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He's Coming Back Again . - Tuesday, February 3rd .

Pastor Chris

Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that keepeth the sayings of the prophecy of this book (Revelations 22:7).

Some people wonder why we preach the Gospel the way we do all around the world with so much urgency, fervency, and passion. First, it's because the Master gave us a mandate to evangelize the world before He comes back. He said in Luke 13:19, "...occupy till I come"; that means keep working; keep preaching the Gospel and leading men and women into righteousness.

In Matthew 28:19-20, the Master instructed, "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen." He left us with a message; a message for the whole world about what He came to do in the world, so that when He comes back, many will be prepared for Him, and go with Him. Halleluiah!

That's why we're preaching. We're not just talking, or merely holding "religious" programmes. This isn't just to get people excited about Christianity; no! It's about Jesus Christ and His living message: that He came to die for us, and that God raised Him from the dead, and that He ascended into heaven, and He's alive today, and will come back one day, very soon.

How ready are you for the Master's soon return? You might ask, "When, and how soon is He coming back?" He's coming very soon; a lot sooner than many realize. All the things He told us will happen before He comes are happening exactly the same way He said they would. There aren't too many signs or events left to be fulfilled before the Master's soon return.

This is why we must keep preaching the Gospel, letting men and women all over the world know that the end is near, the Master is coming again. He was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for Him shall He appear the second time without sin, unto salvation (Hebrews 9:28).

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for you for your grace upon the Church of Jesus Christ to effectively proclaim the Gospel and establish your righteousness in the hearts of men and women all around the world in these last days. Through the preaching and teaching of your Gospel of righteousness, the lost around us, and in the regions beyond, are snatched from destruction and damnation, into the glorious liberty of the sons of God, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
John 3:13
And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. ;

1 Corinthians 16:22
If any man love not the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha. ;

2 Timothy 4:2
Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 24:1-35,Exodus 26-27
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 12:10-21,Genesis 34

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#TeamBLW

The Diligent Bears Rule - Monday, February 2nd .

Pastor Chris

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute (Proverbs 12:24).

Proverbs 22:29 says, "Seesth thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men." Just as diligence brings you before kings and into honour, slothfulness, on the other hand, leads to poverty and self-imposed servitude. Proverbs 22:29 tells us that those who are slothful will stand before "mean men"; that phrase actually means "nobodies."

It's puzzling that some people could be described in the scriptures as "nobodies" or obscure and insignificant; people whose words and actions don't count! King Solomon called them vain men, meaning they're empty; their words and actions are worthless. What they say have no value or impact. Now, remember, the value of your personality reflects in your words. Therefore, if a man's words are vain, and without value, what does that tell you? He's obscure, or irrelevant.

The Lord Jesus said, "But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment" (Matthew 12:36). Such people, even though they're of value, devalued themselves by not being diligent. They weren't made nobodies by God, the society, or by other people; they made themselves so.

Be diligent in all you do and pay attention to details. God says the diligent person will never be obscure or insignificant. I'm sure that's what you want in your life. You want to be able to change things, and bring glory to the Lord Jesus Christ. You want to be excellent, effective and sound in your job, and gloriously fulfil your destiny in Christ! Then be diligent. That's the key! Be a man or woman of dignity, integrity and honour.

Confession...
My words are consistent with my Christ-nature and therefore have value! Now and always, I speak the words of faith. Through my words, I create a victorious and prosperous life, and set myself in a place of dominion, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Matthew 12: 35-37 A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. 36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned. ;

Proverbs 10:4
He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 23,Exodus 24-25
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 12:1-9,Genesis 33

Her shoes nko?

Set Among Kings - Sunday, February 1st .

Pastor Chris

Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men (Proverbs 22:29).

Some Bible translations use the word “serve” for “stand” in the verse above, suggesting that the man who is diligent in his business would “serve”before kings; but that’s not the picture. The word translated “stand” above actually means “to set oneself in position or in place”; whereas the word “before” used in the same verse means “in presence of.” This therefore, means that by being diligent in whatever you do, you set yourself up for greatness; you set yourself in position or in place among kings.“Kings” here isn’t merely referring to someone with a crown on his head. It’s a reference to authority, rulership, or the place of dominion. Whether it’s in an industry, or even service in the house of God, being diligent brings you into a place of honour, influence, authority and greatness.

