Persevere In Prayer · wednesday, january 4th ·

Pastor Chris

And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint (Luke 18:1).

The Lord Jesus, in Luke 18:1-8 enjoins us through a parable the need to persevere and be importunate in prayer. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 instructs to "Pray without ceasing." That’s because through prayer our spirits are conditioned to become dependable receptacles of God’s ideas, visions and promptings. You may want to ask "How about if you feel reluctant to pray, does it mean one is spiritually weak?"
First, such a feeling doesn’t necessarily mean you’re weak, but it does signify a problem you have to deal with. Prayer is your life’s work, and you must do it. This means irrespective of how you feel, you must maintain discipline in prayer, and that’s how to prevail over circumstances.
Secondly, you should learn to stir up your spirit. 1Corinthians 14:4 says "He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself…." Speaking in tongues is synonymous with recharging your spirit like a battery. This helps you respond to the Lord more quickly from your spirit.
Also, the scriptures highlight for us practical steps on how to always be filled with the Spirit (Read Ephesians 5:18-21). For the one who’s continually filled with the Spirit, prayer is never a drag, but a moment of divine ecstasy; a time to revel in the love, bliss and grace of God’s embrace.
Fourthly, take advantage of prayer times with other Christians. This will help you develop a passion for prayer and a richer relationship and fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Many believers all over the world have joined us in our special prayer times via the social network Yookos. If you have not signed up, log on today to www.yookos.com. The prophetic and inspirational thoughts, and short but intense prayer moments, will help you develop a consistent and exciting prayer life.

Prayer
Dear Father, I rejoice at the glorious impact and changes that take place in my spirit each time I pray! Thank you for your love, grace and heavenly bliss that enraptures me as I spend time with you in prayer. I effect positive and lasting changes through prayer, knowing that your ears are ever attentive to my voice, to answer my prayers, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

f u r t h e r s t u d y: Ephesians 6:18; Luke 18:1-8

Serve The Lord With All Your Heart · tuesday, january 3rd · Page Visits (2,025)

Pastor Anita

My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways (Proverbs 23:26).

From our opening verse, it’s clear what the Lord wants: Your heart, and for your eyes to observe His ways. He wants you to serve Him and follow Him with whole-hearted devotion. Trust the Lord with your life and future without reservation.
At the beginning of a new year like this, there’re those who are apprehensive and uncertain about what the year holds. But as a child of God you don’t need to have any fears, worries or uncertainties about the year. Just make certain to live every day of the year in the will of God by committing yourself to doing His Work. Others may call you a fool for loving the Lord and serving Him with your life, but you can never be a fool for faith.
Nothing compares to living for Jesus. It’s the highest calling and honour! The Bible says, "He died for all, so that those who live should no longer live for themselves, but only for him who died and was raised to life for their sake" (2 Corinthians 5:15 GNB). The man or woman who walks with the Lord is well positioned in life; he’s the one described in Psalm 1:3 as a tree planted by the rivers of water; everything he does prospers. He experiences maximum fulfilment and joy in life because his passion, emotions, desires and appetites are founded on Christ and the propagation of the Gospel.
Commit yourself to the Lord this year more than ever before. Let Him have a say in all that you do; follow His Word and yield to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Take your acts of worship and devotions seriously; don’t skip Church services, cell meetings and other spiritual activities in your local assembly. Follow the Lord with all your heart and serve Him with your life! Make a definite commitment to live for Him and do His will only, and teach others to do the same.
Confession
I reaffirm today, my resolve to serve you with my life and follow you in the Word, by the Word and through the Word. My life is for your glory; and I live today to bring you honour as I serve you with diligence and excellence! You’re all that I live for; thank you for the opportunity to know and serve you! You’re the personality of my deepest affection.

f u r t h e r s t u d y: Colossians 3:1-4; Isaiah 40:31; Deuteronomy 6:5

Positioned For Glory

Positioned For Glory · sunday, january 1st · Page Visits (1,810)

Pastor Chris

For it became him, for whom are all things, and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons unto glory, to make the captain of their salvation perfect through sufferings (Hebrews 2:10).

