God's Masterpiece (continued)

Beloved, in continuance of our theme, “God’s Masterpiece” – Though the Spirit may be inclined towards righteousness, yet it cannot do the things it desires to do on the account of the soul being, as it were, filled with the engravings of past affections. Hence there is a struggle between “God’s Masterpiece” of “the Spirit” and “the Body.” Why? It is simple, because “the body” is inclined to fulfill deeds recorded in “the Soul,” while “the Spirit” endeavors to perform the works of righteousness. This is why Paul said, “For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh,) dwelleth no good thing: for to will is present with me;” (in other words, the desire to do right is there, but my body does not have the power by itself). This is why he continues, “but how to perform that which is good I find not” (Romans 7:18). Beloved, I encourage you to read Romans 7:9-25. Paul displays in these verses genuine convictions unto godly sorrow, working repentance unto salvation.

Precious Ones, there is nothing that can remove those evil recordings engraved in our souls (or our hearts), but faith in the blood of Jesus who is the “Bishop of [our] souls” (1 Peter 2:25). “God’s Masterpiece” is so valuable to him that we find God making provision for his “Masterpiece” to receive the deliverance we need. When Paul shows the true cry of a penitent spirit, “O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from the body of this death?” (Romans 7:24) we find that Paul tells us of God’s provision he made for his “Masterpiece” to receive healing and deliverance. Paul says, “I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 7:25). In other words, “God’s Masterpiece” “can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth [us]” (Philippians 4:13). Beloved, when a soul reaches that state he/she should be taught full faith and obedience in the commands of God. This soul (the soul that relies solely on God) is a candidate for miracles because of its acquaintance with God! “[T]he people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits” (Daniel 11:32).

I will write more on this subject next Sunday. Until then, know this…

You are the best church family in the world.
In His Love,

Pastor William L. McCoy