Manifestations of God's Goodness

Two points are seen in the manifestation of God's goodnesss: 1. the person lives by every word of God and 2. manifestations appear as signs and wonders.
Simple,..... right? So are we seeing God's Word given and manifestations appearing. It is believing, trusting, speaking and expecting that one will see the manifestations appear before them.

We could plant a tree and a tree will grow. But we cannot produce the clouds or even the storm clouds in this picture. I might make a cloud appear with just the right tools and equipment within my kitchen, still I cannot produce a cloud of great magnitude. Still scientists work and create but the life of God is not in the things they create and do. They can seed clouds and produce storms, but is considered man-made.

But in truth our lives should be seen as God's word spoken and signs and wonders following!
On Christmas Day 2016, we were at the home of our daughter and son-in-law. Was a great brunch with pumpkin waffles, laughter, fun and presents. In one conversation, our daughter asked if we had heard from a friend P.J. I told her no!
I stated that we had not heard from her in awhile. And I could not remember the last time I tried calling her. I told our daughter that I had thought of P.J. earlier in Sept and Oct., but had not really thought of her since. Our daughter said she felt she needed to give her a gift and contact her. So I spoke with God about it. And my husband and myself had been asking God for the miracle everyday. We wanted to see God move not only on our behalf but others as well. So on our way home that Christmas day evening, we spoke with our Father God about it!

Well, the very next day, the 26th of December at noon, I got a text from P.J.
It was so God and so good. She had wanted me to know that her cousin and a dear friend of ours had passed. It was so awesome to hear from her. And our daughter and husband will visit with her shortly on their trip up north. But we experienced sorrow for Lorri who had passed.
Yes, God is good and He is good all the time. Well, we then heard from a cousin I had not seen or heard from in many years. So these time have been one of great love and comfort for us and to those God has kept for us. In hearing from them, we see the love of God and His mercy for all.


God is omnipotent! God can do anything. The Bible states in a few places that God cannot do certain things. For example Hebrews 6:18 says that He cannot lie. It does not mean that He lacks the power to lie. BUT GOD CHOOSES NOT TO LIE IN ACCORDANCE WITH HIS OWN MORAL PERFECTION!

Nowhere is God’s omnipotence is seen more clearly than in creation. God said, “Let there be…” and it was so (Genesis 1:3, 6, 9, etc.).

Like what I wrote in the beginning, scientists can create but they need tools and materials to create and still there is imperfection. God just spoke in Genesis 1!
Psalm 33:6....“By the word of the LORD were the heavens made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth” .

God’s power is also seen in the preservation of His creation. All life on earth would perish were it not for God’s continual provision of everything we need pertaining to food, clothing for our bodies and of course, shelter, all from renewable resources sustained by His power as the preserver of man and beast (Psalm 36:6). The seas which cover most of the earth, and over which we are powerless, have been given their limits. Proverbs 8:29 When He gave to the sea its limit and His decree that the waters should not transgress [across the boundaries set by] His command, when He appointed the foundations of the earth.
(See Psalm 104:6-9; Jeremiah 5:22; Job 38:10)

The last few weeks I think about all those little birds who feed on the bird feeders in our yard. I think of where they might sleep at night and how they stay warm. Yet each day they show up for their meal of seed. But the winds have turned to blow out of the east and the cold has come! Yet they have food to eat!

It is God’s omnipotence that also extends to governments and to leaders. You can read about it in Daniel 2:21.

God can and will restrain them or let them go their way according to His plans and purposes. His power is unlimited in regard to Satan and his demons. Jesus reminded Pilate that he had no power over Him unless it had been granted to him by the God of all power (John 19:11).
John 19:11...Amplified Bible....11 Jesus answered, You would not have any power or authority whatsover against (over) Me if it were not given you from above. For this reason the sin and guilt of the one who delivered Me over to you is greater.

Jesus had a great relationship with His Father. And He could do things that helped another human being. Jesus in His omnipotence, had power to call upon twelve legions of angels to rescue Him during His trial, if needed (Matthew 26:53), yet He offered Himself in humility in place of others (Philippians 2:1-11). 

A mysterious life with God, is not wild, not filled with fog, fat little angel-like babies with wings of feathers or glowing halos above the head. As the believer, one who really trusts in God is united to God's heart and Jesus the Christ. One who holds on in hope and faith has put their approval on God alone.

 Paul says, "Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me" (2 Corinthians 12:9b). 

God’s power is exalted in us most when our weaknesses are greatest because He “is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us” (Ephesians 3:20). It is God’s power that continues to hold us in a state of grace despite our sin (2 Timothy 1:12), and by His power we are kept from falling (Jude 24). 

 I could not command P. J. to contact us. But I could continue to reach out in prayer and ask the Lord to remind her that people loved her.  For our boast is to be in God and not in ourselves. God's power is working within us and by His power, we are kept from falling.

May the Christ's power rest on us. God unmerited favor to us is that of manifestation of His power that exceeds anything that we could possibly say or do. That God given resource makes our living possible in His grace that is of love, is of comfort, of His mercy and peace. Our total reliance  on God puts all the pressure on HIM. Like Paul, I too have become a fool in boasting. For what is accomplished in and through me is God and God alone. Yes, I have the same Holy Spirit Jesus had when Jesus was raised from the dead.

