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What is it about sales people that they try to believe that what it is that they are peddling is legitimate and that somehow people actually need it? It's called a sales pitch. That sales pitch often come from years even decades of research, and culminates the best method of getting people to buy. So, now you are a "Salesman." Sell me eternal salvation. Which method works best? Which line will they buy? Well coming from a salesperson, none of that actually works and here's why. First of all they've already heard it. Secondly they already see you coming, so they've turned themselves off to any of your jargon, no matter what you tell them. Thirdly, they don't want to buy it anyway, more than likely because they think it's a waste of time, money, or someone else bought it and told them to steer clear. So, your still a sales person, and God is now telling you to sell His Son's Promise of Salvation to someone who is heading to hell! It's all the same. Here's what actually works; For one begin with prayer, and I mean pray specifically that God would give you the Word's to share with others, meaning both the lost and the lukewarm. I usually don't have anything prepared, because every situation is different. So why not start with a positive word such as while you are in WalMart going down the isle and you see a person you just say something. Is that any good? Have you tried it? What's for diner? Sometimes I even ask them when are they going to die? But I reserve that to the cocky teen ager's, who already know it all. The point is to get them talking about it. Because they aren't used to it. Once you get their attention you can ask they if they know where they are going to spend eternity. That is very important! Because you'd be really surprised to hear their responses. "Oh, we're atheist's, we don't believe in any of that." To which I usually add, "oh, so your religious?" Then if they weren't already running away, they've just started. Because the Holy Spirit, just gave them another blast from their past, and they don't want to face the truth. Which is really sad because if they don't get over it meaning pride they are truly going to spend all eternity in hell, just because someone else sold them another lie, and they don't think the subject of sin really applies to them. Especially that whole eternal damnation and Hell part. But, remember you started a conversation, and because you prepared the situation first by specifically praying for the right Word's, you've done your part. However, after they've left, pray that someone else continues the conversation, especially before they actually die. You here stories about people having supernatural encounters. I've had them myself, so right there you already know that I'm a nut. I've had more than one, so that makes me a certified kook. So I don't share these with many, especially the unsaved. Because they usually didn't want to have a conversation with me anyway, but now they have reason. But I have talked with a lot of people who've had supernatural encounters and its really odd but they are for the most part "unbiblical." What that means is that they don't fit in the box what churches proclaim. Which means that if their minister, pastor, preacher, bishop, priest, or clergy didn't tell them that its true, then it probably isn't. God spoke to me audibly! So there I'm a nut. Also He healed me, changed me, loves me, and has a relationship with me. I didn't have any of that before I got saved. But here's the thing, you've got to start somewhere. I started many years ago when I was about 12 years old. I was at a Jack Hyles youth camp in Hammond Indiana where Jack Hyles told us that we were supposed to open up our Bibles and read along with him, because we weren't supposed to take anyone's word for it but God Himself. That was a life changer. Then on the same day or perhaps later on that same year, Mr. Hyles had an alter call. But it wasn't the alter call that got me, it was when he said something that touched me. He said its between you and God, and if you don't feel comfortable coming forward you can tell Him that know you're a sinner and ask God to forgive you of yours sins right there where you are. You can ask Him to become a greater part of your life, and you can thank Him for sending His Son to die in your place, and that you believe the testimony or truth about of His only Son Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. It took me nearly three years of witnessing to others before I actually got anyone to receive God's Salvation in my presence. But I didn't just have one, no, I had three all in the same day. But you've got to keep plugging. They probably won't hear it from anyone else. Besides once we are in fact saved, we are instructed by God to go out and share our faith. So lets get the ball rolling, remember we are just here to either plant seeds or to sometimes water them, its God who does the rest. But if you don't sow don't expect to ever reap God's rewards. I don't want a small apartment where I am headed, I'd prefer to have at least a studio, near a lake, with all the perks that I can get, but it takes work, and I'm not dead yet so I've got to do what I'm told, not my will but His...

