ARE YOU THANKFUL?

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ARE YOU THANKFUL?

Do you give thanks to God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son, and the Holy Spirit on a daily basis?  Do you realize that your very existence and all you possess belong to God? After all He created everyone and everything. I know that there are some people out there that do not believe in God. All I can say, I’m sorry that you are so misinformed and at some time in the future you are going to be confronted with the truth.

At the present time we are all living under the grace and love of God. I want you to think about what if His grace and love were removed from our presence. I believe that if those two were removed, that is part of what Hell is going to be. Just think about it. Separation from God is going to be Hell.

Some others are going to say, what about all the bad things that happen in the world or to me or someone I know. Bad things do not come from God. We need to give credit due to the one who is responsible, Satan.  Also, God gave us freedom to choose our way in life. Because of selfish reasons or greed, we all make bad choices. Then it is someone else’s fault or we blame God for our mistakes.

We cannot overlook the fact that when we fail to give God thanks for everything He has given us, we lose out on His blessings. Let us look at a few Bible verses regarding giving God thanks.

I always thank God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus.  For in him you have been enriched in every way–in all your speaking and in all your knowledge.

For everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, because it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer.

Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

I will give thanks to the LORD because of his righteousness and will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

That is just a few of the many verses on why we should give thanks to God for all things. If people humble themselves and realize that God wants us to thank Him for all things, we will receive His many blessings. I might add that you should thank Him before you even receive an answer. This is a part of the power of prayer. We should especially be thankful for our salvation in Jesus Christ who suffered, died, and shed His blood for our sins. Thanking God is a choice. In most cases, when we receive something from someone, we usually thank them. Should it be any different with the One who provides all things?  Praise and thank you God the Father and Lord Jesus Christ and Holy Spirit. Amen

MARIJUANA

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Marijuana

Should marijuana become legal? As a former police officer and narcotic agent and a born again Christian, I am taking an opposing position. First, as a police officer, I personally saw what devastation marijuana caused in the lives of so many. I witnessed an autopsy performed on a male subject who was a chronic marijuana smoker. He choked to death from marijuana residue built up in his esophagus. Marijuana joints are not filtered, so you get the full impact from inhaling. People will defend marijuana in so many ways and I saw what affect it has on people.  It will eventually lead to other drugs, health and psychological problems. I could go on. Whether it is the law of the land or God’s law it is illegal in most cases. I know that some states are trying to legalize marijuana and some have. The federal laws still prohibit possession of marijuana.

Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God. Therefore whoever resists authority has opposed the ordinance of God; and they who have opposed will receive condemnation upon themselves. (Romans 13:1-2)

I am aware of the position some individuals have taken regarding using marijuana for medical purposes. No doubt, if you get stoned, you won’t feel much pain just as if you drink enough alcohol you won’t feel much pain either. I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and I did not choose either one for my cure. I choose the healing hand of Jesus Christ and I have been cancer free for seven years. You can refer to my blog: ‘Faith vs. Cancer”.

Second, I know what the Bible says about the subject even though it does not mention marijuana per se. Of course, it doesn’t name cocaine, heroin, cigarettes, or any of those other drugs specifically by name either. To be fair, the Bible doesn’t mention many modern sins specifically by name, as these names were created long after the Bible was written.

The following verses come from the Bible and we should give them our utmost attention. As sure as the sun will rise in the morning you will have to give an account for disregarding them.

Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. (1 Peter 5:8)

Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)

And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, (Ephesians 5:18)

Think about it: If being drunk from wine is a sin (clearly indicated above), and grapes are natural fruits, then wouldn’t smoking pot also be a sin, since it alters your state of mind? The answer is yes

Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. (Galatians 5:19-21)

Sorcerers in the past used herbal and odd concoctions to induce drug highs. In fact, the word used in the Bible for “sorcery” is pharmakeia, which is where we get our modern word “pharmacy.”

Here are some great reasons to never smoke pot in your life:

It is illegal. It is unhealthy. It’s addictive. It will ruin your life. It’s expensive. Drug tests. It leads to other drugs. It can kill you.

Smoking pot is clearly against the will of God, and it is a sinful behavior.

Marijuana is an illegal, unhealthy, and dangerous drug.

Some people try to throw out excuses to say smoking marijuana isn’t a sin, or that it is healthy and natural. That is a flat-out lie

Marijuana is ruining people’s lives. If a friend tries to get you to smoke pot, they are not your friend. They will get you arrested, you could lose your job, and may even cause your death.

