Love Me Like I Am – John 16:5-7 – The Best Start

 

This is Namma for Christ with the two hundred eighteenth inspirational message dated Sunday, February 27th, 2022. The title of this message is “Love Me Like I Am – John 16:5-7 – The Best Start”.

The first five words of this message’s title are also the name of the below inspirational song/video, “Love Me Like I Am” (with lyrics) as performed by “for KING & COUNTRY”.  The below passage of scripture (that accompanies this message) is from the New Testament book of John – the fifth through the seventh verses of the sixteenth chapter:

John 16:5-7

New King James Version (NKJV)

 

⁵ “But now I go away to Him who sent Me, and none of you asks Me, ‘Where are You going?’ ⁶ But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your heart. ⁷ Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you.

  

The title of this message also includes the words – “The Best Start” – which is the “title” of the Charles Stanley “In Touch” Daily Devotional for (2/27/22) – which I have included below:

 

The Best Start

 

 John 16:7

By Charles Stanley

 

       STARTING SOMETHING NEW CAN BE DIFFICULT. Whether it’s a job, a relationship, or a big move, new beginnings come with great uncertainty and require mental, physical and spiritual preparation. Thankfully, believers have everything they need to face the unknown.

      Before the crucifixion, Jesus promised the disciples wouldn’t be left alone – the Holy Spirit would come to live within them. In fact, being indwelled by God’s Spirit would be better than having Jesus Himself in the flesh. As He told them, “It is to your advantage that I am leaving; for if I do not leave, the Helper will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you” (John 16:7).

      In addition to having the best possible guide, we’ve also been assured that God will supply our needs and equip us to do His will (Phil. 4:19; 2^nd Tim. 3:16-17 - see these verses below).

Philippians 4:19

New King James Version (NKJV)

 

¹⁹ And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

 

2nd Timothy 3:16-17

New King James Version (NKJV)

 

¹⁶ All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, ¹⁷ that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

 

So we can confidently move forward with new endeavors, knowing that the Lord will continue to lead and help us. And while most of us would prefer to see the entire path ahead, we can rest in the certainty that God will be present at every turn.

 

By Charles Stanley

 

 

I pray that you have enjoyed the above message and I pray that you will enjoy the accompanied song.

 

Please enjoy the below inspirational song/video, “Love Me Like I Am” (with lyrics) as performed by “for KING & COUNTRY” - sung with power and anointing.

 

 

(I do not own the rights to this song).

 

 (If you can't see the below video: Please scroll down to the end - Under the rectangular box labeled "Home" - please click "View web version". You will automatically be taken to the top of the message - please scroll down to the "end" of the message to view the video. Please press play to enjoy the song/video.)

 

BE BLESSED!