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One of the criminals who was hanged insulted him, saying, "If you are the Christ, save yourself and us!" But the other answered, and rebuking him said, "Don't you even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? And we indeed justly, for we receive the due reward for our deeds, but this ma...
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Hell on Earth
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He said to them, 'Go into all the world, and preach the gospel to the whole creation.' Mark 16:15 WEB
Jesus spoke these words to the eleven Apostles before He ascended to heaven. There is so much to be said about this, but today we cover 'The Gospel.' The word Gospel means glad tidings, good or joyful news. We are to proclaim the 'good and joyful news' to the whole creation.
The good news: Lord Jesus the King is returning and His kingdom will be established on the earth, just as it is in heaven. He died to take away the sins of the world, and He will take yours away today if you let Him.
The earth will be restored and become the paradise that it was created to be. The wolf and the lamb will graze together (Isaiah 11:6). The lion will eat grass. Children will be able to play with cobras (11:8). There will be no more sickness, pain, or death, no more child abuse, and no one will hurt anyone else.
People today need hope more than ever before. I know from experience that people that have nothing to live for, are not threatened by hell. They feel they are already there. Like an injured animal backed into a corner, more threats are not helping them come out of it. Many are living in their own hell, right here on earth.
What they need is a light in the darkness, a way out. Jesus can give them that and make their life meaningful again. It is not too late. As long as you have breath, there is hope. When you share the good and joyful news with someone, do it lovingly, or not at all.
Prayer: Father please guide me today and help me make the right decisions. Let me see the hurting through Your eyes. Take away my pain and fill my heart with Your love. Speak to me and through me, in the name of Jesus Christ I pray.
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David and Dianna Wyles
This is a dark and broken world. WE need God's light! We need to be God's light in this world! I can't tell you how many times I have held on to just a thread of hope! But that one tiny thread of hope has pulled me through some pretty tough spaces in life! Without people shining light and bringing hope, dispair would surely have taken hold to stay. Jesus is the best news of all! Many times in my dispair God has ministered to me through good people bringing me hope and truth. RHM is one of those places and many people here have been a bright and shining light to raise my hopes and keep me from falling deep into depression. Sure I have depressed moments but I am able to come here for prayer and encouragement. I know certain truths that the devil can not take away from me anymore. I have stronger faith to get me through those tough times and I have so much desire to share God's good news! Now if my desires and my income could go hand in hand! Wouldn't it be grand to get paid to encourage others? God will lead me where he wants me and who knows... maybe it will be my hearts desire somehow and I'll get paid to help others be encouraged somehow :) Thank you Pastor for an uplifting message this morning! Blessings
Pastor's Prayer: Father I thank You for all that You do for me. Forgive me of the things that I have done and said wrong, wash me and I will be clean. Teach me, and I will understand better. I want more of You in my life Lord, in the name of Jesus Christ I pray.
December 15, 2015
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Deleted Member
God will open doors for you, He will make a way out of no way, He will make the impossible, Possible for you, He knows your hearts desire is to reach out and help others and to financially be able to help your family, hold on tighter than ever and look up and see what great things Jesus will bring to you. Love and Hugs my precious friend.
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David and Dianna Wyles
Thank you Tamara! I do believe our Father has good plans for my family's prosperity and happiness. I know he is and will provide for us and I know he will always love us and never leave us so I can't ask for much more to keep me until he opens the doors chosen for me.... Maybe a little more patience but I'm working on that ;)thank you for all your encouragement and support! Love you bunches
December 15, 2015
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Deleted Member
Love you, I feel like you are a very patient person, you just have so much love and care in your heart for others, that is just so amazing. You are a blessing to me and a true inspirtation to my life. Love you so much.
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Schalk de Beer
Amen.
December 15, 2015
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Joan Joseph
Amen. Thank you for the message and the prayer Pastor Todd and I pray that the Lord continue to use you with his word.
December 15, 2015
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Gail Sellu
Amen, Lord help, let me be a blessing to someone today. Let them hear my words of sincerity, love and compassion. Also, help me to know and hear others as they reach out to bless me in your name Jesus I pray! Thank you for another day, for waking me, restoring my health, family, friends, and a way to make a life for myself and my family!
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December 15, 2015
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Mari Kaufmann
Thank you. Amen
December 15, 2015
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Deleted Member
I pray that I can forever stand and be faithful to Jesus and that my life will be a light in the dark world.
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Twila Stierwalt
AMEN!!!, I pray that I will share Jesus Christ to this lost world, through the Holy Spirit. I would just like to share my devotion I read this morning. Romans 8:1, There is now no more condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.
1John 1:9, If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and purify us from ALL unrighteousness.
Too many sincere Christians, facing failures, berate themselves unmercifully and keep asking forgiveness. Each of us should memorize, hang on the mirror, and make forever our own the ringing truth of Romans8:1. Not only does God not condemn us; He even brings blessings from the ashes of our failures. By Gini Andrews
December 15, 2015
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Wesley Paulus
Amen Twila
December 15, 2015
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Carol Pady
Amen! I belong to The Pocket Testament League. When I leave a tip I also leave a Pocket Testiment, (the Gospel of John) . If I reach out to a homeless person, or anyone else I give them one. It's a great way to share the Good News. They are available through their website for a small donation. If you cannot afford to donate, other members pay for you. They have a variety of covers to choose from. These have come in very handy for me, it gives me the ability to share the Gospel without saying anything.
December 15, 2015
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Karen Pasquinelli
Awesome Carol, thanks for sharing that. I will have to check that site out.
December 15, 2015
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Carol Pady
You are very welcome. I posted a link on to Pocket Testament League my profile page.
December 15, 2015
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Julie Schneider
Thank you for this wonderful inspiring devotional!! It really blessed me! Thank you!
December 15, 2015
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Penelope Rhome
amen
December 15, 2015
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Kathy Banfield
Oh how I can relate to today's devotional! For many years, I told my parents the same thing: How could Hell possibly be worse than the life I'm living here on earth?" (I became anorexic when I was 14 and back in those days, no one knew what to do with me so I didn't get proper treatment.) But it's true: Where there is breath, there is hopeThere is no such thing as "hopeless", no matter what Satan tries to convince us!
December 15, 2015
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Matthew Materazzi
Amen and hallelujah
December 15, 2015
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Karen Pasquinelli
Amen! I am so looking forward to Paradise on Earth, when I can pet all the animals and people will love one another instead of hate.
December 15, 2015
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Rosemary Marsh
Amen. Thank you Pastor for the word for today.,and the prayer.Thank you Heavenly Father,for Your unfailing love.That we can put our trust and hope in you. Teach me to keep walking in your light,,and in the way you want me to go,To reach out to others.,and share the good news,so others wil know they can put their hope in you.In Jesus name I pray.
December 15, 2015
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Dorothy Miller
I was really inspired by Pastor Todds words today. Sometimes I go through dark and depressing feelings, especially when it comes to my health, and my struggle to be able to do a lot of things for myself. But when I think about it, I thank God for the privilege of having as much ability to move as I do. I continue to pray that He will bless me with spiritual, physical, and mental healing strengthening my faith, brush away my fears and tears and go on with life.
Thank You
December 15, 2015
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Wesley Paulus
Amen! Thank you JESUS!
December 15, 2015
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Lissy Verghese
Thank you dear Pastor, for the great message!
December 15, 2015
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Ticardo Williams
Amen. Praise God! Thank you! Lord I thank You healing my heart and putting me in position to help others. Use me for Your Glory Today!
December 16, 2015