[JOYnet] THE SNOW GEESE
There was once a man who did not believe in either the virgin birth of Christ or the spiritual meaning behind it, and was skeptical even about God. He and his family lived in a farm community. His wife was a devout believer and diligently raised her children in the faith. He sometimes gave her a hard time about her belief and mocked her religious observances. "It's all nonsense -- why would God lower himself and become a human like us? It's such a ridiculous story," he said. One snowy day, she and the children left for church while he stayed home. After they had departed, the winds grew stronger and the snow turned into a blinding snowstorm. He sat down to relax before the fire for the evening. Then he heard a loud thump, something hitting against the window... And, still another thump. He looked outside but could not see anything. So he ventured outside for a better view. In the field near his house he saw, of all the strangest things, a flock of geese. They were apparently flying to look for warmer area down south, but they had been caught in the snowstorm. The storm had become too blinding and violent for the geese to fly or see their way. They were stranded on his farm, with no food or shelter, unable to do more than flutter their wings and fly in aimless circles. He had compassion for them and wanted to help them. He thought to himself, the barn would be a great place for them to stay. It is warm and safe; surely they could spend the night and wait out the storm. So he opened the barn doors for them. He waited, watching them, hoping they would notice the open barn and go inside. Nevertheless, they did not notice the barn or realize what it could mean for them. He moved closer toward them to get their attention, but they just moved away from him out of fear. He went into the house and came back with some bread, broke it up, and made a bread trail to the barn. They still did not catch on. Starting to get frustrated, he went over and tried to shoo them toward the barn. They panicked and scattered into every direction except toward the barn. Nothing he did could get them to go into the barn where there was warmth, safety, and shelter. Feeling totally frustrated, he exclaimed, "Why don't they follow me? Can't they see this is the only place where they can survive the storm? How can I possibly get them into the one place to save them?" He thought for a moment and realized that they just would not follow a human. He said to himself, "How can I possibly save them? The only way would be for me to become like those geese. If only I could become like one of them. Then I could save them. They would follow me and I would lead them to safety." At that moment, he stopped and considered what he had said. The words reverberated in his mind: If only I could become like one of them, then I could save them. Then, at last, he understood God's heart towards mankind... and he fell on his knees in the snow. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent his Son into the world not to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. John 3:16,17 love Rose Chennai ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Salvation
Ok ok ok cool down guys. We are just making a disco, so let everybody talk his or her own insights, whether it is right or wrong. There is only one Savior. Salvation is a gift of the Father through the Son. Everybody would be saved through Him only. But that doesnt mean only Christians or only Catholics will be saved. Let us not to be so fundamental. Jesus hates all inhuman laws. Thats why He said, laws should be made for man, not man for laws. I would like to bring your attention to one of the messages from the apparitions of Our Lady at Medgugorje. During a vision Our Lady told the seers that there was a woman who lived in Medjugorje who was very near sainthood. The seers asked her name. They were shocked at the response. The woman near sainthood was a Moslem. Being Catholic, the seers asked how a Moslem could be near sainthood. The Lady replied, These are things for God to decide. Yes I agree with George, it is our fault that we do not carry the word to others. Thats why the majority of the world doesnt know the Savior. 12 disciples went all around the world and did their duty. Today there are around 100 crores of disciples in this world. If all of them proclaimed the Good News to 6 people only the whole world would have known the Savior. Sebastian ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] I AM...
