How Do I Get Eternal Life?

What About What I Want?

I Do Not Want To Die

I Can Save Myself

I Am A Pretty Good Person

Why Should I Believe?

What Must I Do?

What is truth?

I Never Saw You

100 % Eternal Security Guarantee

Perfect Forever

GOD Is NO Liar

Sheep With Ears

The Spirit Is Given

Who Hears MY Word ?

Did Bad - Got Good

I Can Do Nothing

Is The Spirit Of GOD Alive In You?

It's A Done Deal

We Are All In The Same Boat

Already Judged Guilty

What Have I Got To Lose?

I Smell Something Burning And Its Me

It Is Written

Lose To Win

Those Who Do NOT Believe

Conclusion

How Do I Get Eternal Life?

At some point, every human being starts to think about death. The idea of an eternity or nothingness is scary; most do want something more; after they shuffle off this mortal coil. For those who are searching, a simple question is often asked, “How do I get eternal life?" It seems simple on the surface, in reality; it is the most complex question of human existence. Figuring out what to do requires paying attention, and it also requires a leap of faith.

The answer, at least to those who believe, is that the only way to guarantee eternity is to; "know You, the only true GOD, and Jesus Christ, the one You sent to earth," John 17:3. It is only through knowing GOD and through knowing Christ that you get eternal life. No loopholes, no extra credit and certainly no hidden way. While this is not always an easy answer for those who are used to trying to make their own way through the world, it is the Biblical answer and the one that can makes sense to those who can believe.

So why Christ? It seems like a particularly easy answer - believe, and you get life. That is somewhat of a dangerous simplification, but it is also something that you should remember has been promised.  Christ not only has the authority over all, but also the ability to give that eternal life to all of those given to Him, John 17:1. That means, you cannot do anything to "earn" eternal life; it is a gift, given to those who follow GOD's directions. That does not mean that you can follow whatever path you like, it means that the chance is there for anyone who believes and follows.

Those who believe and follow Christ do not belong in the world any more than Christ did, John 17:16. Eternal life seems to be the natural state of being for a believer.  Instead of thinking of eternal life as something to be obtained like a prize, one might better think of it as the end of a long journey. Finding eternal life is a life-long process, one that requires a believer to not only follow the Word, but also to live their life like the one from whom that new life comes from.

If you still have to ask "How do I get eternal life?” You might want to take some time to consider your path. Christ said that the way to eternal life is through Him. There is no secret, no special path that will let you get there without surrendering yourself to Him. If you want to have eternal life, you have to follow the way that is bigger than yourself, and the only one that actually guarantees a life beyond.

What About What I Want?

"What about what I want?" is a question that most people ask throughout life? After all, there is nothing more frustrating than having to do the bidding of someone else without thought for your own desires. Many people who follow GOD tend to have difficulty reconciling their own desires with what is laid out in front of them. While it can be difficult to do, everyone must deal with the reality of their own wants.

The truth of the matter, put bluntly, is that what you want does not matter as much as what GOD wants. What GOD wants, is for you to have eternal life with Him, John 6:40. He sent His Son to die on the cross for you, with a plan in mind. That plan sees you in heaven, with a promise not to reject you so long as you are willing to come to Him. That is a huge promise, and one that does come with strings. You have to be willing to put aside the desires of today to get the reward of tomorrow.

If you need something to make yourself feel better, you need only take a look at the life of Jesus. He did not have control over His life; He followed his Father's will, John 6:38. While we often think of Jesus as the man in charge of His own fate, even He had to deal with the fact that His path was set ahead of time. He begged in the garden to be set free from what was coming, but He acknowledged that it was GOD's will that had to be done. If even Jesus could submit to GOD's authority, it should come as no surprise that the same is expected of all who follow Him.

The good news is that GOD's will is something that is incredibly positive for those who are willing to follow Him. GOD set Jesus a simple task; give mankind a chance to be raised up to heaven, John 6:40. While it might be a struggle and it might be something that is long coming, the fact that there is a light at the end of the tunnel can help some of life's difficulties seem a bit easier. Knowing that what you need is going to be provided for can make some hardships easier to swallow.

At some point, you have to realize the impulse to ask "what about what I want?" has to be replaced with thinking about "what about what He wants?” It definitely goes against basic human nature, but learning submission is a beautiful gift. If you are willing to set aside your own wants, you will have eternal life, John 6:40. It might require a few tears along the way, but putting aside your own desires gives a far greater reward than anything you could hope for today.

I Do Not Want To Die

I do not want to die. How often have you heard or read those words? Death is the great unknown, something that even the most faithful of people fear. Being afraid of death and what comes after it is nothing new, and it is something that people have been wrestling with as long as man has understood mortality. For most, death comes down to a simple kind of fear. Fear is something that is hard to deal with, but might be easier if you understand what you are facing and Ezekiel chapter 18 can help you to realize that.

Fear is a huge motivator for even those who consider themselves good. Not wanting to die is not simply a fear of the end of this life, but a fear of what comes next. As Ezekiel 18:24 says, the deeds of the wicked will be punished and even the good that is done by a righteous person will be forgotten if he or she acts wickedly. It can be difficult for many good people to feel as if they have lived a life that is actually worthy of redemption; if they focus on those bad deeds that might keep them from their promised goal.

This sort of fear is deeply ingrained in most people. Remember, the Lord does not take any kind of pleasure in wickedness or in the deaths of the wicked. In fact, He takes no pleasure in the deaths of any person Ezekiel 18:32. Unfortunately, too many people have the idea of a GOD that is just looking for people who are on the verge of slipping up, a sort of cosmic "gotcha" that can ruin a good life.

The Lord is a just GOD, Ezekiel 18:25. While it might be scary to know that you have done wrong in the past, you have to realize that certain promises have been made. If you are willing to turn away from what you have done wrong, you have a chance to turn your life around. What has come before does not matter - both the just and unjust belong to the Lord, but the sinner is the one who faces a true death, Ezekiel 18:4? By removing yourself from sin by repentance and belief, you escape the punishment of sin.

When you think "I do not want to die", try to think about what it really means. Are you afraid of leaving this life, or are you afraid of the way that you lived your life? Know that you have a chance right now to turn things around, to repent and be forgiven for all the wrong that you may have done. You do not have to suffer for anyone else's sins, and you certainly are not barred from forgiveness of your own. Death should not be feared, so long as you are willing to embrace the Lord's forgiveness.

I Can Save Myself

If there is one thought that is most indicative of being a human being, it is - "I can save myself". The thought that you can actually influence your own fate is not only comforting, but one that is ingrained in most people from day one. After all, the point of childhood is learning how to work on one's own, and most of adulthood is spent being told that those who are worthy are those who support themselves. Unfortunately, this is not the reasoning that GOD is looking for in terms of salvation. No matter how much you would like to believe otherwise, there is only one way to be saved, Acts 4:12.

