SCRIPTURE: Luke (NIV) 10:9 Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God is near you.’
OBSERVATION: Evangelistic ministry, as Jesus directed the apostles, consisted of two major parts. First was the demonstration of the power of God, and second was the information about the kingdom of God. Sometimes the teaching preceded the demonstration, but both were clearly present.
People need to know that God’s kingdom, His structure of authority, is present and how to personally become a part of that Kingdom through faith. And it is good when they can see a demonstration of that authority making a difference in everyday lives. The demonstration of God’s power over sickness helped them realize that God’s kingdom is not some fantasy. It is REAL and affects reality!!!
APPLICATION: When we invite Jesus to forgive our sins and make our lives His home, things change. His presence in us makes a difference, a difference that people can see.
The special move of God now happening in Sierra Leone started with God healing a key leader! The move of God has now spread to 10 communities and Bishop Sam says that there are 15 other communities wanting the SOAP team to come! The Kingdom of God is expanding through SOAPs in Africa and Asia!
PRAYER: Lord, we pray for two things. First, may your presence in our lives make such a noticeable difference that people want what we have. Second, Holy Spirit give us the words to say as we explain that “The Kingdom of God is near you!” Amen.
Pastor Leon
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