Do You Know My Friend?

I had a conversation the other day with someone that I had always felt was not a Christian.  I know it is not my place to judge that.  I do.  I also know that we are to live our lives as The Bible tells us to so that others may see God within us.  We may be the only Bible some people read and so it is up to us to be sure and live our lives in a way that is pleasing to God and can share His love and truths with others.  Anyway, back to the point.  This person and I had a conversation.  As I was driving home I remember thinking about how nice that was to see that she believed in God.  I really respect this lady and think a lot of her so of course I want her to follow truth.  It quietly and quickly came to my realization that a lot of people believe in God, serve God, live for God, heal in God's name, etc.  The bible tells us this.  Matthew 7:22 says "On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?’"  You see believing in God is not enough.  That is not what will get you to heaven.  John 14:6 says "Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."  If there is no relationship with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ then there is no heaven in our future.  We must know Jesus and trust in Him as our Lord and Savior.  I can't imagine living life without Jesus in it.  My Heavenly Father is the Almighty!  He is powerful and strong and omnipotent.  And I am thankful for His mercy and grace.  And in that, I am thankful for His Son, the Savior, Jesus.  That Jesus is standing in the gap for me.  Without that, I would deserve nothing but hell.  Death.  Romans 6:23 says "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." 

Do you know my friend Jesus?  I sure do hope so.  He is pretty amazing.  He is the best friend I could ever ask for.  He died for me, laid His life down that I might have life.  An abundant life.  And, WOW, has He blessed this poor, pathetic life.  He has given me so many opportunities and so much love!