The Word of the Week
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The Word of the Week
WORD OF THE WEEK-WITNESS - 6-15-25
Definition: Witness - testimony, evidence or proof presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim.
Scriptures:
Galatians 5:22-23 - “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.”
Romans 12:2 - “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”
John 16:13 - “However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.”
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WORD OF THE WEEK: 6/15/25
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Definition: Witness - testimony, evidence or proof presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim.
Scriptures:
Galatians 5:22-23 - “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.”
Romans 12:2 - “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”
John 16:13 - “However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.”
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The Meaning of WitnessingWhen I examine the word "witness," I must first make it personal. I ask myself, "Does my life reflect the commitment of a disciple of Christ?"
Jesus told His disciples:"You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." (Acts 1:8)This means that if I am truly a disciple of Christ, the Holy Spirit will empower me to be an effective witness for Him.
For the benefit of my readers who may be wondering about discipleship, I want to answer two essential questions.
How Do I Become a Disciple of Christ?1. Believe and Confess – Romans 10:9-10 teaches that salvation comes through confessing Jesus as Lord and believing in His resurrection. With the heart, we believe; with the mouth, we declare our faith.2. Repent and Be Renewed – Repentance, baptism, and transformation are key. Ephesians 1:13 and Romans 12:2 remind us that the Holy Spirit helps renew our minds and hearts, guiding us toward new life in Christ.3. Live by the Word – To remain focused, I must read, study, and live according to God's Word. Scripture serves as a guide for discipleship.
How Do I Know I Have Received the Holy Spirit?1. God’s Promise – Ephesians 1:13 assures me that believers receive the Holy Spirit upon discipleship.2. Inner Transformation – The Spirit deepens my faith, reducing worldly influences and strengthening spiritual connection (Romans 12:2).3. Spiritual Fruit – Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23) are evidence of the Spirit’s work.4. Spiritual Gifts – The Holy Spirit equips disciples with gifts such as prophecy, wisdom, and knowledge (1 Corinthians 12:4-11).5. Boldness in Witnessing – Acts 1:8 speaks of Spirit-led courage in sharing God's truth.
Jesus guarantees that with the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, believers are activated to spread the Word of God. Matthew 28:19-20 affirms His command to:
"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you."
These guidelines from scripture help define what it means to become a living testimony, fully committed to life as a disciple of Christ.
I hope this reflection will help you examine how your life serves as a witness for God.
LORD, MAKE ME A LIVING TESTAMONY!
GOD BLESS YOU!!
ORINE OUT!!
