Prayer: We pray in the name of Jesus that our faith id increased. We love You Lord. We thank God and praise God in the name of Jesus for an increase in our faith. A-men.
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Faith in The Joy of Jesus: What the Bible Says About Faith
Finding out what the Bible says about faith is very important. Why? A few reasons come to mind: First, faith is often defined in a number of different and conflicting ways by religious persons. If we want to know how God defines faith we will have to go to the Bible. God's definition of faith takes precedence over man's definition of faith. Second, there are all kinds of faith in the world -- even the demons have faith (James 2:19) -- but only one faith is true. If we want to have true faith (2 Timothy 1:5), we will have to let God tell us what true faith is. Third, faith is necessary to please God (Hebrews 11:6). If we want to please God we need to know about the faith that pleases God. Fourth, faith is necessary for salvation (Ephesians 2:8). If we want to be saved we need to know about the faith that saves. Fifth, there are many people who do not have faith (John 6:64) -- at one point even Jesus' own family did not believe in Him (John 7:5) -- and God destroys people who do not have faith (Jude 5). If we don't want God to destroy us, if we don't want to die in our sins (John 8:24), we must believe. Finally, there are those who have faith but they are letting their faith slip away (2 Timothy 2:18). If we don't want evil forces to overthrow our faith we need to know how to keep our faith strong.
This brief article is not intended to be an exhaustive study of each occurrence of the word faith in the Bible. Many verses in both the Old and New Testaments could be used to illustrate each point below but only a few have been chosen. This study is confined to the New Testament. The references listed below are examples of the verb form of faith (Greek pisteuo, usually translated, believe), and the noun form of faith (Greek pistis, usually translated, faith). I would suggest that you take time to look up each reference listed below that is not quoted for further study on each point. You may also want to use your Bible Concordance to find other examples of the word faith. No matter what verse you locate on the faith of man, you will find that it falls nicely into one of the categories below. Let us now examine what the Bible says about faith so that we can have the faith that God wants us to have.
OBJECT OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the object of faith (who or what is believed in) is God and His Son Jesus Christ. There are many persons, places and things that we could put our faith in during our lifetime, but we must prioritize our life, and put our faith in God and Jesus Christ above all else. Jesus said: "Let not your heart be troubled: believe in God, believe also in me" (John 14:1). We are not to put our faith in that which is false (Matthew 24:23,26). Unless our faith is in God and His Son, we do not have the right kind of faith. For Further Study: Mark 11:22; Acts 14:23; 19:4; 20:21; Galatians 2:16; 2 Timothy 3:15; Hebrews 6:1; 11:6; 1 Peter 1:21; 1 John 3:23; 5:1,5,10.
SUBJECT OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the subject of faith (who or what has faith ) is man himself. Man is the only creature of all of God's creation who can believe. What flower ever believed? What rock ever believed? What animal ever believed? Take a look at the great men and women of faith in the Old and New Testaments and see what they accomplished "by faith." For Further Study: Hebrews 11:1-40.
SUBSTANCE OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the substance of faith (what faith is) is belief; a complete trust, assurance or confidence. There is no fear (Mark 5:36; Luke 8:50) or doubt (Mark 11:23-24) in faith. The writer of Hebrews wrote: "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, a conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1). Unless our faith is complete trust, we do not have the right kind of faith. For Further Study: Mark 9:23-24; John 6:69; Acts 17:31; 27:25; 2 Timothy 1:12.
PROOF OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the proof of faith (what faith is based on) is evidence. Faith is based upon strong, clear, logical, true, historical evidence. Faith is not guesswork. Faith is not a blind leap in the dark. Faith is not grounded in subjective feelings. God provides the objective, rational evidence for belief; man provides the belief based on that evidence. The Bible does not teach that God gives man his faith. John wrote: "but these are written, that ye may believe that Jesus is the Christ..." (John 20:31). Paul wrote: "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). Unless our faith is based upon sound evidence from God's word, we do not have the right kind of faith. For Further Study: Mark 1:15; 16:15-16; Luke 8:12-13; 24:25; John 4:39-42; 5:46-47; 8:30,46; 9:35-38; 17:20; 19:35; 20:24-31; Acts 4:4; 8:12-13; 9:41-42; 11:19-21; 13:12; 14:1; 15:7; 17:11-12; 18:8; 24:14; 26:27; Romans 10:8-21; 1 Corinthians 2:4-5; 3:5; 15:1-2,11,14,17; Ephesians 1:13; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Thessalonians 1:10; 2:11-13; 1 Timothy 3:16; 1 John 5:13.
FRUIT OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the fruit of faith (what faith produces) is active obedience to God's word. The Bible does not teach that man is saved by faith only. Faith is not just a mental thought; it is a mental thought that leads a person to act, to work, to obey. The outward acts of faith can be seen (Matthew 9:2). Faith takes steps in obedience (Romans 4:12). Unless our faith produces active obedience to God's word, we do not have the right kind of faith. For Further Study: Mark 16:16; Acts 11:21; 19:18-19; Romans 16:26; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 5:6; 1 Thessalonians 1:3; 2 Thessalonians 1:11; Titus 3:8; James 2:14-26; Revelation 2:19.
CONSEQUENCES OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the consequences of faith (what faith leads to) are enormous. First, faith leads to unity. Luke records: "And all that believed were together, and had all things common" (Acts 2:44). Second, faith leads to proclaiming the gospel. Paul said: "But having the same spirit of faith, according to that which is written, I believed, and therefore did I speak; we also believe, and therefore also we speak" (2 Corinthians 4:13). Third, faith leads to persecution. Paul wrote: "because to you if hath been granted in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for in his behalf" (Philippians 1:29). Unless our faith leads to unity, proclamation and persecution, we do not have the right kind of faith. For Further Study: John 12:42-43; 17:20-21; Acts 4:32; 22:19.
