Job 35, 36; 1 Corinthians 7,8
Scripture:
1 Corinthians 8: 9Be careful, however, that the exercise of your freedom does not become a stumbling block to the weak.
Observation:
Paul was instructing the church of Corinth to guard their lifestyle and to watch out from becoming stumbling blocks to those around them. They lived in a city where culture, art's modernization was huge, yet idol worship still continued. Christianity was the new belief in the city, as as the new faith, the church had to be wise and a witness to those around them.
Application:
There is a fine balance between doing whatever you want and being a testimony. It is so easy to cause others to stumble. A simple argument with your wife over milk in the grocery store, to watching your favorite actor in a action R-Rated film, to being pulled over in the evening for speeding, to eating at an expensive restaurant, to driving a nice car. Simple things that to you have no me have no true meaning but to others can be seen as a stumbling block. God has not called me to follow Him walking on egg shells, but He has given me the Holy Spirit to warn me when I might be offending or causing someone to stumble. Discernment is crucial to any leader. The Holy Spirit will keep me in check and guard my heart. That is why prayer and devotions are so critical in my life. I need to stay in tune with the Holy Spirit and obey when He places a check in my heart. I am not perfect, but humility and sensitivity to those around me, will take me far.
Prayer:
Lord thank You for the Holy Spirit in my life and for the blessing of not walking alone. I pray for wisdom and discernment to know Your will and Your ways. I pray for favor today and wisdom to make the right choices. Give me the ability to lead like Jesus today. Bless my team and refresh us. Holy Spirit I ask You to guide me and to help me to pick up when I'm causing others to stumble. I know I will never make everyone happy, but I pray that through You I will point many to Jesus. Bless my wife today and all her ventures. Bless my friend Josh and his family, bless my parents and family back home and watch over them. Thank You for a new day and for washing me clean through your grace and mercy.
Amen.
Quote for this Season
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Powerful Words
Job 25, Mark 13,14
Scripture:
Mark 13:10And the gospel must first be preached to all nations.
Mark 14: 35 Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible the hour might pass from him. 36"Abba, Father," he said, "everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will."
Observation:
In Mark 14:25 we read some of the most committed words ever spoken out of sacrifice, love and purpose. Jesus is preparing for the crucifixion, where He will die an horrible unjust death for all of mankind. The innocent lamb slayed for the sin's of all. The words remind me this morning of the incredible pain and torture He would go through. The fact is that my sin took Him through this! In Mark 13:10, the nations speak to me. God has called us to reach the nations and to deliver the good news to all.
Application:
I am called to the nations and I do not know how it is going to happen, but I believe God has spoken it and He will work it out. I have the passion, the vision and the gifts, I feel equipped but there is still a lot to learn and the timing is at hand, but i must still be patient and keep my heart right. I feel a new authority on me, I felt it break last week and it was birthed in my spirit. For now I step into it, it is new, like where a new pair of shoes, still a little weird, but i felt it when i preached on Sunday. I'm excited, I believe and i speak to the vision today and call it into being.
Prayer:
Father, I thank You for all You are doing in my life and for the incredible calling You have given me. I know that I am only worthy because of the incredible gift of Jesus. Without him I would have nothing. I stand before You today, humbled, but excited like a kid in a toy store. I pray today for wisdom, for favor, for clarity and for protection. Guard my heart, my tongue, my mind and my heart. Restore unto me the joy of my salvation. I thank You today for all You are doing and for all the plans You have for me. I speak to the nations, hear the word of the Lord. Father guide me today and show me the way in which to hear. Holy Spirit speak to me. I pray for restoration, elevation and multiplication in my life and my wife.
amen.
Scripture:
Mark 13:10And the gospel must first be preached to all nations.
Mark 14: 35 Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible the hour might pass from him. 36"Abba, Father," he said, "everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will."
Observation:
In Mark 14:25 we read some of the most committed words ever spoken out of sacrifice, love and purpose. Jesus is preparing for the crucifixion, where He will die an horrible unjust death for all of mankind. The innocent lamb slayed for the sin's of all. The words remind me this morning of the incredible pain and torture He would go through. The fact is that my sin took Him through this! In Mark 13:10, the nations speak to me. God has called us to reach the nations and to deliver the good news to all.
