Dying in Sin ... (John 8:21-30)

Today's scripture: John 8:21-30

The gospel message is oh-so-simple: "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved" (Acts 16:31). That's all it takes. And not only will one be saved from her sins, but she will also have "everlasting life" with Jesus (John 3:16).

So simple.

Yet, so many will "die in [their] sins" because they refuse to believe in Jesus. They do so out of ignorance or arrogance. I know there are many who question what will happen to those who never heard the truth, and I have to believe God loves them and understands this. However, very, very few can say they never heard the truth. Even remote villages in Africa or Australia are being reached with God's word.

No, most who refuse to accept Jesus do so because they are too wrapped up in themselves and the world's enticements. They would rather say there is no God so they can indulge in whatever gives them temporary pleasure. Or they follow a "faith" system that says they can be their own god.

This life is so very short. This world is winding down. One day, each of us will stand before God's throne and give an account for his or her life. What will you say? Will you say that you surrendered your life to God? That you chose to believe in His Son? Or will you fall to your knees and confess a wasted life?

Yes, the gospel message is simple. But you still have to make a choice.

As I've written many times ... Choose wisely.