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Grace Pillars
We need to hear God talking grace to each of us today. Read and study today's word, see for yourself where you can attain more of His grace and power.
"To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, and to make all see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things through Jesus Christ..." Ephesians 3:8-9
Grace Enables
There is nothing in eternity more enabling than the grace of God. It is His grace that He has poured out on us that enables us to be all that He has called us to be. Without His grace we are left with only our striving and hopeless effort to attain what only He can give us. When we realize our weakness, humble ourselves before Him and ask for His grace to help us, He will overflow our souls with the goodness of His grace.
His grace bridges the gap that lies between what we know we need to be and actually being who we are in Him. The grace of God is the bridge that enables us to cross over into our promised lands. All the striving of the mind, the strategizing and wearisome effort of the soul will not take us anywhere. Only our dependence on His grace will bring us safely into our full inheritance in Him. When we call on His grace He will fill us and enable us to be His special peculiar people (see 1 Peter 2:9).
Fatherly Compassionate Grace
"Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord." 2 Timothy 1:2
As a father cares for his child, so our Father in Heaven cares for us. As we reflect the Father's heart, we will have that same care and love for those who surround us. When we take ownership of the family of God there is another measure of grace that is released in our hearts to nurture and help others to be who they are in Christ.
Compassionate love will flow from us as we begin to carry one another before the throne. It is in this place that His grace and love are realized in our hearts. The Father loves His family. We will also love the portion of His family He has given to us as we receive His grace to bring that love and care.
Speech Seasoned With Grace
"Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one." Colossians 4:6
Our speech should be graced with God's Spirit. When we allow the Spirit to grace us in this way, hearts can open up to the Lord. God desires us to make the most of every opportunity. We are to speak as the oracles of God. What a high honor and responsibility. Therefore, we should ask the Lord to fill us with His grace so we are able to represent Him well in our speech.
"If anyone speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God. If anyone ministers, let him do it as with the ability which God supplies, that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen." 1 Peter 4:11
Grace Loves Mercy, Forgives and Covers
"Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Hebrews 4:16
A heart full of grace is quick to forgive, slow to anger and will not harbor bitterness. Anger and rage have no room in the heart where God's grace rules (see James 1:19). The one who will not forgive is bound in spiritual chains of darkness and will be blinded to the truth until the grace of God is received to forgive.
A grace-filled heart covers others. It will not boast in being better than another, but instead will cover another when fault is found. Just as Shem and Japheth covered Noah, so we are to cover one another in the grace of God, knowing the nature of God is to cover (see Genesis 9:23).
Jesus came so that His Blood may cover our sins. His grace and mercy overflow to us so that we may be all that He has created us to be. He is determined to help us find our way into His perfect plan for us. His grace has made it possible for us to see our destinies fulfilled. We will always be in need of covering. The Lord knows this and has provided the way for us to come boldly to His throne in time of need.
Grace Gives
"For I bear witness that according to their ability, yes, and beyond their ability, they were freely willing, imploring us with much urgency that we would receive the gift and the fellowship of the ministering to the saints...But as you abound in everything - in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all diligence, and in your love for us - see that you abound in this grace also." 2 Corinthians 8:3-7
For God so loved the world He gave His only son... The nature of God is to give. Those who walk in His grace have a giving heart. His people know that there is abundant supply and the Father will always provide. Giving is a grace from God. Receiving is also a grace from God. Because God gives gifts and there must be someone to receive them. They cannot be worked for. His gifts are freely given. Giving is an action of the heart. It is putting works to our faith. Giving brings completion to what we believe. It is the finishing touch that touches God and others.
Jesus said we can make friends with worldly riches (see Luke 16:9). That means that money given can cause positive Kingdom results, opening doors in people's hearts to receive the Lord. Ask the Lord to give you a giving heart that touches Him and others. Be the conduit of His grace and live a life of love in His everlasting Kingdom.
"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." John 3:16
Jesus was filled with grace and truth. We want to walk in grace and truth as well. When we are able to present the truth in love with grace, we will begin to mirror His image in our lives.
"The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth." John 1:14
In His Overwhelming Love,
John Belt
Live In His Presence Ministries
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February 3, 2009
Intentional on God
We must be intentional, purposeful, with intent - about the things of God. "... Our foundation must be steadfast on the solid Rock and Chief Cornerstone, and when that is secure, we will act and not react when shifting circumstances occur in our lives..."
