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Truvelisback:
The same too happens. U can't refused the call of God. if u do, the consequence is there.

You're right. But not in the way you think it. The punishment is that you lose your position.

Haven't you seen those who claimed they have a call but know not Christ?

Yet they perform miracles

MaxInDHouse:
John 8:32

John 8:37-38 hits different today.

Truvelisback:
The call of God is not something one can escape. When the set time comes, and u refuse the call, U will be dealt with by The Lord. E.g Jonah.

What do you think of the new covenant?

siofra:
Don't mind that Seun

He will not come and focus on making nairaland a better place. See how redpillers are spreading false, harmful ideologies about women all over this forum, he will not come and censor that one. Reddit is already doing the needful and Google is filtering some toxic redpill propaganda from their search engine.



Seun which way You're just like the Nigerian government

Anyway I'm in one of those screenshots

Na you wan make money?

DoggoneDogg:
And the only woman in that thread is more interested in making money not what they are saying on her gender's behalf

Vagina people ehn

lol

MaxInDHouse:
According to the Bible book of Revelation God has called everyone {Revelations 22:17} but if anyone hears another strange voice specially calling them today they should flee from such a voice because it's the voice of demons!

This is what I have

The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let the one who hears say, “Come!” Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life.

Revelation 22:17 NIV

How's it the same with your post?

Truvelisback:
God calls whosoever He choses to use irrespective of their behaviour. Christ knew that Judas iscariot would betray him yet he chose him. He also knew that Judas iscariot was a thief yet he gave him the money bag. Christ chose Peter even though He knew Peter is unstable as waters, and He knew Peter would deny Him, yet He chose peter. God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.

I like those examples.

Thus the unqualified must deny himself, carry his cross daily and then die in Christ so as to be part of the resurrection of the saints.

Truvelisback:
Read my post again. U seem not to get it.

A man who died with Christ won't reject the call in the first place

The disciples left all they have immediately Christ called them

lol

Revive it,

I love the effects of the intro

While I don't know if you're right or wrong about your friends issue.

But to the OP, U-turn for what? To God to make money or stop suffering?

I'm sorry, this is not the proper foundation for a ministry. Well I may be wrong. But if making a U-turn is as a result of the sufferings, I pray he doesn't end up preaching of how he stopped his phone engineering biz. to answering the call and now living the dream life.

Instead of bringing people to calvary.

This is not to judge but an exposition.

Dtruthspeaker:
Truth is Also The Way, son!


It is just a mindset of 'Father, let your will be done'.

That is the essence of His Laws. His Will is expressed and declared in them, so it is now our part to "Done" and "Do" His Will, if we of course want to!

Well noted

Divoc19:
There are lots of down to earth girls out there. Their characteristics are out there

I pray I find one when it's time.

Dtruthspeaker:
Ah, son, even after all you said earlier! You are making me worried O because there is only one bad reason why it is difficult for you.

Which is that you do not truly want to Obey God AND HE KNOWS IT.


That's why Christ told us many are on the wide gate.

This is the way you are supposed to be leaving behind and of course it is easier to continue in your natural way than to proceed to an unknown territory.

Which is that you do not truly want to Obey God AND HE KNOWS IT.

Oh no o, it is just me being a truth speaker

It is just a mindset of 'Father, let your will be done'. No matter the situation.

OP you for go babalawo and not to court lol

Divoc19:
Waste of time in deed.
I didn't do any of both self because I don't like the crowd for marriage thing.
What a lucky guy he is

What?!

I want to be this lucky. I hate crowd like.

Dtruthspeaker:
You Got it son, you got it!

Then learn the rythym so that it would become very easy!

That is why people abandon the Way because it is Very Difficult at the first.

It is difficult, even for us. That's why Christ told us many are on the wide gate.

Dtruthspeaker:
Ah my sweet son, I have spoken and spoken even Twice today, that there is no escaping God's Curse Unless and Until men Truly and Rightly Transform from being sons of Satan to sons of God.

