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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by yam: 12:24pm On Jan 27

[quote author=sucrecandy]So, it was the early hours of a monday morning, the usual boisterous noise of people rushing to work, horns blaring here and there, i had woken up a little bit late than usual, in the mad rush, [/b]i ruled out the possibility of taking the BRT bus to save time, [b]i was still shock-stranded at abule egba bus stop thinking of how to get to the lagos island and arrive in the office not later than 8:15 fully aware that any minute i dangle after that would send a cold query flying into my email from my mean, insatiable boss.

I was still making my mental journey when this private taxi cab stopped infront of me,

First and foremost, u are a good writer.
1.the bold statement above is the main reason why u are acted that way.Lagos makes a good person seems bad.
2.if it is nt because of bold statement above u probably must ve beign composed like some of the passengers in the cab
3.you probably did nt pray before u left the house dat day.next time opportunity like dat, i use it for prayers in my mind and tots(i will probably be preparing to get to the office before ur oga.)

Lastly,Preaching is a very powerful weapon, if he was talkin abt a futbool match or political incident, u probably must ve joined in or remain composed regardless to bold statement above

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by striktlymi(m): 12:27pm On Jan 27

FXKing2012:

Again, it is not against the law to talk while driving (be it private or public), so what difference does it make that he was preaching? I bet if the driver were merely talking/discussing with the passengers, not preaching, when the incidence occured, the OP wouldnt have reacted the way she did; she'd have probably only calmly asked him to concentrate more while thanking God for sparing her life. The only reason she reacted the way she did was because the man was preaching the Word.

I understand your point sir and if I want to be biased because I am a Christian then I would have accepted them but the simple truth is that they are not correct.

I am not concerned about the intent of the OP but rather I am particular about the implications for the Christian. The Christian thing to do would have been that the driver focus on his driving at that point in time cause it is obvious that his distraction nearly proved costly for everyone.

The law frowns against a driver distracting himself while driving and that is the very reason why the driver would be guilty of man slaughter if the situation had gone "left".

I have driven on the ever busy Lagos road and I know for a fact that one needs every ounce of concentration to drive there. I still maintain that assuming a life was lost the story would have been different.

FXKing2012:
Have you taken time to observe drivers on Nigerian roads? How many actually keep quiet while driving in the company of passengers? Why dont you as well condemn all drivers for talking/discussing with passengers why driving?

Well sir, the fact that some Lagos drivers distract themselves while driving does not in any way imply that a Christian should emulate this very bad habit and you should realize that every act of distraction on the road MUST be condemned irrespective of one's religious affiliation or otherwise.

FXKing2012:
You guys are crucifying the driver only because he was preaching, not because he was talking.

This assertion is very incorrect sir. I am criticzing the driver because what he did was wrong. I can't vouch for the intentions of others but I know what motivates my criticism sir. Two things motivates me actually: (1) I am Christian and (2) Back in the day I was the cadet in chief of the Federal Road Safety Corps (Badagry Chapter) during my NYSC.

FXKing2012: If I can talk/discuss with passengers while driving, I can as well preach to them while driving. Preaching while driving doesnt make me a menace/danger on the road any more than talking/discussing does.

Sir, Like I mentioned before any form of distraction is not permitted while driving. If talking with passengers meets the definition of "distraction" then it is not allowed. The law against distracting one's self has developed so much in Lagos that it is now wrong for a driver to eat while driving (including eating snack).

FXKing2012:
Happy Sunday!

A sweet Sunday to you too sir!

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by trojanjeremy: 12:27pm On Jan 27

If the cab driver was talking about the latest political tension in town or better still the latest fashion in vogue, will you shout him down or contribute to his speech?
Well its not a crime to talk and drive. Christians have relegated so much these days that it is just a fashion to be born again and we don't tell people about Jesus. Every time is an opportunity to tell people about Jesus. The cab man now has a crown awaiting him in heaven. He has said his bit, it is yours not to allow all he said stand against you on the day of judgement! Jesus saves.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by Nwogbe: 12:33pm On Jan 27

@ Op u have been forgiven, go and sin no more.
But on a serious note why do Nigerian Christians like to over do thing huh

?? He didn't even consider d passengers on his cab. Wot if non Christians were in that cab? Is it proper to start disturbing somebody simply because he entered your cab? I don't think so. Preaching to others should be an agreement not forcefully that is why am in support of d banning of loud speakers both in churches and mosque.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by ifeness(m): 12:35pm On Jan 27

Numbers 15: 32 - 36

And while the children of Israel were in the wilderness, they found a man that gathered sticks upon the sabbath day.

