By David Cranford Jesus said: “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” (John 14:6b, CSB) and “Because I live, you will live too.” (John 14:19b, CSB) What is life in Jesus like? Life in Jesus is incarnate– our life is lived in Him and He lives in us Life in Jesus is eternal– eternal in quantity AND quality Life in Jesus is whole– complete, with shalom Life in Jesus is free– there is no condemnation, but justification Life in Jesus is spiritual– our spirit is alive again Life in Jesus is significant– abundant, full of purpose & production Life in Jesus is joyful– comes with a new perspective -> contentment Life in Jesus is thankful– filled with gratitude Life in Jesus is challenging– there is bread to sustain growth Life in Jesus is transformative– changes us & others Scripture is just really clear about this issue of life and Jesus: “The one who has the Son has life. The one who does not have the Son of God does not have life.” (1 John 5:12, CSB) David Cranford is senior pastor of the First Baptist Church in Ponchatoula. This editorial first appeared on his blog. … [Read more...]
The ‘Mailman,’ former NBA legend, delivers to Tech BCM after tornado
By Message Staff RUSTON – Former NBA legend Karl Malone recently gave an assist to the Louisiana Tech Baptist Collegiate Ministry, whose chapel sustained significant damage from an EF3 tornado that touched down in Ruston Thursday, April 25. Malone, a Summerfield native and Louisiana Tech alum, used his construction equipment Friday to help BCM staff and students remove a large tree that had fallen onto the roof of the chapel during the height of the storm. Kevin Inman, director of the Louisiana Tech BCM, said Malone is among the many volunteers who have stepped up to help the BCM to clean up the chapel and grounds. The staff also was joined by BCM staff and students from Northwestern State University and Louisiana State University, Louisiana Baptist Disaster Relief Teams, numerous Louisiana Baptist churches and volunteers from the community. “It’s been amazing to see so many people to give of their time and resources,” Inman said. “We are just so grateful for every single individual who has helped us during this time.” While the chapel was damaged, other areas of the BCM complex were not impacted. Students will utilize the lobby to meet for worship, lunch meetings and other outreach activities while the chapel is … [Read more...]
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Situation reversed as Ruston’s Burkhardt now on receiving end
By Message Staff RUSTON – Hunter Burkhardt has ministered to hundreds as a staff member of Rolling Hills Ministries, but a tornado that severely damaged his home in Ruston Thursday, April 25, left him on the receiving end of much needed assistance. Burkhardt, who serves as human resources manager, arrived at the home of Rolling Hills Ministries Director David Abernathy 15 minutes before the tornado touched down in his neighborhood shortly after midnight Thursday. Once the storm had passed, Burkhardt ventured back into his neighborhood to find numerous downed trees and power lines as well as homes, including his own, badly damaged or destroyed. By early Friday morning, a Disaster Relief team from First Baptist Church in Blanchard and individuals from Grand Cane Baptist Church arrived to remove debris, including two trees that went through his home. Others from the Rolling Hills Disaster Relief Team and residents of Ruston finished removing debris late Friday. Burkhardt said he has appreciated the support and love the community has shown to himself and others since the EF3 tornado devastated homes and businesses. “The response has been phenomenal,” he said. “I’ve seen this community come together and organize at a … [Read more...]
Federal judge issues nationwide block on Trump rule cutting $60 million from Planned Parenthood
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