We are living in the 21st Century. A time where man has made so many accomplishments. Modern marvels, brilliant inventions, unique devices to aid us all in communication, and education. On the other hand man has also been the culprit as to the condition of our present World. In the United States alone, everyone is in an economic struggle. Weather people have jobs or not, they all have expenses. This of course with out the mention of Health Insurance. Then you take a quick look at whats going on outside of the United States. It`s not pretty! Trouble in the Ukraine, Venezuela? I guess we can give it a pretty name like" a Cival War". Relations with Mexico, is giving everyone two black eyes. And I guess we won`t even speak about the middle East. It is always difficult to bring up issues that involve pointing out where someone is doing something wrong, or just simply not applying themselves correctly. Man has the inner tendency to react harshly. Their are people that act as if they cannot be told anything, about anything. Well, I guess they`ll just "Google it". Sometimes man forgets. Man forgets that the information put in Google, was placed their by man. People confide and put their trust, in all their elaborate collection of electrical devices. Personally, I think it`s great if one could afford to have all the latest gadgetry. But we can not loose sight on who gave us our intellect. We cannot for a minute begin to think, that we have educated ourselves to the extreme that we can live this life on our own. That all we have to do is work ,make money and pay our way through our future. There was a time on this Earth, where certain people were enslaved. Wearing steel collars around their necks. The form of entertainment in the center of the arenas, were Christians, being forced to fight to the death, or just being put to death by vicious animals. This was around the First Decade, BC. A time where Christians, or followers of God, were tormented and persecuted. Man would cry out and ask God, how long must we endure this? When will you deliver us from this suffering? Then one day God, answered their prayers and sent this world salvation. He sent His Son, in form of a baby. A Child, named Jesus. The Messiah, who delivered a promise that who so ever believe in Him, would not perish. But would have ever lasting life. (John 3:16). All through out history we have seen the consequences of man that chose to follow, and obey God, and those who chose not to. The Old Testament, in our Bibles, carry the History of many examples. What`s most important, is that the opportunity God gave through His Son, Jesus Christ. Is for all mankind, all through this world. Their is no problem, no topic or illness, that God cannot take care of. (Luke 18:27)" The things that are impossible with man, are possible with God". But once again we here this, and continue on our own way. Many have heard this all, yet figure they know whats best. Many have been raised with God loving, Christian Parents. And still go on to venture with their own understanding. Now Christ spoke about "Our understanding". He said not to trust our own understanding. He asked us to renew our minds, and trust in Him with all our might,,,,,then guess what. He will reward you with the desires of your heart. ( Proverbs 3:5). Their are many that pray, truly pray. Some how they claim they are still waiting on God. I know that God, can answer YES, NO or WAIT! But I also know that God loves you, and He dosn`t want to see you going with out for a minute. He dosn`t want His Child in need for anything. Otherwise, why would the 23rd Psalm, say; : The Lord is my Shepard, I SHALL NOT WANT! If you find yourself today, still waiting on God over a question, or a response. Take a moment and think, search yourself, with all sincerity and ask yourself; have I put all my faith in this? Have I invested in my return? You see if you don`t put faith in the bank, you cannot expect to make a with draw. Sometimes God ask you to plant a seed. A seed that will make you the benefactor. Christ said; "What so ever you give up for my sake, I will bless you times 100%" The beauty behind this is that He also meant, in your present lifetime. Let me ask you, Are you in need of a car? Would you like to own your home. Do you need help sending your Child to college? Then open your eyes, ask Christ to be Lord, and Savior of your life, turn from your self, Put your Faith in God. He will get you that car. He will put you in a Home. Someone will come forward and pay for that tuition. God is in the business of people, places and things. Just serve Him diligently, and be not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ. May God bless you. Love always, Irving Serrano Sr.
