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We Imitate The Father Through The Spirit! · Friday, September 19th

Pastor Chris

Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children (Ephesians 5:1).

We made a very vital point in our previous study that in Christianity, we don’t try to imitate Christ. What we’re called to do is to "live" Christ. We’re, however, admonished to be followers or imitators of our heavenly Father. Now, is this possible? Can we imitate the Father in our daily life? Yes, we can and should: but how? First, understand that Christ lives in you; He’s your life; therefore, all you have to do is live out the Christ-life.

However, we don’t see the Father. The Father never really lived here in the earth, per se. When Jesus was physically present in the earth, He said, "I do what I see my Father do" (John 5:19). Jesus healed the sick because that was what He saw the Father do. He emulated the Father. Now, where was the Father? And who’s this Father He was referring to? It’s the Holy Spirit!

In John 14:10, Jesus called the Holy Spirit "the Father that dwells in me." So, the way to follow or emulate the Father is by following the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit brings you the presence of the Father; that’s why you can know the Father, even though you’ve never seen Him. He helps us know His ways, making it easy for us to copy Him. The Holy Spirit lives through us, speaks to us, and gives us the right picture of the Father, so we can see Him and emulate Him.

Prayer...
Dear Father, through your Word and by the Spirit, my life is an expression of your Person; your love, kindness, grace, wisdom and glory are revealed in, and through, me to my world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
1 Peter 2:21-23(KJV)

21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:
22 Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth:
23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:

1 year Bible Reading Plan: Galatians 3:26-4:1-20 Isaiah 1-2

2 year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Timothy 4:9-16 Jeremiah 37

[quote author=OLAADEGBU]

How will you be aware that you should be busy defending gospel of Christ since you've been busy defending the gospel of Chris Oyakhilome?

"Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints. For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ" (Jude 1:3-4).

Jude 1:3Living Bible (TLB)

3 Dearly loved friends, I had been planning to write you some thoughts about the salvation God has given us, but now I find I must write of something else instead, urging you to stoutly defend the truth that God gave once for all to his people to keep without change through the years.

Obviously, your defence of the gospel has a different meaning, I'm sure that's not the gospel of Papa Kumuiyi, but that of a brazen busy body.

So, this thread is your defence and promotion of the gospel? Hahhahhaahaahhaahahaha, and I was thinking I've seen it all on NL?

And I don't expect you or your administrators to understand that Christians will be persecuted for their faith according to the gospel.

Eyaaa....i know where this is heading, let me sit down and watch u moan.

https://i26.tinypic.com/rii715.gif

"Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution" (2 Timothy 3:12).

No doubt, so is Chris Oyakhilome, Oyedepo and T.B Joshua, Benny Hinn, etc, if u aren't persecuted, you never start. Shey now I'm persecuting you shey?

Since you've convinced your administrators to move this thread to this section

I actually didn't, but any sane mind would know this thread does not belong to religion section, only busy bodied hate spreaders think otherwise. Good job Mynd44

they might as well go ahead and ban me for defending the gospel of Christ,

Defending ke?
https://www.reactiongifs.com/r/bml.gif

You do your defending online? This thread is meant to defend the gospel? Hahhahhaahaahhaahahaha...thanks for the laugh buddy!

it's is part of the persecution that I bargained for when I accepted Christ as me Lord and Saviour.

So now you are being persecuted? Seun o! He's being persecuted by Gombs and Mynd44....open a section for him please!

Am out. Another of your numerous threads going for Nairaland's soak away, where most of it should be.

OLAADEGBU: You are entitled to your opinion. Some are here to promote the heresies and blasphemies of their so called "man of god" while others are here to [size=16pt]promote and defend the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.[/size]

So, how does this thread enhance the enlarged?... didn't know we had a commission from God to defend the gospel of Christ! Good to know your real ideology.

Meanwhile, answer, of what purpose Is this thread? What are you promoting and defending?

Dat sonorous voice "I worship yoooooooooou, I worship you, I worship you"

Awesome

Christ Revealed In You · Thursday, September 18th

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).

There’re those who argue that Christianity is the imitation of Christ, but they’re wrong. Christianity isn’t the imitation of Christ. Those who are trying to imitate Christ are working from the outside.

In Colossians 1:26-27, the Bible tells us, "Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints: 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." Christianity is the revelation of Christ in you. That’s God’s dream; that’s His plan and desire: Christ revealed in you!

