YOU’RE NOT A LOSER!

(Christians Don’t Fail)

TO THE BIBLE: 3 John 1:2 KJV

“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.”

LET’S TALK

Shawn had a loser’s mentality. Whenever he was called upon to work on a project or make a presentation, he always backed out because he felt it would all end in a fiasco. The image he had of himself was one of a flop and this affected his academics and the way he related with his friends. He had come to accept failure as a part of his life.

Do you ever find yourself thinking like Shawn sometimes? You shouldn’t, because as a Christian, failure is inconsistent with your nature. The “failure mentality” is not from God; it’s from the devil. Psalm 138:8 says, “The LORD will perfect that which concerns me….” Glory to God! This shows that the Lord is much more interested in your success than you could ever be. He’s perfecting your life, and ensuring that you have success in everything you do.

This is why it’s impossible for you to be a flop! Get a hold of this truth in your spirit, and let it work in your mind. Everything you do will surely turn out a success!

Go Deeper: Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 1:6

Speak

I reject failure. I am a success, and it’s evident in everything I do!

Act

Are there some projects you put aside because you felt they might not turn out right? Get back to working on them again.

JUST LIKE JESUS

(Choose To Live Like The Master)

TO THE BIBLE: Ephesians 5:1 TLB

“Follow God’s example in everything you do just as a much loved child imitates his father”

LET’S TALK

A long time ago, I made up my mind to be like Jesus in everything, because He’s my Hero. I copy Him, because He’s the One I choose to be like. Think about this: Jesus touched lepers, and instead of being infected with their chronic disease, His touch healed and cleansed them! This was unacceptable to the Pharisees, Sadducees, and doctors of the Law of His day; in their religiosity, they kept away from lepers and taught the people to do likewise.

To be a Christian doesn’t mean walking on tiptoe, acting all weird and religious. It means to be like Christ. A Christian has an attitude of dominion over sin, darkness, disease, and infirmity. He lays his hands on the sick and they recover (Mark 16:16-18). This is the life of righteousness!

The Pharisees wore long robes and practiced religion to the letter, but they had no power. Jesus wasn’t a “religious” person, but He had power. He came to set the captives free. He came to show us who the Father is, and how to live holy lives. He didn’t just go into sinners’ homes to dine with them; He forgave them their sins and saved them. What a man Jesus was! I prefer to be like Him. What about you?

Go Deeper: Mark 3:14-15, Luke 9:1-2

Pray

Father, you’ve given me the power to do your works and to get your kind of results. I trust in the power of your Spirit who works in me mightily, enabling me to bring forth fruits of righteousness in an ever- increasing measure. My life will never be barren but full of things that are pleasing to you, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Act

List five (5) things Jesus did while He was on earth, with at least two (2) scripture references for each.

“THE GOOD OLD DAYS?”

(Celebrate The Hope of A Better Future)

TO THE BIBLE: Ecclesiastes 7:10 MSG

“Don’t always be asking, “Where are the good old days?” Wise folks don’t ask questions like that.”

LET’S TALK

Do you know most of the things we see today in the nations of the world are harvests of the decisions that were made in years gone by? The state of a nation today is, more often than not, a product of the choices, decisions, and actions of past governments.

For many, their national anniversary has become a time to reflect on the past and wish for “the good old days.” Many wonder how the state of their economies remains comatose after so many years of self-determination. Well, it may be a fact that your nation has been dominated by governments that have been indifferent to the needs of its people, but you have to make a personal choice to move forward from that. Rather than join the band of critics, naysayers, and rabble-rousers blaming and fighting their governments over the state of affairs in the country, I challenge you to be a solution-provider.

Create around you a joyful atmosphere for change, as you celebrate the hope of the glorious future that lies ahead. No matter the state of your nation today, it’s important that you celebrate its progress thus far, and help to move it forward through your positive action. Be glad about the opportunities you have to make a change, and take advantage of them. If we all make the right and proper investments with the time we have today, we will reap the harvest of a more prosperous tomorrow. That hope of a better future is in itself worth celebrating.

