Gist With ADE

WE SERVE THE SAME GOD… BUT DO WE BELIEVE IN THE SAME GOD?

Many people serve God because they acknowledge that there is a higher power—someone who created them and the beautiful world around them.

They believe God exists, and in their own ways, they try to serve Him.
But as Christians, we believe and serve God through Jesus Christ.
In John 3:16, God made it clear that whoever believes in Him (Jesus) will not perish but have eternal life.
Jesus Himself said He is the way, the truth, and the life—and that no one comes to the Father except through Him.

That means we cannot just approach God in any way we choose. We come through Jesus—the only true access.
And that is why we pray in Jesus’ name.

Now, believing in Jesus is not just words—it means surrender. It means making Him Lord over your life:
your decisions, your business, your relationships, your marriage, your children—everything.
At that point, your life is no longer fully yours to control.

That is where the Holy Spirit comes in—the One who leads, guides, teaches, comforts, and helps us live this Christian life without regret.
So I began to wonder…
Why are some Christians entering relationships or marriages with people who do not share this belief?

And I realized something:
The enemy sometimes uses love to make a lie feel like truth.

1. Obedience is better than sacrifice.
You may think you are sacrificing for love, but God values obedience more. If Jesus is truly Lord over your life, you will obey His instruction not to be unequally yoked.
Love is patient, not obsessive. Love does not dishonor God or ignore wise counsel. Love is not selfish—it seeks God first.

2. We are on a journey toward righteousness and eternal life.
Have you asked where the other person is headed? If they are not going your direction, then you are on the wrong bus. And wisdom says—you should come down.

3. Your life is no longer yours alone.
When you accept Jesus, you don’t just choose a partner based on feelings—you seek God’s direction for someone aligned with His purpose for your life.

4. God is the Alpha and the Omega.
He knows the beginning and the end. Every path has an ending, and God already sees it. If He is leading you away from something, it is because He sees what you cannot.
His plans for you are good—not evil.
So seek Him first, and let Him add every other thing to your life.

Now let me ask you:
Do you agree that we may serve the same God, but not believe in Him the same way?
If you don’t agree, I’m open to correction—with love.
If you do, I’d love to hear your thoughts 🤍

— Gist with ADE
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