And they that found him gathering sticks brought him unto Moses and Aaron, and unto all the congregation.

And they put him in ward, because it was not declared what should be done to him.

And the LORD said unto Moses, The man shall be surely put to death: all the congregation shall stone him with stones without the camp.

And all the congregation brought him without the camp, and stoned him with stones, and he died; as the LORD commanded Moses.

According to the story, the people actually stoned the poor man to death for collecting firewood on the wrong day. Fortunately, most who believe these are the words of God are no longer willing to follow his words - but some still do

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by maumau1: 12:38pm On Jan 27

to me ohhhhhh u have done nothing wrong at all. there is time for everything.he should have gotten a driver and he become d conductor so he can preach with concertration.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by fm7070: 12:39pm On Jan 27

the driver was simply doing the right thing at the wrong place
if you all die there, it's hell fire straight!

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by yam: 12:41pm On Jan 27

fm7070: the driver was simply doing the right thing at the wrong place
if you all die there, it's hell fire straight!

they will die becos of their present state not for anything else.
but the driver will not go to Hell

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by FXKing2012(m): 12:44pm On Jan 27

Truth of the matter is the OP is possessed for the following reasons:
1)She was so uncomfotable as the preaching started.
2) She started shouting at the man because the demon in her could not stand the preaching.
3) The demon in her wanted to use her to deter others from hearing the Word.

The cab driver is a true MOG for the following reasons:
1) He was ready for God's work anywhere and anytime and in the presence of anybody.
2) When the devil tried using the OP to stop him from preaching, the Spirit in him fought back by preaching even louder.
3) The devil wanted to use the accident to disrupt the preaching because the devil knew the man was preaching the truth capable of saving souls.

@OP, what you are unaware of is that probably you were supposed to die that day but the strong MOG (cab driver) saved you because you entered his cab. The devil attempted to take your life that morning but the presence of the man actually saved you.

Repent of your sins OP, ask for forgiveness, give your life to Christ and preach the Word to others.

Stay blessed!

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by ChyV(f): 12:47pm On Jan 27

FXKing2012: Dear OP,
The driver did a great thing by yielding to the call to preach in all corners of the world but the devil tried to use you to stop him - good he didnt stop.
The Bible says angels in heaven rejoice over a single soul that repents here on earth; if his preaching will help save a soul then it's worth it.

The worst case scenerio is you have an accident because he wasnt concentrating, you all die and go to heaven. Heaven is much better than this world, so you should be overly glad to go to heaven.

Remember you will someday be asked by God why you prevented the driver from doing God's work. Perhaps you even prevented a soul from being saved that day and the blood of such is on your head.

The Bible commands us to be meek and set good examples as Christians, where was your meekness on that fateful day? Ask for forgiveness and try to save souls by preaching to make up for your sin.

Mark 16:15 - And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

Cheers!

he is nt just against his preaching but bcs he is preaching at d wrong time.

Preaching n driving is nt fair bcs u will loose focuse

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by asha 80(m): 12:50pm On Jan 27

Nwogbe: @ Op u have been forgiven, go and sin no more.
But on a serious note why do Nigerian Christians like to over do thing?? He didn't even consider d passengers on his cab. Wot if non Christians were in that cab? Is it proper to start disturbing somebody simply because he entered your cab? I don't think so. Preaching to others should be an agreement not forcefully that is why am in support of d banning of loud speakers both in churches and mosque.

you dey mind them.what is coincedentally the passengers that entered the car were all muslims or buddhists?

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by FXKing2012(m): 12:52pm On Jan 27

ChyV:

he is nt just against his preaching but bcs he is preaching at d wrong time.

Preaching n driving is nt fair bcs u will loose focuse

Is driving and discussing fashion, politics or family issues fair since they dont make you lose focus?

