If You Notice These Things Happening Then " YOU CARRY GOD’S PRESENCE “

Key Concepts:

• God's Presence: The indwelling of the Holy Spirit in believers.
• Supernatural Favor: Divine influence that compels others to act in one's benefit.
• Rest Round About: Peace and tranquility despite external turmoil.
• Supernatural Protection and Preservation: Divine safeguarding from harm and evil.
• Honor and Exemption: Divine elevation and exclusion from diminishing circumstances.
• Passion for God: Placing God above all else.
• Total Obedience: Unconditional compliance with God's will.
• Intense Moments of Prayer and Worship: Creating an atmosphere conducive to the Holy Spirit.
• Walking in Humility: A contrite spirit that attracts God's presence.
• Sacrifice: Displeasing oneself to please God.

A. The Significance of God's Presence

• The core argument is that in today's world, one's advantage is directly proportional to the presence of God in their life.
• Individuals who walked with God in the Bible made significant impacts, demonstrating the power of divine presence.
• Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit ensures believers are not left as orphans, highlighting the importance of divine presence.
• The Holy Spirit empowers believers to perform extraordinary feats, as seen in the transformation of the apostles.
• "We do great things to the degree to which the presence of God is in us."

B. Four Manifestations of God's Presence (Apostle Joshua Selman's Teaching)

1. Supernatural Favor:
   • Definition: Loyalty in the hearts of men, compelling them to act in one's favor.
   • It's not mere love but a divine influence that overrides self-interest.
   • Example: Exodus 12:36 - God caused the Egyptians to favor the Israelites, leading them to give away their wealth.
   • "The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelites whatever they asked for. So they stripped the Egyptians of their wealth."
2. Rest Round About:
   • Definition: Absence of trouble and peace in all aspects of life (physical, mental, financial, emotional, spiritual).
   • It's not the absence of worldly problems, but immunity from their negative effects.
   • Example: 2 Chronicles 15:15 - Judah experienced rest on every side after seeking God with their whole heart.
   • "All Judah rejoiced over the oath, for they had sworn with all their heart and had sought him with their whole heart, and he let them find him, so the Lord gave them rest on every side."
   • John 16:33 - "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world."
3. Supernatural Protection and Preservation:
   • Definition: Divine safeguarding from evil and harm.
   • Example: Psalm 91:1 - Dwelling in the shelter of the Most High provides security and rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
   • Example: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego survived the fiery furnace because God was with them (Daniel 3:23-24).
   • "Then King Nebuchadnezzar leapt to his feet in amazement and asked his advisors, 'Weren't there three men that we tied up and threw into the fire?' They replied, 'Certainly, your majesty.' He said, 'Look! I see four men walking around in the fire unbound and unharmed, and the fourth looks like a son of the gods!'"
4. Honor and Exemption:
   • Definition: Divine elevation and exclusion from diminishing circumstances.
   • Honor is bestowed by God, causing others to perceive one's true value.
   • Exemption from activities that diminish or devalue one's worth.
   • Even small actions are magnified and appreciated.

C. Five Ways to Experience God's Presence

1. Passion for God:
   • Definition: Placing Christ above everything else.
   • Demonstrated by prioritizing God and His concerns.
   • James 4:8 - "Draw nigh to God and he will draw nigh to you."
2. Total Obedience:
   • Definition: Unconditional compliance with God's will, even when it contradicts personal desires.
   • It signifies trust in God's plans and promises.
3. Intense Moments of Prayer and Worship:
   • Creating an atmosphere conducive to the Holy Spirit's presence.
   • Welcoming and sustaining the Holy Spirit through prayer and worship.
4. Walking in Humility:
   • Definition: A contrite spirit that attracts God's presence.
   • Psalm 34:18 - "The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart and save such as have a contrite spirit."
5. Sacrifice:
   • Definition: Displeasing oneself to please God.
   • Sacrifices are inconvenient and demonstrate true love for God.

D. Conclusion

• The presence of God is a significant advantage in life.
• Believers should strive to secure God's presence through passion, obedience, prayer, humility, and sacrifice.
• The benefits of God's presence include supernatural favor, rest, protection, honor, and exemption.