OVERCOMING DEATH BY OBEDIENCE

The grace to triumph over the second death and live forever as Heirs of the Father, comes through faith in Him and full-submission to the Word and Son of God, Jesus Christ -  acknowledging Him as Lord and Messiah of our souls (Rev. 21:6-8). God's Love is ever sure, and His mercy endures eternally; yet, one is required to faithfully heed His Word and live by it that, "we will not be condemned along with the world," but remain graciously favored with everlasting life, dwelling in Heaven on the Last Day (John 5:24, 1 Cor. 11).

Everybody born of a woman "is appointed to die once," in due time; even then, our faith in Christ Jesus, "the Resurrection and the Life" has made us dead to the lust of the flesh and alive to the will of the Spirit who works in unity with the Father, keeping us forever in the presence of the LORD as saints whose robes have been washed clean by the Blood of the Lamb (John 11:25-26, Heb. 9:27-28, Rev. 7:13-15).

PRAYER: Thank You LORD, Jesus Christ, our Blessed Redeemer, for you've graciously made me an Overcomer, triumphing over tribulations and death through faith, by Your precious life's Blood which cleanses me from my sins. Please, continue leading me to all who are in need of Your redeeming Word, with love so that I may share the Truth for the Salvation of more souls; in Your Holy Name,

Amen.

From John 8:51

GIVING GOD'S WORD HIS PLACE

Going to churches and practicing a religion doesn't make one a descendant of Abraham - meaning "Their Protector" - nor a true Christian, except one is willing to receive and live with Jesus Christ alone as everything from the Author to the Finisher of their faith (Jude 4 & Heb. 12:1-2). Some may inherit the lineage of Abraham by nature; still, making a place in our hearts for God's Word and the promised Seed, Jesus keeps us united with Our Holy Father in the Spirit (Gen. 22:18, Matt. 6:9).

Also, being born of the Spirit gives us the boldness to always speak and abide by the Gospel revealed by our Heavenly Father through His Son, while others rely on their own understanding, contaminated by hateful worldly cultures and traditions influenced by the devil, shown as doctrines to try covering over their sins and bring down the glory of the Church through their own habits (Prov. 3:5, 1 Tim. 4:1 & 6:3-5). Because God does not want any person to die, this ends up grieving the Holy Spirit who does not force us to rightly worship the LORD in the Spirit and encourages self-righteousness which is not real righteousness at all, thus gradually separating one from God's presence, which is ultimately pervasive and permanent (1 John 4:20 & 2 Pet. 3:9).

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, Heavenly Father, for the presence of Your Word speaking Life into me and my loved ones, which unites us together forever, being vessels testifying of Your coexistence and revealing the Truth to the World; in Jesus' Name,

Amen.

From John 8:37-38

TRULY FREED

Through the Lamb of God's life's blood and the words of our testimony, we can be redeemed by grace, overcoming death to live forever as God's beloved Children; yet, desiring or living in the deceptive pleasures of sin keeps one away from God's grace (Rom. 6:1-22, Rev. 12:11). Sin traps many people in ropes of their own making and compels them to feel comfortable in their lustful ways so that they are blindfolded against the Truth and may remain in bondage to never return to union with the Father, while everyone who receives the Truth, God's Word, in repentance and full submission, becomes free in all reality (Prov. 5:22, Rom. 6:16).

Moreover, the declaration of the Gospel reveals the Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus to all who abide by it (Rom. 8:2). So, we should follow Him along the path of the righteous who are written in the book of life, to remain eternally free but never again be entangled in sins, every one of which only leads to the second death (Gal. 5:1, Rev. 20:14-15).

PRAYER: Thank You, Ever-loving Father, for You have graciously set me free from sin and favor me to dwell in Your presence through Your Holy Son and everlasting Word, Jesus Christ; please keep Your Spirit with me as I truly live in Him,

Amen.

