Disciples (Page 27)
Focus On Your Heavenly Reward
2 Timothy 4:8 (KJV) Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. The idea of future Reward is a huge motivator for humans. We do things not only because there is an immediate reward but also because there is a “Future Reward”. You work had for a good retirement, pension, or…
Believe & Confess for Blessedness!
Romans 10:9 (KJV) That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. The Kingdom of God works by principles and understanding those principles are critical to fulfillment in life. The above scripture underscores two essential principles of the kingdom. These principles are central to salvation and continuity of blessedness in life. The first is the principle of heart beliefs. What…
God’s Vision is YOURS!
Psalm 24:1 (KJV) The earth is the Lord’s , and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. Ownership determines outcome and influence. God owns the world and all that is in it. He alone determines the outcome of things here on earth. Do not be afraid nor be dismayed by reason of how things looks today, focus on His plans for you. The good news is that it is His pleasure to share His vision for the…
Prayer is a Lifestyle
1 Thessalonians 5:17-19 (KJV) Pray without ceasing. Paul a man who understood the pain of persecution, betrayal, and suffering because of his faith in Christ writes by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit to the church at Thessalonian and implored them to apply three great keys of the Kingdom on their daily lives. 1. He said – Always Be Joyful. You see Joy is of God and a fruit of the Holy Spirit. It is more than a disposition that…
Be an Extension of God’s Mercy and Truth
Proverbs 3:3-4 (KJV) Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: [4] So shalt thou find favor and good understanding in the sight of God and man. There are defining elements of the Life of a Believer, such as Mercy and Truth. They are defining because such virtues are necessary in our daily interaction with life and people. We are called to be merciful, meaning we are to…
Christ: Our Focus
Hebrews 12:2 (KJV) Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Focus is the key to passion. It determines your attitude and defines your altitude in life. Without it Vision is lost and without it purposes are defeated. However, the object of Focus is another thing, who you look to…
Knowing the Character of God
Psalm 46:10 (KJV) Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. The psalmist was a man who understood trouble, persecution, turmoil, and difficulties. But He also was a Man who knew the Character and Nature of God. So in the midst of all his challenges, David chose to perceive and look at things from Gods perspective. The above scripture underscores two important issues in our walk with…
Praising God is Intentional
Revelation 4:11 (KJV) Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created. Awake with Praise this morning. Know that the Lord He is good and His mercies endures forever. Praise is intentional. Praise must reflect on Him and His goodness. The reason we are called to praise is because He created us and it is a good thing to praise God. Speak…
Christ: Our Way Maker
Ephesians 3:12 (KJV) In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him. Christ is our Way Maker. He not only made a way, He has empowered us to walk in that way by giving unto us the tools necessary. The above scripture underscores the importance of Faith, Boldness, and Confidence. These three cardinals of our walk are very important in walking into our inheritance through the access that has been given to us. Access is…
Believers: Speak the TRUTH in Love
Proverbs 12:22 KJV Lying lips are abomination to the Lord : but they that deal truly are his delight. Our words are not just speech or means of communication. They are central to living and by our words the innermost desires, emotions, and thoughts are expressed. They convey the truth of our nature and by them we bless or curse. It is important that we are mindful of what we say, how we say it, and why we say it.…
Love & Compassion is Intentional
1 Peter 3:8 KJV Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous….. Unto this we are called. We are His children, may we behave like Him in all things. Remember, that loving people is a Choice that must be made in response to His command. May no one have power over you to the point that he or her makes you to disobey the Lord. Be compassionate meaning that you…
Obedience: Key to Kingdom Accomplishmnet
Joshua 1:7 KJV Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest. At the core of the cross is Obedience. Obedience to the will of the Father and a full commitment to the plan of God. There is no where in the Kingdom that anyone has…