An Easter Message

                              JESUS DEATH - 60 SECONDS

For

the next 60 seconds, set aside whatever

you're doing and take this opportunity!

Let's see if Satan can stop this...

  
THE (SCIENTIFIC) DEATH OF JESUS


At the age of 33,
Jesus was condemned to the death penalty.


At the time crucifixion was the "worst" death. Only the worst criminals condemned to be crucified. Yet it was
even more dreadful for Jesus, for unlike other criminals condemned to death by crucifixion Jesus was nailed to the cross by His hands and feet, rather than tied...

                                                     Each nail  was 6 to 8 inches long.


The nails
were driven into His wrist. Not
into His palms as is commonly
portrayed. There's a tendon in the wrist that
extends to the shoulder. The Roman guards knew
that when the nails were being hammered into the
Wrist, that tendon would tear and
break, forcing Jesus to use His back
muscles to support himself, so that He could breathe.



Both of His feet
were nailed together. Thus He was forced to
support Himself on the single nail that
impaled His feet to the cross. Jesus could
not support himself with His legs for long because of the pain, so He was forced to alternate between arching His
back and using his legs just to continue to
breath. Imagine the struggle, the pain, the
suffering, the courage.

                                          Jesus endured this  reality for over 3 hours.


Yes,
over 3 hours! Can you imagine this kind of
suffering? A few minutes before He died,
Jesus stopped bleeding. He was simply pouring water
from his wounds.
  
From common images we see wounds to His hands and feet and even the spear wound to His side...
But do we remember the many wounds
made to his body. A hammer
driving large nails through the wrists, the feet overlapped
and a nail hammered through the arches, then a
Roman guard piercing His side with a spear. And...
before the nails and the spear, Jesus was whipped and
beaten. The whipping was so severe that it tore the
flesh from His body. The beating so horrific that His
face was torn and his beard ripped from His face. The
crown of thorns (two to three inch thorns) cut deeply into His scalp. Most men
would not have survived this torture.

 He had no more blood
to bleed out, only water poured from His
wounds. The
human adult body contains about 3.5 liters
(just less than a gallon) of blood.

  
Jesus poured all 3.5 liters of his blood;
He had three nails hammered into His
body; a crown of thorns on His head and, beyond
that, a Roman soldier who stabbed a spear into His
chest..


All these without
mentioning the humiliation He passed after carrying His own
cross for almost 2 kilometers, while the crowd spat in his
face and threw stones (the cross beam was almost 30 kg of weight, to which His hands were nailed).

         Jesus had to endure this experience,  so that you may have free access to God.

  
So that your sins can be "washed" away.
All of them, with no exception!
Don't ignore this.

 JESUS
CHRIST DIED...FOR YOU!
  
For you, who now read this e-mail.
Do not believe that He only died for others
(those who go to church or for pastors, bishops, etc).

  
He died for you!
It is easy to e-mail jokes or silly photos,
but when it comes to God,
sometimes we feel ashamed to forward a message about Him on
to others.
We are worried of what they “may think.”


Accept the reality, the truth, that
JESUS IS THE ONLY SALVATION FOR THE WORLD.


God has special plans for YOU!
Share this with all your friends...
about what He went through to save you.
Really think about it!


May God bless you!

For the next 60 seconds,
set aside what you're doing and take
this opportunity! Let's see if Satan can stop this.

  
All you have to do is:


1. Pray for the person who sent this message to you.


2. Send this message to 10 people...More if you wish.


3.That way, 10 people will pray for you
and you will encourage many people
to pray to God for others.


4. Take a moment to appreciate the power of God in your life, as you do what pleases Him.


If you are not ashamed to do this, please, follow Jesus' instructions.
He said (Matthew 10:32 & 33): "Everyone therefore
who acknowledges me before others, I also will acknowledge
before My Father in heaven; but whosoever denies Me
before others, I also will deny before My
Father in heaven".


If you believe,
send this message... But send it only if you believe
in Christ Jesus as your Lord and Savior.


Yes, I love God. He
is my source of life and my Savior.
He keeps me alive and safe, both day and night.

   
Without Him, I am nothing,
but with Him "I can do all things through Him
who strengthens me". Philippians 4:13.

