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Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 2:54am On May 24, 2020
*CAC LIVING WATER DEVOTIONAL*

*Saturday, May 23, 2020*

*GOD'S KINDNESS*

*Read Titus 3:3-8*

*MEMORISE*
*Then the king said, “Is there not still someone of the house of Saul, to whom, I may show the kindness of God?“ (2 Samuel 9:3)*

*EXPOSITION*
Kindness is more than just loving people. It is loving people more than they deserve, that is, ’going the extra mile'. It is grace put into action. Titus 3:3-6 describes God's kindness to man. Verse 3 describes man as foolish, disobedient, serving various lusts and pleasures. . . hateful and hating one another. *But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, its not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit* (verse 4-5). God's kindness therefore refers to God’s goodness in action. It is God's goodness expressed in deeds of kindness towards man. It is God's goodness prompted in
grace and tenderness and compassion.
The kindness that King David showed to Mephibosheth, and the events revealed in the story of 2 Samuel 9, are a type, or picture of God's kindness, or God’s "goodness in action" towards mankind. Most kings in David's days tried to wipe out the
families of their rivals or predecessors, most especially, those they don't like, because they've done them some bad things, in order to prevent any descendants of such from seeking the throne. But David showed kindness to
Mephibosheth, a descendant of King Saul, his arch-rival, who sought his life till his (Saul's) death.
Man's disobedience and sin did not hinder the flow of God's goodness (Neh. 9:17; Rom. 5:cool. Paul in Titus 3:3-8, summarised what Christ does for us when He saved us. We moved from a life full of sin to one where we are led by God's Spirit. All our sins are washed away. We gain eternal life with all its treasures. All these are through God's kindness. He therefore admonished those that believe in God to be careful to maintain good works.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, grant me the grace to show Your kindness to people around me.
2. Father, give me the spirit of humility to forgive those who do me evil, even as You forgive me my sins.
3. Lord, give our leaders, spiritual and political, the heart of humility to show Your kindness to those under them.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Kings 11 &1 Corinthians 14*
Politics / Re: Zainab Ahmed: Nigeria Is Heading Towards Recession by Funjosh(m): 12:54am On May 24, 2020
enemyofprogress:
Heading towards abi we don already enter am? Shiooooor.



Dominique biko do quick for school make we leaf their country for them o, make ajepako, vickyrotex, mynd44, Ishilove,funjosh, seunmohmoh, funkebabe,lalasticlala and class prefect seun continue to enjoy their next level


Iyangbali you nova change.
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:56am On May 22, 2020
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*Friday, May 22, 2020*

*International Day for Biological Diversity*

*JOSEPH'S JUNGLES OF LIFE*

*Read Genesis 41:25-43*

*MEMORISE*
*And Pharaoh said to Joseph, "See, I have set you overall the land of Egypt" (Genesis 41:41)*

*EXPOSITION*
Joseph the dreamer is a popular figure in the Bible, for his unprecedented exploits. As an astute administrator, proficient manager and resourceful Chieftain of Egypt, you would want to doff your cap for him. However, you should not be oblivions of his thorny long walk/work to the top.
*PIT*(Gen. 37:19-24). He was thrown into a pit, or a well without water, to be precise. God never allowed Joseph to die in that pit’ What makes you think you will not survive your own pit experience? (cf. Job 19:25-28) You will, so that the victory now would empower you for the next one.
*POTIPHAR'S PLACE* (Gen. 39:5-9). Having been sold out, Joseph found himself at the Potiphar's, Pharaoh's top official. He served with integrity and dignity, there. Yet, his long walk continued.
*PRISON* (Gen.39:20-23). Next after Potiphar's place was the prison experience. How? Serving with integrity didn't make imprisonment avoidable. Unbelievable? Don't worry when your good deeds and intentions are misconstrued, even getting you in trouble (1 Pet. 3:14). When you are in prison on God's course, God is also in prison. You know what that means? Ask Paul and Silas how He shook the prison on their behalf (Acts 16:16ff).
*PALACE* (Gen.41:13-15). Eventually, the long and tortuous walk to the top ended. Yours will not be an exemption. Just keep walking and working in integrity of your heart. You will soon be invited to the palace of your life.
*PRIME MINISTER* (Gen. 41:37-44). Yesterday slave boy, a prisoner; an alien in Egypt, now the prime minister (v. 44). Your serial trials and temptations will soon result in total triumph, if you faint not (cf. Rom. 8:18).

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. I receive the grace, to survive my wilderness experiences, in Jesus' name.
2. I refuse to die in the pit, varnish in Potiphar's place, or crash in prison, as You take me up to the palace You have prepared for me as the prime minister, in Jesus' name.
3. Pray that God should cause to stand back on their feet, those the devil has knocked down with their prevailing circumstances.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Kings 9 - 10 & 1 Corinthians 13*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:55am On May 22, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Thursday, May 21, 2020*

*TOPIC: ERADICATE THEM ALL*

*Read Numbers 33:51-55*
*MEMORISE: _But if you do not drive out the inhabitants of the land from before you, then it shall be that those whom you let remain shall be irritants in your eyes and thorns in your sides, and they shall harass you in the land where you dwell_ (Numbers 33:55)*

*EXPOSITION*
There is one popular saying, "We don't close the door of relationship at once, because we may need to pass through it again and again". This is not applicable in terms of total eradication or stoppage of all sorts of negative (ungodly) relationships or alliances one had during the time of ignorance *(cf. 1 Cor. 15:33)*. It is safer not to put what you will not eat close to your nose. For sure, the sheep that flock with dogs will soon taste faeces. If you move with wrong persons, the tendency is too high that your life will be exactly like theirs.

To escape from danger of being around negative or wrong people, you have to follow the biblical principle of abstinence. This is the import of Yahweh's command to the upcoming nascent Israelites' nation in Numbers 33:52: 'Then you shall drive out all the inhabitants of the land from before you, destroy all their engraved stones, destroy all their molded images, and demolish all their high places'. Our memory Scripture accounts for why God gave them this command. The people in the land of Canaan were all gentles, and dangerous. If just a few of them were allowed to stay around the children of Israel, they would harm them at last.

