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 Politics / Re: Lady Sara Forbes The Yoruba Slave Who Became Goddaughter To The Queen Of England by yommyuk: 2:53pm On Jan 13, 2016 |
opeyemiieblog: I am more interested in what happen to her in her old age and her descendants. Where are her descendants? Do they still roll in the royal circle? |
| Religion / Praying God’s Way by yommyuk: 8:33am On Jan 13, 2016 |
We like to keep things simple: Follow a few steps and reach the preferred result. Prayer, however, cannot be reduced to an easy formula. It isn’t some static activity where repeating certain words brings the desired solution. It’s ongoing communication with the heavenly Father and should involve listening, speaking, and acting on what we hear from Him. God has promised to answer His children’s prayers, but He often waits before responding. He does so for many reasons. PREPARATION Sometimes God has to make us ready for what He wants to give us. We may have some attitudes or behaviours not aligned with His will (James 4:3). He’ll deal with them before He gives us His gift. SPIRTUAL GROWTH The Lord may use delays to test our faith or deepen our relationship with Him. No response from Him means He wants us to continue to seek Him and converse with Him. TIMING God’s timetable often doesn’t match ours. He knows what He wants to accomplish in our spiritual life and in our relationship with Him. We can trust that He will put to good use the time between our request and His reply. God includes delays as part of the believer’s prayer life. Sometimes He answers our first request, but often it takes several petitions before He responds. In certain situations, we have to keep knocking—as the persevering widow did—before God gives us His answer. (Luke 18:1-8.) Jesus calls us to a lifestyle of “asking, seeking, and knocking”—a lifestyle based on trust in God’s promise to answer His children. Are you persistent? LUKE 18:1-8 One day Jesus told his disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up.2 “There was a judge in a certain city,” he said, “who neither feared God nor cared about people. 3 A widow of that city came to him repeatedly, saying, ‘Give me justice in this dispute with my enemy.’4 The judge ignored her for a while, but finally he said to himself, ‘I don’t fear God or care about people, 5 but this woman is driving me crazy. I’m going to see that she gets justice, because she is wearing me out with her constant requests!’” 6 Then the Lord said, “Learn a lesson from this unjust judge. 7 Even he rendered a just decision in the end. So don’t you think God will surely give justice to his chosen people who cry out to him day and night? Will he keep putting them off? 8 I tell you, he will grant justice to them quickly! But when the Son of Man[a] returns, how many will he find on the earth who have faith?” 1 John 5:14-15 And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him. 1 Thess 5:16-18 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS  |
| Celebrities / Re: Nigerians React To Davido Throwing Money In The Air At The Airport - Screenshots by yommyuk: 9:59am On Jan 12, 2016 |
RAT RACE  |
| Crime / Re: I abandoned my children for Libya trip – Victim (Picture) by yommyuk: 9:56am On Jan 12, 2016 |
She should count herself lucky. She could have died along the way or worst scared for life working as a sex slave. God works in mysterious ways. |
| Religion / Learning To Pray The Bible Way by yommyuk: 9:26am On Jan 12, 2016 |
God wants His children to ask for what’s on their hearts, because He delights to give. Even more, He wants to fellowship with us. What joy can be ours every time we meet our heavenly Father through prayer! The privilege of supplication rests on our relationship with God through His Son Jesus Christ. Only those who are part of God’s family can claim Him as their Father (John 1:12) and avail themselves of His pledge to answer prayer. He makes no such commitment to unbelievers. The single exception is the sinner who asks for forgiveness and receives Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord. As promised, his or her prayer is always answered with salvation (Rom. 10:9). In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses three verbs to describe prayer: ASK, SEEK AND KNOCK. Notice the progression in intensity from a request to a search and then to further action. Prayer is more than giving God requests. It involves seeking His will to guide our petitions. It means “knocking on doors” by exploring different solutions and obtaining godly counsel to help determine the Lord’s mind. Jesus pledged that we will receive, we will find, and God will open the door for us. We have His assurance that God will respond and what He does is good. Prayer is simple, yet at times we find it hard to practice. We try different methods but often feel dissatisfied and wonder if our prayers are having any effect. Ask the Lord to teach you more about biblical praying. Put into practice what you learn, and wait in assurance for His answers! Matthew 6:7 “And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. 1 Timothy 2:5 For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, Matthew 26:41 Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Jeremiah 33:3 Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known. James 5:16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. Matthew 6:5-8 “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. “And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. Ephesians 6:18 Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, Luke 18:1 And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. Psalm 34:17 When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. Matthew 6:9-13 Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Colossians 4:2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. Luke 11:9 And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS 1 Like |