Church going is not the Same as being a Christian.

It takes A lot, and lot and lot to finally become a Christ Follower.

That is the ONLY WAY!

Absolutely!

Sir,

Trusting and obeying is the way, for there's no other way.

This!!!

Inquiryhub:
I’m not saying I’m the perfect one but I think people who don’t have relationship as strong as mine with Christ seems to have been saved in lesser situations but here I’m drowning in my own problems.

Read Mathew 13 : 3-23 when you find time. Pray that God will open your eyes as you read.

You know what, this may not be the time of too many prayers. But the time to worship in spirit and truth.

Why did you become a Christian?

For the kingdom and eternal life or for food and drinks? The kingdom is not about food and drinks, and if you have read your bible; you'll know that Christ didn't hide that. That's the function of the Spirit (Holy and Comforter).

The Spirit is not just for working not just for miracles or speaking in tongues.

My brother, this is the time to decide either you're on God side or not. That's why James the brother of Jesus said count it all joy when you face all kinds of trials.

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

James 1:2‭-‬4 NIV

Brother, if not for this trial. You won't have a rethink as to whether you're a Christian or just masquerading.

I ask again why're you a Christian?

This is the time to pray for Grace to be able to overcome so you can stand firm and not lose your position.

If truly you have the mark of Christ, you can't escape tribulations and persecution. It is the Grace to overcome you need. While praying for Grace, pray for wisdom and direction {James 1:5} so you can replan your business.

Seek help. Let people know you need help and God will raise helpers.

PS: The main goal of the devil is to hijack the kingdom of God from you. The goal is bigger than calamities, even though calamities are his weapon.

Grace and peace be multiplied to you and I.

Football team loading lol

Dtruthspeaker:
Sweet Son, it greatly feels that way. God does so many wonderful things.

Problems are solved even before they become problems or solved after they have come WITH LITTLE OR NO INPUT FROM YOU.

Only those Sons of God can truly tell you this.

I am also in business too but I do not run up and down searching for loans and dollars and demurrage.

God's Counsel is the key!

Dad,

I glorify God for his grace upon your life.

Meanwhile, I'll want you to recollect that many (of us) are babes in Christ. To be specific, the devil is on their matter 24/7 so they they'll die and wouldn't bear crop {Matthew 13}.

Your wisdom (Godly) on how you run your business successfully and how you we're able to stand firm and overcome will be bring many back on their feet and make the devil not win the battle.

Grace and peace be multiplied to you and I.

I think we should be sincere when replying.

Being a Son of God doesn't automatically mean all problems are gone.

People be like they figured everything as a child of God and all one have to do is dump the Church. No, I know for a fact that many things in the Church is not Christ like.

But it'll be better we remind our each other that we battle daily with higher powers and rulers of the dark, going about to hunt those who seek the face of Christ.

We should put on our armor instead.

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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

Ephesians 6:10‭-‬18 NIV

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OP I'll pray for you. Reflect on the quoted passage.

hupernikao:
Bro, what you wrote up there is what any serious business man face at intervals. You shouldn't start reading meaning to it. I don't see anything wrong with you at all. Please don't try to bring problem to yourself when non exist.


Even banks, that you owe are owing. And that's how businesses are. It's for the strong heart. Writing a spiritual lines on it won't be a good way.

Should you pray? Sure yes.

But, when businesses aren't working well, it means you need a better business strategy, of cause God's wisdom will guide you. But don't forget that we have unbelievers who run businesses and do very well. I am not talking about using fetish things. Strong and strategic men run businesses without faith in God, likewise they also face challenges in businesses with or without faith in God and they resolve it. That is how business world is.


What can you do.
Restrategize,
Be patient
Seek support
And be hopeful for a good change.

This is what great businesses you see today do.

Hence, start spending your time thinking on getting your business on track back than using perfumes or water or getting discouraged.

Likewise spend time to pray, trusting in God's wisdom to handle your current situation.