Yes, it does feel nice to think that you can save yourself. Even those who actually follow the word of GOD tend to have some kind of belief that they can do something to influence their own salvation. It might be through various acts of goodness, standing in judgment of what they consider to be wrong or even spending time in study and contemplation, but the Bible is very clear about who actually does the saving. According to the bible, there is "salvation in no one else" but GOD, Acts 4:12.

What, then, does that mean for most people? In reality, it means that any effort to get into heaven on your own is doomed to failure. You can be a great person and follow all of the rules, but you can get nowhere but except through GOD. After all, when the creator of the universe gives you only one source of salvation, you have no choice but to follow, Acts 4:12. This can seem incredibly frightening to those who desire control over every aspect of their own lives, but fear not - this is very much a good thing.

If salvation can only come through GOD, you can feel comfortable in the fact that He is watching over you. After all, scripture is very clear on the source of salvation - it is GOD (through Christ) and not you, Acts 4:11. In a way, this is a reprieve from the necessity of being perfect. While you always need to strive to follow the word of GOD, He knows that you will mess up from time to time. That is why He does not expect you to save yourself, or to spend a life in fear of oblivion. Instead, there is salvation in Him and in no one else, Acts 4:11.

It is very important to get rid of the all-consuming mantra of "I can save myself". Instead, it must be replaced with a realization that the only salvation is through Christ. When you keep that in mind, you can put your worries and cares on Him. While it may be very difficult to give up control, it is also the only way to lead a very fulfilling life.

I Am A Pretty Good Person

The simple phrase "I am a pretty good person" is the sort of thing that can make one examine themselves. After all, good seems to be such a personal term, especially among believers. Whether you are new to faith or an old hand, it can be hard to find yourself worthy of GOD's love. Living up to the standards that you might feel have been set for you can be difficult.

As truth would have it, you do not get to determine whether or not you are a good person. A path has been laid out, one that anyone can follow, one that does not require following the law but rather requires faith in Christ, Romans 3:21 and 22. GOD decides on who is right, and becoming a good person is something that can only be done through faith itself, Romans 3:30. No matter your feeling on your own worthiness, GOD has made the way for you to be considered good.

Everyone has made mistakes, and doing so does not make you any worse than anyone else. Where many people get tripped up, at least generally, is by confusing the idea of being a good person with being a perfect person; Jesus Christ was perfect. After all, falling short of GOD's standard is part of being human, Romans 3:23. Being a good person, then, is not a matter of perfection. It is a matter of faith, like so many other things. The good news is that you are a good person not by your own actions, but rather by placing your faith in Christ, Romans 3:22.

Before you become too sure of yourself, remember that being a pretty good person is not something that you earned or something that you can work towards. After all, you cannot claim that you have done anything to earn GOD's favor, being made "right with GOD" is done through faith alone, Romans 3:28. Moving forward as a good person is less a matter of figuring out how to be good; than a matter of learning to accept GOD's judgment and keeping your faith in the right place. Whether you feel good or not, it is GOD's decision as to your final disposition.

If you think to yourself, "I am a pretty good person;" you have only GOD to thank. It is through faith and grace that you are good, not through any of your own actions. By the same token, you need not fear every stumble; GOD understands that you are not perfect, and that same grace can keep you on the right path even when you make a mistake. Your self-worth can and should be something that is tied to GOD, not something that is tied to your own feelings of strength or weakness. If you want to be truly good, your job is to go with GOD.

Why Should I Believe?

"Why should I believe?" is a question asked by the faithful and the searching alike. It can be hard to believe, even if you have spent years going to church and reading the Bible. Figuring out why you should live your life in a certain way and placing your faith in a GOD that might seem remote at times is not only something that should be done, but something that must be done.

As a start, there is always eternal life. As John 3:15 so eloquently states, everyone who believes in Christ will have eternal life. The simple promise of eternity is one that should cause anyone to pay attention, and a simple willingness to start there is often a key foundation of faith. Those who refuse to believe are subject only to judgment - not the eternal life promised to believers, John 3:36. If you believe, you then have eternity.

Doubt is one of those things that seeps in to a believer's life, and it can be hard to combat. Part of it is an inability to understand exactly what is really meant by belief. Even those living in the times of Christ had their difficulties; simple things, such as the concept of being born again, were difficult to understand, John 3:4. Unfortunately, today's world has not made it any easier. A real explanation of how one can be reborn into the Spirit - is as hard to come by as it ever was, John 3:8, but study and faith will fill in the gaps.

Beyond the understandable fact of eternal life, it is also important to remember that GOD wants you to believe. Remember, GOD has a stake in your belief, He sent His only son to save the world, John 3:16. This gave mankind a kind of blank slate, a real ability to experience grace without the severity of GOD's judgment, John 3:18. GOD put the entirety of man's future in Christ's hands, giving a blessed future to those who might only experience the justice of an angry GOD, John 3:36.

If you ask yourself "why should I believe?” You might want to go back to the basics of faith. While there are complex issues to deal with as you grow, it is wise to remind yourself of the cornerstones from time to time. You should believe because of GOD's wishes, and of His promises. You should believe because of the sacrifices that have been made in your name. Most of all, believe because of the incredible love that has been given to you.

What Must I Do?

"What must I do?" is a question asked over generations. Churches seem to be absorbed in rules and traditions, with most people being given a long list of prohibitions and rules as requirements for getting into heaven. The real answer, however, is simple! The directions towards starting the path to eternity are clearly laid out in the book of Acts, with only two steps necessary. These steps do require a great deal of thought, but those who are willing to think and consider them and then to follow through can receive the gift of salvation.

The first step can be seen in Acts 2:38, it is to repent of your sins. This is no small step in life - repenting is more than saying that you are sorry. Instead, real repentance is the act of looking at your past misdeeds, judging them unworthy and making up your mind to never do them again. This does not mean that you will always be perfect, nor does it mean that grace is canceled out when you slip up. It does mean that you will look at the world with new eyes and attempt to avoid your past mistakes.

After that comes baptism, Acts 2:38. This act is the symbol of rebirth in Christ, a chance to become saved from the wickedness of the world, Acts 2:40. Baptism is an important part of the Christian life, something that dates back to the earliest days of the church, Acts 2:41. Taking part in this ritual symbolizes death and rebirth into a new spiritual life and gives you a chance to follow in the footsteps of Christ. Baptism is NO guarantee that you are or will be a perfect person in the future, nor does it give you permission to sin afterward.

These actions are steps along the road to salvation. Once performed your heart becomes open to the Holy Spirit, Acts 2:38. No matter how wonderful your acts or deeds, these steps cannot be skipped.

