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TWO WAYS TO LIVE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Psalm 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 4, 2021<\/p>\n\n\n\n

INTRODUCTION:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, good morning! Thanks for being here today \u2014 and what a great day this is! Today is the 4th of July.<\/strong> And it marks our nations 244th birthday. <\/strong>Earlier this week, Pastor Brad (our children\u2019s pastor) sent me a dad joke that asks the question \u2014 WHY AREN\u2019T THEIR ANY KNOCK KNOCK JOKES ABOUT AMERICA? Because Freedom Rings!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, today we celebrate our nation\u2019s declaration that we would be FREE.<\/strong> Free of tyranny<\/strong>, free of oppression<\/strong>, free of exploitation<\/strong>. Free (as a nation) to choose the way we will live<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s this day, which testifies to the world \u2014 that NO ONE IS<\/strong> GOING<\/strong> TO<\/strong> SPEAK<\/strong> FOR<\/strong> US<\/strong>. No one will tell us how we must live or which path we must take. As Americans<\/strong>, we will choose how we live. We will be FREE<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And it\u2019s this idea of choosing our own path in life <\/strong>\u2014 that I want to talk with you about today. Because, there is really only two paths<\/strong> in life \u2014 two ways to live<\/strong>. One is in freedom<\/strong> and the other is in bondage<\/strong>\u2026which leads to destruction<\/strong>.\u00a0But the only REAL way to FREEDOM<\/strong> is through JESUS<\/strong>. And it\u2019s this message that the Bible declares again and again.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know, the Bible<\/strong> is a book made up of 66 distinct books. <\/strong>Each one\u2026standing on it\u2019s one. And yet, collectively \u2014 they one form one larger book. Some have described the Bible<\/strong> as a LIBRARY<\/strong> of books \u2014 but all with one theme\u2026one larger story, pointing us to Jesus<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, when we read the Bible<\/strong> \u2014 we ought to keep our eyes open, always looking for Jesus<\/strong>. So whether we\u2019re reading the Old Testament <\/strong>or the New Testament, <\/strong>everywhere we look we will FIND<\/strong> JESUS<\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve even heard that we ought to read the Bible<\/strong> backwards<\/strong>. Starting with the New Testament <\/strong>and then working our way back. Because, when we start with Jesus<\/strong> \u2014 all things become clear.\u00a0Because, Jesus<\/strong> is the answer to every problem or challenge we face.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t miss this \u2014 Jesus is the main story of every page of the Scripture.<\/strong> This is true with the New Testament<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0 but it\u2019s also true with the Old Testament. <\/strong>Because,\u00a0Jesus is the link <\/strong>that unites every story of the Bible.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More than just a man<\/strong> \u2014 He is the Eternal King of Kings, and the Lord of Lords! <\/strong>And that\u2019s what I want to show you today by looking at one of the oldest and yet, most profound psalms in the Bible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you have your Bible<\/strong>, turn with me to Psalm 2<\/strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This Psalm<\/strong> doesn\u2019t tell us who wrote it, but in Acts 4<\/strong>, the apostles<\/strong> attribute it to King David<\/strong>. This some its quoted 17 to 18<\/strong> times in the New Testament.\u00a0<\/strong>In fact, it\u2019s found in the Gospels<\/strong>, in the book of Acts<\/strong>, in the book of Hebrews<\/strong>, and in the book of Romans<\/strong>. But it\u2019s this great psalm that functions as an introduction to the entire book of Psalms<\/strong>\u2026setting the tone and helping us to recognize God\u2019s great power <\/strong>and the promise of His great son<\/strong>\u2026the Eternal<\/strong> King<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Again, this is Psalm 2<\/strong>, and it\u2019s here that the Psalmist<\/strong> writes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1<\/em><\/strong>Why do the nations conspire\u00a0and the peoples plot in vain? <\/em>2\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>The kings of the earth rise up\u00a0and the rulers band together\u00a0against the Lord and against his anointed, saying, <\/em>3<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u201cLet us break their chains\u00a0and throw off their shackles.\u201d<\/em> 4<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0The One enthroned in heaven laughs;\u00a0the Lord scoffs at them. <\/em>5<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0He rebukes them in his anger\u00a0and terrifies them in his wrath, saying, <\/em>6<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u201cI have installed my king\u00a0on Zion, my holy mountain.