THE BRIDGE REMAINS
“For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself a ransom for all…” (1 Tim 2:3-6).
Hundreds of years ago, an enormous tree fell across a deep gorge in Arizona. Instead of rotting and falling into the chasm, it eventually hardened like granite. Ultimately, it became a “natural bridge” that has allowed thousands of people to safely cross the gorge. Although fallen trees have little practical use, that tumbled tree continues to benefit people.
Nearly 20 centuries ago Jesus of Nazareth appeared on earth. His unprecedented teachings, countless miracles and compassion for sinners convinced many that He was their long-awaited Messiah. In the end, however, he was betrayed, tried, beaten, scourged, and crucified. Following six agonizing hours on the cross, he breathed his last. His limp, battered body was taken away and buried. His followers were distraught that their beloved Leader was dead and gone. Some of them probably assumed that they had been deceived all along by Jesus.
Three days later, however, Jesus of Nazareth returned to life, emerged victorious from the tomb, appeared to hundreds, and later ascended to His heavenly Father. He became the Living Bridge over which we can safely cross the gorge of death and join Him in Heaven.
Jesus Christ remains the only WAY to heaven – John 14:6. Believe in Him – John 3:16; repent and be baptized – Lk. 13:3 & 5, Mark 16:16; and follow Him to the end and never look back – Lk 9:62.
Be a Light for Christ in 2025!
Dennis
“For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself a ransom for all…” (1 Tim 2:3-6).
Hundreds of years ago, an enormous tree fell across a deep gorge in Arizona. Instead of rotting and falling into the chasm, it eventually hardened like granite. Ultimately, it became a “natural bridge” that has allowed thousands of people to safely cross the gorge. Although fallen trees have little practical use, that tumbled tree continues to benefit people.
Nearly 20 centuries ago Jesus of Nazareth appeared on earth. His unprecedented teachings, countless miracles and compassion for sinners convinced many that He was their long-awaited Messiah. In the end, however, he was betrayed, tried, beaten, scourged, and crucified. Following six agonizing hours on the cross, he breathed his last. His limp, battered body was taken away and buried. His followers were distraught that their beloved Leader was dead and gone. Some of them probably assumed that they had been deceived all along by Jesus.
Three days later, however, Jesus of Nazareth returned to life, emerged victorious from the tomb, appeared to hundreds, and later ascended to His heavenly Father. He became the Living Bridge over which we can safely cross the gorge of death and join Him in Heaven.
Jesus Christ remains the only WAY to heaven – John 14:6. Believe in Him – John 3:16; repent and be baptized – Lk. 13:3 & 5, Mark 16:16; and follow Him to the end and never look back – Lk 9:62.
Be a Light for Christ in 2025!
Dennis
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