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“Then He called His twelve disciples together and gave them power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases. He sent them to preach the kingdom of God and to heal the sick...So they departed and went through the towns, preaching the gospel and healing everywhere.” ‭‭Luke‬ ‭9:1-2, 6‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ https://bible.com/114/luk.9.1-2,6.nkjv Jesus here taught the kingdom workers the basic principle of delegation. Clearly, true delegation is based on the designation of power and authority over demons rather than the mere distribution of the principles of administration. Little wonder that king Herod was quickly awakened by the violent takeover of the city by the force from the kingdom of God. Faithful men in our contemporary times have demonstrated the same power and authority that is inherent in delegated discipleship. Unfortunately, the exigencies of life have always constitute a distraction of engagements in undesignated districts by the delegates of the kingdom of God today. Dist...

“But when Jesus heard it, He answered him, saying, “Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will be made well.”” ‭‭Luke‬ ‭8:50‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ https://www.bible.com/114/luk.8.50.nkjv The concept of asking and receiving is not that simple and straightforward, until the context of faith is clearly defined. In reality, seeker’s situation and circumstances often appear to get worse on the trail of trusting God for answer. For example, while Jairus was waiting for Jesus’ attention for his sick daughter, the sickness turned to death. Then came the challenge from the Saviour “Do not be afraid; only believe”. Everyone can understand how unfruitful faith turns to fear when the challenges of life at home, workplaces, and ministry grow worse from bad. Unfortunately, faith in a desperate change to believers’ sick conditions cannot produce the desirable wellness. “Only believe” in the Lord and His promises, even in unpleasant circumstances; and good will surely come. As long as believers can attract a...