My Life And Everything Given Are Accountable To Jesus

The apostles returned to Jesus and told him all that they had done and taught. Mark 6:30 ESV.

Dear Lord Jesus i thank you for the newness of life in my spirit, and the freshness of the gift to live with you each new day which you have created for your beautiful purposes. Whatever i have tasted, experienced and received from you, be they tangible or intangible, are blessings to help me grow into Christlikeness. However, like the disciples, i wish to acknowledge that i am to give an account to all these blessings. Lord i desire to bless as many souls who do not know you with all these riches of heavenly gifts and talents given to me. Let my life count for your glory Jesus. May this week be a victorious week filled with joy, peace and love of the Spirit. In your blessed name i pray.

Sunday Sermon Title: Christian Confusion Clarified

Speaker: Senior Pastor Rony Tan
Date: 28 Feb 2016
Venue: Lighthouse Evangelism Church

Introduction

One of the most misunderstood jargons in the church today, which we often hear is "God loves us unconditionally”.  There is no condition attached because His love is available to all regardless of race or religion. It is true that God loves even the terrorists and atheists unconditionally because “He so loved the world” (John 3:16).  Romans 5:8 reinforces this when it states that “but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us”.

However the truth is that God's love must be accepted and received. Here are the two main presumptions about God’s unconditional love.

1.    Presumption of the World about God's unconditional love

There are no such things as divine judgment and hell because of God’s unconditional love. Every one shall end up in Heaven.  But Revelation 20:15 tells us otherwise for it says, “and if anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire”.

a.    The number one priority of man is to be saved from hell, and the number two priority is that his loved ones be saved from hell. Many people ask, “Why is there a hell when God's love is unconditional?”  But God is also a God of justice and holiness.

b.    Christ's blood is freely given to every one regardless if he or she is a murderer, cheater, kidnapper, etc.  The offer is available even to the worst of sinners.  A lot of terrorists are reportedly saved by the grace of God. 

c.    Saul of Tarsus, though he regarded himself as the worst of sinners, God turned him around and he wrote about two-thirds of the New Testament.

d.    If a soul ends up in hell, Jesus will still weep for him. As God has given man the free will to choose to accept or reject His unconditional love, He cannot snatch anyone from hell when a decision to reject Him has already made.

e.    God loves us unconditionally, but the offer comes with conditions!  What are the conditions? They are:
(1) Believe in Jesus Christ - John 3:16
(2) Repent of your sins - Acts 3:19
(3) Receive Him - John 1:12
(4) Walk on the narraw way - Matthew 7:13

f.     Church is not a place for fun and games; it is also not a place for entertainment. Disneyland is the place to go for all these. Jesus warns us to beware of false prophets (Matthew 7:15). They quote Scripture out of context, for they are ravenous wolves who are leading many into walking on the broad way. They poison the gullible with the gospel of cheap grace, like poisoning a dog with a piece of good meat added with a small drop of deadly poison in each serving.

2.    Presumption of some Churchgoers about God's unconditional love

Once saved, a churchgoer does not need to do anything at all to keep his salvation. In fact he does not have to repent of any wrongdoing, because all his past sins, present sins and future sins have already been forgiven. All good works are seen as self-performance that would keep one living under the law.  Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:15-29 warns us on walking on a broad way, the teachings of false prophets and disciples, and building on a foolish foundation.

a.    a. Churchgoers are taught to just believe in positional righteousness and not practical righteousness.  I am resting in Christ; I do not need to do anything. But Jesus says that we should look at their fruits. Fruits means the way these people conduct themselves and their good works.

b.    b.  Jesus says that when you abide in Him and He in you, we shall bear much fruits. This is how we know you are a Christian for a good tree cannot bear bad fruits, and bad tree cannot bear good fruits.

c.    c.  Though we are not perfect, but our lives must reflect the fruits of our beliefs in Christ.  Churchgoers who claim that they do not follow the Ten Commandments, because they are now living by grace and not under the Law, are truly misguided and even deceived. It is the Jewish’s ceremonial laws like circumcision that are no longer binding.

d.    d. It is clear that Jesus wants us to build our foundation on the solid rock through hearing His Word and doing what the Word is teaching us. When we slip, we can get up and move on. His grace empowers us despite our imperfections. Churchgoers believe in lies will have a great fall!

e.    e. One will perish without repentance - Luke 13: 1-5. Here, Jesus is talking about religious men in Galilee, as these men died courageously for their religious faith. They were religious but had no repentance. Likewise everyone in Jerusalem, like these men, shall perish without repentance.

f.     f. In Luke 13:6-9, this parable tells us that any tree that does not bear fruits shall be cut off. Our Lord Jesus Christ who is patient even though many are not bearing fruits especially the churchgoers. He gives them more time, but a day shall come when the tree has to be cut down if there is no fruit. Evidence of born again Christian is fruits.

g.    g. In Philippians 2:12, Christians are to work out their salvation with fear and trembling. Christian life is to be cultivated and developed.

h.    h. In Matthew 5:16, Jesus wants our good deeds to be seen and thus glorify the Father in Heaven.

