February 2017-Flatimes

Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Joel and Victoria Osteen’s daily devotional February 28, 2017 – You Have the Advantage

Today’s Scripture: "…His favor is for a lifetime…" - (Psalm 30:5, AMP)

Topic: You Have the Advantage [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

One definition of the word “favor” is an advantage for success. When you put God first, when you obey His commands, you open the door for His favor—you have the advantage for success! Even if someone may have wronged you and it looks like they have the upper hand, even if it looks like things are never going to change, you need to keep reminding yourself, “I have an advantage. God is in control of my destiny. He’s fighting my battles for me.

From Libya with woes

Written by the Editorial Board of The Guardian Newspaper

Within two weeks this month, more than 300 young Nigerians were repatriated from Libya in two batches by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in collaboration with the Nigerian embassy in Libya. These are just the latest groups in an exercise that has reportedly been on for the past 14 months. In some cases, the returnees have acted voluntarily; in others, they have been forced out of the country by Libyan authorities. In every case, however, the returnees have nothing but tales of woe and expressions of regret for their decision to leave their country in search of the so-called, and as it has turned out, elusive, ‘greener pasture.’

Topic: Be Patient [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

But let endurance and steadfastness and patience have full play and do a thorough work, so that you may be [people] perfectly and fully developed [with no defects], lacking in nothing. — James 1:4

James teaches us that we can rejoice when we find ourselves involved in difficult situations, knowing that God is trying our faith to bring out patience. I have found that trials did eventually bring out patience in me, but first they brought a lot of other junk to the surface—such as pride, anger, rebellion, self-pity, complaining, and many other things. It seems that these ungodly traits, with God’s help, need to be faced and dealt with because they hinder patience as well as other good fruit like kindness, love, humility, and other things.

Topic: Impediments to Prayer [Tuesday 28, February 2017]

Memorise: If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me: - Psalm 66:18

Read: Isaiah 59:1-4 (KJV)

1 Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear:

Watch LIVE: 75 Hours Marathon Messiah Praise 2017 to celebrate Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s Birthday

Our beloved Daddy G.O the author of Open Heavens Daily Devotional turns 75 on the 2nd of March and some events to celebrate his birthday to the glory of God: “75 Hours Marathon Messiah Praise”

Author: Ese Ehimare Dave

Topic: Spiritual Maturity [Tuesday, 28th Feb, 2017]

Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. Ephesians 4:13

The intention of God is that we grow to the measure of the stature of the of the fullness of Christ. The Lord's intention is that we grow in Him, so that we won't be tossed to and fro by every wind of doctrine. One of Satan's deceptive weapons these last days is false doctrine. And the Lord does not want us to fall victim of Satan's deception.

Topic: The Tragedy of Competition [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

Scripture: If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also. 1 John 4:20-21

Thought For The Day: The presence of strife is the absence of God.

One of the dangerous tragedies of life and destiny is competition. This is because unhealthy competition limits a man’s destiny.

With all the stressful situations we face in our day to day lives, it’s good to have knowledge of relaxation responses to these stressors. This will help you avoid negative effects of stress like insomnia, high blood pressure, headaches, fatigue etc. Jumia Travel shares 7 relaxation techniques to help you achieve this. You can sample several of them to see the one(s) that work(s) best for you.

Breathing Exercises

In this exercise, you take long, slow, deep breaths (also known as abdominal or belly breathing). As you breathe, disengage your mind from distracting and troubling thoughts and sensations, says Julie Corliss, Executive Editor of Harvard Heart Letter. You should let your breath flow as deep down into your belly as possible (without forcing it), and breathe out without pausing or holding your breath, just let it flow out gently.

Author: Pastor Faith Oyedepo

Topic: The Christian Home (4)

Dear Reader,

God instituted marriage and He intended every house to be a sweet and peaceful home. Most Christians dream of a sweet home, a place where joy, peace, prosperity and fruitfulness abound. But they are not ready to pay the price it takes for their dreams to find fulfilment. That is why I want to show you some power tools for accomplishment.

