Wednesday, July 31, 2013

BLESSINGS OF TRUST IN GOD

Daniel 6: 25-28
Then king Darius wrote unto all people, nations, and languages that dwell in all the earth: "Peace be multiplied unto you. I make a decree, that in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the GOD of Daniel; for He is the living GOD, and steadfast forever, and His kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, and His dominion shall be even unto the end. He delivereth, and rescueth, and He worketh signs and wonder in heaven and in earth, who hath delivered Daniel from the power of the lions." So this Daniel prospered in the reign of Darius, and in the reign of Cyrus, the Persian.

After king Darius had thrown Daniel into the pit of hungry lions, Daniel's faith and steadfast trust in GOD, manifest with signs and wonders, turned the heart of Darius from evil to good.  
Throughout the Scripture, steadfast trust in GOD is demonstrated by the conversion of others to the Way of the LORD. Daniel received deliverance and the blessing of peace; Darius received the testimony of the faithfulness of GOD and was converted; then Darius testified of the greatness of GOD and Cyrus was converted.  Daniel found favor and prospered in the reign of both Darius and Cyrus.

Trust in GOD is like a pebble in the pool; it has blessings for the faithful ones, and carries blessings for those who observe and are touched.  So it is with our life; when we trust in the LORD with all our heart, leaning not unto our own understandings, others will see and believe in the GOD whom we trust and be converted.  

Stephen's trust in GOD opened the door for the conversion of Saul of Tarsus who became Paul the Apostle. 
TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL YOUR HEART AND SEE OTHERS COME TO CHRIST. 

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

BLESSINGS OF TRUST IN GOD

III John 2
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

One of the Blessings of GOD is that, when you put your trust in GOD you will prosper.  Prosperity is not just financial freedom, it is well-being of soul and body.  Good health is a sign of prosperity; a joyful heart in the midst of adversity is a clear sign of the prosperity of GOD.

Notice the first word of this verse, "beloved". The LORD GOD calls us, who trust in Him, His beloved.  Think about what that means to you. You are called the beloved of GOD, as a blessing issuing forth from the Throne of GOD; you are the blessed beloved. As I think about that phrase, I am filled with a new sense of the prosperity that come from trust in GOD.  A precious, new relationship begins to burst forth.

Monday, July 29, 2013

BLESSINGS OF TRUST IN GOD

Hebrews 2:12, 13
Saying, "I will declare Thy Name into my brethren, in the midst of the Church will I sing praise unto Thee." And again, "I will put my trust in Him." and again, "Behold I and the children whom GOD hath given me (will put trust in Him)."

One of the blessings of putting our trust in the LORD is an overflowing of joy and confidence.  Putting our trust in the LORD is not just a "one time" happening, it is repeated and a matter of the habit of the heart.
What is the "habit of the heart"? When a person does something often enough, it becomes a habit; therefore, if you trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do so repeatedly, it becomes a "habit of the heart". 

Singing praises to GOD at all times; praying without ceasing; trusting in GOD, when practiced repeatedly, becomes a habit of the heart. No matter what circumstances surround you or inflict the mind, the habit of the heart will overcome the circumstances; bringing light into the darkness. Meditation on Holy Scripture will prepare the ground work for a habit of the heart that will strengthen the soul and please GOD.

Trust is total reliance and dependence on GOD. Trust does not work without the gift of Faith, which comes from GOD; in reverse, faith is blocked by lack of trust in GOD. 

COME, OH GOD OF TRUTH, AND QUICKEN OUR FAITH, FOR WE PUT OUR TRUST IN YOU.

Sunday, July 28, 2013

BLESSINGS OF TRUST IN GOD

Proverbs 29:25
The fear of man bringeth a snare; but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.

We all desire to be safe and secure; hanging on for dear life is a normal reaction to trouble.  The fear of man is one of the traps of the enemy, and can cause a person to be led astray by public opinion. This is why "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom." There is only one wise counselor, the LORD GOD almighty, He knows all things and does not hide anything from those who trust Him. We are safe when we put our trust in the way and wisdom of GOD.

Where do you find this way and wisdom? Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean on His understanding; read and study Holy Scripture; pray without ceasing; listen to the wisdom of GOD coming from Him in a ram-ah word or the preaching of wise Pastors.

