Dec 27, 2021 |
The Real Impact of Christmas
“And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.” Luke 2:10-12 (KJV)
Praise God, we have just witnessed another Christmas Day Celebration.
How should the message of Christmas affect you and me?
- It Stirs The Soul. It awakens our soul!!!
Our soul was deadened by our sin. The birth of Christ is telling us that Someone came to rescue us from the bondage of sin! - It Simulates Our Devotion. Remember the shepherds?
They were the people who saw and heard the message from the angel. After they listened to the news, they went to verify if it was true.
Understanding the message of God should simulate our devotion to Him! - It Substantiates His Love.
This is how much God loves mankind! He sent His Son on our earth.
To be one of us. ( To have fellowship with the Trinity) - It Seeks His Glory. The message of Christmas is God’s glory!.
Jesus came to the world to seek and restore God’s glory that man lost. Don’t ever forget this! - It Strengthens Our Hope.
Do we really need hope?
What kind of hope?
The hope that we can be reconciled with God.
This implies the truth that we have PEACE with God.
Let every one that meets with you know the impact of Christ.
This is the real essence.
Knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior.
It’s incredible how Real and Impactful the message of Christmas is!
First Posted 26th December 2018 by DESTINY EMPOWERMENT
Dec 24, 2021 |
It is for everyone everywhere!
“But the angel reassured them, saying, “Don’t be afraid, for I have come to bring you good news, the most joyous news the world has ever heard! And it is for everyone everywhere! For today in Bethlehem, a rescuer was born for You. He is the Lord Yahweh, the Messiah.” Luke 2:10-11 (TPT)
Yes, the Good News!!!
It is True.
That Christ came to this world to this world to redeem it.
From the moment the angels told the shepherds.
Till this very moment.
It is still liberating.
There is the power to set free.
No matter what the enemy has been doing.
The Good News is that Jesus came to die for You a sinner is real.
The message of salvation is for everyone everywhere.
Proclaim this message again today, wherever You are.
The Power of the Holy Spirit is still available.
As it came upon the obedient Mary.
It is available for You in your situation today.
Mary Simply Believed.
“Then Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; may it be done to me according to your word.” And the angel left her.” Luke 1:38(AMP)
What is the Word of the Lord to you today?
As you put Your trust in Him, it will undoubtedly come to pass.
The Festive, joyous occasion is all over the world.
Don’t be distracted by the commercialization and embellishments.
The only actual fact to know and act upon is that:
Christ Jesus came because of You.
What are you doing with Him today?
Don’t be afraid.
Fear Not.
The Rescuer was born for You.
Dec 22, 2021 |
Shout out your Praises with Joy!
“So go ahead, everyone, and shout out your praises with joy! Break out of the box and let loose with the most joyous sound of praise!
“Psalm 98:4 (TPT)
All over the world, December brings more clearly the shout of Joy and the celebration of the birth of the Kings of Kings as He is proclaimed and celebrated.
“Joy to the World” is a famous Christmas hymn with lyrics by Isaac Watts. It is one of the most published and sung Christmas hymns.
This hymn is a “Joyous” celebration of the sovereignty of God and the gift of Jesus.
“But the angel reassured them, saying, “Don’t be afraid. For I have come to bring you good news, the most Joyous news the world has ever heard! And it is for everyone everywhere!” Luke 2:10 (TPT)
Do you have this most joyous news the world has ever heard in your heart?
Are you Joyous?
Don’t get distracted by the commercialization and different embellishments man has added to the joyous fact that God sent His only begotten son to redeem humankind from their sin.
The absolute truth about Christmas is that God, in His Mercy and Love, reached out to humanity to save him from his self-destructive path by giving the complete salvation package in Christ Jesus.
To experience this pure Joy of the Redeemer coming into the world, you must accept him as your Lord and Personal Savior and completely turn away from your sin.
Surrendering your life to the Lordship of Jesus allows the inflow of Joy into your life.
