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August's Devotional...
by Bill Wiese


Over the years, some people have accused me of using scare tactics when I warn about hell.

If preaching hell is using scare tactics, then Jesus is guilty. He preached hell more than anyone else in the Bible.

Warning someone of impending danger is a message of love. What lies ahead in the afterlife for those who haven't repented should scare any rational person. Jude 23 tells us that some will only be saved with fear, pulling them out of the fire. Many people won't be swayed by just telling them, "Jesus loves you."

There is arrogance today toward God and a lack of respect for Him and all authority. Some people must be confronted with the severe reality of hell instead.

Jesus said in Luke 12:4-5a, "I say to you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body, and after that can do no more. But I will warn you whom you shall fear: Fear Him who, after He has killed, has power to cast into hell. Yes, I say to you, fear Him." This is a very clear warning that hell is much worse than being killed, and awaits all those who don't fear God.

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When hurricane Ike hit the Texas coast, the headline of a local newspaper and CNN read, "Certain death to those who do not vacate." You wouldn't say the writers of that article were mean for issuing that statement or that they were using scare tactics. You would be grateful for the warning. In the same way, God is giving us fair warning. You can heed His warnings and live, or ignore them and die.

Should we avoid warning people about the reality of hell because it will scare them? It is their choice to heed the warning.


For more information about Bill Wiese and Soul Choice Ministries, please visit us at soulchoiceministries.org. You can find more of Bill's teachings at: youtube.com/billwiesetv.



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Janet

Thanks, Judy, for posting the great devotional thoughts, and the song by Keith Green.
 I hadn't thought about him in ages, and loved his singing.  Nice continuation of my day.  (Was going to say nice start--but I have already been up almost six hours, so my day started quite a while ago!)

We are so tired of being locked out of church, thinking of finding somewhere else to worship!  Little FB messages just aren't the full meals we need!  Yesterday we drove over to Hugoton and went to church with our Daughter and son in law.  I'm watching The River Church in Tampa Bay, Florida (Dr. Rodney Howard-Browne) every night!  Boy, it is great!  Wish I lived near it!  Bold truth with NO apologies to anyone!  Refreshing!!

We traded our beautiful Lincoln MKZ Hybrid in on a Toyota Rav4 Hybrid the other day.  Now I'm sure regretting it!  Finding several thing about the Rav that I don't like.  That's life, I guess.  Main reason was that Darrel had such trouble getting in and out of the Lincoln.  The SUV is much easier to enter and exit.  Sigh.....

We just got word of the death of a former bro-in-law.  And my eldest sister is in hospital and not doing well.  These things come much closer together the older we get, as we are all aware.

I need to run to town and do a couple little errands, see you later!
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Carol

Loving all the music!

Weather reports a damaging hail is coming this direction.  I had a really early 7:50 AM doctor's appointment.  She is so overworked and has a one year old child too.  She changed a med I take.  Don and I had to search in a drug store for some strong creams for his painful skin condition (not diagnosed).  I have been making oatmeal/warm water  bowls for his arms at least.

Yes, indeed it is not the same as being in church - I am re-reading a pile of books given to me in the last few years.  They are all written by pastors or bible scholars.  Soothing to the spirit. 

Here is a quote from Anne Graham Lotz :
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 "Your Father is waiting to welcome you home..........unconditionally."       Her book is "The Troubled Times Looking Forward with Hope to.... Heaven My Father's House"

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So good to see that we are back up and running!!

Tried to post another song a while back and wasn't able.  So we will try again!


Rebot

Greetings Everyone  I have been on what they call a staycation with hubby. A lot of planning went into our staycation, with hubby in a wheelchair, plus his other health conditions.  Then again anything is possible when you put your mind to it.   Ellie

Janet

Just a quick reply via quick reply this morning.  A dear friend of over 50 years has gone to heaven and her service is at 10:00.  I won't get to paint today as I have an appointment at noon that will take at least two hours.

