Then he said to Thomas, Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe. Thomas answered him, My Lord and my God! (John 20:27-28 NRSV Bible) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What does it mean if there really is a God who is that intimately concerned about our lives? What does it mean if this life really is but a prelude to everlasting life? When I dedicated my life to Jesus Christ, I didnt fully realize what I was doing. But God took my hand and gradually led me to a understanding of what my dedication meant. I always wanted to be a farmer or work in some Ag related business. My consciousness of eternal life, however, led me into a career as a minister. I had many talents in being in an Ag related business, but I dont think the world will miss having one less person in the Ag business. I have given my life to be personally involved in helping people. Yes, there have been many doubts and questions, but my focus on serving others, because of what Christ did for me, keeps me going. The same thing probably happened in the lives of those first disciples. From frightened and uncertain people marked by doubt and envy, they became apostles of great courage and self-giving. How about you? What difference has been made in your life by seeing the hands and feet of the risen Christ? Has it effected your goals? Those who have seen the hands and feet of the risen Christ and live their lives in the light of eternity never run out of a purpose for life. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Jesus, move me to not doubt, but believe in you. In Jesus Name, Amen. Ron Newhouse
Posted on: Fri, 15 Aug 2014 10:39:40 +0000
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