Be a good time-manager

"Pay careful attention then, to how you live - not as unwise people but as wise - 16 making the most of the time, because the days are evil."   Ephesians 5:15-16   CSB 

Time is precious, we have to make the most of what we have got. There have been many times in your life when, you have thought, 'I wish I'd have done this or said that.' We all have had those moments so we have to be a good manager of our time because it is slowly running out. 

Paul mentions here the need to be aware that the days are evil. Nothing has changed since he made that statement. We still live in a world of evil and it seems to be getting worse each day, With that in mind, it makes sense to be aware of this - living wise lives - and taking every opportunity to live for Jesus, letting other people see Him.

We are living in an evil world that is deteriorating very quickly. Therefore, we must consider, are we nearing the end times? People have thought this for many years only to be wrong. But just think for a moment, what if they had been right and people had ignored them. We need to live wisely because at any moment Jesus could return. This doesn't mean that we should be living in a state of frenzy. Not at all, it means, that we should be living in such a way that people know that we are different; that there is something about us that they want. In other words. we are making the most of our time.

There is no need to worry or be fearful at the thought of Jesus returning for us. No, it will be a time of great joy as He gathers His people (and that is us if we know Jesus as our Saviour). 

Many say that it will have to be worse than it is at the moment for Jesus to return. But let them say that to the people who are undergoing the wars in the Ukraine and the Israel and Hamas conflict. Let them say that to the people who are seeing daily their family killed and their homes devastated. To them, it cannot be worse. They need Jesus now!

None of us know the day that Jesus will return, therefore, we need to make the most of what we have and the time that is still available to us. When we see someone begging in the street, we can often ignore them with the thought that they'll only use what money we give them, to buy booze, cigarettes, drugs etc. But ask yourself, have you any right to judge them for this. We should not make conditions when we give to people of how they should spend it. They have choices and if they choose to spend it that way, so what? Let us just make use of the time and opportunity that Jesus gives each of us, today!

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:

'Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.

In Jesus' Name. Amen'

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God is with us in times of trouble

"God is our refuge and strength, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. 2 Therefore, we will not be afraid, though the earth trembles and the mountains topple into the depths of the seas. 3 Though its waters roar and foams and the mountains quake with its turmoil."             Psalm 46:1-3   CSB 

Today, this is a very relevant piece of scripture, especially when we view what is happening all over the world, the latest being Japan, with its earthquake and their threat of a tsunami. As frightening and tragic as this can be, we cannot get away from the fact that scripture tells us: 'For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved' Romans 10:13. This is the foundation that all Christians stand on.

Tony Evans, Senior Pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas says: 'The Lord is a place of security for His people. He is never too busy but, always available. The Psalmist imagines terrible conditions on earth: earthquakes that topple mountains and cause tsunamis (v2&3). Yet even if the worst things happen, we will not be afraid, for God is still near to help'

Bad things happen and, always will, but when we stand on the foundation God provides for us - Jesus, we have a helper who is always found in times of trouble.' And this is the difference. We know our fate, if the worse comes to the worse, we will be in heaven with Jesus but, until then, we know that as we call to Jesus for help, He will be there, right by our side.

And this is true. Whatever frightening thing you may be going through at this moment, you can rely on Jesus' help, but you must call out to Him. He is your Saviour and He will save you from whatever if you call to Him. You don't have to go into lengthy prayers, not at all. In times of trouble you can just shout 'JESUS' and He will be there to help you. So, what is it that you are struggling with today? What is causing you sleepless nights or causing you to be so frightened? He has the ability and the power to help you right now. However, you must be willing to allow Him to resolve it in His Way. Remember: 'For My thoughts are not your thoughts, and your ways are not My ways'  Isaiah 55:4. You must allow God to intervene in the way He chooses, after-all, He knows far better than you do.

So whatever is troubling you at this time, give it to Jesus, call on Him. You know He can be trusted. Your welfare is uppermost in His mind. So have a chat with Him and let Him handle it for you.

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:

'Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.

In Jesus' Name. Amen'

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Just hanging around with Jesus

"I do not call you servants anymore, because a servant doesn't know what his master is doing. I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything I have heard from My Father."   John 15:15   CSB

Have you ever stopped to consider that Jesus classes you as His friend? It is an amazing statement. The creator God is your friend. He will tell you everything you need to know. Jesus, the King of kings is your friend. In fact, you have permission to hang around with Him for the rest of your life. Just think of the benefits this holds for you:

(1)  You will never be alone again. He is with you wherever you may be. He will watch over you, guide and train you to carry out His work. You'll never be alone because He is right beside you. You may fall at times but, He will gently help you back up brushing off the dirt you may have picked up. 

(2)  There may be mountains to climb as you go on your journey but hey, you have a great mountain-climber with you. He knows every inch of the mountains and what they contain and will expertly show you the safe way. Don't forget that He is also your Shepherd, He has a rod to beat anything that tries to attack you and a staff or crook, to guide you and pull you out of any wrong turnings you may have taken. However, part of the training He gives, is to help you to stand on your own two feet, withstanding anything that may come your way.

(3)  Life is never dull with Jesus, He has a great sense of humour, just a deep study of the gospels show us this. It would not have been easy to train up hardened trawler men. They were thrown into the deep-end when Jesus called them to follow Him and, they made many mistakes. Don't forget, He drew people to Himself; no one would want to spend much time with someone who was a bore. Jesus wasn't, and, was far from this. It would have been wonderful to walk around with Him in those days.

Conclusion  You and I have everything to look forward to. Jesus adores us and wants to spend every moment with us. Just let Him, and you will discover just how great life is with Him in it.

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:

'Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.

In Jesus' Name. Amen'

Copyright 2024 Grahame Howard.                                 

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