Dear Friend, When the enemy comes to us with discouraging comments and encouraging us to quit our work towards the Lord, it is very important that we renew our mind and speak the Word of God out loud so the enemy can hear it. The enemy tried to discourage me many times and let me tell you that when I stand firm and speak the scriptures, those thoughts flee from me faster then when they entered my mind. Be encouraged and when in doubt, speak the scriptures out loud and see the deliverance of the Lord. Believe me, it works! This isn't a poem or a story but it has great power and that's why I wanted you to have a copy. It is wonderful to read it whenever troubles come my way. I encourage you to print off a copy or keep it handy in your email box so you can get quick access when you need to fight off satan and his wicked thoughts. I AM 1. A child of God (Romans 8:16) 2. Redeemed from the Hand of the Enemy (Psalms 107:2) 3. Forgiven (Colossians 1:13-14) 4. Saved by Grace through Faith (Ephesians 2:8) 5. Justified (Romans 5:1) 6. Sanctified (I Corinthians 6:11) 7. A New Creature (II Corinthians 5:17) 8. Partaker of His Divine Nature (II Peter 1:4) 9. Redeemed from the Curse of the law (Galatians 3:13) 10. Delivered from the Powers of Darkness (Colossians 1:13) 11. Led by the Spirit of God (Romans 8:14) 12. A Son of God (Romans 8:14) 13. Kept in Safety Wherever I Go (Psalms 91:11) 14. Getting All My Needs Met by Jesus Christ (Philippians 4:19) 15. Casting All My cares upon Jesus (I Peter 5:7) 16. Strong in the Lord and in the Power of His Might (Ephesians 6:10) 17. Doing All Thing through Christ Who Strengthens Me (Philippians 4:13) 18. An Heir with God and a Joint Heir with Jesus (Romans 8:17) 19. Heir to the Blessings of Abraham (Galatians 3:13-14) 20. Observing and Doing the Lords Commandments (Deuteronomy 28:12) 21. Blessed Coming in and Blessed Going out (Deuteronomy 26:6) 22. An Heir of Eternal Life (I John 5:11-12) 23. Blessed with All Spiritual Blessings (Ephesians 1:3) 24. Healed by His Stripes ( I Peter 2:24) 25. Exercising My Authority over the Enemy (Luke 10:19) 26. Above Only and Not Beneath (Deuteronomy 28:13) 27. More than a Conqueror (Romans 8:37) 28. Establishing Gods Word Here on Earth (Matthew 16:19) 29. An Overcomer by the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of My Testimony (Revelation 12:11) 30. Daily Overcoming the Devil (I John 4:4) 31. Not Moved by What I See (II Corinthians 4:18) 32. Walking by Faith and Not by Sight (II Corinthians 5:7) 33. Casting Down Vain Imaginations (II Corinthians 10:4-5) 34. Bringing Every Thought into Captivity (II Corinthians 10:5) 35. Being Transformed by Renewing My Mind (Romans 12:1-2) 36. A Laborer Together with God (I Corinthians 3:9) 37. The Righteousness of God in Christ (II Corinthians 5:21) 38. An Imitator of Jesus (Ephesians 5:1) 39. The Light of the World (Matthew 5:14) 40. Blessing the Lord at All Times and Continually praising the Lord with My Mouth (Psalms 34:1) Our words are very important (Proverbs 18:21) and most people really don't understand that when they speak a word of blessing or a word of cursing; it's just like a farmer planting seeds in the ground. You will get out of the ground whatever you put into it (Galatians 6:7-9), so be wise and careful when you feel sick and discouraged. Make sure the right words come out of your mouth. The Bible declares in Romans 4:17, "to call those things that be not as though they were." When you feel sick, speak a word of healing (Isaiah 53:5), when you feel tired, say you are strong (Joel 3:10). Remember, God spoke; and it became whatever He said it to be (Genesis 1:3-29) and the Bible says we were made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26), so we have power in our mouth just as the Master does. I encourage you to claim your healing, prosperity and happiness all in and through the Mighty name of Jesus Christ. Stand strong and be encouraged and hold on to the promises that God has made to all who Believe in Him and His Holy Word. Read and meditate on these scriptures: Joshua 1:8-9 "This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest." Romans 12:2-3 "be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith." Ephesians 6:10-13 "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his mig
[JOYnet] Big crowd to wash up
Hello again By god's grace - I was able to wash up and cleanse myself again today. It was only when I reached the hall did I see so many of them waiting there to do the same early in the morning at 6.30. Being first friday of the month , my father, mother ,wife n daughter - all of us planned to go for confession n attend mass today morning. The motivation came from one of our prayer group member.He said that his parish priest had informed them - "if u attend 9 consecutive 1st friday mass and receive jesus after being purified(by confession)- You will have a peaceful death". I was really surprised to find so many waiting for confession early in the morning on a working day. How regular is our sacramental life ? In our busy schedule do we make time for such. regards Berly/cochin ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Our Work Versus Our Value...
