Resource Guide

Do You Believe?

Jesus said, God so loved the world that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life… I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 3:16, 10:10.

God gave people freedom of choice but through the ages humanity has proven it cannot connect with God. For this reason, Jesus Christ demonstrated God's love for all of humanity in his death on the cross. "For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, Christ Jesus."

I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in an eat with him, and he with Me. And, to all who receive Him have the right to become children of God.
Revelation 3:20; John 1:12.

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Benefits of Belief

You are granted forgiveness. 1 John 1:9; Heb 10:7

You become a "child" of God. Luke 15:11

You can consult God 24/7. Gal 4:6

You are comforted in all affliction. 2 Cor 1:4

You are liberated to freedom. Gal 5:1

You are redeemed and blessed through Jesus Christ. Eph 3

You are given eternal life.


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Does Heaven Exist?

Jesus said, Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my father’s house there are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you with me that you also may be where I am. John 14:1-3

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, and He restores my soul. He guides me in oaths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever. Psalm 23


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Sermon on the Mount

Jesus said,

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

Blessed are the pure in hearty, for they will see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:1-10

Who was Jesus?

For there is one God and one mediator between God and man - Christ Jesus, who gave himself - a ransom for all.
1 Tim 2:5

What did Jesus say about Himself?

I am the truth.
I am the way.
I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go out and find good pasture.
I am the bread of life.
I am the Messiah.
No one comes to the Father except through me.
I am the resurrection.
Before Abraham was born, I Am (Ehyeh).
I and the Father are one.
All authority in heaven and earth has been given to me.
I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

What does Holy Scripture say about Jesus?

The Son of God, Jesus is the Savior of the world. John 4:42.

Jesus has a mission for you. Luke 4:16.

Jesus made a sacrifice for you. 1 Pet 2:24.

The power of Jesus will renew and transform you. Acts 4:13; Rom 12:2

Jesus Reigns Forever. Rev 1:4

Jesus is personal--kind, patient, forgiving, loving. His message and command: Love the Lord, love you neighbor, believe.

What is Love?

If I speak in the tongues of men and angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing.

Love is patient, love is kind, and is not jealous, love does not brag and is not arrogant; Is it not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, and it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always endures.

Love never fails… Now three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13.

God is love. 1 John 4:8

Who is God?

ABOUT GOD

God knows all. Matt 10:29

God is ever present. Matt 10:30

God is all powerful. Matt 10:31

God is Holy. Rev. 15:2

God is Loving. 2 Pet. 3:3

God is just. 2 Pet. 3:5

God is personal. Acts 17:22

God is in control. Rom. 11:33

One True God exists. 1 Cor. 8:4

God is love. 1 John 4:8

Finding Answers

If God is for us, who can be against us?...who shall separate us from the love of Christ?...For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:31-39.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5

We can gather our thoughts, but the LORD gives the right answer. Proverbs 16:1

We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps.
Proverbs 16:9.

Problems of Life

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard you heart and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with out weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are-yet was without sin. Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Hebrews 4:15-16

The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliver; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. Psalm 18:2

God is love. 1 John 4:8

Meaning of Life

Everybody is looking for something. Many people feel empty, unfulfilled or lost. Most people seek meaning in life. Does your life have meaning? Do you have a personal relationship with God?

God has shown us a different way in being right in his sight...we are made right in God's sight when we trust in Jesus Christ to take away our sins. And we all can be saved in the same way, no matter who we are or what we have done. For all have sinned; all fall short of God's glorious standard. Yet now God in his gracious kindness declares us not guilty. He has done this through Christ Jesus who has freed us...Romans 3:21-26

When we were utterly helpless, Christ came at just the right time...God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. And since we have been made right in God's sight by the blood of Christ, he will certainly save us from God's judgment. For since we were restored to friendship with God by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be delivered from eternal punishment by His life. So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God - all because of what our Lord Jesus Christ has done for us in making us friends of God.
Romans 5:6-11.

GOD'S PLAN

The Creator of all things loves you. The Bible describes for us how God is creator of all. The Bible describes the pain and disappointment of a fractured relationship between God and man over the course of history, and provides the story of Jesus as the embodiment of a loving God - the singular vehicle for reconciling our transgressions, sorrows, doubts and prayers. God’s plan for you is fully perfected through the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. Romans11:36

God so loved the world that He gave his only son Jesus Christ so that all that believe in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16.

You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we are still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:6-8

Thus says the Lord, Heaven is My throne, and the earth is my footstool… But to this one I will look, to him who is humble and contrite of spirit, and who trembles at my word. Isaiah 66:1

God is love. 1 John 4:8