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Return to the Lord: A Blood-Soaked Prayer

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The Lord is here now. He calls us to return in brokenness.

But will we truly come to Him? Not with hollow prayers. Not with rehearsed religion. But with hearts torn, spirits humbled, souls undone? Will we come not only for what He can do, but for who He is—holy, righteous, beautiful beyond compare?

Oh, Church, it is time.

Break your heart before Him. Tear it like the veil was torn—wide open, exposed to His light. We don’t need better words—we need real repentance. We need holy desperation. We need blood-soaked prayer—not because we bleed, but because He did.

Our hearts groan with conviction.

We have sinned.

We have tolerated what He hates.

We have made peace with the chains He died to break.

We have been too full of ourselves to be filled with Him.

A heart laid bare before the Lord—brokenness that becomes the doorway to healing, freedom, and revival.

But now—we return.

We yearn for more of Him. Less of us.

We cry like David: “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” (Psalm 51:10, NASB)

We cry like Moses: “If Your presence does not go with us, do not lead us up from here.”(Exodus 33:15, NASB)

We cry like the psalmist: “My soul thirsts for God, for the living God; when shall I come and appear before God?” (Psalm 42:2, NASB)

Let us return not just in words, but in weeping. Let us fall at the feet of Yeshua and cry, “Worthy!” with tears streaming down our cheeks—not because we want something from His hand, but because we cannot live without His face.

Ask Him now:

Lord, I repent.

Lord, I need You.

Lord, I’m not okay with sin anymore.

Lord, I want You more than comfort, more than control, more than myself.

Let the Spirit groan within you. Even when you don’t know how to pray, He knows the cry of the heart. And with just a word—He can change everything.

He has the power to heal.

He has the power to deliver.

He has the power to break every chain.

He has the power to purify your heart.

He has the power to make you new.

But He is not just power.

He is your portion. He is your reward. He is your God.

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Prayer

Lord God, I come not to be comforted but to be changed. My heart is broken over my sin. I don’t want to be the same. I want You. I want Your holiness to burn in me. I want Your presence to wreck me and remake me. Tear down everything false, everything proud, everything impure. I surrender again. I repent again. I lay myself down—not to gain a blessing, but to give You the worship You deserve. You are everything, and I want only You. In the name of Yeshua, the Lamb who was slain, Amen.

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Awaken to Victory

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First-Hand Encounters with the Risen Lord

It was early morning, the air crisp and cool, the world still wrapped in the silent cloak of night just beginning to yield to dawn. Imagine yourself there, sandals crunching softly against gravel, heart heavy with grief and confusion. Your hands tremble slightly, carrying spices to anoint the body of the One you loved, the One you believed in. The fragrance of myrrh and aloe hangs thick, mingling with the fresh morning dew.

You approach the tomb and suddenly freeze—the stone is rolled away, an open doorway into mystery. Your breath quickens, heart pounding louder in your ears as you step closer, each step an echo of hope battling fear. And then you see him—an angel, radiant like lightning, garments blazing white as snow, seated confidently upon the stone.

His voice thunders gently, resonating deep within your chest: “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus who has been crucified. He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said.” (Matthew 28:5-6, NASB). Your heart leaps, joy surging through every fiber of your being, eyes wide as you rush to peer inside. The tomb is empty, grave clothes neatly folded—a silent, triumphant testimony that death has lost its grip. Encounter the Risen Christ.

Now, imagine yourself later that very day, walking along a dusty road, talking quietly with another disciple about all that has happened. Your steps slow, hearts heavy, minds wrestling with questions. Suddenly, a stranger joins you, His presence comforting yet mysterious. His voice calm, familiar in a way you can’t explain. He begins to open the Scriptures, explaining clearly why the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead.

As you walk, your heart begins to burn within you—His words igniting a fire of understanding, revelation dawning brighter than the midday sun. And then, at the breaking of bread, your eyes are opened, and you see clearly—it is Jesus Himself, risen, alive, and walking beside you! (Luke 24:13-32, NASB).