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by yam: 12:52pm On Jan 27

FXKing2012: Truth of the matter is the OP is possessed for the following reasons:
1)She was so uncomfotable as the preaching started.
2) She started shouting at the man because the demon in her could not stand the preaching.
3) The demon in her wanted to use her to deter others from hearing the Word.

The cab driver is a true MOG for the following reasons:
1) He was ready for God's work anywhere and anytime and in the presence of anybody.
2) When the devil tried using the OP to stop him from preaching, the Spirit in him fought back by preaching even louder.
3) The devil wanted to use the accident to disrupt the preaching because the devil knew the man was preaching the truth capable of saving souls.

@OP, what you are unaware of is that probably you were supposed to die that day but the strong MOG (cab driver) saved you because you entered his cab. The devil attempted to take your life that morning but the presence of the man actually saved you.

Repent of your sins OP, ask for forgiveness, give your life to Christ and preach the Word to others.

Stay blessed!

u are very wrong.her mind was nt very settle before she enter the cab hence her action.she was just tensed wit situation around her.

If it was a fellow passenger that preached she wont do that.y cant the driver just share a Tract .

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by RedReact: 1:06pm On Jan 27

The driver's act was a good one but conveyed in a wrong way because it would cause a distraction. Going by d fact that people are busy early in the morning, he could have done it in two ways; say few words in just 3 minutes or at most, 5 minutes (even 'Dear friends, Jesus loves you and wants to have a personal relationship with you today, kindly accept Him as Lord and Saviour. Have a great day' is enough) or play an audio tape.
The rantings and the bickering that ensued between the op and the driver dented the essence of the message. The op should have just written a note to the driver, telling him of moderation next time. There must be moderation in our way of doing things as Christians, and not a 'Pharisaic' order of doing things.
Shalom!!!

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by touchmeder: 1:09pm On Jan 27

FXKing2012: Dear OP,
The driver did a great thing by yielding to the call to preach in all corners of the world but the devil tried to use you to stop him - good he didnt stop.
The Bible says angels in heaven rejoice over a single soul that repents here on earth; if his preaching will help save a soul then it's worth it.

Are you seriously having a laugh?

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by Joagbaje(m): 1:09pm On Jan 27

drnoel:
it is till he kills people while driving that u will know the driver is fulfiling nothing

Killing people? Because he preached. What about those who discus and argue foot ball or politics . It's normal abi? It's rather the preaching that's a disturbance and dangerous

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by Exponental: 1:23pm On Jan 27

Go in private n ask God 2 4give u, every other thing is irrelevant after His 4giveness.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by chidyke77(m): 1:26pm On Jan 27

The driver wl be distracted combining driving and preaching at the same time, he should hv recorded his preaching on d tape and his passengers wil be listening from it.
,@poster, ur not wrong bcus he almost got u people in trouble,i wld hv blamed you if ur just interfering wt his preaching.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by cold(m): 1:31pm On Jan 27

Here we go again. It's only in Nigeria such crass exploitation of paranoia is accepted as the norm. And they wonder why nothing works. Longgg hisssss

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by sauer(m): 1:42pm On Jan 27

who says this is right thing? Nigerians and their silly preaching mentality! Whoever needs preaching to?
If I were you, I'd just get off at the next stop after giving the driver a huge piece of my mind.
Heaven save this country! angry

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by sauer(m): 1:42pm On Jan 27

cold: Here we go again. It's only in Nigeria such crass exploitation of paranoia is accepted as the norm. And they wonder why nothing works. Longgg hisssss

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by sauer(m): 1:43pm On Jan 27

I mean, the way Nigerians just immediately tag you "a devil" when you neither go to church nor accept preaching in public. We need to watch it!

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by okpara ugo: 2:06pm On Jan 27

sucrecandy: So, it was the early hours of a monday morning, the usual boisterous noise of people rushing to work, horns blaring here and there, i had woken up a little bit late than usual, in the mad rush, i ruled out the possibility of taking the BRT bus to save time, i was still shock-stranded at abule egba bus stop thinking of how to get to the lagos island and arrive in the office not later than 8:15 fully aware that any minute i dangle after that would send a cold query flying into my email from my mean, insatiable boss.

