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THE FIVE STAGES OF DESTINY

Destiny is the divinely ordained purpose and assignment that God places upon an individual’s life. In the biblical worldview, destiny is not merely a matter of personal ambition or natural talent; rather, it is the unfolding of God’s plan through a person who yields to His guidance. Scripture reveals that the journey toward fulfilling destiny is rarely instantaneous. Instead, it unfolds through progressive stages in which God reveals purpose, develops character, tests commitment, and eventually brings a person into influence and impact.
Throughout the Bible, the lives of figures such as Joseph, David, Moses, and the Apostle Paul illustrate that destiny follows a process. Each individual passed through seasons of discovery, preparation, testing, manifestation, and eventual recognition. These stages can be broadly understood as Revelation, Preparation, Introduction, Manifestation, and Glorification. Together, they form a spiritual and practical framework through which God shapes individuals for lasting impact.

1. THE REVELATION STAGE
The Revelation Stage is the phase in which an individual becomes aware of their divine calling, gifts, and potential. It is a moment—or sometimes a season—of awakening in which God begins to illuminate the purpose for which a person was created. During this stage, a person receives insight, vision, or conviction concerning their life’s assignment.
Revelation may come through spiritual encounters, prophetic words, inner conviction, or exposure to opportunities that awaken dormant gifts. This stage often brings clarity about direction but does not yet guarantee immediate manifestation.
The Bible affirms that God reveals His purposes to individuals before their fulfillment.
“Surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.” — Amos 3:7
Jeremiah also experienced such revelation when God disclosed his calling before birth:
“Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.” — Jeremiah 1:5
Similarly, Joseph received prophetic dreams that revealed his future leadership and authority long before it became reality (Genesis 37:5–10). Thus, the revelation stage marks the birth of vision, when destiny becomes visible in seed form.

2. THE PREPARATION STAGE
Following revelation comes Preparation, the stage in which character, competence, and spiritual maturity are developed. While revelation shows the destination, preparation equips the individual for the journey. It is a period of learning, discipline, mentorship, and sometimes adversity.
Preparation often includes formal or informal training, spiritual formation, and the cultivation of virtues such as patience, humility, perseverance, and integrity. For those called into ministry, this stage frequently involves discipleship, mentorship, and spiritual instruction.
Scripture emphasizes that God prepares individuals before elevating them:
“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed.” — 2 Timothy 2:15
Joseph’s years in slavery and prison served as preparation for leadership in Egypt (Genesis 39–41). Moses spent forty years in the wilderness tending sheep before leading Israel (Exodus 3). David, though anointed as king in his youth, spent years as a shepherd and later a fugitive before ascending the throne.
Preparation therefore functions as the forge of destiny, shaping both the inner life and outward capabilities required for future influence.

3. THE INTRODUCTION STAGE
The Introduction Stage represents the first visible entry into one’s field of calling. At this phase, an individual begins to assume limited roles, responsibilities, and assignments that serve as practical tests of competence and character.
These early opportunities often appear modest, yet they are crucial because they provide a proving ground. Faithfulness in smaller assignments determines readiness for greater ones.
Jesus emphasized this principle clearly:
“He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much.” — Luke 16:10
David’s introduction into national prominence occurred when he confronted Goliath (1 Samuel 17). Though he was still young and relatively unknown, this moment demonstrated his courage, faith, and leadership potential.
Similarly, the disciples began with smaller responsibilities before being entrusted with broader ministry.
This stage therefore serves as a period of testing and validation, where abilities are refined and credibility is established.

4. THE MANIFESTATION STAGE
The Manifestation Stage is the phase in which destiny begins to unfold in its fuller form. At this point, the individual assumes greater responsibility, gains wider visibility, and begins to exercise significant influence within their field.
The gifts and abilities that were previously hidden or developing now become clearly evident. Leadership roles expand, impact increases, and recognition begins to grow.
Scripture captures this idea of divine elevation:
“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.” — Proverbs 22:29
Joseph’s manifestation occurred when he became the governor of Egypt (Genesis 41:39–41). David experienced manifestation when he was finally enthroned as king over Israel (2 Samuel 5:3–4). The apostles likewise moved into this stage after Pentecost, when their ministry began transforming communities and nations (Acts 2).
This stage represents the active fulfillment of purpose, where one's calling becomes publicly effective and influential.

5. THE GLORIFICATION STAGE
The final stage of destiny is Glorification—a season in which an individual’s impact becomes widely recognized and enduring. At this level, the person’s life and work transcend ordinary influence, often shaping generations and leaving a lasting legacy.
Individuals in this stage become icons, pioneers, and living legends within their sphere of influence. Their wisdom, accomplishments, and contributions are acknowledged broadly, and their lives often inspire others to pursue their own destinies.
Scripture highlights the honor that accompanies faithful service:
“Them that honour me I will honour.” — 1 Samuel 2:30
The Bible also declares:
“The memory of the just is blessed.” — Proverbs 10:7
Figures such as Abraham, Moses, David, and the Apostle Paul reached this level of enduring influence. Their names continue to shape faith, leadership, and moral vision thousands of years later.
Thus, glorification represents the culmination of destiny, where a life lived in alignment with God’s purpose becomes a source of inspiration and legacy for others.

Destiny unfolds through a divine process rather than instant achievement. The stages of Revelation, Preparation, Introduction, Manifestation, and Glorification demonstrate how God progressively shapes individuals for meaningful impact.
Revelation awakens purpose, preparation builds capacity, introduction tests faithfulness, manifestation releases influence, and glorification establishes legacy. Those who understand and embrace these phases are better equipped to navigate the journey of destiny with patience, discipline, and faith.
Ultimately, the fulfillment of destiny is not merely about personal success; it is about participating in the larger purposes of God and leaving a legacy that advances His work in the world. Shalom.

Glowqueen3:
I saw your reply,thank you

God bless you.

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4. SPIRITUAL HOSTS OF WICKEDNESS In High Places

These are the CHIEF DEPUTIES of Satan. They constitute Satan's 'Supreme Council'. These reside mainly in the "Second heaven", and the planetary systems of the cosmos. The

This realm of spirits, in their different levels of authority and influence, accommodate the Greek, Roman and all other nations of the world's pantheons of "elder gods", primordial spirits, etc. This is the home of spirits such as Zeus (Jupiter), Mohammed, Artemis, Buddha, Astarte, Brahma, Marduk, Horus, Odin, Diana the so called "Queen of heaven", etc.
Here resides the mighty MEPHISTOPHELIAN Spirits (spirits of darkness) - commanders of all levels of witchcraft spirits and operations.

THE FOUR SPIRITUAL KINGDOMS are governed by these mighty spirits called "SPIRITUAL HOSTS OF WICKEDNESS" in the following order below _ Revelation 16:1-21.

a. LAND _ The whole of Earth is spiritually "INFLUENCED" by the BEAST - in the form of a woman known as Gaia, Mother Earth, Vaishel, etc. This archspirit controls millions of subordinate fallen angels and demons who operate on land and are known as Arahathars, EarthMasters, Supreme Elementals, etc _ Revelation 16:2,10. Revelation 16:11-17.

b. SEA _ as the earth is made up of about seventy percent water, it is important to note that the four oceans and all the seas and rivers are controlled by one archspirit which the Greeks call Poseidon and the Romans, Neptune. Under him are numerous deputy gods in the form of dragons, marine kings, goddesses and mermaid queens in the form of big snakes who rule, govern and oversee vast kingdoms, regions and departments in the Marine World. Other evil spirits who operate in the seas are called sirens; NYMPHS or UNDINES. Revelation 17:1-6. Isaiah 27:1 — the Bible describes the chief entity of the marine kingdom as Leviathan _ Job 41. Isaiah 27:1. Psalm 74:14.

b. (HADES/HELL) _ the world of the dead – Hell, is "ruled" by an Arch-spirit called HADES, with the assistance of the Arch-spirit called DEATH. Other numerous lesser spirits who operate in the underworld are called Salamander, Shadows of death, etc. Revelation 6:8. Revelation 20:13-14.

c. AIR _ the Satanic kingdom of the air or Astral kingdom is divided into two major realms known as 'First Heaven' and 'Second Heaven'. The Arch-spirit called "The QUEEN OF Heaven (some know her as goddess Kali/Diana/Atermis, etc) (Jeremiah 7:18 & Chapter 44:17-25) operate in this realm of First Heaven or Lower Astral.

SATAN situates his throne in the Second Heaven or Higher Astral as the Old Dragon where he leads vasts hosts or armies of fallen angels in constant warfare against holy angels. Many groups of spirits in this realm are called Spirit Guides, Cosmic Manifestations, etc. There are many powerful unions of various mighty spirits in this realm, formed for different purposes. Revelation. 12:1-17 & Chapter 20:2. Ephesians 2:2.

Directly under these four realms are gods exercising oversight over the 4 cardinal points of this solar system and the 4 different races of mankind, namely; the Negroids, the Caucasians, the Mongoloids and the Austroloids.

Satan is king of them all and rule from the second heaven as the "Ancient Serpent" _ Revelation 20:2.

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The four different RANKS; Principalities, Powers, Rulers and Spiritual Hosts of Wickedness have general and specific assignments respectively and can be distinguished by their distinct characteristics in the following summary;

1. PRINCIPALITIES _ consolidate and supervise nations, cities, clans and families and work to ensure the programs of Satan is carried out in their respective domains. They're ADMINISTRATIVE in operation.

2. POWERS _ execute the plans of Satan by tempting, deceiving and oppressing people – and can also kill. They're EXECUTIVE in operation.

