Garden of Eden Ministries Weekly Blog

  Hello Family of Believers,     We have entered into a time where it is necessary for believers to walk out our faith understanding that we are a people of purpose.  Purposeful people are intent on seeing what the plan of God is for their lives and knowing that this can only be accomplished in the Presence of God. God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Message Scriptures Background Scriptures: Galatians 6:10 2 Corinthians 5:7 James 1:5-6 God is looking for a people that will not waver in faith. 1 John 5:4 faith is the power that enables us to overcome the world Ephesians 2:8 faith enables us to receive the gift of salvation James 5:14-15 the prayer of faith Romans 1:17 the just shall live by faith Romans 10:17 faith comes by responding to the hearing of the preached Word of God Key Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1-40 anyt...

  Hello Spiritual Family,     The biblical definition of fellowship is vastly different then how our culture has emphasized it in times past.  Dive into Tuesday's message to discover what God's intent for fellowship for His believers. God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Message Scriptures John 17:1-11 Jesus' prayer that we will be one with the Father as He is one with the Father Biblical Understanding of Fellowship Acts 2:42 Galatians 2:9 Philippians 2:1-2 1 Corinthians 1:9 Philippians 3:10 1 John 1:1-7 fellowship is centered around scriptures fellowship with God first that leads to fellowship with one another   Nuggets for the Week Definition of fellowship - a friendly association,  especially with people who share one's interest Koinonia - Greek meaning of fellowship - holding something in common...

  Hello Spiritual Family,     Sunday's message is to encourage us to remain faithful and steadfast on our journey with the Lord, knowing that He will bring all of His purposes and promises in our lives to pass. God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Message Scriptures Exodus 14:14-15 God's attribute is to fight for us God promises to fight for us Acts 1:4 Jesus told the disciples to wait in Jerusalem promising they will be filled with power 2 Peter 1:4 God's promise to us is for us to look like Jesus  Isaiah 41:10 fear not Deut. 31:8 God goes before us - means He will do it! He'll be with us don't be discouraged Philippians 4:19 God will supply our needs It's God's nature to meet our needs Genesis 26:1 wait to see the fulfillment of God's promise when things don't go well, we change our posture   Nuggets for t...

  Hello Spiritual Family,     The world would have us to believe that being needy is not a great quality to possess.  However, God calls this person blessed if their neediness leads then to Him.  Below is a look into one of God's Kingdom principle of being poor in spirit. God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Message Scriptures Background Scriptures:  Matthew 5;1-12 Focus:  vs. 3 Jesus launches an attack on self-centeredness drawing us closer to Him living a lifestyle that bears fruit Matthew 19:21-27 it's not about possessing riches but it is the condition of the heart Jesus sharing a higher call to righteousness man's self-sufficiency - no longer is man to exalt themselves any longer a lifestyle relying upon humility denouncing anything that competes for God's affection or place in our heart not g...

  Hello Spiritual Family,     Maturity marks the presence of God's virtues in our lives.  Whether in seed form or in full bloom, the goal is for Christ's love to be on display by many and for many as proof that He exists. God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Encounter God's Heart...The Light of the World Within You Message Scriptures Colossians 3:12-17, 23-25 because we are so dearly loved and chosen by God, we are asked to "robe" ourselves or put on God's virtues Psalm 132:9 and Job 29:14 wear righteousness as a robe Philippians 3:9(TPT) and Romans 13:14(AMPC) exchange your righteousness for Jesus' righteousness 1 John 2:29 living in God's righteousness means that God is our Father Colossians 3 vs. 12 be merciful as we attempt to understand one another be compassionate, showing kindness toward all be gentle and ...

  Hello Spiritual Family,      A biblical definition for exaltation is to raise in rank, power, or character; to elevate by praise or in estimation, glorify.  Psalm 150 states that everything with breath in their body praise the Lord.  Tonight's bible study gives a closer look into what leads us to exalt anything or anyone, no matter who or what it is.  Enjoy! God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Message Scriptures Psalm 8:1-9 1 Chronicles 29:10-11 David making preparation for the Temple being built 1 Chronicles 29:1-11 vs. 3 - David gave because of his heart's affection towards the Lord Matthew 6:33 constantly seek God's Kingdom and righteousness Luke 17:20-21 the Kingdom of God is within Romans 14:17 the Kingdom of God is righteousness, peace, and joy understanding the function of the Kingdom and its ...

  Hello Spiritual Family,      Chess is a game made up of a series of strategic moves across the board to achieve one goal - the capture of the opposing king.  Sometimes the moves are advancing forward, sometimes they are backwards.  Sometimes pieces move diagonally.  Nevertheless, they are always moving keeping the end goal in sight.  Our lives are in the hand of God that is constantly moving and molding us with the end goal in sight - making Jesus known throughout all the earth!  Nevermind, which direction the pieces take they are still meant to move on in victory.  Are you ready to move on to see how this game plays out?  Let's be a people ready to confidently and passionately advance the Kingdom of Heaven at all cost. God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Encounter God's Heart Mes...

  Hello Spiritual Family,    Expectation without preparation is very similar to a famous quote "to be or not to be...that is the question".  The question for us today is what are we expecting and what preparations are we making to receive it.  Check out the thoughts below on how to begin the journey.    God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Name Message Scriptures Luke 3:15-16 people were listening to John's message with expectation of Jesus' coming Matthew 24:36 - 25:13 Jesus teaches about proper expectation watch and pray with expectation be prepared Hebrews 13:1-2 prepare with expectation to enter others, possibly entertaining angels Exodus 19:1-25 God calling Moses how to prepare the people for God God prepared the people by reminding them of their past and what they learned about them, then the promise o...

  Hello Spiritual Family,    Paul wrote letters to various non-Jewish churches that were struggling with remaining in the love of Jesus Christ as was initially preached in the beginning.  His letters were to remind them of the message of salvation and be confident in this hope.  The Letter of Ephesians, some believe, was also the missing or lost letter meant for the church in Laodicea.  Imagine not receiving the rich words of encouragement from Paul of our life in Christ that is spelled out in Ephesians.   This week's message encourages us to posture ourselves to "catch the wind of God" again by finding the missing pieces of our relationship and get back on the road to recovery of passionately sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ to the next generation.   God Bless Scripture References & Highlights Prayer for 2021:   This year will be a year of Light; that Light will shine and darkness will not dispel it.   In Jesus' Nam...