FEBRUARY 18, 2012
BEWARE THE HYPE
How sad that sinning religion is being paraded before the world as Christianity. If there is one thing you learn from the way funerals are preached, no one goes to hell. The truth is, no one needs to go to hell, but the life of sin terminates in hell. Turn, trust and follow Jesus.
Sinning religion gives a pass to sinners, to sin.
The preacher cannot preach a sinner into heaven or a saint into hell, and he should not try. The funeral is an opportunity to encourage the family and show them the only way to heaven is a living faith in Jesus Christ.
I wrote this in response to the hype surrounding the death and funeral of Whitney Houston. Miss Houston had been raised in the church, which gave rise to everyone at her funeral speaking as if she was now singing in heaven's choir. I don't know the spiritual condition of Miss Houston at the moment of her death, so I do not know her eternal destiny. However, she lived her life in resistance to the Lordship of Christ and her life became a sad story of abuse and addiction. In other words, she was not a Christian during her life and therefore did not have the promise of eternal life.
Just today (March 4th, 2012) I was reading a post by my son, recollecting what John Lennon had said in 1966, concerning the Beatles being more popular than Jesus Christ. David went on to point out that a billion people will gather today (2012) to worship Christ, but John Lennon is still dead, having been killed by one of his fans. David pointed out that Lennon does not have to imagine what waits beyond the grave.
Someone responded to David's post by saying J. Lennon did not say he was better or superior to Christ; Lennon was only making comment on pop culture and religion.
I then said; since J. L. continued to reject Jesus Christ, he actually did think he was better than and superior to Christ.
The person then said she did not know if J. L. loved Christ or not.
This brings me back to this article. Yes, we can tell if a person loves Jesus or not. Jesus said, if you love me you will keep my commandments. Since John Lennon and Whitney Houston lived their lives disobeying Christ, then we can say, they did not love Christ during their lives.
Sinning religion is the enemy of God's truth and man's soul.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
Sunday, March 4, 2012
GET OFF THE FENCE
FEBRUARY 16, 2012
GET OFF THE FENCE
So, I hear people say that the reason they fail to live in holiness, purity, righteousness is because they are "only human," or because, "I use to be a truck driver," or "... in the military," or "I had a rough childhood." Wow, too bad God isn't up to your challenge. Maybe one day God will measure up to the challenge of sinful humanity or truck drivers or military or rough upbringing. Until then, keep glorifying sin and Satan. In the mean time, don't call yourself a Christian, just say you are a Wannabe Christian.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
Pastor David L. Goud
GET OFF THE FENCE
So, I hear people say that the reason they fail to live in holiness, purity, righteousness is because they are "only human," or because, "I use to be a truck driver," or "... in the military," or "I had a rough childhood." Wow, too bad God isn't up to your challenge. Maybe one day God will measure up to the challenge of sinful humanity or truck drivers or military or rough upbringing. Until then, keep glorifying sin and Satan. In the mean time, don't call yourself a Christian, just say you are a Wannabe Christian.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
Pastor David L. Goud
A PREVIEW OF COMING ATTRACTIONS?
FEBRUARY 15, 2012
Let me tell you about something I encountered/experienced recently.
Recently Martha and I visited Jacksonville, N.C. and stayed at a local motel on a Thursday and Friday night. It was a little strange, because the staff on duty was all American (black and white). However, as I was packing the car on Saturday morning I encountered a crowded elevator, filled with men from the Mid-East, speaking Arabic (not to be confused with men from Down East, who have their own dialect). When I stepped into the lobby, it was overflowing with more Arabic speaking Mid-Easterners, mostly male. There was nowhere to sit or even stand in the eating area. I took my luggage to the car, as I wormed my way through the cacophany of men and women wearing Islamic prayer shawls and burkas. Some were even wearing the typical Palestinian, red and white checkered head towel. I put my belongings into the car and wormed my way through Little Gaza.
I gathered the rest of our belongings and escorted Martha to the elevator, where we saw another Mid-Eastern man wearing a jacket with an insignia, saying, Defence Training System. By now the lobby had cleared out and the assembly was in the parking lot, loading onto several vans. While I loaded the car, Martha asked the lady at the desk what was happening.