3. RULERS _ formulate plans, influence every aspect of human life. Rule the 7 continents and work together to cause disasters, wars and epidemics on a worldwide scale. They're LEGISLATIVE in operation.

4. SPIRITUAL HOSTS of WICKEDNESS _ resist angels, oppose the plans of God and try to hinder the prayers of the saints, amongst other things.

****************************************** 3. RULERS Of The DARKNESS Of This World

These arch spirits (fallen angels) mostly live in the "first and second heavens" – or what we know as the sky, and the atmosphere around the earth. They orchestrate events that have continental or global effects, such as; regional or world wars, international conflicts, global and regional terrorism, pandemics/endemics, catastrophic "natural disasters", racism, global financial meltdowns, etc.

Spirits in this category primarily Oversee three major sections of the world namely;

1. Each of the 7 continents of the world.
And...
2. The "7 MOUNTAINS" of the world – 7 major sectors or institutions of human society _ Isaiah 2:2.

These operations in the 7 institutions of human society are as follows;

* RELIGION: they set up false religious movements, fake churches, "humanism" movements, secret societies, "sacred orders", and propagate false doctrines, etc. This 'Mountain' is mainly influenced by the spirit of the 'False Prophet' the Anti-Christ. Revelation 16:13.

* POLITICS: they try to influence and manipulate international and local politics and political leaders. They promote wars, conflicts and civil strife all over the world. They try to use some political or tribal leaders to wipe out their perceived rivals and enact laws and policies that'll incapacitate or inhibit the influence and spread of the kingdom of God. Ezekiel 28:1-19.

* ACADEMIA: they influence lawmakers, educationists and teachers to take out Bible study and morality from the schools' curriculum and introduce occultic and witchcraft studies, ridiculous scientific laws and contradicting philosophies. Pupils and students of various institutions of learning are systematically being programmed to accept strange laws of anatomy, encouraging young men and women to alter or modify their physical makeup to "become" any gender of their choice, and many other abominations. 1Timothy 6:20.

* The MEDIA: the spirits in this sector work with human beings to spread fear and falsity across the world. They propagate the agenda of Satan through the various communication systems and social media channels to control the narrative, dampen the spiritual life of peoples, misrepresent the laws of righteousness and moral principals. With twisted information people become confused, disoriented, hateful, suspicious and start to mistrust one another. Philippians 4:8. Isaiah 42:8.

* ENTERTAINMENT/SPORTS: they promote perversion, immorality, sensuality, drugs and violence through movies, TV shows, videogames, concerts, etc. This sector is highly influenced by the archdemon 'Baphomet' and others such as Bacchus, Aphrodite, Azul or Alkhul (alcohol), etc. They also promote personality cults, esteeming "celebrities and superstars" and rever the creature rather than the Creator. _ 2 Timothy 2:16.

* ECONOMY- COMMERCE & INDUSTRY: they work to foist poverty on some nations and greed on others, they frustrate governments worldwide and promote corruption, financial impropriety and bankruptcy. This sector is ruled by the archspirit 'Mammon' or Devourer - who in turn control spirits the Bible call "the cankerworm, the caterpillar, the palmerworm and the locusts". Luke 16:13. Joel 2:25.

* SOCIO-CULTURAL SECTOR: they try to erode family and moral values and personal virtues, drive social inequality and promote devilish customs by setting up interest groups or civil rights movements which advocate for ridiculous and selfish policies. They destroy marriages and break homes through promoting divorce, aggressively enforcing the "Women's Rights", "Children's Rights" and ridiculous "Animal Rights" and "LGBTQ+" laws and other obscene depravities through TV programs, music and movies. They influence popular culture and sponsor traditions that have demonic attachments and negative spiritual implications and have devastating effects to the moral fabrics of society. Mark 7:7.

Furthermore, they compel lawmakers to enact laws that legalize abortion, same-sex unions, transgender and many unimaginable aberrations and abomination into the social system.

These spirits called RULERS have great influence over PRINCIPALITIES and POWERS operating within their respective jurisdictions as well as every human and spiritual institutions and establishments within their respective zones. They oversee, direct and equip the two lower groups to execute Satanic objectives on earth.

This category of fallen spirits are responsible for the planning, organizing and manufacturing of the manifold weapons of wickedness in the world. They identify and mark out and train certain specially chosen human vessels to execute high profile tasks for Satan such as;
a. scientists - to manufacture a disease-bearing vaccine or drugs that'll spread viral infections and pandemic across the world.
b. engineers - to work with scientists to design and manufacture weapons of mass destruction.
c. educationist - to publish occultic books, introduce atheist and agnostic, neo-paganistic and witchcraft studies and ideas into mainstream learning.
d. celebrities - to influence young people into lasciviousness, personality cults, drugs and all kinds of immoral and hedonistic lifestyle.
e. politicians - to enact selfish policies, instigate wars and conflicts, promote corruption, etc.
f. businessmen - to cause global market crisis, inflation, greed, etc.
g. religious leaders - to preach heresies, conduct devil worship, found secret societies, secret orders and cults, and fight people of other faith.

The RULERS report directly to Satan.

Not all spirits however, work through witchcraft operations. Witchcraft is a donation of energies, forces and powers by all the different, various entities of the kingdoms of darkness—including fallen angels and demons both high and low. Witchcraft spirits are the "Standing Army" of the entire kingdoms of darkness employed against humanity. Others are deployed in various operations and duties across the solar system. Witches and wizards, including juju priests, voodoo practitioners and magicians are merely human beings used as channels, puppets and instruments by the "witchcraft spirits" .

Many other spirits install themselves as gods, "paramount gods", controlling-spirits, Guides, Commanders, Masters, etc, over families, clans, ethnic groups, nations, continents, planets, etc.

Matthew 22:26.

There are FOUR distinct Satanic 'Kingdoms' or realms of existence within the universe. Satan and his fallen angels made a home for themselves in different realms of the universe when they were expelled from their former estate in Heaven. These abodes are located on LAND, in the SEAS, in HELL and the AIR respectively – and their various headquarters situated in strategic points in both the celestial and terrestrial habitats _ Revelation 12:12. 1John 5:19.

In Revelation chapter 16, God instructed seven angels to pour out judgments on these four realms inhabited by fallen angels, evil spirits and human beings who refused to submit to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

On the other hand, Ephesians 6:12 revealed FOUR CATEGORIES or HIERARCHY, of Satanic order in those realms. Listed in this order, they are; PRINCIPALITIES, POWERS, RULERS OF THE DARKNESS OF THIS WORLD and SPIRITUAL HOSTS OF WICKEDNESS in HIGH PLACES.

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1. PRINCIPALITIES

These are fallen angels who try to control areas in the physical and subtle dimensions of the earth, such as earthly nations, states, cities and towns. There are superior Princes who work from the air, from Hades and the seas to assist the Princes operating on land (earth); Their roles include the control of nations and different ethnic groups and tribes while lesser ones control provinces or states and towns. Ezekiel 28.

Principalities are a combination of lesser fallen angels and demons – half-demon-half-human (first hybrids of fallen angels and humans and animals gtge Nephilim or demi-gods) Genesis 6:1-5. They act as regents and viceroys for Satan and other higher spirits and consolidate on the occupied territories, treasures/wealth (gold, silver, crude oil, etc, taken from Adam) and souls of humans beings who are not living in the Lord Jesus Christ. They administer and supervise the many psychic prisons, factories, store rooms, warehouses, data banks, covens, temples and other institutions of the Kingdom of darkness on land, in the sea, in Hades and on the lower parts of the air, and ensure that the programs of Satan which includes; spiritual blindness, deception, affliction and destruction are vigorously carried out and sustained.

Furthermore, they monitor the BLOODLINES of families, clans and individuals within their respective jurisdictions; to administer and maintain the covenants different families or persons or clans entered with them through different generations, to enforce the evil patterns and strongholds in families and towns – as well as try to manipulate, influence, frustrate, or steal the STARS (Destiny) of highly gifted, talented or anointed persons living in their areas of dominance.

These spirits thrive on sacrifices, covenants and contracts that humans enter with them through village shrines, family altars or contracts with kings, presidents and elders of a whole nation or town. For example, a president or ruler can mortgage the destiny or wealth of his country, constituents or citizens through a shrine, secret society or sacred order, in exchange for personal wealth, power, status, longlife, etc.
Daniel 10:13,20.


2. POWERS

Powers are fallen angels in charge of various operations, departments and agencies of darkness. They are the chief "Ministers of Darkness". They execute the plans of Satan and higher spiritual authorities working with Satan. Most of them are not confined to geographical boundaries. They work in consonance with the other categories of fallen spirits.

Consequently, there are POWERS that operate on the Earth, in the Sea, in Hell and on the Air. The major part of their roles on earthrealm is to organize systems and strategies that tempt, capture and trap people in sin and either possess them or strike/afflict them if they fall. They can also kill a person if the person has fallen into the lowest level of spiritual conditions.

Powers are in different classes and ranks and perform different tasks. There are higher Powers and Lower Powers. Some can travel to any part of the world to execute their mission while some simply act as ambassadors, executive assistants, diplomatic envoys, or special representatives of higher spirits and Satan. They coordinate and enforce the plans and decrees of the kingdoms of darkness across various departments, territories, systems and institutions. They also act as reinforcements to the Principalities and demons and their human agents when necessary.

Certain group of Powers control certain spirits known as the Elementals. They are called Supreme Elementals: the Elementals are docile "spirits of nature" which influence and control natural phenomena, such as; wind, fire, light, earthquake, waves, storm, etc.