You can’t cheat the laws of God.

Today is the day of salvation. You can receive forgiveness for your sins right now by repenting and turning to Jesus Christ. God will forgive you of all of your sins if you repent and place your faith in Christ as your Savior.

DISCIPLINING CHILDREN

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DISCIPLINING CHILDREN

What does the Bible say about the subject? I believe that God knows more about discipline that all of us put together. He is the original author. Some of us may think we know more.

The Bible teaches that physical discipline is appropriate, beneficial, and necessary. I want to make it clear that I am not talking about child abuse of which I do not condone.

When children left to themselves they will do what all people left to themselves in a fallen world will do.  They’ll make bad decisions that produce pain and turmoil in their lives and in the lives of others.

Discipline is evidence of love.

Some claim that physical discipline such as spanking is the only method the Bible supports. Others insist that “time-outs” and other punishments that do not involve physical discipline are far more effective.

Here are a few of the verses that refer to discipline in the Bible. It is a few of many.

Proverbs 22:6 Solomon said, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it”

Proverbs 13:24; 23:13 The proverbial “rod” must be applied to prevent bad attitudes and acts from becoming habits.

Hebrews 12:11 (NKJV) 11 Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.

Proverbs 15:32 (NKJV) 32 He who disdains instruction despises his own soul, But he who heeds rebuke gets understanding.

Discipline brings hope, life, peace and character to a child because it drives out foolish notions such as “The world revolves around me. I am the most important and I must have my way. No one else matters.” A lack of discipline wrongly teaches children that there are no consequences to their choices.

I look at the difference between my generation (1930’s) and today’s generation and I sadly see disrespect for others. During the time I mentioned, our society has gone downhill for what I believe is a lack of discipline and it has gotten worse as each generation passed by. All you have to do is read or watch the news.

I’m not saying that all children and young people belong in the above group. There are parents that still hold fast to discipline and you can see the difference. The major problem is that disciplined children have to contend with undisciplined children in many ways.

God gave us His instructions on discipline as outlined in the Bible. If we fail to heed His advice, then we must answer for our neglect. According to what I have read and understand, we will receive His discipline and then we will then know our misunderstanding of discipline. I don’t believe we will get a time out or other punishment in lieu of a spanking.

I would like to know what you think. May the Lord bless those that follow God’s Word.

PROMISES

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PROMISES

The Bible is full of promises that God has made to those that have received Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord. When you bring Jesus into your life, everything that belongs to Him, belongs to you. Whether you believe that God owns everything and I mean everything, I want to assure you He does.

One person says that there are 3573 promises in the Bible. Another says there are over 7000 promises and another person says that every verse is a promise. Whatever may be the case, how many promises are you claiming for yourself as one who belongs to Jesus Christ. I won’t attempt to cover all the promises. I just want to point out a few in order to show you what you are missing.

Romans 10:9King James Version (KJV) 9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.

Luke 11:9-10New International Version (NIV) 9 “So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 10 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.

Luke 12:22 King James Version (KJV) 22 And he said unto his disciples, therefore I say unto you, take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.

Matthew 6:31-34New King James Version (NKJV) 31 “Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things.

Philippians 4:13New King James Version (NKJV) 13 I can do all things through Christ[a] who strengthens me.

The promises of God only come through Jesus Christ. He is the only one who can make all promises a reality. If you fail to believe God’s Word, the devil will steal God’s provisions from you. The only promise satan will provide is eternity in hell with him and his followers. Amen to God’s glory.

WHAT IS MISSING?

