Exploring Miracle Life in Ministry

Jan 22, 2025

Miracle Life Seminar: Session 1

Introduction

  • The seminar aims to explore seven major ideas for life and ministry based on the first four verses of the Book of Acts.
  • The ministry of Jesus ends, and our ministry begins, serving as continuers of what Jesus started.
  • The objective is to become the kind of person God wants us to be, experiencing the miracle life of Jesus.

Key Concepts

  • Christianity is a miracle, hence the term "Miracle Life."
  • Miracle spelled out in seven letters forms an acronym for seven fundamentals in apostolic ministry.
  • The essence of these truths has been successful across nearly 100 nations for six decades.

Seven Miracle Dynamics

  1. M (Model): All that Jesus began to do and teach. Jesus as the model for our mission.
  2. I (Inspiration): Until the day He was taken up. His ascension inspires us.
  3. R (Response): Our response to God's mandate. Following His commandment.
  4. A (Action): Our action as His delegates. Chosen for action and sent forth.
  5. C (Credibility): Demonstrated by many infallible proofs. The credibility of the Gospel.
  6. L (Legality): Speaking of the kingdom of God. The legality of our faith.
  7. E (Experience): Experience of His energy in us. Waiting for the promise of the Father.

Objectives

  • To discover and become the kind of person God wants us to be.
  • To experience the miracle life of Jesus and continue His work.
  • To move beyond religion to God’s miracle life.

Session Structure

  • Each session focuses on one of the seven dynamics.
  • Questions posed for each dynamic to deepen understanding and application.

Key Questions

  • Today's focus: What unlocks God’s miracle life in us?
  • How do we know what God is like? Without miracles, is Christianity just a religion?

Important Messages

  • Jesus came to show us how to live in unity with God, as He did.
  • Everything Jesus said about His relationship with the Father applies to us.
  • Jesus is our model for what God wants us to be, do, and have.

The Role of Jesus

  • Jesus is the incarnation of God, revealing God's nature in human form.
  • He is the model for living a miracle life, fulfilling God’s will through us.

Takeaways

  • We are Christ's delegates, meant to act in His stead.
  • Embrace the seven dynamics as guides to success with God.
  • Explore and develop a deep understanding of these principles for spiritual growth.

Conclusion

  • The session ends with a confession and prayer, embracing the seminar's truths.
  • Focus on allowing these principles to become integral to your life and ministry.