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No More Shame; Good News

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Scripture:

10 of 25 Advent Scripture

Angel Gabriel is a prominent name in the realms of the angels. He’s the main attending to and messenger of God.

Gabriel puts his name to this prophecy, did it as it were to sign it with his own hand, —take my word for it. Angels have sometimes declined to give their names but, this angel promptly said, “I am Gabriel”, which symbolizes the power of God, or the mighty one of God, affirming that the God who solicited him to say ‘this was able to make it good’. He also makes himself known by this name to place him in mind of the news of the Messiah’s coming sent to Daniel by the man Gabriel, Daniel 8:16; 9:21. “I am the same that was sent then, and am sent now in pursuit of the same purpose.” He is Gabriel, who stands in the presence of God, an immediate attendant on the throne of God.

Can you imagine being confronted by “the” angel of God, Gabriel? Most people fell down on their faces, prostrate as if to worship the angel. People thought the angels were God. Many times in scripture the angels would comfort the person they were reaching out to and tell them not to be afraid. People feared the angels. Gabriel is God’s immediate attendant who had and used powers to get his message across. Reading the full context of the scripture of Luke 1 you learn that Gabriel visited Zechariah to tell him of the birth of John. Zechariah didn’t believe Gabriel. Gabriel muted Zechariah until John’s birth just to prove to him that Gabriel was who he said he was and that the good news of John’s birth was real and true.

Human nature tends to be pessimistic, unbelieving, and untrusting. Some have to learn the hard way to trust God.

Gabriel was sent with the express purpose to deliver the message of the good news of the Messiah coming.

Elizabeth was very happy that she wouldn’t be ashamed any longer because she was childless. Her exclamation about the Lord being kind is awesome faith in God.

Have you been pessimistic, unbelieving, and untrusting? I have. Name one situation you were untrusting of God; and why? How did it turn out? Me?

Well, let me see here… my whole life is filled with untrust toward situations. The worst part for me is when I was betrayed in a life situation. It’s hard to learn to trust after that. However, when we lay it at the foot of God’s throne and not take it back God takes care of it. I had to relearn to trust. But, that requires having faith in God too. Without faith in God, our lives are lost.

Prayer:

Yahweh, I lift up the readers here on this blog. I ask that You guide them to trust You in all things. I thank You for the coming Messiah. I pray for blessings to be showered on the readers here. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Holy Spirit Indwelling

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Scripture:

9 of 25 Advent Scripture

These angels of the Lord are busy characters. In this scripture, one of the angels is comforting Zechariah to not be afraid, as well as, informing him that God heard his prayer and his wife Elizabeth will give birth to a son (Elizabeth was on older woman by this time. She’s not been able to conceive before now) and they are to name him John. John will be great in the eyes of the Lord. John mustn’t touch any kind of alcoholic drink. Even before John is born he will be filled with the Holy Spirit.

He will be the forerunner of Jesus.

So, something that blows my mind is that the Holy Spirit is to dwell in utero within John’s fetus. At the same time, Mary will be pregnant with Jesus. That’s amazing because two of the Trinity are in baby form at the same time. He is the all-powerful, almighty, and supreme God. There is none other. He is one of a kind. He is alive; living in and through His word and His church body.

That proves HIS Omnipresence. He can be everywhere at the same time all the time.

Yahweh is beyond amazing; comprehension is unattainable regarding how He works.

This is where faith kicks in. We must trust Him. If we don’t, chaos ensues.

The Messiah is coming!

How does this scripture speak to you? How do you apply this knowledge to your life? Me?

I cannot help but praise, honor, glorify, worship, adore, and love Yahweh for this gift He has given to us. He is so beyond any comprehension I have. I do trust Him. I’ve long ago surrendered to Him. Yeah, there are times I break down and question my faith and why He is doing with my life. I also wonder what is that He needs to use me for? I feel useless at times. But, that’s what Satan would have us believe. He is a liar. He’s the father of lies. I stomp on his head in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Prayer:

Almighty Abba Yah, thank you can’t say it good enough. But, thank You. You are amazingly awesome. I lift up the readers of this blog to You. I pray that they will be blessed beyond measure. Pressed down and overflowing with Your grace and mercy. I pray the Holy Spirit washes over them and brings them to their knees in full adoration and honor to You for who You are and what You’ve done for our depraved souls. The gift of salvation is the only way to Heaven. I pray for everyone reading this blog to seek You fully. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Place of Honor

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Scripture:

To put this scripture into perspective we need to see the context of it here; in Acts 5: 29-32.

It says this:
29 But Peter and the apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than any human authority. 30 The God of our ancestors raised Jesus from the dead after you killed him by hanging him on a cross. 31 Then God put him in the place of honor at his right hand as Prince and Savior. He did this so the people of Israel would repent of their sins and be forgiven. 32 We are witnesses of these things and so is the Holy Spirit, who is given by God to those who obey him.”

