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I will persist till I cross the finish line

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I will persist till I cross the finish line

I know I’m not there yet but one thing I know is that I’m closer than I was yesterday.

Each step takes me closer to the finish line

I live each day on purpose, and make every step count.

I say no to quitters and trust that God will take me there safely.

I live by the Word of God and ignore the words of men.

Jesus pressed on despite the shame and pains.

He looked up to God for strength and moved on till He crossed the finish line.

I see challenges as stepping stones and always pray that God fills my cup each day.

I will not turn back when I see the Red Sea, or run away when I meet Goliath.

I will persist till I cross the finish line.

Posted in HOPE, SOUL FOOD

LIVING IN THE PRESENT

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“You can have more of everything but you can’t have more time.” This is a profound statement. You can have more money, more houses, more cars, more clothes, etc but you can’t have more time. Each one of us has got 24 hours in a day. Whether you choose to use it wisely or not, nothing could be done about it. It is surprising that most people waste time hoping for a better future. The people the world talks about today ceased the opportunities they had. When Zacchaeus heard that Jesus was passing by in Luke 19, he did all he could do that moment. He never said “well! Let me wait when He comes again I would see Him”. He did something that made Jesus called him by his name “Zacchaeus”. He received Grace. Jesus said in verse 9, Jesus said ” salvation has come to this home today”.

My question today is;
ARE YOU LIVING IN THE PRESENT?

Most believers talk about the future when God wants to work in the present. God can wait if you want Him to. For God says,
“At just the right time, I heard you.
On the day of salvation, I helped you.”
Indeed, the “right time” is now. Today is the day of salvation. (2 Corinthians 6:2 NLT). Why do you want to wait for the future when you could have what you want now? The right time is NOW. Put your Faith to work.

Moses’ words when he came before the red sea, and the Egyptians were behind him is a driving force behind my Faith. In the physical, it was a deadly scene. I could say it was a no hope situation. Moses knew the right time for them to move forward was that moment. The people complained But Moses told them “Don’t be afraid. Just stand still and watch the LORD rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again.” (Exodus 14:13 NLT).
I don’t know what you are going through today, I don’t know the time you have set for God to supply your needs. Some people are waiting for the future But if you will believe that God can supply your needs in the “today” of your life, He will do it. He is more than able to do what we ask or think.

When David met Goliath, he believed that God was going to hand Goliath to him that day. Don’t forget that Goliath had been there for forty days. When David came, he knew there was no time to wait. He could have told Goliath “I am going to get ready for you tomorrow”. Instead he said “This day the Lord will hand you over to me, and I’ll strike you down and cut off your head. Today I will give the carcasses of the Philistine army to the birds of the air and the beasts of the earth, and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel.” (1 Samuel 17:46 NIV84)”. Today is the day you have.

God wants to bless you today. He wants to supply your needs according to His riches in glory. Are you ready to receive? Or you are hoping He would do it some day in the future?

What is your dream?

Do you believe God can open doors of opportunities for you today?

He is a miracle working God. Martha thought Lazarus was going to resurrect in the future but Jesus raised him from the dead that day. This is what I believe; No matter what you have set your mind to achieve, with the anointing of God upon your life, you can do it Now. Lazarus came back to life, so I believe you would see life in any dead situation today in Jesus’ Name. Nothing is too late for God, My Father. He makes crooked path straight, He creates path in the sea, dried bones came back to life, the barren gave birth, the hopeless had hope, the faithless had faith, and you are coming out greater and better. Get up and begin to live and believe in the Present. The right time is now.

I will close with this;
Save now, I beseech thee, O Lord: O Lord, I beseech thee, send now prosperity. (Psalm 118:25 KJV)

Posted in FAITH, HOPE, JESUS

STORMS OF LIFE

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I am not comfortable talking about storms because they are not friendly; they cause pains, fear, worries, etc. I have seen how storms killed many, destroyed properties, changed lives from good to bad. To put it briefly, storms are unfriendly. From the scripture, Jesus was walking on the water. Peter asked if he could join, and Jesus accepted. This means that God has given us freedom and Power to do what He did through Jesus. God has enabled us to do extraordinary things on earth. Peter walked on the water But something took his attention; the STORM. He started sinking when his heart was swept away by what he saw. When His focus was on Jesus, all was well.

Storms refer to the negative situations, fear, etc that come our way. They refer to sicknesses, double mindedness, pains, addictions, rejections, etc that Satan throws at us. Storms come to distract us from reaching our divine destination. In Peter’s life, the storm came to stop him from getting to Jesus.  Our attitudes when the pains, fear, sickness, defeat, rejection, etc come are important. We must maintain positive attitude in the midst of storms.

When David faced Goliath, he didn’t focus on the giant. His focus was on God. He saw God as a Supreme Being who has Power to deliver Goliath to him. Any time Satan attacks your family, business, happiness, etc, turn to Jesus. His strength will be your strength, and you will be able to put Satan where he belongs. Stop focussing on the storms, and start practicing the Word. Jesus said in Matthew 7 that ““Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” Paul also said this “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Christ is our strength.

Storms are inevitable. They are weapons Satan uses to shift our focus from Jesus, so that he can attack. As a child of God, when you start to sink, cry for help. The bible says the Name of the Lord is a strong tower, Proverbs 18:10. You will find refuge there. In Hebrews 12:2, we are advised to fix our eyes on Jesus, who is the author and finisher of our faith. Jesus is bigger than cancer, diseases, fear, worry, etc. Don’t cry when Satan attacks your family, school, job, etc. Look to Jesus.

When Satan attacks with his weapons, faith is what you need. In Ephesians, we are told to use the shield of Faith to quench the fiery darts of the devil. Faith believes in advance what only makes sense in reverse. You must exercise your faith to see your victory in Christ.

Storms are not meant to stay forever. In Matthew 14:32. And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down. When you find rest in Christ, every storm will die down.” When Christ is lifted above every situation, He works wonders in life. He must reign over every situation. Keep God the first place and He will take you to places you never imagined.

It is well.

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