  
This is the simple proof. If you love God and you are a believer


and trust in His salvation through Christ Jesus, send this to all those you love.

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So cute!!!!!!!!!!!!

ONCE YOU LET THEM GO, YOU CAN'T GET THEM BACK. I'M

GOING TO TIE YOU TO MY HEART SO I NEVER LOSE YOU.

SEND THE POEM BELOW TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS INCLUDING ME!

SEE HOW MANY YOU GET BACK...

Well, here is the cure..... just smile and say...

Dear Lord,

I know you're watching over me

And I'm feeling truly blessed

For no matter what I pray for

You always know what's best!

 

I have this circle of E-mail friends,

Who mean the world to me;

Some days I 'send' and 'send,'

At other times, I let them be.

I am so blessed to have these friends,

With whom I've grown so close;

So this little poem I dedicate to them,

Because to me they are the 'Most'!

When I see each name download,

And view the message they've sent;

I know they've thought of me that day,

And 'well wishes' were their intent.

So to you, my friends, I would like to say,

Thank you for being a part;

Of all my daily contacts,

This comes right from my heart.

God bless you is my prayer today,

I'm honored to call you 'friend';

I pray the Lord will keep you safe,

Until we write again.

Safety is not found in the absence of danger but in the presence of God.

Safety is not found in the absence of danger but in the presence of God.



Even while David was seized by his enemies, the Philistines, he wrote this: When I am afraid, I will trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me? (Psalm 56:3-4).


David knew that no matter what his circumstances looked like -- whether his life was in great danger or not -- his safety depended on God. It is no surprise, then, that David wrote in Psalm 27:1-3: The Lord is my light and my salvation -- whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life -- of whom shall I be afraid? When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and my foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then will I be confident.


When you feel afraid of what other people can do to you, remember that God has ultimate control over your life. However, it is important to note that in order to expect God's protection, you must be in God's presence. Notice that Psalm 91:1-2 says, He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." In order to be rest in God's shadow, you must be in His presence -- and that means spending time with God, reading His Word, and praying.


Whether the people coming against you are terrorists or just your neighbor, remember that it is God you protects you: The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? (Psalm 118:6).


The principle that safety is found in God is summarized by Psalm 4:8, which says, I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. You may be in dangerous circumstances, but safety is found not in the absence of danger but in the presence of God.


Do your relationships control you, or does Christ control your relationships?


God wants to be the most important thing in your life. Sadly, many Christians let the opinions of other people control their own decisions, altering what they consider to be important.


Proverbs 29:25 says, Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.


Your relationships with the people you're around could be a snare to you if let them control you. However, if Christ is more important to you than any relationship, then he will control your relationships, guiding you into right, godly ones. Make Christ first place in your heart, and he will control and direct your relationships.

Daily reminder

Daily reminder

"The light of God surrounds us.  
The love of God enfolds us.
The power of God protects us.
The presence of God watches over us.  

>From my computer to yours - enjoy.
Please try and send to at least one person to remind them

of our Awesome God

Time is the price you must pay for intimacy with God.

              Time is the price you must pay for intimacy with God.

One of the most valuable things that a person could possibly have is an intimate relationship with God. That same God who is big enough and powerful enough to create the whole universe is also small enough and caring enough to desire a personal relationship with you--a relationship that will last for eternity.


Of course, such an intimate friendship won't happen by chance. Your relationship with your best friend didn't come overnight, and your relationship with God is no different. It requires time.


There is a principle that can be seen both in the Bible and in the world, which basically states that you reap what you sow (see 2 Corinthians 9:6; Galatians 6:7-8). However, you can't expect to reap a harvest on seeds you've never sown. In other words, you can't expect to know God well if you don't invest significant amounts of time and energy into the relationship.


Therefore, it is very important how you use your time. No wonder Paul, in Ephesians 5:15-16, wrote this: Be very careful, then, how you live -- not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Here, Paul is encouraging us to use our time wisely--that is, to make the most of it.


The way to make the most of your time is to invest it into something of great value that lasts forever--an intimate relationship with God.


