Reset Button
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new”
Have you ever wished for a “do over”? Maybe you were playing your favorite video game and things weren’t going right. Did you ever press the “reset’ button, to have another try? Or maybe you are on your computer and everything freezes up, and progress stops. The only way to fix it was to press “reset”. In real life those chances seldom come. Too often our mistakes are permanent and our failures plague us forever. Missed opportunities rarely come around the second time. Don’t you wish there was a “reset” button in life? To be able to back to the beginning and give that level, that problem in life a second try? If only there was a “reset” button for an opportunity to do some things over in our past.
“Come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need” (Hebrews 4:16). The privilege of repentance allows us to experience a new start in life, the forgiveness of past transgressions, and the opportunity to begin anew. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9). This is a spiritual “reset button.” We can have a reboot from our old sinful lives when we turn to God and forsake the sins of our past. Repentance is the “reset button”. “Old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17).
“We were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4).
restart. Hit the reset button through repentance and receive the joy of forgiveness and experience new life!
Filled With Grief
David was filled with grief and so too are we vulnerable to depression. It’s a difficult mindset to escape once you allow those inward thoughts to take hold. Take heart and realize this…God has a plan for your happiness. Your happiness will be sustained not by circumstances, but by His enduring love for you. Once you realize the depth of His love, your inwardly thoughts will turn outwardly towards loving others.
Be Renewed
We are forgiven of our sins and because of this we are free from our old ways. We no longer need to be chained to guilt or behave immorally. Instead, allow yourself to be renewed and refreshed. Learn the heart of God by reading the Bible today and putting into action the teachings of Christ. It is with Him you will find freedom.
The Little Drummer Boy
Jesus First This Christmas
Do Not Be Afraid
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy the will be for all the people.” Luke 2:10
The Gateway
Eternal life is considered to be narrow because there is only one way, through believing in Christ Jesus. Unfortunately, as the Bible says, only a few will find it. The road is difficult because it may mean we lay down our pride, take the high road, and serve others with love. But, oh how blessed we are that there is a road!
Kind Of Sorrow
It’s hard to believe, but sometimes God WANTS us to become sad and upset. He desires that we use those emotions constructively for spiritual growth to bring us closer to Him. The big question is at the end of the day do you feel sadness over your past behavior because of disobedience to God or for the consequences of your actions? Feeling worldly sorrow? Don’t worry, seek God in all of your ways.
First Among You
We are all leaders whether we know it or not. But the real questions is if you recognize your leadership among others and lead according to Jesus’s standard. Not even Jesus abused His power to advance His efforts. So why do we? What areas of your life do you place yourself above others?
Teaching the Truth
It’s very important we stay tuned into God’s word. Otherwise, how will we know if we are receiving the truth according to Christ’s teaching? Couldn’t we easily be misguided if we are not well versed with the truth? God has blessed us with an important tool, the Bible. Let’s use it correctly to steer ourselves in the right direction as well as to determine if others are teaching us correctly. Are you familiar with the Bible to determine if others are teaching according to what it says?