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Talking About the Blood of Jesus Cleansing Sins-Nonsense to Unbelievers

admin — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:50:31 +0000

Unless there is a thorough explanation of why Jesus poured out his blood for our sins, unbelievers will be confused about the whole statement that the blood of Jesus washes away our sins. This type of “Christian jargon” can only be understood by fellow believers who understand why we are saved from eternal punishment because of the blood that was shed by Christ.

Matthew 26:28
For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.

When we are witnessing to unbelievers, I think it is very important that they understand that we are guilty of breaking God’s laws… laws which are summed up in the Ten Commandments. Don’t steal, lie, commit murder, covet your neighbors spouse, take the Lord’s name in vain. We are sentenced to eternal punishment in hell unless Jesus is the Lord of our life because we have ALL broken God’s laws. It is very much like being guilty of committing an earthly crime and receiving the death sentence from an earthly judge.

Imagine if you were sentenced to death and someone walked in the court room and said: “Your honor, I’ll take the punishment for the wrongs they have done, let them go free.”

When Jesus was being beaten and crucified to death, he was taking the punishment for our sins upon himself so that we would not have to be cast into eternal flames as payment for the sins we have committed. Thus he paid the price for our freedom.

This explanation of being guilty of a crime and having someone else pay the price for us will make a lot more sense to an unbeliever than if we tell them that the blood of Jesus cleanses them from all unrighteousness. If they don’t understand why he poured out his blood unto death, the statement will be nonsense to the unbeliever.

Being Dead in Transgressions

Been With Jesus?

admin — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 04:21:09 +0000

Time with Jesus

When we have been with Jesus it is recognizable. The Holy Spirit within us brings a comforting presence to those around us. Our smile is seen as not just an ordinary smile, but one that releases joy. Compassion flows through us and people can tell that we have been with Jesus. Take time to be with Jesus, make time to pray and read God’s word today.

Acts 4:13
When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus.

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Miracles in Your Hands

admin — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 02:41:37 +0000

This devotional about miracles in your hands was provided by the Prayer For Youth website. If you have a teenager and would like to send them excellent devotionals here is the youth daily devotions link.

Today’s Daily Devotion

John 14:12
I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in me will do what I have been doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father.

I believe that Jesus is telling the truth. I am not afraid to pray for healing because that is what Jesus did and healing occurred. I am not fearful of telling people that God is alive and real. Jesus did and many believed. You and I are the result of others sharing about God’s love and goodness. I choose to put my faith and hope in the words Jesus has said, he said we would do what he did, so blind eyes and deaf ears become opened at our command. Don’t be afraid to pray for miracles, there is a better chance of miracles happening when we pray than when we do not.

Prayer: God help me to become more like Jesus. Take away fear and fill me with faith and boldness. Place a special grace upon my life to win souls for your kingdom.

Thought: If one person came to Christ today because of your boldness, how many others might make it to heaven?

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