REWARD OF FAITH. The Bible teaches that the reward of faith (what faith accomplishes) is eternal life. Our faith results in eternal life (salvation) given to us by God. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life" (John 3:16). Unless our faith accomplishes eternal life, we do not have the right kind of faith. For Further Study: John 3:14-16,36; 5:24; 6:40,47; Acts 10:43; 13:39,48; 16:31; 26:18; Romans 1:16; 3:28,30; 5:1-2; 1 Corinthians 1:21; Galatians 3:24; 1 Timothy 1:16; Hebrews 6:11-12; 1 Peter 1:5-9.
"Do you now believe?" Jesus asks (John 16:31). Now that you know more of what the Bible says about faith what do you plan to do? Will you begin to put more faith in God and His Son Jesus Christ? Will you put away any fear or doubt that would keep you from serving God with a sincere faith? Will you spend more time with the Bible evidence that God has provided in order to build a stronger faith? Will you begin to produce more fruits of faith in your life by your obedience to God's word? Will you be ready to accept the enormous consequences of your faith, difficult as they may be? If the answer to these questions is yes, then the Lord has promised you a great reward for your faith, eternal life.
Posted by The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee
Showing posts with label the joy of jesus church. Show all posts
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Thursday, June 24, 2010
Friday, April 23, 2010
Good News from The Joy of Jesus Church
What are the three things in life that are important regarding your heart and soul? There are so many issues that tear at our attention. We are living in a world where the media bombards us with millions of messages that have nothing to do with ones soul. Jesus offers a new life. Faith, Hope and Love are three important steps toward heaven.
We are to wrap ourselves in Hope, Faith and Love of Jesus Christ. God so loved the world that he gave us Jesus, in him we find that our faith will result in eternal life.
The Bible is so rich in love. Jesus gave His life on the cross for our sins. God raised Him on the third day with all power, honor and glory. We thank God in Christ Jesus until his return.
Meanwhile, what are we to do until the return of Jesus? We are to wrap our ourselves in The joy of Jesus with Faith, hope and love, We are to love Jesus because He first loved us. Praise god for all spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus and to His absolute Joy.
We are to wrap ourselves in Hope, Faith and Love of Jesus Christ. God so loved the world that he gave us Jesus, in him we find that our faith will result in eternal life.
The Bible is so rich in love. Jesus gave His life on the cross for our sins. God raised Him on the third day with all power, honor and glory. We thank God in Christ Jesus until his return.
Meanwhile, what are we to do until the return of Jesus? We are to wrap our ourselves in The joy of Jesus with Faith, hope and love, We are to love Jesus because He first loved us. Praise god for all spiritual blessings in Christ Jesus and to His absolute Joy.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Partnering with Business is The Joy of Jesus Goal
The Joy of Jesus Church is concerned for faith based business partners. We believe that more people need to speed more money to create jobs. The Joy of Jesus
Church wants people to become successful.
The more people have confidence in the economy the more jobs and mall businesses will start-up. The Joy of Jesus can help create businesses and help people find jobs.
The Joy of Jesus Church has several centers to help businesses and job seekers. We also need people to visit our business partners as well. Give to The Joy of Jesus Church http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ We can help people, but we need your help to do so. Join our 10 million people campaign for hope and opportunity.
Church wants people to become successful.
The more people have confidence in the economy the more jobs and mall businesses will start-up. The Joy of Jesus can help create businesses and help people find jobs.
The Joy of Jesus Church has several centers to help businesses and job seekers. We also need people to visit our business partners as well. Give to The Joy of Jesus Church http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ We can help people, but we need your help to do so. Join our 10 million people campaign for hope and opportunity.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
The Joy of Jesus is Salvation to The World
Everyone wants to know the end game. People can not wait to learn when the end will happen. The real question is what should one dot be ready for the end?
Jesus said that no one knows the end but God. However, we need to know what we should be doing as time moves on to that particular time?
Jesus told His disciples to watch, pray and be ready. That advise is as good as one could ever receive. We pray that God's will be done.
The Joy of Jesus is our salvation. We pray for the Lords, righteousness, truth, peace, faithfulness and word of God in Christ Jesus. We love the Lord. We pray for the day of His return.
Jesus gave His life and shed His blood so that we may live forever. Jesus and His full joy is to return and set all things right. The power of God raised Him from the dead and will return Jesus with all power, honor and glory.
Jesus said that no one knows the end but God. However, we need to know what we should be doing as time moves on to that particular time?
Jesus told His disciples to watch, pray and be ready. That advise is as good as one could ever receive. We pray that God's will be done.
The Joy of Jesus is our salvation. We pray for the Lords, righteousness, truth, peace, faithfulness and word of God in Christ Jesus. We love the Lord. We pray for the day of His return.
Jesus gave His life and shed His blood so that we may live forever. Jesus and His full joy is to return and set all things right. The power of God raised Him from the dead and will return Jesus with all power, honor and glory.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Join The Joy of Jesus Opportunity Center
People are losing hope today due to the economy and jobs. The Joy of Jesus Church is aware of this situation and calling for positive thinking around the world to make a difference. One campaign for 10 million people to stand up for Hope and Opportunity is a real start to a new beginning.
The joy of Jesus Pastor The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee is in deep prayer for families around the world. The Joy of Jesus has programs that promote opportunity in the following ares: Jobs, Business, Education,Health Care, Peace Studies, Green technology, and Poverty Studies to improve the quality of life for all.
