You might be curious about why this site is named “Hope By The Roadside.” Typically, when we end up at the roadside, it’s in moments that feel pretty hopeless—maybe we’ve had car troubles, been in an accident, or run out of fuel. However, we really want you to know the most vital message you could ever receive: God loves you, yes you!
At the core of the Christian faith is the promise of salvation and eternal life, made possible through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, the Son of God.
This wonderful message, often referred to as the “gospel,” provides a path to redemption for everyone who places their trust in Christ. It liberates them from the weight of sin and opens the door to the infinite love and grace of the Almighty. Through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, all mankind can receive full forgiveness and to be reconciled with God, moving from condemnation to the gift of eternal friendship with God.
This deep-seated hope goes beyond our current lives, reaching into eternity and assuring us of everlasting life in the presence of the Lord. For Christians, this hope in Christ acts as a steadfast anchor for the soul, offering strength, comfort, and unwavering confidence even in the face of life’s challenges. It is a hope that rises above the limitations of our earthly existence, guiding us toward a glorious future in heaven with God – a hope that remains firm, unyielding, and capable of supporting the faithful through all circumstances.
The Gospel Message is about sharing the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to hear about God’s love, forgiveness, and the eternal hope found in faith. Explore biblical teachings that guide us toward a life of peace, forgiveness, and assurance of Heaven.
If we look at the broad road first, the Lord Jesus states that this road leads to “destruction” in verse 13. This is the road we all start life on, because we are all born already a sinner. Romans chapter 3 verse 23 tells us “…all have sinned and come short of the glory of God” It is clear from the word “all” that there are no exceptions.
Sin is all against God, and therefore God (being absolutely holy and sinless) must judge it.
The verdict can really only be guilty, because if we are all honest, we definitely are sinners and we definitely fall short of God’s standard. Whether it is what we might consider little sins such as telling lies or perhaps having hatred toward someone, or whether it is when we stole something or broke the speed limit in our car, or something worse, God will judge these actions and thoughts and find us guilty. The punishment for this will be eternal separation from God in hell, and that is what Christ describes as “destruction” in Matthew chapter 7 verse 13.
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