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Daily Dose of Hope May 22, 2025 Day 4 of Week 8 Scripture – Matthew 4:1-11 Prayer: Holy and Almighty Father, We come to you today with humble hearts. We know we are broken and need you. We are weak. We are vulnerable to temptation. Lord, fill us with your strength. Give us your stamina and wisdom. We can't do this life without you, Lord. It's in the powerful name of Jesus we pray, Amen. Welcome back, everyone, to the daily devotional that complements New Hope Church's Bible reading plan. This is the Daily Dose of Hope, a Deep Dive into the Gospels and Acts. Today, we begin Matthew 4. In the first portion of this chapter, Jesus is led into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan. The Judean wilderness doesn't look like a forest, by any means. Rather, it is dry, rocky, and hot. It is more like a desert with rocks. Let's start by envisioning that. The first big question is why did the Spirit lead Jesus into the wilderness knowing what would happen? We can assume that this is part of getting Jesus ready for his public ministry. Jesus has the credentials and the authority, but now he gets to have the experience of coming face to face with evil. Consider this: He has just been baptized and the Spirit is with him. Afterall, the Spirit didn't leave him in the desert. But he then allows himself to be made weak with lack of food. Remember, Jesus was God but he was also human. He allows himself to be made physically weak for this purpose – to demonstrate that he could still resist temptation. Now, he is ready to face his main adversary. And as you read this, notice that the devil is never in control of the situation. Jesus is. He may be weak, tired and hungry, but he is totally in control. Jesus is strong and ready for each and every temptation. In this scene, Jesus gives us a powerful picture of how to go into a spiritual battle, leaning totally and completely on the Word of God. What were the temptations? There is the temptation to make stones into bread (remember, he was fasting), the temptation to hurl himself down from the top of the Temple and have God rescue him, and the temptation to have political leadership over all the Kingdoms of the world. Satan's temptations get immediately to the core question of Jesus' identity, calling into question his relationship with God by beginning with, “If you are the Son of God….” This relationship, announced earlier at his baptism, is now confirmed through Jesus' unwavering trust in God. These temptations in the wilderness are not one-time experiences, they are tests that are preparing Jesus for his earthly ministry. Jesus is going to be confronted with all kinds of evil. He will cast out demons. He will battle Satan on many fronts. He will face all kinds of physical and emotional pain. Think about the cross. This is good news for us. Jesus has, after all, already gone before us into the most forsaken places in the wilderness. Jesus has been tempted and won the victory over temptation and Satan. We can too, with his help. But he isn't asking us to go anywhere he hasn't already been. Spiritual warfare is real. At least a quarter of Jesus' ministry dealt specifically with the conflict between the Kingdom of God and the Kingdom of darkness. Jesus was God with flesh on and he came to crush Satan under his feet. On the cross, Jesus has won the victory and the ultimate divine victory is not in doubt. But the spiritual forces of evil have not totally conceded. We live in this in between time. Victory in Jesus Christ is ours. In the spiritual sense, we possess everything necessary as Kingdom people, we are children of God, redeemed, reconciled, and make right in Christ. That being said, in this in between time, there will still be spiritual warfare, there are still difficult battles to be fought, there will still be destruction, and there will be casualties. The apostle John wrote in I John 5:19, “We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one.” And so the church stands its ground and uses everything God has equipped her with to resist evil. In today's passage, Jesus gives us a great example of how to do this. When it comes to spiritual warfare, here are some things to consider: -God has an enemy who is committed to working against his people and his work in this world. -This isn't really our battle. It is God's battle. We are simply joining him in this mission of fighting back darkness. And we have nothing to fear in the midst of it, as long as we stay close to Jesus. It's when we start wondering off on our own that we may have problems. So, submit yourself to God. The enemy wants to keep you from growing in your walk with Jesus. Give yourself over to God; stay focused on him. -As believers, we aren't to go on the offensive but rather to be prepared for a defensive battle. Stand firm in doing good and obeying God's will. Stay faithful. When you do that, you are pushing back darkness. Don't be surprised if the enemy tries to trip you up and make you ineffective. Keep proclaiming Jesus but expect opposition. Anytime we do something significant for the Kingdom, expect opposition. -God will give us the equipment and strength we need to stay strong. God provides us with everything we need, the Bible, the armor, the protection, and the prayer connection. -Be careful not to open yourself up to things that are not of God. There are some things that we think are kind of harmless, like psychics, tarot cards, Ouija boards, crystals, a lot of the new age stuff. While some of it might have no power, some of it does. I've known of people who had really powerful and scary experiences with some of this. At times, it can be really accurate. Please know that power doesn't come from God. As Christians, we should not be exposing ourselves to anything that is remotely evil; it isn't something to play around with. It's serious. I truly think Satan's attacks are getting more intense at the same time that many western Christians are not taking spiritual warfare seriously at all. Satan rejoices in self-centered Christianity. Satan loves the fact that so many of our churches could care less about leading people to Jesus. But we are at war – we are at war for the souls of our children, our grandchildren, and our greatgrandchildren. If the Kingdom of Darkness makes the church ineffective, then they are winning the battle. And the casualties are really huge. Blessings, Pastor Vicki
The book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today.
The book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
The book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
The book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
In this replay, Apostle Tonya testifies on the mercy of the Holy Spirit during a season of suffering and our victory in Jesus Christ of Nazareth.For more teachings on our Lord Jesus Christ, and her testimonies on supernatural manifestations, visit https://apostletonya.org
he book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
The book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
he book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
he book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
The book of Revelation is often shrouded in mystery and fear, leading to confusion and misinterpretation. This series, "Unveiled," aims to bring clarity to its powerful message. We will journey through Revelation, unpacking its symbolism, exploring its historical context, and highlighting its enduring message of hope and victory in Jesus Christ. Join us as we demystify this often-misunderstood book and discover its profound relevance for our lives today. Get the app! https://tithely.app.link/one-church-ca If you would like to support OneChurch, there are a couple ways you can do it: 1. Pray for us. Our desire is to impact people eternally with the good news of the gospel and help everyone unlock the life God has planned for them. This is a spiritual work, and we need spiritual support first and foremost. 2. Get involved. It is easy to sit back and just watch the service. In order to develop our spiritual muscles, we need to engage with the content. So comment, ask for prayer, and come to a service if you're in the area. We'd love to have you. 3. Give financially. God calls us to be generous, and to support the local church. We don't ask for much, just whatever you can spare. If everyone gives a little, it goes a long way to helping end the year strong. Head to onechurch.ca/give to see all the giving options.
Pastor Nelms teaches Part 2 of this series on The Authority of the Believer. This message focuses on the revelation of our "authorization" from Jesus, the head of the church, to walk in His power and authority over all the schemes of the enemy. Through this biblical teaching, you'll learn how to defeat the plans of the enemy against you and to walk in your full victory in Jesus Christ (part 2 of 2).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/renaissance-school-of-the-spirit--3241606/support
Pastor Nelms begins Part 1 of this series on The Authority of the Believer. This message focuses on the revelation of our "authorization" from Jesus, the head of the church, to walk in His power and authority over all the schemes of the enemy. Through this biblical teaching, you'll learn how to defeat the plans of the enemy against you and to walk in your full victory in Jesus Christ.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/renaissance-school-of-the-spirit--3241606/support
After several years of traveling evangelism, Greg Patten's life was dramatically changed by a demonic attack. Decades of extensive study and work with hundreds of demonically oppressed people have led to this series in which Dr. Patten exposes the enemy's weak points and teaches the believer to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints book and DVD set are available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-bundle.html
After several years of traveling evangelism, Greg Patten's life was dramatically changed by a demonic attack. Decades of extensive study and work with hundreds of demonically oppressed people have led to this series in which Dr. Patten exposes the enemy's weak points and teaches the believer to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints book and DVD set are available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-bundle.html
Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob are thrilled that USA beat Pakistan in the World Cup of Cricket, though neither of them know anything about that sport. They talk about the U.S. Open, NBA and NHL finals, Fr. Dave's pilgrimage to Assisi, challenges in the Diocese of Steubenville, local tragedies, and claiming victory in Jesus Christ. This episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA. Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need. Join us at www.WeAreThere.US
Lisa 6:3 - "I've Got Victory!" 2 Cor. 10:3-5. We have Victory in Jesus Christ. He's the strongest weapon of defense we could ever have. Be Blessed. #war #victory #VictoryInJesus --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lisa-l-dalton/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lisa-l-dalton/support
Six times Jesus shed His blood declaring a victory for us. Find out where every drop of blood was shed what He did for you, and how to lay claim to your victory in Jesus Christ.
Dr. Patten is the Senior Pastor at the church he started over three decades ago. When he was saved in 1974, he was a highly-rated DJ at the top rock station in Indianapolis. God led him to study at his church's Bible Institute and later a Christian University. After several years of traveling evangelism, Greg's life was dramatically changed by a demonic attack. Decades of extensive study and work with hundreds of demonically oppressed people have led to this series in which Dr. Patten exposes the enemy's weak points and teaches the believer to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. The entire thirty-six-episode series is now available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-dvd.html
Dr. Patten is the Senior Pastor at the church he started over three decades ago. When he was saved in 1974, he was a highly-rated DJ at the top rock station in Indianapolis. God led him to study at his church's Bible Institute and later a Christian University. After several years of traveling evangelism, Greg's life was dramatically changed by a demonic attack. Decades of extensive study and work with hundreds of demonically oppressed people have led to this series in which Dr. Patten exposes the enemy's weak points and teaches the believer to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. The entire thirty-six-episode series is now available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-dvd.html
In life, we fail to recognize the temporal versus the eternal, the unseen vs. the seen and the unseen is the most important of all. Pastor and radio host Greg Patten takes us on his personal journey dealing with the spirit world. We, as believers, are to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints is available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-2.html
In life, we fail to recognize the temporal versus the eternal, the unseen vs. the seen and the unseen is the most important of all. Pastor and radio host Greg Patten takes us on his personal journey dealing with the spirit world. We, as believers, are to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints is available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-2.html
In life, we fail to recognize the temporal versus the eternal, the unseen vs. the seen and the unseen is the most important of all. Pastor and radio host Greg Patten takes us on his personal journey dealing with the spirit world. We, as believers, are to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints is available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-2.html
In life, we fail to recognize the temporal versus the eternal, the unseen vs. the seen and the unseen is the most important of all. Pastor and radio host Greg Patten takes us on his personal journey dealing with the spirit world. We, as believers, are to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints is available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-2.html
In life, we fail to recognize the temporal versus the eternal, the unseen vs. the seen and the unseen is the most important of all. Pastor and radio host Greg Patten takes us on his personal journey dealing with the spirit world. We, as believers, are to put on the armor of God and wield the weapons of spiritual warfare to achieve victory in Jesus Christ. Invisible War on the Saints is available HERE https://www.swrc.com/invisible-war-on-the-saints-2.html
When was the last time you felt vulnerable to temptation? Do you have a particular weakness that makes you more susceptible to these enticements? We must learn how to battle the evil one from a position of victory in Jesus Christ and His finished work at the Cross.
Be strong in the Lord, fellow followers of Christ! God equips us with all that we need to withstand the attacks of the enemy who is constantly plotting evil against us. Thankfully, we have victory in Jesus Christ! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grovesidechats/support
Welcome to the Hopewell Baptist Church podcast. In this episode, our pastor Barry Wilkinson talks about how to experience God's love and forgiveness in your life. We hope you are encouraged to move closer to God and have a more genuine and joyful relationship with Him. Hopewell Baptist Church is located 7 miles outside of Andalusia, Al at 6592 Brooklyn Rd, Andalusia, AL 36421. If you would like to contact the church, feel free to call 334-222-2757.
