ESTABLISHING YOUR KINGDOM

The Kingdom reign of Christ, is established in the hearts of all who are in full submission to God's will, by faith in Christ Jesus; first as a tiny Mustard seed, which later becomes a mighty Tree, accommodating and sheltering souls seeking for Salvation, and by discipling them to keep bearing fruits that remain, for God's glory. This advances the Kingdom of Heaven, which is the purpose of Christ's Calling, and the evidence of our faith, planted in us through the Word of God, for the Salvation of souls, who dwell in the Most High.

Moreover, the Great Commission given to us, as Disciples of Christ, is not only to convert souls for God's Kingdom; rather, we should also endeavor to continue discipling them, as they share the Kingdom of Heaven with others, by teaching them to observe the statutes of Christ compassionately to all, in Love, that they may also become vessels of honor (Matthew 28:19-20).

PRAYER: Thank you, LORD Jesus Christ, for establishing your Kingdom to reign in my heart, by faith in your Word of Truth, that I may continue to gain eternity as a living sacrifice, worthy of your glorious works, in Jesus' name;

Amen.

From Luke 13:18-19

INSTANT MIRACLE

God's miraculous works, through His chosen and ordained vessels, are mostly instantaneous; Our Healer is changing lives, and redeeming souls for His glory. This confirms both the Messenger and the Good News of Salvation which he proclaims, because the breakthrough, restoration and Salvation attained is made permanently perfect by the LORD, and seen by both the Faithfuls and witnessed by unbelievers, as a testimony of His greatness, love, and compassion for all.

However, every instantaneous miracle takes place only when we are closer to the Father, through the Son, Jesus Christ, and having communion with the Holy Spirit, by whom the miracle is made manifest, for our good, to the glory of God, that the Truth may be revealed in love as the Light of God to all. He is confirming redeeming grace as life, to all who believe in His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. So, let's continue moving closer to the LORD, by constantly meditating on His Word, as His chosen vessels, that the gift of the Holy Spirit in us will remain manifest in our lives, even as we endlessly proclaim the gospel of Salvation to all, in Christ Jesus.

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, Heavenly Father, thank you for making me a vessel of your glorious works, assigned to declare the Truth of the Gospel, touching and changing lives miraculously, for the Salvation of souls;

Amen.

From Luke 13:12-13

FAITHFULLY ACTIVE

Every Christian needs to be faithfully active by working and living in God's Word, not just by meditating and affirming it to oneself alone; still, we have to continuously move ahead, taking the knowledge of the gospel of Christ to the reach of all, searching through the sea and fields, fishing and seeking for souls who need redemption, that we may remain spiritually and faithfully active, bearing fruits that remain, for God's glory, in Christ Jesus. Gaining souls for Christ and nurturing them develops our Faith, making it to grow, even as we become more fruitful in the Lord's Vineyard; converting souls, and discipling them for the advancement of God's Kingdom.

So, let's not relent in our faithful service to the LORD, even as we work in love, to remain fruitful for His glory, being readily prepared for the final harvest, as labourers in His Vineyard, waiting patiently for the Master's coming.

PRAYER: Thank you LORD, Jesus Christ, for nurishing me in your Vineyard, being Strengthened by the Holy Spirit to reach more souls, bearing fruits that remains for your glory in Jesus' mighty name;

Amen. 

From Luke 13:6-9

SIN AND CALAMITY

Though every sin invites punishment, causing divine separation between man and God (Mark 15:34); not being in communion with the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 59:2) leads to spiritual death as a result of one falling short of God's glory (Romans 3:23, 6:23.) Men may realize where they might have fallen, and in faith, must come into repentance before it's too late. Punishment may come in the form of calamities in order to rebuke or reprimand anyone who sinned, yet has no remorse or will of repentance, even so,  not every calamity is a sign of God's punishment for pervasive sin.

Therefore, we mustn't suppose every calamity to be the wrath or judgement of God for one's sins, for it could be a test of faith, causing us to give thanks for life's blessings; rather we should continue to faithfully live a repentant life, in the Way of Christ Jesus, being free from guilt and defilement, that we may remain triumphantly victorious over every trial or temptation we come across in life, as "more than conquerors," in Christ Jesus.

