The spiritual law we live by: Romans 8:1-2

Romans 8:1-2 says, There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the LAW OF THE SPIRIT OF LIFE in CHRIST JESUS hath made me free from the LAW OF SIN AND DEATH. From these verses we can see that there are two spiritual laws that Christians can live by. One is call the "law of the Spirit of Life," while the other is call "the law of sin and death." Every human being today is living his or her life under one or the other of these two laws. For every spiritual force and substance in the real...m of life, there is a riciprocal force or substance in the realm of death. In the first you're find hope, In the other you're find its reciprocal - despair. Faith has a reciprocal force also its call fear. Most people don't even realize this, we don't pay attention to the things we say or hear. Even with reading or watching television. We buy into whatever is being said, before long satan has gain a foothold in your life. Romans 10:17 says, Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. Well, in that same sense, Fear comes by hearing, and hearing by whomever is speaking it. My question tonight is which team are you on, LIFE OR DEATH, the choice is your. Our confession determine the kind of life you want and wish to live. Proverbs 18:21 says Death and life are in the power of the tongue; and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. What are you speaking over your life, your children lives, your finances, your marriages, your job. You see these spiritual laws goes much deeper than we'll aware of, for example we are all aware of the biblical principles that states: by two or more witnesses a thing is established (Deut. 19:15, Matt. 18:16, 2Cor 13:1, 1Tim. 5:19, Heb. 10:28.) My point is this, from heavens perspective, it takes at least two parties saying the same thing for a matter to be settle. So when the word of God says by His stripes you are heal, and the devil is saying you got cancer and you're going to die; you have two different parties saying oppossite things, which party will you be in agreement with. Sounds simple doesn't it, THE THINGS WE SAY HAVE A TREMENDOUS IMPACT US AND THE PEOPLE WE MINISTER TO. watch your words amen

The Holy Spirit, His Gifts, Gift of Prophecy, (1Cor.12:7-11) Part 2:

The Holy Spirit, His Gifts, Gift of Prophecy, (1Cor.12:7-11) Part 2: From the previous lesson when looking at the gift of prophesy and that of the prophetic office, we should not get these two confused. The simple gift of prophecy has no revelation in it. Rather, it speaks unto men for their edufication, exhortation, and comfort (1Cor. 14:3); it's only purpose is to edify the church (1Cor. 14:4). In 1Cor. 14:1, Paul was telling the whole Church at Corinth to covet to prophesy and to desire spiritual gifts. "But rather that ye may prophesy." Yet if we look at 1Cor. 12:28, Paul said that all are not prophets. If prophesying made a person a prophet, then Paul would be contradicting himself. The only thing Paul was saying here, that the gift of simple prophecy does not make one a prophet. A rich man has money, most of us have some money, if it only a few cents, but that doesn't make us rich. Follow my point. But I also want to make this point, because I think it's real critical in view of what we preceive today. A prophet would have more of the gifts of the Spirit in operation than just the gift of prophecy. He would have revelation gifts operating along with prophecy for the simple reason that Paul says in 1Cor. 14:29 and 30, "Let the prophets speak two or three, and let the other judge. If any thing be revealed to another that sitteth by [that is another prophet], let the first hold his peace. Just as with the gift of tongues, if there is not another to interpreted it, then they should hold their peace. Too many times we'll so quick to hear a word, any word and it may be no word from a prophet, when clearly the Bible says there should be another to confirm the word spoken. One other thing that we should keep in mind, Paul says in V30 "If any thing be reveal," the prophet would have other relation gifts operating in his ministry, as well as the gift of prophecy. To constitute standing in the office of the prophet, a person needs to have at least two of the revelation gifts operating on a continual basis in his or her life and ministry, plus the gift of prophecy. So let us not confuse the simple gift of prophecy and that of the office of a prophet. "More on this tomorrow"

The Holy Spirit, His Gifts, Gift of Prophecy, (1Cor.12:7-11) Part1:

The Holy Spirit, His Gifts, Gift of Prophecy, (1Cor.12:7-11) Part1: In this lesson, we will begin our discussion of the three gifts of inspiration. Of these three gifts, prophecy is the most important. the reason behind this is that it takes the other two gifts, divers kind of tongues and the interpretation of tongues to equal this one gift. The Bible says in 1Cor.14:5... greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret... This infers that to speak with tongues and to interpret the tongues is equivalent to prophesy. Therefore prophecy is really the most important of these three gifts of inspiration because it does not require another gift to complete it. The Hebrew meaning of the phrase, "to prophesy" is to flow forth like a fountain, to let drop, to lift up, to tumble forth, and to spring forth. The Greek word that is translated "prophecy" can mean to speak for God or to be His spokeman. In First Corinthians 14:1 we read, "Follow after charity[Love], and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may PROPHESY." We are told to desire spiritual gifts, but especially that we might prophesy. that doesn't mean we to not desire the other gifts, but we are to especially desire prophesy. At the end of 1Cor chapter 14, Paul repeats, "Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy. We could say it like this, God through Paul spoke to the church to desire spiritual gifts, but rather that we may prophesy (1Cor. 14:1,39). The simple gift of prophesy should not be confused with the prophetic office or with prophetic utterance that may come forth in the prophets ministry. Paul said, "But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to EDIFICATION, and EXHORTATION, and COMFORT" (1COR.14:3). In the office of the prophet we often find that revelation or forthtelling (speaking future events) does come forth, even through the vehicle of prophesy. Part two tomorrow. Be bless and Amen

