This past Sunday, Pastor Jeff preached a foundational principle of Christianity centered around the story of the man at the pool of Bethesda.  He recounted how the man had been stuck in his destitute position for 38 years before he met Jesus.  His encounter with Jesus led to his deliverance in an instant.  What was the catalyst for his healing?  It was receiving and obeying the word of the Lord. In order to “take God at his word,” we must strive to have the mind of Christ. The scriptures remind us that this is attainable …Corinthians 2:16 “For who has understood the mind of the Lord as to instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.”  Yes, we have the mind of Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.  Are there areas in your life where you need healing… sickness, distress, negative thoughts? If you want to get well, you must change the way you think.  Then, just like this man, you can get up, pick up your mat and represent Christ in every way, every day.