The message of Easter is not that Jesus was put on the cross, but that He was put on the cross for you. He was whipped for you. He died for you. And today He lives so that you can experience God’s love to the fullest.
The Bible states: But he was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins. He was beaten so we could be whole. He was whipped so we could be healed. Isaiah 53:5 (NLT)
The Message Bible puts it this way: But it was our sins that did that to him, that ripped and tore and crushed him—our sins! He took the punishment, and that made us whole. Through his bruises we get healed. Isaiah 53:5 (MSG)
“Through His bruises we get healed.” This is Good News. Through His suffering the Lord Jesus gained our healing. If you are sick. If you have cancer. If you are in hospital. If you have arthritis. If you have been injured or disabled. There is healing, already bought and paid for. And it was bought for you.
Bill Johnson writes: “How can God choose not to heal someone when He already purchased their healing? Was His blood enough for all sin, or just certain sins? Were the stripes He bore only for certain illnesses, or certain seasons of time? When He bore stripes in His body He made a payment for our miracle. He already decided to heal. You can't decide not to buy something after you've already bought it. There are no deficiencies on His end - neither the covenant is deficient, nor His compassion or promises. “
In Jesus name receive the healing that Jesus purchased for you. Thank you Lord Jesus!
Bob Lipsys, Australia
Monday, April 25, 2011
Sunday, April 3, 2011
When your atmosphere is poisoned by negativity.
What is surrounding you at present? What atmosphere are you living in?
Someone just like you once wrote: “I have heard the many reports and rumors about me, and I am surrounded by terror” Psalm 31:13 (NLT).
David is surrounded by negativity, bad news, threats to his person and his life. It terrorizes him.
Rather than remaining in that negativity, and rather than accepting the reports and the so called facts of the situation, he calls on God for a good future. He prays: “ But I am trusting you, O LORD, saying, “You are my God! My future is in your hands.” Psalm 31:14-15 (NLT)
God is God. God is in charge. Not his enemies. Not the facts or reports. God is God. The Lord is David’s God.
This faith in God changes the atmosphere around David. Terror is replaced with “Songs of Victory.” And the implication is that God is singing these songs.
“For you are my hiding place; you protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory. Interlude: The LORD says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.” Psalm 32:7-8 (NLT)
What is it like when God sings? God sings your future…..
Lord, open the ears of all who put their trust in you. Let them hear you sing.
In Psalm 32:10 David describes it as being surrounded by unfailing love. “...unfailing love surrounds those who trust the LORD.” Your future is good in God.
Bob Lipsys, Australia
Someone just like you once wrote: “I have heard the many reports and rumors about me, and I am surrounded by terror” Psalm 31:13 (NLT).
David is surrounded by negativity, bad news, threats to his person and his life. It terrorizes him.
Rather than remaining in that negativity, and rather than accepting the reports and the so called facts of the situation, he calls on God for a good future. He prays: “ But I am trusting you, O LORD, saying, “You are my God! My future is in your hands.” Psalm 31:14-15 (NLT)
God is God. God is in charge. Not his enemies. Not the facts or reports. God is God. The Lord is David’s God.
This faith in God changes the atmosphere around David. Terror is replaced with “Songs of Victory.” And the implication is that God is singing these songs.
“For you are my hiding place; you protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory. Interlude: The LORD says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.” Psalm 32:7-8 (NLT)
What is it like when God sings? God sings your future…..
Lord, open the ears of all who put their trust in you. Let them hear you sing.
In Psalm 32:10 David describes it as being surrounded by unfailing love. “...unfailing love surrounds those who trust the LORD.” Your future is good in God.
Bob Lipsys, Australia
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Trapped, cornered, pinned against the wall?
“To whom do you go for help when you feel trapped, cornered, or pinned against the wall because of a situation you've fallen into? In moments like that, do you feel overwhelmed with a sense of desperation, or do you know where to turn for help?”
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Rick Renner – Greek Scholar and friend of Jesus in Russia, answers this question in the devotion below. It comes from his book, Sparkling Gems from the Greek. See http://www.sparkling-gems.com/ and http://www.renner.org/
I read “Sparkling Gems” regularly and I’m always touched by God. I found this writing particularly relevant to my life at present so I thought I’d share it and introduce you to this great Bible teacher, and lover of God. Bob Lipsys Australia.