Topic: A Chuckle in the Darkness [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

Read: John 11:17–27, Bible in a Year: Numbers 20–22; Mark 7:1–13

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. - John 3:16

In a Washington Post article titled “Tech Titans’ Latest Project: Defy Death,” Ariana Cha wrote about the efforts of Peter Thiele and other tech moguls to extend human life indefinitely. They’re prepared to spend billions on the project.

Topic: An Unruly Tongue [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

Text: Psalm 12:1-8

Key Verse: "They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a double heart do they speak" (Psalm 12:2).

Disappointments, disagreements and destructions are some of the tragic occurrences in human history. These are often associated with the misuse of the tongue. Yet, it is quite surprising that many people have not learnt to refrain from unguarded speech. The Psalmist raised some issues that are crucial to the happiness of all people. With genuine concern, he observed the absence of godly and faithful persons whose presence would have sanitized society and enhanced high morality among the people. Alas, their presence bred vanity, flattery, proud talks and oppression.

Topic: He Will Lead You [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. - Galatians 5:16

Walking in the spirit. That's the key to overcoming the flesh. If you follow the prompting of the Spirit of God within you, you won't be dominated by the pressure your flesh tries to put on you.

Topic: You Are Not alone [Tuesday February 28, 2017]

“... for the Lord thy God, He it is that doth go with thee; He will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.” —Deuteronomy 31:6

Loneliness is no respecter of persons. It invades the palace as well as the hut. Many turn to drink because of loneliness. Others lose their sanity becasue of loneliness. Many commit suicide because of the despair of loneliness. Thousands have found Christ to be the answer for their loneliness. The Hebrew children were not alone when they were hurled into the fiery furnace of persecution.

Joel and Victoria Osteen’s daily devotional February 27, 2017 – Enter His Rest

Today’s Scripture: "For we who have believed do enter that rest…" - (Hebrews 4:3, NKJV)

Topic: Enter His Rest [Monday February 27, 2017]

God promises that there are set times in our future, but He doesn’t tell us when they will be. Your set time may be tomorrow morning at 9:47. You’ll get the phone call you’ve been waiting for. Your set time may be two years from now. You’ll get a good break and that will thrust you to a new level. My question is, “Do you trust God enough to believe that your set times are coming?” Are you willing to wait with a good attitude? Are you willing to get a new perspective?

Written by the Editorial Board of The Guardian Newspaper

The desire to give Lagos a world-class transportation system apparently informed the recent disclosure by Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode that he intends to remove the yellow mini-buses popularly called Danfo from the city’s roads by the end of the year. The Danfo experience in Lagos is a cocktail of sadness and joy. But there is no denying that the city deserves better and the government’s plan is in order.

Daily, commuters go through hell in the hands of miscreant Danfo drivers and their assistants who molest, assault and even rob at will. Ambode’s move should therefore be encouraged if only to curb hooliganism and touting, as well as sanitise intra-city transportation.

Author: Emode Victor

A Promise For You From Bible Promises:

Topic: It's Not Your Name [27/02/2017]

And the Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all kings thy glory: and thou shalt be called by a new name, which the mouth of the LORD shall name. Isaiah 62:2. Read: Isa 62:1-4

When you go through the Bible, you discover that there are many people who their names are known and mentioned. There are other people who were simply recognized and mentioned by their problems. Their problems took and overshadowed their names. The Bible never made mention of their names but their problems. Their problems made them popular. Many lives have been stigmatized. In 2 Ki 5:1-14, the Bible talks about general Naaman who was a great man of Valor, but he was a leper. He was not supposed to live where men live but in an isolated place, but because of his importance, the king of Syria could not isolate him. The woman with the issue of blood is known by her problem, the Bible never mentioned her name. She was healed by Jesus Christ, her name was still not mentioned. Mk 5:25-34

Winning Wisdom: Don't Fear Rejection

Topic: Don't Fear Rejection [Monday, 27th Feb. 2017]

This Moses whom they refused, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge? the same did God send to be a ruler and a deliverer by the hand of the angel which appeared to him in the bush. Acts 7:35

It came to my understanding that most times God's choice is not always man's choice. Men will always place their decisions on outward appearance and past expirence. But God, Who is all-knowing, seeing beyond our imaginations and our views, always comes up with the right choice, although it might not sit down well with men.

