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Posted by Dion Todd September 29th, 2024 1,277 Views 27 Comments
One of the criminals who was hanged insulted him, saying, "If you are the Christ, save yourself and us!" But the other answered, and rebuking him said, "Don't you even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? Luke 23:39–40 WEB.
Three men were crucified outside Jerusalem on a hill called Golgotha. Which means "Place of a Skull." The Man on the center cross was Jesus Christ of Nazareth, the Son of God. A convicted criminal was hanging on His left and another on His right. One of the criminals ridiculed Jesus, while the other began to defend Him. Both of these criminals had been caught, convicted, and crucified together. Yet, there were differences between the two.
One of the criminals had a spark of hope. He saw himself as redeemable, while the other felt it was too late for him. Even though the Son of God was only a few feet away and would have forgiven them both, one of them couldn't see through his pain-filled past. He felt that he was just human trash and not worth saving. That God could never forgive someone like him for all of the things he had done wrong, but he was mistaken.
Each time I was hurt in my life or hurt someone else, I grew a little more calloused. I developed a little thicker shell to protect myself. It became a little more difficult to believe that God cared about me and still loved me. I looked at tomorrow through cheap sunglasses and thought the future would only be more of the past. Bad lenses like that will distort your vision.
What you have done wrong can be forgiven. What you have broken can be repaired. What you have lost can be found. The things you used to dream about can still come to pass in your life. The end of one thing is only the beginning of another. You must realize that whatever you have done, it's not too late. You can have a fresh start. You are the one that makes the difference, and you are the one who has to make a choice.
One thief was saved, while one thief was lost because of their choice. So have hope. God loves you. He still has a plan for your life. Don't let the pain of your past keep you from seeing the open arms of Jesus Christ today. He chose you. Now choose Him.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please forgive me, a sinner. Without You, I am nothing. Help me put my life back together. Come into my heart and lead me from this day on. Please fill me with Your Holy Spirit, guide my steps, and speak to me and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
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Amen.
I am going into the hospital today. I'm scared but You are with me. Lord, watch over my family. Help the doctors and staff be and the very best. Help them be kind and reassuring.
Amen!
Post from Nell Neathery
2 months ago
Happy birthday to my yougest sister, Lori. I was born in 1957 and she was born in 1968!
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please forgive me, a sinner. Without You, I am nothing. Help me put my life back together. Come into my heart and lead me from this day on. Please fill me with Your Holy Spirit, guide my steps, and speak to me and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
God chose me and I chose Him! I have worn sunglasses before to hide my depression in my eyes. Sometimes, I am sad because I cry out to the Lord and He heals me!!!
Comment from Dan Remley
2 months ago
Happy Birthday to Lori❤️ I pray that the Lord brings you peace and comfort in regards to your depression Nell❤️
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2 months ago
He does bring me peace, but it takes working throught it one step at a time!
Post from Wesley Paulus
2 months ago
Amen!
Post from Sherry Mccosh
2 months ago
Heavenly Father, please forgive me, a sinner. Without You, I am nothing. Help me put my life back together. Come into my heart and lead me from this day on. Please fill me with Your Holy Spirit, guide my steps, and speak to me and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen
Post from Mari Kaufmann
2 months ago
Amen
Heavenly Father Please Forgive Me For My Mistakes And Sins Please Come In My Heart And Show Me The Way And Path To A Better Life And Future Amen Good Morning Everyone Have A Blessed Sunday 😀
Comment from Dan Remley
2 months ago
Happy Sunday to my whole RHM family ❤️
Lord please forgive me of my sins of the past and help me learn from them. Send to me your Holy Spirit and guide me to a better place . I believe in you and put my life in your hands. Amen ❤️
Post from Nell Neathery
2 months ago
😎 At least, he's smiling wearing the glasses!
Post from Marisa Jackson
2 months ago
Amen🙏❤️!! Amen🙏❤️!! Alleluia 🙏❤️❤️!! Amen❤️🙏❤️🙏!!
Good morning, everyone, happy Sunday 🌻💛!
Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle
2 months ago
What a good day today, to set all other days apart, the seventh day when the Lord rested from His labor, "This is the day that the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad in it . . ." 🎶🙏😀
Comment from Michele Copley
2 months ago
Good Morning! Oh, Hallelujah!! God's light and glory shine, His Son shine in, we want all the world to know Him, His love!🌄🍁🍂
Post from Liesel aka lisa Wardle
2 months ago
Amen and Amen!!!
Just the thought of hearing Jesus say: "Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise", makes me think how I long to be there with Him!!! The Lord knows, but I'm still needed here, so I'll wait patiently for that day, and try to do His Holy will!! So blessed, refreshed and encouraged today, thank you Lord!!!
Post from Michele Copley
2 months ago
Heavenly Father, I admit I am a sinner, and I asked You to forgive me for my sins. Thank You for providing me grace, mercy towards me of my being a sinner commiting sins against You and others. I trust in Your desire and wisdom to help me overcome in life, and desire to always know Your leading. You have, by Your excellence and love, ultimately provided Your blessed Son, Jesus, as Your sacrificial gift to all mankind, for which I am eternally grateful. I pray these things, in Jesus' name, Amen.
Post from LaDonne Lenzini
2 months ago
Amen
This I pray, Amen.
Post from Raju Williams
2 months ago
Praise the Lord. Amen.🙏🙏
Post from Wanda Pennington
2 months ago
Heavenly Father, please forgive me, a sinner. Without You, I am nothing. Help me put my life back together. Come into my heart and lead me from this day on. Please fill me with Your Holy Spirit, guide my steps, and speak to me and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Could not love this devotion more than I do! Thank you! Blessings!
Heavenly Father, please forgive me, a sinner. Without You, I am nothing. Help me put my life back together. Come into my heart and lead me from this day on. Please fill me with Your Holy Spirit, guide my steps, and speak to me and through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻
Post from Celeste Strenn
2 months ago
Amen❣️
Post from Kay Collinsworth
2 months ago
Amen
Post from Rose Theuret
2 months ago
Amen 🙏
Amen!
Post from Candy Laventure
2 months ago
Amen!
Post from Elena Vasquez
2 months ago
Amen
Post from Schalk de Beer
2 months ago
Yes, amen Lord.
Comment from Susan Petho
2 months ago
Praying for you, Susan
Comment from Dan Remley
2 months ago
I pray that the Lord brings you healing and health Susan❤️
Comment from Sylvia Todd
2 months ago
Praying for you, sister 🙏!
Comment from Bella Colliander
2 months ago
Susan, may our Lord comfort you through your hospital journey. He'll see you have the best of everything. 🕊️
Comment from Lynn Brown
2 months ago
Prayers for you, Susan. 🙏
Comment from Wanda Pennington
2 months ago
Sending prayers!!
Comment from Debi Burton
2 months ago
Prayers are with you….😌
Comment from Dion Todd
2 months ago
Prayed for you this morning, Susan. The Lord will be with you. 🙏😀