Atoning Blood

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

In the very heart of Scripture (Romans. 3:21), it tells us that apart from the cross, no one can be declared righteous in GOD’S eyes! Yes, no good works or right living can earn us righteousness! Only through the shed blood of the Lamb of GOD is it possible to be cleansed of our sins and be able to enter the presence of a holy GOD and have a relationship with Him.

For GOD is just, and He must remain true to His own principles! Our Scripture today says “The soul who sins shall die.” The penalty for sin (death) had to be paid in a way that was acceptable to GOD, which was the shedding blood (Leviticus 17:11)! 

On that basis, our Heavenly FATHER provided a perfectly sinless sacrifice for all mankind, He sent His only begotten Son to redeem us so we would not perish but have everlasting life.

John 11:25
YESHUA told her; “I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in Me will live, even after dying.

When we say there is only one way to the FATHER, we mean we must believe YESHUA died as a perfect sacrifice for us! To trust in anything else is to ignore GOD’S holiness! 

BARUCH HASHEM

 

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce and Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Trust in Yeshua

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

Wars, economic crises, and our daily responsibilities are just a few common sources of stress that we encounter. Allowing ourselves to dwell on such things would invite anxiety to overwhelm us!

The LORD has a better way. YESHUA assured us that. Although we could face difficulty, we could rest in Him (John 16:33). But we cannot trust someone we don’t know. For this reason, we should first seek to find out who YESHUA is. Truths from Scripture are a good place to start. 

Yeshua is omnipresent, omniscient, faithful, and  powerful. His love is unconditional and offers forgiveness to all who trust Him as Savior! GOD adopts believers as His own children and wants the best for their lives so much that He chastises us when we disobey His Word! He desires that we love Him above everyone and everything else!

Isaiah 26:3
You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

YESHUA is trustworthy, and He offers rest in the midst of a troubled world. He wants you to lay your burdens upon Him and experience His perfect peace! Do you know this amazing GOD, not just know of Him but really know Him?

 

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce and Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Adonai Shalom, Our Peace

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

Oftentimes, we use the word “stress” to describe the pressure we are feeling. It can come from something as simple as traffic in today’s hectic world or from more complex situations, financial burdens, family problems or even insecurities! Unfortunately, in the world in which we live, going from day to day with a fairly constant level of such tension is not unusual.

In our verse today, we see that GOD—and only GOD—is our refuge and strength and help in times of trouble! Psalm Chapter 46 is a wonderful part of the Psalms to read and meditate on when we are troubled or feeling afraid! 

We all face uncertain times, when in our humanness, we may feel alone and scared! Yet there is confidence to gain in MESSIAH YESHUA!

Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Psalm 46 holds the key to releasing stress and finding peace! 

What is causing you mental anguish? 

Stop striving and rest in our loving, Almighty GOD! He wants you to trust Him, lean on Him, and allow Him to carry the burden for you. His desire is for His children to be relieved of worry. Trust in Him today, for He is truly our ADONAI SHALOM, our Prince of Peace!

 

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce and Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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Being Still

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

Temptations, trials and suffering—we’ve all experienced them! Even as Messiah followers (sometimes especially because we’re believers), we must endure pain whether through loss, bankruptcy, unemployment or broken relationships!

While no one is immune to hard times, believers are empowered through the Holy Spirit to endure them. 

Our verse today tells us to “Be still” and know who GOD is! This indicates that our best response to disappointments is to trust in the LORD! 

When troubles come (and they will come), it’s really easy to get caught up in our emotions, but we need to be wise in the Word of GOD and learn to be still, trust, and wait on the One who can work it all out for our good (Rom. 8:28)! 

Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am GOD. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.

While on this earth, troubles won’t ever vanish (John 16:33)! But when storms are brewing on the horizon, buckle up and trust GOD to guide you through!

 

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

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L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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God’s Purpose

L'Chaim Messianic Congregation, Lake Worth Florida, Palm Beaches

When we read Psalm 46:10, we see that it instructs us to “Be still” during times of difficulty. That Scripture means we should stop trying to manipulate our circumstances and instead allow GOD to work! 

Understanding a verse is one thing, but putting it into action during difficult time is entirely different! So how are we to “Be still” when we’re facing hard times?

First, we must understand that the LORD is allowing our difficulties. 

If we believe that He is in control, then we must also believe He has permitted this trial to happen! 

Second, it may be hard to comprehend, but there is a purpose behind our trials, even when it all seems confusing. 

GOD won’t allow hardships to come our way without good reason, if we respond correctly, we may look back one day on the experience as a stepping stone for growth in our spiritual walk!

1 Peter 4:12-13
Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trials which is to try you as though some strange thing happened to you, but rejoice to the extent that you partake of MESSIAH‘S sufferings.

GOD hasn’t disappeared, and He isn’t ignoring us. He has a purpose in everything, even in the most challenging of circumstances! Trust always!

 

Blessings,

Pastor Bruce & Suzi Elman

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation

Our new location:

L’Chaim Messianic Congregation meets at:
OASIS CHURCH
16401 SOUTHERN BLVD
WELLINGTON FL 33470

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