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Jesus said, "But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. [24] God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth." (The Gospel, John 4:23-24)
Jesus said, "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." (The Gospel, John 8:32) |
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As Christians,
we believe...
There is one God, who is infinitely perfect, who chose to manifest Himself in two beings in order to help mankind understand the existence, and will of God. These beings are Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit who proceeds from God the Father and His Son.
Jesus was true God and true man who came to live in this world to teach us the path to eternal life as foretold in the Jewish scriptures. Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary, and like God, is without sin. Jesus died on the cross for the redemption of mankind so we could witness by his resurrection that he truly was God manifested in the flesh to teach us the path to eternal life.
Jesus now sits at the right hand of God, yet is available to anyone who wishes eternal salvation in the Kingdom of God. This salvation is made known to us through his love by the indwelling presence of his Holy Spirit. We become aware of his love when we accept Jesus into our heart as our Lord and Savior. Jesus is the mediator between God and mankind who cleanses us from sin and purifies our souls so we are made worthy to stand in the presence of God.
The Old and New Testaments were verbally inspired by God through the Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ, and have been protected throughout the ages and are a complete revelation of God's will for the salvation of mankind.
The relationship between God and mankind began when man was created in the image and likeness of God. Mankind fell from the grace of God through disobedience, thereby incurring physical and spiritual death. Mankind is born with a sinful nature and separates himself from God through sin. Eternal salvation into the Kingdom of God can only be obtained through the acceptance of Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.
Salvation is obtained by anyone who sincerely repents for their sins and accepts the love of Jesus into their heart. The indwelling presence of his love and Holy Spirit is how we are born again into eternal life, thus making us worthy to be called the children of God.
It is the will of God that every believer should become filled with the Holy Spirit and sanctified from sin, thus being fully dedicated to the will of God, thereby receiving power for holy living and effective service.
The church of Jesus Christ consists of all those who believe in Jesus Christ and follow his teachings. Jesus is the head of his church and has commissioned his followers to go into the world as a witnesses to his truths, preaching the Gospel of eternal salvation to all who will listen...
I asked God,
and God said, "No."
I asked God to take away my habit. God said, “No. It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.”
I asked God to make my handicapped child whole. God said, “No. His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary.”
I asked God to grant me patience. God said, “No. Patience is a byproduct of tribulations; it isn't granted, it is learned.”
I asked God to give me happiness. God said, “No. I give you blessings; happiness is up to you.”
I asked God to spare me pain. God said, “No. Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares and brings you closer to me.”
I asked God to make my spirit grow. God said, “No. You must grow on your own, but I will prune you to make you fruitful.”
I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life. God said, “No. I will give you life, so that you may enjoy all things.”
I asked God to help me love others, as much as He loves me. God said, "Ah, you finally have the right idea."
Pushing against
the Rock
A man was sleeping one night when suddenly his room was filled with the Spirit of God. A Voice spoke and told the man He had work for him to do.
The Voice led the man outside to an enormous rock that was at the base of the mountain where the man lived. The Voice told the man that he was to push against the rock with all his strength, and while he pushed, the Holy Spirit would keep him company.
This the man did, day after day toiling from sun up to sun down; his shoulders set square against the massive surface of the rock pushing with all his strength. And while he pushed the Holy Spirit spoke with him about Jesus and all his works; and the man was encouraged.
This went on for years until one day the man began to feel that his whole life was being spent in vain. Each night the man returned home sore and worn out. Seeing that the man was beginning to lose his trust in God, Satan decided to enter the man’s mind and began to tell him things like, “You have been pushing against that rock for a long time and it hasn’t budged. Why kill yourself over this? Why not enjoy your life instead? There are many pleasures I can show you if you will only follow me.”
The man began to doubt his work for the Lord. He thought, “Why am I killing myself over this? I’ll never move this rock. I've spent years doing what God has asked me to do and I have yet to move this rock even a half-a-millimeter. This is hopeless!”
Feeling weak and discouraged the man decided to share his frustration with God and prayed, “Lord, I have labored long and hard in Your service putting in all my strength to do what You have asked me to do. Yet, after all this time, I have not budged that rock even a half-a-millimeter. What is wrong? Why am I failing?”
Suddenly, the man heard a loving Voice which said, “My child, when long ago I asked you to serve Me and you accepted, I told you that your task was to push against the rock with all your strength. And now you come to Me with your strength spent thinking you have failed.”
“But is this really so? Look at yourself. Your arms are strong and muscled from constantly pushing; your shoulders, back and legs rippled from years of resistance. And your heart and mind—they are now steady and wise from faithfully learning My teachings from my Son."
"Through tribulation, you have grown much and your abilities now surpass that which you used to have. And yet, what you say is true. You have not moved the rock."
"However, your calling was not to move the rock. Your calling was to be obedient; to push the rock and exercise your faith and trust in My wisdom. This you have done and I am pleased.
"I, my child, will now move the rock."