\u201d<\/em> 7<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0I will proclaim the Lord\u2019s decree: He said to me, \u201cYou are my son; today I have become your father. <\/em>8<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Ask me,\u00a0and I will make the nations your inheritance,\u00a0the ends of the earth your possession. <\/em>9<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0You will break them with a rod of iron; \u00a0you will dash them to pieces like pottery.\u201d<\/em> 10<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. <\/em>11<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Serve the Lord with fear and celebrate his rule with trembling. <\/em>12<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0Kiss his son, or he will be angry and your way will lead to your destruction, for his wrath can flare up in a moment. <\/em>Blessed are all who take refuge in him.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Psalm 2:1-12 (NIV)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Psalm<\/strong> itself doesn\u2019t identify its author \u2014 but Acts 4<\/strong> attributes it to David<\/strong>. Originally, it was considered a Coronation<\/strong> psalm<\/strong>\u2026one which would have been read during the crowning of the newly appointed kings of Israel<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, David reminds the people of his day that there were only two ways to live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One was to serve the King<\/strong> and the other was to rebel<\/strong>. The first would bring life and freedom \u2014 but the second would be pain, death, and destruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But this Psalm<\/strong> is about more than just earthly<\/strong> kings<\/strong> \u2014 it\u2019s about the King of Kings<\/strong>. It\u2019s a reminder that you can serve God or Rebel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And so, as this Psalm<\/strong> begins \u2014 David<\/strong> examines our tendency to rebel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, here\u2019s the thing \u2014 as David<\/strong> begins, he\u2019s a bit confused. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So he begins with a question \u2014 the WHY<\/strong> question. And it\u2019s this question that sets the tone for this entire psalm. It\u2019s a question of astonishment\u2026as David<\/strong> tries to understand why people would rebel against God<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. WHY WOULD YOU REBEL?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Verse 1-3<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1<\/em><\/strong> Why do the nations conspire and the peoples plot in vain? <\/em>2<\/em><\/strong> The kings of the earth rise up and the rulers band together against the Lord and against his <\/em>anointed<\/em>, saying, <\/em>3<\/em><\/strong> \u201cLet us break their chains and throw off their shackles.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

God<\/strong> sees the kings of the earth,<\/strong> the people of the earth\u2026setting themselves against Him<\/strong> and His Anointed<\/strong>, the Lord Jesus Christ<\/strong>? He sees their vain plotting, shaping this world as they would, breaking the bonds of His control upon their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So the psalmist rightly asks, \u201cWhy do the nations conspire and the peoples plot in vain?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Verses 2-\u00ad\u2010\u20113 <\/strong>give the answer: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2<\/em><\/strong> The kings of the earth rise up and the rulers band together against the Lord and against his <\/em>anointed<\/em>, saying, <\/em>3<\/em><\/strong> \u201cLet us break their chains and throw off their shackles.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This global conspiracy against the Lord God<\/strong>, is really a misguided conspiracy. It\u2019s based on the idea that God is harsh and unjust. That somehow, God will demand what can\u2019t be given \u2014 and will hurt, harm, and hinder all under His rule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that couldn\u2019t be further from the truth\u2026because God (by His very nature is GOOD). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you were here last week, you\u2019ll remember Pastor Luis<\/strong> talking about this. This was the argument that Jesus<\/strong> makes in Luke 17<\/strong>\u2026when it comes to goodness, no one is able to reflect goodness like our God<\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Somehow this world just gets it wrong. And it\u2019s bought into the lie of the enemy \u2014 that says God is evil,<\/strong> and what\u2019s evil is good! <\/strong>But that\u2019s such backwards thinking! Because God is good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But\u2026The real issue is not that God is good<\/strong> \u2014 but rather that God is Holy. