Grace and Truth. Stop Everything and Watch This . . .

I have just run across the ministry of Paul Washer, a Southern Baptist evangelist and preacher based out of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. He also travels around the world preaching the gospel. I don't really know who this guy is, but after spending some time watching some of his sermons, I am cut to the heart. I have broken down crying in conviction and praise for God's mercy several times. I want to share two clips with you that contain parts of a couple of messages. If you have any time at all, spend a few minutes reflecting on what he says. If you don't have any time, then stop what you are doing and watch this anyway.

Grace of God:  "Let Me Tell You About My Jesus - He Saved Me."

Truth of Grace:   "What Does God Demand From Us? Everything."

I've preached both of these messages. I have proclaimed God's mercy with all the praise I can muster. I have called others and myself to total sacrifice. But, I have also backed up. I have forgotten God's mercy at times and I have not sacrificed my own life or called others to do the same. There have been times that I have seen this message of Grace and Truth clearly and the fire of it burned through my bones. Then, there have been times that I have been so lukewarm that I have only been fit for spewing. God, have mercy. I am so grateful for His forgiveness and enabling grace that leads me to godliness and calls me to lay down my life in response to God's mercy.

May the true Gospel of Jesus Christ be revived in our hearts - in my heart. May we believe in Jesus for who He is, not who we make Him out to be.

Comments

[Guy Muse]

When trying to click on the videos I keep getting this error message: "We're sorry, this video is no longer available." Has it really been taken off YouTube, or is it something local? Any ideas?

[Alan Cross]

They are working for me, Guy. It might be something down there with you.

[Jeff Richard Young]

Dear Alan,

I'm so glad you have heard this brother. I first listened to him a while back, and God has used these messages powerfully in me. You might check out his missions organization.

Love in Christ,

Jeff

[Dave Miller]

My son really loves this guy!