THE BLESSING OF THE LORD

 

THE BLESSING OF THE LORD

A blessing is a pronouncement or invocation of good fortunes, prosperity or divine favor upon someone or something. It is from the classic Greek word “makarioi” meaning “to be fully satisfied”. It can also refer to a gift or benefit bestowed upon an individual or group. In a spiritual context, a blessing is divine favor which is God’s gracious and loving provision, or guidance; it is a spiritual gift that is a bestowal of spiritual power, wisdom or insight. It is a decree or pronouncement of good that is a declaration of God’s goodness, mercy or grace. Believers are blessed with being consecration which is a setting apart for a sacred purpose or dedicating to God’s service and this has benefit or advantage.

It is very important that we say right off the back that blessings are often associated with God’s covenant promises, obedience to God’s commands [Deut. 28:1-12], faithfulness and trust, worship and praise and spiritual growth and maturity. We often recognize God’s goodness and love in our lives when we receive His blessings.

It is highly important to note from the beginning of time that it was the will of God to bless man that was the delegated authority of God on planet earth. We know that the heaven of heavens belongs to our God and the earth He has given to the children of men [Psalm 115:16]. That is why we see God created the Garden of Eden for Adam and Eve where all the good things of life were created before God put Adam and Eve in there.

“And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moves upon the earth” Gen. 1:28 

There are five blessings of God proclaimed on men at the very beginning of time which is the number of graces. So, we can categorically say there are physical and spiritual blessing both in the OT and NT. This is not part of the law that was abolished but these are blessings of the Lord that make rich and add no sorrow to it nor does difficulty accompany it

“True enrichment comes from the blessing of the Lord, with rest and contentment in knowing that it all comes from him” Prov. 10:22 TPT

Abraham stands out as a very good example of an Old Testament patriarch who was blessed by the Lord. He hearkened to and obeyed the voice of the Lord even to the near sacrifice of his son and God proclaimed the blessings of the Lord upon him.   

“That in blessing I will bless thee, and in multiplying I will multiply thy seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which is upon the sea shore; and thy seed shall possess the gate of his enemies. And in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because thou hast obeyed my voice” Gen. 22:17-18 

It is highly important to point out that Jesus Christ is the seed of God in whom all the earth are blessed. He actually was crucified on the cross so that He nailed our curses to the cross so that we can inherit the blessings of God upon His life which is the Holy Ghost that came from the Father but released on the day of Pentecost so we can partake of Christ’s blessings. Just like Mary the mother of Jesus, we can only be in a state of deep satisfaction and joy when the indwelling Presence of God known as the Holy Spirit is resident and in control of the affairs of our life. That is the reason why the glorious attribute of being highly favored can be pronounced upon us like Mary.

The Holy Spirit comes to replace what Adam and Eve lost in the Garden of Eve called the Presence of God but thank God he does not come only in the cool of the day but He is the treasure in earthen vessel that the excellence of power can be of God and not of Man [2 Cor. 4:7; *Matt. 13:44*; Col. 1:27]

“Look unto Abraham your father, and unto Sarah that bare you: for I called him alone, and blessed him, and increased him. For the LORD shall comfort Zion: he will comfort all her waste places; and he will make her wilderness like Eden, and her desert like the garden of the LORD; joy and gladness shall be found therein, thanksgiving, and the voice of melody” Isa. 51:2-3 

However, it is impenitent that we understand the blessings of Abraham so we can understand all that belong to the gentiles who became believers in the New Testament. You and I are blessed after the order of Abraham, we also are called, blessed and increased just like him. God also has comforted us and make our wilderness to blossom just like the Garden of Eden blossomed. Joy and gladness, thanksgiving and melody shall be found in us also.

"Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hang on a tree. So that in Christ Jesus the blessing of Abraham might come to the Gentiles, so that we might receive the promised Spirit through faith." Gal. 3:14 [See also Gal. 3:9, 29; Gen. 12:2-3]

The New Testament blessing of the Lord is indeed the promise of the Holy Spirit, received through faith in Christ Jesus as seen in Gal. 3:14. This blessing is rooted in the Abrahamic covenant and extends to all nations, making us partakers of God's promises and heirs of His kingdom. The Lord Jesus Christ was the only begotten son and through adoption, we were coopted into the family of God and we become children of God, partakers of the blessings of the Lord and given the inheritance that belong to the children of God.

“For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together” Rom. 8:15-17 

Receiving the promised Spirit through faith is a central aspect of the New Testament blessing, enabling us to live a life that honors God and reflects His love and character. We must embrace this blessing and walk in the fullness of the Spirit, manifesting God's presence and power in our lives!

“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth:” John 1:14 

My people are destroyed because of lack of knowledge, we must know the truth so that the grace that goes with the truth can be released unto us and we can be a partaker of the glory of God.

INCREASING THE MEASURE OF THE SPIRIT

“And when the man that had the line in his hand went forth eastward, he measured a thousand cubits, and he brought me through the waters; the waters were to the ankles. Again, he measured a thousand, and brought me through the waters; the waters were to the knees. Again, he measured a thousand, and brought me through; the waters were to the loins. Afterward he measured a thousand; and it was a river that I could not pass over: for the waters were risen, waters to swim in, a river that could not be passed over. And he said unto me, Son of man, hast thou seen this? Then he brought me, and caused me to return to the brink of the river. Now when I had returned, behold, at the bank of the river were very many trees on the one side and on the other. Then said he unto me, These waters issue out toward the east country, and go down into the desert, and go into the sea: which being brought forth into the sea, the waters shall be healed. And it shall come to pass, that everything that live, which move, whithersoever the rivers shall come, shall live: and there shall be a very great multitude of fish, because these waters shall come thither: for they shall be healed; and everything shall live whither the river cometh “Ezek. 47:3-9

From the cross, a Roman soldier pierced the side of Jesus and water and blood flowed out, so in ascension as Jesus sat on the Throne in heaven, the blood was collected in a bowl for the remission of our sin but in Ezek. 47:1-12, the water flowed towards the East and its size keep on increasing the more Ezekiel and the angel waded in it until it became the river of life called the Holy Spirit. It is the same river that flowed from Eden in the very beginning and divided into four heads.

