It Changed My Life!

A couple of commercials on television have caught my attention recently. One of them is for a walk in tub. OK, so I work midnights, and watch / listen to a lot of late-night television. Among the phrases used in the commercial is, "This walk-in tub changed my life!" Please understand, the line in its context is a true statement. The walk-in tub probably did change the life of the person in the wheelchair making the statement. But the first time I heard it, it kind of took me by surprise.

The whole idea behind an advertising campaign is to convince the listener that the product could so impact their life that it would make a definite difference. But a tub - that could change your life?

What a message! What a concept! Proclaiming a message that could convince an audience that what you possess could change their lives! That's what every pastor / Bible teacher worth their salt does each week. In fact, that's what every Christ-follower should be about doing every day.

The message we have is powerful enough to change the lives of everyone with whom we come in contact. It has changed our lives! It may not be noticed on the outside, but it has changed our lives for all eternity on the inside.

I read an article in USA Today earlier this week about the late Payne Stewart, the great pro-golfer who was unfortunately killed in a plane crash a few years ago. Interviewed were family members, friends, and other pro golfers who knew him well. Among the golfers who had played golf with him early in his career, were those who didn't particularly like him. He was quite arrogant, was known to drink a bit, and just his attitude was less than positive.

But then he met Jesus. He was gloriously converted and his whole demeanor changed. It was noticeable. His attitude got better. Other golfers enjoyed playing the game with him.

That's what happens when we have an encounter with Jesus. Our whole life changes. Have you had an encounter with Jesus? Do you know Him and His saving grace? Let's rejoice together at His grace! It changed our lives. If you've not had this type of encounter, please know that I'd love to share how you can experience this life-changing grace.

Leave a comment below either sharing your life-changing encounter with Him or let me know that you'd like to know more about it. I'd love to share Him with you!