Supreme Elementals are sometimes worshipped as gods of fire, wind, thunder, war, fame, wealth, fruitfulness, love, etc. They endow certain witches, wizards and patrons of the occult with such abilities as telekinesis, telepathy, teleportation, levitation, bi-location, astral projection, invincibility, thunder and lightning invocation, invisibility, etc. Elementals, also can operate through love charms, poisons, hypnotic spells, lucky charms, money doubling and many other simple magical tricks.

Another class or category of Powers are called 'SHADOWS', these are "spawns" or "photocopies" of higher spirits which operate as 'Spirit-guides' to certain mystics, witches and wizards, spiritualists. They most times attach themselves to or possess certain individuals in the before-life (the dimension before a soul enters the womb) to use them as vessels or instruments of deception or destruction.

Note, however that when the Lord Jesus Christ mentioned a group of spirits — serpents and scorpions, He wasn't necessarily referring to fallen angels. These are rather spirits of demons, hybrids of lower forms (the hybrids of 'higher' forms are the Nephilim—the original offsprings of fallen angels and human women). Luke 10:19.

It must be noted that those original hybrids called the Nephilim, the Anakim, etc, dwell mostly in the great water bodies such as the oceans and seas. These are the spirits that are commonly known as the marine spirits. They also live in deserts and forests and mountainous regions. Both the male and their female counterparts. They're able to procreate, build homes, communities, cities and Kingdoms but not in the physical dimension. As they increased and progressed in their time on physical earth before they were destroyed by the great flood recorded in the Holy Bible, they began to cross-breed with fish, snakes, dogs, lions and all manner of aquatic and terrestrial creatures, therefore when people who claim to have had encounters with either a Chimera, mermaids or mermen, and other hybrids, always describe them as being a mixture of half-human-half-goat, or a human with fishtail, or snake-with-human-head, etc. Genesis 6:4. Deuteronomy 1:28. Moreover, in several testimonies and confessions of former mystics, spirits of certain human beings who died as adepts or agents of darkness are said to be used as demons by fallen angels, while in some religious school of thought, an ancient race of pre-adamic humans who were caught up in Satan's rebellion are the first demonic entities, having been disembodied by the sudden destruction of the world by God with ice. Jeremiah 4:23-26. Genesis 1:2.

Consequently the SERPENTINE class are hybrids mainly operating as: "Lying Spirits", which are spirits of divination, false prophecies and false miracles. 1Kings 22:22. They also operate as "Seducing Spirits" — false doctrines and teachings and devilish traditions, customs and culture. 1Timothy 4:1 etc. They also perform other evil tasks.

The SCORPION class, on the other hand, operate as demons of Affliction, Waster, Devourer, Destroyer, Death, etc. Isaiah 54:16, Malachi 3:11, 1Corinthians 10:10.

The SERPENTS tempt, lie and steal while the SCORPIONS strike, afflict and kill. Lower-ranking witches and magicians are more connected to these hybrids or ordinary demons which are not POWERS as it relates to the fallen angels.

POWERS are the leading operational spirits behind all the forms of witchcraft, false religions, terrorism, corruption, etc. These vicious spirits inflict people with chronic destructive habits such as; smoking, drinking, bed-wetting, gambling, etc, as well as mental and psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar, depression, insomnia, insanity, dementia, lust, greed, anger, pride, etc. These vicious spirits are also carriers of diseases and health conditions which are medically incurable such as cancer, alzheimer, HIV/AIDS, Parkinson's disease, autism, etc. Note that fallen angels create these weapons of addictions and habits and diseases, but equips and empowers the demons to use them. They too, can directly use these weapons if the need arises.

Two chief spirits in this category of fallen angels called POWERS are the Arch-Spirits known as Death and the entity called Apollyon or Abaddon which in Greek means DESTRUCTION. 1Corinthians 15:55-56. Revelation 20:13-24. Revelation 9:11.

Glowqueen3:
Can God also speak to someone by using a frequent answer,for example let say you want to learn a skill and you are confuse on which handcraft you want to learn.
Then you pray to God to guide you on what to learn that everything around you should direct you to that particular skill,now let say a Friend came and started talking about hairdressing and how much her hairdresser is collecting from her,then another person discuss how mush She bought her wig another friend still tell her how profitable the hair business is,Can We conclude that God is speaking to her that She should venture into hairdressing because the handwork seem to hover around her.
Is it a possible way that God is speaking to using that method.

Thank you for this question. I will just go straight to my answer for you. God may not necessarily use "things around" you to direct you, but He may use things WITHIN you to guide you—your talents and unique potentials domiciled within you.

If you prayed to God concerning a vocation to pursue and He wants to guide you, from my experiences, He'd impress upon you, either through dreams or a strong prompting in your heart towards those things which you have a strong passion for. Things like hobbies, Self-taught skills or vocations and skills that you have a natural inclination towards, and not necessarily what people around you are suggesting to you.

If you allow people and circumstances to dictate the voice of God to you, you may end up in a vocation that may fetch you a certain volume of profit but not the job satisfaction and career fulfilment that you envisioned. Therefore, pursue what you have a genuine liking and a strong passion for.

Lastly, not every vocation or skill that gives one money may necessarily give another the same amount of success financially. God bless you.

SIGNS OF ANSWERED PRAYERS

You have prayed for hours, days, weeks, and—even months! yet it seems as though you aren't making any contact with God. You're not sure if you're praying the right way, or whether God is hearing you at all. How would you know when or if God has answered your prayers? These are very critical questions every sincere child of God would ask.

Don't panic. Don't despair. The answer has come.

You see, the issue is not whether you're praying correctly or whether God is "hearing" you.

Firstly, there's no "correct" or "right" way to pray. Romans 8:26. There's only the right approach to prayer, which is, the prayer of Faith. Hebrews 11:6. James 1:6-7.

Secondly, God is hearing you. When you mentioned the Name of Jesus at the start of your prayer He manifested...He was present with you and listening to your prayer, and He, most of the time spoke back to you! Matthew 18:20.

However, I want to highlight key SIGNS you must have felt, seen, observed or even experienced when you prayed alone in your room, or when you're gathered in fellowship with other brethren in Church. The problem, as earlier stated, is not if God is hearing you. The real problem is that you don't "hear" Him when He responds. When you understand that prayer is a two way communication then you'd learn how to "listen" to discern God's responses whenever you pray.

These signs may not be absolutely accepted as proof of God's validation of your supplications but they're universally proven, with replete Biblical evidences and personal experiences, of the different subtle ways God speaks to us, as we would see shortly.

1. LIGHT:
I want you to understand that God is a Spirit, therefore He may not speak exactly the same way humans speak. God speaks to us with cognitive (intellectual) and non-cognitive (non intellectual) languages. God can speak through visual or mental impressions, and these find expression through what we call dreams & visions.

Anytime you have a revelatory dream, or a vision (mental impressions of images or motion pictures), God has answered you with Light. Numbers 12:6. Psalms 13:3. Psalms 19:8.
Ephesians 1:18.

2. WIND:
God can also caress your body as a form of assuring you of His presence in or with or around you when you pray. It's a form of God's answering your prayer. His voice can become to you at that time physical sensations running through your body, as well as stimulating your emotive impulses such as; peace in your spirit, calmness in your heart, joy, excitement, terror, trembling, etc. Sometimes you just want to cry, dance or shout when that feeling wash over you and overwhelmes you. In that instant, God has responded to you. Psalm 42:7. Habakkuk 3:16. Luke 1:44. Philippians 4:7.

3. FIRE:
When the 120 disciples prayed in the upper room during the feast of Pentecost, God answered them by fire. This fire didn't consume them, it endued them with power. God didn't speak, He simply dropped Holy fire on their heads and the outcome of that mysterious response was awesome! This is still happening in every living Church around the world. 2 Chronicles 7:1
1 Kings 18:38. Acts 2:1-12.

Whilst this form of response from God is usually for impartation of spiritual gifts, anointing or a blessing, it can also be for ejection (forceful removal) of a disease, a strange thing or personality inside you. So, anytime you see a man of God casting out an evil spirit from a person and the person is wriggling or writhing in agony, the fire of God is invisibly responsible. Mark 9:20. Matthew 15:13.

4. EARTHQUAKE:
Imagine praying to God and suddenly you hear chairs and tables rattling violently, glass cups glide off of shelves and shatter on the floor even as you feel the ground quaking under your feet threatening to throw you to the ground!

Yes, I call this strange form of God's response, FORCEFUL IMPACT. The Lord's response can sometimes be so sudden that it has forceful impact on the earth, thereby causing a kind of unharmful quaking. When you see people shaking and falling to the floor while being prayed for or while ministrations are going on, they're having the experience of God's forceful manifestation of His presence. Acts 4:31. Revelation 1:17.

5. SOUND:
Many Christians think that God only speak through STILL SMALL VOICE In The Spirit (Heart). Yes, that is true, but God can also speak to you with sound (words) in your ear audibly—physically! When the Lord Jesus Christ encountered Saul/Paul, He spoke to him audibly! Paul could hear and understand what Christ was saying but his companions could only HEAR A VOICE but didn't see Jesus. Acts 9:1-8.
During the baptism of Jesus at the Jordan River, God's voice was heard by all that were there saying; "This is my beloved Son..." and at the Mount of Transfiguration, the Voice continues; "... With Whom I Am Pleased. Hear Ye Him" Matthew 3:17. Matthew 17:5.
I call that "Auditory Perception".

There are countless other examples in the Bible—and in this current dispensation where God's voice can be heard by people. I am one of them. Isaiah 30:20-21.