So, it is the fullness of the Spirit in this context that led to multitude of fishes from Engedi to Englam and that made fruitful trees to grow at the river banks. It is the ministry of the Holy Spirit that empowers us and cause us to bear the gifts and fruit of the Spirit. Wherever and who soever the river of the Spirit flows, we know that the leaves shall be for healing of the nations and the water of the Spirit gives life to whoever encounters him.

So, it is as we WALK IN THE SPIRIT that there will continue to be an overflowing inflow of the Spirit in our inner man. Walk here means practical daily living. [Gal. 5:25; Romans 8:14]. We have been given new birth through the Spirit [John 3:6] and we must continue to live day by day in the Spirit. To walk in the Spirit means we yield to His commands and control. We must follow His leading and allow Him to exert His influence over us. For example, those who walk in the Spirit will not gratify the desires of the flesh which is the fallen nature under the power of sin, we will live like dead men when the flesh is in control [Gal. 5:19-21] but live as reborn sons of God when we walk in the Spirit [Gal. 5:22-24]

Only then can we see the power, grace and the glory of God alive in us in a ever increasing measure and from glory to glory. The increase in the presence of the Spirit in us leads to producing godly results and qualities within us having crucified the flesh with its passions and desires Gal. 5:24

 How do we walk in the Spirit?

1.      Be committed to prayers

2.      You must be committed to the Word of God

3.      You must be committed to obedience

4.      You must not fulfill the lust of the flesh, eyes and pride of life

5.      Be strengthened by power in your inner man Eph. 3:16

6.      Christ continue to dwell in you through faith Eph. 3:17-18

7.      Know and walk in love Eph. 3:19

 

THE BLESSINGS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN OUR LIVES

1. The promised Spirit brings spiritual life and rebirth by:

a. Regenerating our spirits: The Holy Spirit gives us new life, enabling us to become children of God. (Titus 3:5) 

b. Quickening our souls: He awakens our souls, making us alive to God and His kingdom. (1 Corinthians 15:45)

c. Renewing our minds: The Spirit transforms our thinking, enabling us to understand and embrace spiritual truths. (Romans 12:2: And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind)

d. Empowering our hearts: He gives us a new heart, enabling us to love and obey God. (Ezekiel 36:26-27)

e. Illuminating our understanding: The Spirit opens our eyes to the truth, helping us comprehend God's plans and purposes. (Ephesians 1:18)

f. Sealing: Guarantees our inheritance, securing our salvation [Eph. 1:13-14]

This spiritual rebirth is the foundation of our relationship with God, enabling us to know God personally, experience His love and grace, live according to His will, grow in our faith and become more like Christ

We must cherish and nurture this spiritual life, allowing the promised Spirit to continually transform and empower us!

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2. The Promised Spirit brings empowerment for witness and service

“But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth” Act 1:8 

The Promised Spirit brings empowerment for witness and service by:

a. Anointing us for ministry: The Spirit equips us to share the Gospel and serve others. (Luke 4:18; 1 John 2:27):

b. Giving us boldness to witness (Acts 4:31): He fills us with courage to share our faith with others.

c. Empowering us to preach (Acts 1:8): The Spirit gives us the power to proclaim God's message.

d. Enabling us to serve (1 Peter 4:11): He strengthens us to serve others with humility and love.

e. Granting us spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-11): The Spirit distributes gifts to build up the body of Christ.

f. Filling us with His fruit (Galatians 5:22-23): The Spirit produces love, joy, peace, and other qualities in us.

This empowerment enables us to effectively share the Gospel, build up the body of Christ, demonstrate God's love and compassion, overcome fear and doubt and bring glory to God. Only those who yield to the Promised Spirit, will He empower for witness and service!

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3. The promised Spirit brings guidance and wisdom

“Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come” John 16:13 

The Promised Spirit brings guidance and wisdom by:

a. Leading us into truth (John 16:13): He guides us into a deeper understanding of God's Word and will.

b. Illuminating our path (Eph. 1:17-19): The Spirit helps us navigate life's challenges and decisions.

c. Giving us wisdom (James 1:5): He grants us wisdom to apply God's truth to everyday situations.

d. Counseling us (Romans 8:14): The Spirit provides guidance and direction in our lives.

e. Helping us discern (1 Corinthians 2:14, 10-12): He enables us to distinguish between good and evil, truth and error.

f. Revealing God's plans (1 Cor. 2:9-11): The Spirit gives us insight into God's purposes and intentions.

This guidance and wisdom enable us to make godly decisions, avoid pitfalls and temptations, understand God's will, navigate uncertain situations, grow in our faith and bring glory to God and we must trust Him to lead us in our lives!

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4. The Promised Spirit brings fruitfulness and character transformation [into Christ-likeness] by:

a. Producing fruit in our lives (Galatians 5:22-23): Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

b. Transforming our character (2 Corinthians 3:18): Conforming us to Christ's image, reflecting His love, humility, and compassion.

c. Renewing our minds (Romans 12:2): Enabling us to think, perceive, and understand spiritual truths.

d. Sanctifying us (1 Corinthians 6:11): Setting us apart for God's purposes, making us holy.

e. Empowering us to overcome sin (Romans 8:13): Enabling us to put to death the deeds of the flesh.

f. Giving us a new heart (Ezekiel 36:26-27): Replacing our stony hearts with a heart of flesh, capable of loving God.

