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The Words of Jesus of Nazareth by Lee Cantelon

The Trial and the Cross

You have no power at all against me unless it is given to you from above.

Why do you prosecute me by these accusations? Interrogate those who heard me teach. They know very well the things I have said. I did not spread my message in secret, but spoke openly for the world to hear, teaching publicly in places of worship and the courtyards of the temple where my followers gathered.

If what I have said violates your laws, then give evidence of this. But if I have spoken the truth, then why do you strike me?

My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my followers would have taken up arms to defend it, that I should not be delivered into your hands. But mine is not an earthly kingdom. Yet you are right when you accuse me of being a king. To this end was I born, and for this purpose I came into the world: that I should be a witness to the truth. All who love the truth recognize my message. Now will the prince of this world be overthrown, and if I be lifted up from the earth, I will draw all people to me.

This above all is why my Father loves me; for I lay down my life willingly that I might take it up again. No man takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own free will. I have the power to lay it down; and I have the power to take it up again. The Father has given me this power.

Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.

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Lord God, Abba Father, thankful for Your blessings and today’s reading, humbled by the reality of my human condition. Your words clearly remind us all that when we are with and in You through Jesus in the Spirit who or what is there that we should fear? Nothing – for when we are in You through Jesus in the Spirit we feel Your presence and all doubt is washed away with our sins. In those moments we know that Jesus is the truth and the way. Then we do we allow ourselves to be fearful, to become doubtful? Like sin – little by little. By taking our focus off putting and keeping Your first and seeking the things under the sun we take our eyes, heart and mind off You; and at that moment stumble. When we stumble we are at our weakest because we are out of the moment with You, we are no longer feeling Your presence. So we must keep You first and offer our first fruits up to You! We must first seek Your kingdom, we must first seek the counsel of our Lord Jesus in everything, our first step, thought must always be in and with the Spirit where we are present and connect through Jesus with You. In the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit I ask and pray that in Jesus name You help me focus on You first, and remember to bring my first fruits to You – in everything, in every way, Amen.

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The purpose of divine Providence is to unify by an upright faith and spiritual love those who have been separated in diverse ways by vice. Therefore one who does not endure disturbances or bear up under distress or undergo hardships walks outside love and the purpose of Providence.

— Maximus the Confessor

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Hebrews 13:1-8

1  Let brotherly love continue.  2  Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.  3  Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them; and those who are ill-treated, since you also are in the body.  4  Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled; for God will judge the immoral and adulterous.  5  Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, "I will never fail you nor forsake you."  6  Hence we can confidently say, "The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid; what can man do to me?"  7  Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God; consider the outcome of their life, and imitate their faith.  8  Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and for ever. 
Psalm 27:1, 3, 5, 8-9

1  The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?  3  Though a host encamp against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident.
Mark 6:14-29

14  King Herod heard of it; for Jesus’ name had become known. Some said, "John the baptizer has been raised from the dead; that is why these powers are at work in him."  15  But others said, "It is Eli’jah." And others said, "It is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old."  16  But when Herod heard of it he said, "John, whom I beheaded, has been raised."  17  For Herod had sent and seized John, and bound him in prison for the sake of Hero’di-as, his brother Philip’s wife; because he had married her.  18  For John said to Herod, "It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife."  19  And Hero’di-as had a grudge against him, and wanted to kill him. But she could not,  20  for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and kept him safe. When he heard him, he was much perplexed; and yet he heard him gladly.  21  But an opportunity came when Herod on his birthday gave a banquet for his courtiers and officers and the leading men of Galilee.  22  For when Hero’di-as’ daughter came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, "Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will grant it."  23  And he vowed to her, "Whatever you ask me, I will give you, even half of my kingdom."  24  And she went out, and said to her mother, "What shall I ask?" And she said, "The head of John the baptizer."  25  And she came in immediately with haste to the king, and asked, saying, "I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter."  26  And the king was exceedingly sorry; but because of his oaths and his guests he did not want to break his word to her.  27  And immediately the king sent a soldier of the guard and gave orders to bring his head. He went and beheaded him in the prison,  28  and brought his head on a platter, and gave it to the girl; and the girl gave it to her mother.  29  When his disciples heard of it, they came and took his body, and laid it in a tomb. 

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Audio books I am listening to and other books or readings I am reading:

When Heaven Invades Earth Unabridged By Bill Johnson Narrated by Tim Lundeen – When Heaven Invades Earth is a powerful statement and testimony on the Kingdom of God. Theologically sound, well supported, and extremely well argued, this message provides a carefully constructed biblical foundation for the average Christian to live and walk in the miraculous power of God. Not only is the supernatural possible, it is our commission. The Great Commission that Christ gave the Church challenges us and makes us responsible to rise up to this supreme supernatural calling. Johnson explains how we are called to dominion in the earth through the divine rule of God.

Soul Communication: Opening Your Spiritual Channels for Success and Fulfillment Unabridged By Zhi Gang Sha Narrated by Marilyn Smith Do you want to communicate with your own soul? Do you want to communicate with your spiritual guides and angels? Do you want to communicate directly with the Divine? You can! In Soul Communication, Dr. Zhi Gang Sha reveals secret Soul Power techniques to develop the four major spiritual communication channels: Soul Language, Direct Soul Communication, Third Eye, and Direct Knowing. While the soul wisdom is profound, Dr. Sha also gives you remarkably simple and practical tools for applying it. This book empowers you to transform every aspect of your life, from health to relationships and finances. Receive guidance from the Divine, your spiritual guides, and your own soul. Empower yourself to fulfill your physical life and your spiritual life.

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