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WHAT IS MISSING?
The Bible speaks of the Trinity, God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son, and the Holy Spirit. After searching the results of some polls, I was shocked at the results. It is no wonder America is going in the direction it is headed. It is hard to believe that even the Christian Community does not have a solid foundation. Now, I want you to know that I realize that polls are not completely accurate and it does not represent the overall picture. For the sake of argument, let’s just assume that some of the polls have some authenticity. The following poll results are just for comparison or maybe for a wakeup call for “what is missing.”
75% – 85% of Americans believe in God. This is down from a previous poll.
Around 65% believe that Jesus Christ is God or the Son of God.
A large number of Americans don’t believe that Satan is real. About 40% believe that Satan is a symbol of evil.
A majority of Americans don’t believe that the Holy Spirit is a living entity. This includes many Christians.
About 50% of Christians believe that the Bible is accurate in its principals. The above polls are just a summary of all the information that is available.
It appears that Christians are struggling with their beliefs. What is missing?
My belief on what is missing is the Holy Spirit in the lives of Christians. The Holy Spirit is the most neglected person of the Trinity with Jesus coming in second. The Bible tells us that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit. With that in mind, maybe there needs to be a house cleaning. Either we believe what the Bible says or we don’t. There is no middle ground. With that in mind let us look at some Bible verses. These are just a few of many.
John 14:16-18New King James Version (NKJV)
16 And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you. 18 I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you.
John 14:26New King James Version (NKJV)
26 But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you.
John 16:13New King James Version (NKJV)
13 However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.
Romans 8:26New King James Version (NKJV)
26 Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us[a] with groanings which cannot be uttered.
Is the above verses true or not? What is missing is our faith to believe what God or Jesus Christ says is true. God is truth in all that He says. He does not lie. Satan will cause you to believe otherwise if you let him. When we pray and there does not seem to be an answer, could it be that we don’t believe in the One who makes the answer come true. The Bible has a procedure to follow in order for all things to work.
The Bible is not a Book to set on a shelf. It has to be read and studied. It is our instruction manual for our life here on earth. Don’t neglect it!

WHAT YOU SPEAK IS WHAT YOU BELIEVE

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WHAT YOU SPEAK IS WHAT YOU BELIEVE
The words you speak is how you think and what you believe in your heart. Oh, you can pretend and lie to cover up the words you speak. If you let your guard down, and speak without thinking, you will say what you believe in your heart.
In the Bible, the Book of James says that the tongue is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. Just think for a moment: What starts arguments? What starts fights and wars? You could go on with the questions. The reason is, what the people involved believe in their heart. Most of the time, people don’t care if they hurt someone by their words. Why, because they don’t have the morals God originally gave to us on how to live. Jesus said that we were to love others as we love ourselves. Evidently, some people do not love themselves.
If you just look at how our society is going, you will notice that each generation seems to care less and less on what they say. I remember when someone cussed or swore or told dirty stories, they got their mouth washed out with soap. Now, every kind of foul or dirty language is ok. Especially in the movies and now on TV. We call it ‘freedom of speech’. I read comments on articles or blogs where someone invariably has to use vulgar language.
I believe that there is still hope. The hope lies in the person of Jesus Christ. If you disagree with this article, I will pray for you, If you agree, may God bless you. If you want to change, confess your sins and ask Jesus to come into your life. It’s a free gift. Let your words set you free.