Topic: How to Access Your Part [Monday February 27, 2017]

Pant for God to access your part in God.

You cannot become a part of God until you pant for Him.

David’s panting heart for God was what upgraded his status from just been a king to a priest and a prophet.

Topic: Fellowship with the Lord [Monday February 27, 2017]

Then you will seek Me, inquire for, and require Me [as a vital necessity] and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. — Jeremiah 29:13

No matter how many principles and formulas you and I learn, we will never have lasting victory in our Christian life without spending time in personal, private fellowship with the Lord. The victory is not in methods; it is in God. If we are to live victoriously, we are going to have to look beyond ways to eliminate our problems and find the Lord in the midst of our problems.

Topic: Sincerity [Monday 27, February 2017]

Memorise: In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity, - Titus 2:7

Read: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17 (KJV)

14 Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.

It can be very uncomfortable - even agitating - to get dressed, looking all smart and appealing, only for something as little as sweat under your arms to ruin it all. There is something unarguably embarrassing about having the underarm of your dress, blouse or shirt drenched in sweat, and it gets worse if it’s the only sweat-stained part of your clothing. Asides this, there is also the unpleasant odour resulting from such underarm sweating to deal with. It could all be a frustrating experience indeed.

Jumia Travel shares 8 ways to help you deal with sweaty armpits and avoid such uncomfortable situations.

Author: Pastor Faith Oyedepo

Topic: Family Government (4)

Dear Reader,

It has been a most exciting time thus far this month, examining some very fundamental and most vital issues that relate to Family Government. I am sure you have benefitted a lot from the issues discussed thus far.

In this concluding part of the teaching, we will examine the aspect of CHILD TRAINING. Why this aspect? Because children constitute immediate members of the family government after the parents.

Topic: Miracles and the Glory of God [Monday February 27, 2017]

Scripture: This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him. - John 2:11

Thought For The Day: Shame cannot exist in the presence of glory.

It is confirmed from the Bible that miracles are the manifestations of God’s glory. Whenever God wants to show forth His glory, He manifests signs and wonders in the lives of men.

Topic: Two Destinies, One Way [Monday February 27, 2017]

Text: Matthew 7:13-20

Key Verse: "Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it" (Matthew 7:14).

One of the difficulties travelers on first visit usually face is finding their way. The difficulty becomes complex if the traveler comes to a crossroads where he/she has to take a decision which way to go. At such a time, it becomes imperative to seek a guide. The same is true of every person who is a stranger in the journey of life. Two ways are before us all. One is straight and narrow which leads to eternal life; the other is broad with a wide gate. The first way leads to eternal life with God but the latter to hell with Satan.

Topic: Ring of Invisibility [Monday February 27, 2017]

Read: John 3:16–21, Bible in a Year: Numbers 17–19; Mark 6:30–56

Everyone who does evil hates the light. John 3:20

The Greek philosopher Plato (c. 427–c. 348 bc) found an imaginative way of shining light on the dark side of the human heart. He told the story of a shepherd who innocently discovered a golden ring that had been hidden deep in the earth. One day a great earthquake opened up an ancient mountainside tomb and revealed the ring to the shepherd. By accident he also discovered that the ring had the magical ability to enable the wearer to become invisible at will. Thinking about invisibility, Plato raised this question: If people didn’t have to worry about being caught and punished, would they resist doing wrong?

