A young couple who rented a bungalow in Los Angeles found that a nosey neighbour was peeping in their window. But the peeping stopped abruptly when the innovative husband placed a mirror in the window the peeper was using. And God’s Word has been described as a mirror. When we look in it, we see ourselves as God sees us- as we really are. In the book of James in the New Testament, we are warned, “If anyone is a hearer of the Word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks at himself in a mirror…and immediately forgets what kind of person he is.” When we look into the mirror of God’s Word, we see the sober truth about ourselves- “all we like sheep have gone astray…” But we also learn of a Saviour as we read, “Come to me, all you who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” I’m Alex Rockwell.

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Most would agree that time is our most valuable asset. Much discussion has taken place about how to use it and how we waste it. Eventually it runs out for all of us. An old soldier once said, “there are no atheists on the battlefield.” In the New Testament there’s a fascinating story about the Apostle Paul making his defense before an official named Felix. As Paul “reasoned about righteousness, self-control and judgment to come”, Felix became agitated and responded “Go away now. When I have a convenient time, I will call for you.” Sadly, there is no record of a convenient time ever coming for him. And many of us act like Felix in regards to our preparation for the life to come. We put it off. The wise person will act upon the Bible truth that “Now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation.” I’m Alex Rockwell.

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When the Liu family went to the People’s Park zoo in China, their disappointed son said the lion was barking like a dog. How come? It was not a lion at all, but a Tibetan mastiff, a large hairy breed of dog which closely resembles a lion. Zoo officials had sent the regular resident, an African lion, away to a breeding centre. The only way to be a lion is to be born one. And John, in his gospel, clearly states that the only way to become a Christian is to be spiritually re-born. Since we are all born with a natural tendency to do wrong he wrote “As many as received Him (Christ) to them He gave the right to become the children of God, to those who believe in His name…who were born not of the flesh, but of God.” And that’s why Jesus tells us, “You must be born again.” I’m Alex Rockwell.

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The great hockey legend, Gordie Howe died last month. His son, Doctor Murray Howe, in a moving tribute to his dad, said, “Mr. Hockey left the world with no regrets and although he did not lead the league in church-attendance, his life has been the epitome of a faithful servant.” Attending a Bible believing church is a very positive habit for all. But not doing so does not keep anyone from heaven, because going to church does not make us into Christians anymore than going to a garage makes us into an automobile. The Bible tells us that it’s “not by works of righteousness that we have done, but according to His mercy” God makes us His children and fits us for heaven. And God’s Word also says that it is, “By grace you are saved through faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God, not of works…” I’m Alex Rockwell.

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Many more bees are being seen on Prince Edward Island this summer. They are amazing creatures. Think about the following–A worker bee’s eyes have about 7,000 lenses, and hair that has an electrostatic charge that attracts pollen. When the bee locates food, it calls other bees to its location by a series of dance moves. Bees also have wing hooks which can attach each set of wings together during flight, for maximum efficiency. They are equipped with every detail necessary to do their job. And yet, in spite of these marvellous characteristics, some folks say that bees got that way by accident. No—this world and all that is in it was carefully planned. Genesis chapter one says, “… God created every living thing that moves…” Yes, there is an intelligent, designing God to Whom we will all one day give account.

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In his book “Stop Talking, Start Communicating”, author Geoffrey Tumlin refers to “too many people weighing in on too many issues.” He is correct. We live in a global village with lots of buzz words like’ ‘game changer’, ‘at the end of the day’, ‘moving forward’, ‘super”, ‘smart’, ‘connect’, and ‘phobia’, (often used to criticize or put down anyone who has a different point of view). But long before today’s communication frenzy, God sent mankind the most important message we will ever receive—His Word, the Bible. In it we find the answers we need to know about God, man, sin, heaven and how to get there. Jesus once said, “You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free.” The Bible is the greatest book ever written. When read and applied, it changes lives.

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Last month the world paid homage to Queen Elizabeth II as she celebrated her 90th birthday. Her long life has been remarkable. But there is a greater monarch. He is the “King of Kings and Lord of Lords.” While Elizabeth II was born, raised in an environment of luxury surrounded by the rich, famous, and powerful, our Lord Jesus was born in a stable, and lived a life of humility, had no home of his own and surrounded Himself with the poor, needy and unknown. He died on a wooden cross, and by His death, made eternal life possible as a gift to all who sincerely seek it. The Bible states that one day He will return, at which time, “every knee shall bow, and every tongue shall confess Him as Lord.” Our relationship to Him on earth will determine whether we will meet Him as our loving Saviour, or Judge. Which will it be?

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Jeff Keane, in the cartoon “Family Circus” presents a little guy crouched on his heels watching a line of ants. Called by his mother, he says, “I can’t come, Mommy until I figure out where all these guys are going.” Obviously, obeying Mom was secondary to his interest at that time. And many of us also allow the tyranny of the immediate to cause neglect of the more important. God says, “Now is the day of salvation, now is the accepted time.” Often our response is “Sometime later Lord, right now I’m busy with my job, my pleasures and my possessions.” This was the case with King Agrippa in the Bible. When presented with Christ’s claims on his life, by Paul, he responded, “You almost persuade me to become a Christian.” Paul then earnestly urged Agrippa to be “altogether” persuaded, to make that vital decision.

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“It’s so bright… it’s so different,” That was the reaction of two California brothers, Jimmy and Jace Papenhausen when they got new sunglasses. They have been colour blind all their lives. But that all changed recently when their parents bought them a pair of sunglasses called En Chroma glasses, which makes colours appear more vibrant. Their story illustrates the problem we all face when Christ is not in our lives. Paul explained, “…the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God… for they are spiritually discerned.” But when Christ is in our lives, Paul writes of the transformation which takes place. “…if anyone is in Christ, he (or she) is a new creation, old things pass away, behold all things become new.” As the blind man whom Jesus healed said, ” Once I was blind, now I can see.” I’m Alex Rockwell.

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A small boy woke about four o’clock one morning, unable to sleep, fearing the dark. He went to his parent’s bedroom and asked for a drink. Receiving it, he lay for a while beside his father. Then in the dark room, the little boy asked, “Daddy have you got your face turned toward me?” “Yes son,” was the reply. Feeling safe and secure, the child fell asleep. Sometimes we too are frightened and feel just like that little boy. But when we are God’s children, by having placed our faith in Christ, we too can be comforted knowing that regardless of the circumstances, our Heavenly Father’s face is always turned toward us. We can then experience the comfort and security of his blessing, which is, “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.

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