Authentic

"When I first encountered Christians, I thought they were the lamest people around.

So, what was it about them that appealed to me? They were real about knowing and following Jesus. There was an authenticity about them that drew me to them, then to Jesus.

That's what I was looking for, something to believe in; something or someone worth changing for; something to die for; something that was genuine, real and authentic but most of all true." -- Tammie Nickles

People are still looking for authenticity today. I have seen generations with names like Boomers, Busters, X, Y, and Z come and go. Church music and style has changed throughout our history, but our message must not. It cannot, because the gospel is the gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Bible clearly tells us, "Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12). Jesus plainly said, "I am the Way, the Truth and the life. . . " (John 14:6).

There are counterfeits out there, but when we authentically proclaim and live Jesus the truth will be revealed to those who have ears to hear.

Many are still searching for the Truth... may we be authentic in Christ.

Living the Call Together - - - - - - - - - - All for the Glory of God

Soon - VERY SOON

The words to the song titled - "Soon" by Brooke Fraser

"Soon and very soon
My King is coming
Robed in righteousness
And crowned with love
When I see Him
I shall be made like Him
Soon... very soon

Soon and very soon
I'll be going To the place
He has prepared for me
There my sin erased
My shame forgotten
Soon... very soon

I will be with the One I love
With unveiled face I'll see Him
There my soul will be satisfied
Soon... very soon

Soon and very soon
See the procession
The angels and the elders
Round the throne At His feet
I'll lay my crowns and my worship there
Soon... very soon

Though I have not seen Him
My heart knows Him well
Jesus Christ the Lamb
The Lord of heaven."

Brooke Fraser
"Across the Earth - Tear Down The Walls" - Hillsong United

Living the Call Together - - - - - - - - - - All for the Glory of God

May Our Hearts Belong To Him

"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." (Proverbs 3:5-6)

"For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him." (2 Chronicles 16:9).

When the Father searchs for servants for His vineyard, He doesn't ask:
Are they the most talented?
Are they well-educated?
Do they have a great voice?
Are they eloquent in prayer?
Are they powerful speakers?

But rather, He asks:
Are their hearts completely Mine through faith in Jesus Christ?

See you out there in the Father's vineyard.

Living the Call Together - - - - - - - - - - All for the Glory of God