If you’re a Pastor, for example, be diligent in your work; be committed to the ministry of the Word and prayer. Perform your pastoral duties faithfully and with diligence. Consider the words of Samuel to the people of Israel as he challenged them to serve God under their new king, Saul. Samuel maintained his role as
priest and intercessor saying, “Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way” (1 Samuel 12:23). How inspiring!

You have to pray for the people who are under you. It’s a responsibility. If Samuel considered it a sin against God not to pray for the Israelites, it’ll also be a sin against God for you not to pray for those whom God has placed under your care as a Pastor or leader in His vineyard. So, whatever you do, be diligent, and it’ll set you apart for honour.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for your grace in my life, and the ability to show care, and be diligent in all my duties and responsibilities. I’m full of wisdom, and continually receive thoughts and ideas from the Spirit that put me over, and give me the advantage always. I’m made for life, and set up for honour, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Daniel 6:3;
Now Daniel so distinguished himself among the administrators and the satraps by his exceptional qualities that the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.

Proverbs 12:24:
Diligent hands will rule,but laziness ends in forced labor.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 22:15-46 Exodus 22-23
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 11:21-30 Genesis 32

gradeA:
Gombs my man, I hail you. Hope your pulling
through just fine.

Did you remain in abj?

Nope, I moved down south south. Pm me joor

jingh:
you are so stupid
if dat the right thing to write after reading this ?
hediot

I agree o!

Have you gotten your PVC? All these shidrens sef!

That your friend that sells data, how can I reach him sef?

Moronic

I mean...like he's having seizures.

Heard he's about to break new records ie beating the guy in pic below!

I feel so sorry for him by May 30th. EFCC gonna be all over him like white on rice

Dear Lord!

Is that not an APC state? Rochas shey?Strange deaths in APC states lately.
RIP to the fellow...in other news,

GEJ till armageddon .

Pa Buhari nko?

They should re-enlist him into the army, court marshal him, strip him of all honors, arrest him, persecute him and jail him. Henceforth, he should be referred to Alhaji Buhari till further notice. See his math answer sheet below as of 1961. I was told he ought to have grade G10, but they just gave him F9. He was owing Cambridge marks sef.

Sometimes eh, the way we do things in this country really tires me. It's nice they caught that guy, but what happens to the biggest?

GEJ till 2019
Up Arsenal

Trees Of Righteousness! - Saturday, January 31st .

Pastor Chris

To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified (Isaiah 61:3).

The Lord Jesus was in the Synagogue on a certain day and was called up to read the Scriptures. He opened to the book of Isaiah, read the scripture above, and concluded by saying to the people: “…This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears” (Luke 4:21).

Today, that same scripture is fulfilled in us, the new creation in Christ Jesus. The Lord has produced in each one of us, trees of righteousness. We’re the planting of the Lord; He planted us in His garden and has made us co-workers with Him. 1 Corinthians 3:9 tells us, “…we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building.” Meaning as Christians, we’re God’s field; we’re His garden, and in that field, there are trees and there are grasses. Zechariah 10:1 says, “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.” Notice, the rain is to be poured on every one grass, but we’re trees. We’re in God’s farm yard as fellow labourers with God, as trees of righteousness, producing other trees of righteousness.

So, when I, as a tree of righteousness, produce other trees of righteousness and we be come trees of righteousness, we’re a fruitful field. And by the Holy Spirit, as we all continue to multiply, we become a forest. The Lord Jesus, when He read from Isaiah 61, said that scripture was fulfilled in His day. Now, Jesus Christ is gone to heaven and we’re walking in His shoes, in His steps. We’re the ones the Spirit of God is upon today, and like Jesus spoke back then, we too can say today, “The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound.”

That’s our message to the world. He sent us with the Holy Spirit to go and preach His message and bring people out of bondage and out of darkness; to bind up the brokenhearted. That’s what we do as trees of righteousness. We bear fruits of righteousness.

