What is that point at which understanding becomes belief and subsequently faith?  Is there a gradient or define range of calibration that determines when we have crossed an apparently invisible transitory line between idea and acceptance?  Aren’t these achievements or works, indicative of movement and eventual mastery of an idea?  How then if something is defined through works could it be used as appropriate measure for acceptance or inclusion in the “non works” related salvation of Gospel Promise.  Yes, without faith we cannot please God as the Bible indicates, however God also clearly states that He gives a measure of Faith to all.  So for those believing somehow that it is a thing of mastery or moment upon which faith is determined to have left the realms of consideration, the realms of belief, we must remember these are the Works of God, surrender is our only applicable Work.

How about coincidence, as I will present a coincidence so realistically tragic this weekend that it smash all conference in believing these occurrences in any measure are unrelated?  There are no coincidences for this life being the testing ground and sanctifying application of our national and personal faith is inherently woven together by the gluon of Christ’s participation in the Creation He created.  Yes, there is a fabric, yes the actions and occurrences of our lives are tied inherently together for how else might the Lord use all things to good for them who walk according to His Purpose.  This not only implies there are no coincidence but determinedly sets forth in proclamation that our lives and the exigent events are in fact interwoven by God, through God for the Good of His Own Purpose.

Is that true for Evil? Well the Lord did not create sin, therefore Sin was a gift of free will disobedience in decision determined by the Created.  In fact this may be the only power we as humans have been given over life is the reasonable assumptions and accountability of Choice.  You see, the Bible states that All things serve the Lord our God for this is His Creation and nothing was Created that was not done so through Him, with Him in the Power of His Almighty Spirit.  So, yes even evil is controlled in the pursuit of God’s eventual Judgment and Plan for mankind.  There are many times that evil was restrained, fought back, transformed or banished by the Power of the Lord Jesus Christ.  That is evidence to the testimony that even evil in its apparent lack of coincidental efficacy in the life of each human somehow intricately depends upon the Lord’s authority and Judgement for its allowance or participation in the lives of mankind.  Even satan, the Lord rebuke him if He chooses was given the power and authority he now observes by God.  One would but to ask Why? to be acquainted with the reality that in that provision that evil plays and important role in the achievement of God’s overall objectives for mankind.  So are there coincidence, no.

Please join me this weekend, God Willing where you will see proof that there are no coincidences in the lives of believers or those who have yet to have their hearts pricked by the Love of the Lord.  May God have mercy on all our souls and bring them to the knowledge of eternal salvation found only through the doorway of the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ the King.