Pentecostal Lighthouse Church

When Jesus hung on the cross, there were two thieves hanging beside him. Both of them were at the end of their lives, but only one of them saw something different in Jesus. As he hung in his final moments of life, he asked Jesus for grace and a second chance. It didn’t matter that he didn’t have long to live. Despite the circumstances, Jesus responded with love and mercy. That thief was given forgiveness and eternal life minutes before his death.

His life may have been marked by crime and regret, but he was still forgiven and promised eternal life. The very same day he entered paradise as a clean man. His simple and profound faith saved him. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter where we are or how far we’ve fallen, it’s never too late to turn to Jesus. There is nothing in our lives that cannot be redeemed.

You might have regrets in your life that you wish you could take back. There might be moments or situations that you aren’t proud of. Maybe you lay awake at night and remember your past choices, or maybe you feel trapped by messes of your own making. Think about the thief on the cross and remember that God’s grace is always available to you. He isn’t tallying up your mistakes, waiting for you to reach a threshold that is beyond his ability to redeem you. His arms are always open, and he is eager to show you mercy.

There is always hope in Jesus. The God you serve is the God of second chances. His love has no end, and his grace has no bounds. It is never too late for you to follow him, start anew, and experience the transformation that he alone can bring. Your heavenly Father longs to be gracious to you no matter where you are or what you’ve done.

“Behold, the LORD's hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear:”
‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭59‬:‭1‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Moses and Aaron (Mario and Luigi)

Today is the day !!!!

Tomorrow is the day ! So exciting ! Bring a guest. Its going to be a great time.

What do we really need? We often get sidetracked by what we want, and we overcomplicate the reality of necessity. Most of our lives are filled with more than we require. We lose sight of what we actually need and then feel disappointed by God when he doesn’t fulfill a list of our whims. We set ourselves up for disappointment by having unrealistic expectations. God faithfully provides for his children, and he is happy to meet our needs. His provision goes beyond our basic needs of food, shelter, and safety. He offers us something far more precious than anything we can muster up for ourselves. He graciously provides us with abundant riches in Christ.

Through Jesus we have access to a life of unspeakable joy. We can have a life that is filled with good fruit even when our physical circumstances are disappointing. Jesus opens the door to a life of selfless love, abundant grace, and unending mercy. Through him we have everything we need to thrive, not just survive. He provides us with more than we can ask for or imagine. He fulfills the deepest longings of our hearts, and he blesses us with his presence every step of the way. What more could we possibly need?

God doesn’t expect you to have everything figured out. He doesn’t need you to approach him with a detailed list that outlines your needs. He knows exactly how to provide for you. He sees each of your days, and he knows exactly how to equip you for them. He never tires of providing for you, and you will never reach a point when you don’t need to rely on him anymore. No matter how you grow in wisdom, strength, or perseverance, there is always more to be found in the presence of God. He is your source, your provision, and your greatest hope.

Today, let the Lord’s faithful provision minister to you. Pay attention to his sustaining grace and recognize all he has done for you. Deliberately turn your eyes away from your list of wants and cultivate thanksgiving for the many blessings you have. Allow the sufficiency of his love to fill you up and remember that you are truly rich.

“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭19‬ ‭KJV‬‬

When we enthrone Jesus as the Lord of our lives, his presence changes everything. Because of his kindness, we are empowered to be kind. Because of his patience, we learn how to be patient. We can look to his character as our example in everything we do. His love permeates every part of who we are and impacts our day-to-day experiences. With Christ in the center of our lives, we experience growth in ways we aren’t capable of on our own. His presence transforms every aspect of our being.

Jesus is responsible for the good things in your life. He is the source of the gifts you’ve been given. You can thank him wholeheartedly for every small blessing you experience. He has given you a multitude of reasons to be thankful. He has filled your life with glimpses of his goodness. From the air you breathe to the food on your table, nothing is too small to give him credit for. He causes the sun to rise and set, and he is worthy of all your praise.

Jesus isn’t just responsible for the good things in your life; he’s also the author of the good things within you. Your tenderness, humor, and talent? That’s Jesus in you. Your faith, perseverance, and loyalty? All the Lord. Even when you are struggling to see physical blessings in your life, you can look within your heart for the work of the Lord. Even when nothing around you is going according to plan, you still have an abundance of unseen gifts. God’s grace and mercy are not small things. You might not be able to see them, but they are miraculously at work within you.

It's easy to get lost in cynicism, negativity, or doubt. The world will never have a shortage of suffering, corruption, or disappointments. You get to choose what you will focus on. You can frantically jump from one problem to the next, or you can keep your eyes steadily on the Lord. Look around you with the expectation that you will see God’s goodness in each of your days. If your desire is to recognize his goodness, you won’t be disappointed.

“O my soul, thou hast said unto the LORD, Thou art my Lord: My goodness extendeth not to thee;”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭16‬:‭2‬ ‭KJV‬‬