Confession...
I’m a tree of righteousness, planted by the Lord. No matter how strong the contrary winds blow, my life is unshakable, because I’m firmly rooted in Christ. I’ll never be discouraged or disadvantaged because I’m the planting of the Lord.

Further Study:
Philippians 1:9-11
And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment; 10 That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ; 11 Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.

John 15:5
I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. ;

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

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 21:33-22:1-14,Exodus 20-21
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 11:11-20,Genesis 31

Success Is Not Accidental - Friday, January 30th .

Pastor Chris

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

To be a success in any field of human endeavour, whether in business, politics or in some kind of commerce, is not by accident. It must be prepared for; the future belongs to those who prepare for it. The one who fails to plan has most certainly planned to fail. That means nothing just happens. You make things happen.

Many good things can happen for you along the path of life without you necessarily preparing for them. But that’s just like ripe oranges falling off the tree; the best ones don’t fall like that all the time; you’ve got to pluck them off the tree. For example, you didn’t wait for salvation to “fall” on you. Though the Bible tells us the Lord Jesus consummated the work of salvation on the Cross and made it available to everyone, some people will still go to hell because they didn’t accept it. That’s not God’s fault; it was a choice they made not to accept it.

As a child of God, you’re the offspring of success, because your heavenly Father is a success. Jesus Christ is a success; you therefore, can’t be anything less. Success is your birthright. However, just because you’ve got the genes of success in you doesn’t mean you’re going to live up to your calling. You’ve got to do something about it. You’ve got to organize yourself for it. Plan for it and work towards it.

Success and failure are neither accidental nor mysterious. If you consistently practise the principles of success according to God’s Word, as recorded in our opening verse, you’re guaranteed to experience good success in every area of your life. On the other hand, the one who lives without vision, purpose and a sense of direction, will certainly experience failure in life. For many years, I’ve exceeded my goals, and the reason is simple: I chose to win and applied the principles of success. Success isn’t accidental, and it’s not enough to hope for it; you make it happen and it’ll be so.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for guiding me in the path of life and leading me in the way of supernatural success and permanent prosperity. I make my way prosperous and consistently experience good success as I meditate on the Word and speak it forth with boldness, in Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Further Study:
Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 21:1-32,Exodus 18-19
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 11:1-10,Genesis 30

Pride? What was the reason for the pride?
The rest of your post has been answered

You’re Above All Things! - Thursday, January 29th .

Pastor Chris

And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church (Ephesians 1:22).

1 Corinthians 15:25, talking about the Lord Jesus, says, “For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.” This isn’t about Jesus reigning in heaven; rather, it’s about Him reigning in the earth. Legally, God has put all things under the feet of Jesus (Ephesians 1:22). Isaiah 9:6 says, “…and the government shall be upon his shoulder….” This is so powerful, because it introduces our connection to it. If He had said, “and the government shall be upon His head,” that would have meant the Lord Jesus, because He’s the head, and we’re His body.

Therefore, the government being upon His shoulders means His reign, His rulership and authority, is upon the Church; its borne by us. Halleluiah! This means even if you were the least in the Church—the last little toe of the foot—you’re still above all things, because all things have been placed under the feet of Jesus. This is a settled fact in heaven. God already said so, and nothing can change it. The Lord Jesus, through the Church, must reign over all things.

What this means is that in these last days, you’re expected to arise, take up the arms of faith, and be strengthened in the things of God. Speak the Word with boldness and see it come to pass. The world and the fullness thereof has been given to you. Therefore, be bold to possess the earth, because the rulership is in your hands. Exercise dominion and take charge of your life; command every contrary storm to be calm in the Name of Jesus! Refuse to be sick, poor, or defeated. Rule over circumstances.

Confession...
I’m what God says I am. Christ in me is my victory and glory in this life! I’m a member of His body, of His flesh and of His bones, ruling, reigning, and prevailing with Christ over the world and circumstances! Greater is He that’s in me than he that’s in the world.

