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Declare: ‘This Is Working For Me’

Wed, 30 Sep 2020

‘Our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.’ 2 Corinthians 4:17 NIV

In a survey carried out in the USA, pollster George Barna reported that two out of three Americans call themselves ‘casual Christians’. It’s an interesting term that, in essence, means uncommitted… hit-and-miss… when I feel like it.

But here’s how Paul describes the Christian life: ‘We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us.’ (2 Corinthians 4:7 NKJV) Note the word ‘treasure’. Paul treasured what God had put within him; he protected it, rejoiced over it, and maximised it. Does that mean the Christian life will be easy or trouble free? No, Paul continues: ‘Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing… the inward man is being renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.’ (2 Corinthians 4:16–18 NKJV)

Notice that ‘our… affliction… is working for us’. God uses life’s experiences—good and bad—to enrich, sharpen, deepen and stabilise us. Here’s another important truth: what we believe and speak during difficult times determines the quality of our spiritual life and future. ‘Since we have the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, “I believed and therefore I spoke,” we also believe and therefore speak.’ (2 Corinthians 4:13 NKJV)

So instead of seeing your situation as working against you, stand up in faith today and declare: ‘This is working for me!’

You Are ‘Righteous’ In God’s Eyes

Tue, 29 Sep 2020

’Unskilled in the word of righteousness.’ Hebrews 5:13 NKJV

Paul writes, ‘Everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness… he is a babe.’ Righteousness isn’t a condition you achieve through human effort, it’s a position God places you in when you trust in Christ. From then on, God wants you to see yourself as ‘righteous’, which is how He sees you.

‘By the deeds of the law no flesh will be justified in His sight, for by the law is the knowledge of sin. But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed… to all and on all who believe.’ (Romans 3:20–22 NKJV) If you’re struggling to be righteous to get into Heaven, read this: ‘He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.’ (2 Corinthians 5:21 NKJV) In the same sense that God made Jesus ‘to be sin’, the moment you believe in Jesus, He makes you ‘to be righteous’.

Will you still sin because you live in an unregenerate body? Yes. And until you get your new body, that will always be so. Ever hear of phantom pain—a sensation stemming from a body part that’s no longer there? As believers, we have phantom pains we need to get rid of. How? By understanding the difference between our position and our condition. Our position ‘in Christ’ is what gives us confidence towards God. Here’s an important Scripture: ‘The Kingdom of God is… righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.’ (Romans 14:17 NKJV) Note the order. Because we know we’re deemed righteous in God’s eyes, we have peace, and because we have peace—we have joy.

How To Walk By Faith

Mon, 28 Sep 2020

‘Walk in the steps of the faith which our father Abraham had.’ Romans 4:12 NKJV

The Bible talks about those ‘who also walk in the steps of the faith which our father Abraham had.’ How do you walk like that?

(1) Abraham believed ‘God, who gives life to the dead and calls those things which do not exist as though they did.’ (Romans 4:17 NKJV) When God makes you a promise, He has the power to bring it to pass, even when all the evidence and surrounding circumstances run contrary to what He said.

(2) ‘Who, contrary to hope, in hope believed… [and] he became the father of many nations.’ (Romans 4:18 NKJV) When all reason for hope was gone, Abraham still hoped. Why? Because his hope was in God! If you’re feeling hopeless today, think about these words: ‘Return to the stronghold, you prisoners of hope. Even today I declare that I will restore double to you.’ (Zechariah 9:12 NKJV)

(3) ‘Who… believed… according to what was spoken, “So shall your descendants be.”’ (Romans 4:18 NKJV) Note the phrase ‘according to what was spoken.’ When God makes a promise, it contains the self-fulfilling power to bring it to pass. ‘So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please, and… prosper in the thing for which I sent it.’ (Isaiah 55:11 NKJV)

(4) ‘He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith.’ (Romans 4:20 NKJV) The word ‘waver’ tells us Abraham didn’t dither, vacillate, argue within himself, or let other people’s opinions influence him. Instead, he remained resolute and steadfast. That’s how you walk by faith!

Bunch of criminals.

