Bible Reading: 

“All things are legitimate [permissible–and we are free to do anything we please], but not all things are helpful (expedient, profitable, and wholesome). All things are legitimate, but not all things are constructive [to character] and edifying [to spiritual life].” (1 Corinthians 10:23 AMPC)

Introduction:

The Bible teaches moderation and decency as a way of life for the Christian. (See Philippians 4:5, 1 Corinthians 14:40)

Even though we are free to do anything we please, we are not free from the consequences of our choices. 

For example, Sleep deprivation, unhealthy eating habits, addictions to prescriptions, substance abuse, unforgiveness, lack of physical exercises, workaholism, lack of personal hygiene, rest or relaxation, will eventually take its toll on health.

Therefore, even though as a New Testament Believer, you can argue that you are not under obligation to observe the Old Testament dietary laws, Good health demands it.

The Dietary laws are part of the Bible, which is the Manufacturer’s Manual from your Maker. 

Additionally, it is important to live by the Holy Book. Read the epistles- For example, Ephesians 4:22-23 teaches that you put away your old unregenerated behaviors ,”And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude],” (Ephesians 4:23 AMPC)

For further information on this subject, Study Leviticus 11:1-47, Deuteronomy 14:3-21, Romans 14:2-3, 24-15, Hebrews 13:9.

#PrayerPoints4Today: (10mins)

1- Be thankful that the grace of God that brings salvation to all Humans appeared to you and your household.

2- Acknowledge and repent from the sins you were convicted of as you read this message. (1 John 1:9) 

3- So far, I believe that you have now identified what you did  wrong and keep doing, that has now become the life giving source of your troubles- Be resolute in your mind and cut it off. 

4- Boldly Proclaim: 

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. This condition, sickness, addiction, unforgiveness etc, ends today! You cannot follow me to my new day! 

I refuse to continue to be victimized.  I am victorious by my faith in Christ Jesus.  The Master has set me free and I am free indeed. 

Therefore, you evil spirits of infirmity and demons of sicknesses, I cut off your connections to my Soul and Body. The Blood of Jesus is speaking better things about me. 

I am healed in my body, in my blood, in my bones, and all my organs are functioning optimally.  My skeletal framework is healed and free of all deformities.  My blood cells are purified. My genes are divinely modified and my eyesight and strength are sharper than the eagles.  I am blessed beyond cursed and I am a blessing to the world, in the matchless name of Jesus Christ.

Thank God for all you are learning from us and spend some time in worship. 

Intercede-pray for others anytime you pray for God commands it.

See you tomorrow. 

Shalom from Hephzibah Christly,TheSpiritualWarrior  April 15th 2023.