My precious sister is "winding down."  They couldn't wake her to take her pills last night; it took three family members to get her ready and into bed; she didn't move all night, and they haven't been able to wake her this morning.
I am wishing I were younger and stronger so I could be of help, but I'm not strong enough to lift her, even though she is quite small.  So my job right now is prayer--lots of prayer!  Brother in law is trying desperately to find help with the daily care, not just nursing, and their daughter and granddaughter have to leave Friday.  They live in Minnesota.....God has a plan.  He always does.  We just have to trust Him.

Time to go.....
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Jacqueline

Oh yes, God has a plan...I will happily vouch for that, from my own personal experience...and to also add, it is in His time, not ours..
" there is no such thing as an ending, only a place where you leave the story "
~ Muriel Donnelly

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Rebot

Greetings Janet   You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.  Ellie

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Carol

My 'puter cannot type correctly today.   ^-^

Hurrah!  Don slept an entire 5 hours last night.  It is cooler in the basement and his skin is really hot to the touch so we keep on with meds from the drug store.  The VA hospital is still closed and he did get a call from his doctor or perhaps it was an email  He is exhausted from the pain and it isn't even diagnosed - whatever this cruel health problem is at this time.

Janet:  Sorry for your stress at this time - you are so right.  There is a plan and it isn't easy to "see" the plan at any time. When we look back - it is noticeable. 

I am going to listen to Judy's music now - take care all.


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Carol

Judy:How special the music is - so spot on with what everyone is feeling.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart. 

I picked up groceries this morning and they made a mistake so that is now checked off but I need to pick up medicine too - the pharmacy made a mistake.  These poor people are really working overtime. 

Thanks again for this special song.  I am going to play it for Don right now.   

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Janet and everyone thank you. I try to keep it relevant, and uplifting.  Jesus is returning soon, we need to keep our ears open for the sound of the trumpet, and our lamps lit.  We need to be aware of the signs of the times.... Even so come LORD
Jesus!






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Oldiesmann

Just discovered Jerry Lee Lewis' gospel album... I wonder what Jimmy Swaggart thought of his cousin's rocking rendition of "I'll Fly Away" (Jimmy Swaggart is an American evangelist who has been very outspoken about rock and roll being the devil's music)


Probably my 2nd favorite behind that done by Christian Celtic rock band Flatfoot 56 (think the hymn with bagpipes and your standard English punk sound...).
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Janet

Hello everyone...just a quick note as we are leaving for Nebraska.  My precious sister passed away on Monday, so we are going for her service.  She's joyful, free from all pain, and having a beautiful, happy reunion with so many she knew and loved here on earth.  So I cannot but be happy for Doris!

Our plan is to return home on Saturday; until then, blessings to each of you!
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Rebot

Greetings Janet   We were sorry to read of the passing of your sister Doris. Sending our condolences.  You are in our thoughts and prayers.  Ellie   

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From
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"Therefore being justified by faith we have peace with God, through our Lord Jesus Christ.
By Whom we also have access by faith into this grace, wherein we stand and rejoice in hope of the Glory of God. ROM. 5.

The believers life is a life of faith and hope. We hope for that which we cannot see.. Eternity.. A life with God in Heaven
It is all promised to us in various parts of scripture and especially in John's gospel.. I go to prepare a place for you..Our Lord desires that we be with Him to see His Glory, the Glory which He left behind to come to earth to save us. The first time I took Margit to my homeland of Scotland and she saw the hills, the rivers, the heather covered moors, the pine forests, her first words were " why did you ever leave?"
But that's a long story.
When we get to our true home in Heaven we will understand something of what our Master gave up to come to Earth to redeem us from the slavery of sin!
But " there was no other good enough to pay the price of sin.
Only He could unlock the door of Heaven and let us in."
Glory to God in the Highest..


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Marilyn

Had a great 5 day visit with Gilbert and Sonja. They were vacationing  here and doing some sightseeing up the coast as well. Last night they pitched the tent on our back deck and left for home this morning.
"Good people take care of their animals, but even the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel" Prov. 12:10
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I'm glad you got away Marilyn!

Janet are you home yet? Been praying.

We have rain coming every other day this week!  John and our neighbour Lloyd still have a field of hay to take off, it has been a weird year, for rain.  John has been working on a construction site, driving a water truck, keeping the dust down! A busy year!


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