Some people think God can do anything, but that is not true, and we should be glad it is not true. God Cannot Lie. This is the most repeated “cannot” in Scripture. Titus 1:2 (KJV) “In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began.” Hebrews 6:18 (KJV) “That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie…” Numbers 23:19 (KJV) “God is not a man, that he should lie…” Meaning: His words are eternally trustworthy. His promises cannot fail because lying is outside His nature. God Cannot Change. He is unchanging in character, purpose, and nature. Malachi 3:6 (KJV) “For I am the LORD, I change not…” James 1:17 (KJV) “…the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.” Meaning: He cannot become better or worse. He cannot evolve, weaken, or shift His standards. God Cannot Be Tempted With Evil. Evil has no pull on Him. James 1:13 (KJV) “God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man.” Meaning: There is nothing in God that responds to sin. He is pure holiness. God Cannot Deny Himself. He cannot act against His own nature, character, or word. 2 Timothy 2:13 (KJV) “If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.” Meaning: He cannot contradict His own identity, promises, or holiness. God Cannot Grow Weary or Faint. His strength is infinite and cannot diminish. Isaiah 40:28 (KJV) “…the everlasting God… fainteth not, neither is weary.” Meaning: He never gets tired, overwhelmed, or depleted. God Cannot Be Unjust. His judgments are always righteous. Deuteronomy 32:4 (KJV) ”A God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.” Job 34:10 (KJV) “…far be it from God, that he should do wickedness; and from the Almighty, that he should commit iniquity.” Meaning: He cannot act unfairly, corruptly, or unrighteously. God Cannot Be Ignorant or Learn. He already knows all things. Psalm 147:5 (KJV) “His understanding is infinite.” 1 John 3:20 (KJV) “…God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.” Meaning: He cannot discover something new or be surprised. God Cannot Die. He is eternal and immortal. 1 Timothy 1:17 (KJV) “Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible…” Meaning: His being is indestructible. (Christ died in His humanity, not His divine nature.) God Cannot Tolerate Sin in His Presence. His holiness excludes it. Habakkuk 1:13 (KJV) “Thou art of purer eyes than to behold evil, and canst not look on iniquity…” Meaning: Sin cannot stand before Him without judgment or atonement.
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For we also received the good news, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, since they did not share the faith of those who comprehended it—Hebrews 4:2 (ESV). Faith is very important. It is the link that binds us to every promise of God—it brings us every blessing. I do not mean a dead faith, but a living faith. There is a great difference between the two. A man may tell me that ten thousand dollars are deposited in a certain bank in my name. I may believe it, but if I don’t act upon it and get the money it does me no good. Unbelief bars the door and keeps back the blessing. Someone has said there are three elements in faith—knowledge, assent, laying hold. Knowledge! A man may have a good deal of knowledge about Christ, but that does not save him. I suppose Noah’s carpenters knew as much about the ark as Noah did, but they perished miserably nevertheless, because they were not in the ark. Our knowledge about Christ does not help us if we do not act upon it. But knowledge is very important. Many also assent and say—“I believe”; but that does not save them. Knowledge, assent, then laying hold: it is that last element that saves, that brings the soul and Christ together. Everlastingsalvationchurchofgod.com http://www.youtube.com/@andrahigginbotham8096 PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM
Scripture does not give a single sentence that says, “You will meet your family in heaven,” but it does give a clear pattern that God’s people will know one another, be reunited, and remain in conscious relationship after death. The evidence is strong, consistent, and rooted in both Old and New Testament revelation. What Scripture Shows About Recognizing Loved Ones in Heaven 1. God’s people remain themselves after death — identity is preserved Matthew 17:1–3 (GW) — At the Transfiguration, the disciples instantly recognized Moses and Elijah, even though they lived centuries earlier. “Then Moses and Elijah appeared to them and were talking with Jesus.” This shows continuity of identity and recognizability in the afterlife. 1 Corinthians 13:12 (GW) —“Now we see a blurred image in a mirror. Then we will see very clearly. Now my knowledge is incomplete, but then I will know fully, as God has known me.” Paul teaches that in eternity we will know fully, not less. Recognition increases, not decreases. 2. Scripture describes reunion with those who died in the Lord 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 (GW) — Paul comforts grieving believers by promising a reunion. “We who are still alive will join them… Then we will be with the Lord forever. So encourage each other with these words.” Paul’s comfort only makes sense if believers will see and know one another again. Genesis 25:8 (GW) —Abraham… died at a good old age… and was gathered to his people.” This phrase is repeated for Isaac, Jacob, Moses, and others. It does not mean burial location; it means joining those who died before them. 2 Samuel 12:23 (GW) — David says of his deceased child: “I will go to him, but he will not return to me.” David expects a future reunion. 3. Heaven is a place of conscious fellowship Hebrews 12:22–23 (GW) describes heaven as a gathering of: “countless angels… the assembly of God’s firstborn children… and the spirits of God’s people who have been made perfect.” This is a community, not isolation. 4. Jesus’ teaching assumes personal recognition after death Luke 16:19–31 — In Jesus’ story, Abraham, Lazarus, and the rich man all recognize one another after death. Jesus never corrects this as symbolic; He uses it to teach reality. Luke 23:43 (GW) — Jesus tells the thief: “Today you will be with me in paradise.” “With me” implies relationship, not anonymity.
