The Essentiality of Divine Power II

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Welcome to Sunday, the *_1st day of DECEMBER 2024._* This is DECEMBER – OUR MONTH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION! Receive your *GOOD NEWS* as our joy is divinely reborn in this *_Happy New Month!_*

Let us Sing:
*_When I come into your presence,_*
*_I’m so happy._*
*_When I come into your presence,_*
*_I’m so glad._*
*_In your presence, there is anointing –_*
*_Your Spirit moves around me._*
*_In your presence, anointing breaks the yoke!_*

❤ *_In Jesus’ Name, the God of Love and Divine Power will destroy those invisible powers that turn your helpers and favours against you, your spouse, children, ministry, and endeavours. Today, you will receive the power of divine presence. Receive indomitable favours, in Jesus’ Name!_*
AMEN! 💕

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Our *THEME:*
💕*_“ESSENTIALITY OF DIVINE POWER II”_* 💕

🦅 *TEXT: Matthew 7:7-8.*

*_Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: for everyone that asks receives; he that seeks finds, and to him that knocks it shall be opened!_* 💕

💕 Our *BIBLE PASSAGES:*
*Exodus 33: 12-16; Acts of the Apostles 13: 6-12.* 🦅

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*Exodus 33: 12-17* (Power of God’s Presence).

12. *_Then Moses said to the Lord, “See, You say to me, ‘Bring up this people.’ But You have not let me know whom You will send with me. Yet You have said, ‘I know you by name, and you have also found grace in My sight.’_*

13. *_Now therefore, I pray, if I have found grace in Your sight, show me now Your way, that I may know You and that I may find grace in Your sight. And consider that this nation is Your people.”_*

14. *_And He said, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”_*

15. *_Then he said to Him, “If Your Presence does not go with us, do not bring us up from here._*

16. *_For how then will it be known that Your people and I have found grace in Your sight, except You go with us? So we shall be separate, Your people and I, from all the people who are upon the face of the earth.”_*

17. *_So the Lord said to Moses, “I will also do this thing that you have spoken; for you have found grace in My sight, and I know you by name.”_*
– Exodus 33: 12-17. (NKJV). 💕

*Acts of the Apostles 13: 6-12.* (Preaching the Cyprus)

6. *_Now, when they had gone through the island to Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew whose name was Bar-Jesus,_*

7. *_who was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, an intelligent man. This man called for Barnabas and Saul and sought to hear the word of God._*

8. *_But Elymas the sorcerer (for so his name is translated) withstood them, seeking to turn the proconsul away from the faith._*

9. *_Then Saul, who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him_*

10. *_and said, “O full of all deceit and all fraud, you son of the devil, you enemy of all righteousness, will you not cease perverting the straight ways of the Lord?_*

11. *_And now, indeed, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you shall be blind, not seeing the sun for a time.” Immediately, a dark mist fell on him, and he went around seeking someone to lead him by hand._*

12. *_Then the proconsul believed, when he saw what had been done, being astonished at the teaching of the Lord._*
– Acts of the Apostles 13: 6-12. (NKJV). 💕

🦅 And, Our *Hymn is: _“GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS” by_ Thomas Obadiah Chisholm _Composed by_ William M. Runyan / _Maranatha! Music._* 💕

Great is Thy faithfulness,
O God, my Father.
There is no shadow of turning with Thee.
Thou changest not –
Thy compassions they fail not.
As Thou hast been
Thou forever will be.

*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Morning by morning, new mercies I see_*
*_And all I have needed Thy hand hath provided_*
*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Lord unto me._*

Pardon for sin,
And a peace that endureth.
Thine own dear presence to cheer
And to guide.
Strength for today
And bright hope for tomorrow.
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside.