If you do not want to jeopardise your life in any respect, you must eradicate all negative relationships. Remember: God cannot condone any yoking together, fellowship, communion, accord, or agreement between ungodly and you *(2 Cor. 6:14-18; Jas. 4:4)*. Stop having 'fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them' *(Eph. 5:11).* Then, you will be pleasing our holy Father in heaven.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, help me to put a total stop to all forms of relationship that can put my life in jeopardy.
2. Lord, sharpen my sensitivity to know the harmful/dangerous people around me, and help me to wisely do away with them, the way You want.
3. Lord, help our young ones to carefully choose friends that would help their relationship with You in all aspects of their lives.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Kings 8 & 1 Corinthians 12*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:54am On May 22, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Wednesday, May 20, 2020 - _World Autoimmune/Autoinflammatory Arthritis Day_*

*TOPIC: DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH FOR DIVINE MIRACLE*

*Read 1 Samuel 1:12-18*
*MEMORISE: _Therefore I say to you; whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them_ (Mark 11:24)*

*EXPOSITION*
Faith is in different dimensions. There is a faith that brought us salvation through Christ Jesus - the saving faith *(Rom. 10:9).* After salvation, there is another dimension of faith we need to develop, to enjoy divine miracles. This miracle working faith may either be little or great *(Matt. 8:10,26).* What therefore differentiates a great faith from little one?
The little faith lacks confidence or trust in God. Little is undeveloped like a 3-year-old child that fails to develop and walk. It is as good as no faith at all. Christ expects His children to grow in faith and grace. In fact, your Christian maturity is tantamount to your growth in these. A Christian who refuses to grow in faith, after salvation, risks missing many spiritual blessings from God. Jesus' disciples wonder why they could not heal the demon possessed boy, and Jesus never minced words to tell them, 'Because of your unbelief' *(Matt. 17:19-20).* Furthermore, He made them realise how important it is to have the kind of faith that can wrought exploits. Even a faith, as small as mustard seed, can move mountains, according to Jesus. Why? A tiny mustard seed would grow to become a big tree. If you truly have given your life to Christ, you must continue to grow and develop in Him.

You must develop your faith in God to receive healing and diverse miracles from Him. All you need do is ask in faith, in the first place, believing that God will surely bring the miracles to manifestation, not doubting in your heart. Hannah believed in Yahweh for the fruit of the womb. After her prayer and the prophetic sanctioning by the priest, she did not go back doubting. Before the time, she refused to eat and was sad, but immediately after her prayers, 'she went her way and ate, and her face was no longer sad' *(1 Sam. 1:18)*. She conceived and was with a child, because she had her faith developed, over time, and would not doubt God's ability to do her request *(cf. Rom. 4:21).* You can't be different, so as to be opened up for miracles.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, give me a living faith, to enjoy You the more, till eternity.
2. Lord, remove from us doubting minds or double-mindedness, in Jesus' name.
3. Pray for those battling with arthritis, that God should heal them by His power.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Kings 6 - 7 & 1 Corinthians 11*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:16am On May 19, 2020
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*Tuesday, May 19, 2020*

*JONAH OR NOAH*

*Read Jonah 1:1-12*

*MEMORISE*
*And the people said to Joshua, "The Lord our God we will serve, and His voice we will obey! (Joshua 24:24)*

*EXPOSITION*
Jonah and Noah were both prophets of the most high Yahweh. The difference between the arrangements of the letters in their names is letter "J". These men of God ad many things in common, but One thing differentiates them. They were both divinely assigned On a life saving mission to men. Both were devoted Jews. Their impacts on their different generations and beyond were great. But there were differences in their responses/attitudes to God’s call.
Jonah was instructed by God to preach to, and warn Nineveh, because of their sin, so that they could turn to God for forgiveness. But he reluctantly did his assignment changing the terms of service. He did not completely cooperate with God in the execution. He even initially rejected the offer and was ready to die instead of doing the right thing.
Noah, on the other hand, was commanded to build Ark to save his world. He accepted and completely worked out his assignment according to the terms of engagement. He moved to site without hesitation. He passionately, humbly and gracefully completed his assignment. His love or the people was second to none, hence his patient with their stubbornness. He joyfully did his assignment, was happy with the result, and thankful to God for His final decision. Can these be said of you?
We have lessons to learn from Noah and the repentant Jonah's obedient response. The ass, its coh, and their owner gladly made themselves available for the Lord's use. There is urgency in the assignment in your hand. Don't reserve our best for tomorrow; use it now! No great team reserves their best when they have crucial task at hand. Whatever is your God-given assignment, small or big, go for it with your best. Be among the few who will trust God's Word and do it passionately. God help you!

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, help me never to fail in all that You commit into my hands.
2. As You helped the hearers of Jonah to accept the message and repent, give ears to those that will henceforth hear Your Word from me, to act according to Your will.
3. Pray against the spirit of reluctance or hesitation in doing God’s work among Christians and churches in the land.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Kings 4 - 5 & 1 Corinthians 10*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 4:05am On May 17, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Sunday, May 17, 2020*

*TOPIC: WISDOM IN SILENCE*

*Read Numbers 14:28-29; Psalms 106:32-33*
*MEMORISE: _Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; when he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive_ (Proverbs 17:28)*

*EXPOSITION*
A great deal of insight and instruction is embedded in this verse of the scripture *(Prov. 17:28).* Much has been said about the need to be careful and thoughtful when talking to, or about others. But, in reality, there are times when it is best to just keep silent, saying NOTHING at all *(cf. Eccl. 3:7b).*

Silence is a great virtue, but sadly, it has been disregarded by many. It is the grace to be still, calm, quiet, or at peace within and without oneself. This is not a manifestation of weakness, as some people think, but a rare display of wisdom. As James 1:26 says it. The true measure of someone's level of maturity is not his ability to use his tongue, but that to withhold it. Generally, it is advisable to maintain silence, when there is nothing positive to say.

