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The Communion Of His Body And Blood - Sunday, November 1st .

Pastor Chris

For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, that the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread: And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me (1 Corinthians 11:23-24).

“Can those who are not born again take the Holy Communion?” someone may ask. No, they can’t. The one who hasn’t given his heart to Christ can’t partake of His life, because the Holy Communion is the communion of the body and blood of Christ. The only way to become one with the Lord is to be born again—to be born into Christ. Everyone who has taken this step qualifies to receive the communion anytime. By partaking of the communion, you reaffirm your oneness with the Lord, reminding yourself of who you are.

We do this according to the instructions of the Master, not so we can remember Him as one who just died for no reason, no! His vicarious death was for a reason. He died so that we may live, and now we live.

In participating in the communion, we remember Him in a celebration of life. No matter the difficulties and challenges you might be facing, as you take the communion, declare that everything is all right. The greater One lives in you, and is in control of the situation. Your confession of victory should be bold and sound, because Christ has given you the dominion and the advantage in life. That’s what you affirm when you take the Holy Communion.

Christ has made you eternally triumphant! Let this be your consciousness as you take the communion. He said, “...do this in remembrance of me” (1 Corinthians 11:24); it’s something He wants us to do often, to inspire our faith again and again: our faith in His vicarious death, and resultant victory and glory on our behalf.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the joy of salvation, and the body of Jesus that was broken for me, so that I’ll never be broken or defeated in life. Thank you, for His blood that was shed for the remission of sins, and by which I’ve become a master over circumstances, a carrier of the divine life, and a joint-heir with Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Isaiah 53:3-5
He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not. 4 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. 5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

1 Corinthians 10:16-17
The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? 17 For we being many are one bread, and one body: for we are all partakers of that one bread.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Hebrews 1, Jeremiah 34-35

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 9:1-7, 1 Chronicles 1

This just got interesting... I'm too busy oooo... But, not after today.

Y'all will get my deserved attention tomorrow! Vooks, you the man... Of the moment...


Cheers

There’s More To Life - Saturday, October 31st .

Pastor Chris

There is far more to your inner life than the food you put in your stomach, more to your outer appearance than the clothes you hang on your body (Luke 12:23 MSG).

Living a comfortable life doesn’t mean that you have nice furniture, you ride a great car or that you have or live in a mansion, or you own a yatch etc. You can have all those things and not be at peace within. Meanwhile, someone can be in the pit, dungeon, or in prison, and be full of joy.

That’s what happened with many of the Apostles. Some were incarcerated, and others were ostracized, but they were all full of joy. The prophets of old had the same experience. They were punished for speaking the truth, and for doing what was right, but they were full of joy. So, joy is in your spirit; true satisfaction is in your spirit.

There’s more to life than the world’s symbols of prosperity. True prosperity isn’t about how many cars you own, or how many houses you’ve built. True prosperity is about the triumph of the Word of God in your life. Has the Word of God triumphed in your life? Has the Word gained mastery over your life? That’s what matters.

How prosperous do you want to be? How glorious do you want your life to be? If you’d meditate on the Word, you’ll have all-round prosperity! You’ll be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth fruit in due season; your leaves will not wither; and whatsoever you do shall prosper. Make the Word your delight and meditation, and your life will be full of glory.

True prosperity is about God’s grace upon your life that causes everything you’re involved with to succeed exceedingly. True prosperity comes with happiness, peace of mind and fulfillment. True prosperity is about the life of Christ revealed in you. True prosperity is having the totality of God’s blessings and grace, and the enablement to impart the same to others also.

Prayer...
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for showing me what true prosperity is. Your Word has taken centre stage and continually triumphs in my life. I solely depend on your promotion, prosperity, and supply always. Thank you for bringing me to a place of honour, excellence and glory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
1 Peter 1:7-8
That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: 8 Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory:

Luke 12:5
But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.

Mark 8:35-37
For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel's, the same shall save it. 36 For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? 37 Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Philemon 1:1-25, Jeremiah 33

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 8:44-59, 2 Kings 24-25

I sense a blanket condemnation on the Church, that one thing is not right doesn't mean all is wrong! The whole body of Christ is still being perfected and you don't expect things to be perfect until (Ephesians 4:13 KJV)
Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:

Only the spiritually discerned can make such observation.

