The Secret That Shouldn't Be

What is this secret that shouldn't be. What if I told you that you have a debt bigger than your credit cards or mortgage or car payment. It is so large and you continually, hour to hour minute by minute add to it's balance. To paint the picture more clearly, you have absolutely no way of paying this debt off. You can't even slow it's growth. It is larger and grows faster then the national debt of the US. Worse yet, if the account isn't settled before our earthly lives end, the penalty is an eternity separated from God in Hell. What threats have your creditors used against you? Any this severe? Before we can begin to talk about car payments and mortgages and credit cards, we have to come to terms with this monster debt hanging over our heads keeping us in bondage. The bondage is our sin. Not a popular term in our culture. I am not afraid to say it. I am a sinner! Guess what so are you! That's right I said it. You're a sinner. We all are. No matter how much good you do in your life you will never be able to get this account closed out. You are in way over your head.
Now here is the secret that shouldn't be. This debt that we have, can be forgiven. Your account can be stamped "Paid In Full" today! Here is the answer. The ONLY answer! "For God so loved the world that He gave His only son. That who ever believes in Him will not die but, have everlasting life" (John 3:16). It's right there in your Bible. Put your faith in Christ. This is the only safe and secure place to put your trust. IRA's, Careers, People, and yes even Government will let you down. God had a plan from the beginning of time. Heaven demands perfection to gain admittance. NO EXCEPTIONS! Well since we know in our hearts that we have sinned how do we reconcile to God. God, who is just, showed us grace. He sent His son, Jesus, to earth (Remember the real meaning of Christmas). He lived a perfect and sinless life at the end of which He allowed that life to be nailed to the cross. He gave up His life for us (Good Friday, anyone??). But the secret isn't over yet. 3 days after this He rose to life (Easter). This is not metaphorical. It is literal. There were witnesses that saw His body and touch His wounds. When He rose He conquered death and created the way for you and I to be saved from the debt of our sin. I know what you are thinking, "Yeah, that's a good story for the kids but, come on . . . ". Think about this, many of those witnesses who saw him and many more who didn't, have given their own lifes in defense of this story. Who dies for a lie? I am not here to argue this point. That is not my purpose. But before you can hope to be free of whatever financial burden you are carrying you must first come to terms with Jesus Christ. Who is He to you? Truthfully, I pray that if you gain nothing else from our story posted at this blog at least come to grips with Jesus Christ. He was/is God and He did die and rise again for us all. While you might find some of the future posts helpful. What good have I done you if you gain some financial insight from our story yet, lose your soul for all eternity? God is and always will be my source of security in this life and the next. Until you put all your faith and trust there, money will continue to stress you out. Recognize God as the source of everything you have.
If you want to accept Him as your savior simply pray this prayer:
"Lord Jesus, I acknowledge my need for you. You alone can take away my sin debt. I thank you for your sacrifice made for me. I trust you and want you to come into my life. You are my Savior and my God."
If you prayed that prayer congratulations, the largest debt you have ever owed has just been forgiven. Your account is now and forever"Paid in Full" through the sacrifice of Christ! Every sin in your past, present and future is coverd. That is the amazing grace we often sing about but, seldom accept.