*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Lord every morning new mercies I see_*
*_And all I have needed Thy hands hath provided_*
*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Great is Thy faithfulness_*
*_Lord unto me_*
*_So faithful to me_*

The credits for the hymn *_“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”_* are:
• Thomas Obadiah Chisholm: He wrote the lyrics in 1923.
• William M. Runyan: Composed the music.
Chisholm was a Methodist minister and poet from Kentucky. He wrote the poem about God’s faithfulness in his life. Runyan was a musician associated with the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. After reading Chisholm’s poem, Runyan composed the music for it.
The phrase “great is thy faithfulness” comes from the Old Testament Book of Lamentations 3:23. The hymn was popularised by Billy Graham’s crusades and the Moody Bible Institute.
Maranatha Music rendered the piece here!

🦅 The *GOOD NEWS!* 💕
*_Let us pray:_*

1. God’s promise for your life – and my life – shall no more be delayed: I enter into God’s presence today in Jesus’ Name!

2. God has caused them to vanish: every evil dream against your success and mine will never manifest, in the mighty Name of Jesus.

3. (Luke 11: 20) With the finger of God, O Holy Spirit – quench every battle against my life and my destiny’s helpers, in Jesus’ Name.

4. Everything is working for my breakthrough and in my favour. Money has become my obedient servant: With every unmerited favour, it flows to me now and forever, in Jesus’ Name.

5. Let every agent of darkness sent against me choose between repenting to work in my favour and perishing – in Jesus’ Name.

6. (Acts. 13:6-12) I arrest every antagonist of my greatness with blindness, deafness and dumbness as I walk in the power of God’s presence – in the Name of Jesus Christ.

7. (Isaiah 51:9-11) Awake, O arm of the Lord and destroy every merciless attacker of my fulfilment, in Jesus’ Name.

AMEN. 💕

*_I now command every sickness, emotional, financial or spiritual barrenness, and failure in your life, home and ministry to vanish NOW, in Jesus’ Name._*

Our *GOOD NEWS* is titled *“The Essentiality of Divine Power II”*

🦅 *TEXT: Matthew 7:7-8._*

*_Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: for everyone that asks receives; he that seeks finds, and to him that knocks it shall be opened._* 💕

*Hymn on focus: _“Great is thy Faithfulness.”_*

Beloved, the month – December – is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. The first 24 days of December fall into the liturgical season known as *_Advent_* and are represented by the liturgical colour purple — a symbol of penance, mortification and the sorrow of a contrite heart. God forgives, heals and empowers the penitent to live meaningful, better lives.

The divine empowerment begins with *“The Essentiality of Divine Power,”* as we said in the first part of this discourse. Here, we were enlightened that to have the power to possess our possessions, we need the contents of *Exodus 33: 12-17* (Power of God’s Presence) and *Acts 13:6-12* where we get the assurance of the power to defeat the strongman against our calling, life, family and destiny.

💕 We consulted our source through our owner’s manual—the Holy Bible. With faith, we prayed following divine directives. Earlier in the week, we held on to three keywords from our text: *_Ask, Seek, and Knock!* We are moving forward today! 🦅

In our Old Testament Lesson, Moses asked, believed, and received what he requested. We usually ask and do not receive because our obedience is incomplete. We must belong to God for His promises to work in our lives. Hence, God’s blessings are blessings of obedience. Then you can ask and receive fulfilment!
Moses requested and received God’s presence, which dwelt with him throughout his campaign to lead God’s people to the promised land. He became an awe-inspiring leader who was feared and honoured to this day. With the presence of God, Moses became an enigma. *_We all need this Power of God’s Presence!_*

In the New Testament, Paul and Barnabas’ Preaching and teaching of the word of God converted the Pro-Consul, Sergius Paulus, in Cyprus. Elymas the Sorcerer – Bar-Jesus – stood as the hinderer of the gospel but witnessed a huge defeat. You also need God’s presence of power to discern the evil blockade and act right to save souls. In our hearts, this ingrains the worth of a soul: The forces of evil and good must clash to save a soul. The presence of God makes impossibility possible. The New Testament Lesson discusses God’s Holy Spirit’s Power to expose and defeat evil powers. *_If we need God’s POWER to discern spirits and take prompt and appropriate action, then all believers need God’s power!_*

We defined Essentiality, Power, and Authority as they illuminate our discourse on *_the Essentiality of Divine Power._*

*_The Essentiality of Divine Power_* refers to the indispensability of the authority and the power of God’s presence in the life and deeds of a Christian for the manifestation of divine possibilities and fulfilment. When we are in God’s presence, He will have His way and make all our impossibilities give way to positive achievements.

