The Worth Of A Soul

   In our Prayer Force during Missions week I want us to look and see people as God does. Let’s discuss the subject The Worth Of A Soul. We’ve touched on this in the past, but we need to address relevant truths that cannot be dismissed by anyone. A baby is born into a world torn by strife, conflict, wars and serious moral decay. Its parents will have to contend with many issues to keep their child from being pulled into this vacuum of insanity. They both must make an assessment and figure out what The Worth Of A Soul is to them. How much do they love their child or children? What lengths are they willing to go to?

     Education, stability, and safety are all good factors, but they do not adequately answer our subject. This child is a gift from God, an eternal soul that will forever be in God’s presence. That child only has a brief time here on earth to prepare them for an eternity that must be chosen. To raise this child without the knowledge of God and the need for salvation is a travesty. The Worth Of A Soul far exceeds any monetary value, even the deficit of the United States! You and I are precious to our Father in Heaven and He displayed tremendous love for us through Jesus on Calvary some 2000 years ago!

     The Worth Of A Soul speaks volumes because it forces one to look at a person and go beyond our own reasoning. You are more precious than diamonds, rubies, silver, platinum or gold. My friend the combined value of a million acres cannot be compared to you! You were sent here with a purpose from God. We are here on assignment for His Kingdom, and we cannot afford to miss out on God’s plan for our lives. Do not allow death to remove you before you’ve completed your mission that has been drawn out by God for you alone! No one should value our children greater than we parents! If someone else places more value on your children than you do, that is definitely wrong! The Worth Of A Soul is a challenge to us personally because we are special to our Heavenly Father.

March 2 to March 8, 2008

How Far Would You Go?

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
Isaiah 55:8-9

         As I was preparing this lesson, this thought kept flashing in my mind and soon began to resonate in my spirit. I kept hearing, How Far Would You Go? Obviously I was expected to give an answer, and I truly believe each of us need to be able to respond also. Someone may be thinking, explain that statement, How Far Would You Go for what? We’re speaking about Missions and Souls here, so what would your answer be?

     My life is sold out to Missions, and getting souls won into God’s Kingdom is my passion. This is why I take my calling very seriously. God allows us to be creative in reaching out with His message so this is where, I believe, the dividing line is drawn between all of us. Let me say that I would not resort to sinning or compromising my salvation, but if you are going after souls, wisdom must be used. Where are these people currently at? Do they know about the Lord? Here’s another question, what if these folks are saved, yet are not walking according to the dictates of God’s Words? How Far Would You Go?

     Wisdom would find a needful point of contact that they can relate to, is it music, movies, sports, politics, history or wars? We each have something that we can relate to and the odds are, they would serve as a great starting point. Jesus related the Kingdom of Heaven or Kingdom of God to pearls (which of course were of great value, yet were not used by Jews because it came from something unclean). He used a fish net, a light, even salt. These all were things people could relate to and understand his message. He told stories of travelling merchants or land owners and the people understood Him. He understood the human mind and the need for it to be challenged, especially with illustrations or illustrated stories. Was He wrong that He thought “outside of the box?” How Far Would You Go? Listen, you don’t have to compromise in sharing God’s Word with others.

United In Oneness

     Our Prayer Force for this week will deal with the subject, United In Oneness. In John 14:20 amplified version we’re told “at that time (when that day comes) you will know (for yourselves) that I am in my Father, and you (are) in me, and I (am) in you.” Here we see a good example of what being United In Oneness is all about. Our titles or positions mean nothing in heaven dear ones. In God’s Kingdom, we must obey the rules of engagement if we expect to go far. Look at how the Lord portrays His relationship, and positioning with the Father, He understood that they were always United In Oneness.

     Consider what I am seeking to tell you, the Lord declared a powerful statement that has not only gotten my attention, but has gripped my heart. He said that we are in Him (Jesus), and that He (Jesus) is in us! Look back at what has transpired in your life since your salvation. Do you not know that it was the Lord’s oneness with us that has brought us this far? Hear me when I say that in the Kingdom of God we must be United In Oneness to effectively do what Abba has laid out for us. Today, look at the amount of believers who are struggling to live an overcoming celebrated life in Christ. What’s their problem? Well, they refuse, reject and are just ignorant of being United In Oneness with Christ.

     Today, you can make a difference not only in your life but in that of others around you by being United In Oneness, just as others have done. We need each other and must strive to know one another by the spirit and not simply the flesh. When we begin to live, work, fellowship and worship United In Oneness, we will see such transformation occur that will literally boggle people’s minds! We have the opportunity to step up to levels that we’ve never touched before if we would simply be United In Oneness. When this is done, walls of separation and indifference will collapse because we will then see as Abba does and behave as He expects us to. United In Oneness should be our way of life, and goals will be met and joy will be sweet!

March 9 to March 15, 2008

The Beauty of Oneness

“For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.”
I John 5:7

         Within the Body of Christ there is a certain fulfillment which we must achieve to be able to flow in the Holy Spirit as Abba desires of us. The Beauty Of Oneness teaches us that functioning victoriously in the Kingdom of God is God’s perfect way for His children to live. Schisms, divisions and clicks can all be avoided if we would just live in oneness. Allow me to define, then explain what I’m getting at when speaking about oneness. This word speaks of unity, harmony, and covenant, it also reveals agreement between two or more people hence, Oneness.

     The Beauty Of Oneness is clearly shown in the Trinity; Father, Son and Holy Spirit. As you study the Word of God it is very evident that unity is displayed in all that we see, enjoy and participate in. Look around you and you will see the beauty of our island home came as a result of it’s owner, the Lord. From the trees and plants, to the rivers,  waterfalls and ocean, look at how they all keep a balance in our ecosystem. Do you think it just occurred or stumbled into being? Of course it didn’t, it was planned by God for our pleasure. The fowls, animals and fish are provided by the oneness of the Trinity.

     The Beauty Of Oneness reveals the very heart and mind of the Trinity so that we who are created in their likeness and image can worship, love and honor them. There has never been an argument between them, nor will there ever be one! When we within the Kingdom of God begin to function in this manner, you will see that what we labor to do during our lives, will come very naturally. When we begin to walk together in agreement we will achieve greater things as Abba would have us do. Why should we be struggling when there’s a more excellent way to do it? The Beauty Of Oneness does this, and will make a believer of all who dare to accept this teaching and not see it as a challenge! The Beauty Of Oneness is a lifestyle that every believer should be living if you desire to make it through this life victoriously.