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paulGrundy:
^^^ true

Hello buddy. Been a while.

Remain blessed jare

SalC:
Lol Gombs good morning

[s]There is really no concise reply for you to type[/s].....Joagbaje is a victim of faith, fate, and too easy a trust without verification.

No doubt.

I am not one to believe Joagbaje deliberately lied or recruited anyone to act anything. At least I saw no pointer to that as yet.

My point actually. Christembassey an his ilk are bent on proving that.

My ish with him is "He came to such a public forum, challenged and staked his money for SirJohn to investigate a healing he himself did not verify"

Noted.

According to him on this thread, he never saw the Lab result proving Jeff has became negative, he didn't also see any doctors certification to this effect.

I noticed that. However, I believe a lesson or two have been noted. I too noted alot too.

He merely accepted what Jeff told him without evidence simply because he had "faith" or in his own words, "He was sure the person he prayed for on that day got healed". This is why i said he is a victim of faith and trust, but fate worked against him.

Nothing wrong with that. His conviction was right, if Jeff played a fast one, assumed or outrightly lied, then, it in no way makes Jo a fraud... Does it?

Now he is saying Jeff should prove he was healed since he claimed so expecting us to completely exonerate him and now you too want us to give him a gold medal for being an upright man right?

Now hold on ranger... He wasn't asking Jeff to prove it, I think he asked Sirjohn to verify. Those are two different things. No?

The truth is, he shouldn't have staked his money on something he didn't see and confirmed beyond any reasonable doubt.

I concur.

So it not a matter of you defending him, he was lied to by Jeff and he swallowed the lies and also wanted us to believe what he said. He should be thanking SirJohn for making him know the truth, I believe after this incidence, he will have to verify every claim before airing them.

Yeah...like I said, a lesson or two were learnt, even though sirjohn was dubious in his dealings to an extent.

Bros am good, God has be gracious, I thought you have disappeared glad to know you are still here.

Yeah. I'm here o... For the long run. Glad you are here too. You know, I wished majority folks here were able to hold a discussion as apt and objective as you just did. But right from the onset of this thread,...supposed Christians... I can't even express their attitude in proper terms.

Have you noticed, upon our difference in beliefs, you,candour and a handful are able to hold civility in discuss. Thank you

And oh I won't flog you joor else who will give me the data you wanted to give me or won't I watch the clip again?

Haven't you? Amazing.
Noted.

Cheers

SalC:
Gombs sometimes you make me feel like flogging you

The issue here isn't about whether Jo is upright, humble, or truthful. The challenge was for Sirjohn to prove Jeff was not healed of HIV which he has. However he went about it is his choice as an investigator as far as he didn't torture the guy into telling lies.

So if whatever you are going to post won't prove Sirjohn lied, while Jeff was truly healed please save us that and channel that energy towards posting on the rhapsody thread.

I was about typing a concise reply, but common sense prevailed. I'd let you bask in your 'glory'.

Abeg na, no flog me.

Being a while too, I trust you're good ma'am!

christemmbassey:
I never imagine dat ppl like gombs existed in dis world talkless of such claiming to b christians.

Oga gombs, ur god, joagbaje accepted that he delibrately lied, and he apologised dat he actually did not heal anybody, he sat down, scripted, recruited actors and directed those movies and claimed, he did dat for God's glory.

What type of handicap do u suffer dat turns you to dis sorry condition? Jo accepted his lies and u are here making a big fool of urself! I pray the Lord have mercy on you.

Ppl like you make d preaching of d gospel more dificult by d day. Imagine a sensible unbeliever following dis thread. Pls repent.

I expect u to insult me, go on, it will not change ur condition, unless u repent.

Hello Buddy, being a while. Hope your little girls are even lovier?

Your above writ reeks of well concocted lies. For example, can you show me where Jo either directly or indirectly "accepted that he delibrately lied, and he apologised dat he actually did not heal anybody, he sat down, scripted, recruited actors and directed those movies"?

Are you now the accuser of the brethren?

As for the above bold, can you face God and tell him that this year alone, so far, you've won just 3 persons to Christ? Which one come be sensible unbeliever? You know nothing about soul winning nor gospel preaching. Its not by senses or NL jabs

Emmm..please, next time, Use paragraphs when writing, please.

WinsomeX:
We will wait another year, and you guys will do nothing.

Still waiting though... while at it I must establish the cultic connections in your church ; in due time.

I will wait....hope I won't wait for long as I waited and still waiting for the anti-tithe tract. 10 months don't waka... No action, all noise.

Shey you still blogging? Or you retired? If it's the former, don't forget to take your findings there.

Cc;
Pastorkun

Joagbaje:
Hmmm, this thread again.....? Seem naira land is boring so some joagbaje issue is needed around.

@ Gombs Sirjohn is john is just one dishonest guy who love praise of men. My response to this thread explains my true position.

