Finding Hope in Jesus: A Message of Empathy For CLU Parents and Those De...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life's challenges? Do you find yourself struggling to find hope in the midst of difficult circumstances? If so, this video is for you. In "Finding Hope in Jesus: A Message of Empathy For CLU Parents and Those Dealing With Family, Divorce, Disability, and Vulnerability Issues | Mark 7," we explore the powerful message of empathy and hope found in the Gospel of Mark, chapter 7. Join us as we delve into the struggles faced by families dealing with issues such as divorce, disability, vulnerability, and more. Through the lens of the Gospel, we discover how Jesus offers a message of hope and healing to all who come to him. In Romans 10:9, God says that if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For example, let's say that you are a person who has never fully surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, but you are feeling a tug on your heart to do so. According to Romans 10:9, all you have to do is confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead. This simple act of faith will result in your salvation and the gift of eternal life. So, if you haven't done so already, why not take that step of faith today? Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, and you will experience the life-changing power of God's grace in your life. Whether you've recently gained ground, have been deprived of it, or have been maintaining, we want you to know that we see you and we empathize with your struggles. And to all the followers of Jesus who have been helping us all adapt, thank you for being a beacon of hope and support in these challenging times. In the end, we'll be reminded of the powerful call to action, and we'll explore how CLU's resources can help us take the next steps in our journey of faith. Don't miss this powerful message of hope and empathy. Visit www.CleanLawUnion.com today to learn more about how you can find the support and encouragement you need to face life's challenges with faith and resilience.

"What would Jesus 'do' if someone took His food or property?"

  

In the Bible, there are many stories of Jesus helping people in need. Whether it was healing the sick, feeding the hungry, or giving someone a new life, Jesus was always there to help. But what would Jesus do if someone took His food or property? This is a question debated by Christians for centuries. Some say that Jesus would forgive the person who took His food or property, while others say that He would defend Himself.

 If someone took Jesus' food or property, He would probably be physically uncomfortable. After all, he was part flesh and needed to eat and have a place to sleep. But then Jesus would remember that He's more spiritual and loves. So He would probably forgive the person who took His food or property and try to help them in some way that's compatible with both.

 Are you familiar with the story of when Jesus was in the temple and He overturned the tables of the money changers? If not, let me give you a quick recap. Jesus was in the temple when He saw people turning His Father's house into a marketplace. He became angry and started flipping over tables and chasing people out. When His disciples asked Him why He did this, Jesus replied with, "My house will be called a house of prayer, but you are making it 'a den of robbers.'"

Now, I know what you're thinking. You're thinking that you've never seen Jesus flip over tables in a church, and you're right. You have probably seen it. And I'm sure there are some people out there who would say it's not His style to do something like that anyway.

 In John 10:16, Jesus says, "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." This verse is often used to talk about how Jesus sacrificed His life for us. But what does this verse really mean?

 The word "shepherd" is used throughout the Bible to describe those who care for God's people. In ancient times, shepherds were responsible for their flock's safety and well-being. They would lay down their lives to protect their flock from danger.

 Jesus is saying that He is our Good Shepherd. He will protect us and care for us. And just as a shepherd would lay down his life to save his flock, Jesus laid down His life to save us from our sin.

 In today's world, if someone were to take Jesus' food or property, He would likely do one of two things. He would either confront the person and try getting His food or property back, or He would simply let it go and move on.

 There are a few reasons why Jesus might choose to confront the person who took His food or property. First, He may feel that the person who took it does untruly need it and that He does. Second, He may want to teach the person a lesson about taking what does not belong to them. And third, He may simply be angry at the person for taking something that is rightfully His.

 However, there are also a few reasons why Jesus might choose to let it go and move on. First, He may not want to cause any problems or make a scene.

 If someone took Jesus' food or property, He would likely forgive them and continue to love them. Jesus was all about loving others and giving grace, even to those who sinned against Him. If someone took His food or property, He would probably just give them a gentle reminder that those things are not theirs to take. Jesus would likely want the person to understand why they shouldn't steal before He forgave them and moved on from the situation.