6. THUNDER/TRUMPET:
No, this is not the rapture!
This is a divine response from a spiritual dimension which translates into understandable, vocal utterances in this physical dimension. Because Satan and the fallen angels had understanding of heaven's language, God changed the way messages are relayed to His people using various coded languages including "Speaking in Tongues" to communicate His thoughts. Once again, abundant verses and passages of Scripture describe this mysterious SIGN in expression.
Revelation 1:10. Revelation 10:4.

When God thunders or trumpets from heaven, it is usually captured by the spirit of the earthly, Holy Spirit-filled saints and uttered as PROPHECIES or the GIFT OF DIVERSITIES OF TONGUES"—the language of Angels. 1 Corinthians 13:1.

7. SMOKE/CLOUD:
Finally, another aspect of God's response to heartfelt prayer and worship, whether as an individual or as a group, in fellowship or in Church, is by a visible or invisible cloud of holy smoke descending upon you or the whole house. The Church calls this "God's Shekinah" or Manifest Glory. When this CLOUD descends, many wonderful things happen! 2 Chronicles 5:13-14. 2 Chronicles 7:1-3. Ezekiel 10:3-4.

Deliverance, divine impartation, supernatural enduement, healing, restoration, etc, are just a few of the vast cornucopia of goodness that this glory cloud brings.

These signs occur everyday within and around us but many are not sensitive to them or simply choose not to recognise them. Many times though, these signs also happen to non Christians as God can speak to all of His creation anywhere, anytime and anyhow.

Happy new month.

HeatSeeker:
Interesting write up...

Thank you.

Goals setting is one important feature of diligent people. Goal-setters are focused, time-conscious, deliberate and organized. But goals setting can be difficult for some, as when it comes to planning their life, they become confused. Below is a step-by-step and practical way to set goals, pursue them and achieve them smoothly and - smartly.

1. S - SPECIFIC = When setting goals, be precise, concise as well as articulate and distinctive. Don't be vague or indefinite.

2. M - MEASURED = Arrange your goals in sequencial order. Let them be determined in phases.

3. A - ACHIEVABLE = Be practical and realistic. Do not be idealistic or utopian, let your goals reflect current realities.

4. R - RELEVANT = Let your goals be important. Do not waste your time going about things that won't add value to your life. If you're a professional; pursue excellence. If you're artistic; set goals to standout. If you're business-oriented or inclined to industry; let your goals surround productivity, improved service delivery and good customer relations.

5. T - TIMEBOUND = Give yourself an ultimatum. Set deadlines for achieving each phase of your goals, efficiently.

6. E - ETHICAL = Set sound moral standards. Let your goals reflect your values and principles.

7. R - RESOURCED = Start with what you have. Before outsourcing for resources check yourself - there is first the resources of the human being before the resources of the earth. They are the resources of;

• The Heart - innate resources such as; integrity, excellence, dedication, etc.
• The Mind - knowledge, innovation, creativity, etc.
• The Hand - skills, strength, speed, etc.

These resources prove that you have capacity, are credible and competent.

Thanks for reading.

5 PRACTICAL PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME SIN

Sin is the transgression of the law - 1John 3:4. It is willfull disobedience of the moral laws or principles of the Lord Jesus and the deliberate disrespect of His sacrifice on the cross. Sin is a conscious violation of Christ's laid down standards of righteous living as such incurs the displeasure of God upon the sinner.

Every Christian can overcome sin - or even avoid it entirely with these 5 principles. All that is required is mere determination and a genuine fear of God.

1. PRAY FOR HELP: You must first cry out for help to God in prayer. If you've gone very deep into a particular sin - or what some choose to call 'bad habit', you need to join a prayer group. That way, you'd be encouraged to pray even when you don't feel like it. As praying alone can be boring at times belonging to a prayer group will greatly motivate you to pray fervently and as well give impetus to your own personal devotion. LUKE 18:13. JOEL 2:12-13.

2. AVOID THE MAGNETIC FIELD OF SIN: Avoid those things, places or people that'll corrupt your mind, taint your reputation, tarnish your image, misrepresent what you stand for and teach you dirty and ungodly habits. PSALM 1:1. 2COR. 5:14-17. 1THESS. 5:22.

3. BECOME SPIRITUAL: Acquire spiritual materials such as the Bible, Christian books, audio/video sermons etc. Delete sensual songs from your listening devices and your phone and replace them with Christian songs and live Christian ministrations and concerts. PSALM 119:9/11.

4. IF YOU SIN, CONFESS IT AND REPENT QUICKLY: Do not carry over an unrighteous thought, word or deed into the following day. Ensure you don't go to sleep with anger, unforgiveness and grudges in your heart against anyone. Confess and obtain forgiveness for sins as soon as possible. If you're "sin conscious" or feel you've sinned without knowing in particular what you've done wrong, just claim the mercy of God and declare ťhat you're cleansed and absolved of sins by the Blood of Jesus Christ. 1 JOHN 1:7-9. PSALM 51:1-10. HEBREWS 4:16.

5. FILL YOUR MIND WITH GODLY THINGS: The main workshop where sin is conceived and fomented is in the MIND, therefore you must protect your mind at all times against thoughts and ideas that can infect and negatively affect your behavior and actions.

You must never allow or accomodate in your thoughts filthy things like pornographic and violent videos or games, erotic magazines and TV shows that promote and celebrate nudity, indecent dressing and foul language. PSALM 19:14. PHILIPPIANS 4:8. COLOSSIANS 3:1-2.

SIN shall not have dominion over you only if you keep yourself from sin. Grace to resist and overcome the urge or compelling power of sin has been given to us by the Spirit of the Lord Jesus Christ living inside us, only be strong and constant in your resolve to live by the Spirit and not by sensual (carnal) desires. TITUS 2:11,12. 1JOHN 5:18. GALATIANS 5:16. Shalom.

12 BAD HABITS YOU MUST AVOID IN CHURCH.

1. Chatting and recieving calls during church Service. This is highly disrespectful. Even a school lecturer won't condone it.

2. Folding your arms when your pastor is teaching; You are inadvertently telling him that what he is saying is not worth writing down.

3. Refusing to sit where the ushers direct you to sit. This shows you are disorderly, unruly and stubborn.

4. Running out to pick calls with your phone ringing out so loud. This is absolute madness.

5. Lateness to church. Some people have this as an unbreakable habit.

6. Starring at every beautiful girl/handsome guy you see and making them uncomfortable.

7. Sleeping in church during sermon.

8. Sitting down during prayer or praise session. This makes you look very odd. You also demoralize the service coordinators .

9. Looking at the clock on the wall and then the watch on your wrist and then looking at the pastor's face insinuating that he is taking too much time.

10. Borrowing things like; phone chargers, pen etc and leaving with them claiming that you forgot.

11. Always leaving the church before closure for no particular appointment, making others who choose to stay till the end of service look over-zealous.

12. Gathering outside the church to discuss while worship is going on.

The House of God is a sacred place. Every living church was commissioned by God in the name of Jesus Christ, and His Holy Spirit is always present, along with powerful angels to carry out different tasks on people's lives. Therefore, one must act responsibly and be careful how one conducts his or herself in the House of God.

Shalom.

There are four states, or conditions of the soul of man. Using animalistic metaphors, similes and characteristics as the Bible sometimes does when making reference to certain individuals or peoples, I want to explain these states.

1. THE SHEEP STATE: Matthew 25:33.
The SHEEP state is the righteous and sanctified state of a Christian. The sheep is willing to be led, is obedient, gentle, Meek and humble. There are two categories of sheep; the fat sheep and the lean sheep, Ezekiel 34:20.

2. THE GOAT STATE: Matthew 25:33.
The Christian who is in the GOAT state of his spiritual life is a carnal believer. He is likened to the man who hears the Word but the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the Word and he becomes unfruitful; Matthew 13:23. He is more interested in the blessings and not on the ONE who gives it.

3. THE DOG STATE: 2 Peter 2:22. Matthew 7:6.
The DOG state is a state where a man is yet undecided about his spiritual inclinations. He is devoid of any deep Godly convictions. His characteristics include instability, is easily irritated by a rebuke for his careless manners, bad attitude or disgusting habits. He is prone to sudden anger and violence. He is loyal only to himself and is a victim of his own passions. He is demonically obsessed. Demonic suggestions to him sound like angels giving him ideas, but his lifestyle, dressing and prayerlessness indicates spiritual blindness.

4. THE SWINE (PIG) STATE: 2 Peter 2:22. Matthew 7:6.

The SWINE or PIG STATE is the state of total disconnect from God, severe deadness to conscience, grossly immoral in nature, dirty in mind with a total disregard for his unbridled appetites and immoral passions. The pig loves dirt (sin) and fights anyone who tries to take him off of it. He is spiritually ignorant but can argue fiercely about his knowledge of the bible. He is the best choice for demonic possession and is a playground for demons, Mark 5:12-13. This is the worst state any man can find himself in.

ONLY THE SHEEP WILL MAKE HEAVEN.

Destiny is life's ultimate destination.
Before one embarks on a journey, one must first get direction.

While on the journey, one must also need a compass to guide them through the many turns and curves of the pathways and crossroads one must encounter on life's roadmap.

However, the one important question the journeyman must ask is — "who should I ask direction for my life? Who is or should be my guide through life's journey"? The answer is undoubtedly, the PERSON that gave you life, Jehovah (God). But how can we be led by God whom we don't see?

GOD created man, and over the years He has used different mediums to communicate to man, giving him direction on various aspects of life. But in this current dispensation the only medium He gives us direction is by His Word compiled into a single book called the Holy Bible. He also also speaks to us through His Spirit in us, but what His Spirit says must not be in conflict with what is written in the Bible or else that's your mind talking to you.

The only way to fully know the voice of God's Spirit is when we learn His written words and master how God speaks and how He reacts, if not, any voice we hear — that makes sense and appeals to our senses, will be taken as the voice of God.