Now, dear friend, imagine stepping from those miraculous moments into your everyday life. Today, you are called personally—called to Christ, called to the reality of the empty tomb and the living Savior who walks alongside you. Just as the disciples encountered overwhelming victory that morning and afternoon, you are invited to step fully into the miraculous power of Christ’s resurrection and encounter the Risen Christ.

Beloved, hear this clearly: The tomb was not just empty then—it remains empty today! “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?” (1 Corinthians 15:55, NASB). Christ has forever shattered the chains of death and sin, inviting you to live freely in the victory He secured. When you encounter the Risen Christ, everything changes.

This Easter morning, respond wholeheartedly to this call of faith. “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.” (2 Corinthians 5:17, NASB). Rise, leave behind doubt, cast away fear, and embrace the life-giving power of resurrection that transforms every believer. Allow yourself to encounter the Risen Christ in every aspect of your life.

Today is the day to declare boldly: you stand victorious in Christ! Walk with the confidence of those who know their Savior lives, that death is defeated, and that the victory is eternally yours through Jesus. As Scripture proclaims, “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57, NASB).

Declare it aloud! Proclaim it from rooftops! Christ is risen indeed! Encounter the Risen Christ and live transformed.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, we stand amazed at the empty tomb and Your risen presence. Fill our hearts with the excitement and boldness of those first disciples. May the power of Your resurrection shape our lives profoundly, empowering us to proclaim Your victory boldly to all around us. Amen.

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The Silence Before Joy

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Weeping may endure for a night, but a shout of joy comes in the morning.
— Psalm 30:5b (NASB)

Joy comes in the morning. This is not a poetic phrase for difficult days—it is a declaration carved into the heart of every believer. This Saturday, the world waits in silence. The cross has done its work, and the tomb is sealed. The disciples are scattered, their dreams crushed beneath the weight of grief. But heaven is not anxious. God is not finished. And even in the shadows of uncertainty, He is still working.

This is the holy hush before the victory shout.

The Saturday before Easter is a mystery. Scripture is nearly silent about it, just as the tomb was silent. But the silence does not mean nothing was happening. On the contrary, behind that heavy stone, life was preparing to break forth. Yeshua, having cried out “It is finished,” had descended to the lower parts of the earth, proclaiming His triumph. “When He had disarmed the rulers and authorities, He made a public display of them, having triumphed over them through Him” (Colossians 2:15, NASB). In this silence, we know joy comes in the morning.

Let this be your confidence today: what looks like the end is often just a hidden beginning. What appears buried is not lost—it is planted. Yeshua told us, “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit” (John 12:24, NASB). The Son of God was not defeated. He was planted in faith. And with Him, every promise of God was placed in the ground to rise again in power.

We, like the first disciples, often live through Saturdays—those in-between spaces where hope feels fragile, and answers are hidden. But the Spirit speaks still: joy comes in the morning. The Word of God is living and active. It does not end in a sealed tomb. “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me” (Psalm 23:4, NASB). God is present in the waiting. He is forming resurrection where we see ruin.

And just as Yeshua rose on the third day, so shall He raise up every weary heart who clings to Him in faith. “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18, NASB). Do not let your soul be discouraged today. Press into the promise. Our Redeemer lives. “Let us hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful” (Hebrews 10:23, NASB).

This day may be quiet, but it is not hopeless. Joy comes in the morning. Not the fleeting happiness of men, but the eternal joy of God’s resurrection power. A joy that no man can steal, no tomb can trap, no devil can stop.

So, beloved of God, wait with purpose. Hold fast to hope. Your King is not in the grave—He is about to rise.

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Though night may cloak the promised light,
And grief may steal the song from sight,
Still will I trust the break of day,
For joy shall rise and chase dismay.

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Prayer:

Abba Father, we stand in the stillness of this holy day with hearts that choose hope. Though we do not yet see the dawn, we believe Your Word. You are the God who raises the dead, who speaks life into what was lifeless, and joy into what was broken. As we wait between Friday and Sunday, fix our eyes on Yeshua, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. Let resurrection hope rise in us even now. Teach us to trust in Your silence and believe in Your goodness. Let every buried dream come alive again, for joy comes in the morning. In Yeshua’s mighty name, Amen.