If Jeff claimed he was healed why not let him prove it . Rather john was going behind to polute jeff mind against cooperating with me in the investigation. What's john afraid of.
I will mail my conversation with him to you.

Ok....use my email on my signature below. Thanks

Triumphant In Him - Tuesday, March 17th .

Pastor Chris

And I got it, thank God! In the Messiah, in Christ, God leads us from place to place in one perpetual victory parade...(2 Corinthians 2:14 MSG).

A very important truth about who you are in Christ is that you're superior to Satan; you've overcome the world, and have crucified the flesh with its affections and lusts. You have dominion over sin, sickness, and death. Therefore, life, for you, is a perpetual victory parade! You're seated with Christ, far above all principality and power. That means you're in a place of authority with Christ, far above Satan and everything connected to him.

Don't accommodate sickness, disease or infirmity in your body! Don't let the devil toy with your family, business, job or finances. Cast him out, and walk in dominion and absolute victory! Some think that absolute victory isn't possible. That means they don't believe in what Jesus came to do. Jesus came to this world to give us absolute victory; He brought us into the transcendent life. He didn't come to give us a religion; no! He came to give us life, and through the Holy Spirit, help us live triumphantly every day - in dominion over the devil, the world, and the flesh.

Notice what He said in John 10:10 (AMP), "...I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows)". Isn't that amazing? This is what God really wants for us; to have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance, to the full, till it overflows; it's a life of triumph!

Now, how can anyone enjoy life when things aren't going right? How can anyone enjoy life with sickness and pains? How can anyone enjoy life with shattered dreams, and troubles in the family? That's not God's best! His desire is for you to be in good health, to have all-round prosperity, and to live in absolute victory!

Prayer...
Dear heavenly Father, I thank you for giving me the life of absolute victory, dominion and glory. I live triumphantly today, taking advantage of your grace, and conscious of your wisdom and power that's at work in me, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
John 5:39
Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me. ;

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

2 Corinthians 2:14
Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 1:57-80,Deuteronomy 8-10
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 23:23-39,Exodus 26

petres007:
And where is this "dishonesty" you speak of?



I think its already evident he and his ilk aren't capable of that.

Wait for it bro... he has 'concluded' his investigations... i am doing mine. Got to find out what Sirjohn told Jeff... more of like coercion, or should i say "making Jeff an offer" to get him to 'give him all he wants'

emmmm... Sir John, Mike is fine. How could you publish someone else's medical report online without permission? Who does that? and stop twisting what Mike said, mike simply told you, better put, warned you not to try such thing you did with Jeff on him, else, he'd fly to Lagos, and jail you for life. ... that sure silenced you. You think everywhere is like NL where you think you can trample on anyone as you wish?

I found out that all the while, you had little intention of establishing whether there was a miracle, this was all to 'bring Joagbaje down.' I'd try to get Jo here, just that he's so busy and a lot of you all cannot understand. So stop painting a picture that Jo is running from you all or such... Worse still for N500,000.

you did not wait for conclusion on the investigation, you are here asking for N500,000...after jo has proved himself trustworthy throughout your 'investigation', and not interfered except you ask him to, you still are here claiming?

wait let me get to Bayelsa again.

I'd be back.

trustman:
What or where is dishonesty in what he posted?
Think straight man! Think straight!!

Hello buddy!.... been a while?

sit back and watch till you are quoted or referred to.

WinsomeX:
One little advice for you guys: never answer Gombs in his folly.
The guy is lost.
vooks, your online book brought me to the honest and sincere position that the Christ Embassy church is a cult.
We have been debating cultists all these while... no wonder...

hhahahahahahahahhahahhaa... Hello DB, you havent changed a bit. I must say, i've missed your stratagems and bitter remarks.

^^
You are sorely dishonest. It's appalling you could be this dishonest and yet want to be a standard for others.

I'd be back.

nuclearboy:
Interesting thread.

Sadly, it will make no difference.. ..... Agbaje earns his living from this so won't stop (forget the stories of paintings etc which cannot feed someone used to free cash).... Gombs and co will eventually tire but pride will keep them quiet..... its just sad.

But a day of reckoning will come and we will all know God isn't mocked. He judged the fallen Angels and the Fallen (if they ever stood) pastors will have their day

SirJohn, you fall my hand sha - 500k would have done much for an orphanage and you let it go to buy maybe Iphone 6S for mabel and what was that other nuisance's name? nuella?

Didn't know AIO was still here....

Hello son!

Your whining and occasional seizures keeps getting finer with time.

I was going to say I was beginning to miss you, and so... I'd admit so.

A day of reckoning I hear you say?don't make me laugh harder than I already am... You of all people should be the last to say that,for yours has already begun. Mabell and nuella must have given you harder days that you had to mention them

It was clear Jo did no foul play here, for he could easily have bribed the fellow. Jo was honest, and he should be applauded for that. Read his account with an unbiased mind and you'd see, if you want to. I understand why it's this difficult to see so.

