Tell The World That "Love" Has Come! (Part 3)
The shepherds were told by angels that the Savior was born in Bethlehem. They hurried to see for themselves. "So they came in a hurry and found their way to Mary and Joseph, and the baby as He lay in the manger. When they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this child" (Luke 2:16-17).
What "statement" or news did the shepherds share? The news that "Jesus is Christ (the promised Messiah!) the Lord." (Luke 2:11b). Jesus is the Messiah (Luke 1:32-33, II Samuel 7:12-14). Jesus is Lord! (Diety! the Son of God! 1:32b).
May we, as believers, be faithful to share the good news that Jesus is the Mesiah - He Is Lord!
Prayer: "Lord, use me today to share the "good news"!
Blessings!
Rex
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Tell The World That "Love" Has Come! (Part 2)
The shepherds were told by angels that the Savior was born in Bethlehem. They hurried to see for themselves. "So they came in a hurry and found their way to Mary and Joseph, and the baby as He lay in the manger. When they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this child" (Luke 2:16-17).
What "statement?" Like the news that "Jesus is the Savior".
Luke 2:11 reads, "For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior . . ."
The name "Jesus" means, "the Lord saves"! The angel told Joseph, "and she (Mary) shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus; for he shall save his people from their sins" (Matthew 1:21).
The shepherds told the news of the Savior. Believers, tell the news that the Savior has come!
Blessings!
Rex
The shepherds were told by angels that the Savior was born in Bethlehem. They hurried to see for themselves. "So they came in a hurry and found their way to Mary and Joseph, and the baby as He lay in the manger. When they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this child" (Luke 2:16-17).
What "statement?" Like the news that "Jesus is the Savior".
Luke 2:11 reads, "For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior . . ."
The name "Jesus" means, "the Lord saves"! The angel told Joseph, "and she (Mary) shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus; for he shall save his people from their sins" (Matthew 1:21).
The shepherds told the news of the Savior. Believers, tell the news that the Savior has come!
Blessings!
Rex
Monday, December 22, 2008
Tell The World That "Love" Has Come!
The shepherds were told by angels that the Savior was born in Bethlehem. They hurried to see for themselves. "So they came in a hurry and found their way to Mary and Joseph, and the baby as He lay in the manger. When they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this child" (Luke 2:16-17).
"Statement?" Like the announcement by the angel; "good news of great joy which will be for all people" (Luke 2:10).
The shepherds were faithful to tell "their" world that "love" has come. May we as believers be faithful as well to tell our world!
Blessings!
Rex
The shepherds were told by angels that the Savior was born in Bethlehem. They hurried to see for themselves. "So they came in a hurry and found their way to Mary and Joseph, and the baby as He lay in the manger. When they had seen this, they made known the statement which had been told them about this child" (Luke 2:16-17).
"Statement?" Like the announcement by the angel; "good news of great joy which will be for all people" (Luke 2:10).
The shepherds were faithful to tell "their" world that "love" has come. May we as believers be faithful as well to tell our world!
Blessings!
Rex
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Need Strength?
Christian, are you facing a coming storm? Maybe you are already in the middle of it. Financial storms, work-related storms, family or health related storms? Even storms of temptations. Here is a reminder from God . . ."The Lord gives strength to his people" (Psalm 29:11a).
Prayer: "Lord, You know my storm. Give me the strength to face it today. In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings,
Rex
Christian, are you facing a coming storm? Maybe you are already in the middle of it. Financial storms, work-related storms, family or health related storms? Even storms of temptations. Here is a reminder from God . . ."The Lord gives strength to his people" (Psalm 29:11a).
Prayer: "Lord, You know my storm. Give me the strength to face it today. In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings,
Rex
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Jesus Christ, The Promised Servant Of God
The prophet Isaiah foretold the Messiah's arrival on earth. Jesus Christ fulfilled those prophecies over 700 years later!
Isaiah said the Messiah would be God's servant. "Behold, my servant, whom I uphold . . ." (Isaiah 42:1a). Jesus Christ (God Himself!) was equal with God yet humbled himself "taking the form of a bond-servant and being made in the likeness of men, being found in appearance as a man, He humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross" (Philippians 2:7-8).
Yes, as foretold, Jesus served the Father, did the will of the Father
(John 6:38) and finished the work the Father gave him to do!
Prayer: "Jesus, thank you for choosing to pay the price of my sins on the cross. In Your Name, Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
The prophet Isaiah foretold the Messiah's arrival on earth. Jesus Christ fulfilled those prophecies over 700 years later!
Isaiah said the Messiah would be God's servant. "Behold, my servant, whom I uphold . . ." (Isaiah 42:1a). Jesus Christ (God Himself!) was equal with God yet humbled himself "taking the form of a bond-servant and being made in the likeness of men, being found in appearance as a man, He humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross" (Philippians 2:7-8).
Yes, as foretold, Jesus served the Father, did the will of the Father
(John 6:38) and finished the work the Father gave him to do!
Prayer: "Jesus, thank you for choosing to pay the price of my sins on the cross. In Your Name, Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Thank God For Your Church Family
"But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord..." (II Thessalonians 2:13).
How blessed believers are to be members of a local congregation of God's church! Think about those of your local church. You love them deeply! How we should always thank God for them. Why not take a moment and thank God for your church family? If you are not presently active in a local church, you should be. Ask God to guide you to find a church home.
Prayer: "Lord, thank you for love! Thank you also for my church family! In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings,
Rex
"But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord..." (II Thessalonians 2:13).
