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Fear Not

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Do you experience fear? Well, Fear Not! ( a work in progress)

One of the most prominent exhortations or commands from God in the bible is to “Fear Not”. It appears dozens of times with various supporting messages.

Fear is an intense emotional reaction to conscious thoughts that something is likely to happen in the future and casue us significant harm, and we are alone and powerless to avoid it. There are several aspects of fear to understand: We are focused on something in the future that may or may not happen, We are assuming this future event will somehow cause us harm, We are facing it alone,  and We are paralized and helpless to avoid what ever bad thing is going to happen.

God makes it very clear that His followers are not to fear and He addresses the key aspects of fear. 

The future is not worth worrying about

He encourages us to focus on the present and not overly stress about what may or may not ever happen in the future.

“Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:34

He removes the sting from death, the ultimate risk to our earthly self 

Everyone starts off with a fear of death, this earthly life will come to an end someday. 160,000 people die each day, many without notice. God gives us the promise of eternity with Him if we believe and put our trust in His son.  Death at that point is no longer dreadful, it may not be something we look forward to, but it looses its’ eternal sting. It becomes just another essential transition on our journey; we were born into this life, born-again into a spiritual life when we accept Jesus, and we will be released into a heavenly life with Jesus when we are done with our body. 

We are not facing life alone

If we love Him with all our heart, He with join us on our journey. God is love and He promises blessings and protection for those who love Him. 

We are to trust Him with everything

We are completely and entirely dependant on Him. We can do nothing without him.  With Him, anything is possible.

We are to partner with Him in our endeavors. Acknowledge Him with thanksgiving, Humbly ask for our needs, Trust that He will provide     

We are to talk to Him, Discuss our intentions, Listen for His input, Follow where He leads. He will protect us from harm and provide what we need.

He works all things for Good

Undesired events are inevitalbe, but He works all tings for the good of those who love him. He makes lemonaid out of lemons. He helps us learn and grow through experiences.  

We do not need to fear other people.

We don’t need to fear what other people can say or do to us.

The worst they can do is kill your earthly body.  Our earthly life is temporary and we have the promise of eternity with Him in heaven,  Not a bad outcome.

When you accept Jesus and His forgiveness in your heart, Guilt, Shame and Condemnation have no place to land. 

When you deny yourself and embrace your new identity as a child of God, you become imune to verbal attack. You know that God sees you as holy and worthy.

We shift from focusing inward, to focusing on flowing love ot others

Fear turns our focus inward; What could happen to ME.  When you deny yourself and focus on Jesus, you must deflate your ego, and you change your purpose. This life is not about me, it is about Jesus working through me for others. It is not about me, my reputation, the position I hold, what i deserve, or the things I have.   

Acknowledging that God loves us, He is right here with us, He is working to help us, He works all things for our ultimate good if we love Him.

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“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10

For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.” Isaiah 41:13

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6

“It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” Deuteronomy 31:8

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4

“The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” Psalm 118:6

“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:38-39

“You shall not fear them, for it is the Lord your God who fights for you.” Deuteronomy 3:22

Fear of God is constructive. You will face your maker on judgement day. You are accountable for your intentional thoughts, words and actions. You have sinned and need a savior. He loves you so much He sent His son. You show your love for Him by complying with His commandments. You repent and recommit to Him when you suffer temptation and fall short.

“Moses said to the people, ‘Do not fear, for God has come to test you, that the fear of him may be before you, that you may not sin.’” Exodus 20:20

Fear implies concern for some form of future punishment – Risk of harm to “me”. If I have denied myself and submitted myself to Jesus, nothing can actually harm me. I am defined by His love for me, I am a child of God, an adopted son. This body is just a temporary vessel, Nothing in this life is really mine, My life is not my own, I am just the custodian of things, My role here is to shine for the kingdom, I will join Him in heaven eventually, fear of death has no power over me.   

“There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.” 1 John 4:18

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” John 14:27

“But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1

“For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, ‘Abba! Father!’” Romans 8:15

“But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled,” 1 Peter 3:14

Fear of man or fear of the future will cause problems. You are focused on yourself and what might happen to you. You will start focusing more and more inward on yourself and the risks you face. You will put up strategies to protect yourself from those who could do harm to you, you will isolate yourself and drive wedges against others.  God wants you to focus on the here and now, rather than the what ifs of the future. If you need something to happen now, ask Him and trust Him. If you see a risk in the future, pray for the right things to happen and for wisdom to navigate whatever challenges emerge and trust God to help you through whatever happens.

