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  • David and Saul
    Both Saul, son of Kish, and David, son of Jesse, were anointed to be kings over Israel. But while Saul continually fought against the Lord to preserve his own kingship, David refused to lift his own hand in an effort to obtain what had been promised by the Lord.
  • David & Bathsheba
    Even though David sinned in his relationship with Bathsheba, the Lord forgave him after he repented, but there were still consequences to his sin. Through it all, David acted in faith.
  • Deborah and Barak
    Deborah and Barak represent an interesting study in contrasts: Deborah had her faith fully invested in the Lord, while Barak mixed faith and unbelief.
  • Gideon
    Even though Gideon was only a timid little boy when the Lord called him to lead an army against the Midianites, the Lord quickly catapulted him into a position of great authority and faith.
  • Moses' Rebellion
    Even though Moses had a revelation of his ultimate role in the deliverance of Israel from Egypt, he did not begin his ministry with appropriate discernment and dependence upon the Lord. As a result, Moses suffered consequences personally, and the nation of Israel also suffered corporately.
  • The Birth of Moses
    The birth and early infancy of Moses was a demonstration of parents' faith overcoming an impossible situation on behalf of their child, for both his immediate and future benefit.
  • Joseph's Overcoming Faith
    The entire life of Joseph is a study of faith overcoming all circumstances. In spite of continual betrayal by those closest to him, Joseph continued to proclaim his faith.
  • The Power of Unbelief
    http://www.7-Spirits.com Even though the Lord is pleased and empowered by faith, the Church has severely hindered the Lord by embracing the spirit of unbelief. How? By redefining power words, and setting our hearts and minds on unbelief.
  • A Good Testimony
    http://www.7-Spirits.com The Lord is actively searching for men and women of faith, and He takes great delight in those of faith. People of faith also serve as examples to other believers as conduits of the Lord's power.
  • Faith, a Characteristic of Jesus' Life
    http://www.7-spirits.com; The faith of Christ was thoroughly demonstrated in His expectancy when He commanded miracles, especially in His death and resurrection. However, the Lord needs our faith to act in concert with His faith in order to answer our prayers.
  • Faith, a Characteristic of the Lord Jesus Christ
    http://www.7-spirits.com; Jesus Christ, even though He always was God, completely laid down His deity to live as a man so that He could become the sacrifice for the sin of all mankind.
  • Faith Empowers the Lord God
    http://www.7-spirits.com; Faith is a characteristic of God Himself; in fact, Faith is one of the Seven Spirits of God. The Lord demonstrated His faith in both creation and the plan of salvation.
  • Prophets and Prophecy
    The Spirit of Prophecy is as involved in the Church today as She ever was. Because the Lord never changes, and since the Lord Himself instituted prophecy and commissioned prophets in the past, both prophecy and prophets must continue to exist and be an influence in the Church, even though the Enemy continually seeks to discredit legitimate prophecy.
  • The Power of the 7 Spirits in Prayer – Truth and Wisdom
    If we are ever going to receive the answers we are seeking in prayer, our prayers MUST be in agreement with the revealed will of God. The Lord isn't going to let anyone manipulate Him into doing anything He has already said He won't do, no matter how hard we may try to misconstrue God's words. We must come into His presence in the Spirit of Truth and the Spirit of Wisdom.
  • Symbols of the Seven Spirits of God
    There are many symbols of the 7 Spirits of God, first revealed in the very first chapter of the very first book of the Bible, Genesis, with many more listed throughout the scriptures, even unto the very last chapter of the last book, Revelations. However, it would appear that most people seeking the Lord's blessings don't really seek the Lord God, the Provider of those blessings, and rarely receive the blessings they desire.
  • How Does the Lord Act in Relation to the 7 Spirits?
    How do the 7 Spirits influence the actions of the Lord God? A good way to answer this question is to examine a situation that seemingly puts members of the 7 Spirits of God at odds with each other. However, even in these situations there is nothing other than unanimous agreement. The Love of God, the Holiness of God, and all the 7 Spirits of God always operate in complete unity.
  • Who are the 7 Spirits of God?
    Each of the 7 Spirits of God has Her own name and personal identity. Each of the 7 Spirits is infinite in Her scope and influence on the character of God, Whose very nature represents the sum total of the nature of the 7 Spirits combined without ever compromising any of the 7 Spirits at any time.
  • The unity of the 7 Spirits of God
    There are 7 Spirits of God who only act in complete unity with each other and with the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). Whereas people and governments continually work to ensure that only a definite majority can have their way, God will only act if all 7 Spirits and the Trinity are in complete and total agreement. There is no division, “no variation or shadow of turning” (James 1:17, NKJV) with the Lord God.
  • Saved by Faith
    The Lord has presented everyone with a long list of promised blessings, however, no one is able by his/her own effort to obtain those blessings. In our own effort, we can only obtain the numerous curses that the Lord has pronounced on all who are imperfect; but God has made a way for all who believe in Jesus Christ.
  • The Curse of the Law
    Although the Lord has promised many blessings for all who are able to receive them, there really is no one who qualifies to receive anything other than condemnation from the Lord. If someone expects to obtain the blessings promised by the God of the Bible by meeting the requirements of the Law, that individual will find only curses. In fact, the Lord has determined that all fall short of perfect obedience.
  • He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him
    The God of the Bible promises real, tangible blessings in this lifetime, while the vast majority of religions offer a life of rigid obedience, with the hope of reward in the next life. Can a deity be trusted to provide a very great reward in the subsequent life when he/she has tendered no real blessings in this life? I doubt it.
  • Answers to Some Objections about the Existence of God
    We can offer plausible explanations for the existence of Adam and Eve, and the flood of Noah. Obviously, many other questions could be considered, but unless you settle in your heart the questions of God's existence and His ability to fulfill His promises, you will receive nothing from Him.
  • Who Do You Trust?
    How can we tell whether or not a particular deity is worthy to be called “God.” A good initial test is to evaluate a particular religion's story of creation. The Bible's creation story can be demonstrated as credible, while many others obviously are not.
  • Believe that He Is
    Everyone wants to receive from God, but many people don't even meet God's very first requirement: “believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6). But why should we believe that any God exists at all? “The heavens declare the glory of God” (Psalms 19:1) The Bible contains some very ancient information about the beginning of the universe which we are only now beginning to understand.

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