Conclusion

Why trees without fruits are yet to be cut off or pulled down?  It means that there is still hope. Though many churchgoers are misled, but they do have godly fear which gives them a glimmer of hope to return to the narrow way when they repent.

If a dog does not bark how can it be a dog? If a cat does now meow, how can it be a cat? Similarly, if a Christian does not bear fruits, can he or she be a Christian?

As many sunday churchgoers need time to take away the toxic which has been in the soil for many years, may they get the right and good fertilizer to start bearing the fruits that only Christ can produce in them when they abide in Him.

Reflection: Are you bearing fruits for Christ that shall have eternal value, or are you a Sunday churchgoer who keeps warming the pew week after week? If you are the latter, take heed on these four steps - Believe in Christ's love for you, Repent of your sins, Receive Him into your heart, and Walk on the narrow path by His grace.

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My Life Can Direct Sinful Man To A Holy God

For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he kept him safe. When he heard him, he was greatly perplexed, and yet he heard him gladly. Mark.6:20 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father, like John the Baptist, every child of God is able to reflect the holiness and righteousness of God Almighty bringing fear in man that could lead them to open their heart to experience the unconditional love of God. Father may my testimony reflect the goodness and grace of God pointing someone to the saving grace of Christ. In Jesus' name i pray.

Repentance, Deliverance, Healing

So they went out and proclaimed that people should repent. And they cast out many demons and anointed with oil many who were sick and healed them. Mark 6:12-13 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father like the dissciples, I know that I am saved from sins, delivered from Satan's grip, and healed of sickness because of Jesus who died on the cross and whose blood cleansed my sins, and by His stripes I am healed.  Thank you Jesus for your death had already paid the ransom for me and snatched me from the hand of Satan and his demonic spirits. Father I know that the Good News of salvation, deliverance and healing must be spread to my family members, friends, colleagues, and strangers. Increase in me Lord this desire and burden to be the bridge to enable the lost and despair to cross over to the Kingdom of light so that they shall find rest and peace in Christ.  In Jesus' blessed name I give thanks and pray.

Source Of Wisdom And Power

And on the Sabbath he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were astonished, saying, "Where did this man get these things? What is the wisdom given to him? How are such mighty works done by his hands? Mark 6:2 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father i desire to know you more each day and to walk in your love, grace and mercy. I trust you for granting me divine wisdom to manage problems, conflicts or misunderstandings. Let your love and power bless many with whom i shallcome into contact, so that they may be touched by you and draw closer to Jesus. In Jesus' wonderful name i pray.

Trust Jesus To Overcome All Fears

But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, "Do not fear, only believe." Mark 5:36 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father i thank you for this assurance of trusting in Jesus to overcome all kinds of fear. Today i commit my life to you again, and desire to do your will for i know who you are to me. You are my everything for you have saved me from sins, and showered me with steadfast love and great compassion. Truly thy lovingkindness is better than life. I love you Jesus. In your blessed name i give thanks.

If I Touch Jesus I Will Be Healed

She had heard the reports about Jesus and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his garment. For she said, "If I touch even his garments, I will be made well." And immediately the flow of blood dried up, and she felt in her body that she was healed of her disease. Mark 5:27-29 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father thank you for illuminating this passage to me in that i can come and touch Jesus daily, and my life be tranformed for the glory of God. Father may i see every fresh new day as a divine privilege for me to come and touch you and be touched by you. May i be refreshed and empowered to do your work daily. May my heart be an altar for your dwelling and a place where i can experience more of who you are to me. Let today be filled with your glorious presence shining into the hearts of the down-trodden, discouraged and deceived. Jesus, in your amazing and awesome name i pray and give thanks. Thank you for being the Healer of my spirit, soul and body.