TRUST THE LORD AND HE WILL BRING YOU SAFELY TO HIS WAY.

Friday, July 26, 2013

BLESSING OF TRUST IN GOD

Psalm 112: 7, 8
He shall not be afraid of evil  tidings; his heart is fixed, trusting in thee LORD. His heart is established; he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.

THE FIXED HEART
In postings in the past, I have written on the fixed heart; a heart that is established in GOD. Yes, GOD wants us to be narrow-minded; our heart fixed on  GOD and Him alone.  He calls us back to the "first love", when we hear His call and say, "Here am I" He receives us to Himself and shelters us under His wings for safety.

The narrow way leads to life; the fixed heart leads to peace; trusting in the LORD leads to life. The enemy does not have any power over those who have a fixed heart, because they do not waver, being tossed to and fro by every wind of doctrine.  The fixed heart is established in the truth of JESUS and the Gospel of truth. The fixed heart is in love with GOD and serves Him from that place of love.

I will share with you my desire for enemies: that they come to the saving knowledge of JESUS and feel His love in their heart, being transformed into His likeness and image.  Think about a world where everyone is born-again!!!!! Our enemies are really victims of the great enemy of GOD, Satan. Those poor victims are being tormented by the great enemy, but when they are converted, they become champions of GOD, saved by grace.  THINK ABOUT THE CONVERSION OF SAUL OF TARSUS! A tormented victim of Satan who became a champion for GOD.

FIX YOUR HEART ON THE FIRST LOVE- JESUS

Thursday, July 25, 2013

BLESSINGS OF TRUST IN GOD

Psalm 17:7,8
Show thy marvelous loving-kindness, O Thou who savest by Thy right hand those who put their trust in Thee, from those who rise up against them. Keep me as the apple of the eye; hide me under the shadow of Thy wings.

DELIVERANCE IS A BENEFIT AND BLESSING FOR THOSE WHO TRUST GOD

The LORD is loving-kindness, this is the essence of GOD. What He does, has an Eternal purpose; to bless, prosper and to bestow peace upon those who trust Him. The LORD GOD defends His family with the powerful right hand; saving those those trust Him. He keeps and hides under His wings all His children, so that the enemy can not find them.

The Right Hand of GOD is extended to all, and His name is JESUS. JESUS saves by lifting up those who are downtrodden and oppressed. Father GOD has extended His Right Hand to you; will you take it and hold on? He has withheld His Left Hand, which is judgement/wrath. He has held out His right hand of unconditional Love, will you take it and hold on?

TAKE HIS HAND, REACHING OUT TO YOU, AND HOLD ON FOR YOUR DEAR LIFE; JESUS  LOVES  YOU  

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

BLESSINGS OF TRUST IN GOD

Psalm 34:22
The LORD redeemeth the soul of His servants; and none of them who trust in Him shall be desolate.

BENEFITS OF TRUST IN GOD

The number one benefit of putting your trust in GOD, is that your salvation is sure and you will never be left out in the cold, desolate.  Trusting in GOD, is your choice; GOD has provided for your redemption through the Blood of JESUS, now it is your choice as to whether you trust that. Do you believe that you are redeemed from destruction and that Father GOD is your Father? TRUST HIM NOW!!!!

The promises of GOD, for those who believe in JESUS, are yes and amen. Read the Word of the LORD and say, "yes and amen" to all the promises He has made; THEY BELONG TO YOU.

The benefit of trusting in GOD is the assurance of salvation through the shed Blood of JESUS.
The LORD redeemeth the soul of His servants; and none of them who trust in Him shall be desolate. 

Monday, July 22, 2013

TRUST ISSUES

Psalm 84:12
O LORD of hosts, blessed is the man who trusteth in Thee.

Three reasons why people refuse to trust GOD
1. The fear of the unknown
2. Personal oppression - people who oppress people.
3.Demonic oppression

Antidote for lack of trust and oppression
1. Start praising
2. Start singing songs of glory
3. Play the sounds of GOD and fill your heart with heavenly music
4. Full your mind with Scripture

Sunday, July 21, 2013

TRUST THE LORD TO KNOW

Luke 22: 31,32
And the LORD said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat; but I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not. And when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.