For once, there is an easy answer to the question of "what must I do?” Your first step is to consider your eternal future. Once you have done that, you should repent of your sins. Following your repentance, you should be baptized in the name of Christ. Once all of this is done, you have opened yourself up to a new spiritual world. While the path may still be difficult, your journey has begun. While the directions towards that path can be endlessly debated, there is simply no other way to start the journey than to follow these instructions.

What is truth?

What is truth? What does it really mean, when you get right down to it? The truth has become such an uncertain concept in recent years that it can be very difficult to even define the word. Those who are willing to do so usually use terms like "aim" or "genuine", but that does not do much good for those who are trying to figure out the difference between right and wrong. For those who wish to live their lives in a righteous way, figuring out the truth is a necessity. Thankfully, you do not have to do it on your own.

The Bible has something to say on the matter of truth. Anyone who has spent more than a sermon or two in a Christian church already knows that the Bible is the book of truth, a book that gives everyone a chance to figure out what is going on in their souls and a chance to plot a course through an often rocky life. Looking to the Bible is the only way to find out the truth, but you have to be willing to accept what it says. If you are willing to do that, you will learn the meaning of truth and also how it can apply to your life.

The only way to look at truth is the simple saying: GOD is truth. After all, Jesus Himself said; He could do only what he saw the Father doing, John 5:19. This is a powerful way to view the truth, if you are willing to look deeply into it. The truth is the fact that GOD is the one that drives all things. The truth is that GOD is the ultimate authority. GOD is the final test by which all truth is judged.

Truth is also a promise. Jesus said that the truth was the fact that those who believe in Him have eternal life, John 5:24. This is another kind of truth, one that is just as powerful. This is the truth that allows one to live a life of certainty, a life that focuses on belief. This sort of truth can easily stand side by side with the idea of GOD's supremacy. GOD gave Jesus the ability to judge, and He judged that those who follow Him and believe will have eternal life, John 5:21 thru 24.

Taking a moment to figure out the meaning of truth is an important time in anyone's life. Figuring out the truth to follow is a part of figuring out who you are and what you believe. If you follow GOD, you know that the truth means submitting to Him. It also means the promise of an eternity that is free from condemnation. While this may not be the sort of truth that is always sought by those looking for facts, it is the truth so often searched for by those who are in need.

The truth certainly is not something to be feared; only embraced.

I Never Saw You

There are many people in this world who, upon coming face to face with GOD, would likely say "I never saw You." Those words have probably come to the lips of even those who believe. The world today is one that demands constant proof, checked and double-checked for accuracy at every moment. Asking a person to believe in something that he or she cannot see with his or her own eyes is difficult at best. What few seem to realize, though, is that GOD is truly very visible, so long as you are willing to see that He has been revealed to you, 1 John 1:2.

GOD is more than just some ghostly figure who judges the world. He is very real, and very much a part of the lives of those who believe. GOD has very much been seen and even touched by human hands. After all, His apostles wrote of the life of Christ, lived with Him and interacted with Him. These men saw GOD on a constant basis, and needed no extra prodding because He was there with them, 1 John 1:2.

It is through the fellowship of these men that the current believers can believe without seeing with their own physical eyes. These believers are the link between GOD's physical presence on earth and the world that believers live in today. Because these men fellowshipped with Him and wrote what they experienced, this is a very real way for current believers to "see" GOD, 1 John 1:3 & 4. This is an amazing gift, yet it brings with it a great burden. It is, after all, harder to ignore what you know to be true than to doubt what you cannot see.

Those who actually spent time with Christ and heard His message in person remind believers today that GOD is good.  He is all that is good, and nothing that is bad, 1 John 1:5. That coupled with their experience with Him, means that there is simply no excuse for living in a manner that ignores that simple truth, 1 John 1:8. Believers cannot go on acting as if they believe; but doubt GOD, and certainly not in a manner that leaves them free to sin at will, 1 John 1:6. Those who believe are asked to follow the examples of them who came before and confess their sins so that they may live in His light, 1 John 1:8 & 9.

Yes, GOD is there. And yes, you too can see Him both through the writings of those who have come before and through the workings of your own life. To acknowledge this, opens you up to a beautiful truth and a sense of responsibility. Acknowledging GOD gives you a chance to know where you are going, it makes you responsible for following His leadings. If you are willing to acknowledge the truth in front of you, you can receive the greatest gift of all - eternal salvation.

100 % Eternal Security Guarantee

Faith in GOD can be hard sometimes. In a world that thrives on doubt, it is very difficult to remember that those who believe; have a 100 % Eternal Security Guarantee. Not only are those who believe given a chance to walk with GOD in their daily lives, but they are absolutely given the opportunity to stand with Him for all time. Given the nature of the world, it can be difficult to believe such a concept. If you are willing to look at the scriptures, you can see that GOD has always had a plan to bring you closer to Him.

To get a better idea of the security promised by GOD, you have to start at the beginning, the very beginning. Before the world itself had a form, GOD was ready to offer mankind this eternal security, Ephesians 1:4. GOD started this security with a promise made before any human being ever walked the Earth, preparing the whole of history to identify each person who believes as his own, Ephesians 1:13. The sheer magnitude of that act is staggering; no matter what you have done right or wrong in life, GOD is ready and willing to give you the opportunity to spend eternity with Him. Long before you were born, He was ready to take you home. Eternity is forever, and GOD has always been waiting for you.

Then, of course, comes Christ. Everything that is good in man comes because GOD chose to send His Son. Through that act, humanity becomes worth GOD's salvation, Ephesians 1:4. Through Christ, all who believe become part of GOD's family; adopted through His Son's blood, and it makes GOD happy, Ephesians 1:5. That's right, this is the kind of promise that not only pleases those who benefit, but also brings a smile to the face of GOD Himself. It was with great pleasure that GOD gave man a chance to take a place in eternity, something that many people tend to forget as they go about their daily lives, Ephesians 1:5.

The idea of that kind of security is simply amazing. The idea of receiving a guaranteed eternity is one of those ideas that is hard to accept. After all, humans are greedy, mean and often hateful. The idea that GOD would want anything to do with humanity is hard to swallow sometimes, but He wants more than that; He wants to give His grace to mankind, Ephesians 1:7. All of GOD's kindness and wisdom is meant for mankind, purchased with the blood of His Son, Ephesians 1:7 & 8. This is the best offer one can receive in life, far outstripping anything else. After all, where else can you find a promise of eternity?

This is not just a promise, it is the truth. GOD does not just offer security, He offers salvation, Ephesians 1:13. This is an amazing promise, one that many people have issues believing. After all, it just takes that willingness to believe and follow Christ to partake in something that was promised long before anyone was born, Ephesians 1:13. GOD gave mankind a guarantee of security in exchange for worship and praise, Ephesians 1:14. It might seem too good to be true, but this is one of those simple facts of life that simply must be embraced without doubt.

