Anchorpoint Radio

You know, in our world of sickness and sorrow, the gospel message of peace and hope stands out like a diamond against a dark background of despair. And not just the message, but the theme of that message - the Lord Jesus Christ. There was no one who ever sympathized so much with sinful mankind - no one who ever cared for us personally and individually - no one who ever stepped in to bare our griefs and our sorrows. And certainly no one who ever came to bare our sins and prepare for us a home in heaven. It’s a mystery why so many people reject this glorious Saviour! Have you bowed the knee to Him? Some day you will. Why not now? Don’t make the tragic choice of the unbeliever and live to regret forever the loss of your precious soul.

Many people are already aware of what the Gospel message is all about. Some may have heard it for years, starting as children in Sunday School. They know all about the problem of sin in our lives, the plague that it has been on mankind, and its destructive effects on people. They may know how Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, how that He went to the cross to suffer for sins as a substitute for guilty sinners. And many know that by trusting Christ they can receive the forgiveness of sins and peace with God. Well, that would be wonderful if they possess all this knowledge. But the question remains, “Have they come to Christ for salvation?” The gospel call is an urgent one. It’s not one to consider later on down the road. The Bible says that NOW is the day of God’s grace. Not tomorrow. What are you waiting for?

Today’s broadcast looks at three beautiful scriptures that prove to us the unconditional love of God for sinners. All of these contain the wonderful words "He gave Himself". Yes, they are talking about the Lord Jesus Christ who gave Himself for our sins in order to deliver us from the bondage and terrible consequences of sin; who gave Himself to redeem us from all iniquity (that is, to buy us back from the awful shame and wretchedness of our sin); and who gave Himself out of love to every individual who trusts Him in order to save them from hell and destruction. Wonderful verses, don't you think? Listen along as Mr. Goff explains them to us in our message today.

We are so prone to thinking about God as someone who we need to clean ourselves up for and heaven as a place that we have to work hard to attain. Well, certainly we cannot stand in God's presence the way we are, and certainly heaven is NOT open for unprepared sinners. But the gospel message really comes to us from God's view - not ours - and He has made mankind an offer of forgiveness. What an extravagant display of love and grace! Have you ever said ‘Thank you’?

The Bible is a book of history, outlining sequences of events in the order that they happened to make up a narrative that can be understood, examined and verified. Various times, events, and experiences that scholars have both studied and relied upon for centuries are recorded with amazing accuracy. Often, the writers specified actual ‘days’ in which different, important events happened, and there is much to learn as we read through the accounts of what actually transpired on those days and how they affect us even today. This message looks at four outstanding days as described by the Apostle Luke in his gospel. This can be a day of opportunity for you – a day when you listen to the Word of God and believe it - a day when you can trust the Saviour once and for all for the salvation of your soul. In the perilous times that we are living in, don’t you think that would be the wise thing to do? Today?

Today’s message is focused on a topic that is not spoken about much in churches these days – the wrath of God. Yes, the wrath of God. You might be surprised by what the Bible teaches about it. Make no mistake though – God is a God of love. In fact, God IS love. But really, both characteristics go together. The solemn truth is that God’s wrath is not only future, but we experience its affects in our lives already. John 3:36 says that it ‘abides’ on unbelievers. But this great Bible chapter also gives us the truth of how God is holding back His wrath and wants to show his love for us – “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him, should not perish but have everlasting life.” We hope that you take today’s message very seriously and will turn to God’s great provision for sin – the Lord Jesus Christ.

What a tremendous amount of confusion surrounds the use of the term 'faith.' Many people look at faith as a concept that comes up only in religious discussions. They forget or don't realize that they exercise faith every day of their lives - in people and things around them. Some are even proud of their faith, claiming to have 'great faith' and relying on it to get them to heaven. They forget that even great faith in an unreliable object is very foolhardy indeed. Skeptics even contrast faith with reason, teaching that faith is only necessary when there is nothing to support it. How totally wrong this is! And how contrary to evidence-based Biblical faith! This week’s message looks at the faith in three well-known Bible characters - Noah, Moses, and Abraham, and how it relates to the qualities of 'saving faith' that we all need - the kind of trust and reliance on God that truly saves the soul. Do you have it? 

Sadly, many have the misconception that heaven is basically a place that caters to their unfulfilled wishes in THIS life - kind of a place where we can forever hang out with our friends enjoying some kind of eternal party. While heaven is indeed a real place and it IS forever, people do not realize that it is characterized by holiness and the complete absence of sin - a place where the will of God is foremost and the worship of God is paramount. Sound like a place where you'd like to go? Not likely, if you are still living under the power of sin in your own life. It is through Christ alone that sinners can be saved and fitted for heaven. So, are YOU sure of being in heaven? You can be!

The children of Israel under cruel bondage in Egypt were finally set free as Pharaoh gave in to the last plague against that nation - the death of the first born. All those who sacrificed a lamb and put the blood on the doorpost were 'passed over' - spared from judgment. What a wonderful picture of Christ who, as the Lamb of God, became the substitute on the sinner's behalf! Have YOU received Him? Any blood on YOUR door?

Can you be sure you will be alive this time tomorrow? Or later on tonight? No, of course you can't. God wants you to get the matter of your soul's salvation settled - now. The gospel message demands a response from individuals. What will yours be?