Weekly Inspiration Greetings from Pastor James Life in this world seems to be getting more confusing and even frightening. Sometimes you think there is no use in trying; “I am not that important anyway. My meager life can’t possibly make a difference in this world: I will never get out of this slump I am in”. Some think they have done too many things wrong. And they think what’s the use? I’ll never get my life together. I’ll always be in the “same old, same old” rut. I haven’t got what it takes to accomplish much of anything. You have all these problems dragging you down. And if you give in to the world, you will always be in an ‘It is what it is,’ state of mind. Sin is the problem. A lack of faith and giving in to greed and always taking the easy path will lead to a life of defeat and misery. Read Hebrews 11: 29-12:2. Hebrews tells us of how faith led ordinary people, God’s people, to win battles. Because of their faith in a life beyond theirs, they endured persecution. Faith shut the mouths of lions. Faith quenched the fury of the flames with Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. Faith escaped the edge of the sword for David. Joshua led his people to circle Jericho for seven days. The walls of a mighty city fell and the meek and humble were victorious. The Israelites were delivered from bondage across a dry seabed. Those without faith that pursued them were drowned. The Book of Hebrews mentions a long list of people whose lives were used by God because of their faith. Through faith God can change your life. Through faith a person can overcome temptations. Have faith and cast your burdens upon the Lord. We are encouraged by a great cloud of witnesses described in Hebrews 11. The Apostle Paul compares our Christian journey to that of a race. An Olympic runner focuses on the finish line. If the runner looks back at the one behind him, he will lose ground. Take your mind off your problems and focus on Jesus Christ. As we run the race of the Christian life the champions of Hebrews 11 can encourage us to faith. Who are the witnesses today? We are. We pick up what God has given us in His inspired Word. We soak up the truths and events and use them in our own lives. We also have the Holy Spirit to lead us and guide us on our Christian journey. We are called to bring the focus of the world to Christ. Come and worship at the Living Water Church. Lay aside your burdens as you worship the author and perfecter of our faith, who endured the cross. As long as you trust in Christ, you will always live a victorious life. Blessings to all, Pastor James Boyette Living Water Christian Church 72 N Lake Ave. Front Royal VA 22630 |