“The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.” Proverbs 29:25

“Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:34

“So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?’” Hebrews 13:6

“Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Luke 12:32

Dwell on the good stuff, pray with thanksgiving, and put your trust in Jesus

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. “Philippians 4:6-7

“Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.” Philippians 4:8

Stay focused on God, What He has already done for us (Put us hear, Gave us gifts, Set His Son, Nurtured us, taught us, lead us),  What he is doing for us right now (Working all things for our eventual good), and what He promises for the future (Strength, Peace, Joy, Hope and a bright future, Eternity with Him in heaven), If we put our trust in Him, we can help us set aside fear.

“When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.” Psalm 94:19

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Psalm 56:3

“In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?” Psalm 56:4

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:6-7

“And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” Matthew 10:28

“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7

“Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” Psalm 27:1

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” 2 Timothy 1:7

“I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4  

“Say to those who have an anxious heart, ‘Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you.’” Isaiah 35:4

Example Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you creating this place and putting me here. Jesus, thank you for being willing to come here and suffer and die for me. You gave your life ofr me, I hereby give my life to you. 

You suffered and died so that I can have eternal life with you in heaven. I put my trust in you and no longer fear death. 

You promise to work all things for the good of those who love you.  I put my trust in you and no longer fear the future.

You promise to do what I need, If I pray in humility and suplicaiton.  I put my trust in you to fill my needs.

You promise to never leave me or foresake me. I put my trust in you and no longer fear the present.

You promise to teach me and guide if I listen and follow. I put my trust in you to lead me.

You promise to give me strenght and uphold me. I put my trust in you to help me.

You promise to give me peace and joy when i fully embrace you and your holy spirit. I put my trust in you and invite the Holy spirit into me.

You promise to transform me, if I submit myself to you.  I put my trust in you and ask you to mold me.

You promise to perfect your love as it flows through me to others. I trust you to purge all fear as love fills me and flows out ot others.

Lord, help me replace any and all remaining fear with complete trust in you and your promises.

I speak this in Jesus name to give glory to the Father and to shine as a beacon for the kingdom. 

 

The Sword of The Spirit for Healing

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Sword Of The Spirit For Healing

Keys Scriptures For Getting Aligned and Recieving Healing:

Use These scriptures to maintain mental focus on Jesus as the way, the truth and the life.

Anytime you do not feel the kingdom emotions of peace and joy, you have an opportunity to shift your focuse back toward Jesus and make Him front and center of your thoughts.

The Truth: Jesus was in heaven from the beginning. He chose to come here in the form of a human baby, resisted temptaiton and lived a sinless life, preached and did wonders empowered by the holy spirit, sacrificed himself to the point of death, was resurrected on the thrid day as predicted in scripture, and now precides over all creation. Those who believe in Him, truly repent of thier sins and accept Him as lord of thier life, are born agian, will recieve the holy spirit, and are transformed to live a life as Jesus intende dwhen He put us here. The original image of God is restored as Jesus forms in us.

God Sent His Word And Healed Me

“He sent His word and healed them, And delivered them from their destructions.” Psalm 107:20

God’s Word Heals When I Focus On It

“My son, give attention to my words;

Incline your ear to my sayings.

Do not let them depart from your eyes;

Keep them in the midst of your heart;

For they are life to those who find them,

And health to all their flesh.” Proverbs 4:20-22

Jesus Is “The Word”

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” John 1:1

 “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14

Jesus Paid the Price With His Body… It Is Done.  I Am Healed.

“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5

“who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness—by whose stripes you were healed. 1 Peter 2:24

Jesus is The Way

“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me’”. John 14:6

Jesus is The Light.

“Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” John 8:12

“I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness.” John 12:46

Where there is light there can be no darkness. Light always overcomes darkness

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1:5

We are to walk in the light as He is in the light

               “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Matthew 5:14

Jesus has power over all things.

