[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":10},["ShallowReactive",2],{"post-he-gave-that-i-may-live":3},{"documentId":4,"title":5,"slug":6,"text":7,"publishedAt":8,"createdAt":8,"updatedAt":9},"003ed416-9552-47ae-a900-56e7a8deacfd","He Gave That I May Live!","he-gave-that-i-may-live","\u003Cp>He Gave That I May Live\u003C/p>\u003Cp>1 Timothy 2\u003C/p>\u003Cp>KJV\u003C/p>\u003Cp>6+ Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Every life needs a support system to live and operate, which is what he/she receives from friends and family! These all contribute to making life sustainable through the sacrificial giving, contributions etc, in all forms! \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Jesus gave his life as a ransom, a sacrifice so that we may live! His life was cut short so we can have ours prolonged  \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Read how Paul expresses this love that Jesus has for him ; \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Galatians 2\u003C/p>\u003Cp>KJV\u003C/p>\u003Cp>20+ I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Did you notice these words ;\u003C/p>\u003Cp>“and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.”\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Love manifests itself through giving and this is exactly what Paul said concerning Jesus! He loved me and gave himself for me! \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>A few days ago I solemnly observed  another milestone, my entry into this world, aka “ birthday”  interestingly only a few remembered and sent me words and gifts of encouragement! I was greatly encouraged by their words and display of love    These loved me and gave themselves freely to me!\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Nothing encourages, strengthens, gives hope and joy more than to know that you are loved and appreciated! A songwriter sums it up like this “ Jesus loves me this I know !”\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Finally here is an interesting thing I’ve observed , the circle of well -wishers continue to decline at every birthday, and do you know why? We fade from memory! \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>It is not only when we pass away that our memory fades; it starts while we are still alive! If in doubt take down the  number of wishes you receive each  year ! Plot the graph and you’ll see it . \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>I’ve written this to thank all who gave so that I may celebrate my birthday! Your greetings abd gifts are greatly appreciated As the Lord promised, I pray that this be fulfilled in your life \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Mark 9\u003C/p>\u003Cp>KJV\u003C/p>\u003Cp>41+ For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>May this come to pass in your lifetime    You gave so that I may enjoy the day!! . \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Maranatha! \u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>","2026-08-19T10:30:38.163Z","2026-08-19T12:52:08.998Z",1787144038668]