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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:
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How did you know?

corrupt mind!

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

Christ: The Secret Place . -
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty (Psalm 91:1).

Due to the rate and extent of evil, and wickedness in today's world, many have become afraid, asking, "Does God still care? Can we trust Him to take care of us? Is He close enough to do something?" Emphatically yes! Actually, He doesn't need to do anything anymore; He's already done all that's necessary for your safety and protection.

The Bible says He has raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:6). The one who should be bothered about the problems and evil in the world is the one who isn't in Christ. Christ is our security, peace, safety and protection; He's our dwelling place. Our opening verse is very emphatic about this; it says, "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty."

To dwell in the secret place of the Most High is to dwell in Christ; meaning He's your habitation. Anyone who dwells in that "secret place" abides under the shadow of the Almighty; that means he's under the protection of the Almighty.

In the New Testament, Apostle Paul puts it this way: "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creation..." (2 Corinthians 5:17). Christ is that dwelling place; because you're in Christ, you are, and will always be, safe. Psalm 91:8-9 says, "Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked. Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation."

As a child of God, you have no reason to be afraid of terror. The Lord, the Most High, is your habitation! The Bible says, "Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night; nor for the arrow that flieth by day" (Psalm 91:5). You're in Christ; therefore, you're supernaturally protected! You abide under the shadow of the Almighty.

Confession...
Christ is my dwelling place, and my trust is in the Lord! Therefore, as the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so am I completely shielded from every form of evil in the world. No harm shall befall me, neither shall any plague come near my dwelling, because my life is hid with Christ in God! Halleluiah!

Further Study:
Isaiah 43:1-2
But now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. 2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 10:1-31,Numbers 11-1
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 19:23-30,Exodus 12

Celebrate The Success Of Others - Monday , 2nd March.

Pastor Chris

Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves (Philippians 2:3).

There’re people who, instead of seeing the positive side of others and learning from them, get into worthless competition. The news of someone else’s success not only upsets and triggers in them a competitive spirit, they also feel “dwarfed” by them. This ought not to be so.

The success of another person doesn’t mean that you’re failing; therefore, rejoice and celebrate them. Be filled with love. Never find yourself in unhealthy competition with others. If you were starting a business, for example, don’t let it be because you want to compete with somebody else; don’t strive or fight with others; let God lead you. If you’d commit your work to Him and trust Him, He’d cause you to succeed. He’s already established you on the Rock, and that Rock is Christ; therefore, you have nothing to fear.

Moreover, success is relative, and there’re different phases and levels of success. Your success can only be measured according to the vision and target that God has given you. If you’re about a God-given endeavour, then He alone can judge how successful you are. Between you and God, you can decide whether or not you’re successful, because it’s based on what you’re told to do. What He told you to do may not be what He told someone else; so there’s no need to compare yourself with others, or rate yourself on the basis of their success or failure.

Therefore, in all you do, let your motives be right and be void of selfishness. When you hear of other people’s successes, never allow the self-pitying or “why-not-me” attitude. Rejoice. Refuse to compare yourself with anyone. Remember, you’re unique before the Lord!

Prayer...
Dear Lord, I thank you for your love, which is shed abroad in my heart by the Holy Spirit. I extend this undiluted love to everyone around me, showing sincere concern about their challenges, and expressing true joy and happiness for their successes. Envy, jealousy, and pride have no place in me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Genesis 4:4-7 GNB
Then Abel brought the first lamb born to one of his sheep, killed it, and gave the best parts of it as an offering. The Lord was pleased with Abel and his offering, but he rejected Cain and his offering. Cain became furious, and he scowled in anger. Then the Lord said to Cain, “Why are you angry? Why that scowl on your face? If you had done the right thing, you would be smiling; but because you have done evil, sin is crouching at your door. It wants to rule you, but you must overcome it.”

1 Corinthians 13:4 AMP
Love endures long and is patient and kind; love never is envious nor boils over with jealousy, is not boastful or vainglorious, does not display itself haughtily.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Mark 9:33-50 Numbers 9-10
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Matthew 19:13-22 Exodus 11

ramalot:
False. You only want to load your answer with the applicable preconceived notion.

That said, did you just evade my original question?
It is practically a yes or no answer. Answer the question.

your question I not logical. meanwhile, I am a Christian, under a new covenant. Google that

ramalot:
Great.
Now, what if someone told you that the enslavement of millions of Africans during and after the slave trade was perfectly okay.
After all, the bible expressly gives a nod to the institution of slavery. Would your answer be an emphatic yes?