Join our Campaign for Hope. Give to The Joy of Jesus through our free toolbar or visit our sponsors today. We are looking for 10 million people that starts with yo today, help us help others http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
The joy of Jesus Pastor The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee is in deep prayer for families around the world. The Joy of Jesus has programs that promote opportunity in the following ares: Jobs, Business, Education,Health Care, Peace Studies, Green technology, and Poverty Studies to improve the quality of life for all.
Join our Campaign for Hope. Give to The Joy of Jesus through our free toolbar or visit our sponsors today. We are looking for 10 million people that starts with yo today, help us help others http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Get on The Move with The Joy of Jesus Church
A recent CNN poll indicated that 10% more people believe things are getting better than this time last year. Unemployment remains high at 9.7%. The Joy of Jesus Church takes an affirmative approach to addressing these issues from a faith-based perspective.
The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee, Pastor of The Joy of Jesus Church has initiated a new campaign for 10 million people to promote Hope and Opportunity for all people around the world. Our main canters for opportunity are: Business Development, Educational Scholarships and School Section Programs; Green Technology Business Simplex and Health Care Careers and Services to help provide a since of direction on opportunities available.
The Joy of Jesus Church mission is to promote faith and social-economic development. We also have a peace center and poverty center as well. It is important to give ti The Joy of Jesus to expand opportunity and hope world-wide. Please share our site with your contacts and join us as we more this economy forward to help people restore confidence http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee, Pastor of The Joy of Jesus Church has initiated a new campaign for 10 million people to promote Hope and Opportunity for all people around the world. Our main canters for opportunity are: Business Development, Educational Scholarships and School Section Programs; Green Technology Business Simplex and Health Care Careers and Services to help provide a since of direction on opportunities available.
The Joy of Jesus Church mission is to promote faith and social-economic development. We also have a peace center and poverty center as well. It is important to give ti The Joy of Jesus to expand opportunity and hope world-wide. Please share our site with your contacts and join us as we more this economy forward to help people restore confidence http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
Monday, April 5, 2010
The Joy of Jesus attracked Big Nunbers
The Joy of Jesus Church is Growing
The Joy of Jesus Church is developed to provide an online spiritual experience for our readers.Our message is clear,: Hope, Peace and Love through opportunity. We pray for people and situations. We are concerned about families and jobs.
The joy of Jesus Church believes in hope and Opportunity. We offer a Jobs/Career Center that has a job locater and resume distribution center. We also offer a Business Center that can help some one get started in small business, in addition we have a Green Tech. Center to help develop the new economy of the future among other virtual services and programs to provide opportunity.
Our new goal is to have 10 million people join us to pray for hope and opportunity for all people. This is so important because so many people are struggling without HOPE! This is our prayer and mission. [url=http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ t=_blank]http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/[/url]{image(65840,center,medium)}
Join us and share The joy of Jesus Today.
The Joy of Jesus Church is developed to provide an online spiritual experience for our readers.Our message is clear,: Hope, Peace and Love through opportunity. We pray for people and situations. We are concerned about families and jobs.
The joy of Jesus Church believes in hope and Opportunity. We offer a Jobs/Career Center that has a job locater and resume distribution center. We also offer a Business Center that can help some one get started in small business, in addition we have a Green Tech. Center to help develop the new economy of the future among other virtual services and programs to provide opportunity.
Our new goal is to have 10 million people join us to pray for hope and opportunity for all people. This is so important because so many people are struggling without HOPE! This is our prayer and mission. [url=http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ t=_blank]http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/[/url]{image(65840,center,medium)}
Join us and share The joy of Jesus Today.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
The Joy of Jesus Church online Easter Ready
People are becoming more attracted to online churches. The Joy of Jesus Church has been online for over ten years. We pray for people of all faiths. We offer Scripture and study guides for all people. The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee welcomes all people to pray for all people in the love that Jesus http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ will give.
The Joy of Jesus Church is all about Hope and Opportunity. We have all the tools to develop faith. Also we offer the tools for opportunities: Jobs, Health Care, Business Development, Media Center, Poverty Center, Peace and Non-Violence Center, Education and Scholarship Program. We offer a Green Technology Simplex as well to all people.
The Joy of Jesus Church still needs support to make our programs available to all people. We have a free toolbar that raises money for the needy without expense to you. Our sponsors will contribute to us if you visit as well. You may wish to donate directly to help us help others in need. Yes more people are attending church online. The joy of Jesus Church is open for all of your love http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
The Joy of Jesus Church is all about Hope and Opportunity. We have all the tools to develop faith. Also we offer the tools for opportunities: Jobs, Health Care, Business Development, Media Center, Poverty Center, Peace and Non-Violence Center, Education and Scholarship Program. We offer a Green Technology Simplex as well to all people.
The Joy of Jesus Church still needs support to make our programs available to all people. We have a free toolbar that raises money for the needy without expense to you. Our sponsors will contribute to us if you visit as well. You may wish to donate directly to help us help others in need. Yes more people are attending church online. The joy of Jesus Church is open for all of your love http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
Friday, April 2, 2010
The Joy of Jesus Church are people going today?
The number of church goers has been on a decline. The question as to why is of great concern. The Joy of Jesus church understands why this phenomia is occurring. Society is becoming more involved with the Internet community. People are doing more on-line e.i., work, pleasure, and shopping is mostly done on the Internet. The same is true with church.
Organized religions has gone through many changes as well. Corruption and scandal have been a real problem. It causes many people to distrust the church and it's leaders. The Joy of Jesus Church is an on-line experience.
