Key scriptures

Genesis 1:1-5

Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. And God saw the light, that it was good; and God divided the light from the darkness.

In Reference to Genesis 1:1-5

  • As in the days of beginnings, there is a darkness that covers the earth.
  • God has released His Spirit, and it’s hovering over this darkness.
  • In the midst of this darkness, God is creating light “Let there be light”. (This light is the Church).
  • There shall be evident separation of light from darkness.

John 8:12

Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.”

In Reference to John 8:12

  • Jesus will reveal and make Himself available as the light.
  • The heavens are open for an experiential knowing of Jesus the Light.
  • For those willing and aligned, there will be supernatural preservation, encounters and directions.
  • God is giving access to life, abundantly.

Matthew 5:14-16

“You are the light of the world... Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven."

In Reference to Matthew 5:14-16

  • God is supernaturally empowering the Church (Believers).
  • God is enabling believers to be a genuine representation of Him.
  • God is releasing the anointing and Mantles to function in the spheres of Influence.
  • This year will have evident manifestations of God’s power.
  • The world will evidently groan and cry out for a Revival/Awakening.
  • Ordinary believers will be the carriers of the revival/Awakening.
  • People will encounter ordinary believers and have their lives transformed.

God's word for 2023

The Year to See, Encounter and Be The Light of The World.

Our expectations of God

Ephesians 1:15-17, James 1:5, Proverbs 2:6

1. Wisdom.

Ephesians 1:15-17, 1 Corinthians 2:9-12, Proverbs 29:18

2. Revelation.

Ephesians 1:17, Psalms 119:66, John 8:32, Hosea 4:6

3. Knowledge.

Ephesians 1:18-23, Daniel 9:2, Psalms 73:17, Ephesians 5:17

4. Understanding.

Psalm 43:3, 119:105, 32:8-9, John 16:13

5. Supernatural Direction.

John 1:4, Romans 8:11

6. Access To Jesus.

Luke 10:19, Acts 1:8

7. Supernatural Empowerment.

Isaiah 60:1-2, Ephesians 5:13, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

8. Unveilings.

Mark 16:17, Matthew 19:26, Ephesians 3:20-21

9. Miracles, Signs and Wonders.

Dominate : Culture - Way of Life.

God through the Holy Spirit desires to dominate our way of life.

  • Beliefs, Ideas, Values, Customs and Behaviors.

This is so that He empowers us to dominate the culture arounds us.

Our Responsibilities

1. Trust God.

Proverbs 3:5-6, Jeremiah 29:11, 17:7, Proverbs 29:25, Psalm 37:5, Joshua 1:9, Isaiah 26:4

2. Pray Daily.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Matthew 26:41, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, James 5:16, Colossians 4:2

3. Fast Weekly.

Luke 4:1-14, Acts 13:2, Esther 4:16, Joel 2:12-13

4. Study Scripture.

2 Timothy 2:15, 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12, Joshua 1:8, Psalms 119:105

5. Live Holy.

2 Corinthians 7:1, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Hebrews 12:14, 2 Timothy 1:9, Psalm 139:23-24, Ephesians 5:3, Romans 12:1

6. Speak Life Boldly.

Acts 4:29-31, Acts 14:3, Mark 15:43, Proverbs 28:1, Hebrews 13:6,Ephesians 6:19-20

7. Lead Diligently.

Romans 12:8, Galatians 6:9, Proverbs 21:5, James 1:12, Philippians 3:14, 2 Timothy 2:15

8. Be Generous..

Galatians 6:2, Hebrews 13:16, Luke 6:38, Proverbs 22:9, Psalms 112:5, 2 Corinthians 9:11