God’s kingdom is not man’s kingdom and man’s kingdom is not God’s kingdom. Jesus told Pilot he was not of this world. In God’s kingdom 5,000 men can be fed with 5 loaves and 2 fish. In God’s kingdom, rivers can be stopped up to cross on dry ground. In God’s kingdom men are saved and have a living relationship with God. God’s kingdom has entered the hearts of man
Sunrise Son Rise
With every sunrise we have opportunity. We have the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life. We have the opportunity to love again. We have an opportunity to build a legacy that will impact generations to come. We have the opportunity to proclaim God’s goodness. The opportunities we have today are endless. We thank God who made the Son rise today. Psalm 113:3 ESV From the rising of the sun
Soldier
A disciple is a soldier of Jesus Christ. They take up their cross daily. Psalm 18:39 ESV For you equipped me with strength for the battle; you made those who rise against me sink under me. Joshua 1:9 ESV Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” A disciple
God’s Got This!
God knows the future of mankind. God knows our future. God got us. His will be done. Philippians 1:6 ESV 6 And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Luke 22:42 ESV 42 saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.”
Disciple Maker
A disciple follows Jesus A disciple is shaped by Jesus in the journey A disciple is made to be a fisher of men The evidence of following Jesus is a disciple who makes disciples. John 15:1-6 ESV 15 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he
Favor
A disciple knows God’s favor. They rejoice in Him. Psalm 5:12 ESV For you bless the righteous, O Lord; you cover him with favor as with a shield. Psalm 30:5 ESV For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning. Disciple time with the Lord: Listen: What is God saying? Obey: What
Trust God in the Dark
A disciple will praise Jesus in the storm because they trust him. A disciple trusts the Lord with their soul therefore everything else pales in comparison. Praise Jesus always because he is worthy to be praised. Acts 16:20-25 NLT 20 “The whole city is in an uproar because of these Jews!” they shouted to the city officials. 21 “They are teaching customs that are illegal for us Romans to practice.”
300 beats 32,000
Equally yoked! Who is in our circle of friends? God surrounded Gideon with 300 tested men for his work. Jesus was surrounded by hand-picked disciples. Paul was surrounded by hand-picked disciples (read the end of the letters he wrote and the names). Are our current friends interested in accomplishing God’s work? Be sure we are surrounded by God’s hand-picked disciples. Ephesians 2:10 ESV 10 For we are his workmanship, created
Power to Witness
Power! Have we received power to witness? A disciple of Christ witnesses in the power of the Holy Spirit. Being ‘available’ is essential. We need to share two things, how much the Lord has done for us and how he has had mercy on us. The works of Jesus can only be accomplished in the power of the Holy Spirit. We can do nothing apart from him. Mark 5:18-20 ESV
Humility is Strength
Humility! Do we find it difficult to admit when we are wrong? It takes great humility and strength to ask for forgiveness. This is exactly what Jesus requires from his followers. Pride will keep us in bondage. Humility always sets us free from the schemes of the enemy (2 Corinthians 2:9-11). Humility is true strength. Ephesians 4:32 ESV Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in