The saying is true, that if you can hold your tongue in one moment of anger, you will spare yourself many years of sorrows and regrets. Many reputable men and women have paid dearly for making impulsive utterances under the heat of provocation. Take Moses for example, his experience with the ever restless Israelites, the Psalmist recalled *(Psa. 106:32-33).* His case and other similar examples have shown that God never excuses unguarded outbursts, even if they were made under provocation.

You can pray today for wisdom to refrain your tongue, when you should, and henceforth, begin to enjoy the numerous blessings that come with this noble victual.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, give me wisdom to refrain my tongue, in order to save my life from danger of evil provocation.
2. Lord, help me to remain silent when it is needed, for me not to miss my goal in life.
3. Lord, teach our leaders what to say at the right time, so that they don't keep heating the polity, unnecessarily.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Kings 1 & 1 Corinthians 7*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:25am On May 16, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Saturday, May 16, 2020*

*TOPIC: MARRIAGE MANAGEMENT*

*Read 1 Corinthians 7:1-16*
*MEMORISE: _Let the husband render to his wife the affection due her, and likewise also the wife to her husband_ (1 Corinthians 7:3)*

*EXPOSITION*
Marriage remains a divine riddle that no mortal can unravel. Two individuals who hail from different origins, backgrounds and statuses, coming together to become one, is not the work of man, but God Himself *(Matt. 19:3).* Therefore, making your marriage to work according to the scriptural design requires conscious effort of management of the institution.

You might want to ask: Why management? Is marriage not supposed to be enjoyed rather than endured? You probably have asked the right questions, but 'managing' marriage here, does not connote living with one avoidable bitterness, pain, torture... that the union has occasioned! Those are not God's plan for your marriage. Management of marriage is nothing too far or difficult to do. It is a deliberate act of planning, coordinating, directing and controlling all activities or issues that relate to your marriage, with the help of Christ, and by His Spirit.

Any home that is unplanned for will surely fail! You must be a good planner as a stakeholder in the marital institution. The children who are direct fruits of the marriage, including the relations or adopted persons, must be well coordinated in all ramifications. Chief of all, now, the husband and wife must manage themselves, effectively. The husband must not mismanage (abuse of privileges) the wife, and the latter must be under the direction and control of the former *(Eph. 5:22).* In other words, the husband should sacrificially love the wife, while the wife should submissively love the husband. This is how God designed the marriage institution to be, for it to produce desirable result. Should yours fail to follow this, the result is better imagined than experienced! May your marriage receive correct management forthwith. Amen.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Commit the present unwanted situation in your marriage/family to God, now. Believe He will change your situation, positively.
2. Lord, help us to manage our homes effectively, by Your enablement, in Jesus' name.
3. May our churches be more committed to helping our teeming youths discover God's true will for them in marriage, career, and all other aspects of their lives, in Jesus' name.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 23 - 24 & 1 Corinthians 5 - 6*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:25am On May 16, 2020
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*Friday, May 15, 2020*

*International Day of Families*

*AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE*

*Read Joshua 24:1-27*

*MEMORISE*
*And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord (Joshua 24:15)*

*EXPOSITION*
The events that happened in Joshua's days, the malady of idolatry and godless living, was already creeping into the midst of the Israelites, Apathy towards the things of God was apparent everywhere. But in the midst of all these, Joshua made a resolute decision to stand for God. But he wasn't going to do it alone. He would encourage his whole household to do same. The paramount desire of God is that, parents serve Him together with their entire household. As He is interested in the worship of the parents, so is He in the fellowship of the children.
How wonderful would it be, if we too will make up our minds that in these last days, when spiritual lethargy, compromise and worldliness seem to have taken hold of many families, we and our households will remain steadfast in righteousness and holiness. It would not matter to us what others In the community and the church are doing.
Our standard of living would be God's Word alone, bearing in mind that it is on the basis of this Word, that each person in the family will be judged on the last day.
Be a good example to your children. Let them perceive, by your daily actions and conversations, that you are living with heaven in view. This is the easiest way to ignite passion for righteousness and godly living in them. Joshua's resolute decision is a great challenge to us. May our children not turn around to be thorns in our fleshes, in Jesus' name. Amen.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. O Lord, I resolve to be Steadfast in You, together with my family. Help us against spiritual lethargy, compromise and worldliness, in Jesus' name.
2. My Father, my Father, grant me and my family till grace to serve You to the end.
3. Pray for Christian parents who aren't bequeathing good and godly examples to their children/wards, that God should help them to change, henceforth.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 22 & 1 Corinthians 4*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:53am On May 14, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Thursday, May 14, 2020*

*TOPIC: YOUR MARRIAGE CAN BE BLISSFUL*

*Read 2 Corinthians 6:14-18*
*MEMORISE: _This is what the Lord commands concerning the daughters of Zelophehad, saying, 'Let them marry whom they think best, but they may marry only within the family of their father's tribe'_ (Numbers 36:6)*

*EXPOSITION*
There are different types of marriage, but Christian marriage is unique and different from them all. Christian marriage involves lifelong commitment between one man and one woman, ONLY, who have personally known and accepted the Lord, to live together as husband and wife, till death do them part. It is a journey of no return. In view of this, all should wisely and carefully handle Christian marriage.

