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Throughout Holy Scripture, we find God unveiling another wonderful side of his character and personality as we indulge in the storylines and outcomes of our magnificent God. Here we have a warrior with the skills of a great general at war, reflecting on things in his past which limited his foresight in things to come. As “servant warriors”, God does not call us to be feeble muppets, but rather, a skilled and purposed soldier who knows how “not” to fumble the ball. We must be focused and driven by call, rather than by ambition or fear, and learn how to carry a sword, with the heart also to serve. All acts of ministry (service) must be centered in Christ and built on his Word. For success comes to those who can keep their eyes on the ball, maintaining their lips by spreading the Good News, and managing God’s gifts by the architectural design of his divine blueprint (the Word). Joshua 1:1-9 1 After the death of Moses the servant of the LORD, the LORD said to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ aide: 2“Moses my servant is dead. Now then, you and all these people, get ready to cross the Jordan River into the land I am about to give to them—to the Israelites. 3 I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses. 4 Your territory will extend from the desert to Lebanon, and from the great river, the Euphrates—all the Hittite country—to the Mediterranean Sea in the west. 5 No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. 6 Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. 7 “Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. 8 Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries

The Exegetical Principle is vital to the understanding of all Scripture as a whole. As a student and teacher of the Word of God, it is important to humble one's own prejudices, philosophies, presumptions, fantasies, and/or personal views and avoids this error, when studying and teaching the Word of God. Understanding God's sovereignty and the infallible characteristic of the Word of God is vital in teaching truth (gospel) rather than opinion or spiritual "Ad hominem". The Word of God states that the "Word is Spirit." Understanding the spiritual significance in God's Word from simply a physical point of view without taking into consideration its spiritual significance could have some eternal repercussions called "deception", or limitations that can veil deeper truths and revelations of God's message to you or to God's people. We understand that our experiences, academic studies or opinions can have influence as to how we view and teach God's Word, but all of these must take residence that God's Word is Sovereign, final and perfect. For even John the Apostle also known as the "Beloved" in his great experience, labor and quest to know Jesus Christ was chosen to share the mysteries and secrets of the Book of Revelations (apocalypse = revelation) which clearly revealed his growing knowledge of the Savior, his purpose and his reign. How could such a man with limited knowledge of the future be entrusted to share some of the most profound prophetic revelations awaiting God's people centuries after the resurrection of Christ? Let's reverence God's Word and let it teach us, instruct us, correct us, and speak to us. For the Word of God "is a double-edged sword" and it will help us all to understand that we are not owners of God's Word but Stewards of God's Word! #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries

Today, if you are facing circumstances beyond your control, God has a word for you! If you find yourself shaken or even fainting there is a "Rhema Word" that can restore your joy, and place you once again in your rightful place with Christ. The most important ingredient in every miracle, in every breakthrough, and in every blessing is the measure of your "spiritual appetite". God knows very well how to feed his sheep, his riches are endless and his answers to your problems have already been provided. I read something the other day that I would like to share with you so that you may be blessed, and it reads like this..... "the Gospel is God's gift to you, what you do with the Gospel is your gift to God". God desires to bless you with a fresh anointing so that you may have hope, are you hungry for God? As the great Psalmist "David" uttered his deepest groaning in a songful prayer, he understood that his God would never abandon nor forsake him. David understood that regardless of the great circumstances that awaited him, his God was worthy to be exalted. I would like to tell you that there is a "shout" that will break open the windows of heavens for you today. This "shout" is not a scream - but a clamor. A declaration of what you know and not what you feel. David taught us that in the midst of his greatest adversities, a prayerful Song could reach the heart of God. Clam your joy and your victory with shouts of "praise"! As you do so, you will immediately sense your heart shift, your joy return, and your hopes energized. David learned the secret of War through praise! For praise and worship is for God's Glory, but for your Victory! Psalms 100:1-5 1 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. 2 Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 3 Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. 4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. 5 For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries

The truth of God's Word is greater than your realities. Whenever you apply God's truth it will change, and trumpet your realities. #andyfernandez #iamministries #quotes

