In order to experience the works of God
Matthew 16:16 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #370 The Trusting Heart Jesus Clings (#455 in previous version)
The Word of God that Moses heard from his mother in his childhood years was fulfilled after 80 years had passed. Although it was expected that the Israelites would die while walking in the wilderness, the people who grabbed hold of the covenant received a greater blessing. While looking at our personal situations, guessing that things will not work out for us, and faltering, we often push the Word of God out of our hearts and minds. However, God’s will is fulfilled regardless of our circumstances. What must you do in order to experience the works of God?
1. We must enjoy the power of Christ
Peter who confessed that Jesus is the Christ knew the power of Christ. God is with those who know the power of Christ to the very end of the age and said that all authority on heaven and earth has been given to them. As God promised this blessing, there is no need to worry about anything. Even with people who are incompatible with me and even when I am in frustrating environments, I must be able to enjoy the power of Christ.
2. We must be able to pray for the field
If you follow the Word, your eyes to see problems and incidents open, and you end up knowing that the Word is fulfilled. Just as you design your dreams in your academics and pioneer your future while working, you must receive answers when you study in order to triumph. It will work if you do not hurry with a hasty heart, but start meditating with the field in your heart. The field is not what I change but what God changes through me.
3. We must open our eyes to see the age
No matter what crisis comes, children of God are bound to receive the guidance of God’s plan. In order to conquer the 21st century with the Gospel, you must have mutual communication with the world too, but at the same time, you must have the time to have mutual communication with God when you are alone. When Paul went to Macedonia to share the Gospel, it seemed as though everyone was living fine, but in reality, it was seized with the idolatrous culture. Like Paul, you must be able to see the age with spiritual eyes.
- When you are alone, if you find God’s will no matter what happens in your family or in the world, you will absolutely receive answers. Try asking God about everything. Mission Home Message 2011.12.27