I was still making my mental journey when this private taxi cab stopped infront of me, the driver shouting "V.I! V.I!" . I hurriedly rushed into the car muttering "thank you God" under my breath. The driver drove off immediately as the car filled up in a minute. We had barely drived into the highroad going towards oshodi when this driver went off: "Good morning brethren, you know looking at the things happening around us today, its no doubt the end is near, and the son of God would come for his people".

At first i thought he was just going to say a few words of prayer but instead he continued "you fornicators, adulterers, thieves its time you give your life to christ". He went on for another 10 minutes. Puzzled, I then looked around only to find out the other people in the car didn't find any discomfort as I did as they all felt cool and relaxed to the sermon. Don't get me wrong, I'm a believer and a practising christian, I'm no saint, but I do my bit, keep the faith and pray to God too, but to have this old man here preaching and at the same time controlling the wheels is just out of it.

As if I was sharing same thoughts with the devil, an overtaking danfo bus in top speed brushed past us, and the driver in his half-focused state took to the brakes in a very sharp thud causing the car to jerk upwards, immediately i shouted angrily to the driver to "STOP THE SILLY PREACHING" and focus on the driving. To my amazement only few of the other passengers joined me to caution the driver. He still wouldn't budge.

Our counter-attack became his fuel, he raised his tone a decibel higher, he quoted the scriptures, he screamed, he preached but I didn't let him win, I attacked him, ranted, screamed too, I made sure I made him uncomfortable and his noisy preaching met with very noisy tantrums.

It was not until he dropped me off, and i was walking into the office that this throat strangling thing called conscience got hold of me. I began to think i might have been the "Black Devil with two short horns" in the whole episode.

I'm not just gonna sit and let my conscience bully me the more that's why I decided to share it here, wat do you think? Have I done the right thing?

Honest answers please!

-Sucre

What the driver did was enough to cause an accident that would end all your lives...

Lagosians sef. Everybody dey stubborn and right in his eyes.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by Yomieluv(m): 2:12pm On Jan 27

Nigerians,and their over-sabi attitude. Why would someone drive,and preach at the same time. If its good,why the ban of cell phones when driving. The op did right,cos in the process of trying to win soul,you mustnt put people's lives in danger.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by ignis: 2:16pm On Jan 27

@Op
I will say you are right and at the same time very wrong. Do you know weather you have blocked the person who God is speaking to in the Cab from getting His message and be saved.
Next time pretend and give a deaf ear. You must not talk always.
God gave us two ears and one mouth to ear many things and say little.
Thanks

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by Immune#1(m): 2:17pm On Jan 27

FXKing2012: Truth of the matter is the OP is possessed for the following reasons:
1)She was so uncomfotable as the preaching started.
2) She started shouting at the man because the demon in her could not stand the preaching.
3) The demon in her wanted to use her to deter others from hearing the Word.

The cab driver is a true MOG for the following reasons:
1) He was ready for God's work anywhere and anytime and in the presence of anybody.
2) When the devil tried using the OP to stop him from preaching, the Spirit in him fought back by preaching even louder.
3) The devil wanted to use the accident to disrupt the preaching because the devil knew the man was preaching the truth which was capable of saving souls.

@OP, what you are unaware of is that probably you were supposed to die that day but the strong MOG (cab driver) saved you because you entered his cab. The devil attempted to take your life that morning but the presence of the man actually saved you.

Repent of your sins OP, ask for forgiveness, give your life to Christ and preach the Word to others.

Stay blessed!

Why won't things remain the way they are in this Nigeria;when people are blinded by their religious sentiments huh

?Its funny that most support the driver!!!We are talking about driving here;you need full concentration and utmost alertness.Preaching behind the wheels is PLAIN silly if you ask me.Am a christian and I beleieve in God,don't get it confused.If you wanna win souls for Christ get creative;record your preaching on a tape and urge your passengers to listen.
Its a shame that most support this,on the other hand the poster should have let go cos he/she worsened the situation and endangered others even more.

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by duality: 2:23pm On Jan 27

This same poster wouldn't find any thing wrong had the driver been lamenting about GEJ or commenting on a football match.

He prolly wouldn't see anything wrong if he was driving and same time discussing with his Girl friend.

he comes to Niraland to tell us that he is a good practicing christian. Unfortunately, his hypocrisy stinks to high heavens.

