--Know What You Believe~

--1 Peter 3:13-16~~

--Firstly let's recall an earlier post, 'Jesus called Himself both Son of Man and Son of God.'
The first title emphasized His humanity; the second, His deity. He's the only person in history who was both God and man. Leaving Heaven, He laid aside His divine glory and took upon Himself the robe of humanness (Phil 2:6-7). ~~~

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--KNOW WHAT YOU BELIEVE~~
--1 Peter 3:13-16 (read)

--Though sharing our faith with others is important, doing so isn't always easy. Certain people claim what they believe makes no difference. Some go so far as to deny the existence of truth. Yet our belief system actually matters greatly, as it's the foundation for our character, conduct, and decisions.

For instance, a person who concludes there is no God and no eternity will live for the moment. On the other hand, someone who trust in God and His promise of Heaven will have a totally different lifestyle. Obedience, faith, and responsibility will characterize him as he lives to please his Heavenly Father.

Knowing what we believe is critical--first of all, because our salvation depends on it. In John 8:24, Jesus made a powerful and unequivocal statement about this subject:; "Unless you believe that I am He, you will die in your sins." The Bible is very clear that all people have sinned and in their natural state are separated from God (Romans 3:23). The punishment for sin is death, which is eternal separation from the Lord. But the Father, in His love and mercy, sent His own Son to die in our place. As a result, everyone who believes in Jesus is forgiven and receives His free gift of salvation.

Believers are to share the good news of salvation, but the world's hostility can make us afraid. Today's passage encourages us not to fear. Telling others about Jesus doesn't require lofty words or long quotations of memorized Scripture. Simply be ready with an answer if you're asked about "the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15).~~

--IN TOUCH ~~/ MAJESTY (Jesus is LOVE, our Sacrifice)-(Michael Janz)
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