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“The Power of Words”

Words are containers of power. They carry either positive power, faith, or they carry negative power, fear and unbelief. Some might say, “I just don’t think that our words are that important!” Well, as always, we need to look at what the Bible has to say about it.

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” (Proverbs 18:21)

“For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.” (Matthew 12:37)

“Teach me, and I will hold my tongue: and cause me to understand wherein I have erred. How forcible are right words! But what doth your arguing reprove?” (Job 6:24, 25)

“And the tongue is a fire…and setteth on fire the course of nature…” (James 3:6)

This is just a short list of scriptures on the subject. Notice the last one we quoted, James 3:6, it says that the tongue sets into motion the course of natural events, at least, that is what the Greek rendering of this verse is. How important are your words? They determine your circumstances and the events of your natural life. This goes back to the fact that death and life are in the power of your words. That is why it is all important that we choose what we speak, and speak onlylife-giving words, words filled with faith and the Life of God!

Like Job did, we need to hold our tongues and allow God to teach us where we have erred in our speaking. However, the Bible tells us that we can not tame our tongues with our own natural ability like we would tame an animal. (James 3:7-8) How can we tame our tongues then? Well, Jesus said that out of the abundance of what is in our heart or spirit, our mouth will speak. (Matthew 12:34) Instead of bearing down on the words coming out of your mouth, we need to look to what we are putting in our spirit in abundance. That’s why Jesus said, “Take heed what you hear…’ (Mark 4:24) What comes out of our mouth depends entirely on what we put in our spirits. You can’t hear people tell you that the Word of God doesn’t work, and that you have to fail…day after day; without it affecting you. Take heed what you hear! You can’t avoid all doubt, fear and unbelief; but you can choose what you hear in abundance. The entrance to the human spirit is the hearing. “Faith cometh by hearing…” (Romans 10:17) But so does fear…doubt…unbelief. Guard your spirit, keep it. protect it. (Proverbs 4:23, 24)

If you are live in or are visiting the Fort Mill area we invite to to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am or Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm. If you have had a bad experience with church in the past we invite to give FCC Fort Mill a try. You will find the unconditional love of God here in a very non threatening atmosphere.

Is America A Christian Nation?

All it takes is for one generation to be taught a lie and it will drastically effect the future of our nation. There are those today who would confuse our children about how America was formed. If we don’t teach our children the truth they will be deceived. The Bible says that we shall know the truth and the truth shall set us free.

I challenge you to sit down with your entire family and view the following five videos. It will take less than one hour of your time. It will be an hour well spent. You will be convinced that the United States of America was established by our founding fathers as a Christian nation. That is what has made us unique. Our foundation is based solidly on biblical values.

Many things in America need changing. We need revival and should pray for it. 2 Chronicles 7:14 says: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” Pray with me for revival.

Please take the time to listen to these 5 short videos with your family. It will be one of the most important things you can do.

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdhWitlgkd0

2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYMjjb8syu4&feature=related

3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMU1v4-oPBo&feature=related

4. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DF1myzMgUa0&feature=related

5. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBHXdnRJOXk&feature=related.

We Have Authority to Stand Against Satan

One of the most vital areas of the believer’s authority is his power to successfully stand against Satan. Ephesians 4:27 says, “Neither give place to the devil.” In Ephesians 6, the Apostle Paul describes the armor that we as believers are to wear in combat against Satan. He explains each piece of that armor. It is the armor of God. But not once does he say that God will put the armor on you or that God will fight the devil for you. You is the understood subject of these verses. He says, “[You] be strong in the Lord…. [You] put on the whole armour of God, that [you] may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. [You] take the whole armour of God, that [you] may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, [you] stand.” God has given you the power and the authority to stand against Satan and his destructive works. He has provided the armor, but it is your responsibility as a believer to put on that armor and stand against the devil. James 4:7 says, “[You] resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” The armor and the weapons are at your disposal. God is there with you to back His Word; but all that is worthless unless you take your position of authority and assume the responsibility to use what He has provided.You have the power and the authority to take the Word of God, the Name of Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit and run Satan out of your affairs. Don’t pray and ask God to fight Satan for you. You are the one in authority. Take your responsibility and speak directly to Satan yourself and stand your ground firmly. He will flee!

We Have the Power of God’s Word to Exercise Our Authority

And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full. And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith? (Mark 4:35-40).

Jesus spoke the words, “Let us pass over unto the other side,” and there was enough power and authority in those words to accomplish the job. One thing I want you to notice is that Jesus did not take command of the ship to see that His words were carried out. He walked to the back of the boat and went to sleep. Jesus delegated the authority to His disciples and they accepted it. But when the storm came, they were filled with fear that the boat would sink. Jesus had to carry out the responsibility of authority, which He had delegated to them, by rebuking the wind and the sea.

Do you see the parallel here? You are the captain of your ship. You have control over your own life—your spirit, your soul and your body. Jesus has delegated power, or authority, over Satan to you as a believer. You are to give him no place in your life. You are born of the Spirit of God. You are filled with the Spirit of God. You have been given the Word of God. Those three elements are enough for you to carry out your spiritual authority here in the earth. You don’t need any more power. You have all the power necessary. You simply have to exercise your authority. Jesus has already done everything necessary to secure the authority and power over sin, sickness, demons and fear. You have to employ the faith action to receive that authority and join forces with Him in this earth. You are the one to be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.