We believe in the power of the spirit. The Joy of Jesus prays for all people. We have no physical contact for corruption. We offer services, for example, jobs,education,peace studies and business opportunities all from the touch of ones keyboard.
The Joy of Jesus still welcomes gifts from our sponsor, we have a toolbar that makes donations to The Red Cross without cost to the user. There are other sponsors as well of no cost. We also accept donation as small as one dollar. The reasons why people have lost faith in most institutions. The Joy of Jesus Church is all about hope and opportunity for all people. http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
Organized religions has gone through many changes as well. Corruption and scandal have been a real problem. It causes many people to distrust the church and it's leaders. The Joy of Jesus Church is an on-line experience.
We believe in the power of the spirit. The Joy of Jesus prays for all people. We have no physical contact for corruption. We offer services, for example, jobs,education,peace studies and business opportunities all from the touch of ones keyboard.
The Joy of Jesus still welcomes gifts from our sponsor, we have a toolbar that makes donations to The Red Cross without cost to the user. There are other sponsors as well of no cost. We also accept donation as small as one dollar. The reasons why people have lost faith in most institutions. The Joy of Jesus Church is all about hope and opportunity for all people. http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
The Cross and The Joy of Jesus Church
Are the difficulties of life so demanding that there seems to be something missing? Our lives have become so intricate that even the worlds fastest computers are challenged. The question as to where life's journey will lead is still clear in the life of the believer: Calvary.
The entire notion of a place that determines one perspective on life itself is surreal at best. Carvery is a place where the cruelest act of society was inflicted on The Son of God. Blood was shed, torture, pain and agony unto death was experienced. But why?
The answer is somewhat simple. Sin. Jesus suffered the weight of all the sins of the world. We are all sinners saved by the grace that took place at Calvary. We owe a great deal of gratitude to God, Christ Jesus,and The Holy Spirit to remember the absolute faith that was demonstrated by God in His Son
Calvary ,you and I have a lot in common. We must have complete faith in God that our sins were washed clean at Calvary. We must trust that God's plan for eternal life is fulfilled at Calvary. We submit to god in faith, we thank God for His grace, and we praise God for His love. The Joy of Jesus is our salvation. Calvary is where you and I place our faith in Christ Jesus return.
The entire notion of a place that determines one perspective on life itself is surreal at best. Carvery is a place where the cruelest act of society was inflicted on The Son of God. Blood was shed, torture, pain and agony unto death was experienced. But why?
The answer is somewhat simple. Sin. Jesus suffered the weight of all the sins of the world. We are all sinners saved by the grace that took place at Calvary. We owe a great deal of gratitude to God, Christ Jesus,and The Holy Spirit to remember the absolute faith that was demonstrated by God in His Son
Calvary ,you and I have a lot in common. We must have complete faith in God that our sins were washed clean at Calvary. We must trust that God's plan for eternal life is fulfilled at Calvary. We submit to god in faith, we thank God for His grace, and we praise God for His love. The Joy of Jesus is our salvation. Calvary is where you and I place our faith in Christ Jesus return.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Job News by The Joy of Jesus Church
The world needs more people working. The Joy of Jesus Church has a Jobs/Career Center to help people find jobs. The unemployment rates will remain high for the foreseeable future. People need jobs now.
The joy of Jesus Church has a resume service that can apply for a large number of jobs at once. We also have a service for higher paying positions as well. The Joy of Jesus offers other services as well. For example: The Business Center, Green Technology, Educational services and Health Care Centers to help people.
We hope that you can give to The Joy of Jesus Church by getting our free toolbar or visiting our sponsors. You may wish to donate as little as one dollar. Do share our Jobs Center and give to The Joy of Jesus today. http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
The joy of Jesus Church has a resume service that can apply for a large number of jobs at once. We also have a service for higher paying positions as well. The Joy of Jesus offers other services as well. For example: The Business Center, Green Technology, Educational services and Health Care Centers to help people.
We hope that you can give to The Joy of Jesus Church by getting our free toolbar or visiting our sponsors. You may wish to donate as little as one dollar. Do share our Jobs Center and give to The Joy of Jesus today. http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
Pray with Tje Joy of Jesus Church Today
Jesus prays while the *disciples sleep
We have seen that Jesus had many difficulties to deal with at this time. Both he and the *disciples were probably very tired by the time of the last supper [that is, Jesus' last meal with his *disciples]. We see this when we read about the behaviour of the *disciples in Gethsemane. They were actually very tired. They had no more energy at all. Jesus fell down on the ground and prayed. He was suffering very much. He really desired his friends to stay awake with him at this time. It was the hardest time for him. But the *disciples could not stay awake. They slept on the ground.
Jesus had done so much more than they had done. He was probably even more tired than them. But his hardest time of all was still to come.
Jesus suffers greatly
Jesus suffered very much in Gethsemane (Mark 14:50, Luke 22:54-62). Luke tells us that *drops of blood fell from Jesus' body. This was a crisis for Jesus. Jesus had always obeyed God his Father. And Jesus still wanted to obey God. But now this meant the *cross with its great pain and shame.
But, for Jesus, the *cross was not merely a place of pain and death. Jesus was perfect; he never *sinned. But on the *cross, Jesus would have to take, on himself, the *sin of the world. He would have wanted to avoid this especially, but he could not. Here is his prayer:
Matthew 26:39 'My Father, if it is possible, do not let this happen. However, I want to do the things that you desire. I choose not to do the things that I desire.'
But there was no other way. The *cross was the only way that God could forgive our *sin. Jesus was the only one who could pay for all our *sin. Only Jesus could give us the power to live like him.
