HOW COULD A GOOD AND LOVING GOD SEND SOMEONE TO HELL?

 

Why can’t God just forgive and let everyone into heaven? Why will someone go to hell? In asking these questions, they reveal that they do not understand the love and goodness of God and the wickedness of sin. God’s love is a holy love, not an emotional love. God is loving, yes, but that’s not all He is. He’s also a good judge. Should a loving human judge allow the criminals to go free? Of course not. If we, with our finite justice system, think it is necessary to punish criminals in civil court, how much more should an infinite God judge our crimes or our sins against Him. The Bible tells us that God alone is holy, He is the standard of all that is right, virtuous, and good. His nature is pure.

There is none holy as the Lord: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God. 1 Samuel 2:2 

People will go to hell when they die because they have sinned and violated the moral laws of God the Ten Commandments (1 John 3:4). Some people reject the reality of hell. Creating a false image of God in your mind, anything you love, treasure, or prioritise more than God is a form of idolatry, which is sin.

Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen. Romans 1:25 

Think of it like this: if we were to light a match and place it next to a dried-out leaf, what would happen? Well, the fire consumes the leaf? Why? It is because they’re different, their natures are opposed to one another. In the same way, God and man’s nature are opposite. On the day of judgement, sinful man will not be able to stand in the presence of a holy God because of their opposing natures. The issue is not God’s love, the issue is His holiness. He is described as a consuming fire who dwells in unapproachable light.

For our God is a consuming fire. Hebrews 12:29 

God has no pleasure in wickedness, hates workers of sin (iniquity), and destroys those that speak leasing (lying, falsehood). Sadly, not everyone will go to heaven, many will go to hell.

For thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness: neither shall evil dwell with thee. The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity. Thou shalt destroy them that speak leasing: the Lord will abhor the bloody and deceitful man. Psalm 5:4-6 

God is good, and that is why He does something about sin. He will judge righteously. God has no respect of persons. God will be so thorough that he will consider hatred to be murder of the heart and will judge all humanity right down to our words, thoughts, and intents of our hearts.

For there is no respect of persons with God. Romans 2:11 

For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. Ecclesiastes 12:14 

In our evil, wicked, sinful state, there is no way we can approach God. Our only hope is to somehow take on the same nature as God. We must be Born-Again.

Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.

Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again. John 3:3,7 

When you repent to be sorry for who you are and what you are, believing and trusting in Jesus Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, God will impute His righteousness to you. It is imperative that you are given this new nature (born-again) since each of us is headed towards our own personal judgement day. He is coming to judge the world. He will judge the world in righteousness.

And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent: Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead. Acts 17:30-31

Jesus Christ's precious blood shed on the cross is more than enough to cleanse you from all your sins. God will change you inwardly (born-again) through the Holy Spirit and you will be saved from the wrath to come. Please read the Bible daily and ask God to help you to obey what you read.

And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission. Hebrews 9:22 

Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him. Romans 5:9 

The problem isn’t with God, the problem is our sin! How about you? Where do you think you will go after you die? Heaven or Hell?

Blessings in Christ,

David & Gay
https://onewaytograce.com

 

HOW TO BE BORN AGAIN IN CHRIST

 

Church attendance, baptism, confirmation, good works and speaking in tongues doesn’t save you. You’re only saved when you’re born again.

Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God John 3:3 

To be born again is quite simple: Recognize that you are a sinner, that you are unworthy, that you have broken God’s Law (the Ten Commandments) and that you deserve to go to hell.

But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death Revelation 21:8 

Realize that Jesus Christ died for your sins. A description of God’s love toward us. It is love given to the undeserving, to the ungodly, and to sinners. This emphasises the fact that the reasons for God’s love are found in Him, not in us. God’s love is so great that He went to the ultimate length to pay for our sins through Jesus; God gave His love for us even when we were guilty sinners.

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us Romans 5:8 

God commands everyone to repent. To repent is to change your mind from the rejection of Jesus Christ to the faith in Jesus Christ that produces a change of heart. 

