HEEDING INSTRUCTIONS: AN INTEGRAL TO GREATNESS

HEEDING INSTRUCTIONS: AN INTEGRAL PATH TO GREATNESS.

Pastor CHRIS

Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning (Proverbs 9:9).

At the beginning of the year, the Lord said to us that 2014 is our “Year of Greatness.” There’re certain things you have to know to function in greatness as the Lord has said. One of them is holding fast to instructions. Heeding divine instructions is an integral path to greatness.

Joshua 3 tells us how the Israelites camped by the Jordan, waiting to cross the river. There, God spoke to Joshua, Moses’ successor, who was charged with the task of leading the children of Israel into the Promised Land. The Lord said to him, “…This day will I begin to magnify thee in the sight of all Israel, that they may know that, as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee” (Joshua 3:7). Then, in the very next verse, He gave Joshua an important instruction: “And thou shalt command the priests that bear the ark of the covenant, saying, When ye are come to the brink of the water of Jordan, ye shall stand still in Jordan” (Joshua 3:8).

Proverbs 4:13 says, “Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.” Often times, God’s instructions may not sound logical, just like when He told Isaac, to stay back in Gerar at a time of famine and hardship. Everyone else was moving to Egypt, but God instructed Isaac to stay where he was.

Isaac heeded and prospered in that land, in the same year of drought and famine. Genesis 26:13 tells us that he waxed great, made progress, grew until he became very great. He prospered so much that the Philistines envied him. God’s ways are different from man’s ways and that’s why it’s important to listen and follow His instructions and counsel. Never try to reason out His instructions in your head, for His wisdom is greater than man’s wisdom. 1 Corinthians 1:25 tells us, “…the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.” Think about that.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for teaching me the importance of responding quickly to your instructions and counsel. I wholeheartedly follow and respond to the guidance from your Word and the Holy Spirit on every detail of my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Proverbs 4:13; Proverbs 10:17; Luke 5:5-7.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING:
1 Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 19:28-48, 1 Samuel 16-17

2 Year Bible Reading Plan: Romans 14:12-23, Psalm 125-126

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES: PRAYER TUESDAY, 19TH APRIL.

PRAYER

Dear Father, I thank you for giving me your Word, a material to build my life with, and usher myself into higher levels of glory, promotions, victories and success. As I meditate on the Word, your wisdom exudes from me, and your grace causes me to be fruitful and productive in all things, and function excellently, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
2 Timothy 3:14-15 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

Proverbs 1:5 A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:

Hosea 6:3 Then shall we know, if we follow on to know the LORD: his going forth is prepared as the morning; and he shall come unto us as the rain, as the latter and former rain unto the earth.

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RHAPSODY OF REALITIES: CONFESSION WEDNESDAY, 6TH APRIL.

CONFESSION
My words are spirit, and life, infused with power and divine energy to prevail over circumstances. The words of Christ dwell in me richly, in all wisdom; therefore, my words are filled with inspiration, healing, comfort, hope, love, and power, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

CONSTANTLY AFFIRM HIS WORD.

CONSTANTLY AFFIRM HIS WORD.

This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men (Titus 3:8).

The Christian walk is that of continual affirmation of the Word. Jesus said, “For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak” (John 12:49). Thus, what you re-echo must be the Father’s words. The Father’s words are words of the Kingdom; words of life.

When we say we have the God-life in us, or talk about being born again, or the new creation life, these aren’t religious clichés derived from philosophy. These are expressions of the Word. In Christianity, we affirm the Word; we confess the Word. Whatever we say or speak should, and must always, be in conformity with the Word of God.

Constantly affirm that you’re a new creation in Christ Jesus, infused with the life of God, not vulnerable to the crippling influences of this world! Affirm that the life of God is at work in your spirit, soul, and body. Affirm that the same Spirit that raised up Jesus from the dead vitalizes your body and invigorates you through and through, always!

Never say, “I’m sick,” or “I have a headache,” because sickness doesn’t belong in the Kingdom of God; it never comes from the Father. So, don’t affirm it. Don’t affirm poverty, weakness, lack, or fear. Declare that you’re bold, strong, and courageous. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” This is what you affirm. Make bold confessions that you’ve been imbued with divine life and ability in Christ.

