Study Scripture:
For we also have had the gospel preached to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because those who heard did not combine it with faith.
- Hebrews 4:2 (NIV)
This month, we received God’s prophetic word thus: HIS POWER IS MY WINNING TICKET. THEREFORE, I SHALL ESCAPE ALL THE EMBARRASSMENTS OF THE DEVIL. You must understand that what makes you a winner is violent faith. You access your winning ticket with the instrument of faith. The prophetic instrument for the advancement of your life above satanic embarrassment is through the instrument of faith, and not just any kind of faith but violent faith.
Let’s look at some scriptural examples; individuals who won by violent faith:
- The blind beggar who cried out to Jesus for help; ignoring the rebuke of the people around him. His violent faith yielded his healing (Luke 18:35-39).
- The relatives of the paraplegic man who opened up the roof to lay him before Jesus. This violent action of faith brought about his wholeness. (Luke 5:18-24).
- The widow of Zeraphath who had faith in the word of the prophet and acted accordingly. Her faith fetched her abundant food in the midst of famine (1 Kings 17:12-14).
- Elisha who was desperate to receive a double portion of his master’s anointing. His violent faith granted him access to his desire (2 kings 2: 9-14).
Instruments That Makes Faith Work
- Love for God (Galatians 5:6).
Faith is expressed in love. True lovers of God are violent faith activators. Once you are a genuine lover of God, you can easily give out whatever He demands of you and faith will always provide for you. True lovers are givers, sacrificial and responsible believers. The faith of a true lover will always work. Love driven faith oppresses the devil. Faith is impotent without love.
- Praise (Psalms 100:4).
To access violent faith, you need to be a person of praise. Whenever you praise God, faith is released.
Further Scriptures: Psalms 63:2, Daniel 3:18, Genesis 12:1, 2 Chronicles 20:20
Prayer Line: Oh LORD, give me a heart that is full of love for you in Jesus name. Amen!