Tag: forever and ever
Glory throughout all generations!
Scripture reading for August 27th: Psalm 126-128, Ephesians 3
Key Scriptures: Ephesians 3:17-21 “. . . so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith–that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
Inspired by the Holy Spirit, Paul prayed for Christ’s church. He prayed for a deep relationship with Jesus Christ and personal experience of and comprehension of Christ’s amazing love. He reminded them that because of Christ’s great power, He was able to do exceedingly abundantly beyond all that they could think or ask! The goal was that Christ’s glory would be known in His church throughout all generations, forever and ever.
Psalm 128:5-6 “”The Lord bless you from Zion! May you see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life! May you see your children’s children! Peace be upon Israel!””
Prayer: Lord, thank You for answering prayer with Your amazing power. May my children, grandchildren, and all who may come after me know the surpassing greatness and glory of Christ’s love and peace. May they enjoy the New Jerusalem forever and ever. Amen.
Jesus has the Keys!
Scripture reading for November 30th: Revelation 1
Key Scriptures for over-comers: Revelation 1:17-18 “When I saw Him, I fell at His feet as though dead. Then He placed His right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and Last. I am the Living One; I was dead, and behold I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades.”
John, the disciple who Jesus loved, wrote the final book of our Bible. It is a revelation of Jesus Christ! As John was worshiping God while imprisoned on the Isle of Patmos, he was given a vision of Jesus Christ standing before Him in resurrection glory. This caused John to fall down as a dead man! Jesus put His hand on him and spoke to him in words of revelation and reassurance! As One who tasted death for all mankind, and now was risen victorious over death, Jesus told John that He now possessed the keys of death and Hades and was alive for ever and ever!
Observations for over-comers: The resurrected Christ hold our key over death and Hades and tells us not to fear anything! “But the saints of the Most High will receive the kingdom and will possess it forever–yes, for ever and ever.” (Daniel 7:18)
All Glory to King Jesus!
Scripture reading for September 23rd: 1st Timothy 1
Key Scriptures for over-comers: 1st Timothy 1:15-19 “Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners–of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display His unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on Him and receive eternal life. Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.”
Paul’s testimony formed the basis of his advice to the younger minister Timothy. Paul knew he was the worst of sinners because he had persecuted and killed Christians. Jesus Christ appeared to him and personally confronted him with his need to repent. God showed His patience and great mercy for Paul as an example to all who would believe on Jesus Christ. In sharing these truths of Christ’s great mercy and patience, Paul’s heart and pen flows with worship to His Lord and King!
Observations for over-comers: Our salvation and new creation life is based on Christ’s patience and mercy and intervention on our behalf. Overcomers base their lives on this truth and live a life of worship! “I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations. I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you established your faithfulness in heaven itself.” (Psalm 89:1-2)