LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF PSALM 18:17 (NIV)


"He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from my foes, who were too strong for me."




10 KEYS YOUR STRONG ENEMIES WILL TEACHING YOU .

1.Fear of God - If there is anything I have learnt from God through my strong enemies , is the fear of God .Why? I see how vulnerable I am without God . If God should take His eyes off me for a second .I know I would be gone that very instant . To tell you the truth , it is not as if I don't get tempted to sin , but that thought that it will get me into trouble keeps me off .If God should allow it , I tell you one truth , the enemy is not tired of attacking you even for a whole day. why? they enjoy seeing you oppressed. Prov 16:7(Amp)" When a man’s ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him."
2.Trust -From experience and from my walk with the Holy Spirit , I have come to realise this truth . that trust grows more in adversity than in victory . because in adversity you don't have any option but to trust Him . And that trust will be tested by your strong enemies , when they launch an attack against you .Matt 7:25 "And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock."
3.The attacks of the enemy is what drives your quest for more knowledge . Why ? you anxious to look for a way out of the persecutions and consistent attacks . And as a believer , you only have one option. GOD .Jer 29:12(NIV)"Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you."
4.Self Control - I learnt this one from them well . a good one . Why? Satan would always use them to provoke you always . the witches , those that he can easily use to stir up your anger .But this is the benefit , in the process of time , when you see you are not getting anywhere with quick provocation ..lol .you begin from that point to learn self control via the help of the holy Spirit.Because you can never get it right without His help .John 14:26(Amp)"But the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, Whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will cause
you to recall (will remind you of, bring to your remembrance) everything I have told you."
5.The enemy will teach you patience-Now watch - until you learn what God is trying to use them to teach you "patience" you will keep repeating that class .And the good thing about this class  is, this is who your father is even with them (your enemy), He is still patient , hoping they would repent and turn to Jesus . 2 Peter 3:9 (Amp)"The Lord does not delay and is not tardy or slow about what He promises, according to some people’s conception of slowness, but He is long-suffering (extraordinarily patient) toward you, not desiring that any should perish, but that all should turn to repentance."
6. Bridled tongue - wow , this one got me into trouble with them in the past . I learnt in spiritual warfare what you say can be use against you , so those joking words we speak at times like " I am dying " "I am so broke" I don't try it . Is too risky . those agents of darkness and the demons around us are all waiting for a believer to slip , so they can use his/her words against them. Prov 13:3 "He who guards his mouth keeps his life, but he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin."
7.Spiritual boldness to me comes from your knowledge of the word , which is put to test in battle . the more you use the word in spiritual warfare , the more bold you become in their presence . Prov 28:1(Amp)"The wicked flee when no man pursues them, but the [uncompromisingly] righteous are bold as a lion."
8. Prayer - I want to believe today , that if not for our many enemies , prayer would have gone into "oblivion".lol ..I tell you . I mean , when God says pray , we won't, why ? Jesus has already paid the price for it" will be our excuse. hmm.. Even Jesus had no option but to pray when he was faced with persecutions . Luke 22:44 (NIV)"And being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground."
9. Sacrifice - I don't know about you , but I learnt how to sacrifice things I love to God because I was tired of the attacks , persecutions etc,. I needed a change . so I learnt from David in scripture and King Solomon , father Abraham and from testimonies of my brothers and sisters in chirst . . Gen 22:2 (NLT)"Take your son, your only son--yes, Isaac, whom you love so much--and go to the land of Moriah. Go and sacrifice him as a burnt offering on one of the mountains, which I will show you."
10.Appreciating God - when you see the number of enemies after you , you would get use to thanking Him every time He rescues you from them and from then on , even without their attacks you are now used to that way of life . just thanking Him for His mercies and all He has done . Thank Him now and just appreciate Him, If He has given you the grace to read this , there is still hope for you . it is not over !! Luke 21:13 (Kjv)"And it shall turn to you for a testimony." in Jesus name , Amen.


