Five Results from Eternal Life

 

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by Desiring God (10 min 39 sec)

 

I believe that none of us can imagine the magnificence of eternal life.  The video above and the Scriptures below can help us KNOW the facts to rest on for the blessing of our future with our Saviour.

 

1.    We can walk in newness of life

 

“Therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” II Corinthians 5:17

 

“Therefore we have been buried with Him through baptism into death, in order that as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too might walk in newness of life.” Romans 6:4

 

2.    We can walk in the light of righteousness

 

“Again therefore Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world; he who follows Me shall not walk in the darkness, but shall have the light of life.’” John 8:12

 

3.    We have the water and bread of life

 

[Jesus teaching] “’Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.’” Matthew 5:6

 

“Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me shall not hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.’” John 6:35

 

4.    We have abundant life

 

[Jesus teaching] “’The thief comes only to steal, and kill and destroy; I came that they might have life, and might have it abundantly.’” John 10:10

 

5.    We have a new love for the souls of others

 

“Do all things without grumbling or disputing; that you may prove yourselves to be blameless and innocent, children of God above reproach in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation among whom you appear as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may have cause to glory because I did not run in vain nor toil in vain.” Philippians 2:14-16

 

“Do not marvel, brethren, if the world hates you.  We know that we have passed out of death into life, because we love our brethren.  He who does not love abides in death.” I John 3:13-14

 

“With the new life of Christ stirring in our hearts, old things of sin and things that are questionable will begin to drop off.[1]”

 

Take care with love, especially His, Darlene (who still prays for you each day)

 

PS:  Find my statement of faith:  https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com (where you will also find a series of beginner Bible studies to share). You can easily find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’.  (Also, there is an android ‘Google Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone.  Not sure about Apple.)

 

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS (any updates?)

 

·      Tonga – volcanic explosion and tsunami – destroying one third of the island, unknown number of deaths.  The island is without water, normal services, communication and further damages continuing.  Please pray for those on the island and all those rushing to aid those left behind.

·      Mark – a wonderful gardener who keeps my yard looking amazing was struck in the side of the jaw by a huge beam (an accident).  The jaw was broken.  However, it was an area that had been treated for cancer.  Trying to establish some relief from the pain and to get his jaw fixed has been an ongoing adventure.  Progress is finally being made.  He is a Christian and needs your prayers for healing and to sustain he and his family through this time.

·      Christians in Afghanistan – Many Christians went to this country to share the Good News to many who would never have heard of Jesus.  These leaders and baby Christians are now in heightened danger and need your prayers to protect them and sustain them during this time. 

·      Ray Jr. – Ray’s father passed away after his struggle with cancer.  Continue to pray for Ray’s family.  Pray the Lord holds Ray Jr. (and his brothers) closely during this time of loss and personal pain.

·      Grant – as he grieves the loss of his mother.

·      Family of Eric – Eric at 52 died suddenly leaving his 47-year-old wife and three girls (ages 16, 19 and 23).  Pray the Lord comforts the family through this time of mourning.  Pray for their wisdom and that Go-d will send trustworthy, honourable, Bible-based councilors for the many decisions that now must be made.

·      Peyton - eldest granddaughter of Jeff and Rachael – now in her second year of college.  Please continue to pray for her that she does well, makes good decisions and continues having a good relationship with the Lord. 

·      Adam – please pray for his strength and peace as he pursues new job possibilities and that the Lord will guide him clearly in his decisions and to know without doubt the depth of forgiveness; and that his wife will be the loving supporter he badly needs.

·      Barb – my brother’s faithful and kind wife.  Thank you for praying for her.  She needs prayers to sustain her and protect her health and energy during this time of additional stress and challenge at work.

·      Sophie – three-year old daughter of a friend.  She is chronically unwell and frail.  Please pray for her, her parents and health carers to find ways to manage the symptoms and heal her.

·      Hans – a dear friend in Germany, the cancer seems to be stable for now.  Pray for his financial situation to improve and for his ongoing strength through the pain when it comes.  Pray for his patience and God’s mercy.  Pray for his healthcare providers and that he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.  Pray for his Mom (age 84) who is also unwell -- that their time together is filled with extraordinary good memories and lots of love.

·      Callilah - a lost child.  Pray the Lord will capture her heart.

 

Pray for those in full-time service

Pray to uphold our Christian leaders – that they never compromise God’s Word, are bold and courageous in the face of evil.  Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.

Pray for those with ongoing health concerns

Many of us have family, friends and loved ones with fragile health.  Pray God takes special care with them and protects them in practical ways and that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.

Pray for the World

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[1] © 1958, Moody Bible Institute of Chicago, God’s Word Made Plain, by Mrs. Paul Friederichsen, pp. 203-10.