If evolution is a fact I have one question. How did life enter into all of this nothingness that evolved itself from nothing? So consider how much of a blessing life in itself truly is. Nations across the globe are willing to turn away from God all in the name of what? Man? Society? Freedom? Imagine that you're living in Germany or anywhere near Western Europe in 1933, and all of a sudden, through man, essentially one of the greatest liars ran for office. He was elected Chairman and a year later he became the Fuhrer, or Dictator of nearly the entire World. Hitler nearly became the ruler of the entire World through the repetition of lies. Had the United States not entered the War, Hitler likely would have succeeded. It took another step, one that probably never could have been imagined, the attack by Japan on Pearl Harbor and although our President WAS STILL somehow adamantly apposed, apposed not only by standing laws being completely justified by the US and World position of neutrality during the War in Europe. Yet that would all change, by the stroke of something more powerful than anything imagined, against the odds both in the Pacific, and Atlantic theaters the United States and its Allies defeated the two most powerful Military's, the German Nazi War machine and the Japanese Imperial Army and Navy. Hitler wrote something nearly 100 years ago, in 1925; "If you tell a big enough lie and tell it frequently enough, it will be believed. Make the lie big, make it simple, keep saying it, and eventually they will believe it. He alone, who owns the youth, gains the future." Our schools, the media, the internet, search engines, social media moguls even our own government. Is it coincidental that they are all beating the same drum? Every one of them in harmony repeating the same lies concerning sexuality, and every perverted thought including what is and isn't politically correct. Our gun laws, our boarders, illegal immigration, the 1st and 2nd Amendments, and the political assassination of our current President by not only the opposing party, but in effect anyone who is threatened by his stance on actually draining the swamp and bolstering our country by returning it back to the the once great nation it was. Please pray for our Country, Br Chuck

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Something to ponder Does it matter that I as a Christian am offended by the LGBTQ community, its deadly message, its stance on what is or isn't politically correct in today's dark fallen world? Does it matter that the book of Romans 1st and 12th chapters explains fallen mans fate in large detail and how every sinner faces condemnation based on his or her individual sin against God and their failure to repent? Does it matter that I know just what God says regarding sin, the eternal price one must pay which is either death of self or accepting the free gift from God which is believing that His only Son paid the price for us? Does it matter that everyone will die and will upon passing from this world that we all must face judgement by an all knowing God? That without a Holy advocate who is Christ Jesus, in our place, we will be pardoned and go on to live in Glory with God in Heaven for eternity? And the need to tell others about this most critical phenomenon? Does it matter that on average most if not all Christian's never share their faith with the lost or even their own family, because of their fear of ridicule or shame concerning their actual faith concerning Christianity? I challenge everyone today to put the truth back into the tradition of Christmas, that we should celebrate the birth of God's only Son. Who died on a cross for us because we because of our own sins must somehow pay a price for our sins in some way. I choose to accept Jesus' testimony. I choose to tell others about this not hide behind any politically correct lie that we need to keep it to ourselves and not offend others because that's just how it is. When in truth it isn't so. I am praying for strength in and of everyone to share the truth about Christmas, you can even explain to them how man has actually accepted a pagan tradition in place of the truth. But also explain what happened on a very special day in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago and how that single miracle of miracles changed the fate of this world for those who believe, will you do it? I pray that you will at least tell someone today! Here is what happened: "And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them." Luke chapter 2:1-20

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"And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent: Because He hath appointed a day, in the which He will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom He hath ordained; whereof He hath givenassurance unto all men, in that He hath raised Him from the dead." Acts 17:30-31 KJV 1611