Prayer : Father deliver me now from enemies too strong for me in Jesus name , amen.



you are blessed.!

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF JOHN 21:15 (NLT)




"After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?" "Yes, Lord," Peter replied, "you know I love you." "Then feed my lambs," Jesus told him."





10 PERSONAL REASONS WHY I LOVE JESUS/HOLY SPIRIT .



NB: Before you read this my 10 points why I love Jesus/Holy Spirit . key into this ..see yourself as the one telling me this story because He loves you the same way too . If you find the time to know Him more like I did . Enjoy it ..Love you  .




1. He is not just My Master , He is my friend, confidante who really understands me , I found out .very important. He is always with me always, you don't find people like that in this present kind of world we live in . Even when I am wrong, when I cause Him pain , He never voices it , His silence makes me know that and I adjust myself quickly. He is never in a rush to judge or condemn me .Never . Every thing He does is always with love . At times He even apologies when I feel offended or pained about a thing. Now here is where the catch is ..He does it to teach me humility ....deep humility and He knows it will make me fall in love with Him .Is like a bait .".eat it I know you would want more ". And it just triggers my love for Him the more knowing who He is ... MY MASTER !! Isaiah 30:21(NLT)"Your own ears will hear him. Right behind you a voice will say, "This is the way you should go," whether to the right or to the left."
2. I love Him because i found out His love is so deep and real. 'so true' . He means everything He says . And If He has not granted my request , He makes me know that and He makes me know what and how I should ask for it again or He might say wait for the right time . simple. No stress , no dragging , simply done . John 14:14 "If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it."
3. I found out he is crazily in love with me/ us, but many of His children don't know that yet. So they find it hard to believe Him at times. He loves those who believe Him . I tell you He does ,wow from experience . .John 11:40 (NLT)"Jesus responded, "Didn't I tell you that you would see God's glory if you believe?"
4. So willing and so loving to give us 'anything' good we desire. I don't know about others , but from experience , any time He refuses is because He wants to bless me with something better and He does . Always. Anytime I give Him something , He always respond by giving me something better in return again . Now that is true love . Psalm 37:4NLT)"Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you your heart's desires."
5. He is my biggest intercessor/ mediator., if not for Him, you won't be reading this. I know what He does for me everyday. The enemy I know would have sent me to an early grave , if not for Him . Luke 22:32(NLT)"But I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. So when you have repented and turned to me again, strengthen your brothers."
6. While He is at work in your life, you won't even here him speak, even while we are shouting and complaining, at the end He brings to your knowledge what he has done in and for you. Phil 1:6 (NLT)"And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns."
7. In the world we live in, you can hardly find someone who has your genuine interest at 'heart' but not Jesus. He is very interested in you and me . very well ! .Psalm 121:3"He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber."
8. When I am in pain, He is there, just there in silence giving me His word to encourage me. And I appreciate that a lot .Knowing who my adversary is .John 14:26 (NLT)"But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you."
9. Though He is Jesus , my father and Lord of the universe, yet He has never robbed it on my face. Always acting like any other friend. funny, loving and He cares, at times He would say, lets go out for a drink especially when i am weary and out. He can just say something like 'Tony go and buy your favourite chocolates now and He knows i will definitely laugh when He says that. He is so real and loving. I know my wife and kids are going to experience same too what he has taught me. Amen. Eph 5:25 (NIV)"Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." I say to myself ..that my wife should be ready to hold her ribs ..because this man will  crack those ribs up with joy and laughter . Amen.
10. When I am  in His presence, He makes me to enjoy His 'sweetness'. His word is like  sugar mixed with fresh honey when I speak it .Psalm 119:103 (NLT)"How sweet your words taste to me; they are sweeter than honey.". love , love , love .





Jesus I love you and I am proud to tell the world I love you JESUS !!! Amen.

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF HABAKKUK 2:3 (ESV)



"For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay."