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, when we consider who God is, it is this issue of His<\/strong> holiness<\/strong> that is often one of the must difficult things to understand. God is HOLY. HE IS RIGHTEOUS \u2014 WITHOUT SIN\u2026OR FAULT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It reminds me of when I was a boy. Because, back in those days \u2014 we used to watch TV<\/strong> by turning-in to a station as it was broadcast from a large transmitter or satellite. The way it worked, was that our TV<\/strong> \u2014 which was connected to an<\/strong> antenna<\/strong> \u2014 would be held high and positioned towards the satellite<\/strong> transmitter<\/strong>. When it was done correctly, the antenna would catch the signal and then transform that signal into a clear picture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And all was good if the antenna was in the right position, but if it was out of position, then so was our picture. And it would be blurry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s the thing \u2014 since nearly the beginning of time (because of Adam\u2019s Sin<\/strong> back in the Garden<\/strong> of Eden<\/strong>), our ability to pick up the \u201cGod\u2019s signal\u201d and see things clearly <\/strong>has been greatly disturbed. And of all the things about God<\/strong> that are hard for us to see, one of the toughest is His Holiness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And that\u2019s because His Holiness<\/strong> makes us uncomfortable. Because it reminds us of our sin. It reminds us that God isn\u2019t like us\u2026he\u2019s not tainted with sin. We are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And our sin<\/strong> is really our compulsion to reverse God\u2019s order.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His order<\/strong> is: Love God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. And then love others as ourselves. And then \u2014 we come last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But our sin problem<\/strong> leads us to: put ourselves first, and then maybe love others, and if there\u2019s any room left in our lives\u2026we might look to God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And so, it\u2019s His holiness \u2014<\/strong> That becomes our issue with Him. Because we want him to become like us \u2014 not us like Him. But, God does not conform to our standard \u2014 HE IS THE STANDARD!<\/strong> And, He demands that we conform to Him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And this is the problem that our world has with God<\/strong>. Because, rather than conform<\/strong> \u2014 humanity would rather rebel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But this makes no sense to David<\/strong> \u2014 because He knows God to be good! <\/strong>And God\u2019s holiness draws Him in (it doesn\u2019t push Him away). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But as He writes, He gives us God\u2019s response to Humanity\u2019s rebellion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. WHAT IS GOD\u2019S RESPONSE?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, notice that contrast of moods<\/strong> between heaven<\/strong> and earth<\/strong>. On earth, the nations are filled with people who are conspire and plotting and scheming against God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But in verse 4 <\/strong>\u2014 David<\/strong> says, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord scoffs at them. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

God\u2019s not bothered by the plans of the ungodly to unseat him. He\u2019s not caught by surprise or tricked by the deception and schemes of humanity. While nations and people  rise up against Him \u2014 He simply laughs!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NOT BECAUSE HE THINKS IT\u2019S FUNNY,<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BUT BECAUSE HE KNOWS IT\u2019S FUTILE! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He laughs because, while rebellion may be our reality <\/strong>\u2014 it\u2019s also vanity! It\u2019s pointless. It\u2019s destined to fail. Because no matter how much the world may try, they\u2019ll never be successful at dethroning God!<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the world plots \u2014 God sits!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lord\u2019s not pacing the floor in anxiety<\/strong>. He\u2019s simply sitting on the throne \u2014 in the heavens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This doesn\u2019t mean the Lord<\/strong> is distant or uncaring. To the contrary, He\u2019s very much concerned and involved in the redemption of humanity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While we were plotting to TAKE HIM DOWN<\/strong> \u2014 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He was preparing to LIFT US UP! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And that\u2019s what He\u2019s doing in verse 6, <\/strong>where God<\/strong> says,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 \u201cI have installed <\/em>my king <\/em><\/strong>on Zion, my holy mountain.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notice the tension. While the kings of the earth <\/strong>may set themselves up against the Lord \u2014 He responds by setting His King up FOR THE PEOPLE of this world. God raises up His King (the King of Kings) to bring peace<\/strong> and hope<\/strong> and restoration<\/strong> to the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget, this was a Psalm of David<\/strong> \u2014 written nearly 1000 years before Jesus was born. And yet, God was making it clear \u2014 while the people of the earth may reject God \u2014 God had chosen them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So much so \u2014 that He had already appointed Jesus as the great SAVIOR of the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it hadn\u2019t taken place yet (in time)\u2026it had already been ordained in Heaven. