Be a sinner and sin strongly, but more strongly have faith and rejoice in Christ. _Martin Luther The concept of Original Sin is said to be cause of Adam and his descendants losing unrestricted access to God: Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned. But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ.1 Corinthians 15:57 People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.Proverbs 28:13 Jesus teaches us regarding the nature of sin itself. Sin is a master to whom we become enslaved (John 8:34).Only humble submission and sincere obedience to Jesus Christ will remedy our spiritual blindness. Jesus paid a tremendous price for us so we could have abundant life. He willingly took all of our sin on Himself and gave His life on the cross so we could be forgiven and have new life in Him._Joyce Meyer What can wash away my sin song What can wash away my sin? Nothing but the blood of Jesus; What can make me whole again? Nothing but the blood of Jesus. Oh! precious is the flow That makes me white as snow; No other fount I know, Nothing but the blood of Jesus. For my cleansing this I see-- Nothing but the blood of Jesus! For my pardon this my plea-- Nothing but the blood of Jesus! Nothing can my sin erase Nothing but the blood of Jesus! Naught of works, tis all of grace-- Nothing but the blood of Jesus! This is all my hope and peace-- Nothing but the blood of Jesus! This is all my righteousness-- Nothing but the blood of Jesus! And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.1 Corinthians 13:2 Whats at the heart of Christian love? Jesus said, By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another (John 13:35). John, inspired by the Holy Spirit, once wrote, We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love the brethren. He who does not love his brother abides in death (1 John 3:14). And by this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and keep His commandments. For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome (1 John 5:2-3). And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.Deuteronomy 6:5 In Lukes Gospel, Jesus elaborates on this do unto others as you would have them do unto you principle. Galatians 5:22 - But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Love is friendship that has caught fire. It is quiet understanding, mutual confidence, sharing and forgiving. It is loyalty through good and bad times. It settles for less than perfection and makes allowances for human weaknesses._Ann Landers Love song Love, a word that comes and goes But few people really know What it means to really love somebody. Love, though the tears may fade away Im so glad Your love will stay Cause I love You and Youve shown me, Jesus What it really means to love. The nights that Ive cried You loved me When I should have died You loved me Ill never know why You love me Its a mystery to me now Im glad to see, Jesus. When all hope was gone You loved me You gave me a song that You loved me Now I can go on cause You love me Its a mystery to me now Im glad to see, Jesus. Now I know what it really means, what it really means, What it really means to love. Matthew 8:26 And he said to them, “Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?” Then he rose and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a great calm. (Jesus speaking to His Apostles) Faith in Christianity is a central notion taught by Jesus Christ himself in reference to the Good News (cf. Mk 1:15). In the understanding of Jesus it was an act of trust and of self-abandonment by which people no longer rely on their own strength and policies but commit themselves to the power and guiding word of him in whom they believe (cf. Mt 21:25p,32; Lk 1:20,45) The Christian faith is founded on Jesus Christ and His resurrection. Before the New Testament gospels were even written, the early Christian leaders declared their belief in the death and resurrection of Jesus through a statement of belief known as a creed. The earliest record of the Christian creed is presented by Paul and found in 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 So we are always of good courage. We know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord, for we walk by faith, not by sight.2 Corinthians 5:6-7 In a more everyday sense, faith is often discussed in terms of believing Gods promises, trusting in his faithfulness, and relying on Gods character and faithfulness to act. Then Jesus answered her, “O woman, great is your faith! Be it done for you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed instantly.Matthew 15:28 Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies. _Mother Teresa Faith Song It can cross any mountain, And it doesnt need any trail. Its stong and its tough. Thats why the Devils in hell. Theres nothing it cant do, And no place it cant reach. Faith is something you feel, And not something you teach. Faith is not something That you go out and buy. But youll sure want it When its time to die. God created faith, And will send it to you. When you let him know Your feelings are true. Theres nothing it cant do, And no place it cant reach. Faith is something you feel, And not something you teach. Rejoice evermore.1 Thessalonians 5:16 The Bible says, “Rejoice always” (1 Thessalonians 5:16). A couple of verses later it says, “. . . in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (v. 18). “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice” (Philippians 4:4). -But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.Psalms 5:11 We have reason to rejoice in the Lord Jesus Christ because of his many gifts to us, including the Atonement and the Savior’s mercy and grace. Brave men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war._Lucius Annaeus Seneca Rejoice and be glad song Rejoice and be glad! The Redeemer has come! Go look on His cradle His cross, and His tomb. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. Rejoice and be glad! It is sunshine at last! The clouds have departed The shadows are past. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. Rejoice and be glad! For the blood hath been shed Redemption is finished The price has been paid. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. Rejoice and be glad! Now the pardon is free! The Just for the unjust Has died on the tree. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. Rejoice and be glad! For the Lamb that was slain Oer death is triumphant And liveth again. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. Rejoice and be glad! For our King is on high He pleadeth for us on His throne in the sky. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. Rejoice and be glad! For He cometh again He cometh to glory The Lamb that was slain. Sound His praises, tell the story Of Him Who was slain Sound His praises, tell with gladness He liveth again. If you declare with your mouth, Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.Romans 10:9: Jesus Christ is one the most fascinating figures in human history. Despite his humble origins as the son of a poor carpenter from the Judean countryside in the Roman Empire, his short life of about 33 years, his short public ministry of about three years, and his death on a cross by means of crucifixion, Jesus is the centerpiece of the largest religion the world has ever known, Christianity. For [there is] one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus;1 Timothy 2:5 - The New Testament equivalent of the term Messiah is Christ and Jesus is the savior of humanity (Matt. 1:21, Acts 4:12, Luke 2:11) Christmas in Bethlehem. The ancient dream: a cold, clear night made brilliant by a glorious star, the smell of incense, shepherds and wise men falling to their knees in adoration of the sweet baby, the incarnation of perfect love._Lucinda Franks Jesus is born on this day song Today a child is born on earth (Today a child is born on earth) Today the glory of God shines everywhere For all the world Oh, Jesus born on this day He is our light and salvation Oh, Jesus born on this day He is the King of all nations Behold the Lamb of God has come (Behold the Lamb of God has come) Behold the Savior is born Sing of His love to everyone Oh, Jesus born on this day Heavenly child in a manger Oh, Jesus born on this day He is our Lord and our Savior Today our hearts rejoice in Him (Today our hearts rejoice in Him) Today the light of His birth Fills us with hope and brings peace on earth Oh, Jesus born on this day He is our light and salvation Oh, Jesus born on this day He is the King of all nations Today a child is born on earth (Today a child is born on earth) He is light, He is love, He is grace Born on Christmas Day He is light, He is love, He is grace born on Christmas day He is light, He is love, He is grace born on Christmas day He is light, He is love, He is grace born on Christmas day He is light, He is love, He is grace born on Christmas day He is light, He is love, He is grace born on Christmas day Amen
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