10 KEYS BEHIND THE POWER OF WAITING .



1. Waiting has the power of renewing our strength in the Lord .The importance of our inner strength is to be able to run this salvation race to the very end without giving up on the way .Is not an immediate gratification kind of thing, lest we lose the strength to continue after we have gotten the blessing .Key- After so many victories , David lost the "strength" to go for the next battle and that lead to what Israel is facing today .2 Sam 12: 10 . 2 Sam 11:1 . Key - Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)"But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." .The strength to continue after the victory , is gotten while we wait .Note - is not everyone that is going to be happy with you concerning your victory , many will be very disappointed , so you acquire the needed strength to go through it now while you are waiting . John 9:8(Msg)"Soon the town was buzzing. His relatives and those who year after year had seen him as a blind man begging were saying, “Why, isn’t this the man we knew, who sat here and begged?” .Not everybody was happy that he could now see ."
2.One powerful thing that waiting does -Is it has the power of establishing our peace .most times we fret over things we shouldn't fret about because our trust in God has not grown to that perfect state were we don't even waver anymore . Now here is the key I am trying to bring out - peace have levels , just like an Aeroplane/jet, peace at 30,000 above the clouds is different from the peace you get at 60,000 levels or 90,000 and above . In the midst of a very strong storm , you don't even hear a sound in your heart because of the level of peace (the word ) that has being sown in your heart over the years . That is what waiting does . It establishes your level of peace in Christ . John 16:33(NLT)" have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
3.The power of trust - Is established when we wait on the Lord . Trust is a very vital key to receiving . Why? Waiting brings our trust level to that point , were we can't doubt Him anymore . we just know in our spirit that this "thing" is done . No more doubts about it . It is in our waiting we learn how to trust God at all times .It is established in our waiting .Psalm 62:8 :(ESV)"Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. Selah"
4.The power of confidence - waiting upon the Lord has a way of establishing our level of strong confidence in the Lord . The longer the wait the stronger our confidence becomes . And confidence has the power of unlocking our great and glorious compensation of reward . (the waiting will be adequately rewarded ) glory to God . Heb 10:36 (Amp)" For you have need of steadfast patience and endurance, so that you may perform and fully accomplish the will of God, and thus receive and carry away [and enjoy to the full] what is promised."
5.The spirit of fear - Now here is what the power of waiting does , it has the power to destroy the spirit of fear . The longer the wait ,the more our trust is built , the more our confidence in God is established and the more it flushes away every spirit of fear .Why? we are simply sure God will deliver . Joel 2:32"And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the LORD shall be delivered: for in mount Zion and in Jerusalem shall be deliverance, as the LORD hath said, and in the remnant whom the LORD shall call."
6.The power of Faith - because we have become fearless , faith has no option now but to keep growing and growing until it reaches that level of maturity , when we speak to that "mountain" in our lives and it is done . Joshua didn't just speak to the sun and it stood still on that day . He most have perceived that idea in His heart as a weapon he was going to use one day on the battle field for sometime. And when the time was right (faith level) the opportunity came and he spoke ..it happened as he expected . Joshua 10:12"Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon."
7.The power of self control - Self control is never learnt in a day . People who have the grace to control their anger , forgive those who  hurt them, was never learnt in a day . It took them years of continuous practicing and prayers for them to bring it under perfect divine control . And waiting has the power of putting this in check before the blessing comes (fresh anointing , power , wealth etc) lest you becoome destructive with the power bestowed upon you then like Elijah who was provoked and it lead to the death of 42 ignorant children . 2 Kings 2:24 (ESV)"And he turned around, and when he saw them, he cursed them in the name of the LORD. And two she-bears came out of the woods and tore forty-two of the boys."
8.The power of experience - Waiting brings about a wealth of wisdom , knowledge , divine ideas , solutions to impossible matters . waiting unearths this divine secrets and puts you on top of your game . Daniel , Joseph , David are all case studies here .1 Sam 16:18 ;Daniel 5:12 ;Gen 41:15 (NLT)"Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, "I had a dream last night, and no one here can tell me what it means. But I have heard that when you hear about a dream you can interpret it."
9.The power of the fruits of the Sprits (love joy , peace , longsuffering ,gentleness etc)are brought into perfection/maturity in waiting .By God's grace soon , I would post lessons on how to use all these weapons of the Spirit to fight as a believer . How do you fight a man so full of love and joy and peace to spice it all up . lol...wow ...love you .hahaha. Gal 5:22,23 (Amp)" But the fruit of the [Holy] Spirit [the work which His presence within accomplishes] is love, joy (gladness), peace, patience (an even temper, forbearance), kindness, goodness (benevolence), faithfulness,23 Gentleness (meekness, humility), self-control (self-restraint, continence). Against such things there is no law [that can bring a charge]."
10.The power of Authority - you cannot give a command for something to be done or happen , if you have not being trained in it . if your faith has not being trained for it , your confidence , trust has not being worked upon . It won't move . Jesus gave a command to the fig tree to die and it did . Why? years of preparation . 30 years for a 3 year ministry . Rome was not built in a day the saying goes . It takes years of practice and some hard work . Jesus went up early to the mountain to pray . question ? How early do you get up to pray ? Mark 1:35"Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He got up, went out, and made His way to a deserted place. And He was praying there. " This is what the power of waiting does .Amen.



