Have heard the good news...Listen to the never ending story!John 3:16
John 3:16 has been nicknamed "the Little Gospel." That's because it condenses the message Jesus came to share into a clear-cut sentence, answering one of the big questions every individual has to face: is there life after death? God's answer to that question is a resounding yes. That truly is "good news," which is what gospel literally means.
When you love someone, that love motivates you to give. The same is true with God.
God loved the people the people of the world so deeply that he had to put that love into action. He did that by sending the very best gift He could ever give, a true part of himself ~ Jesus.
Before any gift can be enjoyed, it has to be accepted. People accept God's gift by accepting who Jesus is. That's what belief is all about. But God doesn't stop there. Accepting Jesus comes with an extra bonus gift. That gift is a life that never ends. That gift isn't something people have to wait and open later. Its reality takes hold the moment people accept God's "good news" as part of their lives. From that moment on, they experience a life that will not end with death but will continue beyond it as they grow ever closer to the One who loves them so deeply ~ and gave so much because of that love.
Selah people' and friends consider a few of the countless ways God has shared his love with you. This generosity will extend from this life into the next. Take a few moments today just to say thanks.
"Peace is yours for the asking when you call upon the Lord and believe."
Your pastor,
Rev Muston (PreacherPatrick)
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