This fruitfulness and character transformation enable us to reflect Christ's love and character live a life pleasing to God, demonstrate spiritual maturity, bear fruit that lasts, bring glory to God and experience deeper fellowship with God

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5. The promised Spirit brings assurance of salvation and sonship

The Promised Spirit brings assurance of salvation and sonship by:

a. Witnessing to our spirit (Romans 8:16): Confirming our adoption as children of God.

b. Sealing us for redemption (Ephesians 1:13-14): Guaranteeing our inheritance as sons and daughters.

c. Giving us the spirit of adoption (Romans 8:15): Enabling us to cry out to God as our Father.

d. Confirming our faith (2 Corinthians 1:22): Assuring us of our salvation and relationship with God.

e. Producing fruit of righteousness (Philippians 1:11): Demonstrating our new nature and sonship.

f. Leading us to glorify Christ (Philippians 2:13): Empowering us to live for God's glory.

This assurance of salvation and sonship brings confidence in our relationship with God, peace in knowing our eternal destiny, joy in our adoption as children of God, freedom from fear and doubt and motivation to live a life pleasing to God. We rest in the Promised Spirit's assurance, knowing we are children of God!

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6. The Promised Spirit brings access to spiritual gifts and graces by:

1. Distributing spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-11): Enabling us to serve and build up the body of Christ. Contrary to popular speech, we can desire spiritual gifts [1 Cor. 14:1] if our intention is to use it to bless the body of Christ.

2. Granting graces (Romans 12:6-8): Empowering us to serve with humility and love.

3. Anointing us for ministry (1 John 2:27): Equipping us to share the Gospel and serve others.

4. Empowering us to pray (Romans 8:26-27): Helping us pray according to God's will.

5. Enabling us to worship (Philippians 3:3): Inspiring us to worship God in spirit and truth.

6. Giving us wisdom and revelation (Ephesians 1:17-18): Illuminating our understanding of God's plans and purposes.

These spiritual gifts and graces enable us to serve others effectively, build up the body of Christ demonstrate God's love and power, grow in our faith, and bring glory to God. We must yield to the Promised Spirit, allowing Him to equip us with spiritual gifts and graces!

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7. The promised Spirit brings strength and comfort in times of need

The Promised Spirit brings strength and comfort in times of need by:

a. Being our Helper (John 14:26): Assisting us in our weaknesses and difficulties.

b. Providing comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3-4): Bringing solace and peace in times of sorrow or hardship.

c. Strengthening us (Ephesians 3:16): Empowering us to face challenges and overcome obstacles.

d. Giving us hope (Romans 15:13): Inspiring us with confidence in God's promises and plans.

e. Offering guidance (Psalm 48:14): Directing us through uncertain circumstances.

f. Being our Refuge (Psalm 91:2): Providing a safe haven in times of trouble.

This strength and comfort enable us to face trials with courage and faith, overcome adversity and hardship, find peace in the midst of turmoil, trust in God's sovereignty and love and persevere in our walk with God. We must rely on the Promised Spirit's strength and comfort, knowing He is always with us!

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We must highlight the dimensional increase of the Holy Spirit's Presence, Power, and Gifts in believers as they mature and grow spiritually. This is a result of:

1. Mind renewal (Romans 12:2): Believers' minds are transformed, enabling them to think, perceive, and understand spiritual truths more deeply.

2. Transformation into Christ's image (2 Corinthians 3:18): Believers are progressively conformed to Christ's likeness, reflecting His character, wisdom, and love. This transformation occurs in ever-increasing splendor, meaning that:

a. The Holy Spirit's Presence becomes more pronounced and intimate

b. His Power is demonstrated more visibly in and through believers

c. His Gifts are manifested more abundantly and effectively

As believers continue to mature, they experience deeper fellowship with God, increased fruitfulness in ministry and witness, greater Christ-like character and humility, more effective prayer and intercession and enhanced spiritual discernment and wisdom

This dimensional increase is a lifelong process, with believers continually growing in grace, knowledge, and intimacy with God. We must embrace this transformation, yielding to the Holy Spirit's work in our lives so we can grow and increase, going from a lower level to a higher indwelling of the treasure in earthen vessel.

THE DAY OF VISITATION

 

 

THE DAY OF VISITATION

You “know not the time of your visitation” first and foremost has to do with when Christ the dayspring from on high had visited the people of Israel with his personal presence, preaching among them, and working miracles; and yet they knew him not as the “Messiah”, but despised and rejected him; yea, after that they had put him to death, and he was risen again, he ordered his disciples to begin their ministry, and preach the Gospel, at Jerusalem; and they continued for some time only preaching to them, or at least rarely elsewhere, till they put away the Gospel from them.

The time of the ministry of John the Baptist, of Christ, and his apostles in Judea, was the time of Jerusalem's visitation in a way of mercy and impartation of “grace and truth”; which not being taken notice of, and observed, brought another kind of visitation upon them; judgment came upon them even in a way of wrath and vengeance because they rejected Jesus, as the Messiah.

The "day of visitation" is a biblical term that refers to a time when God intervenes in human affairs, often in a significant or dramatic way. It can signify divine inspection by God examining our lives, hearts, and actions (Psalm 17:3, Jeremiah 17:10), redemption and deliverance: God rescuing us from difficulties or oppression (Exodus 3:16-17, Luke 1:68), judgment and correction: God addressing sin, injustice, or disobedience (Isaiah 10:3, Jeremiah 50:27) and blessing and favor: God bestowing grace, mercy, and abundance (Psalm 65:9-10, Luke 1:72-75). The day of visitation can be a moment of personal transformation, spiritual awakening, divine guidance and unprecedented opportunity. In essence, it's a time when God's presence and power become manifest in our lives, bringing hope, restoration, and new possibilities. We must be prepared to receive God's visitation with humility, faith, and expectation! (Isaiah 40:31, Hebrews 11:6)

 "You did not recognize the time of your visitation" (Luke 19:41-44) serves as a poignant reminder to acknowledge and seize the opportunities presented by God's visitation. Failing to do so can result in missed blessings, delayed answers, and prolonged struggles.