And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent: Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead Acts 17:30-31

Believe in the death, burial and resurrection, put your faith, and trust in Jesus Christ alone to save you and you will pass from death to eternal life and become a new creature in Christ. Read the Holy Bible daily and ask God to help you obey what you read.

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life John 5:24 

Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new 2 Corinthians 5:17 

This is a promise for anyone! It doesn’t matter what class, what race, what nationality, what language, or what level of intelligence. Anyone can be a new creation in Jesus Christ. However, being a new creation doesn’t mean that we are perfect; it means that we are changed inwardly, and learn through God’s word (the Holy Bible) and the power of the Holy Spirit how we should live being born again in Christ.

With Blessing in Christ,

David & Gay
https://onewaytograce.com

SEVEN LAST WORDS

 

Jesus Christ spoke seven remarkable words after He was nailed to the cross and before He died. Christ prayer for the sinners, though they were His persecutors and murderers, He prayed Father, forgive them.

Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. Luke 23:34 

Jesus Christ was crucified between two thieves. They were guilty before God, but one of the thieves said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. The thief repented and believed that Jesus is God.

And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today shalt thou be with me in paradise. Luke 23:43 

There stood by the cross, His mother, some of His relations, friends and His disciple.

When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son! Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! And from that hour that disciple took her unto his own home. John 19:26-27 

When our Lord Jesus was suffering, for a time, forsaken by His Father because of our sins that He took upon Himself. When we are in sin we are separated from God.

And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? 
Matthew 27:46 

Jesus was thirsty after the accomplishment of the work of our redemption.

After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst. John 19:28 

The commandment of His Father concerning His sufferings was now fulfilled.

When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. John 19:30 

The words of Jesus as He breathed out His last breath.

And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up the ghost. Luke 23:46 

Jesus was obedient to His Father even unto death. When we humble ourselves, acknowledge our sins, repent and receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, He will save us from the wrath to come. Read His word the Holy Bible and obey what you read. Christ intercedes for all that repent, believe and trust in Him.

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; Ephesians 1:7 

With Blessing in Christ,

David & Gay
https://onewaytograce.com

 

ARE YOU A PEOPLE PLEASER?

 

A people-pleaser is someone who finds it hard to say no to others and earnestly tries to please them. Someone who cares a lot about whether other people like them and feels good to be liked by others. People-pleasers appear to be selfless, kind, and generous. They strive to please everyone because oftentimes they are trying to appease themselves.

Jesus Christ loved, served, healed, and gave all of Himself to save people from their sin, but He was also not afraid to say what needed to be said, even when people got angry. He rebuked religious people in public for their hypocrisy and their lack of faith (Matthew 23). He lived to glorify, obey, and please the Father.

And he that sent me is with me: the Father hath not left me alone; for I do always those things that please him. John 8:29 

The apostles told the truth and obeyed God, rather than acting on the opinions and expectations of others, they were not afraid to tell the truth to the people.

But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whether it be right in the sight of God to hearken unto you more than unto God, judge ye. For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard. Acts 4:19,20 

The gospel of Jesus Christ, is the only gospel.The Bible says if anyone preach any other gospel unto you let him be accursed. The apostle Paul did not please men but rather served and lived for Christ.

As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.Galatians 1:9,10 

People-pleasing is sin. People commit idolatry when they create a god in their minds to suit themselves by seeking approval from human beings rather than seeking God. When we meditate on God’s word, we will overcome any temptations of sin.

Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Exodus 20:3 

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Philippians 4:8 

Even in Jesus' time, some people believed His message but refused to follow Him because they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God. People-pleasing can lead to separation from God.

Nevertheless among the chief rulers also many believed on him; but because of the Pharisees they did not confess him, lest they should be put out of the synagogue: For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God. John 12:42,43 

We must find motivation by reading and meditating on the word of God, which tells us that everything we do is for the glory of God.

Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine.

