What's Wrong With Everybody?

Modern era = no need for God!

 With so many religions, and so many abuses by religions, can anyone really know God anymore, much less trust Him? Isn’t it time we all just moved on, and forgot about eternity?

Yet something deep down inside tells us this is not possible.

Death never stops its long march. War is a constant threat world-over! Suicides occur if not in our direct family, at least in our circle of friends. Drugs, well, they are as common as Corn Flakes. HIV and AIDS is rampant even in Ireland. And then there is life in general with all its overwhelming heartaches that just confirms that the human race is a mess, and with all our modern advances in science and technology, we are no better-off than our grand-parents were, and in many ways, we are the worse  for it.

With all our knowledge, and accomplishments, we still ache deep inside.

We all need to be reminded that that ache is a empty hole, made by God to remind us we desperately need Him.

Oh yes, most of us put on a good show, and act like we are good little boys and girls—but as far as our souls are concerned, we are seriously lost.

And, amazingly, we are lost not because of the lack of religions, and lack of good works, but because of the lack of access to the pure Words of Almighty God—the Bible!

Just Your Interpretation

It would be nice to just ignore the Bible because it is just a “book” that can be interpreted any way you want—right?

Well, for sure, there have been a lot of people who have USED the Bible for their own purposes and to their own ends, but anyone who reads the Bible knows it was written to be understood by careful study of the words as a BOOK, instead of just phrases out of context. No one misunderstands words like, “There is none righteous, no not one” as found in Romans 3, verse 10.

No, the people who have a problem with interpreting the Bible, are too lazy to take the time to read it! God wrote it to speak directly to us, and get us out of our mess called life, by saving us from a devil’s hell, and making us fit for heaven! As a matter of fact, the apostle Peter said in 1 Peter 1:23, a person is “born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.” People blindly trust their priests and their churches instead of the Bible! Faith in anything else is only a waste!

The Bible is the only infallible source of information God gave us. ALL religions, and absolutely EVERY church is full of sinners, who may steer others wrong, even unintentionally! The only way to know and trust God is to know the contents of the Holy Bible—not just in your head, but in your heart!

You see, this Bible thing is more time-consuming than we really want in our lives. Yet, without it, our world is rapidly moving closer and closer to something called “The Great Tribulation” (as described in Matthew chapter 24). You probably don’t know anything about that do you? Well, it is coming. And you may not even make it into the time of the Great Tribulation - that is, if you were to die today. Death is a welcome exit for many people, but most do not know that on the other side of death’s door, is a place Jesus called hell (see Luke 16:19-23). Hell was created for the devil and his angels (Matthew 25:41), and all of us are headed there because of our sins, unless someone SAVES us (Matthew 23:33)! No pope, priest, prince, perseverance, or prayer can save you—only a perfect Saviour can. And His name? Well, it’s Jesus!

Only Jesus

Now we have come to the nitty-gritty. All other “saviours” and methods that we may be trusting to rid us of guilt and sin, are frauds! Listen to what Jesus says in His word!

I am the door of the sheep.  All that ever came before me are thieves and robbers: but the sheep did not hear them. I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved.” John 10:7-9

Whether you admit it or not, we are all sinners, separated from God! “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” Romans 3:23

And there’s no escaping it—our sin is killing us! “The wages of sin is death.” Romans 6:23

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8. Did you get that? Jesus died in your place NOT when you were a good person, but when you were a good-for-nothing sinner!

Finally, “The gift of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Romans 6:23

What you need is only Jesus—It was Jesus who came, died on the cross, was buried, and three days later rose again—not to bring more religion, but to bring salvation!

Only when you realize you’re a sinner in desperate need of Jesus, are you ready to be saved from your sins. Call on that name right now in prayer, and ask to be forgiven of all your sins, and by faith, receive the gift of eternal life. “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord, shall be saved.” Romans 10:13

Pray, “Lord Jesus, I know I’m lost and I deserve hell. I never realized that is was only YOU who died to save my soul. I have tried so many other ways to get my sins forgiven, but now I trust only what you did on the cross for me as sufficient for all time! Please save me now. I ask it in your name, and I believe it because your word is true! Thank you for saving me! Amen!”

Your Call

Hey, don’t pass up this opportunity to be saved—there may not be another one! You have no guarantee of tomorrow. Go back and re-read this leaflet, and then with your whole-heart, call on Jesus’ name, asking Him to save your soul! He promises He will!

You're Invited

Come visit a place where you can see, hear, and experience genuine love for God in action! We are just a group of Christians who love the Lord Jesus, and meet every Sunday in the west end of Ballincollig in the Westgate Foundation, on the Main Road.

In every meeting we simply study the Bible, so that we can live for the Lord Jesus by faith in His unfailing promises. You will find no rituals here - only the clear words of our Lord directed right to our hearts! Church is all about answering the issues of the heart from God’s perspective!

As Christians, we simply believe the Bible. You will not find a warmer, friendlier atmosphere where people care about each other and learn how to show it, than in Ballincollig! Come visit a church that cares about YOU personally knowing the God, “who loved us, and gave Himself for us!” We hope to see you out in church soon!

If you have any questions, need prayer, or would like more information, please contact us at the address below.

The Bible Baptist Church

Meeting Sundays at 10.30am and 6pm

At the Westgate Foundation

Main Road, Ballincollig

Post: 29 Westcourt Heights

Ballincollig, Cork

Tel: 021-487-5142

Email

www.biblebc.com

A Place,
A People,
A Passion...

for the Lord Jesus!