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And this leads us to the PATH OF HOPE!<\/strong> So\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. WHERE IS HOPE FOUND?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, it\u2019s not found in our own plans or ideas or plots or schemes. All of that leads us to destruction. But true hope in this life (and the one to come) is found in Jesus<\/strong>\u2026in God\u2019s only Son<\/strong>. Just listen to the words of verse 7<\/strong>. The psalmist says,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7<\/em><\/strong> I will proclaim the Lord\u2019s decree: He said to me, \u201cYou are my son; today I have become your father.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These words stand out from the rest. These are words of HOPE<\/strong>\u2026and they point to Jesus<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I find it interesting that in both the book of Acts<\/strong> and the book of Hebrews<\/strong>, we find this verse quoted again. Only, they aren\u2019t describing an earthly king \u2014 they are describing Jesus<\/strong> as the Son of God <\/strong>who reigns on High. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember what I said at the beginning of this message?\u00a0Jesus can be found on every page of the Bible. <\/strong>He\u2019s everywhere\u2026because, Jesus is the link <\/strong>that unites the Bible together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christ<\/strong> appears in every book of the Bible<\/strong>, sometimes in words, sometimes in shadow, sometimes in prophecy. As Jesus<\/strong> revealed to the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, He can be found<\/strong> “in all the Scriptures<\/strong>” (Luke 24:27).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It reminds me of that great song by Arron Jeffery<\/strong> \u2014 HE IS.<\/strong> Which goes through each book of the Bible and identifies how you can find Jesus<\/strong> everywhere. As it says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Genesis<\/strong>, He’s the breath of life<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Exodus<\/strong>, the Passover Lamb<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Leviticus<\/strong>, He’s our (great) High Priest<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Numbers<\/strong>, The fire by night<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deuteronomy<\/strong>, He’s Moses’ voice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Joshua<\/strong>, He is salvation’s choice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2026And on and on the story goes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because He is everywhere. And it\u2019s here in verse 7 t<\/strong>hat we find Jesus<\/strong> in this story, as God<\/strong> says of Him:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7<\/em><\/strong> \u2026\u201cYou are my son; today I have become your father.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the glory of Psalm 2 \u2014 it\u2019s where HOPE is found. <\/strong>Because here God reveals His passion for us all \u2014 even those who would plot against Him. Here He reveals His GRACE<\/strong> in the person of Jes<\/strong>us<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And this leads us to that place of decision. Just like all who have come before us \u2014 God<\/strong> calls us to make up our minds on how we will live. Will we rebel against His Son<\/strong> (the King of Kings<\/strong>) \u2014 or will we surrender to Him?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. HOW WILL YOU RESPOND?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the final verse of Psalm 2, <\/strong>God extends His mercy to us all. But the only way we experience His care \u2014 is by letting go of our selfish pursuits and unconditionally surrender to Him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I know this sounds counter-intuitive, but TRUE FREEDOM <\/strong>is only found in our TOTAL SURRENDER <\/strong>to the King of Kings.<\/strong>   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look again at verse 12<\/strong>, because the message is clear. God<\/strong> requires us to fully submit to Jesus Christ if we want to live FREE.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In verse 12<\/strong>, David<\/strong> tells us,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12 Kiss his son, or he will be angry and <\/em>your way will lead to your destruction<\/em>, for his wrath can flare up in a moment. <\/em>Blessed are all who take refuge in him<\/em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, in our culture \u2014 the phrase \u201ckiss the son\u201d<\/em> doesn\u2019t mean very much.  In fact, it might seem a bit strange. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But in the day in which this Psalm was written \u2014 those words described the physical act of acknowledging a new King. You might think of the picture of someone kneeling before a king\u2014and kissing his ring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To kiss the king was to acknowledge His power, to acknowledge His authority, and His kingdom. But it was also a sign of submission and obedience.