Hebrews 10:23 says, “Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised).” Hold fast your confession of divine health, prosperity, progress, and victories. Keep saying it; don’t stop talking it. Affirm what Christ has done for you, made you, and declared about you!

PRAYER
Dear heavenly Father, I thank you for giving me your Word to live by. I affirm the Lordship, majesty, honour and glory of Christ over everything that concerns me: my health, academics, family, finances, and ministry. Therefore, I experience continuous victories, absolute peace, joy, prosperity, and divine health, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Hebrews 4:14 Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.

1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.

2 Corinthians 4:13 We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 9:18-36 Joshua 13-15
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Romans 6:1-11 Psalm 105

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RHAPSODY OF REALITIES SATURDAY, 2ND APRIL, 2016.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES SATURDAY, 2ND APRIL, 2016.

CONSTANTLY AFFIRM HIS WORD.

This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men (Titus 3:8).

The Christian walk is that of continual affirmation of the Word. Jesus said, “For I have not spoken of myself; but the Father which sent me, he gave me a commandment, what I should say, and what I should speak” (John 12:49). Thus, what you re-echo must be the Father’s words. The Father’s words are words of the Kingdom; words of life.

When we say we have the God-life in us, or talk about being born again, or the new creation life, these aren’t religious clichés derived from philosophy. These are expressions of the Word. In Christianity, we affirm the Word; we confess the Word. Whatever we say or speak should, and must always, be in conformity with the Word of God.

Constantly affirm that you’re a new creation in Christ Jesus, infused with the life of God, not vulnerable to the crippling influences of this world! Affirm that the life of God is at work in your spirit, soul, and body. Affirm that the same Spirit that raised up Jesus from the dead vitalizes your body and invigorates you through and through, always!

Never say, “I’m sick,” or “I have a headache,” because sickness doesn’t belong in the Kingdom of God; it never comes from the Father. So, don’t affirm it. Don’t affirm poverty, weakness, lack, or fear. Declare that you’re bold, strong, and courageous. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” This is what you affirm. Make bold confessions that you’ve been imbued with divine life and ability in Christ.

Hebrews 10:23 says, “Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised).” Hold fast your confession of divine health, prosperity, progress, and victories. Keep saying it; don’t stop talking it. Affirm what Christ has done for you, made you, and declared about you!

PRAYER
Dear heavenly Father, I thank you for giving me your Word to live by. I affirm the Lordship, majesty, honour and glory of Christ over everything that concerns me: my health, academics, family, finances, and ministry. Therefore, I experience continuous victories, absolute peace, joy, prosperity, and divine health, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Hebrews 4:14 Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.

1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.

2 Corinthians 4:13 We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 9:18-36 Joshua 13-15
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Romans 6:1-11 Psalm 105

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RHAPSODY OF REALITIES THURSDAY, 31ST MARCH.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES THURSDAY, 31ST MARCH.

SPEAK BLESSINGS TO EVERYTHING AROUND YOU.

And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature (Mark 16:15).

God wants us to take His Word to the nations, and that means a lot. But you see, when He said to preach the Gospel to every creature, He wasn’t only referring to preaching to someone who doesn’t know Jesus. Preaching the Gospel to every creature means preaching to EVERYTHING that exists! Romans 8:19 says, “For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.”

The term “creature” actually means “creation.” So, it’s saying, “The earnest expectation of the creation waits for the manifestation of the sons of God.” There’s depreciation in the human world, including human life; and so, everything in life is waiting for your manifestation; waiting for you to liberate them. All around the world, there’s fear. Many scientists provide evidence of ozone layer depletion. Global warming remains an issue of widespread political debate, with world leaders in dire need of a solution.

These things aren’t new; the scientists only just found out. The Bible already talked about them: The twentieth verse of Romans chapter eight says, “For the creature (creation) was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath subjected the same in hope.” The creation was made subject to vanity; no wonder it’s in terrible depreciation, groaning in pain. And we’re the ones to bring that deliverance to all creation through the Gospel.

Revelation 21:5 says, “And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new....” The renewal has begun. Preach the Word to the things in your home and they’ll have new values. Speak the Word to your finances and they won’t depreciate. Proclaim the Word over your physical body and it’ll never be ravaged by sickness, disease, and infirmities. Speak blessings to things around you.