As for Jo,he's waxing great. I'd be in Bayelsa next Sunday for Super Sunday. You are invited. Maybe you'd understand better then.

Life Has Come! - Monday, March 16th . 

Pastor Chris 

These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life...(1 John 5:13). 

God wants us to know that eternal life is available to all men, and those who believe in Jesus receive it. That's why I can't stop preaching the Gospel; the whole world needs to know that the God-life is available to them now, through Christ. No one should live in pain, defeat, misery or under the dominion of sin anymore; no! There's a new life in Christ: a life of dominion, success, greatness, glory, and triumph! And it's for everyone to receive.

This is the life that a man would have, and will not see death. No wonder Jesus said, "I am telling you the truth: those who hear my words and believe in him who sent me have eternal life. They will not be judged, but have already passed from death to life" (John 5:24 GNB). Blessed be God! He didn't say, "...they shall pass from death to life", but that they have already passed from death to life. John said the same thing: "We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren..." (1 John 3:14). The one who's in Christ is born into the triumphant life. 

Sometimes, people experience such terrible problems and severe frustrations in their lives to the point that they wonder, "Can God really help me?" Oh, yes! Actually, He already did by sending Jesus and making eternal life available through Him. If Christ lives in you, it makes no difference what you're going through; He'll make you triumphant! His life in you makes you indomitable! 

This is the Gospel: We've got to tell the whole world that Christ has come, and therefore life has come. No more sickness; no more pain; no more defeat; and no more death! Now that Christ lives in you, you're not ordinary; you have the essence of divinity. Eternal life is in you now! Light has come into you and darkness is gone. Halleluiah! 

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for imparting eternal life into my spirit, through your Son Jesus Christ. The divine life in me destroys and renders the work of the devil futile in and all around me! I manifest your glory, wisdom, and righteousness today, and always, in Jesus' Name. Amen. 

Further Study:
1 John 3:8
He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil. ; 

John 3:16
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Daily Scripture Reading 

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 1:26-56, Deuteronomy 5-7
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 23:13-22, Exodus 25

Faith To Please Him - Sunday, March 15th .

Pastor Chris

But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him (Hebrews 11:6).

To please God, you have to walk by faith. That's what our opening verse clearly underlines; it says, "But without faith it is impossible to please him...." Let me show you a picture here: Genesis 2:16-17 says, "And the Lord God commanded the man, saying, Of every tree of the garden thou mayest freely eat: But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest, thereof thou shalt surely die." This was God instructing Adam not to eat of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; he could eat from any other tree in the Garden.

Now, in that garden was the tree of life; he didn't eat of it; he went for the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, the one God told him not to eat of. He ate of it and died. You may ask why God put that tree there; did He put it there to tempt Adam? No; Adam demonstrated a lack of faith in God when he chose to go contrary to God's clear instruction, and that choice brought death. Faith is the response of the human spirit to the Word of God, and to go contrary to the Word is to walk according to the flesh. Those that are in the flesh and are carnally minded can't please God.

Romans 8:6-8 tells us, "For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God." If you live in the realm of the senses, you're like Adam, who unwittingly chose death instead of life. Meanwhile, God wants you to choose life and not death. He says, "...Choose life that you may live" (Deuteronomy 30:19).

Galatians 3:11 says the just shall live by faith. Living by faith means living in, and by the Word; believing and doing God's will. Anyone that believes in God and does His will has eternal life. When you have the life of God in you, you live out that life; manifesting His righteousness, living by faith in His Word. That's how to please Him.

Prayer...
Dear Father, thank you for giving me your life and the faith to live it successfully. I do not walk by carnal reasoning and I do not try to justify myself by good works, but I live by faith and therefore, pleasing to you in every good work by the power of the Holy Spirit, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
John 14:15
If ye love me, keep my commandments. ;

2 Corinthians 5:7
(For we walk by faith, not by sight: )

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 1:1-25, Deuteronomy 3-4
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 23:1-12, Exodus 24

malvisguy212:
when an atheists face a possibility that God exist, they started blasphemy God, your post is not the first I've notice,many atheists here acts the same way, I don't condemned you for being an atheists,but the points is that you guys blasphemy his name forgotten the facts that you may be wrong.for me this is not ordinary,there is satanic manipulation going on some
where.

Yeah buddy. It is not ordinary. The good book knew about folks like he..

2 Cirinthians 4: 3-4 MSG
If our Message is obscure to anyone, it's not because we're holding back in any way. No, it's because these other people are looking or going the wrong way and refuse to give it serious attention.

All they have eyes for is the fashionable god of darkness. They think he can give them what they want, and that they won't have to bother believing a Truth they can't see.

They're stone-blind to the dayspring brightness of the Message that shines with Christ, who gives us the best picture of God we'll ever get.