Further Study:
Ephesians 2:6
And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: ;

Psalm 110:2
The Lord shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion: rule thou in the midst of thine enemies.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 20:17-34,Exodus 16-17
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 10:34-42,Genesis 29

Sunnybobo3:
The video is still on YouTube, here's the link; The Real Buhari - The Documentary:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlB6UY6ObSg

Thanks alot sir

Thread closed

I was curious about what the hype of a purported video about Buhari, that I went on YouTube to watch, I was awed to say the least. But I stopped around 22 minutes and tried downloading it. It was 151mb only for the 55min video, I didn't download it because my modem last night had only 84mb left.

This morning, I tried continuing on my tab, only to find out that the video has been removed!

Question is why? Any reasons? Please did any Nairalander download it? If any did, please put up a Dropbox link for me.

God bless Nigeria.

benjibabs:
Do we have an example in the bible we can reference?

I thought you just quoted one?

A quick quiz bro, what do you think led to Satan's rebellion?

Yup! We can send our angels on errand! God send us both (angels and man). He's the Boss

He Wants You Strengthened - Wednesday, January 28th .

Pastor Chris

For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man (Ephesians 3:14-16).

The Spirit of God, through the Apostle Paul, prays in our opening verse, desiring that according to the riches of God’s glory, you’d be strengthened with might in your inner man—your spirit. This prayer is evidently the will of God for you; He wants you invigorated with divine energy in your spirit. Now, what should be your response to this? Remember, the Spirit already prayed this prayer through the Apostle Paul.

Your response, therefore, should be: “Thank you blessed Father; I am strengthened with might in my inner man by the Holy Ghost!” Make this declaration about yourself repeatedly. Declare that you’re strong on the inside; you’re invigorated with miracle-working ability. You may look weak on the outside, but inside you is the strength of almighty God. That means you’re up to any task; you can do anything. Your abilities are unlimited. Nothing is impossible for you to accomplish, because you’re sufficient in God’s sufficiency (2 Corinthians 3:5).

Make bold to say like Paul, “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). If you ever feel weak inside, say, “God has granted me (call your name), according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might by His Spirit in my inner man.” Having made the declaration, don’t wait for something to happen outwardly first, or a sign; receive it, because it’s God’s will revealed. Then, function with the consciousness of one who has been strengthened. That’s how you take advantage of God’s provisions in the Gospel for your benefit.

Confession...
I thank you heavenly Father, for the power of your Spirit in my life! Even now, I’m strengthened with might by the Holy Ghost in my inner man! I can do all things through Christ who energizes and infuses me with miracle-working ability! I’m sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency! Halleluiah!

Further Study:
Ephesians 6:10
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. ;

Psalm 27:1
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? ;

2 Timothy 4:17
Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and that all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 19:16-20:16,Exodus 15
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 10:23-33,Genesis 28

At least a break from 'massive' pic of political rallies. I can't wait for February to come and go.

God bless Nigeria.

@Topic, I don't really care what's up with Dbanj. God bless him though.

Because I see Him in all creation....daily

Propelled By Wisdom - Tuesday, January 27th .

Pastor Chris

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding (Proverbs 4:7).

The Word of God is the wisdom of God. It makes no difference how educated you are, how many books you’ve read, or what you think you know in life, or about life; if you don’t have the Word in you, you can’t function in the wisdom of God. All you’d have is the wisdom of men, and the wisdom of men can only take you some distance, because it’s limited; but the wisdom of God will take you all the way. So, you need the wisdom of God. Wisdom—the wisdom of God—is the principal thing; therefore, get wisdom (Proverbs 4:7).

With wisdom you have it made; you’re set up for a life of endless victories and unlimited possibilities, where the miraculous becomes your daily experience. For example, in Exodus 14:16, God instructing Moses, said, “…lift thou up thy rod, and stretch out thine hand over the sea, and divide it: and the children of Israel shall go on dry ground through the midst of the sea.”

This was the wisdom of God in action. This beats human imagination. The wisdom of man (science) can’t accept that anyone could divide the sea, the Red Sea at that, with a mere rod; but this was God’s science. He knew it’ll work. He wasn’t “trying” to perform a miracle; He, in fact, instructed Moses to do it, and Moses acted on His Word and it produced result.