| Crime / Re: Cybercrime: Policeman, Three Others Killed (photo) by yommyuk: 2:53pm On Jan 11, 2016 |
| Religion / A Lesson In Pruning by yommyuk: 9:56am On Jan 11, 2016 |
In order to make an apple tree more productive and less congested with old branches, pruning is the required process. To the novice, such procedure may seem brutal and merciless. The benefits of pruning are the following 1. Controlling the height of the tree, so that most of the fruit doesn't grow out of reach; 2. Developing good limb structure for strength, fruit production, and the general health of the tree; 3. Encouraging a plentiful supply of new limbs, which will begin to bear fruit their second year; 4. Ridding the tree of damaged or diseased growth. This process allows us to understand why the Lord sometimes acts as a pruning force in people’s lives. To get a plentiful crop of spiritual fruit, our heavenly Father must remove anything that distracts or deters us from serving Him. The process may feel painful. I know I have cried out, “More, Lord?” when He has taken the “knife” to me. But the result is always satisfying—I’m a better, more accurate reflection of Jesus Christ after God cuts away a fleshly habit or worldly attitude. Being loved by God doesn’t mean we’ll be spoilt—our comfort is not His primary interest. A grower prunes an apple tree to get a bountiful harvest. In the same way, the heavenly Father sometimes lets us feel pain so He can bring forth greater growth and more spiritual fruit in our lives. John 15:2 "Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. Psalms 84:11 God will not withhold any good thing "from those who walk uprightly" John 12:24 "Unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds." John 16:20 "I tell you the truth, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy." Romans 8:39 No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Celebrities / Re: Chika Ike's Lovely Dress To Church by yommyuk: 2:11am On Jan 11, 2016 |
Vabadonsblog: Good dress . Less make up , but the cap ain't right  |
| Crime / Re: Nigerian Girl In UK Narrates How Some Of Her Close Friends Tried To Kill Her by yommyuk: 2:08am On Jan 11, 2016 |
Prov 12:26 The righteous should choose his friends carefully, For the way of the wicked leads them astray.  Advice Tell her to her face to back off. If that doesn't work, get a court injunction against her. |
| Religion / Make Yourself Wholly Available To God by yommyuk: 9:21am On Jan 10, 2016 |
Stop and ask yourself, What kind of light am I? Is your glow possibly a little dull—a flicker that others can see only if they are really looking? Or do you brighten everything up when you walk into a roomful of people? As Christians, we should shine brilliantly, no matter where we are. Even a small flame brings light to the whole room. Short-sightedness may dim our radiance, causing us to miss out on blessings. Before agreeing to cooperate with the Lord, we may think we have to understand exactly what He plans to do. But we’re called to be faithful ambassadors who trust His Spirit to work as He wants. God tells us, Don’t give Me a schedule—trust Me. Watch Me do it My way in My time, and see what happens. As a believer, you’re someone special. And as a member of God’s family, you’re indwelt by His Spirit; His light is the radiance within you. In terms of benefit to the kingdom, your life has potential beyond imagination. You have no idea what amazing things He can do—in the workplace, at school, or with family, neighbours, or friends—through your willingness to shine the light of His powerful love. If you’ll get on your knees and pray, “Lord, I’m available—do whatever You want with my life, and show me what to do,” He’ll reveal the next step. God is willing and ready to move in the life of anyone who chooses to be available for Him. Isaiah 6:8 And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” Mark 1:17-18 And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” And immediately they left their nets and followed him. John 14:26 “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” Deuteronomy 28:1-68 “And if you faithfully obey the voice of the Lord your God, being careful to do all his commandments that I command you today, the Lord your God will set you high above all the nations of the earth. And all these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, if you obey the voice of the Lord your God. Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the field. Blessed shall be the fruit of your womb and the fruit of your ground and the fruit of your cattle, the increase of your herds and the young of your flock. Blessed shall be your basket and your kneading bowl. ...” Hebrews 13:8 “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Re: Teaching Our Children Godliness by yommyuk: 3:42pm On Jan 09, 2016 |
nseke: It is the Horse in the front that the ones in the back follow. But ultimately, its the Sikenna glory of the Lord, is the best to follow 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Religion / Teaching Our Children Godliness by yommyuk: 12:56pm On Jan 09, 2016 |