Acts 5: 29-32

Peter and the apostles were arrested by the high priest and his officials, who were Sadducees. However, they were released by an angel who told them, “Go to the Temple and give the people this message of life!”

The high council didn’t like that the apostles were teaching in the Temple and had the arrested again and brought back to stand trial. The High Council reminded the apostles that they were instructed to never teach again, about Jesus.

Then, Peter and the apostles replied with the message in verses 29-32.

The apostles are trying to get it into the council’s thick heads that Jesus is the authority, not them. Jesus is the Almighty Powerful God. The sinners need to repent and be forgiven.

Being at God’s right hand is a very important place to be. I know we get bogged down with the concept of the Trinity. The Triune God. I know it’s confusing for many. The main thing to remember is that God is forgiving and He offers us the chance to accept His forgiveness through Jesus. Jesus is the ultimate Gift. HE is our Savior born through a virgin, Mary. That in and of itself is a miracle.

What will you do with the miracle of Jesus, our Savior, this Christmas? Me?

You see it right here. I’m doing my best to share HIM with everyone. He’s the light of the world, He’s the bread of life.

Your turn! GO!

Prayer:

Dear Abba Yah, Jesus, and Holy Spirit, I lift the readers of this blog up to YOU and pray they seek You and find peace and love in You, as well as, forgiveness. Thank You, Almighty Yah, in Jesus’ name, amen.

Gift of Peace

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Day 7 of 25 Advent Scripture

We have peace with God. It is sin that produces the strife between us and God, not only creates a weird awkwardness but, an animosity; the holy righteous God cannot, in honor, be at peace with a sinner while he continues under the guilt of sin. Justification takes away the guilt, and so opens a pathway for peace. And the like are the kindness and generosity of God to man that, immediately at the time of the removal of the obstruction (sin), the peace is made. By faith, we obtain God’s arm of strength, and then, are at peace.

How can we not accept God’s gift of Jesus with the peace that comes with it? We all want peace; don’t we?

What does God’s peace look like in your life? Me?

Well, let me see if I can make a quick rundown.

  • In situations where my life should’ve been taken; He saw fit to keep me alive.
  • Times when I lived not such a good lifestyle; He showed me grace and mercy to deliver me out of it.
  • He uses me to bless all of you who read this blog.
    • Decades ago I started my walk with God.
    • At some point along the way, He placed this ministry on my heart.
      • I didn’t know exactly how to execute it. So, I just did what I knew best and shared Him with anyone who would listen.
      • The Internet finally came along. I made a website. Not this one. This one came much much later.
      • FB came along and I shared there on my personal profile.
      • God finally showed me through the inspiration from other online ministries what to do.
  • I’m blessed to have a wonderful marriage through God.
    • We’ve had our fair share of bumps in the road. It’s not all sunshine and roses.
  • Although I don’t have relationships with them, I have 5 grandchildren.
    • If God wants it to happen; it will happen.

Your turn! GO!

Prayer:

Dear Abba Yah, show my readers Your path to peace. Show them Your love and grace as You have to me. I thank You for the readers of this blog. I thank You for the gift of Salvation through Jesus, the Messiah. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Sovereign Power

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Day 6 of 25 Advent Scripture

Our Lord Jesus is full of power, a mighty Savior. He is a righteous Judge. He will complete His purpose. He is a caring and tender Lord, however.

“With the pity and tenderness of a shepherd,” God is the Shepherd of Israel; Christ is the good Shepherd. Quote: Matthew Henry

The same that rules with the strong hand of a prince leads and feeds with the kind hand of a shepherd. The Lord is mighty and strong but, yet, tender and caring; especially for those that need it the most.

That is so amazing to me. The Lord is hard but, yet, soft. It’s mind-blowing to me that He can be both. It’s almost incomprehensible. He’s definitely the ultimate gift from God! It can never be topped!

What’s your take on it? Share your thoughts.

Prayer

Thank YOU, Abba Yah, for such an amazing gift of a shepherd who is so tender and caring. I pray that the reader of this blog is blessed by such a gift as Jesus. I pray in Jesus’ name, amen.

God’s Love For The World

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Scripture

This scripture is part of a discourse between Jesus and Nicodemus. Jesus was explaining to him, Nicodemus, how Jesus, himself, is the Son of God and that He, Jesus, was to be the Savior of the world. Jesus was explaining to Nicodemus how God loved the world so much that whoever believes in Jesus shouldn’t perish but have everlasting life.

This is the ultimate act of love. Jesus giving Himself as our Savior because God loves us so much he doesn’t want to see us perish. So much grace and mercy here.

God is such a merciful and gracious God. What an awesomely amazing gift to us.

How does that affect you?

