God is revealed to us as a family, and one that is looking to expand. What is required to gain entrance into this family - Faith. But faith is comprised of more than words, more than a confession of belief…it is trusting in what He promised.
Long ago, a catastrophic event occurred that changed our world forever. Since that time, mankind has lived under a veil of deception. What will it take to come out from under it?
In ancient times, trumpets were used to communicate with with large groups of people. They were powerful and thunderous and used to herald great events. Some day in the future, a trumpet will sound and signal the onset of the Hope of our Salvation.
The world is a troubled place, and all these troubles can lead us to some speculative conclusions. But the world has always been troubled, and the source of humanity’s problems hasn’t changed…neither has the solution.
Families can give us the stability we need to live long and happy lives. But they can also be the source of much bitterness and frustration. How well we learn to resolve our conflicts with others may determine just how happy our lives really are.
Whether we intend to or not, we all have an influence on the world around us. The choices we make determine what form that influence will take. Some will use direct methods while others take a more subtle approach.
In ancient Israel, thousands of animals were offered up every year as sacrifices. They were used to settle disputes and seal covenants with their God and fellow man. The life of Jesus was embodied by the story of the Passover lamb. He became a living sacrifice…and He expects us to do the same.
Our modern lives are filled with so many demands on our time and energy. With expectations to live up to, fears to worry about and obstacles to overcome, we sometimes need a reminder to slow things down and manage what we can…and let God take care of the rest.
To complete His creation, God instituted a day of rest - a command to rest and reflect upon the good things in which we have been blessed. He set it aside as holy and gave special instructions for its observance. He also made specific promises to those who will remember it.
