Friday, April 17, 2009

It's Never Too Late


It's never too late for anything...even change...even redemption. Nobody is too far down the road that he can no longer change nor be redeemed. That is the lie fostered by Satan- that one can be so steeped in sin and wickedness that he becomes unredeemable. The grace of God is so infinitely limitless that even the whole world of sin can be erased by it and make a new man out of the depraved former self. The only price we have to pay for that inestimable grace of salvation and deliverance is to humble ourselves before God, confess our sins to Him and accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and savior, and let Him wash clean all the stains and blots in our souls brought about by sin. We have been alienated with our Father because of pride, the insatiable quest for self glory and pleasure seeking. And we believe the lie of Satan- that the ultimate goal of one's life on earth is the pursuit of one's happiness; that as long as one is happy then everything is alright with his life. That is a big lie, one big rotten lie. We were created by God for His own purpose and never for our own. He made us overseers over all His creation but definitely subject to His own infinite lordship over our own lives. He created the whole world for us to subjugate, cultivate and nurture for our own sustenance. He gave us laws to teach us to obey His will. And finally, He sent His only begotten Son to redeem us from our slavery to sin, disease and death which Satan had used to enslave us. The only price we have to pay is humility on our part and acceptance of Jesus Christ as our Lord and savior. There is no other way to heaven. "Jesus answered, 'I am the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me" (John 14:6). And, "salvation is found in no one else for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12). As long as one is still alive, he can never be too far off to be redeemed. Let us retrace our steps back to the fold of God's kingdom.

Tags: God, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, Salvation, Redemption, Change, Grace of God, Humility, Lord, Savior, Pursuit of Happiness, The Way, The Truth, The Life, Man, Sin, Depravity, Degradation, Freedom, Joy, Peace, Love, Patience, Perseverance, Self Control, Word of God, Bible, World


Posted by: Mel Avila Alarilla

Philippines
Inspirational/Spiritual/Motivational

16 comments:

Anonymous said...

Believe in God and Believe in oneself - The success mantra.

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Hobo,
Yes, I agree with you my friend. God bless.

Chubskulit Rose said...

Thanks for sharing Kuya Mel, a good reminder for us especially those who are starting to lose their way to Jesus' teachings..

john said...

Yup it's never too late. Before I met Rose, I was wandering with my faith. I don't follow any religion or whatsoever, but when I met her, it gave me light and direction that in forming a family we have to believe in one faith... Faith to Jesus that is!

Lo Kelween said...

'one big rottne lie' is not enough power to describe the lies made to us by satan. ;)

Tey said...

yes Mell this how big our Lord's Heart. If we can only learn how to humble ourselves. He is always there to accept us. Thanks for this wonderful eyeopener.
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Jaggu said...

Hi Mel, how are you? It is long time I am coming to your blog. As usual, you inspire us always

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Jaggu,
Yes I remember you. I'm very fine, thank you. I hope you are also fine and in the best of health. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless.

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Rose,
It's a reminder that we can always return to God as long as we are still alive. Thanks for your visit and inspired comments. God bless you always.

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi John,
Yes, Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. Nice that you found your way back to God. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless.

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Eel Wind,
Yes he is the father of all lies. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless you always.

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Tey,
It's the reality. There is always a way back to God's kingdom if only we will humble ourselves and accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and savior. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless you always.

tin-tin said...

we are always given a another chance

krystyna said...

It's never too late to come to Jesus.
If I can add:
The Holy Spirit and the bride say: "Come!" Let those who hear say: "Come!" Anyone who wants to take the free gift of the water of life should do so.Very important message and much needed. Thank you Mel!

God bless you and your family!

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Tin-tin,
Yes, it's never too late for anyone to come into repentance and be with God. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless you always.

Mel Avila Alarilla said...

Hi Krystyna,
Yes, the Holy Spirit beckons everyone to come and share in the kingdom of God. May man heed this invitation. Thanks for your visit and comments. God bless you always.


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