The "wheat" in this verse, was Simon's self-confidence. Self-confidence must yield to the LORD GOD and all trust be placed in Him. The attack of Satan on Simon was to destroy his faith, but JESUS prayed for him and his faith did not fail but his self-confidence was shattered. Faith comes from GOD, trust is our act and our choice. Belief and trust are twins, they work together, they are our choice; Faith is a direct gift from GOD.

Notice the words "when thou art converted". JESUS did not say "if" but He said "when" this means that JESUS already knew that there would be an ending to the "sifting" by Satan. In our life, we must trust that when we are sifted, that there will be an end to it.

Look at the word "converted". In the case of Simon, it was the end of self-confidence and the beginning of a totally yielded life. Conversion is a 180 degree turn around; Simon was a self-confident person and after being sifted by Satan, he became a humble, yielded servant of GOD. Simon was renamed by JESUS to be Peter and he strengthened his brethren. 

Look at the keys here; Satan oppresses, JESUS intercedes, JESUS knows the end of the sifting, conversion is the result of the trial and the brethren are strengthened.  

Friday, July 19, 2013

TRUST IN GOD FOR LIFE

2 Chronicles 20: 20b

Hear me, O Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem. "Believe in the LORD your GOD, so shall ye be established. Believe His prophets, so shall ye prosper"

Here these words of Jehoshaphat to the people of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, "BELIEVE GOD".
Jehoshaphat and his army were surrounded by the enemy, it looked like they were all going to fall by the sword. Their doom seemed sure, BUT GOD had another plan and His plan prevailed. Nothing happens without fitting into the plan of GOD.  He gives us opportunities to grow and to prosper; He has a plan that will give us evidence of His power and might, gentleness and love. 

"Believe in the LORD your GOD so shall you be established." You will be established on the firm foundation of JESUS Christ the LORD, He is the Rock upon which you can place your trust.  You will be so established that your foot will not slip and whatsoever you do will prosper. This was certainly true of Jehoshaphat and his army as they sang and praised GOD, the enemy was defeated.

"Believe His prophets, so shall ye prosper." The LORD GOD has raised up prophets in every time to speak the word of the LORD to the people.  We call them Pastors and teachers who feed the flock of GOD with the good food of the Gospel of JESUS Christ.  When they preach the Gospel, according to the Scripture, we are to listen and learn, the LORD has promised to prosper us who listen to Him through His prophets. Prophets proclaim the Gospel of JESUS; they are inspired by the Scripture; they are accountable to GOD for what they teach.  GOD  wants the people to hear and receive good food, so that the seeds will grow and bear fruit to the glory of GOD.

ONLY BELIEVE AND YOU SHALL BE ESTABLISHED

Thursday, July 18, 2013

IN GOD HAVE I PUT MY TRUST

Psalm 56:11
In GOD have I put my trust; I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.

IN GOD WE TRUST

In GOD we Trust are words written on the great seals of our Nation and on our money; but do we put our trust in GOD? Trust in GOD takes action and determination on our part. If our life or our livelihood are threatened, do we trust GOD to provide? 

TRUST IN GOD is the remedy for fear.  When the storms of rear overtake us and the winds of doubt threaten to shake us; we need to lift up our banner which says, I TRUST IN GOD. 

JESUS lived the life of total trust in His Father, when the people He loved turned against Him, He trusted in His Father; when the Father could not look upon His Son because He was covered in the filth of our sin, JESUS trusted His Father.  

Can we say in our heart, with JESUS, THOUGH HE SLAY ME, YET WILL I TRUST HIM? Can we sing in the storm the songs of the redeemed? Can we praise GOD for His goodness when all around is really bad?

I will say, I will not be afraid what man can do unto me. JESUS IS LORD!!!!

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

TRUST IN THE LIVING GODD

I Timothy 6:17-19
Charge them that are rich in this age, that the be not high-minded  nor trust in uncertain riches but in the Living GOD, Who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to share. Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.

This is not works theology, it is a description of the kind of outpouring of the heart of GOD through His children.  GOD gives us riches, in order for us to help others, as His ambassadors. When things are given to us, they are on a journey to another person.; they have a tag, GIVEN IN JESUS NAME.

