An Offense

The message is foolishness, the Man is an offense and His death is a stumbling block.

His words divide.

He calls Himself the way, the truth and the life, and He requires His followers to take up their crosses and follow Him.

Today though, in the name of tolerance and love, Jesus is no longer the narrow way, but one of many broad ways. Christ, King of the Jews, Man of Sorrows, God who became flesh and dwelt among us, and became sin for us, has been remade.

Now we have Jesus, arms open wide, who embraces everyone, even those who choose to reject Him. The Church, the body of Christ, has been demonized. Jesus' followers are simple-minded, mean-spirited, and the world would be better off without them. Hell isn't real, therefore Jesus didn't come to save us from hell, but merely laid down His life so we would have an example to follow. If we follow His example we can usher in "the Kingdom", right here on earth.

The new and improved Jesus sounds good in theory, but in reality, that Jesus doesn't exist. Numerous authors can write best selling books about how non-Christians love Jesus, but don't don't like His followers. They can exhort the church to change their message to something more tolerant, more inclusive, and more loving. Their books have an impact because, by and large, even those inside the church are Biblically illiterate.

The result: ?

What will the result be?

If you are a Christian, I challenge you to study your Bible and see what Jesus said about Himself. Peter tells us to always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks us to give the reason for the hope that is in us. When our faith is really grounded in the Truth we will be able to confidently discuss what we believe. Our love for our Savior will be deeper, and our hearts will ache for those who reject Him.

If you are not a Christian, but you respect Jesus or think He was a good teacher, study the Bible to see what Jesus said about Himself. You may find what you think about Him can not be reconciled with what He said about Himself.

Who is this Jesus? What will you do with Him?

A Give -Away!

I am giving away two reusable, embroidered (with a name of your choice!) and embellished totes to one lucky winner! These make great shopping bags, library bags, or all purpose bags for yourself or Christmas gifts.

To enter all you need to do is:

1) Hop on over to my friend Christina's blog and check out her current and upcoming auctions to raise money for their adoption of two beautiful girls from Haiti.

2) Leave her a comment so she knows you were there and are praying for her.

3) Donate $5 to their adoption through their chip-in button.

That's all you have to do! This contest runs through October 10 at 12:30 pm, at which time the drawing will be held.

Also, for an extra 5 entries into my tote bag drawing, bid on one of her auctions.

Latest Sewing Projects

I have branched out from my reversible apron...a bit! Below are samples of various sewing projects and their prices. I am now taking orders for Christmas. I have enjoyed making mother-daughter apron sets, which make a fabulous gift. Stay tuned for further details about an apron auction for a special cause, as well as a drawing for a set of 2 tote bags!

Set of three personalized burp cloths and a bib- $20.

Reversible apron- $20.

Ruffled apron- $25

Simple one sided apron- $20.

Embroidered and embellished totes (perfect for reusable grocery bags) $8 each.

Meghan's Baptism