Go Deeper: Proverbs 4:18, Philippians 3:13_­­­

Pray

Blessed heavenly Father, I thank you for anointing my eyes to see great opportunities of service around me. Through me, my nation is positioned for success and greatness as I recognize the human needs around me, and reach out to meet those needs, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Acts

Write a short article about your country, stating the positive things about her and the opportunities that are available to make

CHOSEN OUT OF THE WORLD

(You Live By A Different Set OF Rules)

TO THE BIBLE: Romans 8:28 NIV

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

LET’S TALK

The systems of this world have been programmed to fail, but you have been chosen by God out of this world (John 15:19). Therefore, ride above them and refuse to play by their rules.

Recognise that no system of government can work to your disadvantage if you function by God’s Word. The Bible says, “If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land” (Isaiah 1:19). There may be much evil in the land, but if you hearken to the Lord’s instructions; only the good in the land will be your lot. The God who commanded light to shine out of darkness (2 Corinthians 4:6) can cause you to prosper in the midst of very austere times. He did it for Isaac (Genesis 26:1-14), and He can do the same for you.

It’s a fact that the economic, political, and social systems of today’s world are defective, but they’ll still work for your good and to your advantage. That’s because all things (with the exclusion of nothing) are functioning together for your good. This simple, yet powerful truth will change your life once you let it dominate your thinking. There’s no one with a policy or system powerful enough to stop your prosperity and victory. Stay conscious of this truth and your progress will be unstoppable.

Go Deeper: Hebrews 4:10, 2 Peter 1:3

Speak

I’m not of this world; I’ve been chosen out from among the masses. All things are working together for my good. I ride above the social, political and economic systems of this world through faith, and by the power of God’s Spirit! I have overcome the world.

Act: Meditate on these scriptures:

1. Psalm 1:1-3
2. Mark 11:22-24
3. Luke 6:38.

Acquaint yourself with these principles of success and prosperity from God’s Word.

PRAY BECAUSE GOD ANSWERS

(Don’t Allow Unbelief To Stop You From Praying)

TO THE BIBLE: Luke 11:9-10 RSV

“And I tell you, Ask, and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For every one who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.”

LET’S TALK

You prayed concerning an issue, and you’re expecting an answer. But days have turned into weeks, weeks into months, then it’s almost a year and you begin to ask yourself, “Did God really hear me when I prayed? If He did, why hasn’t He answered?” The truth is, He wouldn’t ask you to pray if He wasn’t going to answer. God heard and answered you, but you didn’t receive what you asked for, because of unbelief!

As a Christian, it’s your God-ordained right to receive answers when you pray according to His Word (John 15:16). But if you pray with doubt in your heart, you’re not going to receive anything (James 1:6-8). The problem isn’t with God but on the receiving end. It takes faith to receive from God, because the Scripture says, “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Hebrews 11:6). Besides that, as one who is born again, you’re the righteousness of God (2 Corinthians 5:21). And God cannot “not” answer you when you pray because He hears the prayer of the righteous (Proverbs 15:29).

So, now that you know it’s God’s desire to answer you whenever you pray, ensure that you don’t pray wrongly or in doubt, but in faith and in line with His Word. Also, when you’re done praying, remember to thank Him, knowing that He’s heard and granted you your request.

Go Deeper: Mark 11:24, James 4:3, 1 John 5:14-15

Pray

Dear Father, I rejoice to know that your ears are always attentive to my prayers. I boldly make my requests known to you, with the confident assurance that you’ll grant all of them, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Act

Go ahead and make that request of yours, asking in faith with no doubt in your heart.

HE’S ON YOUR TEAM

(You Won’t Be Swallowed Up)

TO THE BIBLE: Psalm 124:1-3 TLB

“If the Lord had not been on our side (let all Israel admit it), if the Lord had not been on our side, we would have been swallowed alive by our enemies, destroyed by their anger.”

LET’S TALK

The Lord can solve whatever challenges you may be facing right now, no matter how difficult they seem. Maybe you’re experiencing a problem with your studies in school, and you “feel” swallowed up. Or perhaps, you feel confused, not knowing what to do about that nagging situation in your family. It’s as if the devil has gotten hold of you and has you drowning. Don’t despair! The Lord is with you to bring you out of that trouble.

The Bible says, “The righteous face many troubles, but the LORD rescues them from each and everyone” (Psalm 34:19 NLT). All you have to do is to put your trust in God. Don’t give up. God has made a way of escape for you, and you’re coming out on top of that situation.