WinsomeX, i've said it times and times again...if you have a perfect vision or direction of how the church of God should be, what have you done to that effect?

What have you done with the Message of our Lord Jesus Christ? All these write ups will no change anything, get into the streets... Get on your kneels. Simple.

His Word is Light - Friday, October 30th .

Pastor Chris

I am a stranger in the earth: hide not thy commandments from me (Psalm 119:19).

The opening verse was King David talking, and he was wise enough to know he was a pilgrim in the earth. His conclusion spelt out something remarkable about his yearning as he spoke to God: “…hide not thy commandments from me.” That means “Don’t hide your Word from me.”

Why was David so passionate about the Word of God? Let’s read Psalm 119:105: “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” He understood the power and impact of the Word of God. He knew the Word will help him; it was a lamp to give light, and a light to illuminate his path. He knew it wasn’t the “buying” of the Bible that gives light, or the hearing or the preaching that gives light, but the entrance of God’s Word; that’s what gives understanding to the simple (Psalm 119:130). So, it’s not about listening to sermons upon sermons; if the Word doesn’t get into your spirit, it’ll not give you light.

The earth is covered with spiritual darkness, but you need the light—the light of God’s Word—to navigate your way and chart your course victoriously through life. Be passionate about the Word. Let the Word guide and direct your steps!

God’s Word is the light that shows you what reality (truth) is; that’s what reveals the real you. Through the light of God’s Word, you see the beautiful things God has deposited in your spirit. Under His light, you’ll see that you’re more than a conqueror, and that nothing is impossible to you.

There’s so much glory and beauty inside you, but you can only see these good things under the light of God’s Word. God’s Word is the true light. As you study and meditate on it, your path in life will be flooded with light, and you’ll keep growing from glory to glory.

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for the glory of your Word. Your Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light that illuminates my path; thus, I see and apprehend the greater levels of glory you’ve ordained for me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Romans 12:2
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

John 8:12
Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Titus 3:1-15, Jeremiah 31-32

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 8:33-43, 2 Kings 23

marshalcarter:
No1-what was she doin in the hotel
No2-its hotel..so wat do you expect to find der....microphone and keyboard
No3-why must it be dat particular page whr the CD is kept she'll open
No4-she's aware of the KWANDOM
No5-who's the sum1
No6-you were there with her if not...how did you get the pix
No7-if you can't ans..probably..you are the sum1...you are the she....you are the OP
PDP members.....see dem deceiving demselves since 1209BC

Idiooooooot

Stay Positive - Thursday, October 29th .

Pastor Chris

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things (Philippians 4:8 ).

One of the many beautiful characteristics of the God-kind of love is that it believes only the best about others. Some people get themselves into trouble for believing all the wrong and negative things they heard about others. Never allow anyone bring some negative information into your life to defile the purity of your spirit. Don’t spend time thinking about the negative things, including negative information about other people.

There’re those who develop hatred for others because of what they heard about them. When you see others the way God sees them, you’ll never be negatively influenced by any purported negative information about them. The best thing is to see people and relate with them from the perspective of God’s love. Don’t let anyone incite a dislike in you against someone else. Stay on the positive. Stay with the good thoughts about everyone.

The Spirit of God shows us in our theme verse the kind of thoughts we should have; the things you should set your mind on. He doesn’t tell us to dwell on allegations against people. This is the Word of God. Practise it. You become the reflection of your thoughts. The Bible says as a man thinks in his heart, so is he (Proverbs 23:7). Imagine that your life is the reflection of the things itemized in Philippians 4:8. What a beautiful life that’ll be!

The same way you’re expected to be positive about people, you should also have a positive outlook on life; a positive mentality. When there’s a situation you need to deal with, perhaps in your health, or your finances, whatever it may be; be full of joy, because you know that anything is possible. The Word says, “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine...” (Proverbs 17:22). James 1:2 says count it all joy when you go through diverse tests; why? It’s because your victory is inevitable!

Refuse to allow anyone or anything knock the joy out of you. Challenges are for your promotion. So, be happy about life, about everyone and about everything! Glory to God!

Prayer...
Dear Lord, thank you for your Word that brings purity to my heart. I’m transformed and built up by your Word today, elevated to a higher level of glory, as I think on your Word, joyful and excited about my life and your blessings that I enjoy, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 ESV Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 19 Do not quench the Spirit.

