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The Key to Breakthrough Faith
obey God and then believe His promises as you pray
by David Cerullo
It’s
so simple, yet so often neglected: When you combine the promises of God’s Word
with a passion to seek Him in prayer… MIRACLES HAPPEN!
So,
what do you need from God today? Be specific.
Do
you need a physical healing? A financial breakthrough? Deliverance from an
addiction? Freedom from worry? A restored relationship with a loved one?
Remember Jesus’ words in Mark 10:27: - “With God
ALL THINGS are possible!”
As
you combine God’s promises with the power of prayer, you can overcome problems
that have plagued you for years.
You
also can release God’s miracles in the lives of your friends and loved ones,
and you can join with other believers in seeking to transform your nation.
But
in order to get your breakthrough, you may have to add PATIENCE and PERSISTENCE
to your faith (Hebrews 6:12).
The
answer you seek may take some time, and you may have to battle for your
breakthrough:
Like
the widow who continually petitioned the unjust judge, you must pray until your
breakthrough comes (Luke 18:1-8).
Just
as Jacob was willing to wrestle with God all night until the blessing came, you
will need to hang on to God’s promises with steadfast faith (Genesis 32:24-30).
Even
though you see only scant evidence on the horizon, you must proclaim that your
victory is at hand (1 Kings 18:41-45).
When
you’re willing to exhibit this kind of determined, radical faith, you can
expect explosive results.
Yet
be prepared for a fight. For in order to receive your breakthrough, you may
need to literally “break through” some daunting circumstances.
Digging
a Hole in the Roof
One
day Jesus was teaching in someone’s home in Capernaum.
News had spread, and there was a packed house: “Soon
the house where he was staying was so packed with visitors that there was no
more room, even outside the door” (Mark
2:2).
About
that time, four men arrived late to the meeting. They needed a miracle — not
for themselves, but for a paralyzed friend they were carrying on a mat.
However,
there was a problem, and it seemed insurmountable. The crowd was so great, it
looked impossible to get the paralyzed man to Jesus.
Most
of us would have given up at that point. After all, they had done their best.
And they already had carried the man a considerable distance.
But
these men didn’t quit. Devising a very creative solution, they climbed on the
rooftop and dug a hole through the roof above where Jesus was sitting.
Then
they found a way to lower the man on his mat, right in front of the Lord!
The
people listening to Jesus’ message were probably quite annoyed at this rude
interruption.
And
I’m sure the man who owned the house wasn’t happy about the hole dug in his
roof!
But
we’re told that Jesus SAW their faith, and He took notice (verse 5).
I
love that, don’t you? While people sometimes speak of “faith” as if it’s some
kind of nebulous and intangible force, this story illustrates that true faith
is something you can SEE!
And
make no mistake about it: When we take a step of faith and obedience, the Lord
always notices.
Consider
your life today. Do you have an active, dynamic, obedient faith, like these
four men displayed?
Is
your faith audacious enough to dig a hole in someone’s roof in order to bring a
friend to Jesus?
Because
of these men’s faith and their willing to dig past every obstacle in their way,
their friend’s life was radically transformed.
First, Jesus forgave his sins. Then He told the
paralyzed man, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home!” (verse 11)
People were amazed when the man “jumped up, grabbed
his mat, and walked through the stunned onlookers” (verse 12).
But
this miraculous outcome occurred because four men took a bold step of faith to
bring their paralyzed friend to the Savior.
Preparing
for Your Breakthrough
The
paralyzed man needed a physical healing, but you probably know someone who
needs God to intervene in their marriage, their children, their emotions, or
their finances.
And
I’m sure you also know someone who needs to be brought to the feet of Jesus in
order to receive His life-changing salvation.
Whatever
the need may be, I encourage you to pause and ask God for His instructions
today.
Is
there a friend who needs your help? Is there a “roof” you must dig through? Is
there a Seed you need to Sow?
No
matter what need you or your loved ones may be facing today, I encourage you to
obey God and then believe His promises as you pray.
When you have done your part, stand in faith and never
give up. As Jesus encouraged us in Matthew 7:7: - “Keep asking… keep
seeking… and keep knocking!”
I
am joining my prayers with yours today.
We’re
asking God to draw you into greater intimacy with Him so He can give you
fantastic blessings and breakthroughs on your journey of faith.
God
bless you!
David Cerullo is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Inspiration
Ministries, located in Indian Land, South Carolina – a ministry dedicated to
impacting people for Christ worldwide through media. The son of international
evangelist Morris Cerullo, David took a less traditional approach to ministry,
graduating from Oral Roberts University with a degree in business
administration and management. He has authored over 20 books, and operates a
global media ministry that powerfully impacts the world for Christ.
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