From John 8:34-36

FAITH IN CHRIST, REDEEMS FROM DEATH

Believing in and living for Jesus Christ, that I AM, and the only begotten of the Father - conceived by the Holy Spirit to dwell on Earth as the Son of Man for our personal Salvation - redeems us from sin and eternal condemnation which hinders an unrepentant soul from the Kingdom heritage meant for all created for God's pleasure and glory. This is essential so that we might please our Heavenly Father while we live to diligently worship Him in Truth and in the Spirit (Mark 16:16, John 3:16-18, Heb. 11:6).

Although our souls are answerable to the LORD and our spirits are destined to return to Him, our flesh is of the dust and it belongs to Earth. So, being in relationship with the one worthy to enter Heaven, the final and everlasting residence of the Saints, we should always remain faithful and never doubt God's unchanging Word, Love, and present Spirit, so that we may ever remain deserving of His Kingdom.

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, Jesus Christ, for I am saved by the gift of Your precious blood, through faith in Your Righteousness, to dwell on Earth as a vessel of Your living Word, preserved by the Holy Spirit so that I may remain deserving of Your acceptance on the last day,

Amen.

From John 8:21-24

JUDGE NO ONE

Faithful Christians never judge with the flesh but have the right if we need to, by the Spirit who is the true and perfect Judge because we are His Holy Temple through whom His Divine authority and presence are made manifest on Earth (1 Cor. 3:16 & 5:3-5). This makes every declaration proceeding from our mouths Divinely sealed by the LORD who is forever just, as we reveal the truth to all, so some will fear and honor Him (Ps. 25:14, Matt. 18:18).

Also, having been ordained to serve from positions of authority, functioning as unified vessels of God's goodwill, destined for the edification of the Church, we only affirm His Word through the Wisdom of the Holy Spirit, so that the LORD may be the one speaking in and through us and not fallen human nature; thus His Name may be exalted while we remain blessed as vessels sanctified in His Hands (Eph. 4:11-15).

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, Jesus Christ, for uniting me with the Father through offering Your precious blood and the Holy Spirit who dwells in me. Please, continue sustaining me with Your Divine presence in my life so every word I affirm or declare as a vessel of Your authority, will be right from You and not my flesh, for building up the Church in Love,

Amen.

From John 8:15-16

KNOWING THE WAY OF TRUTH

Knowing where we are from, realizing our true identity as Christians and Children of God who are filled with the Spirit from above and anointed for the growth of His advancing Kingdom, makes us speak honestly like Christ, different from the sinful sons and deceived daughters of men. This sometimes gives rise to persecuting questions coming from those who are stumbling in the flesh and stubborn to the Truth, even while it's made known to them; "hearing, they do not hear" (John 9:29 & Matt. 13:11-16).

Being blessed to know who we are as valid Heirs of the Father, gives us the Divine confidence needed to declare the Truth of God's Word for the Salvation of souls and encourage repentance while giving hope to the hopeless, so that the faith of many may be strengthened in Christ. Even then, those who reject the Good News declared in Love, are only revealing their ignorance of God's existence, or hard-heartedness. So, we mustn't allow their reactions to distract us from the fulfillment of our Calling; rather, we should always remain focused on our Heavenly goal and we will surely live to please the Father, glorifying Him as vessels of His handiwork on Earth.

PRAYER: Thank You, Heavenly Father, for helping me, as Your Child, to realize where I came from and granting me the true knowledge of Your Kingdom where my hope lies. Please, keep me focused and strengthened to walk with integrity to the end, so I may remain fruitful and deserving of Your Kingdom in Jesus' name,

Amen.

From John 8:14

LIGHT OF THE WORLD

Jesus Christ is Light to the increasingly dim world, directing and shining on all who faithfully receive Him so that Believers may remain guided by the Holy Spirit along the path of Truth and Righteousness, being graciously protected from shadows of death inflicted by the forces of darkness because of the sins of men (Ps. 119:105, Isa. 9:2, 1 John 1:7). 

Christ, being one with God, is the Light who gives Life which lasts, making us Christians, serving Him in Truth and Spirit, to live sustained in the abundance of His grace and glory through the Holy Spirit in us as vessels of Light on Earth, triumphant on the narrow Way (John 1:4 & 9:4-5).