Topic: Better Things to Come [Monday February 27, 2017]

But [God's grace] is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel - 2 Timothy 1:10

Have you ever wondered what it will be like when your body dies and you go on to heaven? Well, according to the Word, when that time comes, this flesh and blood tent you live in will die, but you won't feel a thing. You'll just take off the cloak of your flesh, lay it down and go to a better place.

Topic: God Our Comforter [Monday February 27, 2017]

I, even I, am he that comforteth you . . . — Isaiah 51:12

There is also comfort in mourning, because in the midst of mourning God gives a song. His presence in our lives changes our mourning into song, and that song is a song of comfort. This kind of comfort is the kind which enabled a devout Englishman to look at a deep dark hole in the ground where his home stood before the bombing and say, “I always did want a basement. Now I can jolly well build another house, like I always wanted.”

Vital secrets for a Successful Family (4) by Pastor Faith Oyedepo

Author: Pastor Faith Oyedepo

Topic: Vital secrets for a Successful Family (4)

Dear Reader,

I welcome you once again in Jesus’ name. Today I want to ask this question: Who truly are the real mothers? In this concluding segment of Family Life for this month, we will be looking at what God’s Word has to say about the mother in the home.

One reason God instituted the marital union of the man and woman was to bring forth godly seeds; and if we must have godly seeds, then we must have godly mothers. I always tell people that thieves have mothers, who did not do a good job of caring for their children at the right time. I read an inscription once that says, “It is better to train a child than to repair an adult!” Children are like fresh fish, you can bend them any way, but adults are like dry fish, any attempt to bend them will break them. A wise man once said that the greatest factory, where the most important product in the world is being made, is the home. That is where children are raised.

Author: Emode Victor

A Promise For You From Bible Promises:

Topic: Be Merciful [26/02/2017]

Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Matthew 5:7. Read: Matt 5:43-48

The Bible says in Lamentations 3:22, It is of the LORD's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. Mercy is the nature of God Almighty towards all humans on earth. Psalm 145:9 says, The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works. Whether good or bad, His mercy extends to all. It's also through the multitude of His mercies that you were rescued from destruction. Isaiah 54:7 For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee. This season, His mercies will search you out for His blessings in Jesus name.

Still on the closure of Abuja airport

Written by the Editorial Board of The Guardian Newspaper

As fears grow over the imminent closure of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja, from March 8, 2017, for the resurfacing of its tarmac, it is imperative to, once again, reiterate to the government of the day since all entreaties before now appear to have fallen on deaf ears, that it should reconsider closing the airport, for obvious economic and safety reasons.

No airport anywhere in the world has ever been totally closed for such a long time for routine tarmac resurfacing. Airport tarmacs can be resurfaced at night or weekends without disrupting normal aviation operations. Nigeria should not be different.

Today’s Scripture: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." - 1 Corinthians 2:9, NKJV

Topic: Greater than You Imagined [Sunday February 26, 2017]

Because God loves you, He has supernatural blessings in store for you: increase, favor, good breaks, supernatural opportunities. His dream for your life is so much greater than you ever imagined. You haven’t seen anything yet!

Topic: No Condemnation [Sunday February 26, 2017]

Therefore, [there is] now no condemnation (no adjudging guilty of wrong) for those who are in Christ Jesus, who live [and] walk not after the dictates of the flesh, but after the dictates of the Spirit. — Romans 8:1

I should have known better,” Cindy cried out to me. “All the signs were there that he wasn’t the man for me.” She had gone through two years of a painful marriage, of verbal and finally physical abuse. Then her husband left her for another woman. Now she felt doubly condemned—condemned for marrying him in the first place and condemned that she couldn’t hold the marriage together.

Topic: Hypocritical? [Sunday 26, February 2017]

Memorise: But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites? Matthew 22:18

Read: Luke 11:37-44 (KJV)

37 And as he spake, a certain Pharisee besought him to dine with him: and he went in, and sat down to meat.

Topic: Key Thoughts on Praise [Sunday February 26, 2017]

Scripture: Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls: Habakkuk 3:17-18.