Kneeling Before A God Who Cares

And when Jesus had crossed again in the boat to the other side, a great crowd gathered about him, and he was beside the sea. Then came one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name, and seeing him, he fell at his feet and implored him earnestly, saying, “My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well and live.” And he went with him. Mark 5:21-24 ESV.

Dear Lord Jesus, you are the the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Lord you deeply care for every soul on earth regardless of who, how and what condition each one is in or has been. As this ruler knelt before you, Lord, I imagine the tears in your eyes, the grief in your heart, and the earnest desire to see lives healed, restored, transformed and prospered for the glory of God. I pray for a greater hunger to see lost soul saved, sick people healed, and demon-posessed delivered in this last day. Lord I thank you for your great mercy and everlasting love to me and those who hear your voice and follow you.  In your mighty name I give thanks.

Sunday Sermon Title: Be Strong and Courageous

Speaker: Pastor Pacer Tan
Date: 21 Feb 2016
Church: Lighthouse Evangelism Church
Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Introduction
No matter how brave you are, it is always not sufficient, as long as you are doing it in your flesh.  For example, the disciples assured Jesus that they would be with Him all the way even unto death. But none of them did so. Today, we want to learn how to be courageous in the Lord from the book of Joshua, chapter 1, verses 1 to 9.

Background: Verses 1 – 9

Moses' generation is gone. This is a new generation under Joshua. God assures Joshua he has the promise land.  God will be with him all the way.  However, God wants him to be strong and courageous, and not to turn to left or right.  It is time for him to rise up and take this mandate and move on.

Reflection:  The promised land for us now is Heaven. We are people of promise. When we believe in Christ, we have a promised land which is Heaven. This is the place of rest. Do you believe God for your promised land?

Preparation for Joshua

If God has said that he would do it, He will do it. Why Moses’ generation failed to enter the promised land? The problem is neither Moses nor Joshua but is the people. They were fearful and did not believe they could do it. 

Reflection: God said three times to Joshua to “be strong and courageous”.  It is important for Joshua to know that he can find strength in God. His calling is His enabling. What is it in your life now that you think it is impossible to see a breakthrough? God is saying to you, “Be strong and courageous” for the strength is found in the Lord.

The Three Key Biblical Principles:

Principle One - God's promise is unleashed through faith and obedience.
Joshua needs to be strong and courageous. God’s promise is not seasonal which has expiry date. God tells Joshua to be strong and courageous three times, which means it is very important for Joshua to hear this.

A. God knows that we have the propensity to be coward and to feel weak. He wants us to be strong and courageous in Him, and not in oneself. 

B. When writing to the Philippians while he was still in prison, He told them that he was full of courage for he found strength in Christ.

C. Jesus said, "Take heart for I have overcome the world". We need to simply trust and obey for He will strengthen us in time of need.
D. There is a cycle of defeat experienced in Moses’ generation resulted in having a wounded mentality.  Joshua is tasked to break that cycle through God’s promise for them to enter the promised land.

Reflection:  As God has broken the cycle of defeat in the life of Joshua, what is your cycle of defeat that God wants to break and set you free?

2. Principle Two: Meditate and practice God's Word daily
A. Matthew 4:4 – Feeling weak after 40 days fasting in the wilderness, Jesus set an example for us to see how to practice God’s Word to overcome temptations by Satan.

B. When our soul is weary, it is during this vulnerable moment that we need God's Word to strengthen our resolve to overcome temptation and trial.
C. Meditating God’s Word brings health to our spiritual well-being. It is about intimate communion with God, so that the flesh in us recognise that eating physical bread alone is insufficient to spiritual vitality and strength.

Reflection: Satan comes subtlely alongside us, very often tempts us by putting words into our mind like “You don't need His Word now. You need your 8 hrs of sleep or you need to eat now so that you can have energy.”  During this moment, it is vital for you to tell Satan, "I need God's Word now. My strength comes from His Word. I can still have my food, sleep and sex later."

Principle Three - Fear is conquered when you know God is with you.
A. How does a child calm himself when he is feeling fearful?  He looks for his protector who is his mum or dad.  Similarly God is our protector and He calms all our fears when we come into His presence and like a child be embraced by God’s mighty, healing arms.
C. Peter experienced calmness in his heart, and was able to walk on water towards Jesus because He knew that His protector was the one who beckoned him to come to Him.

Reflection:  Who is your protector, deliverer, saviour and healer? Do you look to Jesus for every need, be it small or big, and believe that He will never leave you? Let’s be assured by His departing words of assurance before He was lifted to Heaven - “And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:28b ESV.

