Daily Radio Program with Charles Stanley - In Touch Ministries The Blessings of God
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Jan 30, 2026 A reflection on what we really mean by saying 'bless you' and how that term is used. A look at two Greek words for blessing and their link to the Beatitudes. Exploration of God's creative blessing in Genesis and divine favor toward Abraham. An overview of spiritual blessings in Ephesians, including election, adoption, redemption, forgiveness, and the Holy Spirit as a seal.
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Grocery Store Sneezing Moment
- Charles Stanley recounts sneezing in a grocery store and hearing someone say "bless you," which made him reflect on what blessing really means.
- The casual use of "bless you" prompted him to explore deeper biblical meanings and usages of blessing.
Blessing As Creative Power
- In Genesis, "to bless" is a creative word of power that enables creatures to fulfill God's command to multiply.
- Blessing there means divine intervention that empowers obedience and fruitfulness.
Favor Enables God's Plan Through Abraham
- God's blessing of Abraham means divine favor that intervenes to enable what Abraham could not accomplish alone.
- Blessing includes God's intention to use the chosen person to bless all nations, requiring God's active involvement.