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Although this country (USA) is going through a very difficult economic crisis, we believe that since God is still on the throne, His grace and mercy endures forever. There is still hope and great promise on the horizon. This year, 2009 is the year of fulfillment. God has already blessed this nation with the fulfillment that a person will be judged by the content of their character, rather than by the color of his skin. The dream given to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by God over 40 years ago was realized by the election and inauguration of this country’s first African American President, Barack Obama. And God is not done yet! He wants us to be in expectation of more His glory! He said it would be in comparison to a pregnancy. A woman usually carries a baby for 9 months. In the 9th month, the baby has grown to his maximum weight for the womb and the space has become tight. At this time in the pregnancy the mother has become tired and worn out. She needs relief. This is what we are experiencing now with the economic crisis. Money is tight. Jobs have been lost. We are uncomfortable to say the least. Then, the mother starts to experience contractions. At first they are slight and bearable, and then with each new contraction the pain becomes more intensified. She has the urge to push, but what does the doctor tell her…”not yet, it’s not time”. She endures more pain. Finally, the time comes and the mother is told to push…and as she pushes, she’s grimacing, straining, crying and yelling! This baby can’t come soon enough! Then something so miraculous occurs…with the last push, the baby comes. The mother is relieved as she hears the cries of her new born baby. The grace and mercy of God is revealed in this moment.
Because we are charged by the Great Commission to go and make disciples of all nations, we are committed to ensuring that we include "The Prayer of Salvation" on all our publications. If you want to be saved and have Jesus be the Lord of your life say this little prayer and you will be saved.
"Father God, I humbly come to you acknowledging that I am a sinner and I now repent of my sins. Lord Jesus, come into my heart and forgive me of my sins. Wash me in your blood and make me clean. Baptize me with your Holy Spirit and teach me how to honor you and give glory to your name. I receive you by faith as my Lord and Savior and I thank you for receiving me. In Jesus Name, Amen."
If you said this prayer, you are saved and we welcome you to the Kingdom of God. Please find a good Bible believing church where you can be taught the Word of God. We would love for you to share your experience. Please send us a testimony to pamela@cqtrlymag.com.
