The light of the Gospel

Welcome to Garden Ministry, where the soil of the mind is broken up, fertilized, and made ready for the toiling of the Holy Spirit.

Garden Ministry’s purpose is to encourage the workers in the field of the Lord, and to keep them looking up to Jesus.

This is the 24th letter:

Text for the day: 1 Corinthians 4:3-4

But even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing, ⁴ whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe, lest the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine on them.

Our Theme for the day: The light of the Gospel

The gospel of Christ is from beginning to end the gospel of saving grace. It is a distinctive and controlling idea. It will be a help to the needy, light for the eyes that are blind to the truth, and a guide to souls seeking for the true foundation. But if our Gospel be hid, it is hid to those who are lost, whose unbelieving minds the god of this world hath blinded, lest the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 (21st Century King James Version)

Full and everlasting salvation is within the reach of every soul, and it has been in the reach of every generation since sin entered this earth. Today Christ is waiting and longing to speak pardon, and impart the freely offered grace. Jesus is watching and waiting for you, saying as He said to the blind man at the gate of Jericho, "What wilt thou that I should do unto thee?" I will take away thy sins; I will wash you in my blood.

Are you in need of strength to carry the good news of the gospel today, are you feeling faint hearted, and in need of power to do God’s will? Then why not hold on to the words of David, when he said in Psalm 68:35, “O God, thou art terrible out of thy holy places: the God of Israel is he that giveth strength and power unto his people. Blessed be God”.

It is no time to feel down and give lie to the hope that is with in you, and allow the gospel to become dimmed by earthly mindedness. Neither is it time to allow unthankful-ness, and an unholy lifestyle to take over the place where God dwells! The Bible teaches that we are to praise God with our strength, and with our power. Lift up Jesus. Talk of His love, tell of His power, and let self be lost behind the glory of His person and the mighty power of the cross of Calvary. In all the highways of life today, there are souls to be saved. Remember, God has given you the blessings of strength and power, that you may go and help those who are blind and groping in the darkness of sin. Give the light of the gospel to those who will listen to you today, and God will bless you as His laborers.

Our Prayer for today:

Please join us as we pray for the followers of Christ, that they bring no shame to His name.

Remember, you’re the only Jesus some will ever see.

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These letters are written by Elder Kevin Santucci

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