FAITH

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Faith
Let us look at another major theme of the Bible. It is the theme of Faith.
This theme runs from Genesis chapter 1 thru Revelation chapter 22.
Romans 10:17 (KJV) explains what a source of faith is. “So, faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.”
I pose a question regarding Hebrews 11: 1. (KJV) “1. Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Does this really define faith or does it tell us in God’s Word what faith does?
If you ask most people, they will tell you that faith and belief are the same thing. I believe that leads to all kinds of confusion. The trouble is that they are interrelated, which makes them very close in meaning. Many of the modern Bible translations don’t always differentiate clearly between the two.
I believe that God is looking for Christians both yesterday, today and tomorrow that have true faith. If you are a true born again believer, then Jesus Christ became your Lord and Savior and God has given you faith that will cause you to believe in what God’s Word says is true. The word “Lord” is most often left out of our faith. We want Jesus to be our Savior but reluctant to have Him be our Lord.
Many people say with confidence that they ‘believe’ in God. Many of these same people think that this is enough to guarantee that their sins are forgiven and gain them admission to Heaven. However, is this simple ‘belief’ in God enough? Is this ‘belief’ the same as the ‘faith’ spoken of in the Bible?
How are we, as Christians, to understand our faith? We need to first discover the meaning of the word “faith” in the Bible, and how that meaning is somewhat different from the meaning many attach to it today. Following are three brief definitions as found in biblical dictionaries. I would recommend that a more thorough study be done. It would require a Greek Concordance.
There are three primary forms of this word in Greek, the noun form pistis, the adjective form pistos, and the verb form pisteuo. Each form’s meaning is a variant of the word “trust.” Hence pistis is “a trust” in someone or something, pistos is “trusting” as applied to someone adjectivally, and pisteuo literally means “I trust.” It is important to keep this in mind because we have often misunderstood these words (translated as “faith”) in our culture to be, not variants of the word trust.
True faith is more than “believing.” True faith results in change.
When we have true saving faith in Jesus Christ, we see the world and its system in an entirely different way. The Holy Spirit enlightens us as to the true nature of things and actually causes us to think differently. Faith is the unreserved surrender of our will when we received Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. That born again experience is true faith. Faith means deciding to belong to Jesus Christ when we commit ourselves to Him. We must surrender everything and I mean everything to Jesus Christ. He must come first, ahead of everything else in our life.
Faith extends beyond our physical senses. Faith has to be understood spiritually.
Romans 8:5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit.
Let us look at Belief vs. Faith.
Belief – An opinion or judgment in which a person is fully persuaded. The state of believing or conviction or accepting that something is true or real.
Faith – Belief + Action + Confidence. Unquestioning faith does not require proof or evidence.
People get confused and turned around on this point and try to do good things to generate faith. James 2:14 doesn’t say that good things we do produce faith, it said our faith, if it is real and alive, will naturally move us to do good things.
So now you can see how belief and faith are interrelated. The difference between the two is closely related. Because of the close relationship of belief and faith, it clogs up the working of our faith and prevents us from experiencing miracles in our lives. I am a firm believer in the phrase “study to show thyself approved”.
We may think that when we are told ‘to believe’ in the Bible that God is telling us to agree that it is true. What He is really saying is ‘to exercise faith’ and not only agree that it is true but to rely upon it as true and surrender to it.
In the New Testament, faith is given a more individual scope, because of God’s relationship with not only the Jews but also with the Gentiles. There are hundreds of promises in the Bible that God is more than willing to give to us because of His love for us. We have access to these promises by the grace given us in our Lord Jesus Christ. We obtain the promises by faith.
Maybe the answer to some prayer requests are a result of the lack of faith.

LOVE

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LOVE
Love is one of the major themes of the Bible. Some will say that love is the major theme. Others will say that Jesus Christ is the major theme and others will say that faith is and so on. Let us set aside our opinion for now and focus on love. I hope that everyone will agree that God is love. According to the Scriptures, His love is AGAPE love. This is defined by the nature of God. John affirms that God is love in 1 John 4:8. God does not merely love, He is love. Everything He does flows from his love. I know that there are some who will not agree that God is a loving God. I have heard people say that if God is loving, why does He let bad things happen? We must realize that God does not cause bad things to happen, it is Satan. That is a whole another subject.
Pronunciation: uh-GAH-pay
Definition: Agape is selfless, sacrificial, unconditional love. It is the highest of the four types of love.
Now, I pose the question, if you have received Jesus into your life, do you have that selfless, sacrificial, unconditional agape love in your life? Is that not what Jesus is portrayed as having? Does that not come with the term “born again” that Jesus mentions in John 3:3 and stated in 1 Peter 1:23. Agape love is the fruit of the Spirit.
Now let us look at the other three types of love.
PHILEO love
Pronunciation: f ih l – eh
Definition: close tender affection. Christians are exhorted to love fellow Christians with Phileo love. Love one another with brotherly affection.
EROS love (Greek term does not appear in the Bible)
Pronunciation: AIR-os
Definition: the physical, sensual love as between husband and wife. This love is portrayed in the Old Testament book of The Song of Solomon. God created male and female. Within marriage sex is used under this definition for emotional, spiritual bonding and reproduction. I must point out that the Scriptures teach us that a man is commanded to love his wife. If he does this, she will respond to that love and that makes for a happy marriage.

STORGE love (Greek term does not appear in the Bible)
Pronunciation: STOR-jay
Definition: family love, bond between mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters.
Our love is usually misdirected. We lose sight of the eternal for the temporal. Our love is usually focused on self to the exclusion of God and others. This leads to idolatry by focusing part or all our love elsewhere. What did Jesus say were the greatest commandments: Matthew 22: 37-39 – Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: love your neighbor as you love yourself. Most of us love ourselves. We are love breakers more than law breakers.
The expression of love is going to depend on our relationship with life and it’s circumstances and our relationship with God the Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ the Son and the Holy Spirit. As I watch the news both local and worldwide, I see that love in all forms is missing. All I can say is, COME LORD JESUS.

Who Will Be The Final World Ruler?