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Romans 12:12
Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Titus 1-2, Jeremiah 29-30

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 8:22-32, 2 Kings 21-22

christemmbassey:
I thought tithe was oil well, now I know, its ARMED ROBBERY!!!

Warrefa bro!

SalC:
Lol see Gombs having a field day but why was no tract produced? could it be that the pay wasn't good enough, or no one accepted to print it or no one could come up with an enticing message, or maybe paper don finish for market?

But Gombs you are quite funny, were you so bothered by the proposed tract production that you were keeping tabs on it?

Seems like Frosbel finally found oil down there and had to deactivate. #Gombsmustunderstand# smh

Stay safe wherever you are @Frosbel.

I knew talk was cheap... it wasn't about the monies, or paper. It was simply bad behaviour, improper planning and self deceit.

I've been oppurtuned to handle publicity in one of our Crusades.. I know what it takes to publicise... these rookies only know noise making.

the guy definitely found oyel, and I wish him well.

The Epistles Of Christ! - Wednesday, October 28th .

Pastor Chris

…Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men: Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart (2 Corinthians 3:1-3).

As you study the Word of God, it’s important not to miss the salient points the Spirit of God wants you to grasp. An example of such powerful and important truth is what the Apostle Paul communicates in our opening scripture: we’re the epistles of Christ. What does this mean? It means we’re God’s message; His Word! Halleluiah!

Paul said, “For as much as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart” (2 Corinthians 3:3).

Here, he lets us know why we’re the epistles of Christ. Christ is the Word of God; now Paul says we’re the Word of Christ; you’re a message. No wonder He says you’re the light of the world. God is using you to give a message to the world every day; you’re manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ, written by the Spirit of the living God! That’s why you’re so peculiar!

John wrote concerning Jesus, “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” (John 1:14). When they saw Jesus in Bible days, they saw the Word; He was the Word that talked, walked, and lived amongst them. No wonder they called Him “Emmanuel,” meaning “God with us!”

However, today, in the New Testament, anyone who wants to see the Word of God should look at you! You’re the epistle of Christ today. So, when you study the New Testament, you’re looking at you. Someone might say, “No; that can’t be; only Jesus qualifies to be so described.” No! James 1:18 says, “Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth…”; meaning that you’re born of the Word of God. If you’re born of the Word of God, then you’re one with the Word.

Jesus is the Word of God made flesh. We’re the offspring of the Word of God. So, who are we? The Word—His epistles! Glory to God!

Confession...
I’m not an ordinary person; I’m the epistle of Christ. When men look at me, they see the manifestation of the Word of God. I’m a message read of all men, through whom many are coming to the knowledge of Christ! Glory to God!

Further Study:
2 Corinthians 3:18
But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.

1 Peter 1:23
Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Timothy 4:1-22, Jeremiah 26-28

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 8:12-21, 2 Kings 19-20

There’s Hope For You - Tuesday, October 27th .

Pastor Chris

For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope (Romans 15:4).

Psalm 30:5 says, “…weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” That pain, that challenge, is for a moment; therefore, don’t talk about it, talk to it; declare your victory. Many are fond of letting others know what they’re going through in life. You don’t need to announce your problems. Announce your salvation; announce your triumphs and successes.

Learn to look in the right direction. Look unto the blessed hope. That blessed hope is the Lord Jesus Christ. He’s no longer a stranger to you. He’s your Lord and Saviour! So, hold on to your hope, for He’s the anchor of your soul. Let Him change your thoughts, because through hope, your faith develops; your faith arises, because it’s when you hope for something that you believe for it. You must first have an anticipation; you must have an expectation.

The Bible says the expectation of the righteous shall not be cut off (Proverbs 23:18). Your expectation is unique to God. So, always be expectant and excited for the greater glory. If you have difficulties in any area—perhaps at work, in your finance, family, health, etc.—it’s not over for you, because there’s hope. Christ in you is the hope of glory. There’s glory for you in that situation.

Therefore, be positive about life, and walk with a sanctified mind. See through the Word always, and bask in the euphoria of your hope in the Lord.

