11/03/2024
*πLORD, I BELIEVEπππΎ*
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*DAY 358 - NOVEMBER 3RD, 2024*
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THEME: *DIVINE CALLS AND ELECTIONS*
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TOPIC: *LESSONS FROM JESUSβ CLAIM OF EQUALITY WITH THE FATHER*
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*BIBLE PASSAGE: JOHN 5:16-30*
*FOCUS VERSES: JOHN 5:16-21*
_16 For this reason the Jews persecuted Jesus, and sought to kill Him, because He had done these things on the Sabbath. 17 But Jesus answered them, βMy Father has been working until now, and I have been working.β 18 Therefore the Jews sought all the more to kill Him, because He not only broke the Sabbath, but also said that God was His Father, making Himself equal with God. 19 Then Jesus answered and said to them, βMost assuredly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner. 20 For the Father loves the Son, and shows Him all things that He Himself does; and He will show Him greater works than these, that you may marvel. 21 For as the Father raises the dead and gives life to them, even so the Son gives life to whom He will._
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*LESSONS FOR TODAY:*
Welcome to the first Sunday in the month of Thanksgiving, βLORD I BELIEVEβ family. May all the days in this month be filled with an abundance of thanksgiving for us in Jesusβ name!
In John 5, Jesus performed a healing miracle on the Sabbath, an act that stirred up anger among the religious leaders because it violated their strict rules (John 5:16). Yet, Jesus used this moment to reveal something even more astonishing that He and the Father are one in purpose and power (John 10:30). In this passage, we see Jesus affirm that He does only what He sees His Father do which shows us that His every action is in perfect harmony with Godβs will (John 5:19). Family of God, this teaches us a lesson about our alignment with God. Just as Jesus was entirely surrendered to the Fatherβs will, so must we seek to align our lives with His purpose, knowing that in doing so, we walk in the light of His perfect will (John 6:38). Jesus further reveals that the Father loves the Son and shows Him all things (John 5:20). The love relationship between the Father and Son is an invitation for us to live in Godβs love, to trust that He will guide us and reveal Himself to us as we walk closely with Him (1 John 4:16). Beloved, Godβs love is the source of every revelation, every miracle, and every guidance we seek (1 Corinthians 2:9-10). Brethren, let us hold fast to the truth that as we draw nearer to God, He will reveal more of Himself to us in ways that will strengthen our faith and deepen our understanding of Him (James 4:8).
One of the most striking statements Jesus made was His claim that the Father has given Him authority to give life and execute judgment (John 5:22). Let us imagine the magnitude of this claim that Jesus has the same power over life and judgment as the Father (John 5:21). For us as believers, this is a reminder that Jesus is not only our Savior but also our Judge (Acts 10:42). As we live each day, let us remember that our actions and decisions are before the One who sees and knows all (Hebrews 4:13). This should inspire us to walk in humility and righteousness as we seek to honor God in all we do (Micah 6:8). Let us live with reverence, knowing that our lives are in the hands of a loving and just Savior (1 Peter 1:17). The response of the religious leaders to Jesusβ declaration was one of anger and disbelief, but for us who believe, it is a cause for thanksgiving (John 5:18). Through Jesus, we have access to the Father, to His love, and to the eternal life He offers to us (John 3:16). Today, letβs thank God for revealing Himself through His Son to us as our Savior (Matthew 11:27). May we not take for granted the grace of knowing Jesus and the privilege of calling Him our Lord (Philippians 2:11). Brethren, let us carry this believe into our daily lives: that Jesus, our Lord, is in perfect unity with the Father, and we, as His followers, are called to abide in that unity (John 17:21). As we continue in this month of thanksgiving, let us offer praise not only for what God has done but for who He is (Psalm 103:1-2). May His presence be our guide, His love our strength, and His truth our foundation in Jesusβ name (Psalm 18:2). Amen
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*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Oh LORD, thank You for revealing Yourself to me through Jesus. Help me to know You more deeply and walk in the light of Your truth, in Jesusβ name (John 17:3).
2. Oh LORD, align my heart and actions with Your will so that I may live in unity with You, in Jesusβ name (John 15:4-5).
3. Oh LORD, grant me the grace to honor You in all I do, knowing that my life is before You at all moment, in Jesusβ name. (Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, 2 Corinthians 5:10)
4. Oh LORD, draw our leaders nearer to You, reveal more of Yourself to them and deepen their faith, in Jesusβ name. (Jeremiah 33:3, Ephesians 1:17)
5. Oh LORD, let the life of our youth and young adult be a living testimony of Your love, and let their love for You draw others to Your light, in Jesusβ name. (John 13:35)
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