
Some THINGS AI Cannot DENY


Confession and Intercession

That is meant to mean: (commission) the sins we commit that we shouldn’t, and (omission) the things we don’t do but should. In other words, James writes under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit: “Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.”
When we know to do good and do not do it, it is sin—plain and simple! These biblical truths apply after a person has been saved.
There are several things to remember when we talk about this subject—namely walking with our Lord and living a life that is pleasing to Him. Are you? For the sake of time and space, we will go into more detail on the last point to ponder.
The word CONFESS here means to acknowledge. Do you acknowledge—admit—your wrongdoing? By the way, check out the next word, FAULTS. It is the word hamartia, which in this context means “some particular evil deed or offense.”
One Christian scholar wrote this concerning the word faults: “An offense of such gravity that a Christian lapses from the state of ζωή received from Christ into the state of θάνατος in which he was before he became united to Christ by faith.”
The truth is, we all have FAULTS! Look at the next word—HEALED. It means both cure and restore. Do you need to be physically or spiritually cured or restored?
And lastly, consider the power of prayer. This describes a Christian who is in tune with the Holy Spirit; and subsequently, his or her prayers have a lot of strength! Do your prayers have much power?

Ashamed of Jesus

So it may have already happened, or it will happen in the future. What do you do? First, consider the Scriptural references concerning this matter.
The word ashamed is καταισχύνω, which means to confound, dishonour, or to make ashamed, blush, etc. It also has to do with “to shame down,” i.e., to disgrace. Truthfully, when you are around other people, do you get intimidated?
Once you’ve been saved—changed—you then have the power to overcome fear and rejection. Trust Jesus to be your power source in living the Christian life and witnessing to others who are not Christians.
Have you ever suffered persecution? For all of us, it was probably minor compared to the disciples as well as other Christians in third-world countries. By the way, Jesus said that we would suffer! Expect it!! Endure it!!!
Imagine stepping out of or living outside of the Will of God when Jesus appears. Terrible! Talk about shame!! We never know when He will appear. Stay prepared.
Do not be ashamed! After all, Jesus is coming, so get prepared. Do not be ashamed!!

Blessed Assurance

Here’s how this writer has a “know-so salvation”:
One little boy was asked about being saved. He said that he and Jesus did it. This sounded confusing. When asked what he meant, he replied, “I did the asking, and Jesus did the saving!”
Learning to kiss the rod of God’s correction is a definite proof of being a child of God. Can you get by with willful disobedience? “For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.”

I Have Decided to Follow Jesus

Think about the INFLUENCE you are having on those around you. Here are at least two areas where God is using your INFLUENCE:
How are you doing in these two areas? Need improvement? Why not start today?
By the way, the word “careful” is phroneo, which can be translated affection or to think of. Evidently, after not knowing the whereabouts of Paul and then discovering he was in Rome incarcerated two years later, the Church sent a gift delivered by Epaphraditus. Paul is telling them THANK YOU!
Check out your INFLUENCE: Where do you need to work on improving? Why not pray and then purpose in your heart to fulfill your calling?

Be a Lighthouse

Recently, Deanna and I climbed 172 steps to the top of a LIGHTHOUSE which extended 154 feet in the air. After reaching the top and walking out on the balcony, it appeared you could see for miles around the unique island called Tybee—just don’t look down! It’s a long way down to the ground. Anyway, while we were there, we watched a video which traveled through the historical origin of the famous LIGHTHOUSE!

Shackling the Hands of the Almighty

Unbelievable. Questionable. Remarkable that the ALMIGHTY did no miracles because of their UNBELIEF!
Please note: it was not because He did not want to. It was not because He could not. Instead, it was because they did not want Him to! And so it is today!! Those who refuse and reject Jesus Christ refuse His wonder-working power. Are you refusing His help? How? Do you know someone who is refusing His power? What can you do?
So remember, if Jesus could do no works with some, we will not be able to as well. Some will doubt. Some will believe. Know the difference.

Connected Instead of Distracted

By the way, you might find it interesting that this was during a very busy time of the day!
Big decisions require mega prayers! Are you praying in the will of God for the glory of the Lord?
Teaching someone how to pray is not only a great responsibility but also a great privilege. First, we need to be enrolled in the school of prayer. There is no graduation in this class until we get to heaven!
Had Jesus not been praying for Peter, he would not have gotten back up when he had fallen! But he did—and was restored. Remember: Jesus is praying for you.

Get Filled Up and then Go Pour Out

By the way—take these daily!!

Stinking Thinking Or Thankful Thinking

How are you THINKING these days? Are you looking down or up? Are you always THINKING negatively? So how can you CHANGE your THINKING?
While in prison awaiting martyrdom, Paul, inspired by God, writes a letter to the Church of Philippi—but really to us today as well. Contained within the letter are Holy Spirit-inspired instructions on numerous themes including suffering, joy, along with others.
More specifically, in the fourth chapter, after revealing the key to being free from the slavery of worry, he gives some extremely important insights as to how to live in victory with the CHRISTian’s thought life. Here it is; check it out:
1. How to overcome “Stinking Thinking” and turn it into “Thankful Thinking”! (Phil. 4:8) – “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”
Do not miss that last phrase—“think on these things”!
Is it any wonder that Solomon wrote, {paraphrasing} As a man thinks in his heart, so is he (Prov. 4:24)?
“that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.”
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
The word “renewing” means a complete CHANGE for the better. It means to make fresh, or a new development—a renewal. By the way, it is achieved by God’s power! Do you need a renewal?
“that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
Conclusion: So instead of reading more self-help books or listening to psychiatrists and psychologists, try reading—and then heeding—the Word of God. After all, since Jesus made us (Col. 1:16), He knows how to fix us!
Love y’all,