According to our Memory Scripture today, one who wants to enter into marriage should critically look at two important principles: marrying to the best man or woman (according to God's standard and will) among those available to you for marriage; and marrying to the family of your Father in heaven.
1. Marrying to the best among others: Since Christian marriage gives no room for divorce or going back along the way, the only antidote for one to have a safe, lasting and blissful marriage is to get married to the best man or woman from among the myriads. How can you know His choice among the three options (Good, better, and best)? God will show you His best, if you can patiently wait on Him *(Psa. 37:5, 7).* You need the help of the Holy Spirit to sharpen your sensitivity to know His choice among those before you.
2. Marrying to the family of your Father: God is our heavenly Father. All true Christians are members of His family. Any Christian brother or sister who wants to marry should get married within the family of God, regardless of tribe, language and denomination *(Gal. 3:28).* If you get married to one of the sons or daughters of the devil, their father, the devil, will not take it easy with you *(cf. 2 Cor. 6:14-18)*. Don't put yourself into the marital tight corner that prayer may not solve on time, or the one that prayers may not solve at all.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, help our young ones to carefully choose their life partners in marriage.
2. Lord, sharpen my sensitivity to know and do away with wrong people around me, most especially, with regards to marriage.
3. Let there be revival of patience, perseverance, purity and godliness in marriage among our youths, O Lord.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 19 - 21 & 1 Corinthians 3*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 4:07am On May 13, 2020
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*Wednesday, May 13, 2020*

*DON'T BREAK IT!*

*Read Matthew 19:1-9*

*MEMORISE*
*So then, they are no longer two but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together; let not man separate (Matthew 1:9)*

*EXPOSITION*
A lot have been said to be responsible for upsurge and increase in broken marriages. Whether these factors are genuine or not, every believer in Christ Jesus knows God never intended marital institution to end up broken! Having tied the knots with God the union is expected to stay knitted, unbroken and indivisible, no matter what! However, the reverse is becoming the case, as Christian' marriages continue to witness unprecedented divorce: Saddest also to note is that, this has also become very popular and common among top flight men of the clergy!
God said He hates divorce (Mal. 2:16)! He cannot change His passionate hatred for it (Matt. 19:6). What those who have allowed their marriages to break up have forgotten is that, the Proprietor of the home institution will reject all excuses or reasons that have been capitalised upon, to bring the marriage to a halt (Mk. 10: 1-12). What you call irreconcilabilities and incompatibilities that led to the break, up ought to have been resolved during courtship! Divorce is a sheer disobedience to God's law governing marriage.
Unfortunately, some so-called men/women of God orchestrate marital divorce! This is an error on their path! Most of them are either partial or full divorcees-self-styled, ’proud’ single parents, through divorce! Why won't they break homes around them up, if allowed? External forces (third parties) do marriages no good. Resolve issues internally through godly wisdom. No marriage is perfect; the two stakeholders arebimperfect, from God's eye-glasses! Blend and mend it; don't break it, God helping you.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, my home must not break, for any reasons, in Jesus' name.
2. Lord Jesus, guide and guard my home against all instruments of irreconcilability and divorce, by Your Spirit.
3. Lord, help the believers' homes (ministers’, inclusive) that are in shreds, in Jesus' name.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 18 & 1 Corinthians 2*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 5:22am On May 12, 2020
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*Tuesday, May 12, 2020*

*International Nurses Day*

*PORTRAIT OF DEDICATED LOVE*

*Read 2 Corinthians 12:14-18*

*MEMORISE*
*And I will very gladly spend and be spent for your souls, though the more abundantly I love you, the less I am loved (2 Corinthians 12:15)*

*EXPOSITION*
Paul's spirit of dedicated love to the gospel of Christ and those he preached the gospel to, is an example for all ministers of the gospel today. He willingly gave the totality of his life to the preaching of the gospel and edification of the church. Today, we live in the age, when ministers see church planting as a business centre. In the, the days of our fathers in faith - Apostle Ayo Babalola, Prophet. Akande at Ede, etc., churches were planted solely for the sake of the gospel, without claiming ownership of them. Many ministers today plant churches as their family 'cocoa plantations', to be inherited by their wives and/or children. Missionary Paul didn't do that. He followed the example of Christ that we should also follow.
Paul's spirit of dedicated love portrays a dedicated love like that of a father to his children. It is a love that is ready to be spent to the uttermost, for the sake of their souls. A love that does not think of itself, but bestows genuine concern to those under its care. *Now for the third time I am ready to come to you. And I will not be burdensome to you, for I do not seek yours, but you. For the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children* (2 Cor. 12:14). Paul sought nothing in return for all God had used him to do for the people, but the response of their hearts, turned toward Christ. Every minister of the gospel should earnestly pursue this type of love.
Sincerely ask yourself: Why am I into the ministry-for God's glory and benefit of humanity, or for the sake of my purse? Honest answer to this defines your ministry’s motive, and will help to better you in that ministry (2 Cor.13:5ff).

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord Jesus, let the spirit of dedicated love for the Gospel fill my heart.
2. Father, the grace to willingly give the totality of our lives to the preaching of the gospel, restore in our churches, today.
3. Holy Spirit, let Your Spirit of dedicated love to the gospel as of old, return to all Christian missions in this nation, in Jesus' name.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 15-17 & 1 Corinthians 1*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 1:42am On May 11, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Monday, May 11, 2020*

*TOPIC: RESTORATION AND GLORIFICATION*

*Read Psalms 102:15-17*
*MEMORISE: _For the Lord shall build up Zion; He shall appear in His glory_ (Psalms 102:16)*

*EXPOSITION*
The Psalmist gave us a beautiful description of Mount Zion *(Psalms 48).* He recognised it as the city of God, mountain of holiness, that is, beautiful citadel on which everyone is looking forward to situate. The Bible makes it clear that Zion is the city of David, well secured and protected. Zion was a Jebusite fortress in Jerusalem, taken by David after he became king *(2 Sam. 5:6-10; 1 Chr. 11:4-9).* It usually describes the entire city of Jerusalem. In the spiritual sense, Zion describes God's eternal city, where the righteous shall shine like the sun *(Dan. 12:3).*

'When the Lord shall build up Zion, He shall appear on His glory' (KJV) is talking about God's plan to rebuild, beautify and dignify the city after it has experienced desolation from the enemies' siege. Do you know that you are the Zion the Bible is talking about here? You are 'work in progress' in God's hand. In due course, God is beautifying and dignifying you. Eyes have not seen, ears, have not heard, neither has it entered into the heart of men what God has in stock for you *(1 Cor. 2:9).* By the time God is through with you, you shall be basking in the euphoria of the new glory.

