All Things Possible Through Him

As for me, I said, “O Lord, be gracious to me; heal me, for I have sinned against you!” Psalm 41:4

I am the runaway, the one who knew better than my parents, the one who went to church and forsake all I heard, the one who looked for something to believe in through earthly pleasures, the one who wonders if I can return home.

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The Living Word says: So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. 2 Timothy 2:22

I am the one who knows the way to righteousness and condemns those who don’t, the one who knows everything and judges everyone, the one above the rest, the one above the law, the one above all Holy teaching, the one who will buy my way to Heaven or work my way through my actions but not my heart.

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The Living Word Says: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. John 1:8; “Judge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and you will be forgiven” Luke 6:37

I am the one who believes the social media, the one who wants to try it all, the one who listens to false teachings, the one who watches sinful behavior, the one who questions the body I am in, the one who believes the words of evil, the one who thinks I know more than God, the one who feels sadness because no one accepts me, the one who wants to know the way.

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The Living Word Says: For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths 2 Timothy 4: 3-4; And many will follow their sensuality, and because of them the way of truth will be blasphemed. And in their greed they will exploit you with false words. Their condemnation from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep. 2 Peter 2: 2-3; And now why do you wait? Rise and be baptized and wash away your sins, calling on his name Acts 22:16

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I am the one at the end of my years, the one who lived a life of regret, the one in the hospital bed surrounded by machines, the one who will not make it, the one whose days were engulfed in despicable sins, the one crying for You now, the one who wonders if it is too late.

The Living Word Says: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9; For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23; Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:9

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You are the one God is calling, the one who wonders if your sins are too great, the one who regrets the path taken, the one who feels the hurt you caused your family, the one who now understands that God is the God of all and Jesus, His Son, is the Healer and Forgiver; to you God says: Come home.

The Living Word Says: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

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But Jesus called them to him, saying, “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.” Luke 18:16

When we read this Scripture about how Jesus wanted the smallest most innocent humans to come to Him we tend to think He meant only the little ones. We think of toddlers, kindergarteners, and school aged kids. He was telling His disciples in this scene that He wasn’t bothered by the tiny, wiggly squirmy, noisy, busy children who may have likely wanted to hold His hand or crawl up onto His lap. He then told the disciples all people should be like these children in their faith and simply seek and accept His love. Today, I have a different understanding of this verse. It is not just the little ones He calls, but all of us. We are all His children.

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There are many older squirmy, restless children. There are children who are seeking Him yet are unaware of Whom they are seeking. We see this in our culture and in our families of today.

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Many families struggle. Families may be thrown into battle over what their children believe through popular media and cultural outlets. As our youth struggle, their parents, grandparents, and all who care about them, scratch their heads. Some of our youth are following false teachings. Some are listening to evil theology. Some try substances to alter their feelings and understanding. Some are buying into political propaganda that is squarely against the beliefs of our founding fathers who knew this nation was founded under God and with God.

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For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions 2 Timothy 4:3

And Jesus answered them, “See that no one leads you astray. For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray. Matthew 24: 4-5

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Indeed, the very ones, whether child or adult, who follow these culturally popular false teachings are hungry. They are starving for something to believe in that is greater and bigger than their own families, greater than the other adults or institutions in their lives. They look for membership into a group they believe knows “the truth.” They fall in behind others who are encouraging them to break from God, break from Scripture, and break from their families. In some cases, even some parents who want to understand their children begin to accept in these false teachings that say “You are not who God created, you can be anything you want. You can believe what you want. You can do whatever brings you excitement.”

These individuals are attracted to these false beliefs because they are looking for something. They are searching. They are grasping at anything they hear. They are lost.

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To these individuals, God says, “Let the little children come to me…”

For youth who are fighting against their own families, God says, “Let the little children come to me…”

For the ones who ran away from home, God says, “Let the little children come to me…”

For the person sleeping on the sidewalk struggling to know where they are in the haze of drugs, God says, “Let the little children come to me…”

For the person who believes what outsiders are telling them about their own bodies, God says, “Let the little children come to me…”

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“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” Ephesians 4:29

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We are to use our words to give grace to all who hear them. But if you are like me, you are finding it more and more difficult to pick the right words to say when someone voices an opinion vastly different than your own Christian beliefs. As Christians, we know God’s expectations for us: love God, love others, and strive to build relationships with all people both Christians and nonbelievers. Why should we be concerned about those who are nonbelievers? Because we were called to plant seeds and lead others to Christ. And what if nonbelievers around you use hateful speech and profess things you know are wrong or sinful? It happens. It is becoming almost impossible to have conversations with people who have beliefs completely different than your own.

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“When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.” Proverbs 10:19.

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Restrain our lips? Should we simply not talk? When nonbelievers tell us their beliefs, which are outside what we know God wants for our world, what do we say? It does not serve us well to take a “I am more pious than you” attitude. That gets us nowhere. Individuals with erroneous beliefs have likely been misinformed or have had events in their histories which may have shaped or contributed to these misunderstandings. But are we simply to remain silent? How can we speak in the midst of nonbiblical beliefs?

As Christians, we know we should have no other God before us and that God alone created the universe and our purpose in it, including the creation of and purpose for men and women. Do we sit idly by as others tout things we know are simply not true? Do we not respond when others threaten our Christian values and way of life? Do we not act when our families are threatened by the actions of nonbelievers?

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“I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.” Matthew 12: 36-37

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“There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” Proverbs 12: 18

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One example of non-biblical beliefs is when a person is deeply committed to the untrue belief that is acceptable to show young children behaviors which can bring them harm. In this case, is it okay to say, “What you find is acceptable for you or your own children is not acceptable for my children. My child will not participate in this activity.” Yes. This is what God expects of us. He expects us to make it known that we believe in His will and we intend to protect our own families.

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During the time of Isaiah, similar sinful situations existed. Those around Isaiah who were not of the faith found all kinds of sin and evil and engaged in these with recklessness.

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“Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the public squares, and uprightness cannot enter. Truth is lacking, and he who departs from evil makes himself a prey. The Lord saw it, and it displeased him that there was no justice.” Isaiah 59:14-15.

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Unlike those of little faith in the time of Isaiah, let us not turn our backs and allow such godless behaviors to go unnoticed. Let us not displease God by allowing such behaviors to continue with our own children. Let us stand strong and speak for our families and protect our children. Let us kindly make our own opinions heard. Let us chose our words carefully, welcome others, but not quarrel about behaviors. Rather stand firmly on the Rock and speak kind words that express your Christian beliefs.

“As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions.” Romans 14:1

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We know we are to be kind to others, even when we disagree with their intentions, behaviors, and beliefs. Our job is not to judge others for their behavior but to speak kindly, demonstrate Christianity by our actions, and protect our own families. Join the movement to pray often for our families and most especially our children. Speak kindly but stand strong in your faith. Stand with God.

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