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Psalms 65. Praise and Thanksgiving. Praise to God for His Salvation and Providence

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Psalms 65. Praise and Thanksgiving. Praise to God for His Salvation and Providence

To the chief Musician, A Psalm and Song of David

1 Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in Sion: and unto thee shall the vow be performed. 2 O thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come. 3 Iniquities prevail against me: as for our transgressions, thou shalt purge them away. 4 Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple. 5 By terrible things in righteousness wilt thou answer us, O God of our salvation; who art the confidence of all the ends of the earth, and of them that are afar off upon the sea:

6 Which by his strength setteth fast the mountains; being girded with power: 7 Which stilleth the noise of the seas, the noise of their waves, and the tumult of the people. 8 They also that dwell in the uttermost parts are afraid at thy tokens: thou makest the outgoings of the morning and evening to rejoice. 9 Thou visitest the earth, and waterest it: thou greatly enrichest it with the river of God, which is full of water: thou preparest them corn, when thou hast so provided for it. 10 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly: thou settlest the furrows thereof: thou makest it soft with showers: thou blessest the springing thereof. 11 Thou crownest the year with thy goodness; and thy paths drop fatness. 12 They drop upon the pastures of the wilderness: and the little hills rejoice on every side. 13 The pastures are clothed with flocks; the valleys also are covered over with corn; they shout for joy, they also sing.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalms 64. A prayer for protection. Oppressed by the wicked but rejoicing in the LORD.

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Psalms 64. A prayer for protection. Oppressed by the wicked but rejoicing in the LORD

To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David

1 Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer: preserve my life from fear of the enemy. 2 Hide me from the secret counsel of the wicked; from the insurrection of the workers of iniquity: 3 Who whet their tongue like a sword, and bend their bows to shoot their arrows, even bitter words: 4 That they may shoot in secret at the perfect: suddenly do they shoot at him, and fear not. 5 They encourage themselves in an evil matter: they commune of laying snares privily; they say, Who shall see them? 6 They search out iniquities; they accomplish a diligent search: both the inward thought of every one of them, and the heart, is deep.

7 But God shall shoot at them with an arrow; suddenly shall they be wounded. 8 So they shall make their own tongue to fall upon themselves: all that see them shall flee away. 9 And all men shall fear, and shall declare the work of God; for they shall wisely consider of his doing. 10 The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall trust in him; and all the upright in heart shall glory.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalm 63. Longing For God. Joy In The Fellowship Of God

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Psalms 63. Longing for God. Joy in the fellowship of God

A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah

1 O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; 2 To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.

3 Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee. 4 Thus will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name. 5 My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; and my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips: 6 When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches.

7 Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice. 8 My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me. 9 But those that seek my soul, to destroy it, shall go into the lower parts of the earth. 10 They shall fall by the sword: they shall be a portion for foxes. 11 But the king shall rejoice in God; every one that sweareth by him shall glory: but the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalms 62. Confidence in God’s protection. A calm resolve to wait for the salvation of God

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Psalms 62. Confidence in God’s protection. A calm resolve to wait for the salvation of God

To the chief Musician, to Jeduthun, A Psalm of David

1 Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation. 2 He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved. 3 How long will ye imagine mischief against a man? ye shall be slain all of you: as a bowing wall shall ye be, and as a tottering fence. 4 They only consult to cast him down from his excellency: they delight in lies: they bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah. 5 My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. 6 He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. 7 In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.

8 Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah. 9 Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity. 10 Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them. 11 God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. 12 Also unto thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy: for thou renderest to every man according to his work.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalm 61. A Prayer For Protection. Assurance Of God’s Eternal Protection

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Psalms 61. A prayer for protection. Assurance of God’s eternal protection

To the chief Musician upon Neginah, A Psalm of David

1 Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer. 2 From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. 3 For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. 4 I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. 6 Thou wilt prolong the king’s life: and his years as many generations. 7 He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him. 8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Keeping Your Body Safe From Sexual Abuse

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Keeping your body safe from sexual abuse

 

 

 

 

 

 

Children Series Part 5[8+]

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ruth’s Story

I really liked my lesson teacher, Uncle Joe because he teaches me very well. He first touched my laps one evening when we were alone in the reading room. I looked at him with surprise. At first I taught it was a mistake. But the act continued and he even brushed my breast with his hands. I then knew this was getting out of hand. I told him to stop it, but he looked at me and asked, “Are you not enjoying it? I remembered being told that my body belongs to me and I have the right to reject any touch that makes me feel uncomfortable. I warned him never to touch me again, but he continued. Then I ran out of the room and told my mum.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Private Body Parts

Some parts of your body are private, meaning they should not be touched without any good reason.

The Boy’s private part is called penis, while Girls have two private body parts namely: Breast and Vagina.

But boys and girls have anus, buttocks and laps.

For girls, you have a right to say “NO!” to anyone who wants to touch your vagina, breasts, anus, laps and buttocks.

For boys, you have a right to say “NO!” to anyone who wants to touch your penis, buttocks, laps and anus.

They are special parts of the body that are covered for privacy, that’s why they are called “Private Body Parts”. You have all the right to say “NO!” to any adult, friend or grown-up who wants to touch any of your private body parts except when a doctor is doing a medical examination on you. But if it hurts, let the doctor know how you feel.

