If we are honest, we will admit that there is much our heart, the local of all that is true and essential about us, can condemn us for. Many know our actions, but our heart knows our true motive, it knows what we covet, and what we disdain… without just cause.
This being our true circumstance, there is hope for the one who is a ‘child of God.’ Though our heart may condemn us of our guilt, and though it be true that God sees and condemns our sins of the past, yet our unrest and turmoil may be soothed by the evidence that we are children of God and He is ‘greater than our hearts, therefore, we will not be finally condemned.’
This is true because Christ paid it all, having satisfied the wrath of God towards all sin. Therefore, the child of God is declared justified in His sight by faith in the finished work of Christ.
A true Believer does not attempt to conceal the truth that there is much for his heart and conscience to justly accuse them of… what he understands is the powerful evidence that he is a child of God, and he is persuaded that all will be well.
What is this hope that the children of God have? It is their forgiveness…
Remember that we ‘are forgiven.’ It is a completed work, accomplished in the life, sacrifice, and resurrection of our Savior. So when our hearts condemn us and we ‘repent’ or admit we are wrong, and seek His forgiveness, we are moving towards something that is already made available to us… and to which we just need to receive … to abide in, by faith.
Picture His completed work of Salvation as a fortress that we are invited to enter into through the gate of faith… and to which we abide, or rest in, as He defends and provides for us there. When we ‘Sin’ it is us choosing to leave the fortress and venturing out into the unknown of despair and loneliness… where we must provide for our own security and provision in our own limited strength.
When we realize all that we left behind and repent (turn back and move towards the fortress called Jesus Christ) admitting we were wrong to leave… we will find that gate of faith wide open and ready to receive us once again; to abide in and find rest in Him.
God is greater than our hearts and able to save completely. The work is finished and available for our receiving; you just need to turn to Him and ask…
Choose wisely…
“For whenever our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and he knows everything…. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 3:20, 1 John 1:9)
Written by David Brown: David Brown is a husband, father, grandfather, Pastor with a Masters of Religious Studies and a Professor of Philosophy and Comparative Religions. Dave is the Associate Pastor of Pemberton’s First Baptist Church. He is the author of two devotional books, “From a Chair by the Window.” And “#PrayerWinsThe Day”.
Think About This: “We like to control the map of our life and know everything well in advance. But faith is content just knowing that God’s promise cannot fail. This, in fact, is the excitement of walking with God.” – Jim R. Cymbala
This Week’s Verse to Memorize: “Therefore, let those who suffer according to the will of God commit their souls to Him in doing good, as to a faithful Creator.” 1 Peter 4:19
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Adrian Obrien
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Spontaneous invite to girl talk! Loved it! Speaker was on point, fellowship and food , how better to start Valentines?
Ivelisse Romero
1707021027
Beautiful place to separate yourself for the Lord. Soo peaceful no technology which I love. Just you nature and God. I was there for a women's retreat.
Jennifer Crabtree
1706843166
A wonderful Christ- and family-oriented place! Beautiful grounds and welcoming staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the conference we attended as well as the community hymn-sing. Highly recommend.
Jason Zimolong
1706837733
They've been a 5 star treatment and resort...doing God's work!
Patricia Simpson
1705193514
Peaceful little spot, so close to home 🩵
James Kolchin
1704151396
It's A Good Place To Have Retreats And They Have GREAT FOOD AND GREAT MUSIC
Kaia Leeds
1703475382
This was a very nice place!! I sang here with my school!!
Geoffrey Brewster
1702920475
You can see GOD work in and throughAll that go there.
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America's Keswick Christian Retreat and Conference Center
This place is beautiful! Great for a little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Robert Rodriguez
1711813203
The bestest place
Florence Ibrahim
1711601879
Christan true and very clean and good food and speaker blessed bmy soul love it my home and will always come back again again for ever in the lord. Room was so beautiful . They work so hard to make you happy. Will try to bring family member to be... blessed hear also. I support all that they do to help men and woman find god. When I come to Keswick I didn't want to go home . That how happy and blessed I'm. Always pray for all of them daily. So glad I found this blessed placeread more
Ross Fichter
1710505821
Stayed here while we were visiting my in-laws at The Pines Living Facility. Exactly what we needed for lodging -- inexpensive compared to most motels without any loss of accommodations, and very Christ-centered environment. Plus they serve a great... breakfast every morning. No TV in the room, but that was not an issue for us, since there is nothing worth watching anyway. Staff were extremely friendly and did their jobs well. This place is a gem and a blessing to all who walk on their beautiful property.read more
Manuel Chávez Martínez
1709498094
Es un lugar maravilloso para disfrutar la palabra de Dios
Pianista Benjamín Arias
1708802888
Bien
William Dundas
1708697460
This place holds a special place in my life journey. I was Baptised there as I RE-DEDICATED myself. It was Febuary at night, so my review may not give it the right justice. What I can say, there were a ton of relaxing, peaceful locations to... re-connect with JESUS. Obviously, there was a pool, several lake's with benches. Gathering locations to celebrate, and break bread. A very wholesome Resort.read more
Adrian Obrien
1707934719
Spontaneous invite to girl talk! Loved it! Speaker was on point, fellowship and food , how better to start Valentines?
Ivelisse Romero
1707021027
Beautiful place to separate yourself for the Lord. Soo peaceful no technology which I love. Just you nature and God. I was there for a women's retreat.
Jennifer Crabtree
1706843166
A wonderful Christ- and family-oriented place! Beautiful grounds and welcoming staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the conference we attended as well as the community hymn-sing. Highly recommend.
Jason Zimolong
1706837733
They've been a 5 star treatment and resort...doing God's work!
Patricia Simpson
1705193514
Peaceful little spot, so close to home 🩵
James Kolchin
1704151396
It's A Good Place To Have Retreats And They Have GREAT FOOD AND GREAT MUSIC
Kaia Leeds
1703475382
This was a very nice place!! I sang here with my school!!
Geoffrey Brewster
1702920475
You can see GOD work in and throughAll that go there.