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One Solitary Life
One Solitary Life
I think that this short narrative description of Jesus is such a powerful testament to his legacy. It's without question that historically, there was a Jesus Christ and that he did perform remarkable things. From a historian's standpoint, it's indisputable. What's disputed in this world is what significance this One Solitary Life had on the rest of the world. If you are not Christian, then you believe in other perspectives like "Jesus of Nazareth was a prophet" or "Jesus Christ was a wise preacher and teacher". If you're a Christian however, there is only thing that you believe with all of your heart and faith and soul: Jesus Christ was and is the Son of God Himself. He was God made into flesh (thus the name Emmanuel or "God with us") and was born on Christmas Day to a teenage virgin girl and a young carpenter boy in a manger outside of Bethlehem.
This is no mere prophet. This is no mere teacher or preacher (although He did those things). This is Christ the King. Hosanna in the highest now walking the earth. He came for one purpose...to redeem and save the sinful nature of mankind. God loved us all so much that He said, "I would rather trade in my Son to die a wretched and horrible death, rather than to lose you to an eternity of hell". This is the God that I know and this is the Jesus that I know.
So on this Christmas of 2009 in the Year of Our Lord, let us not let the commercialism of the season overtake the real "reason for the season". Let us remember that on this day 2009 years ago, there was a baby born. A baby that would alter the course of human history forever. A child who was born for one reason: to die for us like a trampled rose.
Merry Christmas to all of my Christian Brothers and Sisters. And to all non-Christians, I ask that you look into your heart as you read this and search. Search for why you have not accepted Jesus as your personal savior and Messiah. You will only have but so many chances in your life to awaken to this fact. Why not now? Why not know for sure that you will have a rightful place next to God....that you will see your loved ones again in a place so grand, no words can describe. All you have to do is pray this prayer right now:
"Holy and loving Father God. I know that you sent your precious Son Jesus Christ to die for me and for my sinful ways. Lord I thank you for loving me so much and I ask that right now, you take my surrendered life and broken heart. I come to you seeking salvation in your Son Jesus Christ and ask that you turn my life around. Change me, Father and let me accept Christ completely and permanently into my heart and life so that I may someday see your face and your glory. Lord I pray this in your Son's precious name of Jesus Christ. Amen".
If you just prayed this prayer (earnestly and with full commitment) congratulations! I welcome you into a New Life....for you are a New Creation!
Thank you. May your days be blessed and may your walk always be with Christ Jesus our Lord.
I think that this short narrative description of Jesus is such a powerful testament to his legacy. It's without question that historically, there was a Jesus Christ and that he did perform remarkable things. From a historian's standpoint, it's indisputable. What's disputed in this world is what significance this One Solitary Life had on the rest of the world. If you are not Christian, then you believe in other perspectives like "Jesus of Nazareth was a prophet" or "Jesus Christ was a wise preacher and teacher". If you're a Christian however, there is only thing that you believe with all of your heart and faith and soul: Jesus Christ was and is the Son of God Himself. He was God made into flesh (thus the name Emmanuel or "God with us") and was born on Christmas Day to a teenage virgin girl and a young carpenter boy in a manger outside of Bethlehem.
This is no mere prophet. This is no mere teacher or preacher (although He did those things). This is Christ the King. Hosanna in the highest now walking the earth. He came for one purpose...to redeem and save the sinful nature of mankind. God loved us all so much that He said, "I would rather trade in my Son to die a wretched and horrible death, rather than to lose you to an eternity of hell". This is the God that I know and this is the Jesus that I know.
So on this Christmas of 2009 in the Year of Our Lord, let us not let the commercialism of the season overtake the real "reason for the season". Let us remember that on this day 2009 years ago, there was a baby born. A baby that would alter the course of human history forever. A child who was born for one reason: to die for us like a trampled rose.
Merry Christmas to all of my Christian Brothers and Sisters. And to all non-Christians, I ask that you look into your heart as you read this and search. Search for why you have not accepted Jesus as your personal savior and Messiah. You will only have but so many chances in your life to awaken to this fact. Why not now? Why not know for sure that you will have a rightful place next to God....that you will see your loved ones again in a place so grand, no words can describe. All you have to do is pray this prayer right now:
"Holy and loving Father God. I know that you sent your precious Son Jesus Christ to die for me and for my sinful ways. Lord I thank you for loving me so much and I ask that right now, you take my surrendered life and broken heart. I come to you seeking salvation in your Son Jesus Christ and ask that you turn my life around. Change me, Father and let me accept Christ completely and permanently into my heart and life so that I may someday see your face and your glory. Lord I pray this in your Son's precious name of Jesus Christ. Amen".
If you just prayed this prayer (earnestly and with full commitment) congratulations! I welcome you into a New Life....for you are a New Creation!
Thank you. May your days be blessed and may your walk always be with Christ Jesus our Lord.
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11.09.2008
Barack Obama--44th President of The United States of America
This week, the voice of the American people was heard loud and clear as voters turned out in record numbers to elect Barack Hussein Obama our 44th President of these United States. November 4th was especially significant because this is our nation's first African-American President. (I never really understood that though since he's half black....should that distinction really go to him then?).....be that as it may, this has been a very historic week.
