On September 11, 2001, an airplane crashed into the World Trade Centre in New York City. That tragedy, known as 9/11 took the lives of almost 3,000 people. Since that terrible event, the families of the deceased have been showered with love and condolences. They have received comfort from the sincere sympathy of politicians and other leaders. Perhaps you have just had a tragedy in your life- bad medical news, said good-by to someone dear to you, or you lost your job. In addition to the support from your loved ones, the Bible, God’s inspired Word tells us that our Heavenly Father is “the God of all comfort.” And Peter wrote, “casting all your care on Him (Christ) because He cares for you.” If you are hurting today, I urge you to reach out to the Lord Jesus. He said, “come unto me all you who labour and are heavy burdened.

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Many sincere people believe that the reason for what is happening in the Ukraine, Syria, the Middle East, and other world trouble areas is a lack of education. But James Burnham, in his book “The Suicide of the West” claims that such thinking overlooks certain facts of history entirely. He points out that Germany, long one of the great cultured nations of the world, produced a Hitler, and that Nazi leader Goebbles earned a Ph.D. Burnham contends that education does not eliminate greed passion and lust for power. Education is vital, but is clearly not, by itself, the answer to the mess this world is in. When godly fear leads to Christ and transformed lives, the world can be changed, one person at a time. Paul explained “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation…behold all things have become new.”

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Mary Tyler Moore, Debbie Reynolds, Carrie Fisher, Prince, and Stewart MacLean all died in the past few months. For a short while, the deaths of these famous people may cause some sober thoughts. When hair slowly grays, energy is reduced, and wrinkles appear. we realize that passing from this life is not just something that happens to others. Like it or not, the ticking of the clock reminds us, the newspaper obituaries thunder it, death is coming for us all, young and old. Well did the Psalmist write, “So teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” That wisdom leads us to face the reality of our mortality and admit we are part of a fallen race. When we ask Christ for the gift of eternal life, He gives it, as well as forgiveness and peace. We no longer need to fear death. Please reflect on this today.

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Dr. John R. Brobeck, for many years professor of Physiology at the University of Pennsylvania Medical School, says that many scientists now admit the miracles described in the Bible may have happened. He said they are no longer able to honestly say that something is impossible, only improbable. Brobeck stated the one factor that could account for Bible miracles is a sourced unknown to the scientific system, identified in the Bible as “the power of God. “ It has been described as “that ability…whereby God can bring to pass whatever He pleases.” Paul wrote, “I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes..” Whether scientists believe it or not, the Bible, God’s inspired Word is still trustworthy and able to transform lives.

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It has been called “the sports moment of the century” It happened on September 28th 1972 when hockey player Paul Henderson scored for Team Canada against the powerhouse Team Russia. One would think this kind of achievement would have brought real fulfillment and happiness to Henderson, but it did not. He said later, “It was only after I gave my life to the Lord Jesus Christ and started living for Him that I found inner peace and tranquility…Being a Christian is vibrant, exciting and gives purpose and meaning to life.” The Bible promises this to all who sincerely acknowledge their fallen spiritual condition and invite Christ into their lives. Paul the Apostle was inspired to describe this transformation with the words “…being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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“The Book of Life, a 2014 computer animated film, presents a story line that sweeps us into a fantastic presentation of three worlds, the land of the remembered, the land of the forgotten and the land of the living. The film probably gets its title from the Bible, which makes several references to “the book of life”. For example, one passage in the Book of Revelation, speaking of the city of God, Heaven, says, “Nothing impure will enter it nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the “Lamb’s Book of life.” We are told that “all have sinned”, and Jesus gave His life in our place. So when we ask Him for forgiveness and believe in Him, we become “children of God” and our names are then written in the “Book of Life.” I hope you’ll think about that today

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“The most important factor in life is whether one takes life for granted or with gratitude.” Those are the words of one of the most original thinkers of the early twentieth century- G.K. Chesterton, a novelist, poet, critic and essayist. These are words of wisdom from a wise thoughtful man. We have so many things for which to be grateful. Our health, the beauty all around us, provision for our needs, friends, families, and more. But while we are giving thanks, let’s not forget our dear Heavenly Father, Who has given us the best gift of all- His Son, Jesus. John emphasized this in His gospel, writing, “…God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son…” And Paul encouraged people of his day with the words, “thanks be unto God for His unspeakable gift.” Indeed, gratitude is the best attitude.

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“Falsehoods are being spread by people who want to get the most clicks, not the most truth.” Those are the words of Apple’s Chief Executive, Tim Cook. And it’s true, “fake news” is becoming a major problem in communication circles today. By contrast, how reassuring to know that God’s inspired Word, the Bible has stood the test of time. The Psalmist, referring to God the Father, “the entirety of Your Word is truth and everyone of Your righteous judgments endures forever.” Much is said in the Bible about truth, such as Jesus’ words, “you shall know the truth and the truth will set you free Jesus words reveal Who He is- the only way to heaven. He reminds us all, “I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

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A group of experts have advised that people working in office environments stand for at least 2 hours a day during working hours, to protect those engaged with typically sedentary forms of work. Governments are encouraging active living. Today, we often see walkers and joggers. However, it is the responsibility of the individual to look after his or her physical well-being. This is also true in regards to our spiritual health. Timothy, in the New Testament wrote, “bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and that which is to come.” As with our physical well-being, our spiritual health is an individual choice. God has done His part, giving His Son. Now the choice is ours. As Paul, the Apostle wrote, “Whosoever will may come”.

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Do you remember when “grass” was mowed, “pot” was something your mother cooked in, and a “chip” was a piece of wood? The English language is always in a state of change. Words change their meaning; new words are added regularly. We live in a constantly changing world. So, it is refreshing to find certain essentials which never change. Here are three examples. First- God never changes. He has said, “I am the Lord, I change not.” Second- Jesus never changes. Of Him it is written, “Jesus Christ the same, yesterday and today and forever.” And third- the way to heaven never changes, because our Saviour said, “I am the way, the truth and the life, no one comes to the Father except through me.” In this ever-changing world, how good to know that the most important things in life never change.

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