“For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him.” Colossians 1:16

Jesus’ name is above all names

“And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.’” Matthew 28:18

“Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth” Philippians 2:9-10

Jesus Makes Me Whole

“let it be known to you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead, by Him this man stands here before you whole. Acts 4:10

The Spirit That Raised Jesus From The Dead Gives Life To My Mortal Body.

“But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you.” Romans 8:11

Jesus works all things for good of those who love Him.

“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.” Romans 8:28

Know God’s Will

“So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” Ephesians 5:17

“For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,“ Colossians 1:9

When In doubt, Ask Him

“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” James 1:5

Pray His Will Into Place

“Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” James 5:16

“Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.

Your kingdom come. Your will be done

On earth as it is in heaven.” Matthew 6:9-13

Speak To You Mountain and It Will Move

“For assuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.” Mark 11:23

Signs Will Follow Those Who Believe – Healing

“And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; they will take up serpents; and if they drink anything deadly, it will by no means hurt them; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.”Mark 16:17-18

Believe When You Pray And It Shall Be Done

“Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.” Mark 11:24

Stay Focused Forward in Hope and Faith

            “Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things of old.” Isaiah 43:18

“…but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14

 

God wants you well

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 God Wants You Healed – NOW!

What is Gods will for you?  Does He want you healed of your afflictions? He certainly CAN can heal,  you but is it HIS Will to heal you? The answer is YES!  

One of the critical aspects of divine healing is understanding that it is God’s will for you.  If you are suffering from illness or disease, He wants you healed so you can do good works to bring glory to the kingdom. God is invisible, but He reveals Himself and His will in the written word (Bible), the life of Jesus, and through the Holy Spirit inside you.  The following are some key threads to consider in your mind.  Please work throught them and let the Holy Spirit inside you help you settle the truth into your heart so that you can act in faith and receive the full blessings He promises us.

We can and should understand God’s will.

There is no cripture that says “He works in mysterious ways” –  That common saying is a lie and a work of the devil. There is no scripture that says you can not understand God’s will.  In fact scripture says you can and should, and you are being foolish if you don’t.

“So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” (Ephesians 5:17)

“… be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,” (Colossians 1:9)

We need to change how we think in order to understand God’s will.

He thinks differently than people of the world do, He thinks with a larger purpose and an eternal mindset.

“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts. (Isaiah 55:8-9)

We can and should strive to see things from His perspective and project His intention into a situation. We need to lif ourselves form this earthly physucal mindset and look a things from God’s eternal spiritual perspective. That is how we start to understand and then execute His will. Does your current situation reflect God’s stated intentions? Does it line up with His promises? Am I experiencing curses or blessings? Am I experiencing life in abundance or is the devil stealing, killing, or destroying my life.   

“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect. (Romans 12:2)

Healing is His very nature

“I am Jehovah Rapha” –“I am the God who heals you.” (Exodus 15:26 Hebrew / NKJV)

“He heals the brokenhearted And binds up their wounds.” (Psalm 147:3)

“For by Me your days will be multiplied, And years of life will be added to you.” (Proverbs 9:11)

God made a promise to forgive us and heal us if we diligently seek Him and repent from sin

“…I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the LORD” (Jeremiah 30:17)

“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, Who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases” (Psalm 103:23 )

“But to you who fear My name the Sun of Righteousness shall arise with healing in His wings” (Malachi 4:2)

“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:14)

“He sent His word and healed them, And delivered them from their destructions.” (Psalm 107:20)

Jesus revealed God’s will:  His will is to heal all who are afflicted.

Jesus is the expressed image of God.

“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation.” (Colossians 1:15)

We know God the Father through the recorded life of His son Jesus.

“If you had known Me, you would have known My Father also; and from now on you know Him and have seen Him.” (John 14:7)

Jesus revealed God’s will, He only did the Fathers Will.