Our Work Versus Our Value The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. Genesis 2:15 Man was created to have seven basic needs. Each of us has a need for dignity, authority, blessing and provision, security, purpose and meaning, freedom and boundary, intimate love and companionship. When we go outside God's provision to meet these needs, we get into trouble. Every man has a need to work and gain satisfaction in caring and seeing something come from his efforts. Many of our basic needs are derived from our work; it was one of the first acts God did for man in the Garden of Eden. He gave him responsibility to care for and work the Garden. God knew man needed to be productive. He needed to gain satisfaction from his work. The danger of this is when we allow our work to be our complete source of purpose and meaning in life. This leads to a performance-based life. A performance-based life says, "As long as I perform in my work, I am acceptable to myself and others." This is a subtle trap for all of us. It can lead us to become workaholics if we are seeking acceptance through what we do. Sometimes this can be on a subconscious basis. Our value must be centered in Christ, not in what we do. If we lose our job or our business, this should not devastate us if we are centered in Him. It will certainly create difficulties, but God is the orchestrator of all the events in our lives for His purposes. Even difficult times have purposes. Today, ask the Lord if you have a proper balance in your work life. Is Christ the central focus? If you work long hours, ask yourself why. You might discover that God may not be the central focus. ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Prayers of the week.
Dear Friends in Christ, The storm is cleared and we are back in the calm sea. JOYnet is bubbling with JOY and Love. Thanks to all for praying for JOYnet. Let us continue praying for the spiritual growth of this community. Given below are the prayers that came to PlayerNet during the week. Please remember each of these intentions in your prayers. Some of them have thanked our Lord and you all for the blessings received. Love and prayers, Fred. Thanksgivings: -- Jobin: I reached Bhubaneswar safely in spite of the tensions in Tamil Nadu. Thanks to God and you all for your prayers. Manoj: Every thing went on smooth with the formation of the company and we got incorporation today. Praise Lord! And Thank you all for keeping us in your prayers. Shalini: Thanks a lot for all your prayers. After the accident, there's not a scratch on my husband though the car is in pretty bad shape. Prayer Requests: 1. Welchy: pls pray for these 2 legionaries actively involved in the Legion Of Mary - Mumbai Bro Custodio: who expired with a heart attack last week. Bro Sylvester: who is very sick. 2. For Rose's cousin who has got into bad company that he may come back and restore peace and love in the family. 3. For Vidhya's father who is disturbed due to the political happenings in Tamil Nadu. Also pray for peace in that state. 4. For Sippy who is preparing for exams that he may perform well and get good results. 5. For Roshan and Sofi that they be guided by the Holy Spirit in all walks of life. For the safe delivery of the unborn child Sofi is carrying. 6. For Nayana aunty who is a Hindu but a Christian by faith. Pray for her husband's speedy recovery from stroke. Also pray that she may stand bold in front of others who oppress her due to her faith. 7. For KAIROS-2001 conference (5th to 8th July) being held for the renewal activities in America. 8. Lysa requests your prayers for Jesus Youth Manipal core group and the coming Campus meet 2002. 9. For Rani to get courage and strength. Also pray for her aged parents. 10. For good health of Roshan's sister Reena and the triplets she is carrying. 11. For Thomas Babu and his family and their health. Also for performing better in his job and achieving the companies target. 12. For Luke that he may get the expected marks in the papers he is sending for rechecking. 13. For Aniesh who is looking out for a good job that he may succeed in the interview. 14. For Shanti Francis who is retired from the job and is finding difficulty in getting her pension. 15. Jose Kurian's wife Sherin whose delivery is due on 14th July. Please pray for good health of Sherin and the baby. 16. For Renu who is an engineering student waiting for exam results. ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Birthday of vazhapilly joseph immanuel
Hi Friends Let's celebrate the birthday (July 06) of vazhapilly joseph immanuel. Please send your greetings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] God Bless JOYnet Family ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Thankyou 4 prayers.