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Assurance comes from doing what is right. Isaiah 32:17, NKJV. “The work of righteousness will be peace, and the effect of righteousness, quietness and assurance forever.” God can keep us from falling. Jude 24, NKJV. “Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling, and to present you faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy,” Christ has given us the victory. 1 Corinthians 15:57, NKJV. “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” God is the one who started the good that is in you, and He will complete it. Philippians 1:6, NKJV. “being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ” If we admit our guilt and wrongs, Christ is true to His promise to forgive and cleanse us of all what we have done. 1 John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” All situations that face us – with God, it is possible to be delivered. Mark 10:27, NKJV. “But Jesus looked at them and said, “With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God all things are possible.” God cares. 1 Peter 5:7, NKJV. “casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.”
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God’s Word is rich and specific about what God does for us—how He acts, protects, provides, strengthens, guides, and stays faithful. The word of God teaches us that God Protects Us Psalm 91:4 (GW) “He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge. His truth is your shield and armor.” Psalm 121:7–8 (GW) “The Lord guards you from every evil. He guards your life. The Lord guards you as you come and go, now and forever.” God Fights for Us Exodus 14:14 (GW) “The Lord will fight for you. All you have to do is keep still.” Deuteronomy 20:4 (GW) “The Lord your God is going with you. He will fight for you against your enemies and give you victory.” God Provides for Us Philippians 4:19 (GW) “My God will richly fill your every need in a glorious way through Christ Jesus.” Psalm 34:10 (GW) “Those who seek the Lord will never lack anything good.” God Strengthens Us Isaiah 40:29 (GW) “He gives strength to those who grow tired and increases the strength of those who are weak.” Psalm 46:1 (GW) “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” God Guides Us Psalm 32:8 (GW) “The Lord says, ‘I will instruct you. I will teach you the way that you should go. I will advise you as my eyes watch over you.’” Proverbs 3:5–6 (GW) “Trust the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths smooth.”
LET US NOT FORGET HOW MUCH OUR GOD DOES FOR US. OUR GOD IS WORTHY OF PRAISE, LET US GIVE PRAISE TO OUR GOD. GLORY! HALLELUJAH!
Loving God is one of Scripture’s central themes, and the Bible gives clear, practical instruction on how to love Him—not just that we should. These passages show what loving God looks like in daily life: obedience, loyalty, affection, trust, and wholehearted devotion. Love God With Your Whole Being Deuteronomy 6:5 — “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.” This is the foundation: love that is total, undivided, and expressed in every part of life. Love God by Obeying Him Deuteronomy 11:1 — “Love the Lord your God, and always do what he tells you, follow his directions, obey his commands, and be loyal to him.” Love is shown through obedience, loyalty, and consistency. Love God by Listening and Responding to His Voice Deuteronomy 30:20 — “Love the Lord your God, obey him, and be loyal to him. This will be your way of life…” Love is active—hearing, following, and clinging to Him. Love God Above Everything Else Matthew 10:37 — “The person who loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me…” Loving God means He becomes the highest priority, above relationships, desires, and comfort. Love God by Loving Others 1 John 4:20–21 — “If anyone says, ‘I love God,’ but hates another believer, that person is a liar… The person who loves God must also love other believers.” Our treatment of people reveals the truth of our love for God.
Matthew 15:14 Leave them alone! They are blind leaders. When one blind person leads another, both will fall into the same pit.” Romans 2:19–23 You are confident that you are a guide for the blind, a light to those in the dark, 20 an instructor of ignorant people, and a teacher of children because you have the full content of knowledge and truth in Moses’ Teachings. 21 As you teach others, are you failing to teach yourself? As you preach against stealing, are you stealing? 22 As you tell others not to commit adultery, are you committing adultery? As you treat idols with disgust, are you robbing temples? 23 As you brag about the laws in Moses’ Teachings, are you dishonoring God by ignoring those laws? Matthew 7:15 — “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.” Matthew 23:16 — “Woe unto you, ye blind guides…” Luke 6:39 — “Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch?”
PEOPLE BE CAREFUL WHO YOU ALLOW TO PASTOR YOU, TEACH YOU, OR LEAD YOU. PASTORS, BISHOPS, AND CHURCH LEADERS ASK YOURSELF ARE YOU A BLESSING OR A CURSE.
Romans 8:28 We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God—those whom he has called according to his plan. Romans 8:28 is Paul’s declaration that God is actively and intentionally weaving every circumstance—good or painful—into a purposeful outcome for His people. This verse comes with a promise. This is a covenant promise, not a universal promise. It belongs to God’s children—those in relationship with Him and aligned with His calling. Let’s make it clear, everyone is not entitled to the promise within this verse. Paul gives two qualifiers: those who love God, and those who are called according to His purpose. The point is this: God delivers the person who is positioned in Christ and who lives a pure and holy life. The person who truly loves God and is living a godly life is the person who experiences all things being worked out for his good. It is the godly person who loves God that will be delivered from the struggling and suffering of this corrupt world. Think about it for a moment, for it is the only reasonable conclusion. If a man does not love God—does not place his life into the hands of God—how can God take care of Him? If the man turns his back and walks away from God, how can God look after him? God is not going to force His care upon any of us. He is not going to make mechanical robots out of us, forcing us to live at His beck and call. Such is not love; it is only mechanical behavior. What God wants is love that flows from a heart that chooses to love Him. The choice is ours: we either turn our lives over to Him in love, or we continue to take our lives into our own hands.
GOD WILL ALWAYS PROVIDE God as Provider is one of Scripture’s clearest and most consistent themes. Psalm 23:1 “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” His shepherding guarantees provision. Psalm 34:10 “The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing.” Matthew 6:31–33 “Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? … But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” Philippians 4:19 “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Isaiah 58:11 “And the Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones…” Psalm 84:11 “For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.” Psalm 37:25 “I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.”