Thought For The Day: The intensity of your spirituality is equal to the intensity of your praise.

It has been confirmed that praise is the livewire of a Christian. To stop praising God is to sign for death because according to Psalm 150:6, “Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord.”

Winning Wisdom: The Lesson in Suffering

Topic: The Lesson in Suffering [Sunday, 26th Feb. 2017]

Though he were a Son, yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffered. (Hebrews 5:8)

As humans, when we hear suffering, we visualise hardship and pain, and our first reaction is "God forbid, may that never be my portion". In our minds, nothing good can come out of suffering. We are, however, wrong. For it is in sufferings that we get better, and learn very vital life's lessons. It is in our challenges that we are shaped.

Topic: His Extravagant Love [Sunday February 26, 2017]

And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God. - Deuteronomy 28:2

Some people have very low expectations of what God will provide for them materially. They trust Him to feed and clothe them, but they don't trust Him to feed and clothe them very well!

Topic: Complete Access [Sunday February 26, 2017]

Read: Ephesians 3:7–13, Bible in a Year: Numbers 15–16; Mark 6:1–29

Through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. Ephesians 3:12

A few years ago, a friend invited me to join him as a spectator at a pro golf tournament. Being a first-timer, I had no idea what to expect. When we arrived, I was surprised to receive gifts, information, and maps of the golf course. But what topped it all was that we gained access to a VIP tent behind the 18th green, where we had free food and a place to sit. I couldn’t have gained entry to the hospitality tent on my own though. The key was my friend; it was only through him that I had complete access.

Topic: Efficacy of the Word [Sunday February 26, 2017]

Text: Nehemiah 8:9-18

Key Verse: "For all the people wept, when they heard the words of the law" (Nehemiah 8:9).

Sorrow has its place in human affairs even though people detest it. In the midst of joy and pleasure, humans by nature are prone to forgetfulness and wanton actions that drive a wedge between them and God. However, when cast down, we are compelled to reflect. God’s word has a way of breaking us down. Among the Jews in our text, the word they heard from the priests and Levites produced an effect on them: they wept and mourned because of their departure from the truth. There is however joy after sorrow like sunlight after snow.

Topic: Practice the Fruits of the Spirit [Sunday February 26, 2017]

But when the Holy Spirit controls our lives he will produce this kind of fruit in us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control . . . — Galatians 5:22,23 (TLB)

Christ can rid you of inner conflict. Man without God is always torn between two urges. His nature prompts him to do wrong, and his conscience urges him to do right. Antagonistic desires and crossed-up emotions keep him in a state of personal instability. Medical men have almost concluded that this conflict is the basis of much physical breakdown and nervous collapse.

Nigeria: The Paradox of a Corrupt Opposition Party in Power

By SKC Ogbonnia

The All Peoples Congress (APC) gained the Nigerian presidency on an enchanting mantra of change, particularly change from the tide of an endemic corruption that characterized the 16-year reign of the People Democratic Party (PDP). Unfortunately, however, over one and half years after it lost power, virtually all structures of government have remained in the firm grip of the PDP, the now opposition party. Not surprisingly, the hope for the much-anticipated change is gradually becoming a pipe dream.

Winning Wisdom: Prayer for the Adversary

Topic: Prayer for the Adversary [Saturday, 25th Feb. 2017]

But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you. (Matthew 5:44)

An adversary is an enemy that is constantly and continually against us. Many a times, we are faced with antagonists who would give anything to bring us down. This has left many believers in confusion, as they don't know what to do about these people who attack them for no reason, and as examples they can't fight back as it were. Plus, Christ also said in Matthew 5:39 "....whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also." This leaves them wondering what action can be taken in the face of oppression.

