MY GOSPEL @ Desmond R Singh Joe McCormick

 As God's elect, we are not merely recipients of Jesus's
words about himself, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life: no one comes to the Father except through me' (John 14:6).
We live in the last days, and Jesus warned us
that deception would be rampant. Yet, the most pernicious falsehood is self-deception.

Brother Vid stressed that he is grateful that he does not believe in a fantasy concerning the gospel of the Kingdom. Brother Singh continued that theme, showing us Jesus "the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father but by him" (John 14:6). Nevertheless, when Jesus ascended to the Father, he gave the keys to the Kingdom to his ministry that would carry on his work in his absence.

In his thought-provoking manner, Brother Singh challenges us with a question that stirs our souls: "Have we, the Gospel Assembly Fellowship, become the Pharisee church of the 21st Century?"

Brother Singh compares the Pharisee movement to the present-day church to illustrate that maintaining traditions does not mean God is with us! For instance, wearing a white shirt does not make us righteous; a woman wearing a granny's knot does not make her modest; speaking in tongues does not mean a person has the Holy Ghost.

This Sunday morning, reality provokes us to examine the genuineness of our worship. While Gospel Assembly Fellowship believes our doctrines are correct, every other denomination does too. Thus, we are not here to pass judgment. Instead, let us critically examine our efforts to worship God the Father according to His will, not our own.

During worship, we sang a beautiful chorus, 'MY DESIRE IS TO BE LIKE JESUS.' Our Pastor posed a question that may have made some of us uncomfortable. 'Is it truly our desire to be like him?

We older saints may underestimate the challenges and struggles of youth today coping with the evils and despair of a society gone mad. Br James blessed our Saturday evening service with his energetic testimony. Brother John followed him, recounting the struggles of his youth, reflecting his love for Christ's church. "LORD, I have loved the habitation of thy house and the place where thine honor dwelleth." (Psalm 26:8) 

As evidence of God's judgment falling on humanity increases, Brother Singh asserts that righteous living by the elect shields a community. Conversely, if the elect fails to conform to divine laws and principles, judgment will strike that community. Imagine if a tsunami or tornado were to devastate this area; it would be a clear sign that we are not living according to God's will.

As Jesus sat upon the Mount of Olives, the disciples asked, "Tell us, when shall these things be? And what shall be the sign of thy coming and the end of the world? {the consummation of the age}." (Matthew 24:3).