Jesus the Legend

Today, we’re diving into something that calls us to rethink everything—the overwhelming vastness of God’s love. I believe if we truly understood it—if we could even glimpse how high, how deep, how unshakable it is—we wouldn’t hesitate. We wouldn’t hold back. We’d run straight into His embrace without fear, without doubt, without second-guessing.

When I talk about God’s love, I’m NOT talking about shallow sentimentality or fleeting emotion. This isn’t some feel-good, fairy-tale romance that fades when things get tough. It’s not the kind of love that makes grand promises one minute and walks away the next. The world is full of love that is conditional, love that changes based on feelings, circumstances, or convenience. But God’s love? It’s in an entirely different category.

This is real love I’m talking about. The kind that sacrifices. The kind that endures. The kind that never gives up, never backs down and never stops pursuing. It’s not just words—it’s action. It’s not just a feeling—it’s a commitment.

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Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s been close to my heart for years—evangelism. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, "Oh great, another talk about handing out tracts at the mall, or yelling at people on the sidewalk" stick with me.This isn’t about scheduling evangelism like a dentist appointment—6 PM to 7 PM, Friday night, go tell people about Jesus, check the box, done! No, evangelism isn’t an event, it’s a lifestyle. It’s not something we turn on and off like a light switch; it’s part of walking with Jesus every single day.

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Why serve God now? Simple—because He’s everything. He’s life itself. He’s the source of eternal purpose, supernatural calm, and a love so deep it makes the Grand Canyon look like a crack in the sidewalk. I don’t want to live a single second feeling apart from Him… I don’t want to waste my life chasing things that don’t matter.

This life with Jesus? It’s so ridiculously good, I can’t imagine ever going back. And the amazing part? He’s offering that same abundant life to you. No subscription fee, no fine print—just grace, love, and a joy that doesn’t make sense.

Philippians 4:7 says, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” 

That’s not just a nice verse to put on a coffee mug—that’s real life.

So, let’s walk together in that joy. Let’s live in His presence. And let’s make Jesus so visible to the world that people can’t help but ask, “Okay, what do they have, and where can I get some?”

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What if the "fire" of hell is God’s refining love, not some weird retributive eternal punishment with no real, redemptive purpose? 

Malachi 3:2-3 - “For he is like a refiner’s fire and like washers’ soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the Lord in righteousness.”

When we think of the "fire" of hell, many of us picture an enraged father intent on pain and destruction. But what if that fire is not about retribution but refinement? Malachi describes God as a refiner’s fire and a launderer’s soap, purifying and cleansing His people until they reflect His image. Fire, in this sense, isn’t about roasting people to make God feel better; it’s about refining and restoring.

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The idea that our sin separates us from God often gets misunderstood. It’s not that God turns His back on us when we mess up; it’s that we turn away from Him. The separation we feel is on our end, not His. Sin has a way of distorting our perception, making us feel ashamed, unworthy, and distant. But the truth is, God never leaves us—His presence and love remain constant, even in our darkest moments.

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You may have heard someone say, “I don’t want to question God.” Or maybe you’ve said it yourself while nervously avoiding a deep theological conversation. First of all, let me just say—good for you! Respect for God is a great thing. But listen, questioning God isn’t the same as questioning your theology.

And side note - even if you were questioning God (which you’re probably not), I’m sure He’s not up there grinding His teeth in offense. The Bible tells us He’s a loving Father, not an angry judge who’s waiting to drop a divine gavel on your head.

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The gospel is the breathtakingly good news that God, in His infinite love and wisdom, is working to reconcile all things to Himself through Jesus Christ. It’s the announcement that Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection were not just about saving a select few but about redeeming and restoring the entire cosmos. The gospel reveals a God who doesn’t merely tolerate humanity but passionately pursues us with a love that never fails and never gives up. It proclaims that Jesus came not to condemn the world but to save it (John 3:17)—and His victory is so complete, so far-reaching, that not even death or sin can mess up His plan.

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After three decades of walking with Jesus, I’ve realized more than ever that everything—Scripture, life, the whole deal—has to be understood and seen through the lens of Christ. Think of it this way: just like a map needs a legend to make sense of all those squiggly lines and symbols, the Bible needs Jesus as its ultimate key. Without Him, we risk wandering aimlessly through the text, pulling out wild interpretations and many times finding ourselves in a theological mess.

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