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Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others - Philippians 2:4
CELEBRATING TEN YEARS OF MINISTRY 2015-2025
FRONT PAGE ARTICLE
Not far off
by David G. Rose
Most of us know people that are “sorta” Christians. They enjoy the company of Believers and have learned to go with the flow with religious people. But the “sorta” Christian lives a life that is lacking full commitment. They have one foot in spiritual endeavors, but the other foot remains consumed with the pleasures of this world.
These half-hearted Christians are described in Revelation 3:14-15 ESV, “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God 's creation. I know your works: you are neither cold nor hot. Would that you were either cold or hot!’”
On the one hand, we should not judge another person’s dedication to God. It is personal and holy. However, the Bible clearly provides signs of a person who has not fully committed to Christ. A good example may be found in an unusual story in Mark 12.
A Scribe came to Jesus and asked all the right questions. Jesus answered the Scribe with wisdom and veracity. The Scribe responded to Jesus with a clear understanding of Divine truth. And as Jesus commended the Scribe for his spiritual comprehension, Jesus also noted that he had not yet fully committed. Jesus said in Mark 12:34 KJV, “Thou art not far from the Kingdom of God.”
“Not far” means that the Scribe had not yet arrived.
Some of the traits of a person that is “not far” from the Kingdom include:
a. They may have a desire to be a better person
b. They may be convicted of their sins and know that they should live a cleaner life
c. They know the right words to say when discussing spiritual things
d. They may have a “head” knowledge of the scriptures
e. They may have made progress in being a better person
But they have never truly confessed their sins to God and sincerely repented of their unscriptural actions. They therefore remain “not far” from the Kingdom. Something is holding them back from full commitment.
It could be that their life is too filled with many of the good things of this world. Those things bring a measure of satisfaction and releasing them is just too great a sacrifice. So, they stay “not far” by choice.
Or possibly they enjoy the middle course of life where they can dabble on both sides. They enjoy sinful pleasures for a time, and then rush to their spiritual friends for some kind of mind cleansing that comes from them. But they remain “not far” by choice.
Some may have convinced themselves that they are already a Christian because they know about the culture and feel something when they surround themselves with Believers. Though they have absorbed the atmosphere of Christianity, they have refused to meet the Biblical conditions set by Jesus. They are “not far,” indeed.
What must I do to be saved? On this webpage (BELOW) the Steps To Finding New Life in Christ are provided. Prayerfully consider each step and choose Christ as your personal Lord and Savior.
Next Week: The Foolish Farmer
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Current/recent affiliations include:
DRM - David Rose Ministries
AG - Assemblies of God
FBAS - Board member of the Fort Bend
Archaeological Society
FBCHC - FT. Bend County Historical Commission
FBH - Fort Bend Herald newspaper articles
XP - Xulon Press
FBHA - Fort Bend History Association
JPT - Jerusalem Prayer Team
JPN - JUMAA Prayer Network (Reaching Muslims)
PRST - Pastors' Resource Support Team
MCA - Morton Cemetery Association
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Sunday Devotional
December 7, 2025
I know your works
SCRIPTURE
& PRAYER
Revelation 2:2-3 ESV - I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have tested those who call themselves apostles and are not, and found them to be false. I know you are enduring patiently and bearing up for my name's sake, and you have not grown weary.
Prayer: Dear Lord, I offer to you today all of my praise and thanksgiving, my Savior and King. The scripture today reminds me that the eyes of the Lord can see throughout the earth. Both the good and the evil deeds of mankind are seen by our omnipresent God. Nothing is hidden or suppressed before Him. And you observe our labor if it is sincere or disingenuous. Help me to be a genuine and faithful servant in all that I do for you. In the Name of Jesus I pray.
THE MIND OF CHRIST
What Are We Waiting For?
New Series on Bible Prophecy
by David G. Rose
Christian Believers live with the Blessed Hope of the Return of Christ. For the next few weeks, we will delve into this important teaching. The basis of our thoughts will be found in 1 Thessalonians 1:10 KJV, “And to wait for His Son from Heaven, whom He raised from the dead, even Jesus, which delivered us from the wrath to come.”
After hearing the preaching of the Apostle Paul, the Believers at Thessalonica had turned from idol worship to full commitment to Christ. Turning away from sin and turning toward God is the sign of complete devotion. And as Paul noted, they now joined all Christians as they wait for God’s Son to return to earth from Heaven.
But as we wait for Christ, what else are we waiting for? In this series, we will highlight 7 major matters for which we wait. Lamentations 3:35 ESV, “The Lord is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul who seeks Him.” Waiting is not always easy. But the time of waiting can be a valuable occasion for personal soul-searching and loving outreach to those trapped in the cares of this world.
Join us for the next seven weeks in holy anticipation and spiritual preparation.
Next week: Waiting for His Son from Heaven
Therefore, comfort each other and edify one another.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
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GUEST ARTICLE
Guest columnist: Wayne Brent retired from the software industry, and his interests include golf, reading, and bridge. He and his wife have been married for 37 years.
Hearing aids aren't
the complete answer
by Wayne Brent
As I have become older my hearing has diminished, and with it my ability to easily understand what people are saying. About a year ago a friend recommended an audiologist who was able to improve the situation.
However, as beneficial as the hearing aids have been, there were times when I was not catching all of the conversation. After some thinking, I realized this was due to not paying full attention to what to was being said.
The difference between hearing and listening became clear because I could no longer use the excuse that I had not caught what had been said. Now it was up to me to do a better job of listening. While hearing aids can improve hearing, they cannot improve listening ability.
Maybe the gradual loss of hearing contributed to a lack of focus, or I just got lazy about concentrating on what was being said. Either way, the situation needed improvement and is currently a work in progress.
This increased awareness of not listening, even with my better hearing, made me wonder whether I was listening closely to God even though I had never lost the ability to hear Him.
Long story short, this did need improvement and still does. I’m thankful for the lesson the hearing aids pointed out with “just because you can hear it, doesn’t mean you’re listening to it.”
“He who has ears, let him hear.” Matthew 13:9
Steps to
Finding
New Life
in Christ
If you desire to make Christ the Lord over your life, here are six important steps to take right now:
1. Admit that you have sinned against God- Romans 3:23
2. Understand that Jesus died for your sins and offers cleansing and salvation - Romans 5:8
3. Remember that if you continue to ignore the call of Christ, you will spend eternity separated from God - Romans 6:23
4. Place your faith in Christ. He will save you and provide a life of blessing - Romans 8:1
5. Confess your sins to Christ and repent for your works against God - Romans 10:9-10
6. Invite Jesus to be the Lord and Master of your life - Romans 10:13
Pray this prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and need your forgiveness. I believe that only you can forgive sins. I ask you to come into my heart, forgive my sins, and be the ruler of my life. Thank you for saving me from my sins. Thank you for the love that you show me everyday. I now know that eternal life is a gift given from you. I pray and ask that you be the Lord of my life, lead me, guide me and
direct my path that I may walk each and every day with you. In the wonderful name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
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Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep
for words.
Romans 8:26 ESV