No matter how much you want to beautify a place, it is the foundation that determines the life span of a building.
- Foundation: the basic; the root (the strength of the plant is determined by the depth of the root)
- It is very important in our Christian walk to pay attention to our foundation because it dictates how far we can go. Colossians 2:7 (NLT)
- A person without foundation can easily be confused.
Why do we need to develop capacity? 1. So as to be able to withstand storms. Matthew 24:13 2. So as to remain steadfast or strong: Hebrews 3:12-14
When you develop capacity, it enables longevity and fruitfulness.
Colossians 2:7 (AMP)
What can help us to be more rooted? 1. The word of God
- You can never graduate out of the curriculum of the bible study until Jesus comes. 1Peter 2:2; Hebrews 5:14; Psalm 92:14
- Meditatively reading God's word; intentionally engaging in study.
- Obeying whatever you've read. The Holy Spirit is to teach and guide us into all truth. 1John 2:27, John 16:13
Be intentional, be deliberate in your growth in the knowledge of God.
Ask: means saying something to o gain an answer or get information.
Who should we ask?
- Ask our Father in heaven. John 16:16-27
1. Ask for Salvation. 2. Ask for the Holy Spirit. 3. Ask for wisdom. 4. Ask for empowerment. 5. Ask for understanding (deep insight) 6. Ask for communion; the fellowship of His presence. 7. Ask for protection.
How do we ask? 1. Ask by Faith. James 1:6; Hebrews 11:6 2. Ask consistently. Matthew 7:7 (NLT) 3. Ask in unity or agreement. Matthew 18:19 4. Ask in humility. Matthew 6:5-8
"Abounding" means existing in Thanksgiving.
It is essential for a Believer to have an attitude of Thanksgiving ALL THE TIME (1 Thessalonians 5:16).
We are to give thanks to God in "ALL THINGS" #Thanksliving is a consistent (and continous) attitude of Thanksgiving. It is being conscious of the benefits you receive. Thankfulness is the soil on which joy and peace thrive.