Kenneth Copeland Devotional 18 January 2024 – Get Yourself Together
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Topic: Get Yourself Together
Can two walk together, except they are agreed? – Amos 3:3
Many believers feel like they have one foot nailed to the ground when it comes to faith. No matter how hard they try, they just can't seem to make any progress.
If you watch them, you can see why. They literally haven't "gotten themselves together." One minute, they'll tell you, "Oh yes, amen, I believe the Word," the next, they'll be spouting unbelief like it's going out of style. "I know God says He'll prosper us, but I'll tell you what, my business is doing so badly, it's about to give me ulcers. I can't sleep at night for worrying."
Dig a little deeper, and you may find out that they've also pulled their actions out of line with the Word. "Well, you understand, brother, I can't possibly tithe with my income like it is. I'd go under!"
Faith just won't work for a person like that.
You see, you're a triune being. You are a spirit. You have a soul consisting of your mind, will, and emotions. And you live in a body. Each area has a specific role to play in your faith walk. You have to get all three in agreement before you can go anywhere at all!
Start by feeding your spirit on the Word of God. Just like the body produces physical strength when you nourish it with food, the soul makes spiritual strength when you raise it with the Word. That spiritual strength is called faith. Develop that faith; instead of your soul being dominated by the other two areas, it will be the one in charge.
Next, bring your soul in line. Set your mind on "things above." Meditate on the Word until your thoughts begin to agree with it. Keep your attention on it until even your emotions yield.
Finally, bring your body in line. That will be easy once you establish your spirit and soul on the Word. The body is a follower, not a leader. It will do whatever you train it to do. Begin teaching your body to act on the truth you've planted in your mind and spirit, and it will follow.
Don't walk in faith with your foot nailed to the ground. Get yourself together! Bring your spirit, soul, and body in harmony—and the Word will take you as far as you want.
Scripture Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-24
This message was written by Kenneth and Gloria Copeland, the leader of the Kenneth Copeland Ministries (www.KCM.org) that specializes in teaching principles of bible faith – prayer, healing, salvation and other biblical topics.
Ambydennis Notice Board: We trust you have been blessed by the devotional. Accepting Jesus as your Lord and personal Savior is one of the best decisions, especially for you; imagine having Christ in your life; what a fantastic experience it will be. It starts here as you proclaim: Dear Father, I humbly come to you in sincere repentance, claiming you as my Lord and personal Saviour. Cleanse me from all unrighteousness, be the center of my life, and let my life revolve around you as I partake in the eternal life you gave us in Jesus' Name. Congratulations, you are now Born again. God bless you.
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