Start Speaking Faith Now by Kenneth Copeland

FROM FAITH TO FAITH -- DAILY DEVOTIONALSEARCH September 5, 2013 Start Speaking Faith Now Kenneth Copeland Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. – Matthew 12:34-35 Words won't work without faith any more than faith will work without words! It takes them both to put the law of faith in motion. Many believers don't realize that. They'll continually speak words of doubt and unbelief, then they'll jump up one day and say a couple of faith words and expect mountains to move-- and to their dismay, they don't. Why not? Because as Matthew 12:34-35 says, it's the words that come from the heart that produce results. The person who just throws in a couple of faith words now and then isn't speaking them from the abundance of his heart, so they're not effective. Does that mean you shouldn't start speaking words of faith until you're sure you have the faith to back them? No! Speaking words of faith is good spiritual exercise. If you want to receive healing by faith, for example, fasten your mind and your mouth on the Word of God where your health is concerned. Instead of talking about how miserable you feel, quote Isaiah 53:5. Say, "Jesus was wounded for my transgressions. He was bruised for my iniquities. The chastisement of my peace was upon Him; and with His stripes, praise God, I was healed!" If you'll continue to meditate on those words and continue to say them, the truth in them will begin to sink in. They'll take root in your heart and begin to grow. And eventually you really will be speaking from the abundance of your heart. When that happens, it won't matter what the circumstances look like. You'll know you have what you've been believing for and the devil himself won't be able to talk you out of it. You'll cross the line from hope to faith, and you'll start seeing those mountains move! Scripture Reading: Matthew 12:33-37

One Word by Rod Parsley

One Word At that time Jesus said, "I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. Matthew 11:25 Put first things first! Your needs may be great, your trials may be fiery and your circumstances may be threatening. You have prayed and even begged God to come through for you. Yet you haven't seen the answer. I want you to know that God is ready to deliver you, save you and set you free, but God only responds to His Word-not your circumstances. So, calm down and put first things first! God's Word is immutable, forever settled in the heavens! Don't focus on your circumstances or on your need for a miracle. It may be incredibly tough for you right now, but you have to make the Word of God your number one priority. Spend time alone with God today, not talking, not crying, not praying and asking God to help you. Spend time in His presence doing nothing but singing and listening to the voice of the Lord. He will give you the instruction you need. He will give you the keys to your miracle! Further Reading Proverbs 3:6 Isaiah 30:21 Psalms 73:23 -25 God Bless,

The Good Life by Joe Stowell

"Beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses." Luke 12:15 Driving down the highway in Houston, I passed a billboard with large letters that announced “THE GOOD LIFE!” I couldn’t wait to get closer to read the small print, which explained that the “good life” was about buying a lakefront home starting at $300,000. Which made me wonder if some unhappy families might live in those homes, with kids who never see their parents, or couples who, though living on the lake, wish they weren’t even living together. Luke 12:15 came to mind as I remembered the story of the man who asked Jesus to tell his brother to divide the inheritance with him. That was the wrong thing to ask Jesus! He replied with a warning, “Beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.” He then went on to tell the story of an extremely rich man who, from God’s point of view, was a fool—not because he was successfully wealthy but because he was not rich toward God. The sooner we get over the illusion that more stuff means more peace, happiness, and self-fulfillment, the better off we will be. And then the more able we will be to find the longed-for peace and happiness—the true “good life”—that only Jesus can provide. O Lord, help us to be content, Whatever we possess; Protect us from the foolish lie That “more” brings happiness. —Sper The “good life” is found in the richness of God. Categories: Christian life Tags: Money, Possessions

A Miracle Working God by Rod Parsley

A Miracle-Working God The Lord said to me, "You have seen correctly, for I am watching to see that my word is fulfilled." Jeremiah 1:12 Have you put your trust in God's Word? Ask God to guide you to some Scriptures to help you and give you hope. The Scriptures are full of stories of God's amazing miracles. Job 5:9 says, "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." If you are waiting for God to manifest His miraculous power, I stand with you in faith today and believe that your miracle is taking place even as you read this. In fact, I believe that you are about to enter into a season of miracles. I believe you are about to receive things that you never even prayed about. God is about to do something in your life that is completely and absolutely sovereign! You have an incredible advantage in this world-God is on your side! Ecclesiastes 7:12 says, "The advantage of knowledge is this: that wisdom preserves the life of its possessor." God is about to take you from where you are to where you ought to be! Put your faith in His infallible Word. His Word can never return void. God's angels are currently on assignment making sure that His promises manifest in your life today! Further Reading Job 5:9 Psalms 77: 14 Matthew 24:35 God Bless, God helped me to find my wallet that I lost on 9/10/13. The wallet was found and everything was in tact including the cash. Praise God. There are some Christians in the world.

