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Actually Touch Christ?

Actually Touch Christ?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who believe that Jesus appeared in the flesh after his crucifixion and resurrection. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Some would like to undermine the Gospel of Christ by suggesting that Jesus appeared to throngs of people after his resurrection as some kind of spirit and not as in flesh and blood. This is specifically refuted when John writes about having touched Jesus physically.

1 John 1:1-2 (ESV) says,
“That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we looked upon and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life—the life was made manifest, and we have seen it, and testify to it and proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and was made manifest to us.”

Don’t be misled. Christ arose physically from the dead. He was touched by others. This testimony is blessed assurance that Scripture is true. Believe!

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Associating with Bad Company?

Associating with Bad Company?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know that bad company ruins good morals. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Parents are often concerned when their children associate with the wrong crowd. Why is associating with the wrong group of people so dangerous?

Apostle Paul writing in 1 Corinthians 15:33 (ESV) explains why.

“Do not be deceived: ‘Bad company ruins good morals.’”

Is there someone you should not be associating with on a regular or irregular basis? If so, take Paul’s comment seriously. Take steps to distance yourself. Don’t hesitate. Do it now!

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Believe in the Resurrection?

Believe in the Resurrection?

Dear Lord I pray for wisdom for those who believe Christ has been raised from the dead. In Jesus’ name, amen.

There is independent evidence written about Jesus in ancient writings other than Scripture.

Consider what Josephus, a Jewish historian, wrote about Christ:

“3. (63) Now, there was about this time Jesus, a wise man, if it be lawful to call him a man, for he was a doer of wonderful works-a teacher of such men as receive the truth with pleasure. He drew over to him both many of the Jews, and many of the Gentiles. He was [the] Christ; (64) and when Pilate, at the suggestion of the principal men amongst us, had condemned him to the cross, those that loved him at the first did not forsake him, for he appeared to them alive again the third day, as the divine prophets had foretold these and ten thousand other wonderful things concerning him; and the tribe of Christians, so named from him, are not extinct at this day. (The Antiquities of the Jews, Book 18, Chapter 3; From The Works of Josephus, translated by William Whiston; Hendrickson Publishers, 1987)”

Apostle Paul states clearly that Christ’s resurrection has to be true or else. Or else what? See 1 Corinthians 15:14 (ESV):

“And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain.”

Even independent verification from the time of the apostles is not enough to convince some. Trust the Bible is true. Trust the evidence of Christ’s resurrection, and know your faith is not in vain.

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O Death, Where Is Your Victory?

O Death, Where Is Your Victory?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for believers who know they have victory over death. In Jesus’ name, amen.

The very thought of victory over death is powerful. Believers are assured of eternal life in John 3:16 (ESV):

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

This is reinforced by the Apostle Paul writing in 1 Corinthians 15:53-56 (ESV):

”For this perishable body must put on the imperishable, and this mortal body must put on immortality. When the perishable puts on the imperishable, and the mortal puts on immortality, then shall come to pass the saying that is written:

‘Death is swallowed up in victory.’
‘O death, where is your victory?
O death, where is your sting?’”

Be confident of victory over death.

This is Good News indeed. It is time to sing the song,
“Go Tell it On The Mountain.” Go tell it now.

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Are You Watchful?

Are You Watchful?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who are watchful and standing firm. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Lookouts towers on mountaintops are set up to watch for the first signs of fire. Once detected, resources can be called upon to deal with the blaze. Likewise, believers need to be watchful and more. 

1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (ESV) issues a call to action:

“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”

Apostle Paul’s twelve-word statement is worth unpacking.
Be watchful for those who try to spread false doctrine and sow discontent among believers.

Stand firm in personal faith in Christ and in the face of persecution and temptation. When it says, “act like men,” Apostle Paul gives two men of faith as examples: Apollos and Stephanas.

Being strong can mean physical and mental toughness when it comes to defending the faith against false teachers. All of these need to be done in love.

Imagine yourself in a lookout tower. It all starts with being watchful.

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Independence Day – 2021

Independence Day – 2021

Dear Lord, On this Fourth of July, I pray for wisdom for elected officials who serve at the local, state, and federal level, and for members of judiciary, police, first responders, medical professionals, members of the military, and all of their families. In Jesus’ name amen.

America’s leaders need God-given wisdom now more than ever.

Many public servants gladly offer their time, talent, and energy. These people often make great sacrifices to contribute to society. The selfless ones stand in stark contrast to others who aspire to leadership for personal gain.

Apostle Paul calls us to pray for those in authority in 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (ESV):

“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.”

Those in high positions can change lives.

Consider the impact of praying for leaders. Competent and confident leaders can make a huge difference. Decisions leaders make change society. Pray without ceasing for all people but especially for those in leadership. Don’t hesitate. On this Independence Day, pray now for America and for those in authority.

God bless America!

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