Prayer...
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for the blessed hope I have in Christ. Your grace is sufficient for me in all things, and I see through your Word and function with the mind-set of the righteous. Thank you for making me the expression of your righteousness, and effulgence of your glory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

Proverbs 24:14
So shall the knowledge of wisdom be unto thy soul: when thou hast found it, then there shall be a reward, and thy expectation shall not be cut off.

Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Timothy 3:1-17, Jeremiah 23-25

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 8:1-11, 2 Kings 17-18

we will be back

Goshen360:
Bidam deactivated but on another handle. ...u know as e dey go naw....

which?

The Word In You—An Inside Force! - Monday, October 26th .

Pastor Chris

But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves (James 1:22).

The Word of God wasn’t given to us just to reveal some things to us about God; the Word of God was given to us to live by. Some people only believe the Word; but “believing” isn’t enough; you believe and then act accordingly! You haven’t really believed the Word if you weren’t compelled to act accordingly, because when you believe, you’re compelled to action. We believe to do! We don’t believe the Word for nothing.

In the Old Testament, they were told to obey the Word of God. In the New Testament, we don’t obey the Word of God; we do the Word of God! There’s a big difference between the two. In the Old Testament, the Word was to them an outside force. In the New Testament, it’s an inside force. The Word lives in us today; we’re born of the Word, and thus one with the Word. No wonder we’re called “the epistles” of Christ (2 Corinthians 3:3).

Let me explain something else about the Word that’s so powerful, and it’s important that you catch it: You might have heard the term “You’re what you eat!” What that means is that whatever you feed on goes into your body, and becomes a part of your system. In other words, when you eat physical food, it goes into your system, becomes one with your body and does its work, building it and causing growth and maintenance.

In the same vein, when you “eat” the Word, through study and meditation, the Word goes into your system and becomes one with your spirit! You become the “Word” that you eat. That “Word” becomes a force—an energy—that propels you to act accordingly.

The Word in you will regulate your thoughts and actions, and cause you to walk in righteousness. Acts 20:32 says the Word is able to build you up.

Prayer...
The Word of God is my life and my sustenance; I’m growing steadily by the Word into a mature man in Christ, courageous and bold to fulfil the call of God and live triumphantly for Christ! My spirit, soul and every fibre of my being are fully inundated with the living Word of God and I’m led always in victory and triumph, being kept, preserved and nourished by the Word, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
1 Peter 2:2 AMP
Like newborn babies you should crave (thirst for, earnestly desire) the pure (unadulterated) spiritual milk, that by it you may be nurtured and grow unto [completed] salvation,

2 Corinthians 3:1-3
Do we begin again to commend ourselves? or need we, as some others, epistles of commendation to you, or letters of commendation from you? 2 Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men: 3 Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart.

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Timothy 2:1-26, Jeremiah 19-22

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 7:45-53, 2 Kings 15-16

Candour:


My friend don get another reason to celebrate....God win

Maybe the devourer finally caught up with frosbel's moniker.....but some tithe promoters too are missing in action

Abi Mal 3:10 forgot about demarcation?

This is my first post on this thread because I didn't believe in the idea....the drama wasn't worth it.

Anyway, how are u doing bro?

I'm fine bro! it's been a while o. hope you're good?

some folks missing, like mbaemeka, Bidam deactivated too... well, life goes on.

good to have you around!

He’s The Limit-breaker! - Saturday, October 24th .

Pastor Chris

But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible (Matthew 19:26).

It’s important that you know, and take advantage of the ministry of the Holy Spirit in your life as a Christian. Without the Holy Spirit, all you can do is what man can do; in other words, you’ll be limited. With Him, all things are possible! Your potentials are limitless, because you’re sufficient in His sufficiency.

When the Bible says, “With God all things are possible,” it’s not necessarily telling us that God can do all things; that’s not news. If there’s a God in heaven, then He must be omnipotent and be able to do all things; that’s to be expected. Therefore, when it says with God all things are possible, it’s about who is with you or in you. If God is with you, anything is possible.

Having received the Holy Spirit, you’re that man or woman in whom God dwells; therefore, you’re invincible, with limitless potentials and ability. This consciousness is what inspired Paul to say, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Philippians 4:13). Have the “I-can-do” mentality. You may look small; but with the Holy Spirit, you’re bigger than the world! Refuse to be limited by anything, including money. The Bible doesn’t say, “With money all things are possible.” It says, “With God….”

