Divine Blessing And The Fullness Of Life In The Presence Of God

The concept of blessing pervades the everyday life of Christians—from testimonies recounting God's provision, to praise songs, to wishing someone well. In fact, the term has been so integrated into Christian language that it is rarely considered thoughtfully. In the pages of Scripture, blessing seems to be either physical or spiritual, but a fuller biblical-theological approach reveals that God's blessing has always been both spiritual and physical. In Divine Blessing and the Fullness of Life in the Presence of God, William Osborne traces the theme of blessing throughout Scripture as he guides readers into a deeper understanding of how God's gracious benevolence impacts the everyday lives of Christians.

ABOOK OFDIVINE BLESSINGSEntering into the Best Things God has ordained for you in this lifeByLaFAMCALL (End-time) MinistriesPURPOSE OF THIS BOOKThe main focus of this book is broken down as follows:1 To show us that God really wants to bless us, both spiritually and materially.2 To show us how to obtain these blessings without undue struggles, with emphasis on doing it yourself.3 To put the records straight, to correct the impression that Christianity is full of restless efforts and fruitless exercises. To correct the impression that one has to do so much fasting, penance, long prayers and a host of other religious things before one can receive 'blessings' from God.4 To straighten up the records, to show what God's blessings really are and the simple way to get them, and to point out the wrong use of certain words, which we have been using to our own detriment.5 To show that the glorious presence of God is indeed all we need to do well in this life. It sufficed for the saints of old; it is also sufficient for us today, too, if we really taste of it, for, "in His presence is fullness of joy."6 To put the priorities right in our desires and pursuits. If 'one' must come before 'two', but we choose to do it the other way (i.e. we put 'two' before 'one'), it will not work. Spiritual things are governed by certain principles and laws. If we disregard these divine principles and orders, we will not get the result we expect no matter how we fast and pray!7 We are now in the End-time, when satan will use hardship as a weapon to try to lure the saints away from their faith and then destroy them. (Matthew 24: 12). We must now draw close enough to the Lord Jesus and shield ourselves in His presence, as the only sure way to overcome, to the end.8 To correct the impression that God is only 'spiritual', 'spiritual', 'spiritual'. No! God is also 'physical', 'physical', 'physical'. After all, He gave us the spirit and the body, therefore He cares for both. When He sent Elijah to brook Kerith and Zarephat for his spiritual training, He also arranged for the ravens to feed his physical body too! In fact, the woman of Zarephat was asked to give him food, first! So God cares for both our spiritual and material needs, only that we have to be disciplined and orderly about it. (Matthew 6: 33).9 There is so much deception in today's church. This is because there is hardship and suffering in the land and people are rushing to the church for 'solution', However, rather than get help from our leaders, many leaders have turned the whole exercise into a theatre of exploitation, employing all sorts of gimmicks to milk the already confused and lost sheep. The Lord now wants to reach each sheep personally and directly, so as to put life back into them and bind their many wounds, feed them, all by Himself. So, the emphasis here is on do it yourself, alone with God.10 It is a call to 'Discipleship'. The ultimate gospel commission is that we should "make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28: 19-20). Gathering the crowd is now over. It is now time for discipleship, leading people to begin to know Jesus personally and intimately. That was how the church started - on a note of discipleship. That is how it will also end. Now is the time to do it.And Moses said, if Your PRESENCE will not go with us, then please do not let us go there... And the Lord said, "My PRESENCE will go with you, and I will give you REST." (Exodus 33: 14-15).God wants to bless us and give us peace and rest in this life, but we must learn how to dwell in His Presence, for that is where all our needs shall be met.About HOLY GHOST SCHOOLGod's End-time Programme for the Preparation and Perfection of the Bride of ChristThat He might present it to Himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing, but that it should be holy, and without blemish

This book is written for believers of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and those who desire a deeper revelation about how to live in God’s divine blessings. Questions like who is entitled to it? How do I receive it? And What is stopping it from manifesting your life? are covered in this book.

A look at the book of Genesis shows without doubt the quality of life that God originally designed for man at creation. Whilst man has changed much since creation, God and His will still remain the same and His will is that man be blessed with abundance. Through the redemptive work of Christ, all that we lost in the Garden of Eden have been restored to us. However, out of ignorance we have failed to take advantage of all that Jesus did for us on the cross. This is where this book comes in, it unravels with clarity the many hidden dimensions of divine blessings which Christians are yet to explore and actively take possession of. This book will open your eyes to deep scriptural truths that will elevate you to the next phase of your spiritual development. It is the conduit through which God will flood your life with His divine blessing.

A life filled with blessing is already within your reach. With ever-increasing pressures building in our lives, we often slip into believing that the world is a burdensome place. As a result, our souls tighten, our hearts become dull, and our joy slowly drains away. Yet it doesn’t have to be this way. Through penetrating reflections and practical tips for uncovering the blessed wonder in our lives—even in trying circumstances—Jay Marshall shows you how to recapture the goodness, holiness and abundance that saturate our world. The secret lies in opening yourself to divine blessings, which inspires thankfulness, and responding by sharing that spirit with others in acts of thanking and blessing. Practices that will change your perspective, and your life, include: Expectant Waiting—slowing down to perceive the presence of the Divine within you Sacramental Living—experiencing the Sacred in every situation Walking Cheerfully—cultivating a positive disposition Answering that of God” in Others—elevating everyday interactions to the realm of spiritual discovery Whatever your spiritual tradition, this thoughtful book will help you rediscover your profound connection to God, to others and to the world.

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Modern humanity has accepted a truncated, impoverished definition of life. Focusing solely on material realities, we have forgotten that joy, purpose, and meaning come from a life that is both immersed in the temporal and alive to the transcendent. We have, in other words, ceased to live in God. In this book, renowned theologian Jürgen Moltmann shows us what that life of joy and purpose looks like. Describing how we came to live in a world devoid of the ultimate, he charts a way back to an intimate connection with the biblical God. He counsels that we adopt a "theology of life," an orientation that sees God at work in both the mundane and the extraordinary and that pushes us to work for a world that fully reflects the life of its Creator. Moltmann offers a telling critique of the shallow values of consumerist society and provides a compelling rationale for why spiritual sensibilities and encounter with God must lie at the heart of any life that seeks to be authentically human.

Blessings and Miracles in the perspective of a relationship with God and His divine intervention in our lives, we learn how different factors contribute consequently to the quality of life we live. The actions, choices, and attitudes we have and express every day affect how the blessings and miracles accomplish their purpose in our lives. Blessings and Miracles have been and are still a medium for God to work in our lives. God performs miracles for us to believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and through having faith in Him, we experience eternal life by the power of His Name (John 20:30-31). Blessings are, in most cases, conditional and received through a process. A blessing can also be a resource, a resource is a source of supply or support, and it is again an available means or productive factor required to accomplish a given activity. Therefore, blessings are supposed to help us achieve the purpose of our life in this world. It is the Father’s good pleasure to have a relationship with you, to bless you, to heal you, and give you a complete restoration. A miracle is applicable in a crisis or in a problem that we can avoid, or that is unavoidable. While with God’s blessings, we can avoid a position that would put us in a crisis in the first place when we apply godly principles, take the right actions, and have the right choices. God wants us to live a life full of blessings (Barak). Having a relationship with Him, living by His principles, having the right character, and living by His Word for our welfare.