Monday, April 4, 2011

The Lord has Anointed me

Father we come to you in the name of Jesus
We ask you to release more b/c we ask you to.
We ask for a greater measure tonight than you would have given if we had not stopped to ask you.
We ask for sensitivity.  Help us.
Give us impressions of the Holy Spirit.
Our confession is the Lord has anointed me to speak the good things of the kingdom.
Lord has anointed me to proclaim liberty
Lord has anointed me to proclaim healing to their body, mind and spirit.
Lord has anointed me to speak impressions that is my confession.
We cast off condemnation, accusation from the enemy.
You have anointed us b/c of your kindness.
We thank you in Jesus name.

Sunday, March 27, 2011

II. A SUCCESSFUL LIFE: 4 AREAS OF FOCUS

A. Heart connect with God: Develop a vibrant spirituality which includes prayer, fasting, talking to God, walking in obedience to God’s will, and growing in understanding and faith in God’s word. We seek to see the first commandment have first place in our life.
B. Humility and a servant spirit: Develop humility toward God and people. We grow in gratitude as we see that we are getting a better deal in our life than we deserve before God.
1. We cultivate a servant spirit that sees others as important. Thus, we treat them with kindness and generosity in our words and resources.
3In lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. (Phil. 2:3-4)
2. We live with a teachable spirit by knowing how much we need to learn. We do not trust in our goodness, thus we refuse condemnation for the sins we have repented of.
18Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise...let him become a fool [see our need to learn from others] that he may become wise. (1 Cor. 3:18)
C. Diligence in our assignment: Commit to being diligent in our work assignment in God as well as in our preparation and skill development related to our life assignment. God gives each individual an assignment to do His work in the home, marketplace, church, neighborhood, and in each area of society. We work hard with diligence as unto the Lord as we make disciples, release God’s kingdom ways in whatever place we are by encouraging people, winning the lost, praying for the sick, etc. This includes diligently preparing ourselves to help others.
D. Building godly relationships: Seek to build deep relationships with few by mutual sharing with an open heart and investment of time and love. Start with your family.
24A man who has friends must himself be friendly... (Prov. 18:24)