Notes for Christians    
Tough Times Ahead       
   
   We have questions. What's happening to our nation, our world? Are we safe and secure? Do we have enough bread and money? Who should we vote for? 

   A pastor says, Christians need to ask the right questions. Such as:
 

What kind of people ought we to be?

   Many questions cannot be answered satisfactorily. Even when an answer comes, the question itself may miss the mark. 

   The day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything in it will be laid bare.  2 Peter 3:10 
 

What kind of people ought we to be?

   In a parable, ten virgins had oil in their lamps. Five had reserves. When the bridegroom delayed, those without refills were shut out, and the groom said, I don't know you.  Matthew 25:1-13

What kind of people ought we to be?

   Empowered by the Holy Spirit. The pastor reminds us to live Godly, holy lives, set apart from the world, unique. Useful to the Savior. Stewards of his gifts.

   We fall and get back up. We look forward to his return - awake, sober minded.
We keep watch. Ready. With reserves. We sustain, pray, edify. 

   With joy.

   

        Jimmy