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1:21 And she shall bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name JESUS; for it is he that shall save his people from their sins.
An angel told Joseph that Jesus would "save His people from their sins." That is a concept you don't hear much about today (even in churches) -- being saved from your sins.
We hear a lot about being saved into Heaven. In fact, many people think that "going to Heaven" is the sum total of Christianity -- just getting people through the "pearly gates". Jesus didn't see it that way though. In the "Lord's Prayer" or the "Our Father", Jesus taught us to pray: "Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven." According to Jesus, Christians are suppose to pray for God's will to be done here on earth, just like it is in Heaven. And that begins, not in governments or in religious organizations; but in my life and in your life. According to Jesus' prayer, you and I need to do the will of God here on earth. Now that is radical!
For us to obey God daily, we must be saved from our sins. If we are in bondage to self-destruction and rebellion, we won't do God's will. In other words, Christianity is a lifestyle. It is a lifestyle of moral purity, freedom from self-destructive behaviors, and victorious daily living as we demonstrate to others the love and character Christ.
You believe good doctrine. The Bible says the devils also believe and even "tremble". You have had an experience with God. Spiritual experiences are fairly common. But here is the key to genuine Christianity: Are you living a Christian lifestyle? Are you saved from your sins?
Why do we Christians concern ourselves so much about getting into Heaven and ignore obeying God on earth? Isn't it time for us Christians to begin to daily live what we say we believe?
Maybe we should quit asking the question: "Am I going to Heaven?" And start asking: "Am I obeying God today? Am I being led by the Spirit moment by moment? Am I giving my life in service and love to others?" |
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| Great blog Steve, A thought to ponder and do! |
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| I appreciate your supprot, Evangelist Keith. |
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nothing is more accurate!! Our main concern must be daily living for Him. The words we say have very little effect compared to the path we walk. |
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| I appreciate the Amen Corner, Harold and Donna! |
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| Shirley: The path we walk is where the victory comes. He will give us every place we are so bold to put our feet. Victory is mine! |
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April 10, 2008 at 12:32am |
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| Like we said in a prior blog. saved FROM sins. Saved TO what? If not action and obedience to god, then what? |
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"...not in governments or in religious organizations; but in my life and in your life."
Amen!! Bravo!! Well said!
"Christianity is a lifestyle"
Agree 1,000% !!! Great blog Pastor Steve! |
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| It is like Mary told the servants in Cana: "Whatever He says to you, do it. |
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Good one Steve,
2:13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of [his] good pleasure. Talk about sufficient help ! He is in us, supplying all we need ! |
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