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Forqiven and Free John 3:17 comes riaht after one of the most famous verses in the Bible, and it continues to clarify the manner in which Jesus brings us eternal life. The great gift of God through Jesus comes to all who believe in Jesus as the way to salvation John tells us that Jesus did not come into the world to condemn the world because of its sin, but rather to save the world through His life. death. and resurrection It can be easv to feel condemned or guilty because we don't often see ourselves as worthy of God's love. But this verse tells us something important-regardless of who you are or what you've done, vou are loved by God God is not trying to fill you with guilt or make your life difficult. He wants the bestfor you and desires a relationship with you He loved us so much that He sent His only Son to the earth to give us grace and life that we did not deserve, While it is true that Jesus exposes the darkness of this world (John 3:19), anvone who believes in Jesus and follows Him wil experience salvation, and all that God has to offer. If we choose to follow the wavs of this world rather than Jesus. then our actions and thoughts will lead us to condemnation and death. But if we follow Jesus and believe in His Word, then we will experience eternal life in relationship with God Spend some time thanking God for the amazing qift of eternal life that He has given to you for free. Continue to walk in the light of Jesus knowing that you are no longer condemned, but forgiven and free.

Ecclesiastes 12:1-3 NIV [1 Remember vour Creator in the days of your youth, before the davs of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, " find no pleasure in them"- 12 before the sun and the light and the moon and the stars qrow dark, and the clouds return after the rain; [3 when the keepers of the house tremble, and the strong men stoop, when the grinders cease because they are few, and those looking through the windows grow dim; This passage continues to remind all of us that the dav will come when we will have trouble seeing, hearing, eating and getting around. This tells us how important it is ta earn about God earlv in life. Studies have shown that those who come to faith early in ife, even if thev walk awav for a while, wil return to God. Often this happens after they have children of their own, or when they experience a tragedy and it turns theirhearts back to God Reading this reminded me of a book I once read. 1 am an avid - some might say obsessive - knitter. I earned to knit as a child and have used this skill to make clothing for my family as well as to earn a little money for my craft. This book was on the history of knitting in the United States. In it, it spoke of the need to teach children when they were young and they were required to finish at least 3 or 4 rounds on their stockings before they could play. Learning young was considered mportant so that they could continue to knit and contribute to the family when thev grew old and had trouble seeing. If learning to knit was considered important to a person and that person's family, then consider how much more important it is to have God in our lives. God's presence brinas the warmth of his love, protection from evil and the promise of everlasting oy when this life comes to an end. What better reasons for faith are there?

Bible Verse for April 25

Romans 3:24-25 KJV Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: [25] Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 KJV Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; [2] By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. [3] For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; [4] And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: 2 Timothy 4:1-8 KJV I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; [2] Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine. [3] For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; [4] And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables. [5] But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry. [6] For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. [7] I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: [8] Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. ... ... 📜📜📜✝️✝️✝️🙏🙏🙏⚠️⚠️⚠️😎😎😎 #1611 #Jesus #Bible

Bible Verse for April 26

What does it mean to be a Christian? Set aside the noise of the world and understand that Christian means "follower of Christ." Who is Christ? More than 2,000 vears ago, the Creator of the universe made a wav for humanity to receive foraiveness. Scripture teaches that the cost of sin is death, and under the old covenant, atonement required the sheddinc of innocent blood. That sounds harsh. and it is. But within God's design, justice and mercy meet through sacrifice From the beginning, humanity was divided between those who followed God and those who followed rebellion. In surrounding pagan cultures, even child sacrifice to falsegods like Moloch and Baal took place- somethina God condemned Instead, God established a system where a lamb was offered for sin. This was never the final solution, but a foreshadowing Then God made a way once and for all He sent His Son, Yeshua (Jesus), born of a virgin through the Holy Spirit, from the tribe of Judah. Fully God and fully man, He lived a perfect, sinless life and became the "Lamb of God" who takes away sin. He was crucified, and Scripture records that darkness fell and the earth shook. Three days later, He rose, defeating death. After 40 davs, He ascended into Heaven, where He reigns and will return. What does this mean for you?Salvation is now a gift. We are given a choice: confess our sin, acknowledge our need for a Savior, and surrender our lives to Him. When we do, we are filled with the Holy Spirit and begin a transformed life That path leads to eternity with God- without pain or suffering. Rejecting it means separation from Him, resulting in eternity of suffering. Following Yeshua is not easy. We are not made perfect overnight, but over time we are changed and healed This life is only a moment in eternity. Our souls are eternal, and the choice we make now matters s itworth it? Absolutely. There is nothina we surrender to God thatwas truly good for us Where do you want to spend eternity?

People often make the mistake of not allowing the Lord to teach them truth and righteousness. Instead, they rely on others for their understanding. The Apostle John wrote the following: 1 John 2:27 “But the anointing which you have received of him abides in you, and you need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teaches you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, you shall abide in him.” Once we receive the Holy Spirit, we know that the Lord is the source of all truth. Why do people still seek understanding from others instead of the Lord Himself? If you follow those who teach you truth and righteousness, how will you know what you are being taught is true? You must prove all things by asking the Lord for understanding. The Lord will reveal the truth to you if you simply ask Him. If you have a set schedule for reading the Bible but lack understanding, the words will be meaningless to you. However, if you receive understanding from above, you will see the hidden meaning within the words. For example, when Christ spoke to the people, they heard His words but did not understand them. He told them that the kingdom of God is within them, not something that can be observed. They did not comprehend His message. Romans 14:17 states, “For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.” The kingdom is within us, not outside of us. My advice is always to ask the Lord for understanding.

I was in church once when a preacher was delivering a sermon about the promise God made to Abraham and his descendants. He explained that this promise was specifically for Abraham and his bloodline, meaning that Israel, the nation, would automatically inherit the promise made to Abraham. I’ve heard this explanation from preachers and teachers throughout my life. After the sermon, I asked the preacher if he had ever read what the apostles taught on this issue. Here’s what the apostles said: Galatians 3:16 Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He says not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ. You decide who the Lord was referring to as being the heirs to the promises.

2 Chronicles 20:1 5 cuts directly into crisis: "Do not be afraid or discouraged... for the battle is not yours, but God's." Judah is not imagining danger. "A great multitude" is advancing (2 Chr. 20:2). Fear is present, but it is not allowed to govern Jehoshaphat responds rightly: "He set himself to seek the LORD" (v.3). Before any human plan, he calls for fasting and gathers the people. In his prayer, he confesses dependence: "We have no power... nor do we know what to do, but our eves are upon You" (v.12). Scripture frames this not as weakness, but as proper alignment under God's sovereignty Then God answers through Jahaziel: "Do not be afraid... for the battle is not vours, but God's" (v.15). The issue is not the size of the enemv, but who owns the conflict. God then commands posture, not panic: "Stand firm, hold your position, and see thesalvation of the LORD" (v.17). Their responsibility is obedience; victory belongs to God. The next morning they go out worshiping "Give thanks to the LORD, for His steadfast ove endures forever" (.21). Praise precedes visible breakthrough. As they begin singing, "the LORD set an ambush' against the enemy (v.22), and the opposing armies destroy one another The chapter ends: "So the realm of Jehoshaphat was quiet, for his God gave him rest all around (v.30). The battle did not disappear first--ownership did. And when God is recognized as the true fighter fear loses its authority and rest becomes the outcome @Royal, Holy, Immortal Bible Study Seri