GOD's plan comes with a real guarantee. There is no fine print, no blackout period and no clause that will stop those who truly follow Christ from going to glory. While most of life might be made of shady deals and doubt, one thing is for certain; GOD wants you to be with Him. Before there was even a world, He loved you. That kind of guarantee is hard to come by in life, but it is easy for those who follow His word. All it takes is belief and a willingness to live for Him.

Perfect Forever

The idea of being perfect forever can be hard to grasp, especially for those who spend so much time just trying to make it from day-to-day. Perfect is something that many aspire to be, but it is also something that many fear. After all, being perfect means more than no mistakes, it means being exactly who GOD meant for you to be. Fortunately, some of the pressure of that perfection can be taken off the shoulders of those who believe; GOD promised a way for all to become perfect, so long as they are willing to follow.

Humans are here today and gone tomorrow and even putting scope to the idea like a century is nearly impossible. Forever is a very difficult concept to acknowledge. GOD, however, works on longer timescales and He truly makes His promises eternal. He made the greatest sacrifice; that of His Son, in order to make those who follow Him forever perfected, Hebrews 10:14.  That is not perfect for a day or a year or even perfect so long as He feels like it: GOD promises that perfect salvation as a thing that will last forever, as a thing that will be granted permanently to those who choose to follow Him with the entirety of their hearts.

For many, it just seems too simple. After all, mankind has a history of making sacrifices and deals in order to secure even a few moments of peace. One can look at the Bible itself to see a pattern of short-term sacrifice. Priests made sacrifices repeatedly to earn a bit of perfection, sacrifices that led to little more than brief relief and no real forgiveness, Hebrews 10:11. It should come as no surprise; most people simply cannot understand the idea of a GOD who will offer permanent forgiveness. Yet in reality, a single sacrifice was enough to give all mankind the ability to spend eternity with GOD, Hebrews 10:12.

It might be easier to accept the idea of permanent perfection if one can understand it as a covenant promise that was made by GOD, Hebrews 10:16. It requires faith and belief, of course. GOD did more than just say that mankind had a chance; He wrote His very laws on man's hearts and minds, Hebrews 10:16. This gives man a chance to truly appreciate the perfection that is offered by GOD, even if this kind of perfection is very hard to understand.

If you are willing to put your faith in GOD through Christ, you have the chance to become perfect forever. This does not mean that the road will be easy, but it does mean that you have to see it through until the end. While you may suffer because of your choice and find yourself going through some rough times, remember that your end goal is perfection. Doing so will allow you to fulfill your own potential and the potential that GOD knows is within you. Forever is a long time, and well worth the effort that one has to put into its achievement.

GOD Is NO Liar

It is very difficult to have faith in anything. After all, most things in the world seem here today and gone tomorrow, the truth fading away to reveal nothing but another disappointing lie. It is no wonder, then, that so many people wonder whether or not GOD is actually truthful. This is not a crisis of belief in whether or not He is real, but rather one in whether He can be trusted. While things can be difficult for believers and non-believers alike in today's world, many find comfort in the simple fact that GOD is no liar. He is the ultimate source of truth.

It is best to start with what anyone who believes actually knows. If you believe in Christ, you know that you are a child of GOD.  You are a child who loves not only GOD, but all other believers, 1 John 5:1. Eternity is promised to all who believe, so long as they follow GOD's commandments and remain committed to a relationship with Him. These commandments are not meant to be a burden, 1 John 5:3. Keeping those commandments means being a light for good in a world that is often evil, 1 John 5:4. This sort of attitude requires believing in a GOD who is not only good, but also one who is honest.

Is there any hint that GOD does not live up to His promises? Of course not. After all, the ultimate proof exists that GOD is truthful; the witness of His Son, 1 John 5:9. Christ died to bring the world to a place of truth, a sacrifice that was made not only through His death but also through His teaching and His baptism, 1 John 5:6. This amazing gift is a great example of how it can be known that GOD is a truthful GOD, with the sacrifice of His Son brings a level of truth to the world that is hard to find anywhere else.

Part of trusting Him is letting go of your fear. GOD has given those who believe in Him eternal life through His Son, 1 John 5:11. While it does mean that those who do not believe in Him are not granted the same gift, 1 John 5:12, it also means that those who believe have far less to fear. There is no reason to believe that GOD has lied; no terrible eternal hoax to fear. If you believe in a good and just GOD, you have to believe that His word is true. This is the sort of thing that can help you to sleep easier tonight, even as the world around you falls apart.

GOD is not a liar. The promises that He has made are all promises upon which believers can rely. Yes, His promises have been witnessed and His testimony still rings true, but a simple matter of faith can take all of those things and transform them into so much more. If you wish to look into the face of GOD, you will find honesty there. In a world where so much has to be examined to find the fatal flaws and lies, it is comforting to know that GOD's word is always the truth.

Sheep With Ears

It is very easy to call one's self a follower of Christ. All it takes for most is membership in a church and a few judgmental glares. In reality, following is difficult. It requires one to become not just a follower, but one who is willing to follow with an open and honest heart. To become a real follower of Christ, one must become a sheep with ears; a person willing to make the intelligent choice to give up his or her own will in order to follow Christ.

The first part of the equation, of course, is becoming a sheep for the Lord. Christ wanted people to be His sheep, His dedicated followers, willing to take His direction, John 10:27. In return for becoming these sheep, He gives His followers eternal life that no one could take away, John 10:28. This was a demonstration that He was truly the Son of God, and showing His authority to act with His father's power, John 10:29. Asking this was no small thing, He was asking His followers to take what He said on faith. To become His sheep, one has to realize that he or she takes orders from a higher power.

Staying an obedient follower is perhaps the most difficult part of believing. Even the people who could clearly interact with Christ were people who wanted more proof, John 10:24. He provided everything that they needed, but they always wanted more from Him. As believers, many people want more every day; clear signs and proof that they are doing the right thing. Christ, however, wanted people to believe in Him because of the proof already given, John 10:25. If you are not willing to do that, you may not be in a position to follow in the way that He wanted you to follow.

The real difficulty, it seems, is adding on the ability to actually listen. Christ wanted more than blind followers; He wanted sheep that would listen to His voice, John 10:27. These sheep are known by Christ and they follow Him without question. They do more than follow; they listen to the Son of God. This is difficult for many, because it requires not just following but doing so in an intelligent and enlightened manner. It requires so much more to be willing to give of yourself willingly than to do so blindly.

Following and listening to the Lord is difficult for many. However, the rewards promised for doing so are far beyond those that are offered for anything else. While it might be difficult to make yourself into a sheep with ears for the Lord, doing so will give you access to the greatest gift ever offered. In the end, that is worth sacrificing a bit of your own self-reliance, in fact, worth becoming that sheep.

