The power of those who have the Gospel





Romans 12:14~21 Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God''s wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. (19)





♬ Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #268 Would You be Free From Your Burden of Sin (#202 in previous version)






 There are church layleaders who have a hard time because of their pastor, and church workers who have a hard time because of the church layleaders. There are also people who once attended church but became discouraged and stopped coming. What must we do when things happen that throw people into trials? How did the church layleaders in the Bible so easily overcome the problems and trials they faced? They possessed the power of God. If we possess this power, our problems will become our blessings. How can we experience God’s power and overcome difficult trials? We must have three things.






1. God’s power is revealed through small meetings
 God’s power is revealed through small meetings. Joseph didn’t protest when it seemed like life was unfair. God’s power was revealed in Potiphar’s household because of Joseph. David avoided King Saul because he didn’t want to kill the king. God’s power was revealed in David’s life because of this small meeting. Paul was content in plenty, in want and in hardships because God gave him power.






2. God’s power is revealed through problems and conflicts
 We shouldn’t repay evil with evil, but instead, get along with all people. God’s power is revealed when we overcome people who do bad things or make mistakes with goodness. If God’s hand is with you, you can help your enemies and pray for them. This is the power of those who possess the Gospel.







3. The forces of darkness (Satan, evil spirits) will be bound
 The forces of darkness can plow into our lives like an infectious disease. If one person gets it, then it will infect all of their family members and destroy their family, little by little. Children of God possess the authority to overcome the forces of darkness. The forces of darkness flee when we are filled with the Holy Spirit. The way to overcome Satan is to repay evil with kindness, instead of repaying evil with evil. Satan will flee at that time. When we do the Word movement, Satan will be bound and even greater works will arise.







° Forum Topic - God gave us the Gospel, knowing that we are weak. Children of God possess God’s power. Joseph had victory, not because he endured, but because he knew the Gospel and he experienced God’s power. How are you enjoying the power of the Gospel?
 





Immanuel Church Sunday Worship 2nd Service / 2009.11.1