Although God's Light is eternal, giving Life to all for a time, we should realize that following Him closely and walking honestly while able, keeps the Sons and Daughters of the Day away from terrors at Night, overcoming disease and death to likewise rise from the grave (John 12:35, 1 John 1:5, 1 Thess. 5:5, Ps. 91:5-8).

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, thank You, LORD, Glorious Father, for Your Light in and around me, made manifest by The Holy Spirit keeping me strengthened to continually proclaim the Gospel of Salvation so that as many as receive Your Word may be awakened out of gloom to live forever in everlasting light,

Amen (Isa. 60:19-20)!

From John 8:12

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FAR FROM SIN

The Good News reveals the Love of God to all, that as many as are brought before Jesus Christ, who believe and receive Him, in repentance from their past sins, will definitely be saved by Him; for, "while we were still sinners, He died for us," (John 3:16, Rom. 5:8, Heb. 9:28). Also, God's Love is so great that He never wishes to destroy lives, nor condemn anyone; rather, through our faith in Christ Jesus we remain safe and preserved as Heirs of the Father who is patient until the end (Luke 9:56, John 3:17, 2 Pet. 3:9).

Therefore, having been redeemed by grace, we have no reason to return to sin which only results in condemnation and worse consequences; still, we should remain faithfully committed to the growth of His advancing Kingdom while living for His glory, as citizens of Heaven on Earth (John 5:14, Heb. 10:26-27).

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, for I am safe in Your hands, protected from the accuser of the brethren. Please keep me strengthened by the Holy Spirit to forgive and love people as I remain forgiven and determined to live for Your glory in Christ Jesus, Your Son,

Amen (1 John 3:5-10 & Psalm 103).

From John 8:11 (Verse not added to the original text.)

JUDGING ANOTHER

Having been born of the Spirit as chosen vessels ordained by the LORD, serving in His Vineyard, we are graciously given the right to judge righteously through the Holy Spirit as the True Judge who dwells in us (1 Cor. 2:15). Even when the Law allows us to declare judgment as witnesses to a crime, we should always remember, "to err is human and to forgive is Divine;" besides, no one conceived of the flesh is righteous; yet, by faith in Christ Jesus, we are justified (Deut. 17:6-9, Ps. 143:2, Matt. 6:14, Gal. 2:16). 

Also, while we are being placed in priestly positions of authority to judge and cast out, we must be willing to remain in right-standing with God, living and walking in the Spirit so that the LORD may make known His righteous judgment on all brought before us, not merely our flesh pronouncing condemnation on them; for whenever a man condemns another, he also brings forth condemnation against himself, as only the Spirit is the Perfect Judge of all (Rom. 2:1, Ps. 51:5, 1 Pet. 1:15-17).

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, Jesus Christ, for I'm redeemed by grace through receiving Your Word and precious blood, which makes those seeking to condemn me powerless at the declaration of Your Word. Please continue to set me apart for use in purifying your body; blessed be Your Holy Name,

Hallelujah!

From John 8:7 (Verse not added to the original text.)

DIVIDED BECAUSE OF CHRIST

Having received Christ and living for Him as ambassadors of the Kingdom makes us unique as Sons of God. This confuses the kingdom of darkness; in retaliation they divide those around us, being weakened in the Spirit, with uncertainty concerning our identity in Christ (John 7:12). Sometimes our calling brings about denial or separation between loved ones because many are not ready to change and in their minds, those who are born again are deemed different, undeserving of their favor and support (Luke 12:52-53).

Being rejected by others shouldn't stop us from living to the fullest in God's service, for it's only a trial of our faith. Besides, the LORD is with us and no harm will befall us, for He is our strength and shield, being our very present help in times of need, protecting and delivering us from all evil so that we may live solely to the fulfillment of His Divine mandate on Earth (Psalms 28:7-8 & 46:1).

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, thank You, Heavenly Father, for keeping me safe from harm, captivity and every manipulation of the wicked, as I endlessly declare Your Salvation to the World. Please, continue to gracefully preserve me so that I may never fear men nor fall, yet remain vindicated as the Redeemed of the LORD,

Amen.