Use the Word to rule your world! In your home, school, or place of work, speak blessings. For your country, do the same; speak words of blessings, for the Bible says, “By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted...” (Proverbs 11:11).

CONFESSION
I bring deliverance to every creation in my world, taking them out of bondage and corruption, into the glorious liberty of the sons of God. I give life to the things around me through the power of my words, for these are the days of the manifestation of the sons of God. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY:
Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.

Proverbs 18:20-21 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled. 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 8:40-56 Joshua 7-9
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Romans 5:1-11, Psalm 103

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Rhapsody Of Realities: Prayer for Wednesday 30th March 2016

Rhapsody Of Realities: Prayer for Wednesday 30th March 2016

Dear Father, I pray for my country today, that wisdom and understanding is imparted to the leaders, to help them make the right decisions for the benefit of the people, and the spread of the Gospel, in Jesus’ Name. Amen

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES: CONFESSION MONDAY, 21ST MARCH.

CONFESSION
My life is for the glory of God, shaped in the direction of God’s perfect will! I reign and rule over circumstances as I chart my course in success and prosperity, and create my victorious path, with my wholesome tongue.

‪#‎AFFIRMATIONTRAIN‬

‪#‎AFFIRMATIONTRAIN‬ 13TH DAY.

I affirm that I’m seated together with Christ in the place of power; far above all principalities, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come. I live in dominion over sin, sickness and infirmities, and every opposing force, accusation or hindrance...Hallelujah!

He that is from above, is above all. I am from above because I am born again; born of the Word that came from above. I have the same life from above as Jesus. Therefore, I don’t condescend to the patterns and afflictions that ravage the lives of men, but I set my affection on the heavenly kingdom, where prosperity, victory, promotion and glory dwells. The wisdom of God is manifesting itself through me as I speak and relate with other men in my world. God’s Word is as fire shut up in my bones; and as I speak, I dissolve doubts; I’m prevailing and reigning in life by grace through righteousness, and the glory of God is seen and expressed through me, Hallelujah!

I affirm that God has sent His angels before me to minister for me daily! As I make affirmations of the Word, they’re dispatched to establish the words of my mouth and ensure that the words that I speak don’t come back to me void. I’m never alone, because the host of heaven is with me always! Glory to God.

{You can also join the #affirmationtrain, by sharing your affirmation on the comment section God bless you.}

HE'S MERCIFUL.

HE'S MERCIFUL.

The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:8).

The Lord is merciful, compassionate, and kind. His mercies are new every morning, and endure forever. The Bible tells us how He sent Jonah to Nineveh to warn the people to turn away from their sins, but Jonah declined, because he thought God was too merciful and would forgive them, and change His mind about destroying them. So, instead of going to preach to them, he declined to flee to Tarshish (Jonah 1:3).

Trouble ensued as Jonah journeyed in a ship with other mariners; there was a mighty tempest. When his co-travellers realized that Jonah's disobedience to God was responsible for their ordeal, they cast him out of the ship, into the sea. The Bible says God prepared a great fish to swallow up Jonah in the sea, and he was in the belly of the fish for three days and three nights (Jonah 1:17).

Eventually, Jonah prayed to God from the fish's belly and the fish vomited Jonah unto the dry land (Jonah 2:10). Upon his deliverance from the fish's belly, he followed God's initial instruction and went to preach in Nineveh. When he did, the people got converted, but Jonah was offended. He prayed to the Lord and said, "...O Lord, is not this just what I said when I was still in my country? That is why I fled to Tarshish, for I knew that You are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and of great kindness, and [when sinners turn to You and meet Your conditions] You revoke the [sentence of] evil against them" (Jonah 4:2 AMP).

God, however, chided Jonah: "... should not I spare Nineveh, that great city, wherein are more than sixscore thousand persons that cannot discern between their right hand and their left hand..." (Jonah 4:11). He felt they were ignorant; therefore, He had to be merciful to them. It's the same scenario today; there're many ignorant people all around the world, and the Lord expects us to reach them with the Gospel. Forget the fact that they may be wicked; God loves them, and wants to show them mercy.

Many are in the valley of decision, missing the way, walking in darkness, not knowing the truth. But we're the custodians of the truth. We must therefore keep praying and travailing for them to come to the knowledge of the truth, even as we proclaim the truth.

