"THE REASON I WAS BORN..."

…Pilate having a discussion before Jesus was crucified….NOT wanting to have Him killed.  He was fearful of what was placed in his hand.  

“What is it you have done?” He asked.  

Jesus replied: “My kingdom is not from this world. 

If it were, my servants would fight and prevent my arrest.”   

Pilate takes this in, but is still not sure…. “So, you are a king, then!”  Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king.  In fact, the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth.  Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.”  

Pilate retorted: What is truth?  (John 18:37-38)

What is truth?

Are you on the side of Truth?

Jesus said: “I am the Way, the Truth, and Life.”  I always capitalize the words way, truth, life, because these are names of God- that get me by in my life.

I need the Way to help me.  The path of the Way leads to Truth (there is no lie in Jesus) only Life.

I had to call on Life; and He didn’t let me down.

I have been reading the book of John over and over again.  In fact, I have lost track of how many times I have read it. When I'm finished, I start again!  There are so many truths that have opened my eyes!

But when I saw this scripture: the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth.  Everyone on the side of truth listens to me. I was floored.  It spoke to me!  It was as if I never seen it. (In fact, I don't remember reading it ever before)

The time of Celebration has come!  The reason Jesus was born was spoken from His very lips, to Pilate who was His audience at the time; and to us: THE BELIEVER!  

Jesus was born, and came into the world is to testify to the truth.  

ARE YOU ON THE SIDE OF TRUTH?

I thought about this this morning.  I have been pondering this scripture for a couple of days.  Truth be told, I have NEVER heard this scripture in any sermon, especially at Christmas time.  Have you?  

I’d like to challenge you to think about this scripture.  In fact read John 17 (the prayer of our Lord…for us) then John 18…if it ministers to you finish out the book!  (it’s not that much to read, and believe me, you will be very blessed!)

Jesus, thank YOU!  You gave us a reason and a truth to ponder based on God’s purpose for us! 

Jer 29:11 comes to mind! You are a good God! Thank you for Truth- Thank you that YOU are Truth!

And one more thing Jesus: You said, “Many are called, few are chosen. (&) “Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.”  Thank you! Each and every believer- who worships you in Spirit and in Truth who have listened, not with their ears only, but with their heart.  and sided with YOU-the God of Truth, are truly blessed! Hallelujah.  

We need you Jesus-  Help us never to step to the other side, but stay put!  As believers, we are covered under the shadow of the Almighty, we take refuge in You!  We are safe when we stay on the side of Truth!  Help us not to listen to the “other side” who is not of truth, Lord it is the side of the wide gate and broad road that leads to destruction.  Keep us on the right path, Father!  

Let us be able to answer when someone asks: what is truth?

For we have the answer to share with the world.  JESUS, YOU ARE THE ANSWER!  THE TRUTH, our Truth, the Way to you, our eternal Life!  Our forever! With God.  

Bless us today, and at this Christmas time.  Let us not X out CHRIST at Christmas.  But ponder Him, and His ways that lead to truth and life, with a thankful heart!  

Jesus help us!

Thank you for this wonderful scripture, and please Lord, open up more revelation of You so we can all be blessed in You!  For we believers, the followers of Jesus Christ, KNOW what is Truth!

Thank you!  

Bless us at this Christmas time, please Lord keep us safe.  Help us to share the truth!

In Jesus name we pray.

Amen Jesus!

Merry Christmas to all-

Have a safe and restful time with family and friends.

I pray the Jesus in you shine out!

Peace on Earth, and goodwill to men!

God bless all my friends today,

JL Dunigan