“He made known to us the mystery of His will…” (Ephesians 1:9)

“For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” (John 6:38)

Jesus demonstrated God’s will for Healing – He healed ALL who came to Him

“…God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, who went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him.” (Acts 10:38)

Jesus never left anyone ill – He healed all who came 

“When evening had come, they brought to Him many who were demon-possessed. And He cast out the spirits with a word, and healed all who were sick.” (Matthew 8:16)

“And when Jesus went out He saw a great multitude; and He was moved with compassion for them, and healed their sick.” (Matthew 14:14)

”And great multitudes followed Him, and He healed them there.” (Matthew 19:2)

“And great multitudes followed Him, and He healed them all.” (Matthew 12:15)

“Wherever He entered, into villages, cities, or the country, they laid the sick in the marketplaces, and begged Him that they might just touch the hem of His garment. And as many as touched Him were made well.” (Mark 6:56)

“When the sun was setting, all those who had any that were sick with various diseases brought them to Him; and He laid His hands on every one of them and healed them.” (Luke 4:40)

“And the whole multitude sought to touch Him, for power went out from Him and healed them all.” (Luke 6:19)

“But when the multitudes knew it, they followed Him; and He received them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and healed those who had need of healing.” (Luke 9:11)

Most were healed through acting in Faith

Then Jesus said to him, “Go your way; your faith has made you well.” And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus on the road. (Mark 10:52)

“Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace, and be healed of your affliction.” (Mark 5:33-34)

“But when Jesus heard it, He answered him, saying, “Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will be made well.” (Luke 8:50)

Jesus expects believers to use the Holy Spirit to continue this same healing activity today.

“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)

 “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father.” (John 14:12)

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.  And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much. (James 5:14-16)

God the Father and Jesus are both unchanging

“For I, the Lord, do not change” (Malachi 3:6)

Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. (James 1:17)

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Hebrews 13:8)

If Jesus is the image of God and He only did the Father’s will, and He healed all who came to Him, then His will was to heal.  If God and Jesus are unchanging, then God’s will is to heal you right Now! 

Testimonies

God’s will for healing those who diligently follow Him has been born out in my personal experience working with various folks: 

Accelerated surgery recovery, Osteoarthritis pain relieved, Torn meniscus healed, each after prayer of faith

Gall stone pain gone after prayer of faith.

Shoulder pain gone after prayer of faith.

Back healed after prayer of faith

Brain cancer gone after receiving “resurrections” as word of wisdom and then prayer of faith.

Metastasized Lung cancer in Brain healed through radiation treatment – after receiving image of “radiation exposure” as word of wisdom and then prayer of faith

Metastasized Ovarian cancer healing in progress without surgery after receiving “The Healer” as a word of wisdom and a very distinct sign of eagles which was interpreted as “Psalm 103 – Bless the lord – He heals all your diseases  – Your youth renewed like eagles”

My experience shows the opposite to be true as well.  Folks who do not chose to seak and understand Gods will to heal will continue to be victims.

Folks who selfishly stick to long held traditions and selective doctrines and/or do not diligently seek and apply God’s actual written word and act in faith will miss out on His promises of Life in abundance in this world.  

Positive Confession / Confirmation:

Heavenly father. Thank you for revealing your will for Healing though your name, through your word, and through the life of Jesus. You are Jehovah Rapha – the God who heals us.  You promise to heal us if we diligently follow you and truly repent from sins. You sent your word to Heal us, I cherish your words and seek to understand them in my mind, and hold them deep in our heart – I believe they bring health to my flesh.

Jesus is Your word made flesh. You are invisible, but Jesus is your expressed image in the flesh. He did only your will, Not His own. When we see Him, we see You; When we know Him, we Know you.  Jesus taught, did good works, cast out demons, and healed all who were afflicted. Based on Jesus life, your will is for people to find You through Jesus, repent and turn from their sins, be healed of their afflictions, and live a long life worthy of the price Jesus paid.

He came here as the Son of Man and was baptized with the Holy Spirit and power. Jesus used the Holy Spirit to heal ALL who were afflicted. He did not heal some of them, He healed all of them. He did not pray and Hope they were healed, He Healed them. He taught them about You, build faith in their hearts, cast out their demons, and healed them of their afflictions. Some were healed as a sign for unbelievers, like the man born blind from birth. Most were healed as believers acting in faith like the woman with the issue of blood who reached out and touched His garment. Either way, they were ALL healed.

Jesus never inflicted illness on anyone, He never told them to come back when they had more faith, He healed them on the spot.

You are unchanging; Your will is unchanging.   You wanted everyone healed back then, you want everyone healed now. Your will is healing, You want me healed.

It is up to me to align my will with Your will and act in faith to receive healing.

