Living in the Blessing: Our Spiritual Inheritance

Devotional

Day 1: Living by Every Word from God

Just as our bodies require physical nourishment, our spirits need the living Word of God to thrive and overcome the challenges of life. Jesus taught that true life is sustained not by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. When you feed your spirit with God’s Word, you are strengthened, encouraged, and equipped to be an overcomer in every situation. No matter what you are facing, God’s Word is your source of victory and blessing. Open your heart today to receive spiritual nourishment, and let God’s truth shape your identity as more than a conqueror. [02:47]

Matthew 4:4 (ESV)
But he answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”

Reflection: What is one area of your life where you need to intentionally feed your spirit with God’s Word today, rather than relying on your own strength or understanding?

Day 2: The Everlasting Covenant of Blessing

God established an everlasting covenant with Abraham, promising to multiply him exceedingly and to be God to him and his descendants for all generations. This covenant was not limited to Abraham’s lifetime but was designed to extend to every generation, including yours. The blessing that made Abraham flourish—protection, provision, healing, and increase—is still available to all who walk by faith. God does not change, and His covenant remains in effect, offering you a spiritual legacy that can impact your children and generations to come. [16:45]

Genesis 17:7 (ESV)
And I will establish my covenant between me and you and your offspring after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your offspring after you.

Reflection: How can you intentionally pass on the reality of God’s covenant blessing to the next generation in your family or community?

Day 3: The Blessing Makes Rich and Adds No Sorrow

The blessing of the Lord is the true source of abundance, not human effort or toil. Scripture declares that the blessing makes a person rich and adds no sorrow with it. This means that God’s provision is not just about material wealth, but about a life marked by peace, joy, and the ability to be a blessing to others. When you honor God with your resources and trust in His covenant, you position yourself to receive increase that is free from the burdens and anxieties of self-reliance. The blessing is activated by faith and obedience, and it empowers you to overflow with generosity. [36:24]

Proverbs 10:22 (ESV)
The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.

Reflection: In what practical way can you honor God with your resources today, trusting Him as your source rather than your own efforts?

Day 4: Heirs of the Promise Through Faith in Christ

Through faith in Jesus Christ, you become a true child of Abraham and an heir to all the promises God made to him. This spiritual reality transcends background, status, or personal history—if you belong to Christ, you are Abraham’s seed and an heir according to the promise. The same blessing that rested on Abraham is now yours, including protection, provision, healing, and favor. Embrace your identity as an heir, and let this truth transform how you see yourself and what you expect from God. [29:57]

Galatians 3:29 (ESV)
And if you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s offspring, heirs according to promise.

Reflection: What would change in your daily outlook if you truly believed you are an heir to all of God’s promises in Christ?

Day 5: Honoring God Unlocks the Blessing

Abraham’s response to God’s blessing was to honor Him with the tithe, recognizing that everything he had came from God’s hand. Honoring God is not about obligation, but about gratitude and acknowledgment of His covenant faithfulness. When you put God first and give Him your best, you invite His supernatural increase and protection into your life. The act of honoring God with your resources is a declaration that you trust Him as your provider and that you are living under the everlasting covenant of blessing. [01:03:17]

Genesis 14:19-20 (ESV)
And he blessed him and said, “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Possessor of heaven and earth; and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand!” And Abram gave him a tenth of everything.

Reflection: What is one specific way you can honor God today with what He has entrusted to you, acknowledging Him as your source?

Sermon Summary

Today, we gathered to be reminded of the unshakable truth that God’s blessing and provision are not just ancient promises, but living realities for every believer in Christ. Just as physical food nourishes our bodies, the Word of God is spiritual food that strengthens our spirits, enabling us to live as overcomers—never overwhelmed, never defeated, but always rising above every trial. This is not a distant hope, but a present reality for those who are born of God, carrying the spiritual DNA of Jesus Himself. Defeat does not come from God, and as His children, we are “victories going somewhere to happen.”

We explored the story of Abraham, whom God called and blessed with an everlasting covenant—a covenant that was not just for him, but for his descendants through every generation. This blessing was not limited by age, circumstance, or the world’s economy. Abraham’s life was marked by increase, protection, healing, and abundance, and this was not by his own effort, but by the blessing of the Lord. The same blessing flowed to Isaac, Jacob, and continues to all who are of faith in Jesus Christ.

The New Testament makes it clear: those who have faith in Christ are the true children of Abraham and heirs to the same everlasting covenant. This means that every promise, every provision, every aspect of God’s blessing is available to us today. The blessing is not earned by our works, but received by faith. It is the Lord’s blessing that makes us rich—not just in material things, but in every area of life—and adds no sorrow with it.

