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bytemeister:
I don't understand y nobody sees d fact JESUS talked to 5000 people widout microphone but we always notice d food part....how d hell did he do dat??

It was a mountain side... He was sitting in the flow of the wind, at the base of the mountain. The wind made him audible with less effort.


Jesus was way smarter than we thought o.

For everyone that'd apply, may It be your season of jubilation.. . In Jesus ' Name. Amen

See how life can be?

There was a time it hurt so bad that someone removed you from their 2go chat list.


There was a time we were competing on who's star would be in higher levels..


Burn N30 to recover your password.. (mtn use me hammer sha)
... Etc


Now, most of have jobs and are married, and 2go looks crappier than ever... Still have friends that are still on it.


One day, it'd all fade, and time will sieze... Jesus would be back by then.

Happy Sunday y'all.

vooks:
Has anything changed since then?

Hahhahahahahahhazhhzzhhzhz... So, now, it's no longer about the marriage literature, it's what's changed?..


Gerara hia meeehn

keenn:
This is not peculiar to christains too.



my point is, gOod and bad befalls on everyone irrespective of faith and belief. The promise of afterlife is still speculative, no one is certain about it.

I'm certain about it... For man is a spirit, and spirits live forever... Depending on how you lived here, everlasting shame or shine as the brightness of the firmament is your choice.

vooks:
Am yet to be convinced the blog is hers
Gombs may flap gums about their denialism. Reminds me of Muslims who deny Holocaust

When Oyaks releases some marriage literature, let me know

You've started again o... Remember how you were embarrassed about the literature?

You asked same here..

https://www.nairaland.com/1957135/midas-touch-balanced-approach-biblical/62#27906078

You found an answer here...

https://www.nairaland.com/2237377/christ-embassy-church-cult/12#33273243

You even testified about it... Now, you're here, going round circles again... Why?

This does not in any way help you or the church.

Besides, if you're more anointed that Pastor Adeboye, and you know how the church of Christ ought to be like, what then have you done in that light?

Yeah... Nothing but talk and more talk.. I thought so too

dorox:
There was a time when people on this forum argued that the divorce story was a big lie designed by the enemies of pastor chris to tarnish his pristine image as a Man of God,

Omo, you can lie ehn.... Can you produce such claims on nairaland?

Folks simply said there was no divorce... Is/was there?

but now the she goes by her maiden name Ebhodaghe

I love nairalanders ehn....

(which means people are looking) those people have gone quiet about the whole divorce saga.

Quick quiz.... Was there a divorce? A Yes or no would be just fine.

Bottom line: let these folks be na...atleast, wait for a divorce.

vooks:
Gombs,
Grab the book

Why? Besides... Nothing powerful about the book. You lied to create traffic huh?..

What's with the "visit the spa" "arrange your kitchen" "visit the zoo" "read fictitious books" etc... These are supposed to get you back on your feet.

If Rev Anita wrote these, I but wonder. They were short explanation and really does not fit for the 'ordinary African' . Makes me wonder who her audience were... The world or Europe? (if you've read her books, she thinks global, haba even Rhapsody of Realities o)

Oh... It was evidently written to females... Do you not Still not see something not adding up?

Anyways... Best wishes to her and her 'book'

Possess It With Your Spirit! - Sunday, September 6th .

Pastor Chris

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1).

Faith is the response of the human spirit to the Word of God. When a man hears God's Word, he doesn't hear in words; he hears in pictures. If he couldn't walk and you preach the Word to him, the moment he believes, when you tell him to get up, he never finds it hard to respond, because you're not telling the man on the outside to get up; you're actually talking to the man on the inside.

If the man on the inside hears you and gets up, the one on the outside can't stop him. That's because the response is from the human spirit, and that's what faith is. That's why a man can lay claims to something that he hasn't seen and begins to declare that that thing is real. He's not trying to get it; he has actually possessed it in his spirit already; he's taken a hold of it in his spirit. That's the reason you can't change his mind about it, because he already knows he has it.