The Bible says that there are many voices and all of them sounds meaningful; 1 Corinthians 14:10. Our mind has a voice, our body has a voice, our emotions are voices too, people's opinions are voices, our conditions and situations are also voices. If we are hungry our body will speak, if we are sad, our emotions will speak, if we're broke, our mind will start talking! How then do we discern God's voice if all these voices are talking?

What do you want to hear from God? Is it about money, marriage, family, ministry or business? Anything you want God to talk to you about, locate the place in His Word where He spoke about it and study what He said and what you should do. If what you're asking is not clearly stated in the Bible, look for the character, passage or verse that is nearest in meaning to what you're looking for and start praying to God that He do it for you the way He did it in the passage or verse you just read. When you pray long enough, He'll begin to speak to you by showing you dreams that details what you're praying for, sooner or later. Try as much as you can to remember the details of your dreams and write them down.

GOD may also give you answers through visions — in form of short images quickly flashed in your mind's eye. How do you know it's a vision? A sharp, harmless pain will cut through your heart as soon as you see those images. You'll feel as if you just remembered what you should have done since but didn't. That is the way most visions come. Fast flashes of images across your mind is called a "closed vision". Something you never knew, at that instant you just know it. There is also a trance, or an open vision and a voice speaking in your ear (usually your right ear), but these are more advanced ways He speaks.

Do not listen too much to your emotions, people's opinions and what your current condition is saying to you.

GOD doesn't speak through feelings; He speaks with strong CONVICTIONS.
There's nothing you ask of God that He won't tell you; as long as it's what will help you and also glorify His name. Shalom.

As the different Church denominations are announcing the themes of the year with their members, so also the children of the world are announcing their own theme: NO GREE FOR ANYBODY.

The Church, which represent the Kingdom of God here on earth roll out the general "Counsel" of God for their denomination every beginning of each new year and tailor their sermons and activities around those themes, and also expect their congregations to carry the consciousness that the proclaimed theme will be the standard and template for expressing their faiths and hinging their expectations. So also, the children of the world are being inspired to coin their own general theme for the year.

NO GREE FOR ANYBODY can mean anything to a person or a group of people, depending on the circumstances of the conversation, confrontation, transaction or altercation.

Children of Light should never be fooled into thinking that we're the only ones with a mandate and have the Holy Spirit talking to us — the children of the world also have a mandate and a spirit informing their thoughts, lifestyle and principles of living.

Many men and women of God, as well as young ministers of the Gospel are claiming to be the 'father' or 'mother' of revival. Which revival? The one that attacks fellow men of God or the one that projects man as God?

Revival cannot be FATHERED by any man, or woman. Among other things, it is a response of God to the cry of the saints in a generation or dispensation. God raises men and women everywhere as intercessors, laborers and stewards who play complementary roles in coordinating the move of God through His Spirit, in the churches.

As much as there is a revival going on right now in the Body of Christ, let it also be known to us Christians that there is also a 'revival' going on currently amongst the children of darkness. Shalom.

My take on this, is one of an enlightened Christian. The antics of the devil and his willing agents are not new.

If Satan had succeeded in stealing the body of Moses, you know what damage he could have done with it?

If the Roman soldiers were paid by the Pharisees to lie that Jesus' body was stolen from the tomb by His disciples, what do you think this generation cannot cook up to destroy the image of His servants whose achievements and legacies are obviously eclipsing those of Satanists, occultists and renowned witch@s and wiz#rds?

The BBC and its handlers are mostly Ant¡christs, S@tanists and ath€ists. Infact, the operatives of BBC are members of secret religious organizations who never esteem Jesus as Lord, or regard His followers and servants.

Those who have ears and eyes saw how the BBC and their cohorts lied during the US elections, the propaganda they peddled during the Covid 19 pandemic and many other lies too difficult to decipher by simple minds.

I'll urge true lovers of Christ to not be moved or be troubled when news such as this one is being circulated and promoted. Of course we understand that people with hidden agendas are behind it.

Although it's a pity that few men of God and Christians may be used as a mouthpiece to give credence to the claims of these actors, but I am sure that I won't be deceived. Why are they coming out now? Where have they been since the man of God was alive?

So, no relative, friend or associates of the alleged victims cared to inquire about the prolonged stay of their loved ones in the Synagogue, or to examine them when they came back home?

No government official such as ambassadors, consuls or governors ever cared to ask how they fared while in the Synagogue? No journalist questioned thousands of their countrymen and women who daily thronged the Synagogue to seek for solutions to their problems?

Who's lying here?

Ikotun-Epe, the site of the Synagogue Church, welcomes tens of thousands of peoples from different nations and walks of life. Government Secret agents, private investigators, undercover journalists, etc have all at one time or the other, visited the church to experience first-hand and witness the goings-on in the church, so it's now — after the demise of the man of God, that they suddenly found their tongues to talk?

No harm shall come to the reputation of the Church of Jesus Christ, and of the Man Of God, the esteemed Prophet TB Joshua, even in death.

FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE MARRIAGE

No man or woman is too good or too bad to be your spouse. There are three major factors to consider in a relationship before making marital commitments. He or she must be as follows:
Must be someone you like (physically, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually) — Numbers 36:6.
Must be a Christian — 2 Corinthians 6:14; Numbers 36:6–10.
Must be suitable or agreeable, with you — Genesis 2:18. Amos 3:3. Notice, I didn't say "compatible"...that's not a term to be used in the Christian marital context. Can two walk together except they AGREE? the Bible says. Agreement here conote covenant, a genuine bonding by spiritual and moral convictions, and not by merely sensual or carnal permutations.

Notice that I did not include love. Ironically, love is not the main factor when considering a partner. Often, what people term love while dating is, more properly, romantic interest and desire toward one’s partner. Some even call it a “love interest.”
Love is not spontaneous; it grows over time. Therefore, no one simply falls in love—rather, we grow in love. Moreover, God instructs husbands to love their wives, not their girlfriends (Ephesians 5:25), and wives to submit to and reverence their husbands, not their boyfriends (Ephesians 5:22, 33).

Can God reveal “my” spouse to me?

Yes, God can reveal a potential spouse to you, but not necessarily the spouse specifically made for you. No man or woman is created exclusively for another person.
God instructed Adam to eat from "every" tree in the garden except the forbidden tree. This implies that every man or woman within the same faith as you may be marriageable, but you must make your choice among them (Genesis 2:16–17).
If you pray, God may reveal—either in your spirit or through a man of God—certain qualities or virtues that would be agreeable with your nature. If you observe those spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical traits in someone you have an interest in, you may proceed toward marriage. You might see those qualities in more than one person, but you must ultimately make a choice.

However, God may also reveal certain spiritual secrets or character traits about a person that could indicate potential danger. If you still choose to proceed, God will not stop you. If you decide to withdraw, God will not judge you either. Ultimately, you live with your decision (Ecclesiastes 7:26; Psalm 144:11; Psalm 12:1–2).
Adam married by revelation, whereas the fallen angels married based on physical appearance. When Adam saw Eve, he declared, “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.” If God had put him to sleep before creating the woman, how did Adam know she was taken from his body? Revelation.
The outcome of Adam’s marriage—born out of revelation—fulfilled God’s purpose of populating the earth with normal human beings. In contrast, the fallen angels, who married out of lust, produced giants—abnormal offspring that contributed to the corruption of the earth (Genesis 6:1–7).

However, God may not reveal everything to you. In as much as you're praying, you must aslo discover your partner as you get on with each other. Observe potential threats or danger signs. When Samson and his parents set out to marry the lady from Timnath, they encountered a lion. Samson didn't see it as a bad omen, neither was he discouraged. Though it was a sign. He confidently attacked and dispatched the threat and continued their. Lions, in this context, are certain "red flags" you may observe in your partner with time. If you don't have the grace to confront that lion, turn back! If not, proceed!

In conclusion, when you encounter "the one", your mind and physical senses may doubt, but your spirit—your heart—will affirm, “This is the one.” Therefore, follow your spirit, not merely your eyes.

Answering the questions about the controversy surrounding MIRACLE MONEY.

My answer is that;

1. The will of man is not the will of God.

2. The ANOINTING is a gift from the Holy Spirit, giving to a minister of the Gospel to undertake a Divine assignment. God's Spirit gives it as God wills, but the minister can use it as he wills.

3. If he uses it without being guided by the word of God and by God's Spirit, he may do "good" things with it but not what God's purpose for it is or what He commanded, if so, the minister has TRESPASSED under presumption. Jesus said, in the last day, some will say "Lord, in YOUR NAME we cast out devils, healed the sick and prophesied", but Jesus said He'd deny them!

WHY? Because they were "workers of iniquity" meaning that they used HIS POWER to work for their own glory and not His own purpose.

Moses struck the rock twice, angrily, whilst The Lord asked him to speak to it. He was punished for pleasing himself with God's power instead of honouring God. The power of God is not used to prove a point.

Therefore MIRACLE MONEY, if it is God instructing His ministers to command money into people's bank accounts, He must have a DIVINE REASON for doing that, just as Christ commanded money from the mouth of a fish.

The money gotten from the mouth of a fish was used to pay off the tax collectors.

Apparently, Jesus and His disciples were financially stranded at the time the taxes were being collected so they needed DIVINE INTERVENTION to escape that situation, just as God rained down manna from heaven to feed His people, because food can't grow in the desert they were crossing.

Generally, miracles are God's solutions for His people during an emergency. He doesn't necessarily do that all the time. When they got into Cana manna stopped falling. Therefore, Miracle money is for financially stranded people, if not, then the miracle is unjustified and is a violation of spiritual principles. Shalom.

