Embracing Your Unique Anointing for an Uncommon Life

 

Summary

Understanding our identity in Christ is crucial to living a rare and uncommon life. Each of us is uniquely anointed and gifted for this time, and we must embrace our God-given destiny without looking back at past desires or distractions. Like Lot's wife, who looked back at Sodom and Gomorrah, we must resist the temptation to dwell on what is behind us and instead press forward into the calling God has for us. Our lives are not our own; they belong to God, and we are called to live under the mind of Christ, which is characterized by giving and serving others.

The anointing of past spiritual giants like Paul and the apostles remains on this earth, and we can tap into it by respecting and learning from those who came before us. This requires humility and a willingness to learn from the wisdom of previous generations. By doing so, we can create lasting change and build a legacy that impacts future generations. Every moment is an opportunity to create a story, and we must seize these moments to rewrite history in alignment with God's will.

Reforming our lives means changing the ordinary and stepping into the rare and uncommon blessings God has for us. At the foot of the cross, we see examples of rare faith and uncommon blessings, such as John, the thief on the cross, and the Roman centurion. These moments teach us the importance of standing firm in our faith and being willing to be different from the world. We must hate what is evil and stand up for God's heart, even when it means going against societal norms.

Chasing after God's heart and His blessings requires obedience and a willingness to step out of our comfort zones. We must be willing to do what is uncomfortable, like taking a cold shower or witnessing to others, to grow in our faith and experience God's uncommon blessings. When we pursue God's heart, we align ourselves with His perfect will and experience the fullness of His blessings in our lives. Let us not settle for worthless luxuries but strive to live a life that is rare and uncommon, marked by God's favor and purpose.

Key Takeaways:

1. Embrace Your Unique Anointing: Each person has a unique anointing and gifting from God, meant for this specific time. Embracing this identity requires letting go of past desires and distractions, much like Lot's wife failed to do. Press forward into your God-given destiny, understanding that your life is not your own but belongs to God. [09:53]

2. Learn from the Greats: The anointing of past spiritual leaders remains on this earth, and we can tap into it by respecting and learning from their wisdom. This requires humility and a willingness to learn from previous generations, allowing us to create lasting change and build a legacy that impacts future generations. [12:23]

3. Seize Every Moment: Every moment is an opportunity to create a story and rewrite history in alignment with God's will. By understanding the significance of each moment, we can affect lasting change that impacts generations to come. [14:47]

4. Stand Firm in Faith: Reforming our lives means stepping into the rare and uncommon blessings God has for us. This requires standing firm in our faith, hating what is evil, and being willing to be different from the world, even when it means going against societal norms. [24:08]

5. Pursue God's Heart Relentlessly: Chasing after God's heart and His blessings requires obedience and a willingness to step out of our comfort zones. By pursuing God's heart, we align ourselves with His perfect will and experience the fullness of His blessings in our lives. [31:12]

Youtube Chapters:

- [00:00] - Welcome
- [09:53] - Embracing Your Unique Anointing
- [12:23] - Learning from Spiritual Giants
- [14:47] - Seizing Every Moment
- [24:08] - Standing Firm in Faith
- [25:48] - The Rarity of the Cross
- [26:38] - Mind of Christ and Self-Control
- [28:50] - Standing Against Evil
- [31:12] - Pursuing God's Heart
- [39:36] - Chasing After Blessings
- [42:13] - Attacking Back Against Challenges
- [43:28] - Living an Uncommon Life

Study Guide

### Bible Study Discussion Guide

#### Bible Reading
1. Genesis 19:26 - "But Lot's wife looked back, and she became a pillar of salt."
2. Philippians 2:5-7 - "In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness."
3. Psalm 139:17-18 (The Message) - "Your thoughts—how rare, how beautiful! God, I’ll never comprehend them! I couldn’t even begin to count them—any more than I could count the sand of the sea."