I have a friend in Alabama who has said to me, "all things are given into your hand, in order for you to take it to another hand, from Him"  "Nothing belongs to you, it belongs to the person for whom it is intended by GOD". Her wisdom is worth living. We must hold things loosely, so that the LORD can provide for those in need.  

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

TRUST IN GOD ALWAYS

Psalm 71:1
In Thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be put to confusion.

One thing I know for sure, the LORD is never confused; we may be confused about some things, BUT GOD knows what is right and good.  He is never confused. I say this to reassure all who read this blog, that when you put all your trust in the LORD, the outcome will be according to the way and will of the LORD.

Confusion is from the devil; the whole universe was in confusion(chaos) before GOD said, "Let there be light, and there was light". When things look confusing to us, we must understand that it is the author of confusion, the devil, that is behind it.  Speak to the confusion, the Word of the LORD and in doing so bring light into the situation. Light brings peace and security, speak the Light into every dark place in life.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not unto your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5)

Monday, July 15, 2013

TRUST IN GOD AT ALL TIMES

Psalm 34:8
Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who trusteth in Him.

Many years ago, I did a banner for the Church on this verse. On the banner, I put a basket filled with fruit of all kinds; it said, "taste and see that the LORD is good". What I wanted to show in the banner is that when you taste of the goodness of the LORD, you are really eating the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, gentleness, meekness, faith, and temperance.  The fruit of the Spirit is contained in the basket of the unconditional love of JESUS.

Tasting, is a  act of our will and desire.  The LORD is Good, His mercy is everlasting and His truth endures forever, BUT we have to take in to ourselves the goodness that GOD gives to us, freely  What I mean is this, that basket of fruit is pretty, but it tastes good only if you eat it.  

Trust in GOD is the act of our will and desire. The reward of trusting in GOD is the blessing of peace.  We are secure in the shelter of the Almighty, if we taste of the goodness of GOD; one taste and you will yearn for more.

Sunday, July 14, 2013

TRUST IN GOD AT ALL TIMES

Psalm 62:8
Trust in Him at all times, ye people; pour out your heart before Him. GOD is a refuge for us. Selah!!!

SELAH - THINK ABOUT IT

The Psalmist is asking us to "think about" ponder and reflect on the meaning of the words, "Trust in Him at all times...; pour out your heart before Him. GOD is a refuge for us." 

What does it mean to trust? It means, firm belief in GOD; total dependence on GOD Who is totally reliable.
Trust is a decision we make; faith is a gift from GOD; we exercise our faith through decisions of trust. There is a step wise progression which leads to great faith: first we believe that GOD is and is able to to be trusted; second, GOD is trustworthy and we put our whole self in a dependent relationship with Him; third, our faith, which re receive from GOD, is strengthened through experience.  

TRUST IS OUR DECISION; FAITH IS A GIFT FROM GOD
BELIEVE

Friday, July 12, 2013

COMFORT GUIDANCE

Psalm 23: 4
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.

A shadow can only frighten, it can not hurt or harm. The Light of Christ obliterates the shadows and exposes the realities.  The "valley of the shadow of death" is only shadow, it is not reality; JESUS, the Light is the only reality; therefore, "fear no evil" JESUS is with thee. JESUS is in the storm, saying, Peace be still; JESUS is in the midst of the fire saying, "you shall not be burned"; JESUS is in the midst of the flood saying, You will not drown.  Believe JESUS.

The rod and the staff are instruments used by shepherds.  The rod is for protection and discipline; the staff is for guidance and rescue.  With the protection and discipline of JESUS, the Great Shepherd, and with the guidance and redemption by the Blood of JESUS, we are totally secure in His presence.  He will correct us when we are in trouble; He will hold us when we need His comfort.  He is everything we need, when we need Him.

FEAR NOT, LITTLE FLOCK, IT IS THE GOOD PLEASURE OF JESUS TO GIVE YOU THE KINGDOM.

Thursday, July 11, 2013

COMFORT OF THE SCRIPTURE

Romans 15: 4 - 7
For whatever things were written in earlier times were written for our learning, that we, through patience and comfort of the Scriptures, might have hope. Now the GOD of patience and consolation grant you to be like-minded one toward another according to Christ JESUS, that ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify GOD, even the Father of our LORD JESUS Christ. Wherefore, receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of GOD.

