Come and Stand on His Word!

When things get tough, we must turn to the one who loves us and stand on His word. He has given us many promises in the Bible, so that we may be equipped to withstand the toughest of trials. His promises are true. They have stood the test of time and will continue to do so. His words are eternal. 1 Corinthians 1:9 NKJV “God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.”

When you say that you want this or that, you must back it up by His word. You must find the passage in the Bible that says you can have it – and stand on it! Speak it out and believe it! Trust with all your heart that you will have it. God wants to bless you with his promises, and all you need to do is ask. As long as we are asking according to His will then He will surely deliver. 1 John 5:14 NKJV "Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us."

On this journey, there will come a point in time where you must stand and fight for what you want. It is not a journey for the faint-hearted, that’s for sure. You must gather all your confidence and start believing for what you want. It is all there for you to enjoy! The possibilities are endless!

We must remember though, that it is with great endurance that one must follow this path. It takes great courage to take a stand at times, especially when there appears to be many things against you. You must remember that these are all lies by the devil, and that the word of God is the truth.

The word of God is alive! It has power to achieve miracles. When you stand on God’s word, all the while having the faith in its accomplishment, this is when the true miracles begin! Isaiah 55:10-11 NKJV “For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, And do not return there, But water the earth, And make it bring forth and bud, That it may give seed to the sower And bread to the eater, So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, But it shall accomplish what I please, And it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it.”

As long as we understand that God’s word is truth, and that it has the power to accomplish God’s will for us, then all we need do then is to have the faith that all is being taken care of by our King. Just leave the details to Him. He will guide and instruct you around any obstacles and will lead you on to greater heights! Hebrews 4:12 NKJV “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” Let the journey begin!

PS Matthew 4:4 NKJV “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.’” Amen.

All glory for these words, as always, goes to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

A Life of Miracles

The wonderful thing about life in God’s Kingdom is that you will be witness to many miraculous occurrences all around you. Your life will never be the same as it was prior to you coming into the Kingdom! The Kingdom of Heaven can be experienced on Earth! Why wait until you get there when you can have it all here! Matthew 6:10 NKJV “Your Kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

One of the things to remember is to always seek the Lord God Almighty in everything you do. This will put God in charge and bring your will into line with His perfect will. Matthew 6:33 NKJV “But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”

One of the best ways to serve the King is to claim what’s rightfully yours! The Lord wants us all to receive everything that He has planned for us for our lives! He wants you to be fulfilled. He wants you to prosper. He is a God who delights in our prosperity! Psalm 35:27 NKJV “Let the LORD be magnified, who has pleasure in the prosperity of His servant.”

It is our birthright to receive these blessings, and it is our responsibility to make sure the devil doesn’t steal them from us. He would like nothing more than for you to miss out on your inheritance. 1 Peter 5:8 NKJV “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.”

When we come to realise who we are in Christ, we will certainly find out the true meaning of what it is to be blessed. He will show us the way to a life of success, with one miracle after another! He will literally turn your life around and give you a destiny greater than you could ever imagine! He knows the plans He has for us. He can see what is required for every piece of the puzzle to fit together in order to create the complete picture. Jeremiah 29:11 “I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disaster, plans to bring about the future you hope for.”

The tapestry of life is such that it confounds even the wisest among us. Although there is much mystery surrounding life here on Earth, the one thing we can be sure of is God’s love for us. He will love us, protect us, guide us and heal us. We can be sure of this because He sent His precious Son Jesus here to walk amongst the people and humble Himself in order that man could experience the glory of God. He sent his only Son to die for us in our place, so that we could receive our Salvation. Our sins have all been forgotten – He will remember them no more! Jeremiah 31:34 “For I will forgive their iniquity, and their sin I will remember no more.” What a gift to us.

He has given us His mercy, and allowed us the freedom to live, with the promise of life everlasting. John 3:16 NKJV “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”

PS Psalm 100:5 NKJV “For the LORD is good; His mercy is everlasting, And His truth endures to all generations.” Amen.

