Power, Permission and Promises

God does not have to physically handle a substance in order to create something new with it. When he speaks to something, every component must fall in place perfectly in obedience to accomplish what he said. The promises of God will always come to pass because there is permission in the power of his voice. His word has to be fulfilled when he speaks it. People are the only creatures in creation that are given the ability to choose. The Lord gives us all free will. He has a word of victory for each situation we find ourselves in once we believe and obey his word. Staying faithful to prayer, fasting and studying the word of God will help us keep the victory.

Without God's permission supporting the things we want to do, we will fail every time. However, when we live our lives according to the word of God, he will be with us every step of the way. The deeper our love for God's word becomes, the more we will desire to have his authority over our lives. Having the power of God behind us and being under his authority will cause us to find success in all aspects of life. Maintaining a humble heart is a huge part of properly fulfilling God's calling in our lives. When the Lord gives us permission to do something, he will also give us all the power we need to get it done right. The Holy Ghost lets us know if we have God's permission. Being sensitive to what it is saying and listening to it will keep us in line with the will of God.

Sermon preached by Pastor J. Davidson and summarized by Sister Ginger Styers