Judas kisses Jesus
After he had prayed, Jesus knew what must happen. Calmly Jesus walked out so that the soldiers could arrest him. Judas had arrived, with soldiers and priests. Judas went to Jesus and kissed him. Jesus refused to let his friends fight for him. Instead, he allowed his enemies to take him.
The *disciples were very afraid. They left Jesus and ran away. Only Peter and John tried to stay near Jesus. And only John would be present at the *crucifixion.
© 2002-2005, Wycliffe Associates
We have seen that Jesus had many difficulties to deal with at this time. Both he and the *disciples were probably very tired by the time of the last supper [that is, Jesus' last meal with his *disciples]. We see this when we read about the behaviour of the *disciples in Gethsemane. They were actually very tired. They had no more energy at all. Jesus fell down on the ground and prayed. He was suffering very much. He really desired his friends to stay awake with him at this time. It was the hardest time for him. But the *disciples could not stay awake. They slept on the ground.
Jesus had done so much more than they had done. He was probably even more tired than them. But his hardest time of all was still to come.
Jesus suffers greatly
Jesus suffered very much in Gethsemane (Mark 14:50, Luke 22:54-62). Luke tells us that *drops of blood fell from Jesus' body. This was a crisis for Jesus. Jesus had always obeyed God his Father. And Jesus still wanted to obey God. But now this meant the *cross with its great pain and shame.
But, for Jesus, the *cross was not merely a place of pain and death. Jesus was perfect; he never *sinned. But on the *cross, Jesus would have to take, on himself, the *sin of the world. He would have wanted to avoid this especially, but he could not. Here is his prayer:
Matthew 26:39 'My Father, if it is possible, do not let this happen. However, I want to do the things that you desire. I choose not to do the things that I desire.'
But there was no other way. The *cross was the only way that God could forgive our *sin. Jesus was the only one who could pay for all our *sin. Only Jesus could give us the power to live like him.
Judas kisses Jesus
After he had prayed, Jesus knew what must happen. Calmly Jesus walked out so that the soldiers could arrest him. Judas had arrived, with soldiers and priests. Judas went to Jesus and kissed him. Jesus refused to let his friends fight for him. Instead, he allowed his enemies to take him.
The *disciples were very afraid. They left Jesus and ran away. Only Peter and John tried to stay near Jesus. And only John would be present at the *crucifixion.
© 2002-2005, Wycliffe Associates
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
E-Store Tems-up with The Joy of Jesus Church
Your E-Store http://hurrybuy.blogspot.com/ is partnering with The Joy of Jesus Church to help the needy. Ten percent of all profits will go to the needy. There is so much need today and the e-store has the will to help.
Your E-Store has all of the big named stores to meet your shopping needs. The economy is in recovery and shopping on-line is getting hotter by the minute. The Joy of Jesus is committed to helping people gain social-economic power.
The partnership between business and faith-based operations is a new method of moving the economy and making new jobs. Your E-Store wants to partner with as well as The Joy of Jesus Church to help people.
Your E-Store has all of the big named stores to meet your shopping needs. The economy is in recovery and shopping on-line is getting hotter by the minute. The Joy of Jesus is committed to helping people gain social-economic power.
The partnership between business and faith-based operations is a new method of moving the economy and making new jobs. Your E-Store wants to partner with as well as The Joy of Jesus Church to help people.
E-Store Tems-up with The Joy of Jesus Church
Your E-Store http://hurrybuy.blogspot.com/ is partnering with The Joy of Jesus Church to help the needy. Ten percent of all profits will go to the needy. There is so much need today and the e-store has the will to help.
Your E-Store has all of the big named stores to meet your shopping needs. The economy is in recovery and shopping on-line is getting hotter by the minute. The Joy of Jesus is committed to helping people gain social-economic power.
The partnership between business and faith-based operations is a new method of moving the economy and making new jobs. Your E-Store wants to partner with as well as The Joy of Jesus Church to help people.
Your E-Store has all of the big named stores to meet your shopping needs. The economy is in recovery and shopping on-line is getting hotter by the minute. The Joy of Jesus is committed to helping people gain social-economic power.
The partnership between business and faith-based operations is a new method of moving the economy and making new jobs. Your E-Store wants to partner with as well as The Joy of Jesus Church to help people.
Business & The Joy of Jesus Church Dr. James A. Lee
Business Matters.
Buiness Matters Today
A new business information center has been opened by The Joy of Jesus Church http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee, Pastor of The Joy of Jesus wants to provide first class information for the business community.
Business Matters Today has all of the best information on-line for business organizations in one place. The Joy of Jesus Church centers of opportunity include: Green Tech., Health Care, Education, Jobs/Careers, and a Peace Center.
Business Matters Today is a great source of information. The Joy of Jesus Church needs your support in order to achieve or goal of full social economic-development world-wide. Do get our business toolbar and visit our major sponsors without to you or you may make a donation to expand our operations. Business Matters Today is for you. The Joy of Jesus needs your help.
Buiness Matters Today
A new business information center has been opened by The Joy of Jesus Church http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/ The Rev. Dr. James A. Lee, Pastor of The Joy of Jesus wants to provide first class information for the business community.
Business Matters Today has all of the best information on-line for business organizations in one place. The Joy of Jesus Church centers of opportunity include: Green Tech., Health Care, Education, Jobs/Careers, and a Peace Center.
Business Matters Today is a great source of information. The Joy of Jesus Church needs your support in order to achieve or goal of full social economic-development world-wide. Do get our business toolbar and visit our major sponsors without to you or you may make a donation to expand our operations. Business Matters Today is for you. The Joy of Jesus needs your help.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
A New Peace Center Opens-The Joy of Jesus Church
The Joy of Jesus Church Rev. Dr. James A. Lee is pleased to announce the grand opening of our new Global Center for Peace & Non-Violence is help end violence globally http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
It is our mission to promote peace in new and different ways. The news has been so over-run with stories of hate and violence. We need more information that promotes peace and human understanding. This so vital to our societal educational development.