#### Observation Questions
1. What was the significance of Lot's wife looking back at Sodom and Gomorrah, and how does this relate to the sermon’s message about moving forward? [09:53]
2. How does the sermon describe the "mind of Christ," and what actions are associated with it? [12:23]
3. What examples from the sermon illustrate the concept of "rare faith" at the foot of the cross? [24:08]
4. How does the sermon suggest we can tap into the anointing of past spiritual leaders? [12:23]

#### Interpretation Questions
1. In what ways does the story of Lot's wife serve as a warning against dwelling on past desires and distractions? How can this be applied to modern life? [09:53]
2. How does the sermon interpret the idea of living under the "mind of Christ," and what implications does this have for personal behavior and community life? [12:23]
3. What does the sermon suggest about the importance of learning from past spiritual giants, and how can this influence our spiritual growth today? [12:23]
4. How does the sermon define "rare and uncommon blessings," and what role does faith play in receiving these blessings? [24:08]

#### Application Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you were tempted to look back at past desires or distractions. How did you handle it, and what might you do differently now? [09:53]
2. The sermon emphasizes the importance of giving and serving others. What is one specific way you can serve someone in your community this week? [12:23]
3. Consider the spiritual giants in your life or history. What is one lesson you can learn from them, and how can you apply it to your current spiritual journey? [12:23]
4. The sermon talks about stepping out of comfort zones to pursue God's heart. What is one area in your life where you feel God is calling you to step out in faith? [31:12]
5. How can you create moments in your daily life that align with God's will and contribute to a lasting legacy? [14:47]
6. Identify a societal norm that you feel contradicts God's heart. How can you stand firm in your faith and address this issue in your community? [24:08]
7. What is one "worthless luxury" in your life that you can let go of to pursue a more uncommon and blessed life? [39:36]

Devotional

Day 1: Embrace Your Divine Calling
Understanding our identity in Christ is essential to living a life that is rare and uncommon. Each person is uniquely anointed and gifted for this specific time, and embracing this identity requires letting go of past desires and distractions. Just as Lot's wife looked back at Sodom and Gomorrah, we must resist the temptation to dwell on what is behind us and instead press forward into the calling God has for us. Our lives are not our own; they belong to God, and we are called to live under the mind of Christ, characterized by giving and serving others. Embracing your unique anointing means recognizing that your life is not your own but belongs to God. [09:53]

"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." (Ephesians 2:10, ESV)

Reflection: What past desires or distractions are you holding onto that prevent you from fully embracing your God-given destiny? How can you begin to let go of these today?


Day 2: Learn from the Wisdom of the Past
The anointing of past spiritual giants like Paul and the apostles remains on this earth, and we can tap into it by respecting and learning from those who came before us. This requires humility and a willingness to learn from the wisdom of previous generations. By doing so, we can create lasting change and build a legacy that impacts future generations. Learning from the greats means acknowledging that we stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before us and that their wisdom can guide us in our journey. [12:23]

"Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith." (Hebrews 13:7, ESV)

Reflection: Who is a spiritual leader from the past whose life and teachings you can learn from today? What specific lesson from their life can you apply to your own spiritual journey?


Day 3: Seize Every Moment for God's Glory
Every moment is an opportunity to create a story and rewrite history in alignment with God's will. By understanding the significance of each moment, we can affect lasting change that impacts generations to come. Seizing every moment means recognizing the potential for God's work in every situation and being intentional about aligning our actions with His will. Each moment is a chance to create a story that reflects God's glory and purpose. [14:47]

"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil." (Ephesians 5:15-16, ESV)

Reflection: What is one moment today where you can intentionally align your actions with God's will? How can you make the most of this opportunity to reflect His glory?


Day 4: Stand Firm in Your Faith
Reforming our lives means stepping into the rare and uncommon blessings God has for us. This requires standing firm in our faith, hating what is evil, and being willing to be different from the world, even when it means going against societal norms. Standing firm in faith means having the courage to uphold God's truth and values, even when it is uncomfortable or unpopular. It involves a commitment to living a life that is set apart for God's purposes. [24:08]

"Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain." (1 Corinthians 15:58, ESV)

Reflection: In what area of your life are you tempted to conform to societal norms rather than standing firm in your faith? How can you take a stand for God's truth today?


Day 5: Pursue God's Heart with Obedience
Chasing after God's heart and His blessings requires obedience and a willingness to step out of our comfort zones. By pursuing God's heart, we align ourselves with His perfect will and experience the fullness of His blessings in our lives. Pursuing God's heart relentlessly means being willing to do what is uncomfortable, like taking a cold shower or witnessing to others, to grow in our faith and experience God's uncommon blessings. It involves a commitment to seeking God's will above all else. [31:12]

"And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh." (Ezekiel 36:26, ESV)

Reflection: What is one area of your life where you need to step out of your comfort zone to pursue God's heart? What specific action can you take today to align yourself with His will?