Application:
I am called to the nations and I do not know how it is going to happen, but I believe God has spoken it and He will work it out. I have the passion, the vision and the gifts, I feel equipped but there is still a lot to learn and the timing is at hand, but i must still be patient and keep my heart right. I feel a new authority on me, I felt it break last week and it was birthed in my spirit. For now I step into it, it is new, like where a new pair of shoes, still a little weird, but i felt it when i preached on Sunday. I'm excited, I believe and i speak to the vision today and call it into being.
Prayer:
Father, I thank You for all You are doing in my life and for the incredible calling You have given me. I know that I am only worthy because of the incredible gift of Jesus. Without him I would have nothing. I stand before You today, humbled, but excited like a kid in a toy store. I pray today for wisdom, for favor, for clarity and for protection. Guard my heart, my tongue, my mind and my heart. Restore unto me the joy of my salvation. I thank You today for all You are doing and for all the plans You have for me. I speak to the nations, hear the word of the Lord. Father guide me today and show me the way in which to hear. Holy Spirit speak to me. I pray for restoration, elevation and multiplication in my life and my wife.
amen.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Pray + Believe = Results
Job 23,24; Mark 11,12
Scripture:
Mark 11:24Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. 25And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins."
Observation:
Faith! Jesus tells us that if we believe, we will see what we believe come to pass! What do I see? What am I believing for? Jesus is very clear, believe and you will see, you will see mountains cast into the sea! Nothing is impossible for God, we need to believe in Who He is and what He can do.
Application:
I kicked of a new series yesterday called 'Breakthrough Generation.' I was so touched by the spirit relating to the recent rape of the student in Richmond. I was shocked at the desensitization of the students, I mean how could students just watch and take photo's and video's while a peer was being raped and beaten. Jesus declares in Mark that the world is like a sheep without a shepherd. We need a generation to rise up and be counted for God. It starts with me, i never preach something I not willing to live. I want to lead a 'Breakthrough Generation!' I know it will take faith. I see that generation before me, I hear God telling me to prophecy to them, to awake them and to lead them. I believe that God is about to do something amazing. I believe that God is about to move mighty upon me and Cindy. We are dreaming crazy dreams, but it is time! We need a breakthrough generation. I stand today, and I declare, "I believe!"
Prayer:
Father, thank You for the power of the prayer and for the open heaven You have given me. I pray today for the power of the Holy Spirit to touch my life and the lives of the youth at urgency. I bind the spirit of evil one of the youth of the valley. I thank You for the authority You have given me and i step out in it. I pray for miracles and for the revival of the Youth. I pray today for wisdom and discernment and faith. Lord break through the pain, the brokenness and stir up a revival. I thank You for every person that has been invited and I pray angels that you would bring them and do warfare on their behalf. Lord I pray for a harvest! I pray for healing and breakthrough! I pray for a touch and for a revival. Father I am ready! I'm Yours. Thank You for Your grace, mercy and patience! I love You.
amen.
Scripture:
Mark 11:24Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. 25And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins."
Observation:
Faith! Jesus tells us that if we believe, we will see what we believe come to pass! What do I see? What am I believing for? Jesus is very clear, believe and you will see, you will see mountains cast into the sea! Nothing is impossible for God, we need to believe in Who He is and what He can do.
Application:
I kicked of a new series yesterday called 'Breakthrough Generation.' I was so touched by the spirit relating to the recent rape of the student in Richmond. I was shocked at the desensitization of the students, I mean how could students just watch and take photo's and video's while a peer was being raped and beaten. Jesus declares in Mark that the world is like a sheep without a shepherd. We need a generation to rise up and be counted for God. It starts with me, i never preach something I not willing to live. I want to lead a 'Breakthrough Generation!' I know it will take faith. I see that generation before me, I hear God telling me to prophecy to them, to awake them and to lead them. I believe that God is about to do something amazing. I believe that God is about to move mighty upon me and Cindy. We are dreaming crazy dreams, but it is time! We need a breakthrough generation. I stand today, and I declare, "I believe!"
Prayer:
Father, thank You for the power of the prayer and for the open heaven You have given me. I pray today for the power of the Holy Spirit to touch my life and the lives of the youth at urgency. I bind the spirit of evil one of the youth of the valley. I thank You for the authority You have given me and i step out in it. I pray for miracles and for the revival of the Youth. I pray today for wisdom and discernment and faith. Lord break through the pain, the brokenness and stir up a revival. I thank You for every person that has been invited and I pray angels that you would bring them and do warfare on their behalf. Lord I pray for a harvest! I pray for healing and breakthrough! I pray for a touch and for a revival. Father I am ready! I'm Yours. Thank You for Your grace, mercy and patience! I love You.
amen.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Touching the Presence of God
Job 21; Mark 5,6
Scripture:
Mark 5: 30At once Jesus realized that power had gone out from him. He turned around in the crowd and asked, "Who touched my clothes?" 31"You see the people crowding against you," his disciples answered, "and yet you can ask, 'Who touched me?' "
Mark 6:56And wherever he went—into villages, towns or countryside—they placed the sick in the marketplaces. They begged him to let them touch even the edge of his cloak, and all who touched him were healed.