Approach to Prayer

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Are your prayers being answered?

Are your prayers being answered? If not, it might be in your approach.

Do you pray timidly as a lowly sinful servant pleading for a distant God to come and do something for you?

Or

Do you approach boldly and thankfully in the righteousness Jesus paid for, forgiven and purified by His blood, born again as a spirit filled son/daughter of God, committed to live a life worthy of the price Jesus paid, seeking to see things from His perspective, striving to become His love in action, taking hold of the authority He gave us as believers and members of the body of Christ, proclaiming His promises, and serving as an active agent to have His will be done on Earth as it already is in heaven.

This later approach has proven more effective for me and builds off of several key points

Key points and supporting scriptures:

God created Man perfect in His image and gave him eternal life in a paradise wih one rule.

“So God created man in His own image” (Genesis 1:27)

“Of every tree of the garden you may freely eat; but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall surely die.”, Genesis 2:16-17)

God formed you in your mother’s womb, giving you gifts/talents/skills and a purpose.

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you” (Jeremiah 1:5).

“For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:13).

“As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. “(1 Peter 4:10).

Because of Adam’s sin in the Garden, You were born a sinner into a fallen world, facing a death sentence from your sin, separated from God and his promises and plans for you.

“Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned” (Romans 5:12).

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 6:23)

“But your iniquities have separated you from your God; And your sins have hidden His face from you, So that He will not hear” (Isaiah 59:2).

Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection created a path for you to get out of that situation. His innocent body suffered the consequences of sin so that we don’t have to. He shed His blood as an innocent lamb, a perfect sacrifice for the sins of mankind. Following Jesus will commute your death sentence and reconnect with God the Father.

“For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood.”(Romans 3:24)

“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace” (Ephesians 1:7).

“For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.” (2 Corinthians 5:21)

“By that will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. (Hebrews 13:10)

When you choose to accept Jesus as your Lord and savior, and commit to follow His ways, You are Born Again, reconnected in harmony with the father, and adopted as a son of God, righteous and Holy in His eyes.

“…that you put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.” (Ephesians 4:24-25)

“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.””(John 14:6) 

Jesus paid the price for your sins. As you confess your sins, repent, and choose to turn from them, your sins are washed away by His blood as the innocent lamb sacrificed for all mankind. It Is a free gift of mercy so you can move forward.

“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:14)

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”(1 John 1:9)

As soon as you ask for Him, the Holy Spirit of the Lord comes and lives inside you to help you and guide you.

“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” (John 14:26) .

When you follow his ways, He is in you, He knows you, and you know Him. He is truly your father, You are truly a son, no longer just a friend or a servant. He is no longer distant, but close and personal.

‘”Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me'”.(Matthew 16:24)

“For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps.”(1 Peter 2:21)

Jesus has full authority in the heavens and on the earth. He delegated power on the earth to us to execute on his behalf. As the father sent me, now I send you.

“So Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace to you! As the Father has sent Me, I also send you’ “(John 20:21)

We are the body of Christ, His arms and legs to execute action on this earth.

“Now you are the body of Christ, and members individually”(1 Corinthians 12:27).

We are to “Put on Christ” when we get up in the morning and do our best to imitate Him; Avoid self centered fleshly pleasures; See things from His perspective; To act in positive and constructive ways as He did; to flow the Love He gives us into the lives of others.  We are to to be a bright shining light in the darkness.

“But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.”(Romans 13:14).

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33)

“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.”(Ephesians 5:1-2).

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” (Matthew 5:14) 

Fervent and effective prayer is a key ingredient, It is our prayers that bring His will into place on earth. They are not for you, they are for Him. To allow you to fulfill His purpose for you and His Kingdom.

“…The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” (James 5:16)

“Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain; and it did not rain on the land for three years and six months. And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain, and the earth produced its fruit. (James 5:17-18)

Life and death are in the power of the tongue – We need to speak things into existence and realize the promised benefits.