Romans 3:23 says, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God"; this was due to Adam’s transgression. Now that salvation has been consummated, we’re no longer short of the glory; we’ve been given the glory of the Second Adam, Christ Jesus. Christ in you is the hope of glory. The life of Jesus Christ is made manifest in our physical bodies (2 Corinthians 4:10); what an awesome reality! When He died, you died in Him, and when He was raised from the dead, you were raised up together with Him, unto the transcendent life.

This is Christianity! You’re in Christ; He’s in you. You’re the revelation of His righteousness, glory and grace. No wonder the Word says His intent is to unveil His manifold wisdom to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, through the Church (Ephesians 3:10). True spiritual growth is determined by the extent to which Christ is revealed or manifested through you.

The revelation of Christ in us is much more than the imitation of Christ; it’s the understanding and expression of His character; His life and glory through us. Thus, we see that Christianity is not the imitation of Christ, but there’s an imitation of Christ in Christianity.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the life of Christ in me that makes me supernatural. I was born to live the Christ-life and unveil your character, glory and life! I live above all the limitations of the human realm by the ability of your Spirit that’s at work in me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
 2 Corinthians 4:10-11 KJV
10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body

11 For we which live are always delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our mortal flesh.

[KJV] Philemon 1:6 That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.

1 year Bible reading plan: Galatians 3:15-25 Songs of Solomon 6-8
2 year Bible reading plan: 1 Timothy 4:1-8 Jeremiah 36

OLAADEGBU: What do you think?

I think someone has a new habit of making every and anything their business, spreading hate, discord and stife instead of going on their knees and intercede.

[KJV] Proverbs 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.

[NLT] 1 Thessalonians 4:11 Make it your goal to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands, just as we instructed you before.

Mynd44: Whats the source of this? I did a search and nothing interesting came up

who else but Sharia Reporters?

osaroodion: nice thread bro...13 days to go.

already planning for my REACH OUT NIGERIA OUTREACH COMING UP NEXT SATURDAY. it's going to be awesome. truly Nigeria will never remain the same.

Yo meehn, that's how we roll

May I ask what's the purpose of this thread?

please post pictures of your church's custume day, carnival, music concert etc. Let's show the world how we love our country

Nigeria for the Gospel of Jesus

God bless Nigeria

13 days to go

In the aftermath of the Nation’s Golden Jubilee and a new political dispensation, the ReachOut Nigeria 2014 is aimed at fostering hope and faith in the heart of Nigerians to dream of a better and brighter future, and above all create the avenue for Nigerians to experience the love of Christ, which gives faith and confidence.
The Nigerian nation-state will never remain the same as the citizens receive hope, and have their patriotic zeal rekindled.

[size=20pt]Activities lined-up for this year’s ReachOut Campaign: [/size]
1. National Press Conference
2. Grand Launch and Unveiling
3. Free distribution
4. Community Projects
5. Daily Live Transmission

Join us to positively impact the country as we celebrate her 54th independence anniversary with the distribution of 20 million copies of the October 2014 Special Commemorative edition of Rhapsody of Realities in different formats and languages!

[size=20pt]How you can participate[/size]

1. Sponsor as many copies of Rhapsody of Realities as you want in any format and language.
2. Sign up your friends and loved ones to receive the free commemorative edition of Rhapsody of Realities in e-format. ...spread the awareness!!!

[size=20pt]Join Us[/size]
Nigeria will never remain the same again as the citizens receive hope through the “Messenger Angel,” Rhapsody of Realities.
So, come on! Come dressed in the nation’s national colours—Green and White—and join the carnival in your neighbourhood.

**Derailing, derogatory or insultive posts would b ignored.

cc:
Mynd44
Mukina2
OAM4J

pls help keep this thread neat.

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Wow! I'm inspired

Thank you sir/ma for visiting the thread, I've actually left this thread but for your mention. Remain blessed

I had expected that by now[b] no sane mind will take any report by Saharareporters serious[/b] because it is an online news medium which thrives on falsehood and survives on false propaganda and blackmail.

Exactly my thoughts since 1427. Sadly but surely, nairaland is heading the same direction with alarming speed.

PastorKun: So not believing pastor chris fake miracles is now the same as not believing Christ Slowly but surely we now know who your god is.

