Hi FBC!
Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be set on fire and dissolved, and the heavenly bodies will melt as they burn! But according to His promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. (2 Peter 3:11-13)
This is a great reminder today from Peter that as we near the end of the age, and the coming Day of the Lord, we are to commit ourselves to lives of holiness and godliness. We have the tremendous hope, as believers in Christ, the He will keep His promise. We are waiting for new heavens and a new earth where righteousness dwells – this current earth is not our home! Let’s live with our eyes, minds, and hearts focused on our eternal destiny.
This Sunday I will be preaching on the 7th Trumpet from Revelation 11:15-19. This is a powerful testimony about our God’s dominion over the earth, and it’s also a sobering reminder of the wrath that will be experienced by those who turn their backs on the offer of salvation through Jesus Christ. Please prayerfully read the passage and come Sunday prepared to hear from Him.
This coming weekend is of course Memorial Day weekend. Let’s take time to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. How thankful we are for men and women who have served and are serving our country! Jesus said “Greater love has no man than this, that he would lay down his life for his friends.” Christ is the ultimate example of sacrificing for our freedom. Let’s remember to give Him thanks!
On a personal note, it’s hard for me to believe that today is our son Caleb’s 14th birthday! We are so grateful to God for this young man. He loves the Lord and His Word, and is growing in his faith. If you would, please say a prayer for him today, that he will continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
Waiting for the new heavens and the new earth…
Love From Your Pastor,
Michael