The story of Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10) beautifully illustrates this principle. Zacchaeus's determination to see Jesus, even if it meant climbing a tree, demonstrates his willingness to go above and beyond to encounter the Lord. His efforts were rewarded, and Jesus visited him, bringing salvation and transformation to his life.

This account teaches us to recognize the season of visitation, be willing to take extra steps to encounter God and to seize the opportunity for transformation and blessing. We must remain vigilant and receptive to God's visitation, lest we miss the divine appointments and opportunities designed to prosper us! (Psalm 80:14, Hebrews 3:15)

The blessings of the day of visitation are numerous and profound! Some of these blessings includes divine presence when God's manifest presence, brings comfort, peace, and joy. It is time of redemption and deliverance through release of freedom from bondage, oppression, or difficult circumstances; healing and restoration through physical, emotional, or spiritual healing, restoring wholeness and well-being. Allows us to have clear guidance for life's journey, revealing God's plans and purposes, unconditional forgiveness, mercy, and grace, cleansing us from sin and guilt. Time of visitation brings spiritual awakening, renewed passion, zeal, and commitment to God, igniting a deeper faith; provision and abundance through material and spiritual blessings, meeting our needs and exceeding our expectations; protection and safety as God's shelter and protect us, safeguarding us from harm and evil. Wisdom and understanding illuminates and bring insight, helping us comprehend God's Word and His ways and we are given transformative power, the power to change, transform, and renew our lives, conforming us to Christ's image.

We must embrace these blessings with gratitude and humility, recognizing the day of visitation as a divine gift! (Psalm 103:2-5, Ephesians 3:16-19)

Fulfilment of Prophecy and Removal of Barrenness come at the time of visitation

“And the LORD visited Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah as He had spoken” [Gen 21:1]

A visitation of God broke the long season of barrenness in Sarah’s life, resulting in fulfillment of prophecy and the birth of Isaac, whose name meant ‘laughter.’

It is the season that we recognize that God Has Seen our Pain and Come to Act on Behalf of His People

“When they heard that the LORD had visited the children of Israel and that He had looked on their affliction, then they bowed their heads and worshiped” Exodus 4:31

A visitation of God broke the long season of Israel’s bondage in Egypt. They realized God had not left them alone in their suffering but was intimately concerned for them. His power was about to be revealed.

Divine Help And provision come unto the children of God when He visits them

“Then [Naomi] arose with her daughters-in-law that she might return from the country of Moab, for she had heard in the country of Moab that the LORD had visited His people by giving them bread” (Ruth 1:6)

A visitation of God broke a long season of famine in Bethlehem, Judah.

That Visitation had a chain reaction! The testimony of God’s goodness reached a grieving widow called Naomi, who was living in Moab. She moved to that place of visitation and her inheritance and family line were restored there.

Time of visitation is the restoration of Inheritance and Homecoming

“For thus says the LORD: After seventy years are completed at Babylon, I will visit you and perform My good word toward you, and cause you to return to this place.’ (Jer. 29:10)

A visitation of God broke the long season of Judah’s exile, and they returned to Jerusalem at His appointed time.

The Ultimate Divine Visitation is Jesus being physically manifested on earth as the long-awaited Messiah who came to redeem us, birth forth salvation and translate us from the kingdom of darkness into the kingdom of darkness.

“Blessed is the Lord God of Israel, for He has visited and redeemed His people…the Dayspring from on high has visited us” (Luke 1:68,78)

“Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord…” (Acts 3:19)

Outpourings of the Holy Spirit came from the day of Pentecost in Acts 2 and throughout church history, we understand visitations of the Holy Spirit to be times of outpouring, bringing refreshing and empowering to God’s people.

The day of visitation is not “chronos” time which refers to ‘clock time’ or ‘calendar time.’ It is the word used for general time; but it is the second Greek word for time is ‘kairos.’ Kairos means “due time, a fixed time, a season, or an OPPORTUNE time” Jesus came at the Kairos time that the Father has set to rescue the souls of men.

Pray must go on continually in the season of divine visitation. Remember “You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart” (Jer. 29:13). When God spoke these words to Judah, He was saying, in effect, when the kairos time comes for Me to deliver you, you will seek Me—and I will answer and deliver you. (See Jer. 29:10-14) When we have prayed, it is time to look for ways to cooperate with the Holy Spirit. We want to participate with God in His work.

If God asks us to do something specific, an act of obedience can bring a powerful breakthrough.

Goliath was killed by the word of the Lord AND by a stone from David’s sling (1 Samuel 17). God provided food for a widow and her son, but first, she had to give away the last of what she had to Elijah (1 Kings 17:7-16). Sometimes, however, it is not about doing anything except simply receiving by faith which is equally an act of obedience.

Joses Hizkiah

www.uliministry.org

joseshizkiah@gmail.com

STRETCH OUT AND TAKE TERRITORIES

STRETCH OUT AND TAKE TERRITORIES

“Sing, O barren, thou that didst not bear; break forth into singing, and cry aloud, thou that didst not travail with child: for more are the children of the desolate than the children of the married wife, saith the LORD. Enlarge the place of your tent, and let the curtains of your habitations be stretched out; do not hold back; lengthen your cords and strengthen your stakes. For you will spread abroad to the right and to the left, and your offspring will possess the nations and people will inhabit the desolate cities.” Isa. 54:1-3

Barrenness is a condition of unfruitfulness.  The condition of the powerlessness to produce or bear spiritual children through soul winning acts and going to regain territories lost from the kingdom of darkness is the object of this discourse.  But barrenness is not a permanent condition. It can be broken, God will make a way of escape to come out of that rut.  You may be experiencing serious trouble in achieving, bearing good results, winning souls for Christ, or being unfruitful in taking over territories for the Lord.  It is temporary, the Lord has come with the season of revival to capacitate you with knowledge and grace gifts needed to stand and win territories for the Lord.

