A Christ Follower: The Journey

Hearts of Fire: Eight Women in the Underground  Church And Their Stories of Costly Faith           I recently came across a book that I had no intention of reading.  The book carries the above title.  There are a few things I want to tell you: First,  the book is free.  That by itself usually has the opposite affect on me of even wanting to read it. I tend to think, "If it's free, it cannot be worth reading."  This assumption is absolutely and indisputably wrong! Secondly, you may ask, "How can a book be free?"  Now that's a good question.  It's free because the Voice of the Martyrs nonprofit is trying to do what the news media around the world will not do. They are trying to let the world know what is going on regarding the horrific persecution of the Christian Church around the world. The third thing I want to tell you is you will NOT want to put this book down,  once you have heard each story of these courageous women of faith. Fourth, if

I pray that the eyes of your heart would be enlightened. Ephesians 1:18      I remember the story about a boy who was rolling down the street with his little red wagon close behind.  In the wagon, he had a litter of newly born puppies, and needless to say, the mother was right there following quickly behind, and she was no doubt concerned about her babies.  As the innocent child walked down the street, he saw the local Baptist preacher.  The preacher said, "I see you have some nice 'Baptist' puppies."  The little boy nodded his head politely, smiled and he continued down the road with the mother dog keeping close watch over her children.   About six weeks passed and the puppies were far more active.  Now they actually followed behind the little boy, and so did the mother.  Happiness was all over the boys face.  Mama dog didn't look near as anxious.  The same Baptist preacher strolled by, and he asked, "How are those 'Baptist' puppies doing

#‎ SpreadingGoodNews‬   The Lord doesn't look at time as we do, as a matter of fact, though some think God is slow in keeping His promises, they do not understand God's motives: God, you see, is being patient with human kind. He is being patient with you. He does NOT want you or anyone else to miss out on sharing life with Him forever. So He is taking his own time, and He is doing so that everyone will have the opportunity to turn from their sin, be forgiven and trans formed (Saved.) He wants as many to be in Heaven as possible. Therefore, He is holding off coming back so that you all get the opportunity to be ready. So ... HE's waiting! Based on 2 Peter 3:9 SoJourner