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The Spirit of Expectation

When We Believe, He Comes

Beloved, something eternal stirs in the heart that waits on God. Not with arms folded, but with arms lifted. Not in sleepy ritual, but with trembling faith. This is the Spirit of Expectation—the holy fire that has always preceded the movement of the Holy Spirit. And it is this fire that God is kindling once again. This Spirit of Expectation must be embraced.

I have seen many things over the years—church services filled with passion, others heavy with routine. But one recent moment marked me deeply. I was at a Friday evening worship service, simple and quiet. A husband and wife led us in just one song. After it ended, they declared over the congregation, “The Lord is here.” And He was. Not in theory, not in concept—He was tangibly present. Glory broke in like the sun through storm clouds. Why? Because someone believed. Someone proclaimed with faith. Expectation opened the door, and the King walked through.

“Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her!” (Luke 1:45, NASB). This blessing, spoken over Mary, is a beacon to us all. She didn’t wait to see the promise before believing—she believed first. And so must we. When we sing our songs without faith, we offer noise. But when we worship in expectation, heaven listens, and God responds.

The early Church understood this. They waited in the upper room, not bored but burning. They had heard the words of Yeshua—“You will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now” (Acts 1:5, NASB)—and they believed. So they waited. Not passively, but “continually devoting themselves to prayer” (Acts 1:14, NASB). And then, “suddenly a noise like a violent rushing wind came from heaven” (Acts 2:2, NASB). The fire didn’t come to the curious; it came to the convinced. Their Spirit of Expectation brought divine results.

Expectation is the forerunner of glory. Before the Red Sea parted, Moses lifted his staff in obedience, expecting God to act. “Do not fear! Stand by and see the salvation of the Lord”(Exodus 14:13, NASB). Before the fire consumed the altar, Elijah soaked the sacrifice, expecting God to respond with fire (1 Kings 18:36–38). And He did. Why? Because they expected Him to move.

Moses on the Mountain — a lone prophet stands with staff in hand, watching the light of God break through the valley, expectant for the fire to fall.

The tragedy today is not that God is silent—it’s that we no longer expect Him to speak. We host services without watching for Him. We pray without believing for answers. We gather without hunger. And yet, the Lord waits to be gracious to us (Isaiah 30:18). He desires to be welcomed, not as a guest, but as the rightful King. This Spirit of Expectation must be rekindled.

You must rise, dear one. Awake from slumber. Shake off the dust of disappointment and the cloak of unbelief. “Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you” (Isaiah 60:1, NASB). Don’t just go through the motions—press in with belief. Expect God to break in when you pray. Expect Him to heal when you ask. Expect Him to speak when you listen. The Spirit still moves where He is wanted. Embrace the Spirit of Expectation in every aspect of your life.

That night at worship reminded me: it doesn’t take a stadium or a crowd. It takes faith. It takes someone who will say with confidence, “The Lord is here,” and mean it. When that word was spoken, it wasn’t a suggestion—it was a declaration. And He answered faith with presence.

The Church must recover this. Revival will not come to the disinterested. It will come to those who cry out, “I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and I wait for His word. My soul waits in hope for the Lord more than the watchmen for the morning” (Psalm 130:5–6, NASB).

Are you watching? Are you waiting? Or are you merely going through the motions? Yeshua is ready to visit His people, but we must prepare Him room. Let your heart become an upper room again—filled with prayer, filled with worship, filled with expectation. Let the Spirit of Expectation guide your every step.

When we believe, He comes. When we proclaim in faith, He is faithful to answer. This is the Spirit of Expectation. And it is time for the Church to awaken.

I watched the sky, I watched the flame,
I waited long with lifted head.
He came, not late, nor wrapped in shame—
He came just as the prophets said.

