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Be Ready

BY PASTOR ROBERT JEWETT

Pastor Robert Jewett Word of Truth Community ChurchThe Bible is very clear that we need to “be ready” for Jesus’ return, as there will be no time upon His arrival to “get ready” (Matthew 24:37-39, 25:31-46). Upon His arrival, those who are living in obedience to Him will receive eternal life, but those who are living a life of disobedience to Him will receive his wrath and fury (John 3:36, Romans 2:6-8). We also know that he is coming at an hour that we do not expect, like a thief in the night (1 Thessalonians 5:2, 2 Peter 3:10). Thus, his coming could be at any time, so it is paramount that we know what it means to “be ready”.

The foundation to being ready is that we have repented from our sins and have placed our faith in Jesus as Savior and Lord (Mark 1:15, Acts 2:38, Romans 10:9-10). Once we have done that, we must understand that we are no longer darkness, but are now light in the Lord.  So we must begin to walk as children of light (Ephesians 5:8). The Bible gives much practical instruction on what it looks like to be walking in the light.

Please consider joining us as we continue to study through the book of Romans and looking at this practical instruction. For more information about Word of Truth Community Church, visit http://www.wordoftruthcc.com.

 

Compassion Of Christ

BY PASTOR ROBERT JEWETT

Pastor Robert Jewett Word of Truth Community ChurchAlthough Jesus’ entire ministry was focused on reconciling a lost world to himself (2 Corinthians 5:18-19), he could not help but have compassion on the lost and hurting. Large crowds would gather to see him work miracles, but many would reject him as Messiah. This could not, however, prevent him from showing compassion on them. Even to the point of death, hanging on a cross looking down upon those desiring his death, he prayed, “Father forgive them, for they know not what they do,” (Luke 23:34).

Over and over again we see Jesus having compassion for the people. He had compassion on those who were full of internal turmoil and hopelessness (Matthew 9:36), and upon those who were sick (Matthew 14:14). He had compassion on the widow who lost her only son (Luke 7:11-15), and upon those who were hungry (Matthew 15:32). He also has compassion on you today in your circumstances.

Sometimes we try to ignore the fact that we are messed up and in need. Instead of humbling ourselves, we puff ourselves up and miss the amazing compassion that Christ has for us. Turn to Christ today and receive his love and compassion!

Word of Truth Community Church meets Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 7 p.m.; 850 East Parkridge Avenue, Suite 110, Corona 92879. For more information call (909) 235-WORD, or visit their website at http://www.wordoftruthcc.com.

Pastor’s Corner: That You May Live

Pastor Robert Jewett Word of Truth Community Church

By Pastor Robert Jewett

“And they stripped [Jesus] and put a scarlet robe on him, and twisting together a crown of thorns, they put it on his head and put a reed in his right hand. And kneeling before him, they mocked him, saying, ‘Hail, King of the Jews!’ And they spit on him and took the reed and struck him on the head. And when they had mocked him, they stripped him of the robe and put his own clothes on him and led him away to crucify him,” (Matthew 27:28–31).

 

Were you able to read these verses without any troubles? If so, read these verses again…but this time, slow down and consider the magnitude of what is happening. We should never become calloused to the things Christ endured out of obedience to the Father and compassion for the lost. Just because eternal life is a free gift, we must never think that it was cheap. For our sake, Jesus was mocked, ridiculed, disrespected, humiliated, and murdered.

 

Dear friend, it is time once again to be reminded of all that Christ endured on your behalf. He not only endured brutal and humiliating treatment for you, He gave his very life so that you may live.

 

For more information about Word of Truth Community Church, visit http://www.wordoftruthcc.com.