Though he doesn't see that thing outwardly, it doesn't make any difference to him, because he's got the evidence. And faith is the evidence: "NOW FAITH is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1). This is different from someone saying, "I claim it! I float into the heavens and possess it!" I'm talking about your spirit taking possession of what you desire.

The Amplified version of Hebrews 11:1 says: "Now faith is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being the proof of things [we] do not see and the conviction of their reality [faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses]." This lets you know that whatever you want in this world, once you can see it inside first, and take possession with your spirit, you've got it!

Practise taking possession with your spirit, for that's where God guides you from. He doesn't function in the realm of the mind or senses. The things you see with your eyes of faith, and take possession of in the realm of the spirit, will manifest physically as you speak them forth.

Confession...
By the power of God's Spirit, I apprehend my heritage in Christ! There's no failure or defeat on my path! I'm a possessor of all things, being an heir of God, and a joint-heir with Christ.

Further Study:
Ephesians 1:18
The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,

1 Timothy 4:15
Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.

Joshua 1:8
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Corinthians 5:1-6:1-2, Proverbs 18-19

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 21:10-19, 1 Samuel 25

keenn:
Am an Agnostic, a term am not really proud of. But am left with no choice because, as regards the authentencity and absolute certainty about the existence of a creator/personal God, i am not sure.

Too all that believe in God that he sure exist and He directs the affairs of men, I will so appreciate if u can tell me a Benefit/gains in believing in God.

This can be a turnaround for some of us on the fence

Here are some benefits.

Psalms 23
1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

Debeloved87:
Really, so he should wait till the wife die... Na wa o, may God help us o

Divorce was not part of the contract, if you read your bible well.... Except on grounds of infidelity.

Else, it's till death do you two apart.

All I can imagine is King David in his day, with this rifle...

It'd be a wonderful scene. I already have a Muslim friend on Facebook making a big deal out of the issue.

Reyginus:
Obadiah777 is a crazy pastor. I miss him.

Mynd44:
Obadiah was a clown.
This is more like base research for a movie script or at least a book

Obadiah777 was something else... A guy in his own league.

Mynd44... Why am I thinking like the movie or book is more like Obadiah777's school of thought?

misreal:
your mog is absolutely wrong....

Not in general... But he can't take another wife, until the other is dead.

He can take another wife IF and only if he divorced the first on grounds of infidelity...else, he's on his way to doom.

The OP reminds me of Obadiah777


I hope that's a movie, or more conveniently, a joke.

The Condition Is To Be In Christ - Saturday, September 5th .

Pastor Chris

Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new (2 Corinthians 5:17).

The above scripture is God's announcement and unveiling of the new man through the Apostle Paul. Let's analyse the verse carefully. First, it says "if any man be in Christ...," which means "anybody", irrespective of who he is, once in Christ, is a new creation. The environment of the new man is Christ. Notice it doesn't say, "He will be a new creation", or "He shall be a new creation"; rather, it says, "...he is a new creation...." This isn't a promise; it's a statement of fact.

The word "is" is a "now" verb, showing a present-hour occurrence or reality. If you're in Christ, you're a new creation NOW. You're not a reworked, renewed, or refurbished creation; you were born anew, without a past! You've been baptized into the body of Christ, by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:13). It makes no difference whether or not you feel so. This is God's picture of you; this is His declaration about you: you're a new creation in Christ.

Your human spirit, through faith in Christ Jesus, has been recreated, and you're now the righteousness of God in Him.

As a result, you can now stand boldly in God's presence without guilt, inferiority or condemnation, because you have the same life and nature with Him; you're born of His Spirit (John 3:6). 1 John 4:17 says, "...as he is, so are we in this world"; you're not going to be like Him, you're already like Him, and you're in Him, and He's in you. Together, you're one divine creation. Blessed be God!

Confession...
I'm a new creation; old things are passed away, and all things are new in me! I'm an heir of God, and joint-heir with Christ. I've been freely and gratuitously justified to have right standing with God, by His grace, which was bestowed on me in Christ Jesus. Glory to God forever more!