Does He live in you? That’s what is important! If you’d yield to the Spirit and follow His wisdom and guidance, you’ll never be in a fix, stranded, or helpless in life. Recall the experience of Peter and John at the gate of the temple calledBeautiful. He said to the crippled man, “...Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee…” (Acts 3:6). Peter knew he wasn’t limited. He knew he had something greater than money!
Never measure your life by money or by earthly parameters. The One who lives in you makes all things possible for you; He’s the limit-breaker.

Confession...
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me! I’ve been endued with power from on high, to win and reign in life as a king. I’m more than a conqueror, because greater is He that’s in me, than he that’s in the world! My life is for the glory of God!

Further Study:
Ephesians 3:20
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,

Mark 9:23
Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Timothy 6:1-21, Jeremiah 15-16

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 7:20-31, 2 Kings 11-12

Dovehorizon:
One billion Naira. Mehnnnnn I need to work harder.

Folks work to earn a giving... Christians are called to Work and earn a giving.

...all we know is a life of giving!

Beesluv:
Good. Na wa o, he get another business

A whole lot... More than you can imagine

vandops10:
that's the price for the DR

Quit hating

He's in that university because of his respect for the Late Arch Bishop... One of his mentor!

sonOfLucifer:

Even the devil can't stand the smallest gathering of saints.

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The President Believers Loveworld, Rev. (Dr.) Chris Oyakhilome P.hD... just donated the sum of N1 billion ($5,000,000 with an exchange rate of 200 to a dollar) to the University.


The proceedings of the special convocation ceremony for Pastor Chris at the Benson Idahosa University, Benin, Nigeria have begun in earnest.

The arrival of the awardee, Rev. (Dr.) Chris Oyakhilome was well adorned with a regal procession of high ranking university officials and the CEC members of the BLW Nation.

The ceremony has also witnessed the addresses from the representative of the Governor of Edo State, and the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Ernest B. Izevbigie FNAI, and some other important dignitaries.

Addressing Rev. (Dr.) Chris Oyakhilome, the vice-chancellor remarked, "A prophet is without honor in his own home but we have decided to honor you and let the world see that you are honored even in your own home."

More updates coming your way shortly, exclusively!

Source: Me and my Samsung Galaxy Note 3

No serious pics yet.


Not cash ooo, and it's not one cheque either ... Nairalanders can be funny

raayah:
What if you don't have other people to worship with.?

That's not possible... Even in North Korea

...in case it is, you then start a church there,win others to Christ.

The Glory Of Our Kingdom · Friday, October 23rd

Pastor Chris

This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him (John 2:11).

Glory is that which inspires, produces or causes honour. If you give honour, admiration, and respect to someone because of something that happened, that thing had glory, because it inspired you to honour that fellow. For example, when someone says, "That meeting was glorious," what exactly made it glorious? It was glorious because we were inspired to honour, reverence, praise, and worship the Lord; thus, revealing the glory of His Kingdom.

Our opening verse tells us, "This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him." When the people saw what Jesus did—when he turned water to wine—they were amazed; they trusted, honoured, and revered Him. The Bible says His disciples believed on Him.

Psalm 145:11-12 says, "They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power; To make known to the sons of men his mighty acts, and the glorious majesty of his kingdom." That’s talking about the splendour or beauty of God’s Kingdom that we’ve become a part of; it’s a kingdom where sickness, defeat, failure and death aren’t real!

Think about the children of Israel and the promises God made to them! He told them they’d never be defeated by their adversaries. He said to them "I’ll take sickness and diseases away from you (Exodus 15:25-26). Then, in Psalm 91:16 He told them, "With long life will I satisfy you." All these and several other blessings in the Old Testament were addressed to the children of Israel. Now, imagine the glory we’ve been called into as new creations, living in the Kingdom of His dear Son!

The Bible says we obtained a better covenant, established upon better promises (Hebrews 8:6). Think about that! The glory of the New Testament, of our spiritual Kingdom, is the more excellent glory; it supersedes what the children of Israel experienced: "...For even that which was made glorious had no glory in this respect, by reason of the glory that excelleth. For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious" (2 Corinthians 3:10-11).