Prayer

Dear Heavenly Abba Yah; how amazingly wonderful You are. Thank You to infinity and beyond. There’s not enough thank yous to cover how much I appreciate this gift of salvation through Jesus Christ, the Messiah. I pray that the readers of this blog have accepted You as their savior and live it out in their lives. I pray that we can be the best disciples of Jesus to share His Good News with those around us. I pray in Jesus’ name, amen.

The King is Coming!

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Jesus, He’s our King. He’s coming!

“He is the God of salvation; treasures of salvation are in him.”

Matthew Henry

So amazing! REJOICE, O’ people. SHOUT in triumph.

Aren’t you excited and joyful of the coming King? How are you celebrating Jesus? Me?

I celebrate Jesus every day of the year. I pray, share Him with everyone I can, and serve when I can. HE was the ultimate servant. He washed his disciple’s feet.

Your turn! GO!

Prayer:

Dear Abba Yah, I pray for the readers of this blog and lift them up to You. I pray that they accept Jesus as their savior and they shout and rejoice Jesus coming as their King. In Jesus’ name, amen.

The Saviour Who Was A Servant

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He (The Messiah) grew up as a plant, silently, and concealed. He had none of the glory that one might’ve thought when coming in contact with him. His whole life wasn’t only humble externally but, also heavy-hearted. Being made sin for us, he suffered the punishment sin had subjected us to. He chose to be made sin for us. He knew all along that this was happening.

Our sins call for all anguish and suffering, even the harshest. We’re saved from the devastation [because of sin we become accountable] by laying our sins on Christ. This atonement was to be made for our sins. And this is the only way of salvation.

What an amazingly gracious and merciful God we serve. The Messiah, a gift, instead of punishment and devastation.

How does the gift of The Saviour look in your life?

Me? God has blessed me beyond comprehension. I deserve the harshest devastation. But, yet, He sees to it that I am spared through The Messiah’s gift of salvation through grace. Thank You, Yah!

Accept Yahweh’s gift of salvation through The Messiah and be very blessed. That’s not to say we’ll never go through hardship in life. Yahweh often uses hardship to build our faith and to bring others to a saving faith in Him. It’s a free gift. All we need to do it accept it and live it out in our lives. I do my best. I slip up sometimes. But, because Yahweh is such an amazing GOD, he forgives me and gives me another chance to make it right with Him. What about you?

Prayer

Dear Abba Yah, I lift up the readers of this blog. I pray for them to seek YOU in this Christmas season. I pray they lay all their burdens at the foot of Your throne and leave them with You to handle. I trust You to do that, Yah! Thank You for the gift of salvation through The Messiah, Jesus. I thank You in advance for hearing and answering this prayer. In Jesus’ name, amen.

And He Will Be Called…

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This Child was born for the sake of us people, we sinners, of all believers, from the beginning to the end of the world. With good reason, he’s called Wonderful, because he is both God and man. His love is the wonder of angels and glorified saints. He is the Counsellor because, he knew the counsels of God from eternity; and he gives counsel to men, in which he advises our well-being. He is the Wonderful Counsellor; none teaches like him. He is God, the mighty One. The Character of, is the labor of the Mediator, that no less power than that of the mighty God could deliver. He is God, one with the Father. As the Prince of Peace, he reconciles us to God; he is the Giver of peace in the heart and moral sense; and when his kingdom is fully rooted, men will learn to war no more. The government will be in sync with him; he will carry the burden of it. Divine things are spoken of Christ’s government. There is no end to the growth of its peace because the happiness of its peoples will last for eternity. The exact agreement of this prophecy with the doctrine of the New Testament shows that Jewish prophets and Christian teachers had the same view of the person and salvation of the Messiah.

With that, how can we not believe? He was born specifically to save us, sinners. It’s amazing! I look forward to peace for eternity. Peace is something the world had been working towards for some time now. The whole earth needs Jesus. That’s where peace is found. In HIM and HIM alone!

Join me this season to seek out His peace.

PRAYER
Dear Heavenly Father, I seek Your peace. I pray that the readers of this blog will also seek You, not just for peace but, for their salvation as well. Thank You for Jesus! He’s the reason for the Christmas season! In Jesus’ name, amen.

2 of 25 of Advent Scripture.
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Ahaz’s Sign of the Messiah

Scripture

Ahaz was threatened. He was assured the attack was fruitless. Then, God gives Ahaz a reliably certain sign by the promise of the long-expected Messiah.

God keeps His promises. God is trustworthy! We need to trust Him in what He says. We also need to learn to be patient.

But, wow, can you imagine receiving a message like that? The Messiah is coming! Hallelujah!

I would’ve been mind blown! My jaw would drop to the ground! I would’ve gone bonkers with excitement. I probably wouldn’t be able to sleep!

How would you react and feel if you were Ahaz and been told that news?

1 of 25 of Advent Scripture.

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Prayer


Dear Abba YAH, I lift up the reader of this blog and pray that it blesses them and causes the lost to reach out to You and be found because of this amazing Messiah message! In Jesus’ precious and holy name, amen!