Pr0ton:
What principles? That the girls should continue in adoption, and their parents should keep wallowing in grief?

God is not moved by how long you've suffered, nor cried. He's moved by faith ONLY. Read the bible, he never acts until someone calls on Him for help.

If the girls pray, in faith, sure...God will. But we could intercede on their behalf, and like it or not, it will turn out for good.

Consequently, your power is limited. It's not the type that worths attention and capable of miracles.

Yeah, limited to the unbelieving ones.

Matthew 13:58 KJV
And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.

That it worked after hundreds of your fellow had been killed? What is the victory by the way?

Too bad you don't understand how the devil would want to destroy at the slightest chance he gets. Christians are the only force able to keep him abay. But, a handful of them do not realize what their prayers can do, some don't know the power they weild.

Worse still, are the set of folks like you who'd want to blame God, or someone for their failings. All they do is whine,complain, and grumble some more. Unfortunately, most Christians fall in this category. They complain Rather than pray.let me make this plain...

God will do nothing except we pray about it. It'sin the good book, and it's so for a reason. When good folks keep quiet, evil prevail.

Such excuses. Your power is useless, imaginary and powerless.

Your opinion is duly noted. Ironically, you just describe your hope and faith in what you think life ought to be. There's NO hope outside Christ. The earlier you understand that, the better.

Salvation For All Men! - Saturday, March 14th .

Pastor Chris

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life (John 3:16).

The fourth chapter of St. Luke's Gospel tells the story of how the Lord Jesus went into the synagogue on a certain Sabbath day, and read from their book of Isaiah. He read the portion where it is written: "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, To preach the acceptable year of the Lord" (Luke 4:18-19).

I'll like you, however, to notice in particular, the nineteenth verse. Originally, Prophet Isaiah wrote, "To proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn" (Isaiah 61:2). But the Master, in His reading, got to the part that says "the acceptable year of the Lord..." and closed the book. He deliberately left out the portion that says, "...and the day of vengeance of our God". Why? He did that because He didn't come for judgment and vengeance; He came to save all men.

Our opening verse underscores this reality; it says, "For God so loved the world, that He gave...." Notice it doesn't say, "For God so loved the world of the Christians, or the world of the Jews"; no; He so loved the world (of sinners) that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Jesus came so that all men may be saved, and have everlasting life. He affirmed this much when He said, "For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved" (John 3:17).

No wonder, the Apostle Paul, addressing the Church elders in Ephesus said, "...I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace..." (Acts 20:32). The Lord Jesus came to reveal the grace of God. He came to let men know that what they didn't qualify for has been made available through the Gospel. This is the message that He's entrusted to us to take to the world.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the privilege you've given me to extend your love to my world. I'm energized to be a dependable dispenser of your message of salvation to my world. As I preach the Gospel, the hearts of men are open to receive salvation. Thank you Father, for counting me worthy to be entrusted with the Gospel, and helping me fulfil this divine mandate, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Titus 2:11
For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, ;

2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 16:1-20,Deuteronomy 1-2
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 22:34-46,Exodus 23

Pr0ton:
Why not start by delivering the poor Chibok girls NOW.

I could, but...God has principles. You dont expect me to wave a wand and ....they're delivered, did you?

Why not start by curing Ebola in Liberia NOW.

Folks like you doubted it. You'd prefer a man to get to an Ebola camp and say "y'all be healed" and bang..they are. Even Jesus couldn't heal some folks..for a reason. Find out

Why not pray for the total seizing of Boko Haram that disturb your religion and kill your fellows like chickens

Oh! I did. And it's a victory bro.

Why not start by making jobless Nigerian youth get job

I should pray for like 30million folks to have jobs... And bang...they have. #classic

Are these problems too huge for your power to solve If no, why not solve them NOW

You don't see them being changed. If you'd pray and stop whining...a lot would be much better.

TheAgba:
Sorry,I don't know what to term this doctrine , so I just decided to use"last state".
.
Please I need a biblical proof that supports the doctrine that even if you are a sinner or wicked all through your life but repent before you die, you will make eternal life ?

The only way to have eternal life is believing in Jesus Christ, accepting Him as Lord. It doesn't matter what point and stage... What matters is, was it done before death?
.

And most importantly,I need a biblical support that when someone who is righteous or who has been righteous sins at a point before death comes, the person won't make eternal life or have it ?

1corinthians 10:12 MSG
Don't be so naive and self-confident. You're not exempt. You could fall flat on your face as easily as anyone else. Forget about self-confidence; it's useless. Cultivate God-confidence.

Anyone whi dies in sin...no matter how saintly he's been all the years past, he cannot be in heaven. In fact, Satan would be there to claim such folk.

NB: eternal life is not a life we live after here, it's the God-life lived on earth by whosoever believes in Jesus.

malvisguy212 , Gombs and the rest.

At your service.

LambanoPeace:
This is heavy.

