Cracker Jacks and The Presence of God

Monday, December 2, 2024

As a child, I liked the snack, Cracker Jacks. It was unique in that, deep inside every box was a prize. In some ways, it shows the difference between our faith and every other ideology, or religion. With other belief systems, you try to follow the teachings and practices. But the Gospel isn't just about trying to follow a teaching or practice. It contains a gift, something real that's given to you. It's not about what's true. It's the giving of the Gift of Truth itself - Himself. You can't live the Christian life without His supernatural presence residing in you. It's like holding a box of Cracker Jacks, but not reaching in for the prize. For God so loved the world that He gave the greatest of gifts. That giving isn't complete by teaching, doctrine, going to church, or Bible studies. They're good, but the giving is made complete by receiving. It's time you reach deep down into your faith, into the blessing of the gift. It's as simple as pulling a prize out of a box of Cracker Jacks.

From Message #1080 - The Presence & the Power Word