The Bible says, “The LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding” (Proverbs 2:6). You can’t be more successful than the level of wisdom that you have in you, and through God’s Word, wisdom is not only imparted to your spirit, it’s also increased. Go for wisdom today! God’s wisdom gives you an excellent mindset, an excellent way of thinking and doing things. Then you’ll find yourself making excellent decisions, and walking in the perfect will of God. You’ll always be glad about your decisions and choices because you’re propelled by wisdom to be in the center of God’s will all the time.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I declare that your wisdom is functioning in me mightily and I’m excelling in good judgment, having the right ideas and making the right decisions, always. I’m filled with the knowledge of your will, in all wisdom and spiritual understanding, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
James 1:5
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. ;

Proverbs 9:10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 19:1-15, Exodus 13-14
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 10:12-22, Genesis 27

When His Glory Overshadows You · Monday, January 26th

Pastor Chris

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

Luke 1:35 highlights for us the conception of Jesus in the womb of Mary. It says, "And the angel answered and said unto her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee: therefore also that Holy thing which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God." The Holy Spirit overshadowed Mary and Jesus was conceived in her womb.

Our opening verse presents a similar scenario with regard to His resurrection. It tells us that the Lord Jesus was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father; the glory of the Father here refers to the presence of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit overshadowed the "dead" body of Jesus, and life came back to His body. Being born again, this same Holy Spirit, the glory of the Father, has taken up His abode in your spirit; He resides in you. 1 Corinthians 3:16 says, "Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?" So, you don’t need to look for the glory of God outside of you; He’s right in your heart.

Therefore, to enjoy the riches of His glory, all you need do is look inwards and make contact with the glory in your heart. Worshipping God connects you with the glory. When you worship Him via singing, you connect your mouth with your heart, and your spirit makes contact with His realm. That connects you with the glory in your heart. The moment this happens, the power of the Highest will overshadow you, and miracles will follow. No sickness, disease or infirmity can remain in your body when the glory of God overshadows you that way!

Confession...
The glory of God is risen upon me, and I manifest that glory everywhere. The power, beauty, and excellence of God resides in my spirit; and through me, His righteousness is established, and His grace and love are revealed to men. Today, and always, I display the wonderful deeds and perfections of Him who has called me out of darkness into glory and virtue! Blessed be God!

Further Study:
Colossians 1:27;
To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:

Ephesians 5:18-19
18 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;
19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;

1 year Bible reading plan: Exodus 10-12 Matthew 18:15-35
2 year Bible reading plan: Matthew 10:1-11 Genesis 26

Perfect And Complete In Him! - Sunday, January 25th .

Pastor Chris

I know that, whatsoever God doeth, it shall be for ever: nothing can be put to it, nor any thing taken from it: and God doeth it, that men should fear before him (Ecclesiastes 3:14).

Whatever God does is perfect and eternal. When He made you, He made you perfect and it wasn’t part of His plan for your kidneys, heart, lungs or any other organ in your body to fail. He made you perfect and complete, with nothing missing. No wonder the Word says you’re complete in Him (Colossians 2:10).

Genesis 1:31 says, “And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day.” Notice, it doesn’t say everything that He had made was partially good; no! They were very good; and you’re the cream, the best and most sublime, of all that He created. He’s the only One who can tell us about His creation, and we need to have the right mindset about who we are and our heritage in Christ. If He has said He made you perfect and complete, then that’s it! Believe it, confess it, and live accordingly.

Colossians 4:12 tells us something beautiful; it says, “Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently1 for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God.” Epaphras was here interceding for the brethren and desired for them to stand perfect and complete. The word, “perfect” is translated from the Greek “teleios”; it actually means “maturity,” “a completeness”; that is, being brought to full age. While the word, “complete” in that same verse, means “pleroo” (Greek), meaning “to be full,” and in need of nothing.

Thus, the Spirit’s prayer for the Church, through Epaphras, is for us to become mature in the things of God, and be full in such a way as to require nothing; it’s for us to be whole, perfect, and sound. That’s the way Jesus was; He was perfect and entire, wanting nothing. What a life! This is God’s dream for you; live accordingly.