1 Timothy 4:13 

Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.1 Corinthians 10:31 

Our goal is to please God and be led by the Holy Spirit to live in order to honour and please His name, not to please others or ourselves. 

That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; Colossians 1:10 

You either saved or unsaved. Jesus judged the people due to their sin. You cannot bribe the Lord of the Universe. If there’s a sin in your life and you don’t deal with it, He will deal with you. If you lied, you’re a liar (Proverbs 19:5). If you steal, you’re a thief (Exodus 20:15). If you take God’s name in vain, you’re a blasphemer (Exodus 20:7). If you hate someone, you’re a murderer at heart (1 John 3:15). He will judge your heart and your thoughts.

For there is no respect of persons with God. Romans 2:11 

So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God. Romans 14:12 

You can be set free from the bonds of sin and people-pleasing when you believe, repent and trust alone in Jesus Christ's death, burial, and resurrection. His precious blood will cleanse you from all sin. You will be filled with the Holy Spirit, born-again, with a new heart and desire to serve God and please Him. Please read the Holy Bible daily and ask God to reveal Himself to you through His holy words and help you obey what you read.

Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 1:8 

Blessings in Christ,

David & Gay
https://onewaytograce.com

IS YOUR NAME WRITTEN IN THE LAMB'S BOOK OF LIFE?

 

                   

Our names are a very important part of our identity. They carry personal, family, and historical connections. The Bible says of a book in heaven called the Book of Life, referring to the Lord Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. This Book records the names of all people who have been forgiven of sin, washed by the precious blood of Jesus Christ and will inherit eternal life. The Book of Life, contains the names of the Apostles, Prophets and all those who have believed and trusted in Jesus Christ alone as their Saviour.

And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life. Revelation 21:27

We have all sinned against God.

For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Romans 3:23

As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one: Romans 3:10

Is your name written in the Book of Life? In order to answer this question, please examine yourself according to the moral laws of God (the Ten Commandments).

If you tell a lie, that makes you a liar.

Lying lips are abomination to the Lord: but they that deal truly are his delight. Proverbs 12:22

If you steal anything, regardless of its value, you’re a thief.
Thou shalt not steal. Exodus 20:15

If you’ve used God’s name in vain, you’re a blasphemer.
Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain. Exodus 20:7
 

If you’ve looked with lust, you have committed adultery at heart.
Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

Matthew 5:27-28

If you hate someone, you’re a murderer at heart.

Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.1 John 3:15

If you answered yes, by your own admission, you’re a lying thieving, blasphemer, adulterer, and murderer at heart. Sin is so serious for a holy, just, and righteous God. Ten out of Ten will die. We are all on death row; we have a big blue sky as our holding cell, great air conditioning, the privilege of everything we see and hear that God created, and the pleasure of eating and drinking, yet we are all standing in a line waiting to die, and it should be our greatest concern to know where we will end up after death. Our appointment with death comes with an unavoidable judgement.

And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: Hebrews 9:27

Will you be innocent or guilty on the day of Judgement? Listen to your conscience. You know that you will be guilty, and therefore end up in God’s eternal prison a place called Hell. You should be aware of the importance of having your name written in the Book of Life, because if not, hell is awaiting, and that is not God’s will for you.

And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. 
Matthew 10:28

And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. Revelation 20:15

To have one’s name written in the Book of Life only happens when you believe, repent (to repent means, to be sorry for who you are and what you are. To change your mind from unbelief to belief in Jesus Christ) and trust in Jesus Christ alone, what He done for you through His death, burial, and resurrection, His holy and precious blood shed on the cross will cleanse you from all sin. You will be filled with the Holy Spirit and born again (changed from above).

Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again. John 3:7

But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name. John 20:31

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; Ephesians 1:7

Once a name is written in the Book of Life, Jesus promises that he will never blot it out, giving them eternal security.

And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. John 10:28

In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; Titus 1:2

Please make the right decision today so your name gets written in the Book of Life, as no one is guaranteed tomorrow your soul is precious to God.