dear friends, Thanks a lot 4 all your prayers. There's not a scratch on my husband though the car is in pretty bad shape. It was drunk auto driver who came towards and hit the car inspite My husband taking it off the road. The driver has some fractures nothing seriuos. Thanks for your prayers as a result, everything went smoothly. God bless you all, shalini. ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Whose Attitude......
Loving Friend, Some more food for DEEP thought. A story is told about a soldier who was finally coming home after having fought in Vietnam. He called his parents from San Francisco. "Mom and Dad, I'm coming home, but I've a favor to ask. I have a friend I'd like to bring home with me." "Sure," they replied, "we'd love to meet him." "There's something you should know the son continued, "he was hurt pretty badly in the fighting. He stepped on a land mine and lost an arm and a leg. He has nowhere else to go, and I want him to come live with us." "I'm sorry to hear that, son. Maybe we can help him find somewhere to live." "No, Mom and Dad, I want him to live with us." "Son," said the father,"you don't know what you're asking. Someone with such a handicap would be a terrible burden on us. We have our own lives to live,and we can't let something like this interfere with our lives. I think you should just come home and forget about this guy. He'll find a way to live on his own." At that point, the son hung up the phone. The parents heard nothing more from him. A few days later,however, they received a call from the San Francisco police. Their son had died after falling from a building,they were told. The police believed it was suicide. The grief-stricken parents flew to San Francisco and were taken to the city morgue to identify the body of their son. They recognized him, but to their horror they also discovered something they didn't know, their son had only one arm and one leg. Do we dawn the attitude of those parents atimes? May Jesus give each one of us the grace to be Like him and have His attitude all the time. Jesus Bless Betty ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Salvation
Have you ever noticed that the word "Salvation" is almost strictly a Christian vocabulary word? (With the exception of Judaism.) I haven't heard this word in the vocabulary of any of my non-Christian friends. It's quite interesting. So what could that possibly mean? There's no such thing in other religions, possibly? That's one take on it. But I could also be extremely wrong when I say that Salvation is a Christian vocab word. I do think that people of all religions are saved. Our God is a merciful God. To Him, there really isn't a difference between all the different denominations of Christians. He doesn't care if he's called God, Father, Christ, Holy Spirit, Jehovah, Alpha and Omega, Allah... etc, etc, etc. A rose will always smell and be pretty by whichever name it is called. Just the same, no matter what we call God, He is still the same all-powerful, almighty and ever-loving Father. All that matters to Him is that we love each other. By doing so, we love Him, because He lives in each of us- He made each of us in His own image and likeness. If you are a true Christian, you should realize this. As Christians, though, I think we have more to live up to since we are more educated in what God wants of us. Just because we're baptized doesn't mean we're automatically saved. We have to work to be saved. It's a hard earned gift. God is a very responsible Father- he will only give what is rightly due to you. He won't just give gifts if you don't do work. As for Hindus and Buddhists, well, it's very tricky, I think. God is merciful. If you love each other, you love him, so if a Hindu loves everyone around him, respects the lives around him and lives an honest life, I don't see why he wouldn't be received in Heaven. Since he hasn't studied The Bible, he wouldn't be required to do all that is asked. A sin isn't a sin until you KNOW that what you are doing is wrong. If you do something w/out knowing that it is wrong, then it isn't a sin. That's about all I'd like to say about that right now. In Christ, Christine PRAY FOR KAIROS! _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Cheap Travel ex India
Dear Cash Strapped Jesus Youth, Ex Delhi there is a price war war going on among the International Airlines. It is a good time to attend events that are taking place abroad. Price levels are around at Rs 22000/- to any place in Europe and Rs 33,000/- to any place in the US for premium airlines ex Delhi. Regards, German George For regular News updates go to http://in.news.yahoo.com ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Final Judgement