Our desire as Christian parents is to help our children mature into godly men and women. We want them to believe the Father has a plan for their lives and they’re accountable to Him. We are to teach our children from a young age about these important truths. Teach them biblical principles to shape their thinking, their choices, and their hearts. Let them understand they were accountable to the Lord for their behaviour—as well as to their parents. If kids believe they are accountable only to their parents, then when apart from Mom and Dad, they’re likely to think they don’t have to answer to anyone. Children will not always agree with our decisions, so we should teach them to speak to their heavenly Father about it. Over time, they will develop the habit of talking with Him. This training will become very important in lives as they develop into young adults. Instead of giving a quick no to some of their requests, we must say, “Find out what God wants you to do. Whatever you two agree on, we will accept.” This may look/feel risky, but we have to trust the Lord and give our children the opportunity to practice what we have been teaching them throughout their lives—that they’re accountable to the Father. Training in godliness begins before children establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We continue the process by demonstrating righteousness all through life. Children need to know about the Lord’s plan for them and their accountability to Him. When we model uprightness, our kids can grow up accountable to a loving Father. Matthew 19:13-15 One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so he could lay his hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering him. But Jesus said, “Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.” And he placed his hands on their heads and blessed them before he left . 2 Timothy 1:5 I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. 2 Timothy 3:14-15 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS 1 Like 2 Shares |
| Crime / Re: My Ugly Experience With Nigerian Soldiers In Aba. by yommyuk: 2:31am On Jan 09, 2016 |
Captain1Nigeria:  1 Like |
| Crime / Re: Fake Dancing Promoter In Prison Over Theft Of 7 Phones From 6 Women (pic) by yommyuk: 9:54pm On Jan 08, 2016 |
BeeBeeOoh: Where do u expect them to put him? In the ocean? in front of a coming train? or under house arrest? What a rubbish post  2 Likes |
| Religion / Training Our Children by yommyuk: 9:51am On Jan 08, 2016 |
From a very young age, children observe the behaviour of the significant adults in their lives. What a wonderful opportunity this is to influence the next generation for Jesus Christ! How do we train children in godliness? We start by investing time in their lives. Whether through activities, reading together, or quiet conversation, we can model Christian living through everyday activities. Listening closely to them is another part of teaching our sons, daughters, and other children in our life. To influence them toward righteousness, we must know what they’re thinking—what’s important to them, what brings them joy, and what bothers them. Protecting children through discipline is another aspect of godly parenting. When done with love, discipline helps them understand the wisdom of God’s boundaries and the importance of self-control. Admitting our mistakes is also necessary, as transparency helps children draw closer to parents and teaches them humility. If we seem perfect, our kids find it harder to confess their mistakes to us. Perhaps the most important aspect of training children is unconditional love. Parents should love their children no matter the circumstances. Raising a godly child takes the cooperation of believing parents and family, Christian teachers, and born-again friends. Look for opportunities to spend time with children, listen to their hearts, and demonstrate Christ’s love for them. By modelling godliness, you influence a life for the Lord. Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 23:13-14 Do not withhold discipline from a child; if you strike him with a rod, he will not die. If you strike him with the rod, you will save his soul from Sheol. Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. Proverbs 13:24 Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him. Deuteronomy 6:7 You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. 3 John 1:4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Re: Fear Of God Brings Forth Joy by yommyuk: 12:20pm On Jan 06, 2016 |
| Religion / Re: Fear Of God Brings Forth Joy by yommyuk: 10:40am On Jan 06, 2016 |
ValentineMary: I have found out via your profile that you are a confirmed Agnostic. I just don't have time for your kind. Jeremiah 29:12-14 English Standard Version (ESV) You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, declares the Lord, and I will restore your fortunes and gather you from all the nations and all the places where I have driven you, declares the Lord, and I will bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile. You are currently in spiritual exile. It is up to you to seek God. Peace |
| Religion / Our Living Hope In Christ by yommyuk: 10:31am On Jan 06, 2016 |
Corinth was a city characterized by sexual immorality and many other forms of ungodliness. (See 1 Cor. 6:9-11.) Believers there had once been like their fellow citizens—filled with greed, envy, wickedness, deceit, anger, and malice. But now they were new creations in Christ, indwelt by the Holy Spirit and adopted into the family of God. The Corinthian lifestyle no longer matched who they’d become in Jesus. In that passage from 1 Corinthians, Paul reminded the believers not to be influenced by their culture or old patterns of thinking. The apostle was not warning them that they might miss out on the kingdom. Instead, he was encouraging them to abandon their old ways and bring their behaviour in line with who they really were—children of God. We, too, should know salvation is permanent and faith should positively affect conduct. What’s more, understanding the basis for our salvation—Jesus’ finished work on the cross—banishes fear and fills us with hope. We could never earn our way into God’s family, nor could we pay our own sin debt. But our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ willingly paid the penalty on our behalf, satisfying divine justice and the Law’s demands (Rom. 3:25-26). To show the sacrifice was accepted, God raised Jesus to life and brought Him to heaven, where He reigns at the right hand of the Father (Mark 16:19). What God has accomplished—pardoning our sins, giving us a new nature, and adopting us into His family—no one can undo. That gives us a living hope to sustain and uplift us all our days. Romans 5:2-5 Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. Isaiah 40:31 But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Psalm 39:7 “And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you. Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Re: Fear Of God Brings Forth Joy by yommyuk: 2:59pm On Jan 05, 2016 |
ifenes: Scripture is full of examples of how fearing God is a positive rather than a negative thing. For example in Genesis 42:18, Joseph wins his brothers' trust when he declares he is a God-fearing man. It was because the midwives feared God that they obeyed him instead of the authorities by sparing the Hebrew babies (Exodus 1:17). Pharaoh brought disaster on his nation because he did not fear God (Exodus 9:29-31). Moses chose leaders to help him on the basis that they feared God and wouldn't take bribes (Exodus 18:21) and told the Hebrews that God met with them in a terrifying display of his power so that they wouldn't sin (Exodus 20:20). The Mosaic Law cites fear of God as a reason to treat the disabled and elderly well (Leviticus 19:14, 32). And lest you think this is only an Old Testament idea, note that Jesus states this stronger than anyone when he says, "Don't be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell" (Matthew 10:28). And Paul says to work toward complete holiness because we fear God (2 Corinthians 7:1). |
| Religion / Fear Of God Brings Forth Joy by yommyuk: 12:18pm On Jan 05, 2016 |
Not all things that inspire fear should be avoided. A wise person knows his limits and knows what situations he can handle and what ones he cannot. A little fear is healthy. It gives us respect and appreciation. It causes us to not get careless. Fear of the Lord should not drive us from Him, but should help us to understand Him and deal with Him reverently and respectfully. When we encounter our Lord with both joy and trembling, we know Him in a special and meaningful way. Deuteronomy 10:12 “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you, but to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, Psalm 25:14 The friendship of the Lord is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant. Psalm 111:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever! IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Re: Desmond Tutu's Daughter Weds Her Lesbian Partner & he Was there (Pics) by yommyuk: 12:20am On Jan 05, 2016 |
He even has the audacity to dress as a clergyman and smile at such an occasion shows that end times are really at hand VERY SAD  |
| Religion / Created To Praise by yommyuk: 10:42am On Jan 04, 2016 |
Do you ever wonder why you exist? Day-to-day activities and worries pull us in so many directions that most of us seldom think about the goal of life. But our Creator made us with a purpose: to glorify Him (Isa. 43:7). In His Word, God is emphatic that we are to testify to His faithfulness and His mighty works. Jesus Christ considered this important as well—when teaching His disciples how to communicate with God, He began His well-known prayer with adoration of His Father (Matt. 6:9). Why, then, do we tend to give so much attention to our petitions but so little to praising God? Perhaps some believers consider themselves too time-constrained to spend “extra” prayer time praising the Lord. Others may feel awkward expressing their gratitude to Him. Yet no excuses are acceptable. Psalm 103:2 tells us to remember God’s benefits so we will humbly glorify Him. This psalm also explains how to lift the Father up with our words—specifically, we should praise God for His character and for His work in the past, present, and future (Ps. 103:2-8, Ps. 103:19). The Old Testament’s primary words for “praise” refer to spoken words, music, and gestures like raising hands and dancing. But we can also glorify Him in other ways, such as through actions, thoughts, and creativity. Praise may be something foreign to you. But it’s the very purpose for which you were created. Observe how the Father is exalted in the Psalms and throughout the Bible. Then worship Him with praise as you spend time basking in His presence during this first week of the year 2016. Psalm 150:1-6 Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp! Praise him with tambourine and dance; praise him with strings and pipe! Praise him with sounding cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals! ... Psalm 95:1-11 Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise! For the Lord is a great God, and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the depths of the earth; the heights of the mountains are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands formed the dry land. ... James 5:13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. Psalm 115:1 Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness! Psalm 24:8-10 Who is this King of glory? The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle! Lift up your heads, O gates! And lift them up, O ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory! Selah IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / The Greater Purpose Of Blessings by yommyuk: 4:02pm On Jan 02, 2016 |
