Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone?

 

                        Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone?

It was for our sins that Jesus died and what have we done about it? Has He died in vain or are we truly repentant of our sins? We must bear the burden of our sins and ask for forgiveness. Repentance means a change of heart. If we are going to ask, then we must repent. Let’s not let Jesus bear the cross alone, we have our own crosses to bear, and Jesus can help us overcome them and we need to do our part in allowing that to happen.

Lyrics by Thomas Shepherd, arranged by George N. Allen

“Must Jesus bear the cross alone, and all the world go free? No; there’s a cross for everyone, and there’s a cross for me.

The consecrated cross I’ll bear, till death shall set me free, and then go home my crown to wear, for there’s a crown for me.

Upon the crystal pavement, down at Jesus’ pierced feet, joyful, I’ll cast my golden crown, and His dear name repeat.

O precious cross! O glorious crown! O resurrection day! Ye angels, from the stars come down, and bear my soul away.

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Glory to His Name

 

                        Glory to His Name

There is no other Name that we would glorify than the One who went to the cross and saved us from our sins. He is the precious fountain that fills our thirst and makes us complete. He can enter into your soul, all you have to do is accept Him as your Lord and Savior and be buried in the watery grave of baptism.

 Lyrics by Elisha A. Hoffman, arranged by John H. Stockton

“Down at the cross where my Savior died, down where the cleansing from sin I  cried, thee to my heart was the blood applied, Glory to His name.

I am so wondrously saved from sin, Jesus so sweetly abides within, there at the cross where He took me in, Glory to His name.

Oh, precious fountain that saves from sin, I am so glad I have entered in; There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean, Glory to His name.

Come to this fountain so rich and sweet; Cast thy poor soul at the Savior’s feet; Plunge in today, and be made complete, Glory to His name.

Glory to His name, Glory to His name, there to my heart was the blood applied, Glory to His name.

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Will Jesus Find Us Watching?

 

                        Will Jesus Find Us Watching?

We know that God watches over us day and night. But are we aware that Jesus is coming soon and we need to be watching for Him? We don’t know when He is coming so we need to prepare ourselves for this expected visitor. We need to live as if every day is the day He will come to take us home with Him. Our lives should be in a way that when He comes, He can truly say, “well done.” Whatever you do in your daily walk be sure it is God’s way so that He will find you watching for Him.

Lyrics by Fanny J. Crosby, arranged by William H. Doane

“When Jesus comes to reward His servants, whether it be noon or night, faithful to Him will He find us watching, with our lamps all trimmed and bright?

If, at the dawn of the early morning, He shall call us one by one, when to the Lord we restore our talents, will He answer thee, “Well done”?

Have we been true to the trust He left us? Do we seek to do our best? If in our hearts there is naught condemns us, we shall have a glorious rest.

Blessed are those whom the Lord finds watching, in His glory they shall share; If He shall come at dawn or midnight, will He find us watching there?

Oh, can we say we are ready, brother? Ready for the soul’s bright home? Say, will He find you and me still watching, waiting, waiting when the Lord shall come.”

 

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Make Me a Channel of Blessing

 

                        Make Me a Channel of Blessing

How is your walk with God? Does it show up in your character? Can the love of God be seen in you? If we are to become a channel of blessing to those around us, we must first have a relationship with God. The blessings He hands down to us will freely flow onto those around us. Our speech, our actions speak volumes about our relationship with Jesus. We inherit a passion for those who are lost and have no trouble sharing the plan of salvation. The reason others are presented to us is that we might lead them to eternal life and receive the blessings of God.

Lyrics by Harper G. Smyth, arranged by Harper G. Smyth

“Is your life a channel of blessing? Is the love of God flowing through you? Are you telling the lost of the Savior? Are you ready His service to do?

Is your life a channel of blessing? Are you burdened by those that are lost? Have you urged upon those who are straying, the Savior who died on the cross?

Is your life a channel of blessing? Is it daily telling for Him? Have you spoken the word of salvation to those who are dying in sin?

We cannot be channels of blessing if our lives are not free from known sin; We will barriers be and a hindrance to those who are trying to win.

Make me a channel of blessing today, Make me a channel of blessing, I pray; My life possessing my service blessing, make me a channel of blessing today.”

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Others

 

                                                            Others

Growing up, our parents taught us to live by this motto: Jesus first, others second, yourself last. Take the first letter of each word and it makes JOY. It is a joy to think of others before us. The reward comes in the form of God’s blessings. Putting God first in our life is a blessing. He in turn blesses us, whereby we can bless others. Giving up our own selfish desires and needs helps us grow in a closer relationship to Jesus and to others. Think of the song, “I Surrender all” and then grow in it.

Lyrics by Charles D. Meigs, arranged by Roscoe S. Nickerson

“Lord help me live from day to day, in such a self-forgetful way. That even when I kneel to pray, my prayer shall be for others.

Help me in all the work I do, to ever be sincere and true, and know that all I’d do for you, must needs be done for others.

Let “self” be crucified and slain, and buried deep; and all in vain may efforts be to rise again, Unless to live for others.

And when on earth my work is done, and my new work in heavens begun, May I forget the crown I’ve won while thinking still of others.

Others, Lord, yes, others, let this my motto be. Help me to live for others, that I might live for Thee.”

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Make Me a Blessing

 

                                    Make Me a blessing

I have a Ministry from the Lord that I consider a blessing to me and to all those to whom I pass the blessing. There are many people in need of the Word of God and in need of physical and spiritual wealth. There are also people who might have everything but need a smile or a hug. All of these are blessings from God, that we count as blessings to pass forward in other’ lives. Help us Lord Jesus to Love those as you Love us.

Lyrics by Ira B. Wilson, arranged by George S. Schuler

“Out in the highways and byways of life, many are weary and sad; Carry the sunshine where darkness is rife, making the sorrowing glad.

Tell the sweet story of Christ and His love, tell of His power to forgive; Others will trust Him if only you prove true, every moment you live.

Give as was given to you in your need, Love as the Master loved you. Be to the helpless a helper indeed, unto your mission be true.

Make me a blessing, make me a blessing, out of my life may Jesus shine; Make me a blessing, O Savior, I pray, make be a blessing to someone today.”

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It Pays to Serve Jesus

 

                                    It Pays to Serve Jesus

Whether we are providing food for the hungry, clothes for the needy, or help for the helpless. Whatever we do to serve others, it must be done in the name of Jesus. All credit goes to God. He gave us the skills and compassion to do the things we do. It is God who blesses us in order that we might bless others. In all that we say and do, let us do it all to the glory of God, and in a manner pleasing to Him.

Lyrics by Frank C. Huston, arranged by Frank C. Huston

“The service of Jesus true pleasure it affords, in Him there is joy without an alloy; Tis heaven to trust Him and rest on His words; it pays to serve Jesus each day.

It pays to serve Jesus whatever may betide, it pays to be true whatever you may do; Tis riches of mercy in Him to abide; it pays to serve Jesus each day.

Though sometimes the shadows may hang over the way, and sorrows may come to beckon us home, our precious Redeemer each toil will repay; it pays to serve Jesus each day.

It pays to serve Jesus, it pays everyday, it pays every step of the way; Though the pathway to glory may sometimes be drear, you’ll be happy each step of the way.”

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