The Prophet Elijah of the Old Testament…He was recognized by this outfit…his clothing symbolizing his power…so much, that false prophets of that time would attempt to copy his attire. This unusual garb of camel’s-hair and leather illustrated Elijah’s focus was on God, not on his physical comfort or tradition. Later, John the Baptist adopted the same outfit…”Ministering in the spirit and power of Elijah.” ( Luke 1:17) Jesus, Himself, even compared the two in Matthew 11:14 in this way, ” And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come.”
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Philippians 1: 4-6 ” In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
We all share in being part of the Good News of Jesus Christ. And from that assurance, we can be confident that what God has started in our lives will continue to grow and flourish until it is fully achieved…and His purpose in our lives has been perfectly accomplished…according to His glorious Will.
Psalm 91:13 ” You will tread upon the lion and the cobra; you will trample on the great lion and the serpent.”
As Jesus told the 72 He sent out in Luke 10:19, ” I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.” We have been given the power to triumph over the forces of Satan, and by the mighty name of Jesus we can defeat and crush him.
Mark 4:33 ” With similar parables Jesus spoke the word to them, as much as they could understand.”
Jesus taught the crowds with parables. Many times, He would make comparisons between spiritual things and things found in nature. Now to the carnal ear, it was just a nice story…but to the searching ear, it moved and resounded within their souls. Later in verse 34 it states, “But when He was alone with the disciples, He would explain everything.” In the evenings around the fire, Jesus would then reiterate very clearly to the disciples what He meant with the parables…giving eternal implication and significance to each one.
I Timothy 1:15 ” Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners – of whom I am the worst.”
The longer I’m a Christian, the farther I want to distance myself from the “old me”, and all that went along with it. But the sinful me is still there…lurking under the surface. I may not blatantly transgress, but I still mess up daily. More times than not, it involves a lousy attitude, or judging someone harshly under my breath. I am a sinner saved only by grace, and like Paul…foremost among the offenders.
Galatians 1: 3-5 ” Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the Will of our God and Father, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
The present evil age continues even today. The world is teeming with wickedness, sorrow and pain, but despite everything, the Lord’s good pleasure in carrying out His divine purpose is still moving forward. This present evil age will continue…”But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)
Isaiah 42: 6-7 ” I will keep You and will make You to be a covenant for the people and a light for the Gentiles, to open eyes that are blind, to free captives from prison and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness.”
Jesus…Messiah…the Light of the World. He’s our way to life and salvation in this broken world. He’s the hope for those who are spiritually blind…the freedom for those who are bound up in sin…the way for those who are wandering lost. Jesus…Messiah…the Light of the World.
Psalm 68:19 ” Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens.”
The Lord Jesus Christ is the God of Salvation. He sustains, supports, and carries us…even when we’re unaware of His hand on us. There’s no need to be saddled with the burdens of today – the stress, anxiety, and troubles you’re facing – Jesus wants to carry for you. Give them to Him.
John 4:35 ” Do you not say, ‘Four months more and then the harvest?’ I tell you, open your eyes and look up at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.”
To proclaim the Good News to those perishing…to witness to the unsaved neighbor down the block…We all think someone else will do it. But the Lord is saying in this scripture – No! Take your eyes off yourself and look around you…there are hundreds, if not thousands that need Jesus in their lives. I want you to reach out to those within the circle of your influence…because only you have this unique group of people to touch with the Gospel Message.
Galatians 5:13 ” You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature, rather, serve one another in love.”
Under Christ we are now free…but that doesn’t mean we’re above the law, or have the right to be lawless in our conduct. The Lord wants us to live as free men, but not to use that freedom to cover up evil and corrupt activity.
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