The importance of a bible.
One of the things you really need to invest in as a new believer is a good study bible. Buy something simple, a version you can understand. God says that His word (the bible) is alive. And believe me it is! He will put you right where He wants you anytime He wants to love on you, give you hope and encouragement, guide you or get on to you. But see in order to hear from Him in this way, you have to actually open it up and read. Ohhhh,... thats the key huh? LOL...yes thats the key. If you are just getting started I recommend starting in John in the New Testament and reading into Acts. It tells of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus then how the church got started. There are really lots of neat things in the bible. And the more you read the more you will want to read.
Becoming a Christian...
Soooo many people believe this: "I'm a good person. I believe in God. Therefore I will go to Heaven." I believed this until I was an adult. It simply is not true you guys. We are sinners. Scripture goes over and over and over the fact that we are not able to enter into heaven with a Holy God unless we have accepted the only thing that takes away our sin. Jesus.
So many people have looked right at me and said "I believe he is who scripture says he is Shannon" well thats a start. But even scripture says the demons believe and "they shutter". Believing Jesus is who he says he is great but listen to this.... we must "believe in our hearts AND confess with our mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord"
I felt very led to post this blog today, so I'm assuming there is reason and will again say...
If you have never asked Jesus to forgive your sins and be your Savior it is a simple prayer you can pray on your own at any time. It will change your life and your eternity. If you doubt, pray anyway. God will help you through your unbelief.
"Until the whole world hears" is the title of Casting Crowns latest CD. It's a great CD and shouts the fact that this is why so many of us do what we do....so you may hear and believe the gospel of Jesus. Please....if you accept Christ through this website, send us a contact and let us know. It is the whole reason we do this. And we will lift you up in prayer.
God bless
Lord, I pray every new believer that has accepted you as Savior in the last few months would recieve your Devine protection as they grow in their faith and walk with You. Teach them to pray, Lord. Minister and speak to them as they are in your Word. Grant them the spiritual nourishment they need to grow. Deliver them from their addictions Lord. Show them that no matter what their problem, you truely are the answer. Please continue to hear our constant plea for revival in this nation, and prepare this land to recieve your Truth. We pray in Jesus name. Amen
