Jesus spoke of the conditions that would prevail on earth immediately preceding his return, saying, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earth-quakes, famines and pestilences in various places…nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. Men will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world…” (Lk 21:10, 25)
But Jesus also promised that to those who seek truth, God reveals his eternal plans and purposes for good. It is his desire for men to believe in him so that none should perish but have everlasting life. When I heard that good news 38 years ago, I placed my trust in Jesus, the Son of God, who died on the Cross for my sins. Although not every problem vanished overnight, my worries and fears were replaced with peace—wonderful peace. You ask how I can believe that God is alive in such a world? It’s simple. He lives in me!
Someone once said, “If you trust Christ, earth will be as close to Hell as you ever get. If you don’t trust Christ, it will be as near to Heaven as you’ll ever be!”
Now that I know the Lord has come to rescue me, I have no reason to despair. Is there a better time than CHRISTMAS to share such wonderful news?
About Me
- Rick Forcier
- Olympia, WA, United States
- Rick Forcier has served as the Executive Director for the Christian Coalition since 1998. He also serves on the board of directors for Daniels' Prayer Ministry, and the Thurston County Jail Ministry. Rick's monthly publication, CULTURE WATCH, targets pastors and elected officials and is widely read by both.