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God's Mercy Is Great

As he was getting into the boat, the man who had been possessed with demons begged him that he might be with him. And he did not permit him but said to him, "Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you." And he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him, and everyone marveled. Mark 5:18-20 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father your mercy is great towards me even as i also marvel with the people who heard how Christ delivered this man from the evil spirits. I thank you for i am wonderfully and fearfully created by you as the highest form of your creation. Thank you Father for setting me free from Satan, sins and sicknesses enabling me to worship you in spirit and in truth. Let someone crossing my path today taste your goodness I pray. I worship you Lord Jesus. In your mighty name i give thanks.

Jesus Is My Faith And Peace

He said to them, "Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith?" And they were filled with great fear and said to one another, "Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?" Mark 4:40-41 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father i desire to know Christ more each day for my faith is grounded in Him alone. For on Him i experience God kind of love amid rampant occurences of evil, hatred, sadness and wickedness all around the world. Thank you Father for the divine peace indwelling in my heart shielding me from many depressing voices coming from the mass media every day. May i share your peace and love caringly and lovingly with a needy person today. In Jesus' peaceful name i pray.

Nothing Is Hidden From God

And he said to them, “Is a lamp brought in to be put under a basket, or under a bed, and not on a stand? For nothing is hidden except to be made manifest; nor is anything secret except to come to light. Mark 4:21-22 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father I pray for purity in my heart so that my life shall reflect your holiness, kindness, and goodness. Help me to obey you and truly trust in you, be it small or big issues that I am concerned with knowing that you already know everything inside out. Thank you Father for yet another blessed day and another day to bless people who cross my path today. In Jesus' wonderful name I give thanks.

Do Not Be Choked By Distractions, Deceitfulness and Desires

And others are the ones sown among thorns. They are those who hear the word, but the cares of the world and the deceitfulness of riches and the desires for other things enter in and choke the word, and it proves unfruitful. Mark 4:18-19 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father I need to be reminded and be careful to take note of these three things as I walk in your love and experience your peace daily. For the cares of the world, may I not be overcome by daily wants and needs, however basic they are, for you know what is best for me all the times. May I not be pressured to gain success and recognition in ways that would sin against you.  Also, I need to be aware of the temptation to seek worldly pleasures that are temporal, thus losing sight of what would truly count for eternity. May I grow and produce fruits that matter to Christ.  Thank you Father for today's spiritual food. Increase in me the hunger for intimacy with you while living in this world of faceless communication and self-centered living. In Jesus' blessed name I pray.

Oneness In God's Family Doing His Perfect Will

And looking about at those who sat around him, he said, “Here are my mother and my brothers! For whoever does the will of God, he is my brother and sister and mother.” Mark 3:34-35 ESV

Dear Heavenly Father as a big family of God locally and globally, you desire every one living and doing your perfect will while awaiting for Christ's return. I thank you for giving me abundant life in all areas like family, work, ministry, friendship, leisure, hobby, and many more. I also thank you for the inner peace and the strength through the Holy Spirit to do the work apportioned to me. I pray that I shall be fruitful and be a blessing to many.  In Jesus' name I pray.
 

God Calls God Enables

And he went up on the mountain and called to him those whom he desired, and they came to him. And he appointed twelve (whom he also named apostles) so that they might be with him and he might send them out to preach and have authority to cast out demons. Mark 3:13-15 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father i thank you for your timely assurance in that when you call me to be with you and to do the work you desired of me, you would enable and empower me. May i be diligent to seek you wholeheartedly and serve you faithfully. Let there be someone touched by your grace and mercy today as you lead me. In Jesus' wonderful name i pray.

Sunday Sermon: Are You A Disciple?

Speaker: Senior Pastor Rony Tan
Church: Lighthouse Evangelism
Date: 14 February 2016

Introduction
What is a Christian? Common answers from Christians: Believer who follows the teaching of the Bible. From non Christians: They are nice people. They are the ones who dare to believe they are going to Heaven. However we know that there are others who are camouflaged Christians. They are afraid to reveal their status as a Christian. They forgot that Christ will be ashamed of them before the Father.

1. The word "Christian" or "Christians" appear only 3 times in the Bible. Why? It was meant to be derogatory because the Master is a "criminal" who was crucified on the Roman cross. The term Christian is like a little christ, a menace to the society. These are derogatory terms used during biblical times.