CONFESSION
My passion for lost souls is stirred with renewed commitment, and I declare that the light of the glorious Gospel of Christ blazes intensely in the hearts of the ignorant and unconverted around the world today, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Further Study:
2 Corinthians 5:18 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

Nehemiah 9:31 Nevertheless for thy great mercies' sake thou didst not utterly consume them, nor forsake them; for thou art a gracious and merciful God.

1-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Mark 12:18-44, Numbers 20-21
2-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Acts 25:1-12, Psalm 61-64

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UNALLOYED COMMITMENT TO THE GOSPEL.

UNALLOYED COMMITMENT TO THE GOSPEL.

But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God (Acts 20:24).

Once, Paul was planning to go to Jerusalem to minister, but some people tried to stop him. They envisioned a lot of trouble for Paul, fearing he might be killed if he embarked on the trip. They reminded Paul of how so many in Jerusalem at the time hated him and wanted him dead. Read the opening verse again for his inspiring response. What a mindset!

This shows his unselfish devotion to the Gospel. His commitment was so fervent that no threat could deter him. No wonder he said in 1 Corinthians 15:31, “...I die daily.” He had a sentence of death on himself; his considerations weren’t about his personal safety, but the task at hand: the propagation of the Gospel. Then in 2 Corinthians 12:10, he made another profound statement; he said, “...I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake....”

Is your commitment to the Gospel such that can be quickly diminished by adversities, tests, trials, and persecutions? Can you affirm that you love Jesus more than life? Are you willing to die for what you believe about Jesus Christ? Revelation 2:10 says, “Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death , and I will give thee a crown of life.” Notice the underlined portion doesn’t say, “For I will deliver you from death,” no! Rather, it says, “be thou faithful unto death.”

That’s the kind of mindset He wants us to have. He doesn’t want us to be afraid or timid. Romans 8:35-37 says, “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” Therefore, like Paul, let your commitment to the Gospel be unalloyed and selfless.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for spurring in me an intense passion, an unreserved commitment, and an unparalleled devotion to the Gospel. I’m determined, more than ever, to reach the unreached with the Gospel! Thank you for the guidance of the Holy Spirit to proclaim your wisdom, and impact many with your righteousness and blessings of the Gospel, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
1 Corinthians 9:16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

1 Timothy 1:11-12 According to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which was committed to my trust. 12 And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that he counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry;

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 9:33-50, Numbers 9-10
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Acts 23:11-21, Psalm 52-54

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SESSION WITH REV. (DR.) CHRIS OYAHKILOME.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SESSION WITH REV. (DR.) CHRIS OYAHKILOME.

Question– Shella (Belgium): Good day Pastor, is it possible that a true born again Christian can still be under a curse; that is, any kind of curse?

Answer: Well, any Christian could place himself under a curse like any Christian could allow the devil to do anything to him. It’s up to you. But, no curse on its own can have any effect on you. Doesn’t matter who is cursing, it’ll have no effect on you, but you could place yourself under a curse. And so, it’s just like this: when God said in the Garden of Eden, you remember when Adam and Eve sinned against God, and God never cursed Adam…He never cursed eve.

He said to them, the day you eat of the tree in the midst of the garden, you shall surely die. It wasn't a curse. He was just telling them the repercussions of their actions; it was no curse. He said you shall surely die. It was the result of their actions; that’s what he told them and when they did, he didn’t curse them, instead God said, “cursed is the ground for your sake” [Genesis 3:17]. He never cursed Adam. Why? Because he already blessed them. When God blesses you, HE CAN'T CURSE YOU. He can’t curse you! It’s not possible. So he couldn’t even curse Adam. He said, “Cursed is the ground for your sake! Out of your sweat shall you eat bread until you return to dust; for dust thou art and unto dust shall thou return” [Genesis 3:17-19]. No curse!

He already told them the result. Same thing with the woman! He said, “In sorrow shall your conception be” [Genesis 3:16]. No curse! So, it’s important that you recognize this.

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RHAPSODY OF REALITIES WEDNESDAY, 24TH FEBRUARY.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES WEDNESDAY, 24TH FEBRUARY.