From John 7:43-44

VESSELS READY TO GO

Everyone ministering for God's Kingdom in Christ Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, is meant to live a fulfilled life in the short period of time assigned by the LORD. As we minister with all dedication and commitment in Truth and Spirit, overcoming every challenge that comes our way through Christ who lives in us, we will surely be received by the LORD our Heavenly Father and counted among the saints on the last day (Mark 16:19).

Since no man truly knows when the LORD will request the return of his spirit, we need to remain active as Ministers, ready to be at peace with the Father at all times, so that we may graciously be accepted by Him when He demands our presence (Luke 12:35).

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, Heavenly Father, for giving me the grace to be found acceptable for Your glory, in this lifetime. Please, keep me motivated both physically and spiritually to live to the fulfillment of Your Divine mandate, on Earth as it is in Heaven, so I may be welcomed home in Christ Jesus, Your Son whom I follow, as a faithful and true servant,

Amen.

From John 7:33-34

RIGHT FROM THE SENDER

Being true and faithful Christians living solely for God's advancing Kingdom, we do not seek our own glory but that of our Heavenly Father who sends us, by whom we are consecrated through the Holy Spirit to serve in His Vineyard as members of the Body of Christ (Prov. 25:27, John 5:41, Col. 3:17). This makes us unique among men who rely on their own understanding, forgetting that we are only vessels in the Potter's hands, "all authority comes from God," and only He deserves all the glory, honor and adoration in Christ Jesus, our LORD (Rom. 13:1). Proclaiming the Gospel with all our might shows we have the Holy Spirit by whom we are taught in order to share the true message (Col. 3:23) 

PRAYER: Thank You, LORD, for only You deserve all the glory, honor, and majesty in Christ Jesus, the Light of the World. Please keep me honest and satisfied in humbly seeking Your glory as I proclaim Your Word, so I may be lifted up on the last day and remain 

deserving of Your blessings and favor, in Jesus' name,

Amen.

From John 7:18

HATED FOR THE TRUTH

Christians are hated by the sons of men and the culture of the world only as a result of the Gospel which we proclaim in Truth; for the mindsets of many are distracted with earthly positions as we make known to their conscience that every soul will definitely give account of their actions on the last day (John 15:18-19). This is our calling and identity in Christ Jesus, which makes us different from the World, being chosen vessels of mercy, set apart to advance God's Kingdom.

Moreover, the sons of men who indulge in unfruitful, evil and deceitful deeds love darkness rather than Light which exposes, reproves and convicts, placing them in a position of condemnation without the Love of God (John 3:19, Eph 5:11 & 12). So, as long as we remain in the Last Ark of Salvation, we do not need to worry about nor feel intimidated by their hatred, yet we should be even more determined to keep sharing the Good News of Salvation and praying for our enemies so that we may live to the fulfillment of our Christ Calling as Heirs of Father (Luke 6:27-28).

PRAYER: In Jesus' Name, thank You, Heavenly Father, for making me a vessel of the Good News of Truth freely available to the World because of Your Sacrifice. Please continue to lead me, through the Holy Spirit, so that I may always overcome hatred with Your Love in me as the Light of the World,

Amen.

From John 7:7

CHOSEN VESSELS

Vessels of God's mercy, Christians have been called out of darkness and chosen by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ to live for God's glory, advancing His Kingdom by doing the will of the Father on Earth as it is in Heaven; still, some may go astray by turning against their Calling and Identity in Christ as a result of wrong and worldly influence - making them vessels of wrath, meant for destruction (Luke 6:13, 1 Peter 2:9, Rom. 9:21-23).

To avoid this, we need to remain faithfully committed in our service to the LORD, embracing our identity as Heirs of the Father while we live meditating on His Word, praising Him and placing His Kingdom first and above all our thoughts and desires so that there may not be room in our hearts for deception by the wicked one even as, "the filthy go on being made filthy and the holy go on being made holy," for time is short. (Matt. 6:33, John 1:8, Rev. 22:11).

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, thank You, LORD, for calling and anointing me as a vessel of Your Word, chosen to live for the fulfillment of Your Divine will: advancing Your Kingdom. Please, keep me focused on the Son and overcoming all distractions so that I may forever live for Your glory,

Amen.

From John 6:70-71