Inheritance of Blessings

Scripture Reading and Prayer The thought for the message is the inheritance of a blessing. Read 1 Peter 3:8-9. Verse 8: “Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous.” Verse 9: “Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.” Prayer for guidance and blessings. Unity in Worship Emphasis on being of one mind. The word “all” in the Bible means everyone. Critique of division based on church names or personal beliefs. Importance of coming together to worship God Almighty. Worship should transcend church names and focus on Jesus Christ. Call to self-examination for those who struggle to worship with others. The Bible calls for unity. Warning against attending church for superficial reasons. Coming to worship God, not to be seen or to observe others. The Holy Spirit descends when worship is directed towards God. Need to stand for God in all aspects of life. Critique of those who seek attention without substance. Need to worship the King of Kings who saved souls. The Call to Salvation Salvation is a personal calling from God. Not initiated by others. Involved conviction and a realization of the consequences of sin. Critique of superficial conversions. True salvation involves a complete transformation. Putting away old habits and being cleansed. Personal testimony of transformation after salvation. Old desires were replaced with blessings. Urging those who are struggling with sin to seek genuine repentance. God knows all, even hidden sins. Cannot hide from God. Inheriting Blessings Questioning why some may not feel blessed. Possible hidden sins hindering blessings. Personal experience of immediate blessings after genuine repentance. Blessings diminished when trying to hide something. Call to search hearts for hidden sins. Acknowledging personal need for daily self-examination. God knows we will sin and fall short. Jesus is our advocate. God wants to bless his children. Need to come to Him for cleansing. Living a Godly Life God loves us and wants to bless us. Personal testimony of God’s continued blessings. Not based on position or status. Based on knowing who to turn to for guidance. Desire to align actions and words with God’s will. Gratitude for Jesus’ sacrifice. God sees all and knows our hearts and minds. Need to walk and talk in a way that pleases God. Prayer and Humility God’s ears are open to our prayers. Urging those with burdens to come to the altar. No shame in seeking prayer and forgiveness. God is waiting to hear from us. It is a blessing to be able to talk to God. God listens to everyone, regardless of status. Never hold a political office. Assurance that God hears prayers of repentance. Willingness to talk to God is all that is required. Closing Remarks Invitation to come to the altar for prayer. Urging to receive God’s blessings. Reflecting on the initial feelings of salvation. Questioning if those blessings are still felt. Call to search hearts and identify any hindrances to blessings. God is merciful and wants us to return to Him. Invitation to come back to God in repentance and prayer. Questioning if attendees are receiving the blessings they received when they were saved.