However
- PLEASE NOTE - the article
that appeared in the
"AUTUMN
2001 NEWSLETTER" was sent to many households via the Postal
Service, and is now posted onto this Web Page
Dear
Reader,
Autumn
is again a lovely season that is to be to be enjoyed in the year 2001.
In the
month of October, we again see colorful foliage that makes for many
picturesque scenes for any photographer.
The
month of November brings thoughts of Thanksgiving gatherings, and the
festive meals that will become memorable occasions for many families.
The
month of December will bring the beautiful tribute of Christ’s Birth,
thus reminding us of His Life while He lived on earth, and the Saving
Grace that was accomplished on Calvary’s cross for me and for you.
Although
our lives may be occupied with the surrounding of our everyday
happenings, please take a moment to read the articles that focus on the
secular and spiritual aspects.
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On
March 26, 2001, I had an opportunity to be a juror for a civil court
case. The following article makes reference to God and my
experience as a juror.
SECRETS
OF THE HEAVENLY KINGDOM
Written
by Johanna S. Hobrath
What
is a secret? A secret can be defined with many words via the English
language. A secret, generally speaking, is an occurrence that one person
tells to another person, thus requesting that the occurrence to be kept
secret.
What
is the “Heavenly Kingdom”? The Heavenly Kingdom may also be referred
to “Heaven” where the Triune God dwells with the saints that no
longer live on this earth.
What
are the secrets of the Heavenly Kingdom? When Jesus walked this earth,
He taught the disciples and other people
about the Heavenly Kingdom. The Bible tells us about “The Hidden
Treasure” (Matthew 13:44);
“Laborers in the Vineyard” (Matthew
20:1-18);
“Marriage of the King’s Son” (Matthew
22:1-14); “The Parable of
the Talents” Matthew 25:14-30;
etc.
Jesus
used everyday examples from daily living. I, or you, can also learn from
our daily lives. I experienced a “Spiritual Example” on a
designated day in March of this year.
On
March 26, 2001, I drove to a court house. That morning, the
blustery winter weather provided an awesome view of the snow-covered
trees, the snow-covered roofs, the snow-covered lawns and, of course,
much of the snow-covered streets. However, I bravely traveled
along and was en route to the court building. That day provided an
interesting insight to the court proceedings. When the judge asked
me a question, my reply was: “God instituted authority.”
After that quoted phrase, the judge asked if the two attorneys had any
more questions. Because the attorneys did not have more questions
for me, I became the ninth juror. The other people, that were
summoned for jury duty, were then dismissed. I learned that day
that you have 12 jurors for a criminal case, and 8 jurors plus an
alternate juror for the civil case.
As I
continued to listen to the attorneys and the witnesses, a “Heavenly
Thought” came to my mind.
Do
you know that some day I or you will enter another “Hall of Justice.”
That particular hall is called “Heaven.” Now realize this—as
a person that accepted Jesus into one’s heart, I or you are
part-heir of Heaven (Galatians
4:1-7). I need not be
afraid of Judge Jesus; and, there will also be many proceedings in
Heaven. (Read I
Corinthians 3:6-8)
Today,
when you read this article, may I encourage you to accept Jesus as
Saviour. Jesus wants to be reconciled to you. Some day, in
the Heavenly Hall, Jesus will meet you as your Friend. (If you
are a Christian, then Praise the Lord; and, thank you, for reading
this article.)
On
March 26, 2001, I was not afraid to listen to the judge that presided
over the court hearing. I believe today, as I did then, that God
instituted authority. And, some day, I will meet Jesus as a friend and
not as a judge.
Remember—today
is the day of salvation. II
Corinthians 6:2 tells
us: “(For
he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of
salvation have I (helped) thee: behold, now is the accepted time;
behold, now is the day of salvation.)
Is
today the right time to be thinking about religion? I believe
today is the right time to be thinking about the Heavenly Kingdom and
allow Jesus to become ruler of one’s heart!
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