On a personal note, I loved having the opportunity to tell all of these ridiculously stiff-upper-lipped Republicans where to shove their McCain/Palin '08 bumper stickers. Now, don't get me wrong, there's a lot about the veritude and platform of the Republican Party that I actually agree with. I believe in being fiscally conservative, lower taxes and less government. I also believe strongly from a Christian standpoint in Pro-Life, the sanctity of Marriage as one man to one woman (yes, I voted "YES" on Prop 8 and I'm proud of it), and many other values that I hold dear to my heart. Having said that....it was time for not only change...but sweeping change. Eight dreaded and horrendously long Bush administration years later, this nation is weaker than it has ever been with regard to National Security and there is so much dissention in our society that we needed someone who will bring us harmony. I believe that man is Barack Obama.
I DO NOT think that President-Elect Obama is the key to everything. I don't think he's perfect and I know like every other human being, he is flawed in some way or another. But I think after seeing (outgoing) George W. Bush in his pilot's uniform with thumbs up saying "Mission Accomplished", after seeing countless military coffins being flown back to Dover AFB, and seeing the lying, contemptuous faces of Dick Cheney and Karl Rove for eight miserable years....this nation needs inspiration and true leadership. And that means NOT voting Republican. In fact, unless there is a strong (TRUE) Christian Republican leader in the future who holds values that are simliar to mine, the Democratic Party has my vote for life.
With home foreclosures on the rise, with people losing jobs and our unemployment rate the highest it's been in 15 years, our deficit rising, and that ridiculous $700 billion bail-out to greedy Wall Street firms to "save someone's ass", I am disgusted with the Republican party and hope that the Democrats stay in control for as long as they can. I need to remind you though, that I don't hate the Republicans....I know many good and decent Republicans at work, at school, at church, and all around me. But the delusional message that Bush has been sending out has brainwashed millions......minus one. I for one, believe in the power of this great nation of people under Almighty God.....and I truly hope (and want) for that God-chosen leader to be Obama.
May President Obama lead us out of this difficult time, may the country honor the decision that its voters have made, and may we move forward in peace, harmony and strong conviction. God bless America and may God help and support our new President.
On a personal note, I loved having the opportunity to tell all of these ridiculously stiff-upper-lipped Republicans where to shove their McCain/Palin '08 bumper stickers. Now, don't get me wrong, there's a lot about the veritude and platform of the Republican Party that I actually agree with. I believe in being fiscally conservative, lower taxes and less government. I also believe strongly from a Christian standpoint in Pro-Life, the sanctity of Marriage as one man to one woman (yes, I voted "YES" on Prop 8 and I'm proud of it), and many other values that I hold dear to my heart. Having said that....it was time for not only change...but sweeping change. Eight dreaded and horrendously long Bush administration years later, this nation is weaker than it has ever been with regard to National Security and there is so much dissention in our society that we needed someone who will bring us harmony. I believe that man is Barack Obama.
I DO NOT think that President-Elect Obama is the key to everything. I don't think he's perfect and I know like every other human being, he is flawed in some way or another. But I think after seeing (outgoing) George W. Bush in his pilot's uniform with thumbs up saying "Mission Accomplished", after seeing countless military coffins being flown back to Dover AFB, and seeing the lying, contemptuous faces of Dick Cheney and Karl Rove for eight miserable years....this nation needs inspiration and true leadership. And that means NOT voting Republican. In fact, unless there is a strong (TRUE) Christian Republican leader in the future who holds values that are simliar to mine, the Democratic Party has my vote for life.
With home foreclosures on the rise, with people losing jobs and our unemployment rate the highest it's been in 15 years, our deficit rising, and that ridiculous $700 billion bail-out to greedy Wall Street firms to "save someone's ass", I am disgusted with the Republican party and hope that the Democrats stay in control for as long as they can. I need to remind you though, that I don't hate the Republicans....I know many good and decent Republicans at work, at school, at church, and all around me. But the delusional message that Bush has been sending out has brainwashed millions......minus one. I for one, believe in the power of this great nation of people under Almighty God.....and I truly hope (and want) for that God-chosen leader to be Obama.
May President Obama lead us out of this difficult time, may the country honor the decision that its voters have made, and may we move forward in peace, harmony and strong conviction. God bless America and may God help and support our new President.
Russian Submarine Accident--20 Sailors Die
What pisses me off about stuff like this....and I mean really makes me mad....is that I remember the incident in 2000. I felt helpless as those sailors with each passing minute had less and less air to breathe. I don't care what country they're from...they're men in uniform trying to serve their country and displaying courage and patriotism and they DON'T deserve to die like this...whether now or in 2000.
I'm so angry from reading this because each life holds significance in this world. Each life is God-made....and governments could care less. To government, it's 20 people who died (a rather insignificant, "coulda-been-a-whole-lot-worse" number) and they don't see that they were family men: sons, brothers, husbands, fathers.
I'm sorry I'm writing about something so "downer". I agree that when it's our time to go, it's our time to go. For those of us who believe in our Creator and our Savior, then that time tends to go a little easier and with more comfort. But to die like this is a waste and a crisply-folded flag to your widow or your mother and for them to hear the words, "He was a true patriot" doesn't ease the pain. May God have mercy on the souls of these men and give comfort to their families. Amen.
I'm so angry from reading this because each life holds significance in this world. Each life is God-made....and governments could care less. To government, it's 20 people who died (a rather insignificant, "coulda-been-a-whole-lot-worse" number) and they don't see that they were family men: sons, brothers, husbands, fathers.
I'm sorry I'm writing about something so "downer". I agree that when it's our time to go, it's our time to go. For those of us who believe in our Creator and our Savior, then that time tends to go a little easier and with more comfort. But to die like this is a waste and a crisply-folded flag to your widow or your mother and for them to hear the words, "He was a true patriot" doesn't ease the pain. May God have mercy on the souls of these men and give comfort to their families. Amen.
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