It is possible that the enemies have done you several havocs. You may be suffering from some kinds of breakdown, now. God is saying He shall build you up and you will appear in your new glory. The Lord told Zerubbabel that the glory of the latter house would be greater than the former. "Build", in this context, connotes healing, deliverance, blessing, transformation, prosperity, empowerment, etc. These and many more shall you enjoy, henceforth, as you align with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. O my God, proclaim my glorification and beautification, in Jesus' name.
2. Please Lord, lift me above all challenges of life, in Jesus' name.
3. Lord, deliver our nation from both internal and eternal aggressions, so that we won't experience war and desolation.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 14 & Romans 16*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Family / Re: Please Save The Live Of My Sister. by Funjosh(m): 3:19am On May 10, 2020
Thanks to you guys for coming out this time....... Her baby is one year old today. Am so happy smiley

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Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:12am On May 10, 2020
*CAC LIVING WATER DEVOTIONAL*

*Sunday, May 10, 2020*

*LIVING ABOVE YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES (III)*

*Read Genesis 45:1-7*

*MEMORISE*
*And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose (Romans. 8:28)*

*EXPOSITION*
Man cannot fathom God's ways, for He sits in heaven and does what He wishes for the best of humanity and unto His immediate and ultimate glory. Who can query Him? We can only understand those things He decides to reveal to us (Deut. 29:29; Psa.25:14). The Scripture says, *But our God is in heaven, He does Whatever He pleases* (Psa. 115:3). Good news at last for you. Whatever God does is for your good, if you are His child. God may decide to bring you through a situation that appears unpleasant or unpalatable, for your own good. Just trust Him (cf. Rom. 4:21). You may not understand it at the initial stage. Later, you will know it is for your good, if you learn how to see God in all situations.
Learning to see God in situations helps us a lot, to know how God relates to His own people. It also helps us to maintain our integrity, despite our bad situation. Joseph was going from one challenge to another, for almost thirteen years, not knowing the root cause of his problem. At last, he could see God in his situation He said to his brothers, with all confidence: *But now, do not therefore be grieved or angry with yourselves because you sold me here; for God sent me before you to preserve life* (Gen 45:5)
Therefore, regardless of whatever you pass through, do not blame God or any person font (cf. Jas. 1:13). God is allowing it for your good (cf. Amos 3:6). No cross, no crown. No story, no glory. No problem, no testimony. Learn to see God in all of your situations You will laugh at last.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, help me to fulfil Your purpose for my life, despite whatever I pass through in life.
2. Today, I declare that Satan will not snatch away my future, in Jesus’ name.
3. Pray for students who have resorted to being 'artlstos' because of their so called predicaments, that God should punitively restore them like He did to the proverbial prodigal son.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 12 -13 & Romans 15*
Nairaland / General / Re: Some Fascinating Images You Need To See. by Funjosh(m): 3:08am On May 10, 2020
Soknown:

Nice, I have seen this phenomenon over Gulf of Guinea before.

Do we have 2 oceans around gulf if guinea
Nairaland / General / Re: Some Fascinating Images You Need To See. by Funjosh(m): 3:05am On May 10, 2020
One of Explorers classic threads.
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 12:20am On May 09, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Saturday, May 9, 2020*

*TOPIC: LIVING ABOVE YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES (II)*

*Read Job 42:10-13*
*MEMORISE: _Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance and my God_ (Psalms 43:5)*

*EXPOSITION*
This life is full of ups and downs. There is possibility of one form of challenge or the other. People have lost jobs, loved ones, etc. There is the tendency to have terminal sicknesses. Most times, people are victims of flooding, theft, armed robbery attacks, accident, etc. All these and many more are situations that happen often in this world. How you view such circumstances when they come, in relation to God, exposes your level of faith and value. So many people are usually negative, rather than being positive. No wonder many don't get out of them triumphantly. In times of difficult challenges, you need hope, and you must believe that bitter or negative experiences are not the end of your life. You will soon get through, and glorify God, just like Job *(Job. 14:7; cf. Psa. 33:18, 22; 39:7; 130:7).*

God does not plot bad things for you. He never tempts with evil *(Jas. 1:13)*. Don't accept bad fate as if it is from the good Lord. Our good God assures, 'For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope' *(Jer. 29:11).*

From now, begin to anticipate a turnaround, because you are still alive. You remember Job? He had all things taken away from him except his faith in God by the enemy of his soul, the devil. Yet, he never lost his faith in God. He believed in the power of his Redeemer to turn things around for good. God couldn't have abandoned such a person in his plight. 'Now the Lord blessed the latter days of Job more than his beginning' *(Job 42:12)*. As God did it for Job, He will surely bless the later days of your life, more than your beginning, in Jesus' name. Amen.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. I believe, today, and claim back all good things that are missing in my life.
2. Lord, help our nation to overcome the security challenges that are bedevilling it, in Jesus' name.
3. Lord, heal all Your children who live their lives with the wound of their past bitter experiences.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 8 - 11 & Romans 14*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 4:33am On May 07, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Thursday, May 7, 2020*

*TOPIC: THE CAUSE OF CURSE*

*Read Genesis 9:18-25*
*MEMORISE: _Like a flitting sparrow, like a flying swallow, so a curse without cause shall not alight_ (Proverbs 26:2)*

*EXPOSITION*
No rationally inclined individual sees curse as a desirable thing. Curses are undoubtedly, products of Satan, sin and self. No curse has positive result. However, there is no curse without a cause! After the flood, only Noah and his family survived *(Gen. 9:1ff).* Life began afresh and everything had to start again from the scratch! Noah became a farmer; he made wine from the fruits of his farm. He drank and became drunk! Like the Bible *(Prov. 20:1a)* says, 'Wine is a mocker', Noah made mockery of himself by exposing his unclothedness (v. 18-19). His younger son, Ham, may be, due to ignorance or childishness, did not cover his father's unclothedness. This of course attracted curse on him to continually be servant of servants (v. 25).

