Post Resurrection Blessings And Authority Of Lord Jesus Christ

 

What do you stand to gain from the resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ? Truly, the purpose of Christ's coming to earth is what we will gain after His resurrection, which is the salvation of our souls. However, we also have post resurrection blessings and the authority of Lord Jesus Christ available to us.

 

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Amen - Matthew 28:18-20 (NKJV).

 

Then He said to them, “These are the words which I spoke to you while I was still with you, that all things must be fulfilled which were written in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms concerning Me - Luke 24:44 (NKJV).

 

To whom He also presented Himself alive after His suffering by many infallible proofs, being seen by them during forty days and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of God - Acts 1:3 (NKJV).

Introduction

Our Lord Jesus Christ went as were prophesied by the prophets. And all things were fulfilled as said concerning Him. Also, He suffered as said and now He has entered into His glory (Luke 24:26). These show that Jesus is really the Christ and the son of God (John 20:31). And that any other thing yet to be fulfilled concerning Him will surely come to pass too.

 

Now, after the resurrection, Jesus showed Himself and communed with the disciples many days before ascending into heaven. And during this period He taught and gave them instructions, which are relevant to us also.

 

Post Resurrection Blessings And Authority Of Lord Jesus Christ

1. Those who tarry longer see Jesus

When Peter, John, and Mary Magdalene went to the tomb of Christ, only Mary got to see Jesus there. This is because she waited longer than the other two people. And she ended up being the first to see Jesus after the resurrection. Therefore, the longer you tarry in God's presence, in the word and prayer, the more you encounter the Son. Read more...

 

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER FIVE

 

Verse 1

People have a hunger to hear the truth. So, let's go and give them the truth so that no one will give them falsehood and call it the truth.

Verse3

It's worth noting that Christ, with all His authority and fame, didn't command Peter to give Him his boat, asked for his permission to use it.

Verse 4

Jesus rewarded Peter for allowing Him to use his boat. Surely, the Lord rewards us for every service we render to Him and the kingdom.

Verse 5-6

No matter your skills and expertise, you need to let God prevail in your life. This is because Christ's supernatural touch gives you outstanding results. And until you obey God's word you will not see any miracles.

Verse 8-9

Truly, the acts of God convict people. Read more...

BIBLE STUDY – LUKE CHAPTER FOUR

 

 

Introduction

 

Verses 1-2

Christ, though God still needed to prepare for His ministry in fasting and prayer. And I’ve noticed that if you truly fast, you don’t feel hungry until you finish fasting. This was also the case with Christ Jesus; He became hungry when He had ended His fasting.

 

Also, while fasting, He was being tempted, but after the fast, a bigger temptation came. So, we must be careful to remain in the Spirit even after a spiritual exercise.

 

Verses 3-4

The flesh will always want you to prove who you are to people, which is not necessary. So, you must resist it, and live by the word, which is all in all. And let your life speak for you, for the word of God says that by their fruits you will know them.

 

Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them – Matthew 7:20 (KJV).

 

Verses 5-8

We’re not to worship or serve any other god but God Almighty. In this chapter, the enemy said the truth here; Adam gave him the authority over the kingdoms of the world. And the enemy is still using this to lure many people to worship him. However, the truth remains, as Christ said, we should worship no other god but God Almighty.                                                                                                                                          

 

Verses 9-12

Here, the enemy used the Word of God to tempt Christ. This is still the tactics of the enemy! And the scripture says in 2 Timothy 2:15 that we should study the word of God to show ourselves approved of God rightly dividing the word of truth. This enables you to overcome the temptation to sin against the Lord. So, don’t tempt God and don’t use the word to justify your disobedience.

 

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth – 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV). Read more...

 

 

 

 

BIBLE STUDY - LUKE CHAPTER THREE

 

 

 

 

Introduction

This chapter gives an account of John's ministry: his preachings in preparation for Christ's ministry, and his baptism of Christ. Also, it gives the genealogy of Jesus Christ. So, please watch the video to listen to the reading of the passage.

 

Verse 3

John the Baptist's mission was to preach the baptism of repentance for the remission of sin. This he did thereby preparing the way for Christ.

 

Verse 8-9

We're admonished to bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; otherwise, you will be in the danger of having your life cut short.

 

Verse 10-14

Every one of us has an area of life to improve on to align with God's perfect will for us. So go to God and ask Him the areas to amend or improve on.

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Bible Study - Luke Chapter Two

 

Introduction

This chapter gives an account of the birth of Jesus Christ, and when he was presented at the temple as a baby. Also, it records Christ's visit to Jerusalem when he was twelve years old.

 

There are certain points I want you to take note of. Please, do watch the video to listen to the reading of the chapter to understand better.

 

Points to note 

1. Good news will always come first to those who are on the watch, both in prayers and in the word. 

 

2. Christ brings peace and goodwill to men. 

 

3. Mary kept the prophecy concerning the baby in her heart and pondered on it, while others    heard and just wondered. This resulted in her later believing that Jesus could do something concerning the finished wine at the wedding ceremony. And this was before He started His mission fully on earth.

 

Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does your concern have to do with Me? My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Whatever He says to you, do it - John 2:4-5 (NKJV). 

 

4.The secret things or the new things of God are revealed to those who have time for God in word and in prayer. Read more...  

 

 

 

Bible Study - Luke Chapter One

 

Introduction

For the next couple of weeks, we want to look at the book of Luke. Please, do leave your contributions or questions in the comment section. I look forward to learning from you. God bless you as we take this journey through the book of Luke.

Verses 1-5

According to Luke, this book is authentic. He got them from eyewitnesses and ministers of the word. And he had a perfect understanding of all things from the very beginning. Also, he was writing to a man who was most likely recently been told about Christ. So, Luke was writing so he would understand the certainty of what he heard.

Verses 6-17

Zacharias and Elizabeth kept serving God and were blameless in spite of the fact that they had no children. Surely, they had prayed for children but none came. Yet it never stopped their service unto God. And God answered them, and the baby came with God-ordained assignment. So, no matter how long it takes, God will surely answer. Therefore, just believe and the Lord will give you the best. Surely, it's worth waiting on God.

Verses 18-20

Zacharias doubted because he considered his flesh and not the word that came from God. So, we should always put God's word above our flesh or the facts around us.  Also, he was made dumb, probably, to stop him from canceling God's plans with words of unbelief. This is because we will get satisfied by the fruit of our lips, and we will have what we say. Read more...

All These Things Shall Be Added To You

 

Do you seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness before every other thing? If so, then all these things shall be added to you. This is what Christ said, and He is a covenant-keeping God.  For, the Lord says what He means and means what He says.

 

Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you - Matthew 6:31-33 (NKJV).

Introduction

God has no challenge granting your heart desires. And He actually knows that you have need of those things. However, He doesn't want you to seek those things first, but the kingdom of God and His righteousness. For when you do as He instructed, automatically, the things you desire are added to you.

All These Things Shall Be Added To You

Truly, God is a covenant-keeping God. So, once you fulfil your part, His part is automatically fulfilled too. This is why He said you should not worry about what to eat, drink or wear, and focus on God's kingdom. Unfortunately, many people lack understanding of this, and so spend all their time seeking the wrong things; yet, they are never satisfied. And 'all these things' include all those things you desire, there are no exceptions. In addition, you're not to ponder on how the Lord will do it, yours is to just believe and it's done.

Scriptural Examples

There are many examples in the scriptures of people who engaged in kingdom service and received their heart desires. I will share two here. Read more...