Further Study:
Romans 6:4
Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.

Galatians 3:27-29
For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. 29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise.

Romans 8:1
There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Corinthians 3:7-4:1-18, Proverbs 16-17

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 21:1-9, 1 Samuel 24

Know The Word For Yourself - Friday, September 4th .

Pastor Chris

Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and skillfully teaching] the Word of Truth (2 Timothy 2:15 AMP).

For you to live a joyful life, and be the full expression of the will, righteousness, and glory of God, you have to know the Word for yourself and live by it. Those who don't know the Word of God can hardly fulfil God's desire and plans for their lives. The Word of God made you (1 Peter 1:23), and except you live by the Word, you'll not be the "you" that God dreamed of, nor fulfil His destiny for you. This is why we teach the Word and encourage God's children to be students of the Word. You must know the Word for yourself.

Don't live on the basis of assumptions. Don't let people influence you with their "religious" opinion of God. Don't accept that something is from God just because it sounds good, nice or religious.

Jesus said in John 5:39, "Search the scriptures..."; Paul said in 2 Timothy 2:15, "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." The Word of God is the mind of God expressed; His will written and expressed for us. What an extraordinary advantage, that you can study the Word for yourself, understand it, and live accordingly! It's a great blessing!
The measure of your glorious and victorious life will be to the degree of your knowledge of God's Word, and how much of it you put to work. It's not about how long you've been a Christian; it's about how well you know and apply the Word.

Thank God we have the unparalleled advantage of the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, who grants us understanding of the Word! He's the Author of the Scriptures; so as you study, you can depend on Him to guide you, and grant you insight into divine mysteries and secrets.

Give the Word your attention and time. Study and put your heart in it. If you want to live a life that's beyond the ordinary, it's by the Word, through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for showing me the importance of personal study of your Word, a vital ingredient in my Christian walk. As I study and meditate on the Word today, I'm positioned to fulfil your desire and plan for my life, and my profiting is evident, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Mark 12:24
And Jesus answering said unto them, Do ye not therefore err, because ye know not the scriptures, neither the power of God?

Acts 17:11
These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Corinthians 2:5-3:1-6, Proverbs 14-15

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 20:39-47, 1 Samuel 23

Cultivate An Excellent Character · Thursday, September 3rd

Pastor Chris

Reuben, thou art my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, the excellency of dignity, and the excellency of power: Unstable as water, thou shalt not excel; because thou wentest up to thy father’s bed; then defiledst thou it: he went up to my couch (Genesis 49:3-4).

It’s possible for someone to have so much ability or be gifted with a certain skill, yet when such a skill is required, that individual isn’t chosen, because he or she doesn’t have the right character. If you’d build your mind and develop the right mental structures, sooner or later, you’ll see the manifestations in your personality. Mental structure here doesn’t mean imaginations and reasoning; rather, they’re attitudes that you’ve cultivated over time that control your actions.

For instance, someone may have a great voice but he’s unable to make good music. Not because his voice isn’t fantastic, but because he’s not trained and disciplined to make the most of his gift. We read about Reuben in our opening scripture. Reuben’s character and ability collided. He was the beginning of Jacob’s strength, the excellence of his wisdom. That means Jacob invested so much in him, but he was unstable as water; therefore, he wasn’t going to excel.

The Hebrew word for "unstable" is "Pachaz," which also means frothiness; to be unrestrained and undisciplined. Reuben was undependable as foamy water. He had the ability to be someone influential and prosperous, but his character wouldn’t let him excel.

The ability to take on more assignments because of your performance is an excellent character. That means, you’re dependable and when there’s an innovation to be actualized, you readily come to mind. But there’re those who are never thought of, to handle responsibilities, because they aren’t dependable.

