DID THEY TELL HIM

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

John 3:16
King James Version

As I watched Dr. Stanley's funeral, I saw people going up to the casket to say goodbye to Dr. Stanley because they loved him so much and are going to miss him. I wonder, did those people tell Dr. Stanely they loved him while he was alive?

That is why I always brag on my Pastor and tell him how much I appreciate him and love him. I want him to know.

Is my beloved Pastor perfect? No, he is human just as we are but He loves Jesus and he is a lighhourse of love for Jesus. How I thank God and praise Him for giving Pastor Davis to me as my Pastor.

When is the last time you told your pastor that you love him and appreciate all he has done for you? Have you ever told him? We need to remember pastors are sometimes called out in the middle of the night to go to the hospital and see someone who is sick.

Pastors sacrifce a lot of time with their families to minister to us and we should never forget that they get tired and discouraged just like we do. The next time you are praying, remember to pray for your pastor and his family.

Dr. Stanley is going to have everlasting life because he invited Jesus into his heart to be his Saviour. What about you? Have you invited Jesus into your heart? If not, please don't wait. Ask God to forgive you for your sins and invite Jesus into your heart. You will have a peace and happiness that you have never known.

Rev. Thomas Obediah Chisholm wrote the beautiful heart touching and inspiring hymn "LIVING FOR JESUS". Are you livng for Jesus?

"Living for Jesus, a life that is true, Striving to please Him in all that I do; Yielding allegiance, glad hearted and free, This is the pathway of blessing for me.

O Jesus, Lord and Savior, I give myself to Thee, For Thou, in Thy atonement, Didst give Thyself for me. I own no other master, My heart shall be Thy throne. My life I give, henceforth to live, O Christ, for Thee alone.

Living for Jesus who died in my place,Bearing on Calvary my sin and disgrace; Such love constrains me to answer His call, Follow His leading and give Him my all.

Living for Jesus, wherever I am, Doing each duty in His holy name; Willing to suffer affliction and loss, Deeming each trial a part of my cross.

Living for Jesus through earth’s little while, My dearest treasure, the light of His smile; Seeking the lost ones He died to redeem, Bringing the weary to find rest in Him."

I love You, dear Jesus. Thank You for loving me when I was so unlovely and for giving me a new heart, a heart filled with love and appreciation for You and for all You have done for me. Are you living for Jesus as Dr. Stanley did and as my Pastor does?

Joanne Lowe
April 23, 2023