Man was created in the image of His Creator, he was given the attribute of free will, and the intellect to appreciate both. God having delivered the Israelites from Egyptian bondage and now steering them toward the promise land, chose the occasion of Sinai to establish His requirements for fellowship and cooperation between Himself and His adopted family. The first two non-negotiables were: 1) no other God allowed nor tolerated, and; 2) no tokens nor images of their supposed impression of what God looked like would be allowed. Simply detailed, one God, and relationship with Him meant coming to Him directly (ref.: Exodus 20:3-6).
Prayer to consider: “Heavenly Father, I realize that this world in which we live is filled with activity and many associated distractions, but I want to be totally attentive to You and Your plan for me, so, help me, by the Holy Spirit, to not allow anything, nor anyone, to draw my devotion away from Your fellowship and Your instructions, in Jesus’ name. Amen.” (April 23, 2024)
“Thou shalt have no other gods, before me,” was part of the instructions given to the people of Israel, now liberated from Egyptian bondage, and just in case they may decide to challenge or disregard His instructions, He added, “I am a jealous god” (ref.: Exodus 20:3-6). As we examine the rules that God interjects to this new association that He is creating at Mt. Sinai, we should notice that He first includes His credentials to lead this new ‘church’ – “I am the Lord thy God which hath brought thee out of Egypt, out of the house of bondage”.
Prayer to consider: “Heavenly Father, I offer my allegiance to no other God but You, for I have found Your credentials thorough by the presence of Your Spirit and the truth of Your Word. Teach me and I will believe, lead me and I will follow, in Jesus’ name. Amen.” (April 22, 2024)
I am always excited when the presence of the Lord, through the Holy Spirit, is manifesting in the preaching of God's Word and the offering of Praise from worshippers!
When the Saints worship openly and freely, the Holy Spirit works through Christians who present themselves as both willing and available. Miracles are not strangers to this Church nor its congregants. Neither does God limit Himself to a single church or community (reference Dante Revival - Archive). Come. Worship with us. Get involved. The enemy of our souls will not like your efforts, but the rewards of successes will more than reward the challenges.
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