FRUITFUL AND INCREASING IN THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD.

That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God (Colossians 1:10).

God’s will is that you’re fruitful in every good work, and while at it, increasing in the knowledge of God. For some Christians, the more they make progress in their job, business, or career, the less time they devote to spiritual things. Their knowledge of God begins to wane, because they’re suddenly too busy to go to Church or study God’s Word. That should never be your story.

Our opening verse says, “That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God” (Colossians 1:10). God wants you to be fruitful in your job, in your academics, and in every good work. Don’t be amongst those who only go to Church when they face challenges; then the moment they receive a miracle and things change, they forget the One who made it possible.

Your commitment to God, His Word, and the Church must be first, and absolute. The lesser is included in the greater; as you commit yourself to the Lord, and His Word, taking your Church attendance and other spiritual activities seriously, you’ll certainly be fruitful and productive in other areas of your life. 3 John 1:2 says, “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.”

To prosper means to be fruitful and productive. Here, He deals with both your natural and spiritual wellbeing. As you prosper in your finances, in your health, in your relationships, family, etc., He also wants you to prosper in your knowledge of God. He wants your revelation of Him to keep increasing. That’s how His grace and peace are multiplied in your life: “Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord” (2 Peter 1:2).

Keep increasing in the knowledge of God by meditating on the Word. The result is that you’ll be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, always in blossom, and prospering in everything you do (Psalm 1:3). What a life!

PRAYER
Dear Father, your Word is food to my spirit, and by it, I prosper in all things and at all times, bearing fruits unto righteousness. I’m like a tree planted by the rivers of water, always in blossom, and making progress with giant strides, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.

Philippians 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:

Hebrews 13:20-21 Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, 21 Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 6:30-56, Leviticus 25
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Acts 21:10-17, Psalm 38-39

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PERSPECTIVE !!!

New thoughts from "I am Pastor TT"; Pastor Tuoyo Edun.

PERSPECTIVE !!!

I have come to understand that the difference between winning and frustration is perspective. Perspective is all about location. Where you are viewing situations, circumstances and prospects from. A lion and a deer see each other and run...towards the one and away from the other. Their response is prompted by perspective. Reading‪#‎thePowerOfYourMind‬ or listening/hearing/watching the New Year Message‪#‎YearOfSpreading‬ does something very profound in me: my perspectives are changed. David and his older brother both saw Goliath: the one saw defeat, the other saw tax free status. Perspective.

I want to share with you, six (6), quotes that I heard when I was in the university and I wrote them down in my notebook (from way back in school) that I rediscovered recently. These quotes are not from the book #thePowerOfYourMind nor the message #YearOfSpreading, but they represent mindsets that have been reinforced in my mind as I listened to Rev. Dr. Chris Oyakhilome (who in my opinion is the most influential voice in the world today) during the recent Pastors Refresher Conference (PRC).

1. "If your position can't change you, change your position."

2. "The space between where you are now and where you want to be is called 'DECISIONS'. "

3. "If you only pray when you are in trouble, you are in trouble."

4. "Everyday may not be good but there is something good in everyday."

5. "Faith doesn't make things easy. Faith makes things possible."

6. "Only trials can give you triumph. Only obstacles can give you miracles."

Every time you are influenced by someone, your perspective will change. Get these 2 life changing resources: #thePowerOfYourMind & #YearOfSpreading. Edify yourself through them thoroughly. And do great deeds that will change your world by the doing of these deeds.

#YearOfSpreading #thePowerOfYourMind ‪#‎February‬=Order

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL Tuesday, February 9th .

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RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

Tuesday, February 9th .
Pastor Chris

ACTIVATE HIS BLESSINGS IN YOUR LIFE.

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, WHO HATH BLESSED US WITH ALL SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS in heavenly places in Christ (Ephesians 1:3).

Often times, people say, "I'm waiting on the Lord to do such-and-such for me." And by that they mean they're expecting Him to "do" something about their cases. If there's anything you're waiting for God to do for you, then I'll like to announce to you: God is waiting for you to do something and effect the change that you desire! Our opening verse doesn't say God is going to bless us; it says He's blessed us! This is an amazing reality, and the most beautiful part is, there're no conditions attached. You've been blessed already.

