Right Hand Man!

For Tuesday, July 14, 2026:

Romans 8:34 NLT: “Who then will condemn us? No one—for Christ Jesus died for us and was raised to life for us, and he is sitting in the place of honor at God’s right hand, pleading for us.”

Paul is writing to the church in Rome, to those in opposition to the tyranny of the Roman government; in a way, protesters, since the government didn’t have much time for the church. So the ‘us’ he’s writing to is fellow believers, first in Rome, and following the canonization of Paul’s writings, for the faithful everywhere.

Paul asks a rhetorical question: “Who then will condemn us?” Believers should already know the obvious answer. Certainly God won’t condemn us. In fact, he sent his Son to rescue us. And Jesus won’t condemn us. He gave up his earthly life to pay the penalty for the sins of the world. And who is more powerful­ – the creator of the universe or the Roman government? God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit – is all-powerful. The Romans only think they have power. Their influence is limited and short-term.

There are benefits to joining any organization of like-minded individuals. If joining wasn’t beneficial, no one would ever sign up! Believers have joined the ‘Jesus Team.’ Benefits include fellowship and a sense of community, spiritual education that will serve us well in this life and the next, the Holy Spirit as a helper in this life, and the Father with his Son, pleading for our success from heaven’s throne. They’re our advocates, cheering for us all the time!

Have a blessed day! Stay cool and stay hydrated!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

The Father’s House

Jesus In the City Fellowship

Truth & Freedom Church

Warning!

For Tuesday, July 7, 2026:

Colossians 1:28a NLT, Paul speaking: “We tell others about Christ, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all the wisdom God has given us.”

Spending eternity in paradise sounds ideal. The alternative is unthinkable. On the road to Damascus, Jesus personally called Paul into service. Jesus said that all believers, Paul included, should share the Good News of salvation through the Son. Paul’s unique testimony includes a warning about what happens if you are not given a home in God’s Kingdom.

Christianity is largely built on attraction. We share the benefits, the good parts, of following Jesus. We encourage people to join a fellowship community, an association of like-minded souls with their eyes on heaven.

But some people need to hear the bad stuff too. What is our lot if we are NOT with Jesus? Imagine living near the lake of fire, forever! Imagine looking across a great chasm, seeing people on the other side living a good life, and knowing that you can never cross over. For me, the eternal separation would be the greatest penalty.

Paul warns people of the bad things coming for those who don’t know Jesus. But then he teaches the good stuff, the benefits of knowing the Savior. People have been warned. Now let them choose wisely. We’ve shared all the information needed to make an intelligent decision!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

The Father’s House

Jesus In the City Fellowship

Truth & Freedom Church