It was part of a military exercise at Camp Lejeune. These Mid-Easteners were part of a mock city that is used for training our troops.
However, it made me think about the intent of Islam, in wanting to take over the world, by coercion or by bloodbath. It made me think about the Muslim population growth throughout Europe and the future of our own country. It made me realize that the incresing population of people from other countries, who have no concept of freedom and Christian principles, will one day be overshadowed by the strong hand of Islamic intruders who want to overthrow the "Great Devil" of America, and make it Islamic.
No, I am not saying that those men and women in the motel were terrorists. I am saying it gave me an insight as to how it will be one day in our country. Even now we find our own language under fire and our future threatened by a CHANGE in cultural, religious and economic principles. How much more disturbing when the CHANGE comes with force and threat. Nor am I saying that there were no Islamic spies involved in these military games. Why wouldn't they be involved? They can learn our procedures, while we pay them.
Though I greeted some of these people warmly, they responded like I was the intruder.
I love people of other cultures, colors, languages. But it is time to wake up and smell the Coffee Arabica. Trust me, we will not like it when our country becomes Islamic. Just look at the Islamic countries around the world.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
A PREVIEW OF COMING ATTRACTIONS?
Let me tell you about something I encountered/experienced recently.
Recently Martha and I visited Jacksonville, N.C. and stayed at a local motel on a Thursday and Friday night. It was a little strange, because the staff on duty was all American (black and white). However, as I was packing the car on Saturday morning I encountered a crowded elevator, filled with men from the Mid-East, speaking Arabic (not to be confused with men from Down East, who have their own dialect). When I stepped into the lobby, it was overflowing with more Arabic speaking Mid-Easterners, mostly male. There was nowhere to sit or even stand in the eating area. I took my luggage to the car, as I wormed my way through the cacophany of men and women wearing Islamic prayer shawls and burkas. Some were even wearing the typical Palestinian, red and white checkered head towel. I put my belongings into the car and wormed my way through Little Gaza.
I gathered the rest of our belongings and escorted Martha to the elevator, where we saw another Mid-Eastern man wearing a jacket with an insignia, saying, Defence Training System. By now the lobby had cleared out and the assembly was in the parking lot, loading onto several vans. While I loaded the car, Martha asked the lady at the desk what was happening.
It was part of a military exercise at Camp Lejeune. These Mid-Easteners were part of a mock city that is used for training our troops.
However, it made me think about the intent of Islam, in wanting to take over the world, by coercion or by bloodbath. It made me think about the Muslim population growth throughout Europe and the future of our own country. It made me realize that the incresing population of people from other countries, who have no concept of freedom and Christian principles, will one day be overshadowed by the strong hand of Islamic intruders who want to overthrow the "Great Devil" of America, and make it Islamic.
No, I am not saying that those men and women in the motel were terrorists. I am saying it gave me an insight as to how it will be one day in our country. Even now we find our own language under fire and our future threatened by a CHANGE in cultural, religious and economic principles. How much more disturbing when the CHANGE comes with force and threat. Nor am I saying that there were no Islamic spies involved in these military games. Why wouldn't they be involved? They can learn our procedures, while we pay them.
Though I greeted some of these people warmly, they responded like I was the intruder.
I love people of other cultures, colors, languages. But it is time to wake up and smell the Coffee Arabica. Trust me, we will not like it when our country becomes Islamic. Just look at the Islamic countries around the world.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
CAN WE AGREE?
FEBRUARY 15, 2012
Launch Out And Hold Fast,
CAN WE AGREE?
I was thinking about some basic points,
on which most people is our society should agree. I stated these
points succinctly and then quoted a few Bible verses that support
these points. This can be shared with a non-believer, as a tool to
persuade him to believe on Christ.
#1
Most people believe there is a God.
Only a fool would deny God's existence.
Psalms 14:1
(1) ...The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.
#2
Psalms 14:1
(1) ...The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.
#2
Most people would agree that they
have done something bad in their lifetime, which God calls
sin.
