WE ARE ONE

"The answer to your prayer begins with your measure of faith. 

Too often, we ask God to do what we really don't believe He can do, or we want Him to do all the work,  when our faith is the answer to our problem.  He has given us power, through our faith in Christ, to conquer the world.    

Lord, increase our faith."

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WE ARE ONE

My brothers and sisters,

My heart is filled with love and joy in the knowledge that we are one in the Spirit.  The Father is in the Son. The Son is in the Father.  We are one with the Father, Son and His Holy Ghost.  Through the sacrifice and petition of Jesus, we are One.  (John 17:20, 21)

I speak not of our individual relationship with the Trinity, but of our combined relationship together.  I speak not of a church congregation or membership (for they are not one), but an inseparable fusion and fellowship.  You and I, through the power of His Holy Ghost, are one.  What does this mean? How can many become one?  We must see beyond our flesh.  We are spiritual beings, linked with other spiritual beings, through His Holy Spirit.  Why?  In order that we may be perfected together.  So, that, we may be of one mind to move as the Body of Christ.  So, that, we may be a powerful force against the darkness.  So, that, we will draw others to Christ.  So, that, the love of Christ in us will prove to the world that He was God's Son.  (John 17:22,23)

 ONE IN PRAYER

Know this, my brothers and sisters, that you may be a more effective vessel, within the Body of Christ.  As we are one with His Holy Spirit, we are one when we pray. What does this mean?  It means that with this knowledge, we can be more effective as a body.  It means that as you pray, His Holy Spirit within us all hears and acts on your behalf.  Even if I am not aware of what you have prayed for, I can be an effective vessel.  His Holy Spirit, the Father and Son, within us, can place it upon my heart to pray for what is needed and use me accordingly.  It is not magical, mystical or paranormal, for we never give Satan credit for what belongs to God.  Through the power of God, we are given wisdom and guidance, discernment and remembrance.  His Holy Spirit can bring to mind situations and scriptures that will help and lead us to pray for others, go to others and act on their behalf.  Why use others to pray, also?  Because, we are one and everything we do effects those around us. When we ask our Father for something, He responds.  Prayer changes things, for Jesus said that if we ask in His name and it be the will of the Father, it will be given.

Know this, also, that you may be a more effective vessel.  Prayer shows faith in God.  It is not a time of doubt but an affirmation of His power and ability to do all things. 

Prayer is not only for times of weakness and need.  Prayer is a time to offer yourself as a willing vessel to do His will.  

It is a time to prepare for spiritual battle and be strengthened.  It is a time for intercession. 

Prayer is a time to tell Him what is in your heart and let Him know you are His. It is a time to praise and love God. 

FAITH IN PRAYER

Prayer shows God your measure of faith and that you place your faith in Him.  The answer to your prayer begins with your measure of faith.  Too often, we ask God to do what we really don't believe He can do, or we want Him to do all the work, when our faith is the answer to our problem. He has given us power, through our faith in Christ, to conquer the world.  Lord, increase our faith.

When you pray, do not pray as if your words are floating upward to be caught by God, or as if He has to strain to hear them, or do not think that only angels, clergy, dead saints or the mother of Jesus can intercede for you.  For we are His saints and His Holy Spirit, the living presence of God, is within us.  Through Christ, we are given the privilege of supplication, in His name. 

Acknowledge God's presence within you.  Center yourself and fill yourself with prayer.  Be filled with His Holy Spirit, who hears and acts on our behalf.  When we are in battle, just as Jesus prayed in the garden, we must fill each fiber of our being with prayer.  As the Body of Christ, we pray unceasingly.  Our lives become a prayer for the Kingdom.  How is this possible?  Through faith.

I pray that you have ears to hear what I tell you and through His Holy Spirit, it will be revealed as truth.  I tell you nothing new, for it is the spoken word of Jesus, that we are one.  Yet, it is one of many things that Satan does not want you to know or believe, so that we will remain divided and weak. 

Above all things, know this--no one can limit the power of God!  He is the same today as He was yesterday and will be forever more.  As He spoke to His people through His Holy Spirit, long ago, He continues to speak today.  Those who belong to Him, hear Him.

When we have true faith in God, we know that He is aware of our every need and will provide for us.  God wants to mature and equip us so that we can be used to meet the needs of others.  Let us, listen to His voice, so that our prayers reflect what is needed and our surrender to His will.

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Lord, let our life be hope for the downtrodden and those who have given up.

Use us Lord, to show true repentance, that you may be glorified and others will repent

May we be an example to show others how to forgive

Purify our hearts to love others as you love us

Create in us a clean spirit and a steadfast love

Use us, Lord, to comfort those in sorrow and distress

Use us, Lord, to feed the hungry and provide clothing and shelter

Use us, Lord, to heal the sick

Lord, let our life reflect the joy you have given us

Help us to live in truth and righteousness

Let us bring peace within a troubled world 

Strengthen us to be soldiers of light and vigilant watchmen

Use us, Lord, to protect your Kingdom

Keep us from the evil one 

Lord, help us to live a life of true discipleship to bring others to you

Help us to nurture and protect your children

Use us to feed your flock 

May we speak your Word boldly

Jesus, let our life show others that your yoke is easy and your burden is light. Although, they may be heavy laden with the cares of this world, when they take upon your yoke, they can stand in the knowledge that they have a Father in Heaven who holds us in His hands ; who will deliver us; and will never leave us alone.

Jesus, help us to abide in you.  Jesus, increase our faith.

We love you, Lord.  Where can we look without seeing the magnificent work of your hands? There is no love like yours that manifests itself so greatly to fill a universe.  Knowing you has given us life, whereas, we were unknowingly asleep with sin and death.  Now, there is no life without your truth and righteousness.   The world hangs upon the breath of your grace and mercy.  We hunger for your holiness and your living Word.

Father, awaken the sleeping and prepare us for the battles and trials ahead; for the time of spiritual war is at hand.  You have given us so many talents and skills to prepare the way.  Guide us, Lord.  Help us to equip those to come who must stand on the front lines until you come, Jesus.

In their time of struggle give them comfort in knowing that life on earth can be hard by choice or circumstance, but it is for a time and season.  But, God gives us assurance that through His grace and mercy, even the most wretched, hungry soul, tormented, abused or beyond pain, can find comfort in Christ who feeds the spirit and prepares a better place. 

Although a man be too weak to speak or unable to raise or fold a hand in prayer.  God hears the silence and feels the pain.  Others may look on him as hopeless and accursed, but this poor soul, through God has been blessed, for he lights the way for others to the Kingdom.

Help them light the way, Father.  This we humbly pray, in your name, Jesus

We submit ourselves to your will and your way.  United together.  We are One.

We give you all glory, honor and power, with praise,

 Have Thy Way Lord, We Stand Fast

Your servants, within Your Kingdom

Amen

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Finally, remember this--Our Lord, and Savior, Jesus Christ is the author and finisher of our faith.  Abide in Him and your faith will be perfected. You are never alone. We are One. (Hebrews 12:1,2)


1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,

2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

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