Positive Minute Daily Devotional: Living with Smicha

View this email in your browser Living with Smicha July 5, 2025 "For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power." 1 Corinthians 4:20 In Jesus' day, there were two types of rabbis: the Torah rabbis, who were the teachers of the law, and the smicha rabbis, who held authority from God. Although we tend to think of our Savior as the first miracle-working teacher, there were others who preceded Him in certain aspects, such as the laying on of hands for healing. Since the goal of a rabbi was to have students who followed him and did the same things that he did, Jesus expected... Read More Give No Foothold This Week's Episode Pastor Bobby Schuller teaches on how to have victory over spiritual attacks. Learn to declare victory in Jesus’ name and walk in the Spirit, with today’s message: “Give No Foothold.” The Hour of Power Choir and Worship Team, directed by Fernando Munoz, leads the congregation in worship with “Trust in God” (Brandon Lake; Chris Brown; Mitch Wong; Steven Furtick; arr: Grant Wall; orch: Daniel Galbraith). They are accompanied by the Hour of Power Orchestra and Dr. Philip Hoch on piano.   The Hour of Power Choir, directed by Fernando Munoz, performs “Crown Him!” (Matthew Bridges; Godfrey Thring; George J. Elvey; arr: Dan Forrest). The choir is accompanied by the Hour of Power Orchestra and Dr. Philip Hoch on piano.   Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-28 Watch Now If It’s Going to Be, It’s Up to Me! When you trust in the potential God has placed within you, embrace your calling, dream boldly, and walk in faith and compassion, extraordinary things become possible. The path may be hard, but with Christ and personal responsibility, nothing is impossible. Pressure may be heavy, but it’s often how God shapes us for His purpose. We’ve created something truly special to remind you of God’s plan for your life: the If It’s Going to Be, It’s Up to Me Booklet Bundle, inspired by Dr. Robert Schuller’s uplifting message, first preached from the pulpit of the Crystal Cathedral in 1997.   For a gift of just $50 or more, you’ll receive the If It’s Going to Be, It’s Up to Me Booklet Bundle, which includes: The If It’s Going to Be, It’s Up to Me booklet, designed to help you embrace responsibility, believe in your potential, and trust God’s plan for your life. A DVD featuring Dr. Schuller delivering this motivating message, filled with practical steps to empower your journey, along with musical compilations.  An exclusive 8” x 10” art print commemorating this inspiring sermon. Limited quantities are available, so don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! You can also choose to request just the booklet—If It’s Going to Be, It’s Up to Me for a gift of just $30 or more, designed to inspire you with a powerful reminder of God’s love and purpose for your life. Order Now Bobby Schuller Podcast We are thrilled to announce the launch of "The Bobby Schuller Podcast"! Dive deep into inspiring conversations, faith-filled teachings, and transformative insights with Pastor Bobby Schuller. Tune in, subscribe, and join us on this incredible journey of faith and discovery. We can't wait to share this with you. If you'd like to receive each new podcast, text the word "podcast" to 25252, and we will text you new episodes when they are available! PARTNER WITH HOUR OF POWER Copyright © 2025 *Hour of Power* All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Hour of Power PO Box 100 Garden Grove, CA 92842 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.