These days it is hard to find “good news.” Most days, the headlines are negative, and tremendous efforts are being made to convince us to think the presenter’s thoughts. Despite all of the negative news, there is still some good news.
The good news is the “Gospel of Jesus Christ.” He came to this earth to die for us. His life was not taken from Him. He laid His life down so that I could be grafted into the family of God. He allowed His blood to be shed to cover my sins. Adding to that good news was His promise that He would “never leave me or forsake me.” I would never be alone again, not in my despairing moments, nor my joyful, triumphant times. His presence would permeate my life.
A simple surrender to Him was all it took. It took an acknowledgment that my way was not the best way. It took a decision to yield to doing things His way. How easy is that? It’s free, it’s life-changing, and it lasts for eternity.
Isn’t that good news?
John 10:9-11 (ERV) 9 I am the gate. Whoever enters through me will be saved. They will be able to come in and go out. They will find everything they need. 10 A thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy. But I came to give life-life that is full and good. 11 “I am the good shepherd, and the good shepherd gives his life for the sheep.
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