As you're reading this now, you might be walking past a church, living right beside a church or working in one.

We have often wondered, "why are there so many churches everywhere and people are still not changing?"

Well, using our country as an example, so that we can easily relate — we ask, why do we have abundant resources yet still poor in many ways? The chorus answer would be, arguably, "BAD GOVERNMENT!"

The church's leadership is first, spiritual then physical. The Lord Jesus is the Head of the church, while He delegated certain chosen men to lead on earth, with the Holy Spirit's backing. Many are called but few passed the rigorous test of God's standard for electing men to spiritual authority. The many who aren't called then took it upon themselves to form there own government, parallel to God's kingdom, and lacking strong moral and spiritual ethics, make a mess of lives, wreck homes and destroy the society thereby causing even the unbelievers to doubt the authenticity and genuineness of Christ's church.

Here are 7 Biblical signs that distinguish between the few called men of God from the others.

1. They encounter the Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ or an angel before they start out in full ministry.

From Noah, Abraham, Samuel, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel to all the apostles, including Paul, these PROPHETS and men of God ALL saw or heard God, an angel and the Lord Jesus Christ at different times.

In some cases, their parents are pre-informed by a prophet or an angel about the kind of child they'd have and the nature of God's call on that child's life: Samuel, Sampson, John the Baptist and the Lord Jesus are vivid examples.

2. They are given a mission — a divine assignment that usually would take a lifetime to fulfill. After the burning bush encounter, Moses spent the rest of his life leading Israel from Egypt to the Promised Land...likewise the prophets, the Judges and all the apostles of Christ, they all lived and died in active service.

3. They are given power and authority over ALL devils, evil spirits and over ALL the forces of nature. Luke 9:1. Luke 10:19.

A minister who says he's only a "deliverance minister" or one who calls himself a "healing evangelist" is only being ridiculous — and lazy. It's either you are fully equipped with all the powers of God or you're just like any other Christian — who operate with one or a couple of spiritual gifts. The Lord does not call men to confront and interface with full-time devils and give them part-time or half measure of power. Luke 4:34.

4. They are supernaturally or miraculously provided for. No true man of God would go around harassing people for money, demand money for prayers or prophecy or give you financial conditions before praying for you or coming to preach or minister in your church.
1 Kings 17:2-9. Exodus 16:11-15. Luke 10:1-7.

5. They enjoy extraordinary angelic protection. 2 Kings 6:15-17. Matthew 26:52-53.

6. They are visited by the Lord Jesus and angels at critical stages or phases of their mission — to bring direction, clarification, encouragement, etc. Matthew 17:1-3. Acts 9.

7. After their demise, their legacy and impact is still felt across generations. Their ministry is a testament to the world and an eternal monument to their honour. Deuteronomy 34:10. Happy new month. Shalom.

Unto the woman HE said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; AND THY DESIRE SHALL BE TO THY HUSBAND, AND HE SHALL RULE OVER THEE. GENESIS 3:16.

The above scripture is a curse, God's verdict on Eve's disobedience in Eden.

Everyday we wake up to hear news of how young men, mostly in their late teens and mid twenties, slaughter their "girlfriends" for money making rituals. They want to become rich and impress other girls and intimidate other guys in the neighborhood.

Girls, on the other hand, mostly teenagers and a few in their twenties, either lacking initiative, bereft of good family upbringing, lazy or having self entitlement — or just greedy, are ninety-five percent the victims.

Men that equate their self esteem to how much money they have, are MENTALLY POOR AND WORTHLESS.

Women that thinks a man must provide all their needs are pathetic and UNDER A CURSE...the curse of Eve.

It's high time fathers pay attention to their growing sons' mindset, their values and proclivities. Mothers, too, is it not time to teach your girls how to be the virtuous woman the Bible talk about? - Proverbs 31.

No man can deceive a girl whose mind is enlightened, whose heart is pure and whose hands are busy. A man's gifts will only be a compliment to what she already has or can afford, in time, instead of living like a chicken being fed fat only to be slaughtered on Christmas day.

Rest in peace to all the ladies butchered for money by the one they thought "loved" them.

Due to questions asked by many Christians and ordinary folks regarding what is their purpose in life, and how to go about discovering their God-endowed abilities and talents, it became imperative for me to search the Word of God - which is the ultimate manual of His creation, and bring knowledge to the body of Christ.

Many Christians think that the Great Commission given by the Lord Jesus to the saints to "Go therefore, and teach all nations, baptisizing them"... that we have all been called to be Pastors and preachers - standing on the pulpit. Well, that's not so. According to the Bible, other than the Church or other religious organizations there are other areas or institutions that God has established on earth which will affect every person wherever they may be in the society. I will attempt to present to you the Seven MAJOR INSTITUTIONS that govern every sphere of man's life in a given community or society.

I call them the 7 MOUNTAINS OF SOCIETY (Isaiah 2:2,3)

In Romans 12:4-8 seven "gifts of grace" are listed by the apostle Paul stating the different functions of the Members of one Body. In the following highlights, I will juxtapose these 7 gifts with the 7 Institutions and give a brief commentary on each, and you'll discover that you have been given grace to function in one or more of these gifts.

So, here we go;

1. PROPHECY : (Religion] These should not be mistaken for prophets alone but everyone who is called to be a full time preacher. These are the body of people who are specially called and anointed to stand in the Office of Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor and Teacher, and their primary assignment is clearly stated in EPHESIANS 4:11-13.

2. RULER [Government/Administration] These are those who are gifted with leadership abilities, examples are political leaders, corporate leaders, senators, governors, school prefects, student union leaders etc.

3. GIVING [Commerce & Industry/Wealth Creation and Distribution]. This here refers to people gifted in the economic sector. They have the ability to generate and equitably distribute the wealth of nations and corporate or private organizations. They are also captains of industries and entrepreneurs, business owners, traders, craftsmen, bankers, technicians etc. As the title implies, God intended that wealth be GIVEN (shared) out and not to be hoarded - that's the reason the Bible calls it the grace of Giving!

4. TEACHING [Education/Learning] This is the beloved academic institutions and those gifted with teaching and nurturing, harnessing and deploying potentials and abilities. They are found in schools, universities, colleges and various other institutions of learning in name of teachers, lecturers, tutors, professors etc.

5. Ministry (Entertainment/Sports]. This is the exciting world of entertainment. The word ministry is translated here as service or those who provide entertainment services. Actors, comedians, musicians, dancers and sports men and women fall in this category.

6. EXHORTATION [Communication/Media]. This here refers to the Social media and Communications sector in general. God intends that the news we hear everyday exhort (encourage) people, hence the name EXHORTATION, but sadly, many news channels broadcasts only things that are either not true or that cause panic and discouragement.

7. MERCY [Charitable Organisations/Social Care-givers]. Lastly, this is the broad sector of social champions. Those who, out of their good hearts advocate for better environment, social equality and justice, human rights, etc. They are called many names, like Social Activists, Red Cross society, Child rights groups etc. They are also found in hospitals as doctors, the courts as lawyers and so on.

I hope that you identify your areas of strength and apply yourself accordingly. One way to know what you have been gifted with is to understand the things that you can do easily and without needing much assistance or help from anyone but that you only have to sharpen to become perfect. Lastly, all the above mentioned institutions are rewarded accordingly for their efforts, and some even become very rich and popular by diligently applying their skills and talents!

Mind you, everyone of the other institutions other than the ordained, full-time priests can preach, but not as effective as the specially ordained ministers. Priests and pastors can also be found in other industries but are more committed to their primary calling.

Thank you for reading. Please feel free to ask questions if you don't seem to find your place here. I'll be glad to reply. Shalom!

Omihanifa:
God bless you for this

Thank you. Thank you too, for reading through. Shalom.

5 COMPONENTS OF FAITH

We have heard many teachings of faith. We have been taught to pray to God in faith. Christians often decree and declare things in faith and speak forth blessings with bold faith and expect miracles yet not many Christians have their audacious proclamations rewarded with signs and wonders. The question is, why?

Well, here comes the answer.

In its simplest Biblical definition Faith is evidence or proof that your desire or prayer has been granted or answered...the proof being that you have the word of God for it. It means that you will have what you asked because God's word has made provision for it. Therefore, in order to desire, ask or pray and receive from God, certain factors must be observed.

1. KNOWLEDGE : To accurately and effectively prosecute your case before God the believer must be KNOWLEDGEABLE of the WORD OF GOD. A lawyer who doesn't have working knowledge of the various laws of the country will not win many cases — John 15:7. 2Timothy 2:15. Joshua 1:8. Hosea 4:6. Romans 10:17.

2. BELIEF: Some Christians have knowledge of many Scriptures but scarcely BELIEVE the efficacy of such. The person who has a signed cheque in his hands but doubts the financial integrity of his benefactor may go cashless for many days — Matthew 21:22. Mark 11:22. Mark 16:17.

3. CONFESSION: The believer must not stop at believing, he must SPEAK what he believes. When the sea storm arose, if the Lord Jesus while in the boat, thought in His heart "well... I am God, nothing will happen to me", He might as well have found Himself in the belly of a fish praying to be saved like Jonah. He spoke to the wind and the sea in the understanding that they will obey because of who He is — Mark 11:23. Romans 10:10. Psalms 116:10.

4. TRUST : Sometimes after we have boldly declared our faith we lose trust of THE ONE in whose Name we spoke. Peter lost his trust on the Lord and started drowning in the sea few seconds after confirming that it was Jesus the Lord who commanded him to walk towards Him on water; because of the waves of the sea. What he prevailed over made him distrust his authority! — Luke 9:62. Proverbs 3:5. Hebrews 10:38. Psalms 118:8-9.