We are admonished to sing for joy and start to rejoice.  Not being fruitful in the great commission will soon be history.  Burst into shouts of joy.  You will make it.  You can do it.  You will bear fruit.  You will spread out.  Your outcome will surpass those who made it easily; you will live in great joy. Why? Because the rain of the glory of the Holy Spirit has started to fall and we will arise and shine and begin to go to towns, villages, cities, states and nations of the world preaching the Good News unto the saving of souls of the people.

You have been in spiritual college under the tutelage of the Holy Spirit and preparation for the journey is great but your season of graduation, being armed with all needed arms, wisdom and knowledge of the Son of God and grace gifts has come and you will match against the hordes of hell and release those who ought to be in the kingdom of light that has been held captives. Oil of gladness is being poured upon you and yokes and chains that had been hindering the people from being translated into the kingdom of the son of God shall be destroyed and burdens lifted off their shoulders.

“Sing, O barren, thou that didst not bear; break forth into singing, and cry aloud, thou that didst not travail with child: for more are the children of the desolate than the children of the married wife, saith the LORD.” Isa. 54:1

The “Singing and Shouting for Joy” in Isa. 54:1 would come because of the increase of the unsaved trooping into the kingdom as we minister to the saving of their souls.  These are not natural children but they were spiritual children who would come from the gentile nations as we go into all nations to preach Christ to the saving of the souls of the people there.  On the right hand and on the left, meaning “on all sides” these newly saved spiritual children will come. 

By spreading the Word of God to the Gentile nations, Israel would be enlarging their tents. So shall be the story of the New Testament Church as we set out to obey the Great Commission in this season of the former and the latter rain in same season.

You see, the Christian Church is viewed as a continuation of the Jewish Church; and the conversion of nation after nation to the gospel is looked upon as the extension of Jewish authority over fresh lands.

“Therefore, they that were scattered abroad went everywhere preaching the word. Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto them. And the people with one accord gave heed unto those things which Philip spoke, hearing and seeing the miracles which he did. For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed. And there was great joy in that city” Act 8:4-8 

Philips went to Samaria and many gave their lives to the Lord and all manner of miracles, signs and wonders were done to attest to the authenticity of the gospel. Like Jesus proclaimed through Mark in Mark 16:20; they went everywhere preaching the Good News and God was working with them with signs following, so are we go to unto the nations and bring many into the kingdom.

The cities of these lands…desolate until then, without godly inhabitants, will under these conditions come to be inhabited; will be populated by faithful men having now received Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior after we ministered the good news to them. The intent of God has never changed, but if this growth is going to continue, the Church must be willing to be stretched beyond her standards and habitations and go into all the nations onto the end of the earth.

Our personalities, talents and gifts are differentiated by the design of God [Eph. 4:11-14], but all of us are mandated to “Go Ye” [Matt. 28:18-20].  We will not realize our greatest potential unless we are stretched by taking over other territories for the Lord.  We will not fully know who we are until we are stretched for the authority, power, glory and the host of heaven will back up our apostolic and evangelistic drives.  We are not effective unless we are stretched which simply mean reaching out to go and conquer other territories for the Lord.  Reaching and extending to save souls and bring them into the kingdom of Light are the faith building blocks of life. 

No one comes into this world fully equipped for success.  Success is not magic nor is it the work of a genius; but success is due to our stretching to take over territories for the Lord. And in this case, it simply means leaving our comfort zone to go into other places to save the souls of men and disciple them through the preaching and teaching of the word of God.

Most of us avoid stretching, reaching out and extending to other places and lazily sit on our oars in the local assembly where we worship God.  When we come up against something that is bigger than we are, we tend to back off or let go.  Why?  Much of the time it is because of FEAR and refusal to obey the mandate of God to “Go Ye”!  The unknown can really paralyze a person who is not willing to stretch beyond their fears.  Many times, unpleasant experiences of the past will strip us of the possibilities of the present. Bit I am sure that the Lord will go before us and make all the crooked places straight, empowering us through the ministry of the Holy Spirit.

But we refuse to understand that the one who sent us on this divine errand is well able to give us all the needed spiritual instrumentation to do the work successfully.

We do have the seven spirits of God, backing of angels; spiritual gifts, knowledge, wisdom and understanding of the word of God, the anointing, glory and all other graces to get the job of taking over territories done!

The work of the Kingdom of God can never reach God’s objective and command, if the majority of the Saints remain idle, lazy, slothful and unproductive.

Far too many people are satisfied with sitting on their oars in the Church getting fat through the word of God taught and preached not understanding that we are likened to petrol/gas tankers that when filled at the depot, we must have a destination where we must off load the product that we are filled with. Ministry is much more than being in the choir, ushering or sanctuary keeper department or even, you must stretch out and reach out to save the souls that are still in the kingdom of darkness.  Salvation means you are now saved and gifted to help someone else come to the saving knowledge of Christ. It is the work of all Christians not just the fivefold ministers.

“But you should control yourself at all times. When troubles come, accept them. Do the work of telling the Good News. Do all the duties of a servant of God” 2 Tim. 4:5 ERV 

The problem is that some people who have been baptized come out of the water satisfied and not realizing that it’s not the end, it’s just the beginning.  So, we come out of the old life into the new life still imprisoned by our unwillingness to get involved with the process that saved us by reaching out to save others.  We must obey the “Great Commission” by reaching out to save souls of men beyond our territory.                      

Contrary to popular opinion, fivefold ministers are called and equipped “… to equip the saints, to do the work of ministry, and to build up the body of the Messiah” Eph. 4:12 ISV 

For emphasis sake, it is the congregants that are to do the work of ministry and not just serving for example as choir, ushers, intercessor, administrators in the front office and sanctuary keepers; but to be trained so that they can go to all the nations and minister the gospel unto the salvation and discipling of those living in such territories.  