Today on Covenant Table Talk, Pastors Gregory and Jackie Pope teach about knowing that we already have the victory in Jesus Christ. All of God's promises are yes and amen, and through Him, we will always triumph. We just need to rely on God and rest in Him because He has already won every battle and has every good thing for us.
In Fearless Lesson 4, we face the ultimate fear: death. This may be the shortest lesson in the series, but it may prove to be the most difficult to listen to. The fear of death is one that most of us want to avoid thinking about altogether. Nothing puts life in perspective quite like the reality of death. Having an open heart to face our fear of death in the presence of Jesus will yield in us a new fervor and gratitude for life, and a more courageous approach to death as a pathway to victory and true life. Sarah Kirchner is a witness of someone who lived in the reality of the Resurrection. She shares her journey of how she went from being a lukewarm Christian to finding Jesus in the midst of illness and suffering, and how she embraced the courage of final victory in Jesus Christ, who won Heaven for us through His own death and resurrection. James 1:2: “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.”
March 17 2023 Friday Week 26 / A Study In 1 Corinthians Victory In Jesus Christ Our Lord And Savior #findoutwhoyouare My Vision My vision is to teach the world Who They Are In Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior! To Teach them what the Bible says about them and who they have been made to be in the promises of God's Word. This changed my life years ago and completely transformed me from a person full of doubt, fear and unbelief to a strong confident Christian that knows I can do anything through Jesus Christ my Lord and Savior. And I'm determined to teach the world what God has taught and commissioned me to teach and that is His Word. That commission takes me to jails and detention centers weekly along with other open doors at many churches and ministries that are wanting to teach these important truths to the world. My podcast goes out 6 days a week to help the people I am ministering to grow in the truths that God has taught me for many years now. This podcast is free to all that want to listen and grow strong in who God has made them to be in Christ Jesus their Lord and Savior. My Prayers For The World Ephesians 1:15-23 NLT 'Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God's people everywhere, I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and insight so that you might grow in your knowledge of God. I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms. Now he is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else—not only in this world but also in the world to come. God has put all things under the authority of Christ and has made him head over all things for the benefit of the church. And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself.' Ephesians 3:14-21 NLT 'When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.' This In Him Scripture Study Started On June 21 2021 Go Back And Listen From The Beginning… The Study In Romans Started on March 30 2022… The Study In 1 Corinthians Started On September 19 2022… Matthew 11:28 Find Rest In Jesus Christ Your Lord and Savior… Mark 10:29-30 100 Fold Return… Psalm 37:4 God will give you the desires of your heart… 1 Corinthians 15:55 Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… 1 John 1:9 Confess your sins God Will Cleanse You… Romans 13:8 Live in God's Love… Romans 8:16-17 Heirs of God and Joint Heirs with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Revelation 1:6 We are kings and priest in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior… Romans 10:13 Call On The Name Of Jesus And Make Him Lord today… The Biblical Definition Of Grace Is God's Unmerited Favor… Matthew 18:19-20 I will agree with you about your prayer request… Acts 10:34 God is not a respecter of persons. 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The concept of victory is more-so a lifestyle that stems from a deep connection with Jesus Christ. Through engaging stories, captivating music, and insightful teachings, we explore how living a life from a place of victory can transform our perspective and bring joy and fulfillment to our daily lives. We examine how our faith and relationship with Jesus can empower us to overcome challenges, embrace our true selves, and live out our purpose with confidence and resilience. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and faith as we explore what it truly means to live a life of victory in Jesus Christ. If you have been blessed by this ministry and would like to donate, you can visit www.Windword.ca Walking in Favour - Brent Borthwick February 26th, 2023 Windword Ministries
The concept of victory is more-so a lifestyle that stems from a deep connection with Jesus Christ. Through engaging stories, captivating music, and insightful teachings, we explore how living a life from a place of victory can transform our perspective and bring joy and fulfillment to our daily lives. We examine how our faith and relationship with Jesus can empower us to overcome challenges, embrace our true selves, and live out our purpose with confidence and resilience. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and faith as we explore what it truly means to live a life of victory in Jesus Christ. If you have been blessed by this ministry and would like to donate, you can visit www.Windword.ca Walking in Favour - Brent Borthwick February 26th, 2023 Windword Ministries
"When you go through deep waters and great trouble come, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you" - Isaiah 43:2 Focus on this Episode derived from the Living Inspirations embedded within this written Scripture in the Book of Isaiah 3:2; on this may you listen with Faith and prayerfulness, as GOD surely shall Blessed the Heart that receive the inspirations by FAITH. Hence, may you be highly blessed, as you stay strong in Jesus Christ the LORD, our ONLY Salvation and Life to GOD's Eternal Paradise in Heaven. Remember! You are destined for VICTORY in Jesus CHRIST, you are more than Conquerors in Jesus Christ. Peace ------- Welcome to Kinsman Podcast. Connect and Follow in Faith. Kinsman Podcast is committed to inspiring souls/ Living souls willing to Listen, while we're still among the Living. For in death is silence evermore. This Podcast is driven by Faith in Jesus Christ the LORD. You are welcome to support Kinsman Podcast by Clicking this Link https://anchor.fm/boaz-kinsman/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/boaz-kinsman/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/boaz-kinsman/support
Are you fighting in your own power? Right now, at this moment, remember that it's GOD'S BATTLE - just stand in His power! As Pastor Terry teaches today, you'll learn to find victory in Jesus Christ and never leave His protection. When you deal with situations and remain under Him, you'll discover wisdom comes your way, knowing when to speak and when to stay quiet - Pastor Terry reminds us that it'll come so naturally, but you'll know it's from Him. It's the way God provides at just the right time!
The enemy wants Christians to be distracted, discouraged, beat down, and weary right now. He wants us to feel hopeless so that we don't walk in our optimal calling and realize that we have the power and authority to change the situation in Jesus name. Today, Pastor Todd will address and break down what you need to do to beat the spirit of depression and oppression over our lives and family and walk in total victory in Jesus Christ! To support give, or contact, please go to www.toddcoconato.com or www.pastortodd.org
The enemy wants Christians to be distracted, discouraged, beat down, and weary right now. He wants us to feel hopeless so that we don't walk in our optimal calling and realize that we have the power and authority to change the situation in Jesus name. Today, Pastor Todd will address and break down what you need to do to beat the spirit of depression and oppression over our lives and family and walk in total victory in Jesus Christ! To support give, or contact, please go to www.toddcoconato.com or www.pastortodd.org
What does it look like to have victory in Jesus Christ? It can often seem like we're fighting an uphill battle in this world. Join Dr. Marty Baker as we unpack 1 John 5:1-5 and understand that in Jesus, we have overcome the world.
Do you or someone else you know struggle with a specific stronghold or sin that you just can't seem to overcome? Ultimately, we know the answer is through our victory in Jesus Christ. But sometimes, we need some practical help, a medical solution to help us. In this episode you'll learn about a medical breakthrough that helps men and women overcome pornography. You'll also hear about my NEW and Revised course that helps you share your faith without sounding weird or feeling awkward, how to overcome objections, and how God has specifically designed you to reach others for Jesus, regardless of your age, vocation, education or whatever. Save 50% when you register for the course by October 15th, when you use promo code 50off. Visit JeffJerina.com/FaithCourse to start the course today. If you or your church need a more customized training connect with me on my personal contact page at JeffJerina.com/Contact to find out more and setup a personal or group coaching with me. To help you create the space in your personal and professional life to do this, get your copy of Cut Through the Noise: 4 Steps to Joy, Peace, and Freedom (How to Eliminate Hurry, Live Undistracted, and Get Back Your Life). For social channels, visit: https://MenUnplugged.net/Connect Help us reach and impact more men for Christ by rating and reviewing this podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://MenUnplugged.net/iTunes. If you're planning a live or virtual event or conference, for your church, men's group or organization I'd be honored to work with you. To learn more and book me for your next event or podcast interview, visit my speaking page at JeffJerina.com/Speaking. Key Resources: NO-X.net - Medical Solution to overcome Porn. Internet Protection Against Porn Share Your Faith Course - Half Off when you register by October 15, 2022. Use promo code 50off Get Your Copy Now - Faith Without Fear: How to Share What You Believe with Confidence and Power (The Easy Way to Share the Gospel) Get Your Copy NOW - Cut Through the Noise: 4 Steps to Joy, Peace and Freedom. Includes FREE Bonus Audio (over 50 minutes of FREE audio with well-known leaders). Full Show Notes Here: Men Unplugged - Episode 135 show notes
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Sunday service 9/4/2022 -- "There Shall Be No Other Gods Before Me" God says in His word that there shall be no other gods before Him. This means we cannot make idols of the things of this world. Many of us make idols of things that we don't even realize. Things that we focus on instead of focusing on God and trusting Him. It sounds a lot easier than is it to trust Him though. This is why as believers we learn to discipline ourselves to lay down our fears, doubts, and worries at the foot of the cross. God tells us that, "His yoke is easy and His burden is light". Tune into today's Sunday Service @ The Remnant with Pastor Todd Coconato to learn about how we can lay down any idols this day and walk in complete victory in Jesus Christ! To support, tithe, contact, or inquire...please visit www.PastorTodd.org or www.ToddCoconato.com/give
Sunday service 9/4/2022 -- "There Shall Be No Other Gods Before Me" God says in His word that there shall be no other gods before Him. This means we cannot make idols of the things of this world. Many of us make idols of things that we don't even realize. Things that we focus on instead of focusing on God and trusting Him. It sounds a lot easier than is it to trust Him though. This is why as believers we learn to discipline ourselves to lay down our fears, doubts, and worries at the foot of the cross. God tells us that, "His yoke is easy and His burden is light". Tune into today's Sunday Service @ The Remnant with Pastor Todd Coconato to learn about how we can lay down any idols this day and walk in complete victory in Jesus Christ! To support, tithe, contact, or inquire...please visit www.PastorTodd.org or www.ToddCoconato.com/give
This evening service at First Baptist of Nashville, Tennessee began with a beautiful 30 minute concert by Max Lyall at the piano. Dr. McIntyre then spoke of the many advantages of the Christian life in today's world. The Lord has given each of us special gifts. We have a guide for our faith with a living Lord and a living book with guidelines on how to live. Everyday of our lives is a day of victory in Jesus Christ with our sins forgiven, with a personal heavenly Father and an eternal home at the end of our journey.
Praying Romans 8:33 believing we have victory in Jesus Christ! Support This Message
Every Christian experiences spiritual warfare. That's why God equips us with everything needed to withstand against the enemy. Why then do we feel defeated so often? Because we enter the battle with the wrong mindset and in a weakened spiritual condition. Today's podcast talks about how to resist the devil and experience daily victory in Jesus Christ.
