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Did she say you will not marry of you don't build them a house?

The One Time Jesus Prayed for You

Unity is not passive, it is active. And if we are going to experience it, we have to work for it.

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3, John 17:21-23

UNITY. Inside those 5 letters are ideas like harmony, trust, peace, camaraderie, getting along, and common purpose.

The word can feel passive. We can assume that if we don’t have conflict, we have unity. But unity is not passive, it is active. And if we are going to experience it, we have to work for it.

Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. Ephesians 4:3 (NLT)

Paul’s command is straightforward and direct….“make every effort”… 1) It’s a command 2) It’s a command to every single believer 3) It requires intentionality and courage. A church will never drift into “unity” and “peace”.

John 17 is the longest prayer of Jesus ever recorded in the Bible.

He is about to be arrested and will soon be crucified. Not only is it his longest prayer, it is the only time he ever prays for us specifically. So, what would he pray for on our behalf?

Let me ask it a different way. If you could bring one request for Jesus to pray for, what would it be? Think about that for just a moment. If Jesus showed up in your office today and asked what you would like him to pray for, what would your answer be?

Here is Jesus on the night before his death looking down through future generations and interceding for you and me.

What a mind-boggling thought. Jesus, God in flesh, praying for you. You were on his mind. I was on his mind. Take a moment and let that soak in. In less than 24 hours Jesus would be enduring the darkness and the weight of the world’s sin. Yet, in these moments you are on his mind.

“I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message. 21 I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me.

22 “I have given them the glory you gave me, so they may be one as we are one. 23 I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me. John 17:20-23 (NLT)

The only time Jesus prays for us in Scripture, he prays that we would be one. He doesn’t intercede for us about money, health, happiness, knowledge, close-knit families, big churches, or good jobs. He prays for unity.

In fact, three times in this passage he prays for unity.

· v.21 “that they will be one”

· v.22 “so they may be one”

· v. 23 “may they experience perfect unity”

So, obviously this whole issue of unity is a big deal to Jesus. In fact, John 17 says that our unity will result in the world believing. More than great sermons or powerful worship or a fantastic children’s ministry, Jesus said our unity is a major factor in the world believing the gospel.

And a major deterrent to the gospel are petty, contentious, mean-spirited, divided Christians and churches.

So, here is the question I want us to wrestle with today, “What are the barriers to unity?” Let me briefly mention three barriers.
1. Selfishness

This is true in a marriage, in a business relationship, in a friendship, and certainly in a church.

I love Eugene Peterson’s paraphrase of Philippians 2.

If being in a community of the Spirit means anything to you, if you have a heart, if you care— then do me a favor: Agree with each other, love each other, be deep spirited friends. Don’t push your way to the front; don’t sweet-talk your way to the top. Put yourself aside, and help others get ahead. Don’t be obsessed with getting your own advantage. Forget yourselves long enough to lend a helping hand. Philippians 2 (Message)

When people are selfish, and have to get their way, and are driven by ego, there will not be unity. Unity requires a dying to self.
2. Majoring on minors

Often, this barrier to unity is rooted in selfishness. “I want it the way I like it.”

Most often the things that divide Christians and divide churches are preferences. It can be the style of worship music, how loud it is, the style of the pastor’s preaching, or the version of the bible that is used.

Sometimes we can baptize our preferences and make them a major issue when they are really a minor issue. Can I just remind us today…THE WAY YOU LIKE IT ISN’T THE ‘RIGHT’ WAY… it is simply “A” way.
3. Prejudice

There is something in our human nature that wants to be with people like us. And the shadow side of that truth is that we push away people who are different.

This certainly can be about ethnicity and skin color. But it can also be about…

· Socio-economic status

· Age

· Married vs. single

· How people express worship

Prejudice has no place in the body of Christ. None. Period.

Before you move on to all the demands of your day, would you take a moment to reflect on whether or not these barriers exist in your own life? And then, would you spend a few moments praying for the unity of your church.

Culled from Replenish Ministry. by Lance Witt

He said they shot him severally but when the bullet could not enter, they hit him with planks.


So the guy cook himself wella. Ok, we shall know.

The gates of hell shall not prevail.

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Misplaced priority.

