Application of God's Word

Congratulations! You have taken the first step to eternal life. I am so proud of you and remember that all the angels in heaven are celebrating and rejoicing for you right now. "Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” - Luke 15:10 Let me tell you that this is not an easy road but in essence, it is easy because as you live it and apply it, it gets easier and easier. It is the most rewarding lifestyle there is. Be encouraged! These are some steps that will hopefully help you stay on the right path and walk the path God has laid out for you.   1. Pray every day 2. Study your bible 3. Develop a relationship with God - Get to know who He is 4. Get to know who you are in Christ 5. Join a church that teaches the word of the Almighty, one true God 6. Have a support team of Christians 7. Be will...

38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’[ f ] 39 But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. 40 If anyone wants to sue you and take away your tunic, let him have your cloak also. 41 And whoever compels you to go one mile, go with him two. 42 Give to him who asks you, and from him who wants to borrow from you do not turn away." What would compel someone to do the exact opposite of what is expected of them? Can you imagine even doing something like what Jesus is asking us to do? It seems outrageous, doesn’t it? Well, it's not outrageous, it’s Christ-like. Jesus looks at what the past culture was, an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. Then He says to go beyond our vengeful nature and tap into our loving nature. If we are truly in the realm of love, everything we do would be out of love. Love would be dripping from our very pores. We would not even consider repa...

33 “Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform your oaths to the Lord.’ 34 But I say to you, do not swear at all: neither by heaven, for it is God’s throne; 35 nor by the earth, for it is His footstool; nor by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. 36 Nor shall you swear by your head, because you cannot make one hair white or black. 37 But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more than these is from the evil one. - Matthew 5:31-37 Heaven is God's throne and the Earth His footstool, Jesus reiterated this as it was written in Isaiah 66:1 . Can we truly understand the magnitude of that concept? Can we even imagine what that means? If we can, the mere thought of swearing by heaven or earth wouldn't even

Matthew 5: 21-26 continues Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a pure heart. 21 “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not murder,[ a ] and whoever murders will be in danger of the judgment.’ 22 But I say to you that whoever is angry with his brother without a cause[ b ] shall be in danger of the judgment. And whoever says to his brother, ‘Raca!’ shall be in danger of the council. But whoever says, ‘You fool!’ shall be in danger of hell fire. 23 Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, 24 leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. 25 Agree with your adversary quickly, while you are on the way with him, lest your adversary deliver you to the judge, the judge hand you over to the officer, and you be thrown into prison. 26 Assuredly, I say to you, you will by no means get ou...

13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men.   14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.   15 Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house.   16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. In today's world, there is a constant search for purpose and meaning in this life. As believers, we should know our purpose, we should know who the Lord has called us to be and what we should do. In His sermon on the mount, Jesus has called those who believe in him and those who choose to follow him to be Salt and Light. I have often wondered why Jesus compared believers and followers to salt and light. There are many insightful commentaries available, and some explanations reson...