THE UNBELIEVER'S OBSTACLE
Do you know what the biggest obstacle is between unbelievers and Jesus?
So-called Christians.
Especially here in America, we have Christians on two total ends of the spectrum that give Jesus a bad rep. On one hand, we have those who say they are Christians, yet they never pray, read their Bible, or attend church. These people generally have no differences from people who don’t know Jesus. They let their emotions rule them and seek the things of this world rather than the kingdom of God. I used to be one of these people. I don’t remember a time that I didn’t believe in Jesus. Since childhood, I’ve full-heartedly believed in Him, but it wasn’t until I was 30 years old that I learned what it truly meant to serve Him.
Then there are the Christians who never miss a Sunday at church and are quick to spout scriptures at you when you mess up. They often hold your sins against you but sweep their own under the rug because they are ‘good people’. I can’t tell you how many people have been put off by this type. They look down their nose at you if you have a sketchy past. They may stare and whisper to one another if someone with tattoos walks into their church. They may tell you that you aren’t dressed well enough to attend their services. This is religion at its finest. And that’s all it is, too. Religion. These people don’t know Jesus. Not even a little. They may know about Jesus, but they have no clue how to apply the things He taught. They lack the compassion, mercy, and forgiveness Jesus taught. They think their church attendance will earn their ticket to Heaven.
No matter which of these “Christians” you come across, neither will point you to the Savior who died so that you could be forgiven of your sins. If you are someone who has encountered these types of people, or perhaps you are someone who fits into one of those groups, I have a message for you:
There is so much more!
There is a loving Father who is waiting for you to come looking for Him. He will respect your decision if you want to do things your way, but if you would just surrender your will and let Him lead you, you will find such love and compassion like you never dreamed! When I look back and think about all the years I struggled, my heart just hurts for all those who are still stuck there. If I can help you in any way, reach out to me, but most importantly, reach out to God. If you will just let Him in, He will heal all your hurts and you won’t have to walk this road alone any longer.
So-called Christians.
Especially here in America, we have Christians on two total ends of the spectrum that give Jesus a bad rep. On one hand, we have those who say they are Christians, yet they never pray, read their Bible, or attend church. These people generally have no differences from people who don’t know Jesus. They let their emotions rule them and seek the things of this world rather than the kingdom of God. I used to be one of these people. I don’t remember a time that I didn’t believe in Jesus. Since childhood, I’ve full-heartedly believed in Him, but it wasn’t until I was 30 years old that I learned what it truly meant to serve Him.
Then there are the Christians who never miss a Sunday at church and are quick to spout scriptures at you when you mess up. They often hold your sins against you but sweep their own under the rug because they are ‘good people’. I can’t tell you how many people have been put off by this type. They look down their nose at you if you have a sketchy past. They may stare and whisper to one another if someone with tattoos walks into their church. They may tell you that you aren’t dressed well enough to attend their services. This is religion at its finest. And that’s all it is, too. Religion. These people don’t know Jesus. Not even a little. They may know about Jesus, but they have no clue how to apply the things He taught. They lack the compassion, mercy, and forgiveness Jesus taught. They think their church attendance will earn their ticket to Heaven.
No matter which of these “Christians” you come across, neither will point you to the Savior who died so that you could be forgiven of your sins. If you are someone who has encountered these types of people, or perhaps you are someone who fits into one of those groups, I have a message for you:
There is so much more!
There is a loving Father who is waiting for you to come looking for Him. He will respect your decision if you want to do things your way, but if you would just surrender your will and let Him lead you, you will find such love and compassion like you never dreamed! When I look back and think about all the years I struggled, my heart just hurts for all those who are still stuck there. If I can help you in any way, reach out to me, but most importantly, reach out to God. If you will just let Him in, He will heal all your hurts and you won’t have to walk this road alone any longer.