Joagbaje: The problem with them is not pastor chris. The problem with them is umbelief in the name of Jesus. If you check ,these people don't believe that healing is for today. They believe healing passed with the early church only. So admitting a miracle is an insult to their theology. Anyone who doesn't believe the word will never believe even in the face of miracle.
Luke 16:31
And he said to him, If they will not give attention to Moses and the prophets, they will not be moved even if someone comes back from the dead.

Do you have reading and comprehension problems?

PastorKun: Mr Strive is one of Africa's richest men yet he could not afford to pay for his 5% equity in econet wireless Nigeria Abeg cut the the crap and stop. Feeding us with thrash. The fact that he is cec biggest mugu does not make him rate in Africa.

Google is your friend!
Meanwhile, http://www.forbes.com/profile/strive-masiyiwa/

Quit hating, he is a mugu, n you better thinking, yet he's richer than your entire local government

WinsomeX: Go to the healing school for a two week period with a sick person and come and tell us what you observe. That's all I am asking.

Even at that, you will not still believe. Mba said he took one there, did you believe?

I did not say God does not heal on that post or anywhere on nl. Neither do I need information "reported" to you. Give us a day by day observation of what goes on in the healing school. Tell us whether the person you took there made the healing line. Tell us whether he was healed. Tell us what you observed of others who didn't make the line and why they didn't make it. Tell us what people were saying there. That's the only way to prove SirJohn a liar bc that's what he did.

Tell us.... gossips! Get one of your friends who's sick and fo there first hand. Now, don’t forget to not poison their minds. Remember, it's free, just get your TP ready

@ Joagbaje
Chris Oyakhilome must have bribed them all, he must have used juju on them all, including the whites and arabs and asians... and recently in Canada, those folks there are the most gullible, to be paid to stage act and and their neighbours who knew these guys before they came to the HS must be paid too...

Weirdly, Sir John's and DB threads can't save folks from being deceived and brainwashed. Maybe they need pray harder.

Two Ways To Give Him Glory · Wednesday, September 17th

Pastor Chris

He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God (Romans 4:20).There’re two major ways of giving glory to God. The first one is to testify. And how do you testify? There’re three ways to testify; the first is by declaring what God did for you before the Lord Himself.

Secondly, you testify with your offering. Many don’t understand the power of the offering; it’s a testimony. When you give God your offering, it’s not a collection; it’s a sacred thing, holy unto the Lord. As you give it, you’re testifying and giving glory to Him in your life. Read about Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, David, and his son Solomon; they all gave offerings upon offerings in worship to God. From time to time, these patriarchs would worship with offerings.

The third way to testify is to tell others; make known to others that which the Lord has done in, with, and for you. Thus, you live your life before others every day, in faith, and manifesting His righteousness. So, when people see you and say, "This fellow never gets discouraged no matter what happens. He always stands his ground on the Word. He must really trust in the Lord!" That’s a testimony. These three form the number one way of giving glory to God.

The second way of giving glory to God is by speaking or shouting "Glory!" This is revealed in Psalms 29:9 (NIV): "…And in his temple all cry, "Glory!" Did you notice it doesn’t say, "…every one should whisper Glory!" You can therefore imagine how Abraham must have lived; he was constantly shouting "Glory," in spite of his precarious condition in the eyes of other men. We do that too a lot of times when we’re led by the Spirit to shout "Glory!"

It makes no difference where you are, or what you’re facing; irrespective of the daunting task or challenges, shout "Glory!" As you do, the Lord’s presence and power will be manifested in your situation!

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for your kindness, faithfulness, and love. I thank you for the miracles you’ve wrought in my life, and the testimonies that abound. I’ll declare your mighty works and tell of your grace to all around me. Great are you, Lord, and greatly to be praised, now and forever, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study: 
Luke 17:17-19
[KJV] Luke 17:17 And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine?
[KJV] Luke 17:18 There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger.
[KJV] Luke 17:19 And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole.

1 year Bible reading plan: Galatians 3:1-14 Songs of Solomon 3-5
2 year Bible reading plan: 1 Timothy 3:8-16 Jeremiah 35

Yo meeehn, I'm subscribing...be right back

haibe: Loss Made by the Shopkeeper = Profit Made by the
Lady + Profit made by the next Shopkeeper John

Profit made by the lady = #800 Cash + #200 good = #1000

Profit Made by the John = #0 (Because he cancelled
the note-exchange that occurred earlier)

Loss made by the Shopkeeper = #1000 + #0 = #1000

Another way to look at it

At the beginning, the shopkeeper has say #0 and
goods worth # 200.