Tom Claibourne's sermon preached on April 24th, 2022 at Bethlehem Church of Christ in Winchester, OH. Outline: Introduction: Numbers, charts, & lots of theories (20:1-6) "thousand" -- Ex. 20:6; Dt. 1:11; 7:9; Ps. 50:10; 90:4; I Sam. 18:7; II Pet. 3:8) I. Let's celebrate Jesus' Kingdom. (20:1-6) "Kingdom" in Revelation (Rev. 1:6; 5:10; 11:15; 12:10-11) Jesus' use of "Kingdom" (Lk. 1:32, 33; Mark 1:14-15; 9:1; Matt. 5-7, 13; John 3:3-5; 6:14-15, 66; 18:33-36; Matt. 16:17-19 & Acts 2) Other Bible verses (Dan. 2:44; I Pet. 1 & 2; Eph. 1:20-22) II. Let's celebrate Satan's defeat. (Gen. 3:15; Rom. 16:20; Rev. 12) His binding. (20:1-3) Jude 6; I Jn. 3:8; Heb. 2:14; Matt. 12:29; Lk. 10:17-18; Jn. 12:31-32; I Jn. 4:4; Rev. 1:17-18; 12:10; Col. 2:15 His final destruction. (20:7-10) Rev. 17:14; 19:19; Rom. 16:20 III. Let's celebrate resurrection. (20:4-6) Jesus' resurrection. A resurrection from this life. (Lk. 16:19ff) A Spiritual resurrection. (Eph. 2:1. 5-6; Col. 2:12-13; 3:1ff; Rom 6:3ff) A final resurrection. (John 5:28-29; 6:40; I Th. 4:16-17; Rev. 2:11) IV. Let's celebrate the book of life. (20:11-15) The Lamb's book of life. (Rev. 3:5; 13:8; 17:8; 21:17) If you are born once, you die twice. If you are born twice, you die once.
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In this episode, I'm talking all about spiritual warfare so that your spiritual eyes may be opened, you can know your enemy, and stand firm in your authority over Him through the power of Jesus Christ in you! (See linked resources below for the things I discuss!) "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." - Ephesians 6:12 “No weapon that is formed against you will succeed; And every tongue that rises against you in judgment you will condemn. This [peace, righteousness, security, and triumph over opposition] is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, And this is their vindication from Me,” says the Lord. - Isaiah 54:17 ------------ Get armored up in the WORD of God inside a virtual interactive community of women + join us for our new bible study (She Sings With Strength Starting SOON!!) -- Join Encompass Community Here: https://encompass.podia.com/encompassmembership Restored (Freedom in Christ) Online Program To Break Off Chains/Open Doors Via Prayers: http://restored.pub/ .... DM me on Instagram @sarapetrucci_xo Email: sarapetruccixo@gmail.com Encompass Community: https://encompasswomen.com/ Christian Coaching: https://www.sarapetrucci.com/christiancoaching . If this blessed you, consider leaving a 5 star review below so more women can find this! THANK YOU!!! - SARA
Tony Smith is the son of 80's rapper Tone Loc (Anthony Smith), and he grew up facing the celebrity burdens with which many families struggle within the Los Angeles/Hollywood culture. Drugs, sex, you name it, Tony was exposed and sometimes indulged in most of them. He also engaged in a multitude of religious practices while searching for the truth - Hinduism, Buddhism, New Age, Astrology, and others. He even practiced a form of satanism. But none of these satisfied until Tony realized the answer to all of his searches. Tony discovered the love of Jesus as explained in the Bible. Now, Tony shares about the One true God, the God of Yeshua, Jesus, Elohim - the God of the Bible after a miraculous experience with God in Heaven. His fascinating experiences will weave you into a compelling storyline from defeat to ultimate victory in Jesus Christ. This is one of the most profound stories you will ever have the pleasure of discovering, and it comes from a humble man whose only desire is to share the Truth of God's reality.
There is victory in Jesus Christ. In Him we have all we need and so much more. Trusting in Him give us hope and identity. We must learn who we are in His Kingdom. Join Rusty Kennedy in this message entitled, "Victory In Jesus". www.kingdomrock.org
Do not give in to self-pity. Self-pity can paralyze you and make you live a defeated life. Regardless of what you have gone through in life, always remember that there is hope and victory in Jesus Christ.
Before coming to Christ, Skylar Linderman, evangelist and OMA staff member, was stuck in sin and addiction. Once considered hopeless, he came out of bondage into full freedom and victory in Jesus Christ. Ken Pounders and Skylar discuss four key concepts that brought about divine transformation. You can be empowered to walk in victory and win every battle! Give a listen as they discuss these powerful truths. The Conquer Addiction Podcast is designed to deliver real, Scriptural, and time-tested solutions for those struggling with addiction and those who are trying to help them. Website: https://omainc.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/165704310121828/
In this episode, I begin the series on my struggle with pornography by sharing how it all started. The goal of this series is to let anyone bound by any addiction know that there is victory in Jesus Christ. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/uchenna-ogbonna/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/uchenna-ogbonna/support
Takes COURAGE to overcome FEAR. Even if the details of the VICTORY aren't so apparent; we no less claim the VICTORY in Jesus Christ. What God has CALLED us to, he will finish and complete in FAITH.
Immunity From “All Our Diseases” (Audio) David Eells - 11/7/21 God's Vaccine 7 Anxiety and Fear, Part 1 Psa. 103:3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; Who healeth all thy diseases. Folks, there are some mighty shakings of God coming (Hebrews 12:26-29). You're going to see things that you never thought you would see in this world, but the Lord doesn't want us to be troubled about it. It's all part of His plan. He is a sovereign God and He works all things after the counsel of His Own Will. (Eph.1:11) In whom also we were made a heritage, having been foreordained according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his will. And, as the Bible also says, (Joh.3:27) … A man can receive nothing, except it have been given him from heaven. God is the only One Who “doeth according to his will.” (Dan.4:35) And all the inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing; and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the earth; and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou? He reigns in the heavens and upon the earth. (1Ch.16:31) Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; And let them say among the nations, the Lord reigneth. So we can trust in Him. These shakings are coming in order to bring many people into the Kingdom, and yet, we don't want to be anxious or fearful concerning these things. We want to be at peace. We want to be able to be used of God when these things happen, but we are totally useless to God if we have anxiety or fear, and the devil knows that. Yes, the devil is about to make great war on the saints but those who walk by faith, those who draw close to the Lord, those who depend upon Him even for their faith and their grace, have nothing to worry about. Through these great shakings, God is going to weed out the apostates from among His true people. Only those who have received the gift from God to want to walk with Him will remain. You know, when Jesus sent the disciples and the seventy out, it was on-the-job training for them. The Lord showed me that this was a foretaste, a foreshadowing, of what's going to happen in our day in the beginning of the tribulation period. That's because history repeats. (Ecc.1:9) That which hath been is that which shall be; and that which hath been done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun. We are coming into a great time of grace, and the Lord is going to appear. He is going to be manifested in His people. (Col.1:26) [Even] the mystery which hath been hid for ages and generations: but now hath it been manifested to his saints, (27) to whom God was pleased to make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: (28) whom we proclaim, admonishing every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ. He is going to be manifested as “Christ in you, the hope of glory,” and His First-fruits are going to be able to do the same things that Jesus did in raising-up disciples, the sending forth two-by-two, and so on; all this will be repeated. Great and wondrous things are going to happen. Oh, praise the Lord! (Luk.10:17) And the seventy returned with joy, saying, Lord, even the demons are subject unto us in thy name. Some of you know this already, but the overwhelming majority of Christianity does not. As a matter of fact, even the overwhelming majority of God's elect don't yet know this, but they will. They will come out (Isaiah 52:11; John 10:3; 2 Corinthians 6:17), they will be led, they will be disciples, and then they will shake the world (Haggai 2:6; Acts 17:6; Hebrews 12:26-27). So the seventy were overjoyed to find out that the demons were subject to them. Jesus told His disciples, (Mar.16:17) And these signs shall accompany them that believe: in my name shall they cast out demons… We have been given authority over demon powers, saints, and it is a joyous thing to see people set free, but how do we defend ourselves against these demons? The attacks are coming. The warfare is about to go forth against the saints, yet God's people, those who walk by faith, will have nothing to worry about. I'd like to share with you from Luke about fear and anxiety. Of course, once the Lord has put His Word in your heart and you have some experience walking in that Word, it is very hard for fear and anxiety to come into your heart. This is what God wants to do; He wants to prepare us for the things to come. I know that some people won't be prepared. They will be shocked and they will be fearful, however, because of that fear, they will run to the Lord for refuge and then God will teach them how to walk in peace and rest. (Luk.10:18) And he said unto them, I beheld Satan fallen as lightning from heaven. (19) Behold, I have given you authority to tread upon serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall in any wise hurt you. (20) Nevertheless in this rejoice not, that the spirits are subject unto you; but rejoice that your names are written in heaven. We see they came back rejoicing that the demons were subject to them, and then Jesus mentions that He has given them authority to tread upon “serpents” and “scorpions.” “Serpents” and “scorpions” here represent two different kinds of the spirits over which they were exercising their authority. I want to explain that to you because it has a lot of bearing on anxiety and fear and how to deal with it. First I need to point out to you that there are “serpent” spirits, but I am not going to go deep into this. I have taught on this before and I want to talk more about anxiety and fear. (Act.16:16) And it came to pass, as we were going to the place of prayer, that a certain maid having a spirit of divination met us, who brought her masters much gain by soothsaying. (17) The same following after Paul and us cried out, saying, These men are servants of the Most High God, who proclaim unto you the way of salvation. (18) And this she did for many days. But Paul, being sore troubled, turned and said to the spirit, I charge thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And it came out that very hour. A “spirit of divination” is a spirit of false prophecy, and if we look at the original Greek words there, we find that they mean a “spirit of python.” In other words, a spirit of divination is a serpent spirit, and a big one. As you know, serpents that are poisonous carry their poison in their heads. One of the reasons the Lord pointed this out to me is because serpent spirits are deceiving spirits, and so they war with your mind. False prophecy does that, along with all the other serpent spirits. They bring deception to mankind. However, it is the second group, the “scorpions,” that I want to deal with here. Jesus said, “I have given you authority to tread upon serpents and scorpions.” “Tread” means to “put them under your feet, under your authority, under your dominion.” The word “scorpions” in the Greek, is skorpios and it's where we get our English word “scorpion.” As Jesus was making war against the demon powers, He was teaching His disciples how to make war against the demon powers. (Luk.11:17) … Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house [divided] against a house falleth. (18) And if Satan also is divided against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? because ye say that I cast out demons by Beelzebub. (19) And if I by Beelzebub cast out demons, by whom do your sons cast them out? therefore shall they be your judges. (20) But if I by the finger of God cast out demons, then is the kingdom of God come upon you. Obviously, Satan does not cast out Satan; it is only the Kingdom of God that gives deliverance from Satan and his demons. (21) When the strong [man] fully armed guardeth his own court, his goods are at peace: (22) but when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and overcome him, he taketh from him his whole armor wherein he trusted, and divideth his spoils. And we know that Jesus was stronger than the “strong man.” He conquered the devil, and when He passed His authority on to His disciples, He was giving us authority over all the power of the enemy. He was dividing the spoils. We are plundering the devil's kingdom when we preach the Gospel to someone and they believe it. When that happens, they are delivered out of the devil's kingdom and into the Kingdom of God. The same thing happens when we heal the sick, and when we cast out demons, and so on. That's our job, folks; we all have a job to do in plundering the devil's kingdom. (Luk.11:23) He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth. We need to be on the Lord's side. He ordained us, He raised us up, and He wants us all to have a part in this. No matter where we are or what we are doing, we work for the Kingdom of God and we represent the King. We are ambassadors of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20). We speak for Him in this world. We go forth to do His works in this world. Jesus said, (Mar.16:17) And these signs shall accompany them that believe: in my name shall they cast out demons; they shall speak with new tongues; (18) they shall take up serpents, and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall in no wise hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. These things “shall accompany them that believe.” If you are a believer, you have a right to all the gifts of the Spirit. If you are a believer, you have a right to be doing the work of God by healing the sick, casting out devils, speaking in tongues, and so on and so forth. “He that gathereth not with me scattereth.” I have pointed out before that the word “scattereth” here is the Greek word skorpizo, and it means “to penetrate and put to flight.” There are some small creatures that sometimes frighten