There're two things to understand from that verse: the first one is that the spiritual controls the physical; meaning, if He's blessed you with all spiritual blessings, then you're blessed with all earthly blessings! The lesser is included in the greater. The second thing is, as far as God is concerned, everything you'll ever require to have a glorious and exceptional life has been granted you.

Sadly, many aren't enjoying it. There're blessings untold that belong to us in Christ Jesus; but many are ignorant of this reality. God isn't holding anything back from you; He's already done everything. What you're supposed to do is act on His Word, and make what He's already done real in your life.

2 Kings 7:1 tells us something very instructive. Elisha, alongside the children of Israel and their king, had been waiting on God to do something, and change the economy of Israel. But nothing happened, until Elisha gave the Word: "Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, To morrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria." When he made the declaration, the economy of the nation changed within twenty-four hours, just as he had said!

Take charge of your life, with the Word of God in your heart and in your mouth! Believe, speak, and act on the Word. That's how to activate God's blessings in your life.

CONFESSION

I'm the seed of Abraham, born to reign and rule the world! I'm walking in abundance, because all things are mine! My life is the testimony of God's grace, glory, and greatness. Not only am I blessed, I'm the dispenser of God's blessings and goodness. Halleluiah!

FURTHER STUDY:
1 Corinthians 3:21 Therefore let no man glory in men. For all things are your's;

2 Peter 1:3
According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Matthew 26:57-75,
Exodus 36-37

2-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Acts 16:19-28,
Psalm 7-8

God has given you the right to choose either life and blessings or death and curses.

God has given you the right to choose either life and blessings or death and curses. He didn’t pre-destine anyone for failure; rather, He wants you to prosper and be in health (3 John 1:2); He’s ordained a great life for you. Therefore, decide that you’re going to fulfil the dream He has for you and be who He’s destined you to be. It’s your responsibility; no one can do it for you. How you live your life, how you make your decisions, is entirely your responsibility.

Don’t allow circumstances determine what you’ll be in life.

You can choose to be a success! You can choose to do excellently well in life. It’s a choice that you have to make. You might ask, “Is it that simple?” Yes! And I admonish you to make that choice today if you haven’t done so already. Don’t allow circumstances determine what you’ll be in life. Make the decision to live the glorious life that God has planned for you.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES MONDAY, 8TH FEBRUARY.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES MONDAY, 8TH FEBRUARY.

YOU'RE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR LIFE.

I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live (Deuteronomy 30:19).

Sometimes, people wonder, “If God’s Word says I’m a success, why are things not working out for me?” What they haven’t realised is that even though God wants you to be prosperous, successful, excellent, and sound, you have to line up with the Word, and decide to be all He wants you to be. It’s a personal choice that you must make.

Anyone can do anything for you, including praying for you, sharing the Word with you; but no one can make decisions for you. You’ve got to make your own decisions. God’s role is to guide you through the Word, and the Holy Spirit, so you can make the right decisions. Many people have troubles in their lives because of bad decisions. Your life today has turned out to be the way it is because of the choices you’ve made. In the same vein, your tomorrow is dependent on the choices and decisions you make today.

God has given you the right to choose either life and blessings or death and curses. He didn’t pre-destine anyone for failure; rather, He wants you to prosper and be in health (3 John 1:2); He’s ordained a great life for you. Therefore, decide that you’re going to fulfil the dream He has for you and be who He’s destined you to be. It’s your responsibility; no one can do it for you. How you live your life, how you make your decisions, is entirely your responsibility.

You can choose to be a success! You can choose to do excellently well in life. It’s a choice that you have to make. You might ask, “Is it that simple?” Yes! And I admonish you to make that choice today if you haven’t done so already. Don’t allow circumstances determine what you’ll be in life. Make the decision to live the glorious life that God has planned for you.

CONFESSION
The Word of God is in my heart and in my mouth, producing results and bringing about a transformation in my life, and turning circumstances around in my favour. My life is for the glory of God, and I’m making progress from glory to glory, because Christ lives in me. I’m prosperous, and I walk in divine health! I’m prevailing with, and by, the Word! Glory to God!

FURTHER STUDY:
3 John 1:2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

Isaiah 30:21 And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Matthew 26:31-56 Exodus 34-35
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Acts 16:11-18 Psalm 5-6

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