Today is the day which God has given us to do something remarkable. Did you know that nearly 90% of all people have never contemplated their plight concerning where they are headed without a Savior. We are talking about a true Savior, not the one so often promoted through many of the modern teachings in the church. Jesus did something that no other has done. Or should I say He did something that no other "Man" has done, which was to keep His promise. Today even the most modern biblical places of higher learning have added works to the true Gospel. Works so called required to be saved. Now I don't know about you but I'm a sinner. I sin often without even trying. If I was actually to go and sin no more which is what many perceive is the new testament or even Gospel contemplation of what God requires, I would in fact be still lost. There are many examples given throughout the Bible in both the old and new testaments. But because man has altered their both understanding and meaning behind the word "repent," they struggle daily through their understanding of what God means by repent. Because God did not sin, when He repented it meant little more than to reflect in a few cases where He made a point in His teachings. God is all merciful, He is all powerful, His is all forgiving, all seeing, all knowing and above all it is only through His own Son where man can be saved. Not understanding that the four Gospels Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John are in the new testament, the actual New Testament didn't begin until Christ actually died on the cross and was raised after three days. When He died, He stated in His last breath "it is finished." Finished is finished. God said and used the Word finished to carry His point. Which is "done." Everything that needs to be has been put behind. Meaning no more sacrifices are required. No more blood spilled, no more works through man for his sinful actions, no more penitence towards God for their wrongdoing. Modern preacher's, ministers, pastors use the term tithe for an act of penitence, which is a bit different than what God truly proclaimed. Now I know that this will bother a lot of preachers because I don't mean penitence as a reflection or even as a gesture of guilt. But for the meaning of works solely. Yes we need to continue our good tithes. But not for Salvation. We tithe through the Biblical "spiritual" understanding that when we give of our fruits, which could be money, gifts, charity, or other sacrifices of ourselves, which may also be interpreted through our own time given to the Church. Such as Evangelism, working inside the Church, prayer, volunteerism, even teaching are all credited as a type of tithe. Reflect on Cain and able way back in Genesis. God didn't accept Cain's offering or tithe because it didn't measure to God's standard. It wasn't the offering's content yet the perfect standard for the old testament requirement which did in fact require a perfect sacrifice. Could he have caught a dove and offered it instead? Perhaps, but the chief illustration was that Cain indeed failed to give what God required. Are you saved? If so what have you given in return for what God has so preciously blessed you? He died for you for many many reasons. He has started His Work in and through you also for others. We can't be seen as grateful towards Him if we just sit back and do nothing with our blessings. He will multiply our fruits of giving through our sharing towards others. When our neighbors see us how do they interpret our lifestyles? Are we acting just like the world as we try to just blend in and cause ripples. I don't know about you personally but I don't have very many old friends. In fact the only old friends I have are in fact "Christian's," and the count is 100%. So much so as the only time I hear from them is when something miraculous happens towards their turning away from the world and actually better contemplating what God is and how He reaches into their hearts and demands their attention. It is most likely that they even got saved, but their being saved isn't always it. He might just have their attention enough that they have began their journey into His relationship, which means they are certainly going to get saved somehow soon. And it might even be through you and your actions with and towards them. I was a street preacher for nearly two years before I ever saw what I believe was evidence of God's Works though me. Every year we have a huge Christian Festival which is mostly a music gathering of mainly young men and women, or perhaps more so young boys and girls. Because the many new age "Christian," groups aren't all that Christian. In fact most of the songs they sing wouldn't be sung in most Churches. They often sing more about abstract in true Spirit. As they tend to confuse many of these young Christian's into the understanding that all of their songs are Biblical, or more that they confuse their listeners into believing the same. I can tell you that I have considered thousands of songs to be played in my own Church which came from so called "Christian" artist's which could tare ones flesh into dark relationships and we are certainly meaning relationships with "you know who!" And it isn't the Holy Spirit. Every Christian needs to be nurtured. Every journey has a beginning and an end. God has chosen one for and through you. Your own testimony is an amazing one, God has given you things that He wants you to share with others both lost and found. Today when you are wherever you happen to be when God brings you a divine appointment, meaning an appointment with an other being lost or found, Christian or whatever. Ask yourself this; "Is this person on to something Biblical?" Of course he is, but which part of being Biblical? Is he or she Saved? And that is the best question towards others. Invite them to your Church, spend some time with them, share your testimony, inspire them, encourage them, shed light into the darkness of this lost and dying world and I promise you that God will reward you. You might even witness a miracle yourself. It took me nearly two years before I ever saw any response to my interaction of preaching to the lost. But God did it in an amazing way. I got 5 in one weekend. Two on one day and the second day a Sunday one of the young men I had spoken to on Saturday brought to me his two sisters, and all three of them gave their hearts to the Lord that very Sunday. And if that isn't a miracle then I don't know what one is. Please pray for these families in Santa Fe, Texas! Please pray for our country, pray for a true miracle to happen. God has one planned, perhaps maybe even "one" lost person might be saved. Perhaps someone whom is lost might turn around and finally repent and turn towards God and live a true Christian life and walk beside the Greatest Savior, actually the Only Savior that can in fact help them 1 second after they die. I know Whom that is, have you told someone about Him? So what are you waiting for, because chances are, no one else may ever tell them! I love you all and am in prayer as well. With His blessings Br Chuck https://www.cnn.com/2018/05/18/us/student-on-texas-school-shooting/index.html

Have you ever wondered why you were made? Have you ever thought that there isn't anything about me that is important in this world? Have you ever felt that you were unfortunate and that other people always get the break and you were just here to pick up the pieces? Inadequacy is often just a sign while we are here yet in the flesh that we are indeed challenged. As matter of fact God promised us that it wouldn't be easy once we became disciples of Christ. The Holy Spirit, through Paul in the letter to the Philippians reminds us that we are charged with a great affliction: Philippians 1:18-30 "18 What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice. 19 For I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayer, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death. 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: 24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith; 26 That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again. 27 Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; 28 And in nothing terrified by your adversaries: which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that of God. 29 For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake; 30 Having the same conflict which ye saw in me, and now hear to be in me." Yet more so, it gives me great comfort to read and to be in His Word, which is Christ. It is through our own personal relationship and fellowship with God, through His only Son, Jesus Christ, more through the presence of The Holy Spirit that we find a type of comfort which this world cannot offer. Especially when we are uniquely reminded in that special way, that we given special circumstances which otherwise cannot be explained. These are God's personal expression, and reminders that He has not forgotten us, and we will soon return to Him, through Christ Jesus alone. It is not of our works, so try not to forget that point, because otherwise we might always feel insignificant. Yet because we are yet in the flesh these points as we are often reminded fall short in the eyes of God. But we have an advocate, through whom all of our debt has been paid. A price which we otherwise could not afford. A price which many will not exchange, because they seem to be afraid to admit that they are indeed sinners. Pray for them, now and today. Pray for me even more so, as I for you, with His Blessings, Br. Ckuck.