people more than big creatures, and a scorpion is a very small creature, but it is frightening because people know the pain, the trouble, and the poison that can come from it. When the Israelites were going into their Promised Land, God spoke to them, saying, (Exo.23:28) And I will send the hornet before thee, which shall drive out the Hivite, the Canaanite, and the Hittite, from before thee. A hornet is another very small creature, but it has a sting in its tail, just like the scorpion. The poison is in its tail, not in its head, and when it goes forth, it can put a lot of people to flight. Of course, God was using the hornet as a type and a shadow, in the same way He was using it here for the scorpion to penetrate and put to flight. Your defense against this is to take up (Eph.6:16) … the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil [one]. You need the shield of faith whenever you're attacked by these scorpion spirits because their job is to cause you to run, and they do a very good job of it. The Lord has taught me that certain of these scorpion spirits cause God's people to run from the battle, to give-up in the face of the enemy. Two of the big ones are spirits of anxiety and fear, but others are spirits of guilt, spirits of rejection, spirits of shame, and spirits of unbelief. They cause God's people not to take up their sword of the spirit, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and so on and so forth to conquer the enemy (Ephesians 6:10-17). Knowledge of the Word of God and understanding who we are in Christ, understanding that He has delivered us, gives us power over them. If we are not with Jesus, we are against Him. If we are not gathering with Him, then we are scattered. Of course, if you are not plundering Satan's kingdom, that means Satan is plundering you. You can't have it both ways; it is one way or the other. The Lord has given us the victory in Jesus Christ, we know that. We know because of the Sacrifice that He gave, that we have been given victory. He said, (Joh.16:33) These things have I spoken unto you, that in me ye may have peace. In the world ye have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Jesus conquered the devil, the evil one, He conquered sin, He conquered the curse, He conquered sickness; He conquered it all at the Cross. We have already studied the real Good News that gives us authority and power over the devil. [Editor's Note: Our book, The Real Good News, is available without charge from ubm1.org as a PDF.] We should be able to defend ourselves against the fear and anxiety that is going to attack many people when they see the judgments that are coming upon this world. It is quite normal and natural for the wicked to run and to be fearful and to be moved by what they see and what they hear, but not for us. (Pro.28:1) The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are bold as a lion. We need to hold fast that bold faith that the Lord has given to us (Romans 3:22; Ephesians 3:12; Hebrews 10:35; etc.) You should know that there are some things that will totally take away your defense against these demon spirits, and one of the major ones that I have seen is unforgiveness. Having unforgiveness, or one of its relatives such as bitterness or judgment toward anybody, is what delivers many of God's people over to the power of these demons. [Editor's Note: Our book, The Curse of Unforgiveness, is available without charge from ubm1.org as a PDF.] Jesus warned us, (Mat.18:34) And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due. (35) So shall also my heavenly Father do unto you, if ye forgive not every one his brother from your hearts. If we don't forgive our brother from the heart, the Father will turn us over to the tormentors until we pay our own debt. It's sad but many of God's people don't realize that they're laboring under these tormenting demons. They can't get victory, they can't overcome, they have no confidence, they have no gift of faith, yet they don't understand that it's because they're holding on to unforgiveness, bitterness, and judgment against their brothers. Jesus is not a liar. He said the Father will turn you over to the tormentors. If we want to have boldness before God, one thing that we have to do, folks, is to make sure that we have a clean conscience. (1Jn.3:21) Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, we have boldness toward God; (22) and whatsoever we ask we receive of him (Now that's a place of safety! We don't have to worry about a thing; we just ask, and God answers.), because we keep his commandments and do the things that are pleasing in his sight. In other words, we have a clean conscience. This should put the fear of the Lord in you, not the fear of anybody else. The only One we have to please is the Lord Himself. If you want to be ready for the things that are coming at you down the road, then you need to have a clean conscience because the devil is going to send in his big guns of fear and anxiety to lead the pack. Usually what happens is people see or hear something and all of a sudden, the devil is there to penetrate and to put to flight. He is there to attack. That is when we need to be full of the boldness of the Lord and realize we are dealing with the enemy. This is not our mind; this is the devil attacking our mind, trying to bring us down so that we will be totally useless in this battle. One important thing that we have to understand is that fear is sin. Many times people think fear is a weakness in them. They think they just don't have the faith that they need, but the Bible calls this “an evil heart of unbelief.” (Heb.3:12) Take heed, brethren, lest haply there shall be in any one of you an evil heart of unbelief, in falling away from the living God. And we are told, (Rev.21:8) But for the fearful, and unbelieving (So it is a sin that's thrown in there with all of the other sins.), and abominable, and murderers, and fornicators, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, their part [shall be] in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone; which is the second death. When you are tempted with fear and anxiety, you should deal with that as sin. Many people just give in to fear, but the Bible says, (2Ti.1:7) For God gave us not a spirit of fearfulness; but of power and love and discipline. When that spirit of fear comes, it is of the devil. When that spirit comes, it is in order to manipulate us and to move us to react to the situation, instead of acting according to what the Word of God says. The devil wants to put us to flight before him so that he can continue to plunder us. (Luk.10:19) Behold, I have given you authority (That includes dominion over anxiety and fear.) to tread upon serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall in any wise hurt you. We need to be bold in our faith because we have been given authority over the devil in everything and “nothing shall in any wise hurt” us. Does that verse actually mean that? Of course it does! It means that nothing shall in any wise hurt us, but that promise is only effectual when you mix it with faith (Hebrews chapters 3 and 4). (Heb.4:1) Let us fear therefore, lest haply, a promise being left of entering into his rest, any one of you should seem to have come short of it. (2) For indeed we have had good tidings preached unto us, even as also they: but the word of hearing did not profit them, because it was not united by faith with them that heard. We know from God's word that these shakings are going to come. (Heb.12:26) Whose voice then shook the earth: but now he hath promised, saying, Yet once more will I make to tremble not the earth only, but also the heaven. (27) And this [word], Yet once more, signifieth the removing of those things that are shaken, as of things that have been made, that those things which are not shaken may remain. (28) Wherefore, receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us have grace, whereby we may offer service well-pleasing to God with reverence and awe: (29) for our God is a consuming fire. God is going to bring down this world through these great shakings and He is going to bring shakings in the lives of His people. Events will occur that you and I have never seen on this earth. In fact, things that have never happened before are going to happen and they're going to put the fear of God in His elect. However, they're going to put the fear of the devil, the fear of the curse, and the fear of the things that are coming upon the world in the hearts of the wicked. There will be (Luk.21:26KJV) Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. Only God's elect are going to have His patience and His peace in the midst of this. I am not saying they are going to have it all of a sudden and at the beginning, but they are all going to grow into it. They're all going to understand what it is to serve the Lord. They're all going to be highly motivated because of the things that are coming upon the world. Yes, these shakings are coming but we need to call fear and anxiety what God calls them, we need to call them “sin.” God has given us a deliverance from this, (Heb.10:14) For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified. We can count on it because God has delivered us from all sin. (Joh.1:29) … Behold, the Lamb of God, that taketh away the sin of the world! Jesus took away our sin. Jesus took away fear and anxiety. We don't have to put up with it because He did that, therefore we can partake of the peace of God in the midst of great destructions upon this world. (Isa.26:3) Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed on [thee]; because he trusteth in thee. Those destructions are coming and they are coming fast and so we need to be prepared. It is a trick of the devil to immediately show up with fear and anxiety whenever something like this happens, and you need to cast it down. We are children of the King and we are here for His purpose, not for the purpose of the world. What the world is going to go through and take a penalty for, we don't have to take the penalty for because our Lord Jesus already took it. (2Co.5:21) Him who knew no sin he made [to be] sin on our behalf; that we might become the righteousness of God in him. He became cursed for us, He bore the penalty on the Cross. What should we fear? (Psa.27:1) The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid? (Php.4:6) In nothing be anxious (Some versions say “careful,” however the Greek word there, merimnaó, specifically means “anxious.”); but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Since we have such authority with God, such promises from God, what is “anxiety”? It is unbelief, that's what it is. You and I do not believe that the Word of God is true whenever we give in to this temptation. It is sin, we need to look at it as sin, and we need to cast it down just like we would any other kind of sin. (Rev.21:8) But for the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and fornicators, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, their part [shall be] in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone; which is the second death. You would never think of doing some of those things that are mentioned there, but would you consider fear and anxiety to be in the same category? Would you consider them to be sin before God? Would you consider unbelief to be sin before the King? If someone is unbelieving, then they are not justified because they are not letting God be true and every man a liar (Romans 3:4). And, if they are not justified, that means their sins are not covered. So God says, “In nothing be anxious,” because He is absolutely sovereign. We truly have nothing to worry about since He has everything under control. Let's go back to the beginning of this chapter for a closer look because the Lord showed me, many years ago, a neat revelation here that He hid in the Word just for us. You know, He wants us to stand steadfast and unmovable in Him (Colossians 1:23). He doesn't want us to be moved by what we see or what we hear. You are about to hear of horrendous things in this world. You are about to see horrendous things in this world. He doesn't want us to be moved by those things at all. Just remember, we are the ones to whom God is giving a demonstration. We are the ones He wants to teach. He doesn't want to destroy us; He has good plans for us. Keep that in mind. All these promises concerning you are true, and they are true for you. (Php.4:1) Wherefore, my brethren beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my beloved. (2) I exhort Euodia, and I exhort Syntyche, to be of the same mind in the Lord. The Lord spoke to me one day when I read this. He spoke to me to go look these names up, and I did. “Euodia” means “to be successful in reaching a goal; to succeed in reaching.” “Syntyche” is just the opposite. It means “to meet with an accident.” They are opposite names here, with opposite meanings. In other words, sometimes you just walk in the success of the Lord and sometimes you meet with an accident, but the Lord is saying to be of the same mind, no matter which one you are going through. As a matter of fact, He also tells us that we should be content in either case. (Php.4:11) Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content. He says that because everything that comes to you, saints, comes to you from the Hand of God (John 3:27). He wants you to trust in Him. (Php.4:2) I exhort Euodia, and I exhort Syntyche, to be of the same mind in the Lord. (3) Yea, I beseech thee also, true yokefellow, help these women, for they labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow-workers, whose names are in the book of life. Yes, they do; they labor with all of us in the Gospel, and they labor with us in our own life, and in bearing fruit and so on and so forth. Saints, God wants us to be stable and not moved up and down by our emotions, not moved by every wind of doctrine, not moved by anything that happens in the world. He wants us to be steadfast, standing on His Word like standing on a rock. In one of the first visions we received, I was shown standing on a rock with leg braces on. The interpretation is that God's external power was helping me to stand upon the Rock. I was able to stand only by His grace and power, not by any power of my own. He said, “these women … labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also.” “Clement” means “merciful.” Jesus said, (Mat.5:7) Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. With those who will have mercy towards others, and be forgiving towards others, God will show Himself the same way. Sometimes we do much harm to ourselves in the way that we relate to others, as in the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. (Mat.18:34) And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due. (35) So shall also my heavenly Father do unto you, if ye forgive not every one his brother from your hearts. He turns you over to the tormentors, so we need