The Joy of Jesus has many worth-while centers for social-economic development,i.e.: Centers for Jobs, Green Technology,Education, Business, Health-Services and Parenting as well.
Do give to The Joy of Jesus Church today. We also offer our Center for Research on World Poverty to help fight against starvation and ignorance. We need all the support we can get. We offer our free toolbar and sponsor program that raises money without cost to the participant. You mat also donate as little as one dollar to make a real difference. We hope you will join us to promote peace and proprietary to all. http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
It is our mission to promote peace in new and different ways. The news has been so over-run with stories of hate and violence. We need more information that promotes peace and human understanding. This so vital to our societal educational development.
The Joy of Jesus has many worth-while centers for social-economic development,i.e.: Centers for Jobs, Green Technology,Education, Business, Health-Services and Parenting as well.
Do give to The Joy of Jesus Church today. We also offer our Center for Research on World Poverty to help fight against starvation and ignorance. We need all the support we can get. We offer our free toolbar and sponsor program that raises money without cost to the participant. You mat also donate as little as one dollar to make a real difference. We hope you will join us to promote peace and proprietary to all. http://thejoyofjesuschurchonline.blogspot.com/
Friday, March 26, 2010
The Joy of Jesus is all in Faith
Faith:
Do you believe in seeing is believing? If I didn't see it: It never happened. This is the way a great number of people live their life. We lean and perceive things through ones senses.
Yet, the most important factor of life has not been seen at all.
We need to go one step beyound to experience the full joy of Jesus in order to take the next faze of life. Jesus preached a pure message of faith. If we had the faith of a very small seed, it would grow into a huge and beautiful tree.
Faith can move mountains. It is a deep belief in The Creator of all the universe and His son. God gave us Jesus and the world rejected Him because of what He represents. To stand tall for love,grace and peace is not what those in power care about in life.
Our faith is in Christ Jesus, who turned water into wine, walk on the water and heal people. Jesus raised folk from the dead.
Our faith tells us that Jesus was betrayed, beaten, and crucified for our transgressions. Move Over, the Power of God raised Him from the dead and He will return with all power, honor and glory.
Our faith in Christ Jesus is The Joy of Jesus. We too can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthen us from day to day. Our faith in Him is the key to all the universe of the great unseen. We walk by faith and not by sight.
Do you believe in seeing is believing? If I didn't see it: It never happened. This is the way a great number of people live their life. We lean and perceive things through ones senses.
Yet, the most important factor of life has not been seen at all.
We need to go one step beyound to experience the full joy of Jesus in order to take the next faze of life. Jesus preached a pure message of faith. If we had the faith of a very small seed, it would grow into a huge and beautiful tree.
Faith can move mountains. It is a deep belief in The Creator of all the universe and His son. God gave us Jesus and the world rejected Him because of what He represents. To stand tall for love,grace and peace is not what those in power care about in life.
Our faith is in Christ Jesus, who turned water into wine, walk on the water and heal people. Jesus raised folk from the dead.
Our faith tells us that Jesus was betrayed, beaten, and crucified for our transgressions. Move Over, the Power of God raised Him from the dead and He will return with all power, honor and glory.
Our faith in Christ Jesus is The Joy of Jesus. We too can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthen us from day to day. Our faith in Him is the key to all the universe of the great unseen. We walk by faith and not by sight.
Healing Prayer for the World The Joy of Jesus Church
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Prayer: Dear God our Father, in Christ Jesus name we pray.We ask for the healing of the world of all evil and hate. We ask that Your love can move us in new direction of perfect peace and healing. We pray for all people around the world in need. We ask that you continue to make this ministry grow in love and power. Bless all those who follow our teachings with your grace and mercy. We love You today Lord. We give You all of the power , honor and glory in Christ Jesus names and The Holy Spirit of God...
Scripture:And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. And Simon's wife's mother was taken with a great fever; and anon they tell Him of her; and they besought Him for her. And He stood over her and rebuked the fever; and He came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she arose and ministered unto them.
—Mark 1:29-31
The Power of Jesus:The rebuking of the fever signifies that diseases are due to the lack of proper operation of the conscious forces which govern the body, and are also due to the evil forces which consciously allow the evil of disease to spread in the body. Some diseases are brought about by physical transgressions against the laws of health, but disease germs are also created by an evil force that tries to destroy the beautiful creation of God — the human body. When the actions of an individual become very bad, evil vibrations are generated, attracting disease germs, which are the agencies of evil.
Jesus could see the evil force that was responsible for the introduction of fever into the body of Simon's wife's mother, and thus he rebuked it away and restored the harmony of health. Jesus commanded the predominating evil force to depart from the body of the stricken woman, thus reinstating the conscious Astral forces which govern normal health.
And at even, when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with diverse diseases brought them unto Him; and they that were possessed with devils; and He laid His hands on every one of them, and healed them. And all the city was gathered together at the door.
—Mark 1:32-33
Jesus exercised his supreme healing power to heal everyone who came to Him. He could heal all those who came unto Him at that time because all of them had the power of receptivity and faith. Faith is the soil, and the power of God flowing through the healer is the seed. True healing requires the true soil of faith in the patient and the powerful seed of healing in the healer or God.
Jesus could not heal everybody in the place where He was born because, even powerful as He was, He could not sprout the seed of his healing power on the rocky soil of disbelieving minds.