WOW!!!!! The Holy Scripture was written for our learning, so that we would become hopeful, patient, and comforted by GOD.  When we are in that state of hopefulness, patience and comfort we can be like-minded and be in one body, peacefully. When we are like-minded, peaceful, hopeful and comforted, we are strong enough to receive one another as Christ receives us to the glory of GOD.

Think of a baby: when they are fed, dry and held in love, they fall asleep; they are at peace. Thus it is with us, when we are fed with the Scripture, dried out from the worries and concerns of life, and held in the arms of JESUS we are at rest and we sleep, peacefully.  
THE SCRIPTURE IS OUR COMFORT  

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

COMFORTABLE WORDS

I Thessalonians 4: 13;15; 18
But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them who are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others who have no hope... For this we say unto you, by the Word of the LORD, that we who are alive and remain unto the coming of the LORD shall not precede them who are asleep...Wherefore, comfort one another with these words.

WORDS OF COMFORT
The LORD would not have us ignorant about those who have died; they are with the LORD in glory.  They slept in the arms of JESUS and remain there with Him; a GREAT CLOUD OF WITNESSES.

Some will want to say, this person or that person is with the LORD; but I say to you that we are not the judge about the relationship between a person and GOD; therefore, we state what we pray, "those who have died are safe in the arms of JESUS for all eternity". We who are alive have work to do to glorify GOD while we are given breath. Those who have died are now with the Holy One in glory, they are Holy witnesses, we have souls to bring to Christ; their work is finished, our work continues.

The Words of Comfort to all who mourn over a loved one who has died, is that they ran their course, now you run yours. GET IN YOUR BOOTS MEN there is the Work of GOD to be done, MOUNT UP ON EAGLES WINGS AND SOAR.


Tuesday, July 9, 2013

TRUE COMFORT

2 Corinthians 1: 3, 4
Blessed be GOD, even the Father of our LORD JESUS Christ, the Father of mercies, and the GOD of all comfort, Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them who are in any trouble, by the comfort with which wee ourselves are comforted of GOD.

True comfort comes from GOD, the Father, through JESUS and by the Holy Spirit: the Holy Spirit is called the Comforter whom JESUS sent. The Holy Trinity is involved in the comfort of all those who suffer any kind of tribulation. You can't get anything better than the comfort of the Holy One.

What does "comfort" mean? It means encouragement; pulling along side another; to strengthen and to console.  True comfort means to encourage with the Word of JESUS; pull along side another in the Name of JESUS, giving a cup of water to a thirsty soul in the Name of JESUS; strengthen another with the Word of JESUS. 

In Prescott, Arizona there are many families who are in deep mourning over the death of 19 Hot- shot fire fighters. Sometimes, there are not words to say to a hurting soul, but the presence of GOD in the life of a Christian does more than a 1000 words.  Practice being present to another person.

Pastor Randy told a story of a neighbor child whose friend had just died.  She asked her mother if she could go next door to be with the mother of the friend.  When she came home, after an hour, her mother asked what she had said, she replied, "I just crawled up in her lap and we cried together".  This is JESUS comforting those who mourn with comfort without words. That child gave the gift of "beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness" All she did was hug and cry with the mother. This is the GOD of all comfort; comforting those who mourn.

Comfort ( com forte) means "with strength" so we impart strength to another when we give comfort in the time of trouble. The Comforter is the Holy Spirit of GOD working through a person.


Monday, July 8, 2013

EXAMINE YOUR SELF

I Corinthians 11: 28; 31
But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup. For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged.

I heard a person admit that they could not think of anything to confess to GOD and ask His forgiveness.  I shuttered to think how much I had to ask GOD to forgive. Then I remembered the story of the Pharisee and the Publican; the publican could not even lift his head but prayed "GOD be merciful to me a sinner". We all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of GOD, therefore we have much to confess to GOD and ask for His forgiveness. The verse in Luke 18:14 says, " He that humbleth himself shall be exalted."