5. OBEDIENCE : If we have trust in the word of God, we must also obey Him. A simple act of obedience by dipping himself seven times in River Jordan healed Naaman of leprosy. Obedience turned water to wine. — Acts 5:29. John 2:5.

These factors, well employed by the Christian, is foolproof to the faith we profess in Jesus Christ.

Shalom.

paxonel:
is the op aware of this?
Because, from all the things he posted, it seems Christianity to him is to bring man to man, hence all his complains. Because man will surely fail

Please kindly highlight where the OP overtly or covertly inferred that Christianity is to bring man to man.

OUR CHRISTIANITY TODAY

It is in Christianity that we argue from the Holy Scriptures; Muslims don't argue from the Quran.

It is in Christianity that we argue about speaking in Tongues; witch-doctors don't argue on incantations.

It is in Christianity that we argue about paying tithes; witches don't argue on blood donation.

It is in Christianity that we tell people that praying for long is a waste of time; a Buddhist monk stays indoors for years praying and meditating until he can penetrate walls, shape-shift and travel through different dimensions via astral projection.

It is in Christianity that we argue about the operations of the Holy Spirit; Juju priests do not argue about the operations of evil spirits.

It is in Christianity that we have different church denominations with different doctrines yet the same Bible; members of other religions stick to their beliefs without contradiction and compromise.

It is in Christianity that the various denominations will differ on the subject of the prayer of judgment upon one's enemies; witches and wizards don't think twice before pronouncing curses, casting spells and conjuring demonic forces against Christians.

Pathetic is the erroneous trend in Christianity were we bring comedians to the altar to joke with sacred things – something occultic practitioners, voodoo priests and witches can never tolerate in their temple, shrine or coven.

And now, even more devastating in our modern Christianity, Apostles are becoming severely critical about the methods Prophets employ in demonstrating their office and gifts - the Apostles claiming that they have come to bring "order" and "sanity" to the Body of Christ. Consequently, Prophets are now adopting a different title - in fear of being vilified and polarized by the others.
It's a shame if men who claim to represent God cannot discern false ministers and ministry by the Holy Ghost and by Scriptures, instead of speaking about a sacred office with disgust and general resentment - especially against the Prophets.

Furthermore, Evangelists are no longer interested in field ministry...building big cathedrals and being called General Overseers is now more appealing.
Pastors are tired of hearing Apostles claim that they are higher in rank and more anointed than the other offices, as a result Pastors earnestly lobby for more invitations to preach in foreign lands and in other churches - abandoning their congregation and primary place of assignment while chasing clout.

Finally, Teachers are now ashamed of their title; as they think it's not as respected and recognized as the others - so they proclaim themselves Bishop or Reverend to feel more relevant.

I am wondering how we got here.
No wonder the revival that we cry for tarries.

I want to believe that we are in a critical phase in the church age. But my generation shall not tolerate contaminated wine flow from the altar of the Spirit. We will challenge that devil of pride, resentment, intolerance, dissension and contradiction creeping into the Body of Christ.

Shalom.

1. THE WORD OF WISDOM — The gift of the Word of Wisdom gives you DIRECTION; by INSTRUCTING you on what to say or do, in a particular situation or in an emergency.
Mark 13:11. John 8:7.

2. THE WORD OF KNOWLEDGE — The Word of Knowledge REVEALS certain PAST and CURRENT INFORMATION about a person, place or thing; to either redeem or rebuke, restore or revoke, as the case may be. Isaiah 43:9. John 4:16-19.

3. THE GIFT OF FAITH — The gift of Faith PRODUCES a miracle, MOVES things or CAUSES change; through SPOKEN WORDS or decrees. Job 22:28. Mark 4:39.

4. THE GIFTS OF HEALING — The Gifts of Healing REPAIRS or REPLACE damaged body parts and REMOVES diseases, viruses, infections and pains etc, from any living thing; this gift flows through the air when the minister declares healing, and sometimes by proxy or by contact. Luke 7:7. Acts 5:15.
Luke 4:40.

5. THE WORKING OF MIRACLES — The Gift of Working Miracles CREATES missing things and INFLUENCES natural and supernatural forces and events to favour a person; by performing an ACTION inspired by the Holy Ghost.
Exodus 4:2-4. 2 Kings 2:8. John 2:7-9.

6. THE GIFT OF PROPHECY — The Gift of Prophecy enables one to FORETELL future events and FORTHTELL present secrets by the Holy Spirit. Amos 3:7. Matthew 24:1-35.
1 Corinthians 14:24-25.

7. THE DISCERNING OF SPIRITS — The Gift of Discernment EXPOSES the spirit behind a situation or event, it DISTINGUISHES angels from demons and truth from error. It enables you to UNDERSTAND what Satan has done and what God is doing. Matthew 13:25-28. Acts 16:16-18.

8. THE DIVERS TONGUES — The Gift of Divers Tongues TRANSMITS a living message from God to a stranger or foreigners in their language; or in the case of the saints - in the language of angels.
Isaiah 28:11. Acts 2:4-12. 1 Corinthians 13:1.

9. THE INTERPRETATION OF TONGUES — The Gift of Interpretation of Tongues DECODES the language of angels; it COMMUNICATES the encrypted or coded message from God into an understandable language.
1 Corinthians 14:13. 1 Corinthians 14:27-28.

To qualify for the gifts of the Holy Spirit, one must receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour and be baptized by the Holy Spirit.

Shalom.

Seek and ye shall find" ...Matthew 7:7.

The six following signs are what the seeker must look out for when looking for the true church or denomination to offer one's worship to God according to the Bible Book of Psalms 23:1-6.

1. The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.

* The true Church is the one where Jesus Christ is the Head and the focus of the congregation. Christ is seen as the Source, Provider and Sustainer; and not the pastor, prophet, apostle, evangelist or General Overseer. Ephesians 5:23.

2. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters.

* The "Green Pastures" is the Living Word of God and the "Still Waters" is the Anointing.

The true Church of Christ is the place where the Living Gospel is preached and taught without contradiction. The complete message of the birth, death, resurrection and glorification of Jesus is emphasized and salvation by faith in the Blood of Jesus offered to sinners. Romans 1:16-17.

The Still Waters is the "move" of the Holy Spirit. Any church where the demonstration of power or the manifestation is unconvincing, without direction, confusing or doesn't convict sinners, that is not the true anointing. The Holy Spirit is not an author of confusion. 1 Corinthians 14:33.

3. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

* The salvation that the Christian experience in the true Church of Christ brings joy to the soul of the believer. Biblical morals are taught and practiced and holiness emphasized always. Psalm 16:11. Obadiah 1:17.

4. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me.

* The living message preached from the pulpit of the true Church of Christ dispels fear from the hearts of its audience, offers security and protection from evil and brings direction and comfort to the believer. Psalm 91:1. 2Timothy 1:7.

5. Thou prepares a table before before me in the presence of my enemies: Thou anoint my head with oil; my cup run over.

* The true Church thrives and flourish even in the midst of trouble, adversity and persecution. The antics and devices of hell cannot harm it. The true and complete Church is heavily anointed. Matthew 16:18, Acts 4:33.

6. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of of the Lord for ever.

* The true Church of God experience constant supply of grace, divine favour and blessings. The saints of the true Church of Jesus Christ have great zeal for the work of God and take up a task in the house of God. Psalm 133:3, Psalm 122:1.

May the Lord give you direction. Shalom.

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Mercy is the expression of the love of God. Many Christians confuse mercy with grace. Mercy is not grace, however grace is given when mercy is obtained. Hebrews 4:16. Titus 3:5.

Mercy is God's character released through faith in the BLOOD of Jesus Christ, which is available to justify sinners and to preserve the Saints (Lamentation 3:22); whilst grace is the goodness and favour of God activated by faith in the WORD of God.

If mercy is not obtained, grace cannot be expressed.

The Bible states – "When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked rule, the people mourn" - Proverbs 29:2.

The elections are upon us once again, the process of choosing and installing new political leaders and political systems. I have been asked many times - especially during election seasons like this; "How and who should I vote?". My answer has always been the same; "Use the Biblical principles God has laid out and you will always find the best leader". And today I wish to make public this guideline for choosing political leaders.

I hereby present to you, seven major time-tested and universal principles for choosing a political leader, according to the Bible book of DEUTERONOMY 17:14-20.

1. HE SHALL BE WHOM THE LORD HAS CHOSEN:

Set someone that God has chosen. First pray for the candidates, even the ones whom you do not like;

“I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for ALL people, for KINGS and ALL who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).
Secondly, come to God in prayers and ask him for direction - “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him…” (Prov. 3:5-6). Then listen to your conscience...that is the voice of your spirit.

2. HE SHALL BE ONE FROM AMONG YOUR BRETHREN:

As a Christian a fellow believer should be preeminent in your choice of a leader - even if he is not from your tribe or region.

Nevertheless, a Cyrus (an unbeliever) can be considered if the believer comes short of the other factors below. Remember that you are not voting for a pastor, but for a president. The candidate might not share all of your theological views, but if he/she is committed to fair and righteous policies, then you might want to consider voting for this candidate. Isaiah 45:11.

3. HE SHALL NOT MULTIPLY HORSES TO HIMSELF:

This alludes to seeking foreign military aids, coalitions and alliances in order to intimidate perceived threats from opposition factions. It also connote dictatorship and speaks of a police state or military junta.

Any political candidate who has a record or traits of a tyrant, should be avoided at the polls.

