Give Jesus Another Try!

"Believing is accepting as a fact and making a commitment of your own future to the promises of God to save you -- simply by believing in Christ."  - John F. Walvoord

Not everyone likes the same things. Our differences, or preferences are what make us stand out as individuals. Many of us have tried new or different things, and then decided that for whatever reason it is just wasn't our cup of tea. That's okay. I've done that, too.

But, there are some things in life that are worth reconsidering. For example, visiting a dentist, or having a complete medical exam even though it's been years since you did either. Still, as important as these are, there is something else far more valuable worth taking a second look at.

That something else is knowing Jesus Christ! Don't worry, I'm not going to debate, argue with, or shame anyone here. I merely want to ask those of you who have never tried, or who have tried knowing Jesus in the past, but are no longer doing so, to take another look at what He has to offer you. 

You see, Jesus' offer of salvation is always on the table! It doesn't matter if you've never tried, or have tried a hundred times to accept him and have walked away, He always welcomes you back! That's correct, always. I ask, "Who, or what would extend that kind of invitation?" Only Jesus Christ can!

As an added bonus to His offer, he graciously includes His promise with it! Think about it. A promised offer of salvation? Go ahead and look around. You'll probably be searching a long time, but you will not find one anywhere. Period! It's definitely an exclusive offer as there ever was.

"Is it free?" Yes, you can't buy it, earn, trade or haggle for it. You just have to believe or have faith in Him. By the way, how strong is your faith? Are you willing to believe in something you cannot see, hear, taste, touch or feel? Keep in mind though, these are "human" senses which, like humans, are not perfect.

The Bible doesn't pull any punches in this regard. It tells us in Hebrews 11:1 that faith is “being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” No doubt, faith is a hard concept to accept. But, without faith we have no place with God, nor can we please Him (Hebrews 11:6).

Our belief in the one, true God is crucial to His offer. Realistically, not everyone is going to follow through with His offer. Some will laugh at it, shrug it off, or just tune it out because they cannot see. I'm not talking about seeing with their imperfect eyes, but with their hearts and minds (2 Corinthians 3:14. 4:4; Ephesians 4:18).

Perhaps the reason so many struggle with this is that they really don't know the God in whom we claim to have faith. Basically, God is a stranger to us unless we believe what He has said in His Word. Only by spending good, quality time with God will you get to know Him.

It will definitely take some effort on your part. There's no other way around this. But, isn't eternal salvation worth taking another look at Jesus' promise? I sincerely hope you do...

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:9; Titus 3:5; Romans 5:10; Ephesians 1:7; Romans 1:16

Prayer: Dear Lord, may my faith be full and unreserved, and touch all of my thoughts, especially in my relationship with You. Amen

Have a blessed Monday!

Hailey