Scrolling through Facebook this morning, I am astounded at the number of posts demonstrating the progression of individuals who have encountered Jesus, subsequently chosen to engage in the manifestation and demonstration of those things we read about in the Bible and are now a part of the family of God through whom the Kingdom of God is being expanded on the earth in this hour!
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Are Heavenly supernatural encounters real? In response to this question, let me quote James W. Goll, “God encounters are for today and God encounters are for everyone.”
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In our first two articles, we clearly established that the grace of almsgiving was not optional for believers. To be like our pattern, Jesus Christ, and like our Heavenly Father, we must be those who have been convinced by the written Word of God, and influenced by the power of the Holy Spirit, to such a degree that this topic is now settled in our hearts. Benevolence to those in need is a personal choice, yes, but, as we already discussed, it is so much more! It is a charis, a grace from God, a divine influence upon our hearts and a liberality that is reflected in our lives.
Continue readingThe previous article on our topic of grace for almsgiving revealed that it is possible for each one of us to possess this blessed empowerment. What great news that this grace can be received, matured, and activated in us. It is by no means reserved for a select few we would call philanthropists.
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Two lions are roaring in this new era! Jesus, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, and our adversary, the devil. Both are vying for our attention, agreement, and vocalization of their message! Which lion will you roar with?!
Continue readingThe Apostle Paul, writing to the church at Corinth, carefully instructs them on the topic of almsgiving. In II Corinthians chapter 8 he begins with a testimonial of the church in Macedonia. This church (ekklesia) was modeling the grace of compassionate, beneficent giving to those in dire need—the Judean church…
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Irene Fournier shares seven essential keys that will unlock the Body of Christ’s ability to dwell together in unity! She challenges us to 1) examine the condition of our hearts toward abiding in unity, 2) change our mindsets about equality, 3) choose obedience to the Lord’s command, 4) embrace humility, 5) align with cultural values of the Kingdom, 6) walk in forbearance and forgiveness, and 7) respond to God’s appointed times to gather as one body.
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