Romans 3:23
(23) For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
#3
Romans 3:23
(23) For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
#3
The Bible says we will give account
for our sins.
Romans 14:12
(12) So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
#4
Romans 14:12
(12) So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
#4
But God offers forgiveness of sins
through His Son, Jesus.
John 1:29
(29) The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.
#5
John 1:29
(29) The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.
#5
Since God says that the only way to
be forgiven and to go to heaven is to make Christ the Lord of our
life, then why don't more people get saved?
John 3:36
(36) He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
John 14:6
(6) Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Acts 4:12
(12) Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Romans 10:9-11
(9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
(10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
(11) For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
#1
John 3:36
(36) He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.
John 14:6
(6) Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Acts 4:12
(12) Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
Romans 10:9-11
(9) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.
(10) For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
(11) For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
#1
This brings us back to point number
1.
Psalms 14:1
(1) ...The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.
Psalms 14:1
(1) ...The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.
Launch Out And Hold Fast,
Pastor David L. Gould
THE BUTers
FEBRUARY 12, 2012
THE BUTers
CONVERSATION
CONVERSATION
I have a Christian friend who recently
told me that he agrees that I preach what the Bible says about God's
call to living victoriously over sin and temptation, "BUT,"
he said to me, "you set the bar too high."
I pointed out that I don't set the bar at all, God set the bar and I simply point to it.
He said very few people can live up to it.
I said no one can live up to it, until they let Christ infill and empower them, then anyone can live up to it.
He acquiesced, then he brought up another baseless "BUT."
I pointed out that I don't set the bar at all, God set the bar and I simply point to it.
He said very few people can live up to it.
I said no one can live up to it, until they let Christ infill and empower them, then anyone can live up to it.
He acquiesced, then he brought up another baseless "BUT."
He belongs to a group I call the
"BUTers."
NO IFS, ANDS OR BUTS ABOUT IT
NO IFS, ANDS OR BUTS ABOUT IT
Ephesians 1:4
(4) According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love:
1 Thessalonians 4:7-8
(7) For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.
(8) He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit.
Hebrews 12:14
(14) Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
Hebrews 13:20-21
(20) Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant,
(21) Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
1 Peter 1:14-16
(14) As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance:
(15) But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;
(16) Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.
1 Peter 2:21-22
(21) For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:
(22) Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:
DO NOT BE A BUT-er
Proverbs 1:7
(7) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
BE CAREFUL not to BUT your way into defeat and hell. The word, "BUT," is a conjunction, which is often used to introduce an exception or alternative. "BUT" is used in the Bible, 1- To turn from the negative to the positive, 2- To turn from the positive to the negative.
1- From Negative to Positive
Ephesians 2:2-7 (the alternative begins in vs. 4).
(2) Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:
(4) According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love:
1 Thessalonians 4:7-8
(7) For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.
(8) He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit.
Hebrews 12:14
(14) Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
Hebrews 13:20-21
(20) Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant,
(21) Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
1 Peter 1:14-16
(14) As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance:
(15) But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;
(16) Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.
1 Peter 2:21-22
(21) For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:
(22) Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:
DO NOT BE A BUT-er
Proverbs 1:7
(7) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
BE CAREFUL not to BUT your way into defeat and hell. The word, "BUT," is a conjunction, which is often used to introduce an exception or alternative. "BUT" is used in the Bible, 1- To turn from the negative to the positive, 2- To turn from the positive to the negative.
1- From Negative to Positive
Ephesians 2:2-7 (the alternative begins in vs. 4).
(2) Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:
(3)
Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the
lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the
mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others.
(4) But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,
(5) Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)
(6) And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
(7) That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.
2- From Positive to Negative
Proverbs 1:7
(7) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
When people deny, refute, reject the promises and directives of God, they often start their argument with a "BUT." To "BUT" out of God's revelation is to "BUT" into defeat and ultimately into hell.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
(4) But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,
(5) Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)
(6) And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus:
(7) That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.
2- From Positive to Negative
Proverbs 1:7
(7) The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
When people deny, refute, reject the promises and directives of God, they often start their argument with a "BUT." To "BUT" out of God's revelation is to "BUT" into defeat and ultimately into hell.
