"BENEFITS OF THE BLOOD"

Scripture- Hebrews 9:12-14

Preacher- Minister Adrianne Robinson, Assoc Minister FBC, Belmar, NJ

All of us are familiar with immunizations-vaccines. Many of us, since the age of 2 weeks old have received the needle jabs to protect us from certain types of diseases.

Just like our bodies need vaccines to keep us from being contaminated with disease---Our blood – contaminated with sin due to the the choices we make to live against God and be

His enemy. We need a Savior- who gave of Himself-suffered and shed His blood to give us reconciliation, forgiveness, protection, provision and to be called God's friend.

Jesus---he died once---for all—and offered Himself to God! His blood offers ongoing protection- no booster needed!! Only the blood of Jesus can cover us and put us in right standing with God.

Beloved- there are benefits of the blood!!

~~Nothing but the Blood~~~

~ What can wash away my sin?

Nothing but the blood of Jesus.

What can make me whole again?

Nothing but the blood of Jesus.

Refrain:

O precious is the flow

that makes me white as snow;

no other fount I know;

nothing but the blood of Jesus.

"Will You be There for Me When Things go Right"?

Scripture- Luke 15:18-20- focus verse 20**

Preacher- Rev. Ed G. Robinson, III, Assoc Pastor FBC, Belmar, NJ

You know folks will- usually-be there for you in trying times. But what about when things are going well?

There are seasons of celebration, but bad news spreads faster than good news! And- if we're honest- some of us love DRAMA!

Some people you only hear from when there is a tragedy, someone dies or anything bad going on. But what about the good news??

Relationships are strengthened in bad and good times. Are you happy for others when they are? Do you celebrate their milestones and accomplishments? Do we share/ text when things go well? Do we want to celebrate with others?

What about with God? Do we talk with him when our world is great or only when we are in enduring times?

Real love doesn't say "why them and not me".....if God did it for them, He'll do it for you!

Know this- God is watching how you react to other's successes and blessings. This will expose your spiritual condition. While you wait for your breakthrough- will you cheer those who are getting theirs?

Jesus is with us in the valley moments and He is with us on those mountaintop experiences. "Will You be There for Me When Things go Right"?

"I Can't Stop"

Scripture- Acts 4: 18-20

Preacher- Rev. Dr. James A. Jackson, Senior Pastor, FBC, Belmar, NJ

Sometimes quitting seems a lot easier than to keep going. But when you know God- His power- you will walk in purpose.

God will strengthen you above your natural limits. When you walk with God, you will change and He will direct your steps.

Some of us stop pre-maturely. Don't stop- look up! Think about the goodness of Jesus and all He has done for you!

We can't stop believing....can't stop serving....can't stop forgiving....can't stop loving......can't stop praising!!! Hallelujah!!!​