Media Tagged with Favor

Spiritual quotient (SQ), which is defined by Kris as the ability to discern, perceive and judge the spiritual dimensions that are at work in and around you, and manage this realm towards a positive outcome. We are a spirit, that has a soul, that has a body. The most powerful part of our being is our spirit. It is important to learn how to develop and grow this part of our being.

How can we leave a legacy of longevity to the next generation? Bill examines the life of Hezekiah to reveal keys. We must move into the reality of lasting blessing and favor, instead of the cycle of blessing and complacency the church has experienced. We are created to carry favor and blessing so that others are impacted and changed by the goodness of God. When favor increases, it increases our capacity to sacrifice.

The character and nature of God cannot be defined by the reactions of men. God's nature goes from glory to glory. When we are negatively affected by our circumstances, we must hold on to the great things that God has already done in our lives

Danny shares a powerful message about finding out where do you feel God's pleasure in your life and pursuing the areas where there is grace and favor.

If Christianaity is not under the influence of heavenly culture then it will create a culture that will eventually undermine the message of the real gospel. Can we be entrusted with prosperity with purpose? The Lord wants to take us through opposition so that He can trust us with influence. Promotion is not for self gratification. Instead the position is used for honoring the name of the Lord.
The focus of the Christian life is not the cross, it is the resurrection But you can't get to the resurrection without the cross. My job is to die, His job is to raise me.

Paul Manwaring shares personal stories that illuminate God's goodness and favor.
He explains angelic activities through testimonies, and releases hope for God to
break into difficult circumstances.

The law cannot provide mercy. Only the judge can provide mercy by interpreting the law. Law can be altered to protect the one the judge favors. When relationship is absent, we defer to the law. Love takes the framework of law, and through it, provides mercy.

You have not been modified, you have been transformed. God doesn't just want to reform the church, he wants to transform the world.
In Acts 15, the apostles had gathered because Holy Spirit had been poured out on the Gentiles. The Pharisees (those who understood the Law) wanted the Gentiles to follow the Judeo Law. After the meeting in Acts 15, it was decided that the Gentiles were not required to follow the Old Testament Law. In the same way, as those from the New Age movement encounter God, are we going to hold them to our standards or only the key things that could adversely affect their relationship with God?
God favors both the righteous and the unrighteous. We are called to love our enemies and bless those who persecute us. We need to love in a felt way that has action on it. How does a holy nation behave to other nations? Honor all people, honor the king.

Eric shares candidly about contending for his own healing, being raised by Bill & Beni, and Bethel's heart for missions.