569 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ 

-Lead to the gate of heaven!-

In all your ways acknowledge him and He will make your path straight. Proverbs 3:6

Why is repentance and outward expression of baptism so important? 

Two days ago Hugh Hefner died at age 91. As many know Hugh is the owner and founder of the largest porn magazine and industry called playboy. Many on Facebook have applauded him and wished him RIP! This did not sit well with me or many Christian activist! 

People say don't judge sure but God does want us to warn what sin is and what sin can do. I warned and went on to say if Hugh had a bedside redemption and gave his life to Jesus he may have made it to heaven. Based on the Bible and Jesus the fate is narrow but God himself told us how to get to heaven! We, at a age we can make decision for our self, must repent, ask for forgiveness and do an outward expression through baptism to cleanse our souls. 

This got me thinking about why we should do this outward expression of baptism. One because our Lord himself did it around age 30 with John The Baptist. We want to follow his lead always. Two, sure Hugh Hefner was a sinner (we all are until forgiven by Jesus) and lead many astray but just think if he had changed his life! What if he repented! It's for God yes but it is also for others watching his journey. Then if he would have showed proof for his desire and seriousness to change in the form or outward baptism he could have changed the course of so many lives! He lead so many astray but once redeemed this means he could have also lead three times as many to the gates of heaven! The way we lead others is our choice and watched closely by God! 

The Challenge: 

Lead people to the gates of heaven! Do you feel guilt about leading people to hell? Repent, give your life to Jesus and show an outward expression of baptism! This will not only change your course but the course of 100's who follow your leadership, for in the end we all lead someone! Lead them to the gates of heaven, not to hell in a hand basket!