God’s Word is ever wasted with that being said…Today, you, my sister in Jesus Christ were meant to read this…it is a divine appointment with the Father. From the moment you and I accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior we became His Disciples. This is an adventure more than a journey! Adventures are exciting, extraordinary, God’s adventure does not ask us to carry uncertainty but certainty, it is a bold undertaking, and we must be a willing participant.
John 15 tells us that you and I have been chosen to do the work of Christ, God also says there will be success in our work …we will bear fruit. As His disciples Jesus gives us everything we need to do His work through the power of the Holy Spirit in us.
John 14:12 confirms our position and purpose… “Truly, truly I say to you, the one who believes in Me, the works that I do, he will do also; and greater works than these he will do; because I am going to the Father.”
The Great Commission is spoken of in several different scriptures however here we hear our calling clearly from Jesus…“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to follow all that I commanded you; and behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20NASB
We must embrace who we are, and this word “disciple” is not a title it is a position in God’s Kingdom, it is spoken of more than 250 times in God’s Word. We can try to worm our way out, you might have many excuses, but in the end this is WHO WE ARE…His Disciples.
Right now maybe you are saying…”not me” for a number of reasons so let us just bring God’s Truth to those reasons.
If the answer is “Yes” to these two questions then you are a disciple.
You maybe still saying “but I do not know enough”, or “I am not even sure if I am forgiven” possibly “I am not sure I’m worthy.” All of that as well as any other questions…doubts are not from God; they are the devil holding you captive to lies about yourself. How did you answer questions one and two? If the answer was “yes” then it is time to declare you are who God says you are and not this world, person or circumstance. Your TRUE identity is found in Jesus and Him alone!
Ok now that we have cleared that up let us move on…being a disciple requires you to put God’s agenda first and stop focusing on yourself. There is immediate healing in your mind and spirit when God is truly first in your life, and you receive the love He is offering. There is no wondering involved…so if you are, now is the time to ask yourself “What is the hold up?” If this is where you are at…we have some work to do! Write to me!
As God’s disciples we have a twofold purpose often they overlap however I have broken them apart so that you might be able to receive a deeper understand.
The Mission – Is a Burden we carry for the lost when we love God…He tells us clearly that His desire is that not one should perish and so this should always be in our hearts as well. There should be a sense of urgency for all to know…not just those you love but those you do not know and even those who have hurt you. God’s calling you to step out of your comfort zone pursue His plan to help save the lost. This mission begins with prayer…First, those that have hurt you as well as the family members who you are hesitate to share your relationship with Jesus; make them part of your daily prayer, when and if God wants to use you to speak into their lives He will give you the opportunity and the words. Next those you don’t know or maybe those who are an acquaintance i.e. co-worker, grocery clerk, neighbor, gym this is your mission field. Begin your day asking God for opportunities.
Romans 10:14-15 How then are they to call on Him in whom they have not believed? How are they to believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how are they to hear without a preacher? But how are they to preach unless they are sent? Just as it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news of good things!”
The word preacher and preach are the same here in the Greek they are not a title or position but a call; to herald and proclaim meaning to speak out without hesitation, this applies to every believer/disciple to proclaim with boldness…the Good News. To be ready and aware of those around you…ask God how you can bring Your Truth and Love to this person. I want to clear something up right here…many believers had been led to believe they need to know all kinds of scripture or have a testimony ready to share. This is not true! We start by loving this person…listening, giving your time, are you getting it? It is the relationship you build that will speak volumes, be conscious of what God is telling you and how He wants you to respond.
God’s Word is Truth inspired by God and 2 Timothy 3:17 it further says “so that the man or woman of God may be fully capable, equipped for every good work.”
Acts 1:8 “but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem and in all Judea, and Samaria, and as far as the remotest part of the earth.”
You and I are equipped, through faith and God’s Word we have all we need. The Holy Spirit will bring the words to your mouth and your life is a demonstration of God’s love and Truth.
There is a cost you and I must abandon our agenda and pursue God’s agenda. As the daughters of God sharing His Truth with others is a privilege, when we give ourselves completely to God every part we become tools in the Hands of God, to be used by Him for His good purpose. (Romans 6:13 LB)
Ministry – Because God loves us we are compelled to share this love with others this is the heart of discipleship. Discipleship mainly happens within our home church it is an opportunity to love and encourage believers God has put in our lives.
“But instead we will remain strong and always sincere in our love as we express the truth. All our direction and ministries will flow from Christ and lead you and I deeper into Him, the anointed Head of his body, the church. For His “body” yes, you and I have been formed in His image and are closely joined together and constantly connected as one. And each of us has been given divine gifts to contribute to the growth of all; and as these gifts operate effectively throughout the whole body, we are built up and made perfect in love.” Ephesians 4:15-16 TPT personalized
James 5:17 TPT says “Confess and acknowledge how you have offended one another and then pray for one another to be instantly healed, for tremendous power is released through the passionate, heartfelt prayer of a godly believer!”
Hebrews 10:25 TPT “This is not the time to pull away and neglect meeting together, as some have formed the habit of doing. In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning.”
If it was not for two wonderful beautiful women of God, I would not be here right now writing to you…They never gave up…They just kept on loving me without judgement. This is how we now as believers need to love.
“Each of us are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Your light must shine before people in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16 NASB
1 Peter 2:9 “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light” NASB
If you say you love God but harbor offense and bitterness towards others then you are not following God…God’s greatest two commandments to you and I is to love God with all your heart and to love others as you love yourself. This solicits a question or two…Do you love yourself? Have you forgiven yourself? Have you experienced God and His love for you? Do you believe that God loves you and because of Jesus you are forgiven completely? If there is a “no” in there then again I urge you to write me and to also find a woman of God to speak God’s Truth into your life.
Blessing, Sister Laurie
If you would like to personally write to me, I welcome you to do so. I would love to share what God is speaking to me and pray for you, pour into you so that you may grow your relationship with our loving Savior Jesus Christ. It is in the sharing and studying of God’s Word that we find the freedom only God, our Forever Father can bring.
Laurie Acuna, Minister JesusTruth/Generations Church 425 Greenvalley Drive Andover, Kansas 67002
Email: JesusTruthBeliever@gmail.com
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