The Spirit Is Given

GOD grants many gifts. It is through Him; after all, that salvation is possible. For those looking for other examples, life can be tough. It is very easy to say that you have been blessed by GOD, but many fall short when looking for something other than eternal life. After all, getting to that point is one of the hardest paths that one can follow in life. It is certainly something that requires more help than just that simple promise. Fortunately, GOD has given those who follow Him something more than just that promise; He has given them the Spirit. The Spirit is given to all of those who believe, giving men and women who follow in His footsteps a chance to become closer with GOD.

As with most things given by GOD, the Spirit is part of a promise. After all, all of the promises of GOD are in Him; a part of Him and a glorious expression of Him in humanity, 2 Corinthians 1:20.  This means that GOD's promises are more than just a guarantee; they are part of how GOD establishes His presence in the lives of those who believe. This not only makes these promises more permanent than those that are found in this earthly life, but they also make those promises a special kind of gift. After all, the gift of GOD should not be ignored, nor refused.

This promise is one that is given freely; something hard to remember on those days when you just do not feel like you are quite good enough. The promise of the Spirit is one that comes with no strings attached, and no reciprocal arrangement. GOD gives the gift of the Spirit to those who are far from worthy. It is up to believers to accept or to deny that gift, as GOD puts it entirely in their hands. This is an amazing thought, all GOD wants from you in return is love and devotion. There is no sacrifice, no impossible to understand set of laws; just a willingness to accept a gift that has been freely given and to understand that it is what GOD wants you to do.

What, then, does it mean to be given the Spirit? It means that GOD has anointed you and established you as a part of His kingdom, 2 Corinthians 1:21. This is an incredible step forward for anyone who chooses to follow GOD. After all, anointing is one of those holy acts that people do not really engage in any longer, it is a symbolic representation of being covered in GOD's blessing. If you have been anointed with the Spirit, you are entering into a sacred contract with the Lord. It is His show of approval of you, His show that you are worthy of receiving His gifts.

This is an awesome responsibility, even if it is a gift. Being anointed with the Spirit is being sealed by GOD, an act which binds you to Him, 2 Corinthians 1:22. Accepting His grace and His love is a powerful act that can and will change your life. This freely given Spirit gives you the responsibility to accept the wonderful burden that is GOD's love.

While it is most certainly a wonderful gift, it is also one that should not be taken lightly. After all, receiving the gift means acknowledging that GOD is the master of your life.

The Spirit is one of GOD's greatest gifts to man. It is the means by which one can come to know GOD and express His love in one's life. While the Spirit is given freely, one should always appreciate what that really means. It is an instrument of GOD's grace, one for which all should be thankful.

Who Hears MY Word ?

GOD's Word is a powerful thing. It is the direct link between man and that which is Holy, the instrument by which believers are taught and can teach others. It is more than just a series of writings; it is a Holy course set down for generations to come. Simply reading is not enough; one must hear and take the Word into one's heart. If that can be accomplished, one can receive the greatest gift of all: eternal life.

If one really wants to embrace the love of GOD and eternal life. One must have the Word, of course, but one must also hear it and believe in Christ, John 5:22. Scripture is very clear on the fact that those who both hear and believe have "passed from death into life", avoiding eternal judgment and gained life with GOD forever, John 5:22.  This is an incredible feat, as those who hear and believe are offered such a wonderful gift in return for such a simple action.

This does, unfortunately, have consequences for those who hear and do not believe. If one hears the word and does not believe, that person fails to honor Christ and failing to honor Christ is the same as failing to honor GOD Himself, John 5:23. Those who dishonor GOD are those who turn away the chance to receive the gift of eternity. It is important to note, the importance of hearing the word - hearing and believing are both necessary for salvation. If one does not hear, one cannot be held to the same standard as those who hear GOD and reject Him.

Compounding the misfortune of some is that one does not have eternity to accept the Word. The hour is coming, as scripture says, and the chance for those to both hear and believe is soon to fade away, John 5:25. Unfortunately, it is not all of those who are good or who try their best who will live; it is those who hear and believe that will be granted eternity, John 5:25. Given the general nature of life, it is always better to respond early than to wait too late after all, no one knows when the end is coming. It is better to be safe now than sorry later.

What does this mean for most believers? It means that it is time to both hear the word and to believe it. It also means that it is time to remember what GOD wants from you. GOD says that "he who hears MY Word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life", a statement that is more than just a lovely expression of how nice GOD can be, John 5:24. If you want to have an eternity with the Lord, it is best to evaluate where you stand with Him today. If you are willing to truly hear and believe, you will know what the future holds for you.

Did Bad - Got Good

The story of most people's life is that bad deeds are paid with more bad deeds. Unfortunately, that seems to be something that would work even with salvation. After all, who does not believe that being "bad" is a one way trip to hell? But in truth, no one has ever really been "good" enough to get to Heaven. Fortunately for you, Christ interceded to give you a chance to experience "did bad - got good". You have made mistakes in your life, but you can still get to heaven.

Yes, you did poorly at one point in your life. At one point, you were an enemy of GOD, Romans 5:10. You might not have meant to be, but you lived a life that glorified worldly means instead of GOD's love. It is nice to think of a loving and kind GOD, one has to realize that GOD can get angry; there is a wrathful side waiting for those not justified by His blood, Romans 5:9. At some point in life, every person has been far more worthy of that anger than any kind of grace. Unfortunately, that just seems to be the natural state of man; to disappoint GOD and be on the wrong side.

There is something that intervenes, the death of Christ, Romans 5:8. Because of Christ's sacrifice, GOD shows His love to everyone, even those who are sinners. Because of Christ's sacrifice, all who believe are justified in the blood of GOD, Romans 5:9. Even those who are enemies of GOD have been reconciled with Him through the sacrifice of Christ, Romans 5:10. This kind of atonement is just spectacular, as it required the sacrifice of someone who never was GOD's enemy. It required a sacrifice of purity and love, one that every person on Earth currently benefits from.

Yes, you have done badly in life. Yes, you have done things that you regret and certainly not worth the glory of the Lord. Fortunately, Christ interceded on your behalf. This gives you a chance to finally get something good, something that no one deserves. It gives you a real chance to step forward into the light and get what you truly do not deserve. If you are willing to take the time to dedicate yourself to Him, you can secure an ending which no one deserves. There are few chances to go from being an enemy to a member of the same family, but Christ gives you that chance.

I Can Do Nothing

Take a moment to say this simple phrase “I can do nothing". How frightening is that to say? It is an admission not only of weakness, but of helplessness. It is something which every man and woman struggles against every day. People want to be in control of their own lives, to make their own destinies. But in truth, it is GOD who is in control. When it comes to your ultimate fate, you have to realize that there is nothing that you can personally do to get your great reward. It is all in the hands of GOD.