Reuben, Jacob's first son, also became a victim of curse brought on him through incest. Racheal, Jacob's affectionate wife died prematurely due to curse her husband railed on whoever was in custody of Laban's idol! There are so copious other examples of people who fell victim of curses in the Holy Scriptures. Some curses are generational, of which, if the succeeding generation fails to address, may continue, and outlive such generation!

There are also national curses, which the country as a whole must repentantly address. If you continue to tread the path of the accursed, you are going to suffer same thing. So, you do yourself favour by aligning with Christ. Having done this, leave the accumulated curses to Him; He'll deal with them, having been made a curse for us. You must thread the path of holiness and righteousness to be free from curses. This is the greatest of all. Anyone who fails to accept Jesus Christ, is already cursed - eternally condemned! May this not become our lot.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, remove every kind of curse in my life, in Jesus' name.
2. Let the blood of Jesus erase every deposit and manifestation of curses in our lives, in Jesus' name.
3. Pray against mistakes among our youths, most especially, towards their parents, that bring curses on them.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 3 - 5 & Romans 12*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Nairaland / General / Re: Nairalanders I Will Not Forget In A Hurry. (you Might Know Some.) by Funjosh(m): 3:50am On May 06, 2020
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Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:49am On May 06, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Wednesday, May 6, 2020*

*TOPIC: PERFECT WALK*

*Read Psalms 119:1*
*MEMORISE: _Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful_ (Psalms 1:1)*

*EXPOSITION*
An adage says, "If you don't want water splashed on you, don't go near the river." It is not possible to be a child of God and still be behaving like unbelievers. Your walk largely tells whether you are on the right or wrong side *(Psa. 1:1).* You can't be a Christian and be frequent where children of the devil are - bars, shrines, or prostitute temples, etc.

God specifically told Abraham, 'I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless' *(Gen. 17:1)*. What kind of 'walk'? Abraham had the obligation to live right before God. God wanted to fulfil His eternal covenant through, and in Him, as He was raising a new nation through Him, but he (Abraham) took some steps that could bastardise the programme of God for his life. Because of God's mercy and righteousness, God had to call him to order, just as He is calling us to order, today. We are called upon to be holy *(Matt. 5:48; 1 Pet. 1:16)*. It is not possible to have a blessed life as children of God, if we aren't walking perfectly with God. Yes, it is a world of defilement and filthiness, but to enjoy the blessing, happiness, peace and protection of God, you have to walk with Him in holiness, righteousness and faith.

One of the ways we can achieve a perfect walk, as believers, in this messy world, is found in Revelation 22:14: 'Blessed are those who wash their robes. They will be permitted to enter through the gates of the city and eat the fruit from the tree of life' (NLT). "Washing of robes!" That implies being regularly washed by the Word and blood of Jesus - sanctification. Remember that sanctification is the very desire of God for everyone who desires being a God-pleasing Christian *(1 Thess. 4:1ff).* Cooperate with the Holy Spirit to help you walk right with Christ.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord Jesus, help me not to be messed up in this world of filthiness.
2. Lord, continue to purify Your church and keep it holy for Your coming.
3. Lord, make all ministers of Your gospel people of integrity in all respects.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 2 Samuel 1 - 2 & Romans 11*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:42am On May 05, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Tuesday, May 5, 2020*

*TOPIC: DIVINE ASSURANCE*

*Read Acts 18:1-11*
*MEMORISE: _For I am with you, and no one will attack you to hurt you; for I have many people in this city_ (Acts 18:10)*

*EXPOSITION*
One of the inhibitions to evangelism and soul-winning today is, the fear of being lynched or harmed in the process, by the enemy of the gospel. Even some ministers have refused to report to their places of posting, simply because they heard about the wickedness being perpetrated there. The encouragement today, is that, you are not alone. He that sent you is with you, and will go before you, making crooked ways straight, in Jesus' name.

Had the message of today come earlier, many ministers who have gone on A.W.O.L. would have thought otherwise. Let us pick some lessons from Paul when faced with a similar situation. When he departed Athens and came to Corinth, he had several difficulties in reaching the people, especially, the Jews, with the gospel of Jesus Christ. As a result, he decided to withdraw to the Gentiles, and many of them (Corinthians) believed and were baptised. With that success, Paul still was sore afraid of the opposition, and of being lynched. He needed more than mere personal courage; he needed God's assurance to continue to stay and preach. He definitely got God's assurance of protection.

Compare the message of Acts 18:9, 10 with Matthew 28:20. The promise of God (...lo, I am with you always) is still standing, today and forever. As a child of God and minister of the gospel, you have the divine assurance of God's backing and security. So, don't be afraid. Just make sure you are at the centre of His will. As God was with Joseph in the prison, Moses before Pharaoh, and the three Hebrews in the Nebuchadnezzar's fiery furnace, He will be with you. He won't rescind on His Word.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, continually avail me enjoyment of Your protection and divine backing as I labour unto Your glory.
2. Lord Jesus, don't allow the enemies of the gospel to prevail in our land.
3. O Lord, help Your ministers/missionaries to continue to enjoy divine backing, so as not to labour loss.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 29 - 31 & Romans 10*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 5:15am On May 04, 2020
*CAC LIVING WATER DEVOTIONAL*

*Monday, May 4, 2020*

*ENJOYING MARITAL BLISS*

*Read Matthew 19:3-10*

*MEMORISE*
*And He answered and said to them, "Have you not read that He who made them at the beginning made them male and female'?" (Matthew 19:4)*

