Who Can See God?

Faith...gives us assurance about things we cannot see. 
Hebrews 11:1
Drawing of an eye by Amelia
Who can "see" God?

Prayer – Lord Jesus, I believe in You. You came as a baby…and people had to wait until you were about thirty years old before You started Your ministry. You defended God—You always listened to Him and told your followers that the only way to the Father was through You, the Son. You let us know that we needed to please God the Father and as Jude says, we need to defend the faith—not denying God the Father or You. Please give us insight into our own desires and commitments.

Dear friends, I had been eagerly planning to write to you about the salvation we all share. But now I find that I must write about something else, urging you to defend the faith that God has entrusted once for all time to his holy people. I say this because some ungodly people have wormed their way into your churches, saying that God's marvelous grace allows us to live immoral lives. The condemnation of such people was recorded long ago, for they have denied our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ. Jude 1:3-4 (Underlined for emphasis.)

 

Meditate. Read God’s word and listen to what He is saying.

 

Have you ever defended the faith—your faith?

            Paul encourages us to do just that and directs us to live in a way that honors God, not being intimidated, overwhelmed or frightened by our enemies. He realizes and brings to our attention that we are in this together—and we still are in it with other Christians today.

Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News. Don't be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God himself. For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him. We are in this struggle together. You have seen my struggle in the past, and you know that I am still in the midst of it. Philippians 1:27-30

Like Paul, I am not ashamed of God or the gospel.

For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile. This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is accomplished from start to finish by faith. As the Scriptures say, "It is through faith that a righteous person has life." Romans 1:16-17

Faith is the basis of our Christianity—actually an essential element for any belief. It is

Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see. Hebrews 11:1

We are almost to Christmas. What do you believe? We each make a choice about…well, about anything. Stay holy.

 

Verse of Salvation ~ For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There's no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death. 2 Corinthians 7:10

 

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

What does your family have for Christmas Eve Supper? Over the years we’ve tried Chinese, Czech, a full turkey dinner, tacos, soup and sandwiches, fried chicken, breakfast for supper…whatever. The best supper is one that is done ahead of time…like this Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas which is just what my husband requested for Christmas Eve supper this year. Think about preparing this dish ahead of time for your family on Christmas Eve. Mine enjoys it…and it is easy to do so that we can spend time together…not slaving away in the kitchen.  Enjoy and then head for your favorite church for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service.  

 

Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas

            One onion, chopped

            2 Chicken Breasts, cooked and shredded

            8 large tortillas (corn or flour)

            1 pound mixed shredded cheese

            1 can green chilies

     White sauce gravy:

            ¾ stick butter

            4-5 Tbsp flour

            3½ cups milk

            3 Tbsp chicken broth

            1 can green chilies

            Melt butter and stir in flour. Gradually add milk, chicken broth, and green chilies.

 

Line bottom of baking pan with thin layer of gravy. Warm up tortillas, by frying corn ones in a small amount of oil. You can microwave flour tortillas if necessary to make them pliable. Roll chicken into tortillas with some chopped onion and cheese. Place tortillas into baking pan. Pour remaining gravy over top of tortillas. Bake for 15 minutes at 350º. (Cook for 30 minutes if prepared ahead of time and refrigerated.) Serve with a tossed salad, chips and salsa.

 

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