Prayer

Lord Yeshua, awaken in me a Spirit of Expectation. Forgive me for every time I sang without belief, prayed without hope, and gathered without hunger. Stir my soul to long for You again. I do not want empty religion—I want Your presence. Let my heart believe that You will do what You have said. I lift my eyes to You. Come, Lord—come into my worship, my home, my life. I wait for You. I believe You. I expect You. Amen.

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Remnant

Hold On in Faith

Why the Chosen Are Not Always the Strongest

“Many are called, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:14, NASB)

Beloved, we live in a time when many hearts are growing cold. Some who once stood firm in the faith are now questioning everything they believed. They call it “deconstruction”—a process where people tear down their beliefs, but never rebuild on the truth. Instead of seeking God with open hearts, they walk away from His Word in search of something more comfortable, more convenient, more acceptable to the culture. Still, we must hold on in faith.

But the voice of God still whispers in the noise.

He calls—not the proud or the perfect, but those willing to remember, seek, and stay.

You are not chosen because you win.
You are chosen because you remember.
Because you seek.
Because you stay.

This is the calling of the remnant. This is the heart of the Bride of Christ.

“Not that we are adequate in ourselves… but our adequacy is from God.” (2 Corinthians 3:5, NASB)

What Does It Mean to Be Chosen?

To be chosen by God is not to be the most spiritual, the loudest, or the strongest. It is to be the one who says yes when God calls. It means to hold on in faith no matter what challenges come your way.

Scripture tells us, “There is none righteous, not even one” (Romans 3:10, NASB). We are not chosen because of our strength or worth. We are chosen by mercy.

“He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world.” (Ephesians 1:4, NASB)

And yet, many are invited—but few respond. Why? Not because God’s mercy is lacking, but because their hearts are unwilling.

“I wanted to gather your children together… and you were unwilling.” (Matthew 23:37, NASB)

God never forces love. He draws, He calls, He awakens—but He gives us the freedom to respond. That’s where free will lives: not in earning salvation, but in choosing to receive it.

Faith Is Holding On When Others Let Go

If you are still standing, still praying, still clinging to Yeshua in a world that mocks holiness—you are not forgotten. You are chosen.

  • Hold on in faith when your prayers seem unanswered.
  • Hold on when your heart is tired.
  • Hold on when others let go, and you are tempted to follow.
  • Hold on when all you can say is, “I believe; help my unbelief.” (Mark 9:24, NASB)

To be holy is to hold on.
To abide in the Vine (John 15:4–5).
To press on toward the upward call (Philippians 3:12).
To stay when leaving would be easier.

A Prayer for the Faithful Remnant

Father, we thank You for calling us by Your mercy. Not because we were wise, or strong, or worthy—but because You are good. Give us the strength to remember what You have done. Help us to seek Your face in a world that seeks distraction. Teach us to stay when others walk away. Let us hold on in faith and not waver.

Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for You who promised are faithful (Hebrews 10:23, NASB).

In Yeshua’s name we pray—Amen.

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God in the Trial

Finding His Hand Through the Fire

Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though something strange were happening to you; but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing…
— 1 Peter 4:12–13 NASB

The fire came uninvited. It came as a word—cancer—and that word pierced deeper than a sword. What followed was a battle not just for the body, but for the soul. Weeks turned to months. Doctors, chemotherapy, surgery. In that furnace, hearts turned to El Shaddai, God Almighty. Prayers rose like incense. Tears watered the floor like offerings. And now, with the worst behind them, a quiet, aching question rises: Where was God in the trial?

The answer, beloved, is nearer than breath. God was there in the fire.

God is never absent in suffering. We serve the God who walks into furnaces (Daniel 3:24–25), who enters the storm (Mark 6:48), who weeps at the tomb even when He plans to raise the dead (John 11:35). He does not always take away the pain, but He sanctifies it. Every chemo session, every sleepless night, every moment of anguish was not wasted. He was refining them, shaping something eternal through temporal sorrow.

We must never see doctors as hindrances to God’s will. They are His servants—whether they know Him or not. Luke, beloved physician of the New Testament, served God not in a pulpit but with a stethoscope. God can work through a Word, through prayer, through anointed oil—or through medicine, wisdom, and skilled hands. All healing belongs to God, whether by miracle or by means. “Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights…” (James 1:17 NASB).