I had shared my faith and hope with our daughter for P.J. The Lord had as much thought for P. J. and in that our family will share some time with her again. God desires for us to come and abide in the pastures of green. As we like sheep lie down in those green pastures of His goodness we remain by the still waters of His peace. We abide in His sanctuary where there is blessing and a confident hope in His goodness to us. Our lives today is a witness for Jesus. In the circumstances that followed Christmas Day, we are delighted in God and have seen His beautiful heart for P.J. and for us.

Jesus the Christ, Miracle Worker:   John 20: 30-31………30 And truly Jesus did many other signs

 in the  presence of His disciples, which are not written

in this book;  31 but these are written that you may believe

 that Jesus is the Christ,  the Son of God, and that believing you may have  life in His name. NKJV

You too can have life in His name. You too can experience what our family experienced over the Christmas holiday. Truly God is goodness and love.........and He shall follow me and mine all the days of life that I and my family will dwell in His house forever! (Psalm 23:6)
Dwell in His Presence and see His goodness for you and yours!


Notice: 

The Voice of Prayer  has a new teaching published:
God Our Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxosIn7ZrSI



You can also visit my Youtube channel The Voice of Prayer for more teaching at:  http://bit.ly/1tNyBhV

A Foggy Situation

Hebrews 12:1-6

12:1 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. 4 You have not yet resisted to bloodshed, striving against sin. 5 And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to sons:

"My son, do not despise the chastening of the LORD,

Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by Him; 

6 For whom the LORD loves He chastens,

And scourges every son whom He receives." 

NKJV

Are we looking for a successful conclusion? But does that conclusion involve that one ultimate "thing" that in a life of faith we will actually sit down in the presence of God?

From the above passage, Jesus has gone before us. He ran the race, who is the Author and the Finisher of our faith. If we keep our eyes of faith on Jesus, then we certainly come out in safety, reside in green pastures where we lie down in God's presence and His peace.

Almost two decades ago, I wanted to help out in this Book Ministry at the church. In volunteering I learned a lot about authors of the latter part of the twentieth century. I learned of one specifically who had a publishing company in the Lynnwood, Washington area. 

Many Christians today should know of this man and his heart for God. He had many books published, like New Creations Realities, In His Presence, The Two Kinds of Life, Jesus the Healer, The Two Kinds of Righteousness and the Blood Covenant. Now I only list a few of those great books.

In assisting in the book store one day I was asked to go to the Kenyon Publishing Society and get a few books the church had ordered. I got the list, and headed home. It would be late if I tried to stop off at this book place, so I reserved that time for early the next morning.

Unbeknownst to me, I would arise early the next morning to find fog laid over the entire city. And I was to drive to Lynnwood, Washington. The best thing about it was that I did not have to go by the Interstate but could take the back roads and neighborhoods to get to the publisher.

I backed out of our driveway, and fixed my eyes on the school bus in front of me. The further I went south to Lynnwood, the heavier the fog appeared to me. So during this trip that took about 50 minutes that morning, I arrived to get the books for the church. My job done, I needed to find my way through the fog again.

I certainly was challenged on that trip. I had to continually fix my eyes, not only consistently but with an intensity and focus on Jesus. I was intent on getting home, but I was also intent to arrive safely in the presence of my God and Father.

I do not know if Jesus encountered fog. I know He could not have had a car or even a driver's license. The book He knew was the Torah. But for certain, Jesus is the only one who knows the safest and best path to that goal.

We are not to despise the chastening of the Lord. For correction can come and we must embrace it to grow further in His grace. For He had to love us dearly to send His love to us. And when the chastening comes, we should remember that He, the Father will scourge every son whom He receives.

 That scourge is a contact with us. It is with a cord or strap for disciplining another. I certainly recall a couple of real "discipline" moments when I was growing up, and one was soap on the tongue when I spoke what my parents said was wrong at the time.

I learned not to speak those things and I really learned after the third time I did it. Yikes!

But true discipline is: a love and it is a force that flows from a willing heart for the true God. God has given us His Holy Spirit not to fear.  He has given us power, love and a sound mind to prevail in all situations, including FOG! Holding on to fast to the pattern of sound words we are cultivating a relationship with His Holy Spirit. And within that relationship we are propelled into His power for signs and wonders.

Let's remind ourselves of the joy that was in Jesus. And the walk He took to Calvary was a benefit to me and for you. Set your focus on Him. 
Wherever you go today, may you arrive at your destination safety and in the presence of Almighty God!

Father, we thank You and declare that everything we put our hands to do will prosper beyond our expectations. We declare that with God our Father, all things are possible. We are thankful for Jesus and our focus is set on Him, the Author and Finisher of our faith. We are truly blessed with a clean, wise and understanding heart. For we are the blessed with self-control and discipline. We are blessed with a great family, good friends, and good health. Today we are blessed with faith, favor and fulfillment. We experience promotion, supernatural strength and Your divine protection. Today we walk out of any foggy areas, and the release from captivity. We walk with compassion in our hearts and with a positive outlook on life. For it is in Jesus, that we live, move and have our being. We are the blessed of the Lord and thankful for Jesus. It is in His name, we have given much thanks!


Notice: 

The Voice of Prayer  has two new teaching published:
Meekness: Not Weakness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckFuD-ZaDxE


Christmas Story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKXnnlvjAVA


You can also visit my Youtube channel The Voice of Prayer for more teaching at  http://bit.ly/1tNyBhV