JANUARY 23 Mon

That Which Satan Has Given - Imprints, Roots, and Nature

John 19:30 / When he had received the drink, Jesus said, "It is finished." With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.

Hymn #94 I'd Rather Have Jesus (Unified Hymn 102)

On the cross, Jesus finished everything related to darkness. (John 19:30) In the book of Isaiah, the promise that "a virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son," (Isaiah 7:14) was fulfilled after 700 years. (Matthew 1:19-23) Moreover, even His suffering on the cross was foretold (Isaiah 53:3~5) and also fulfilled. In addition, Jesus died according to the Scriptures and rose again according to the Scriptures. (1 Corinthians 15:3~5) What did Jesus teach during His three years of public ministry?

1. Matthew 5
Jesus spoke about incorrect blessings. By knowing these, you'll know what the right blessings are.

2. Matthew 6
He spoke about incorrect prayers.

3. Matthew 7
He spoke about incorrect worship.

4. Matthew 13
He spoke about incorrect faith.

5. Matthew 16:13~20
He spoke about the incorrect viewpoint regarding the Messiah then proceeded to explain about the correct Gospel.

6. Matthew 17:1~9
He spoke about the incorrect church.

7. Matthew 18:1~10
Finally, He spoke about false success.

In the end, what Jesus spoke about can be summed up in one phrase which is "God's Kingdom." He said, "For theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (Matthew 5:3) “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness." (Matthew 6:33) Jesus even spoke about God's Kingdom for forty days. (Acts 1:3) After the Resurrection, He promised that He would work with all the authority and power of the throne in Heaven and on earth, (Matthew16:20 & Mark 16:20) Ultimately, the 120 people who understood those words conquered the world.

[Covenantal Prayer] Dear God, at this time, help me know that the resurrected Christ who is with me through the power of the throne. Help me solely enjoy Your Kingdom and its works. Help me discard the incorrect imprints, roots, and nature given by Satan. Just like the 120 disciples, help me save the world. In Jesus Christ's name, I pray. Amen.