Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the Word of GOD deceitfully; but by manifestation of the Truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of GOD. But if our Gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ, who is the image of GOD, should shine unto them. For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake. For GOD, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of GOD in the face of Jesus Christ. (2Co 4:1-6)
Because of the mercy we have received from GOD, we owe it to those who are lost as we once were to tell them of the forgiveness and reconciliation that comes from repentance of sIn and faith in the finished and perfect work of Jesus Christ on the Cross of Calvary. We are commissioned and commanded to share this Good News with everyone we meet so they too may hear and believe, knowing that many forces, seen and unseen, are against us. Those who are blinded to the Truth will not see, until the Word of GOD and the Spirit of GOD work in their minds and hearts to bring them to a saving faith in Jesus Christ, just as He did with us.
Our message must be consistent, from the Scriptures, without deceit or subtlety, because our GOD is Truth, and He does not change. We must live the Gospel we preach, even as we preach the Gospel we live. As ambassadors of the Kingdom of GOD we are to serve, and we must not strive, but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, in meekness instructing those who oppose themselves, if GOD peradventure will give them repentance and the acknowledging of the Truth. We are not here to fight 'holy wars' for our weapons are not of this world, nor are they carnal. We are not here to convince anyone against their will, for we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. We are to fight the good fight, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ, in spiritual armour, standing on our knees, and in His strength alone.
For our GOD has not left us orphans, neither will he leave us or forsake us, He is our help, and we don't have to fear what man shall do unto us. He has empowered us to minister to those around us who are hurting and in need. He has equipped us to love one another and disciple one another in His Word that we may grow thereby, seeing that we have tasted that the Lord is gracious. He has emboldened us to go and tell His Good News, and as we go, proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all who will hear that they might believe in Him, repent of their sins, and receive Him by faith and have life in His Name.
For GOD is not willing that any should perish, but that all would come to repentance and the knowledge of the Truth. Jesus loves you and wants to establish a covenant relationship with you that is real and personal. Surrender to Him on His terms and He will give you a brand new life of discipleship and fellowship with Him that is abundant and everlasting. GOD calls you to trust Him and what He has already done for you to pay your sIn debt. He has provided the only way of reconciliation with GOD with forgiveness and Salvation through Jesus Christ, the Son of GOD who is GOD the Son, to give you a new life in Christ. Turn away from yourself and your sIn and turn to Him alone for eternal Life, now and always.
In Christ,
Jefferson Sweet
Our message must be consistent, from the Scriptures, without deceit or subtlety, because our GOD is Truth, and He does not change. We must live the Gospel we preach, even as we preach the Gospel we live. As ambassadors of the Kingdom of GOD we are to serve, and we must not strive, but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, in meekness instructing those who oppose themselves, if GOD peradventure will give them repentance and the acknowledging of the Truth. We are not here to fight 'holy wars' for our weapons are not of this world, nor are they carnal. We are not here to convince anyone against their will, for we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. We are to fight the good fight, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ, in spiritual armour, standing on our knees, and in His strength alone.
For our GOD has not left us orphans, neither will he leave us or forsake us, He is our help, and we don't have to fear what man shall do unto us. He has empowered us to minister to those around us who are hurting and in need. He has equipped us to love one another and disciple one another in His Word that we may grow thereby, seeing that we have tasted that the Lord is gracious. He has emboldened us to go and tell His Good News, and as we go, proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all who will hear that they might believe in Him, repent of their sins, and receive Him by faith and have life in His Name.
For GOD is not willing that any should perish, but that all would come to repentance and the knowledge of the Truth. Jesus loves you and wants to establish a covenant relationship with you that is real and personal. Surrender to Him on His terms and He will give you a brand new life of discipleship and fellowship with Him that is abundant and everlasting. GOD calls you to trust Him and what He has already done for you to pay your sIn debt. He has provided the only way of reconciliation with GOD with forgiveness and Salvation through Jesus Christ, the Son of GOD who is GOD the Son, to give you a new life in Christ. Turn away from yourself and your sIn and turn to Him alone for eternal Life, now and always.
In Christ,
Jefferson Sweet
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