to be merciful and we need to not be moved by success or failure. (Php.4:4) Rejoice in the Lord always: again I will say, Rejoice. (5) Let your forbearance be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. (So much the more today!) (6) In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. In other words, don't worry about a thing; just lay your request before God. Remember that Jesus said, (Mar.11:24) … All things whatsoever ye pray and ask for, believe that ye received them, and ye shall have them. Are we going to be anxious, or are we going to believe? As we've seen, anxiety is totally against faith and it is a sin against God (Revelation 21:8), but if you know that, you know that you can cast it down. You can put up your shield of faith, and quench that fiery dart. You don't have to let the skorpizo spirit penetrate you and put you to flight. Many people are not acting on the Word, instead, they are reacting to what the devil is doing around them. Guess what they are ruled by? If you are not ruled by faith, you are going to be ruled by fear. (Luk.11:23) He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth. If you want to be moved and ruled by the Lord, then remember anxiety and fear is sin. When anxiety and fear comes to people's hearts immediately after some disaster, this is the devil seeking to bring them into bondage and it must be cast down immediately. (Php.4:7) And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus. We need the peace of God in the midst of turmoil. (Isa.26:3) Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]; because he trusteth in thee. Oh, glory to God! Keep your mind on what God has said, on what He has taught you, and cast down everything else the devil fires your way. God will keep you in perfect peace while other people are falling apart. They will be going this way while you will be going that way. You know, when you react to the devil, he's herding you in the direction he wants you to go and you're proving that you are one of his pack. If you follow him, you are one of his. You're proving who you follow by how you handle these trials that you are going through, these things that are really not “accidents,” because nothing can come into your life by accident. They are trials from the Lord that He has absolute control over, otherwise, how could He say “in nothing be anxious”? And how could He say that He works all things together for your good (Romans 8:28)? He can say that because He is in absolute control and you can trust Him. You can rest in His promises, therefore, don't let anxiety or fear affect you. Cast them down. (Php.4:8) Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true (Who is the Truth? Jesus Christ, the Word of God, is Truth, and He promises to keep you in perfect peace if your mind is stayed on Him {Isaiah 26;3}.), whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report… We want to believe and remember the “good report.” It doesn't make any difference what happens in the world around us. We have to hold fast to the good report. When the Israelites were moved by fear and anxiety, they cried out to God, claiming He had brought them to that wilderness to die (Numbers 21:5), which was so foolish, but you think that way when you are under the dominion of fear and anxiety. The Lord has not brought us anywhere to fail, but to teach us to be sons of God, if we will only keep our mind upon Him, upon the Word of God, upon the good report. Remember, the Israelites listened to the bad report from the spies who did not have any faith in God (Numbers 13:31-33). Their faith was in the bad report. They believed that they could not conquer that land or those giants, which in type represented the old man of the flesh (Numbers 14:2-4). (Php.4:8) Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Refuse to think on the things that are going to destroy you, or cause you to be manipulated, or cause you to be herded before the demons of the devil so that you partake of their curse. (Php.4:9) The things which ye both learned and received and heard and saw in me, these things do: and the God of peace shall be with you. Paul was telling them, (1Co.11:1) Be ye imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ. Or, in other words, “Follow me, as I follow the Lord.” Even today, folks, when you see people who are following the Lord and being a good example, pay attention to their witness and their testimony. There are many people out there speaking only from their theology, but with no experience whatsoever. They haven't walked with God by faith and they're leading God's people into Babylon. “The things which ye both learned and received and heard and saw in me, these things do: and the God of peace shall be with you.” This is what we want, folks. We want to walk in the peace of God. (Isa.26:3) Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]; because he trusteth in thee. If we permit the devil to penetrate our defense, which is faith in the Word of God, then the fiery dart of the “stinger” will come through. If you are not (Eph.6:16) … taking up the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the evil [one], then you'll be overcome by emotions. You'll do what the world does and so you'll fall under the judgment of the world. As we've seen, this is exactly what the Israelites did in the wilderness, when they fell under the judgment of the world and under the curse of Deuteronomy 28. Except for Joshua and Caleb, they died in the wilderness instead of overcoming and entering into the Promised Land. “But I am persuaded of better things of you,” Paul said. “I am persuaded that the Lord is able to keep you and to bring you through these troubling times in boldness and in courage” (Hebrews 6:9-12,18-19). Make sure, saints, that there is nothing in your heart that will hinder, nothing in your heart that will separate you from that boldness that God gives to those who are obedient, because (1Jn.3:21) Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, we have boldness toward God… And that boldness will bring you peace. (Php.4:9) The things which ye both learned and received and heard and saw in me, these things do: and the God of peace shall be with you. There is one passage in the Bible where Jesus spoke about anxiety; it's in Matthew chapter 6 and He mentioned it six times. He did not do that anywhere else. We're going to look at that because it's where an awful lot of Christians struggle. We are heading toward a wilderness trial, folks, and one thing we find in a wilderness trial is that the Lord suffers His people to see lack. He suffers them to be tried in order to see what they will do. In all the places where the Lord led His people Israel in the wilderness, it was from one trial to the next. They were always seeing lack ahead of them, lack of water, lack of food, lack of protection from enemies, and so on and so forth. Of course, they had many opportunities to be penetrated by fear and anxiety. They had many opportunities to run in the opposite direction, to cry out in unbelief, and even to accuse God of things that He had no mind to do. (Num.14:2) And all the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron: and the whole congregation said unto them, Would that we had died in the land of Egypt! or would that we had died in this wilderness! (3) And wherefore doth the Lord bring us unto this land, to fall by the sword? … You know, they finally convinced Him and it was exactly what they needed. It was their own fault, too, because God told Moses, (Num.14:28) Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord, surely as ye have spoken in mine ears, so will I do to you: (29) your dead bodies shall fall in this wilderness; and all that were numbered of you, according to your whole number, from twenty years old and upward, that have murmured against me, (30) surely ye shall not come into the land, concerning which I sware that I would make you dwell therein, save Caleb the son of Jephunneh, and Joshua the son of Nun. That's what they had faith for and so He gave it to them, because (Mat.9:29) … According to your faith be it done unto you. Anxiety and fear is faith; it is just negative faith, faith in the curse and in the devil, and God will let you have the curse if you believe in it. I know there are some of you who don't believe there is anything to come but peace and prosperity to God's people because of how special they are. Folks, you are missing history. Please read the Bible again because God's people went through fiery trials. They were hated of the nations, and Jesus said it's going to be the same for us. (Mat.24:9) Then shall they deliver you up unto tribulation, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all the nations for my name's sake. (10) And then shall many stumble, and shall deliver up one another, and shall hate one another. (11) And many false prophets shall arise, and shall lead many astray. (12) And because iniquity shall be multiplied, the love of the many shall wax cold. (13) But he that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved. Most of us have never gone through any of that, but none of us have gone through the hatred of the whole world against Christianity. The Lord is raising-up a very big enemy against His small group of elect, exactly the way it was with Israel. And He's going to take a lot of worldly provision away from His people in the days to come, so that their provision will come from heaven. The Lord is going to provide for His people. He's going to show Himself strong on behalf of them that have put their faith and trust in Him. Now I would like to read what Jesus had to say concerning His provision for you in the times to come. Notice that in this passage where Jesus mentions the word “anxious” six times, it is always the same Greek word merimnaó, which we just read in Philippians. (Php.4:6) In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Well, here in Matthew we see He is teaching the people, and it seems their anxiety was always about their provision, the things that they needed in order to be able to live in the wilderness. He tells them, (Mat.6:19) Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal: (20) but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth consume, and where thieves do not break through nor steal (Many of God's people have their confidence in what they can store-up, not in what God promised He would do.): (21) for where thy treasure is, there will thy heart be also. Of course, your treasure is something that you stored up as a provision for your future, so that is where your heart, your trust, will be. (22) The lamp of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light. In other words, an “eye” that is “single” is not an eye that is set upon its own provisions; it's not set upon things that it has stored-up to save self in the days to come. (23) But if thine eye be evil, thy whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore, the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is the darkness! An “eye” that is “dark” is an eye that has its confidence in the things of this world, and I am going to prove that to you as we read on. (24) No man can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Those “two masters” He's talking about are God and mammon. Mamónas is the Aramaic word for “riches, money, possessions, property,” and it comes from an Old Testament Hebrew word matmon, which means “hidden treasures,” while mammōnás means “the treasure a person trusts (has confidence) in.” So “mammon” here represents trusting in worldly treasures that are stored-up or hidden, trusting in the things of the world to provide salvation. As you know, when the Israelites came out of Egypt, God permitted them to have something they trusted in, gold and silver, that was given into their hands by the Egyptians, by the world (Exodus 3:22). And, again, they made an idol out of this, meaning they trusted in it. God wanted them to be tried in this way because He was the one that permitted them to go out there with this gold. However, His plan was to try them to see if they would be faithful, and they weren't. They made an idol out of that gold (Exodus 32:4), the thing that they had stored-up to preserve them through their wilderness trials. God wanted to meet their needs out of heaven; that was His plan from the beginning but first He had to get the gold out of the way. (Exo.32:20) And he (That is Moses.) took the calf which they had made, and burnt it with fire, and ground it to powder, and strewed it upon the water, and made the children of Israel drink of it. In other words, “I hope you remember this lesson.” People who are trusting in the things that they are storing-up for the times to come, are doing it because they do not believe the Word of God. They do not believe that (Php.4:19) … my God shall supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. They are anxious, troubled, and fearful. Their trust and confidence is in mammon. They have the eye that is evil. Their eye is not single. Let's read on and see if Jesus confirms this. (Mat.6:25) Therefore I say unto you, be not anxious (There is the first one of six mentions, and again, it's the same word, merimnaó, that we read in Philippians 4:6.) for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. We don't have to worry about these things. We don't have to worry about preparing in our own strength to preserve ourselves through the days to come. Many people claim they have received words from the “Lord” about preparing for themselves. I tell you, folks, we are coming to a time when God wants to prove His power to save you by signs and wonders and miracles, not by your own worldly methods. God's provision came out of heaven to God's people in the wilderness. He did not want them to be anxious; He did not want them to be fearful. He wanted them to trust in His provision alone, so He ran them out of everything that they provided for themselves when they came out of Egypt and then He provided for them. They received water out of the rock (Numbers 20:11) and manna out of heaven (Exodus 16:4) and quail out of the sky (Exodus 16:12). We are coming to the exact same repetition of history today, except this time it is for the Church. Once again God is going to provide for those who believe. (Mat.6:25) Therefore I say unto you, be not anxious for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than the food, and the body than the raiment? (26) Behold the birds of the heaven, that they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; and your heavenly Father feedeth them. Have you ever thought that if you could not provide for yourself or if the economy went down, which it will, and you could not work, that God would provide for you? Well, I guarantee you He will provide if you walk by faith, but where He says “they sow not,” is God teaching that you don't need to work for a living? Obviously not, because Paul told us, (2Th.3:10) For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, If