Any time you teach something with an attitude people won’t receive, even though you may be right scripturally, you are wrong in attitude.
“…the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning” (Prov. 16:21). The gospel, the good news, is the power of God. But sometimes people take good news and turn it into bad news.
They take a scripture that actually is one of the great healing scriptures and then turn it into bad news.
As an example, think of what Jesus said to the Apostle Paul when he prayed asking to be delivered from the thorn in the flesh. Jesus said, “…My grace is sufficient for thee…” (2 Cor. 12:9).
I have heard people say, “God wouldn’t heal Paul.” But, Jesus said, “Paul, My grace is sufficient for you.”
Grace is God’s willingness. That scripture is one of the most powerful scriptures in the Bible for healing and deliverance. But first, you must understand that Paul’s thorn in the flesh wasn’t sickness. Paul calls it a messenger of Satan.
And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities (weaknesses), that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities (weaknesses), in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.
(2 Cor. 12:7-10)
The Lord was saying, “Draw from My grace, Paul.” He had to say that three times before Paul understood it. God wasn’t going to remove the thorn. It was up to Paul.
He had to act on that grace. He had to resist the devil himself. And he did. We can see from the last two verses of the book of Acts that Paul did get rid of the thorn in the flesh.
And Paul dwelt two whole years in his own hired house, and received all that came in unto him.
Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him.
(Acts 28:30,31)
The gospel is the power of God, and it’s good news. Yet some people try to make bad news out of it. I have seen some who were afraid of the prosperity message.
But it is involved in the principles of the Bible. God’s Word is full of prosperity. Prosperity is involved in salvation.
The word salvation is the Greek word sozo, which means “deliverance, preservation, healing, soundness.” I believe the idea encompassed in it is total prosperity for spirit, soul, and body.
Excerpt permission granted by Harrison House Publishers
Charles Capps is a retired farmer, land developer, and Bible teacher who has traveled extensively throughout the United States and several foreign countries sharing the truths of God's Word. He has taught Bible seminars for over 35 years, emphasizing the authority of the believer, faith and the power of words.
Charles and Peggy both have their roots in the rich farmland of Lonoke County, Arkansas. Having been raised by parents who were farmers, Charles began farming cotton, soybeans, and rice immediately after graduating from high school and marrying in 1951.
Peggy, being 3 1/2 months older than Charles had to sign as the adult on his behalf when he wanted to begin flying lessons at the age of 17. They joined an organization known as the Flying Farmers and gained experience going to "fly-ins" and national meetings across the United States. Neither knew that this skill of flying would be such an asset later when Charles began teaching personal evangelism in the 1960's. He spoke on the subject of soulwinning in churches not only in the US, but flew his twin engine Piper Comanche to the Bahamas to teach students of Youth With a Mission how to share Christ with others.
After reading a book by Kenneth E. Hagin entitled, "Authority of the Believer", Charles and Peggy's life took on a new dimension of travel and ministry as Charles became known for his teaching gift and insight on the subjects of faith and confession. Invitations to minister to the Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship International (FGBMFI) began to pour in, eventually leading to the publication of his teachings in book form. "The Tongue a Creative Force" and "God's Creative Power(r) Will Work for You" became bestsellers after Buddy Harrison, Kenneth Hagin's son in law, launched his publishing company with these two classics. These two books have sold millions (the God's Creative Power(r) series has sold over 5 million copies) and are still much in demand today.
We celebrated Charles' promotion to heaven at 5:15 pm Sunday, February 23, 2014. He informed the family and close friends on Friday that he would be going home to heaven in 3 days. After having some final words with family and friends on Saturday, he went to bed, went to sleep and never awoke. (He kept saying, "I want to go in my sleep.") His wife and daughters had the privilege of being with him as he finally got that glorified body he always talked about. Charles Capps was a man of integrity, a man of his word and he got what he said. He called those things that be not as though they were.
Charles Capps broadcast called, "Concepts of Faith", continues a daily national radio broadcast and a weekly television broadcast aired over several networks, satellite, and the internet. Click on the Radio or TV link to find the broadcast in your area.
Peggy continues to reside in Arkansas. Both Charles' and Peggy's daughters, Annette and Beverly are involved in the ministry.
