Scripture
John 20:22-23 Then he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone’s sins, they are forgiven. If you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”
Observation
After reading these verses this morning, I was reminded of the 'dry bones' in Ezekiel 37:1-14 . . . can these bones live? Lord, You know. I love verse Ezekiel 37:14 "I will put My Spirit within you, and you will come to life . . ." Jesus breathes on His disciples, and they receive the Holy Spirit at His word. Jesus Christ is Savior, Baptizer with the Holy Spirit, Healer, and the Soon Coming King! Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 - a Bible verse displayed in Foursquare Churches around the world. He's the same today - He still breathes on His followers and we can receive His Holy Spirit power! Power to love, power to forgive!
Application
I believe that God loves me, forgives me, and wants to empower me and bring life to areas of my life that are dead and lifeless. The breath of God gives hope, extends grace, love, forgiveness, and fruitfulness; and it's is mine for the asking. Ask and it will be given to you, seek and you will find; knock and it will be opened to you.
Prayer
Father, I ask that You would breathe on me, I need You. Revive me, refresh, restore me, I pray. Help me to forgive and not carry a grudge. May I live my life in such a way that will bring glory to Your Name.
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