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A People-Jack Blake
Saturday, April 13, 2024Greetings, Brethren,
We were once not a people but are now the people of God who had not obtained mercy but now have obtained mercy (1 Peter2.10). Now therefore, IF you will indeed OBEY My voice and KEEP My covenant, then you shall be a special treasure to Me above all people, for all the earth is Mine and you shall be to Me a Kingdom of priests and a holy nation (Exodus 19.5,6). We are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own special people, that we may proclaim the praises of Him who called us from darkness (sin) into His marvelous light (righteousness) (1 Peter 2.9). Also read Revelation 1.5,6. Brethren, be careful out there for the eyes of the world are watching us and their ears are hearing us to confirm if we are truly God's people. Therefore, be filled with the Spirit, walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time. Understand what the will of the Lord is because the days are evil (Ephesians 5.15-17).
Which Way Do You Chose-Jack Balke
Thursday, April 11, 2024Greetings, Friends and Brethren,
The views of the world, and I am sad to say, even some who claim to be Christians concerning God and His word is nothing short of crucifying Jesus again. The tempting of God by raising up the wicked and instead of exposing their wrongs, blessing those who call evil good and good evil is just morally and spiritually wrong. But the true disciple, that is those who love and fear the Lord, empty themselves of worldly ways by crucifying the flesh with its passions and desires and deny self to do what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God. (Romans 12.1,2). They take heed knowing they too can fall from His grace (1 Corinthians 10.12). They feed on God's word daily to strengthen and refresh their faith. They know that there is coming a day when we all will appear before the judgement seat of Christ to give account of the things done in the body whether good or bad. (2 Corinthians 5.10), and they prepare their heart. Our world would oh so better, if we found more Bibles on the table, and mothers singing Rock of Ages cleft for me. Words of a country song; "Family Bible."
Promises of God-Jack Blake
Saturday, April 06, 2024Greetings Friends, and Brethren,
If you reading this then be thankful! For this day was made possible by God through His love, mercy and grace. It is the day made by God; so be glad and rejoice in it. (Psalms 119.24). It was by the divine power of God that we have been given all things that pertain to life and godliness. (2 Peter 1.3). He has shown us what is good and only requires us to do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with Him (Micah 6). To show our love for Him, let us walk worthy of the vocation wherewith we were called, with all lowliness, meekness and logsuffering, forbearing one another in love and endeavoring to keep the Spirit in the bond of peace. (Ephesians 4.1-3). May the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body, and be thankful. (Colossians 3.15). Trust in Him, obey His commandments, stay grounded deep in His love, steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord and be faithful until death, then you will receive the crown of life. (Revelation 2.10). For God has promised and you shall receive.
Moral Collapse of Roman Empire-Jack Blake
Friday, March 29, 2024Greetings Friends,
Sin was the cause of scandalous social conditions; rampant sexual immortality, disregard for life, debasement of women, divorce, and suicide out of control. They were an adulterous, perverted, crooked generation. But there was something better for the people. This moral collapse was survived by those who took personal responsibility for their actions. By receiving the word of truth and obeying it through baptism and by staying faithful. They continued in fellowship; worshiping, praying and staying active in the church. By studying the word daily to increase their knowledge of Christ and sharing it with others. And by evangelizing; spreading the good news of the gospel.
Read again the scandalous conditions that took place in Rome. Sound familiar? Then read again how Christians survived this moral collapse. Stay faithful, strong and courageous Christian.
Make the Day Count-Jack Blake
Thursday, March 28, 2024Greetings Friends,
Love never fails, we should never fail to walk by faith in the light of God's word. We must always strive to keep the unity of Spirit in the bond of peace. Do not grow weary in well doing. Lean on Jesus when the storms of life prevail, He will see you through for He has promised to never leave nor forsake you. Trust, obey, add to your faith, be faithful unto death and receive the crown of life. What the Lord promised, He will do for He is a just God who cannot lie.