This one will say, ‘I am the Lord’s; another will call on the name of Jacob, and another will write on his hand, ‘The Lord’s’, and name himself by thename of Israel.” Isaiah 44:5 When we are children of God, we can say, “I am the Lord’s.” WE belong to God. One of the results of the Holy Spirit being poured out upon us, we can boldly say we belong to the God. Having the Spirit in us, is God’s seal upon us. This “seal” confirms that we are the children of God. Also, we have a place in God’s kingdom. The Holy Spirit also helps us to have confidence…
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Jesus
. Since, therefore, the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the smae things that through death, he might destroy theonewho has the power of death, that is , the devil, Hebrews 2:14 Why did Jesus have to become flesh and blood in order to save us? We, believers, children of God, are flesh and blood. We are human. Jesus had to become a human in order to save us. Only a true human could qualify to rescue us from Satan and his evil and retain our relationship with God. Jesus is fully man and fully God. Jesus was theonly one capable of filling the…
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Our High Priest
Now the point and what we are saying is this; we have such a high priest, one who is seated at the right hand of the throne of the majesty in heaven, Hebrews 8:1 Do you know who our high priest is? Yes! Jesus is. After Jesus took her punishment for our sins he went to heaven. He served in the father’s presence on our behalf him and trust him with their lives. Do you know that Jesus ministry as ice priest is effective and six areas? The first area is Jesus with both priest and sacrifice. Jesus offered himself to everyone as the perfect sacrifice for our sins.…
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Our High Priest
consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those to draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them. Hebrews 7:25 Jesus is our mediator. He is the reason we can draw close to God. Jesus has taken his place of highest honor and authority with his father in heaven. He continually intercede for each of his believers according to his fathers desires, plans, and purposes. Have you ever had to intercede for someone? This is what Jesus does for us. Through Jesus ministry of intercession, we get to experience God’s love, mercy, grace, and God’s presence. He helps us in any…
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Don’t Drift Away
Therefore, we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For since the message declared by angels prove to be reliable, and every transgression or disobedient received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by the Lord, it was a test to us by those who heard, Hebrews 2:1-3 Do you struggle with hearing what is spoken to you? Can you remember what you heard? The author of Hebrews focus on this superiority of God’s son and his revelation is to stress to those who have salvation that they must…
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Discipleship
And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. 2 Timothy 2:2 Faithful men/women are to be able to teach others. The words “be able” not only applies to a person’s gifts and knowledge, but also to their character and lifestyle. Mature Christians need to take time to disciple new Christians. We need to tell them and show them the principles of God’s ways. Mature Christians need to speak biblical truths. They need to live by example. We need to follow the reasons for biblical and theological training. We are entrusted with the message…
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Some Will Depart
Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons, 1 Timothy 4:1 How sad that there will be people who will depart from their faith! The Holy Spirit revealed and warned us that this will happen in the end times. They will reject God’s truth. This will include ministers. They will be highly gifted and empowered by God. These ministers will accomplish great things and preach messages about Christ effectively. However, in the end they will depart from God. They will give into the deception and enticement of the evil spirits and false teachings.…
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The Rapture
For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the boys at the arch angel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so will always be the Lord. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Jesus is alive! One day he is coming back. This will be an exciting day! Are you looking forward to the day? Do you know about the rapture? The word rapture comes from the Latin word rapu.…
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Power of the Gospel
because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power, and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction. You know what kind of men we proved to be among you for your sake. 1 Thessalonians 1:5 The gospel is powerful. The power of the Bible comes from the Holy Spirit. The apostles that were commissioned by Christ to share the gospel. First, the apostles proclaimed “the gospel of God, and Christ, and to others. They not only were changed in the mind, but they were changed for the heart. The apostles were convinced of its truth. The Holy Spirit is accompanied by God, the…
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Chosen by God
For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 1 Thessalonians 1:4 God chose you! Say that to yourself looking in a mirror. Do you believe it? We all at one point struggle to accept that God loves us. He loves us unconditionally. Keep telling yourself that. God Loves Me. Jesus loves me until you believe it with your whole heart. God has taken the first step in renewing our relationship with him by sending his son Jesus Christ. Jesus, by paying the price of our sins, bridged the gap between God and us. Paul describes God’s chosen people by those who have accepted his invitation of forgiveness…