He engages in a shouting bout with the driver just to shot him up.

sorry, you were never lead by the spirit of God to do what you did if all you wrote is the truth.( i can see a lie from your story)

Go for soul searching; you may be in danger.(take this serious) If you are not a strong man, then you have to be very careful from now onward. Proud spirits are DANGEROUS .

Gracias..

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by Affiliated(m): 2:37pm On Jan 27

FXKing2012: Truth of the matter is the OP is possessed for the following reasons:
1)She was so uncomfotable as the preaching started.
2) She started shouting at the man because the demon in her could not stand the preaching.
3) The demon in her wanted to use her to deter others from hearing the Word.

The cab driver is a true MOG for the following reasons:
1) He was ready for God's work anywhere and anytime and in the presence of anybody.
2) When the devil tried using the OP to stop him from preaching, the Spirit in him fought back by preaching even louder.
3) The devil wanted to use the accident to disrupt the preaching because the devil knew the man was preaching the truth which was capable of saving souls.

@OP, what you are unaware of is that probably you were supposed to die that day but the strong MOG (cab driver) saved you because you entered his cab. The devil attempted to take your life that morning but the presence of the man actually saved you.

Repent of your sins OP, ask for forgiveness, give your life to Christ and preach the Word to others.

Stay blessed!

In what planet is this guy living huh

I pray the next time you enter a plane, at landing time, the pilot leaves the cockpit and comes to start preaching to you and it would be only you in the plane. Then when the plane crashes you can say you both were not possessed by the devil. Who wouldn't be uncomfortable when his/her life is at risk in the hands of ldiots?

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by DWJOBS.com(m): 2:47pm On Jan 27

I honestly don't think u've done anything out of place!!!!!
I don't think u are possessed or the conscience feelings from the holy spirit aleast he speaks and he's not a feeling....
I and anyone have no right to condemn U, u called him to order
The psychology of the whole thing is that the would probably put all his attention to the preaching and neglect careful driving
U weren't wrong!!!!

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Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by pato station(m): 2:50pm On Jan 27

@ OP, you are 100% correct. I cannot blame you for anything because you reproved a mad man. Some people believe that once you start shouting Jesus, Jesus, Jesus then you are right at all times. A sane and concentrating driver dived into the Lagos Lagoon a few days ago. Imagine what can happen to a distracted driver-preacher. Can one serve to masters at the same time? Can you scale/jump a bar with two legs? Can you put your hand in a plough while looking back? Can you "preach" while working on a Lathe machine? You will be certain to lose your arms and limbs. Preaching is commendable but must be done in a reasonable way. We cannot all be mad at the same time.

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by cold(m): 2:55pm On Jan 27

Affiliated:

In what planet is this guy living I pray the next time you enter a plane, at landing time, the pilot leaves the cockpit and comes to start preaching to you and it would be only you in the plane. Then when the plane crashes you can say you both were not possessed by the devil. Who wouldn't be uncomfortable when his/her life is at risk in the hands of ldiots?

The dude is seriously high on some religious concoction. The kinda comments he makes leaves one bewidered. But i guess gambling & speculating in the FOREX market is 'Holy' & accepted by the Lord. Bloody hypocrites! Mtcheew

Re: Driver Preaching On The Steering by chreld_b(m): 3:08pm On Jan 27

stine b: My brother the consciense came from the holy spirit. They devvil decided too use you as añ instrument of distraction. Thank God you got yourself back.Do not mind those people encouraging you about your deed, thesame devil is using them. Im sure if the drivers tópic of discussión were political or economy, you would have gladly contributed without taking offence.
Because it is the Gospel haters are jumping in to criticize the driver. Salvation is not for sale, it is a Free gift from our lord Jesús Christ.Haters Please Stop beefing believers. Join us

This is nothing but self righteous hypocrisy as far as I am concerned. Who are you to say who is a believer and who is not? Are you God to determine who the devil is or is not using? when you talk about believers what class of people are you referring to? Because I am aware that there are people who worship the devil. And as far as I am concerned this you hypocritical, self righteous, better and holier than everybody else attitude is UNGODLY and unbiblical. Such doctrines are instigated by Lucifer. Before you start being judgemental check your self first and bring out the log from your eye. ALL PERFECT AND MOST RIGHTEOUS STINE B.

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