Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Prayer and the Word
We know there is power in the Word of God. But do you realize that for it to be effective it has to be spoken and applied? The spoken Word of God opens closed doors. It creates health and healing. It is the way we communicate with God and the right way to speak to and about ourselves. Jesus said in John 13:17 “If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them.” Our empowerment to resist temptation, our ability to walk in faith comes from studying, meditating and doing the Word
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Blessed are you if you do them
John 13:17 “If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them.”
What is Jesus teaching us here? Blessed means empowered, so we are admonished to do what Jesus teaches so that we may be empowered to prosper in whatever He has taught us. But then why aren't most believers not prospering?
One of the most popular scriptures in the Bible is John 8:32 “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” But do you realize that most of us take it out of context? Jesus started addressing the believers from John 8:31 and continued on to verse 32. So it will be clearer for us if we use both verses together.
Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
How do these two scriptures compare John 13:17 and John 8:31-32? Now listen to James 1:25 “But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.”
Our empowerment, ability to walk in faith and enjoy the blessing comes from abiding and doing the Word. You are going to encounter a lot of arguments against this but always refer to what our Lord says and does. Knowing the truth without continuing in it will not set you free. If you want to walk in the blessing you must continue in the truth; hearing it, meditating it and doing it.
What is Jesus teaching us here? Blessed means empowered, so we are admonished to do what Jesus teaches so that we may be empowered to prosper in whatever He has taught us. But then why aren't most believers not prospering?
One of the most popular scriptures in the Bible is John 8:32 “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” But do you realize that most of us take it out of context? Jesus started addressing the believers from John 8:31 and continued on to verse 32. So it will be clearer for us if we use both verses together.
Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
How do these two scriptures compare John 13:17 and John 8:31-32? Now listen to James 1:25 “But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.”
Our empowerment, ability to walk in faith and enjoy the blessing comes from abiding and doing the Word. You are going to encounter a lot of arguments against this but always refer to what our Lord says and does. Knowing the truth without continuing in it will not set you free. If you want to walk in the blessing you must continue in the truth; hearing it, meditating it and doing it.
Monday, May 24, 2010
God wants you to live a full and complete life
Exodus 23:25-26 "But you - you serve your God and he'll bless your food and your water. I'll get rid of the sickness among you; there won't be any miscarriages nor barren women in your land. I'll make sure you live full and complete lives." The Message
Do you know that many believers dismiss the Old Testament as archaic? Don’t fall into that trap which the enemy uses to keep us from accessing our blessings from our loving Father God. All scripture is for our instruction, direction, correction and inspiration and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit we are able able to distinguish between personal opinions like the popularly quoted, “God gives and God takes away… ” by Job and God's instructions like our scripture above.
God wants you to live a full complete life. Worship Him in spirit and truth. Lead a lifestyle of thanksgiving and honor and He will bless your food and give you a long healthy fulfilled life.
Do you know that many believers dismiss the Old Testament as archaic? Don’t fall into that trap which the enemy uses to keep us from accessing our blessings from our loving Father God. All scripture is for our instruction, direction, correction and inspiration and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit we are able able to distinguish between personal opinions like the popularly quoted, “God gives and God takes away… ” by Job and God's instructions like our scripture above.
God wants you to live a full complete life. Worship Him in spirit and truth. Lead a lifestyle of thanksgiving and honor and He will bless your food and give you a long healthy fulfilled life.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Stay on fire but don’t get burned out
Mark 6:31, "And he said to them, ‘Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place, and rest a while’: for there were many coming and going, and they not even have time to eat."
Are you on fire for God? That is a good thing. In our scripture, Jesus calls His disciples apart, most likely to eat and rest. Of course Jesus and His disciples were on fire for God, they were doing God’s business, but they still needed the rest.
Are you neglecting the need of resting your physical body? If you fail to give yourself the needed rest, you will probably get burned out. Do you know that you can cut your life short if you don’t get rest? Jesus and His disciples were going to this isolated place to get away from the multitude for awhile and rest. This rest was not optional, it was a matter of necessity.
Many times we fall into the devil’s trap, and keep ourselves so busy that we even fail to fellowship with God and draw from our Fountain of life. We don't take time to be still and know God (Ps. 46:10)? Remember, the devil comes to steal, kill and destroy. If he fails to stop you from getting on fire for God, he'll try to get you burned out.
Are you on fire for God? That is a good thing. In our scripture, Jesus calls His disciples apart, most likely to eat and rest. Of course Jesus and His disciples were on fire for God, they were doing God’s business, but they still needed the rest.
Are you neglecting the need of resting your physical body? If you fail to give yourself the needed rest, you will probably get burned out. Do you know that you can cut your life short if you don’t get rest? Jesus and His disciples were going to this isolated place to get away from the multitude for awhile and rest. This rest was not optional, it was a matter of necessity.
