Wednesday, November 29, 2017
#14 The Power of God Came Upon the People
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: The power of God that came upon people under Finney's ministry was not something due to his presence, but to the presence of the Spirit.
People gripped by God during a service often continued under the awesome hand of the spirit after they returned home. Until they completed their repentance, restitution, and confession they found it practically impossible to go about their normal duties. (Google image, Finney).
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
#13 God's Power in the Ministry of Charles G. Finney
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: As a young law student Finney became interested in the Bible and purchased a copy. He was greatly hindered as he listened to prayers in church which never seemed to be answered.
As he became more and more concerned about his soul, Christians offered to pray for him, but he told them he did not see how it would do any good, for they were continually asking and not receiving from God. (Google image, Charles G. Finney).
Saturday, November 25, 2017
I Am a Stranger on the Earth
James H Cagle: The Bible says, “I am a stranger in the earth: hide not thy commandments from me” Ps. 119:19 (KJV).
The writer says he’s a stranger in the earth, meaning, there’s no place he goes on earth that he doesn’t feel like an outsider. (Google image, A stranger on the earth).
Thursday, November 23, 2017
#12 God's Power in the Ministry of John Wesley
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: John Wesley (1703-91), the evangelist with the burning heart, is one whose ministry was repeatedly characterized by the power of the Holy Spirit.
His conversion story is well known. His godly home environment during his childhood, his intention throughout youth methodically to discipline himself for a holy life, his promotion of the Holy Club at Oxford, his two-year missionary experience in North America, and his deep piety yet lack of the assurance of salvation—these are often cited. (Google image, John Wesley). [This page gives more information about John Wesley, if you'd care to check it out].
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
#11 It Takes Power to Extend the Kingdom
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: The kingdom of God, of heaven, of Messiah is a great Bible theme that was proclaimed by Old Testament prophets and repeatedly mentioned by Christ in the Gospels.
God is our Sovereign King. His reign in our hearts today and in the world until the return of Jesus is His saving kingdom. It is built through human hands but not by human hands. (Google image, Preach the Word).
Saturday, November 18, 2017
What Is Repentance?
Gipsy Smith: "If there is a man or woman who has been trying to live a Christian life and has no joy in it, and no victory in it, and no song in it - I know the reason.
It is that they have never repented. They have started wrong. (Google image, Sad person)
Thursday, November 16, 2017
#10 The All-Essential Power
This was said to a large group of the disciples by Jesus. The command is clear. We are not ready for Christian witness, service, or leadership until we are clothed with the promised power of the Spirit. (Google image, Jesus instructing His disciples).
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
#9 The Hand of the Lord Upon You
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: "The Hand of the Lord" is a term frequently used in the Old Testament to express God's Spirit resting upon a person whether in grace or in power.
When God gave Ezra the vision and burden for Jerusalem he went to Artaxerxes with his requests. He reports that the emperor "granted him everything he asked, for the hand of the LORD his God was on him (Ezra 7:6). (Google image, Living in God's power).
Saturday, November 11, 2017
One Invitation at a Time
Debbie McEwen: How did I come to know Christ? How did I start on my walk with Him?
I was asked the other day how I got to the point that I know him so well that whether I live or die, it is for Him.
If I live I get to do His work. If I die, I spend eternity with Him in heaven. I win either way. (Google image, Jesus, by permission by Nancy Lee Moran, nancylee@nancyleemoran.com).
Thursday, November 9, 2017
#8 The "UPON"ness of the Spirit
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: This emphasis of the Spirit of the Lord coming upon God's chosen leaders is frequently mentioned in Bible history.
"The Spirit of the LORD came upon" Othniel, and he became Israel's judge, went to war, and a forty-year peace resulted. Why could he overpower the enemy even though he had no trained army? Because of God's power upon him. (Google image, Bible Sampson).
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
#7 Do You Long for Power?
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: It is natural for you as a Christian leader to long for God's power to rest upon you and be evident in your ministry.
You have often longed for more power in prayer, in your speaking, and in your touch upon the lives of those to whom you minister. (Google image, Firey preacher)
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Jesus . . . Your Rescuer
Jesus . . . your rescuer . . .
your deliverer . . .
nothing can defeat Him,
no problem too big,
no past too dark,
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
#6 Wanted: A Burning Heart!
Dr. Wesley L. Duewel: No alternative to the Holy Spirit is available for the Christian leader. He must have a heart ablaze with love to God and love for people. (Google image, Man worshipping)
Dr. George W. Peters said,
"God, the church, and the world are looking for men with
burning hearts—hearts filled with love of God; filled
with passion for the glory of God, the gospel of Jesus
Christ, and the salvation of the lost."
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