*EXPOSITION*
Marriage is believed to be one of the most delicate things on earth. It is believed that if one gets it right in marriage, he gets every other thing right, and the chance of making heaven in the end is high. To this end, the rate at which marriages are breaking up today should be of great concern to all and sundry. It is on the increase, and Christian marriage is not in the exception. However, this is not the intention of God for this wonderful and glorious institution. God established marriage as the first institution on earth, and He purposefully did so. There is therefore the need to understand this purpose and partner with God to achieve it.
To understand the purpose of God for marriage and how to make marriage work well, there is the need to consult the Author for leading. When some people consulted Him (our great Rabbi) on whether divorce is appropriate, or not, hear the answer they got: *And He answered and said to them, "Have you not read that He who made them at the beginning 'made them male and female,' and said, 'For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh? So then, they are no longer two but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together; let not man separate"* (Matt. 19:4-6). "Have you not read" refers to the scripture. No dictionary or encyclopedia has answers for marriage. The best they can do is define it. The Bible designed it and demonstrated it. So, turn to the Scripture for solution to your marriage, to begin to enjoy marital bliss and breakthrough.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Commit any Situation in your marriage to the Lord in prayer, now.
2. Lord, bail out families finding it difficult to cope in their marriages, in Jesus’ name.
3. Lord, help Christian spouses to depend and focus more on the Holy Spirit and the Bible for proper understanding and fulfillment of their maritial responsibilities.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 26-28 & Romans 9*
Nairaland / General / Re: Nairalanders I Will Not Forget In A Hurry. (you Might Know Some.) by Funjosh(m): 11:32am On May 03, 2020
IYANGBALI

this mad man is a pain in the vein, he still active with various weird monikers he is operating.
Health / Re: COVID-19: Pregnant Woman Dies At FMC Abeokuta by Funjosh(m): 5:48am On May 03, 2020
God help us all this trying time.
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 5:39am On May 03, 2020
*CAC LIVING WATER DEVOTIONAL

Sunday, May 3, 2020*

*World Press Freedom Day*

*TALK IS CHEAP, BUT ALSO COSTLY*

*Read Ecclesiastes 5:1-7*

*MEMORISE*
*And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words (Matthew 6:7)*

*EXPOSITION*
All over the world, there is the agitation for freedom of speech, and activists from the different countries are rising against their governments wherever they feel that rights of the citizens are being violated in respect of speech. That sounds right. Isn't it? This is part of what is being advocated on the World Press Freedom Day, being marked today.
It is however worthy of note that many have gone to jail or been dragged to court for talking more than necessary. God also expects that His children enter into His house with all reverence and decorum. Many churches are experiencing chaos due to members' inability to bridle their tongues. Who are you in your group, or department in the church? We must know that multitudes of words lead to vanity. Do you have time for sermons and the Sunday school lessons in your assembly? If that is the time you take yourself two by two for discussions, then, sorry, you are missing it. God desires your total attention. So, boasters and talkative, beware! Do you make a vow without fulfilling it? While you may not be penalized for not making a vow, penalties await you when you vow or pledge but fail to redeem it.
God is more interested in what He wants to give, and make of you, than what you want to give to Him. Remember that the tongue though, a little member, can set the whole city ablaze. Avoid rash promises like Jephthah (Jdg.11:30-34). Samson also broke his Nazarite vow many times (Jdg. 14:19; 16:17-20), which led to his downfall. The law of vow is that it must be fulfilled at all cost (Matt. 5:33-37). Are you a man/woman of integrity? Do you place any worth on yourself? Beware, how you apply your tongue (Jam. 3:1ff).

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord, control my passions and emotions not to be hurting.
2. O Lord, bring our youths back to the Church, who though are in churches, but not in Christ.
3. Father rebuke and reduce anger and vendetta among our church leaders, so it doesn’t tear the church apart, any further.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 24-25 & Romans 8*
Health / Re: Coronavirus: Osun Records Another Death, Discharges 4 Patients by Funjosh(m): 6:03pm On May 02, 2020
This too shall come to pass...... Stay Safe.
Health / Re: What Combinations Can One Drink To Terminate Early Detected Pregnancy ? by Funjosh(m): 6:00pm On May 02, 2020
How old is the baby now
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 4:10am On May 02, 2020
*Saturday, May 2, 2020*

*WAITING FOR THE TIME*

*Read Psalms 27:1-14*

*MEMORISE*
*Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the Lord! (Psalms 27:14)*

*EXPOSITION*
A particular bus terminal carries the inscription, "WAIT OR WASTE!" That seemingly dreadful signal was to simply warn passengers against crossing to the other side of the road, because of the "death” that was then associated with it, that time! One of the Sterling qualities God must have seen in David, to have called him a man after His heart, was the latter's total dependence on, and trust in Him. God cherishes His children, who have the understanding of His work and timing (Eccl. 3:1ff; cf. 1 Chro. 12:32).
God works '24/7' Never let anyone think He is inactive at any given point in time. That you continue stagnantly, toiling and labouring in that particular situation doesn't mean God is oblivious of it, or is inactive (Hab. 2:3). Times and seasons, no matter how they linger, can never frustrate God's plan. (Hab. 2:2). Man may miss the times and target, but God is always timely (Eccl. 3:1).
The missing link is that, man is not there when God steps in to act! He asked Abraham to stay on His covenant. The latter stumble along the way, and that brought the avoidable Ishmael that brought avoidable crisis into Abraham's marital experience (Gen.16:11-12). Yahweh who was faithful to His covenant with Abraham, in line with His timing, brought Isaac.
Dear devout, today's dose of the Living Water is challenging you to keep waiting for the time God has ordained in His eternal programme for you, and that would never fail (cf. Num. 23:19; Psa. 27:14). If God is asking you to wait on Him for something, don't be carried away by the situation of things for now. They are just or the time being; not forever. Rest assured; He will make good His promise, in due season. Your expectation will not be cut off (Prov. 10:24b). Stay abundantly blessed as you keep on wailing.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. O Lord, enable me with Your divine power to wait for Your time.
2. Lord, deliver me from the destructive spirit of impatience.
3. O God of Heaven, assist believers experiencing delays in an aspect or the other of their lives, to wait diligently for Your never-late intervention.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 21-23 & Romans 7*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 3:53am On May 01, 2020
*Friday, May 1, 2020*

*Labour Day (Nigeria)*

*BEHOLD THE MIGHTY MEN OF DAVID*

*Read 2 Samuel 23:1-39*

*MEMORISE*
For even Christ did not please Himself: but as it is written, "The reproaches of those who reproached You fell on Me". (Romans 15:3)

