Servant & The Principle of Authority – For Such a Time closes the four-part overview of the redemptive gift of Servant. Like skipping a pebble across a lake, initial ripples on the surface are visible, while beneath the watery face is much more depth and volume. Such is the case with all seven of the redemptive gifts. And why should it not be, when the study of the redemptive gifts is really about who God is, what He is like, and how we reflect His nature. He is without end. Like each ... continue reading...
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Servant & The Principle of Authority – Part 3
Servant & The Principle of Authority – Part 3 continues to unpack some markers and behavioral characteristics of the Servant redemptive gift. Love Like Jesus and Part 2 provide important framing. Servant’s Birthright* “To be a life-giver to others, especially leaders. To provide the cleansing and authority others require for their destiny.” A biblical example of Servant redemptive gift is clearly seen in Esther. Her story will benefit us as we look at more of Servant’s inward bent and ... continue reading...
Servant & The Principle of Authority – Part 2
Servant & The Principle of Authority – Part 2 begins to unpack some markers and behavioral characteristics of the Servant redemptive gift. Let’s take a peek, since Servant prefers to function in the background. Servant’s Birthright* “To be a life-giver to others, especially leaders. To provide the cleansing and authority others require for their destiny.” What: The principle of authority presents one of Jesus’ conundrums for which He is known. Fitting, since in His recorded Word, He often ... continue reading...
Servant & The Principle of Authority – Love like Jesus
Servant & The Principle of Authority – Love like Jesus invites a fresh look into the Servant redemptive gift. There is a gospel hymn with lyrics that say in part, “No one understands like Jesus.” How well the Servant portion of our human spirit can relate to that thought, especially if, and when, we feel like no one else really does. Servant is valiant in service. When wounded, though, our Servant portion can default to Satan’s specially designed stronghold of a victim spirit. This crafty ... continue reading...
“I Have Something to Say, Say, Say, Say, Say, Say, Say”
I’ve noticed something of late. I am thankful, because it means there is more understanding being formed of the differences between the seven portions of my spirit. It’s as though each redemptive gift portion is letting me know, “I have something to say, say, say, say, say, say, say.” Writing this in March 2020 provides the framework. On a global basis, nations and individuals at all levels are experiencing unprecedented restrictive living and movement due to the Coronavirus pandemic. On a ... continue reading...