Read this word by Cindy McGill, and be encouraged as you hear, again, God's voice.
Cindy McGill: "We Must Be Intentional About the Things of God"
There seems to be some things God is directing us to pay close attention to. As times and seasons shift, we have a tendency to be anxious in our efforts to find clear direction. There are many things that would capture our attention and take us off on rabbit trails, going down paths that seem good, but we lose sight of the real focus which is Jesus. Our foundation must be steadfast on the solid Rock and Chief Cornerstone, and when that is secure, we will act and not react when shifting circumstances occur in our lives.
"This is what the Almighty LORD says: I am going to lay a rock in Zion, a rock that has been tested, a precious cornerstone, a solid foundation. Whoever believes [in Him] will not worry." Isaiah 28:16
We Must Be Intentional About Our Love
Many things are revealed to us when our focus on Him is first. Things become very clear and defined. When we submit to God, we can then resist the devil and he will run away from us (see James 4:7). The plans of the devil will not work out when our lives are submitted to God who is love and we are clearly handed the victory.
Secondly, we are to be intentional about our love for each other. When we purpose to love each other, it reflects the love of God to a world who is watching. It is the very DNA of the Kingdom of God.
We Must Be Intentional About Our Walk
Galatians 5:16 tells us that if we walk in the Spirit, we won't carry out the desire of the flesh. When things come up in our lives, we can learn to get God's view on the situation. We can ask God what He thinks and what His plan is for the very thing we are dealing with. We learn to live by the Spirit and not by the things we see. A focused, determined walk will give us open doors, increased anointing, favor, clear direction and make us visible lights in a dark world.
We Must Be Intentional About Our Prayers
Second Chronicles 16:9 says, "For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His."
The authority Jesus gave us, when used in prayer, is unmatched in its transformational power. Spoken, declarative, faith-filled words have creative power. Power to heal, deliver, resurrect, loose, bind, create, prophesy and provide avenues for God's will to be done here on earth like in Heaven. Glory and heavenly manifestations accompany such prayers.
We Must Be Intentional About Our Unity
"So then, those who had received His word were baptized; and that day there were added about three thousand souls. They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone kept feeling a sense of awe; and many wonders and signs were taking place through the apostles.
"And all those who had believed were together and had all things in common; and they began selling their property and possessions and were sharing them with all, as anyone might have need. Day by day continuing with one mind in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they were taking their meals together with gladness and sincerity of heart, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord was adding to their number day by day those who were being saved." Acts 2:41-47
It is refreshing when we can all live together in unity of heart and spirit. When we can let down the walls, drop offenses, and choose a heart of gladness and simplicity. The whole atmosphere changes when tensions cease and we choose to love each other. The fact is, none of us know it all. Only God knows it all, and when we humble ourselves and come together in unity, it creates an atmosphere where God will command His blessing (see Psalm 133).
We Must Be Intentional About Our Worship
When we worship God with all of our hearts, it is revolutionary. Divine exchanges take place and our hearts are softened and healed. Anger, bitterness, hurt, depression and the like have to leave when we are in a place of true worship. Deep calls unto deep and our spirits connect with the Holy Spirit. We discover more clearly what we are designed for and our love for Him increases as He pours His love back on us.
Worship is essential for growth in God and our spiritual walk. To the degree we fully abandon ourselves to worship God, we find true freedom from all kinds of heaviness and bondages that try and keep us imprisoned. Someone once said, "We become like the thing we worship." Let's worship God and become like Him.
We Must Be Intentional To Live in the Peace of God
"Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
These may be uncertain times, but God is with us and on our side. There are more with us than those who are against us. If God is for us and fights our battles, then we don't need to fight the torment of fear. Staying in peace and trust delivers a great relief and allows us to keep our focus.
There is much to do in the days ahead. It's truly the Church's finest hour. People are searching for answers and we possess the ANSWER, Jesus. Prodigals returning, people coming to know the Lord, healings, signs, wonders, fresh revelation, mysteries being revealed, new visitations from Heaven are all a part of the coming days.
Let's remain INTENTIONAL in purpose as these new days approach.
Bless ya,
Cindy McGill
Hope for the Harvest Ministries
Email: dreaminslc@hotmail.com
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