How blessed believers are to be members of a local congregation of God's church! Think about those of your local church. You love them deeply! How we should always thank God for them. Why not take a moment and thank God for your church family? If you are not presently active in a local church, you should be. Ask God to guide you to find a church home.
Prayer: "Lord, thank you for love! Thank you also for my church family! In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings,
Rex
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Remove This Thorn!
The Apostle Paul was given a "thorn" (a physical or relational torment?) to keep him from becoming prideful as a result of his heavenly visions. Paul prayed for the "thorn" to be removed, yet God replied; "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect (works best!) in weakness" (II Corinthians 12:9).
Paul Barnett wrote concerning this passage: "These words of Christ to Paul should not be limited in their application to Paul as an apostle but apply to whatever experiences and circumstances of life render powerless the children of God. The one thing denied to them, which is exactly what most people demand above all, is to control their own destiny. As children of Adam, despite such this - worldly instruments of power as they may yield - intellect, health, wealth, influence, or position - they do, sooner or later, become powerless and vunerable. Upon such persons, who in their powerlessness - whether bodily, relational, financial or structural - call out to the Lord, the grace of Christ is shown and the power of Christ rests. The words of the Lord spoken to Paul, then, are universally applicable. They do not, however, call for resignation, which is passive and impersonal, but for acceptance, which is active and obedient to the Lord, who, in response to our prayer, continues to say, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
Prayer: "Lord, may I experience Your power and presence in my trials of torment and weaknesses. I accept Your plans for my life. Reveal Your power! In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
The Apostle Paul was given a "thorn" (a physical or relational torment?) to keep him from becoming prideful as a result of his heavenly visions. Paul prayed for the "thorn" to be removed, yet God replied; "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect (works best!) in weakness" (II Corinthians 12:9).
Paul Barnett wrote concerning this passage: "These words of Christ to Paul should not be limited in their application to Paul as an apostle but apply to whatever experiences and circumstances of life render powerless the children of God. The one thing denied to them, which is exactly what most people demand above all, is to control their own destiny. As children of Adam, despite such this - worldly instruments of power as they may yield - intellect, health, wealth, influence, or position - they do, sooner or later, become powerless and vunerable. Upon such persons, who in their powerlessness - whether bodily, relational, financial or structural - call out to the Lord, the grace of Christ is shown and the power of Christ rests. The words of the Lord spoken to Paul, then, are universally applicable. They do not, however, call for resignation, which is passive and impersonal, but for acceptance, which is active and obedient to the Lord, who, in response to our prayer, continues to say, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
Prayer: "Lord, may I experience Your power and presence in my trials of torment and weaknesses. I accept Your plans for my life. Reveal Your power! In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
Remove This Thorn!
The Apostle Paul was given a "thorn" (a physical or relational torment?) to keep him from becoming prideful as a result of his heavenly visions. Paul prayed for the "thorn" to be removed, yet God replied; "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect (works best!) in weakness" (II Corinthians 12:9).
Paul Barnett wrote concerning this passage: "These words of Christ to Paul should not be limited in their application to Paul as an apostle but apply to whatever experiences and circumstances of life render powerless the children of God. The one thing denied to them, which is exactly what most people demand above all, is to control their own destiny. As children of Adam, despite such this - worldly instruments of power as they may yield - intellect, health, wealth, influence, or position - they do, sooner or later, become powerless and vunerable. Upon such persons, who in their powerlessness - whether bodily, relational, financial or structural - call out to the Lord, the grace of Christ is shown and the power of Christ rests. The words of the Lord spoken to Paul, then, are universally applicable. They do not, however, call for resignation, which is passive and impersonal, but for acceptance, which is active and obedient to the Lord, who, in response to our prayer, continues to say, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
Prayer: "Lord, may I experience Your power and presence in my trials of torment and weaknesses. I accept Your plans for my life. Reveal Your power! In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
The Apostle Paul was given a "thorn" (a physical or relational torment?) to keep him from becoming prideful as a result of his heavenly visions. Paul prayed for the "thorn" to be removed, yet God replied; "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect (works best!) in weakness" (II Corinthians 12:9).
Paul Barnett wrote concerning this passage: "These words of Christ to Paul should not be limited in their application to Paul as an apostle but apply to whatever experiences and circumstances of life render powerless the children of God. The one thing denied to them, which is exactly what most people demand above all, is to control their own destiny. As children of Adam, despite such this - worldly instruments of power as they may yield - intellect, health, wealth, influence, or position - they do, sooner or later, become powerless and vunerable. Upon such persons, who in their powerlessness - whether bodily, relational, financial or structural - call out to the Lord, the grace of Christ is shown and the power of Christ rests. The words of the Lord spoken to Paul, then, are universally applicable. They do not, however, call for resignation, which is passive and impersonal, but for acceptance, which is active and obedient to the Lord, who, in response to our prayer, continues to say, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
Prayer: "Lord, may I experience Your power and presence in my trials of torment and weaknesses. I accept Your plans for my life. Reveal Your power! In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Questions? Ask God!
"If you need wisdom - if you want to know what God wants you to do - ask Him and He will gladly tell you." (James 1:5 NLT)
Ask God to give you wisdom today. He knows all the answers!
Prayer: "Lord, I have questions about Your will for my life. Speak to me Your wisdom, In Jesus' Name. Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
"If you need wisdom - if you want to know what God wants you to do - ask Him and He will gladly tell you." (James 1:5 NLT)
Ask God to give you wisdom today. He knows all the answers!
Prayer: "Lord, I have questions about Your will for my life. Speak to me Your wisdom, In Jesus' Name. Amen!"
Blessings!
Rex
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