All glory for these words, as always, goes to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

For We Walk By Faith and Not By Sight

For it is by sight, that we lose connection with all things good! Our faith is what connects us to the impossible. Our faith is what helps us to transcend difficulties. Our faith brings us into line with God’s will. For when we walk by faith in God, and in all of His many promises in the Bible, we can be assured of success in this life! 2 Corinthians 5:7 NKJV “For we walk by faith, not by sight.

Our faith helps us to breathe easier during times of trouble. It is by faith that we can conquer the evil in our lives. Having faith means that we cannot give in to fear. Fear cannot exist when we stand firm in our faith. God did not give us a spirit of fear, no! He has given us the gift of faith. 2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

The devil will try and rob you of your blessings. He is happy when you are not walking in faith. We must be strong and of good courage, and stand against the devil in order that we may receive all of our inheritance. We must resist the devil. James 4:7 NKJV “Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”

Our muscles grow over time, with use and by exercising them. When we put our faith in Jesus, we can expect to see results. He promises us that if we have faith as a mustard seed, we can accomplish great and amazing things! It is written Luke 17:6 NKJV “If you have faith as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be pulled up by the roots and be planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you.”

God says that we cannot please Him without faith. He wants us to believe in Him, in order that we may receive our blessings. Hebrews 11:6 NKJV “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.”

Faith comes to those who practice it. Our faith is increased when we stand on God’s word. The more we use it the more we will see those things that we have hoped for and dreamed of, coming to fruition. It’s easy then to have faith, once we see God’s promises all unfolding in our lives.

It is through having faith in God that we are able to rise above challenges. The more we read God’s word, the more we learn about who we are in Christ. Just knowing who we are to Jesus, strengthens us, enabling us to stand up to whatever lies ahead.

A life with Jesus is a life of miracles. He died on the cross so that we could live a full life, rich with blessings and abundance, and free of all the curses that sin brings. He died so that we can be whole and complete, and lacking in nothing.

He died so that we could have eternal life. 1 John 5:11-12 “And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life.”

PS Hebrews 12:1-2 NKJV “ Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 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 has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Amen.

All glory for these words, as always, goes to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

Walk With Me

When we try to solve all of life’s issues on our own, or shall we say, by our own power, we can run into many a difficulty. It is only when we call on the Lord Jesus Christ for help that we are able to overcome much. It is by His stripes we are healed, (Is 53:5), and it is by His blood that we are saved! 1 John 1:7 NKJV “But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.”

It is written Mark 8:34 NKJV “Whoever desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.” Following Jesus means that you must deny yourself much of what the world has on offer. It means resisting much temptation, and living a life that is free of selfish desires. When we live to serve Jesus, the things that perhaps were important to us before, lose their significance, and are replaced with the heartfelt desire to please the Lord.

There is much satisfaction for those who walk this path. The love that you will share with Jesus is like nothing you could experience on this Earth! He comforts the lonely, and heals the sick. He is your friend and your confidante, and will always be there for you. He will never forsake you. Hebrews 13:5 NKJV ‘For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

When we walk with Jesus, much of what we aim to accomplish, will be accomplished by Him. He will lead you along the right paths, in order that you will succeed. Psalm 23:3 “He gives me new strength, He guides me in the right paths, as he has promised.” He will make the way smooth for you, and iron out any bumps along the way! He will soften any blows you may receive from the enemy, and will make everything turn out for the betterment of you and your family. Romans 8:28 NKJV “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.”

Jesus has many plans for you in your life. He will set you free from the restraints that have held you back before you came to know and love Him. He will see to it that all your needs are met, and then some! Philippians 4:19 NKJV “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” His riches in glory! Do you know what that means? He has an unlimited supply, and He has them all up there in His great big storehouse in the sky! Hallelujah!

There is one final thing. When you walk with Jesus, you must trust in Him wholly and completely. You must have the faith that He is indeed there looking after you, and that whatever happens, He can and will sort it out for you. You must have faith that, for Him, anything and everything is possible! Matthew 19:26 NKJV “With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Amen.

PS The Bible is God’s word and God’s word is truth. All of His promises He has given to you in the Bible are exactly that – promises, and He never breaks His promises! 2 Corinthians 1:20 NKJV “For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.” Praise God!