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, Gifts of Healings (1Cor. 12:7-11);

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, Gifts of Healings (1Cor. 12:7-11); We want to pick this lesson up where we left off from the previous lesson. Looking at 1Cor. 12:28, Paul write here about the difference between spiritual gifts and ministry gifts. ‎"And God hath set SOME in the church" Paul wasn't talking about spiritual gifts here, the "SOME" that were set in the church includes "first apostles" (1Cor. 12:28). "Apostles" isn't an individual gift that someone receives; it is a ministry gift to the church. "Some" also includes secondarily prophets. That also is a ministry, not to bless an individual, but it is a ministry that is given to bless the whole church, some wear the title as if they have been individually put here that men may admire them. That's not the intent of these ministries, that we may be glorified, but God in blessing the church. 1Cor. 12:28 goes on with thirdly teachers, the teaching gift is not something that is given to bless an individual, but like the others it's sole purpose is that the body of Christ may be blessed. Paul goes on in this text and talks about "after that miracles" there are some people in the ministry who are equipped with the working of miracles in their ministry. That verse continues, "then gifts of healings" (1Cor.12:28) Paul asks the question, "Are all apostles?" In other words, Paul was saying, "Does everyone has the ministry of an apostle?" the answer would be NO, are all prophets, No; are all teachers? again No. Does the Body of Christ know what are their spiritual or ministry gift? Unfortunately No, however I do believe that each of us has enough faith to bring the power of God to our individual and corporate lives. The Bible says in Hosea 4:6, My people are destroyed for lack of Knowledge, it goes on to say, because thou has rejected knowledge, I will reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me. You may be saying how have I rejected thee? God requires one thing from us, according to Joshua 1:8, This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth: but thou shall meditate therein day and night. Too many churches has become motivational clubs, where our only intent is to get excited for an hour or so. The gifts of Healings and any other gift that we have talk about over the course of the last few weeks, only comes with the knowledge of God in your hearts. We can be in awe of the power of God on someone else's life, but these gifts are available to you as well. God is no respector of person. The Bible says that these gifts are our, let's claim them in the name of Jesus, and watch God perform miracles before our eyes. Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. To those who have an ear, let them hear. Thank God for His Word and the privilege of believing and acting upon His Word. Thank God, also, for supernatural manifestations and for His gifts. God Bless and Amen

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, Gifts of Healings (1Cor. 12:7-11):

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, Gifts of Healings (1Cor. 12:7-11): The gifts of healings are manifested for the supernatural healing of sickness and disease without any natural source or means. Most of us basically understand the subject of healing. Healings were, of course, in priminence, in Jesus' ministry as He walked on the earth. 

Jesus had a healing ministry, and He also gave authority to His disciples to heal the sick (Matt. 10:8). Healing is also included in the Great Commission Jesus gave to the church. (mark 16:18) I want to emphasize the supernatural character of the gifts of healings. The gifts of healings have nothing to do with medical science or human learning. Now don't get me wrong, I believe in medical science, and I believe in doctors treating people. If that was God's way of healing people then doctor ought not to charge, because the Bile says, freely ye have received, freely give (Matt. 10:8). But the healing that is supernatural doesn't come by diagnosis or by prescribing treatment. Divine healing comes by laying on of hands, anointing with oil, or sometimes just by speaking a word, just a few examples. There are three verses in 1Cor. 12, that Paul mention the gifts of healings, you're find them in verse 9, 28, and 30. 1Cor. 12:9 To another faith by the same Spirit; to another the Gifts of Healings byb the same Spirit. 28 And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then Gifts of Healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues... 30 Have all the Gifts of Healings? do all speak with tongues? do all interpret? I want you to notice that this is the only gift, besides tongues, that is plural. Now the Bible doesn't specifically say, but there are a few opinions which I believe are well-founded. It may be that there are gifts of healings because there are different kinds of diseases and one gift wouldn't heal every kind of disease. There are instances where ministers have healed certain kinds of diseases, but fail to heal all. In the ministry of Jesus, every manner of sickness and every manner of disease were healed, because Jesus had the Spirit without measure. (Matt. 9:35) Now I want to get an understanding in all this, if there is no gift of the Spirit in manifestation, people can always be healed and set free based on the Word of God. The Bible says it's the anointing, or the power of God that breaks the yoke (Isa. 10:27) The anointing is the Word of God. Whenever the Spirit of God is moving, it's a lot easier to receive. Tomorrow I will finish this lesson up with Ministering by the Gifts of Healings. Be Bless and may God continue to bless you and your families.

