How can we recognize God's works in our lives as in John 10:25? Jesus’ Clear Claim “Jesus answered, ‘I told you, and you do not believe. The works I do in My Father’s name testify on My behalf.’” (John 10:25) God Still Testifies Through Works Today • The same Father who authenticated Jesus continues to display His hand in our lives (John 5:36). • He never changes (Malachi 3:6), so His pattern of revealing Himself through deeds remains constant. Five Markers of His Handiwork 1. Alignment with Scripture – God’s works will never contradict His written Word (Psalm 119:160). 2. Accomplishment beyond human ability – Results far surpassing effort point to divine empowerment (Ephesians 3:20). 3. Fruit of the Spirit – Wherever love, joy, peace, and the other eight qualities bloom, His Spirit is active (Galatians 5:22-23). 4. Glory directed to God, not to people – True works provoke worship of the Father, not praise of mere instruments (Matthew 5:16). 5. Advancement of His kingdom purposes – Lives rescued, disciples matured, justice upheld, and mercy shown all echo His mission (Luke 4:18-19). Practical Ways to Notice His Works • Keep a daily gratitude journal; jot examples of provision, guidance, and answered prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:18). • Revisit Scripture passages and ask, “Where have I seen this truth lived out recently?” • Invite trusted believers to share observations you might miss; the Body confirms God’s activity (1 Corinthians 12:7). • Slow down for silence; God often whispers, as with Elijah (1 Kings 19:11-13). • Celebrate milestones—spiritual birthdays, breakthroughs, reconciliations—to trace His consistent faithfulness (Philippians 1:6). Guardrails Against Misreading • Test every impression by the whole counsel of Scripture (Acts 17:11). • Pray for discernment and wisdom (James 1:5). • Examine motives: self-exaltation clouds perception (Jeremiah 17:9). • Seek confirmation through godly counsel and circumstances (Proverbs 15:22). Responding Once We Recognize His Works • Believe—take Him at His Word and rest in His reliability (Hebrews 10:23). • Obey—join the work He is already doing (Ephesians 2:10). • Testify—share specific accounts of His intervention; they become fresh “signposts” to others (Psalm 40:10). Living in Expectation Because Jesus’ works “testify,” we can wake each day anticipating fresh evidence of the same Father at work—guiding, providing, transforming, and glorifying His Son through us. |
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