Word for the day "An unpopular faith"
John 14:6 (KJV) Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.I read an article about a man who once wrote a children’s book about heaven. When checking out the reviews of his book, he came across a reviewer who said she was attracted by the book’s title and artwork. Then she noted how her excitement was replaced by dismay when the author claimed the only way to heaven was through Jesus Christ. The reviewer was deeply offended by what she called the book’s “obvious bias against non- Christians.” How do you feel about this situation?We live in times where tolerance and diversity are the buzz words-particularly in the world of religion. How could any faith be called “healthy” that claimed only one way to God?But have you listened to the advocates of this thought? Their message is that the way to salvation is through our moral virtue. “Be good, do good, and it’ll all work out. “What’s your view? Please understand today's reading is only saying what Jesus said, and if Jesus said it I am learning to come to an understanding whether it be popular or unpopular.My other concern with advocates of the current message is this: I’m not that good a person-certainly not good enough to stand before God on the basis of my own struggling virtue. What about you? It’s not about me being good; I think it’s about God being God. Anyway great family just something to wake you up on Monday morning!Point to ponder- As unpopular as it might be, the truth is, we are all sinners. But thankfully God made a way for us to come to Him and not be seen as such-through the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus. I know it maybe narrow-but it’s true! Why is it true, when you read today’s passage our Lord says so!Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of August 2016 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. William Wilson, Ms. Gertrude Scott, Ms. Divinia Stewart, Ms. Norma Hernandez, and Ms. Vanessa Gaskins. Why don't you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people, we'd love to hear from you!Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow!Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much!http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2