We are called to walk in this blessing, not just for ourselves, but so that we can be a blessing to others. The purpose of abundance is not selfish gain, but to sow into God’s kingdom and meet the needs of others. Honoring God with our tithes and offerings is an act of faith and gratitude, recognizing that all we have comes from Him. As we align our beliefs with God’s Word and not with tradition or human reasoning, we step into the fullness of our inheritance as children of Abraham.

Let us daily declare: “The blessing of the Lord is upon me, the favor of God surrounds me, and something good is going to happen to me today.” This is not wishful thinking, but the reality of our covenant with God through Jesus Christ.

Key Takeaways

1. The Blessing Is Our Spiritual Inheritance God’s blessing is not a fleeting or symbolic gesture, but an everlasting covenant established with Abraham and extended to all who are in Christ. This means that every believer, regardless of background or circumstance, is a true heir to the promises of protection, provision, and increase. Our identity as children of Abraham is rooted in faith, not in works or lineage, and this spiritual inheritance is as real today as it was in Abraham’s time. [16:45]
2. Faith, Not Effort, Activates the Blessing The abundance and favor that marked Abraham’s life were not the result of his own striving, but of his faith in God’s Word. The blessing of the Lord “makes rich, and He adds no sorrow with it”—our hard work is not the source, but the channel through which God’s blessing flows. When we honor God and trust His covenant, we are freed from the anxiety of self-reliance and can rest in His supernatural provision. [36:24]
3. The Gospel Includes Provision, Healing, and Deliverance The “good news” preached to Abraham and fulfilled in Christ is not limited to spiritual salvation, but encompasses every area of life—healing, deliverance, and material provision. To preach a gospel that excludes God’s desire to bless and provide is to preach an incomplete message. God’s heart is to see His children whole, supplied, and able to bless others, reflecting His goodness to the world. [46:47]
4. Honoring God Unlocks Increase Abraham’s first response to victory and increase was to honor God with the tithe, recognizing that all he had came from the Lord. This act of honor was not a legalistic requirement, but a joyful acknowledgment of God’s faithfulness. When we put God first in our giving, we position ourselves to experience the ongoing flow of His blessing, breaking the limitations of human systems and economies. [63:17]
5. Our Confession Shapes Our Experience Declaring the truth of God’s Word over our lives is not empty repetition, but a powerful act of faith that aligns our hearts with His promises. Daily confessing, “The blessing of the Lord is upon me, the favor of God surrounds me, and something good is going to happen to me today,” shifts our perspective from lack to expectation. As we speak and believe God’s Word, we create an atmosphere for His blessing to manifest in every area of our lives. [49:07]

Youtube Chapters

[00:00] - Welcome
[01:12] - Living as Overcomers
[02:47] - Feeding Your Spirit
[10:13] - Dethroning Old Beliefs
[12:01] - God’s Will for Provision
[14:38] - Abraham’s Everlasting Covenant
[18:51] - The Blessing Multiplied
[22:51] - God’s Protection and Increase
[24:56] - The Covenant in the New Testament
[29:57] - Children of Abraham by Faith
[33:08] - The Blessing’s Benefits
[36:24] - The Blessing Makes Rich
[44:01] - The Gospel Is Good News
[46:47] - The Fullness of the Gospel
[49:07] - Confessing the Blessing
[56:56] - Abraham Honors God with the Tithe
[61:13] - Bread, Wine, and Covenant
[63:17] - Honoring God with Increase
[64:14] - Closing and Communion Preparation

Bible Study Guide

Observation Questions

In Genesis 17, what specific promises does God make to Abraham and his descendants? How does God describe the nature and duration of this covenant?
According to Galatians 3, who are considered the true children of Abraham, and how do they receive the blessing?
What does Proverbs 10:22 say about the source of true wealth and the role of hard work?
The sermon describes Abraham’s life as marked by increase, protection, healing, and abundance. What are some examples from Abraham’s story that illustrate these blessings? [[18:51]]

Interpretation Questions

The sermon says, “Defeat does not come out of God. God has never been defeated ever. So being born of God means defeat does not have a place in your life.” What does it mean for a believer to “live as an overcomer” in light of this truth? [[02:47]]
The blessing given to Abraham is called “everlasting” and is said to extend to all who are in Christ. How should this shape a Christian’s understanding of their spiritual inheritance? [[16:45]]
The sermon emphasizes that the blessing is received by faith, not by works or effort. How does this challenge common ways people try to earn God’s favor or provision? [[36:24]]
The message claims that the gospel includes not just spiritual salvation, but also provision, healing, and deliverance. How does this broader view of the gospel affect the way we understand God’s heart for his people? [[46:47]]