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The Supernatural Intercessory Ministry Of the Holy Spirit by Rick Renner
Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. -Romans 8:26
To whom do you go for help when you feel trapped, cornered, or pinned against the wall because of a situation you've fallen into? In moments like that, do you feel overwhelmed with a sense of desperation, or do you know where to turn for help?
I want to speak to you about the supernatural intercessory ministry of the Holy Spirit. But today I'm not talking about prayer when I use the phrase "intercessory ministry." I am talking about a very special, unique work of the Holy Spirit that is available to help you every day - especially in times when you're feeling backed into a corner by situations in life.
Romans 8:26 says, "Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered." I would like to draw your attention to the word "intercession" in the middle of this verse. It is the Greek word huperentugchano, an old word that does not appear to exist outside early Christian literature. It is the picture of one who comes upon someone who has fallen into some kind of quandary. Upon discovering the trapped person's dilemma, he swiftly swings into action to rescue and deliver the one who is in trouble. Therefore, the word huperentugchano conveys the idea of a rescue operation.
Paul uses this word here to tell us about a special work of divine intercession - a special ministry performed by the Holy Spirit Himself when He sees that you are at a loss for words or that you are trapped in a situation and don't know how to get out. Suddenly and supernaturally, the Holy Spirit falls into that place with you. Now you are no longer facing the challenge by yourself, for the Holy Spirit has stepped into your dilemma and is initiating a rescue plan to get you out of that mess!
The Holy Spirit feels everything you feel. He understands the complete inadequacy you are experiencing. He knows about every battle you are facing. He willingly joins you in your circumstances, sharing your emotions and frustrations. Then He begins to put a supernatural plan of rescue into operation to get you out of your mess!
The middle phrase of Romans 8:26 conveys this idea:
"The Spirit Himself falls into our difficulty with us, initiating a supernatural rescue operation to get us out of the mess we've fallen into."
So the next time you get into trouble, there's no need for you to sweat it out by yourself. The Holy Spirit is standing by, just waiting for you to ask for His assistance. Helping you is a part of His ministry, so never hesitate to say, "Holy Spirit, help me!" This is what the intercessory ministry of the Holy Spirit is all about!
What challenges are you facing today? What problems seem bigger than your ability to handle by yourself?
Come to grips with your need for supernatural assistance, and open your heart to the Holy Spirit's help today. As you do, you will liberate Him to release His mighty power in you. An answer to every problem is just around the corner as you allow the Holy Spirit to work His supernatural ministry of intercession in your life!
PRAYER
Lord, I thank You that the Holy Spirit joins me in the challenges I am facing in my life today. You sent Him to be my Helper, my Guide, my Teacher, and my Intercessor - the One who meets my problems head-on and helps me to overcome them! Rather than try to work out those problems by myself, I open my heart today for the Holy Spirit to join me as my divine Partner so I can be more than a conqueror in every situation!
I pray this in Jesus' name!
By Rick Renner http://www.renner.org/
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Rick Renner – Greek Scholar and friend of Jesus in Russia, answers this question in the devotion below. It comes from his book, Sparkling Gems from the Greek. See http://www.sparkling-gems.com/ and http://www.renner.org/
I read “Sparkling Gems” regularly and I’m always touched by God. I found this writing particularly relevant to my life at present so I thought I’d share it and introduce you to this great Bible teacher, and lover of God. Bob Lipsys Australia.
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The Supernatural Intercessory Ministry Of the Holy Spirit by Rick Renner
Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. -Romans 8:26
To whom do you go for help when you feel trapped, cornered, or pinned against the wall because of a situation you've fallen into? In moments like that, do you feel overwhelmed with a sense of desperation, or do you know where to turn for help?
I want to speak to you about the supernatural intercessory ministry of the Holy Spirit. But today I'm not talking about prayer when I use the phrase "intercessory ministry." I am talking about a very special, unique work of the Holy Spirit that is available to help you every day - especially in times when you're feeling backed into a corner by situations in life.