Upward and Onward in Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
NO MORE, NO LESS
FEBRUARY 7, 2012
NO MORE, NO LESS
Don't argue, just trust and obey. God calls us to Biblical perfection. It does not mean any less than God intends and it does not mean any more than God intends.
Gen 17:1 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.
This is grace being demonstrated through self denial.
Upward And Onward In Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
NO MORE, NO LESS
Don't argue, just trust and obey. God calls us to Biblical perfection. It does not mean any less than God intends and it does not mean any more than God intends.
Gen 17:1 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.
This is grace being demonstrated through self denial.
Upward And Onward In Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
THANK YOU FOR BEING KIND
FEBRUARY 8, 2012
THANK YOU FOR BEING KIND
Sometimes I make errors in my online postings. I appreciate those who don't get all bent out of shape when this happens and I addressed the subject on my FaceBook page. That is not really the purpose of this article today. Actually, it was the verses that I attached to my post that I wanted to share with you, since the truths are applicable in so many different situations. First I will give you the FB post and then I will give you the verses.
FB POST
I want to thank my friends for looking beyond the mistakes and typos in my posts and seeing the meaning and message of my posts. Though your kindness seems to be a small thing, it is an indicator of a greater truth. Here are some verses that are well worth our meditation. I hope you enjoy.
(I added) I noticed something about the verses in my comment. Each verse can be read alone and still have great influence. In context they are more powerful, but if a person only read and applied one verse per day or even per week, that person's life would be lifted to a higher level. Remember, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." These verses can ignite and stir faith, they can transform and direct our thinking, our lives, our relationships. If these verses take possession of our hearts, we will be controlled, guided, empowered by the love of God.
(see comment below).
VERSES...
Romans 12:10
(10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Ephesians 4:31-32
(31) Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:
(32) And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Philippians 2:2-5
(2) Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
(3) Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
(4) Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
(5) Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
Colossians 3:12-17
(12) Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
(13) Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.
(14) And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.
(15) And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.
(16) Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
(17) And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
1 Peter 3:8-12
(8) Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
(9) Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
(10) For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:
(11) Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
(12) For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.
2 Peter 1:5-11
(5) And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;
(6) And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness;
(7) And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity.
(8) For if these things be in you, and abound, they make you that ye shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
(9) But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins.
(10) Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:
(11) For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Upward And Onward In Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
THANK YOU FOR BEING KIND
Sometimes I make errors in my online postings. I appreciate those who don't get all bent out of shape when this happens and I addressed the subject on my FaceBook page. That is not really the purpose of this article today. Actually, it was the verses that I attached to my post that I wanted to share with you, since the truths are applicable in so many different situations. First I will give you the FB post and then I will give you the verses.
FB POST
I want to thank my friends for looking beyond the mistakes and typos in my posts and seeing the meaning and message of my posts. Though your kindness seems to be a small thing, it is an indicator of a greater truth. Here are some verses that are well worth our meditation. I hope you enjoy.
(I added) I noticed something about the verses in my comment. Each verse can be read alone and still have great influence. In context they are more powerful, but if a person only read and applied one verse per day or even per week, that person's life would be lifted to a higher level. Remember, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." These verses can ignite and stir faith, they can transform and direct our thinking, our lives, our relationships. If these verses take possession of our hearts, we will be controlled, guided, empowered by the love of God.
(see comment below).
VERSES...
Romans 12:10
(10) Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Ephesians 4:31-32
(31) Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:
(32) And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Philippians 2:2-5
(2) Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
(3) Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
(4) Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
(5) Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
Colossians 3:12-17
(12) Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
(13) Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.
(14) And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.
(15) And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.
(16) Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
(17) And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
1 Peter 3:8-12
(8) Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
(9) Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
(10) For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile:
(11) Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
(12) For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil.
2 Peter 1:5-11
(5) And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;
(6) And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness;
(7) And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity.
(8) For if these things be in you, and abound, they make you that ye shall neither be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
(9) But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins.
(10) Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:
(11) For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Upward And Onward In Jesus,
Pastor David L. Gould
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