Tag: Source of power

God also bound himself with an oath, so that those who received the promise could be perfectly sure that he would never change his mind. (Hebrews 6:17 NLT) In God we trust! Is there a strong basis for this? Yes, He took an oath and put His Lordship on the line. If He does not … Continue reading Power Point No. 49

In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will. (Ephesians 1:11 NIV) God owns us because He created us. He has the power and authority to do anything He wants. But look at the kindness of God. … Continue reading Power Point No. 48

“I swear by my very life that everyone will kneel down and praise my name!” (Romans 14:11 CEV) Does the Lord need to swear for something that He intends to do? To whom should He swear to? No one is higher than Him. But He did prove that His words are true. He will have … Continue reading Power Point No. 47

And we can each do different things. Yet the same God works in all of us and helps us in everything we do. (1 Corinthians 12:6 CEV) As members of the Church, the body of Christ, we all have different functions. We work together as a body. The work of one is a help to … Continue reading Power Point No. 45

God is working in you to make you willing and able to obey him. (Philippians 2:13 CEV) Because of God’s mercy and grace, He chose us to abide by His commands. As we are, we cannot perfectly obey His will. God – in His great wisdom, power, and love – puts in our hearts the … Continue reading Power Point No. 44