The Messiah Anointed, called, chosen, set apart

The Messiah Anointed, called, chosen, set apart Isaiah 61:1–2 (NLT) 1 The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is upon me, for the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. 2 He has sent me to tell those who mourn that the time of the Lord’s favor has come, and with it, the day of God’s anger against their enemies.

The Messiah Luke 3:15–16 (NLT) 15 Everyone was expecting the Messiah to come soon, and they were eager to know whether John might be the Messiah. 16 John answered their questions by saying, “I baptize you with water; but someone is coming soon who is greater than I am—so much greater that I’m not even worthy to be his slave and untie the straps of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.

The Messiah Luke 3:21–22 (NLT) 21 One day when the crowds were being baptized, Jesus himself was baptized. As he was praying, the heavens opened, 22 and the Holy Spirit, in bodily form, descended on him like a dove. And a voice from heaven said, “You are my dearly loved Son, and you bring me great joy.”

Relationship to the Father

Relationship to the Father John 14:8–11 (NLT) 8 Philip said, “Lord, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.” 9 Jesus replied, “Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and yet you still don’t know who I am? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father! So why are you asking me to show him to you? 10 Don’t you believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words I speak are not my own, but my Father who lives in me does his work through me. 11 Just believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me. Or at least believe because of the work you have seen me do.

Relationship to the Father Luke 4:18–19 (NLT) 18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, 19 and that the time of the Lord’s favor has come.”

Relationship to the Father Luke 4:18–19 (NLT) 18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, 19 and that the time of the Lord’s favor has come.” Acts 10:38 (NLT) 38 And you know that God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power. Then Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.

Relationship to the Father John 14:11-12 (NLT) 11 Just believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me. Or at least believe because of the work you have seen me do. 12 “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me will do the same works I have done, and even greater works, because I am going to be with the Father.

Another Helper

Another Helper John 16:7 (NIV84) 7 But I tell you the truth: It is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you

Another Helper John 14:16–17 (NLT) 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. 17 He is the Holy Spirit, who leads into all truth. The world cannot receive him, because it isn’t looking for him and doesn’t recognize him. But you know him, because he lives with you now and later will be in you.

Another Helper Paraclete – one who comes beside:- Advocate Help Assist Defend Strengthen Encourage Comfort

Greater Works John 14:12–14 (NLT) 12 “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me will do the same works I have done, and even greater works, because I am going to be with the Father. 13 You can ask for anything in my name, and I will do it, so that the Son can bring glory to the Father. 14 Yes, ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it!

Love and Obedience John 14:15 (NLT) 15 “If you love me, obey my commandments. John 14:21 (NLT) 21 Those who accept my commandments and obey them are the ones who love me. And because they love me, my Father will love them. And I will love them and reveal myself to each of them.”

Love and Obedience John 14:23 (NLT) 23 Jesus replied, “All who love me will do what I say. My Father will love them, and we will come and make our home with each of them. John 14:24a (NLT) 24 Anyone who doesn’t love me will not obey me.

Love and Obedience Exodus 33:19 (NLT) 19 The Lord replied, “I will make all my goodness pass before you, and I will call out my name, Yahweh, before you. For I will show mercy to anyone I choose, and I will show compassion to anyone I choose.

Love and Obedience Exodus 33:19 (NLT) 19 The Lord replied, “I will make all my goodness pass before you, and I will call out my name, Yahweh, before you. For I will show mercy to anyone I choose, and I will show compassion to anyone I choose. John 14:17b (NLT) But you know him, because he lives with you now and later will be in you.

Challenge Promise of God’s power and presence is for all believers

Challenge Promise of God’s power and presence is for all believers How do you measure your love for Jesus?

Challenge Promise of God’s power and presence is for all believers How do you measure your love for Jesus? Do you need another helper?

Challenge Promise of God’s power and presence is for all believers How do you measure your love for Jesus? Do you need another helper? Do you believe that you are also an anointed one? That Jesus wants you to do the same works as him?

Challenge Promise of God’s power and presence is for all believers How do you measure your love for Jesus? Do you need another helper? Do you believe that you are also an anointed one? That Jesus wants you to do the same works as him? Are you willing to partner with him to do even greater works?

Challenge Promise of God’s power and presence is for all believers How do you measure your love for Jesus? Do you need another helper? Do you believe that you are also an anointed one? That Jesus wants you to do the same works as him? Are you willing to partner with him to do even greater works? I need the Help of the Holy Spirit

- I am not going settle for 2 out of 3 - I am so grateful that HE lives in me