So then, what is their testimony? It is not simply survival—it is transformation. To be crushed and yet not destroyed. To feel the shadow of death, and yet walk through it with Yeshua at their side. Their testimony is not merely what God did to the tumor—it’s what He did to their hearts. He taught them to trust when the outcome was unclear. He stripped them of every false comfort. He called them to Himself.

“Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I keep Your word.” (Psalm 119:67 NASB). Affliction became the shepherd’s rod.

So how do we find God in the trial? We press in. We stop looking for escape and start looking for Emmanuel—God with us. We find Him in the peace that made no sense, in the strength that showed up when theirs was gone, in the unity between husband and wife forged in the furnace. We find Him not just in healing, but in hope that does not disappoint(Romans 5:5 NASB).

Beloved, you may not understand it all now. But God wastes nothing. Even this will bear fruit—perhaps a deeper ministry, perhaps compassion for others walking the same valley, perhaps a hunger for eternity that burns brighter than before. Keep your eyes on Him. Thank Him for what He’s done, even as you ask Him what He’s doing still.

“And we know [with great confidence] that God [who is deeply concerned about us] causes all things to work together [as a plan] for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to His plan and purpose.” (Romans 8:28 AMP)

God in the trial is still God on the throne. Let the testimony rise—not just that you were healed, but that you found Him in the fire.

Prayer

Father, we thank You—not just for outcomes, but for Your presence through the process. You are the Healer, the Sustainer, the One who never leaves. We praise You for every doctor and every prayer, every battle fought and every peace granted. We ask that You complete what You have started—not only in the body but in the soul. May this trial produce endurance, and endurance proven character, and character hope. Use this testimony to awaken others. Let them see You in the fire. In Yeshua’s name, Amen.

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Prophets

Prophecy in the New Testament Church

In the New Testament (NT), prophecy is both a gift and a ministry. Unlike the Old Testament model, where prophets often held exclusive access to God’s voice for the people, the NT church reveals a more widespread prophetic activity among believers. This shift is anchored in Acts 2:17 (NASB): “And it shall be in the last days,” God says, “That I will pour out My Spirit on all mankind; And your sons and your daughters will prophesy…” Prophecy becomes a common manifestation of the indwelling Holy Spirit.

Key aspects of prophecy in the NT Church:

  • Edification, exhortation, and consolation (1 Corinthians 14:3 NASB). Prophecy in the church is primarily for the building up of others—encouraging, calling forth, and comforting.
  • Accessible and orderly: “For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted” (1 Corinthians 14:31 NASB). The gift is not limited to a few but made available to many.
  • Tested, not blindly followed: Unlike OT prophets who spoke with unchallenged authority, NT prophecy is subject to discernment: “Do not despise prophetic utterances. But examine everything; hold firmly to that which is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:20–21 NASB).
  • Distinguished from the office of prophet: While many may prophesy, Ephesians 4:11 notes that Christ specifically gives some to the church as prophets. These individuals carry a greater mantle of responsibility and often operate in consistent revelation, foundational roles, or regional influence.

The prophetic voice in the NT church is ultimately a testimony of Yeshua. Revelation 19:10 (NASB) says, “For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” It’s not about future-telling alone; it’s about revealing the heart, purposes, and presence of Yeshua to His people.

The Office of the Prophet vs. the Gift of Prophecy

A clear contrast must be made:

Office of ProphetGift of Prophecy
Part of the fivefold ministry (Eph. 4:11)One of the gifts of the Spirit (1 Cor. 12:10)
Carries governmental authority within the churchOperates under local church authority
Often directional or foundational (Acts 13:1–3)Primarily for strengthening, encouragement, comfort
Tested by fruit and longevityTested by content and discernment in the moment
Long-term development and callingMay be used occasionally or seasonally

A prophet may function with visions, dreams, divine warnings, and strong directional insight, like Agabus, who prophesied a famine and warned Paul of persecution (Acts 11:27–30; Acts 21:10–11).