any will not work, neither let him eat. (11) For we hear of some that walk among you disorderly, that work not at all, but are busybodies. (12) Now them that are such we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ, that with quietness they work, and eat their own bread. I'll tell you what I believe is going to happen. I believe there is going to be a great exchange in these days, God's people are finally going to wake up and take the Great Commission seriously. (Mat.28:19) Go ye therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Jesus said (Luk.11:23) … he that gathereth not with me, scattereth. He wants us gathering and He raises up disciples to do His work of the Great Commission and if you are not working for the world, you can work for Him. Even the birds and the flowers work for Him, but they don't toil in the world and God still feeds the birds and clothes the flowers. (Mat.6:26) Behold the birds of the heaven, that they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns (They're not storing up their treasures, their food, for the days to come.); and your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are not ye of much more value than they? (27) And which of you by being anxious (There's the second mention.) can add one cubit unto the measure of his life? We know that anxiety does nothing but destroy you, physically, mentally, emotionally. It brings sickness because it tears down your immunity. Faith can beat anything, but anxiety can do nothing except bring you more harm. (Mat.6:28) And why are ye anxious (There's the third mention.) concerning raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: (29) yet I say unto you, that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. (Wow!) (30) But if God doth so clothe the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is cast into the oven, [shall he] not much more [clothe] you, O ye of little faith? The Lord is going to take care of you; don't worry about a thing. Some of you are going to lose your jobs, which you so prize, and maybe your high standard of living. However, you are going to exchange your attitude towards the world and the things of the world, for one that is like those of the disciples in Jesus' day. Folks, Christians were plundered in Jesus' day. When those Jews became Christians, they were plundered. Nobody would do business with them. Basically, they were in a wilderness, yet the Lord provided for them because they put their trust in Him. (Mat.6:31) Be not therefore anxious (There's the fourth mention.), saying, what shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? Why did He keep mentioning the same thing? It's because He knew the carnal nature and He knew the trials that were coming for the Jewish Christians in these days. When Jesus spoke this back then, they were in the beginning of the first 3-1/2 years of their tribulation. He knew what they were going through, and He knew what we are going to go through in our day, which is the same thing, folks. There is a great economic collapse coming, but God has made this promise that He is going to provide for His people. Don't give in to any anxiety and fear. Know that God has said He is your Jehovah-Jireh. (Gen.22:14) And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovah-jireh: as it is said to this day, In the mount of the Lord it shall be provided. He is going to provide for you in everything. He wants to show you His Glory. He wants to show you His Power. (Mat.6:31) Be not therefore anxious, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (32) For after all these things do the Gentiles (These were the unsaved heathen at that time.) seek; for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. Yes, He already knows this. You don't have to worry, you don't have to beg, and you don't have to spend hours and hours on your knees. All you have to do is, (Php.4:6) In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. You are not going to be heard for your “much speaking” (Matthew 6:7). Don't be fearful or anxious because of what you see, or because it appears as if you're coming to the end of your own provision. God is bringing you there because you need to be at the end of your own provision before you can receive God's provision. He wants to show you a miracle; He wants to show you many miracles. (Mat.6:33) But seek ye first his kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. God is going to make sure that you are provided for as you seek first His Kingdom, as you seek to build His Kingdom both in your life and in the lives of the people around you. Seek first His Kingdom and He is going to make sure that you are going to have everything that you need. Of course, if you are seeking His Kingdom, you are not going to have a love of the world. (1Jn.2:15) Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. The love of the world is sin; the love of the Father is not. I would say the overwhelming number of Christians have a problem with a love of the world, and they are even taught to love the world in their prosperity-minded churches. They have to have the things of the world, but the Bible doesn't call that “prosperity.” (3Jn.1:2) Beloved, I pray that in all things thou mayest prosper (The Greek word there is euodoó meaning “to have a successful journey.” It's the same root for the name “Euodia” that means “successful in reaching a goal” in Philippians 4:2.) and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. That's euodoó again so it's not talking about having material riches. (Mat.6:34) Be not therefore anxious for the morrow: for the morrow will be anxious for itself. (These are the fifth and sixth mentions of “anxious” by Jesus. He said not to be anxious about our provisions, about our needs being met, because God would take care of it.) Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. Jesus is commanding us, “Don't worry about tomorrow. The Lord is going to take care of it for you. You don't have to be fearful.” He reminds us, (Luk.12:32) Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Oh, glory to God! It certainly is. Now I would like to show you what He says is important. (Luk.10:38) Now as they went on their way, he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. (39) And she had a sister called Mary, who also sat at the Lord's feet, and heard his word. (40) But Martha was cumbered about much serving; and she came up to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister did leave me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. (41) But the Lord answered and said unto her, “Martha, Martha, thou art anxious and troubled about many things: (42) but one thing is needful: for Mary hath chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her. Folks, don't be worried and anxious about how to serve God or what to do in this world. There is just one thing that is important: we need to sit at His feet and listen to Him. God's Vaccine 8 Anxiety and Fear, Part 2 As we're learning, there are some great shakings, some great judgments, coming across the world in these days, and the devil always uses things that we see and things that we hear to try to bring fear upon God's people. Whenever something happens, immediately the devil or his demons pounce and you feel the spirit of fear come over you like a blanket. Well, we're obviously meant to make war against that, so don't accept any fear as if it's just a personal weakness and allow it to stay. Remember, we spoke about the skorpizo spirits, whose job it is “to penetrate and put to flight.” They cause a person to be fearful or anxious. They cause a person to flee from the devil and, of course, then they're no threat against his kingdom. Fear is one of the devil's “big guns,” but the Bible says, (2Ti.1:7) For God gave us not a spirit of fearfulness; but of power and love and discipline. The word there translated “discipline” comes from the Greek sóphronizó and literally means “sober-mindedness; control.” If you're not walking in willful disobedience when a spirit of fear comes upon you, you know that it's not from God. It's from the devil and you shouldn't receive it or give-in to it or think about it, because if you do, it's going to conquer you. It comes for the purpose of penetrating your armor (Ephesians 6:10-17) and putting you to flight. We know the only fear that we should have is the fear of the Lord, which is the beginning of wisdom (Psalm 111:10; Proverbs 1:7,9:10; etc.) If we fear the Lord, we will depart from unrighteousness, as the Bible says (2 Timothy 2:19). Any other fear, such as the fear of man, brings a snare. God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but if you're walking in willful disobedience, you're proving that you don't fear the Lord. If you don't fear the Lord, you will have fear of the devil, which is foolishness because it is giving faith to the devil. Fear is faith, but it's negative faith; it's faith in the curse, faith in the devil, faith in failure. It's as our Lord Jesus told us, (Mat.9:29) … According to your faith be it done unto you. And that's one reason why Job said, (Job.3:25) For the thing which I fear cometh upon me, And that which I am afraid of cometh unto me. It's important for us to understand that our fears come to pass, just like our faiths do. They're opposite reactions, but both of them are faith. Saints, we are supposed to be overcomers. (Rev.21:7) He that overcometh shall inherit these things… Of course, the Lord is implying that if you don't overcome, you're not going to inherit the new heaven and new earth and all the great things that God has provided for His people (Revelation 21:1-4). There are those who don't think we have anything to overcome. They think that Jesus overcame it all, which is true, but Jesus overcame so that we could overcome. We learn to abide in Him and see those works manifest. The Bible says, (Jas.2:17) Even so faith, if it have not works, is dead in itself. Overcomers are sons of God and they will inherit the Kingdom. (Rev.21:7) He that overcometh shall inherit these things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son. Now the next verse puts “fear” and “unbelief” together, because if you are fearful, then you are unbelieving, and if you are unbelieving, then you will be fearful. Notice “He that overcometh,” is not an overcomer unless these things are overcome. (Rev.21:8) But for the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and fornicators, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, their part [shall be] in the lake that burneth with fire and brimstone; which is the second death. “Fearful” and “unbelieving” are grouped right in there with these really abominable sins. So fear is more than a weakness, it's a sin, and it's unbelief. The Bible calls it “an evil heart of unbelief.” (Heb.3:12) Take heed, brethren, lest haply there shall be in any one of you an evil heart of unbelief, in falling away from the living God. Fear is something we need to make war against whenever we feel its presence, whenever we have fearful thoughts. Fear can manifest in even worse ways but most of all, it causes us to run from the devil and give up the fight. It causes us to lose ground. Just as the fearful and the unbelieving are among the wicked, obviously, there's a part of every one of us that is wicked, and it's that old man that we want to overcome. (Gal.5:17) For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are contrary the one to the other; that ye may not do the things that ye would. There's a war going on in every one of us, yet we can overcome through faith in the victory that Jesus had at the Cross. (1Co.15:22) For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive. When Christ was resurrected, we were resurrected, too. We received His resurrection life. When He overcame, we also overcame. (Gal.2:20) I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I that live, but Christ living in me: and that [life] which I now live in the flesh I live in faith, [the faith] which is in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself up for me. We were crucified with Christ and the old man was put to death with Christ, but we need to hold on to our faith to see it manifested in the physical realm. The gift that has been given to us, we can overcome to receive. There's an awesome revelation I want to share with you where God calls the fearful “wicked,” which is another confirmation that we need to fight against this spirit. (Job.15:20) The wicked man travaileth with pain all his days, Even the number of years that are laid up for the oppressor. (21) A sound of terrors is in his ears; In prosperity the destroyer shall come upon him. Isn't that amazing? Some of the words we hear most these days are “terror” and “terrorist” and “terrorism”! You know, I believe we are coming to the end of the “seven years of plenty” that was prophesied by Joseph and we're coming to the beginning of the “seven years of famine” (Genesis 41). We can look around us and see that this is coming upon the prosperous. (Job.15:22) He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness… The wicked are in terror and they don't believe that they will return out of darkness, but that's not believing the Gospel. That's not believing the Good News. (Col.1:12) Giving thanks unto the Father, who made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light; (13) who delivered us out of the power of darkness, and translated us into the kingdom of the Son of his love; (14) in whom we have our redemption, the forgiveness of our sins. That's the Good News we are to believe, but the wicked don't believe and so they live in terror. (Job.15:22) He believeth not that he shall return out of darkness, And he is waited for of the sword. (23) He wandereth abroad for bread, [saying], Where is it? He knoweth that the day of darkness is ready at his hand. (24) Distress and anguish make him afraid; They prevail against him, as a king ready to the battle. The devil conquers and rules the wicked by fear. If you are ruled by fear, if you act according to your fear, then you're submitting to the devil's kingdom instead of God, because He hasn't given us a spirit of fearfulness. If you're ruled by fear, you're not ruled by God and you're in idolatry because you're having faith in the devil. (Job.15:25) Because he hath stretched out his hand against God, And behaveth himself proudly against the Almighty. Fear is part of the judgment that comes upon the wicked because they're acting against God. God turns over to the devil those who walk in sin. This is true even of the Kingdom people. Jesus said, (Mat.18:34) And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due. He had them turned over to the tormentors, but the wicked of the world are already turned over to the tormentors. They live in torment, but the righteous are believing God and they're coming out of the kingdom of darkness. The wicked do not believe God, so they live under the