discipline of Singleness or Marriage: Submission’s Framework Singleness is a positive assignment (1 Corinthians 7:7) to be joyously received knowing that God doesn’t plan to give anyone less than the best. If marriage is our “assignment,” then we must discipline ourselves to submit to God’s will—to live as our husbands’ helpers (Genesis 2:18), submitting to and respecting their position (Ephesians 5:22-24), and developing a gentle and quiet spirit (1 Peter 3:1). As single or married daughters of Eve—the “mother of all living” (Genesis 3:20)—we must cultivate nurturing spirits. How we care for others will be dictated by where God places us—in a home, in a hospital, in the inner city, wherever.

10. Discipline of Good Deeds: Submission’s Industry As believers we are “created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them” (Ephesians 2:10). Good deeds are the redeemed heart’s response of gratitude for the gift of God’s grace (1 Peter 2:12). We gospel women must determine to develop the discipline of good deeds: “as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone and especially to those who are of the household of faith” (Galatians 6:10). Let us fill our days with good deeds. As you cultivate the disciplines of godly womanhood, consider Paul’s words: “I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me” (1 Corinthians 15:10). There is no contradiction between grace and hard work. As we attempt to do God’s will, he always gives more grace!

Barbara Hughes

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M U S I C...

MUSIC

Music Is More Powerful Than Any Earthly King!

To touch a man's heart in song, you secure a place in time forever!

RC Hall - 22 January 2010

Where Are You?

Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 26a Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness”. Genesis 2:7 And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being. Genesis 3:8 And they heard the sound of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God among the trees of the garden. 9 Then the LORD God called to Adam and said to him, “Where are you?” The creation story is so dear to me, for it show’s light on God’s plan to fellowship with man on a very personal and intimate level. God created man to walk with in the Garden, that we would choose to commune with Him, to have Fellowship with Him and Praise and Worship Him as our Creator. He was not far off, he walked with Adam in the cool of the evening – talking with this man He created. Sin had not yet entered the world; it was still pure, clean, fresh and beautiful. His presence was not harmful to Adam and Eve, for they were at that point – “without sin”. Prior to Lucifer and that whole chain of events, we walked with GOD, physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, we walked with our FATHER. Our Father set the guidelines of acceptable behavior and obedience, and the whole world was our playground. The Garden of Eden was beyond any human words of interpretation or description. HE created it for our pleasure, our enjoyment to live FREE and un-tethered, walking with both the Lion and the Lamb. GOD provided everything we needed to survive, there was peace and tranquility, and it was all GOOD! With one simple tiny mental decision, one simple physical act, man instantly separated himself from the presence of GOD. Had Adam thought the whole process out, he would not have bit into the fruit. GOD warned him, GOD told him what the consequences of disobedience would be, and yet he “chose” to disobey, with his eyes wide open to the results of that choice. He chose a moment of instant gratification over an “eternity” of life with his Father and the ruling over the earth. Think about it, before the bite into the “Fruit of Good & Evil” there was NO DEATH – Life was eternal!!! He literally gave up Eternity and Physical Perfection with GOD, to please his wife and taste the fruit. In some 7000+ years since the Garden of Eden, man still chooses the temptations of this life over eternity with GOD. Even people that call themselves Christians today, walk so close to the line of separation, that you can literally see no difference in their life – from that of the unsaved. Christ came to pay the price of redemption by spilling His own blood, and laying down His own life so that we may be “restored” to our original purpose. God created us for fellowship, to love Him because we want to, to be obedient as a product of that love for Him. We are drawn to Him, seeking His Righteousness and Holiness, following His Son and conforming to Christ’s likeness. To that point, we read in 1st Corinthians 11:32 But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world. The Lord wants us to walk HIS path, and not our own – separating ourselves from the world’s ways. Because He loves us, He chastens us as we are told in Hebrews 12:6 For whom the Lord loves he chastens, and scourgeth every son whom he receives. We that truly follow Him will hear His calling or tugging of our hearts when we submit to our will and not His. He wants us to follow His teachings willingly, but the Spirit that dwells within us will speak to our hearts when we drift away – calling us – “where are you?” I will not sit here and tell you that it is easy, but I will tell you that if you seek His face, He will bless your faithfulness. There is no special formula to get closer with God, it is simply a choice, a commitment and the submission of your desires to Him and His will. As you exercise your faith, relying on Him and looking back over your path to see HIS HAND in your life, He will honor that faith and fill your heart. As you grow in His Holy Spirit, He will move you from one level of Glory to the next. So tell me, “where are you” in your spiritual walk? Are you enjoying the Blessings of walking in His Light, are you sharing the Gospel with friends? Do those around you see the Fruit of the Spirit in your life? Or are you stumbling, weak in the knees and feeling Spiritually unfulfilled? Practice what you believe – put feet to your faith! Bend your knees in humility and pray to Almighty God to work in your life, commit to Him and then follow through. Show Him that you mean business, that you are not lazy in practicing your faith. Step out and help someone you know that is in need. Take a meal to a widow that is in need of a meal or a friend. Study the B-Attitudes taught in Matthew and plug into a few and practice them in your homes, neighborhoods and communities. Meet with your Pastor or a Deacon and figure out what your Spiritual Gifts are and put them to work in service for the Lord. PLUG IN! You want to feel closer to God, then get busy and SERVE HIM – and Him alone. Both feet in His Spirit, one foot in the world will leave you double minded and of no use to Him. If you don’t know Christ, He can’t call you friend, God will not hear your voice and you can’t answer the call “Where are you?” Let a comment at the bottom of this post, and I will introduce you to Jesus Christ, and walk you through some basic truths that you must learn in order to understand your Spiritual condition. He is waiting to greet you with open arms, he is standing at the door of your heart knocking, and the only thing you have to do is open the door. HE will do the rest. “Dear Father in Heaven, we come to your Throne Room in awe, and in humility understanding our position in creation. Father, we thank you Dear Lord for allowing your Son to come to this earth and pay the price to redeem our lost souls. Thank you father for once again providing A Way to get to you through the veil, and standing before you justified and redeemed, wrapped in your precious Son’s righteousness. Father if there be even one soul out there that reads this message, and seeks Your Face, then let all creation rejoice, and I will give YOU all the Glory and Praise. We thank You Father for your many blessings, and that peace that escapes all explanation that You pour out in times of need. Be with your children this week Lord, give us strength to walk Your path, and seek Your will. In all these things we will give all Praise, we praise in Jesus Name, Amen.”

