Encounter, Engage, Expand!

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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The Grace of Almsgiving – Article 3 of 3

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.

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The Grace of Almsgiving – Article 2 of 3

The 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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The Grace of Almsgiving – Article 1 of 3

The 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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Power, Authority and Dominion

Apostle Jim Ford reveals the different levels of power (dunamis), prevailing strength (ischuo) and authority (exousia) that have been given to every believer to persevere and demonstrate the Kingdom of God in the earth! He further explains the keys to moving into the Lord’s might and dominion (kratos) through mutual submission and humility.

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