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Justification

You’re listening to ShareLifeAfrica! This week, we will be diving into some big, theological words in the Christian faith, and they are important because they teach us more about our faith and what Jesus has done for us. Today's is justification.

What does this mean? Imagine yourself in a courtroom being tried for all the sins you have committed. The Bible tells us clearly the punishment for our sin..."For the wages of sin is death..." However, when you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you are justified. In that moment, the gavel crashes down...but the guilt and punishment are now accounted to Jesus. He took our sin on Himself and gave us His righteousness.

Instead of being guilty, we are now clean. This is justification—“just as if I’ve not sinned”. But to receive it, we must place our full and complete trust in Jesus and what He has done for us. Let's share this amazing news! Learn how you can at sharelifeafrica.org

Led by the Holy Spirit

You’re listening to ShareLifeAfrica! In Acts one eight (1:8), Jesus tells His disciples, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the uttermost parts of the earth.” This important verse teaches us something—we must be led by the Spirit.

In fact, sharing the Gospel without the Holy Spirit's help would be pure folly. It is the Spirit that moves in people's hearts in regards to salvation. We have the blessing of being the messenger; but in and of ourselves, we can’t save anyone. Only God can do that. It is so important that we ask the Holy Spirit to lead and to guide us. And in His power, we can be God's witnesses and take the Gospel to the very ends of the earth.

Let's share as God has commissioned us and ask the Holy Spirit to guide us! For tools and resources to help you share your faith, visit our website at sharelifeafrica.org

Jesus is King

You’re listening to ShareLifeAfrica! Throughout the course of human history, there have been many corrupt kings. But humanity has continually sought a perfect ruler who will bring peace to our communities and our lives.

However, a fallen people enslaved to sin has never been able to produce anyone able to do this. And more than ever, our culture deals with anxiety, depression, and great fear about the future. But did you know, that once we put our trust in Jesus, we personally know the King of Kings? Ephesians one tells us that after His resurrection and ascension to heaven, Jesus was seated at the "right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule, authority, power and dominion..." (Ephesians 1:20–21) Our everlasting King Jesus is powerful!

He conquered sin and death, and all who put their trust in Him alone receive the gift of eternal life as well as peace and joy found only in Him. Who can you share this with this week? Learn more at sharelifeafrica.org

Jesus is our Refuge

You’re listening to ShareLifeAfrica! "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. Therefore, we will not fear..."

These powerful verses from Psalm forty-six remind us of a key truth found throughout God's Word—when we become a child of God, Jesus is our refuge. In fact, the last thing Jesus told His disciples before He ascended into heaven was, "...surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." There may be many things we fear or battle. But today, I want to encourage you: Find your refuge in Jesus. He will be your Rock, your Fortress, your Bulwark when storms come your way. You can rest in Him. And knowing this important truth changes everything. It gives us the strength to do what Jesus asked His disciples to do before He told them He will always be with them: "Therefore go and make disciples of all the nations..."

For more on how you can fulfill the Great Commission by sharing your faith, visit our website at sharelifeafrica.org

Jesus is our Healer

You’re listening to ShareLifeAfrica! In the New Testament, Jesus performs miracle after miracle,healing on the lame, the sick, and the blind. He even raised His friend Lazarus from the dead! Christ has the power to heal us physically;but,you know,the biggest miracle of all is that Jesus can also heal us spiritually.

Psalms one-hundred-three (103) says, "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not his benefits, He forgives all of our iniquity, who heals all of our disease..." Physical illness is one of the awful side effects of sin coming into the world in the Garden of Eden. And the curse of sin has caused this world and everything in it to decay. But Jesus has compassion for the sick and the hurting. Through His death on the cross, He offers anyone who puts their trust wholly, firmly in Him healing from their sin and complete healing one day in Heaven.

Let's share the Savior's love with those around us. For more on who Jesus is, visit sharelifeafrica.org