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, (1Cor. 12:4-7) The Gift of the Working of Miracles:

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, (1Cor. 12:4-7) The Gift of the Working of Miracles: The Bible is full of examples when the working of miracles was manifested, unfortunately the only reason we can't or don't see these gifts in operation today is because of teaching and a lack of faith. And yes there are conditions to be met, and yes living the christian life is more than just knowing about something. We can know of Jesus, but never have a personal relationship with Him. We can know and read about the fruit of the Spirit and yet we can't love our brother or sister, or walk in God's peace and joy. And yes my brother and sister these gifts are available to us today, but are we willing to pay the price? Paul said in 1Cor. 12:31, But covet earnestly the best gifts. What did Paul mean here, to"covet earnestly" the assumption is that he means, "Ask God for" or "Pray for" or "Work for." But that is not what he means at all. All through this discourse he has already said that the Holy Spirit decides who gets what gifts. Why would he encourage believers to pray for different gifts from the ones God has chosen for them? To do so is to express a lack of faith in God's judgement. The Greek word render here is Zelos, which means to place a high value on, to have a strong passion for a thing, to hold them in high regard. I am convinced that as we covet spiritual gifts and earnestly desire them, they will be more in manifestation than they have ever been. But it is not going to come just because we sit around and talk about them and just wish we could see them in demonstration. I am convince if there is a great calling of the unsaved to repentance, then these gifts, along with preaching has to be demonstrated. Revival is coming, will we be onlookers, or will we take our place in it? "This working of miracles is a great gift, glorifying the God of all power," as Howard Carter said, and "stimulating the faith of His people and astonishing and confounding the unbelief of the wicked." There will be many Smith Wiggleworths raise up in this hour, filled with the power of God and doing Kingdom work to the glory of God. Amen and God Bless. Next Lesson The Gift of Healings.

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, The Gift of the Working of Miracles: Part 1

The Holy Spirit, The Gifts, The Gift of the Working of Miracles: Part 1 We now come to the gift of the working of miracles. A miracle can be defined as a supernatural intervention by God in the orinary course of nature. Like many words in the English language, when we use the word "miracle" it means one thing with speaking in general, but when use specifically it means something else. For example, sometimes the word miracle is use generally as a figure of speech, we use terms like miracle fabrics, miracle drugs, miracle detergents, and so on. Just like in the spiritual realm, every one of the gifts of the Spirit is miraculous; they are all supernatural. In general use of the word miracle, all gifts of the Spirit are miracles, not just the gift of the working of miracles. But specifically speaking, all of them are not. When the working of miracles is in manifestation, there is a divine intervention in the ordinary course of nature. For example, after Elijah ascended to heaven in a chariot in the whirlwind, Elisha received his mantle and smote the Jordan river, dividing the waters by the sweep of his mantle was a working of miracles because that was a supernatural intervention in the ordinary course of nature. (2Kings2:14) In the area of healing, many times miracles are received, but this is not necessarily the working of miracles; they are simply called healing miracles. Everything God does is miraculous in a sense, but receiving healing by supernatural means is not a miracle in the sense that turning common dust into insects just by a gesture is a miracle (exod.8:16) or turning water into wine just by speaking a word is a miracle (John 2:7-11). Those two occurrences are examples of the working of miracles. As stated before, the difference between the gift of faith and the working of miracles is that the gift of faith receives a miracle and the working of miracles works a miracles. The working of miracles is used to display God's power and magnificence. In Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible, the Greek word for "miracles" in 1Cor 12:10 is "dunamis", and can be translated acts of powers. So, the working of miracles could also be called the working of acts of powers. According to the Greek word also means, explosions of almightiness or impelling, staggering wonders or antonishments. 1 Cor.12:10 could read like this, "To another the working of impelling, staggering wonders or astonishments, or the outworkings of explosions of almightiness and acts of powers. We might say that when this gift is in manifestation through the believer, he participates in the same power that was manifested when God created the world. Let me encourage you as I try to encourage myself to pray that the fullness of these spiritual gifts will be manifested, and it's not a prayer that should be prayed once but everytime we go before God in prayer. Amen " more on this tomorrow"