The Ticket

I believe this piece will be a blessing to you just it has been to me. It helps us know more about our priorities as pilgrims and aliens in this world. We must ask ourselves always: ’Do I Possess a Ticket’; well, which ticket are we talking about? Well you’ll know as you read this piece, good luck and God bless you.

A certain man and his two sons in Tennessee had been looking forward to going to aBaseball game for a long time. The Dodgers were coming to Atlanta, Georgia to playthe Braves, and this man and his sons were going to be there. They drove most of Saturday to be in Atlanta to see their favorite two teams play. They rushed to check into a motel. In a hurry they made it to the game just before the first ball was pitched. The problem was, when the umpire called, "play ball" they were still standing in line outside. But that really did not bother them. They knew that there were going to be nine full innings. What they did not know was that all the seats were filling up even as they stood outside. In fact, just before they came to the ticket window, the sales person put up a sign: "Sorry, no more tickets. Sell out."

They could not believe their eyes. The Braves never sold out. This man and his sons had traveled most of the day to get there. This was supposed to be the "highlight" of their vacation. The man rushed to the window. He pleaded for three tickets. But all the lady at the window could say was, "I am sorry. We are sold out." When he tried to explain to the lady how important the game was to him and to his two sons and how far they had driven to be there, the lady said, "Remember, if you want to be assured of a ticket to an important game, you need to make sure you have a ticket ahead of time."

The man knew she was right. There are some events in life that are so important to us that we should make sure we have whatever it takes to get in.

Jesus told three parables about having the proper tickets: One was about some maidens who were not allowed to attend a wedding party, because they had neglected to prepare their lamps with oil (Matthew 25:1-12). Lighted lamps were their tickets.

Another guest was put out of a wedding party, because he had either refused or

neglected to wear the wedding garment that was furnished him when he came to the

party (Matthew 22:11-14). That special garment was his ticket. Then Jesus told of a group of people who refused to come to their king's party, because they had other priorities (Luke 14:15-24). Those who did not value the "ticket" or the invitation they had received never enjoyed the blessing of feasting with the Lord.

So therefore friends, the ticket being talked about in the article as you might have learnt is the Salvation of our souls. Are you in Christ? Keep your ticket to His kingdom and guard it seriously and if you are not saved: you remember the lady in the story told the man that he should have secured a ticket before the game for him to have watched it, secure your ticket in Christ today so that you may live with Him eternally in Heaven-may God help us make Heaven.

Give Him your heart today-say this if you wish to give your heart to Him today; Lord Jesus I come to you as a sinner and surrender my life to you, please forgive me my sins and cleanse me of all my sins and give me a new heart..Thank you Lord amen.

God bless you all.

Lord Jesus, may I keep your ticket with me always. Amen.

Article culled and paraphrased from: http://www.devotions.net

Alone With God

Hello everyone, I recently read this article which is actually a letter from the LORD to mankind and it blessed me so much, I believe as you read this piece you will know more about God’s love to us. I believe that God desires more from us as His children, to live in Righteousness and Holiness, I believe that as you read through, you would be blessed mightily. One last thing could you please hold a bible close to you, so that you can read the passages listed below.Here goes-

My Child, you don’t have to be clever to please Me. All you have to do is love Me. Just speak to Me as you would to anyone with whom you are very familiar.

Are there people you want to pray for? Mention their names to Me, and ask of Me as much as you like. I am generous and I know all their needs. All I want, is to show My love to them and trust Me to do what I know is best

Tell Me about the needy, the sick and the sinners and if you have lost the friendship or affection of anyone, tell Me about that too. Is there anything you want for your soul? If you like you can write out a long list of all your needs and read it to Me. Tell Me about your pride, faults, self-centeredness, Meanness and laziness. Don’t be ashamed there are many saints in heaven that had the same fault as you, they prayed to Me and little by little, their faults were corrected.

Don’t hesitate to ask Me for blessing for your spirit, soul and body: ask for health, wisdom, success and understanding. I can give everything needed to make your soul holier.

What is it that you want today? Tell Me, for I long to do good to you- Jer. 29:11. What are your plans? Tell Me about them. Is there anyone who maltreated you and failed to do the things expected of them? Tell it all to Me; for I care and want to do all that will benefit you. Don’t you want to do a little good to the souls of your friend who perhaps have forgotten Me or know nothing about Me. Tell Me about your failure and I will show you the cause of them. What are your worries and things you’re anxious about?

Who has caused you pains? Tell me about it add that you will forgive and forget and I will bless you.

Are you afraid of anything? Are you tormented by unbearable fears? Trust yourself to me. I am there, I see everything I will not leave you no matter what.

Have you no joy, tell me about it? Why don’t you share your happiness and success with Me? Tell Me what happened yesterday to cheer and comfort you. Whatever it was; big or small, I want to hear it.

Are you determined to remind your neighbor about My second coming? To take home all that love me for a reward. Well, go along now with your work; be more quiet, more humble and more submissive; and come back soon with a more devoted heart and I shall have more blessing for you.

Remember, all that I have told you My child, do not also forget that I hate sin, but I do not hate the sinner that is why sent My Son to die for you, that through Him you might have eternal life.

Don’t forget that the last days are here and My second coming is at hand so prepare yourself for it, because I want you to be in My kingdom. Remember My word says “Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom” Luke 12:32. I desire to bless you, so speak to Me more.

Bible Passages:1 John 4:10, 1:8-9, Isa. 41:10-13, 1 Thess. 14:11, Rom 8:32, Matt 6:12, Luke 12:22-48

Now that you have this understanding, surrender yourself to God's hand. Be Born Again that you may be accepted to Him.

Pray this prayer:Lord Jesus I come to you today, come into my heart and into my life. I accept you as my Lord and Saviour, Amen.

I hope this post has blessed you tremendously, thank you for reading it, Hope you enjoyed it too, May God Himself keep you in His love and will and may His presence follow you always.Remain Blessed.