*EXPOSITION*
Disloyalty, rebellion, betrayal, mistrust, and all sorts of conspiracies are rife in our world today, most especially, in work places, between employers and employees, bosses and servants. They are equally common among friends, brethren in the church, and spouses. What led to the folding up of some businesses is the backstabbing attitudes/actions of some of those employed and relied upon to be true agents and representatives (image-makers) of such organisations. Are you sure you are not the selfish type, majorly concerned with their own well being, even at the expense of others?
Many labourers do not prioritise the health and growth of what is put in their care. They are only interested in what goes into their pockets. Nations are also groaning under this sabotage tendencies. The "national cake" is almost exhausted, by the selfish disposition and activities of some selected few. They think less, if any at all, of what becomes of unborn and upcoming generations.
The Bible tells of the mighty men of David. Who were they? Men of honour, who loyally fought alongside David. Characteristically, they were reliable, dependable, committed and supportive men. David s success story wouldn't have been complete without a mention of these faithful nationalists. Some of them put their lives on the line to defend the king.
Why do we have few faithful and loyal servants, today? Are there still the likes of Eliezer of Damascus to Abraham? How trustworthy or faithful are you (1 Cor. 4:2)? No wonder many people usually fall flat, because they have no mighty men. After all, they had never been mighty men to others. Whose mighty man/woman are you?

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. I refuse to be an unreliable, irresponsible, undependable and unsupportive man or woman, in Jesus' name.
2. Lord, forgive me and deliver me from every unwholesome character that has led me to betraying and disappointing people who look up to me.
3. Lord, heal the wounds of those Christians who are emotional or psychologically broken-down because they have been betrayed or disappointed.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 19-20 & Romans 6*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 1:27am On Apr 30, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Thursday, April 30, 2020*

*TOPIC: THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE*

*Read Daniel 1:1-9*
*MEMORISE: _Inasmuch as an excellent spirit, knowledge, understanding, interpreting dreams, solving riddles, and explaining enigmas were found in this Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar, now let Daniel be called, and he will give the interpretation_ (Daniel 5:12)*

*EXPOSITION*
Excellence is a complex subject that has comprehensive meanings. It is the quality of being outstanding. It means extremely good. It is to do a common thing in an uncommon way, i.e. doing common things uncommonly well. It is doing things with distinction, meritoriously, with an aura of fineness and brilliance, and is the opposite of mediocrity. It is to put the uncommon effort into the common task, making it large by doing it in a great way. You may not be able to do big or great things, but no matter what you do, do it in a great way. This is what is called Excellence. The tone of Proverbs 22:29, for instance, connotes the desire of God for excellence among His people.

For Christians, achieving excellence starts with possessing an excellent spirit. An excellent spirit is an extraordinary spirit, an exceptional and unusual ability to do things to the best God so desires for us *(Dan. 5:12; 6:3)*. According to Numbers 14:24, excellent spirit is that spirit positively different from others who most likely celebrate mediocrity or complacency. People with excellent spirit hold to a higher moral standard of living than the people of the world *(Psa. 119:99-100).*

It is the Holy Spirit who empowers one to do what ordinary people cannot do *(Jn. 6:63; Acts 1:8-9).* With Him, it is easy for you to achieve excellence. In addition, you must strive to be filled with Him constantly *(Eph. 5:18)*. Above all, there are prerequisites to living a life of excellence, including, discovering your purpose for living, having a clearly defined vision, understanding and maximizing your potentials; being hard working and resolute, going the extra mile, making the most of every opportunity, and being willing to do things positively and differently.

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. As you gave it to Daniel, Lord, give me an excellent spirit.
2. Lord, strengthen me to take the necessary hard steps to achieve excellence in life.
3. Pray for our students in higher institutions of learning, that God should help them to pursue academic excellence with all diligence.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 17 - 18 & Romans 5*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*
Religion / Re: THE LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE. Christ Apostolic Church by Funjosh(m): 12:46am On Apr 29, 2020
*THE LIVING WATER*
*DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE*

*Wednesday, April 29, 2020 - _International Dance Day_*

*TOPIC: GLOWING FOR CHRIST*

*Read Matthew 5:14-16*
*MEMORISE: _You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden_ (Matthew 5:14)*

*EXPOSITION*
As Christians, our life should be an example to the world. As a city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden, but its light at night can be seen from miles. We should glow like lights, showing others what Christ is like. Just as the disciples of Christ were first called Christians at Antioch because the community saw that they identified themselves with the teaching and behaviour of Christ, God expects us to live such a life before others that it would lead them to glorify Him. The followers of Christ were called Christians, because they functioned as a group who separated themselves from the commonly accepted religious groups of the community, and followed Christ.

A story was told of a young minister that was being escorted through a coal mine. At the entrance of one of the dim passageways, he spied a beautiful white flower growing out of the black earth. 'How can it blossom in such purity and radiance in this dirty mine?' the preacher asked. 'Throw some coal dust on it and see for yourself,' his guide replied. When he did, he was surprised that the fine, sooty particles slid right off the snowy petals, leaving the plant just a lovely and unstained as before. Its surface was so smooth that the grit and grime could not adhere to it.

This depicts the life of a Christian. He is empowered by the Holy Spirit to live as pure a life in this sinful, corrupt, immoral, vile, evil and wicked world, just as the flower could "blossom in such purity and radiance in that dirty mine."

*PRAYER POINTS*
1. Lord Jesus, give me the grace to live a life that glows like lights showing others what Christ is like.
2. Holy Spirit, empower me to live as pure a life in this sinful world, just as that flower at the entrance of the coal mine could blossom in such a purity and radiance in that dirty mine.
3. Pray for people, most especially ladies, who are languishing under the trauma of rape and fear of reporting such in any way.

*EXTRA READING FOR TODAY: 1 Samuel 16 & Roman 4*

*Author: C.A.C WORLDWIDE*
*Remain blessed!*

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