For you, as a believer, let the Joy of the Lord continues to be your source of strength daily.
“Nehemiah told the people, “Enjoy your good food and wine and share some with those who didn’t have anything to bring. Don’t be sad! This is a special day for the Lord, and he will make you happy and strong.” Nehemiah 8:10 (CEV)
Share the Good news that True Joy exists only in Christ Jesus.
“…Announce a great and Joyful event that is meant for everybody worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master…… “Luke 2:10-12 (MSG)
Shout your praises to GOD, everybody!
Posted 13th December 2019 by DESTINY EMPOWERMENT
Dec 20, 2021 |
Obedience is the Key That Opened up Christmas.
“When Joseph awoke from his dream, he did all that the angel of the Lord instructed him to do. He took Mary to be his wife.”
Matthew 1:24 (TPT)
Do you know that we couldn’t celebrate Christmas without Obedience?
Through a woman’s disobedience to God’s command, sin entered into the world.
Through an obedient woman came Salvation into the world.
Without Obedience, there would be no Christmas, Christianity, or Salvation.
Christmas is the celebration of Obedience.
The most valuable virtue before God is Obedience. (1Samuel 15:22, 23)
For Christmas to take place, Jesus needed to be obedient to the Father ( John 17:18)
The angels had to be obedient to God (Luke 1:26)
Joseph and Mary had to be obedient to God by doing what they had heard from the angels. (Luke1:38)
Obedience to God will produce Salvation in your life.
To receive Grace means to receive Jesus in your heart:
In your being, precisely like Mary did.
Salvation means to receive Jesus in your heart and allow Him to abide.
Jesus will lead your life and be in control of your mind and your feelings.
You follow Him.
You love Him.
You submit to Him.
“Just as the Lord’s angel had told him to do.”
Are You doing ALL that God has told you?
Live in Obedience to Him!
First Posted 20th December 2019 by DESTINY EMPOWERMENT
https://www.empowereingyoutofulfillyourdestiny.com/
Dec 17, 2021 |
Seven Things The Lord Hates – Part 1.
“These six things doth the Lord hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.” (Proverbs 6:16-19) KJV
Did you know that God hates certain things?
The Wise King Solomon is talking about them in our verses today.
What are the things that God hates?
A proud look – PRIDE.
There are many forms of Pride.
For example, the Pride of intellect or the Pride of having power.
A form of Pride that, if it’s not understood as it should, will lead to some terrible consequences.
And then there is the Pride of patriotism.
This can lead to racism to disdain for others who are among us.
Another form of Pride is spiritual Pride.
A lying tongue.
Is the truth and only the truth on your lips?
No, You are not in a court of law, but that is not the only time you should speak the truth.
Are you known as a man of truth?
This means you don’t say only 50% true, but 100% true.
Don’t intentionally allow others to think something is true when it isn’t based on what you say.
It’s essential to be a man of truth because otherwise, you are a child of the devil and not of God.
Those are not my words.
Those are the words of Jesus from the Gospels.
Remember this:
It’s better that you suffer for the truth than the truth to suffer because of you.
Please Check out our Sunday Class School discussions on Pride.
https://sunday-class-school.com/pride/
Dec 15, 2021 |
One Thing is Needful.
“But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:42. (KJV).
Do you serve God?
What do you do to serve Him?
Many people work hard for the Lord.
They do many good things.
They sacrificed their lives for God.
Yet, many will hear the words:
Go away, I do not know you!
Why will that happen?
Many do the works.
They do not listen to the word of God.
They follow their own mind.
Martha served Jesus.
She prepared food for Him.
Jesus appreciated that.
But when she complained,
Jesus said Mary chose the part to listen to Him.
Jesus could not prevent Mary from listening.
That was better than serving.
Can you listen and serve at the same time?
There is a time for everything.
It is much more profitable to listen.
Listen and also do what you have heard.
Application to the Christian life:
Listen to the word of God.
Submit to Him.
Don’t just follow your mind.