PRAYER: Thank you, LORD, for granting us the grace, through faith in mighty Christ Jesus, to overcome sin; being free from your wrath, and Strengthened by the Holy Spirit to remain triumphantly victorious over every tribulation, forever together with Your Son;

Amen.

From Luke 13:2-5

MAKE PEACE WITH ENEMIES

Always endeavor to live peaceably with all, and never relent in reconciling with anyone whom you've offended, before it's too late, that you may be found innocent before God and men. Also, you shouldn't be hasty in taking your case before a worldly judge nor start any argument, but extend favor, that you might not be found guilty before the law (Proverbs 25:8). Jesus didn't fight with any human, but while we were still sinners, gave His life up.

Moreover, living generously with one another, and making the effort now, brings about progress, as a result of the bond of love and unity. So, let's endeavor to encourage peaceful co-existence among ourselves, for it's always pleasant when brethren dwell together in unity (Psalm 133:1-3).

PRAYER: Dear LORD, Jehovah shalom; the God of peace, thank you for the Spirit of reconciliation, by which our ears are restored through hearing your Word, Jesus Christ, in the stillness, this day, that we may continue to live peaceably with all in Jesus' Holy name, forever;

Amen.

From Luke 12:56-57

HYPOCRITES & Wisdom

The nature of hypocrites is basically to take on the character of the Accuser, to condemn others of that which they know within their hearts that they are primarily guilty of; for they proclaim self-righteousness in public, yet they are not pure in heart, and their hands are defiled with dirt accumulated through their deceptive ways. Though they never fail to point an accusing finger at others, with more fingers pointing back, pretending their wrong deeds are kept hidden in their secret closet; like a skeleton, they will surely be exposed in short time, "for there is nothing covered that will not be revealed." (Luke 12:2)

We each know what is right and evil; yet, deceived, liars and cowards chose to accommodate that which is unholy only for their selfish, short-term gain, of fear and pride. So, let's not be actors for a changing audience, rather we ourselves should be fired up to make the difficult changes now, and continue embracing and proving the Truth of God's Word, by living humbly repentant, in Faithful and True, that we may remain abounding in His Grace, Love and Mercy, even as we remain in rightstanding with God, in Christ Jesus.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, thank you for Your Son who brings us the Spirit of discernment, that we may not only know right from wrong, but also be Holy, as we embrace the Truth of the Gospel; not being hypocrites, yet living wisely by faith, for the Salvation of our souls, in Christ Jesus;

Amen.

From Luke 12:56-57

GOOD NEWS CAUSING DIVISION

The lack of understanding and misinterpretation of the Gospel of Christ, leading to disagreement, causing division among men, even in the Church, is as a result of many who only seek to obey different traditions and doctrines in order to justify themselves, simply trying to satisfy their feelings, to proclaim self-righteousness before all. Yet living by these religious traditions of men, one can not be justified by works of the law, but by faith in perfect, innocent Christ Jesus (Galatians 2:16).

Furthermore, the acceptance of man-made doctrines, religious traditions, and sinners who selfishly call themselves believers, by some neglecting the teachings of the gospel in Christ Jesus, is the source of many divisions amongst family members, friends, and also in the Church; from here, deceivers need to be cast out and no longer associated with, even if no longer allowing evil deeds in the body leads to the creation of different denominations, having different standards of worship.

So, let's come together in great unity as Christians, only embracing the teachings of Christ in common, as the New Covenant, established in love for the Salvation of repentant souls, in Christ Jesus, the Righteousness of God, seeking wisdom through our communion with the Holy Spirit, for a Divine understanding of the Gospel, that souls may be discipled rightly, for the Vineyard service, when its rightful owner returns.

PRAYER: LORD, thank you for the revelation of the Gospel in Christ Jesus, through the Wisdom of the Holy Spirit, which gives us Divine understanding to live the life of Christ, being separated from all evil, for your glory in Christ Jesus;

Amen.

From Luke 12:51-53