Author: Emode Victor

A Promise For You From Bible Promises:

Topic: I Am Guilty Lord! [25/02/2017]

Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do. Hebrews 4:13. Read: Psalm 51:1-11

I am guilty Lord was the loud cry of a woman whom the LORD opened her eyes to see her eternal nakedness and destitute. When she looked beyond this present world, she saw the light of the Lord which beamed on her entire life and spotted her gray paths out. She saw all her secret sins, all her lies, her costly jesting, little lies she never considered to be lies; all her waywardness. She saw all her fornication and adulterous lifestyle, all her secret lust, love for money. She saw all the people who looked up to her as a role model and how she has misled them all in the name of fashion, all these were written down in bold letters beside her name. She also saw countless opportunities the Lord gave her to repent of her sins but turned down Jesus' invitations, she saw the names of all the preachers, the time and the places they preached to her both in the bus and with tracts. Seeing all these, she opted with a loud voice, "I am guilty as charged Lord". God forgave her.

Topic: The Back Bone Of Life [Saturday February 25, 2017]

Man’s credibility is His backbone.

Without it there is no confidence.

Topic: Get Alone With God [Saturday February 25, 2017]

But when you pray, go into your [most] private room, and, closing the door, pray to your Father, Who is in secret; and your Father, Who sees in secret, will reward you in the open. — Matthew 6:6

Jesus rose early to be alone with God, but Peter pursued Him to let Him know that everyone was looking for Him (see Mark 1:35-36). When you get alone to pray, it may seem that everybody tries to hunt you down. But Jesus sought time alone with God so He could focus on His purpose.

Topic: Ungrateful? [Saturday 25, February 2017]

Memorise: It is a good thing to give thanks unto the LORD, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High: – Psalms 92:1

Read: 1 Samuel 25:4-17 (KJV)

4 And David heard in the wilderness that Nabal did shear his sheep.

Topic: Rejoice In the Lord [Saturday February 25, 2017]

Scripture: Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice. Philippians 4:4

Thought For The Day: Make up your mind to laugh when the devil wants you to cry.

We have been admonished to fight depression in our lives because depression is the spirit of heaviness (Isaiah 61:3).

Winning Wisdom: Not For Sale

Topic: Not For Sale [Saturday, 25th Feb. 2017.]

But Peter said unto him, Thy money perish with thee, because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money. (Acts 8:20)

Acts 8:9-24 tells of the ministry of the gospel in Samaria, of the miracles done by the apostles through the Holy Spirit, of how a certain man named Simon offered Peter money to purchase the power of Holy Spirit so he too could lay hands on people and do various miracles. Peter's answer to Him was clear "thou Hast neither part nor lot In this matter: for thy heart is not right in the sight of God." (Acts 8:21).

Topic: Change of Heart [Saturday February 25, 2017]

Christ taught you! If you have really heard his voice . . . then throw off your old evil nature-the old you that was a partner in your evil ways . . . — Ephesians 4:20-22 (TLB)

Paul before his conversion was not meek. Proudly and brutally, he apprehended all Christians and sought to destroy them. He was bigoted, selfish, and vaunted. But when he wrote his warm and affectionate letter to the churches of Galatia, he said, among other things, “The fruit of the Spirit is . . . gentleness, goodness . . . meekness.” His meekness was something God-given, not something man-made. It is not our nature to be meek. On the contrary, it is our nature to be proud and haughty. That is why the new birth is so essential to each of us.

Topic: The Choice Is Yours [Saturday February 25, 2017]

Choose you this day whom ye will serve. - Joshua 24:15

Choosing to side with God's Word is a continual challenge. It's not something you do just once. It's a process of choosing to believe and act upon the Word of God over and over in every circumstance.

Topic: Wholehearted! [Saturday February 25, 2017]

Read: Numbers 13:26–32; 14:20–24, Bible in a Year: Numbers 12–14; Mark 5:21–43

Because my servant Caleb has a different spirit and follows me wholeheartedly, I will bring him into the land he went to, and his descendants will inherit it. Numbers 14:24

Caleb was a “wholehearted” person. He and Joshua were part of a twelve-man reconnaissance team that explored the Promised Land and gave a report to Moses and the people. Caleb said, “We should go up and take possession of the land, for we can certainly do it” (Num. 13:30). But ten members of the team said they couldn’t possibly succeed. In spite of God’s promises, they saw only obstacles (vv. 31–33).