I read a quote that really stuck with me, "Read the Scripture until the Scripture reads you." As I read the Scripture, the Love of JESUS for me brings me to my knees, as I experience the Grace of GOD pouring over my soul. As I remember the mercy of GOD, and let that realization sink deep into my heart, I realize that my love and mercy fall very short of the love and mercy of the LORD. Yet GOD in His Mercy and Love redeemed me by His Body and Blood. I am brought to my knees in adoration of Him.

When we receive the Body and Blood of JESUS in Holy Communion, we receive in our body the Holiness, love and mercy  of JESUS. It is in awe and respect that we take in our hand the precious gift, given by JESUS.
THANKS BE TO GOD

Sunday, July 7, 2013

WORTHY OF COMMUNION WITH THE LORD

I Corinthians 11:27
Therefore, whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the LORD, unworthily, shall be guilty of the Body and Blood of the LORD.

These are very hard words to hear, and yet they are given to us in great love. The LORD does not want anyone to perish, so He will give hard words as a caution.

What does "unworthily" mean? It means without respect, honor and high regard for the precious Body and Blood of JESUS. The LORD is cautioning us not to be flippant or casual about partaking of the Holy presence of JESUS.  We are to approach the Holy Communion with a heart of Love for all that JESUS has done for us all; a heart of thanksgiving.

Communion is a time to remember the great, willing sacrifice of JESUS for the Salvation of the world; it is also to remember that He is coming again for His Bride, the Church. When we remember, we are to a give thanks, glorify GOD, respect His Presence and Honor Him with the honor due His name.

We are not worthy in ourselves, but the Blood of JESUS cleanses us from all unrighteousness and makes us worthy to stand before Him, clean and spotless. THANKS BE TO GOD WHO WASHES US CLEAN AND MAKES US WORTHY TO BE AT HIS TABLE.

Friday, July 5, 2013

PRAY FIRST

The Acts 1: 24, 25
And they prayed, and said, "Thou LORD, who knowest the hearts of all men, show which of these two Thou hast chosen, that he may take part in this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas, by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place."

The choice Judas made, in betraying JESUS, the Christ, cost him his life, eternal life, ministry and his ordination as an Apostle of JESUS. Judas chose to over-ride the plan of GOD by his own plan, which was based in greed.  His choices led him to "his own place" which he chose, to live there forever.

This is a horrible end to the life of Judas and a great sorrow for JESUS.  This is the consequence for wrong choices. This is why it is so important for all of us to repent of the transgression of wrong choices and wrong words. To maintain that you are right when you are very wrong, means separation from GOD; and yet, if you repent, you are immediately restored to fellowship with GOD.  Judas did not repent, instead, he hung himself.

Notice the context of the prayer in Acts. The Apostles had to choose between two men to fill the slot of Judas, they prayed first for GOD to choose the replacement. In all of our life, the sound way to choose anything is to pray, "LORD, Thou knowest the hearts of all men, show which of these Thou hast chosen." The LORD has a plan and that plan includes us, since He sees all things, His choices are 100% correct.
So, choose according to the foreknowledge of GOD, through preventative prayer.

Thursday, July 4, 2013

POWER OVER DARKNESS

John 22: 52, 53
Then JESUS said unto the chief priests, and captains of the temple, and the elders, who were come to Him, Are ye come out, as against a thief, with swords and clubs? When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against Me; but this is your hour, and the power of darkness.

What did JESUS mean by "your hour". If you understand, that all time is in the hand of GOD and that He, who is timeless, controls all time; then you can understand that JESUS was identifying who was attempting to control time.  The chief priests, elders and captains were trying to control GOD, JESUS is GOD. They were trying to make things happen in their agenda, so that the rituals of the Temple would not be interrupted by an issue, like the execution of JESUS.  This was Passover and they wanted to get things accomplished before the feast of Passover, when they would be very busy in the Temple. The timing of events had to be just right so that they could go back to their duties. This had to fit their agenda; their hour.

What did JESUS mean by the words, "your hour and the power of darkness" JESUS identified who was behind all these happenings; the violence, the anger, the betrayal.  He identified that it was satan, the power of darkness, that was  behind all the goings on. Yes, it was the devil who was trying to defeat the Son of the Most high GOD. The devil was using willing people for his agenda;his time.  What satan did not know is that the Son of the Most High GOD would willingly lay down His Holy Life for the salvation of all mankind and by His Blood, defeat the devil for all time.