Siberia01:

Explorers is showing us
computer generated pics
we all know thats not the real pictures
the Luxemburg i know is a small shit hole
with poor people... that can't afford basic amenities
education system not recognised
what's their GDP
who knows their musicians
who knows their actors and actresses

Nigeria is bad
but economically and infrastructure wise its well better than that village...
how many billionaires do they have

dangote alone can buy that hamlet

Maybe is not the same Luxemburg that I know.
Could be smaller to Nigeria in landmark & population, but definitely a better place to stay than Nigeria.

Hardgun:
God when?

when what ?

I believed him.

The Truth About Money

Sun, 27 Sep 2020

‘Do not overwork to be rich.’ Proverbs 23:4 NKJV

Having more money can give you more opportunities to do good in the world. Jesus said, ‘This Gospel of the Kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.’ (Matthew 24:14 NIV) And fulfilling that Commission will require money—lots of it. But money by itself will never make you happy or secure.

Solomon, one of the world’s richest men, writes: ‘Do not overwork to be rich; because of your own understanding, cease! Will you set your eyes on that which is not? For riches certainly make themselves wings; they fly away like an eagle towards Heaven.’ (Proverbs 23:4–5 NKJV)

When one of the world’s wealthiest men died, a reporter asked a family member, ‘How much did he leave?’ The relative replied, ‘All of it!’

No matter how much money you make, save, invest, or keep, eventually your money will leave you or you will leave your money. It’s been wisely observed that there are seven ages of man. First, a child sees the earth. Second, he wants it. Third, he hustles to get it. Fourth, he decides to be satisfied with about half of it. Fifth, he decides he’d be satisfied with less than half. Sixth, he’s now content to possess a one-by-two metre burial plot. Seventh, he gets it!

There are lots of things you can live without—and great wealth is one of them. What you can’t live without, however, is peace with God, a family filled with love, a lifelong friendship with your kids, and a life well-lived for the glory of God.

.....and how will stripping one naked solve the issue of stealing?

Impressive.

How To Fight—And Win

Sat, 26 Sep 2020

‘Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called.’ 1 Timothy 6:12 NKJV

Here are six proven Bible strategies for defeating the enemy when he comes against you.

(1) Think boldly. ‘Fight the good fight of faith… to which you were also called.’ Plan and calculate like a general preparing for battle; study how to engage and defeat your enemy the devil.

(2) Pray boldly. We are told to approach God’s throne ‘boldly’ (see Hebrews 4:16). Don’t be bashful with God. He’s your ‘Abba’, which means ‘Daddy’. And you’re His redeemed child, so approach Him with confidence and ask for what you need.

(3) Speak fearlessly. The apostle Peter writes, ‘Speak as though God Himself were speaking through you.’ (1 Peter 4:11 NLT) In other words, use a commanding, authoritative tone when you resist the forces of evil. ‘Be strong in the Lord.’ (Ephesians 6:10 KJV)

(4) Give generously. The level at which you give is the level at which you receive. ‘Give freely and become more wealthy; be stingy and lose everything. The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.’ (Proverbs 11:24–25 NLT) No offering is too small, and none too great.

(5) Work intently. The Bible says whatever you put your hand to, do it with all your heart (see Ecclesiastes 9:10). Don’t approach your tasks with dread and a desire to escape. Stir yourself up in the Holy Spirit and get the job done (see 2 Timothy 1:6).

(6) Love unconditionally. As a follower of Christ, you must endeavour to love others as He loves them—unconditionally and sacrificially.

Booking the better place in hell with Satan. Wish him good trip to hell.

PARTYNEXTDOOR:
One faction suspends him, that's hoe it starts. Mr Fayemi, transfer Window's still open.

President no go kuku reach your hand for APC.

what of if he decamp to PDP, and he was given the presidential ticket to run in 2023?

Be Resilient (2)

Fri, 25 Sep 2020

‘In all these things we are more than conquerors.’ Romans 8:37 NKJV

If you conclude that your best days are over—they are. If you think they’re ahead—they are. After losing his job with a Fortune 500 company, Leonard was fearful and depressed. Then it occurred to him that if he gave up, what would he be teaching his son? If he didn’t overcome his challenges, his son would learn to let his challenges beat him. Leonard was determined to show him that although his dad got knocked down, he could get back up. So he dug out his CV and called his friends to tell them he needed a job. Several months and many interviews later, he had four job offers, and now works for a company that values his talent.