Taking means: To get into one’s hand, to get into one’s possession or power, to get into one’s control, to transfer into one’s own keeping and to obtain, or to secure

Territory: Is an area of land, towns, cities, or nations, that is considered as belonging to or connected with a particular country or person. A territory can be a country or region that is controlled by another country just like when Nigeria was under British rule. The meaning of TERRITORY is a geographic area belonging to or under the territorial dominion or rule of a governmental authority.

“The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever” Revelation 11:15.

Taking territories therefore, is the art of transferring one or more geographic areas into part of the kingdom of God. It is breaking into new frontiers. Taking your environment for Christ. Advancing from one level to another level. Growing into higher realm in the things of the Spirit.

So, warfare may be needed as rulership has to change.

“No man can enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house” Mark 3:27

The Israelites crossed into the Promised Land and there were people there, they had to engage them in battle in order to possess the land.

“Rise ye up, take your journey, and pass over the river Arnon: behold, I have given into thine hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land: begin to possess it, and contend with him in battle” Deut. 2:24 

WHY TAKE NEW TERRITORIES

1. Because the earth is the Lord’s Psalm 24:1-2.

2. Because any territory not occupied by us will be taken over by the enemy.

3. Because the gospel must be preached worldwide and such kingdom of darkness translated into the kingdom of Light. Using the power of the Spirit to conquer souls to the end of the earth. [Acts 1:8]. It is God’s ultimate agenda

“And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come” Matt. 24:14

4. Because we are to make disciples of nations. God gave us the commission to do so. “And Jesus came and spoke unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen” Matt. 28:18-20

5. Because we must not settle for less or be at ease. It is dangerous to settle too soon or become lethargic Amos 6:1.

6. Because we need to create opportunities for others to come to the saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.

7. Because God expects it and commands it.

8. Because we are commissioned to liberate others (territories) from the enemies

9. The world is waiting for the manifestation of the sons of God Romans 8:19

10. There remain yet very much land to be possessed and the people turned around to serve the Lord [Joshua 13:1]. Else we will be rebuked like Joshua.

11.The world is waiting for us to manifest and declare His lordship. Romans 8:19

 

It is important to understand that as a believer, you operate from a very vantage point or advantageous position because the Bible says so. “The earth is the LORD'S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.  [Psalm 24:1]. This is called “taking back the territories for Christ”. It is winning souls that were lost back unto the Lord through the salvation of their souls. The whole world belongs to our heavenly father, and our responsibility is simply enforcing its restoration.

It is the Kingdom mandate or the agenda of Heaven according to Habakkuk 2:14 to spread the good news.

In fact, the whole essence of the gospel is to spread it to everyone, if truly it is the good news.

The question that follows therefore is, how do I take territories?

WHAT TO DO TO TAKE TERRITORIES

1. Decide to accept it’s possible. It is doable! For with God, nothing shall be impossible Mark 10:27, Luke 1:32.

2. Attitude adjustment. Choose to have the mindset that it shall be so according to the promises of God

3. Prayer strategy. “Ask of me, and I shall give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession” Psa. 2:8 [also Matthew 7:7], Psalm 2:8.

4. Forceful take over. “And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force.” [Matthew 11:12]. There must be displacement by replacement!

5. Faith application. “For whatsoever is born of God overcome the world: and this is the victory that overcome the world, even our faith” 1 John 5:4.

6. Understand thoroughly the Kingdom mandate. “And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come” Matthew 24:14 [Also Matthew 5:13-16].

7. Develop the right prayer agenda by praying in the will of God. “Ask of me, and I shall give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession” Psalm 2:8, [Also 1 Chronicles 4:9-10].

8. Develop a pioneer or pilgrim mentality, there are more lands and people to be won for the Lord, do not settle too soon. Hebrews 11:8-10.

9. Increase your capacity. “One day the Guild of Prophets told Elisha, "Notice how the place where we are living is too small for us” 2 Kings 6:1 ISV. [Also, Colossians 3:1].

10.Develop strategies for the new territories, gather information, get in the word, seek God’s face. Do not do only spiritual mapping but physical mapping, plan and strategize how and what it takes to conquer territories; train workers that will go into the new territories

11.Ask for instructions. Receive I pray thee the spirit of wisdom and revelation needed to do the work Ephesians 1:17-18.

12.Practically make room for more. “Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes; For thou shalt break forth on the right hand and on the left; and thy seed shall inherit the Gentiles, and make the desolate cities to be inhabited. Isaiah 54:2-3.

13.Be willing to take risks, in other words, operate by faith. “Without faith it is impossible to please God” Hebrews 11:6 [See also Hebrews 11:1-3]

There has never been a perfect time to step out in faith better than now; because Jesus says emphatically in John 4:34-35, that the time is now.

Every person who is a saved believer is gifted by the Holy Spirit.

“But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all:  for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills” 1 Cor 12:7-11

Please receive knowledge! As long as you are a born-again believer, you have at least one grace gifts with which you are endowed with to do the work of God. Jesus commissioned the whole Church both ministers and congregation to do the work of ministry.

“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. AND THESE SIGNS SHALL FOLLOW THEM THAT BELIEVE; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover” Mark 16:18 [Emphasis Mine]

Contrary to popular belief all Christians are empowered to do the work of ministry and it is ministers responsibility to teach, train, tutor and disciple congregants so they can cast out devil, preach Christ, and save the souls of men.

“But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth” Act 1:8 

We are all saved in order to be witnesses of Christ in our locality and to the end of the earth. You may have been fruitless in this venture in the past, but rejoice.  You may have failed as a Christian so many times before, but rejoice.  You may have been seriously discouraged and lost hope, but rejoice.  You may be truly barren, but rejoice.  You may be looked upon as an outcast, useless and good for nothing, but rejoice.  Burst into songs; rejoice right now, because you are about to be stretched forth as the former and the latter rain of the anointing will invigorate and empower you to do the works and save the souls of men. The greater One in you called the Holy Spirit is set to allow rivers of living waters to flow out of you to nourish the famished souls that need to be filled with Christ. 