Observation:
This passage of faith always inspires me to dream and believe big. This woman, who was seen as an outcast, or cursed stepped in faith to receive her miracle and power flowed out of Jesus. She got his attention, she touched him in a manner of faith and this impressed him, as many were touching Him, but not with faith. Her faith resulted in a miracle. In the next chapter we see others also touching the helm of Jesus garment and receiving a miracles. They practiced what she did, she was a pioneer for many.
Application:
This passage speaks to me of intimacy and faith. I have the opportunity to touch the helm of His garment each and every day. I can come to Him in faith every day and receive a miracle. God is waiting for me to come to Him daily, so that I can receive my miracle. I believe a breakthrough is coming in my life and my home. I sensed a breakthrough in the spirit this week and though I do not fully understand or know what it is, i believe something huge is about to happen. I know my role is to hold onto the helm of His garment, in other words, my role is to stay close to the Lord to follow and to seek His presence and guidance. As I sang last night, "Thank You Lord for the Holy Ghost, His my Comforter, my Helper, on Him I can depend," so I walk this day. I need the presence of the Holy Spirit. I need the wisdom, discernment and conviction of the Holy Spirit. May I be like this woman, pressing through crowds, or distractions of life to grab onto my Jesus.
Prayer:
Father thank You for this message. Thank You for the blessing of Your presence. Thank You for the Holy Spirit in my life. Guide me today Holy Spirit. Refresh me and walk with me. Reveal to me the will of the Father and the truth's of the kingdom. I pray today for Restoration, Elevation and Multiplication. I pray for Your will to be done in my life as it is in Heaven. Bless this day, go before me and I thank You for meeting my every need. I pray that I would point others to You through my lifestyle, language and attitude. I love You Lord, bless my wife today and refresh her through Your Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Scripture:
Mark 5: 30At once Jesus realized that power had gone out from him. He turned around in the crowd and asked, "Who touched my clothes?" 31"You see the people crowding against you," his disciples answered, "and yet you can ask, 'Who touched me?' "
Mark 6:56And wherever he went—into villages, towns or countryside—they placed the sick in the marketplaces. They begged him to let them touch even the edge of his cloak, and all who touched him were healed.
Observation:
This passage of faith always inspires me to dream and believe big. This woman, who was seen as an outcast, or cursed stepped in faith to receive her miracle and power flowed out of Jesus. She got his attention, she touched him in a manner of faith and this impressed him, as many were touching Him, but not with faith. Her faith resulted in a miracle. In the next chapter we see others also touching the helm of Jesus garment and receiving a miracles. They practiced what she did, she was a pioneer for many.
Application:
This passage speaks to me of intimacy and faith. I have the opportunity to touch the helm of His garment each and every day. I can come to Him in faith every day and receive a miracle. God is waiting for me to come to Him daily, so that I can receive my miracle. I believe a breakthrough is coming in my life and my home. I sensed a breakthrough in the spirit this week and though I do not fully understand or know what it is, i believe something huge is about to happen. I know my role is to hold onto the helm of His garment, in other words, my role is to stay close to the Lord to follow and to seek His presence and guidance. As I sang last night, "Thank You Lord for the Holy Ghost, His my Comforter, my Helper, on Him I can depend," so I walk this day. I need the presence of the Holy Spirit. I need the wisdom, discernment and conviction of the Holy Spirit. May I be like this woman, pressing through crowds, or distractions of life to grab onto my Jesus.
Prayer:
Father thank You for this message. Thank You for the blessing of Your presence. Thank You for the Holy Spirit in my life. Guide me today Holy Spirit. Refresh me and walk with me. Reveal to me the will of the Father and the truth's of the kingdom. I pray today for Restoration, Elevation and Multiplication. I pray for Your will to be done in my life as it is in Heaven. Bless this day, go before me and I thank You for meeting my every need. I pray that I would point others to You through my lifestyle, language and attitude. I love You Lord, bless my wife today and refresh her through Your Holy Spirit.
Amen.
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