Jonathan follows up on last week’s teaching about living in the fruitful, abundant land where glory dwells. He states that offense is one of the primary killers of blessing in the church today (Satan can conquer if he can divide). Starting in Luke 7, he defines “offense” as a trap of Satan that brings many people into captivity. The core of all offense, like all sin, is pride - thinking of ourselves more highly than we ought. James 3 has a short, but powerful teaching on this topic, outlining two types of seeds - two types of “wisdom” - one from the earth and one from heaven. He shares a real-life example out of Numbers 12 where Moses’ brother & sister were offended and jealous and how the Lord (and meek Moses) responded. The choice is yours: Take offense - or Take the Lord’s rich blessing!
Dick brings a word in season concerning the cross of Christ. In John 5, Jesus says all scriptures testify to Himself! From the Abraham & Isaac story, to the Passover and blood on doorposts, to the “life blood” of animal sacrifice - Jesus is at the center of every page in the Bible. He is the bread from heaven!
Harper Brickley shares a sweet story of the Lord’s love for her. Last week, she received a prophetic word publicly that confirmed the Lord’s gentle care.