NEW LIFE!

When we are discussing “life”, what is it that we mean? Perhaps a bit of DNA or something in our genes? Some people have stated it’s “the opposite of death”. And some refer to spirits, particularly “meths”. But what was it the Father has given to His Son, That the religious leaders had decided they should shun? We know the Father has it and Jesus has the same. And that we can receive it by the power of Jesu’s Name! But how is it identified? What is it that we see? How do we recognise it in folk like you and me? Let’s begin by saying you won’t find it in the lab. You cannot isolate it and place it on a slab. But when you have it in you, the world will know for sure That deep down in your spirit, there’s a presence that is pure. The face that once was sombre, will break into a smile. The way of life will change and have a very different style. The people whom he mixes with and wants to socialise, Will be a little different; more discerning and more wise. You’ll find that your not reticent and far more self assured. And through tough situations you will know you have endured. Your neighbours will take notice of the way you serve the Lord, Live within your income and buy things you can afford. Disinfect you’re tongue so that the words you speak are clean, Generous to others and not miserly and mean; Willing to help people and to go the extra mile; And when you are insulted, you turn to them and smile. You’ll be a supporter of righteousness and peace; A person of integrity, who’s joy will never cease. Someone who is different and stands out among the crowd. A person who is gentle and not arrogant or loud. Always is contented with the “lot” he has in life, Noticed by the way he loves his children and his wife! A person in relationship with Jesus Christ his King Who has become his treasure; worth more than everything. So what’s the definition of life upon the earth? Jesus’ description was to call it second birth. Nobody can own it; and no one can control, The energy that fills the man in spirit, mind and in soul. No, you can’t define it; and yet it can be seen. It isn’t in a test tube, but the consequence will mean, A change in the behaviour form what it was before; To something that’s so evident that no one can ignore. The difference is visible and plainly can be seen, Will show that Christ the Saviour has washed him squeaky clean!. Jim Strickland – written Wednesday 18th May 2011