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him

that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation;
but is passed from death unto life. John 5:24

Blessings in Christ,

 

David & Gay
https://onewaytograce.com

 

 

THE DECEPTION OF MORMONISM

 

 1.Christian belief of the word God

We use the word God, we mean the Creator of the universe, the one who manifest Himself to Moses on Mount Sinai, the God of Israel. There is only one Creator. There are lots of gods with small g, handmade gods, gods that are made up in the minds of people, but there is only one Creator, the one in whom dwells eternal life God Almighty. There’s always only been one God and always will be one God.

Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me, Isaiah 46:9

Mormon belief of the word God

The god that they follow and serve is one of countless gods. Who began as a mortal man on another planet, and became god through learning and obedience he was given this planet to rule, who is Elohim. Mormons believe that they too can become a god like him and be given their own planet to rule over.

2.Christian belief of the Gospel

The gospel is Christ died for our sins and rose again three days later according to the scriptures. The word gospel means “good news”. A preacher of the gospel preaches the gospel with the law of God to show what sin is, so we see a need of the Saviour. The gospel is Christ died for our sins and defeated sin and death.

Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. Galatians 3:24

For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Mormon belief of the gospel

Latter-day Saints beliefs is from five main sources:

1.The book of Mormon, Joseph Smith said is “the most correct of any book on earth”.

2.The Doctrine and Covenants (mostly theology)

3.The Pearl of Great Price

4. The King James Bible, “insofar as it translated correctly” for the average Mormon this means that the Bible cannot be trusted, which is why Joseph Smith began his own ”inspired” translation.

5.The Mormon president, considered to be the final authority and voice of God on earth today- like a Mormon pope.

For the Mormons gospel is merely just following the teachings of the Mormon church.

3.Christian belief of Heaven

Heaven is the dwelling place of God. Born again Bible believing Christians will be in the presence of God forever. When we speak of heaven or our hope of eternity, the Bible says we will receive a new heavenly body like Jesus had when He rose from the dead. Bodies that are not subject to disease, decay and death.

And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God. Revelation 21:3 

Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself. Philippians 3:21

 

Mormon belief of heaven

Mormons believe that, after the final judgement, almost everyone will go to some form of heaven. For the Mormons, heaven is divided into 3 kingdoms. Celestial, Terrestrial and Telestial. The Celestial is only for faithful Mormons who meet all the requirements will enter this highest kingdom, Terrestrial is for those refuse to accept the gospel of Jesus Christ but who live honourable lives, most Mormons will also end up here. Telestial is for everyone else who is wicked and ungodly.

4.Christian belief of Hell

Hell is eternal damnation. A place where people are treated given their just punishment, exactly what they deserve according to the perfect righteousness of God. Outer darkness where there is weeping and gnashing of teeth. Everybody who’s name was not written in the Lamb’s Book of Life are cast into the lake of fire and get their eternal punishment in hell.

And shall cast them into the furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth. Matthew 13:50 

 And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. Revelation 20:14-15 

 

Mormon belief of Hell

Mormons believe in hell and for them there are two types of hell. One is a state of pain, guilt, and anguish where the spirits of the wicked will be after they die but before the final judgment (a state of spirit prison).The other is an everlasting state of hell reserved for a few truly wicked (outer darkness) they taught that its only for the “sons of perdition” the devil and his angels, and a few apostate Mormons.

 

Mormon belief of Jesus

Mormons believe God came to this planet he brought his goddess wives, and they began producing spirit children who grew and matured in the spirit realm. Jesus was the first of their spirit children to be born in heaven, followed by Lucifer and the rest of us. He is the spirit brother of Satan and He is not eternal God. Mormons deny the Trinity and believe that Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are three separate gods. Therefore, instead of teaching that Jesus is our immortal God who became a man, the LDS church teaches that Jesus is a mortal man who became a god and showed that all men can do the same. That certainly isn’t the Jesus of the Bible.