What Are Words of Knowledge?

Words of knowledge are another gift of the Spirit, distinct from prophecy, yet often operating together. 1 Corinthians 12:8 (NASB) says: “For to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, and to another the word of knowledge according to the same Spirit.”

A word of knowledge is a supernatural insight into a fact or reality the speaker could not have naturally known. It’s not future-oriented like prophecy often is, but present or past-focused, often unlocking faith or repentance.

Examples:

  • Yeshua tells the woman at the well that she had five husbands (John 4:16–19).
  • Peter confronts Ananias and Sapphira about their lie (Acts 5:1–4).
  • Paul knows that a man has faith to be healed (Acts 14:9–10).

Contrasting Prophecy and Words of Knowledge

ProphecyWord of Knowledge
Often future-focused or directiveUsually present or past-focused
Brings encouragement, direction, or warningReveals hidden facts to unlock hearts or faith
Can be general for a group or specific to a personOften specific and personal
May call someone into a future they didn’t seeMay reveal something they thought was hidden

Words of knowledge often prepare the way for prophecy. A person hears a fact only God could know—this stirs their heart. Then, prophecy can flow, giving them direction or encouragement. It’s like a divine one-two punch.

A Church Gathering

Imagine a gathering where a woman is struggling privately with fear. The Spirit gives someone a word of knowledge: “There’s someone here who hasn’t slept peacefully in three nights because of dread.” That person is identified and feels exposed—in a good way. Then prophecy comes: “The Lord says, ‘You are not alone. I have stood by your bed. I am driving out fear and giving you peace tonight.’”

Both gifts worked together—word of knowledge revealed the situation, and prophecy revealed the heart of God.

Conclusion: Prophecy in the New Testament Church

Prophecy in the New Testament Church is vital, powerful, and accessible. It must be sought with humility, tested with Scripture, and permanently anchored in the person of Yeshua. The Lord desires His people not just to hear sermons, but to hear His voice. As we hunger for more of Him and press into the Spirit’s leading, both prophets and words of knowledgehelp the church grow in love, unity, and holiness.

Prayer

Father YHVH, we thank You for pouring out Your Spirit in these last days. Let prophecy rise again in purity and power. Cleanse us of pride or fear, and train our ears to hear Your voice clearly. Let the gifts of the Spirit not be rare among us, but normal, humbling us with awe. Use us to encourage, convict, and lead others back to Yeshua. We want more of You and less of us. Teach us to speak what You are saying and to listen with trembling hearts. In the name of Yeshua our Messiah, Amen.

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Faith

God’s Promises: Healing & Blessings

  1. It is written that the prayer of faith will restore the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up; and if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven (James 5:15, AMP).
  2. It is written that He Himself took our infirmities [upon Himself] and carried away our diseases (Matthew 8:17, AMP).
  3. It is written that the Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth (Psalm 145:18, AMP).
  4. It is written that the effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much [when put into action and made effective by God—it is dynamic and can have tremendous power] (James 5:16, AMP).
  5. It is written that ask and keep on asking and it will be given to you; seek and keep on seeking and you will find; knock and keep on knocking and the door will be opened to you (Matthew 7:7, AMP).
  6. It is written that whatever you ask for in prayer, believing, you will receive (Matthew 21:22, AMP).
  7. It is written that the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7, AMP).
  8. It is written that the Lord bless you, and keep you [protect you, sustain you, and guard you]; The Lord make His face shine upon you [with favor], and be gracious to you (Numbers 6:24-25, AMP).
  9. It is written that He gives strength to the weary, and to him who has no might He increases power (Isaiah 40:29, AMP).
  10. It is written that blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be [completely] satisfied (Matthew 5:6, AMP).
  11. It is written that blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God (Matthew 5:8, AMP).
  12. It is written that He forgives all your sins, He heals all your diseases; He redeems your life from the pit, He crowns you [lavishly] with lovingkindness and tender mercy (Psalm 103:3-4, AMP).
  13. It is written that He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds [healing their pain and comforting their sorrow] (Psalm 147:3, AMP).
  14. It is written that I am the Lord who heals you (Exodus 15:26, AMP).
  15. It is written that those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] will gain new strength and renew their power; they will lift up their wings [and rise up close to God] like eagles (Isaiah 40:31, AMP).
  16. It is written that He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be death; there will no longer be sorrow and anguish, or crying, or pain (Revelation 21:4, AMP).
  17. It is written that the righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord rescues him from them all (Psalm 34:19, AMP).
  18. It is written that I will restore you to health and I will heal your wounds, declares the Lord (Jeremiah 30:17, AMP).
  19. It is written that God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work (2 Corinthians 9:8, AMP).
  20. It is written that the Lord is my shepherd [to feed, to guide, and to shield me], I shall not want (Psalm 23:1, AMP).