Can you see past the Man? ©

Can you see past the Man? 1Timothy 3:1-9 1 This is a true saying, if a man desires the office of a bishop (Pastor / Minister), he desires a good work. 2 A bishop (Pastor / Minister) then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt to teach; 3 Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; 4 One that rules’ well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity; 5 (For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?) 6 Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil. 7 Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil. Galatians 5:22-26 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. 24 And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. 25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. 26 Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another. In today’s world, the culture has created a mentality among the masses of “individuality”, where men are elevated in the midst of character mediocrity. Integrity, reputation, veracity are all attributes that have found their way to the “endangered species” list. The world is losing ground corporately any sense of Godliness, Righteousness and Holiness, finding men that Love and Honor God is becoming extremely rare. The Church has elevated the “Super Church” and mega preachers that promote the entertainment value of the church, rather than the “Sin of the World and the need of a Saviour”… The Sin Of The World… The NEED Of A Saviour… HUMILITY? A place we come to, acknowledging our fallen condition before the GOD of the Universe, then accepting HIS plan and path to Salvation. That nothing of our own design or will can bridge the gap of sin, nothing. Humility, letting God be God, and understanding our place and position in the grand scheme of things, feeling small in HIS presence and then Loving Him for WHO HE IS… Tell me a story of a Leader in your Church, Local, State or Federal Government that exercises these traits today. Can you? For if a leader is truly a Godly Man, and living the life that God requires, you won’t see the individual; you will see past the Man, you will SEE the very Heart of God! This world Cries Out for Compassion, Cries Out for Peace, and Cries Out for Hope – but tries to explain away the Very One that would fill those desires and wants of the Heart. God’s man will be transparent, he will usher you into the place where you will see God and not recognize the person delivering the message. He will be a peace maker, while in this man’s presence you will feel comfortable, loved and in the presence of righteousness. God’s man, a person that loves people, is gentle and kind and has a tender heart for the Saints of Christ. Yet when he is pushed on Doctrinal Truths, he will not bend or sway. God’s man will exercise Meekness (strength and power under control); he will speak the Truth in Love, with Peace and Restoration for the brethren always being on his heart. He will pain for the lost, while he disciples the flock to reach out to those without Christ in our communities. God’s man will exhibit humility and sacrifice for his flock, not realizing he has done so. When is the last time you were in the presence of someone that you felt the very presence of God? When was the last time in memory you can remember being in the presence of Holiness and Righteousness while talking to someone. God’s man is close to the Father, he is Christ’s under shepherd and he understands his place, his responsibility and the accountability that comes with the job. As 1st Timothy 3 tells us, this man is Blameless (above reproach); he is the Husband of ONE Wife (not one at a time, one wife until death separates them). He is to be vigilant in his faith and guard the Truth with every ounce of his being. He is to be sober, mentally and physically, not embarking in activities, drink or chemicals that would challenge or impair his ability to discern the Truth. God’s man will always be of good behavior, not loose with his tongue, or harbor pride in his heart. He will be aware of his surroundings and know who is in his presence and not offend a weaker brother or sister. He will enjoy the company of his flock and love them dearly, growing the social component of fellowship in his Church without compromise to the Gospel. Finally, he will have the Gift of Teaching, exhibiting fluent knowledge and intimacy of the Word of God. Yes, God’s Man will be transparent, his life, his work, his existence will point to the God of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and David. His demeanor, character and social grace shall effortlessly point to Jesus Christ and you will know you are in the presence of a Godly man, even though he has NO sense of himself in the moment. God’s man is completely human, while everything about him points to God and the Son of Man, our beloved Jesus Christ. Transparency in spiritual terms does not call attention to itself; it provides the window to the Spiritual portion of our existence, connecting the