It is God’s nature to bless. However, we need to understand that His purpose is greater than we may realize. His ultimate goal encompasses far more than simply making us happy, peaceful, protected, and prosperous. In fact, it’s never the Lord’s intention for His blessings to end with us. Rather, He wants them to flow out to others as part of His plan for the whole earth. The Lord blesses us so that His salvation, His ways, and His justice may be known by every nation and people group around the globe (Ps. 67:3-4, Ps. 67:7). He’s always acting with this larger picture in mind—even while working personally in each believer’s life. Knowing this should fill us with an awesome yet humbling sense of significance. Every Christian has a part in helping others know and understand the one true God. Each blessing that benefits us personally is also intended to help further His plans for the kingdom. On the other hand, we sometimes may not receive things we want because they don’t contribute to God’s higher purpose. But if we fit our requests into the Lord’s greater plans, we position ourselves to be used mightily by Him. When your Father blesses you, He’s not only doing something for you; He’s also doing something in and through you to affect the lives of others. Don’t let the pleasures and comforts of His blessings blind you to their intended purpose. Ask the Lord how to use His kindnesses as a way to point people to Him. Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Isaiah 43:18-19 “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. Romans 13:11-13 Besides this you know the time, that the hour has come for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed. The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armour of light. Let us walk properly as in the daytime, not in orgies and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and sensuality, not in quarrelling and jealousy. Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. 2 Peter 1:3-10 His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, by which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire. For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love. ... Romans 12:1 I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Re: God’s Voice Today by yommyuk: 1:13am On Dec 27, 2015 |
| Religion / God’s Voice Today by yommyuk: 4:52pm On Dec 26, 2015 |
In biblical times, God spoke in many dramatic ways. Although He still speaks today, His methods have changed. We can’t expect Him to speak in an audible voice or to send an angelic messenger every time He has something to say to us. We must learn how to perceive His voice today. The primary way our Father speaks to us today is through His written Word—we have His complete revelation within the Bible. There is not a single thing missing that He needs to add. Why? Because He has already revealed His Word perfectly to those whom He inspired to write it down. This isn’t a book written by human beings; the Holy Spirit of God literally breathed His truth upon the minds of certain men so they could record it (2 Tim. 3:16). The Bible is God’s way of speaking to our pressing needs, concerns, heartaches, and worries. So often when trouble strikes, we turn here or there, talking to some friend or counsellor. All of that is well and good, and the Father does indeed speak through godly men and women. But the first place we should turn is to His Word. The Lord has given us this Book so that we might know His mind—which requires consistently spending time in the Word. If you pick up the Bible only when you have a question or emergency in your life, you’ll never get the big picture of what God wants to say to you. Scripture is a treasure trove of God’s thoughts. Spend time there every day—starting today—mining it for new truths and insights. John 8:47 “Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God.” Luke 11:28 But he said, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it!” John 6:63 It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life. 1 Kings 19:11-13 And he said, “Go out and stand on the mount before the Lord.” And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind tore the mountains and broke in pieces the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind. And after the wind an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. And after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire the sound of a low whisper. And when Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. And behold, there came a voice to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” Romans 8:14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Jesus Christ, The Ultimate Giver by yommyuk: 2:08pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
Amid all the preparations, decorations, and celebrations of the Christmas season, we need to set aside some quiet time to reflect upon the divine gifts that forever changed the course of human destiny. When that tiny baby entered our world in Bethlehem, the first of never-ending blessings was unleashed from heaven. We generally focus on the Father’s gift: He gave His Son to be the Saviour of the world (1 John 4:14). What we don’t often realize is that all three members of the Trinity have a part in this divine display of generosity, which continues into eternity. Jesus came to offer His life as a ransom for many. After His death and resurrection, He and the Father sent the Holy Spirit to live inside believers forever (Mark 10:45; John 14:16; John 16:7). The Spirit in turn gives spiritual gifts to all believers and produces His marvellous fruit in their lives (1 Cor. 