Jesus Christ is for YOU!

As I wrote this article, I carefully considered how to convey my thoughts, which is why it took a little longer than expected. The purpose of this website is to provide a safe space on the internet where I can share my daily experiences and struggles with you and explore my journey with Christ. My goal is for us to connect more deeply.

After some reflection, I realized that true healing and restoration come from complete surrender. We can never escape the presence of God, even if we feel far from Him. The most amazing thing about Him is that He offered His love willingly. You don’t have to earn His love because it is a gift freely given.

God’s original design for us is to have a relationship with Him. This message is not only for the righteous but also for the sinner. “God is faithful [He is reliable, trustworthy, and ever true to His promise—He can be depended on], and through Him you were called into fellowship.” (1 Corinthians 1:9 AMP)

Jesus’ Mission: Embracing All

In Luke 5, we witness Jesus at a banquet, surrounded by tax collectors and sinners, while the Pharisees grumble in disapproval of His choice of companions. Jesus, with His infinite wisdom and love, sees beyond their sins to their hearts and their need for redemption. When confronted by the Pharisees, He responds, “I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.” (Luke 5:32 NIV)

Further illustrating His mission, Jesus refers to Himself as the ‘good shepherd’ in John 10. In verse 14, He states that His sheep know His voice. What stands out in this chapter are verses 16–17, where Jesus says, “I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd. The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again.”

Whether you believe it or not, the other sheep refers to you: the addict, the lonely, the depressed, the broken, the suicidal, the abused, the sexually exploited, the failure who never quite measures up, the rejected, the one struggling with homosexuality, the one struggling with their identity, the divorced, the one who aborted their baby, the orphans, the abandoned, the barren, the criminal, the cheated, the betrayed, and the bullied.

Jesus came to heal the sick and save the weak. He came for those who feel like they have no place in this world. He came for the downcast and the brokenhearted. And it is true, “We have all sinned and all fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23 ESV)

The Cost of Following Jesus

To follow God, you cannot remain where you are. In my three and a half years of walking with Christ, I’ve had to undergo significant pruning and refining. I’ve had to ask for forgiveness and learn to forgive. Following Jesus is costly and, at times, painful. However, Jesus warned us that if anyone wants to be His disciple, we must deny ourselves daily, pick up our cross, and follow Him. “For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul?” (Matthew 16:24-26)

I am not here to shove religion down your throat. The kindest thing I can do is warn you about the dangers of this world. I can only tell you about the false gods and idols, but I cannot make you believe, and I cannot choose God for you. However, I can tell you about a God who would give everything for you. A God who doesn’t want you to go through life on your own. He wants to be so close to you that He sends His Holy Spirit to live inside you. A God who will bring hope to the hopeless.

Jesus’ purpose is that all might come to know the Father. He represents love, truth, peace, and freedom. No matter where you are in life or what you’ve gone through, I’m here to tell you that Jesus Christ is for you. I’ve poured my heart out because I want you to know that you’re not alone.

The Invitation to a Relationship with God

“I am the Vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in Me and I in him bears much fruit, for [otherwise] apart from Me [that is, cut off from vital union with Me], you can do nothing.” (John 15 AMP)

Jesus sees beyond sin and societal labels. His mission on earth was to seek out the lost, broken, and marginalized because He knows that every person has the potential for redemption. In a world that often judges and excludes, Jesus offers hope and acceptance.

You’ve made mistakes. I’ve made mistakes. We both have worth. Jesus sees your worth; that is why He laid His life down for you. So, come with your failures. Come with your flaws. No matter how far you’ve strayed from Him, come to the Father. He is the only one who has the power to redeem you.

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9 NIV)

To start your journey with Christ, begin by confessing with your mouth that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior, and repent. Ask for forgiveness, ask for the ability to forgive others, and cry out for Him. He will come to rescue you.

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” (Ephesians 2:10 NIV)

Embracing the Call

What is the worst that could happen? You’ll grow and mature as an individual, cutting off your sinful parts and replacing them with true virtue and character. Perhaps it’s eternal life that scares you. Or is it unconditional love and acceptance that frightens you?

By following Him, we experience a love that heals and restores us, providing a safe haven in a world full of judgment and rejection. In Christ, we find our true purpose. I understand that life’s difficulties can feel overwhelming, but by leaning on Him, you gain the ability to endure and overcome challenges, knowing that He is with you every step of the way.

God extends His love and grace to everyone, regardless of their past or present circumstances. No matter who you are or what you’ve been through, Jesus is calling you to join His flock. He sees your heart, understands your struggles, and offers you a place in His kingdom. It is your choice to embrace His love, listen to His voice, and find comfort in knowing that you are never alone.