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Religion / Re: The Christian Chatbox ( sticky) by Tovot: 4:18pm On Nov 29, 2017
LORD JESUS , grant me the Grace to completely hate myself and to love YOU more in JESUS CHRIST Almighty name AMEN AMEN AND AMEN.
Julivas:
OPEN HEAVENS BY PST. ENOCH .A. ADEBOYE

WEDNESDAY 29TH NOVEMBER, 2017

REALITIES OF SELFISHNESS

MEMORISE:
For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 2 Timothy 3:2

READ:
Mark 12:28-31

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Psalm 73-77 & Micah 6:9-7:7

MESSAGE:
On the 22nd of this month, we saw that those Christians who always want everything to revolve around them and who always want to be in charge are yet to be broken. Another sign of not being broken is selfishness. The Holy spirit, speaking through Paul, has forewarned the Church of God that selfishness will be the hallmark of sins committed during the last days. 2 Timothy 3:2 says,
“For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,”
Selfishness is all about falling in love with oneself to a point where everyone and everything else is second place. The height of selfishness is when you love yourself to the point of idolizing yourself; this is a form of idolatry, the Holy Spirit reveals one class of such people in Philippians 3:19, where He said:
“Whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things.”
It’s unfortunate that a lot of selfish people are mounting the pulpit of God today, parading themselves as ministers of the gospel. Such people do not serve the God of Heaven, but rather they serve their own stomachs. The goal and desires of selfish people revolve around the mundane things of this world. They can never be heavenly-minded.
Selfishness negates God’s eternal word in Mark 12:30 which says:
“And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment.”
God says you should love Him with all you have, but selfishness says “No, how can I love you when I have not even loved myself enough.” If you are a lover of self, you will always run into problems with God. To obey divine instructions and commands, you will often be required to displease yourself, and that is what a selfish person cannot do. If you are selfish, you will find it almost impossible to please God. A selfish person will hear messages on tithing but will find it difficult to tithe. Why? He would be calculating what he would lose if he gives up the tithe, and what he stands to gain from keeping those funds. A selfish person has no understanding of spiritual things. Are you controlled by love for God or by selfishness?

KEY POINT:
As a young convert, you are to focus more on yourself in prayer. However, as you grow in the Lord, you are to focus more on others.

HYMN 6:
1. Deeper, deeper in the love of Jesus
Daily let me go;
Higher, higher in the school of wisdom,
More of grace to know.

Refrain:
Oh, deeper yet, I pray,
And higher every day,
And wiser, blessed Lord,
In Thy precious, holy Word.

2. Deeper, deeper, blessed Holy Spirit,
Take me deeper still,
Till my life is wholly lost in Jesus,
And His perfect will.

3. Deeper, deeper! though it cost hard trials,
Deeper let me go!
Rooted in the holy love of Jesus,
Let me fruitful grow.

4. Deeper, higher, every day in Jesus,
Till all conflict past,
Finds me conqu’ror, and in His own image
Perfected at last.

5. Deeper, deeper in the faith of Jesus,
Holy faith and true;
In His pow’r and soul exulting wisdom
Let me peace pursue.

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Religion / Re: Have You Praised Him Yet, Today? by Tovot: 1:19pm On Sep 30, 2017
I praise YOU O LORD For YOUR MERCIES AND GRACE HAS ALWAYS BEEN OUR CONSTANT AND FAITHFUL GUIDE, COMPANION AND FRIEND!!!!!!! HALLELUJAH TO YOU LORD OUR DEFENCE AMEN.
Religion / Re: Grieve Not The Holy Spirit by Tovot: 4:38pm On Apr 16, 2017
AMEN
Mysticluv:
FTC....

