Back in September, Pope Francis called the Cross of Christ a failure “in human terms.”  Many Catholics came swiftly to his defense, saying that his words were taken out of context.

Now he has said this again. This man is obviously trying to drive home a point to the Catholic people, and perhaps the world.  What would that point be?

From Pulpitandpen.org

Quote from Pope Francis:

“When you don’t understand something, when desperation hits you then look at the cross. That is the great failure of God, that is the destruction of God, and it’s a challenge to our faith. And this is hope, because history did not end in that failure. Rather it’s in the resurrection of Christ that renewed all of us. I am going to tell you something personal. It’s 12 (o’clock) are you hungry? I am going to tell you something private. In my pocket I always carry two thing: a rosary to pray something which seems odd, this is here is the history of God’s failure, it’s the way of the cross, a small way of the cross, as Jesus suffered and when they condemned him right up to where he was buried with these two things I do the best I can. And thanks to these two things, I never lose hope.”

The cross, according to the Pope, is “the great failure of God.” The way of the cross is “the history of God’s failure,” according to the Pope. [1] – source

God’s Failure?

How dare this man blatantly call the Cross of our Lord Jesus “God’s Failure!?”  God makes no mistakes. He does not fail. He is all knowing and all powerful. Does anyone still doubt that we are seeing the False Prophet when we look at this pope?

I can just hear Pope Francis asking:

“Did God say………?”  if he would open up a Bible, he would see exactly what our God says about the Cross and His Only Son’s death upon it. Let’s look at these Scriptures:

“For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God” (1 Corinthians 1:18). (Emphasis mine)

*The Cross is the Power of God.

“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8).

*Christ’s death was the ultimate act of Love and Mercy from our Father in heaven.

“I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me” (Galatians 2:20). (Emphasis mine)

*Our lives as believers should reflect the mercy and love shown to us by Jesus on Calvary’s Cross.

“And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me” (Matthew 10:38). (Emphasis mine)

*The Cross symbolizes our Lord’s suffering and and as we follow Him, we will suffer for His sake.

“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2). (Emphasis mine)

*Jesus knew that He came to this earth to die for our sins. His “humanness” allowed Him to feel the intense pain and even the shame of being nailed to that tree; but He knew what was waiting on the other side. He knew that his death on the Cross was the only way for us to be reconciled to our Father. This gave Him much joy!

“Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross” (Colossians 2:14). (Emphasis mine)

*Our sins (every one of them) Nailed to that Cross! Hallelujah!  Not a failure, but a great Triumph!

“Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren” (1 John 3:16).

*Jesus showed us ‘Agape’ Love when He willingly laid down His life and went to that Cross for us. He showed us that we should have this kind of love for our brethren.

What the Word says about the Devil

“Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8).

“And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light” (2 Corinthians 11:14).

“Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places” (Ephesians 6:11-12).

“The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly” (John 10:10).

Brethren, I feel the presence of the evil one when I listen to the words of Pope Francis.  Anyone who loves the Lord Jesus Christ and believes that the Word of God is truly from God; should shudder at these words of the Pope!

To claim the Cross as “God’s failure” is straight from the pit of hell.  Our Lord and Savior came to this earth to die on that Cross.  That is the greatest news for mankind – that through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ – God made a way for fallen men and women to be reconciled to Him for eternity!

I pray that many Catholics are searching for the truth because they discern that the words of this pope are bizarre and not based on the Word of God. I have known many Catholics who truly seemed born again, but insisted on remaining in that godless institution – the RCC.

If you are a Catholic and are reading this article, please read God’s Word and compare it to the words of Pope Francis. God will show you that this man is leading many astray.  Ask the Lord to show you Truth.

HE is Truth.

MARANATHA

 

I am watching and listening to Andrea Bocelli as I write this piece. I think that he has one of the most magnificent voices this world has ever heard. The utter beauty of his voice brings me to tears.

Did you know that his mother was urged to abort him?

A sample of Andrea’s amazing talent:

OVER SIXTY MILLION

Since the SCOTUS decision of Roe Vs. Wade in 1973, there have been over 60 million babies slaughtered in their mother’s wombs.  Think about these little ones. Think of who they might have grown up to be.

A doctor

A scientist or doctor who would cure cancer

A singer

The greatest pianist the world has ever known

An actor

A preacher

A teacher

President of the U.S.

A writer

A lawyer

A dad

A mom

A brother

A sister

A friend to many

I believe that all of these little babies are safe in the arms of Jesus. But the people in the pro-death movement have to be demon possessed to not understand that each of these babies are people – little people.

This country will never know over 60 million people who were murdered before their lives could begin. These babies never knew their mother’s arms around them. They never knew a sunny day and the warmth of the sun on their bodies.

Abortion is one of the great sins which I believe has placed America under God’s righteous judgment. Even after seeing that Planned Parenthood cuts the babies up, and sells their parts – even after that, these blood thirsty demonically possessed people continue to demand the right to kill these children.

We deserve judgment.  I am ashamed of so much that goes on in America.  I want to go home to heaven so badly. I know that all of us who love the Lord Jesus Christ realize that this is not our home.

MARANATHA

 

 

“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.

(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)

To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them”  (Luke 2: 1-20) KJV

NO ROOM FOR HIM

As we see in the Scriptures, there was no room in the inn for Mary and Joseph to deliver Jesus that night.  So He was born in a lowly stable. The King of Glory born in a manger, where livestock had eaten.  It was there that God ordained His only Son to come into the world. You see, there are no mistakes with our God.

Have you made room in your heart for the Savior?  Many in this world love Christmas, and even love the sight of a nativity scene with baby Jesus. But they stop there.  Jesus came into this world for one reason – to die for your sins and for mine.

The Word says that we are sinners and cannot save ourselves. But out of His great love for us, here is what the Bible tells us:

 “For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly.

 For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die.

 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.

 For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life.

 And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the atonement”  (Romans 5: 6-11).

Most people do not realize that this small babe – born to a virgin – fulfilled God’s prophetic Word:

To see more prophecies fulfilled by Jesus go here:  [1] – source

So THIS is CHRISTmas!  If you have not repented and believed on the Lord Jesus Christ and His death and resurrection for the forgiveness of your sins – Make room for Him this day!

Without Him, you will spend eternity in hell. God wishes that NONE would perish but that all would be saved.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.  For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved” (John 3:16-17).

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

MARANATHA