Many times we fall into the devil’s trap, and keep ourselves so busy that we even fail to fellowship with God and draw from our Fountain of life. We don't take time to be still and know God (Ps. 46:10)? Remember, the devil comes to steal, kill and destroy. If he fails to stop you from getting on fire for God, he'll try to get you burned out.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Get out of the boat; walk in God's power
"And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus." Matthew 14:29
There is great power in God’s Word. Look around you, God created the worlds through His Word and that is how He operates. Amazingly, the exceeding greatness of God's power is for us and at our disposal. In this scripture, Jesus uses the word "Come" to open the door for Peter's miracle. The Word is for our benefit. But of what use is it to us if we don’t know it? And of what benefit is it if we know that it has God's power but fail to utilize it?
This great power of God is in His Word. It is effectual only to those who believe it, take it by faith and walk in it without doubting. Unfortunately many Christians only know God's power but never walk in it. They stay in their comfort zone even as they quote God’s Word.
As you continue reading Matthew 14, you find that Peter did not only hear Jesus’ word "Come" but he put it into action. Of all the twelve disciples in the boat only Peter asked for a miracle, only Peter took Jesus at His Word and he was the only one to walk on the water. The others saw Jesus and Peter walking on the water but none of them took the step to participate.
Do you know that your life could be a walking miracle if you took God at His Word? One of the important steps in receiving a miracle from God is to and put yourself in a position where you can receive and be sustained. Leave your comfort zone, forget the security of your natural resources, that means 'get out of your boat and walk in faith without doubting'. God is no respecter of persons (Rom. 2:11).
NOTE: Do you have a word of inspiration? Please share with us. And if you need any help or answers don't hestate to ask. We will dig into the Word together and find the solution with the help of the Holy Spirit our Mentor.
There is great power in God’s Word. Look around you, God created the worlds through His Word and that is how He operates. Amazingly, the exceeding greatness of God's power is for us and at our disposal. In this scripture, Jesus uses the word "Come" to open the door for Peter's miracle. The Word is for our benefit. But of what use is it to us if we don’t know it? And of what benefit is it if we know that it has God's power but fail to utilize it?
This great power of God is in His Word. It is effectual only to those who believe it, take it by faith and walk in it without doubting. Unfortunately many Christians only know God's power but never walk in it. They stay in their comfort zone even as they quote God’s Word.
As you continue reading Matthew 14, you find that Peter did not only hear Jesus’ word "Come" but he put it into action. Of all the twelve disciples in the boat only Peter asked for a miracle, only Peter took Jesus at His Word and he was the only one to walk on the water. The others saw Jesus and Peter walking on the water but none of them took the step to participate.
Do you know that your life could be a walking miracle if you took God at His Word? One of the important steps in receiving a miracle from God is to and put yourself in a position where you can receive and be sustained. Leave your comfort zone, forget the security of your natural resources, that means 'get out of your boat and walk in faith without doubting'. God is no respecter of persons (Rom. 2:11).
NOTE: Do you have a word of inspiration? Please share with us. And if you need any help or answers don't hestate to ask. We will dig into the Word together and find the solution with the help of the Holy Spirit our Mentor.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Don’t fall for emotional highs
“If it feels good it is right” But is it good for you? Most of our health problems today stem from this mentality. It tastes good therefore I must have it. I don’t like the taste; it is not sweet enough, and so on.
Do you realize that being led by our senses and emotions, does not only affect our lives but the lives of our loved ones as well? Consider a mother who eats recklessly or smokes endlessly and ends up with health complications; her irresponsible acts will impact not only her life but also the lives of her children, husband and relatives. Emotional indulgences of any type can be destructive. God gave us senses and emotions for our good. Can we use them to lead a life of fullness and joy?
"Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.
Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize." 1 Cor. 9:25-27
Do you realize that being led by our senses and emotions, does not only affect our lives but the lives of our loved ones as well? Consider a mother who eats recklessly or smokes endlessly and ends up with health complications; her irresponsible acts will impact not only her life but also the lives of her children, husband and relatives. Emotional indulgences of any type can be destructive. God gave us senses and emotions for our good. Can we use them to lead a life of fullness and joy?
"Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.
Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize." 1 Cor. 9:25-27
Monday, May 10, 2010
Walking in health
Thank You Holy Spirit for leading me and guiding me into all truth. Jesus is the Lord over my life therefore I present my body as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God. I am not conformed to this world but I am transformed by the renewing of my mind. My mind is renewed by the Word of God.
Father, Your word is health to my flesh and strength to my bones. I hold fast to my confession of Your Word and I stand firm, knowing that health and healing are mine, in Jesus' Name.
John 16:13, Romans 12:1-2, Proverbs 3:8
Father, Your word is health to my flesh and strength to my bones. I hold fast to my confession of Your Word and I stand firm, knowing that health and healing are mine, in Jesus' Name.
John 16:13, Romans 12:1-2, Proverbs 3:8
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