The idea that there is nothing that you can do to get to heaven is scary. After all, everyone thinks that just being a good person should be enough. To be a good person, many people try to show the world how "good" they can be; usually through external works. Works fly in the face of grace, if you could work your way to heaven, after all, what would be the point of grace, Romans 11:6? Works are an attempt to make up for that which is lacking; the ability to live up to GOD's standards.

Thankfully, there is grace. Grace itself sets aside the need for works, Romans 11:6. Does that mean that one can go on sinning and simply count on GOD's grace? Of course not. What it does mean is that one should accept that GOD is the one that gets people into heaven. No matter what you do, you cannot do more than GOD's grace gives to you. This can be a comforting thought as well as one that is frightening. It means that as flawed as you are, GOD's grace will still carry you.

Take a moment and admit to yourself that you are not in control of your destiny. There is nothing that you can do to get to heaven on your own. There is no series of actions that will let you do what only GOD is able to do. If you are willing to admit that it is His grace that gets you to eternity, you will feel a weight lift from your shoulders. If you simply let go and let Him guide you, you will find the prospect of eternity an exciting thought.

Is The Spirit Of GOD Alive In You?

Is the Spirit of GOD alive in you? It is, of course, a complex question. It is one of those questions, in fact, that should not be answered quickly. Anyone who claims to follow Christ should spend time thinking about the answer every day. Having the Spirit in your life is more than just making a quick claim or attending a church service; it is something that shows through the way that you live and the way that you treat others. If you are in a position where the Spirit governs your life, it is hard to show the world anything else.

To understand the Spirit, you have to first understand your life without it. If you do not live life according to the Spirit, you are letting your life be ruled by the flesh,  by the basic desires of life, Romans 8:5. The flesh itself is NOT to be trusted and it sets mankind up for failure, Romans 8:3. The way of the flesh is, to be blunt; death, Romans 8:6. It is temporary at best, and hostile to GOD at its worst, Romans 8:7. This is what it means to live a life without the Spirit.

If you live by the Spirit, you are accepting the sin offering that GOD made through His Son's death, Romans 8:3. Instead of living a life that is in opposition to GOD and on a path to death, you live one that is on a path toward righteousness and eternal glory, Romans 8:6. If you live a life with the Spirit, you know it and you know that you are on the path GOD wants you to be on, and that you are taking a journey with eternal consequences.

Is the Spirit of GOD alive in you? If it is, you have a heavenly eternity to look forward to. You are no longer a prisoner of evil desires, you are looking up and not down. The road is not always easy, but it is fulfilling. If you do not feel like you are on the right path, you still have time. Finding GOD is easy, even if dedicating yourself to righteousness is not. If you are willing to admit that you are weak and that He is strong, you can go where you need to go.

It's A Done Deal

Fate is something in which most people both believe in and scoff at. After all, people want something or someone to blame when things go wrong; but always want to take credit for when things go well. When it comes to eternity, your fate can be decided by a single choice. It is a done deal, in regards to your soul, if you are only willing to listen. Whether or not you make the right choice makes all the difference.

As far as GOD's concerned, your fate is a done deal. If you believe in Him; you are not condemned, John 3:18. Likewise, if you fail to believe in Him, your fate is sealed. It might not be the nicest thing to think about, but at least it offers certainty. Jesus did not come to condemn the world, but to save it; it only makes sense that rejecting Him would be equal to rejecting salvation, John 3:17. When put in such black and white terms, one can easily see how one's fate is so easily determined.

The good news is, if you believe and follow, you are given Heaven; it is that easy. Unfortunately, too many people ignore that fact. It just seems like people enjoy living in the dark, ignoring the light that has come to them, John 3:19. If you want to live in the light, you simply have to acknowledge what you already know to be true. It may not be easy to step away from others, but it does give you a chance to live your life as you know it needs to be lived.

Your fate has been decided by your choices. If you choose GOD, you get eternity. If you do not, your outlook is not nearly so bright. If you are willing to follow Him and believe, you have nothing to worry about. If you have not made that decision, there is still time for you to do so today.

We Are All In The Same Boat

We are all in the same boat when it comes to eternity. You might think that it takes something special to get to heaven; I need to be a better person. This thought might be what turns so many away from the path of righteousness. GOD does not care where you start; it is only where you end up that really matters. The Lord gives everyone an opportunity to follow Him and to get to heaven. Getting past where you start, can be difficult. It is important to understand that there is equality in the Spirit and that everyone in the world has an equal chance to follow a path to true redemption and to eternity.

If you want to look at equality in the Spirit, the first place to look is with a hard truth; everyone has come short of GOD's glory, Romans 3:23. There is not a person on earth that can measure up to what GOD actually wants. No matter where you start, you will always end up in the same place on your own, far short of where you intended to be. While this might be something of a depressing thought for some, it is proof that no one gets a leg up on anyone else when it comes to the Lord. No one gets a special chance to start somewhere better or is punished by the circumstances of their life; everyone starts as a failure, but can move forward in life.

It is impossible for any human to be justified in the eyes of GOD on his or her own, Romans 3:20. After all, every person sins; there is no great law that can provide salvation. Everyone knows sin, and everyone will commit it. It takes something more than the actions of a person to earn glory in the name of GOD. It takes something very particular to get in a place that is worthwhile, it takes the Lord.

The great news is that GOD has freely given a chance to everyone in the world. It is not by a set of laws, but a faith in Jesus Christ that gains a person the righteousness of the Lord, Romans 3:22. Even better, there is nothing or no one that can stop you from gaining that righteousness. There is "no difference" between those who have faith in the Lord, Romans 3:22. You can start anywhere, come from any background, it does not matter. What matters is that you have faith and that you follow the true path of the Lord.

Everyone is in the same boat when it comes to the Lord. There is no one who is better or worse. There are only those who follow and those who do not. If you choose to follow the Lord, you are guaranteed a life of righteousness and an eternity in the hereafter with GOD. If not, your eternity will be much hotter. The good news is, there is no cut-off for admission. You can turn your life towards Him whenever you like. It takes nothing special to follow the Lord, other than acceptance of what He has done just for you. Everyone starts somewhere; it is your destination that matters.

Already Judged Guilty

You are already judged guilty by GOD. This is a sad statement, but one that must be said. It is wonderful to say that you are a "good person", but that simply is not enough. Every person makes mistakes; it is part of being human. On your own, that is enough to put you far from the grace of GOD. You may not do any single terrible thing, but a lifetime of mistakes will catch up with you. When you make the wrong choices, you put yourself in a position that simply leaves you far from grace. If you try to get to heaven on your own, you will find that path impossible. You have been judged guilty of the crime of being imperfect, and the sentence for that is eternal punishment.