Every word You speak, Lord, is a promise that You keep. You are not a man that You should lie, nor a son of man that You should change Your mind (Numbers 23:19). What You declare, You fulfill. What You promise, You bring to pass. You have spoken healing, blessing, and power over those who believe, and Your word does not return void, but accomplishes everything You have sent it to do (Isaiah 55:11).

You said, “Call on Me in the day of trouble; I will rescue you, and you shall honor Me” (Psalm 50:15, AMP). That is a promise, not a suggestion. You said, “I am the Lord who heals you” (Exodus 15:26, AMP), and You have never failed. You declared, “Ask, and you shall receive” (Matthew 7:7, AMP), and You stand by that word.

How can we doubt when the evidence of Your faithfulness fills the pages of Scripture? Abraham believed, and You counted it as righteousness (Romans 4:3). David called on You, and You delivered him from every enemy (Psalm 34:4). The leper asked, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean,” and You answered, “I am willing. Be cleansed.” (Matthew 8:2-3, AMP). You never speak in vain, and You never fail to keep Your word.

So today, we believe. We take You at Your word. We stand on every promise, knowing that what You have spoken will come to pass. You said You would bless, and You will bless. You said You would heal, and You will heal. You said You would hear and answer prayer, and You will answer.

Lord, let faith arise in every heart that reads this. Let doubt be shattered by the truth of Your unshakable word. You are faithful, You are true, and You will do what You have said.

Amen. It is written. It is spoken. It is done.

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Maturity

From Faith to Love

In this life, you stand in the tension between your sinful body and the Spirit’s call to holiness. Though you are redeemed by the blood of Yeshua, your flesh still wrestles with weakness. Yet, God has shown you the path to victory—a journey that moves from faith to love, each step deepening your devotion and anchoring your life in an unconditional love for Jesus.

Faith → The Foundation of Your Walk

It begins with faith. Without it, you cannot please God. “And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for the one who comes to God must believe that He exists, and that He proves to be One who rewards those who seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6, NASB). Faith is your entrance into salvation, but it is also the path you must walk daily. Faith believes when the eyes cannot see. Faith trusts when the body feels weak. Faith declares that Jesus is worthy, no matter the cost.

Virtue → Living Set Apart

Faith must grow into virtue. Virtue is moral excellence—a decision to reject sin and embrace righteousness. It is saying “no” to the fleeting pleasures of the flesh and “yes” to the eternal reward of walking with Christ. Every time you choose purity over compromise, you declare your love for Jesus. Every moment you seek what is right, you reflect His character. This is virtue: not just believing but living as one who belongs to Him.

Knowledge → Pursuing God’s Truth

But virtue must grow into knowledge. You cannot love Jesus deeply if you do not know Him. “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge” (Hosea 4:6, NASB). Open His Word. Seek His heart. Let His truth shape your mind and direct your steps. The more you know Him, the more you love Him. And the more you love Him, the deeper you long to obey.

Self-Control → Mastering the Flesh

Knowledge strengthens self-control. This is where you master your desires, refusing to be ruled by the flesh. “Like a city that is broken into and without walls is a person who has no self-control” (Proverbs 25:28, NASB). Each moment of surrender says, “Jesus, You are greater than my desires.” Self-control is not about restraint for its own sake but about choosing Christ over every fleeting temptation.