tormentors, which include fear and anxiety. Since they have stretched out their hand against God, He has delivered them over to this fear. We're told, (1Jn.3:21) Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, we have boldness toward God; (22) and whatsoever we ask we receive of him, because we keep his commandments and do the things that are pleasing in his sight. If we have a clear conscience, we have boldness and not fear. When God does allow fear to come upon a person who has a clear conscience, God is allowing it to come as a trial unto them, and their boldness is the very thing that will vanquish it. (Pro.28:1) The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are bold as a lion. Fear is natural and normal to the wicked. Who are the “wicked”? The wicked are those who sin. It doesn't matter whether you're a Christian or not, if you're walking in willful sin, you're wicked. You don't have boldness toward God and His benefits in that case because your conscience condemns you. You want a defense against fear in the days to come, because you're going to see and hear things that are fearful, and that's when the devil pounces upon you. That's when he tries to overcome you so that you're full of fear and are just running from him. Jesus told us, (Mat.12:30) He that is not with me is against me, and he that gathereth not with me scattereth. If we're not plundering the devil's kingdom, we are going to be running from him. Without a clear conscience, we have guilt. Demons use this to condemn you so that you have no faith toward God and His Word. When you don't know the Gospel, when you don't know that your failures and ignorances are covered by the Blood (James 4:17), you can have false guilt, which Satan can use to deliver you over to fear. As a matter of fact, that's what happened to Adam. Adam had only one commandment to obey, (Gen.2:17) … of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die. But Adam broke that commandment. (Gen.3:7) And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked… “Nakedness” here is a representation of the guilt of sin. They didn't know they were naked until they partook of the fruit “of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.” Now they were made sinners because now they knew they had broken God's law, and so guilt is the first thing they received. (Gen.3:7) And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig-leaves together, and made themselves aprons. Obviously, they were attempting to cover their guilt. Men do try to cover their guilt in various ways through self-works. As we know, (Gen.3:21) And the Lord God made for Adam and for his wife coats of skins, and clothed them. God slew animals, and without the shedding of blood, there is no covering for our sins (Hebrews 9:22). He didn't accept their self-works to alleviate their guilt. (Gen.3:8) And they heard the voice of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and the man and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God amongst the trees of the garden. Many people, including Christians, are hiding themselves because of their guilt. They don't want to face God and they don't like to read the Word because it condemns them. They don't know the great Sacrifice that the Lord has made for them to be given grace to overcome. Guilt makes them feel bad when they face themselves, when they read the Word, and so forth. (Gen.3:9) And the Lord God called unto the man, and said unto him, Where art thou? (10) And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself. Guilt brings fear. If you don't want to be overcome by fear, you need to confess your sins because, (1Jn.1:9) If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. We need to repent, confess our sins, and have faith that Jesus has given us authority over this old flesh. The real Good News is that the Lord wants to live the Christian life in us; He wants to be (Col.1:27) … Christ in you, the hope of glory. Many people are living under the bondage of guilt and there is no reason to be doing that when the real Good News is that He's already set us free. (Rom.8:2) For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus made me free from the law of sin and of death. If you have guilt, the devil can use that to conquer you with fear because then you don't have boldness towards God. You know, folks, sometimes we get so far down that we're willing to look up, and sometimes the Lord lets the devil take advantage of us until we're willing to get our eyes on Him and to have faith in what He's accomplished at the Cross. Faith that brings obedience gives us victory over fear. (Lev.26:13) I am the Lord your God, who brought you forth out of the land of Egypt… As Christians, we, too, have been delivered out of the “land of Egypt.” Spiritually speaking, “Egypt” represents the world, and we've been delivered from bondage to the world, delivered from bondage to the old man, who is the “Egyptian.” (Lev.26:13) I am the Lord your God, who brought you forth out of the land of Egypt, that ye should not be their bondmen; and I have broken the bars of your yoke, and made you go upright. This is basically the Gospel, isn't it? You've been delivered: He made you free from sin. You're no longer in bondage to the old man. (Lev.26:14) But if ye will not hearken unto me, and will not do all these commandments (Notice how many times He says the same thing over and over here.); (15) and if ye shall reject my statutes, and if your soul abhor mine ordinances, so that ye will not do all my commandments (He's making sure that we get the point.), but break my covenant; (16) I also will do this unto you: I will appoint terror over you (God delivers people who are rebellious against His Word over to fear.), even consumption and fever, that shall consume the eyes, and make the soul to pine away; and ye shall sow your seed in vain, for your enemies shall eat it. Yes, many people are constantly plundered by the devil. They're delivered over to fear because they're rebellious against His Word. They have no boldness to come against the devil and they don't understand why they're being devoured by the devourer (Malachi 3:11). (Lev.26:17) And I will set my face against you, and ye shall be smitten before your enemies: they that hate you shall rule over you; and ye shall flee when none pursueth you. This is exactly what we read earlier: (Pro.28:1) The wicked flee when no man pursueth; But the righteous are bold as a lion. So we see that God appoints terror over rebellious people, whether they are God's rebellious people or the people of the world. Terror in these days, I believe, is something that God has loosed through the devil to motivate people to run to Him, to run to repentance and faith and boldness, so that we may be delivered of these things. Fear gives control to the devil, who will bring us right back into bondage in Egypt. (Deu.28:64) And the Lord will scatter thee among all peoples, from the one end of the earth even unto the other end of the earth… A lot of people don't realize that everything that happened to Israel in the Old Testament, happens to the Church in a spiritual way. The Church was said by Peter to be just one holy nation (1 Peter 2:9), and Paul said that we were grafted into the olive tree called “all Israel” (Romans 11:17-26). We are one people, but we've been divided and scattered. The Bible talks about the shepherds that scatter the flock (Jeremiah 10:21; Ezekiel 34:6; Matthew 26:31;
Beginning a new series: 'Victorious' Adam references Paul's first letter to the Corinthians (15:57) - God gives us the victory in Jesus Christ. We need to learn how to resist and defeat the temptations that crop up in our day to day lives. Jesus went before us and gained the victory over the devil's temptations in the wilderness. He equips us to do the same!
Today's Reading: Matthew 9:1-8 Daily Lectionary: Deuteronomy 9:1-22; Matthew 11:1-19 "For which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,' or to say, ‘Rise and walk'?" (Mathew 8:5) In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. We need Jesus to be more than just a miracle worker, more than just some carnival barker who sells us snake oil medicine out of the trunk of his car, more than some magic genie who is ready to grant us three wishes in order to make our life a little better. The problem is, we don't realize that we need a Jesus who is better than all of that. "All of that" is what we want Jesus to be. And when He isn't, we get a little angry. We tend to not care all that much about the forgiveness of sins when temporal suffering and pain are at play. I can just imagine the look on the paralytic's face, on the faces of his friends who had lugged him all that way to see this miracle-man Jesus. For Jesus doesn't immediately heal him of his crooked legs and atrophied muscles. Instead, Jesus forgives the man's sins and tells him to take heart in that. My goodness! If that isn't the Theology of the Cross, I don't know what is! Jesus doesn't seem to be all that concerned about the temporal, at least not until the eternal is taken care of. We could have everything under the sun placed at our feet (health, wealth, popularity, a great future) but what is all of that when our sins are still upon us? Jesus doesn't promise us the things of temporal glory. We may very well receive those things from time to time. Then again, perhaps we won't. Maybe we won't be healed of that disease or our parents will still go through with their divorce or our boyfriend/girlfriend will still break up with us. We have no assurance of those things. The assurance that we do have is that we are forgiven. Our temporal life may be in complete disarray, but our eternal life is as sure and steadfast as a crucified Jesus and an empty tomb. And even through all of the trials and tribulations that we endure in this earthly life, the victory over them all is our victory in Jesus Christ and His Cross; for it is there that we receive the forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Almighty and merciful God, of Your bountiful goodness keep from us all things that may hurt us that we, being ready in both body and soul, may cheerfully accomplish whatever You would have us do; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Collect for the 19th Sunday after Trinity) Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Duane Bamsch
Week 2: There is an unseen spiritual reality. The spiritual reality is that believers are rich in Jesus Christ and promised victory in Jesus Christ despite their circumstances.
You Are Not Defeated | 1 Corinthians 15:57 | Bible Daily DevotionalBut thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.1 Corinthians 15:57Sometimes we feel defeated.Whether the mundane parts of daily life get to us, our day in and day out responsibilities, jobs, etc. start to weigh us down, we can always look back to this scripture.God gives us hope that we can make it through anything because the victory already belongs to us through faith in Jesus Christ.God is a God of 11th hour miracles so even when all seems lost, just keep the faith and God will come through for you.Sometimes we don't understand what is going on, but most of the time in hindsight we can see God's hand working for us and keeping us the entire time we were struggling. Prayer: God please help me to focus on you in the midst of all of my battles. Help me to know that you have already given me victory in Jesus Christ and help me to be assured that the victory is on its way. In Jesus' name, Amen.Get Christian Daily Devotionals In Your Inbox By Going To Our Site http://www.ChristianDailyDevotional.comDownload All Of Our Christian Meditations Ad Free AT https://www.Christian-Meditations.com
Many people live life in shame. Our past actions and words or what people have done or said against us can result in shame. However, the good news is, there is victory in Jesus Christ. In God, we are able to rise above shame and live a victorious life. My name is Vicky. I am a Christian Life and Business Coach for women. I help Christian women to grow and mature into Proverbs 31 kind of woman and build thriving online coaching businesses. Visit my website https://www.vickysforum.com/ and connect with me on social media @vickysforum Email: vicky@vickysforum.com YouTube channel: Vicky's Forum - Christian Life Coach for Women
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You Are Not Defeated | 1 Corinthians 15:57 | Christian Daily Devotional | Christian-Meditations.comBut thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.1 Corinthians 15:57Sometimes we feel defeated.Whether the mundane parts of daily life get to us, our day in and day out responsibilities, jobs, etc. start to weigh us down, we can always look back to this scripture.God gives us hope that we can make it through anything because the victory already belongs to us through faith in Jesus Christ.God is a God of 11th hour miracles so even when all seems lost, just keep the faith and God will come through for you.Sometimes we don't understand what is going on, but most of the time in hindsight we can see God's hand working for us and keeping us the entire time we were struggling. Prayer: God please help me to focus on you in the midst of all of my battles. Help me to know that you have already given me victory in Jesus Christ and help me to be assured that the victory is on its way. In Jesus' name, Amen.Get Christian Daily Devotionals In Your Inbox By Going To Our Site http://www.ChristianDailyDevotional.comDownload All Of Our Christian Meditations Ad Free AT https://www.Christian-Meditations.com
You Are Not Defeated | 1 Corinthians 15:57 | Christian Daily DevotionalBut thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.1 Corinthians 15:57Sometimes we feel defeated.Whether the mundane parts of daily life get to us, our day in and day out responsibilities, jobs, etc. start to weigh us down, we can always look back to this scripture.God gives us hope that we can make it through anything because the victory already belongs to us through faith in Jesus Christ.God is a God of 11th hour miracles so even when all seems lost, just keep the faith and God will come through for you.Sometimes we don't understand what is going on, but most of the time in hindsight we can see God's hand working for us and keeping us the entire time we were struggling. Prayer: God please help me to focus on you in the midst of all of my battles. Help me to know that you have already given me victory in Jesus Christ and help me to be assured that the victory is on its way. In Jesus' name, Amen.Get Christian Daily Devotionals In Your Inbox By Going To Our Site http://www.ChristianDailyDevotional.comDownload All Of Our Christian Meditations Ad Free AT https://www.Christian-Meditations.com
The Lord's Prayer -- You yourself are too weak to resist temptation from your enemies, but God upholds and strengthens you, so you can firmly resist your enemies until the complete victory in Jesus Christ.