5.Christian belief of Jesus

Jesus is our Lord and Saviour, God manifest in the flesh. God became a human being. He created Himself a body prepared for many.The Bible says, Jesus is the express image of the invisible God. The reason God became a human being was to save us from our sins through His precious blood that was shed on the cross of Calvary, through the death, burial and resurrection. Jesus conquered sin and death to reconcile us unto Him.

And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory. 1 Timothy 3:16 

Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins: Colossians 1:13,14 

Again, the Bible is clear that forgiveness of sins does not depend on our own efforts, but only on what Christ has accomplished for us on the cross. Eternal life is freely available to all who do what the Scriptures command.

Believe, repent and trust in Jesus Christ alone to be saved. Read the Holy Bible (The Instruction book for life itself) and ask God to help us obey what we read.

With Blessing in Christ,

David & Gay

https://onewaytograce.com/

NEW YEAR, NEW HOPE, NEW BEGINNING

 

NEW YEAR, NEW HOPE, NEW BEGINNING

For many people, the new year represents a new beginning, a new hope, and new possibilities. Some people tend to greet it with relief, particularly if the previous year was extremely hard or stressful. It is also a time of reflection, both on the previous year and on the coming new year. We don’t have to wait for a new year to arrive to have a fresh start.

We are thankful to our Lord God Almighty every day for all the blessings that He has bestowed upon us and for bringing us through each and every year. Every breath in our mouths is a gift given to us by our Creator. At times, we are facing uncertainty, but through faith, we rejoice because every day is a blessing from God.

This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24

Before you think about or write down your goals for the new year, maybe it’s a good idea to examine yourselves internally first. Begin the new year with a repentant heart, admitting that you've sinned against Almighty God by breaking His moral laws (the Ten Commandments).

Have you ever lied?

But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death. Revelation 21:8
 

Have you ever stolen anything regardless of its value?
Thou shalt not steal. Exodus 20:15

Have you ever used God’s name in vain?

Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain. Exodus 20:7

Have you ever looked at a person with lust?

Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. Matthew 5:27-28

Have you ever hated someone?

Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.1 John 3:15

If you’ve answered yes to these five questions, by your own admission, you’re a lying, thieving, blasphemer, adulterer and murderer at heart. We’ve only looked at five of the Ten Commandments; that’s how God sees you; nothing is hidden from His holy eyes.

For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. Ecclesiastes 12:14

Sin is so serious for a holy, just, and righteous God. Ten out of Ten will die. We are all on death row; we have a big blue sky as our holding cell, great air conditioning, the privilege of everything we see and hear that God created, and the pleasure of eating and drinking, yet we are all standing in a line waiting to die, and it should be our greatest concern to know where we will end up after death. Our appointment with death comes with an unavoidable judgement.

And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: Hebrews 9:27

Will you be innocent or guilty on the day of Judgement? Listen to your conscience. You know that you will be guilty, and therefore end up in God’s eternal prison a place called Hell.

And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. 

Matthew 10:28

And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire. Revelation 20:15

To repent is to be sorry for who you are and what you are. To change your mind from unbelief to belief in Jesus Christ alone and recognize that He is indeed Lord and Saviour.

Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin. James 4:17

He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. John 3:36

Believing and trusting in the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ alone to save you from the wrath to come through His death, burial, and resurrection, and His precious blood that was shed on the cross at Calvary, God will cleanse you of all of your sins, and He will fill you with the Holy Spirit, granting you the assurance of eternal life. You will then be born again with a new heart (spiritually) and have a desire to do what is righteous.

In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:

Colossians 1:14

And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. John 10:28

The new year should also be a time of renewing old commitments under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Asking God to help us to:

Increase our prayer life (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

Read, study, and meditate on the word of God every day (2 Timothy 2:15).
Overcome temptations to sin (Romans 12:2).
Be a part of the Great Commission (Mark 16:15).
Fasting (Matthew 6:17-18)

The proper response to the past year, whether good or bad, is not "I made it through" or "Look what I achieved." It is "Thank You, Lord God Almighty."

Happy New Year to everyone!

Blessings in Christ,

David & Gay

https://onewaytograce.com