His net worth = 200

The lady gave him #1000 note with 0 real value.
His net worth = 200

He gets change for #1000 note from other shop

His net worth = #1200

He gives away # 200 worth goods, #800 in cash to the
lady.

His net worth = #1200 - 200- 800 = # 200

The other shop owner comes back and takes away #1000 from him.

His net worth = #200- #1000 = -800

His net worth dropped from #200 to # -800
Total loss = #1000

Correct

missdebs: if u hav respect 4 d man of God, let his private life be

It beats my imagination dear, why a large percentage of Nairalanders can't or just don't want to mind their businesses?

But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever: Amen. (2 Peter 3:18).

The grace-advantage is the power of promotion. It brings acceptability, honour and dignity into your life such that others see the beauty and excellence of God in you. The grace of God has been made available to everyone of us in abundance (Ephesians 4:7); it’s the lifting power of God that attracts the right people, materials and resources you need to function in God’s destiny for your life. As one who’s graced of God, there’s a divine aura about you that attracts good to you. Even in challenging situations, that grace gives you the advantage and causes you to rise above every adversity.

Never struggle to be accepted at work, in school, at home or anywhere; you have the grace-advantage. All you need is to recognize and be strong in the grace of God: “Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus” (2 Timothy 2:1). To be strong is the grace of God is to be conscious of, and take advantage of it! You’re the seed of Abraham; therefore the grace for prosperity is working in you twenty-four hours a day! That grace puts you ahead and positions you for success like it did for Isaac, who sowed in a time of famine and reaped a hundredfold harvest in the same year (Genesis 26:12-13).

Even as the world battles a downturn, with major economies failing, you still have the advantage because you’re a child of grace. That’s why the Bible says “When men are cast down, then thou shall say, there is lifting up…” (Job 22:29). That’s because you have the grace-advantage; a lifting power that causes your life to move from glory to glory.

Testify! · Tuesday, September 16th

Pastor Chris

And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death (Revelation 12:11).

As a Christian, it’s important you testify of God’s goodness and the victories He has wrought through you. Our opening verse says, "… they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death." Learn to testify always! Let your environment feel the impact of your testimonies. Testify of the power of God’s Word. Testify of the miracles of God that you’ve witnessed and experienced in your personal life.

One important reason you must always testify is because not all the demons of darkness know you. Of course, they know you’re a believer in Christ Jesus, but they don’t know your personality. Therefore, they’ll test you to know whether you’re full of fear or not; they’ll want to test you to know whether or not you’re trained. So, when you get to a new environment, the first thing you should do is to start testifying. Testify of the workings of the Word of God in your life. Testify of the triumphs of your faith.

When you testify, the demons that are close by will hear your words and begin to transmit your profile to other demons. Soon enough, they’ll become careful not to toy with you or anyone connected to you. Do you know why? Demons are proud figures who don’t like to be disgraced; so they’ll stay off you.

However, if you don’t testify, they wouldn’t know what God has done in your life and with your life, and so, they’ll be hanging around occasionally, throwing darts at you; maybe in the form of fever or headache, or even stir up issues against you at work, because they don’t know who you are. But when they know you, they back off. So, be quick to always share your testimonies.

Confession...
The Lord is my light and my salvation; He’s made me an overcomer and more than a conqueror! Greater is He that is in me, than he that is in the world. I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. Glorious things are spoken of me. Halleluiah!

Further Study: 
Psalms 27:1-2 KJV
 1  A Psalm of David. 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  When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.

1 year Bible reading plan: Galatians 2:1-21 Songs of Solomon 1-2
2 year Bible reading plan: 1 Timothy 3:1-7 Jeremiah 34

https://www.nairaland.com/1902652/difference-between-man-god-preacher

My opinion

I guess I am done here! May God's Spirit rest on you all, Amen

shdemidemi:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjFlumZ_Um4


Never cringed this much in my entire life. The gospel of God and the body of Christ brought to the lowest and miry decadence by religious gladiators in Nigeria. The entire church movement in Nigeria seem to draw a semblance with the political system in the country.

This guy describes Gombs and mba emeka as though he lives with them.

https://www.reactiongifs.com/r/tumblr_n254pmd7R81qfo87uo2_250.gif

thanks for the laugh.. 23 mins video of a dude who aint even in CEC, why link me to him na?