Called 4 Jesus

by TA York

Hebrew 4:12
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”

During my time in convalescent ministry, we held a Bible study every Sunday. Each week, a woman in a wheelchair would roll past our gathering. The following week, she paused briefly to listen for just a minute before moving on. This pattern continued for several weeks. Although we invited her to join the service, she politely declined each time.

Gradually, however, something began to change. She started lingering in the hallway—first for 15 minutes, then for 30 minutes. Finally, one Sunday, she wheeled herself into the library of the convalescent home and stayed for the entire service. This transformation demonstrates that the Bible is truly powerful, active, and alive. It is far more than words printed on paper; it is the very life flow of Jesus Christ.

On the other hand, for those who refuse God’s gentle tap on the shoulder urging them to change, judgment awaits. They will eventually judge their own hearts and attitudes and feel the weight of guilt. If they don’t experience this conviction, their consciences may have become seared and hardened.

I recall one encounter that illustrates this point. I noticed a cross someone was wearing and commented, “Nice cross—are you a Christian?” His response was immediate: “No.” Puzzled, I asked, “Then why do you wear a cross?” He simply replied, “Just in case.”

“Just in case” people have no place in righteousness (Matt 5:20, Eccl 3:17, Eph 4:17-19). Uncommitted Christians follow Christ in speech but their actions deny Christ (Titus 1:16, James 4:17).
So to those people, ask yourself, do I have a place in heaven?
Also, this sin will prevent growth. Needless to say, insulting the
suffering of Jesus, is not spiritually healthy.

This raises a crucial question: How does a person know when they are going to die? How will you know when it’s time to make that emergency call to God?
The sobering reality is that some people don’t get that opportunity to cry out to Him.
That’s why today is the day of salvation! Take the time now to pray and cry out for God’s saving grace.

Don’t wait until your soul and spirit are divided beyond repair.

God bless