Behind all the smiles and masks of many peoples lives lie deep and dark secrets of pain and hurt. Inside of us are truly sobering cries for help amongst some of the cruel blows life can dish out.
Way too often we are unaware of our need for redemption and for a fresh start in life. Is it possible? Is there a way to delve into the deepest and darkest secrets of our soul?
Is there a way to face our reality in a truly honest way - acknowledge our condition - and find deliverance?
Welcome to the heart of Jesus.
Instead of being a victim 2000 years ago, Jesus stands for redemption. He pays the price for all our mistakes, hurts and pain. He is in the business of restoring a broken mankind to what it can truly be - forgiven and redeemed.
But to understand the power of Jesus’ transforming nature, we need to understand what He is. Not just a “nice guy” or a “good teacher.” In Him, the will of God is revealed to mankind. And what’s His will?
“For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.” John 6:40
You may be going through really tough times right now. Deliverance is assured in Jesus. If not right away, certainly on the “last day” - if you believe in Him.
But I believe that this process can be sped up if we have a proper understanding of Jesus’ redemptive nature. And that’s why I invite you to check out this short video on the latest book by Mark Driscoll:
Is this resonating with you? Are you in one of those dark areas? Are you at that point where you just need deliverance and a helping hand? I know at times I am. I can’t wait to get my hands on this book to get to know my King’s heart for me.
In the mean time, here is chapter one. Hope you find hope in the story of Kate’s tragedy. And to my King, I say thank You for your passion towards those who believe in You.
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Wow! That video is really moving! I can really relate 2 one of the stories in particular… Sounds like me a few years back! However, I’ve recently realised even now that there are still hurts of things that have happened 2 me in the past that i just wish could be dealt with already!
I was saying 2 a friend of mine today that with everything thats gone on in my life, “i just thank God, for God!” Its so true though. I hate 2 think where id be now without Him in my life… I total wreck no doubt!
We can get so high and mighty and think we know the way without God, that we can make it on our own with the whole “I can do it by myself, I don’t need God” kinda attitude. Not often enough do we recognise the FREEDOM that comes through Christ, if we’ll only turn 2 Him and lay it all at His feet!
We need 2 become SOOOOO much more humble, and SOOOOO much more willing 2 accept His help. He’s right there offering it 2 us, so why is it that we all 2 often shy away from Him and walk the other way? We need 2 be turning TO God and RUNNING towards Him! Not away from Him! He’s the only one that can ever truly set us free! Free from addiction, free from hurt and pain, free from anything that holds us back in our lives!
I cant wait 2 know him more and more and come 2 that very place where i can experience total restoration and healing from the past… I wish i was there already! I need 2 learn 2 let go so He can take it all from me… If only i knew how 2 completely give it all over 2 Him! It’s only because of my realisation of Gods awesome grace and power that I know one day i will be totally healed and restored.
Thank God for God…. Thats all i can say…
Hi Mel,
Thanks for your transparency in your comments. Your longing to be set free from your past and present comes across really strongly. When I get this book, I will lend it to you so that you get to know the One that can do this for you.
What I’ve learned from Mark Driscoll is that theology is very important. Having a strong and accurate “theology” of Jesus gives us a lot of trust and hope as to what He stands for. This in turn boosts our faith and makes our desire to change in Him much more practical instead of simply longing for change.
Trust me, I need this as much as you do.