January 1, 2021 (Fri)

The Answer of Roots

Acts 8:6~7 │ And the crowds with one accord paid attention to what was being said by Philip, when they heard him and saw the signs that he did. For unclean spirits, crying out with a loud voice, came out of many who had them, and many who were paralyzed or lame were healed.

Hymn #171 God Sent His Son

[Message Video] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62wHEugnpNE&list=PLOCBKggOTU7yqOj4BUIgI_1Yx-MldYCO-&index=14

The most important answer for children of God is being rooted in the Gospel. However, a majority of people have scars rooted in them. God’s works begin only when roots change. Then, how can you change your imprints and roots?

1. You Must Break Down Scars
The Samaritans had three kinds of scars. They were historical scars sustained when they were taken captive to Assyria; religious scars pertaining to incidents when they were discriminated against by the people of Judah; and daily life scars that had accumulated over time because of previous circumstances. Philip went into this field and broke down the scars that had ruined the Samaritans.

2. With One Heart, You Must Relay Christ and Hear about Him
With one heart, Philip solely relayed Christ, and the Samaritans listened with one heart and followed him. Consequently, evil spirits that had attached themselves to people departed and the works of healing diseases arose.

Whatever scars or problems you might have, you must correctly realize the cause. By doing so, you’ll understand why God has given you Christ, and you’ll be able to hold onto Him with one heart.

[Covenantal Prayer] Dear God, help me to hold onto Christ and relay Him with one heart. May the works of the Holy Spirit that completely change destructive imprints and roots take place. I pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

New Believers and Field Ministers’ Retreat, Lecture 2 (2) | July 7, 2020

[Deep Questions]
Q. How Can You Change Your Repulsive and Longstanding Imprints?

First, you must admit that you cannot change your imprints through your own power. By doing so,
you’ll discover the reason why it isn’t “just Christ,”
but “only Christ.” Then, your imprints will change.