All glory for these words, as always, goes to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

The Joy of Your Salvation

Salvation comes about as a result of your acceptance of Jesus Christ into your heart and the understanding and acknowledgement that He did indeed die on that cross at Calvary for your sins. The truth is that when we believe this with all our hearts, our lives take on new meaning. Our days begin to fill with joy. When we come to fully understand what this means for us, and the implications of this truth, our lives begin to be filled with purpose. We begin to live with purpose. We begin to live for Him. Galatians 2:20 NKJV “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”

When one truly understands this, and takes this message into their hearts, a new life will commence! A new beginning on a completely new road! It will be the beginning of enlightenment to the truth, shining the way forward for you. Psalm 119:105 NKJV “Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path.”

New knowledge and a completely new direction are all part of this journey. Living successfully and receiving guidance along the way are among the many benefits of your new life. Your problems will be ironed out, and your paths will be made smooth. Your steps will be directed by the Lord. Isaiah 26:7 "LORD, you make the path smooth for good people; the road they travel is level.”

With your newfound knowledge and skills in dealing with life’s many challenges, you will be equipped to handle anything. You will be able to rise above your circumstances, and be largely unaffected by those around you who are caught up in the ways of this world.

Your focus will be on Jesus and on His Word. You will, in time, become one with His will for you, and you will grow in ways that will astound both you and those around you. Those who are closest to you will not be able to comprehend the changes in you at first. They will be amazed at the new you, and your new life, and will come to the conclusion that it’s all as a result of your new life with Jesus at the helm. Isaiah 61:6-7 “And you will be known as the priests of the LORD, The servants of our God. You will enjoy the wealth of the nations And be proud that it is yours. Your shame and disgrace are ended. You will live in your own land, And your wealth will be doubled; Your joy will last for ever.”

You will become a blessing to others, and God will bless you too! By being a blessing to others, God’s holy name will be glorified, and people will see God’s love shining through you. Many lives can and will be touched in this way, and God will reward you for being His faithful servant. Matthew 25:23 NKJV “Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.” Amen.

PS Revelations 21:4-7 NKJV “And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away’. Then He who sat on the throne said, ‘Behold, I make all things new.’ And He said to me, ‘Write, for these words are true and faithful’. And He said to me, ‘It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. I will give of the fountain of the water of life freely to him who thirsts. He who overcomes shall inherit all things, and I will be his God and he shall be My son.”

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.

All glory for these words, as always, goes to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Warning against Pagan Influences

Good News Bible

2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Warning against Pagan Influences

14 “Do not try to work together as equals

with unbelievers, for it cannot be done.

How can light and darkness live together?

15 How can Christ and the Devil agree?

What does a believer have in common with

an unbeliever?

16 How can God’s temple come to terms

with pagan idols? For we are the temple of

living God! As God himself has said, ‘I will

make my home with my people and live

among them; I will be their God, and they

shall be my people.’

17 And so the Lord says, ‘You must leave

them and separate yourselves from them.

Have nothing to do with what is unclean,

and I will accept you.

18 I will be your father, and you shall be

my sons and daughters, says the Lord

Almighty.’” 

                     

Renewed in the Spirit!

There comes a time in everyone’s life where one is able to adjust their ways in order to fulfil the laws and commands of the Kingdom, thus coming to know and enjoy the freedom that Kingdom living brings. Isaiah 40:31 “But those who trust in the LORD for help will find their strength renewed; They will rise on wings like eagles; they will run and not get weary; they will walk and not grow weak.”

Replenishment comes to those who wait on the Lord. They will find themselves rescued from all frailties associated with the flesh, and be rejuvenated from head to toe, shoulder to shoulder, and front to back! This is Kingdom living. This is your reward for being a good servant.

For those who are brave enough to search through all the rubble, will find themselves reaching great heights of ecstasy, available only to those who have waited, who have trusted, and who have denied themselves much in the way of earthly pleasures in order to please their King. It comes to those who have been obedient to God’s laws and commands – it comes to those with a faithful heart.

Those who dedicate their lives in all its fullness to serving the Lord God Almighty will come to enjoy many rewards that simply are not available to the average person. Much will be asked of you on this journey, but by endurance and patience, and by the grace of God, you will experience much freedom and joy, and a release from many of the restrains that initially held you back in the beginning. Luke 12:48 “Much is required from the person to whom much is given, much more is required from the person to whom much more is given.”