Welcome to 2012! I’m particularly grateful to the Lord for all He helped us achieve in 2011, as we ministered the Gospel around the world. But then, looking at the New Year, I’m even more thrilled and thankful to Him for the glory, victories and successes He’s planned and positioned us for throughout the year. There’s a great outpouring of supernatural grace upon us to achieve even more this year, far beyond our expectations.
Look forward with faith, courage and excitement to a glorious and fruitful year. As a child of God you walk in preordained pathways; therefore concerning the New Year, the Lord has predestined you for glory. Perhaps, last year, you outlined so many things you wanted to achieve, but at the end of the year not so much pulled through for you. Don’t despair; rather find out where you missed it! Mark those things you ought to have done to help you achieve those goals you didn’t attain, and make up your mind to reach them this year.
Live in the light of His Word to you for the year and don’t observe or interpret situations from the realm of the senses. He’s already done all that’s necessary for you to experience His glory in your life: "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" (2 Peter 1:3).
This is a present-hour reality. You received the life and nature of God the moment you were born again; and immediately, you were positioned for greatness and set apart for excellence and success. Everything you require to enjoy your life to the full and be all that God created you to be has been granted you. Therefore tell yourself, "I’m going to accomplish everything the Lord has destined for me to accomplish this year, through the power of His Word and the ability of His Spirit at work in me!" Hallelujah!"
Prayer
Dear Father, I thank you for positioning me for glory, success and excellence, having granted me everything I need to live victoriously in the earth, to the glory of your Name. Today, I’m piloted by your Word and the Spirit into the realm of glory, where I rule and reign with you forever, in Jesus’ Name.
f u r t h e r s t u d y: Ephesians 2:10 AMP; Romans 8:30

Dream Big

“The only limitation of man is the imagination of his mind.” – Anonymous

“What I dream to become is so big that I don’t think I’ll ever make it”, you might say. But I’ve got a question for you, “How big is your God compared to that dream in your heart?” Your answer will determine if that dream is possible or not. You can dream to become anything in life, no matter how big. Whatever your heart desire is, it is possible! My life coach, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome told me years ago, “Dare to dream big. There’s no law against dreaming big.” I say the same to you today, there’s no law known to man against dreaming big. “You have to think big to be big.” remarked Claude Bristol. Therefore, dream big for you serve a big God.

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ABORTION?

I read this article today and i learnt a lot from it. I hope it's an eye opener for you:

A worried woman went to her gynecologist and said: 'Doctor, I have a serious problem and desperately need your help! My baby is not even 1 year old and I'm pregnant again. I don't want kids so close together. So the doctor said: 'Ok and what do you wan...t me to do?' She said: 'I want you to end my pregnancy, and I'm counting on your help with this.' The doctor thought for a little, and after some silence he said to the lady: 'I think I have a better solution for your problem. It's less dangerous for you too.' She smiled, thinking that the doctor was going to accept her request. Then he continued: 'You see, in order for you not to have to take care 2 babies at the same time, let's kill the one in your arms. This way, you could rest some before the other one is born. If we're going to kill one of them, it doesn't matter which one it is. There would be no risk for your body if you chose the one in your arms. The lady was horrified and said: 'No doctor! How terrible! It's a crime to kill a child! 'I agree', the doctor replied. 'But you seemed to be OK with it, so I thought maybe that was the best solution.' The doctor smiled, realizing that he had made his point.

He convinced the mom that there is no difference in killing a child that's already been born and one that's still in the womb. The crime is the same! If you agree, please SHARE. Together we can help save precious lives! "Love says I sacrifice myself for the good of the other person. Abortion says I sacrifice the other person for the good of myself..." Jesus sacrificed Himself for the good of sinners! That's perfect love!

By: Mike Alder

LEADERSHIP

Leadership is helping someone else become better. It's the deposit of yourself into someone else, helping them reach their goals in life. Below is a timely remark by a good friend of mine:

"Leadership is not magnetic personality, that can just as well be a glib tongue. It is not making friends and influencing people, that is flattery. Leadership is lifting a person's vision to higher sights, the raising of a person's performance to a higher standard, the building of a personality beyond its normal limitations."
~ Peter F. Drucker 

Add Value to Yourself

Did you know that where you are today is a result of the value you have added to yourself? The amount of money that comes to you is dependent on the value you add to yourself. For example, you can add value to your self by learning something new like playing a guitar,keyboard or learning some IT skills.

You see, the value you add to yourself co-measures with what you get in life.Knowledge is cheap and its available to everyone.Don't remain where you are. Refuse the status quo and reach for excellence.

As you go about your daily activities, always remember that just as the level of your value will determine your level in life, the lack of it will keep you in back seat of life.
I'll see you on top. Cheers