facebook is making the simple task of publishing or posting an intricate complicated task. What is it that you can attribute to as your accomplishments over the past 364 days? I specifically am concerned in whether or not you have increased your correspondence with God, The Father, The Great I Am, The Eternal Creator, The All Knowing, All Seeing Judge, and ultimately The Door to our own eternal destiny. Have you done anything for Him? I have had my fair share of sinfulness. Being weak and in the flesh makes that a difficult problem for all of us. Yet that problem can be alleviated by doing one simple thing. Simple though important, actually most importantly is the fact that we must ask God through His only Son, Jesus Christ for forgiveness. You see open dialog is one of those gifts that God has given us, His Children. We don't need a priest, pastor, Pope, Cardinal, Bishop, Saint, Virgin Mother, preacher, prophet, ET AL, anyone on our behalf to talk to God and ask Him for mercy, forgiveness, strength, guidance, vision, wisdom, and a better understanding of His, meaning God's own will. As long as we pray to Him in Jesus' name. We are now ever so quickly approaching the end of 2017 and the beginning of a new year. Just like our own past, God has a special way of being forgetful towards our mistakes it takes His forgiveness. But the only way we can be forgiven is for us to have an advocate in our place because we are incapable of doing so on our own. Our sin has made us incapable of God's favor. Its a bit complicated but ultimately without Christ who paid the price for our sins we are guaranteed nothing. Yet through Him, meaning Christ we are promised anything and everything that is important for all eternity. I challenge you this upcoming year to get your salvation right with your Creator. Again it starts with realizing that your sin separates you from God. This is a challenging dilemma for us, I know because I had to go through it myself. It took the prayers of many and the Will of God to actually open the door for me. I was so turned off from the concept of either needing to be saved, or acknowledging the truth regarding the point and the fact that because of my own sin, I was headed to hell, for eternity, meaning forever without a Savior. I am praying for you all, for boldness in and with your faith, become more open towards talk to people, especially the lost, and the lukewarm. Have a conversation with someone about God, His Son and His testimony, about Heaven, and Hell and our own choices. Because without Jesus Christ as our Savior, our own Advocate, we have nothing. Happy New Year 2018, Br Chuck

Tonight we remember as always: Luke 2:10-16 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. 12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. 15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. 16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