Ordinarily, problems could swallow you, but God’s presence with you makes it impossible. God says, “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you” (Isaiah 43:2). This is God’s solemn vow to you. This should give you great confidence and assurance that He’ll never allow anyone or anything swallow you up (Psalm 124:6). He’s strong and on your side to help you and bring you out today.

Go Deeper: Psalm 32:7, Jeremiah 15:21

Speak

No weapon formed against me will prosper, and every tongue that rises against me in judgment is condemned already. I’ve got perfect knowledge of every situation and every circumstance that I come up against, and I’ve got the wisdom of God to overcome them.

Act

Talk to the Lord; tell Him your heart’s desire and expect that there will be a positive change.

YOU CAN GET HARVEST ANYTIME

(Decide When You Want Your Harvest To Come)

TO THE BIBLE: Genesis 8:22

“While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, winter and summer, and day and night shall not cease.”

LET’S TALK

Some people think the scripture above reads, “While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest time…shall not cease.” But that isn’t what the Lord says. To say “seed time and harvest time” suggests that there’s a specific time of sowing as well as a specific time of harvest. But the idea given to us in Genesis 8:22 where it says “seedtime and harvest” is that harvest is anytime. In other words, you might as well consider today the set time for your harvest!

As a child of God, you play by a different set of rules, so your harvest ought to come in ways that are supernatural. For example, the Bible says that Isaac sowed during a famine (a time when it was naturally impossible for seeds to grow) and yet received in the same year a hundredfold (Genesis 26:12-13). That’s how it ought to be in your life.

Go ahead and sow your seed now, and expect the Lord to bless and multiply it back to you. This is the set time for your harvest!

Go Deeper: Ezekiel 36:29-30 MSG, CEV

Speak

I call forth right now a harvest of all my seeds sown. I declare that for every seed I sow, my harvest comes speedily in the Name of Jesus. None of my seeds shall fail to produce the expected harvest, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Act

Sow a seed today; it may be a seed of kindness, prayer or a money-seed. When you do, immediately expect your supernatural harvest.

NO MORE SUFFERING

(God’s Glory Has Come, So Stop Suffering)

TO THE BIBLE: 1 Peter 1:11

“Searching what, or what manner of time, the Spirit of Christ who was in them was indicating when He testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ and the glories that would follow.”

LET’S TALK

Jesus didn’t suffer and die for nothing; He was scourged with those terrible Roman whips, spat on, slapped, beaten, and finally crucified on the cross for you and me. He was a sacrifice. While all that was going on, He had only one thing on His mind: the glory that should follow His suffering and death. We’re the beneficiaries of His vicarious sacrifice.

Therefore, you have absolutely no reason to suffer another day in your life! You don’t have to be broke, sick or sad anymore, because the glory has come!

Now, not only did God call you to walk in His glory, He also went a step further by making you His glory (2 Corinthians 3:18). So you see, Jesus didn’t suffer for nothing; all He suffered and endured was so you and I could become the glory that followed. This is your set time to walk in the glory, beauty and perfection of God.

It’s your time to say “no” to the down-life, and choose the life of victory and unending success.

Go Deeper: Colossians 1:27, 2 Corinthians 4:6-7

Pray

Dear Father, thank You for sending Jesus to suffer in my place and bring me into the life of glory. I declare that my life is for the glory of God. I not only walk in your glory, I manifest it to my world every day, in the Name of Jesus. Amen.

Act

Henceforth, refuse anything that isn’t to the glory of God; refuse sickness, sin, failure, lack and death. Live the glorious life in Christ!

You Are An Offspring Of God

Meditation, the mirror principle, used in elucidating Christianity at ‘An Evening with the Word’.

You have to learn to meditate on the word until you are completely inundated with the thoughts of God!”

This video starts out with the man of God describing the gulf of distance caused by not meditating on the word of God. He explains this situation as someone trying to catch up with the Word, where in reality, the word should be living in you. “That’s Christianity,” Pastor Chris summarized.

He further taught that the Christian is a product, an offspring of the word.

Find more of the realities of Christianity in the featured video from the Evening with the Word with Pastor Chris.

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