Prayer : Father teach me how to wait upon you without a doubt in my heart in the name of Jesus , Amen.

You are blessed to win in Jesus name , Amen.

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF ISAIAH 26:3 (NIV)




"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."



10 OPPORTUNITIES TO TRUST THE LORD .

1.When faced with a challenge - You don't fall into self pity , it will only get worse and it will open the door for the enemy to attack you further with depression. See it as an opportunity to trust Him now and key into His peace . Amen. Isaiah 30:15(ESV)"For thus said the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel, “In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.” But you were unwilling,"
2.When everything seems to be falling at every point - Is an opportunity for you to trust Him with your faith again . why? As believers we all live by faith , everything we do is by faith . So we pray by faith and we encourage ourselves again by faith . Here is the key - you pray and trust Him . Now this is what it does if you trust Him at such times . your faith is growing , confidence is being built and your prayer at such moments is becoming effective . Is an opportunity . 2 Cor 4:17(NIV)"For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all."
3.When under severe attack - It is an opportunity to show Him just like the three Hebrew boys in the book of Daniel , that even if you would not save me , I would not still bow down to the devil. There is one thing I know about God , He takes delight when He sees you trust Him. Now here is the opportunity , you trust Him you get paid (rewarded) you go back you lose the reward . Heb 10:38,39" Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him.39 But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul."
4.When the enemy is attacking and bombarding you from everyside with the spirit of discouragement -Simply put ,you are close to your finishing line . Don't fall for that trick . Is an opportunity to act your faith and trust Him now . Here is the key found in the book of Zech 8:13(NLT)"Among the other nations, Judah and Israel became symbols of a cursed nation. But no longer! Now I will rescue you and make you both a symbol and a source of blessing. So don't be afraid. Be strong, and get on with rebuilding the Temple!". Key - fear will attract a curse , trust will bring a rescue . go for the opportunity and trust Him.
5.When your faith is being tested by fire - Key - fire only purifies a believer and it cannot consume you . Why? Isaiah 43:2 says when you go through it , not when you stay in the fire .Here is my key of surviving the fire . I pray more and hold my peace as a weapon , thereby allowing what good the Lord has prepared in the fire to come to me . Job 22:21(ESV)"“Agree with God, and be at peace; thereby good will come to you."
6.When faced with mockery -A Man of God once said "If they don't mock you , how can God make you". See is an opportunity . Cross the bridge and get your miracle . Listen after Jesus was laughed to scorn , the miracle took place . don't fall for the mockery ,is an opportunity now to trust Him, go for the miracle and see beyond your shame . Mark 5:40,41 "And they laughed him to scorn. But when he had put them all out, he taketh the father and the mother of the damsel, and them that were with him, and entereth in where the damsel was lying."Holding her hand, he said to her, "Talitha koum," which means "Little girl, get up!"
7.When the enemy makes you feel your God is a liar -Is an opportunity .Time to change gears and prove the devil wrong . This is the key - we remain steadfast and lock unto the word . Most times , the enemy has seen what is coming and tries to discourage you by every means . Is an opportunity . Trust Him. 1Cor 15:58(NIV)"Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
8.When in doubt - Is an opportunity to trust Him. Why ? His word is what sustains and holds the earth together. (Heb 1:3) So rather than doubt , we trust what holds the earth together .His Word !Psalm 138:2" will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name."
9.A hopeless case - Is an opportunity . Why? He is the God of the helpless. So when the case becomes helpless . Is an opportunity for you to trust God as the God of the helpless. Zep 3:19(NLT)"And I will deal severely with all who have oppressed you. I will save the weak and helpless ones; I will bring together those who were chased away. I will give glory and fame to my former exiles, wherever they have been mocked and shamed."
10.When in face of defeat -two examples from scriptures and I am done . Heb 10:38 (ESV)"but my righteous one shall live by faith, and if he shrinks back, my soul has no pleasure in him.” -If you turn your back you are bound to face the consequences . The three Hebrew boys in the book of Daniel 3:18 braved it and they conquered and where promoted instead .Daniel 3:30(NLT)"Then the king promoted Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to even higher positions in the province of Babylon." Don't turn back !!