Great truths. I've learnt something new today. Thanks

Glad you did.

But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth (Acts 1:8 ).

Some people say, "A prayer-less Christian is a powerless Christian". But power doesn't come by prayer. In the New Testament, the word "power" is frequently translated from two words, namely: "dunamis" which is the dynamic ability to cause changes and "exousia" which is authority.

Jesus refers to power in our opening verse. You received it when the Holy Spirit came into your life; you didn't get it through the effect of prayer. On the other hand, 'exousia' or authority means delegated power. The effect and the efficacy of authority depends on the power that's behind it.

We've been given authority in Christ Jesus to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power (ability) of the enemy (Luke 10:19). The "power" that's behind our authority is the power of the Almighty God. This, again, didn't come by or through prayer; it was bequeathed to us in Christ as our heritage.

In Matthew 28:18, Jesus said, "...All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth". That word, "power" again is translated from the Greek word "exousia", authority. In the next verse He said, "Go ye therefore...." He delegated His authority to us immediately. Halleluiah!

It's important for us to know what we have in Christ Jesus; we have authority in His Name! We have power to effect changes and live the supernatural life every day. I would to God that Christians would know this! What impact and changes we'll make in this world!

You're fully equipped with divine power to preach the Gospel and change the world! That power is in you through the Holy Spirit.

Our Source Of Power - Friday, March 13th .

Pastor Chris

But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth (Acts 1:8 ).

Some people say, "A prayer-less Christian is a powerless Christian". But power doesn't come by prayer. In the New Testament, the word "power" is frequently translated from two words, namely: "dunamis" which is the dynamic ability to cause changes and "exousia" which is authority.

Jesus refers to power in our opening verse. You received it when the Holy Spirit came into your life; you didn't get it through the effect of prayer. On the other hand, 'exousia' or authority means delegated power. The effect and the efficacy of authority depends on the power that's behind it.

We've been given authority in Christ Jesus to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power (ability) of the enemy (Luke 10:19). The "power" that's behind our authority is the power of the Almighty God. This, again, didn't come by or through prayer; it was bequeathed to us in Christ as our heritage.

In Matthew 28:18, Jesus said, "...All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth". That word, "power" again is translated from the Greek word "exousia", authority. In the next verse He said, "Go ye therefore...." He delegated His authority to us immediately. Halleluiah!

It's important for us to know what we have in Christ Jesus; we have authority in His Name! We have power to effect changes and live the supernatural life every day. I would to God that Christians would know this! What impact and changes we'll make in this world!

You're fully equipped with divine power to preach the Gospel and change the world! That power is in you through the Holy Spirit.

Confession
The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwells in me! Therefore, I triumph over circumstances! I walk in the supernatural, demonstrating the wisdom and character of the Holy Spirit, my sole source of power, strength, ability, and inspiration; He's made me a wonder to my world! Halleluiah!

Further Study:
John 14:16
And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; ;

1 John 4:4
Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 15:21-47,Numbers 34-36
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 22:23-33,Exodus 22

Prepare For His Coming - Thursday, March 12th .

Pastor Chris

And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming (1 John 2:28).

Jesus is coming back. The time is truly short. Many think that the world will continue as it is today forever; in turmoil, crises, and wickedness; no, it won't. Its end is near.

Revelations 17:16 talks about the destruction of the world's religious system and structures of the last days before the coming of Christ. The Bible says they'll be destroyed in a flash, so much so, that the whole world will wonder at the rapidity.

However, the question is, "Are you getting ready for the coming of the Lord Jesus?" When some people hear that Jesus is coming soon, they become sad, and afraid to sleep, in case He shows up in the night. There's no need for fear. Just straighten up your life; that's what you should do. Keep walking in love and be ready, because "...for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh" (Matthew 24:44).

There's no need to be afraid of His coming. The Bible says, "But ye are come unto mount Zion..." (Hebrews 12:22). You were born into Zion when you were born again. You're not called to Mount Sinai, where there was judgment and fear; you're called into Zion. So, keep walking in the light of God, and you'll be ready when the Master returns in glory.

Prayer...
I thank you Lord, for the privilege of being among your elect, prepared and dressed in readiness for your imminent return! I'm fulfilling your perfect will every day, and by the Holy Spirit, I'm walking in the light, and bringing illumination to my world, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Luke 21:34
And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. ;

Matthew 16:27
For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 15:1-20,Numbers 32-33
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 22:15-22,Exodus 21

Graceful, Loving and Kind! - Wednesday, March 11th .

Pastor Chris

For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile (1 Peter 3:10).

Only God's Word defines pride. When you learn and know God's Word, you can tell whether or not you've been proud. So, anybody may call you proud, but they have no parameters for judging pride; only the Word of God can, because pride is a thing of the heart.

