Pastor Nadeem of Jehovah Saints Church Pakistan

Sunday Sermon: Salvation Has Come to Your House

Scripture Reference:"For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." — Luke 19:10

A Report from Pastor Nadeem

Pastor Nadeem of Jehovah Saints Church in Gojra City, District Toba Tek Singh, Pakistan, shared a photo of his congregation, along with details of the Sunday sermon.

Sermon Highlights

The sermon was based on Luke 19:1-10, the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector who encountered Jesus and experienced life-changing salvation.

1. Key Message:

   • Pastor Nadeem preached about the transformative power of Jesus’ presence in our lives.

   • The story of Zacchaeus teaches us that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace.

2. Main Takeaway:

   • Just as Jesus said to Zacchaeus, “Today salvation has come to your house” (Luke 19:9), we are reminded that Jesus seeks out the lost and offers them redemption.

   
   

Scriptural Reflections

1. The Story of Zacchaeus

The encounter between Jesus and Zacchaeus is a powerful reminder of God’s love and mercy:

• Zacchaeus’ Desire to See Jesus: Despite being a wealthy tax collector, Zacchaeus climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus, showing his eagerness to encounter the Savior (Luke 19:4).

• Jesus’ Call: Jesus called Zacchaeus by name and invited Himself into his home, demonstrating that He knows us personally and desires a relationship with us (Luke 19:5).

• Repentance and Transformation: Zacchaeus repented, promising to give half of his possessions to the poor and repay anyone he had cheated fourfold (Luke 19:8).

This story illustrates the joy and transformation that come when we welcome Jesus into our lives.

2. Salvation for All

The story of Zacchaeus reminds us that salvation is available to everyone, regardless of their past:

• “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people.” — Titus 2:11

• “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” — Romans 10:13

3. Seeking the Lost

Jesus’ mission is to seek and save the lost, as shown in His interaction with Zacchaeus:

• “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” — 2 Peter 3:9

• “I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.” — Luke 5:32

A Call to Action

Pastor Nadeem’s sermon encourages us to reflect on our own lives and ask:

• Are we seeking Jesus with the same eagerness as Zacchaeus?

• Have we allowed Jesus to transform our hearts and actions?

Let us also remember to share the message of salvation with others, just as Jesus reached out to Zacchaeus.

The story of Zacchaeus is a beautiful testament to the power of God’s love and the joy of salvation. Let us strive to follow Jesus’ example by seeking out those who are lost and sharing the good news of His grace.

"Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." — Luke 19:9-10

May God bless Pastor Nadeem and the congregation of Jehovah Saints Church in Gojra City as they continue to spread His Word.

Conclusion: Join Us in Bringing Hope to the Homeless

At Jehovah Saints, we are committed to being the hands and feet of Christ by providing safe shelters, warm meals, and hope to those in need. Our mission to build homeless shelters around the world is inspired by Jesus’ words: “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me” (Matthew 25:40).

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