2. Three Scriptural Verses of the word Christian mentioned in the Bible in a negative way.
A. Acts 11:25-26 - the disciples were called Christians in Antioch by the world. However, in today's context, this term "Christian" has a positive connotation because the negative slur is no longer attached to it now.

B. Acts 26:28 - King Agrippa said to Paul that he almost became a Christian after his sharing with him. He used it in a belittling manner, a derogatory way. Though the King could see the genuineness of Paul's conviction, but he would have too much to lose if he became a Christian.

C. 1 Peter 4:16 - if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed. This term used in this context is also derogatory as Peter encouraged the saints to be strong amid persecution.

D. Sad to say that in today's context, to be a Christian is simply to attend Church period. There is no need to attend prayer meeting, bring people to Christ, etc. Only disciples do all these things.

3. But the church's supreme task is to make diciples! How many times is the word disciple mentioned in the Bible?
27 times in singular form
232 times in plural form
259 times in total in the entire Bible!

A. Christ has commanded the church to make disciples, not Christians - Matthew 28:19-20
B. The joy and bliss of serving the Lord is by making disciples for indeed obedience to God brings true happiness and meaning in a Christian life.

4. What is the result of making disciples
A. Acts 6:7 - disciples were multiplied and even priest believed and became obedient to the faith.
B. Those who called themselves as Christians do need to understand that the real "fun" in life is to obey Jesus for He is the true source of happiness and joy.
C. A disciple is one who obeys Jesus for he wins converts and makes them disciples of Jesus. He builds them up in love, teach them the virtue of self discipline and encourage them to be faithful to the Lord. In so doing, these new disciples will do likewise - winning souls and making disciples for Christ.

5. Definition of a Disciple
A. A disciple is a progressive follower, pupil, learner and trainee-on-the-job of his master.
B. Matthew 16:24 - if anyone who comes unto me, let him deny himself, take up the cross and follow me.
C. There is no such thing to have success without effort. Let us not fall into the trap of easy "believism" for many are already succumbed to it especially through make-believe commercials in the mass media like in the TV and cinema.
D. Jesus told His disciples about all the wonderful promises like Matthew 6:33, but He also told them about walking in the narrow way.

6. Take Up the Cross and Follow Him
A. Fans of music and singing idols are more faithful than Christians who are to Christ. These fans are willing to buy expensive tickets to hear them sing, and often waited for hours to queue up in order to see their idols. Some even travelled all over the world just to see their idols.
C. Can Christians do less? Every born again, bible believing Christian can learn about Jesus, as their true idol by knowing his life, work and ministry in the Bible. It is deeply encouraging to understand His wisdom, power, love, sacrifices, compassion and many, many more qualities, which are life changing with blessed eternal outcomes.
D. John 14:34 - Love one another which is the basis and motivation to love the unlovables in the world. Jesus said that by loving one another and the world with His unconditional love, all will know we are truly His disciples.

Conclusion
A. What is a new commamdment? Indeed for once, the disciples saw firsthanf how God was loving them through Jesus who is the role model. Jesus loves them through His healing power of God where salvation, healing and deliverance are experienced by many.

As His disciples, Jesus wants us to do the same. The secret to be His disciples and make disciples is to touch God. This is done by spending time with Him through prayer, disciplining ourselves to study His Word, and committing our lives to Him wholeheartedly and  faithfully.

Man's Sinful Way Of Life Angers and Grieves God

And he said to them, “Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or to do harm, to save life or to kill?” But they were silent. And he looked around at them with anger, grieved at their hardness of heart, and said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” He stretched it out, and his hand was restored. Mark 3:4-5 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father help me to be discerning when man's way of life which consists of worldview, culture, tradition, rules and laws, mindset and social behaviour are sinful, evil, wicked, and blasphemous for they blatantly contradict your Word of saving grace and eternal truth. Father also help me to be vigilant and steadfast in living out the love, power, and self-control by the leading and guiding of the Holy Spirit. May I constantly be grateful for your mercy and grace daily. In Jesus' name I give thanks and pray.

Sunday sermon title: Grace Series - The Glory Of God

Speaker; Pastor Pacer Tan
Date: 7 Feb 2016
Church: Lighthouse Evangelism

1. Introduction
A. 2 Peter 3:18 - We have to grow in the grace of God. Grace given to us by God. Glory given to God by us.
B. God gives grace to us but some don't seem to grow in His grace.
C. Example - Judas did not grow in the grace given to him. Likewise, many Christians arr taking God's grace for granted.