Keep in mind, anything short of an emphatic yes would be short of a 100% agreement with the bible.

Leviticus 25:44-46

As for your male and female slaves whom you may have: you may buy male and female slaves from among the nations that are around you. You may also buy from among the strangers who sojourn with you and their clans that are with you, who have been born in your land, and they may be your property. You may bequeath them to your sons after you to inherit as a possession forever. You may make slaves of them, but over your brothers the people of Israel you shall not rule, one over another ruthlessly.


Titus 2:9-10

Slaves are to be submissive to their own masters in everything; they are to be well-pleasing, not argumentative, not pilfering, but showing all good faith, so that in everything they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior.



These are only two out of many.

Great.
Now, what if someone told you that banning and/or total avoidance of homosexuality, idolatry etc perfectly okay.
After all, the bible expressly gives a no no to the institution of botj. Would your answer be an emphatic yes?

Keep in mind, anything short of an emphatic yes would be short of a 100% agreement with the bible.


by the way, are you Christian, atheist, pagan or agnostic. I want to start from your root belief in answering you.

sonOfLucifer:
Hello fool.

Hello buddy! i see you've been roaming round NL seeking for who to devour... just steer clear of my path. I ruin evil.. I hurt demons

ramalot:
Quick question, do you agree with everything in the bible 100%

emphatically yes!

[quote author=Muyiwabiggy post=31189051][/quote]gombs...I've been here for 6years now. nice meeting you!

Strengthened for Kingdom Work - Sunday, March 1st

Pastor Chris

Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power (1 Corinthians 15:24).

The Lord Jesus called us to establish His Kingdom in the earth. He’s setting up His Kingdom in this earth, and after He’s set it up, and ruled and reigned in this earth, there’ll come the judgment of the Great White Throne where He’ll sit and judge everyone that ever came to this world. The Bible says we’ll sit with Him on thrones to judge the nations of the world; but before that happens, you’re going to have to do what He’s called you to do.

The reason you’re in this world is to establish His Kingdom of righteousness in this earth. There’s a job for you here; it’s leading men and women into righteousness. This is something you must be passionate about. There’s no Christian who’s excluded from this; none of us is called to lazy through life. We’re an army, God’s army, enlisted into the ministry of reconciliation: “To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation” (2 Corinthians 5:19).

The army is a profession of discipline and toughness. A soldier in service doesn’t live like civilians do; he’s got a regimented lifestyle. He endures tough, physical and mental training, and he’s always battle-ready. The body of Christ is an army! There’re no sissies in God’s army; you must be strong and tough for the job at hand. When it’s time to pray and you’re required to stand, stand up and pray! If you’re required to kneel, kneel!

As a soldier in God’s army, you’re called to a life of spiritual discipline, to become tough for the Kingdom! Soul-winning, for you, is non-negotiable, because that’s your lifestyle. Be fervent and zealous about the things of God; be involved in establishing His Kingdom in the earth; be fervent in soul-winning. He has strengthened you for this purpose.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the privilege of being a participator in the establishment of your Kingdom in the earth. Your Spirit is at work in me, causing me to dispense your righteousness and love! My life is an absolute manifestation of your glory! As Christ reigns as King over all the earth, I reign with Him, in establishing His Kingdom in the earth, and in the hearts of men, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
1 Corinthians 3:9
For we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building.

Matthew 24:14
And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.

2 Timothy 2:4
NIV No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Mark 9:14-32 Numbers 7-8
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Matthew 19:1-12 Exodus 10

Vicdedean:
Thanks man! Keep it coming. You are very consistent my guy
However the thread look complicated as I have to search it somehow by quoting it. Why is it so?. Sure I love to be your friend though.

I don't understand. you can mail me by my signature. thanks alot

You Must First Be Righteous To Live Right! - Saturday, February 28th . 

Pastor Chris 

For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness (Romans 4:3). 

Some Christians haven't quite understood the concept of righteousness. They still look at the righteousness of God from its result, rather than its source. As Christians, we received righteousness as a gift: "...they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ" (Romans 5:17). Right living is the result of righteousness; right living isn't righteousness. 

There're many who think that if they could live right, then they'll be made the righteousness of God. It's not so. You'd have to first believe in Jesus Christ, and have the gift of righteousness imparted to your spirit before you'd be able to live right. You could never be righteous by living right. How could you live out what you don't have? 

