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The Word Of God – Part 1

The integrity of God’s word 2 Tim. 3:16-17 “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.”

Apostle Paul is telling us here that the written word of God (supposedly the Old Testament) is given by the inspiration of God. It‘s not the contrivance of any man's knowledge. It was revealed to men by God through his spirit.  

It is profitable for doctrine and instruction;

- Teaching us what to know and believe in order to          have salvation.

- Teaching us about God, Christ and ourselves.

-  It is good for reproof of error and false doctrines.

-  It is good for correction of sin and evil manners and also for instruction in righteousness, directing us on how to lead a holy and righteous life, according to the will of God.

When a man receives God’s word by faith, it is able to make him perfect and ready for good works. It is able to equip the ministers of Christ with knowledge, faith, and holiness making them fit for their work and duty as Christians and as ministers. The scripture is sufficient to lead a man to salvation. It is infallible having been inspired by God.

  

Acts 14:3 “Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands.”

When you speak the word of God with boldness, he confirms his word with signs and wonders - you encounter breakthrough.

The three Hebrew children (Shedrach, Meshack and Abednego) told King Nebuchadnezer “…our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king” (Dan. 3:17).

Indeed God delivered them from the fiery furnace. What do you think gave them the boldness to boast before King Nebuchadnezer and the princes of Babylon?

God had promised through the prophet Isaiah. “…when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.” (Is. 43:2c)

Jesus overcame the Devil by quoting the word of God to him: “But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.” (Mt. 4:4)

The Devil cannot withstand the word of God.  

The church is not demonstrating much miracles today because the children of God are not boasting in the name of the Lord their God. I encourage you child of God: Boast in his name, speak his word and celebrate your breakthrough. God bless you.

The exit of a Legend

 

We at the Anointed Messages Blog join all well meaning people in the world to bid farewell to our great patriot Nelson Mandela. He stood for peace, justice and the dignity of man. We will all miss him. 
RIP great Patriot.

Overcoming the Spirit Of Fear

Mt. 14:24-30 “But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou; bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me”.

It was the fourth watch in the night, Jesus was not in the boat. The wind was boisterous and suddenly they saw a man walking towards them on top of the water. They have not seen man walk on water before, so they thought it was a ghost. Naturally they should be afraid.

Knowing that it was Jesus, allayed their fears and increased their confidence, at least the Master has come.

Fear is an unpleasant and awful strong feeling aroused by anticipation of danger, evil, loss, pain etc. It paralyzes the needed effort to do something.

Vs. 30: ‘But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink…” Peter was afraid – this second fear was caused by Satan to stop Peter from walking on water. This is a dangerous type of fear that Christians should abhor.

Supposing Peter succeeded in walking to Jesus on water, it would have been a major breakthrough for humanity. It is probable that man should have been walking on water.

When you are about to have a breakthrough, you should watch out for diverse suggestions and oppositions. You should be careful with the voices you hear so that you do not follow the voice of the devil.

Are you ready to embark on that project – it has stayed long on the drawing board, go ahead and do it. Its time to write that book, sing that song and do that painting. Start it today. With God on your side, you’ll cross every sea that comes your way.

Remember! Never magnify a problem above your God. Victory is ahead of you.