\u00a0So to \u201ckiss the son\u201d is a way of acknowledging your embrace of and dependence upon Him. And this makes so much sense \u2014 because in the FINAL<\/strong> thought of this psalm, God<\/strong> offers us a clear<\/strong> invitation<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not an ultimatum<\/strong> \u2014 it\u2019s a genuine invitation<\/strong>. An invitation to find your help, and hope, and FREEDOM<\/strong> in Jesus Christ<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And David puts it like this. He says,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12<\/em><\/strong> \u2026<\/em>Blessed are <\/em>all<\/em><\/strong> who take refuge in him<\/em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t miss this \u2014 He doesn\u2019t say \u2014 Blessed are those who take REFUGE <\/strong>FROM<\/strong> HIM.<\/strong> He says, Blessed are those who take REFUGE IN HIM!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a stark reminder that there will come a time when you need a place of refuge.<\/strong> That\u2019s the bad<\/strong> news<\/strong>. But, the good news<\/strong> is that God<\/strong> is an unfailing refuge for those who would trust IN HIM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It doesn\u2019t mean that all of your troubles will magically end. There will still be battles to fight. But through it all \u2014 God will be with you!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CONCLUSION:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, we end where we began \u2014with the reminder that there\u2019s only TWO WAYS TO LIVE.<\/strong> Live fully surrendered to Jesus<\/strong> (the King of Kings)\u2026or, live in rebellion to Him (suffering now and forever).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, what will it be? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will you KISS THE SON?<\/strong> Will you acknowledge His love<\/strong>, His grace<\/strong>, His power<\/strong>, and His authority<\/strong>? Will you fully submit to serving Him \u2014 NOW & ALWAYS?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If so, then why don\u2019t you pray with me?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everyone here today \u2014 let\u2019s pray and realign our hearts with His. And let\u2019s confess our faith<\/strong> in Jesus<\/strong> \u2014 the promised redeemer, our KING OF KINGS <\/strong>and Lord of Lords!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLOSING PRAYER:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s pray\u2026<\/strong>Heavenly Father, we thank you for not giving up on us even when we had given up on you. Thank you for your grace and mercy and unending forgiveness. Today we pause to recommit our lives to serving you. We know there\u2019s really only <\/em>ONE PATH <\/em><\/strong>worthy of choosing \u2014 and it\u2019s that which finds our refuge in you!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, teach us to trust you more.<\/em> Lead us to discover your goodness at a deeper level.<\/em> Help us understand the beauty of your holiness \u2014 and may we strive to become more like you.<\/em> Guide us down the right path in life\u2026that path of submission to you.<\/em> And honor your Word, and bless us as we take our place in you.<\/em> Go with us now, and let us be a reflection of Jesus\u2026our savior and King.<\/em> And be with us as we celebrate this good day. Bless our meal and all who have prepared it. We pray this in Jesus name. Amen.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And now, just one more thing:<\/strong> If you\u2019re here this morning, and you\u2019ve listened to everything we\u2019ve said toady \u2014 from the worship and testimonies to the message, and through it all, you sense God<\/strong> stirring your heart<\/strong> to trust in Him<\/strong>. To seek Him. To know Him, would you respond by lifting your hand today\u2014 to let me know that your want to know Jesus<\/strong>. (Saying, \u201cI want to be saved today?\u201d)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If that\u2019s you, would you be brave enough to slip your hand up and acknowledge that today<\/strong>? As you do, a ministry team member is going to bring you a card (so that you have a tangible<\/strong> way to respond<\/strong>), to God\u2019s<\/strong> prompting<\/strong> in your life today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes, we are so proud of you! <\/strong>In light of your desire to surrender your life to Jesus<\/strong>, would you pray with me? Maybe you\u2019d say something like this: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heavenly <\/em><\/strong>Father<\/em><\/strong>, I admit that I am a sinner and I\u2019ve chosen my way over yours too often. But all that changes today. Because, I believe in Your Son, Jesus. I believe that He came from Heaven to earth to pay for my sin. I believe He died on the cross, shed His blood, was put in a grave \u2014 and rose again. So, today \u2014 I put my faith in Jesus. <\/em>Forgive me of my sin<\/em><\/strong>. Save me and give me new life in you forever. I pray this in Jesus name, Amen.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you prayed today and made a decision to follow Jesus \u2014 would you let us know?<\/strong> We are so proud of you.<\/strong>This is the greatest decision you\u2019ll ever make.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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