Prayer...
Dear Father, I thank you for your glory that’s seen in, and revealed through me. I set forth your wonderful deeds, and display your virtues and perfections always and in every place! I experience and manifest your prosperity, grace, wisdom and righteousness in an everincreasing measure, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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

1 Peter 1:11
Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow.

1 Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 timothy 5:1-25 Jeremiah 13-14

2 Year Bible Reading Plan: John 7:11-19 2 Kings 10

raayah:
What about the Christians in Arabic countries who have no church to attend?

Any gathering of two or more Christians ...is a church. God's in their midst.

The church is not necessarily a building.. Bible said we should not forsake the gathering of brethren.

Or slaves and prisoners.

See the above..

Your post reeks of privilege.

Your opinion ma'am.

Thank God your Bible has explained it, you are not saved by your works but by the grace of God.

Same Bible says we should not forget the gathering of ourselves, as some are in the manner of... From the OP, first paragraph, which category do you fall in?

Even if you go to church 10 times a week, its not getting you to heaven.

I never said church going gets one to heaven... Did I?

Fellowshipping with other believers is a crucial part of our walk with the Lord. It must be a priority.

The church, is the ground and Pillar of truth... And I just told you it doesn't necessarily mean a building.

Atigba:
At op

You are entitled to your own opinion

Go to church

But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which IS THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD, THE PILLAR AND GROUND OF THE TRUTH (1 Timothy 3:15).

You may ask some people, “Do you believe in Jesus Christ?” and they’ll say, “Yes”; but surprisingly, they don’t go to church! Of course, they’ve got a lot of excuses. Some would say they just don’t believe in any church, while some others say there’re different kinds of churches and so, they don’t want to get confused. There’re also those who stopped going to church because they were offended. However, there can be no excuse good enough to justify not going to church.

Fellowshipping with other believers is a crucial part of your walk with the Lord. It must be a priority. Our opening verse says, "…the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth." It’s letting you know the ministry of the Holy Spirit that takes place in the church. Your being in church makes it possible for the Holy Spirit to bring knowledge, understanding, and sound judgment to your life.
I feel sorry for anyone who thinks going to church isn’t important.

David said, “Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word” (Psalm 119:67). For many Christians, before they were afflicted in their jobs, their health, and other areas of their lives, they went astray from the church. And they don’t get to correct their mistakes; they haven’t realized the problem. In the latter part of the verse, David said, “…but now have I kept thy word.” He corrected himself. The Holy Spirit is the Lord of the Church; in Him you’re separated from affliction.

Jesus said, “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). If you don’t go to church, how are you going to learn the Word of God, the truth? If you understand this, you’d be ready to quit any job that prevents you from going to church. The church is the ground and pillar of truth; never forget it!

You Must Go To Church! - Thursday, October 22nd .

Pastor Chris

But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which IS THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD, THE PILLAR AND GROUND OF THE TRUTH (1 Timothy 3:15).

You may ask some people, “Do you believe in Jesus Christ?” and they’ll say, “Yes”; but surprisingly, they don’t go to church! Of course, they’ve got a lot of excuses. Some would say they just don’t believe in any church, while some others say there’re different kinds of churches and so, they don’t want to get confused. There’re also those who stopped going to church because they were offended. However, there can be no excuse good enough to justify not going to church.

Fellowshipping with other believers is a crucial part of your walk with the Lord. It must be a priority. Our opening verse says, "…the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth." It’s letting you know the ministry of the Holy Spirit that takes place in the church. Your being in church makes it possible for the Holy Spirit to bring knowledge, understanding, and sound judgment to your life.
I feel sorry for anyone who thinks going to church isn’t important.

David said, “Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word” (Psalm 119:67). For many Christians, before they were afflicted in their jobs, their health, and other areas of their lives, they went astray from the church. And they don’t get to correct their mistakes; they haven’t realized the problem. In the latter part of the verse, David said, “…but now have I kept thy word.” He corrected himself. The Holy Spirit is the Lord of the Church; in Him you’re separated from affliction.

Jesus said, “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). If you don’t go to church, how are you going to learn the Word of God, the truth? If you understand this, you’d be ready to quit any job that prevents you from going to church. The church is the ground and pillar of truth; never forget it!

Prayer...
Dear Father, my spirit is open to receive instruction and wisdom each time I come under the influence and ministry of the Word in church. I’m growing in Christ to be a perfect man, attaining to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ. Thank you for teaching me the importance of going to church and being in the environment of faith, where I’m trained to be more effective in the work of the Kingdom, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Acts 2:42
And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.

