Scripture Base: 2 Corinthians 9:8:

God can bless you with everything you need, and you will always have more than enough to do all kinds of good things for others. – 2 Corinthians 9:8 CEV.

Introduction:

Because of the power and presence of God in us, many see us as rich in worldly goods.

Hence so many are asking us for help. And write us off as  selfishness personified, when we can’t oblige the request.  Which really saddens. 

Even though many of us desire to increase our ‘good-works’  this year, our economic status may constitute a major hindrance.

However, those who know the God they serve, functions in the economy of heaven, and are enabled by God’s supernatural supplies, to be all things to all peoples. ( See Daniel 11:32, Job 22:29, Romans 8:17, Psalm 84:11, Hebrews 6:10-12)

Therefore, nothing- not even the world’s economy, can hinder us from actively doing ‘good works’ that will help, save, comfort, deliver, heal, as well as point people to the Goodness of God!

Good works are the good deeds done to point people to Christ. While dead-works are deeds done devoid of Christ.

Philanthropy that doesn’t point people to the Good News of Salvation is ‘deadworks’.

Hence the Bible  says :

“Let your light so shine before men that they may see your moral excellence and your praiseworthy, noble, and good deeds and recognize and honor and praise and glorify your Father Who is in heaven. – Matthew 5:16 AMPC”

Every aspect of our lives must preach the Good News. We are the living epistles. 

We are the Bible that everyone in our circle of influences are reading.

 We are the billboard that advertizes,- point others to, the goodness of God that is available through Jesus Christ. 

Pray to be a more responsible Gospel activist and influencer. 

‘The gates of hell shall not prevail against the Church’ because, we the ‘Body of Christ’, we are the rock and the prevailing forces in our world, going forward.  (See Matthew 16:18) Hallelujah!

Action:

*Settle it in your mind that from this year going forward, your light will shine brighter. Because, nothing can hinder your mission to increase in good deeds and thereby win and build mir souls for the Kingdom of God.

*We should be intentional and determined to touch more lives going forward. PRAY STRATEGICALLY and EXECUTE  your plans.!

*As the light of the world, we are to become more actively involved in sharing the Word of God so that the light of the glorious Gospel will shine on the hearts of more people and bring healings to them. 

*As salt of the earth, we must add values to lives.  We should be rich in good deeds. We should readily give support to the homeless, jobless, lonely, sick folks, and even prisoners, etc. in the name of Jesus Christ. (Read Matthew 5:13-16)

Our good deeds that point others to our heavenly Father, distinguishes us from philanthropists or secular charitable organizations. 

Oh yes! We should pray for them as well. But  loving-action is proof positive of our faith in God. See how God explains it:

  “Suppose you see a brother or sister who has no food or clothing, and you say, “Good-bye and have a good day; stay warm and eat well”—but then you don’t give that person any food or clothing. What good does that do?

James 2:15‭-‬16 NLT

The evidence that you love God and have faith in Him,  are revealed in your actions:

 “So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless.”- James 2:17 NLT.

Therefore, ‘ Let us not love with word or with tongue, but in deed and truth’ (1 John 3:8)

Rewards in doing good:

God rewards diligence. Read Matthew 25:34-40 below-

“Then the king will say to those on his right, “My father has blessed you! Come and receive the kingdom that was prepared for you before the world was created. When I was hungry, you gave me something to eat, and when I was thirsty, you gave me something to drink. When I was a stranger, you welcomed me, and when I was naked, you gave me clothes to wear. When I was sick, you took care of me, and when I was in jail, you visited me.” Then the ones who pleased the Lord will ask, “When did we give you to eat or drink? When did we welcome you as a stranger or give you clothes to wear or visit you while you were sick or in jail?” The king will answer, “Whenever you did it for any of my people, no matter how unimportant they seemed, you did it for me.” –  Matthew 25:34‭-‬40 CEV

#PrayerPoints4Today:

-Before you pray,  spend time rereading all the Bible verses referenced and meditate (think deeply) on them. You will receive more insights from the Holy Spirit who will be praying 🙏 through you. (See Romans 8:26,27)

-Pray in tongues and worship in songs.

-Thank God for your salvation, and pray that the Goodness of God save those in your circles of influences as well.

-Admit to your selfishness in withholding good from others because you were thinking about stockpiling for tomorrows. (Matthew 6:34,1 John 1:7-9)

-Thank God for His grace that is available to miraculously supply whatever you need for good deeds.

-Commit the projects of Good Deeds you intend to use as a vehicle to touch more lives for God.

-Ask for the enabling grace so you can be more consistent in doing the Master’s work of spreading the Gospel through doing Good.

-Dedicate your workplace and incomes to God: for whatever is dedicated to God is safe and secure from devourers.

-Resolve to be debt free, and ask God to supernaturally provide you with resources that will set you free from capitalism,  socialism,  etc.

-Ask for Divine insights into investments that will boost your earnings and increase your chances to do more good.

-Thank God for creating more Divine opportunities for you to bless your world,  and function above the economy of your nations. 

-Resolve to be more supportive of Christian ministers and ministries that are propagating the Gospel globally.

-Pray over your prayer requests and other insights from this prayer points. 

Conclusion:

We appreciate your prayer partnership with us. Pray for ys as well. God richly reward your labor of love ❤️ in the matchless name of Jesus Christ. 

Shalom from Hephzibah Christly, TheSpiritualWarrior, January 7th 2023.