A Prayer of Thanks…
by Tyrone
Oh God, when I have food, help me remember the hungry;
When I have work, help me remember the jobless;
When I have a warm home, help me remember the homeless;
When I am without pain; help me remember those who suffer.
And in remembering, help me to destroy my complacency, and bestow my compassion.
I welcome the power of the Holy Spirit to help me grow in my faith and love for you so I may have the courage to help, by word and by deed,
those who cry out for what we take for granted.
Amen.
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Recommended Churches
The following Churches and websites are not affiliated with the MSJ ministry, nor may they support all the teachings and views of the MSJ website. However, they are recommended for their teaching of the Gospel and dedication to serving others in the name of Jesus Christ:
If you would like to know more about the origins of the Christian faith and the Church that Jesus established through his apostle, Simon Peter (the first Pope), please visit the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN).
There are many inspiring and knowledgeable books written to help people understand the purpose for living our lives according to the Word of God. The following book is highly recommended for those seeking to understand our true purpose in life, and how living our life in fellowship with Jesus Christ leads us to inner-peace, happiness and eternal life:
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[Please note: The author of this book is not affiliated with
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The website below is a wonderful resource in many languages that explains why Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world:
"Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis provides some excellent insights and evidence to the logical existence of a God who would manifest Himself in different ways in order to teach His Most Precious creation (mankind) about the salvation of their soul:
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A Sinner’s Prayer to accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior
"O God, I am a sinner. I am sorry for my sins. I want to turn away from sin, but I need Jesus and the Holy Spirit to help me. From this moment on, I want to accept Jesus as my Lord and Savior. I want to follow him and serve You in the fellowship of his church. I want to receive the Holy Spirit so my love for You will grow. I need the Holy Spirit to stay with me so I can purify my soul. I ask these things in Your Son's name, Jesus Christ. Amen."
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A Sinner’s Prayer asking Jesus for Forgiveness Help
“Jesus, I have sinned. I’m sorry for my sin. Please cleanse me from my sin... Lord, I do not want to sin again but I am weak. I want to receive your love through the Holy Spirit so my love for you can grow. It is only through your love that I can be free from the demons that lead me back to sin. Being filled with your love, instead of sin, is how I will purify my soul. I ask this in your name, Jesus Christ. Amen."
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A Sinner’s Prayer to rid Ourselves of a Specific Demon
“Jesus, you are my Lord and my Savior. I want to follow you and live my life according to God's authority and not my own, but I am weak. Please help me Jesus. I want to receive your love through the Holy Spirit so I can be strengthened by your love. I want your love to replace the demon of _________ that has a grip on my soul. I want to free my soul from all demons so I can be filled with your love, this is how I will purify my soul. I ask this in your name, Jesus Christ. Amen.”
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2 Timothy, 2:19-3-7
Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity. [20] But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour. [21] If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work. [22] Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart. [23] But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes. [24] And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, [25] In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; [26] And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will. [3:1] This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. [2] For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, [3] Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, [4] Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; [5] Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. [6] For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts, [7] Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. (The New Testament)
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Psalm 23:1-6
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. [2] He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. [3] He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. [4] Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. [5] Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. [6] Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
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Psalm 25:1-22
Unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul. [2] O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. [3] Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: let them be ashamed which transgress without cause. [4] Shew me thy ways, O Lord; teach me thy paths. [5] Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day. [6] Remember, O Lord, thy tender mercies and thy lovingkindnesses; for they have been ever of old. [7] Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: according to thy mercy remember thou me for thy goodness' sake, O Lord. [8] Good and upright is the Lord: therefore will he teach sinners in the way. [9] The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. [10] All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies. [11] For thy name's sake, O Lord, pardon mine iniquity; for it is great. [12] What man is he that feareth the Lord? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose. [13] His soul shall dwell at ease; and his seed shall inherit the earth. [14] The secret of the Lord is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant. [15] Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord; for he shall pluck my feet out of the net. [16] Turn thee unto me, and have mercy upon me; for I am desolate and afflicted. [17] The troubles of my heart are enlarged: O bring thou me out of my distresses. [18] Look upon mine affliction and my pain; and forgive all my sins. [19] Consider mine enemies; for they are many; and they hate me with cruel hatred. [20] O keep my soul, and deliver me: let me not be ashamed; for I put my trust in thee. [21] Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee. [22] Redeem Israel, O God, out of all his troubles.
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Psalm 27:1-14
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? [2] When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. [3] Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident. [4] One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to enquire in his temple. [5] For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. [6] And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me: therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the Lord. [7] Hear, O Lord, when I cry with my voice: have mercy also upon me, and answer me. [8] When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek. [9] Hide not thy face far from me; put not thy servant away in anger: thou hast been my help; leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation. [10] When my father and my mother forsake me, then the Lord will take me up. [11] Teach me thy way, O Lord, and lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies. [12] Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies: for false witnesses are risen up against me, and such as breathe out cruelty. [13] I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. [14] Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.
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