According to Luke, Jesus wanted to make it CLEAR to everyone that he was really REAL. In Luke 24:36-51 you can read about Jesus spending time with his followers after Jesus had died and then rose again.
In verse 49 Jesus also told them that He would send them help by sending His Spirit to them.
Read more of what Jesus has to say about his Spirit in John 14:15-25. He wants to give you help, guidance, comfort, strength and more, through the presence of His Spirit in your life.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Jesus is STILL Alive!
Sometimes, once Easter is past, and the candy eggs have been eaten, we forget the FACT that Jesus is still alive.
He was not only alive 2,000 years ago. He died, and rose again, and has not died since then. Because he is STILL alive, that gives us hope that we too may have eternal life forever! Read Romans 6:8-10 to learn more about that!
People were surprised when Jesus showed up AFTER his death. In Luke chapter 24 you can learn more about things that happened after Jesus' resurrection.
Since Jesus is still alive today, we know that:
1. He can hear us when we pray
2. He can do what needs to be done to help us
3. He will come back and take us to live with Him forever (John 14:2,3)
4. He is who he said he is...the Son of God and the King of heaven.
Monday, April 13, 2009
He IS Alive!
We just sang the song that says,
"Maybe it's a little bit crazy to believe in things I cannot see.
Maybe it's a little bit crazy that my best friend is my savior.
Maybe it's a little bit crazy that a King would give his life for me.
Maybe it's a little bit crazy..."
Thomas thought the other disciples were a little bit crazy when they told him that Jesus was alive. He did NOT believe them. He said he would not believe until he saw and touched Jesus.
Well, it wasn't too long and Thomas was able to do just that. Jesus appeared to him, and said, "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."
We have not seen Jesus, but we believe that HE IS ALIVE!
Hebrews 7:24,25 says, "Jesus lives forever...he is able to save completely those who come to God through him...."
You may read more about Thomas meeting with Jesus in John 20:24-31.
Happy Easter! He is live!
"Maybe it's a little bit crazy to believe in things I cannot see.
Maybe it's a little bit crazy that my best friend is my savior.
Maybe it's a little bit crazy that a King would give his life for me.
Maybe it's a little bit crazy..."
Thomas thought the other disciples were a little bit crazy when they told him that Jesus was alive. He did NOT believe them. He said he would not believe until he saw and touched Jesus.
Well, it wasn't too long and Thomas was able to do just that. Jesus appeared to him, and said, "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."
We have not seen Jesus, but we believe that HE IS ALIVE!
Hebrews 7:24,25 says, "Jesus lives forever...he is able to save completely those who come to God through him...."
You may read more about Thomas meeting with Jesus in John 20:24-31.
Happy Easter! He is live!
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Good Friday
It's a Good Friday.
To consider what Jesus did for us at the cross should take one's breath away. It was a horrible experience, yet what was meant for evil was turned for our good. That's why it truly is a GOOD Friday.
Check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naajYZSbWdw to see a three and a half minute summary of the day we call "Good Friday." May we rejoice that it did NOT stop right there... but SUNDAY was coming!
Pastor Randy
Pastor Randy
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Jesus Paid the Price
We all enjoy receiving good gifts. One of the greatest gifts is not something you can wrap or unwrap. It is not carried in a box, but is carried in one's heart. It is the gift of forgiveness.
Romans 6:23 says, "The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Jesus paid the price so we could be forgiven and receive the gift of eternal life.
You may view a unique -- yet scriptural -- portrayal of Jesus' trial, death and resurrection by going to http://www.thebricktestament.com
Parents should note that not all "lego stories" may be appropriate to allow your children to view by themselves. But, the stories from the life of Christ may be something you'd enjoy looking at as a family.
Celebrate the gift of forgiveness this week. Do you get upset easily? Do you stay mad, or do you forgive? Since Jesus forgave us, we should also forgive others. Let's act on that during this special Easter season.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Little Leads To Bigger
King David did not start off as a king. He started as a shepherd. He needed to feed, guide, and protect those sheep. One time he had to protect them from a bear. Another time he protected them from a lion.
David took care of his father's sheep, and always did his best. As a result, God our heavenly Father, put David in charge of the people of Israel -- God's sheep. Because David was faithful in little ways, he was rewarded in big ways. Because he was faithful with small responsibilities, he was later trusted with bigger responsibilities.
That's the way God works. God watches to see if we handle small things well. If we do, we are rewarded and given the opportunity to do bigger things.
Luke 16:10 says, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”
Matthew 25:23 “Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!”
A couple of other verses to read are Revelation 22:12 and Psalm 62:12.
Each of us, no matter how old, have things we should take care of. If you are faithful with little stuff, you will be rewarded with more. That's the way God does it.
Are there any little things you should be taking care of today? Pray about it, and then get up and do your best! You will be glad you did!
David took care of his father's sheep, and always did his best. As a result, God our heavenly Father, put David in charge of the people of Israel -- God's sheep. Because David was faithful in little ways, he was rewarded in big ways. Because he was faithful with small responsibilities, he was later trusted with bigger responsibilities.
That's the way God works. God watches to see if we handle small things well. If we do, we are rewarded and given the opportunity to do bigger things.
Luke 16:10 says, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”
Matthew 25:23 “Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!”
A couple of other verses to read are Revelation 22:12 and Psalm 62:12.
Each of us, no matter how old, have things we should take care of. If you are faithful with little stuff, you will be rewarded with more. That's the way God does it.
Are there any little things you should be taking care of today? Pray about it, and then get up and do your best! You will be glad you did!
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
The Wise Person
Last Sunday we spoke about having lives built on the solid foundation of God's truth. Jesus talked about this in Matthew 7:24-27. Take time to read that. We had a crazy time with a couple of clowns acting out this story.
Jesus said, "Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock."
It's important to not only HEAR God's Word, but also put it into practice.
People can have coaches tell them what to do in sports...but they also need to put it into action.
Musicians can have lessons on their instruments...but they also have to practice what they've heard.
Christians can listen to pastors, parents and teachers...but it doesn't count unless actions accompany the learning.
Are there things God has told you to do that you need to do?
There is a time to listen, and there is also a time to then get up and DO it!
For a fun time, you may take turns leading "Simon Sez." One person gives directions, and others do the actions. It's important to listen to the right person giving good directions in this game. Even more important, we need to listen to God's directions and DO what he says. That way, you may be a winner in the game of life!
Jesus said, "Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock."
It's important to not only HEAR God's Word, but also put it into practice.
People can have coaches tell them what to do in sports...but they also need to put it into action.
Musicians can have lessons on their instruments...but they also have to practice what they've heard.
Christians can listen to pastors, parents and teachers...but it doesn't count unless actions accompany the learning.
Are there things God has told you to do that you need to do?
There is a time to listen, and there is also a time to then get up and DO it!
For a fun time, you may take turns leading "Simon Sez." One person gives directions, and others do the actions. It's important to listen to the right person giving good directions in this game. Even more important, we need to listen to God's directions and DO what he says. That way, you may be a winner in the game of life!
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