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Your Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Bengtson podcast
Episode Summary: In this episode, my guest, Kerrie Oles and I talk about the hope we have for living the best version of your true self. Have you ever felt you were all alone in your struggle? Or that nobody else would understand or relate? Or experienced shame from something you've done or didn't do? Then you've tuned in for the right episode. Quotables from the episode: Too often we are self-conscious but don't want to be self-aware. We put on a persona like everything is fine because we fear we may not be accepted if we're not. If you have a pulse, you have a purpose. Emotional DNA is like a blueprint which leads us to a certain reaction and behavior. Inner healing is the freedom from the thoughts and behaviors that hold us back and do some heart work. Your DNA has Jesus Christ running through it. Tears are often a release of woundings and heartache. Let them flow so God can heal. Forgiveness is the key to unlock the healing in your heart. Jesus loves those who hurt us as much as He loves us. Scripture References: Luke 7:47-48 “I tell you, her sins—and they are many—have been forgiven, so she has shown me much love. But a person who is forgiven little shows only little love.” Then Jesus said to the woman, “Your sins are forgiven.” Isaiah 61:1-3 “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is upon me, for the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed.” He has sent me to tell those who mourn that the time of the Lord's favor has come, and with it, the day of God's anger against their enemies. To all who mourn in Israel, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair. In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the Lord has planted for his own glory.” Exodus 14:13-14 “But Moses told the people, ‘Don't be afraid. Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” Recommended Resources: Unlock Now: 6 Steps to Begin Inner Healing by Kerrie Oles For Real: Navigating Truths Through Trials by Kerrie Oles Revived from the Me I Used To Be by Kerrie Oles Free Download: How To Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Breaking Anxiety's Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson Breaking Anxiety's Grip Free Study Guide Free 7-Day YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety's Grip Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor's Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader's Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader's Choice Award Social Media Links for Host and Guest: To connect with Kerrie Oles: Website / Instagram For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Breaking Anxiety's Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube Guest: Kerrie Oles, and husband Phillip have two boys, and have been in ministry for 17 years. She is a conference speaker, and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to women's platforms everywhere. Her humorous approach and in-depth biblical insight is healing hearts and transforming lives as she delivers messages of encouragement, freedom, and victory in Jesus Christ. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson
Shalom family. Awesome kingdom insight into victory that may be exercised daily under the blood, grace, love, power, and will of God in terms of oneness, unity, and harmony as written and prayed by Jesus in John 17:23 (actually John 17 in its entirety). We may walk out this victory in Jesus Christ on earth as in heaven via our Helper (Holy Spirit) living within us praise God. This victory in Jesus Christ addresses the concern found in Romans 7 a battle with the sinful nature of flesh, the law of sin and death verses life in the Spirit of God (Fruit of Holy Spirit where there is no law) we see written in Romans 6, Romans 8 and Galatians 5 and in many other references throughout holy scripture all glory to Jesus! G71 - agō - Strong's Greek Lexicon (kjv) (blueletterbible.org) *impel of forces and influences on the mind :D Impel | Definition of Impel by Merriam-Webster Strong's Greek: 71. ἄγω (agó) -- to lead, bring, carry (biblehub.com) *arrest :D Under the grace and power of the blood of Jesus, submission of our free will to the headship, counsel, grace, love, and power of Holy Spirit in Jesus Christ affords us the opportunity to rest in the exercise of His power in our lives, mind, and heart. Depending on what season we are in (in our walk, race, battle), we may choose to rest in the love, grace and/or power available to us in the life and spirit of Galatians 5:18. The word "if" indicates condition, choice, and amazing consequence (a benefit awaiting us should we choose to fully surrender our free will for a greater demonstration of His love and power in our lives, our hearts, our minds allowing us even the more to put on the mind of Christ. Allowing us even the more to rest in His grace for being led by His Holy Spirit. Allowing us to rest in His power (a work of Holy Spirit) to be captivated, arrested in His grace, love, power, and will granting us the opportunity to live & walk via Holy Spirit (Jesus Christ) per the living Word of God. Praise God we see the manifestation of this arrest in Song of Solomon 4:9-16 & Luke 22:41-42 Jesus captivated by the love, power, will, and grace of Abba on earth as in heaven...oneness, unity, harmony family. Jesus surrendered His will, heart, mind, his holy & righteous flesh (his body and soul) to that of Abba (Father) as written in Luke 22:41-42. The love of Jesus Christ absolutely has the power to captivate and arrest our heart and mind all glory to Jesus! Living in Jesus Christ fully arrested in His love, power, grace, and strength affords us great peace and rest in Him... our King, Redeemer, Lord of Hosts, Husband: Jesus Christ. :D H3823 - lāḇaḇ - Strong's Hebrew Lexicon (kjv) (blueletterbible.org); Luke 22:42 "Father, if You are willing, take this cup from Me. Yet not My will, but Yours be done." (biblehub.com) Following our submission of free will unto our Head-Jesus Christ by the gift of grace we've been given in and through Jesus Christ (Lamb of God), in full agreement (persuasion) of the living word of God, Holy Spirit may impel us to move in step with Him as written in Galatians 5:16-26. Find rest in the captivating love, power, and strength of Almighty God. *impel, arrest Galatians 5:18 :D Shalom. If need be let us tell the accuser the devil, if need be let us tell the sinful nature of flesh, "in the mighty name of Jesus, we are one in Christ and we the bride of Jesus Christ overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony-Checkmate-it's a wrap, we overcome in and through Jesus Christ!" Praise Jesus, let us rejoice in the love, rest, power, grace, protection, and provision of Jesus Christ! :D Let us take this victory walk day to day, moment to moment by the grace of God! We take of Jesus, we eat of Him-the bread of life, we drink of Him-His blood & living waters, we receive of Him, with joy we draw of Him the wells of salvation praise God. Just as the flesh (sinful nature) has been crucified (past tense) Galatians 5:24 praise God; we are advised to pick up our cross daily as written; let us also by the grace and mercy given to us each day (Lamentations 3), choose daily to walk in VICTORY to live and walk by the Spirit of God as written Luke 9: 23, Galatians 5:16-18, Romans 12:1-2, Romans 13:14, 1 Corinthians 2:16, James 4:6, 1 Peter 2:9 praise God! Let us abide in His love, will, word, strength, grace, and power-making room for Jesus Christ (the Truth and Way) via our Helper (Holy Spirit) to captivate our mind, self will, soul, and spirit all glory to Jesus! Let us be in full surrender to Him as one in Him in will, mind, body, soul, and spirit-his Bride :D Walking In the Light, Truth, and Spirit of Almighty God on earth as in heaven all glory to Jesus we pray! Amen. :D (((Hugs))) Mercy, grace, love, and power of Almighty God embrace and keep each of you as you continue to rest in Jesus- living & walking by His Holy Spirit on earth as in heaven all glory to Jesus Christ! Amen :D
God grants us a life of going from victory to victory in Jesus Christ. In this Message Pastor Jack Teaches on receiving your New Breakthrough!
This is part one in the spiritual warfare series "Know your Enemy and Walk in Victory" the focus is on the origin and fall of Satan. Our principal texts are Ezekiel 28:11-19 and Isaiah 14:12-17. It is essential for followers of Jesus Christ to have a strong foundation in what the Bible teaches about the enemy of our souls and how his strategies can be defeated. Notes from this series are available upon request. Please encourage those you love to tune in and discover the truth about the enemy and how we have the victory in Jesus Christ.
Why is it important to share our story? Why is it important to listen to others as they share their story? This is the first and most important aspect to healing and finding victory in Jesus Christ. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Shalom fam! Here are the following scriptures Holy Spirit gave us this evening: 2 Corinthians 4:18 Luke 9 Luke 24:45 Ephesians 6:12 Romans 8:1-17 **VERY IMPORTANT** with regard to the process of maturation & victory in Jesus Christ on earth as in heaven Romans 8:18-23 Galatians 2:20 Galatians 5:1, 13, 16-18, 22-26 *Ephesian 4:15-16 James 1:15, 18
In this episode, Pastor Eric preaches about the perseverance of the saints. How do we persevere through hardships, temptations, and spiritual attacks? Can we do this alone? We can only find victory in Jesus Christ and His sacrifice. His position of power makes the enemies of this world powerless. Christians are privileged to have life in Him. Is He your Lord?
In this episode we learn that we should not fear the "what ifs" of the enemy, but that we should "clap back" and take our stance of VICTORY in Jesus Christ!How many good ideas have you neglected because you were afraid to step out, and you heard that nagging voice of satan telling you you were not worthy or capable of such a goal.How many projects have you shut down before they really had a chance to take off because you feared a lack of support?How many relationships have you ended prematurely because things were just too good to be true, so you ended it and left all the potential on the table?How many times have you said "NO" to God, whether verbally or with your actions because you just couldn't stretch your limits or overcome the negative thoughts in your head to do whatever He was asking you to do?How many people could God touch if you really gave Him the "yes" He's been probing your heart for?How much change could come to your family and friends and sphere of influence (whether this is a current or future sphere) if you just decided - for once - to ignore satan's lies and throw your whole self into PURPOSE?So, the next time the devil hits you with his endless list of "what ifs" to stop you from doing something... use your God-given authority and CLAP BACK!!!!What if you win?!What if it's the best thing you've ever done?!What if you get the opportunity to change lives?!What if God's Kingdom grows because of what you're working on?!What if you become an expert in your field and others grow as a result?What if satan gets defeated and can no longer claim victory in any area of your life?!Our "what ifs" are changing, and we are no longer being paralyzed by the lies of the enemy.WE. WILL. WIN!!!!Scriptures Referenced:Ecclesiastes 11:4-6John 10:10Romans 8:19Romans 10:9-10Children's Book Referenced:Johnathan James and the Whatif Monster on AmazonDon't forget to visit us at https://theJESUSbrand.online for updates!!! Also, follow on Instagram @theJesusbrandonline #thejesusbrand #thejesusbrandonline #podcast #christianpodcast #christianpodcasters #womenwhopodcast #womenpodcasters #blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #blackstories#prayer#Midweekpodcast#listen#share#podcasting
Esther Episode 6: Pastor John speaks on our victory in Jesus Christ by looking at the character of Haman, in this study of Esther 5:9 - 6:14. June 7th, 2020
Victory is something that every person desires. Every general and his army have always fought to achieve victory in battle, even against seemingly impossible odds. Victory means that you have conquered your foes and become triumphant. Every Christian must desire to become triumphant and obtain their victory in Jesus Christ and His Word.
At any point in our lives, we will face uncertainty, and the difficulty of 'not knowing`, is what can cause us to doubt, despair, falter or fear. But there is victory in Jesus Christ! God promises that HE will fight for us, and that nothing will overtake us in defeat.
January 31 Thursday The Lord Is Good And His Mercy Endures Forever My prayers for you!! Ephesians 1:15-23 NLT 'Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God's people everywhere, I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and insight so that you might grow in your knowledge of God. I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms. Now he is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else—not only in this world but also in the world to come. God has put all things under the authority of Christ and has made him head over all things for the benefit of the church. And the church is his body; it is made full and complete by Christ, who fills all things everywhere with himself.' Ephesians 3:14-21 NLT 'When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God's love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.' Psalms 136:1 The Lord Is Good... Jeremiah 29:11 The Lord Has Good Thoughts toward you... Philippians 4:13 You and I can do all things through Christ which strengthens us… Numbers 23:19. God doesn't lie.. 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your cares on Jesus… Romans 10:9-10 Salvation… Isaiah 53:5 Matthew 8:17 1 Peter 2:24 Healing… Luke 6:38 Give and it shall be given unto you… 1 Corinthians 15:57 Victory in Jesus Christ… 2 Corinthians 5:21 We are The Righteousness of God in Jesus… Luke 15:11-24 The Prodigal Son… https://the-prodigalson.com the-prodigalson@outlook.com https://my.bible.com
Southern Sense is conservative talk with Annie "The Radio Chick" Ubelis & Curtis "CS" Bennett. Informative, fun, irreverent and politically incorrect, you never know where we'll go, but you'll love the journey! Visit our website at Southern-Sense.com. LISA MORRIS is the founder and chair of the Christian Alliance for Indian Child Welfare Lisa reveals the anguishing reality of how the current reservation system played out in of her own family. After a life-changing experience, her husband, Roland, a member of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe, rejected the mantle of victimhood and blame, became personally accountable, and led their family in a new direction. The greater story is one of spiritual transformation and healing. Gain a deep understanding of the plight of Americans living throughout Indian Country, while experiencing one family's real-life journey away from decades of trauma, toward hope and victory in Jesus Christ. CAICW.org DYING IN INDIAN COUNTRY DIAMOND & SILK say "DITCH & SWITCH" http://www.DitchAndSwitchNow.com Dedication: Police Officer III Allen Lee Jacobs Greenville Police Department, SC EOW: Friday, March 18, 2016. Cause of Death: Gunfire
Wake up to Jesus Broadcast hosted by. Apostle Stocks 718-574-2244 1 John 4:4-6 (KJV) Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them. We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error.
There is an answer to our struggle with sin. There is victory in Jesus Christ. How did Jesus deal with temptation?
In his Easter message, Pastor Neil asks: since, as believers in Jesus Christ, sin no longer has power over our eternal destiny, why would we let it control our present experience? He reminds us that our victory in Jesus Christ has present implications for raised up living, right here, right now.