Become the best of you by cultivating the right character. Inside you are hidden treasures; you came into this world with a unique personality. There’s something you possess that nobody else in the world has; hence it’s important to find your place, and be the best of that peculiar you.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the investment of your Word in me, and the training that I receive through the Spirit, which has helped me form an excellent character. I recognize and take advantage of your grace in me to do more, and attain higher heights of greatness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Psalm 119:9; BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.

daniel 6:3;
Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.

Acts 20:32
And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.

1- Year Bible Reading Plan : 2 Corinthians 1-2:1-4 Proverbs 12-13

2-Year Bible Reading Plan : Luke 20:27-38 1 Samuel 22

The Call To Leadership - Wednesday, September 2nd .

Pastor Chris

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid (Matthew 5:14).

In our previous study, we observed that exceptionalism signifies the belief that you're uniquely different. It carries the idea that you have an ideology that's superior, which bestows on you the responsibility of leadership.

For example, Nehemiah wasn't the only Jew who was outside Israel in his day. He wasn't the only one that heard about Jerusalem and its walls that were broken down. But once he was told, he was ready to do something, even though he was a slave in another land. He was compelled to take action, because of the condition of the land of his nativity. He knew he was different and had it in him to champion the cause.
Jesus said, "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid" (Matthew 5:14).

You're that city on a hill; so what? You're supposed to lead. You're supposed to show the way, because light gives direction. That's why you must do something to improve the world of your time. God has made you an oasis in a dry, weary and harsh world. The Bible says in Psalm 74:20, "...the dark places of the earth are full of the habitations of cruelty," but you're the one to turn things around.

You're the one to turn on the light of God's righteousness and see to it that His Kingdom is established in the earth, by preaching the Gospel.

This is the same reason we're passionate about ensuring that the Gospel of Christ gets to every nation of the world. The consciousness of our unique message propels us to get it across to the whole world through our various outreaches. The Lord gave us unique revelations of His Word to change the world, and we're fulfilling our calling, covering the earth with the knowledge of His Word, as the waters cover the sea.

Prayer...
Dear Lord, I thank you for separating me to yourself for your sacred use, making me a blessing to my world! I'm a solution provider, a lifter of men, a dispenser of your grace, excellence, righteousness and wisdom! Thank you for ordaining me to lead and show many the path to divine life, through the Gospel, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
1 Corinthians 9:16
For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

Romans 1:1
For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

Acts 9:15
But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel:

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Corinthians 16:1-24, Proverbs 10-11

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 20:19-26, 1 Samuel 21

OLAADEGBU:
Who cares if you held me in high regard when you do not hold the truth in high regards?

Mr i-am-not-like-other-men, thanks for the laughter. I'm so gonna love fishing outta this thread in the near future.

vooks:
I had held you in high regard until you outed yourself as another lowlife

Sadly too, I did hold him in high regard.

How the mighty has fallen, because of old wives fable to paint another man and his ministry bad, in the guise of 'saying the truth'.

Maybe to him, Jesus would have done same, as he's now.

Our Exceptionalism - Tuesday, September 1st . 

Pastor Chris

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a dedicated nation, [God’s] own purchased, special people, that you may set forth the wonderful deeds and display the virtues and perfections of Him Who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9 AMP).

There're those who don't believe that there's anything significant about them; they love generality. They even say, "Let's not behave as if we're special." They may even be Christians, and in the same church with you, and yet be asking, "Why are we acting as if we're so special?" They don't like it when we demonstrate or talk about our uniqueness.

Think about this: in Genesis 12:1, the Bible says, "Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee." This was one man who had a family, as well as relatives. But God spoke to him alone, and told him something no other person was privy to. Who was he going to tell about his instruction from the Lord? Who would believe him?

You can be sure that those in his day must have thought he was out of his mind, wondering, "How can he claim that God asked him to leave his father's land and embark on a journey without a known destination?" But history shows us Abraham was right. Glory to God! That does begin to tell us something about the Abrahamic exceptionalism, of which we're a part, because we're the seed of Abraham. What's exceptionalism?