Application Questions

The sermon encourages us to “dethrone what you have previously thought about God’s provision in your life.” Are there old beliefs or traditions about God’s blessing or provision that you need to let go of? What are they, and how can you replace them with truth from God’s Word? [[10:13]]
The blessing is described as not just for us, but so we can be a blessing to others. In what practical ways can you use what God has given you—time, resources, encouragement—to bless someone else this week? [[19:51]]
Abraham’s first response to increase was to honor God with the tithe. How do you currently honor God with your finances or resources? Is there a step of faith or gratitude you feel prompted to take? [[01:03:17]]
The sermon says, “Declaring the truth of God’s Word over our lives is not empty repetition, but a powerful act of faith.” Do you have a daily confession or declaration of God’s promises? If not, what is one you could start saying each morning? [[49:07]]
The message challenges us to align our beliefs with God’s Word and not with tradition or human reasoning. Are there areas in your life where you tend to rely more on your own logic or past experiences than on what God says? How can you begin to shift your thinking? [[13:34]]
The sermon says, “The purpose of abundance is not selfish gain, but to sow into God’s kingdom and meet the needs of others.” How can you discern the difference between using resources for yourself and using them to further God’s purposes? [[19:51]]
The phrase, “The blessing of the Lord is upon me, the favor of God surrounds me, and something good is going to happen to me today,” is encouraged as a daily confession. How might starting your day with this mindset change your attitude or actions? [[49:07]]

Sermon Clips

As far as the provision of God is concerned, whatever you believe, what is your belief based on? Is it based on the Word? Or is it based on something else? Well, Pastor Chris, my truth might not be your truth. And I have a right to believe whatever I want. How many said they were Christians in here? If you raised your hand, do you know something? You do not have a right to believe whatever you want. Your only right is to believe what's written here in this Word. That's your only right. [00:13:23] (41 seconds)

Truth is not something that meanders here and there, you know, changes with the times, changes with the society. No, truth is the highest form of reality. Amen? Maybe I'll get on my notes here in a minute. But I can just, I sense God leading me. Truth is the highest form of reality for us. [00:14:11] (22 seconds)

Right there, God just removed any reason based on your chronological age to go forth with the vision He's placed in your heart. How old was Abraham? Anybody 99 here or older? Huh. Guess what? It's not time to retire. It's not time to draw back. It's not time to slow down. If Abraham didn't start until he was 99, guess what? There's no excuse for you. So get in, get in the game today. [00:14:55] (39 seconds)

This covenant, this blessing was not just for Abraham in his lifetime. Amen? It was for Abraham and his sons and daughters. It was for their sons and daughters in the next generation. And it was also for their sons and daughters and their sons and daughters and their sons and daughters on and on and on. One generation to the next generation to the next generation until you get in the new covenant and it expires. Is that what it says? No. God said, what kind of covenant is it? It is an everlasting covenant. [00:17:17] (45 seconds)

Is God a respecter of persons? Has he changed? Do we have an everlasting covenant? Then what God did with Abraham, he wants to do with you. I don't care if you're retired. Don't ever say, I'm on a set income. Social secure. Whatever it is, God is bigger than that. [00:18:56] (25 seconds)

Rich is not a cuss word. Rich is actually a Bible word. My Bible tells me that Jesus became poor so that what? You and I can be rich. Now understand, people just take that one statement and say, oh, he's one of those prosperity preachers. I absolutely am 100%. But it's not just so that you can have it for us four and no more. It's so that you can be a blessing, so that you can sow into the kingdom of God and be a great blessing to a lot of people. [00:20:34] (39 seconds)

If you're in a church and they do not talk about the blessing, then they are not preaching the gospel. End of story. Come on, somebody. If you're preaching the gospel that's referred to here in the book of Galatians, if you're preaching the same gospel that Abraham heard and that what Jesus was talking about, it includes covenant. It includes healing. It includes deliverance. And it includes provision. Why? Because the blessing of the Lord makes one rich. And hard work will not add anything to it. In fact, it's just the opposite. The blessing adds to your hard work. [00:46:35] (54 seconds)

Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law being made a curse for us for it's written curse is everyone that hangs on a tree why do you do that so that the blessing of who the blessing of abraham might come on the gentiles through faith in christ and that we might receive the promise of the spirit through faith so say this with me i am redeemed from the curse i now have the blessing on my life the blessing of abraham is mine. [00:54:12] (38 seconds)

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