While we are waiting for these things to manifest in our lives, it helps to know and understand that the ways of the Kingdom bring much peace and sustaining power to us. The joy of the Lord really is our strength! (Neh 8:10). We are strong and mighty by the power of God! We can do all things in Christ who strengthens us. (Phil 4:13). He strengthens us individually and also corporately within the Body of Christ. As a Nation of followers, we are being redeemed in His sight. Revelation 5:9-10 NKJV ‘And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll, And to open its seals; For you were slain, And have redeemed us to God by Your blood Out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation, And have made us kings and priests to our God; And we shall reign on the earth.” His followers will live, rule and reign on the Earth. He is making us priests and Kings. He is raising up the Saints.

2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 NKJV “We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other, so that we ourselves boast of you among the churches of God for your patience and faith in all your persecutions and tribulations that you endure, which is manifest evidence of the righteous judgement of God, that you may be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you also suffer; since it is a righteous thing with God to repay with tribulation those who trouble you, and to give you who are troubled rest with us when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with His mighty angels, in flaming fire taking vengeance on those who do not know God, and on those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. These shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of His power, when He comes, in that Day, to be glorified in His saints and to be admired among all those who believe, because our testimony among you was believed. Therefore we also pray, always for you that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfill all the good pleasure of His goodness and the work of faith with power, that the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and you in Him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.” Amen.

PS 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 NKJV “Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and our God and Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting consolation and good hope by grace, comfort your hearts and establish you in every good word and work.” Amen.

All glory as always to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit for these words today. Amen.

Stand On The Word!

There are times in our daily lives, where we are confronted with many decisions. This way or that – do I choose this way or the other. This can be quite unsettling when one considers just how many options we have every minute! When these times come upon us, what we really need to do is become still and ask the Lord what He would have us do. This way, any further steps we take will be directed by the Lord. It is written Psalm 46:10 NKJV “Be still, and know that I am God.”

There are many options available to us in these very busy lives we live. One has to be certain that they are choosing the most beneficial choices in line with what God’s Will is for us. If in doubt, always reach for the Bible. The Bible tells us what it is we need to do in all the very many and sometimes troubling situations around us. When we do this, we can be sure to attain the information we need in order to move forward in safety, abiding under the shadow of the Almighty. It is written Psalm 91:1 KJV “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”

God wants to prosper you. He wants you to be used to your full potential. He wants you to receive your blessings in full so that you can be a blessing to others. It is written 2 Corinthians 9:10-11 TNIV “Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.”

Satan on the other hand, knows what you are capable of. You are mighty and powerful in the Kingdom of God, and he will do anything to try to prevent you from claiming what is rightfully yours. You must take a stand and claim your inheritance in the Lord. As precious children of God, your rights are many! It is written Psalm 37:28-29 NKJV “For the LORD loves justice, And does not forsake His saints; They are preserved forever, But the descendants of the wicked shall be cut off. The righteous shall inherit the land, And dwell in it forever.”

The Word is a rich and powerful resource for us to use and apply to our daily lives accordingly. When we obey God’s commands, and live in line with what His Word says, we are like trees planted near a stream, with our roots drinking in nourishment for us to grow and prosper, even in times of hardship and drought. It is written Psalm 1:3 TNIV “They are like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither – whatever they do prospers.”

The fruit is plentiful for those who believe and live God’s Word. When we yield to the Will of God in our lives, and live in accordance with what the Bible says, we will grow and prosper in His Kingdom, bearing much fruit to the glory of His Majesty. In fact, the Bible says we shall know them by their fruit. It is written Matthew 7:17-20 NKJV “Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Therefore by their fruits you will know them.” Amen.

All glory as always goes to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit whom I believe have inspired me with these words herein.

PS While we wait before the Lord for deliverance and for His promises to become a reality in our lives, we must wait with patience, hope, and endurance and with trust and faith in our hearts, and the Lord will make our righteousness shine like the midday sun! It is written Psalm 37:5-6 TNIV “Commit your way to the LORD; trust in him and he will do this: He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun.” Praise God and Hallelujah to the King! Amen!