Confession...
I know who I am; I’m the seed of Abraham! The world belongs to me. I reign and rule over circumstances by the power of the greater One who lives in me! He lives in my spirit, in my soul, and in my body! No failure for me, and no defeat on my path; I’m moving from glory to glory! Halleluiah!

Further Study:
James 1:4
But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. ;

3 John 1:2
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 17:14-18:14,Exodus 8-9
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 9:27-38,Genesis 25

God bless Nigeria.

Let her come o, no place like home. Come and join us vote GEJ till 2019

“Take No Thoughts” - Saturday, January 24th .

Pastor Chris

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God (Philippians 4:6).

Thoughts come to us all the time. Even now, your mental receptacle system is working, and myriads of signals are coming through your mind. Your mind could be processing something that happened in the past, or something you’re expecting to happen in future. You could even be thinking about a loved one, your office, your car…anything; right now.

When thoughts rush at us like that, the tendency is for us to “take” one or more of such thoughts, and ruminate or brood over them. This leads to worry, and God never wants us to worry; rather, He wants us to be “careful for nothing….” The word, “careful” is from the Greek “Merimnao,” which means, “to take thought,” to be anxious about, or center your mind in such a way as to be concerned and distracted. When you “take” thoughts, that is, allow yourself to be worried over anything, those thoughts draw you away and get you distracted. Therefore, when negative thoughts come to you, trying to get your attention and pull you away, God says, “Don’t take them!”

The Lord Jesus alluded to the same thing in Matthew 6:25-26; He said, “...take no thought (Merimnao) for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on….Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them….” Don’t worry about what you’re going to eat, drink, or wear. The people of the world seek after these things, but your heavenly Father knows you need them. Act like the birds; trust the Lord to take care of you.

Instead of “taking thoughts,” tell the Lord what you want, through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving. He’s big enough to take care of you; He knows exactly what you need, which is the reason He’s made all things yours in Christ. Have this consciousness; and when you do, the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will garrison your heart and mind through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the consolation, comfort, and strength that I derive from your Word! I refuse to worry or be bothered about anything, knowing that all my needs are met in Christ! Thank you for bringing me into a place of peace and prosperity, righteousness, glory, and dominion, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Psalm 23:1
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. ;

Philippians 4:19
But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 16:13-17:13,Exodus 6-7
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 9:14-26,Genesis 24

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Mynd44
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Why Still The “God Of Jacob”? - Friday, January 23rd .

Pastor Chris

And God said moreover unto Moses, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, The LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath sent me unto you: this is my name for ever, and this is my memorial unto all generations (Exodus 3:15).

The Bible shows us quite clearly that God is very interested in the meaning of names. Hence, He changed the name of Abram (exalted father) to Abraham (father of many), and Jacob (deceiver) to Israel, meaning a prince. However, you’d notice that even after changing Jacob’s name to Israel, he still introduced Himself to Moses as the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Why still the God of Jacob, since He had changed the man’s name to Israel? After all, He didn’t say, “I’m the God of Abram,” but “the God of Abraham.”

The reason is that God was at the time concerned about the attitude of Israel as a nation. The people of Israel at that time acted in a manner that wasn’t consistent with God’s will for them. They acted in a way that depicted them as not different from other nations, and whenever they so acted, He called them Jacob. However, when they acted according to His Word, He called them Israel. Israel means a prince of power with God, whereas Jacob means swindler or deceiver. Thus, in saying, “I’m the God of Jacob,” instead of Israel, He lets us know that irrespective of Israel’s behaviour, He was still their God, and remained faithful to them.

It reveals something about the character of God: He’s faithful to us even when we’re not. He doesn’t change His character because of your character and behaviour. Whether you act like “Jacob” or you act like “Israel,” His Word concerning you is steadfast: He has loved you with an everlasting love (Jeremiah 31:3); He’s already accepted you as His very own (Ephesians 1:6). He doesn’t turn His back on you just because you erred.