Creature with the Creator allow GOD to work in the heart of men. In this lifetime, I have had the great fortune of knowing a few men that had this great quality. The first was my Grand Father John C. Hall; he was a great teacher and man of God, instrumental in building my desire in my heart to share the Gospel through this blog site. The second was my Grand Father Robert C. Tormey; a man literally transformed by the indwelling Power of God though the Holy Spirit. The third man was Pastor Steven Burns, who I have known since 1979. He loved me when I was not a very kind person, just as Christ loves the unlovable. Through his discipleship, God took the head knowledge I carried from my Grand Fathers, and pushed it to my heart. Teaching me that my Christian Testimony is not what I tell you it is – my testimony is what YOU see it to be. Living out our faith in a very real and practical sense that points to Christ in everything we say and do. In all three of these wonderful men, I saw Christ, and learned the Heart of my GOD. Though God’s sovereignty, and by the work of these men, they helped me see in my mind’s eye, God as He is described in the entire Bible. Loving us and wanting fellowship with us, all the while remaining Holy, Just and Righteous true to HIS character. Loving us enough that He provided the only means for us to have restoration spiritually. He GAVE Us – His Best, He sent HIS Loving, Obedient and Only Begotten Son to die on the Cross to pay the eternal payment for our lost souls. Ripping down the veil that separated us from Him, for we can now stand before the God of the Universe wrapped in His Son’s righteousness, being justified and washed in His shed blood. Our part (which is even given of Him), is to simply believe on Jesus Christ, have Faith in His Power, and Faith in God’s Promise to Forgive and Redeem us. Upon that Choice and Decision to walk HIS Way, and not our own, making Him Sovereign Lord over our lives – we too will learn to be transparent allowing others to see Christ through our lives. Dear Precious Lord, we carry our Thanks to You, acknowledging Your Power and Place as our Creator, and as we grow in Your Spirit, we learn to know you as Abba Father. I pray Father, that in all that I share on this blog, it consistently and completely points to YOU. Lord, if I am to be a servant to you, humble my heart, yet don’t let me see it and puff up in pride. Thank you dear Lord for all the opportunities; forgive me Father for not always recognizing your prompts to speak or act in Your name. Dear Jesus, Thank You, for all that You are in my life, and for all that You have worked in this old sinful heart. Please Lord, continue to chip away at all the rough spots, never allow me to be a hindrance or a bump in the road for those truly seeking You. Lord God, touch my heart, help me walk the Christian walk, mold me into Christ’s image – never let me cease to want You more. In all things Father, I will give YOU the Honor, the Glory, the Praise and the Thanks, in Your strong Son’s Name I pray, in Jesus the Christ we pray, Amen.

God's Love For The Un-Lovable!

John 3 (1) There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. (2) This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.” (3) Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (4)Nicodemus said to Him, “How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mother’s womb and be born?” (5) Jesus answered, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God. (6) That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. (7) Do not marvel that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.’ (8) The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear the sound of it, but cannot tell where it comes from and where it goes. So is everyone who is born of the Spirit.” (9) Nicodemus answered and said to Him, “How can these things be?” (10) Jesus answered and said to him, “Are you the teacher of Israel, and do not know these things? (11) Most assuredly, I say to you, We speak what We know and testify what We have seen, and you do not receive Our witness. (12) If I have told you earthly things and you do not believe, how will you believe if I tell you heavenly things? (13) No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man £who is in heaven. (14) And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up, (15) that whoever believes in Him should £not perish but have eternal life. (16) 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. (17) For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved. (18) “He who believes in Him is not condemned; but he who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. (19) And this is the condemnation, that the light has come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. (20) For everyone practicing evil hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his deeds should be exposed. (21) But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his deeds may be clearly seen, that they have been done in God.”