12:7-11; Gal. 5:22-23). The divine presents don’t end on earth. They continue in heaven when the Lord judges Christians and grants them rewards for good works that they could never have accomplished apart from His strength (1 Cor. 3:13-14; John 15:5). All the credit and glory belong to Him, and yet He graciously showers praise on His followers (1 Cor. 4:5). We serve a caring, generous God. Think about the nonstop outpouring of blessings from His throne. Consider the many gifts He has freely given you and your loved ones, and ask, How will I respond today? He needs nothing from you, but He wants every part of you—not to control you but to show you the “surpassing riches of His grace in kindness” (Eph. 2:4-7). James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. Philippians 2:13 For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. Proverbs 16:7 When a man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. Ephesians 3:20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, John 1:16 And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 2 Corinthians 9:8-10 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. As it is written, “He has distributed freely, he has given to the poor; his righteousness endures forever.” He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, MERRY XMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR IN ADVANCE IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / In The School Of Faith by yommyuk: 4:49pm On Dec 23, 2015 |
Jesus spent time developing His disciples’ faith because He knew it was essential for the tasks ahead of them. For over three years, they attended a school of faith, with Jesus as their instructor and the Scripture as the textbook. Sometimes Christ used verbal instructions, but many of the lessons were taught through demonstrations. He healed the sick, cast out demons, fed thousands, and calmed the sea. Their training even included tests revealing if they truly believed Jesus was the Messiah. At times, the disciples’ understanding was slow or faltering, but Christ never gave up on them. He reproved them when they exhibited a lack of trust (Mark 4:40) but also commended signs of progress (Matt. 16:15-17). His objective was to firmly establish their faith so He could accomplish His work in and through them. Right before His ascension, He commanded His men to spread the gospel of salvation to the remotest parts of the earth. Without faith, they would have failed. The Lord has the same goal for us—increase our faith so we can do the work He’s planned for us. If our faith is great, He’ll entrust us with challenges and achieve amazing things through us. But small faith limits God’s activity in a believer’s life. He uses us only to the degree that we trust Him. Faith building is essential in a believer’s life, and God has two primary means of doing this. Scripture tells us what to believe about Him, and tests place us in difficult situations that stretch us to believe and rely on God instead of our own understanding. Matthew 21:21 Jesus answered and said to them, Truly I say to you, If you have faith, and doubt not, you shall not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if you shall say to this mountain, Be you removed, and be you cast into the sea; it shall be done. Luke 7:50 And he said to the woman, Your faith has saved you; go in peace. Luke 17:6 And the Lord said, If you had faith as a grain of mustard seed, you might say to this sycamine tree, Be you plucked up by the root, and be you planted in the sea; and it should obey you. Ephesians 6:16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, with which you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. 1 Thessalonians 1:3 Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labor of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; Philemon 1:6 That the communication of your faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Walking With Greater Confidence by yommyuk: 4:08pm On Dec 21, 2015 |
It’s the Lord’s desire that we walk by faith. Yet if we consider our lives honestly, most of us will find a number of areas where we struggle to trust Him. Some days it’s easy to relinquish control, while at other times we quickly take matters into our own hands. Thankfully, our heavenly Father is patient and loving. His Word clearly teaches that sanctification is the process of making us holy, not just the end result. Children are a great illustration of how this works. When toddlers learn to walk, they start by pulling up on something, standing, and then taking a step. Inevitably, they fall, at which point we help them back up so that they can keep progressing. In the same way, God shows us how to live according to our faith in Him, but we’ll make mistakes. Falling and getting up again are part of the learning process. The Lord teaches us, but we also have a role. Our responsibility is to study Scripture, get to know God’s nature, and learn His promises. As we do these things, our confidence in God grows, enabling us to make choices requiring us to believe in and lean on Him. When we step out in faith and experience Christ’s provision and dependability, our trust grows. Consider the responses, actions, and decisions that you’ve made in the past few days. How many of those were led by the Spirit? How many were human reactions done from self-reliance? Living on the basis of trust in Christ requires belief and action. As you allow Him to lead, faith will grow. Proverbs 14:26 “In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence, and his children will have a refuge.” 2 Timothy 1:7 “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” Romans 15:13 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” James 4:10 “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.” Romans 5:1 “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:8 “For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light” Philippians 1:6 “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