Quotes

"God looks at you as a crown jewel you are a rare breed when you serve the body of Christ you are a rare breed you have an anointing on each and every one of you that is rare that is specifically given for this time see that's the thing is we all have an incredible anointing and something that God has placed in each and every one of us is each and every person has a gifting each and every person has a passion and I think we've got to start understanding again what it is that God has us destined to do." [00:04:10]

"Our lives are not our own. Okay? Did you choose whether or not you were to be born in this earth? No. So our life is God's. You have to say that. Yeah, keep saying that. Our bodies are a temple unto him. Okay? If we're saying we're going to live under the mind of Christ, well, what's the mind of Christ's desire? That we give." [00:10:36]

"No anointing ever leaves this No anointing ever leaves this earth. And, you know, I had sat back and I had just reflected on that. We've got to learn to respect the greats before us. Okay? And tap into that anointing. Say, the anointing of Jesus himself is still on this earth. The anointing of Paul. The anointing of the apostles." [00:11:33]

"Sometimes the greatest impact my dad had on my life was, yeah, he said a lot of great things, but was watching him and just being around him and taking habits and saying, okay, this is how he responds to this. This is how he acts in this thing. And this is how I watch him pray. And by just watching that, I started to understand it myself." [00:12:46]

"If we can understand the moment at hand and its significance, then we can affect lasting change that impacts generations to come, okay? Then with every moment, what does every moment do? It creates a story. So every Wednesday night, we have a moment where we're praying over America. Now we're creating a story where now we can affect the election." [00:13:30]

"The greatest rewrite of history in history, it took one nail, one drop of blood, rewrote history for all mankind, and it saved all mankind by that single moment. See, we've got to understand, you know, when I read the Word of God, or when I'm talking to a person, I focus on just one thing, because every word they're saying, when I read a book, the Bible, something, or I'm listening to Pastor Hank or Pastor Brenda or any minister, I look at every word as if it's got its own meaning to rechange the history of the world." [00:15:09]

"Reforming is saying I'm changing the ordinary. I'm tired of what we've put up with. I'm tired of the same old, and it's time we start changing and rewriting the history, because listen, reforming is saying this has been going on for too long, okay? That's why OTH, it's so important that you're there, because we're rewriting the history. We're reforming. Reforming is changing the ordinary." [00:24:08]

"John followed Jesus to the foot of the cross, so he was a rarity because all the other disciples fled him, okay? And what happened to John? Actually, he was the only one that wasn't martyred, okay? Number two, look at the thief on the cross. The other one was cursing him, okay? All of the religiously leaders, everyone was cursing him. If thou art the son of God, you know, prove yourself basically, okay? Take yourself down from the tree and all of that." [00:25:00]

"Notice it says, see how I hate those who hate you, God. Ah, so if we're putting things from our past away, we should be hating what is of evil. Okay. Okay. Notice how the thief had to correct the other thief. Why? Because he was cursing Jesus. Okay. We've got to start standing up for God's heart. You know, pastor says that all the time." [00:28:27]

"Why can't we stand up for the heart of God and say, no, abortion is wrong. Okay. This pride month, excuse me. No, it's wrong. What you're doing to our kids is wrong. Jesus said, don't touch the children. Don't harm them. Okay. We need to also stop coming against those in authority. Those who have an anointing. Those who have an anointing. Those who have an anointing. Those who have an anointing." [00:28:50]

"Too many people are sitting there saying, oh, the blessing come after me. Why aren't we chasing it? When you're passionate about something, you talk about it. When you're passionate about something, you chase after it. You don't let someone else steal your joy or your blessing. Start running after your blessing, okay? Start." [00:40:57]

"If you chase the heart of God, you will know the heart of God. And when you know the heart of God, you know his desire for your life. And when you know his desire for your life, you will have his blessing. And therefore, when you have his blessing, you have his perfect will in your life. Amen. Start chasing after it. Instead of like my brother, the worthless luxuries." [00:41:41]

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