Hebrews 10:25
Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Timothy 4:1-16, Jeremiah 11-12

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 7:1-10, 2 Kings 9

You're Divinely Protected - Tuesday, October 20th

Pastor Chris

And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them (2 Kings 6:16).

There’s a very inspiring story in 2 Kings Chapter 6. The King of Syria wanted Elisha, a prophet of God, arrested. The Bible says, “Therefore sent he thither horses, and chariots, and a great host: and they came by night, and compassed the city about” (2 Kings 6:14). When Elisha’s servant woke up, he discovered that he and Elisha were completely surrounded, and he became terrified: “…Alas, my master! how shall we do?” (2 Kings 6:15). He lamented!

This was supposed to be a time of panic and trepidation; but Elisha, being a man of the Spirit, said to his servant, “…Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them” (2 Kings 6:16). How inspiring! He saw soldiers on horses and chariots, bearing weapons, yet he was unperturbed. He knew that the heavenly soldiers protecting him were far more than those that were sent to arrest him; he was conscious of his divine protection.

However, his servant was yet to come to that level of spiritual understanding. So, Elisha prayed and said, “... LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha” (2 Kings 6:17). The young man didn’t know that he and his master were divinely protected by unseen multitude of angels. But thanks be unto God, his master knew better!

Just like Elisha, you should be mindful of your divine protection always, because “As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the LORD is round about his people from henceforth even for ever” (Psalm 125:2). So, fear not! When the enemy shall come against you, like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him (Isaiah 59:19). No wonder He 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. They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone” (Psalm 91:10-12).

Prayer...
Precious Father, I thank You for the multitude of angels You’ve dispatched to watch over me. There shall no evil befall me or my loved ones, neither shall any plague come near my dwelling. I’m protected in my going out and in my coming in, because I dwell in Your secret place. I walk in Your glory and divine protection today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Isaiah 43:1
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.

Psalm 34:7
The angel of the Lord encamped round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.

1 Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Timothy 2:1-15, Jeremiah 7-8

2 Year Bible Reading Plan: John 6:52-60, 2 Kings 6

Have A Strong Desire For Him - Monday, October 19th .

Pastor Chris

And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart. And I will be found of you, saith the LORD…(Jeremiah 29:13-14).

Jesus said in Matthew 7:7, “…seek, and ye shall find....” As a child of God, you have to have a strong desire for Him. That’s what He’s talking about in our opening verse; He said, “And ye shall seek me, and find me….” Seeking God doesn’t mean He’s missing, or that you’re looking for Him somewhere; it refers to a strong desire God, for His presence; a strong desire to have fellowship with Him.

This is something that must be evident in your life as a Christian; a strong desire for the Lord, His Word, and His influence in your life. When you have it, you can easily influence those around you with it.

So, cultivate it. It doesn’t come by itself. God’s part is to stir your mind towards it. But it’s your responsibility to maintain your zeal, love and passion for Him to a boiling point. He’ll always call your attention because He loves you and He wants to fellowship with you.

Even now, He’s calling your attention to a greater and higher walk with Him. That’s what He desires, and He knows you want the same thing. So, all you have to do is say “Yes” to Him, and act accordingly. That strong desire will make you an intercessor.

There’re Christians who say well, “The problem is that I’m very lazy to pray.” This has nothing to do with being strong or lazy to pray. It’s a matter of a burden. If you have something that troubles you, you’ll surely want to pray about it. When you really want something, and you know the situation is such that only God can fix, it’ll create a strong desire in your heart to seek Him.

However, you don’t have to wait until you’re in a fix. Be like David who, inspired by a strong desire for the Lord, declared “O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is” (Psalm 63:1).

Prayer...
As the deer pants after the water brooks, so pants my soul after you, O God. You’re my life, my joy, and my satisfaction! In you I’m complete! Thank you for your glory that fills my heart, and your love that overwhelms my soul! I live for you today, and always to do your will and bring you glory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study:
Ephesians 6:18
Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

Colossians 4:2
Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving;

Psalm 63:8
My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me.

Daily Scripture Reading
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Timothy 1:1-20, Jeremiah 5-6

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 6:41-51, 2 Kings 5