| Religion / Re: Help Me Understand This Bible Passage... by yommyuk: 1:44am On Dec 18, 2015 |
analice107: Yes its a man duties to search for a wife, but you need divine direction and guidance to choose right. It is not only the man's duty, but vice versa. The woman also has a role to play in it. its not enough for someone to be born again, but will you guys speak in the same language? Do you really understand what being born again means? John 3:5-8 Jesus replied, “I assure you, no one can enter the Kingdom of God without being born of water and the Spirit.[b] 6 Humans can reproduce only human life, but the Holy Spirit gives birth to spiritual life.[c] 7 So don’t be surprised when I say, ‘You[d] must be born again.’ 8 The wind blows wherever it wants. Just as you can hear the wind but can’t tell where it comes from or where it is going, so you can’t explain how people are born of the Spirit.” To marry is like entering into the kingdom of God. Trusting in God that it will be well with the union. Allowing the Holy Spirit to take full control of the relationship. It is called "For better, For worse". To be born again is the key to a successful relationship. A reason a born again xtain should seek for a woman/man in the right places (church, seminars, fellowship networks, etc). Then, you will find those who will speak the same language you speak, share common interests and most importantly, the have similar mindset. I think wat am trying to say is that, When a man looks with the eyes of men, he may see a beautiful sister, who is also quick tempered, who should rightly fit into quiet man's house, instead of yours who is also quick tempered. GALATIANS 5:19-21 When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, 21 envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these. Let me tell you again, as I have before, that anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God. Before you even think about marriage, the above list, the results of sinful nature has to be dealt with. (e.g., quarreling, jealousy, outburst of anger,wild parties and their like)--- IF I HAD TIME, I WOULD HAVE BROKEN DOWN THE LIST FOR YOU IN MORE DETAIL). But obviously, even a six year old knows that the existence of these characteristics in a marriage will result in disaster. Some ladies likes gold a lot, they can use the last money to buy make up. Some of us born again ladies are very competitive, brother A. bought that latest SUV for his wife, I think I deserve to have one too. Can you put up with all these? Certain sisters belong to certain brothers If you like food, you shd go for a good cook. 1 Timothy 2:9 Likewise also that women should adorn themselves in respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair and gold or pearls or costly attire, 1 Peter 3:3-4 Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious. Philippians 4:5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord [is] at hand Bottom line, use your spiritual eyes to FIND. because whatever you FIND, as long as its "IN THE LORD", The Lord will bless. if you like big hips or Hugh breast, but overlook other virtues like quietness, patience, neatness etc. Then you'll learn to put up with whatever you FOUND. NOW YOU ARE MAKING SENSE SIS[b][/b] |
| Religion / Re: A Relationship With God by yommyuk: 3:14pm On Dec 17, 2015 |
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| Religion / A Relationship With God by yommyuk: 12:18pm On Dec 17, 2015 |
Intimate relationships are characterized by a close connection to another person and a commitment to his or her well-being. Acquaintances have superficial information about us, but true friends know our deeper emotions, thoughts, and desires. God, who is perfect and holy, has always desired such a personal relationship with man, but human sinfulness made that seem impossible. We all have rebelled against God’s perfect authority and deserve death (Rom. 3:23; Rom. 6:23). But more than that, we were all born with a corrupt nature inherited from Adam (Rom. 5:12), and neither good works nor moral values can overcome it. God alone could remedy the situation. His solution is to change our nature so we can be a part of His family. Nonetheless, divine justice must still be satisfied, and only a perfect sacrifice can pay for our sins (Deut. 17:1). God requires the death of someone without a sin nature as the payment for our debt. Throughout history, only one qualified: Jesus, the perfect God-man, who gave His life so we could have a relationship with the Father. Our friendship with God came at a very high price to Him—the death of His beloved Son. The Father has done everything necessary for us to be in His family and experience intimacy with Him. Have you entered into a relationship with Him through the saving work of His Son? If not, make today your spiritual birthday by receiving Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Saviour. This Christmas season, discover the gifts of freedom, satisfaction, and joy found only in Him. John 1:10-13 “He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.” Revelation 3:20 “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.” John 6:40 “For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day.” Hebrews 11:6 “And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” John 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. IT IS WELL. GOD BLESS |
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