Mount Zion Baptist Church, Warrior
The most important decisions we make in life are decisions related to our spiritual life. In view of this there are four facts every person should know.
The first fact we should know: The human race stands lost before a holy God. In his letter to the Christians in Rome, Paul wrote, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Rom. 3:23). Notice the inclusive nature of this statement. The little word “all” is used. We have all sinned. Regardless of our family background, where we live and what our station in life may be, we have all sinned.
The second fact we should know: We will all face God in judgment. The writer to the Hebrews wrote in Hebrews 9:27 these words: “And it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment.” Death is the common enemy of the race. Our appointment to meet God is already on His calendar. I am concerned that for many the road to Hell travels along many miles of good intentions. They intend to make peace with God tomorrow, but tomorrow never comes.
The third fact we should know: There is no salvation apart from faith in Jesus Christ. In John 14:6 we read the words of our Lord. Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” Our good deeds do not provide access to the Father. Our family name does not provide access to the Father. The fact we were reared in the church does not provide access to the Father. The only way to the Father and salvation is through faith in Jesus Christ.
The fourth fact we should know: The individual must make his or her personal commitment to Jesus Christ. A family member cannot make your commitment. A friend cannot make your commitment. As you read this column, if you have not received Christ as your Savior, ask Him to come into your heart. Confess your sins and receive Him as your Savior. If you are a Christian share the good news of salvation with someone else. In Romans 10:13 we find a very comforting verse of Scripture. It reads, “For whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
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