When harvesting potatoes, Idaho farmers would sort them according to size: small, medium, and large. Yet a particular farmer who didn’t follow this practice made more money than the rest. Puzzled, a neighbour asked, ‘What’s your secret?’

‘Simple,’ he replied. ‘I load my wagon and take the roughest road to town. During the trip the small potatoes fall to the bottom, the medium ones settle in the middle, and the big potatoes rise to the top.’ The same is true of people. On the bumpy road of life, big potatoes rise to the top.

Jon Gordon says: ‘Regardless of the adversity you face, your purpose must be greater than your challenges. Instead of focusing on your problems, focus on your purpose. Instead of seeing yourself as a victim, see yourself as a hero. Heroes and victims both get knocked down, but heroes get back up, and armed with faith, they create a positive future.’

TheRealProphet:
Ashawo na virgin.

I no steal biro for school.

Buhari is the best president in the world.

There was never a case of Covid-19 in China.

as in there are no prophets at white garment churches.

Chai!

A won Oloriburuku gbogbo.

Can't we move on? Because I don't see anyone been punished after all the auditing. To me, it's like government spending close to a billion to cover the thieves again.
I can only support if government is bringing in International auditor firm, and with a promise that all the names of the culprits will be published online after investigation. Even If they are not punish, their names will be dent forever.

Bunch of thieves.

Be Resilient (1)

Thu, 24 Sep 2020

‘We may be knocked down but we are never knocked out!’ 2 Corinthians 4:9 PHPS

Like trees that bend in the wind, resilient people gain strength from adversity because they know how to do these five things:

(1) Stay connected. Solomon said, ‘Two are better than one… If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.’ (Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 NIV) When Barbara Smith’s son was killed, she started a bereavement group to unite others. ‘We’ve saved each other,’ she says.

(2) Monitor their self-talk. Watch how you ‘spin’ your situation. Catch yourself speaking negatively and reframe it in light of Scripture. God’s Word says, ‘What you say can mean life or death.’ (Proverbs 18:21 NCV) Instead of sitting around wallowing in fear and anger, and whining about how you got here, focus on what you can control—your words!

(3) Look for life’s lighter moments. Solomon said, ‘A happy heart is like good medicine but a broken spirit drains your strength.’ (Proverbs 17:22 NCV) When Donna Goldman was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, she continued to teach. ‘I let the kids play with my walking canes—as long as they don’t use them for weapons!’ she quips. And her car licence plate says, ‘Get Back Up’.

(4) Give back. God ‘comforts us… so that we can share that same comfort with others.’ (2 Corinthians 1:4 CEV) Renee Weinhouse, who survived stage IV lymphoma and runs a support group, says, ‘Nothing makes me happier than giving a patient hope.’

(5) Take care of themselves. A healthy diet and regular exercise help repair brain areas susceptible to stress. When Deborah Robinson’s husband developed Alzheimer’s disease, she realised, ‘If I was going to be good for him, I had to be good to myself.’

Oga oooo.....the man don lean under this 4 days.

This is what KSA & Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1) should have done long time ago.

I for try struggle to pay my own, but how will I know if Buhari & his guys won't go and borrow more money without my knowledge again?

So, let the debt remain abeg.

God Wants You To Succeed (4)

Wed, 23 Sep 2020

‘For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.’ Joshua 1:8 NKJV

In Scripture the word ‘success’ simply means knowing and doing God’s will for your life. It’s that simple! For Joshua, success meant entering the Promised Land, conquering it, living there, and enjoying all its blessings every day.

Listen to what God told him: ‘Only be strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go. This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and… you will have good success.’ (Joshua 1:7–8 NKJV) True success involves these three things:

(1) Becoming what God wants you to be.

(2) Doing what God wants you to do.

(3) Having what God wants you to have.

And as you achieve the goals He has set for your life, you become successful. As the renowned author Dale Carnegie once observed, ‘Success is getting what you want. Happiness is what you get.’ In their endless quest for achievement, some people become so greedy and grasping that they are never satisfied. And because they are always wanting more, they fail to enjoy what God has already given them.

Real success isn’t a destination; it’s a journey. It’s joy created by progress. It’s knowing that you’re ‘on schedule’ when it comes to God’s assignment for your life.

