Christian Sink

 During a recent bible study class one of my fellow students mentioned the 10 lepers and the lack of gratitude show by 9 of them. For those not familiar with the story; Jesus on his way to Jerusalem stopped in a villag e . he encountered 10 lepers who yelled to him for pity . Jesus told them to go to the priest and on  the way there the healing took place.  One came back to say thank and praise God . The one who returned was not a full Jew he was a Samaritan.. Jesus question to him? "where are the other 9.'  he wanted to know where his friends  were , he knew he had healed all 10.     We can sense in Jesus's words a degree of disappointment in those 9 and sadness that they did not respond to his love. The other 9 j ust took the gift  and showed no gratitude or thanks.(Luke 17:11-19) . We can do the same when God answers a prayer or we receive mercy and then forget to even say thank you lord. For example anytime we eat without saying grace we are guilty of this failure .

I received a sad call this week from a family friend .One of my grandmother's oldest friends went to be with The Lord. She went to sleep and never woke up .She was 99 a few months short of her 100th birthday.  As I spoke to the mutual friend, of both our families, I struggled to find some profound spiritual words.  C.S  Lewis wrote a whole book on the topic of grief and lost. Where were the powerful words and scriptures about eternity. The rousing speech on God's power and love in this moment. My own grief and humanness left me with few words. I spoke a few words of comfort and support but nothing else.    Death is a thief even when you are 99. In this pandemic this was not the first death of someone I have known. I like many have lost loved ones both family and friends. God spoke many times on death in the bible, but there are 2 main promises in scripture  First, everyone dies because sin is part of fallen humanity.  Second, Jesus offers hope for eternity and a future

Redeeming Grace Bible Study for June 19, 2020  Theme: JESUS came for everyone During his time on Earth Jesus showed his compassion to certain Gentiles since he was getting his disciples ready for their future ministry.  Here are three examples that showed Jesus message is for everybody The Cannanite Woman (Matthew 15: 21-28; Mark 7:24-28) Jesus tested the faith of this woman and showed his disciples they needed to hear the requests of all who desire to be healed.  The Centurion  (Matthew 8:5-13; Luke 7:1-10) Jesus set his faith as an example for all to follow.  The disciples needed to rely on his word in the future to bring the message of salvation to everyone.  The Samaritian Woman (John 4:4:1-43) Jesus would go to places not visited to show his disciples that no place is out of reach where the gospel needed to be preached. After his crucifixion and resurrection he gave the GREAT COMMISSION which is still in effect for today all followers of Christ are to the best

2 songs for this day. Secular song but very lovely. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=T_uGcW-v5EI&feature=emb_logo God as the father he loves us so much he is waiting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU6mpL0j8AU

JESUS CANCELS : https://babylonbee.com/news/cancel-culture-despite-problematic-past-jesus-still-offering-to-cancel-sins-of-the-world

Christian persecution      Christians around the world are in the midst of persecution daily. We cannot help millions but we can help some or even one with our support and prayers.  One such person is highlighted here in this link. A brother  Cao  who needs prayer and help.   https://aclj.org/persecuted-church/free-christian-pastor-john-cao?fbclid=IwAR3h32YkeFrtH4XNBuV7Gz8DwBB8bfumMgQXAsjjApOIKGnapyfezr44Q0k

Redeeming Grace Bible Study for June 5, 2020  Theme: How should the Christian live during turbulent times?  Believers need to rely on God’s Word in order to live a victorious Christian  life.  It does not mean perfection but a constant yielding under the  direction of the Holy Spirit through the Word of God.   This is necessary to avoid and confront those who manipulate the Bible to promote false doctrine.  Galatians 3:1-18  The Apostle Paul gave us clear instructions to avoid following a false  doctrine that is solely based on works/human effort. He states that we are  under penalty of death if we continue to walk in this manner that takes for  granted Christ’s sacrifice for us.  Galatians 5:16-26  Paul lists the things that happens to us if we continue to allow our natural  desires to rule our lives that leads to frustration and eternal separation from  God or allow the Spirit full reign which will lead to freedom, peace, and  eternal fellowship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

      The periods of isolation and quarantine started in New York State and most states in the USA in March of 2020. In Mid-March partial quarantines turned to full quarantines. Personally my employer began full quarantines and stay at home the third week of March. 3 months has meant isolation, quarantine, no human contact closer than 6 feet. Since the start it is church on facebook, Classes, work and family contact online and through phone and video conferencing. The world is a much different place. A friend before this crisis was a bone fide germophobe at least according to them. Now they are having a good laugh at my expense because I and millions of others have joined their team.  We are all trapped at home and in a world that we can only hope and pray that God will return to normal. God's people have got a lot of praying ahead; because we are in a new world where every surface or person could be viral.  https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/germophobe A time line of

ANGEL BRINGING JUSTICE https://www.deviantart.com/slyart2018/art/Angelsignedpng25-845127000

- Prophetic word to a disenfranchised people -- Synopsis of the sermon:      We are spiritual beings having a physical experience !! Social Justice is a mandatory expression of Christian discipleship. Seeking Social Justice is a mark that you submit to the will of God.  God called his people to do good works;  Social Justice creates kingdom space in our world.  The source of true Social Justice is God's perfect love.  The song says "this little light of mine I going to let shine.  let it shine in protest marches, let it shine on your job and let it shine in support of God's Social Justice in this world. The Christian's work is not just about Social Justice; we all have an eternal soul that must answer to God. God's word says in Matthew 6:33:  "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you" (NKJ). The  Light and love of God calls to all to find true salvation and justice in Jesus Christ.   R