Those who do not know the Lord do thoughtless things, contrary to His will. If a person is not in the spirit, they will never be able to fulfill God's purpose. See what the Bible says about following the voice that will lead us aright: Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” whenever you turn to the right hand or whenever you turn to the left (Isaiah 30.21). Pray!

Some converts still do not understand the value of faithfulness to God, which comes from Him. To reject the Lord's rebukes is to declare that you will no longer walk in His presence, showing that you do not need His protection and abhor living in holiness. It is the same as saying you prefer eternal suffering to living in a world of perfection. Those who decide to proceed in this manner are out of their minds. Mercy!

Your wealth does not mean that you have a significant amount of money, but rather the pride of having a brilliant mind, a good physique, or some other prowess. Why trust in material or imaginary goods, if eternal death will be your end and will separate you from the Creator forever? Man needs God every minute to ensure his eternal happiness.

The noblest attitude a person can have is to recognize that they have sinned, for this will bring them into reconciliation with God. He is the pure expression of love and holiness, the Only One who has mercy and power to forgive man of any sin. The solution for those who have taken a wrong step is to turn to God and say, “Father, I have sinned!” The Lord knows when you fell and what your destiny is, but since He is your Father, He will surely forgive you and give new meaning to your life (1 John 1:8).

Return to the path of dignity and go where the Lord sends you, owing nothing to the devil. The fall has already occurred, but the merciful God desires your happiness: Go and proclaim these words toward the north, and say: ‘Return, backsliding Israel,’ says the Lord; ‘I will not cause My anger to fall on you. For I am merciful,’ says the Lord; ‘I will not remain angry forever (Jeremiah 3.12). Cry out!

Abandon your ability to deceive people and draw near to God with tears and genuine repentance. Confess your sins to the Lord; tell Him everything that is wrong inside you, and He will restore you completely. The Most High says: Know that the Lord, He is God; it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture (Psalm 100.3). God is at your disposal to restore your life. Glory in the Lord, who is unchanging!

The Father's glory is to see His children return to His house! As it happened with the prodigal son, so it will happen with you. Just as the boy's father watched the horizon all the time, eager for his return, God does the same with His lost son, because He knows that he will be able to recognize his mistake and make the right decision to return (Luke 15:11-24). Right now, the Lord wants you back in His house and has already prepared a feast to welcome you. Say, “Father, I'm back!”

In Christ, with love,

R. R. Soares