FREE WILL is one of many talents over which we are given stewardship.
Matthew 25:14-30 NAS
14 "For it is just like a man about to go on a journey, who called his own slaves and entrusted his possessions to them. 15 "To one he gave five talents, to another, two, and to another, one, each according to his own ability; and he went on his journey. 16 "Immediately the one who had received the five talents went and traded with them, and gained five more talents. 17 "In the same manner the one who had received the two talents gained two more. 18 "But he who received the one talent went away, and dug a hole in the ground and hid his master's money. 19 "Now after a long time the master of those slaves came and settled accounts with them. 20 "The one who had received the five talents came up and brought five more talents, saying, ..Master, you entrusted five talents to me. See, I have gained five more talents.' 21 "His master said to him, ..Well done, good and faithful slave. You were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.' 22 "Also the one who had received the two talents came up and said, ..Master, you entrusted two talents to me. See, I have gained two more talents.' 23 "His master said to him, ..Well done, good and faithful slave. You were faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.' 24 "And the one also who had received the one talent came up and said, ..Master, I knew you to be a hard man, reaping where you did not sow and gathering where you scattered no seed. 25 ..And I was afraid, and went away and hid your talent in the ground. See, you have what is yours.' 26 "But his master answered and said to him, ..You wicked, lazy slave, you knew that I reap where I did not sow and gather where I scattered no seed. 27 ..Then you ought to have put my money in the bank, and on my arrival I would have received my money back with interest. 28 ..Therefore take away the talent from him, and give it to the one who has the ten talents.' 29 "For to everyone who has, more shall be given, and he will have an abundance; but from the one who does not have, even what he does have shall be taken away. 30 "Throw out the worthless slave into the outer darkness; in that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
What are you doing with your talents?
Music
Gospel & Classical
Movies
300
Television
Trying to kick the "HELLIVISION" habit!
Books
The Holy Bible, New American Standard or New International Version
Heroes
The Father, The Son and The Holy Ghost
Pastor Brian's Details
Status:
Married
Here for:
Networking
Orientation:
Straight
Hometown:
East Cleveland, Ohio
Body type:
6' 0" / Average
Ethnicity:
Black / African descent
Religion:
Christian - other
Zodiac Sign:
Taurus
Smoke / Drink:
No / No
Children:
Proud parent
Education:
Some college
Occupation:
Pastor / Entrepreneur
Pastor Brian's Schools
Benedictine
Cleveland,OH
Graduated: 1984
Student status: Alumni
Degree: High School Diploma
1981 to 1984
Pastor Brian's Companies
Moore Counseling & Mediation Services Euclid, Ohio US VP of Operations
Ambassadors for Christ Euclid, Ohio US Assistant Pastor
Genesis Development Group Euclid, Ohio US Managing Director
Kingdom Couples Euclid, Ohio US Founder
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Roman Road: The Highway to a Relationship with God
Roman Road – it’s not just a systematic way to build highways inherited from the Roman Empire in the 1st Century. It’s also God’s plan of salvation set forth in Paul’s letter to the Romans. Also known as the Roman Road, the following is a collection of passages that build a beautiful and systematic approach to the gospel of grace by and through Jesus Christ.
Roman Road: The Gospel of Grace
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Romans 1:20-21: "For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened." We must acknowledge God as the Creator of everything and accept our humble position in God's creation.
Romans 3:23 “For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God.” We must all realize that we are sinners and that we need forgiveness. We are not worthy of God’s grace.
Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates His love toward us, in that, while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Through Jesus, God gave us a way to be saved from our sins. God showed us His love by giving us the potential for life through the death of His Son, Jesus Christ.
Romans 6:23 “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”If we remain sinners, we will die. However, if we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, and repent of our sins, we will have eternal life.
Romans 10:9-10 “That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." Just confess that Jesus Christ is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead and you will be saved!
Romans 10:13 “For whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved.” There are no religious formulas or rituals -- Call upon the name of the Lord and you will be saved!
Romans 11:36: "For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen." Determine in your heart to make Jesus Christ the Lord of your life today.
Roman Road: Are You Ready to Accept God’s Gift of Salvation?
If you truly believe the message of the Roman Road, and want to accept God’s gift of salvation right now, it's a matter of repenting of your sins and turning the rest of your life over to Jesus Christ. Again, this is not a ritual based on any specific words or prayers, but rather, a willful decision and a sincere step of faith.
“Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from you. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward you. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your will for the rest of my life. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.”
"Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." (Acts 2:38)
If you decided to receive Jesus today, welcome to God's family. Now, as a way to grow closer to Him, the Bible tells us to follow up on our commitment.
* Get baptized as commanded by Christ.
* Tell someone else about your new faith in Christ.
* Spend time with God each day. It does not have to be a long period of time. Just develop the daily habit of praying to Him and reading His Word. Ask God to increase your faith and your understanding of the Bible.
* Seek fellowship with other followers of Jesus. Develop a group of believing friends to answer your questions and support you.
* Find a local church where you can worship God.
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Who I'd like to meet:
You...If you are unsaved and open to hear the Good News!
Happy Father's Day Old Man - You know you're old when your youngest son has graduated from high school. That means you're just about ready to "really" live!!
Just stopped by to say hey. Glad to see ya on da space and waitin to hear you own da space! Go gettaz get all God has purposed 4 them - turn to ur neighbor and say' "I'm a go getta" and then tell dat same neighbor (my sista) I said Hey.
i had a real good time out there over the weekend. I hope to come back soon.
halla!
Happy Father's Day Old Man - You know you're old when your youngest son has graduated from high school. That means you're just about ready to "really" live!!
Just stopped by to say hey. Glad to see ya on da space and waitin to hear you own da space! Go gettaz get all God has purposed 4 them - turn to ur neighbor and say' "I'm a go getta" and then tell dat same neighbor (my sista) I said Hey.