In healing, the power of the healer, great or small, is limited as compared to the unlimited healing power of God. Hence, all healers, instead of commanding their own powers in healing should invoke the unlimited Divine power of healing to flow through them and work certain healing. Man's power may fail but God's power can never fail. Even though God has unlimited healing power and though our Father does not want to see us suffer from disease, yet He cannot heal us until we open the gates of our own willingness to be healed. God has given us free choice, unlike the animals, and by misusing it we can keep God out of our lives. By using it properly, we can allow God to heal us.
In order to be sure of God's healing power, one must know and feel Him deeply in meditation daily. When sure of the Divine Communion, one should completely absorb oneself in God preceding every healing which one tries to perform. When administering Divine healing, the healer must act as a perfect medium in order to let God's unlimited power flow through without obstruction. Egotism and loud declaration, and self-laudation, such as, "I healed her," and so forth, should be strictly avoided both in speech and mind, in order to let the all-knowing God perform the healing.
Prayer: Dear God our Father, in Christ Jesus name we pray.We ask for the healing of the world of all evil and hate. We ask that Your love can move us in new direction of perfect peace and healing. We pray for all people around the world in need. We ask that you continue to make this ministry grow in love and power. Bless all those who follow our teachings with your grace and mercy. We love You today Lord. We give You all of the power , honor and glory in Christ Jesus names and The Holy Spirit of God...
Scripture:And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. And Simon's wife's mother was taken with a great fever; and anon they tell Him of her; and they besought Him for her. And He stood over her and rebuked the fever; and He came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she arose and ministered unto them.
—Mark 1:29-31
The Power of Jesus:The rebuking of the fever signifies that diseases are due to the lack of proper operation of the conscious forces which govern the body, and are also due to the evil forces which consciously allow the evil of disease to spread in the body. Some diseases are brought about by physical transgressions against the laws of health, but disease germs are also created by an evil force that tries to destroy the beautiful creation of God — the human body. When the actions of an individual become very bad, evil vibrations are generated, attracting disease germs, which are the agencies of evil.
Jesus could see the evil force that was responsible for the introduction of fever into the body of Simon's wife's mother, and thus he rebuked it away and restored the harmony of health. Jesus commanded the predominating evil force to depart from the body of the stricken woman, thus reinstating the conscious Astral forces which govern normal health.
And at even, when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with diverse diseases brought them unto Him; and they that were possessed with devils; and He laid His hands on every one of them, and healed them. And all the city was gathered together at the door.
—Mark 1:32-33
Jesus exercised his supreme healing power to heal everyone who came to Him. He could heal all those who came unto Him at that time because all of them had the power of receptivity and faith. Faith is the soil, and the power of God flowing through the healer is the seed. True healing requires the true soil of faith in the patient and the powerful seed of healing in the healer or God.
Jesus could not heal everybody in the place where He was born because, even powerful as He was, He could not sprout the seed of his healing power on the rocky soil of disbelieving minds.
In healing, the power of the healer, great or small, is limited as compared to the unlimited healing power of God. Hence, all healers, instead of commanding their own powers in healing should invoke the unlimited Divine power of healing to flow through them and work certain healing. Man's power may fail but God's power can never fail. Even though God has unlimited healing power and though our Father does not want to see us suffer from disease, yet He cannot heal us until we open the gates of our own willingness to be healed. God has given us free choice, unlike the animals, and by misusing it we can keep God out of our lives. By using it properly, we can allow God to heal us.
In order to be sure of God's healing power, one must know and feel Him deeply in meditation daily. When sure of the Divine Communion, one should completely absorb oneself in God preceding every healing which one tries to perform. When administering Divine healing, the healer must act as a perfect medium in order to let God's unlimited power flow through without obstruction. Egotism and loud declaration, and self-laudation, such as, "I healed her," and so forth, should be strictly avoided both in speech and mind, in order to let the all-knowing God perform the healing.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
The Joy of Jesus and The Power of God Today
Do you often feel weak and powerless against the forces of life sometimes? There are so many events and changes occurring that one can easily get lost in the utter confusion of it all. What can the average person do?
The Joy of Jesus is idea that no matter how weak one may be; there is a great power. Faith is vital to ones belief system. Faith is the shield of God in a Godless world. We must place all of our trust in The Power of God to The Joy of Jesus.
The real question today is how does one access The Power of God? The answer my friend is written. The meek shall inherit the earth. In other words one must submit to the absolute authority of God through Christ Jesus.
In closing, Jesus gave His life on the cross for all of the sins of world, and The Power of God raised Jesus with all power and glory. Jesus will return to wipe away all tears and evil will never be remembered. Weeping may endure for a night, but The Joy of Jesus will come in the morning.
The Joy of Jesus is idea that no matter how weak one may be; there is a great power. Faith is vital to ones belief system. Faith is the shield of God in a Godless world. We must place all of our trust in The Power of God to The Joy of Jesus.
The real question today is how does one access The Power of God? The answer my friend is written. The meek shall inherit the earth. In other words one must submit to the absolute authority of God through Christ Jesus.
In closing, Jesus gave His life on the cross for all of the sins of world, and The Power of God raised Jesus with all power and glory. Jesus will return to wipe away all tears and evil will never be remembered. Weeping may endure for a night, but The Joy of Jesus will come in the morning.
Rev. Dr. James A. Lee Sunday School Lesson
Acceptance in the Community (Ruth 2:5-12; 3:9-11)
The coach of the local football team began his season opening address by saying he wanted his team to be relevant when the league’s playoff picture began taking shape in the last few weeks of the season. I don’t ever remember hearing a coach use the term relevant to measure the success or failure of his team.