Prayer : Father help me to trust you at all times in Jesus name , Amen.







you will win !Amen.

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF PROVERB 18:16 (NIV)



"A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great."


10 SECRETS ABOUT YOUR GIFT OR TALENT


1.Whatver your gift is , was given to you by God to glorify Him . Not you. Matt 5:16 (NIV)"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
2.Never expect immediate gratification from your gift . If not you would be discouraged and give up . The key is this , while you are doing other small jobs to keep yourself going . you focus more on your gift , sharpening your skills in preparation for your D DAY to come . Amen. It will surely come , so never give up on it .Job said something powerful in scripture , he said "I will wait " for my change to come , my opportunity and it came when rather than condemn his friends , he prayed for them , what happened ? there was a turning . Job 42:10"And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before."
3.your gift will only make room for you , when you have prepared yourself for it , not before . The opportunity will surely come when you are ready to go . David prepared himself in the wilderness. Luke 12:47"And that servant, which knew his lord's will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes."
4.Your gift will require seasons of preparation . Is not six months or one year .no, no . Jesus was trained for 30 years for a three year ministry . Joseph was trained for 13 years , Moses was trained for 40 years before the appointed time . All had different assignments , so the years they spent in the wilderness varied. Remember when the time came, God was the one that introduced Jesus and not Him when He spoke. Matt 3:17 (NIV)"And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased."
5.your gift would definitely require your time and focus -If you have a gift and you don't put time and hours into it , you will never get to where your gift would take you . So it would definitely require your time and effort .Eph 5:16 (NASB)"making the most of your time, because the days are evil."
6.While you are sharpening your skills , there is always a God ordained helper in secret watching keenly , without you noticing .until the appointed time , just like David you would be recommended as the best man for the job before the King .1 Samuel 16:18 (NLT)"One of the servants said to Saul, "One of Jesse's sons from Bethlehem is a talented harp player. Not only that--he is a brave warrior, a man of war, and has good judgment. He is also a fine-looking young man, and the LORD is with him."
7. your gift would require money always , to buy materials , calls , information and things you would need to sharpen your skills . All this things don't come with immediate gratification .No o! I call it time of sowing in tears . But don't and never be discouraged . pay day is also coming . Gal 6:9 (NLT) says "So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up."
8.Isolation - most times when God is preparing you , he takes you into isolation , fewer friends and he puts you in a place where the distractions will be less .For John's ministry to become effective , God never started His ministry in the cities of Judea , but in the wilderness . John 3:1 (NLT)"In those days John the Baptist came to the Judean wilderness and began preaching. His message was,".
9.Prayer - consistent and persistent prayers . Why? It simply helps you to know that without Jesus you cannot use that gift to become anything. He gave you as a gift . John 15:5 (NLT)"Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing."
10. Thanksgiving - If you don't appreciate God for the one who has blessed you with the gift , you might lose it , if you begin to take all the glory due to His name , that you are the " man " . Luke 17:18 (NLT)"Has no one returned to give glory to God except this foreigner?"



