Shall We Fear a Loving God?

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments.” (Ps. 111:10, Pvbs. 1:7, Pvbs. 9:10) “Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is man’s all. For God will bring every work into judgment, Including every secret thing, whether good or evil.”
 
Yes, God is love, and has saved us through Jesus in His abundant mercy and grace. But there is a blatant lack of fear in our world today, and even inside our churches. There is no “reverential” fear anymore. This “I can do what I want” attitude is not only running rampant, but is deadly. That’s cheap grace and is very dangerous. The wrath of God IS coming on the sons of disobedience. Jesus said if we love Him, we will obey His commandments.
 
But aren’t we free in Christ? YES! We are free from the bondage sin has over our lives, but we are not free to continue to live in sin without consequences. Paul asked if we should continue in sin so that grace may abound. And the answer is a resounding “Absolutely not!”, and “God forbid!” (Romans 6)
 
Jesus loves us so much that He gave His own life to save us. But what was His message? “Repent!” “Go, and sin no more.”
 
If you are still struggling in certain areas or sin(s) in your life, ask the Lord to help you through His Holy Spirit to overcome, and He will! He IS the chain-breaker! He IS the way-maker. Remember, we are new creatures in Christ. The new has come, the old has passed away. HALLELUJAH!

Be Happy – Do That!

Pete the catI have discovered a new hero: Pete the Cat. Not having kids, we never watch cartoons at our house so I’d never even heard of the “groovy” feline. Not finding anything worth watching the other night, hubby pulled up an episode and we watched it. The message was so simple, and yet so profound: Find what makes you happy, and do that! (Not in sin of course, but in work, hobbies, talents, etc.) I was reminded of what a mentor said in a writing class I took years ago. “Find what you do, and do it well.” We may have to try several things before we get it, or that thing may change over time or in different seasons of life. Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing – just do you! Whether that means book nerd or world traveler, be that awesomely, creative, unique individual God created you to be. LIVE your life. You only get one, and it is incredibly short. You are the writer of your story. Write it well.

Nothing Hidden!

CCTV monitoring centre in Tower Hamletts London.There is a current uproar about Facebook leaking or outright selling users’ private information. We wonder if all of our activity is being monitored by our Government. Who really knows what information has been tracked? What if I were to tell you that every single thing you have ever done, said, or even thought since birth, has been recorded? Hebrews 4:13 tells us that “there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are naked and open to the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.” Again, “Can anyone hide himself in secret places, so I shall not see him?” says the Lord; (Jer. 23:24) “He who keeps your soul, does He not know it? And will He not render to each man according to his deeds?” (Pvbs. 24:12) After meeting Jesus face to face, the woman at the well exclaimed, “Come, see a Man who told me all things that I ever did. Could this be the Christ?” (John 4:29)

The GOOD news is that while our Heavenly Father knows every secret thought or deed, He loves us anyway! And if we’ve repented and accepted Jesus as our Savior, nothing in our pasts will be used against us. It’s ALL forgiven and under the Blood! THAT’s a King I am not afraid to serve. Praise His Name!

 

Welcome!

Welcome to the new blog site.  I chose the name Son-Seeker because of my love for the beach and being outside in the SUN, but more importantly my love and devotion for the SON of God, my Savior!  The number “24” represents the age I was when I got radically saved, and also the number of hours per day that I seek Him.  I pray that you will find inspiration and hope here…. inspiration from the Word of God, and hope which is in Jesus Christ!  If the Son makes you free, you shall be FREE INDEED!