Pastor Jenkins brings us to the place in 1st Kings 3 where we see our Heavenly Father Yahweh talking with Solomon—a young man who wanted to please Yahweh.
Solomon was one of King David’s sons who loved Yahweh, and as a result of his love for Yahweh, requested something of Yahweh. In response to his request, Father Yah asked him a question and his (Solomon’s) response would turn out to be the best answer he ever could have given. The words blessings upon blessings come to mind.
He would later become King of Isreal after his father’s death. Our loving Yahweh through His Dear Son Yahshua brings us to a place of humbleness. As wise people, we are to put our lives in Yahshua’s hands. Then, we will walk out of lives with an attitude of gratitude – being focused on Yah’s will for us.
Are you now wondering what Yahweh asked Solomon and Solomon’s response? Well, for those who know the story, it’s no surprise how Yahweh would bless him—over and more abundantly than he could imagine. But, if you are unfamiliar with this story, stay tuned and listen to the full message.
Once you have listened diligently, meditate on what you would have asked and see how it aligns with Yahweh’s word. Ask Yahweh what you will, according to His will for your life, and then expect Him to answer.
Scripture Reading: Romans 8:10
" Pastor Jenkins, in Romans 8 brings to our attention that "there is no condemnation to them which are in Yahshua the Messiah, who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit." (For clarity, we know in the Bible, the capital "S" is speaking about the Holy Spirit, while the small "s" is speaking about our human spirit (flesh). With that being said, let's delve into this much-needed message.
The question being asked is "are we led by Yahweh's Holy Spirit or by our own flesh? Some of us may not know the difference between the two. But to travel down the path of life, let's pay close attention as Pastor Jenkins tells us what it means and giving some examples of both.
Here's a clue: One way gives us life and the other death. Can you figure out which is which, and where you fit in?
Just remember: the first Adam caused all of mankind to be lost. But by grace, the Second Adam, shed His blood and died so that everyone who freely accepts Him would no longer be lost but would have eternal life through His death, burial and resurrection.
Father Yahweh already knew the future. He knew we would need a Deliverer, so what happened? Our Savior Yahshua the Messiah was there waiting to die for our sins in order that we would have a way back to Father Yahweh through Him.
What are the attributes of being saved vs. being lost -- do you know? If not, it's ok, for if you listen to the entire message, you'll find yourself in one or the other.
So, sit back and after listening to the entire message, see which spirit you're led by-- for everyone is either led by the Holy Spirit or our human spirit (flesh).
Have you ever been in a race, whether it's a relay, track meet, or just racing with the intent of winning -- coming out the victor?
Well, here in Hebrews 12, Pastor Jenkins is reiterating and clarifying what it takes according to Apostle Saul (Paul) to win our race. Every believer has the same race to overcome in order to receive the well sought after prize! Remember, the race is not given to the swift but to those who endure until the end. This is a lifelong journey requiring us to put all the effort we have in it because we have an Adversary (Satan), who is just as determined to see our downfall. But we have a great cloud of witnesses standing on the sideline cheering us on with every step. When hardship almost get the best of us, we can dig deep into the well of faith and come through--we may have some scars but guess what, you'll never be in a fight and come out without one scratch.
Yahshua is with us and gives us the stamina to go forth reading and living the word of Yahweh. He already knows we will come through victoriously, so He's always there encouraging us to keep going, don't give up and don't quit.
So, take a big bite of the word of Yahweh which is your energy bar (source), and dig in for the long haul knowing if you hold on to your faith day in and day out, you will surely win your race. As we keep our minds on Yahshua, we will be victorious, and the prize we receive in the end is ETERNAL LIFE.
Therefore, let us run this race with purpose.
Pastor Jenkins speaks from Genesis 15 in which we see Yahweh having to encourage Abram to walk by faith and believe His promise over his (Abram's) life.
At this time, Abram was 75 years old and Sarai was barren. So, to believe Yahweh, it would take a lot of faith on Abram's part but guess what Abram's name was changed to Abraham which means "father of many nations." During his time of coming into the faith it took, he endured many hardships. But every time his wife Sarai, whose name was changed to Sarah, addressed him as Abraham--she reminded him of Yahweh's promise of him being the "father of many nations". And so it was, his descendants today are the Nation of Israel.
But more importantly, Yahshua the Son of Yahweh came to the whole world. Anyone who would hear the word of Yahweh and choose eternal life through Yahshua the Messiah would have salvation. He was sent so that the whole world could make a choice to receive eternal life through His death and resurrection.
With that being said, let's listen in to see what it takes to have faith in Yahweh. We all want eternal life (forgiveness of sin) but sometimes we don't know what to do or how to do it. This message should give us more insight into what it takes to receive eternal life.
Pastor Jenkins opens this message by sharing information about the upcoming Feast of Tabernacles, which comes in October 6th at Sunset. This Feast is one of three feasts Yahweh commanded us to keep. (See Exodus 23: 14-16 for more information.) This Feast is tied to our blessings! Who don't need a blessing? I know I surely do, what about you?
Also contained in today's message is how we have been saved by grace.
Grace is when we receive forgiveness for sins we've committed even when we don't deserve it. But through Yahshua our Savior, He set in place the beautiful act of grace when He shed His blood and died on the cross for the whole world. He didn't have to do it, BUT He did because He loves every one of us. There are things in our lives we've done that doesn't seem like (the sin) should be forgiven. But those are thoughts from our soulish realm not our spiritual realm.
To show how merciful Yahshua is, let's look at the woman caught in adultery. The Pharisees (ruling class) brought this woman to Yahshua in an attempt to trick him. But Yahshua being all-knowing knew what they were planning, and He addressed the issue. It was true that the woman was caught in adultery but why wasn't the man also brought before him? In showing mercy to the woman, He showed the Pharisees their error. What and how did Yahshua do? Let's listen in to see how brilliant Yahshua was in
His discernment of the situation. No one can do us like Yahshua, He's our Savior, Comforter, Healer and so much more.
The question is: is He your Savior? only you can answer that question. But if He's not, He can be--He came to die for the whole world and no sin we've done can keep us from His love.