Perseverance → Standing Through Trials

From self-control comes perseverance. The trials will come. The enemy will whisper, “Give up.” But perseverance presses on. “And not only this, but we also celebrate in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance” (Romans 5:3, NASB). It is here that your love for Jesus is proven—not in ease, but in endurance. You may fall, but you rise again. You may weep, but you press forward. Because love does not quit.

Godliness → Reflecting His Heart

Perseverance births godliness. It is here that your life begins to reflect His heart. Godliness is not perfection, but daily surrender. It is the quiet decision to say, “Lord, less of me and more of You.” It is walking humbly, serving faithfully, and loving deeply. Your life becomes an offering, pleasing to the One who saved you.

Brotherly Kindness → Loving Like Christ

Godliness overflows into brotherly kindness. You cannot love God and hate your brother. “The one who loves his brother and sister remains in the light, and there is nothing in him to cause stumbling” (1 John 2:10, NASB). True love looks beyond faults and embraces others with mercy. Brotherly kindness celebrates progress, bears with weakness, and offers forgiveness. It loves as Christ loves—sacrificially and patiently.

Love → The Crown of Maturity

And to brotherly kindness, you add love—the highest and holiest calling. “Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins” (1 Peter 4:8, NASB). This is the love that drove Yeshua to the cross. It is love that never gives up, never grows cold, and never turns away. This love looks like sacrifice. It feels like obedience. And it lasts forever.

Unconditional Love for Jesus Sustains the Journey

Each step in this journey is sustained by your unconditional love for Jesus. When you stumble, it is His love that lifts you. When you feel weak, it is His Spirit that strengthens you. When you are tempted, it is His grace that empowers you.

To love Jesus unconditionally is to love Him beyond circumstances, beyond emotions, and beyond failures. It is to say, “Even when I fall, I will rise again for You. Even when I struggle, I will press on for You.”

This is the love that endures. This is the love that transforms. This is the love that finishes the race.

Prayer:

Father, I come before You, humbled and desperate. Lead me from faith to love. Teach me virtue, fill me with knowledge, and strengthen me with self-control. Help me to persevere through every trial and to reflect godliness in every step. Let brotherly kindness overflow from my heart, and above all, let me love as You love—deeply, sacrificially, and unconditionally.

Yeshua, I long to love You without condition. When I fall, lift me. When I grow weary, strengthen me. When I wander, call me home. Let Your love shape every part of me, until I reflect Your heart in all I do.

In Your holy name, Amen.

See Also

Revival

FIRE OF REVIVAL

Beloved, the altar of your heart stands ready. The kindling of God’s Word has been carefully laid. The sacrifice of your life awaits the spark of the Fire of Revival.

Are you merely holding truth, or are you allowing truth to set you ablaze and ignite a revival fire within you?

Listen closely! In that upper room, believers didn’t simply discuss theology—they PRAYED until heaven responded! “After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was SHAKEN. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit” (Acts 4:31).

This wasn't extraordinary Christianity—this was Christianity as God intended it!

Many churches today possess the fuel of biblical knowledge but lack the flame of the Spirit’s power, which kindles the Fire of Revival. They recite creeds but remain unmoved, unchanged, unburning.

Is this your story? Have you settled for a faith of information without transformation?

The Holy Spirit doesn’t descend upon emptiness—He ignites the prepared heart that treasures God’s Word and yearns for revival fire.

Where truth meets surrender, FIRE FALLS!

What is God waiting for? YOU! Your complete surrender. Your desperate prayer. Your living sacrifice that welcomes a revival fire.

Right now, at this moment, heaven is listening.

The kindling of your knowledge waits to become a blazing testimony that will light the darkness around you. Will you be content with smoldering embers when God offers consuming fire?

“Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual act of worship” (Romans 12:1).

The altar is set. The time is now. Your devotion can be the match that ignites revival—first in your heart, then in your home, then in your community. Don’t let this moment pass; seek the Fire of Revival!

Surrender all and be consumed by His holy fire, a true fire of revival!