Do this with patience, be hopeful and your business will rise back and better, flying high with the strength of a thousand eagles.

Absolutely!

Hopefully we'll all know why we're called to calvary.

Virus99:
I think they should just exchange those Madueke's diamond plated bras with the mosquito nets...abi

#TradeByBarter

Diamond bras for real??

Lemmy123:
Omo e be like say una go reason the net o. Nna when malaria deal with me 2 weeks ago I no say this life no get part 2..


By the way, please hire me for your writings. See my signature

Lol

budaatum:
Even though their God lorded over the occupants of Eden?

Trust me. I really seriously believe you as much as you believe yourself, not.

Oh say whatever,

My God is Jehovah and your God?

budaatum:
Why? Are they my pickin? Shouldn't they get off their lazy ass and work for their own food?

Anyone who provides you with daily bread every day will be your lord and master and you will be their slave, but I guess many would rather be slaves in Eden with guaranteed daily bread than till the earth for themselves.

Anyone who provides you with daily bread every day will be your lord and master and you will be their slave, but I guess many would rather be slaves in Eden with guaranteed daily bread than till the earth for themselves.

A 'Christian' wouldn't lord it over them.

budaatum:
Well, some say, give a person bread and you've saved them from starving today. The person would of course return tomorrow to beg you for more bread.

This is true,

Let them know when you can't help. Let them know when you need help.

If one can help them stop starving their entire life, one should do.

It could be harder than just penning.

Back to the OP,

Sometimes we help people too much we don't remember/think we need their help.

Reach out to people that could help. They may not be able to help at the right time. But they will.

budaatum:
If by 'bread' you mean, sharing the Wisdom gained by learning at the feet of God with them, I completely will agree, for no one is obliged to share oil with those who can't be bothered to wisely bring their own oil.

I agree,

But I actually meant bread as in food, money or other things to put a stop to hunger.

SouthMustBeFree:
Well sometimes ago during my early Christian years, I had encounter with heaven, hell and Jesus. It all happened at the judgement throne. It is a story for another day because it was terrifying, you can't see such and not believe there is God. But then of course what I have said might not be enough evidence to prove God existence to you but it is to me.

Said that, maybe I should point to you something I believe is much a proof. The things you see, the humans, the waters, the cloud with pillars, the weather etc all points to God existence. If not, then what is the force behind them? Do you think all things we see today came to existence all by themselves?

Yes, I should tell you what I perceived lately.

Encounter is not enough. Moses and Solomon had an encounter and they messed up.

Count it all joy (as said in James 1) when you face all kinds of trails because that is the time to know whether you're in Christ or you've been masquerading.

SouthMustBeFree:
OK. I have thought about it, but I also want you to think about this.

Is it too much to trust God for money to pay bills and to feed even when he told us to put our trust in Him? Do you know how many Christians who are suffering like there is no God anywhere? To eat well is problem, no money for house rent, children are out of school, some are sick yet no money to buy drugs.

I understand that our calling is not unto wealth but unto eternal life, but aren't we going to eat before the eternal life?

I totally get you brother.

Sometimes we not to fix what God already told us to fix. A brother pointed that you invest in your sweat or something.

What Church wouldn't teach is that we've been blessed to fix things. For example I noticed a brother is hungry and I'm praying for him. Meanwhile, the prayer shoulda be simply shearing the bread I have with him.

Being a Christian doesn't stop us from having meaningful and Godly relationship. What people call connection.


You might want to redesign your business, pray for wisdom while doing this.


Yes I remember James 1.

James mentioned we should pray for wisdom. He also mentioned that we should count it all joy when we face all kinds of trials. Crazy right? Reflect on it, redesign your relationship and business, let people know you need help.

Think about it OP,

You're a Christian and not a Solomonian!

If our basis for following Christ is for material blessings, then I break it to you that you're wrong.

The message of Christ is definitely more than 2 fishes and 5 loaves.