This Week With Jesus

Expanding further on the concept of a trouble filled world and Gods hedge of protection, A core tension in Christian faith is acknowledging a fallen, broken world while still believing in a God who is both powerful and loving. That is quite a dichotomy. ​The answer lies in understanding the difference between God guaranteeing a trouble-free life and Him providing a hedge of protection within a troubled world. ​Praying for a "hedge of protection" is a powerful act of faith that is rooted in several key theological concepts: ​1. Acknowledging God's Sovereignty and Power ​The phrase "hedge of protection" comes directly from the book of Job. In Job 1:10, Satan complains to God about Job, saying, "Have you not put a hedge around him and his household and everything he has?" ​This passage teaches us that God's protection is not a passive force; it is an active, deliberate, and sovereign act. When we pray for a hedge of protection, we are not demanding th...

                                           Many people, including Christians, often ask - "when God loves us why does He allow bad things to happen to us? Why is there so much suffering, death and disaster in the world, affecting mostly everyone?" The answer lies in the fall of Adam and Eve, a fact we gloss over as a story in Sunday school but is in fact the very foundation of our lives today. It highlights the seriousness of thier act of disobedience and rebellion. It all comes down to choices - what we choose to do as opposed to what God would like us to do. Christianity teaches that God created humanity with free will—the genuine ability to choose between good and evil. This freedom is considered a necessary component for true love and a meaningful relationship with God. However, with the gift of free will comes the possibility of choosing sin, which introduced evil, pain, an...

Words hold immense power. They can build up or tear down, comfort or hurt, heal or harm. In Mark 11:21, we see the power of Jesus's words when He cursed the fig tree and it withered away. Similarly in our daily lives, the words we speak to ourselves and others hold the power to shape our reality. We must be mindful of the words we use and the impact they have on others. Its easy to cover our "rude" words by terms like, "I call a spade a spade" or "I say it like it is"; by all means speak the truth but the truth can also be spoken gently, mindfully, empathetically. Its also easy to get caught up in negative self talk or gossip about others, but this brings only negativity into our lives. Instead, let us choose to speak words of encouragement, love and positivity. For example, instead of saying - "Don't lie" to someone, we can say - "it may be better to tell the truth". Small change, same meaning but positive words. Let us lift ot...

Prayer is more than just words—it’s a spiritual invitation for heaven to intervene in earthly circumstances. Here's a deeper look at what it means: ✨ What Is Power Prayer? Divine Intervention : It’s when you call on God’s unlimited resources to act in your situation—whether for healing, guidance, protection, or transformation. Spiritual Authority : You’re not just asking; you’re declaring, binding, and loosing as Jesus taught in Matthew 18:18–20. It’s prayer with conviction and alignment to God’s will. Faith-Fueled Action : Power prayer is rooted in faith, not self-reliance. It acknowledges that only God can truly change hearts, circumstances, and outcomes2. 🔥 Why Is It So Powerful? It Connects You to God’s Power : The power isn’t in the prayer itself—it’s in the God who hears and responds. It Transforms the Pray-er : Who you become is shaped by how you pray. It’s a refining process that aligns your heart with...