 Regarding our possessions, Jesus has a lot to say. In Matthew 6:19-21, Jesus tells us not to store up treasures on earth, but rather to invest in treasures in heaven. And in Luke 12:15, he warns us against greed, saying that life does not consist of possessions. So what would Jesus do if someone took His food or property?

 First, we should remember that Jesus is not attached to His possessions. He knows that they are just things and that they will not last forever. Second, Jesus is a forgiving person. If someone takes His food or property, He is likely to forgive them. Finally, Jesus is a compassionate person. He would probably be more concerned with the person who took His food or property than with the loss of the food or property itself.

 Furthermore, in Matthew 6:19-21 Jesus says, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be too."

 

How blessed are you today?

The author of the book of Acts in the Bible is not given. I feel like it's because the writer knew God very well and believed our moment here on earth is brief (and not worth admitting we were here). Lol! Anyway, it reminds me of a memorable scene in the movie Taken. When actor Liam Neeson is on the phone with his daughter after she goes on a trip to Paris. But just before the phone call her and her girlfriend were targeted by human traffickers. And while she was on the phone with her dad the traffickers broke in the place she was staying. Her dad told her they were going to take her. And when she could, relay everything she saw about them. But to hide under the bed from the kidnappers in the mean time.

Then out of nowhere, she was dragged kicking and screaming out from underneath the bed.

As she's pulled, she cried "Daddy!" as she dropped the phone. Then she cried out about a tattoo she saw on the man.

Then, when things became silent, one of the kidnappers got on the phone with her dad. And the dad said, "I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you are looking for ransom, I can tell you I don't have money. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills..."

Paul in the book of Acts being taken away from his life for preaching the Godpel reminds me of this scene. Mainly because some people like him get taken away by others who are not Jesus.

And that invisible author of Acts who wrote about Paul being taken reminds of other victims of human trafficking. Those victims who are frail and too afraid to talk about it while they're in captivity.

Yet, Paul (and the author) had a very particular message. I'm sure if God was on the phone today with those who are taking you away from Jesus fast, and crying out, "God!!!," then he'd get on the phone and be like, "I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you're looking for ransom, I can tell you I have a body. But what I do have is a very special message. An offer I'm making that was born to die for you and forgive you..."

Which, I know, is a totally different skill-set than the one Liam Neeson offers to his foes in the movie Taken. But the opponents of truth, love and know-ability are typically the same.

But, like the girl in the movie, then Paul's life included a period of going to prison for two-years at Rome (ch. 28). The results of the message then included Paul on trial in front of then Governor Felix: (Acts 24:1-26), Governor Porcius Festus: (Acts 24:27-25:12), King Agrippa and High Officials (Acts 25:13-26:32) just to cite a few. What some critics today might call "Kangaroo trials" at different times and places regarding one message (speaking the truth and resurrection of Jesus) way back in the past before he was taken.

In Acts 28:27, God goes on to let us know, "For the heart of this people is waxed gross, and their ears dull of hearing, and their (mind's) eyes closed."

Armed with Paul's "very special message," CLU parents and Ephesians 4:13 operatives faced off on the deadly front lines of rescue missions. - weather that's un-know-ability, un-love-ability or denied parental access. God stops at nothing to restore his children that are taken.

Armed with God's "very special message," CLU parents, Ephesians 4:13 operatives, are like Liam Neeson in the movie, facing off everyday on the deadly front lines of rescue missions. - weather that's un-know-ability, un-love-ability, un-counsel-ability, or kids with denied parental access. God stops at nothing to restore his children who are taken

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Laying down our lives and living for Jesus will have God and future generations saying, "The heart of these people were un-waxed, and their ears un-dull, and their eyes un-closed." It's what happens when you're the only ones not taking people away from Jesus.

And this very special skill-set we have with know-ability, love-ability and access-ability could be yours too by confessing "Jesus is Lord" like the Gospel says in Romans 10:9.

The hearts of our kids tomorrow and families of the future will cry out to God differently. Like fresh new music, and their ears will be like freshly sharpened pencils, and their eyes will be like new kittens. They won't be crying, "Daddy!"

(But please, don't tell anyone I said Jesus does this).

God confirms it in Acts 28:28, "Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it."

Taken or not, how blessed are you today?

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