I have decided

What an amazing weekend. First retreat with Pathway and also first time leading Pathway. I was honored to be able to lead one of the services. Definitely great time of fellowship and learning. Praise God!


No matter how much we fail God. Just reminded that he'll always take us back.

Convinced

³¹ “He said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’”

~ Luke 16:31

The parable sets to remind me that ultimately life is short. The rich man is cast away to Hades not because he is rich, but because he forgot the teachings of Moses and the prophets. He was too comfortable in his life and showed no compassion to those that were suffering. Whereas, Lazarus suffered greatly as a beggar and sits at the right of Abraham. Seeing that nothing can be changed in his predicament, he asks Abraham to send Lazarus back. 

Verse 31 was the response that hit home for me. The verse reminded me of the disciples that followed Jesus around. The whole time they saw miracles one after another, yet when it came down to declaring their faith, they all ran. Examining my life, I see that even though I have the Bible, if I'm not convinced to change my ways I too will be excommunicated with God. Though it is a brimstone and fire type of message, I believe God is telling me that, I need to actively seek him out and change my ways. 


First things first.. that means reading the word more to know "Moses and the Prophets". Then secondly to obey HIS teachings.


Heavenly Father, forgive me for my lack of diligence. I am the rich man too comfortable to change and to self-centered to show compassion. Help me to not ignore the people "outside of my gates", but remind me that all things I have are given from you. I ask that you help me to trust and obey.


In your Sons name
Amen. 



preview of the retreat promo video. must pray for the event. 

 song that ties the video together.