It's like expecting someone who isn't born again to walk in love; that's not going to work. Two things you can't do until you have Christ in you: first, you can't walk in love; secondly, you can't live right. You must have Christ, whom the Bible says is made unto us righteousness (1 Corinthians 1:30), to live right. Until you're righteous, God doesn't expect you to produce righteousness; He'll be remiss to ask you to do what you couldn't do. 

That's the reason He imparts righteousness to you as a gift, knowing that once you become righteous, you can live righteously; your life becomes the manifestation of His goodness, glory, grace and love. All of these and other divine attributes will be evident in your life as you live out the Word. 

Confession...

I'm the manifestation and expression of God's righteousness; the proof of His equity, glory and grace! I'm excited about my new life in Christ: a life of dominion, love, excellence and power through righteousness. Halleluiah!

Further Study:
Romans 1:16-17 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. 17 For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. ;

Romans 14:17
For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.

Daily Scripture Reading 

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 8:27-38-9:1-13, Numbers 5-6

2-Year Bible Reading Plan:Matthew 18:21-35,  Exodus 9.

Kedam:
No. whats ur point? Remember you heard pain, sadness, etc u jumped waiting

my point is only humans have a soul. the fact that animals feel pains etc is no reason to deduce they have a soul.

like I said, all creation are in pains...does it mean they all have souls,even worms?

Romans 8:19 BBE
For we are conscious that all living things are weeping and sorrowing in pain together till now.

Kedam:
That's where u are wrong. Jesus came to this world to save man's soul (fact) from their sin but not animals because they don't need to be saved. Also if animals have no soul why do u think they can feel ur pain and sadness? If animals have no soul why will u talk to a dog to do something which he will certainly do. If animals have no soul why will they see danger and run? If they have no soul why were the israelite told not eat anything strangled. Also what's a living creature?

so, anything that can feel pain and sadness etc has a soul?

meeeh, you need Jesus. Everything responds to sound, for it was sound that brought them to being. God spoke and everything has signature of that sound code. Every thing came from darkness and water by sounds of God's word.

every creature has intelligence both living an non living. That was why God asked Moses to speak to the rock for water,that was why Jesus stopped the winds...how? by using the right sound code.

The whole creature is in pains and are groaning waiting for the sons of God to come to their libration. that's how every thing responds to sound, whether positively or negatively.

God spoke creation into being through words. When He
said, "Let there be light", light came into being (Genesis
1:3). Most of Genesis chapter one is about God speaking
creation into being. Have you ever wondered why God had
to "talk" to bring forth these things instead of making them? It's because by talking, you create a sound code.

Speech creates sound waves, and the original source
material for creation is sound, because that's the energy
produced by words.

Sound code therefore, is the instruction, meaning, account, or information embedded in a sound wave.

Sometime ago, a scientist performed an experiment to ascertain the effect of words on water. He had water in
different jars and would talk to the different containers of
water. After a long while, each of them formed crystals.

The ones he talked nicely to formed beautiful crystals. He
spoke words of love: "You're wonderful; you're beautiful; you're full of love"; and beautiful crystals resulted.

However, the jars he spoke harshly to, saying, "You're
ugly, terrible, bad; I hate you", formed very poor, ugly-
looking crystals; deformed crystals.

Can we then say water has a soul?

ọ bụrụ na ị na-ekwupụtara na ọnụ gị na Onyenwe anyị Jizọs na obi gị kwere na Chineke mere ka O si na ndị nwụrụ anwụ , ị ga-azọpụta.


I try shey?

keep it rolling folks

Speak Life! - Friday, February 27th .

Pastor Chris

Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof (Proverbs 18:21).

God spoke creation into being through words. When He said, "Let there be light", light came into being (Genesis 1:3). Most of Genesis chapter one is about God speaking creation into being. Have you ever wondered why God had to "talk" to bring forth these things instead of making them? It's because by talking, you create a sound code. Speech creates sound waves, and the original source material for creation is sound, because that's the energy produced by words.

Sound code therefore, is the instruction, meaning, account, or information embedded in a sound wave. Sometime ago, a scientist performed an experiment to ascertain the effect of words on water. He had water in different jars and would talk to the different containers of water. After a long while, each of them formed crystals. The ones he talked nicely to formed beautiful crystals. He spoke words of love: "You're wonderful; you're beautiful; you're full of love"; and beautiful crystals resulted.