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WHO WILL BE THE FINAL WORLD RULER?

As we look at today’s world events and see individuals including President Barrack Obama, USA, President Vladimar Putin, Russia, President Bashar al-Assad, Syria, President, Hassan Rouhani, Iran, President Xi Jinping, China, and Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un and many others who through their actions believe that they should be the world’s leader. So, will they live long enough to enjoy such a position and can they become the final world leader?

One thing we have to remember is that the anti-Christ also desires to hold that position. I don’t believe that any of the aforementioned individuals will be the anti-Christ. They may join him in his endeavors. Speculation is that the anti-Christ may come out of the old Roman Empire. I am one to believe at this time, only God knows the answer.

John 14:30 (KJV)
Hereafter I will not talk much with you: for the prince of this world cometh, and hath nothing in me. (This is Jesus speaking)
Even though the aforementioned individuals may covet such a position, they will never be able to acquire it. Why? Because the Bible states that it has someone else in mind for the position of “Final World Ruler”. Who? Jesus Christ the Son of the Living God.

Isaiah 9: 6-7 (KJV)
6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

Daniel 2:44 (KJV)
44 And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever.

Revelation 19: 11-16 KJV)
11 And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.
12 His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name written, that no man knew, but he himself.
13 And he was clothed with a vesture dipped in blood: and his name is called The Word of God.
14 And the armies which were in heaven followed him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean.
15 And out of his mouth goeth a sharp sword, that with it he should smite the nations: and he shall rule them with a rod of iron: and he treadeth the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God.
16 And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, King Of Kings, And Lord Of Lords.

So, as we watch the world events continue to unfold and nations and groups of militants and their leaders attempt to take over the world, people all over the world including the United States of America need to wake up to fact that in the end, only one person will gain control of this world. That person is Jesus Christ. Every person will stand before Him and answer for the life they lived. Jesus is the only one that will stand between you and God’s judgment. I believe that time is coming to a close. Have you asked Jesus to come into your life? The Bible is very clear that there is no other way for you to enter His Kingdom. Please do not wait or put off the most important decision of your life. Invite Him into your life now. You have today with no promise of tomorrow. God bless!

Faith vs. Cancer

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Faith vs. Cancer

I would like to share my experience of being diagnosed with colon cancer in November, 2007. I was on a short vacation in Colorado when I noticed blood in my stool. I kind of brushed it off until I noticed the symptom a couple weeks later. I visited my primary care physician and was immediately scheduled for a colonoscopy. I wasn’t thrilled with going through that procedure. I must say that it was not as bad as I thought The result was a real shocker. I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. My wife and four daughters became very emotional. I felt a strange feeling come over me that I had never experienced before. An inner-voice told me that everything would be OK. I attribute this to having Jesus Christ as my Savior and my Lord.

I was referred to a surgeon who explained the surgery and all the pros and cons to me. Again, I heard this inner-voice tell me to trust in this surgeon. I went through some additional tests as my cancer was located at the base of my rectum. There was a good possibility that I would have to wear a colostomy for the remainder of my life. Again, I heard this inner-voice say: trust me.

After the surgery, the surgeon advised that he had removed the infected area of my colon and some polyps around the infected area. I asked him if it was gone and he said yes. The surgery was successful and the colostomy was not necessary. As a precautionary measure, he advised that I should visit with an oncologist for follow up. I agreed, with reluctance.

My meeting with the oncologist was anything but encouraging. She advised that I needed to take both chemo and radiation treatments for six months. I informed her that I would consider her advice. I immediately began research on my options. Since I considered my health very good, as the only problems I had were sinus infections occasionally, I declined the treatments. Again, I heard that inner-voice say to trust in Him.

I began researching natural ways to treat my condition. I found that there were several natural treatments other than chemo and radiation. The most important was trusting in Jesus Christ. I want to be explicit in stating that doctors are important and we should listen to what they tell us. I believe that doctors were put here by God for our benefit. On the other hand, Jesus is known and was known as the Great Physician. Much of His ministry here on earth was healing. He still heals and I am walking proof of that. It all comes down to faith and believing. The Bible says that if you have faith it shall be done. First, you must invite Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior into your life. I received Jesus as my Savior when I was 19 years old. When I was 43 years old I rededicated my life to Him. It has been 7 years this November since my surgery and I feel great. By the way, I am 78 years old.
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