The Marla Lucas Podcast

Matt 8:2-34 ONE WORD. Our Lord has so much power, one word sent those demons out of those 2 guys! The Scripture says the demons were so fierce, people did not go near where the men lived (in a cemetery). BUT GOD. If you're very aware of demonic influence, be encouraged, Jesus shared this story to demonstrate His mighty power with ONE WORD. Walk in victory today, my friend.

Miracle #10, the man with the withered hand, instead of rejoicing that his life would never be the same, the Pharisees found fault the Jesus healed him on the Sabbath. What a tragedy for the miserable Pharisees. Their lives were built on the rules, not the heart of God. What an incredible reminder to stay close to Jesus and listen for His leading lest we get caught up in all the rules. 

Why your circle matters. The paralytic could have never made it to Jesus were it not for his friends. Jesus said, "Because of their faith, you're sins are forgiven" and then "rise, take up your bed and go home." The crowd then glorified God. This is why he performed miracles, that God would be glorified. Don't forget to glority God for all the miracles! 

Miracle #8! This miracle will inspire you to make God marvel! Yes, you read that right. This Centurion guy...is quite amazing. Jesus said there was not ONE man in all of Israel with faith like his! He made Jesus MARVEL. You will be inspired today, to believe on another level, for BIG things, in the Mighty Name of Jesus!

Miracle #7 occurs in Matthew 8:1-4. Thousands were following Jesus. The leper approached Jesus and knelt before him stating, "you can heal me, if you will it." What miracles are you needing today? Let's follow the example of the leper and humble ourselves (he literally knelt) and make a statement, "Lord I know you are able!" May today's episode encourage you and strengthen your faith to believe God for your miracle. 

 In God's perfect timing, He asks the guys to put down their nets one more time. They had toiled all night. In obedience, they put down their nets and nearly sank the boat with the fish they caught. The blessing was almost more than they could contain.

Keep toiling and doing what is right in front of you. In God's perfect timing you're going to see a miracle bigger than you ever imagined! Keep your head up. Keep fishing. The load of fish is coming!

Jesus casts out demons and heals all who were sick. Praying this episode strengthens anyone who has any history involving any kind of demonic activity or connection to anything demonic. ONE WORD and the demons had to flee. That's the power of Jesus. No fear. Today, we chat about healing. Some are healed, some are not. Do you have to know why? Or, do you trust God and whatever He decides to do? How about, "Yes Lord. Yes to Your plan...no matter what!" Walk in strength and joy today my friend. 

Today's miracle is so short and sweet. Two verses, Matthew 8:14-15. #1. Jesus SAW her (just like He sees YOU). #2. One sentence: He touched her, she was healed, she "rose and began to serve Him." God's timing is perfect and in a moment, God's perfect moment, all of your prayers can be answered in one sentence. Be encouraged. It will be worth the wait. Thank you Lord for the miracles on the way!

Who's in charge anyway? Taking back your strength today. Don't give the enemy the satisfaction of winning one minute of your thoughts. Let's watch miracle #3 in the New Testament, God puts the enemy in his place immediately. That's what He will do in your life. Exciting news! God can take care of demons in a moment! V-I-C-T-O-R-Y over every demon in the name of Jesus!

Believing God when life looks nothing like you thought it would. Believing God when He is not working in a way that would make really great sense in our human minds. Repeat this phrase today, "I believe. I believe. I believe." Believe that God is working and listen to today's episode, Jesus did it! Not the way, the father expected at all, but Jesus did heal his son. Thank you Jesus for miracle number 2!