Relevant. Important. Impactful. Vital. Significant. A team could play well for a few games and still have no bearing on the championship. A team could be surrounded with enough drama to grab the headlines of the evening news and the daily paper and still have a stranglehold on last place. Its roster could be loaded with players capable of padding their individual stats, making all-star teams, and shattering performance records, and still be irrelevant in the hunt for the prize.
Relevant for Her Works
Ruth was relevant. By her good works, she caused people to notice her and she made a positive impact on those around her. Having turned down her mother-in-law’s “greener pastures” offer, this Moabite woman stood by Naomi. She unassumingly toiled behind the regular harvesters, content with the leftover grain rather than demanding the best the fields had to offer. She also expressed kindness and loyalty to Boaz. He noticed, and word spread to all of the people of the area who had taken notice of Ruth’s character (Ruth 3:11).
Motivated by His Love
There are plenty of people in our communities who pull on the jersey of faith and attempt to be players for Christ. Some on our team want to exercise their world-class criticism talent to point out the faults and sins of others. Many of us are more tactical. We boycott and denounce ideas and initiatives with which we disagree. A few of us even look to pad our stats of the faith by serving on every civic committee and community watch group we can find.
But if these things are not done in the name of the love that Christ demonstrated for each one of us, we risk becoming nothing more than the clanking, out-of-tune instruments Paul writes about (1 Corinthians 13:1).
We may show up for practice every Sunday. We may grab the attention of the local media with our marches and sit-ins. We may outwardly wear the uniform with pride. But without the sincerity, humility, and devotion that Ruth showed, we are unaccepted by our community. Then the message of Christ we try so desperately to deliver falls on deaf ears, and we are irrelevant to the cause for Christ.
I recently watched the local team play a game that had championship relevance. Late in the game, one of our players tackled an opposing player for a short loss. The tackler sprang from the turf, pointed at the downed player, and celebrated as if his team had just conquered the world.
In reality, his team faced a 30-point deficit and had not scored a single point. One great tackle, as flashy as it was, had no impact. No one cared. It was irrelevant to the outcome of the game.
Example to Our Neighbors
So, as we go through the seasons of our lives, let us do so with humility and motives like Ruth’s. If we’re in the game for fame and glory, self-promotion, or for reasons other than wanting to bring people closer to a relationship with Christ, then we run the risk of our actions having no relevance in the very community we are trying to serve. The people of Bethlehem noticed how Ruth went about her work as much as they did the deeds themselves. Likewise, we need our neighbors and coworkers to know we feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and love the unlovable because Christ first loved us.
My playbook tells me that gentleness and meekness will inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5). My Coach also tells me that, after this season of life is over, his postseason definitely is worth the training!
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*All Scripture references are from the New International Version, unless otherwise indicated.
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The coach of the local football team began his season opening address by saying he wanted his team to be relevant when the league’s playoff picture began taking shape in the last few weeks of the season. I don’t ever remember hearing a coach use the term relevant to measure the success or failure of his team.
Relevant. Important. Impactful. Vital. Significant. A team could play well for a few games and still have no bearing on the championship. A team could be surrounded with enough drama to grab the headlines of the evening news and the daily paper and still have a stranglehold on last place. Its roster could be loaded with players capable of padding their individual stats, making all-star teams, and shattering performance records, and still be irrelevant in the hunt for the prize.
Relevant for Her Works
Ruth was relevant. By her good works, she caused people to notice her and she made a positive impact on those around her. Having turned down her mother-in-law’s “greener pastures” offer, this Moabite woman stood by Naomi. She unassumingly toiled behind the regular harvesters, content with the leftover grain rather than demanding the best the fields had to offer. She also expressed kindness and loyalty to Boaz. He noticed, and word spread to all of the people of the area who had taken notice of Ruth’s character (Ruth 3:11).
Motivated by His Love
There are plenty of people in our communities who pull on the jersey of faith and attempt to be players for Christ. Some on our team want to exercise their world-class criticism talent to point out the faults and sins of others. Many of us are more tactical. We boycott and denounce ideas and initiatives with which we disagree. A few of us even look to pad our stats of the faith by serving on every civic committee and community watch group we can find.
But if these things are not done in the name of the love that Christ demonstrated for each one of us, we risk becoming nothing more than the clanking, out-of-tune instruments Paul writes about (1 Corinthians 13:1).
We may show up for practice every Sunday. We may grab the attention of the local media with our marches and sit-ins. We may outwardly wear the uniform with pride. But without the sincerity, humility, and devotion that Ruth showed, we are unaccepted by our community. Then the message of Christ we try so desperately to deliver falls on deaf ears, and we are irrelevant to the cause for Christ.
I recently watched the local team play a game that had championship relevance. Late in the game, one of our players tackled an opposing player for a short loss. The tackler sprang from the turf, pointed at the downed player, and celebrated as if his team had just conquered the world.
In reality, his team faced a 30-point deficit and had not scored a single point. One great tackle, as flashy as it was, had no impact. No one cared. It was irrelevant to the outcome of the game.
Example to Our Neighbors
So, as we go through the seasons of our lives, let us do so with humility and motives like Ruth’s. If we’re in the game for fame and glory, self-promotion, or for reasons other than wanting to bring people closer to a relationship with Christ, then we run the risk of our actions having no relevance in the very community we are trying to serve. The people of Bethlehem noticed how Ruth went about her work as much as they did the deeds themselves. Likewise, we need our neighbors and coworkers to know we feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and love the unlovable because Christ first loved us.
My playbook tells me that gentleness and meekness will inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5). My Coach also tells me that, after this season of life is over, his postseason definitely is worth the training!
________
*All Scripture references are from the New International Version, unless otherwise indicated.
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