Paul’s Request for Prayer

1Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: 2And that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men: for all men have not faith. 3But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil. 4And we have confidence in the Lord touching you, that ye both do and will do the things which we command you. 5 And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient waiting for Christ.

2 Thessalonians 3-1-5 (KJV) 

There is a song —*”Just say Amen!” — and it exalts the LORD for all He has done, is doing, and will continue to do for His children.  And, so it goes, “If anyone here knows He is faithful, Is there anyone here who knows He is able, Just say Amen…”

The song brings tears of joy and hope to the eyes of the faithful, it is a moving and powerful song that gets me every time I hear it…and most of all, it is so true.  Almost everyone has a story to tell and moments that led up to that story, and currently living out that story in heights of glory for the LORD thanks to His grace and love.

Giving Him glory and praise and saying Amen to all He is and continues to be it a joyful and fantastic way of spending our time during our life.  He is the center of all that we are, all that we do, and all that we see, hear, taste, feel and experience.  When we walk with Him and hold onto His ways and listen to His voice, we will be spiritually enacted and react according to the principles of the Word…and Him.

Joyful, Joyful, and so amazing is my Lord and His love for me!

Hold Him in your heart, mind, and soul.  Think of Him and ask Him for guidance in all that you do.

And, think back about what He has done in your life.  When you pray, reflect on your blessings and how He HAS blessed you over and over. Think of the times He has moved mightily in your life…before complaining about “but He isn’t hearing my prayers now.”  No.  That’s not so.  He listens to the cries of His children.  He knows our needs.  And, He does hear always.   It has to be in His time, and according to His will.

So, think back to all He has done for you, or someone you love or know.  And, then realize that He is there for us always and always will be…just be patient and continue giving Him praise, glory and obedience in reflection of His love and His will.

“Thank You Lord, I know You are able, and You are faithful, and You are mighty and You are powerful, and thank You for Your steadfast love, endurance and compassion, I love You now and always, in Jesus name, Amen.”

From: ***“Say Amen” was penned by Jason Cox, Kenna West and Michael Farren, and it’s the first release on the group’s latest project, “Unashamed.” The song debuted at Number 4 on the MusicToRadio Top 100 Chart in April and then moved to the Number 2 position on the MusicToRadio Top 100 real time charts for the month of May.

http://sogospel.com/2014/07/29/brian-free-and-assurance-brings-the-say-amen-story-to-life/

Galatians 3:26 NASB

For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus.

One of the fundamental aspects of Christianity is that when we are born again we become sons/daughters of God. And a transformation of many levels takes place, and we become firmly planted in the roots of His Spirit; And thereby gaining insight, and access, to His guidance, love, and direction, in all that we do, or undertake. We are by the “grace of God” given the blessed gift of becoming “Heirs” to His throne, and Kingdom.

Romans 8:15 15 (KJV)    For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.

When we cry out “Abba Father” we are offering ourselves fully to the LORD and expressing our belief and honing our faith in His Sovereign Omnipotence.  And we are establishing our “inherent” rights as children of God. But most of all, we are expressing our LOVE for the Lord in the most intimate apparent fashion, from our full capacity, heart, mind, body and soul. Amen.

Gaining the fortitude to do all things according to the Spirit means to allow the Spirit to take control.  To allow the Spirit to guide us, lead us, inform us, direct us, touch us, and “heal us” in Jesus name.

Being a Christian can be challenging at times, as we are subject to “mocking and prosecution” from individuals who are not followers, or perhaps have a small belief but not full enough to embody the true homogenous acclimation of the Spirit.  But, I am delighted to know that during times of grief, and adversities, I am covered by the blood of Christ who gave us full redemption to those who believe and who have been born again.

As Jesus said in Matthew  5:11- 12—“Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. 12“Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.  

“Father thank You for Your love, Your blood, Your faithfulness, and all Your provisions that You give to us, Your children, I love You, and I thank You in Jesus precious name, Amen.”

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Ephesians 1:5 NASB —He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, It is the Father’s intention that we know and enjoy the privileges and the sense of belonging that is inherent in being a part of the family of God. However, the Lord knew that it would be difficult for a person to truly believe that one can be adopted as a child of God, so, He sent the Holy Spirit to testify to us, to give us the confidence to cry out “Abba! Father!”

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Romans 8:16-17 NASB —  (26) The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God, (17) and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him. An adopted child receives the un-revocable privilege of participating in the will and testament of the parents. He becomes an heir of all that the parents have. So, it is by adoption that we become heirs of the Father.

And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away, Likewise ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder.

Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God that He may exalt you in due time. 

I Peter 5:4-6

When around others, do people tend to think of you as a “positive influence” and “role model?”  Or do they steer clear of anything you have to say, or do?

Are you one of the “friends” people can count on through thick and thin, irrespective of the circumstances?  Do you offer up sage advice and provide a cloak of humility when sharing the Word or thoughts of life?

Take for example Hezekiah who had a positive influence on the people of Judah.  He fully understood that if things were to improve, then the people had to set things right with the LORD.  It hasn’t changed today my friends.

In fact, we need to set things right with the LORD more than ever due to the turbulent and virulent happenings in the world. All signs of the times as stated in Revelation…it truly is a time to come forward and hold on to our faith.

Today if things aren’t going well for you, or your family, repent, and get right with the Father. Things will get better when you do.

Jesus always encouraged us in the gospel to be a good influence on others, to set examples, spread the Gospel, and to follow the Father in all we do. Exude humility, and let it drape over you in your countenance, and actions…it will become a soothing balm to all you encounter in your daily journeys of life.

Humble yourself and be exalted; exalt yourself, and prepare to be abased, or brought low by our Father above. Humility is the essence of a universal language that transcends time, it uplifts, it encourages and it pleases our Lord Almighty greatly.

When we meditate on His Word, follow His light by example, and obedience, and offer ourselves willingly to fulfill the purpose of His will for our life, we are clothing ourselves with powerful weapons of defense.  And it is a bold statement to the “enemy” that we are following One Master only.

Resist the enemy, embrace your faith, don’t allow the world to influence you, stay within the confines of our Father, and be prepared for a successful life, to be followed by rewards after we are through here on earth, our crown as we enter eternal bliss with our Father in Heaven. Amen.

“Father God, may I always be an example of hope, encouragement, light, and support to those in need, to those hurting, and to those who need love, I humble myself to You Father God, today, tomorrow, always and forever, in Jesus Christ name, Amen.”