Pslams 103 and 138 : Embracing Anointing
Mahima Mcwan
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The original usage of anointing with oil was used by shepherds. Their sheep were often bothered and made filthy by lice and insects, which could even kill the sheep if the insects made their way deep into the sheep’s skin or ears. The shepherds would therefore pour oil on the sheep’s head, making it too slippery for the insects to crawl so they would just fall off. After this, anointing became a symbol of protection, empowerment, and blessing as we know it today.
To be anointed is to be set apart, empowered, or protected
The act of “anointing” or “being anointed” is being smeared or rubbed with oil as part of a religious ceremony to make someone or something sacred.
The Greek meaning of “anoint” is made up of two words: chrio which means “to smear or rub oil”, and aleipho, which means “to anoint.”
In Hebrew, the term masah has secular connections, such as rubbing a shield with oil, smearing paint on a house, or anointing the body with oil.
Regardless of the origin definition or usage, the intent of anointing is to set apart a person, place, or thing for divine use. It is meant to empower people to accomplish God’s work, for protection, or to describe the Messiah’s(God's) deliverance.
The ultimate act of anointing is to carry out the work of God through love and empowerment.
God’s Children still use oil as a symbol for God’s anointing.
Psalm 103:1-5 The Passion Translation
Our Father’s Love
King David’s song of praise :
1 With my whole heart, with my whole life,
and with my innermost being,
I bow in wonder and love before you, the holy God!
2 Yahweh, you are my soul’s celebration.
How could I ever forget the miracles of kindness
you’ve done for me?
3 You kissed my heart with forgiveness, in spite of all I’ve done.
You’ve healed me inside and out from every disease.
4 You’ve rescued me from hell and saved my life.
You’ve crowned me with love and mercy.
5 You satisfy my every desire with good things.
You’ve supercharged my life so that I soar again
like a flying eagle in the sky!
PRAYERS
It is written in Obadiah 1:17: But upon mount Zion shall be deliverance, and there shall be holiness; and the house of Jacob shall possess their possessions.
1. Thank You Jehovah for my deliverance. I am now possessing my possessions.
2. In the name of Jesus Christ, Prosperity is mine. Divine health is mine. Peace and promotion is mine. I am protected from evil.
3. O LORD, You have saved me from the lion’s mouth. You have delivered me from the wild ox. You have freed me from the devourer’s cage. I shall stand and testify of your goodness before the congregation of your people. -Psalm 22:21-22
4. “You are the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY. Your praise and glory fills the earth. Your praise fills my life.
5. I thank you Lord, and with all the passion of my heart, I worship you in the presence of angels! Heaven’s mighty ones will hear my voice as I sing my loving praise to you. I bow down before your divine presence and bring you my deepest worship, I praise your name for your unfailing love and faithfulness; You are a promise keeper because you honour your name. At the very moment I called out to you, you answered me! You strengthened me deep within my soul and breathed fresh courage into me. -Psalm 138:1-3
6. “O Lord, you care for the lowly, and the proud cannot hide from you. “When I am surrounded by troubles, you keep me safe. You have given me power & authority over the enemy(Satan) and I am saved by your power.
7. “You will do everything you have promised; Lord, your love is eternal. You will complete the work that you have begun. In Jesus name. - Psalm 138:6-8.
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