Life it's filled with many wonderful opportunities. For those of us fortunate enough to be born in the United States of America the variety of opportunities can be overwhelming. Whether it is to get an education, to get training or you get a job there are 10s of thousands of opportunities available. Shame on us if we neglect the greatest opportunity of all.

Recently I told a Bible study group that the best thing they could do is to change their focus that they should change there it goes that they should turn off the news and put God in first place Matthew 6:33. I truly believe that if we would turn off the news and the Internet and spend that  time in the Word of God that the Holy Spirit would transform our lives. Jesus Christ said my peace I give to you, not as the world gives to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27

As I watch what is happening I think that the world has gone mad. As Russia bombs Ukraine causing massive damage and loss of life the world leaders are frozen in fear. Out of control inflation and disruption of supply chains are causing panic but the word of God promises for those who are faithful God will be with him refuge and strength. Psalm 91:2

Jesus Christ said He came to give us life and life more abundantly. John 10:10b In the Greek, the word for life is Zoe. The word Zoe means life in the absolute sense. In Christ, it goes further. A life that is filled to the fullest. In Christ, we have the capacity to live a life that is worth living. A life overflowing to the point that it cannot be contained. That is the kind of life that will change the world. Are we living it?

When I was training to be a pilot I had to study the weather, navigation, various functions of the aircraft and FAA regulations before I could take off. I had to master those subjects because it meant the difference between life and death. How much more we should study the word of God which is a matter of eternal life or death. Are you ready to die?

This audio is an update regarding MissionMexico and how God is opening new doors of opportunity for the gospel. Pastor Jack and Janice Driscoll, along with a small group of committed Believers, have taken a step of faith to launch a Bible-believing, Bible teaching, Christ-centered church. The Oasis is being planted with a desire to lead the Lost into a personal relationship with Christ and train up disciples to make a significant impact for the Kingdom of God.

In a race, the athletes train extensively to be the fastest that they can be. They will give up their time, they will change their diet and they will endure pain to win the race. They can do all of that but if they make the mistake of turning and looking back at their competitors they will probably lose first place. Do not spend your Christian life looking back at the past. Put your eyes on the eternal price of Jesus Christ. Philippians 3:13-14

Just as in life we all need to grow up. The apostle Paul speaks to that in Hebrews 5:13-14 We need to go beyond the milk if we are to truly experience the fullness of life. It is the same in a spiritual sense. Without a serious daily relationship with God through prayer, the Word and meditation we will never realize the amazing life God has for us. John 10:10b

We can clearly see that the general public is falling into an abyss of immorality corruption and violence. There are also signs regarding a great falling away by the church from biblical truth and Christian living. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3 The apostasy of the church is a major sign Christ is at the door. It is very obvious to anyone that reads their Bible that we have come to that point. Let us not be guilty of throwing off the truth in exchange for the lies of the world.

Every person I know is in a crisis today. Some are battling severe health issues. Others are dealing with serious economic challenges. Others are struggling in their faith. This is a perfect time to respond to the invitation of Jesus Christ who says in Matthew 11:28-29 come on to me all you who labor in a heavy laden and I will give you rest take up my yoke upon you and learn from me for I am gentle and lonely and heart and you will find rest for your souls.

Are we ready to follow Christ at any cost or not? When I am teaching my discipleship class I am adamant that they use the name Jesus Christ and not just the Son of God. There is something incredible about today’s culture. You can talk about God. You might even be able to talk about the Bible. But when you say Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life and that no one comes to God the Father but through him, John 14-6, you might end paying a price for the truth. Are you willing to take a stand on eternal truth? God will hold us accountable someday.

I do not believe that anyone can escape suffering during their lifetime. One of the main reasons for suffering is the sins of the world. Many suffer as a result of their own sins. Even Christians will suffer. Jesus said you shall have tribulation in this world. There are examples of devoted Christians that have suffered tremendously. Richard Wurmbrand, Joni Eareckson Tada, Amy Carmichael, Elizabeth Elliot, and Bruce Olsen to name a few. If you read of their lives you will see that God used their suffering in miraculous ways to reach others for Jesus Christ. We will all suffer but will we allow God to use that suffering to reach others for the Kingdom of God.

There are several places in the Bible where it shows that Christ has compassion had compassion for the people. In Matthew 20 the Bible teaches that two blind men cried out to Jesus and he had compassion on them. We, as followers of Christ, should have the heart of Christ for the Lost. We should be eager to help them to have spiritual sight so that they might choose Christ as their Lord and Savior.

Are you afraid to share your faith with others? The Bible says not to fear the faces of man. We have to be more concerned with being obedient to the call of God to be a part of the Great Commission. Acts 1:8 There are times when I don't want to share my faith with others but I am compelled to do so. The times that I don't want to often turn out to be the best times where I experience the joy of the Lord to the greatest extent possible.

God has placed on my heart the seriousness of considering the new year. Each of us needs to take time to consider what God wants for us in the new year. While  2021 was very challenging for MissionMexico and the Driscoll family, it has turned out to be one of our best years. It has been so because we have chosen to live for God. 2022 it's going to be even more challenging for all of us. But I had found out in the past, no matter how difficult it might get, if I am faithful to God he will be faithful to us. Make God you're number one New Year's resolution.

Where in the world did Christmas go? Over the last several years I have seen less and less evidence of the true meaning of Christmas. Any manger scenes in major stores, malls or public property have disappeared. Recently, I was in a store and they had hundreds of different toys for everyone you could imagine. They had hundreds of Christmas lights and balls, statues of elves and Santa Claus, and beautiful candles to put on the table. But, there was no evidence anywhere of the Christ Child

The Bible is very clear in stating that God almighty has a call for our lives. He is calling all of us to a divine purpose for our lives. He calls us to sacrifice and make the effort to be part of reaching this world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In Acts 1, Jesus Christ commands his followers to go into all the world in the witnesses of Him. I believe that the Bible, the Living Word of God, calls each of us to be a part of the Great Commission. If you never listen to another devotional that I have prepared I encourage you to listen very carefully to this devotion & give your answer to God.

Over 40 years ago I took a class entitled The Hand of God behind History. The class had a significant impact on the way that I perceived situations and changed my understanding of what appeared to be reality. One example is the fact that God almighty chose to send his chosen people, the nation of Israel, into slavery in Babylon.  But as a loving father that was faced with rebellious children, he dealt with them severely and so they spent 70 years in slavery. I hope that you to consider where is God in all that is going on in our world today, including your life.

One of the greatest gifts that we have from God is the freedom to choose. That is particularly true of us that live in the United States, Mexico, and other countries where democracy exists. God gives us the ability to think and consider the options that are available to us including to respond whether yes or no to the gospel. Each individual has to decide whether they receive Christ as their savior or not. Salvation is a gift from God and so one must choose to receive it to have it. The freedom to choose continues within the Christian life. We get to choose how we begin our day, what we do during our day and how we will end our day. Each day is a gift of life (Psalm118:24) from God almighty and we get to choose whether we live it for this world or for Him.

What a wonderful time of the year. For many people, Christmas is their favorite time together with family and friends and to celebrate Christmas. Here in Mexico, they have connectivity scenes almost on every corner and in every store but few understand the purpose of the birth of Jesus Christ. 95% of the Mexican people do not understand the finished work of the Lord Jesus Christ. How can we not tell them of the hope that we have in our hearts? Please take time to two alt to tell others the hope of Christmas, the gospel of Jesus Christ.