Tag: Abraham

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Step Out of Your Tent: Embrace Your Divine Future

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As you journey through life, there are moments when you decide to take a pause. You take some rest, and then continue. However, this hibernation tends to be a redefining moment in a person’s life. What happens during this time is rather astonishing. That is, either one remains in this state much longer than expected, or he/she settles. In effect, we build mental tents and dwell in them. If you have built a tent, you must step out of it. If you have gotten stuck in one, you must also step outside. Only then can you count your stars and connect to your future, your destiny.

Often, we stay too long in the tent and miss the glorious future God has for us.

Your tent can be your past successes or your pains and rejections. It might be a comfort zone or a familiar way of life. It could also be a good enough relationship, etc.

God wants us to live a higher life, as He has placed unlimited resources within us. However, before you can see and move in that direction, like Abraham, we have to step out of our tent.

Today, can you identify a tent that is hindering your progress? Is it preventing you from seeing the promises of God concerning your life? Are you willing to step out? If yes, I pray that God enables you with the courage you need in Jesus’ name.

The LORD directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. (Psalms 37:23, NLT)

You have testimonies to share. Beginning today, even now, believe that your steps are directed by God. Thus, pray, listen, and start. Whatever He shows you as you step out shall come to pass.

God bless you richly. 🙏

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Glorious Days Ahead

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One attribute of God is that He is the God of progression. That is He always takes the next step forward. Anyone who walks with God moves from one level of glory to another, and you are no exception.

In the scripture, Jacob (Israel) left for Egypt when they were but a few in number. Only One, Joseph, went ahead to Egypt before the others joined him but in the end, they grew to millions in some 400 years. This same Egypt, which became a land of torment because they were slaves, was a secured nest or shelter God used to ensure that they were not scattered with time and also to keep His promise to Abraham. Egypt was not a stumbling block but a stepping stone for God’s children.

Today, you may be caught up in some Egypt (a profession, a relationship, a location, a company, a situation, etc). It was a good decision at the time but now it appears that you are caught up in a dungeon with no hope of seeing light. When you consider God’s promises for your life, like Israel, they are far from reach and your faith is gradually drowning in the waters of life.

Life has ways of knocking out your hope for a better tomorrow. Think about; Joseph landing in prison, or Moses running away from royalty, or Israel celebrating freedom only to appear before the red sea, or The Apostles witnessing Jesus’ death when they thought He would be with them longer, or Mandela in prison, or Steve Jobs getting fired from Apple, or Tyler Perry being homeless, or Elon Musk being broke and living on loans from friends, etc.

But regardless of how hard life hits you, remember that your God is the God of progression. He never intended for you to start a journey with Him, then ditch you halfway. His plan is to give you hope and a future. His plan is to help you achieve your purpose in this life. That was why He sent Jesus Christ. He is the orchestrator of the whole creation. The Bible says that without him, nothing was made that was made. That is everything you see was created by Jesus Christ and they revolve around Him. Thus with Him in your life, you have the propensity to create, attract, achieve everything you desire. This Egypt you see is not a stumbling block but a transitory moment.

So stop dwelling on how bad or challenging situations have been and look forward with hope that with Christ, your glory days are ahead of you. Soon you will look back and share your testimony to inspire others. All Glory to God. Amen

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God Answers Prayer 2: Lesson From Abraham’s Servant

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Can you name (just) one thing you have been praying for and it’s kinda like taking forever to receive answer? Why is it taking so long? Could it be about God? or us? or maybe its about how we ask? These are some of the questions that baffled my mind for many years. And frankly, they are genuine questions.

Today, let’s explore Abraham’s oldest servant journey, how he prayed, and the kind of answer he received. I believe it will fill some gaps in your prayer life. The story is in Genesis 24

The Journey

Abraham was very old and sought to find wife for Isaac before he die. So he sent the oldest servant on a mission to find a young woman from among his relative. Abraham assured the servant that God “will send his angel ahead of you, and he will see to it that you find a wife for my son“v7. Abraham believed that God would this because of what He (God) had done in the past.

The servant embarked on his journey and got to the land where Abraham’s brother had settled. The challenge arose because many women were coming to draw water from a well, where he sat with his camels. Notice he needed one young woman who would fit for his master’s son. I believe he had options:
1. Ask for Abraham’s relatives house and inquire from them.
2. Gamble for any young girl since he was at the right place, where he was sent.
3. Do something else.

In the midst of this complex situation, he decided to pray.

How He Prayed:

O Lord, God of my master, Abraham,” he prayed. “Please give me success today, and show unfailing love to my master, Abraham. See, I am standing here beside this spring, and the young women of the town are coming out to draw water. This is my request. I will ask one of them, ‘Please give me a drink from your jug.’ If she says, ‘Yes, have a drink, and I will water your camels, too!’—let her be the one you have selected as Isaac’s wife. This is how I will know that you have shown unfailing love to my master.”

(Genesis 24: 12-14, NLT)
  • Three things to note about his prayer:
    1. He directed it to God, and mentioned Abraham
    2. He knew what he wanted, thus he was definite; no ambiguity
    3. He kept it simple and precise

How did he get answer to His prayer:

The Bible says “before he had finished praying“v15, he saw a young woman coming to draw water. And “running over to her, the servant said please give me a little drink from your jug“v17. Only God knew what was about to happen:

“Yes, my lord,” she answered, “have a drink.” And she quickly lowered her jug from her shoulder and gave him a drink. When she had given him a drink, she said, “I’ll draw water for your camels, too, until they have had enough to drink.” So she quickly emptied her jug into the watering trough and ran back to the well to draw water for all his camels.

(Genesis 24:18-20, NLT)

This young lady did exactly what he had requested from the Lord moments ago. The miracle was that this girl was Abraham brother’s granddaughter.

“The man bowed low and worshiped the Lord. “Praise the Lord, the God of my master, Abraham,” he said. “The Lord has shown unfailing love and faithfulness to my master, for he has led me straight to my master’s relatives.” v26-27

How did this happen? How was this one girl, selected from the lots of young women who came to draw water from the well, able to meet the servant’s requirements, and Abraham heart desire?

The answer is PRAYER.

Abraham had earlier declared that God “will send his angel ahead of you, and he will see to it that you find a wife for my son“v7 so when the servant prayed, God orchestrated the miracle.

3 Things to Consider:

  1. Just as the Servant made reference to Abraham in his prayer, We have Jesus Christ. Jesus said “You can ask for anything in my name, and I will do it, so that the Son can bring glory to the Father. Yes, ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it!” (John 14:13-14, NLT)
  2. Notice Jesus said that “you can ask for anything…“. You don’t need to have special needs before you pray. Consider asking God for direction in your little (daily life) decision…that’s how you can build trust for tough decisions. Anything means ANYTHING. As a child of God, whatever you open your mouth to request would be in line with His will and purpose for your life because His Word abides in you.
  3. When you know what you want, and decide to talk to God, be definite, simple, and precise. Plenty talks make us feel good but mostly are ineffective. Stop beating about the bush and go straight to the point…after all, “your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him!” (Matthew 6:8, NLT)