Prayer : Father bless my gift O lord I pray in the name of Jesus , Amen.



you will win !! Amen.

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF JAMES 1:12 (NIV)

"Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him."


10 KEYS BEFORE YOUR CROWN .


1.Faith - your faith will be tried with fire .At times we get weary with the process  .lol. but it is all part of God's plan to work it out for our good . Psalm 105:19(ESV)" until what he had said came to pass, the word of the LORD tested him."at the end of the day , he was the prime minister of Egypt . correct!! . before the crown your faith will be tested, so don't give up now !
2.Patience - hmm...the quickest way to pass this test , is by learning to become patient on time and just enjoy the ride . If not you will always find yourself complaining . Roms 15:5 "Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus:"
3.Self control - Key- love is not easily provoked . lol..they will provoked you believe me . but get the key before the crown ...God would not want to put His power /blessings in the hands of someone who is always easily provoked by the enemy , It will be too risky for the Kingdom , as Satan will take advantage of it .2 Cor 2:11(NIV)"in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.""
4.Endurance - lol. your endurance level will be tried also before the crown . It strengthens your spirit and brings you into spiritual maturity .Jesus our Master endured His on the cross . so painful . So ours will also be tested .But here is the key to our endurance .Isaiah 40:31 (ESV)"but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."
5.Trust - hmm.. every class you fail you repeat ."personal experience" . your trust in Him at all times must be constant . Is good , because it gives your faith a good platform to shoot up very high .Mark 11:22(Amp)".And Jesus, replying, said to them, Have faith in God [constantly]."
6.Hospitality - your ability to accommodate people when it is not convenient , will also be tried . Is like saying how well can you handle the blessings when it is finally given to you . Are you going to chase the poor out of your house when they come to your door step for help ?. Key - if you are not faithful in small ..how will you be faithful in much. Luke 16:10(Amp)"He who is faithful in a very little [thing] is faithful also in much, and he who is dishonest and unjust in a very little [thing] is dishonest and unjust also in much."
7.your ability to wait on God - how well you can wait on God will also be tried . waiting has its own teaching . There is a level of trust you get to , that you say to your self "I will wait" confidently ". Why? trust has being tried to produce the desired result to wait confidently for it . Roms 8:25(Amp)"He who is faithful in a very little [thing] is faithful also in much, and he who is dishonest and unjust in a very little [thing] is dishonest and unjust also in much."
8.your Love for God will be tried before the crown - How well can you give to God what you love to keep ? hmm..you must pass this test o . God loves them that love Him . period! Prov 8:17(Amp)" I love those who love me, and those who seek me early and diligently shall find me."
9.Giving - how well you can give to God , when it comes to the things of God . His house , brethren and many more . If you are not a giver , you cannot be trusted with the crown . Acts 20:35b"it is more blessed to give than to receive ." says it well .
10.Forgiveness - We all have issues with forgiveness , because of the pain people have cause us. loving people who are too hard to love .lol . but the key is still the same . The word cannot change . forgive like Jesus said 70x 70 .hmmmm ..but I discovered , whatever Jesus teaches , there is always a lesson to learn from it . Is not going to bring you down , but stabilise your spiritual life for the better .That also will be tried "very important" . Why? Jesus did it on the cross , when it was so painful . Luke 23:34(Amp)"And Jesus prayed, Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. And they divided His garments and distributed them by casting lots for them."




Prayer : Father give me the grace to pass through my trials in Jesus name , Amen.