God’s promises and blessings are not for you because you have acted like “Israel”; they’re yours because you’re in Christ. However, He expects you to be steadfast and unmovable, with unshakable faith in His Word.

Prayer...
I thank you precious Father, for your unwavering faithfulness towards me; I’m safe and secure in your eternal love, confident that you’ll never leave me nor forsake me. Thank you for being my ever-present help in time of need; I love you with all my heart, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Romans 11:29
For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance. ;

Isaiah 54:10
For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy on thee.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 15:29-16:12,Exodus 3-5
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 9:1-13,Genesis 23

The Expression Of The Christ-life! - Thursday, January 22nd .

Pastor Chris

To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:27).

Christianity is the unveiling of Christ in you. It’s the outworking of the Word of God in a human person. The Christian, essentially, is the expression of the Word of God; the image of the Word, such that every step you take, and all the things you do are the outworkings of the Word of God. That’s what Jesus was when He walked the earth; He was the unveiling of the Word: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us…” (John 1:14). He was the manifestation of God; the express image of His person!

Now that you’re in Christ, you’re the express image of Christ. You’re Christ alive in your world today! In your family, workplace, neighbourhood, city, and country—in that place where you are—you’re the Christ that they see. Therefore, the words you speak, the life you live, the way you do the things you do, should express the Christ-life. When people look at you, they should see the glory of the new creation.

You’re a God-carrying vessel; you make manifest the savour of His knowledge and glory in every place (2 Corinthians 2:14). His presence is evident in your words and deeds; He manifests His love, power, compassion, and grace to the world today through you. Carry this consciousness with you every day, that Christ is alive in you, blessing lives, and changing generations.

God’s dream for your life is that Christ will express Himself through you; and that’s true success—the image of Christ in you—how much His personality and character are revealed through you. Your goal, therefore, should be to be more and more like Him; talking like Him, and relating to others like Him. Everything you do should be about the manifestation of Christ in you—His excellence expressed through you, for you’re His living tabernacle.

Confession...
My life is the expression of the glory of Christ; He’s unveiled in me to my world today! The divine life is manifested through me, and I bring others into this life through the Gospel. I live in the consciousness of my divine life and origin in Christ, knowing that His wisdom, ability, and power are working in, and through me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
John 1:14
And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. ;

Colossians 1:27
To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 15:1-28,Exodus 1-2
2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 8:23-34, Genesis 22

Bidam:
A Prophecy for Nigeria

By Bill Hamon (Given on June 2nd 2011 during the CGMi School Ministry)

Thus saith the LORD, I have chosen My Nigerian Church to be an instrument in My Hand to fulfill My Will for this Nation. I am giving you an open door and an open heaven for the next four years to establish My Kingdom in Nigeria.

The President of this nation will establish a council of influential leaders in the Nation to help him solve the problems of the Nation. Your Archbishop will be invited to be a member of that Council.

God will cause a new product to be discovered in the ground of Nigeria soil. It will increase the economy and wealth of Nigeria. The LORD says, as you send out more ministers to the Nations, I will raise up even greater leaders in your own Nation.

I want My Church to be My Army of Kingdom Enforcers. I am depending on you to defeat My enemies, by tearing down the strongholds of the enemies and their heavenly places.

The devil is planning an uprising from the North. I want My Church to fight and destroy the evil forces in the invisible realm while the Nation's soldiers are fighting in the natural realm.

My Church Army who fight for me will be the deciding factor that restores peace to the Nation and gives it a future of peace and prosperity.

If My Church will show up for the battle, I will be your Captain and lead you in the battle to obtain a decisive victory.

Begin to pray and decree for My Kingdom to come and My Will to be done in Nigeria as it is in Heaven, saith the LORD your God.

We're fully geared by the Spirit, i personally have been waging war on them, and the church will prevail. Thanks buddy for sharing.

Seun Osewa, when will you create a share button that can enable me share a post from Nairaland to facebook, twitter, whatsapp, etc? For pete's sake this is 2015!

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Mynd44
Obinoscopy

you gus should explain to seun is plainer terms what i mean. thanks in advance.