The Bible assures us that if we believe in Jesus, we will be saved. The "prayer of salvation" is the most important prayer we will ever pray. When we are ready to become a Christian, we are ready to have our first real conversation with God! When we pray the prayer of salvation, we are letting God know we believe God’s Word is true. By the faith God has given us, we choose to believe in Him. So, when we pray, asking God for the gift of salvation, we're exercising our free will to acknowledge that we believe in Him. That demonstration of faith pleases God because we have freely chosen to know Him. Prayer of Salvation - Five Simples Steps. 1. Confess your sins: Father God, I’m a sinner. 2. Repent of your sins: I’m sorry for my sins. 3. Ask forgiveness for your sins: Please forgive me for my sins. 4. Invite Jesus into your life: I want Jesus Christ to be my personal Savior. 5. Ask to be filled with the Holy Spirit: Fill me with your Spirit so I can live by Your power. Now pray this prayer with us: "Dear God, I'm a sinner. I'm sorry for my sins. Forgive me of my sins. I want Jesus Christ to be my Savior. I want to be filled with your Holy Spirit so I may live my life with Your power. In Jesus' name, Amen." #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries

Every ministry needs a Church! And every Church should serve through ministry! #andyfernandez #iamministries #pastoraladvice

There is a huge difference between reality and truth. God desires that his truth becomes your reality. #andyfernandez #iamministries #quotes

Find yourself a mentor who bears the fruits you desire to attain. Study them, affiliate with them, follow them, and be loyal to them. Everyone needs a mentor. Hebrews 13:7-8 7 Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. 8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. #andyfernandez #iamministries #pastoraladvice

There is nothing more beautiful or comforting in all creation then God's Word. Today I ask that you take a moment to reflect on God's Word and associate yourself with the heart of the Father. Let the whisper of God's silent voice compel you to embrace God's plan in your life as you live day by day in a world that refuses to know him. Let your heart come to terms with what God says about you, and not what the world nor the voices in your head convince you to believe. As a young boy, the Prophet Jeremiah could have not fathomed that he would be a spokesman for God and his Kingdom. He viewed himself as "too young" and "incapable of speaking". But, as the Word of the Lord came to him, the Lord reveals to Jeremiah, (which means God shall arise), his spiritual destiny in his creator. It is important to understand that every individual is a three-dimensional being by which you and I possess a Spirit, a Soul, and a Body. God wants you to focus on your spiritual destiny today. I call out within you, that spirit being, that spiritual man or woman who was formed fearfully in the hands of the Almighty Creator (Elohim). Jeremiah could have not imagined that he would be destined to be a prophet, for speaking was not his strength. But God has taught us that "in your weaknesses, he is made strong". Jeremiah was the perfect candidate that God choose because it did not depend on Jeremiah's strength, but in God's omnipotent spirit. Benign to Jeremiah, Jeremiah considered his youthfulness to be an obstacle but in God's eyes, it was perfect. For God desires that we all would have the heart of a child, for as the Word says Matthew 18:3 "unless you become like little children you will never enter the Kingdom of God". There is power in purity, holiness, and innocence. This young Prophet did not realize that everything God needed to move was centered in Jeremiah's purity and dependency on God. For a true prophet is one who speaks the truth even when it is not popular with the masses. Truth sets people free, and the truth is rooted in the impenetrable purity of God's Word. Today allow yourself to think of yourself according to God's Word. Do not limit yourself, but with sincere optimism allow God to work through you and reveal his perfect plan. Jeremiah 1:4-10 4 The word of the Lord came to me, saying, 5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” 6 “Ah, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am only a child.” 7 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord. 9 Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “Now, I have put my words in your mouth. 10 See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.” #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries

Hallelujah, I am thankful for the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is certainly a person and indwells in the lives of all who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. His gifts, roles, and relationship to a "Christian" are vital for the work of the ministry and the walk for which we all will give an account. Without him, it is impossible to live an effective, and holy life in Christ. And, he is one of the reasons why Christ ascended into the highest heavens, so that all may be comforted, counseled, and filled by him. For his personified presence is real as he teaches, witnesses, convicts, regenerates, direct, commands, intercedes, guides, and performs miracles in the life of the believer and the corporate life of the Church. For he prays for you today, continually before the presence of the father, with groaning to see you achieve your place in Christ. Romans 8:26 "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express". #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries

The Spirit of God is God. He carries his wisdom, his characteristics, his likeness, his thoughts, his purpose, and his power. Receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit is necessary to labor effectively both spiritually and physically to do God's will and purpose (establish his kingdom). Will, as it may, but God himself will not fail in establishing his righteous kingdom in man and on earth. If peace is required to maintain "unity", so be it. If "holy anger" is required to correct effectively, so be it. If spiritual warfare and war must be unleashed to accomplish his purpose, so be it. God and his Holy Spirit, with Christ by their side is not small by our own understanding - that he could be contained in a box, Church, program, or paradigm. God is infinite in all his ways, and he empowers individuals, the Church through his Holy Spirit to be able, capable, and effective people - to move with authority (power). #soundsofmywritings #andyfernandez #iamministries