CREATION THROUGH THE WORD

By the Word of the LORD, Jesus Christ, the Heavens and the Earth were made, as well as all their inhabitants therein, and by the breath of His mouth, life was given to humankind, that we may live for His glory (Psalms 33:6 & 9). He is before all things, and in Him, all things cohere together; for by Him, all things were created, both visible and invisible - whether thrones, dominions, principalities, or powers, because He is the source of all existence (Colossians 1:16-17).

Therefore, let's hold on to our faith in Christ Jesus, by whom all things were created, that we may receive the Divine revelation of His glorious works, as we love, and live for His glory through the Holy Spirit, as co-heirs with Christ.

PRAYER: In Jesus' mighty Name, thank You LORD, for making me a living soul, gracefully commissioned to declare Your everlasting existence, and testify of Your exceeding greatness to all - reaching souls and changing lives, solely for the advancement of Your Kingdom, in Your Holy Name;

Amen.

From John 1:3

THE WORD IS WITH GOD

Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, the image and Son of God, has ever been in and with Elohim, as the Word of God from the beginning of creation (Genesis 1:1). His existence was first declared by Moses, using the plural form of the Hebrew word  Elohim, to identify God creating both Heaven and Earth, and in the creation of mankind of which is written, "then God said, let "Us" make man in our image [...] male and female," which is the image of God the Almighty Father sending His seed into the world, who is Christ, whose side contains the Bride, sent quickened by His Spirit (Genesis 1:26-27).

Furthermore, Christ's Divine existence is eternally united with God, and our faith in Him brings us closer to the Father, even as we remain steadfast in His service - bearing fruits that remain for His glory, as Heirs of God's Kingdom.

PRAYER: Thank you, LORD, Jesus Christ, the Author and Finisher of our faith, for Your presence in my life makes me complete - being eternally filled with God's Love in Christ Jesus;

Amen.

From John 1:2

THE WORD IS GOD

The eternal existence of Jesus Christ, the Word of God, has being before the beginning of Heaven or Earth's creation; "and in Him all things consist," as all creations flow from the Living Source who really holds all things we see and hear, together (Genesis 1:1, Colossians 1:17-20). Besides, Jesus' identity is in the Father and the Father expresses Himself in the Word, which makes Him One with the Father as God, the great I Am that I Am (John 8:58 & 14:11).

Furthermore, Jesus Christ, being the Revelation of Elohim, in whose very image and likeness we've been made, became flesh, revealing God's abundant grace and the Truth, that we may behold the riches of His glory - having been redeemed by His precious blood (John 1:14, Revelation 12:11). Also, God's presence in our lives through His Word, Jesus Christ, has given us a Divine understanding, that we may intimately know Him who is True, even as we abide in Him who gives Eternal Life; so, we can accurately preach the Word to all people, being Heirs of His Kingdom (1 John 5:20).

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, thank you, LORD, Eternal and Gracious Father, for Your presence in my life through Your Word, which reveals the Truth and expresses Your Love, that I may remain blessed with the Divine understanding of Your Grace in my life;

Amen.

From John 1:1

CHRIST'S ASCENSION

The ascension of Jesus Christ, being raised up to Heaven in a cloud, affirms His authority over all things in Heaven and on Earth (Daniel 7:13-14, Ephesians 1:20-22, Philippians 2:9-11). Having been lifted high to sit at the right hand of God, the Almighty Father, has made Him the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, ruling over the Church as its head, while all principalities and powers remain subject to His Divine authority (Ephesians 1:22-23, 1 Peter 3:22).

Therefore, inspired by His wondrous and marvelous works in our lives, our faithful actions reveal our submission in humility. We as members of His body, endlessly worship Him in Truth and the Spirit; placing Him first, as the Highest Authority in all our endeavors.

PRAYER: Thank you, LORD, Jesus Christ, as my head above, for making me a member of Your body. I am submitting to Your Divine Authority while I worship You, as my Lord and Savior, from the depth of my heart.

Blessed be Your Holy Name;

Hallelujah!

From Luke 24:50-53

THE FATHER'S PROMISE

Having been promised the gift of the Holy Spirit, by our Heavenly Father, as faithful Christians, chosen and called to openly live out the teachings of Christ, being ambassadors of God's Kingdom on Earth, we should endeavor to abide in Him, that His power may remain active in us, through the manifestation of the Holy Spirit, which confirms Jesus is Faithful and True (Luke 11:13 & John 14:13).

Furthermore, the fulfillment of His Promise, accompanied by the same signs, affirms our communion with Him in the Spirit, and reveals His presence from above, enveloping us as Christians in the natural, which brings forth Divine blessings and abundant favor, that we may not lack; yet, have enough to share with others for God's glory.

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, thank you, LORD, for the revelation of Your Word - who remains the Lamp to my feet, and the Light to my path, that I may always remain preserved and deserving of the comfort of the Holy Spirit in me; which affirms the fulfillment of Your Love and promise in my life with power, available to others.

Amen.

From Luke 24:49

WORD WITNESSES

Though, the first Apostles were special witnesses of the sufferings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, for they experienced the same personally; yet, as we've been baptized with the Holy Spirit - being gracefully gifted with Heavenly Wisdom to understand God's glorious Word, we've become witnesses of the Truth, ordained by the Prince of Peace to advance God's Kingdom by proclaiming the Good News of Salvation to all, no matter the cost to ourselves (Acts 1:8). This is our Christ's calling in which we are identified as Heirs of the Father, and friends, testifying of His unconditional love for us, even as we endlessly bear more fruits that remain, for His glory.

Therefore, as witnesses of Jesus, who laid down His life to take it up again, let's not relent in our selfless service; reaching out to all nations, making disciples, and teaching them with the knowledge of God's Word, to obey Jesus' instructions, "baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and the Holy Spirit," by whom we've been commissioned to do so, for the advancement of God's Kingdom (Matthew 28:19-20).

PRAYER: Thank you gracious LORD, and Ever-loving Father, for Calling and making me a witness of Your Divine Word, through the Holy Spirit, that I may always testify of Your Good News, for the Salvation of souls, in Jesus' name;

Amen.

From Luke 24:48

NECESSITY OF CHRIST'S DEATH

The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ was necessary not only for the remission of sins, and God's Salvation of mankind, but also for the fulfillment of the promises made to our fathers; Adam, Abraham, and David, in whom we've become their seeds by our submission in repentance - receiving Jesus Christ, the Promised Seed, as our Lord and Savior, even as we become united as brethren with Him (Genesis 3:15 & 12:3, 2 Samuel 7:12-14). This keeps our souls revived by the LORD, and our spirits uplifted eternally to live in His sight, as His own, through the death and resurrection of His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God (Hosea 6:2).

Furthermore, having been redeemed, we are commissioned by Christ Jesus who forgave us, to proclaim the Good News of His resurrection and redeeming grace to all nations, starting from our loved ones and neighborhood, but neglecting no soul, so that more people may be prepared for the day of harvest and second coming of Jesus Christ - the King of Kings ( Matthew 20:19).

PRAYER: In Jesus' name, thank you, Heavenly Father, for the death and resurrection of Your Son, Jesus Christ; the Holy Lamb whose blood was shed for my redemption, that my spirit may remain uplifted to live with Him, even as my soul declares Your Salvation to all nations,

Amen.

From Luke 24:46-47