There is not anything that you can do to save yourself from your sentence. After all, people have long since turned away from the light of the Lord, John 3:19. Evil seems to be in the heart of all people, even in those who do their very best to make sure that it does not define their lives. No matter what you do, you will eventually earn that sentence; it is only a matter of time. No human being who has ever lived has ever been perfect enough to satisfy GOD and to escape that sentence, and you should expect nothing different for yourself.

That does not, however, mean that all hope is lost. If you believe in the sacrifice of Christ and in the love of GOD, you can be saved from that guilty sentence, John 3:16 & 17. After all, Christ came to the world to save it and give it a second chance, no matter what you may have done. If you want to honor the Lord, your only chance to do so is through accepting His gift willingly and fully. You have been found guilty by GOD for your imperfections; but still given a chance to join Him. He made the sacrifice, but you get the reward.

So what does that mean for you? It not only means that you have a chance for salvation, but a chance to lead others along the same path, John 3:21. This is an incredible gift, one that simply has not been matched in the history of mankind. The idea that you will always fail in your attempts to be perfect is scary and just not how the most of us think. If however, you accept your own limits and have a willingness to follow Jesus Christ; it will make you a beacon for others. If you are simply willing to believe with your heart and follow in His path, you will be saved and you can help those who you love.

You are already judged guilty, but your rescue is available. Following your beliefs is not exactly easy; it is certainly the only way out of eternal punishment. If you are willing to accept His word, you are already free. This can be a wonderful gift; if you are willing to accept it. Next time that you think you are without hope, remember this; as guilty as you maybe, there is always a way out for you. It might seem grim right now, but the truth of being judged guilty today comes with a promise of salvation. The Lord is on your side, and you can trust in Him.

What Have I Got To Lose?

Following the Lord is a big decision. It changes the way that you live your life; it might mean leaving behind things and people that were important to you. If you are going to follow, you need to do so in an organized and rational way. The best way to do this, is to ask yourself this simple question, what have I got to lose?

What do you have to lose by following the Lord? If you look deep within yourself, you know that there is quite a bit. You will certainly have to lose your own selfish desires, Mark 8:34. You will have to lose a sense of driving your own destiny and making all of your own decisions. You will have to lose your sinful ways. And when you do this, you do not do it for yourself; you do it for the sake of the Lord and for GOD Himself, Mark 8:35. In a real way, you have to lose yourself.

What if you fail to follow Him? That is the other part of the equation, and one that should be considered carefully. You lose the chance of the salvation of your own soul if you fail to follow Him, Mark 8:36. When considering which path is better, nothing is worth more than your soul, Mark 8:37. You have a choice to accept or reject salvation. If you make the choice not to follow, you will forfeit your soul. It is rarely put in such simple terms, but it is no less true!

Take a moment to weigh your decision. The idea that you should never give up your own choices, has been around for ages.  Embarrassed or ashamed of giving up on your own choice or ashamed of GOD today; He will be ashamed of you when it really counts, Mark 8:38. This is a simple decision to make, yet it is the most important decision you will ever make. If you want to follow, you will follow. If not, you need to know what you are giving up.

If you follow Him; you cannot lose. You might have to give up control and some bad habits, but you will go through life knowing that you are on the right path. If you choose not to follow, you will have a Christ-less eternity to look forward too!  Your choice itself is simple, no matter what anyone says. If you are willing to follow, you gain everything. If you are not willing to follow Him; you lose everything.

I Smell Something Burning And Its Me

Have you ever smelled something when it was burning? It is an unpleasant smell, one that causes alarm and disgust. Imagine that you woke up one day and thought "I smell something burning and it’s me". That idea is terrifying to most, and for good reason. Burning means pain and perhaps even death. It should come as no surprise, that burning also serves as a final punishment and torment. If you find yourself separated from GOD, it will come as no surprise if you smell something burning.

When most Christians think of burning, they think of hell. Hell has a remarkable hold on the faithful mind, largely because of the mental image associated with it. Hell is a "lake of fire", the final resting place of not just the dead but of death itself, Revelation 20:14 & 15. Hell is the place that a person goes when they are separated from GOD for all of eternity. Nothing is more frightening, and nothing should be. This is the end that NO one wants to see and the end that most fear.

In a biblical sense, the way to hell is demonstrated through being left out of the "book of life", Revelation 20:15. Being left out of this book is an idea similar to what we think of as a "second death", Revelation 20:14. Instead of just dying physically, one loses his or her eternal existence. This is an incredibly frightening thought; because it is so final. If you fail to pass GOD's final test, you will follow death to its final resting place.

Of course, not everyone is left out. All of the dead get a chance to go before GOD, and many of them do have their names in the "book of life". When that book is opened, it does not matter who you are; rich and famous or poor and unknown, you will stand before the same throne in judgment, Revelation 20:12. When that judgment comes, you will be judged on what you did with Jesus Christ.

There is only one way to make sure that you are safely put in the “book of life". You have to be able to pass that great and terrible judgment before GOD at the end of days, Revelation 20:12. Doing this means that you have lived your life in a way of which GOD will approve. It does not mean that you are perfect or that you are impressively holy; it does mean that you have followed His Word and put your faith in Jesus Christ. There is NO other way that will lead you to where you want to go. But, there are many other ways that will lead you to the fire.

You do not have to burn. You can experience a full and rewarding life and still find your place in paradise when it is over. To do that, though, you have to put your faith in something bigger than yourself. Doing just that, allows you to know that your final reward is heaven and NOT the lake of fire. Next time that you smell something burning, you will feel a bit safer in the knowledge that it is likely just the oven.

It Is Written

You do not have to believe in GOD to know that human beings are imperfect; just look at the world around you. Can you understand that you really have no chance to be any more than an imperfect person? There is nothing that you can do to get to know GOD without first following Him. It is written in the Bible that man cannot be righteous without GOD. GOD being the only source of righteousness, for those not willing to follow Him, the outcome is frightening.

No one gets to be called righteous, and that really does mean no one, Romans 3:10. Not a single person in the world has the right to be called a “good" person, no matter how hard they try. This is a hard pill to swallow, especially in a world where so many people try to do the right thing. It is unfortunate, that there is not a single person who can claim to have actually gotten it right. This failure is part of being human, but even that does not earn anyone a break from judgment.

Deep down, there is not a person in the world who has not turned his or her face from GOD, Romans 3:12. After all, GOD is great and humans are simply human. Because humanity has turned its back on GOD, people cannot be considered good. There is nothing good in this world without GOD, nothing worth being called righteous. This is a sad fact! However, something good that comes out of knowing that one cannot be good; is knowing the one who is good.

If you choose to put your faith in GOD, you are able to be more than you could have ever hoped to be. If you seek GOD; if you are willing to turn to Him, you become good through His Grace.

It is written that Christ came to take your place. It is okay to be less than perfect; because there is no way that we could be otherwise. Christ came to Earth to give you a choice, it is up to you. If you follow GOD with an honest heart and a clear mind, you follow the one who is righteous.