 

ANOINTED WITH FRESH OIL

 ANOINTED WITH FRESH OIL

David was anointed three times

1. Samuel anointed him in his father’s house among the sons of Jesse 1 Sam. 16:13

2. Anointed by the elders of Judah to be king over them in Hebron 2 Sam. 2:4

3. Anointed to rule over the whole nation of Israel 2 Sam. 5:3

He reigned seven years in Hebron and approximately 33 years in Jerusalem and he first ruled over family, secondly over tribe and thirdly over nation

The sphere of his expansion and authority and kingship grew much more with each anointing. Also, there were different spiritual battles and challenges and the increasing anointing was able to deal with them sequentially. Supernatural power of victory and protection increases with the different anointing that came upon him. Even duration or how long he fought the battles are different with each anointing; for example, greater glory, prosperity, wisdom and responsibilities came after the third anointing.

"I shall be anointed with fresh oil." Psalm 92:10

This Psalms was written by David very likely after his third anointing to become king over the entire nation of Israel and the anointing signifies establishment of His kingdom at last and of his royal authority, power and glory of it signified by horn or authority being lifted up and the subdue of the neighboring countries and having rest round about. This also signifies the rulership of Christ as a priest, prophet and king and our being brought to inherit glory and sit together with Christ on His Throne [Eph. 2:6]

Invariably the tap of the anointing released to us per time is different and increases with higher potency the more the Throne Room qualifies us to increase in power and authority because it takes the anointing to do kingdom service and of course being able to face battle and have power over the spiritual powers that we will meet on our upward thrust to serve the king of kings. 

The work of the Holy Spirit in the heart, is of the greatest importance. Until we experience it, we are dead in sin. Having once enjoyed it, we often need its renewal, increase in power and being taught the intricacies of the new level that we have just arrived at.

The work of the Holy Spirit in the heart is variously represented in God's Word, and is compared to a variety of things. In one place, to the reviving and refreshing influences of the dew. In another, to the quickening and fruitfulness effects of boldly saying "I shall be anointed with fresh oil."

Oil is a common emblem of the Spirit, who is called "the anointing which you have received." This anointing represents His renewing, purifying, and saving operations, as received and enjoyed by all of God's people.

This anointing consecrates them as God's kings and priests, and we become the Lord's anointed.

“And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen” Rev 1:6 [Also 1 Peter 2:9]

It qualifies believers and ministers alike as God's kings and priests, and we become a royal priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God, through Jesus Christ.

This anointing beautifies us, as God's sons and daughters, causing our faces to shine, and fill us with joy and peace. This anointing pours spiritual fragrances upon us as God's favorites, and all our garments smell of myrrh, aloes, and cassia. [Psalms 45:8]. Without this anointing, we cannot . . . reign as kings, officiate as priests approach God as sons, or rejoice before Him as His favorites.

The EFFECTS of this anointing are many, and very precious:

1. This anointing gives us fresh views, insight or knowledge of Christ, and every sight of Him endears Him more and more to our hearts.

2. This anointing gives us a deeper experience of the truth, and we know more of its power, sweetness, and savor.

3. This anointing gives us more power in prayer, and we plead with God and prevail.

4. This anointing gives us sweeter enjoyment of ordinances, for we see more of Christ in them, and are mightily refreshed through them.

5. This anointing gives us stronger confidence/faith in God, so that we conquer our doubts and fears, and can trust God in the dark or in the light; on the mount or in the valley.

6. This anointing gives a delightful savor to our preaching, teaching or even counselling, so that we will not only speak of Christ with freedom, and of our Christian experience with pleasure but there is a savor and a power in what we say, which produces a good impression in those that hears

7. This anointing preserves us from falling into temptation. Nothing will . . .raise us above the world, give us power over flesh, or make us a match for Satan like being anointed with fresh oil.

We are regenerated but once, but we will receive the renewing of the Holy Spirit often just like David for there is a different anointing for different stages of our lives, and unless we receive these renewing, we shall become dry, barren, lifeless, and cold! There will be . . . no delight in prayer, little pleasure in ordinances, and the Bible itself will become unsavory.

We cannot go on long, or go on happily, without fresh oil. See then, what we all need, "fresh oil." We need daily to be renewed in the spirit of our minds. The earth cannot be expected to be fruitful without sun, rain, or dew just like our souls cannot prosper without frequent communications of the Holy Spirit and the infusion of FRESH anointings.

We should ardently desire the fresh anointings of the Spirit. He is as necessary to our souls, as the vital air is to our bodies. Our natural lives could not be sustained without breath, as our spiritual life without the anointing of the Holy Spirit and FRESH renewals. We should earnestly pray to "be filled with the Spirit" that we may "live in the Spirit," and "walk in the Spirit."

We must often pray that the gracious God, anoint us with fresh oil!

Things that are stale are not desirable. They taste sour, limp, bitter, etc. Many Christians are stale and dry! They got the Spirit years ago, but no refreshing lately. God wants us to have a FRESH experience of the Spirit. He promises us FRESH OIL! 

The horn of a unicorn or rhino signifies great power to defeat the enemies [Numbers 23:22, 24:8]. Power to resist and rout the enemies is upon those anointed afresh!

“But my horn [emblem of strength and power] shall You exalt like the horn of an unicorn [rhino?]: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.” Ps. 92:10, KJV

Most car owners know that if you drive too many miles without changing the oil, it loses its usefulness as a lubricant and as a detergent for the engine. Motor oil cleanses out the impurities in the engine like dirt, grime, and small flecks of metal – so the engine can keep running smoothly. 

So, old oil stinks, loses viscosity, blackens and negatively affects the smooth running of the car’s engine and in the same token old anointing without renewal is not good for the smooth running of our spiritual life.

Spiritually speaking, there are many Christians who received an anointing of the Spirit years ago, but haven’t had an “oil change” or even topping up since! Just like we MUST have fresh oil in our cars, we also must have fresh oil of the Spirit in our lives too!