2. Key principle: God's grace given to us is to magnify His glory for Himself.
A. God does everything for His purpose and pleasure.
B. Unfortunately, many children respond to God's love similar to the way they respond to parents' love for their thinking is - "my parents should love me because i am his child. Therefore God should love me because i am His child".

3. How Paul sees the grace of God - 1 Tim 1:12-17
A. Christ gives me strength.
B. Christ appoints me to His service.
C. Christ grants me His mercy.
D. Reflection: God has brought us out from darkness into His marvelous light to serve Him.
E. Grace of God overflows for Christ came to save sinners
F. God's patience is displayed through Paul.
G.Reflection: God shows me grace that i might display His patience.
H. God's grace in Paul's life produces worship, honor and glory to God.

4. How to grow in God's grace - 1 Peter 2:16
A. Live as people who are free - no longer bondage to sins
B. Not using freedom as a cover-up for evil - we cannot live how we used to live.
C. Living as servants of God.

5. Conclusion
A. Freedom is free to us but it is extremely costly to Jesus.
B. Freedom is to do what pleases Him.
C. We have the freedom to praise God and edify the Body of Christ.
D. Grace of God is leading us towards intimacy with Christ.

Divine Healing Is In Jesus

For he had healed many, so that all who had diseases pressed around him to touch him. Mark 3:10 ESV.

Dear Lord Jesus, just a touch from you would make a distinctive difference to my body, soul and spirit. May your healing presence go with me as you lead me to touch souls that are seeking the true and living God to deliver them for sickness, sins and satan. In Jesus' name i pray.

God Grieves When Hearts Are Hardened

And he said to the man with the withered hand, "Come here." And he said to them, "Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or to do harm, to save life or to kill?" But they were silent. And he looked around at them with anger, grieved at their hardness of heart, and said to the man, "Stretch out your hand." He stretched it out, and his hand was restored. Mark 3:3-5 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father i confess to you that my heart can still be hardened when disobedience and sins take over , and etting the sinful self in me do things that are contrary to your Word. Help me to be mindful that i need to constantly guard my heart to live a life of love, power and self control daily. In Jesus' name i pray.

Sabbath Is For Me To Rest In God

And he said to them, "The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. So the Son of Man is lord even of the Sabbath." Mark 2:27-28 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father i thank you for giving me rest in my soul which i can experience every moment walking with you in spirit and in truth. However i know that i need to set one day per week to rest my body to recuperate and rejuvenate before a fresh new week begins. Help me to understand this important truth for you know my body inside out as my Cteator God. In fact i realise that all instructions in your wonderful Word is written for my utmost benefits to experience abundant life on earth. Father i am grateful to you, your grace, love and mercy. In Jesus' name i pray.

Newness Of Life In Christ

And no one puts new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the wine will burst the skins—and the wine is destroyed, and so are the skins. But new wine is for fresh wineskins." Mark 2:22 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father I pray for a greater awareness and insight on this truth that I have experienced, that is, the newness of life given by Christ. May my behaviour and thinking reflect this truth, for Christ in me has truly created a heavenly way of perceiving life, career, family, friends, church and world events. I am thankful for the newness and freshness of each day given to me to walk a blessed life with you, and always be ready to be a blesssing to the others. In Jesus' name I give thanks.
 

Man's Only Hope Is Jesus

And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners." Mark 2:17 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father it is not often dawned on me, especially everything i do seems to flow so smoothly, that i need to be strongly reminded that man's only hope to be free from sin, sickness and satan is to call upon Jesus who came to seek that was lost. Father let my heart always be tender, compassionate and pure to feel for the eternally lost for many are ignorant and indifferent to the priceless gift of divine forgiveness of God through the blood of Jesus. I commit my life to you today and help me to trust and obey to the Holy Spirit leading. In Jesus' awesome name i pray.

From Forgiveness Of Sins To Healing Of Body

But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins"-he said to the paralytic- "I say to you, rise, pick up your bed, and go home." And he rose and immediately picked up his bed and went out before them all, so that they were all amazed and glorified God, saying, "We never saw anything like this!" Mark 2:10-12 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father every obstacle, be it emotional, physical or spiritual, can and should be removed to let God's healing flow to anyone who is diseased, depressed and demonised. Thank you Father for the reminder of this spiritual truth in that sins can bring sicknesses to my body, but when forgiveness is received God's abundant healing shall flow. May i walk in your truth and grace today knowing that your divine guidance and power is upon me. In Jesus' wonderful name i pray and give thanks