1 Peter 1: 7-9 That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. Whom having not seen, ye LOVE, in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory: Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.
All Praise and Thanks to the Most High God! Today’s Bit was handed to me on a silver platter. I just asked for guidance and opened the Good Book, right on 1st Peter, and there it was underlined in green. These are encouraging words of Peter on Faith: That substance of things not seen, but which we hope and with patience wait for. Without it, we cannot enjoy the many benefits of following Christ. It’s the most important aspect of the Christian religion. For as Peter says, referring to Jesus, ‘whom having not seen, ye LOVE, in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory.’ Friends,that’s what Faith is all about: Not having seen Jesus in the flesh, but being told about His marvellous and miraculous doings for us, believing it, then trying to live obedient to His will, while spreading His Word, so that others may also come to know Him and enjoy the glorious salvation that He gave His sinless life for. Wow! Like the passion’s been stirred up in the ole fella these last two days. But be warned people. Faith is not easy to accept or walk in: Having never seen Jesus, only reading and hearing about Him. Also, to obey His will, means a lifestyle that goes against the very grain of what the world offers; like greed, envy, jealousy, hate, immorality and lust for material things. Meanwhile, Jesus expects us to live in LOVE, peace and harmony, with forgiveness, patience and true fellowship. That’s why Bruh Peter talks about the trial of our faith, cause it’s indeed an uphill battle, a very hard row to hoe. But he also says that it’s much more precious than gold, which perishes, and prays that though our faith be tried to the utmost, even with fire that melts gold, it will hold up strong; ‘might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ.’ Yes people, our path of faith is difficult, but bears many rewards. Going against the grain of the world is tough, but not impossible. We just need to remember that He who is within us, is greater than he that’s in the world. Matter fixed! Nuff said! The indwelling Spirit of Jesus is much more powerful than the enemy that lurks in the world. But the enemy has one aspect of note; his perseverance. Although he knows the Holy Spirit is stronger than him, he never gives up, simply switches to guerrilla tactics if he seems to be losing. That’s the attitude we need to adopt my Friends. The never give up, never say die, bend but don’t break spirit. That’s what true Faith is all about. And as Bruh Peter says, if we stand the test of faith, come that judgement day, we’ll be ‘Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.’ So stand strong in Jesus, People! Much LOVE! …remember…Faith is not Faith…until it’s been tried and tested…
All Praise and Thanks to the Most High God! Today’s Bit was handed to me on a silver platter. I just asked for guidance and opened the Good Book, right on 1st Peter, and there it was underlined in green. These are encouraging words of Peter on Faith: That substance of things not seen, but which we hope and with patience wait for. Without it, we cannot enjoy the many benefits of following Christ. It’s the most important aspect of the Christian religion. For as Peter says, referring to Jesus, ‘whom having not seen, ye LOVE, in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory.’ Friends,that’s what Faith is all about: Not having seen Jesus in the flesh, but being told about His marvellous and miraculous doings for us, believing it, then trying to live obedient to His will, while spreading His Word, so that others may also come to know Him and enjoy the glorious salvation that He gave His sinless life for. Wow! Like the passion’s been stirred up in the ole fella these last two days. But be warned people. Faith is not easy to accept or walk in: Having never seen Jesus, only reading and hearing about Him. Also, to obey His will, means a lifestyle that goes against the very grain of what the world offers; like greed, envy, jealousy, hate, immorality and lust for material things. Meanwhile, Jesus expects us to live in LOVE, peace and harmony, with forgiveness, patience and true fellowship. That’s why Bruh Peter talks about the trial of our faith, cause it’s indeed an uphill battle, a very hard row to hoe. But he also says that it’s much more precious than gold, which perishes, and prays that though our faith be tried to the utmost, even with fire that melts gold, it will hold up strong; ‘might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ.’ Yes people, our path of faith is difficult, but bears many rewards. Going against the grain of the world is tough, but not impossible. We just need to remember that He who is within us, is greater than he that’s in the world. Matter fixed! Nuff said! The indwelling Spirit of Jesus is much more powerful than the enemy that lurks in the world. But the enemy has one aspect of note; his perseverance. Although he knows the Holy Spirit is stronger than him, he never gives up, simply switches to guerrilla tactics if he seems to be losing. That’s the attitude we need to adopt my Friends. The never give up, never say die, bend but don’t break spirit. That’s what true Faith is all about. And as Bruh Peter says, if we stand the test of faith, come that judgement day, we’ll be ‘Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.’ So stand strong in Jesus, People! Much LOVE! …remember…Faith is not Faith…until it’s been tried and tested…
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