Sooner Is Better

Forgive me for the musically-inspired prayer again this morning, but as we were out and about yesterday as a family and I had the music on my phone playing through the car stereo, this song started playing. As you're hearing, it's a great up-beat, rock song, played by a band I would have loved to have seen in concert. However, as I listened to the lyrics in light of yesterday's prayer about the world NEEDING Jesus, I thought... what incredible lyrics to consider in light of the effectiveness and efficiency of the church.

"I wish I'd done it a long time ago. I wish I'd given my life to the Lord. I shoulda done it... a long time ago."

There are many things in life that we look about upon and think "coulda, shoulda, woulda." Many circumstances that cause reflection and I wish, if only, gee isn't there a way...

Even secular music acknowledges this life's dilemma... wasn't it Cher, that sang, "if I could turn back time..."

Pastor, even when not given a "direct, salvation message", continues to remind us, that upon hearing the Word of Lord, today is the day of salvation. There are many things worth considering putting off a decision, or "sleeping on it" or there's a process to doing so; yet salvation, in light of eternity is not guaranteed.

Not to mention, the plans and purposes God has for us... what do we miss out on in by post-poning a decision for Jesus Christ? What do we miss out on by putting God on hold and saying no to what He has called us to do and be and accomplish in this world for His glory? Pray such would not be the case.

On this #effectiveSunday, pray today would be the day of salvation for many. May the not delay in coming to Christ. May the Word of the Lord be preached, heard and receive a positive response. Pray lives would be changed for eternity; that God would be glorified and draw many to Himself. May the power of the Cross, through Jesus' life and resurrection break down strongholds and hearts and minds and that today would be a day of freedom in Jesus Christ.

Grateful, to be able to say:
I gave my life to Lord... a long time ago.
For His glory!

- PNC