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All this children, the went into big brother house innocent but came out to become dragons. God help them with all this kind fashion. Where will it take then.

Imagine how much the spend on fashion.

The African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2020 took place on Saturday night, March 14 and as expected, many celebrities from across Africa, showed up in their numbers to witness the seventh edition of one of the most anticipated award shows in Africa.

As expected, many celebrities, especially Nigerian stars, brought their A-game to the red carpet. While some were a total disaster and simply cringe-worthy, there were others who left fans in awe with their jaws hanging and overwhelmingly amazed over these celebs' choice of outfits.

This article, however, is focused on some of the female BBNaija stars from different seasons, who showed up and showed out!

From the likes of Bisola (2017) down to the 2019 stars, Tacha, and of course, Mercy Lambo, these Nigerian reality stars gave their fans looks for days!

Below are eight BBNaija stars who came to pepper dem on the red carpet:
1. Ifu Ennada
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This reality star and serial entrepreneur gave a whole new meaning to 'Bling Lagosian in the era of coronavirus' in her Elegante by Tiannah outfit. Her entire outfit, save for the shoes, were made of sequin and the walking stick was not left out in the bling bling!

Her equally bedazzled face mask left many in awe of how she pulled the look effortlessly.

2. Bisola


2017 BBNaija star was serving major hot body goals on the red carpet. The Nollywood actress and brand ambassador showed up in a beautiful ensemble, looking like a mixture of strawberry, chocolate and just the right amount of fairy dust!

Her ebony skin completed the entire outfit which showed off her beautiful shoulders and had a peekaboo thing going on around her thighs. Stunning!

3. Diane

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Diane Russet is one lady who after the BBNaija show, wasted no time in proving to the world that she knows how to take fashion risks, even though not all successful ones. Due to her jaw-dropping outfits that often causes a buzz on social media, many people anticipated what she'll show up in for the award show.
Well, the reality star and influencer, kept it safe and sweet in a lilac number. The flowing dress which had an opening in the front gave her a soft and flowery look that was simply beautiful to look at.

4. Venita
[img]https://www.instagram.com/p/B9uWN9MHlMj/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_mid=2FF10225-EAC2-4EC6-B86F-3E019EDD55FB[/img]

The Mohawk up-do, the makeup, the elbow-length gloves and the strut were all too beautiful to ignore. Although her dress was a few inches from going wrong, Venita gave us hotness on one side, and royalty on the other.

Well done!

5. Esther

[img]https://www.instagram.com/p/B9uVXplgLF7/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_mid=2FF10225-EAC2-4EC6-B86F-3E019EDD55FB[/img]

Esther showed up to really pepper dem! Her stunning emerald and black thigh-high opening outfit definitely left jaws hanging and the red carpet, hotter than usual.

She was not only generous with her cleavage, she showed off her stunning legs in this number. Her makeup and jewelry were not only the right shades, they were the right amount. Amazing!

6. Tacha

In what could be described as a serious comeback from her utterly scandalous and horrific fashion fail at the AMVCA nominees party, Tacha looked absolutely amazing in the green ensemble, channeling her inner little mermaid with the wine-coloured hair which she pushed to the side.

Her makeup, flowing dress, coupled with the thigh-high lace and sheer fabric showing off her leg, it all looked super stunning!

7. Mercy

[img]https://www.instagram.com/p/B9uvbxWlQNG/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_mid=2FF10225-EAC2-4EC6-B86F-3E019EDD55FB[/img]

Mercy the lambo clearly had no plans to take any prisoners as she was giving them hot hot on the red carpet. Not only was this emerald stunner a banger, it fit her curvaceous body so well.

From her hair to her makeup down to the wickedly high opening, Lambo came to take it all. Little wonder she emerged best dressed at the award show.

She served body goals and indeed, made them green with envy.

Amazing!

8. Cee-C

[img]https://www.instagram.com/p/B9uq2f-FYow/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_mid=2FF10225-EAC2-4EC6-B86F-3E019EDD55FB[/img]

Cee-C did not disappoint as always. As is her style, the 2018 BBNaija star, showed lots of skin in her Sheye Oladejo outfit.

The African Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2020 took place on Saturday night, March 14 and as expected, many celebrities from across Africa, showed up in their numbers to witness the seventh edition of one of the most anticipated award shows in Africa.

