Is it possible to encounter a painful season in a harvest? Indeed, we as believers acknowledge that there are times when God will allow us to go through a painful season so He can birth something new inside. The outcome of such an experience is the central purpose of God for you. Yes, never be discouraged if you go through something you don’t understand, in particular when such a season comes with pain. Such a painful season is a harvesting tool,…
*1.* “Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases. I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.” *2* “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.” *3* “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” *4* “In him we have…
Yes, the compassion of God makes His plan for you an unstoppable arrangement because He predefined things to serve His Sovereign will for you. For example, Jonah knew that God should surely yield to His compassion when His people repent of their sins and return to Him (Jonah 1-4). Nothing could take away from you what God gives you by His Compassion. Don’t take this for granted. You must never forget that God’s plan remains unstoppable. Because His Sovereign will…
It’s not difficult to imagine that our life depends on the choices we make. We have our own will to decide to do what we need. To a point, it is the case that we determine the course of our life. However, that is not the only element. God has a conditional will; yes, these are things He does in light of regardless of whether we use sound judgment. Be that as it may, He additionally has a Sovereign will….
*1.* “I speak as to sensible people; judge for yourselves what I say.” *2* “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” *3* “But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.” *4* “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your…
Yes, we are surrounded by sceptics, so the emphasis should be nonetheless not on trying to defend God! God is ever-present to humanity and beyond. I encourage believers to explain God to people as He explains Himself in His Word. God describes Himself in the Bible, and it’s believers’ responsibility to give the world to God’s Word, open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light.
A commitment of personal review and objective engagement will reveal among many things that the answers or solutions to our problems are not found in whatever principles or in positive confession and positive system of beliefs, but in developing a redemptional relationship with God the Father through His Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Notably, I refer to ‘positive’ and not ‘proper’. Principles could indeed remain positive, but the propensity should be adequately anchored. Listen to the great Apostle Paul, and…
*1.* “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” *2* “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” *3* Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” *4* “Do not be anxious about anything,…
Your now could be challenging, regardless of how huge the impediment, regardless constraints have dialled you back in the past-realise that your tomorrow is excellent and in God’s grasp! I say to you, regardless of your story, God is heeding for your great future. Friend, no matter how big the setback, no matter what restraints have slowed you down in the past, know that your tomorrow is good and in God’s hands! No matter your story, God is writing for…
Whenever the inconvenience isn’t changing, what you don’t understand is that God is utilising the deterrent to transform you. You are developing, getting more grounded, learning persistence. Here is the key: When the obstacle is not changing, you should realise that God uses the obstruction to improve you. You are growing, getting stronger, learning patience. Therefore, “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and…