How Are You Investing In Eternity?

We live in a society which is constantly encouraging us to buy insurance and somehow investing in the future so that others are not bogged down with the debt that we leave behind.  But, the critical heart of the matter is that we are also called by God, "to sound the warning, to call sinners (the lost) to repentance, to point the way to peace with God and the hope that is in Christ."  (Billy Graham)

Just think about what you already own--perhaps a car, a home, clothing, food, ultimate "toys" and a multitude of other gadgets and things to fit our social, and physical "needs".  We let our children scream at us, "but, mom, dad, I have to have it."  And we give things to ourselves, but what does God get?  A local church attender in Michigan stated about giving, "It's my lifestyle.  If I couldn't serve God this way, I would feel lost or incomplete."  Another lady (remains nameless), stated that when she was a child her father placed his last $3.00 in the offering plate at church.  It was the Great Depression.  Her father stated, "God gave us that money, and I'm sure He will supply us with more."  Phillipians 4:19 states, "But my God will supply your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." 

See, the Bible states, "need", not "needs" or "wants".  Just one need at a time to require faith on our part--"Put Your Hand in the Hand" was a favorite Christian song in the '70's, and was criticized greatly, but are we doing it in a day and time when we worry over the smallest debt we've created?  I want to encourage you Christian to ask God to "enlarge your coast" as you approach revival.  Remember, every area must be given to God for individual revival.  "We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus..."  Are you allowing the Master Crafter to have His will and His way in your life?  Surrender to Him, Christian, You'll never be sorry you did.

---Pastor Fryer