Regarding Salvation I have something to share. Salvation is an experience and a state of life. Salvation is individual. Life is not a game and Salvation is not the last moment goal. Salvation is an ongoing process. Salvation means to re-link us with God and experience the love of God. Salvation is the life of grace. Salvation is not only a life after death but it can also be experienced during our life in this world. Salvation is not like getting a pass to enter into a movie house but it is a day by day growth in spiritual life. Also I wish to say that, JESUS is the ONE and ONLY Savior. There is no alternative for JESUS. If we say that there are many ways to get salvation then there is no need of evangelization and even there is no need of a mailing list like JOYNET. If Christianity is ONE of the ways to salvation then there is no need of a church also. If somebody things that there is no difference between Christianity and other religion means we failed to witness our Lord Jesus Christ. That is why Gandhiji said: I love Christ but not Christians. Let us proclaim our Lord to all nations. Jesus is the only judge. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. So it is NOT our duty to judge the other religious people. God has a definite plan for each and everyone. The big command to us is: Go and proclaim Good News to all creations. Let Jesus judge. Let us pray! Come Holy Spirit, fill our hearts with your holy gifts. Assist us, O Holy Spirit, in all the trials of life, enlighten us in our ignorance and advise us in our doubts, Amen. With love and prayer, Biju Antony/ Kuwait. -- ___ FREE Personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup FREE PC-to-Phone calls with Net2Phone http://www.net2phone.com/cgi-bin/link.cgi?121 ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
RE: [JOYnet] Salvation.............
Dear Friends, May God's peace which is far beyond human understanding (Phillipians4:7) be with you as you read this mail. I'm trying here to put forth what the Bible says about our topic in discussion and not just saying something because of what I feel. I had quoted the verses John 3:36 & 18 in my previous mail. Now someone can say that John was talking to the Jews or Christ was talking to Nicodemus and that verse need not be applied to us. That way then someone else may say that the 13 letters written by Paul will be for those particular people only like Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, etc. This might lead us to ask hey, where's the letter written for Indians or which part of the Bible is for us. I stress the importance of Bible as it is the word of God for the people of all generations. Join me in reading II Timothy 3:15-16. ' And you remember that ever since you were a child, you have known the Holy scriptures, which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to Salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16 All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching the truth, rebuking error, correcting faults, and giving instruction for right living.' In verse 15 Paul says that Salvation is through faith in Christ Jesus. In verse 16 we can see that the Bible is inspired by God. It is true that God's grace is for all and anyone/everyone can approach him, BUT through Christ alone. Lets read Galatians 2:21where Paul says, 'I refuse to reject the grace of God. But if a person is put right with God through the Law, it means that Christ died for nothing!' So if someone says that by leading a good life one can reach heaven, it will imply that Christ has died for nothing. But the Bible says and we all agree that Christ is our redeemer, our Lord and our Saviour. To Him be glory forever. Amen. Speaking about those who have never heard about Christ, I'll say that just as we have been brought to the knowledge of Christ, they also will be. How? God's kingdom is expanding and reaching each and every corner of the world. You too as an individual can contribute to it, by praying for it and for all those who are preaching the good news about Christ. Note: All the above verses are from Today's English Version Bible. Thanks for reading and God Bless. George. > -Original Message- > From: Suni Lopez [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2001 8:10 AM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: RE: [JOYnet] Salvation. > > Hi All, > > What if a lawyer brakes the law??? what the court will do???Punishment > will be to the maximumSo as we christins..we study law of lord's > kingdom > through the Gospel...We have taken enrolment as the lawyers of the law of > lord by baptism and we do our refresher course by Holy mass. Even then we > brake the law!!!.. > But general men, even though they don't know the actual law by it's > sections > and by section. they obey and practice it on moral grounds, That is enough > for the state(Holy Father) not to punish them - SALVATION is theirs too(by > the blood of Lamb). > On the other hand it is the responsibility of the lawyers to make the > public > aware of law - to preach the gospel ( not only by lengthy speech but by > daily practice). But where we stand as lawyers of the Kingdom of lord, We > don't know how to prepare a bail application for our brothers!! how to get > an anticipatory bail for ourself,if we violate the law,we prefer to go to > our hideouts instead of seeking the way of law and asking for the mercy of > God or at least refer the case to the Master Lawyer-JESUS. > Ha...one more thingIt is not accepted by the court, as an excuse for > not > obeying the law, that one don't know the existence of a particular law. > So I think who don't violate the law obeys it and will be saved even if he > is not aware of the law in totality. > Love in JESUS, > > Suni Lopez > Bangalore > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2001 1:26 AM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: Re: [JOYnet] Salvation. > > > Hi Jobin, > Like I said in my previous email, I don't think it is completely > impossible > for a non Christian to be saved. But I also think there are advantages in > > being a Christian because they know more about how God is going to judge > the > > people. The tribal guy can be saved if God is satisfied with the way he > lived on the earth based on what he knew. > > God Bless, > Lovely Thomas/ Chicago/ USA > > Here is what I wrote before: > > I think that we have no reason to judge whether somebody else is going to > heaven. Except for saints we cannot make any assumption that somebody is > in > > Heaven, Hell or Purgatory. It is entirely up to God to decide whether a > Hindu > or Muslim or Sikh or Jew or Christian will go to heaven. But I also > believe > > that for Christians, who > came to know Jesus, denying or ignoring t
Re: [JOYnet] Salvation.............
Dear freinds, I had been asking myself about salvation as many of our friends have already shared their thoughts. Then I happened to be there for a prayer gathering this week and Br.Pappachen's (I think most of us would know him from Devine / Potta) sharing was going on. and to my surprise he was sharing about the same topic. Then I knew it was also for us-The Joynetters. As this is a wide topic I do not say this is all about it. But this is what I have gathered from what he said. The previous week he was in Sharjah and there was a one day retreat for the youth in which there was a panel session in which there came the same question as above and the discussions were going on and on. But his thoughts were exactly same as what Lovely had mentioned in her last mail that is "we have no reason to judge whether somebody else is going to heaven and its entirely up to God to decide whether a Hindu or Muslim or Sikh or Jew or Christian will go to heaven" There are many things we are asked to do and let's consentrate on them and leave the rest for God. Let's also not forget the words of Pope "THERE ARE RAYS OF TRUTH IN ALL THE RELIGIONS". Prayerful regards Sijo Mooken Abu Dhabi ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
[JOYnet] Will you share His love...
Will you share His love... Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done and proclaim that his name is exalted. --Isaiah 12:4 New International Version It is wrong to think God's love for the nations began only with Jesus and the Great Commission. Remember Jonah's preaching to save Israel's great enemy, Nineveh? Remember the precious story of Ruth? God loves all people and wants them to come to share in his grace. As Christians, we are his salt and light, here to touch all the people of the world and beckon them to come back to the Father who loves them. MY PRAYER... Holy God, stir in my heart a greater passion to share your love with the world. May my life, my money, and my concerns be used to do more of your work throughout the world. Please bless the efforts of all those who share the Gospel of Jesus in a culture other than their own. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen. ** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] To know more about Jesus Youth, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org **
