On a daily basis, we are confronted with sad realities of these days. Conflicts that defy diplomacy, problems that defy technology. Sad realities that 'safe havens' may no longer exist.
We have heard of genocide, wars, famine, diseases,etc. These days, we have all of these happening same time and more!
In addition there is terrorism, plane crashes, planes
disappear, ocean liner wrecks, break out of
diseases, new ideologies that threat traditional ways of governance,
threats of war by world powers, in- country wars, drought, Poverty in the midst
of plenty, typhoons and hurricanes, bushfire, kidnapping, baby factories, using
humans as shields and many more.
From Asia, Europe, Africa, Middle east, USA and all over. no one is at ease. There is fear everywhere. Who will be the next 'Ebola' victim? and when you are on a flight, you stare at the flight map most hours of the flight or count the minutes as they pass by. As you disembark, the threat is modified, now it may be the fear of terrorists who could be a lone fundamentalist residing in an upscale area of a city in North America.
Is there is a mandate to destroy mankind? I am reminded of Joel 1:4 "that which the palmer worm
hath left hath the locust eaten; and that which the locust hath left hath the
cankerworm eaten; and that which the canker worm hath left hath the caterpiller
eaten.". There is just a threat confronting every category of people. Where lies our help?
During the World cup in Brazil, The Lord Jesus showed up and
announced himself. Really? Yes he did.
There was no way you could have missed the picture of Christ the Redeemer. it was everywhere. with
arms stretched out, Christ told the world to come to Him. Did we hear? he spoke
through the celebs, through the betting company who popped him as a hot air
balloon over Melbourne. he spoke through the remarkable images we saw on
television as the sun rose and rested, through the spectacular fireworks
display. He spoke through the most powerful media:
Football/ Soccer, the most beloved sport in the world, and
through Coca-cola, the most recognized brand in the World.
Some thought they were mocking him, but were preaching him.
Satirical pictures to deride Suarez preached Christ. Others were promoting
their brands but indeed, they were the colt on which my Master rode to announce
Himself. I agree with Paul in Phillipians 1:18 where he says "But what
does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false
motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice. Yes, and I
will continue to rejoice" .oooooh worship Him Lord of Lords. Every Knee
shall bow and every tongue confess the Lordship of Christ.
Now may we not know this season of our visitation?
Regardless of the community, beliefs and ideologies to which
you were born, Christ who met the Samaritan woman at the well, and Zachy the tax
collector, who went into his house and had a meal with him, is waiting for meals with you.
The first as you open the door of your heart (Rev 3:30)
"Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the
door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends."
The second is The Marriage Supper of the Lamb Rev 19:9
"Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the
Lamb"
Spectacular and exciting life is promised you. free of
pain, fear, conflict and all such things. We shall be sons of God and walk in streets of gold. The glory
lost in Adam has been restored by Christ. He calls you to partake. There is a
house waiting for your name to be put on it. There is a crown for you. There
are angels waiting to serve you. There is a rulership you will become a part
of.
You were made for His pleasure to partake in His glory. Take
it back in Christ Jesus. Our time of ultimate salvation is neeeear. Christ the
redeemer- Jesus Christ is the VISA.
Let Him stamp you in
Peace be to you
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