The Results!

I hung with American Idol for 8 years. 

The first few years, I just enjoyed watching the trainwreck auditions, but eventually Nikki and I began cheering on Carrie Underwood, and finally Kris Allen in season 8. Each week we watched the performances and then...the results!









The results are set at the beginning of these talent shows, but a good host knows how to really drag it out. Or in a live voting event, you can always just make up some results and have a lot more fun! (see: Harvey, Steve)

I'm thankful that heavenly results are never in doubt:
"And if anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire."Revelation 20:15

When we arrive in Heaven, it's time for the results. For the believer in Jesus Christ, this is not a moment of fear or worry. Our names have been written into the book of life from the time we gave ourselves to Jesus Christ.

Why does God write our names in a book? Does God need a reminder of who has chosen salvation? Not at all, but God has put down a physical proof of our salvation. It's inarguable. Either we repented of sin and trusted in Jesus or we didn't. And we can see it right there in black and white. 

Do you fear eternity? If you belong to Jesus, there is nothing to fear. He said, "Peace I leave with you...do not let your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." If you're in Jesus, you win! If you're not, give yourself to Him today! Click here to learn more about how to have a secure eternity through Jesus Christ. 

The Exercise of Blogging

Thanks for sticking with me. I always swore that if I started blogging again, I wouldn't be "that guy" who blogs hard for three weeks and then takes off for three.

I've become that guy. My bad. 

American's waste BILLIONS in unused gym memberships. I understand the value of exercise and do my best to maintain good physical health. But blogging is my chance at better mental exercise. It's a challenge, but if it's important, I'll make the time. 

Pastoring is a busier occupation than people might imagine. There is a to-do list that guides my week, but rarely does that list remain unchanged. Blogging keeps getting knocked down the list. 

I have a subject that's on my mind for next week, and I could have pounded it out, but it's not just about writing. It's about writing something valuable if you're going to take the time to read it. 

Have an idea or question you'd like me to write about? Leave a comment. And you can follow me on Periscope (@HeathTibbetts) where I answer questions and try to take on a different question from day to day. 

Maranatha,

Heath