Let’s face it, each of us wants to believe that we are standing on the side of right and good. We all have deep convictions about our faith, our morals, our politics. And often, we gaze in wonder at others, thinking “How can they believe that? Who do they think they are? Don’t they see their wickedness?” We seem to love to divide ourselves into thinking that we are right and others are wrong, finding many ways to judge “the other.”
Now imagine Jesus standing in the gap—you on one side of your belief, the person you most disagree with on the other side, Christ standing in the middle, holding your hands, creating a conduit. Both of you are beloved children of God, bound together in the family of God, a people who know who Jesus is and understand he is asking us to be mended by his mercy, together.
Indeed, “God loves you and so do I!” ✝️ Romans 5:8, “But here is how God has shown His love for us. While we were still sinners, Christ died for us!” God won’t leave us where we are and neither will I ✝️ 1 Peter 3:9, “The Lord is not slow to keep His promise. He is not slow in the way some people understand it. Instead, He is patient with you. He doesn’t want anyone to be destroyed. Instead, He wants all people to turn away from their sins!” Amen ✝️
Sara, what a beautiful image you have painted for us, may it be so.
Did not expect to read the Gospel of inclusion this morning…concerning.
Sarah your words fill my head with hopes of a positive future in this world and everyones lives. For all humans to be the best God fearing version of themselves that they can be. Blessings to all the LFF, especially those with extra needs these days. May the Holy Spirit fill the hearts of all to guide us to a heavenly earth.
Amen
Jesus, guide me on my path. Amen!
Lead me to love Lord you are my Lord who takes away the sins of the world thank you for all you do for me and my family Amen Amen Amen
Thank you Sarah. I pray that our country finds a way to bridge our divides.
AMEN!
Amen. :)
Yes, Jesus is in the gap, but how? It sounds so loving, so right and so much nicer if we all get along with Jesus in the middle holding hands because “we are all children of God!” How true is it? Do you know what “Gospel of inclusion” is? It is definitely not the Gospel of Jesus Christ! *** What does God’s Word say? Matthew 4:4b, “Jesus answered, “It is written, ‘Man must not live only on bread. He must also live on every Word that comes from the mouth of God.’ ” *** Who are the children of God? John...
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Thank you Salina for pointing out some of the fallacies of the "gospel of inclusion." 2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance to their own desires...
Remember we are not sinners because we sin, we sin because we are sinners!!!
The Gospel is inclusive that Jesus died for all sinners! Yet the Gospel is exclusive that only those who believe in Jesus are saved and those who don’t believe in Jesus are not saved!!!
Thanks for your concern ????. Having problems with my oxygen level they got me on breathing machine. The size of a carry on luggage. Sleeping not much fun
Ken, so glad to hear from you. You have been missed. Am praying for you right now, May the Lord be with you, my friend. Sending a great big hug.
Been thinking about you too, Ken. You are loved by so many people and we are praying for you and holding you in our hearts. You are the perfect example of a true follower of Jesus. You care for everyone, no questions asked. Love to you and your family.
Praying for you Ken, that you may overcome this new challenge.
Prayers for you Ken. I had a couple of friends that went through the same thing. It was hard to get things leveled out but eventually they found a routine. God will hold you in his hands and guide you. Vicky G. hope you are doing okay also, prayers and blessings to you both!
I’m with you Ken. I use a Breas Vivo 45, but without those machines we wouldn’t be here and the Father still wants us here for a reason. Not good sleep is just one more test of our faith and our will to follow Jesus. Sounds like you are being called to witness to a whole new group of people in the medical/respiratory field and you may find the Feed More people and children are way more open to the message than those your latest problem has put you in contact with. You are equipped through your 2nd graders and...
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Yes Sarah! It seems though that these days it takes a lot of bricks to bridge the gap. We must remember that Jesus is the Cornerstone.
Ken! Been thinking and praying for you right now. Just hoping you are just busy with family, friends and Feedmore. Including the souls of purgatory in my nightly rosary.
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Jesus fills the gaps of my heart when I doubt. When I am not sure of myself, when I am living in sin. Jesus fills the gap with understanding and includes all Children of God in love, grace, forgiveness and brings peace. Even though there are difficult sayings and practices in the Bible, love never fails. Jesus comes in between people who have misunderstandings, is present in discussing those things we can agree to disagree and still say, "God loves you and so do I."