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- Mike Eminger
- Sep 13, 2009
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GOOD DEALS
PEOPLE ARE SERIOUS ABOUT GETTING A GOOD DEAL!
MANY people seek “Good Deals” in order to save a dime or pinch a penny. All the while God has multiple “Good Deals” available for the taking if we will just recognize them.
Isaiah 63:7 (NIV)
7 I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us— yes, the many good things he has done for the house of Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses.
Matthew 7:11 (English Standard Version)
11If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!
James 1:16-17 (NIV)
16Don't be deceived, my dear brothers. 17Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
So let me share with you just 5 practical “Good Deals” available from God!
Free Power
His Spirit
Acts 1:8 (NIV) But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you…
His Name
Do you realize the Power that is available in the name of God…
The Name of Jesus?
THE NAME OF GOD, JESUS... Jehovah, Yahweh
IS SUCH AN AMAZING AND POWERFUL NAME
And it makes a GREAT DEAL of power available to you!
Philippians 2:10-12 (New International Version)
10that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
His Word
Psalm 119:28 (Amplified)
28My life dissolves and weeps itself away for heaviness; raise me up and strengthen me according to [the promises of] Your word.
Faith comes by hearing THE WORD (Romans 10:17)
The whole reason we are here, teaching this, believing what we believe is THE WORD OF GOD!
Free Advice
(Wisdom, Knowledge, Information)
Please do not misunderstand me…
I use technology, medical advice, godly friends & opinions
But…
THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR THE WISDOM, KNOWLEDGE, INFORMATION, & DIRECTION THAT GOD PROVIDES!
James 1:5 (NIV)
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously (freely) to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Free Clothing
(His Garments / Covering, His Grace / Mercy / Love, His Armor)
Every since sin entered the World God has seen it necessary to COVER US!
To give us a “Good Deal” on clothing.
Genesis 3:21 The LORD God made garments of skin for Adam and his wife and clothed them.
Luke 15:21-23 (New International Version)
21"The son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son. 22"But the father said to his servants, 'Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 23Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let's have a feast and celebrate.
Free Gifts
(Spiritual Gifts, Talents, People / Community)
2 Timothy 1: Stir up or fan in the flame the Gift of God that is in YOU!
Are you tapping into the GIFTS that are available to you?
Free Provision
(His Blessings / Benefits, His Resources (time), His Shelter)
Psalm 103: 2- 5 (NIV)
2 Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits-
forgives all your sins
heals all your diseases,
redeems your life from the pit
crowns you with love and compassion,
5 who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's.
works righteousness and justice for all the oppressed.
compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.
START seeking and operating in the things that God has made available to you.
POWER, ADVISE, GARMENTS, GIFTS, & PROVISION.