Exceptionalism is the theory or idea that you're uniquely different in some way; it could be as a nation or society, a movement, an institution, a family, even as an individual. And it connotes the idea of the supremacy of ideology, which means you hold that your beliefs and ideas are so important and superior to others, which therefore, inspires you to the responsibility of leadership.

Thus, as Christians, we know we're special; we have the greatest and most sublime heritage. This idea motivates us to win souls, so others can become partakers of the same glorious inheritance, and citizens of our great spiritual nation. We're different and should think and live accordingly.

Prayer...

Dear Lord, my mindset is adjusted to think, talk and act in line with who I am —the seed of Abraham— one that's been separated for glory and honour. I'm conscious that I'm uniquely different, because of God's presence and glory in my life. Therefore, I'm triumphant always, reigning and winning in life, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Galatians 3:7
Know ye therefore that they which are of faith, the same are the children of Abraham.

James 2:23
And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God.

1 Peter 2:9
But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light;

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58, Proverbs 8-9

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 20:9-18, 1 Samuel 20

OLAADEGBU:
I have also discovered the cult tendencies in the way you attempted to silence the voice of Anita. The same fate awaits those of you who will fall out of favour with 'the powers that be'.

Ah, meet your fellow co-traveller
Cc :Winsomex

I'm loving this, why? Because I'd relish fishing them out for you in future.

OLAADEGBU:
All your attempts to silence the voice of Anita is futile and this only goes to show signs of cults such as scientology when they dis-fellowship their members.

Whatever makes you sleep, bro.


I've archived the above for future reference.

OLAADEGBU:
I know it is your intention to obfuscate, stifle and drown out the voice of Pst. Anita just as the Vatican did to Alberto who got delivered from the enemies camp.

You know nothing then.

I wonder when you guys will start following Christ instead of Chris?

Hypocrite.

Love Is Proved When Tested - Monday, August 31st .

Pastor Chris

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8 ).

God is love (1 John 4:8 ); and that refers to practical love; love that's selfless, liquid, and unfeigned; love that can be seen, felt, and touched. That's God's love, and it takes the Holy Spirit to demonstrate the God-kind of love.
Love must be demonstrated. Man is the object of God's love. The Bible says, "For God so loved the world..." (John 3:16); not the world of things, but the world of humans. He created man and made friends with him.

Man however failed, but this didn't quench God's love. Man's failure was an opportunity for God to further express His great love for man. Love is proved when tested, not necessarily when everything is beautiful and in order. It's proved when there's a challenge or a need. When others seem to be most undeserving of love, it's the perfect opportunity to demonstrate God's love.

Our opening verse says, "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Can you imagine that? While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us —not after we came to Him. Now, Jesus said, "A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another" (John 13:34). How has He loved you? He loved you when you didn't deserve it; when you were still a sinner: " But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins..." (Ephesians 2:4-5). This is the same way He expects us to love others.

Seize every opportunity to express your love! The Bible says, "...if I surrender my body to be burned or in order that I may glory, but have not love (God’s love in me), I gain nothing" (1 Corinthians 13:3 AMP). For you to continually experience greater levels of the anointing of God's Spirit, you must walk in love always.

Confession...
I'm full of God's love and I demonstrate it profusely and unconditionally, because the Spirit of God works in me, to lift, encourage, and build others, touching them with the compassion and liquid love of Christ, to the end that they may be established in the Kingdom of God's dear Son! Halleluiah!

Further Study:
1 Corinthians 13:13 ASV
But now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; and the greatest of these is love.

1 Peter 4:8 MSG
Most of all, love each other as if your life depended on it. Love makes up for practically anything.

Matthew 5:44
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Corinthians 15:1-34,
Proverbs 5-7

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 20:1-8, 1 Samuel 19

How e take concern us...?


Anyway...

anigold:
thats how Ameachi will be schemed out... A Fool is someone who betray his brothers for a plate of pepper soup Amala .....

Fixed

Interesting.

I pray he reads it

No one is above the law. If he stole, he should face the law.


Kirikiri o

Wow.. Your silliness is factory fitted.
#MisLeadingtopic

*y'all check out who's below me