Oil like a lot of things, has a shelf life. It has an expiration date. Oil, eventually loses its flavor and aroma, if it is not used in the time, purpose, and atmosphere it was made for.  

We are looking in the Scriptures at how oil is used as a symbol of the Holy Spirit. God makes us a special promise of renewal of the Holy Spirit. We’re going to look at the purposes of God’s oil, the source of God’s anointing, and what the Bible means when it says we’ll be anointed with fresh oil.

In the bible we saw those who were anointed. First was the prophets like Elijah was to anoint Elisha to be prophet in his stead [1 Kings 19:16], second, was the priests just as Aaron and sons were anointed and set apart for ministry [Exodus 30:30; Lev. 8:12, 30]; and thirdly kings as Saul was anointed [1 Samuel 10:1-12]. Lastly vessels in the tabernacle were once anointed to sanctify them for holy use

When anointed, they surrendered to God as vessels set apart for holy use and to do kingdom works with the people of God like teaching, preaching, destroying yokes and bring liberty in their lives and living a godly life for the people to emulate [Luke 4:18; Isa. 10:27]

Other common uses of oil include

1. Cleansing of Lepers (Lev. 14:17-18);

2. As Medicine (Lk. 10:34; Rev. 3:18);

3. As Fuel for Light in Lamps (Mt. 25:1-13);

4. As part of Diet, food (2 Kgs. 4:1-7);

5. Cosmetic, as a beauty aid (Ps. 104:15).

Also there was anointing with oil for healing by the Church Elders [James 5:14-15]. And the 12 disciples also anointed the people for healing, in the Bible [Mk. 6:13].

God has given us free will and a responsibility to respond to His grace and free unearned gifts as we work together in His Kingdom on Earth to accomplish the purpose He has for our lives. This is something that we need to do daily as we receive a constant infilling of the Holy Spirit. We must be seeking the impartation of FRESH OIL so that we can be equipped with fresh instrumentation for Christian services

Now there are two main reasons why our relationship with God can feel dry, flat, empty, and lack a freshness that we have experienced before.

1. Freshness of the Anointing leaves because of known sin in our life

When we are living in sin, we know it and God knows it. We know it because the Holy Spirit speaks to us and gives us a prompting and nudge in our heart not to do it or to repent if we have done it. This hinders the flow of our anointing and hurts our relationship with God and others. It causes our spiritual state and the anointing oil to go stale. The longer we stay in sin, the harder it will be to break free from it or even recognize it. Sin is rebellion and disobedience and acts like dead fly that make the oil to bring forth a stinking savor [Eccl. 10:1]

“You love righteousness, and hate wickedness: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows” Psalms 45:7 

2. Freshness leaves because we enter in a specific time of preparation and testing.

We can be doing everything right. Going to church, tithing, reading the bible and praying. But still feel stale in our relationship with God. Sometimes God put us through desert experience because he is preparing us for something great. 

Then we will pass through the valley of the shadow of death and be pruned so that we can come out smoking while we go back up to mount Zion after passing the examination to do greater exploits.

There are season(s) of feeling distant and forsaken by the Lord when we are actually taking examination for the next level. You see people all throughout scripture experience it such as Job, King David, the prophets and even Jesus on the cross. This was all in preparation of something greater that has coming in their lives!

So how these guys get out of that dry and stale state they we’re in? Also, we find ourselves feeling this way, how can we be refreshed? 

The Renewal of the Freshness in the Oil of Anointing

Renewal comes when we rest in him. We must not try to earn or work for Gods approval or pass our examination by our power or intellect but depend on His grace as we obey Matthew 11:28-30. 

We can only experience renewal when we make a real commitment to Christ and rededicate our lives to Him. Every day, we are all in need of a spiritual renewal because every day we do battle with the flesh, the world, and the devil. 

The three of them are always trying to choke the life of God right out of us that we received through the “washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit”. 

Like silver exposed to the elements of the world, we grow tarnished and dull spiritually. We need to constantly renew our faith in Christ. This dullness and staleness come when we neglect our relationship with Christ and put him on the back-burner of our lives. Such are when we concentrate on physical exercises instead of spiritual exercises like praying and fasting, studying, living holily and cutting off the works of the flesh.

Renewal also comes when we confess our sin(s) and repent.

This is a life-long process as we day by day go to the Lord in prayer and confess our sin to him and ask for forgiveness and turn from our sin and turn to God. We must cleanse ourselves from all unrighteousness so we can walk in the Holiness of the Lord!

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” 1 John 1:9 

Scripture tells us that our sin has separated us from God. It breaks our fellowship and communion with the father. That is a grave consequence of sin. It detests God and it is very offensive to Him and He cannot and will not be in the presence of sin. If we keep on sinning and doing the same thing over and over again without heeding to the voice of God. Then our conscience will be seared as with hot iron to the point that we longer feel God’s presence. The Holy Spirit will stop speaking to you until you deal with your sin and repent.

Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. Act 2:38 

We need a restoration of His presence or a renewal of fellowship with Him if we are stale, dry, and tasteless.

“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” 2 Chron. 7:14 

That promise is for you today. It doesn’t matter how long you been a Christian, how long you have been going to church. God honors humility above a haughty spirit. He honors the poor in spirit above the prideful spirit. He wants to hear from you. He wants you to come to his table of grace and repent.

We must come to him in true humility and our sin at His altar. Expecting to see breakthrough, expecting Him to perform wonders, signs, and miracles. Expecting him for that fresh oil of the anointing where we would experience His presence like never before.

THEN WE SHALL BE ANOINTED WITH FRESH OIL…

Even when you have not done any wrong, you are licensed to come into the mechanic workshop of the Godhead for God to purge you of the old oil and get a refill of fresh oil for fresh impartation.

We all need infilling with fresh oil for fresh impartation, greater grace to do kingdom works and as spiritual energy to combat principalities and powers that will confront us in our upward trust.