Monthly Archives: August 2012
“But God” Apostle F. Nolan Ball
Apostle F. Nolan Ball has used this expression so many times – “but God.” We recently heard a prayer that he said for our nation and it reminded us again of the necessity to believe that no matter what we see and hear, for those who have honored Him – He will be our redeemer. For those who believe and have faith – God will make a way.
One could look at the world we live in today and believe that we are beyond hope. The TV shows, movies, politics, healthcare, and the media are all pushing the boundaries of decency and morality. For too long those of faith have given up on many occupations deemed secular and irrelevant. We forfeited some of the greatest avenues to perpetuate the gospel of Christ. While the earth remains, it is not too late! Rise up people of stature – be unyielding to the pressures of temptation and sin.
Lately we have heard many stories of the testing and trying of our friends. We have even experienced it ourselves. We are here to testify that the power of the Holy Spirit can keep you in His way. We do not have to yield to the enticements and coercion of the enemy. We are not alone. The Holy Spirit of Yahweh can help to strengthen our fortitude and enable us to stand – He is always with us.
Holy Spirit help us to rise in the earth today. Help us to see what has never been seen. Help us to stand against the onslaught of immorality and indecency. Help us to maintain a standard of righteousness and truth. We will be Your people. “For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.” 2 Chronicles 16:9
Position
There are many things we do not understand about the world we live in today. You may have as many “why?” questions as we do. If we are going to have a successful Kingdom journey, we are going to have to focus less on the “why?” and more on what we have the ability to do. Doing what you can do faithfully will automatically set into motion those principles of the Kingdom that are non-negotiable.
Positioning ourselves for financial blessing is a no-brainer. Give your first and your best. The provision is not for those who give whatever and whenever they feel like it. We are firmly convinced, when we began to honor the Father immediately upon receipt of our blessings – paying our tithe and being faithful to sow the seed of offering – our path to financial freedom was sealed and set into motion. We are reaping today the abundance of faithfully sowing our first and our best perpetually.
Positioning ourselves for spiritual blessing is all about honoring His Holy Spirit. There have been only a few times we have found ourselves in the position like King David where he pleaded with Yahweh – “take not Your Holy Spirit from me” Psalm 51:11 That still small voice can easily be drown out by repetitive disobedience. Setting our minds on things above, praying in the Spirit, and guarding what we hear and see keeps us focused on what we can do. His Holy Spirit has enabled us to accomplish and become far more than we could have ever dreamed.
Positioning our bodies for the best health possible. We have chosen to try to watch what we eat and make a few healthier choices. We try to walk each day – having a Jack Russell Terrier helps. While there is no guarantee with the standard of our food and produce, by the choices we make to eat within reason and exercise – we do what we can do to give our bodies a fighting chance.
The world that we live in can throw many curve balls our way. By making some obvious choices, we can definitely position ourselves to receive all that Yahweh has for us. We have to understand that our position is one of stewardship. He has given us the ability to make choices. While there will always be events and situations happen that we may not understand at the moment, in doing what we know to do, we can severely limit or eliminate the enemy’s arsenal.
In not Of
When we understand that we can live in the world and not be of the world, we will begin to be a true demonstration of Yahweh’s Kingdom in the earth. We talked earlier about the importance of the outward expression – the benefits and provisions – of committing our life to Christ. If our surrender to and acknowledgment of Christ doesn’t produce a visible and tangible result, why would anyone want to receive the Kingdom message? Purpose, life, peace, joy, and provision are all hallmarks of Yahweh’s desire and plan for us.
As true Kingdom believers, we should express an attitude of greatness. Holy Spirit helps us to become people of excellence. For us, He has required us to be on time, give a maximum effort, be diligent, persevere, be helpful, compassionate, faithful, and lovers of truth. Through personal relationship, He has enabled us to stand and withstand the forces that would try to dissuade or discourage us along the way.
Climbing the corporate ladder does not have to be a heartless ascent. While the world may take advantage of anyone who crosses their path, as a follower of Christ, we have never had to step on anyone along the way. Yahweh can make a way even when it seems impossible. He alone has the ability to make our enemies bless us. “The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes.” Proverbs 21:1
“Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!” Psalm 34:8 The world’s provision cannot compete with the purpose and plan that our Heavenly Father has for each one of us. We are fully convinced that Yahweh wants to provide for our every need – both spiritually and financially – with enough left over to help others along the way. With the provision of His Holy Spirit, we can walk in His perfect peace.
We like to think of ourselves as fun-loving and adventurous people. Being a Kingdom believer only enhances that spirit and enables us to enjoy this journey with no ill side effects. We believe that the daily interactions with those around us will speak volumes of the faithfulness of Yahweh. The sharing of Christ will become easy once the demonstration becomes so compelling.
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