A practical tip that I have found to be true in my own life is this: Reserve a specific slot each day to spend time with God. Don't do anything else during that time; make it your time specifically for you and God. You can't use the excuse, "I'll read my Bible and spend time with God, as soon as I can find some time." You will never find time! You must make time. Therefore, reserve time for God, remembering that time is the price you must pay for intimacy with God.


The church shouldn't just be a meeting place for Christians; it ought to be a sending place for Christians.


Many Christians are so enveloped in "church world" (i.e. a continuous Christian environment) that they have very few opportunities to reach out to nonbelievers. In such cases, the church turns into a social networking place to meet other Christians. Instead, the church needs to be a place where believers can be built up and strengthened in faith, and then encouraged and empowered to be sent out into culture for the ultimate cause of sharing Christ with all people.


That's exactly what Jesus was getting at in Matthew 28:18-20, when he told his disciples, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."


The Greek word for "nations" (ethnos) means a multitude of people. So, Jesus is simply saying that as you're living and as you're going about your business, make disciples of the people you're around.


Even back in the Old Testament, God was trying to get his people to spread his name, his glory, and his fame among the people of the Earth. In Psalm 96:1-3, the psalmist writes, Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.


God calls us to share his story with people. That call requires that we be in the world in order that we have opportunities to witness. That's why the church needs to be a sending place for Christians.

God Bless U !!!

FRIENDSHIP TEST

FRIENDSHIP TEST

 

                                                          Roses for a Special Person.

You are receiving these roses because you are a special person! Each rose symbolizes a special wish from me to you.

                                                            One Rose for Long Friendship.

                                                            One Rose for Unconditional Love.

                                                                One Rose For Financial Wealth.

                                                             One for Everlasting Happiness.

                                                                      One for Success.

                                                                      One for Knowledge.

                                                                One for Beauty, inner and outer. 

                                                                        One for Family. 

                                                                           One for Honesty. 

                                                           And the last one for a long and healthy life.

I don't know what tomorrow holds, but I know who holds tomorrow.

I don't know what tomorrow holds, but I know who holds tomorrow.

Obviously, we have no way of knowing what our future will be; however, as Christians, we know the one who knows--God.

We should not worry about the future, because our times are in His hands (Psalm 31:15). In other words, God will give you what you need when you need it.

Therefore, it is no surprise that Jesus repeatedly tells us not to worry: "Do not worry about tomorrow" (Matthew 6:34).

Again, Jesus emphasized that God loves and cares for us, and we therefore should not worry about our life: "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?" (Matthew 6:25-27).

Although you don't know what God has in store for you, be assured that He has a good plan for your life (see Romans 8:28). Because He has such a good plan for you, there is no need to worry about life. Although you don't know what tomorrow holds, you have the opportunity to know the one who holds tomorrow!

Your contribution to salvation is sin and resistance.

Martin Luther was once asked what we contribute to salvation. He famously replied, "Sin and resistance."

Had the Apostle Paul been asked this question, he would have replied with a similar answer. In Romans 3, Paul gives a beautiful explanation of the gospel, beginning with a fatal diagnosis of humanity: There is no one righteous, not even one; there is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one (v. 10-12).

To be clear, it's not that we were born neutral and then became sinners by making sinful choices. Rather, we were born into sin; at birth our very nature was sin. The psalmist laments that he was sinful even before he was born: Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me (Psalm 51:5). In other words, before we did anything, we were sinful because sin is our nature—sinful is who we are.

Being sinful at birth means we are spiritually dead at birth because sin leads to death (Romans 6:23). And dead people cannot make themselves alive. You contributed nothing to your physical birth (you can thank your mother and father for your physical birth!) and you cannot contribute anything to your spiritual birth.

But don't we need to put our faith in Christ in order to be saved? Absolutely! But even faith in Christ is a gift from God. Paul makes this clear in Ephesians 2:8-9: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast. Notice that faith is "not from yourselves, it is the gift of God." And if that weren't clear enough, Paul reinforces his point by saying that your salvation is "not by works" (i.e., not by anything you accomplished) because if it were then you could boast. But, since God does everything to bring about your salvation, you cannot boast (c.f. Romans 3:27).

You were dead, but God made you alive. He saved you. The only thing you contributed was sin and resistance.