 

you will make it in Jesus name , Amen.!

LIFE LESSONS FROM THE BOOK OF ECCL 9:11b




"I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all."




Identifying divine opportunities , when you see them . 10 keys






1.God's house of worship ( Church) - Is a place of divine opportunity . Why? Is His house . Anything can happen . miracles can take place , healings , word of knowledge and prophecies can come when you lest expect it .The key is we go to church because we always believe that God will come visiting "me" today in church. My day of remembrance. Mal 3:16 "Then they that feared the LORD spake often one to another: and the LORD hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the LORD, and that thought upon his name."
2.Serving a punishment in church for wrong doing - Is a divine opportunity for God to bless you . but many children of God , don't see it that way . many have left the church , they where asked to serve punishment, out of pride . But see the secret key in this thing . Is not the punishment that is the opportunity , but the obedience .Key - Isaiah 1:19" If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:"and Eph 6:1(NIV)" Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right."
3.Evangelism - Is another opportunity , but many of us don't take advantage of it . Evangelism , preaching Jesus is an opportunity for us to be blessed. This one I can confidently say , after you have gone out to preach Jesus , hmm, when you come back to make your request to Him....whoosh !! you will sense His pleasure in your prayers . Ask me ??? John 15:7 (NLT)"But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted!"
4.Offering and Tithes - Is an opportunity for God to turn our finances around , but many children of God are not generous in their giving ,but wait to get the big one first before they give . but that is not faith . it is giving by faith the little first . When we give generously in our time of need , is what moves God more , knowing what we have left with us and tithing is an opportunity for us to secure our finances from the hand of the enemy . Mal 3:11; Mark 11:44(ESV)"For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”
5.Church Project - Is an opportunity if you are seeking a break through in your finances . Take care of God's house and He will take care of your finances . When Jesus was told that the centurion's had built a church for them ..He got up and followed them to see to the request of the centurion. Luke 7:5,6a(Amp)" For he loves our nation and he built us our synagogue [at his own expense].6 And Jesus went with them."
6.Taking care of the poor - Is another big opportunity many believers overlook . You don't wait for the big one to come first before you bless the poor , bless them with the one you have now and their prayers will long after you is the key. 2 Cor 9:14(NIV)"And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you."
7. Sanitation - Taking care of God's house . Is an opportunity . This is how I see it ..we all have many enemies that want us dead for many reasons known to them alone ."lol" . Now when you make yourself useful in God's house , how can God let them take your life . Who would come to His house to clean it when you are not there . He keeps them that are useful in His house , is a key .Hear what God said in the book of Haggai 1:4 (NIV)""Is it a time for you yourselves to be living in your paneled houses, while this house remains a ruin?" Do His own and He will take care of you !
8.Prayer - Is a big opportunity for God to do the absolute impossible in our lives , if only we can pray and not relent . God I tell you can do anything , if you would just be persistent aenough . James 5:16b(Amp)"The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]."
9. Fasting - lol ..ok o, I know we all have a challenge with this one , but the key is, it helps to discipline your flesh and put your emotions under divine control . Paul said in 1 Cor 9:27(Amp)" But [like a boxer] I buffet my body [handle it roughly, discipline it by hardships] and subdue it, for fear that after proclaiming to others the Gospel and things pertaining to it, I myself should become unfit [not stand the test, be unapproved and rejected as a counterfeit]."
10.Giving - Is another opportunity . you can give your time , money , a word of encouragement , a smile . something that will be a blessing to someone . Many people all over the world are committing suicide today , not because they don't have money , but because they felt alone . nobody encouraging anybody . What you give it is written shall return back to you the same way. When you see an opportunity to smile at someone do it . It brings healing . Luke 6:38 (Amp)"For with the measure you deal out [with the measure you use when you confer benefits on others], it will be measured back to you."







Prayer : Father open my eyes to see my divine opportunities in Jesus name , Amen.







you will testify in Jesus name , Amen.