Romans 8:26 says, "Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered." I would like to draw your attention to the word "intercession" in the middle of this verse. It is the Greek word huperentugchano, an old word that does not appear to exist outside early Christian literature. It is the picture of one who comes upon someone who has fallen into some kind of quandary. Upon discovering the trapped person's dilemma, he swiftly swings into action to rescue and deliver the one who is in trouble. Therefore, the word huperentugchano conveys the idea of a rescue operation.
Paul uses this word here to tell us about a special work of divine intercession - a special ministry performed by the Holy Spirit Himself when He sees that you are at a loss for words or that you are trapped in a situation and don't know how to get out. Suddenly and supernaturally, the Holy Spirit falls into that place with you. Now you are no longer facing the challenge by yourself, for the Holy Spirit has stepped into your dilemma and is initiating a rescue plan to get you out of that mess!
The Holy Spirit feels everything you feel. He understands the complete inadequacy you are experiencing. He knows about every battle you are facing. He willingly joins you in your circumstances, sharing your emotions and frustrations. Then He begins to put a supernatural plan of rescue into operation to get you out of your mess!
The middle phrase of Romans 8:26 conveys this idea:
"The Spirit Himself falls into our difficulty with us, initiating a supernatural rescue operation to get us out of the mess we've fallen into."
So the next time you get into trouble, there's no need for you to sweat it out by yourself. The Holy Spirit is standing by, just waiting for you to ask for His assistance. Helping you is a part of His ministry, so never hesitate to say, "Holy Spirit, help me!" This is what the intercessory ministry of the Holy Spirit is all about!
What challenges are you facing today? What problems seem bigger than your ability to handle by yourself?
Come to grips with your need for supernatural assistance, and open your heart to the Holy Spirit's help today. As you do, you will liberate Him to release His mighty power in you. An answer to every problem is just around the corner as you allow the Holy Spirit to work His supernatural ministry of intercession in your life!
PRAYER
Lord, I thank You that the Holy Spirit joins me in the challenges I am facing in my life today. You sent Him to be my Helper, my Guide, my Teacher, and my Intercessor - the One who meets my problems head-on and helps me to overcome them! Rather than try to work out those problems by myself, I open my heart today for the Holy Spirit to join me as my divine Partner so I can be more than a conqueror in every situation!
I pray this in Jesus' name!
By Rick Renner http://www.renner.org/
Monday, March 28, 2011
Living Stones
Our Senior Pastor retired today. During his last service God whispered into my heart and said that Pastor Les Henaway is a “living stone.“
1 Peter 2:4-5 (NIV)
4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
Many are like stones thrown on the streets by an earthquake - Lifeless, broken remnants of what once had a great destiny. Les on the other hand is filled with life, the life of Jesus. Life pours out of him, touching and changing others. Les has found his place in the presence of God. He is a living stone built into a spiritual house – God’s house.
Ask yourself this question: Am I a living stone being set in God’s house, or am I a bit of lifeless rubble left on the street? If it is the later, ”Come to Him, that is to Jesus. He is the Living Stone. The one who can put life into your rock hard heart.”
Bob Lipsys, Australia
1 Peter 2:4-5 (NIV)
4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
Many are like stones thrown on the streets by an earthquake - Lifeless, broken remnants of what once had a great destiny. Les on the other hand is filled with life, the life of Jesus. Life pours out of him, touching and changing others. Les has found his place in the presence of God. He is a living stone built into a spiritual house – God’s house.
Ask yourself this question: Am I a living stone being set in God’s house, or am I a bit of lifeless rubble left on the street? If it is the later, ”Come to Him, that is to Jesus. He is the Living Stone. The one who can put life into your rock hard heart.”
Bob Lipsys, Australia
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Joy
"Your sorrow will be turned into joy."
Jesus' promise to all those who follow Him.
John 16:20
"And the disciples were filled with joy
and the Holy Spirit."
Joy was released in the early believers.
Acts 13:52
This Joy continues to be released by Jesus today.
Bob Lipsys, Australia
Jesus' promise to all those who follow Him.
John 16:20
"And the disciples were filled with joy
and the Holy Spirit."
Joy was released in the early believers.
Acts 13:52
This Joy continues to be released by Jesus today.
Bob Lipsys, Australia
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