However, rudeness is not a thing of the heart. You can be good in your heart, humble in your heart, yet be rude, maybe in your answers and comments about others. You may not mean to be rude, and yet your answers are rude. This is one of the reasons for consciously learning the right language as a child of God. Learning the right communication is part of spiritual growth and self-development. Consciously improve in the way you address others.

Imagine what they said of Jesus, "No man ever spoke like this man" (John 7:46). They were turned on by His words; they were inspired and blessed by His communication. It should be the same testimony of you. Get those around you stirred by the words that come out of you: "...Say nothing evil or hurtful" (1 Peter 3:10 MSG).

Words define your life, value, and personality. The character of your words is the character of your personality. Therefore, let your words be gracious at all time; let your communication be edifying. Some people allow bitterness into their hearts which reflect in their communication, and that's wrong. Whatever the case, never allow bitterness into your heart, nor in your language.

In Ephesians 4:31, the Bible says, "Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice." So, get rid of bitterness, malice, and anger; get rid of hurtful words. Walk in love. Don't only show love to those who love you; love those whom you think are against you. Let your words and actions be gracious, and seasoned with love - at all times.

Prayer...
Blessed Father, thank you for your love that's shed abroad in my heart by the Holy Spirit, which I consciously demonstrate to my world through my words and actions. Bitterness, hatred, and pride, have no part in me, because I consistently walk in love and in your righteousness, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
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: Mark 14:53-72,Numbers 29-31
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 22:1-14,Exodus 20

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We're "Saviours!" - Tuesday, March 10th .

Pastor Chris

And saviours shall come up on mount Zion to judge the mount of Esau; and the kingdom shall be the Lord’s (Obadiah 1:21).

In our opening verse above, Esau represents the fleshly, carnal people in the house of God. The verse says the spiritual ones shall rise, and they shall judge the mount of Esau. But here's the part that I like: He calls them "saviours". It doesn't say, "A saviour shall come"; it says, "Saviours shall come". We've been saved by Jesus Christ, and have become saviours; He's made us saviours. He sent us to save this world. Blessed be God!

This might sound too big for some religious people to accept; but it's the truth of God's Word; we didn't know until God said so. You were saved to save. Imagine if you've functioned with this mentality all your life! Imagine living every day with the consciousness that you're a saviour; it'll give you a new mindset. You need to be aware that you've come into the Kingdom at such a time as this; God raised you for this moment. This is your hour; this is your time; fulfil your calling!

God has raised you to bless and deliver others. You're called to make the world a better place. Often, there're people who wonder: "Where do I begin?" It's simple. Begin by looking out for a human need, and reaching out to meet that need. Every saviour must do that. To become a success with God, that's where you begin: you look out for a human need, and reach out to meet that need, with the mentality of a saviour and a champion.

Now, there's a difference between being a saviour and being the Messiah. He didn't call us the "Messiah", because there's only one Messiah, Christ Jesus, but we're part of Him. We're members of His body, of His flesh, and of His bones (Ephesians 5:30); yet, we recognize who He is: He's the Messiah; He's the Christ. He's made us saviours, representing Him to the nations of the earth. Always be conscious that you're a saviour to the world.

Prayer...
My Lord and precious King, I thank you for the divine illumination your Word brings to my spirit. Yes, you've made me a saviour to my world! I live, conscious of this reality, as a solution provider, an answer to the cry of many, and a faithful dispenser of your goodness and grace, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
2 Corinthians 5:18
And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; ;

2 Corinthians 5:20
Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God. ;

Romans 8:14
For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 14:27-52, Numbers 27-28
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 21:33-46, Exodus 19

Train Your Spirit To Recognize His Voice - Monday, March 9th .

Pastor Chris

Therefore Eli said unto Samuel, Go, lie down: and it shall be, if he call thee, that thou shalt say, Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth. So Samuel went and lay down in his place. And the Lord came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth (1 Samuel 3:9-10).

Our opening scripture tells us about the boy, Samuel, who, on three different occasions, was called by God, but he ran to Eli the priest, and said, "You called me, Sir." And Eli said, "I didn't call you." Now, understand that this young man, Samuel, was no fool; if the voice he heard didn't sound like Eli's, he wouldn't have gone to Eli three times consecutively.

This still happens with many of God's children today. God's voice sometimes would sound to them like a familiar voice. You'd have to be a man or a woman of the Spirit to recognize that voice when it comes to you.

This is where fellowship with the Holy Spirit through the Word and speaking in other tongues, play a key role. I often feel sorry for those who think that praying or speaking in tongues is not for today, or that it's unnecessary; no; it's for every Christian today. The more you speak in tongues, the more your spirit is conditioned and tuned to hear God. Those who don't speak in tongues find it difficult to know when the Lord is talking to them; they don't recognize His voice.

However, the more you train and exercise your spirit through speaking in tongues, the clearer and louder the voice of God will be in your heart. In addition, you must learn to respond to God's Word the right way, and promptly too!