God Wants You To Succeed (3)

22, September 2020.

‘You made them rulers over the works of Your hands; You put everything under their feet.’ Psalm 8:6 NIV

How can you know God wants you to succeed in life? Three reasons:

(1) Because He created you. In Genesis He said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness.’ (Genesis 1:26 NKJV) The words ‘image’ and ‘likeness’ are important. Think about it: we sometimes tell a child, ‘You’re the image of your mother/father. You’re just like her/him!’ Because you are God’s supreme creation, He poured into you His mind, His power, His wisdom, and everything else you need to succeed. Once you grasp the truth of that and begin to act on it, your outlook will be transformed. You will start thinking like a ‘no-limit person’.

(2) Because you have worth. Actress Ethel Waters, who used to sing at the Billy Graham crusades, said, ‘I am somebody, ’cause God don’t make no junk!’ As the crowning achievement of God’s creation, you are the object of His attention and affection. The psalmist wrote, ‘How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered! I can’t even count them.’ (Psalm 139:17–18 NLT)

(3) Because everything God made was for you. ‘You made them rulers over the works of Your hands; You put everything under their feet.’ Does that mean God will simply drop success into your lap? No, ‘God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it.”’ (Genesis 1:28 NKJV) God has given you His authority and creative ability to succeed in whatever He calls you to do. So instead of thinking like a victim—start thinking like a victor!

Slawormir:
Damnnnnn niggarrr
Isoright

Wike the wicked

Women are attracted to men with balls and confidence

Damnnnn niggarrr, are you saying Tinubu & Oshopikin doesn't have balls?

God Wants You To Succeed (2)

Mon, 21 Sep 2020

‘I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.’ 3 John 1:2 NKJV

Jesus said, ‘What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?’ (Mark 8:36 NKJV) And to drive home His point, He told the story of a rich man who died and went to hell, while a poor man on his doorstep went to Heaven. Bottom line: nothing is more important than your salvation!

But God also has a plan for your life, and He wants you to succeed. John writes, ‘I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.’ Note the phrase ‘in all things’. That includes your health, your mental and emotional well-being, your family and relationships, your career and finances.

‘All things’ means—all things! There’s not an area of your life that God is not interested in or that He won’t get involved in when you seek Him, obey Him, and honour Him. In the Old Testament, He said, ‘Keep the words of this covenant, and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.’ (Deuteronomy 29:9 NKJV) And in the New Testament, Jesus said, ‘But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.’ (Matthew 6:33 NKJV)

Aren’t you totally invested in the success of your children? When they succeed in life, don’t you celebrate with them? Well, as His redeemed child, your heavenly Father is invested in your success and celebrates it with you. So start praying and believing Him today for success in all your endeavours.

God Wants You To Succeed (1)

Sun, 20 Sep 2020

‘All these things shall be added to you.’ Matthew 6:33 NKJV

Some people think that God’s sole purpose is to save their soul, help them become as morally upright and as spiritually mature as possible, and one day take them to Heaven to live with Him. And in a sense that’s true.

But here’s what isn’t true—that God is not interested in your job, your health, your relationships, your finances, or your dreams and goals because somehow those things are carnal, worldly, and temporal. When you think like that, you ‘spiritualise’ every promise you read in Scripture, and when you pray, you believe the only thing God wants to do is help you become more spiritual.

Let’s look into the Scriptures and see what God really says about this. The truth is, in fact, the exact opposite (see Joshua 1:8; Isaiah 48:17; 3 John 2). By maintaining that God plays no part in your achieving career success or financial security, you’re contradicting His Word. And when you do that, you’re on dangerous ground, because you’re making yourself the sole source of your success, and the Bible calls that—pride!

What Jesus taught is this: ‘Do not worry, saying, “What shall we eat?” or “What shall we drink?” or “What shall we wear?” For after all these things the Gentiles [who do not serve God] seek… For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.’ (Matthew 6:31–33 NKJV) So let’s be clear: God wants you to succeed in life for the right reasons, and He wants you to have all the things you need to do it.

Can you imagine? Ludo & slippers

Memberclub:
What about Lagos/Badagry Expressway?

bad guy......lol

haryorbarmie83:
Even 400, awọn weere

Awon asiwin........lol