May d death n resurrection power of our Lord Jesus Christ bring 2 life evry gud tin dat is dead in ur destiny, career, finance, family n Marriage in d name of Jesus Christ. As frm 2day henceforth,d glory of d Lord shal announce u 4 uncommon Miracles in all ramifications of ur life in Jesus Name- Amen!! Happy Easter 2u n ur family.
Religion / Re: Have You Praised Him Yet, Today? by Tovot: 8:55am On Jun 14, 2016
BABA E MA SEUN. I THANK YOU HEAVENLY FATHER BECAUSE YOU HAVE DONE THE WONDERS NO MAN CAN DREAM OF DOING IN MY LIFE AND FAMILY. YOU ARE STILL DOING WHAT MAN CAN NEVER DO AND YOU O LORD GOD JEHOVAH WILL CONTINUE TO WORK AND DO GREATEST WONDERS WHERE I AND MINE ARE CONCERNED. I WILL FOREVER PRAISE YOU MY LORD GOD JEHOVAH AMEN PRAISE GLORY HONOUR AND ALL ADORATION BE TO YOU LORD JESUS CHRIST AMEN.
Family / Re: 10 Marital "Nevers" by Tovot: 8:24am On Jun 14, 2016
shobam1410:
Here are the list of books that can turn your marriage and family life around.
Marriage & Relationship Collection
~ Intended for Pleasure. Sex Technique & Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage by Ed Wheat
~ The Act of Marriage: The Beauty of Sexual Love by Tim LaHaye
~ 31 Secrets of an unforgettable woman by Mike Murdock
~The uncommon woman by Mike Murdock
~ Life without strife by Joyce Meyer
~ Making your marriage work by Joyce Meyer
~The purpose and power of Love & Marriage by Myles Munroe
~ Understanding the purpose and power of woman by Myles Munroe
~ Single, Married, Separated & life after Divorce by Myles Munroe
~ Waiting & Dating by Myles Munroe
~ Keys to living Single by Myles Munroe
~ The Woman question by Kenneth E Hagin
~ When Mothers pray by Duncan Williams
~ A ceremony of Marriage by Kenneth Copeland
~ Sex, God & Marriage by
Johann C. Arnold
~ SEX, LOVE & MARRIAGE
by Zac Poonen
~ Why Men Love Bitches BT Sherry Argov
~ Men Are from Mars,
Women Are from Venus by John Gray
~ How to Build a Happy Family by Bo Sanchez
~How to have a great marriage by Bo Sanchez
~ Sex is not the Problem by Joshua Harris
~ Boy Meets Girl :Say Hello to Courtship
by Joshua Harris
~ Dug deep down by Joshua Harris
~ Why you Act the way you do by Tim LaHaye
~ Christian Marriage 101: Tips for a healthy marriage by Joey Bauer
~ Meditations on Christian Marriage by Stephen Kurtzahn
~ The five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
~ The Power Of Prayer To Change Your Marriage by
Stormie Omartian
~ Experiencing Christ Together: Finding Freedom & Fulfillment in Marriage by Neil T Anderson
~ Winning Him Without Words: 10 Keys to Thriving in Your Spiritually Mismatched Marriage by Dineen Miller
~ You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity by Francis Chan
~ Marriage Matters by Tony Evans
~ Healing Your Marriage When Trust is Broken by Cindy Beall
~ From Anger to Intimacy: How Forgiveness Can Transform Your Marriage by Gary Smalley
~ Every Woman's Marriage by Shannon Ethridge
~ Devotions for a Sacred Marriage: A Year of Weekly Devotions for Couples by Gary Thomas
~ Barricading Your Marriage With Fire by Alisha Anderson
~ The Story of Marriage by John & Lisa Bevere
~ Getting Ready for Marriage by Jim Burns,Doug Fields
~ The Marriage Builder: Creating True Oneness to Transform Your Marriage by Larry Crabb
~ He Said. She Said.: Eight Powerful Phrases That Will Strengthen Your Marriage by Jay & Larry Laffoon
~ Releasing Family Blessings: God's Plan For Your Marriage and Children by Larry Huch
~ The Gift Of Marriage by Tony Goodman
~ Satan You Can't Have My Marriage by Iris &John Delgado
~ Courtship After Marriage by Zig Ziglar
~ Tools for a Great Marriage: Practical Help for Building a Marriage That Lasts by Family Builders Ministries
~ Grace Filled Marriage by Tim Kimmel
~ Creating an Intimate Marriage: Rekindle Romance Through Affection, Warmth and encouragement by Jim Burns
~When We Fight All the Time: True Stories of Couples Who Saved Their Marriages by Dave &Neta Jackson
~ Marriage Matters: Extraordinary Change Through Ordinary Moments by Winston T. Smith
~ Why Should I Be the First to Change? by Chuck &Nancy Missler
~ Six Lies the Devil Uses to Destroy Marriages by Lisa Osteen Comes
~ Romancing Your Better Half: Keeping Intimacy Alive in Your Marriage by Rick Johnson
~ Prayer Can Change Your Marriage by Ron Auch
~ Marriage Covenant by Derek Prince
~ How To Make Your Marriage Exciting! by Charles & Frances Hunter
~ How To Be A Good Wife: What Every Bride Must Know by John McQuilkin
~ How Do I Fix My Broken Marriage?: Simple tips to bring healing to marital woes… by Teri M. Bethel
~ Overcoming Storms of Life in Your Marriage and Business by Dr Olusola Coker
~ Love, Sex, And Lasting Relationships by Chip Ingram
~ Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man: What Men Really Think About Love, Relationships, Intimacy, and Commitment by Steve Harvey
~ The Secret Currency of Love: Truth About Women, Money, and Relationships by Hilary Black
~ Christian Family Relationships by Smith Chuck
~ Moments Together for Couples by Dennis Rainey
~ When the Odds Are Against Us: True Stories of Couples Who Saved Their Marriages by Steve Wilke
~ The Secret Language of Successful Couples by Bill &Pam Farrel
~ God's Design for Love, Marriage, Sex, and Redemption by Matt Chandler
~ The Book of Romance: What Solomon Says About Love, Sex, and Intimacy by Tommy Nelson
~ The New Rules for Love, Sex, and Dating by Andy Stanley
~Lifelong Love Affair by Jimmy Evans
PARENTING COLLECTION
~ The Christian Parenting Handbook: 50 Heart-Based Strategies for All the Stages of Your Child's Life by Scott Turansky,Joanne Miller
~ 10 Things Every Christian Parent Must Do by Mark J. Musser
~ RAISING POSITIVE KIDS IN A NEGATIVE WORLD by Zig Ziglar
~ Gospel-Powered Parenting by William Farley
~ Raising Kingdom Kids by Tony Evans
~ Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World
by Ken & Steve Ham
~ RAISING GODLY TEENS by C Maychild
~ When Parents Hurt:
Compassionate Strategies When You and Your Grown Child Don’t Get Along by
JOSHUA COLEMAN
~ Parent Power:
Bringing up Responsible Children and Teenagers by
John Sharry
~Courageous Parenting by Jack & Deb Graham
~Happy Kids by Cathy Glass
~Kingdom Parenting by Myles Munroe
~ Parenting Isn’t for Cowards by James Dobson
~ Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Trip
~ Everything the Bible Says About Parenting and Children by Aaron Sharp
~ Parenting With Purpose: Winning the Heart of Your Child by Paul Tsika
~Sacred Parenting Study Guide by Gary Thomas
~ Parenting With Love and Logic: Teaching Children Responsibility by Eugene Peterson
~ Confident Parenting by Jim Burns
~ The Power of a Parent's Blessing: See Your Children Prosper and Fulfill Their Destinies in Christ by Craig Hill
~ Holy Parenting: Making the Common Sacred by Benjamin Kerns
~ Hope for Parents of Troubled Teens: A Practical Guide to Getting Them Back on Track by Connie Lmhc Rae
~ I Love This Thing Called Parenting. by Wendy & Casey Treat
~ God Chasers for Kids by Tommy Tenney
~ Parenting on Point: Leading Your Family Along God's Path by Jim C. Williams
~ Raising Children Without Fear by Kenneth & Gloria Copeland
~ Silver Spoon Kids: How Successful Parents Raise Responsible Children by Eileen &Jon J. Gallo
~ Real Life for Kids: Knowing Jesus as Your Savior by Rod Baker
~ Real Power for Kids: Knowing the Holy Spirit as Your Friend by Rod Baker
~ Case for Christ for Kids by Lee Strobel
shalom, do you know where I can buy these books or download atleast some of them?
Family / Re: How Was Your First Year Of Marriage? by Tovot: 4:07pm On Feb 10, 2016
WONDERFUL!!!