💕 Our *GOOD NEWS* is titled *“The Essentiality of Divine Power II”*

🦅 *TEXT: Matthew 7:7-8.*
*_Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: for everyone that asks receives; he that seeks finds, and to him that knocks it shall be opened._* 💕

To drive home our discourse today, Beloved, we gather to explore the essentiality of divine power in our lives. In an ever-changing world, we often feel powerless against the challenges and adversities we face. Yet, in Matthew 7:7-8, Jesus offers us a profound assurance that God’s divine power is available to those who seek it. Let us examine why we need divine power, how to secure our rights to success, and how to find a permanent position in God’s presence.

1. *Why We Need Divine Power:*
Divine power is essential because it empowers us to overcome obstacles and fulfil our God-given purpose. Here are our benefits:

*_Strength in Weakness:_*
In 2 Corinthians 12:9, Apostle Paul writes, *_“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”_* Here, we see that divine power is most evident when we are at our weakest, highlighting our dependence on God.

*_Victory Over Sin:_*
Romans 8:37 states, *_“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”_* It is through divine power that we gain victory over sin and the struggles of this world. Without it, we may find ourselves defeated and discouraged.

*_Guidance During Decision Making:_*
Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, *_“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”_*
Divine guidance is crucial for making decisions that align with God’s will.

*_Get the Power to Give!_*
A notable verse that emphasises the role of God’s power in the creation of wealth, as well as the importance of generosity, is Deuteronomy 8:18, which states:
*_“But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today.”_* (NIV)

This verse highlights that we can obtain wealth through God’s provision and empowerment, reminding us of our responsibility to use that wealth for good, including helping those in need.

For a New Testament perspective, you might also consider Acts 20:35:
*_“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work, we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'”_* (NIV).

*_Giving makes you blessed. It places you in a position of permanent importance in God’s presence._*  So, God gives us so that we may assist His mission and help the needy. The preceding verses convey the dual message of reliance on God for provision and the call to generosity.

 

2. *How to Secure Our Rights to Success:*
To secure our rights to success, we must actively seek and align ourselves with God’s purpose for our lives.

*_Persistent Prayer:_*
Matthew 7:7 encourages us to ask, seek, and knock. This persistent pursuit is fundamental. Philippians 4:6 says, *_“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”_*

*_Faith in Action:_*
James 2:17 states, *_“Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.”_* We must act upon our faith, taking steps in alignment with God’s divine will while trusting in His power to guide us.

*_Embrace Divine Wisdom:_*
Proverbs 2:6 reminds us, *_“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”_* Seeking God’s wisdom guarantees that the success we pursue is in harmony with His plans.

 

3. *How We Can Find a Permanent Position in God’s Presence:*
Finding a permanent position in God’s presence requires intentionality and persistence in our relationship.

*_Cultivate a Relationship through Prayer and Worship:_*
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 encourages us to *_“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances.”_* Regular communication with God solidifies our position in His presence.

*_Obedience to His Word:_*
John 15:7 teaches us, *_“If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”_*
Living obediently keeps us intertwined with God’s heart, ensuring we can confidently ask and receive.

*_Fellowship with Fellow Believers:_*
Hebrews 10: 24-25 encourages us to recognise our meeting together. When we come together in fellowship, we strengthen each other, encouraging one another to remain in God’s presence.

