Walking in Truth

Our hands are limited in how much they can physically carry. Have you ever tried to get all of your groceries into the house in one trip, only to end up with food scattered everywhere? Or maybe you were doing really well until you had to open the door with your arms full. When we reach our physical capacity, there are consequences. Today Pastor Johnny reminds us that we have a spiritual capacity as well. We can't be busy fulfilling God's work and also have our days filled with the things of this world.

We often judge others by their worst actions while we judge ourselves by our best intentions. We will gladly and readily accept compassion from others because we know our heart is in the right place. But we are quick to withhold it from others because we aren't too sure of their intentions. Today, Pastor Johnny shows us that Jesus is a perfectly compassionate high priest. He is gentle with the lowly and loving to the ignorant. He knows exactly what each one needs and provides it abundantly.

The list can go on and on and on. Those things that drag us down and discourage us...Jesus knows about all of them. And He relates to us because He's experienced those same feelings. Our weaknesses don't go unnoticed by God. He gives us the power to work through them. As Pastor Johnny shares with us today, Jesus is our High Priest who goes to God for us. When we don't know what to say or how to pray, He intercedes. Are you thankful for the blood of the lamb that has made it possible to be with God?

It has always been a comforting thought to me to know I'm not alone in my sorrows and joys, in my falterings and successes. The blood of Jesus has covered me and rooted out the sin that so easily seeks to destroy my life. Jesus, who made a way for me to communicate with God, understands me. Understands YOU. He's the best sympathizer, even better than your closest friend because He's walked through it all. Do you know this to be true in your faith journey? This is Pastor Johnny's message today.

There are many things about the old testament priesthood that indicate Jesus is a much better candidate for this title than any other man. All of the rituals and offerings that the priest performed paved a way for people to enter the presence of God. But it wasn't a one-time thing like the sacrifice of Jesus. They had to do it again and again. Today, Pastor Johnny explains the job of a high priest. It's a serious business to meet with God. Are you grateful for the blood of Jesus that allows you to talk with God?

Get your motives and attitude under a microscope. Or better yet, your whole self. How's it looking? Like squiggly germs invading the good? Pastor Johnny talked with us today about how the Word of God is actively demonstrating to you the things in your life that aren't like Jesus. It's not because He likes to nitpick, but out of love, God desires for us to have the best...His best. It comes through faith. Through a growing relationship. Through correction. Will you be all ears to Jesus or be smitten with worldly ways?

Today, Pastor Johnny implores that we make time for what should be the number one priority in our lives as Christians. Reading our Bibles. I mean, who really likes to see themselves in the light that reveals every wrinkle, frown, or pimple? We're just not that good-looking sometimes, but... HALLELUJAH! Because His Word changes all that ugliness into something beautiful if we permit it to. How are you spending your time? Are you letting God's Truth seep into your soul as you diligently seek to spend time with Him?

There it is! I found it. It's what I've been searching for. The power to change all those things I've tried to do in my own strength. The Word of God gives life, friends! If you're struggling with unbelief, He knows as Pastor Johnny tells us today. He's waiting for His words that He spoke over your life to become a realization. That happens when you make a decision to have faith and a bit of trust. What will you decide today? To stay on the same old, unhappy path? Or jump to a refreshing, life-giving new direction?

That couch. That recliner. That chair on the beach. Whatever, wherever you think you'll find rest pales in comparison to what Jesus offers you if you BELIEVE! Belief in the power of the Holy Spirit. Belief in His redeeming ability. The belief that He's the Creator of the heavens and the earth. The belief that He loves and cares about every person. Friends, don't let Satan and your own wrongdoing rob you of this amazing rest that's ONLY found in Jesus. He gives your heart peace. This is today's message from Pastor Johnny.

There are those things in life where you can't have one without the other. I'm thinking of pairs that complement each other. That, taken as a whole unit, are much more effective than if they were alone. This is how we need to think of our walk with Jesus. His Word won't...can't change us if we first haven't accepted the fact that He died on the cross for our sins. What do you believe? Do you expect to be blessed just because? Today, Pastor Johnny reminds us today that Israel missed out because of their rejection of God.