Packed With Power by Joe Stowell

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16-17 My wife, Martie, and I have some items of worth around our house that sit on mantles or behind glass doors. They are things we have collected over the years, things from special places we’ve been or from special friends we have known. Though these items may have a good deal of worth to us personally, in terms of function they’re not worth much. My guess is that you have a few of your own prized dust collectors as well. I wonder if you, though you might never admit it, feel that way about the Bible—It’s an important book with great value but with little usefulness for the realities you face every day. After all, how could an ancient book written by religious zealots even begin to connect with the challenges of your often-too-complex life? Here’s the good news: When it comes to your life, nothing could be more helpful! The Word of God has tremendous worth and plays an active role in our lives to effect change. Paul explained its power to Timothy when he said that the Bible is “useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16-17). I think of my friend who told me of a time when he was away on a business trip. As he returned to his hotel one night and stepped on the elevator, two young, attractive women joined him. As he pressed the button to get off on his floor, they said, “Hey, mister, how about a little fun tonight?” He told me that Galatians 6:8 immediately came to mind: “The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.” He said that verse was like a shade drawn between him and what could have been a persuasive temptation. In that moment, the correcting power of the Word of God kept him safe and on course. Whether we realize it or not, throughout our lives we have been saturated with false values, and we need to be reprogrammed with truth. God’s ways and wisdom are without peer. His Word really is like a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119: 105). We need to know what to do with our time, energy, and money. We need to know what to do with our minds. We need to be taught what to do about friends and how to handle enemies. We need to be taught about family, work, and leisure. God’s Word is jam-packed with time-tested principles of success for every situation and issue of life. More importantly, God’s Word teaches us the wonderful truth that He cared enough to die for us when we were lost in our sin. In His Word we learn about His character and how we can cultivate a trusted relationship with Him. We learn things about Him through His Word that we cannot learn anywhere else. The Bible is “living and active” (Hebrews 4:12) and packed with power. It’s not meant to be a collector’s item on your shelf. Go ahead—dust it off and discover for yourself how God can use His Word to guide, protect, encourage, and enrich your life! YOUR JOURNEY… What importance does the Bible have in your life? Would you describe it as “living and active”? If not, what steps can you take to change that? Think through some circumstances where you can experience the unique usefulness of God’s Word as it pertains to (1) teaching, (2) rebuking, (3) correcting, and (4) training in righteousness. Like my friend at the hotel, have you experienced a time when God’s Word came to mind at a critical moment? Share your story with someone who needs to be reminded of the living and active power of God’s Word. Choose a thought from Scripture to take with you today. And make it a daily habit! Categories: Basics Of Faith, Bible Scripture, Bible Study, Meditation, Memorization, reading, Reliability Of, Truth Vs. Error, Ways To Study Tags: Meditation, Memorization, reading, reliability of, truth vs. error

Listen to Him by Rod Parsley

Listen to Him My sheep listen to my voice...and they follow me. John 10:27 Are you listening to the Great Shepherd or are you following someone else's voice? Satan may have told you that miracles no longer happen. Maybe he has told you that healing is not for today or the doctor's report is final and your life is over. The devil is a liar! Say that out loud! If you have been listening to those lies, put a stop to it today. The solution is the Word of God! Hebrews 13:8 says, "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." You are reading this today because He wants you to know beyond a shadow of a doubt that He has your best interests at heart! He has a miracle waiting for you today. Pay no attention to what the devil tells you. His words are lies and he only wants to destroy you. He doesn't want you to know the fulfillment of a life lived in Christ. Second Timothy 2:25-26 says, "...God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will." Fill your heart with God's Word. It will produce faith and will activate the miracle you desire! This is our victory! Further Reading John 8:44 Deuteronomy 5:29 Proverbs 4 God Bless,

What is God saying? Rod Parsley

What is God Saying? Do whatever He tells you. John 2:5 Have you received your miracle yet? You might need to go back and obey the last instruction that the Lord gave you before you receive your miracle. You might have to release forgiveness or start acting like you have already received your miracle. Do whatever He tells you! God knows how to take you out of your mess to your miracle, from poverty to prosperity and from sorrow to joy. Sometimes the instructions God gives you may not make sense to anyone, but do whatever He tells you! I'm sure Noah wondered why God had him build an ark in the desert. Abraham probably wondered why God would have him pick up and leave his homeland. These men remained faithful and reaped His blessings! Faith causes you to ignore the realm of your five senses and believe what God tells you. God will always ask you to do something that requires your faith to be stretched, something that will make you trust in Him! Second Corinthians 5:7 says, "We live by faith, not by sight." What miracle do you need today? A miracle in your family or finances? A miracle in your body or in your marriage? Whatever you need today, God sent me to tell you that you are on the verge of your miracle. Remember, do whatever He tells you. Further Reading Exodus 14:27-30 Psalms 105:39-40 Matthew 19:26 God Bless,