Week 4

TAKING THE PROPHETIC TO THE STREETS (Part 2)

By Sandra Clifton, D.Min.

 

Begin your study by reading “Let’s Get the Word Out” by Jill Austin (SpiritLed Woman magazine, Aug/Sept, 2006).

 

Introduction

You and I are commissioned by Jesus Himself to move in His presence, His power and authority. Being commissioned by Jesus, you can express His words, move in His awesome power, and express His profound compassion for those you encounter in your day.

 

What God Says

Read Matt. 5:37.

 

Write it out.

 

Deeper Insight

Read the following Scriptures (in New King James Version, as the exercises to follow will be based on that). Make brief notes of what each Scripture has to say about how you are to move and minister in the power of Jesus Christ.

 

Matt. 5:37: ______________________________________________________

 

John 14:12:______________________________________________________

 

Rom. 12:1-2:_____________________________________________________

 

1 Cor. 3:16:______________________________________________________

Application

Below are themes (paraphrased of Scriptures, based on the previous Deeper Insight section, using NKJV). Match the letter of the theme with the Scripture (note: there are more themes than Scripture listings!)

Look up each Scripture to see what its theme is. Memorize the Scripture (and do be aware of its theme), equipping yourself all the more for the work of ministering to others.

 

Themes:

a. He who believes in Me, greater works than I (Jesus) do, he will do also.

b. Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy acceptable to God.

c. Let your Yes be Yes, and your No, No.

d. You are free in Christ.

e. You are the temple of God.

f. Do not fear, little flock.

 

_____ Matt. 5:37

_____ John 14:12

_____ Rom 12:1-2

_____ 1 Cor. 3:16

 

 

For Group Study

Begin your group time by reading aloud Rom. 12:1-2, and discuss what it means. Share (encouraging anecdotes and testimonies) how to do this and any insights from members of the group.

            Close the group session in prayer, yielding totally to God, asking that He receive them and use them, transforming their hearts and minds for greater service in the Lord’s calling for them.

 

Prayer

Memorize Rom. 12:1-2, and say it aloud, vowing to offer yourself each day to serving the Lord, not conforming to the world but asking the Lord to transform you more each day into His likeness and image.