As expected, many celebrities, especially Nigerian stars, brought their A-game to the red carpet. While some were a total disaster and simply cringe-worthy, there were others who left fans in awe with their jaws hanging and overwhelmingly amazed over these celebs' choice of outfits.

This article, however, is focused on some of the female BBNaija stars from different seasons, who showed up and showed out!

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From the likes of Bisola (2017) down to the 2019 stars, Tacha, and of course, Mercy Lambo, these Nigerian reality stars gave their fans looks for days!

Below are eight BBNaija stars who came to pepper dem on the red carpet:

Check out the good, bad and ugly looks from top Nigerian celebrities at the AMVCA 2020 show
1. Ifu Ennada

This reality star and serial entrepreneur gave a whole new meaning to 'Bling Lagosian in the era of coronavirus' in her Elegante by Tiannah outfit. Her entire outfit, save for the shoes, were made of sequin and the walking stick was not left out in the bling bling!

Her equally bedazzled face mask left many in awe of how she pulled the look effortlessly.

2. Bisola

2017 BBNaija star was serving major hot body goals on the red carpet. The Nollywood actress and brand ambassador showed up in a beautiful ensemble, looking like a mixture of strawberry, chocolate and just the right amount of fairy dust!

Her ebony skin completed the entire outfit which showed off her beautiful shoulders and had a peekaboo thing going on around her thighs. Stunning!

3. Diane

Diane Russet is one lady who after the BBNaija show, wasted no time in proving to the world that she knows how to take fashion risks, even though not all successful ones. Due to her jaw-dropping outfits that often causes a buzz on social media, many people anticipated what she'll show up in for the award show.

International Women’s Day 2020: Nigerian media urged to portray women's strength
Well, the reality star and influencer, kept it safe and sweet in a lilac number. The flowing dress which had an opening in the front gave her a soft and flowery look that was simply beautiful to look at.

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4. Venita

The Mohawk up-do, the makeup, the elbow-length gloves and the strut were all too beautiful to ignore. Although her dress was a few inches from going wrong, Venita gave us hotness on one side, and royalty on the other.

Well done!

Category: 'Green with envy'

5. Esther

Esther showed up to really pepper dem! Her stunning emerald and black thigh-high opening outfit definitely left jaws hanging and the red carpet, hotter than usual.

She was not only generous with her cleavage, she showed off her stunning legs in this number. Her makeup and jewelry were not only the right shades, they were the right amount. Amazing!

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6. Tacha

In what could be described as a serious comeback from her utterly scandalous and horrific fashion fail at the AMVCA nominees party, Tacha looked absolutely amazing in the green ensemble, channeling her inner little mermaid with the wine-coloured hair which she pushed to the side.

Her makeup, flowing dress, coupled with the thigh-high lace and sheer fabric showing off her leg, it all looked super stunning!

7. Mercy

Mercy the lambo clearly had no plans to take any prisoners as she was giving them hot hot on the red carpet. Not only was this emerald stunner a banger, it fit her curvaceous body so well.

From her hair to her makeup down to the wickedly high opening, Lambo came to take it all. Little wonder she emerged best dressed at the award show.

She served body goals and indeed, made them green with envy.

Amazing!

8. Cee-C

Cee-C did not disappoint as always. As is her style, the 2018 BBNaija star, showed lots of skin in her Sheye Oladejo outfit.

These were the stars present at Banky W's big surprise party for wife Adesua (see their names)
From the crop-like top down to the thigh-high opening of the flowing fabric, she looked every bit like a goddess showing off her hot body as usual.

The Africa Magic Viewers Choice Award 2020 took place on Saturday night, March 14, and many celebrities showed up in their numbers to grace the much-coveted awards show.

The show which was hosted by Nigeria's very own media personality, IK Osakioduwa and east African TV host, Amina Abdi Rabar, witnessed fashion, style and a little of bit hilarious musical performance by IK and music producer, singer, Cohbams.

RIP to the departed souls.

What is he waiting for.

Igbos, very hungry for power.

Thanks for the news.

Good people still exist everywhere.

Beautiful people!!!

A great actor.

I like this Pastor Tunde Bakare.