Anchorpoint Radio

It is not only in the New Testament's proclamation of the gospel that we hear about man's need and God's remedy. It is also found in the beloved book of Psalms. Today we will be looking at the 6 short verses of Psalm 53 and find there seven important truths about the subject of sin and God's attitude toward it. It will not be a pretty picture of mankind, but it's an important one to face up to if we are ever going to have our sins forgiven.  We're all in the same boat - we're all sinners who need our sins forgiven. Like multitudes before you, look to Christ who bled and died to bring sinners back to God.

Some people complain that the Bible is hard to understand - that it takes years to study the scriptures to figure these things out. Well, these individuals need to read just one verse to dispel that notion.1 Timothy 1:15 says "This is a faithful saying that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners of whom I am chief". Why did the Lord Jesus Christ come into this world? To save sinners! It's not hard to understand. It's a matter of acceptance.

The Bible speaks very simply of two roads and two destinies. One road is broad and very crowded. It has room for everybody’s opinions and ideas. It has room for every pleasure and distraction you can think of. Unfortunately, multitudes choose this road. It's easy and it steadily flows along day after day as we pursue our own desires. However, the other road is narrow. There’s no room for a hundred different viewpoints and a thousand different pleasure trips – there’s only room for God’s way, for righteousness and truth. Unlike the other road, this one goes up – upwards to heaven, and it’s a road we'd all be wise to choose. 

Whenever people hear the gospel presented there is always a choice to be made. Facts are given about their need and about God’s remedy. Information is given concerning the person and life of Christ and why He is worthy of your trust. But, in the end, the choice comes down to the individual. You and me. No one else can answer for us. Are you willing to accept and believe the Gospel today? 

 The Bible often uses metaphors to describe for us the kind of people that believers ought to be as representatives of God.   In this week's broadcast, we will learn how words ‘sweet savour’, ‘letters’, ‘vessels’, ‘ambassadors' apply to our lives as Christians as we seek to win souls for Christ.

Apart from the events surrounding the birth of Christ, we hear little about Mary throughout the scriptures. She was at the wedding feast in Cana of Galilee, at the cross, and in the upper room after Christ's resurrection. But not much else. But we can learn a lot from this humble village maiden. Check out this week's message on "Mary, Handmaid of the Lord" - with speaker Peter Ramsay. 

Who doesn’t like the old, familiar hymn with the catchy tune “We Three Kings of Orient are”? It conjures up images of bejewelled noblemen riding on stately ornamented camels, each with a gift in their hands. Well, the real story from the Bible is a lot different from that. Yes, there were “wise men” or magi that actually made that arduous journey in search for a King, a Messiah. But their quest was for something far deeper than to see the latest heir to the throne. They had heart longings to personally meet the Saviour promised by God. It was worth it for them to leave their homes and head off in long, hard journey until they found Him. And find Him they did! What a joyous day it was for these men! Those that stayed behind in unbelief missed the greatest discovery of their lives! And how many are doing the same today?

Not only during the Christmas season but also throughout the year, believers on the Lord Jesus Christ often are gripped with the reality of how God really came into the world as a human being - and the implications it has on their souls and on their lives. That simple story teaches many truths that have practical implications in our lives as believers. Today's message looks specifically at the wise men who came to seek for and worship the Christ child and brings out many helpful truths that we can apply to our own lives.

It is so important to have right thoughts about Christ. This has a direct bearing not only on our eternal welfare but also on our daily Christian walk. The unsaved certainly do not think rightly about Him. Sadly their thoughts are confused and distorted concerning this lovely Person. Believers can also not fully appreciate His grace and awesomeness. The conclusion to this devotional message should kindle in our hearts more love and commitment to the One who loved us and gave Himself for us!

It is no secret that the Lord Jesus Christ divides. Wherever Christ went and whatever He said caused people to take sides – for or against. His message was so clear, so authoritative. A decision just had to be made. And it’s true today as well. Yes, everywhere Christ went, “there was a division because of Him”. So, where do YOU stand? Are you among the unbelievers who found every opportunity to find fault in Him? Or have you received Him as your Lord and Saviour?