It was the devil's time and the power of darkness, but it was short lived, because, when JESUS cried with a loud voice, It is finished the devil was finished forever, defeated and destroyed. 

JESUS laid down His life, so that all who come to Him would be saved. JESUS paid the price of the redemption of the world. The devil is done-for. THANKS BE TO GOD

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

GLORY REVEALED

2 Chronicles 5: 14b, 15
(They) praised the LORD, saying, "For He is good; for His mercy endureth forever" - that the house was filled with a cloud, even the house of the LORD. So that the priests could not stand to minister by reason of the cloud; for the glory of the LORD had filled the house of GOD.

"At he Name of JESUS, every knee shall bow in heaven and on earth and under the earth and every tongue confess that JESUS Christ is LORD to the glory of GOD the Father" Yes, this is what happened in the time of King Solomon and this is what happened when JESUS said "I AM HE" EVERY KNEE BOWED. Nothing can stand in the presence of GOD; He is Holy and Almighty, powerful and merciful.

The Glory and mercy of JESUS is seen vividly in the moment when JESUS had just been betrayed by Judas with a kiss; Peter took up a sword to defend JESUS and cut off the ear of the High Priest's servant. What did JESUS do? HE HEALED THE EAR - Glory and mercy.(Luke  22: 51).

This is the humility of JESUS; on one hand He is King of Kings and LORD of LORDS with all authority in heaven and on earth, on the other hand, He heals the ear of a lowly servant.- GLORY AND MERCY.

MAY THE CLOUD OF THE GLORY OF GOD FILL YOUR HOUSE AND HIS MERCY TOUCH EVERY PART THAT NEEDS HEALING




Tuesday, July 2, 2013

I AM THAT I AM

John 18:8
JESUS answered, I have told you that I AM HE; if, therefore, ye seek me, let these go their way.

I AM HE

JESUS used the Holy Name when He addressed the crowd of violent men.  In verse 6, we find that when He used the Holy Name, I AM, they fell down to the ground. Three times, JESUS uses the Words, I AM HE, He did not run from the violent men and the betrayer, Judas; instead, He faced the crowd with the power of GOD.

JESUS knew who He was and from Whom He came and the mission that He was to fulfill.  He had the choice to stand or run HE STOOD FIRM.  We, too, have the choice to stand in the power of the Holy Spirit, face the violence of the unregenerate world, or to run away.  When we stand, we are to stand in the full armor of GOD (Ephesians 6:11-17). 

We have been given the authority, by JESUS Christ, to stand against wickedness and declare, in the Holy Name of JESUS, that the plans of the enemy be cancelled. We have the ministry of reconciliation and love, given to us by GOD, we are to use this ministry to bring all souls to Christ, especially those in most need of His mercy.  

WHOM DO YOU SEEK? 
I SEEK THE I AM (EYEH, ASHER, EYEH), WHO IS GOD ALMIGHTY, MAKER OF HEAVEN AND EARTH.

Monday, July 1, 2013

WHOM SEEK YE?

John 18: 4-6
JESUS, therefore, knowing all things that should come upon Him, went forth, and said unto them, WHOM SEEK YE? They answered Him, "JESUS of Nazareth", JESUS saith unto them, I AM HE. And Judas also, who stood betrayed Him, stood with them. As soon, then, as He had said unto them, I AM HE, they went backward, and fell to the ground.

JESUS, in another place, asked Peter, Who do you say that I AM? This is a question that we all must answer in our heart, unto the LORD. Peter said, "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living GOD." What is your confession?

Judas looked at JESUS as a man with a potential for greatness and so he followed JESUS for what he would achieve as the follower of this man.  If JESUS was looking for power on this earth, Judas would rise to power on the "coat-tails", after all, Judas had the moneybags for the ministry. Judas was a greedy manipulator, who thought that he could manipulate situations to force JESUS to take the reigns of power.

The question remains, Whom seek ye? Are you seeking status by your association with JESUS? or are you seeking the LORD of life, JESUS the author and finisher of faith and life. Are you seeking JESUS for what you get? or are you seeking JESUS for who He is? 

THOU ART THE CHRIST THE SON OF THE LIVING GOD; YOU ARE WORTHY OF ALL PRAISE AND THANKS.