Cling To Good

Romans 12:9 Love must be without hypocrisy. Detest evil; cling to what is good.

Amazing how we want to walk with Jesus but we refuse to leave behind the things of the world. This Scripture tells us we are to cling to what is good! 
This means to love God with a pure and undivided heart! No hypocrisy of any kind. Man cannot serve two masters. When you continue to walk with the world as you tell everyone of your love for Christ the truth will shine for all to see in the end. Deeds of the dark will eventually be exposed. Everyone will be able to see the actions behind the words. 
Decide today which master you will serve! Remember, no hypocrisy. God desires a pure and undivided heart! 
JESUS LOVES YOU!

God’s Allows Us To Love Others

1 Corinthians 13:1 If I speak human or angelic languages but do not have love, I am a sounding gong or a clanging cymbal.
Do you love people? Do you show that you do? Many Christians are quick to speak of their love for the Lord yet there is little evidence in how they interact with people that are not in their circle of friends or influence. I love to watch the expression of people as I tell about my job as Chaplain of the Tom Green County Jail. After all these 18 years I forget how offensive it might be to some people. It is my life and definitely my calling from the Lord. God has given me quite a love for those who some find as less than desirable. The jail is a dirty place with many foul smells and to many times hateful people. The funny thing about jail is those who are hurting finally get tired of trying to hurt others and allow the love of Jesus to wrap them up, holding them close. I’m certain some are just playing a game but there are a large number who really do receive Christ as their Savior! The way I see it is God sent me to talk about Him to the inmates or anyone that will listen. As long as I do what He says I am blessed by Him for obedience and blessed by the ones I talk to by gaining friends daily! Looks to me like a win win situation!
JESUS LOVES YOU!

The Love of God’s People

Today has been such a blessing! It is always great to be in the house of the Lord with all of His children. I am blessed beyond anything I ever imagined through the love of Christ! 
I have been fed the Word today. I have been physically hugged by the saints of God. I have my home, my mother, my children, and a man who loves the Lord first and me next. Life can’t get much better even in the midst of the pain of mourning and loss! 
God has promised to always care for His children. 2 Corinthians 1:4 He comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any kind of affliction, through the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 
Being actively involved in a church body and belonging to Jesus is the only way I can face the days ahead. Do you know Jesus personally? Are you actively involved in a church body? Now is the time to run to the Lord!
JESUS LOVES YOU

Fellowship of Believers

Tonight I was privileged to be a part of a Ministry meeting at First Assembly of God Church. It’s always amazing to fellowship with God’s people who are liked minded and called to serve in the same type of ministry! 
We heard testimony from five different men and one woman who have been in the system at one time or another. Each of them benefitted from the Word of God being spoken during their time of incarceration. The real joy is the fact that they are still walking with Christ daily. How much more proof do we need to believe that jail ministry is essential and does change lives? 
I’m not yet sure of the number of people gathered together but it was better than 50. Scripture tells us we are not to forsake the assembling together in Hebrews 10:25. I believe He was right in the midst of the events of the evening since His people were faithful to be obedient! If you don’t currently attend church regularly you are missing a blessing. Pray, asking the Lord to direct you to the body of believers He wants you to be a part of. Do not delay! Blessings are waiting for you.
Jesus loves you!