However, the jars he spoke harshly to, saying, "You're ugly, terrible, bad; I hate you", formed very poor, ugly-looking crystals; deformed crystals. What then is the moral behind this? The human body is seventy per cent water. That means more than two-thirds of your physical body is water. Therefore, speaking negative words to yourself results in the deformity of the water crystals in your body; deformed crystals resulting from deformed minds. Many have talked themselves to death without knowing it.

Refuse to speak negatively or ugly about yourself; many think it's "fashionable" to do so, and that's sad. They pick lots of negative communication from their environment, workplace, neighborhood, etc., and take them home. Like some who, referring to their job, will say, "This thing is killing me"; or the mother who keeps saying, "These children are killing me", and thinks it doesn't matter; it does! They're destroying the water crystals in their bodies, because those crystals respond to words.

Speak life to your body, your environment, family, and to your world!

Confession...
The Word of God has produced life in me; I'm a testimony of the grace and glory of God as a result of the impact of the Word in my life. I'm walking in righteousness, victory, prosperity, health, success and greatness. Halleluiah!

Further Study:
James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. ;

Proverbs 15:4
A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit. ;

Colossians 4:6
Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 8:14-26,Numbers 3-4
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 18:12-20,Exodus 8

prettysheila:
Based on my research that there are several electrical impulses going on d body.from the brain to the eyes and all other parts of the body.The indians believed that humans av different colours of electrical impulse in there brain.the blue colour is evll,the sinners,the red colour is for the lustful ones while the lilac colour is for the righteous ones.then,wats your argument on this?justify your argument

truck load of baloney!

the Bible is the only book with divine truth...and the Bible let's me know that God's word can separate the soul from the spirit.

now you are going into electrical pulses from the brain...you've derailed from the soul an spirit thread you started. lol

Kedam:
Do animals have a souls or not ? Its simple make ur research. When it comes to animal, spirit is an exception I already stated it clearly if that's ur point.

They don't, if they did... Jesus' salvation work would apply to them too. But God so loved the world of men that he gave Jesus. We are special to God because we are a spirit that has a soul and lives in a body.

prettysheila:
Lol.just wat I thought.just tell me your view on it

done that already

prettysheila:
It has been said that the soul belongs to God while the spirit belongs to man.if u agree with that proposition.Then,can you explain the basis of your argument?

who said?

meanwhile, the soul and spirit ain't same. However, where the spirit is, the soul is... The soul is the 'brain' of the spirit. They live forever, and both return to God after death.

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A Necessity For Spiritual Growth - Thursday, February 26th .

Pastor Chris

That we henceforth be no more children...But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ (Ephesians 4:14-15).

As a Christian, something very important you need to understand is that Jesus Christ is not only alive today, but He's also with us through the Holy Spirit, and cares affectionately for us. Moreover, He wants us to take His message to the ends of the earth. That's what our life is about: taking His message to those who are yet to know Him. We're a light to a world in darkness. However, in our journey of winning souls and changing lives, there's a necessity for spiritual growth; we must keep growing in the Word, and consciously enhance our fellowship with the Holy Spirit.

It's not enough to be born again; there's so much more in God to enjoy. How much liberty of the Spirit that you'll enjoy depends on the spiritual knowledge of God's Word that you have. His blessings that you'll enjoy in your life depend on the knowledge of Him that you have in your spirit. The less knowledge you have, the less blessings and joy of the Spirit that will flow through you.

This is important because the knowledge of God's Word is what puts you over in life. The Bible says through knowledge shall the just be delivered, not just from trouble, but also into their inheritance (Proverbs 11:9). Through the knowledge of God's Word, you're able to exercise dominion and control over circumstances.

In addition, through the growth that you experience by being in fellowship with the Holy Spirit, you're constantly being lifted over and above the corrupting influences of this world. When men are cast down because of their experiences, you have another message: There's lifting up (Job 22:29)!

Never allow the challenges you face overwhelm you. Whatever challenges you might be facing today are what you've been built, prepared and fashioned for. None of us is given more than he or she can handle: "...God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able..." (1 Corinthians 10:13). Rather than focus on the trouble, act on the Word, and you'll surely have a testimony.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the life of splendour, grace, prosperity, and greatness you've brought me into. I'm excelling and making progress on every side, and my faith is prevailing over circumstances, as I walk in the fullness of your blessings, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Hebrews 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. 13 For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. 14 But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. ;

1 Peter 2:2
As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Mark 7:23-8:1-13,Numbers 1-2
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 18:1-11,Exodus 7