As believers, we're called to be the witnesses of God. Our lives

should be lived in such a way...that others will see God's

life-changing grace working in and through us. Our actions and words should reflect the character and nature of our Savior. So believer, are you being a good witness? Are you sharing the truth of God's Word with others?

Have you ever wondered why you have no power in your life? Why

you have no victory over temptation and sin? Well, could it be

that you've shut off the work of the Spirit in your life? Are you

ignoring the voice of the Lord? Have you rejected His Word? Is

there something you're unwilling to give up?

The Word of God is pure. It is the only source of absolute truth.

There's no need to add to or take away from it's contents. It is

perfect...just the way that it is. But sadly today, many people look

at the Scriptures as a buffet. They pick and choose what they want

to apply to their lives. But that's never what God intended. We're to study and apply ALL of His Word.

God's Word is for us...even today. You see as His followers, we've been given HIS HOLY SCRIPTURES...as a guide to life IN HIM. We don't have to guess as to what is PLEASING to our Heavenly Father. We can look in the pages of His Word and see clearly what He desires of His people. The Bible is a gift from God. Are we utilizing it?

What is THE CHURCH? Well, it's comprised of people who believe in the God of the Bible. They have come to the realization that they are sinners in need of a Savior. And with that realization, they have confessed and repented of their sins. They have received God's free gift of salvation. And now, by His life-changing grace, they commit to walking in HIS ways...not mans.

Are you born again? Have you been forgiven and set free from the

bondage of sin? Does the Spirit of God dwell within you? Is the

powerful grace of the Father changing you from the inside out? Are

you bearing REAL FRUIT? You see, many people today CLAIM to be

believers. And while they might be able to fool some...God knows their hearts.

Without God, we have nothing. He has blessed us with food to eat,

clothes to wear, and shelter to sleep under. He truly IS the Great Provider for His children. And just as WE have freely received...we

should also FREELY give. So seek the Father for opportunities

where YOU can bless others. Give of your time, your talents, and your possessions. Give of YOURSELF.

You've heard it said before, but the fact still remains...that we were

not just saved for our own benefit. Sure, God loves each and every

one of us and desires that we accept His salvation. But He also

wants to change us and USE US for His ministry. Our new lives in

HIM should be used to draw OTHERS to His Word and to bring Him glory.

There are many misconceptions about eternity today. Many people

don't even believe in the existence of a literal Heaven and Hell. And

those who DO believe, they base their eternal destination upon how GOOD they are. None of these views are accurate. Heaven and Hell DO exist. And WHO we choose to follow during THIS existence... determines where we will end up.

As believers, we sometimes get wrapped up in what's around us.

We love to fellowship with like-minded believers. We enjoy studying

the Scriptures. And while these are all GREAT things to do...we

can't forget to SERVE. God has called us to be His hands and His feet. We're to take the truth of the Word...we're to take His love...and minister to others.