*_Get the Power to Give!_*
A notable verse that emphasises the role of God’s power in the creation of wealth, as well as the importance of generosity, is Deuteronomy 8:18, which states:
*_“But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today.”_* (NIV)

This verse highlights that we can obtain wealth through God’s provision and empowerment, reminding us of our responsibility to use that wealth for good, including helping those in need.

For a New Testament perspective, you might also consider Acts 20:35:
*_“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work, we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'”_* (NIV).

*_Giving makes you blessed. It places you in a position of permanent importance in God’s presence._*  So, God gives us so that we may assist His mission and help the needy. The preceding verses convey the dual message of reliance on God for provision and the call to generosity.

 

Beloved people of God, divine power is not an abstract concept but a vital source of strength, guidance, and success. We can secure a permanent position in God’s presence by recognising our need for divine power, actively seeking God’s wisdom, and establishing a continuous relationship with Him. The English Standard Version (ESV) Bible warns about certain people, mostly critics and liberal minds, who are half-hearted about godliness: *_“Having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power. Avoid such people”_*
Such people—where they are in the body of believers—are either carnal or nominal Christians. Let us be bold in our prayers and relentless in our pursuit of God’s power, for He is faithful to respond to our Christ-centred demands.

We serve a God who desires to empower, uplift, and draw us closer to Him. Remember Matthew 7:7-8 and embrace the promise that when we ask, seek, and knock, our loving Father will open previously unseen doors and supply us with the divine power necessary to thrive. So shall it be. Amen.

*_I pray that the Holy Spirit will open our eyes, giving us the ability to see beyond the physical; open our ears to hear His voice of instruction, our minds to discern the perfect law of liberty, and our hearts to receive the overpowering reason that towers above emotions, in Jesus’ Name!_*

*_Amen._* 💕

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*I now prophesy, according to the Word of God, that YOU will not become Satan’s prey in this End-Time where the enemy of God strives to win souls through human beings’ growing inordinate ambitions to live in a world without GOD. The human desire and demonic demand of this ageing world will not swallow you up – in Jesus’ Name.*

🦅 *_At Christ Jesus’ inspired word, the great help of God will cause you to flourish, annihilating your fears and destroying the traps set for you at these dangerous times, in Jesus’ mighty Name. ONLY BELIEVE!_* 🙏

GLORY BE TO GOD!

*_Alleluia!_*

🦅 *Again, Let Us Pray!* 🙏

1. 💕 (Acts. 13: 6-12) *_My Father, My God: destroy every assassin set to murder my glory on my path to fulfilment, in Jesus’ Name!_*

2. 💕 *_In Jesus’ Name, I speak against every demonic bridge that leads battles to me and my destiny: catch fire and break into pieces!_*

3. 💕 *_Jesus has rescued me from the demonic prison: I enter my dominion. Every “conspiracy of darkness” against my soul, die, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*

4. 💕 *_I possess my sanctification and consecration into righteous living, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*

5. 💕 *_I reject every weakness and failure. I regain the anointing to remain in God’s presence, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*

6. 💕 *_In Jesus’ mighty Name, I possess my success in ministry, marriage, relationships, health and well-being!_*

7. 💕 *_O you positive energy – possess my thought life; O you goodness and success, become my reality as I possess the master keys to rise from grace to grace in righteousness – in the Name of Jesus Christ._*

 

*_As God’s Anointed, I humbly prophesy, according to the Word of God, the evil declarations against your life are NOW divinely annulled and defeated, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*

*_Every plan of the Kingdom of darkness against your soul has perished – forever, in Jesus’ mighty Name._*

💕 *_As for me and my household – including these prayer partners reading, hearing and praying along – we shall serve the living God in sound health, good wealth and prosperity of our souls, in Jesus’ Name!_*

*_I love you, in Jesus’ Name!_* 💕

*God Bless You!*

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HAVE A VICTORIOUS NEW MONTH AND A FULFILLED LIFE, in Jesus’ Name.* 🌹

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