4. HE SHALL NOT CAUSE THE PEOPLE TO RETURN TO EGYPT:

Any aspiring leader who seem not to have a clue as to how to look inwards for answers to the nation's problems, but always look to foreign financial assistance, military assistance, foreign exploitation of the country's resources, etc, is not fit to lead the nation as this would inadvertently mean neo-colonization...or modern slavery. If a nation ALWAYS scurry to obtain foreign assistance over trivial issues, that nation is not really independent.

5. HE SHALL NOT MULTIPLY WIVES:

Vote for a candidate who respects family values.

Will the candidate promote abortion, or will he/she fight for the sacredness of life in the womb? Does the candidate endorse so-called “same-sex marriage,” or will he/she uphold the biblical definition of Marriage - a union between ONE man and ONE woman only? Each candidate should be evaluated in light of these and other moral questions, not a person that is promiscuous or immoral. Immorality corrodes mentality and blinds vision.

6. HE SHALL NOT GREATLY MULTIPLY SILVER AND GOLD FOR HIMSELF:

He must not be economically corrupt.

One way to test an aspiring national political leader in the areas of economic development and human capital development is to;

a. ascertain the per capital income of his constituents,
b. verify the success of his personal business ventures or official positions held,
c. and investigate the scorecards of his previous administration or achievements.

The Bible says that during the reign of king Solomon, he amassed so much wealth for the nation such that silver was like ordinary stones in Jerusalem - 1 Kings 10: 27. Therefore the aspiring leader must prove that he can build the common wealth of the people and not just his own personal wealth.

7. HE MUST BE RULED BY HIGHER VALUES:

Finally, before deciding on your choice of a political leader, ensure that such a person has shown that he or she vehemently speaks and vigorously advocates for religious tolerance, fears God and respects the spiritual leaders of every religion in the nation.

Furthermore, the candidate must prove to be very knowledgeable about the country's constitution and must have a track record of having respect for the rule of law.

And if, after you follow through this process in selecting a leader, and cast your vote, but your preferred candidate - the one whom you felt convinced was the right one that God's spirit led you to vote for didn't eventually emerge the winner after voting – just know this; GOD APPOINTS, BUT MAN MAKES A CHOICE. Recognize that from eternity past, God has already ordained our next political leader but men have the power to either accept or reject God's appointed.

God can also use man's choice to fulfill His will.

Therefore, as it is written; “Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God” (Romans 13:1).

Happy new elections month. Shalom.

This new year, many believers are drawing up new plans and discarding old ones. Some are planning their new business, some education, some marriage, some their career, while some are planning to embark on full-time gospel ministry. The last group are the ones I wish to talk to today.

I want to highlight a few factors to consider before starting out in full-time preaching. The work of God is a spiritual one, therefore aspiring preachers must sincerely take precautious steps before heading into the Great Harvest to avoid deception and unnecessary pitfalls and ultimately, failure.

1. BE CALLED _ Many preachers run into full-time gospel ministry without checking with God what their calling is or whether they're called at all. Luke 4:18. 1 Samuel 3:4.

Not everyone is called into the pulpit ministry and no man can make himself "become" a priest (Hebrews 5:1-6).

Every Christian can preach the gospel and demonstrate gifts of the Spirit but not all are full-time priests. 1 Corinthians 12:28-30.

The Bible says that God called SOME to be Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers – to prepare others for their own assignment (Ephesians 4:11-13). Therefore, before picking up the microphone and starting a church please take considerable time out in serious prayers and meditation, hearing properly from God what His purpose for you is. Jeremiah 1:4-5. Luke 9:1. Acts 13:1-3.

2. BE PRAYERFUL _ Before launching out into gospel ministry, you must be thoroughly a fired up person in prayers and fasting. It is in prayer that spiritual capacity, sustainability and power to fulfill the vision is gotten. Luke 6:12. Matthew 4:1-2. 1 Thessalonians 5:17. Acts 13:2.

3. BE LED _ The Holy Spirit is the governor of the church on earth; ruling with the word of God as His constitution. John 16:13. John 14:26.

Before you leave your local church or denomination to start a fellowship or new church, ensure you're guided by the word of God and by the Holy Spirit. Mentors and Spiritual Fathers also provide guidance and much needed lessons from years of experience in the field. Romans 8:14. 1 Corinthians 4:15.

From Genesis to Revelation, every priest, prophet and person that God used as an oracle had profound supernatural encounters and experiences with God but today Christians move out on emotional impulses and personal convictions into ministry and get stuck in the work for many years with ignoble results, therefore getting direction from God is pertinent.

4. BE BOLD _ After being arrested, flogged, jailed and threatened by the authorities against preaching the gospel again, the young church deduced that before they can continue with the work they'd need to ask God for boldness. Boldness to speak the word of God without fear – and by extension boldness to confront and surmount obstacles and boldness to take daring risks and embark on dangerous adventures for the Gospel's sake. Acts 4:1-29.

A powerful preacher can easily be intimidated by Satan if he practices his faith and ministry with a timid heart. Prophet Elijah is a ready example of a powerful prophet who panicked when he was threatened by the malevolent queen Jezebel. 1 kings 19:1-3. Jeremiah 1:6-10.

The man of God needs boldness and confidence.

5. BE WISE _ Wisdom for gospel ministry is gotten from the original source – the Word of God. 2 Timothy 3:15.

I am ashamed anytime I see a preacher who cannot easily pull up relevant scriptural verses to engage in godly conversations or to buttress a point when preaching the gospel. There is a current trend of preachers using their personal experiences as a premise to imparting kingdom truths...that's an error, as scripture is above all personal experience and even every signs and wonders. Colossians 3:16. Malachi 2:7. Jeremiah 23:18.

A professor that doesn't have extensive knowledge of his subject is a charlatan.

Every preacher must study the Bible intensively and extensively with a view to having a VERY FIRM grasp of the authentic doctrines of the faith, the prophecies and laws of the Holy Spirit among others. 2 Timothy 2:15. Joshua 1:8.

6. BE ANOINTED _ Before the Lord Jesus sent His disciples out to minister He told them "Go your ways: behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves" ...Luke 10:3. Acts 10:38.

The Lord knew that out there, there is danger therefore He gave them power to meet and break the powers of the devil wherever they went. The preacher must be anointed... Luke 9:1. Luke 10:19.

However, the anointing that a full-time minister must possess is not just 'a measure' of the anointing but the FULLNESS of the Spirit.

Sadly, many Christians who because they had a dream or a vision about ministry or having obtained one or two gifts of the Spirit and have perhaps healed an illness or had a word of knowledge for one or two persons, thinking they are NOW equipped to start a church get destroyed by demons when they attempt to challenge spirits during deliverance or one-on-one ministrations!

Many of the above mentioned case abound. Some ministers go mad. Some fall mysteriously sick. Some lose jobs, spouse, career, business, ministry and in some cases some lose their life!

One needs the FULLNESS of the Spirit of God to undertake FULL-TIME ministry; or else one should stay in his local church or Christian group and minister to the brethren with his gifts pending when he is fully anointed – and it doesn't have anything to do with age. Acts 6:8. 1 Peter 4:10.

*** When the minister is fully anointed he demonstrates ALL the powers of the Holy Spirit, and not just some gifts; and he is heavily backed by Great Grace. Isaiah 11.1-3. John 3:34. Acts 4:33.

7. BE SENT _ Finally, the full-time preacher must be explicitly sent by God with a specific mandate and mission which can span his entire lifetime. Acts 13:1-3. Romans 10:15. Luke 10:1.

Being sent is important because that's when the vision and your life's mission becomes clearer. God talks to you with more specificity. Angelic encounters and visitations increase at this point so as to encourage and strengthen the heart and hands of the minister. Exodus 3:7-10. Ezekiel 2:3. Acts 13:2-3.

Purpose gives meaning and value to everything you do. Happy new year.

Shalom.

As Mary rocks her little boy.
She's filled with sadness, filled with joy.
She looks upon that tiny face.
And sees the hope of every race.

Her heart is filled with mother's glow.
And she never wants to let Him go.
She'll see Him run and laugh and play.
And longs to keep Him safe each day.

His life won't be an easy one.
His destiny hard, as God's own son.
Mary sees the miracles that He'll perform.
The lepers healed and free from scorn.

The lame will walk, the blind will see.
She sees His love will set us free.
And then she sees Him on a cross!
She sees His pain and feels our loss.

She knows His life will come to this.
She sheds a tear and gives a kiss.

His death was mean, a gruesome one!
Jesus who died, was God's own son.

So as Christmas comes, and now is here.
And we're all so busy here and there.
With shopping, baking, trees of green.

Let's ask, WHAT DOES THIS REALLY MEAN?

Let's take a moment from the fuss.
And think of all their gift to us:

A mother's love, a baby Boy.
Peace and comfort, love and joy.

For He was born for everyone.
His destiny, as God's own son.

HAPPY CHRISTMAS FRIENDS!

Kobojunkie:
Jesus Christ, according to Scripture, is the Word of God. I wholly accept Him as God's Truth aka Word - John 14 vs 6

And as Jesus Christ made clear, He was sent by the Father only to the lost sheep of Israel. The implication of this is that even from among the Gentiles, only those of them whose ancestry traces back to Israel — the blood of Jacob is in their veins — can partake of God's mercy to mankind in Jesus Christ. This is to say that the Kingdom of God belongs only to those who are the lost sheep of Israel.

I have read your comments, replies and postulations and interjections in different posts and even on mine – and it's very much without doubt that two things remain consistent with you; you're very confused, and secondly, you possess an amazingly high degree of "adult ignorance".

I therefore submit that anyone who takes the risk of considering your tirades, and wild scriptural arguments serious is headed to a more confused state than yourself.