Prayer...
Dear Lord, thank you for the illumination I receive from your Word. My spirit is attuned to you; your voice guides and directs me in all affairs of life. I'm conditioned rightly to know your perfect will and walk therein! My steps are ordered of you, because your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
John 10:27
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: ;

John 8:47
He that is of God heareth God’s words: ye therefore hear them not, because ye are not of God.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 14:1-26,Numbers 24-26
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 21:18-32,Exodus 18

"A Tree Can Make A Forest!" - Sunday, March 8th .

Pastor Chris

Until the spirit be poured upon us from on high, and the wilderness be a fruitful field, and the fruitful field be counted for a forest (Isaiah 32:15).

It's often been said that "A tree cannot make a forest", but the Word of God teaches otherwise. As Christians, we're trees of righteousness, and every tree can become a forest, through the anointing! God has anointed you, and everything you put your hands upon to do is ordained to prosper. You're not an ordinary person; you're filled with the Holy Spirit. There's an anointing on your life for growth, increase and expansion.

As trees of righteousness, we bear fruits of righteousness. You've been established in Zion to be fruitful and productive in every good work; ordained to radiate the glory of God. The Bible says concerning the righteous, "And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper" (Psalm 1:3). In other words, whatsoever you do multiplies; as a tree, God's will is for you to be a forest!

The potential is in you to become a forest. And the Holy Ghost is the One who enables you to do more! He's the One that can turn your wilderness into a fruitful field. Your testimony, henceforth, will be that of increase, expansion, and productivity, irrespective and independent of circumstances.

Already, you're a fruitful field; but I want you to notice what the opening verse says again: "the fruitful field will be counted for a forest." In the field, there're trees and there're grasses, but you're a tree - a tree of righteousness, planted by God. When you, as a tree of righteousness, produce other trees of righteousness, we have a fruitful field. And by the Holy Spirit, as we all continue to multiply, the fruitful fields become forests.

This is what we do as we preach the Gospel, and lead men and women into righteousness; we're making them trees of righteousness, who, in turn, produce other trees of righteousness.

Prayer...
Dear Father, your Spirit is at work in me mightily, causing me to be more effective in my works of righteousness! I'm a tree of righteousness, producing other trees of righteousness. I'm empowered to do things beyond the ordinary, and I'm accomplishing great feats by the Spirit, and through the power of your Word, to the glory of your Name, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Zechariah 10:1
Ask ye of the Lord rain in the time of the latter rain; so the Lord shall make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field. ;

2 Corinthians 6:1
We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 13:1-37,Numbers 22-23
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 21:12-17,Exodus 17

Supernatural Protection - Saturday, March 7th

Pastor Chris

There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways (Psalm 91:10-11).

From our opening scripture, and some of his other writings, we see that the Psalmist, David, was supernaturally protected in his day. The Lord took care of him. He was protected from all his enemies, and from all evil. It’s the same with you today. Psalm 91:10 says, “There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.” Halleluiah!

Meditate on the eleventh verse again for a moment; it declares, “For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” This means that the angels are under instruction to attend to you! The next verse is remarkable: “They shall bear thee up in their hands....” You may not “feel” that they’re there, but the Lord says they are; He lets you know how close they are, and how they take care of you: “...lest thou dash thy foot against a stone....” It’s that detailed. They’re so close, and they’re tending to the details of your life, providing supernatural protection!

You may say, “But this hasn’t been my experience!” Perhaps, it’s because you haven’t been conscious of it enough to make it your confession. You need to have the consciousness that you’re divinely protected, and speak accordingly. The Word says, “There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways” (Psalm 91:10-11).

God wants you to know that in spite of the destruction ravaging the world, you’re supernaturally protected: “Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence” (Psalm 91:3). This is a sovereign declaration of the Almighty God! He rescues you from every trap and protects you from the futile plague. Never forget it: you’re supernaturally protected, and will walk over danger, because the Lord is your keeper!

Prayer...
Blessed Lord, you’re my keeper, my rock, my shield, high tower, and Saviour! You preserve my spirit and soul and body from all evil; you faithfully strengthen and protect me from the adversary, because you’re my refuge! Today, and always, I walk in supernatural protection, guided by your Spirit in wisdom and righteousness to do your will, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Psalm 34:7
The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.

Proverbs 3:25-26
Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. 26 For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Mark 12:18-44 Numbers 20-21
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Matthew 21:1-11 Exodus 16

mployer:
If I hear..

lol...noticed he was doing artwork of some sort. noticed the beards part?

Set Your Love On Him - Friday, March 6th .

Pastor Chris

Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name (Psalm 91:14).

Our opening verse unveils God's prophetic utterance and the Psalmist's inspired words. He begins by sharing his testimony of God, from his perspective, and then the Spirit of God takes over, and brings this prophetic utterance from the lips of the Father.