An Invitation

IT IS WRITTEN

- CHOOSE -

- THE LIGHT OR DARKNESS -

- COME OUT INTO THE TRUTH -

- LIFE AS A CHRISTIAN BRINGS -

- FOR JESUS IS THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE -

YOU HAVE NOT, BECAUSE YOU ASK NOT

YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER IS WAITING

TO HEAR YOUR REQUESTS AND IT IS

PLEASING TO HIM TO HEAR FROM YOU

MATTHEW 6:8-9

 "YOUR FATHER ALREADY KNOWS

WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU ASK HIM.

THIS IS HOW YOU SHOULD PRAY:

"OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN;

MAY YOUR HOLY NAME BE HONOURED;

MAY YOUR KINGDOM COME;

MAY YOUR WILL BE DONE

 ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN.

GIVE US TODAY THE FOOD WE NEED.

FORGIVE US THE WRONGS WE HAVE DONE,

AS WE FORGIVE THE WRONGS

THAT OTHERS HAVE DONE TO US.

DO NOT BRING US TO HARD TESTING.

BUT KEEP US SAFE FROM THE EVIL ONE."

AMEN!

"SEEK ME, AND YE SHALL FIND ME,

KNOCK AND MY DOOR SHALL BE OPENED TO YOU."

REV 3:20

The Fruit of Thy Lips

Speak forth thy Holy Word and you will find yourself eating from thy table of goodness and abundance. I the Lord have spoken! It is essential on this walk to claim your inheritance and have all your desires fulfilled! It is essential because you are My children and this is what I desire for you. I have only one wish for my children and that is that they receive all that is rightfully theirs! Psalm 128:1-2 “Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in obedience to him. You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours.” This is my promise to you.

For those who undeniably walk the walk, and talk the talk, they will have a plenitude of blessings come their way. There is much to be had for those who live to serve in the Kingdom. I will see to it that those who put their trust in Me bear much fruit. They will grow and prosper, not only in their spiritual life but in the area of wealth as well. Jeremiah 17:7-8 “But I will bless the person who puts his trust in Me. He is like a tree growing near a stream and sending out roots to the water. It is not afraid when hot weather comes, because its leaves stay green; it has no worries when there is no rain; it keeps on bearing fruit.”

Even when the circumstances around you may say that there is lack, lack and more lack, you will experience a different story! You will have all your needs met and your will receive some extra benefits and blessings along the way! People will look at you and marvel, ‘How is this so?’ You will be able to tell them that your God is taking care of you. Psalm 23:5-6 “You prepare a banquet for me, where all my enemies can see me; you welcome me as an honoured guest and fill my cup to the brim. I know that your goodness and love will be with me all my life; and your house will be my home as long as I live.”

So, in order to walk the walk, and talk the talk, one must be very careful what they say. It is imperative that you remember to always speak the words that you wish to experience, rather than saying it like it is. The facts may appear to you as though there is no hope in a situation. But My power is great unto you! You can have everything you desire.

Fools rush in where angels fear to tread! Be ever so careful and guard your words closely, for they are the path to either life or destruction! Proverbs 18:21 NKJV “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.”

When one considers the multitude of opportunities available to those who commit their lives into My hands, one can then begin to see and experience the miraculous life that can be had. Use the Scripture to create that life. Speak into your situations and desires. That is why it has been given to you; to provide for you the means necessary that you may fulfil your destinies. Psalm 35:27-28 NKJV “Let them shout for joy and be glad, who favor my righteous cause; And let them say continually, ‘Let the LORD be magnified, Who has pleasure in the properity of His servant.’ And my tongue shall speak of Your righteousness And of Your praise all the day long.” Amen.

PS From the time you wake up until the time you retire, let praise and thanksgiving be the song in thy heart and the fruit of thy lips. Psalm 112:1-3 NKJV “PRAISE the LORD! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, Who delights greatly in His commandments. His descendants will be mighty on earth; The generation of the upright will be blessed. Wealth and riches will be in his house, And his righteousness endures forever.” Amen.

All glory goes to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, whom I believe as always, have gifted me with these words today. Amen.