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
And those who love it will eat its fruit.” (Proverbs 18:21)

My prayer for each of us, and for this country:

Heavenly Father, I thank you for loving me and never giving up on me. Jesus, I thank you for all you did for me 2000 years ago, your sacrifice gave me a path to righteousness and reconnection with the Father. I have repented of my sins and I thank you for forgiving them as my Lord and savior. Lord, I thank you for releasing the Holy Spirit to me and helping to transform my mind. I am beginning to see more things from your perspective, I am caring about things I didn’t care about before, and I am shedding self-centered agendas in as they are revealed to me. I thank you for helping me understand the authority you gave me and your need for each of us to actively engage; as the father sent you, you send me.  I use that authority here and now: I rebuke all evil spirits working to harm my-self, my family, my friends, my neighbors, my community, my state, my nation, the church, and this world. I command their agendas to be exposed, their actions to fail, and their works to be destroyed; I ask this in Jesus Holy Name, the name above all powers in this world. Life and death are in the power of the tongue.  I speak the Love and Truth of Jesus to flow across this land. May each of us develop intimate personal relationships with the living God. May each of us gain eyes to see things from His perspective. May each of us develop ears to hear His word and know how to apply it in our situations. May each of us set aside our self-centered interests and find more ways to flow God’s love out to others through our actions and our lives. May each of us live lives worthy of the price Jesus paid and be a shining light in this dark world.  May each of us learn to be effective as empowered spirit filled believers. May each of us be fervent and effective in prayer to bring your will into place on this earth. May the church become a more effective force for the kingdom by setting aside doctrinal differences and focusing on the core message of personal transformation through lives of love guided by truth. May our leaders, both elected and unelected, develop a fear of God sufficient to understand they will be held accountable for their actions and every word they speak; and may they find ways to overcome the corruptions and conflicts of interest in our current systems and act in the interest of the people.  May the people repent of their ways and return to following God, and may He then heal this land as promised. I ask this in Jesus Name.

 

The Power of Positive Confession

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The Power of Positive Confession

 

I have come to appreciate the power of positive confession… It has opened up a whole new level of connection with HIM.

A very common aproach to prayer goes something like: “Jesus please do xxx for me” .  A better version goes something like “Jesus please help me do xxx”.  This is a good start but you can do even better. 

Recommended Approach: Consider the issue at hand, gather the spiritual truths you understand in your mind, grounded in belief, intentions, and conviction in your heart, and form them into strong positive statements from you mouth.

For example:

Before:  Lord, help me keep these sinful thoughts from my mind.

After: Lord, Thank you for loving me. Thank you for placing the holy spirit inside me to teach me and to guide me. Thank you for making me aware of the sinful thoughts I have had. Thank you hor helping me turn from them and follow you. Thank you for loving me and never giving up on me even when I miss the mark. I am committed to keep my mind pure so I can stay close to you and flow your love out to others with no barriers. 

This approach uses the same underlying principles prescribed to achieve salvation:

“… if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9).

The act of Speaking is powerful:

God spoke the universe into existence (Genesis 1):  He “said“..let there be light…and there was light (Genesis 1:3). 

“The power of death and life is in the tongue, and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof” (Proverbs 18:21).

Your mouth reveals what is in your heart: “For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.” (Luke 6:45)

The speaking process connects all the dots through your mind (thoughts and understanding),  your emotion (values, beliefs), your will (choosing to speak), and your mouth (converting thoughts as words into sound projected into the air around you)

I encourage you to use this approach in your daily spiritual engagement.

Example: Heavenly father: I thank you for loving me more than I can ever even imagine. Jesus: I thank you for loving me so much you were willing to suffer and die for me. I thank you for reuniting me with the father so that I can stand here humbly in innocence and righteousness. I thank you for never giving up on me no matter how far off track I got. I thank you for giving me the Holy Spirit to guide me on this journey. I thank you for continuing to help me recognize shortcoming and helping me improve. You are the vine and I am a branch; Nothing is possible without you, but through you, anything is possible. I submit myself to you and put my complete trust in you. My mind is convinced, my heart is convicted, and my flesh is complying. You are pure love.  You are in me, and I am in you. With your help, I am becoming your love in action…your arms and legs on this earth. With your continued help, I WILL be a beacon for you and make you proud. Thank you for all you have done, and continue to do, for me, my family, and all of your kingdom. AMEN.

Other examples:

Confession of Faith and Identity – Derived from Dan Mohler

Confession of Transformation

Confession of Healing – From Greg Fritz

Leave a comment,  let me know what you think and how this works foe you

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