When you read the preceding verses, you'll notice that the Psalmist was the one speaking from his own inspired communication and personal testimony of God. But suddenly, there's a change, a transition into the prophetic utterance; God began to speak and He said, "Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name." Isn't this inspiring? He's talking about God's protection. The question is, "Have you set your love upon Him?"

If you set your love upon the Lord, the result is: He'll deliver you, and set you on high. That means you're forever set up for greatness and limitless possibilities in life. All you need is to set your love upon Him. This is something you've got to do, and then claim the result for yourself. You say, "Because I've set my love upon Him, therefore has He delivered me, and set me on high, because I've known His name!" Make this your confession.

In the fifteenth verse, we find God still talking; He says, "He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him." Why? He says, "Because he hath set his love upon me." For the one who has set his love upon the Lord, God doesn't only deliver him, He also honours him. If you already have your hands up in praise to Him, read the sixteenth verse and you'll dance for joy. It says, "With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation" (Psalm 91:16).

These and more are the blessings you'd experience when you set your love on the Lord; when you channel your emotions towards Him and make Him the personality of your deepest affection.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for keeping me in permanent safety, and for the life of greatness you've brought me into! You're my strength, my glory, and my salvation, and I love you with all my heart! Thank you, for your infinite kindness, grace and mercy that I experience today, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Psalm 84:11 GNB
The LORD is our protector and glorious king, blessing us with kindness and honor. He does not refuse any good thing to those who do what is right. ;

Isaiah 26:3
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. ;

Proverbs 30:5
Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 11:27-33-12:1-17,Numbers 18-19
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 20:24-34,Exodus 15

mployer:
Coming from a pastor.


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what if I meant gay as in happy?

Beyond Science And The Senses! - Thursday, March 5th .

Pastor Chris

Now the just shall live by faith...(Hebrews 10:38).

There's more to life than science and all its discoveries. There's a reality in the Word of God that's beyond science and the senses. Science is what man has been able to get from the effective use of his senses; but there're realms beyond the senses.

As new creations in Christ Jesus, we rule the world through faith! We reign over circumstances and dominate the forces of nature by the power of the Spirit and the force of righteousness.

For example, when we "lay our hands" on the sick, terminal sicknesses and diseases dematerialize! Through the power of the spoken Word, we dissolve cancer, open blind eyes, and unstop deaf ears! We're like Jesus Christ, who was an intrusion into the physical realm! When He stepped in, things changed. When He said, "Receive your sight", the man who was born blind began to see. When He said, "Rise up and walk", the lame got up to run.

There's something about the Word of God that's beyond science, nature, and the senses! The Church needs to get a hold of this reality. This is the essence of living by the Word of God. The Word of God was given to us, not only to inform us, and educate us about spiritual realities, but for us to use, and to live the supernatural life. That life is beyond this world. Halleluiah!

Confession...
I live above the economy and the systems of this world, because the greater One lives in me! I'm not subject to the elements of the world, and my life is a testimony of God's greatness. Divine might is at work in me, and my victory in Christ is fully assured. Halleluiah!

Further Study:
Luke 10:19
Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. ;

Romans 5:17
For if by one man’s offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.)

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 11:1-26,Numbers 16-17
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 20:17-22,Exodus 14

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He's Your Refuge... Declare It! - Wednesday, March 4th .

Pastor Chris

I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust (Psalm 91:2).

Often times, we think about things that happen around us, like when something unpleasant happens to people we consider to be very "good" people, and we say, "If that happened to so-and-so, what about me? That fellow was better than I am!" Well, you have to understand that it's got nothing to do with who's better than whom. It's got to do with our walk with God; our faith in His Word. It's about confession.

Our opening scripture conveys the anointed words of the psalmist, David. He said, "I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust." This was David's confession. It's got to become your confession as well. Declare that the Lord is your Refuge and your Fortress, your God, on whom you lean and rely, and in whom you confidently trust! Let this be your confession and contemplation; personalize it!

If your confession is wrong, then things will go wrong. Our confessions rule us; remember that. The Bible says, "Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth" (Proverbs 6:2). Notice it didn't say you're snared by your enemies, or by the wickedness outside. He said you're snared by the words of your mouth.

Keep the word of faith in your mouth always. Hebrews 13:5-6 says, "...for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say..." Keep declaring what the Word says about you. He's your refuge, and your strength. Walk through life with confidence and refuse to fear! No matter what you face, or who chooses to plot against you, know that you're divinely protected! Greater is He that's in you, than he that's in the world (1 John 4:4).

Confession...
The Lord is the strength of my life! Even if I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I'll fear no evil, for He's with me; His rod and His staff comfort me. He takes hold of my right hand and says to me, "Do not fear; I will help you." Therefore, I'm strong in Him, and in the power of His might!

Further Study:
Psalm 62:8
Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah. ;

Psalm 94:22
But the Lord is my defence; and my God is the rock of my refuge.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 10:32-52,Numbers 14-15
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 20:1-16,Exodus 13