Psalm 51 Poem

 

Have mercy on me God, according to Your unfailing love,
I've committed unthinkable acts, I've never dreamed of.
With Your great compassion, blog out my transgressions,
Wash away all my sins, hear my humble confessions!

 

I've sinned against you God, done evil in your sight,
You can justly judge, to condemn You would be right.
I've always been sinful, even from the beginning,
Fear of God through wisdom, warns me to stop sinning!

 

Cleanse me with hyssop, make me whiter than snow,
Hear my joy and gladness, from Your grace that over flow.
Hide Your face from my sins, blot out my iniquity,
Make my heart pure, oh my, what a Victory!

 

For You restored my salvation, now I'm fully prepared,
To teach the lost Your ways, so many souls to be spared.
I'll open my lips and mouth, declaring Your Praise,
I'm Your obedient servant, for all the rest of my days!

 

by James Apple Jr.
 

1 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. 4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight, so that you are proved right when you speak and justified when you judge. 5 Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me. 6 Surely you desire truth in the inner parts; you teach me wisdom in the inmost place.7 Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow. 8 Let me hear joy and gladness; let the bones you have crushed rejoice. 9 Hide your face from my sins and blot out all my iniquity. (Psalm 51 NIV)

 

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Thank God For Phil Robertson

It is so hypocritical that the TV networks are so quick to condemn Phil Robertson, a Christian that speaks openly and truthfully about his faith and what the Bible teaches is a sin, but they open their arms wide to a President that has lied to us over and over again for years. They preach acceptance of everyone, but are the first to shut down first amendment speech rights to those that don't follow their so-called politically and socially correct agenda.
If you haven't heard, Phil Robertson, one of the stars of Duck Dynasty was suspended by the A&E Cable Network because he openly admitted to GC magazine during an interview that he thought homosexuality was a sin. This is the same belief that me and millions of other Christians around the world believe. They act as if this is some crazy nut that is speaking gibberish. The only difference between Phil Robertson and most other people is he has the guts to speak his mind and tell the truth. Most other people would 'sugarcoat' the subject and may at most only say they don't agree with homosexuality.
Phil Robertson quoted the Bible verse that says, "... the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders" (1 Corinthians 6:9).
Phil Robertson also said, "I myself am a product of the 60s; I centered my life around sex, drugs and rock and roll until I hit rock bottom and accepted Jesus as my Savior, My mission today is to go forth and tell people about why I follow Christ and also what the bible teaches, and part of that teaching is that women and men are meant to be together. However, I would never treat anyone with disrespect just because they are different from me. We are all created by the Almighty and like Him, I love all of humanity. We would all be better off if we loved God and loved each other.”
I believe any Christian that believes the Bible is God's Holy Word and must be interpreted as written; no matter if it doesn't go along with what society believes is "socially correct" must stand with Phil Robertson and let the liberal entertainment industry know that we will not put up with this kind of religious intolerance.
Phil Robertson did absolutely nothing wrong! He had the courage to say what most Christians and many Americans wish they too had the courage to say.
Americans should boycott all A&E programs until Phil Robertson is taken off suspension and apologizes for stomping on his 1st Amendment Rights!

by James Apple Jr.

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Criminals On The Cross

The criminals on the cross with Jesus teaches us that death reveals the true nature of the human heart. Just like all of us do everyday, we have a choice. One can choose to admit their sins and accept salvation through our Lord Jesus or one can continue to reject salvation and join the other mockers.
Luke 23: 32-43 — To other men, both criminals, were also led out with Him to be executed. When they came to the place called Skull, there they crucified Him, along with the criminals--one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." And they divided up His clothes by casting lots. The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at Him. They said, "He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ of God, the Chosen One." The soldiers also came up and mocked him. They offered him wine vinegar and said, "if you are the King of the Jews, save yourself." There was a written notice about Him, which read: this is the King of the Jews. One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at Him: "Aren't you the Christ? Save yourself and us!" But the other criminal rebuked him. "Don't you fear God," he said, "since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong." Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise."

Just like the repentant criminal, we must also accept that we are guilty and deserve death. But, the Bible promises that Jesus is righteous and shows mercy to everyone that accepts His free gift of salvation. His grace is there for all! All one must do is have faith and believe!
Ephesians 2:8-9 — For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-- not by works, so that no one can boast.

 

Jesus gave up everything for us! To include a broken-body and unimaginable pain and suffering on the cross at the place called the Skull. All he asks from us is to accept this free gift and allow Him to take care of us. Jesus loves you and wants to have a personal relationship with you. He does this because he loves you. Nothing you have ever done or ever will do can take this away. He will love you until the end of time.
If you have not accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, please do so! I promise it will be the most important and best decision of your life. Your life will change and you will be immediately filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. For the first time in your life, you will be free!

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If you prayed this prayer. You are now a new creature. You are Saved! Please follow through and find a local church for fellowship and encouragement to help you with your daily walk with Jesus.
by James Apple Jr.

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