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Family / Re: Pap For Babies by Tovot: 1:10pm On Feb 10, 2016
Have you tried adding soya beans, to the millet? Soya beans is very rich, and it helped my sister's baby to add weight. Shalom.
Religion / Re: Have You Praised Him Yet, Today? by Tovot: 9:01am On Feb 10, 2016
I WILL PRAISE JEHOVAH FROM EVERLASTING, EVERLASTING TO EVERLASTING, MA YIN OLUWA TITI LAI LAI, TITI LAI O MA YIN JESU KRISTI NIKAN AMIN.
Religion / Re: Lenten Period, Should We Also Abstain From Diary Products And Egg Today? by Tovot: 8:50am On Feb 10, 2016
Does the skin of a cow count as meat too? And is it for the whole period of Lent we should abstain from meat? Shalom.
Religion / Re: 5 Things To Avoid When Evangelizing/sharing The Gospel by Tovot: 8:37am On Feb 07, 2016
Very true. Show them the love of CHRIST JESUS. listen and talk to them. Like a father to His erring child. Win their trust in the process of showing them that GOD'S Love is unconditional. Shalom.

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Religion / Re: Have You Praised Him Yet, Today? by Tovot: 4:27pm On Jan 27, 2016
MY SOUL MAGNIFIES THE LORD GOD JEHOVAH, MY SPIRIT PRAISES YOUR NAME JEHOVAH AMEN.
Education / Re: Can A Lecturer Actually Do This? by Tovot: 1:57pm On Jan 27, 2016
Don't you have a course adviser, go and see your course adviser, what of your class governor? Both of you should see your course adviser and HOD, maybe also write a letter of apology to sooth the lecturer's ego. Shalom.

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