Today we are at war with an enemy who knows our weakness'. That enemy has filled the hearts of unbelievers with hatred and scorn. Because of their unbelief, whatever that means, they have targeted our Churches, Brethren, and it looks like its just going to continue to get worse as we grow closer to the last days. I believe every day is in fact a last day. Do you realize that every second two people die? Because of disbelief after they die they will be judged by an all knowing and all seeing God. A God which they claim they don't believe in. Which is sort of like not believing in sin, or better their own sins. 2,000 years ago there came an answer to the worlds problems. This is an astounding claim when you put it into perspective. Jesus left His place of Glory, meaning Heaven and came to this world as a child and being born of a virgin startled the masses of the ancient lands of His people, the Jew's. Jesus was in fact a Jew which is important because before His Resurrection from the grave following His Crucifixion on a Cross at Calvary became more or less the beginning of the worlds first true religion. However, religion alone doesn't save anyone. I was more or less religious for more than half of my life. I went to Church, usually on Easter, Christmas, weddings, and the occasional Sunday. What I didn't know was that I wasn't Saved! Yes calling myself a christian, or Protestant, but definately not Catholic, because I wasn't a member of the Catholic church although as a child I spent most of my Saturday's with my Catholic side of my family in their church. But I was never actually taught anything about Salvation. Salvation is the reason why Christ died on the Cross and why He came back from the dead. Salvation is His Big plan for those whom seek Him. Salvation is the process where once we realize we have all sinned against God, and through our sins we actually murdered Jesus. Sin is a powerful burden on ones soul. For those who have sinned and we aren't talking about just murder. We are actually talking about just a few sins which we are all guilty of. These are and include hate, idolatry, lies, fornication, and covetous. Covetous is one of the ones which leads us towards most of the others. It is where we want something we don't need. It is where we cross the line and do something evil against God's will for our own satisfaction. Jesus gave us two commandments which are the foremost in Mark chapter 12 verses Mark 12:28-31 "And one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, and perceiving that he had answered them well, asked him, Which is the first commandment of all? 29 And Jesus answered him, The first of all the commandments is, Hear, O Israel; The Lord our God is one Lord: 30 And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment. 31 And the second is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these." Leave it to man to mess up something very simple when it comes to God's and His Commandments. If you continue to read the rest of Mark chapter 12, these men try to trick Jesus. The reason they were adamant in trying to accuse Him of wrongdoing had much to do with their sinful hearts. It is very easy to get mad at God and try to put blame on Him for something which He didn't do. For years I was one of those men who blamed God for my downfalls. Although God had truly blessed me and my life I always had a chip on my shoulder. Mainly because I always felt that I was one of the "have not's." It seemed as if the "haves" always had the lucky breaks. I never tried to actually put things into perspective concerning that the "haves" were actually the ones who for the most part gave themselves credit for their gains. It doesn't work that way. God is always in charge no matter what your take or excuse might be. It is God who gives the true blessings. The mere fact that you might have something actually has more to do with God than most people believe. Whatever it might be material objects have no value if the person holding them doesn't have himself right with God. In fact because some people are in some ways seemingly given much they rarely understand the fact that what they have has much to do with and perhaps everything to do with God. I know that many people won't understand this message. But the truth is that there are a lot of people today dying and headed to hell for eternity just because someone hasn't told them of Christ's gift waiting for them. The truth is that of the 2 people every second that die it will take more time for just one of those that die perhaps as many as one hundred before we get to someone who when he does die, he is actually prepared for heaven that is. If you continue to do the math 2x60 seconds is 120, then 120 times 60 minutes is 7,200 in just one hour, then 7,200 x 24 hours or one day is 172,000. That's 172,000 people dying each day and of those perhaps as few as 2% are actually Biblically saved. Which means as many as 168,000 people go to hell each day. And there aren't many of us actually warning them about it. What will you do about it? Will you ask the next person you meet where he plans on spending eternity? Will you ask them if they are saved? Will you ask them if they are saved, are they actually sharing their faith? Being saved is a joyful occasion in our hearts. It means that we have repented and have asked God to be a larger part of our lives. It also means that we know what it means to not be saved. That is really scary, because the numbers are so high, and only a few of use are telling them the truth about eternity, God, His Son and especially how sin separates us from God. And without Christ we have nothing except for hell to expect after we leave this world we live in today. I am praying that you would read this, understand the truth, and perhaps share your testimony with someone you meet that next time it happens. Because every appointment we are given especially with a lost person is an opportunity to turn that person's life around. God is in charge, and the Holy Spirit will ultimately impart the gift of Salvation, but it comes in steps, steps either closer towards God, or just the continuation of remaining outside Him and His will.

1 Peter 1 King James Version (KJV) 1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to the strangers scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, 2 Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied. 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, 5 Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. 6 Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations: 7 That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: 8 Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory: 9 Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls. 10 Of which salvation the prophets have enquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you: 11 Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. 12 Unto whom it was revealed, that not unto themselves, but unto us they did minister the things, which are now reported unto you by them that have preached the gospel unto you with the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven; which things the angels desire to look into. 13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: 15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. 17 And if ye call on the Father, who without respect of persons judgeth according to every man's work, pass the time of your sojourning here in fear: 18 Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; 19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: 20 Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you, 21 Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God. 22 Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently: 23 Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever. 24 For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: 25 But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.

Hero's don't come without a price and much sacrifice...

I ran into a young girl this past week. After so discussion she informed me that she was an atheist. To which I asked her "who built this building that she was working in?" She responded that all of it had evolved. Really I asked? The building didn't have a creator? It just had popped up out of nothing? No, she responded, not like that, someone built it of course. But she still insisted that everything else had formed out of the cosmos. All of the material came from evolution! I asked her, "what if your wrong?" She didn't want to answer that question. She suddenly found that she had to leave the conversation and had do something else. I probably had caused her to think about something. Perhaps something that she hadn't considered previously. I pray that God would speak to her heart. Her name is Destiny, so please pray for Biblical, Godly inspiration to her lost and dying soul. Because without Christ as anyone's advocate, they are doomed to hell for all eternity.

I was just thinking, how much would it cost to live in a place called perfect?