Hello ,

During an interview before his 50th college reunion, former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg confessed that his mortality has started dawning on him, at 72. He also said that he's been sobered by how many of his former classmates have passed away. 

The author of the interview concluded, "But if [Bloomberg] senses that he may not have as much time left as he would like, he has little doubt about what would await him at a Judgment Day. Pointing to his work on gun safety, obesity and smoking cessation, he said with a grin: 'I am telling you if there is a God, when I get to heaven I'm not stopping to be interviewed. I am heading straight in. I have earned my place in heaven. It's not even close.'"*

I'd love to have the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Bloomberg and explain a most simple concept with him...he's NOT going straight into heaven UNLESS he has been covered by the righteousness of Jesus Christ.  No matter HOW many things he has done (and I'm sure he's done plenty), works can NEVER, and will NEVER save him...or me...or you!

The scriptures are very clear, and I'm thankful that God has a wonderful plan in place to save us.  May the amazing thought (that you CANNOT EARN your salvation),  give you peace for this Monday!

Have a great day and God bless!

Pastor Mike / The Open Word