03-07-2020, 10:23 AM
RESTORATION TODAY
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020
TOPIC: *ARE YOU A FRIEND OF GOD?*
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13.
*MESSAGE*
When someone gets in trouble with the law, there is a punishment measured for such an offence. This is what happened to humanity when Adam and Eve violated God's law and as such, they were both punished and their punishment extended beyond them to the entire human race.
Anyone without Jesus is still under that curse and condemnation. However, God made a provision for as many as will take Him on His offer to escape the curse and condemnation plaguing humanity and the wrath to come through placing their trust in the finished work of Jesus. Jesus has laid His life down for Host friends—and that included everyone who believes in Him. He is the only worthy substitute to have taken upon Himself once-and-for-all the punishment that is due to all humanity—and He did it just for you and for me!
The question for you and I today is simply this: "Have you chosen to become one of God's friends?" You see, while it is true that Jesus has laid down His life for the benefit of all people at all times, only those who accept His offer are the chosen ones—they are the ones that become His friends. If you are one already, start cultivating your friendship with Him. Talk to Him regularly. Communicate with Him through His Word and prayers. And always let Him know how much you appreciate His friendship.
*ACTION POINT*
Think of how you relate with your human best friend, then relate in like manner with Your blessed Saviour; He is even more friendly!
*SCRIPTURES*
John 10:11, 15; Romans 5:6-8; Ephesians 5:2.
*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, from this day forward help me to keep my friendship with You alive in the name of Jesus;
2. Father, I claim all the blessings you have promised Your friends in Your Word in the name of Jesus;
3. Father, give me a heart of love that extends Your selfless sacrifice to others in the name of Jesus.
*THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR*
Exodus 26:1-30; Psalm 70-71; Acts 15:1-21.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2020
TOPIC: *ARE YOU A FRIEND OF GOD?*
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13.
*MESSAGE*
When someone gets in trouble with the law, there is a punishment measured for such an offence. This is what happened to humanity when Adam and Eve violated God's law and as such, they were both punished and their punishment extended beyond them to the entire human race.
Anyone without Jesus is still under that curse and condemnation. However, God made a provision for as many as will take Him on His offer to escape the curse and condemnation plaguing humanity and the wrath to come through placing their trust in the finished work of Jesus. Jesus has laid His life down for Host friends—and that included everyone who believes in Him. He is the only worthy substitute to have taken upon Himself once-and-for-all the punishment that is due to all humanity—and He did it just for you and for me!
The question for you and I today is simply this: "Have you chosen to become one of God's friends?" You see, while it is true that Jesus has laid down His life for the benefit of all people at all times, only those who accept His offer are the chosen ones—they are the ones that become His friends. If you are one already, start cultivating your friendship with Him. Talk to Him regularly. Communicate with Him through His Word and prayers. And always let Him know how much you appreciate His friendship.
*ACTION POINT*
Think of how you relate with your human best friend, then relate in like manner with Your blessed Saviour; He is even more friendly!
*SCRIPTURES*
John 10:11, 15; Romans 5:6-8; Ephesians 5:2.
*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, from this day forward help me to keep my friendship with You alive in the name of Jesus;
2. Father, I claim all the blessings you have promised Your friends in Your Word in the name of Jesus;
3. Father, give me a heart of love that extends Your selfless sacrifice to others in the name of Jesus.
*THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR*
Exodus 26:1-30; Psalm 70-71; Acts 15:1-21.