Topic: Self-Restraint Please [Saturday February 25, 2017]

Text: 1 Samuel 18:22-30

Key Verse: "And Saul said, Thus shall ye say to David, The king desireth not any dowry, but an hundred foreskins of the Philistines, to be avenged of the king's enemies. But Saul thought to make David fall by the hand of the Philistines" (1 Samuel 18:25).

Offering bribes, gifts, gratifications, is a well-oiled strategy in the secular world to influence decisions, solicit assistance, curry favour and pervert the course of justice. King Saul was very adept at this strategy. He had become envious of David whose popularity had spread throughout Israel because of his military conquests. David’s Lord was with him and everywhere he went, he behaved so wisely that even Saul’s daughter, Michal, fell in love with him.

Stop Testing God

Author: Emode Victor

A Promise For You From Bible Promises:

Topic: Stop Testing God [24/02/2017]

And she said, The Philistines be upon thee, Samson. And he awoke out of his sleep, and said, I will go out as at other times before, and shake myself. And he wist not that the LORD was departed from him. Judges 16:20. Read: Rom 6:1-2

If there is anyone that tested God so much in the Bible days was Samson. As a Nazareth from the womb, there were so many things he was not supposed to engage in. He was not supposed to touch the death let alone eating from what is taken from the death. First, Samson killed a lion and after many days, he went there and took honey out of the carcase of the lion and ate it. Second, he went to marry in the camp of their enemy - Philistine. Samson went to Gaza and saw a harlot, went in unto her. Immediately, he went to uproot the gate of the city. Whenever he gets up from sin, God usually comes upon him, as a result, he thought it would continue.

Topic: Faith And Love [Friday February 24, 2017]

Love is strong companion to faith.

Gal 5:6

Loving God takes you to the realm of undaunted faith in God.

Topic: Filled with His Light [Friday February 24, 2017]

And this is the message [the message of promise] which we have heard from Him and now are reporting to you: God is Light, and there is no darkness in Him at all [no, not in any way]. [So] if we say we are partakers together and enjoy fellowship with Him when we live and move and are walking about in darkness, we are [both] speaking falsely and do not live and practice the Truth [which the Gospel presents]. — 1 John 1:5-6

So often the things we try to hide by burying them deep inside ourselves become darkness within us. But this passage tells us in God there is no darkness at all. So when we allow Him full entrance into our hearts and minds, there will be no darkness there. I am so glad that God fills every room in my heart, so that I am filled with His light. There are no places in my heart that I know of that are blocked off from Him and the light that comes with His presence. Often one of the signs that we are walking in the light of the Gospel is that we have good relationships with everyone with whom we come in contact in our daily lives—including our spouse and our children.

Topic: Children of God [Friday 24, February 2017]

Memorise: But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: – John 1:12

Read: 1 John 3:1-3 (KJV)

1 Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.

Topic: The Danger of Depression [Friday February 24, 2017]

Scripture: “Why art thou cast down O my soul? And why art thou disquieted in me? Hope thou in God; for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance” Psalm 42:5

Thought For The Day: Whenever a man is depressed, his reasoning is blocked.

Yesterday, we saw that depression is a killer of destiny; it was a challenge in the life of Prophet Elijah who could not confront and conquer Jezebel whom he was destined to handle.

Topic: Power Of Divine Wisdom [Friday February 24, 2017]

Text: Mark 11:27-33

Key Verse: "The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me" (Mark 11:30).

The humanity and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ are awe inspiring. His birth as a man marks His identification with humans. His manifestation as the Son of God was a mystery that shows His authority over the affairs of humanity. Our text reveals one of the instances in which Jesus was tempted by some of the leaders of Judaism in Israel, "the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders" (Mark 11:27).

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