Sunday, October 25, 2009

FINALLY! The Third Command of Christ!

Rejoice
"Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you"
(Matthew 5:11-12 KJV)

Memorization and Meditation
1 Peter 4:12-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 2
Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:4,6

Personal Application for Command 3
Praying the Names of God
Jehovah-Nissi: The Lord Your Banner
-Exodus 17:8-16; Deuteronomy 20:4

Jesus Christ Is Our Life
-John 14:6; John 10:10

Examining My Heart

  • Do I see trials as God's means of bringing me to spiritual maturity?
  • Have I found Scriptures to strengthen me in trials?
  • How have I overcome reviling with good works?
  • Have I thanked God for trials and persecution?
  • Do I keep my eyes on eternity when trials come into my life?
  • Am I willing to join in the sufferings of Christ?
  • Have I identified benefits in the trials I am facing?
  • What qualities are my trials building in me?
Developing Character

Joyfulness vs. Self-Pity
Joyfulness is the bright spirit and radiant countenance that come by being in full fellowship with the Lord.






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