The Challenge

Every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
–Romans 14:12

I never try to defend religion. Religion has spawned wars. Many so-called religious people have been characterized by prejudice, pride, bickering, and even tolerance for slavery. However, I would call you to a simple faith in Jesus, who said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Are you really concerned? Are you disappointed with society? If you are, I challenge you to take the first step. I challenge you to look at yourself in the light of God's law, the Ten Commandments, and see how you do.

Ever lied, stolen something regardless of value, ever use God's name as a filth word, ever looked with lust? If you said 'yes' to these, then God sees you as a lying, thieving, blasphames, adulterer at heart. And that is only four of the Ten Commandments. You would be guilty before a Holy God on judgement day and end up in Hell. The Bible tells us all liars will have their part in the lake of fire and if you have broken just one of His laws, you are guilty of breaking all of them.

But that is not God's will. His will is that none should perish, but come to a place of repentance and trust Christ. Do you know what God did for you so that you wouldn't end up in Hell? He sent His son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross for your sins. He took your punishment. But here is the good news, Jesus rose again on the third day, defeating death itself. You broke God's law, but Jesus paid your fine in His life's blood. God can now legally dismiss your court case, but what you need to do is repent (turn from sin) and trust in Jesus. The moment you truly do that, God will grant you everlasting life.

So the challenge is thrown down! Will you take that first step, or continue to walk with your back to God?