Scripture: Luke 4:32 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power.
Observation - Jesus spoke with great power, and with the authority of all mighty God. Wouldn't you like to hear him speak? God in his sovereignty has preserved the words of Jesus, and we can hear them today... just as they did 2000 years ago.
Application - The words of Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as recorded in scripture carry the same power as when they were spoken and recorded. The word of God is powerful, and we, by his spirit, carry the same authority of Jesus Christ when we are in alignment with his word. As believers we should consume his word, and we should utilize his word for his purposes.
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I love you Lord. Keep me this day in the center of your will. Let me walk in your authority and power through your word and your spirit. Keep me humble, and yet let me walk with your authority. Amen
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Tuesday, January 11, 2011
The Power of God
Scripture: Mark 12:24 - And Jesus answering said unto them, Do ye not therefore err, because ye know not the scriptures, neither the power of God?
Observation: How can we comprehend the power and ability of God? Consider all the stars and solar systems in the universe... created by him, spoken into existence? Consider the billions of people on this planet, he knew them all before the beginning of time. The scriptures tell us of his power and ability, it is there for us to understand.
Application: There are several other scriptures that use the same Greek word for power. They tell us that this power that Jesus spoke about is something that he gave to his disciples, and others. The scriptures also tell us that if we can believe, we can do all things in this same power. This authority is ours to use in his name, according to his will, and his purposes. His power is in the scripture, and in his spirit that lives inside those who are called by his name. Reference to this power and ability can be found in: Mark 5:30, Mark 9:30, Luke 9:1, Luke 10:19, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8
Prayer: Dear Jesus, thank you for your word. Lord, just as you opened the eyes of your disciples to the scriptures, I pray that you would open my eyes to the scripture so that I might see your Glory. I pray that I would understand the power and purpose you have ordained for my life. In Jesus Name
Observation: How can we comprehend the power and ability of God? Consider all the stars and solar systems in the universe... created by him, spoken into existence? Consider the billions of people on this planet, he knew them all before the beginning of time. The scriptures tell us of his power and ability, it is there for us to understand.
Application: There are several other scriptures that use the same Greek word for power. They tell us that this power that Jesus spoke about is something that he gave to his disciples, and others. The scriptures also tell us that if we can believe, we can do all things in this same power. This authority is ours to use in his name, according to his will, and his purposes. His power is in the scripture, and in his spirit that lives inside those who are called by his name. Reference to this power and ability can be found in: Mark 5:30, Mark 9:30, Luke 9:1, Luke 10:19, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8
Prayer: Dear Jesus, thank you for your word. Lord, just as you opened the eyes of your disciples to the scriptures, I pray that you would open my eyes to the scripture so that I might see your Glory. I pray that I would understand the power and purpose you have ordained for my life. In Jesus Name
Sunday, October 17, 2010
He Gave us Power
Scripture: Mat 10:1 And when he had called unto [him] his twelve disciples, he gave them power [against] unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.
Observation: Matthew Chapter 10 follows the Sermon on the Mount in chapters 5 - 7, and the calling of his disciples in Chapter 8 - 9. Here we see Jesus now sending his disciples out to minister. They have heard his teachings, they have seen his miracles, they have left all to follow him. Before he sends them out, he gives them power over demons and illness.
Application: Before God sends us out on missions, he gives us the power we need. In fact, all the power we need has been given to us by his death, burial, and resurrection as we yield ourselves to him. We are all called, but few choose to follow their calling. Be assured that if we choose to follow the plans God has for us, there will be power available to us to accomplish the mission.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, thank you for sacrificing your life for us. No greater love has anyone than to lay down their lives for another... and you did that for us. Let us now walk worthy of your sacrifice. Give us the power we need for the task at hand. In Jesus Name, let it be so.
Observation: Matthew Chapter 10 follows the Sermon on the Mount in chapters 5 - 7, and the calling of his disciples in Chapter 8 - 9. Here we see Jesus now sending his disciples out to minister. They have heard his teachings, they have seen his miracles, they have left all to follow him. Before he sends them out, he gives them power over demons and illness.
Application: Before God sends us out on missions, he gives us the power we need. In fact, all the power we need has been given to us by his death, burial, and resurrection as we yield ourselves to him. We are all called, but few choose to follow their calling. Be assured that if we choose to follow the plans God has for us, there will be power available to us to accomplish the mission.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, thank you for sacrificing your life for us. No greater love has anyone than to lay down their lives for another... and you did that for us. Let us now walk worthy of your sacrifice. Give us the power we need for the task at hand. In Jesus Name, let it be so.
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