Lose To Win

There is a huge emphasis on winning in modern society. It always seems like you have to beat someone else to get ahead in life. If you ever want something, it seems that it has to be worth fighting for. To win the ultimate prize, you have to lose. The idea of having to lose to win is not something that makes sense to most, but it is something that is incredibly true.

What does it mean to lose? To some degree, of course, it means to give things up. In this case, it also means giving up the belief there is any worth in things, Philippians 3:8. Everything in the world will have to become worthless to you to win, and that means changing the way that you look at things. No item is worthwhile, no possession, no money:  nothing is worth more than your goal, and that goal is eternity. This flies in the face of the views of the world, but it is something that you have to embrace. After all, you will have to give up the world as well.

Of course, not everything is bad. Yes, you will lose, but you will also win. That which you win, is worth far more than anything you could ever lose; for you will win Christ, Philippians 3:8. To know the love of Christ is spectacular, even if it comes with loss. Think about it for a moment; anything you lose today will be something that you lose temporarily. If you are with Christ, you win forever. That makes all of that short-term loss more than worth it, if you are willing to have faith.

You do not get to win just by giving up; you have to have faith, Philippians 3:9. You do not get the chance to be righteous on your own, but only through Christ. So everything you give up; you give up becoming a righteous person. That means taking the time to study, yes, and also the time to believe. If you are willing to admit that faith in GOD is the only way for you to achieve righteousness, everything that you gave up is worth the sacrifice.

Sometimes, you have to lose to win. You will have to give up everything, but you will get a prize greater than anything you can ever imagine. If you would like to become a true winner, you should take some time to make sure that you are willing to become one who the world considers to be a loser. You can take comfort in the fact that everything else will be provided in the end, and that you will become a winner in the long term. After all, no prize is greater than the love of Christ.

Those Who Do NOT Believe

There are people who believe in Christ in the world, and those who do not. No matter where you stand as a believer, you will spend time interacting with those who do not believe. While it is not necessarily the place of a person of faith to judge, it is important to understand what it means for a person not to believe in Christ. Those who do not believe have a rather different fate than those who do, and the core of their own actions differs in a very important way from those who put their faith in Christ.

If you believe in Christ, you believe in certain things. First, and perhaps foremost, you believe that the testimony of the Bible (GOD's testimony) is true - that Christ is the Son of GOD, sent here to die for the sins of man, 1 John 5:10. Believing this is not just a small part of Christianity, but the core of it. Without that, one does not truly believe. If one does believe, one is granted life - both in terms of the spirit and in terms of eternity, 1 John 5:12. If one believes, then, they possess an eternal truth that cannot be denied.

Not believing in GOD does not mean that one thinks GOD is mistaken or that something is not right. Instead, it is clearly stated that those who do not believe that Jesus is the Son of GOD are simply saying that GOD is a liar, 1 John 5: 10. Remember, GOD's testimony (through the prophets and the Bible) are very clear on the facts of who Jesus is. In fact, Jesus' entire life can be seen as a testimony of GOD. Denial of Him means that one is denying the truth of what GOD says, and thus puts GOD in the position of a liar.

While calling GOD a liar might be bad enough, the results are even worse for those who do not have Christ. If you do not believe, the Bible is very clear to say that you do not have life, 1 John 5:12.  This means that those who do not believe do not have the proper spiritual relationship with GOD; they also are shutting themselves away from eternal life. Without belief, one cannot accept the truth of GOD. Without accepting His truth, one cannot enter His kingdom. It is unfortunate, but it is also true.

The best news, you still have time to turn towards GOD. So long as you live, you will always have a chance to turn towards the right path. Even if you feel like your faith is shaky today, you have time to go to GOD in prayer and get your soul right. While the future may not be kind to those who do not believe, there is a bright future ahead of those who do. If you think you need help getting to where you need to be or that you still have too much doubt in your heart, know this: GOD is always there waiting for you. You just have to make the right choice while you still have time.

Conclusion

No matter where you are in life; good or bad, believer or non-believer, fearful or confident; you have the opportunity to embrace a wonderful gift. There is not a single person on this Earth that is worthy of grace and forgiveness, yet it is given to us all through the most wonderful of sacrifices. If you are willing to take that step and move forward into a bigger world, you have the chance to embrace so much more than you may have ever imagined. You have the chance to embrace a grace and love that is beyond anything you have ever experienced.

If you take anything away from this, take away this; your future is secured not by your own actions, but by the grace of GOD. There is nothing more natural than fearing the end of your life or fearing that you are not quite the person that you should be, but you do not have to live with that fear. You can embrace the Lord and embrace a life that is worth living. Your fate is out of your hands; but it is very much in His. Surrender your control, and you can embrace your eternal life.

It can be scary to give everything up to a guarantee. Try to remember, though, that the guarantees of GOD are not like the guarantees of the world. The guarantees of GOD are written in the language of real truth, of eternal love and perfect forgiveness. Embracing that guarantee is what separates you from those who do not believe; not being good or bad, not questioning your faith and certainly not your personal perfection. The truth of GOD's love is that you have to embrace it and follow His path to obtain the gifts that He has promised.

You have such a wonderful journey ahead of you, if you are only willing to acknowledge that fact. Before you were born, GOD knew you and loved you. If you are willing to accept that truth and embrace His love fully, the conclusion to your story will be one of perfect joy.

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Table of Contents

How Do I Get Eternal Life?

What About What I Want?

I Do Not Want To Die

I Can Save Myself

I Am A Pretty Good Person

Why Should I Believe?

What Must I Do?

What is truth?

I Never Saw You

100 % Eternal Security Guarantee

Perfect Forever

GOD Is NO Liar

Sheep With Ears

The Spirit Is Given

Who Hears MY Word ?

Did Bad - Got Good

I Can Do Nothing

Is The Spirit Of GOD Alive In You?

It's A Done Deal

We Are All In The Same Boat

Already Judged Guilty

What Have I Got To Lose?

I Smell Something Burning And Its Me

It Is Written

Lose To Win

Those Who Do NOT Believe

Conclusion

Table of Contents

How Do I Get Eternal Life?

What About What I Want?

I Do Not Want To Die

I Can Save Myself

I Am A Pretty Good Person

Why Should I Believe?

What Must I Do?

What is truth?

I Never Saw You

100 % Eternal Security Guarantee

Perfect Forever

GOD Is NO Liar

Sheep With Ears

The Spirit Is Given

Who Hears MY Word ?

Did Bad - Got Good

I Can Do Nothing

Is The Spirit Of GOD Alive In You?

It's A Done Deal

We Are All In The Same Boat

Already Judged Guilty

What Have I Got To Lose?

I Smell Something Burning And Its Me

It Is Written

Lose To Win

Those Who Do NOT Believe

Conclusion