You also have a right to say “NO!” when a grown-up wants to hug, carry or kiss you. If you do not feel comfortable, you can courteously refuse hugging or kissing anyone.

There are two types of touches:

Normal Touches

When someone touches you, you will get a feeling inside e.g. A hug from mummy when you come back from school, or when you do something good. A handshake is also a good touch. Normal touches are not harmful.

Abnormal Touches

This touch makes you feel bad, uncomfortable and scared. A touch is abnormal when a grown-up touches your private parts making you feel funny. You don’t have to keep it a secret when someone gives you an abnormal touch; because your body belongs to you. It is also an abnormal touch if anyone forces or asks you to touch him or her, say “NO!” to whoever gives you a bad touch. Tell the person “I don’t like it!” and the touching must stop immediately.

If the person continues, call for help and get away from him or her. Scream as loud as you can. You will not be punished for shouting. Get help and tell a trusted adult. Never stay alone with that person again.

It is unsafe to play “The Touch Games” with grown-up or anyone at all. These are games played using parts of the body. Tell the adult you don’t like such games.

Your body is precious and belongs to you.

Keep it safe!

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

 

 

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Three Reasons Why You Need Jesus Christ

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Three Reasons Why You Need Jesus Christ

Jesus desires to have a relationship with you, and to give you a life full of joy and purpose, because He loves you.

Why do you need Him in your life?

  • You Have A Past: You cannot go back to your past, but He can. The Bible says, “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). He can walk into those places of sin and failure, wipe the slate clean and give you a new beginning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • You Need A Friend: Jesus knows the worst about you, yet He believes the best. Why? Because He sees you not as you are, but as you will be when He gets through with you. What a friend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • He holds the future: Who else are you going to trust? In His hands you are safe and secure – today, tomorrow, and for eternity. His word says, “For I know the plans I have for you….plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray I will listen” (Jeremiah 29:11-13)

 

 

 

 

 

If you would like to begin a personal relationship with Jesus today, please pray this prayer:

LORD Jesus Christ,

 

 

 

I am sorry for the things I have done wrong in my life. I ask Your forgiveness and now turn from everything which I know is wrong. Thank You for dying on the cross for me to set me free from my sins. Please come into life and fill me with Your Holy Spirit and be with me forever. Thank you LORD Jesus, Amen!

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalms 55. The prayer of someone betrayed by a friend. Trust in God concerning the treachery of friends

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Psalms 55. The prayer of someone betrayed by a friend. Trust in God concerning the treachery of friends

To the chief Musician on Neginoth, Maschil, A Psalm of David

1 Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself from my supplication. 2 Attend unto me, and hear me: I mourn in my complaint, and make a noise; 3 Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me. 4 My heart is sore pained within me: and the terrors of death are fallen upon me. 5 Fearfulness and trembling are come upon me, and horror hath overwhelmed me. 6 And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest. 7 Lo, then would I wander far off, and remain in the wilderness. Selah. 8 I would hasten my escape from the windy storm and tempest.

9 Destroy, O Lord, and divide their tongues: for I have seen violence and strife in the city. 10 Day and night they go about it upon the walls thereof: mischief also and sorrow are in the midst of it. 11 Wickedness is in the midst thereof: deceit and guile depart not from her streets. 12 For it was not an enemy that reproached me; then I could have borne it: neither was it he that hated me that did magnify himself against me; then I would have hid myself from him: 13 But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance. 14 We took sweet counsel together, and walked unto the house of God in company. 15 Let death seize upon them, and let them go down quick into hell: for wickedness is in their dwellings, and among them.

16 As for me, I will call upon God; and the LORD shall save me. 17 Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice. 18 He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle that was against me: for there were many with me. 19 God shall hear, and afflict them, even he that abideth of old. Selah. Because they have no changes, therefore they fear not God. 20 He hath put forth his hands against such as be at peace with him: he hath broken his covenant. 21 The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords. 22 Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. 23 But thou, O God, shalt bring them down into the pit of destruction: bloody and deceitful men shall not live out half their days; but I will trust in thee.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalms 54. A prayer for protection from enemies. Answered prayer for deliverance from adversaries

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Psalms 54. A prayer for protection from enemies. Answered prayer for deliverance from adversaries

To the chief Musician on Neginoth, Maschil, A Psalm of David, when the Ziphims came and said to Saul, Doth not David hide himself with us?

1 Save me, O God, by thy name, and judge me by thy strength. 2 Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth. 3 For strangers are risen up against me, and oppressors seek after my soul: they have not set God before them. Selah.

4 Behold, God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul. 5 He shall reward evil unto mine enemies: cut them off in thy truth. 6 I will freely sacrifice unto thee: I will praise thy name, O LORD; for it is good. 7 For he hath delivered me out of all trouble: and mine eye hath seen his desire upon mine enemies.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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Psalms 53. Human wickedness. Folly of the godless and the restoration of Israel

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Psalms 53. Human wickedness. Folly of the godless and the restoration of Israel

To the chief Musician upon Mahalath, Maschil, A Psalm of David

1 The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. Corrupt are they, and have done abominable iniquity: there is none that doeth good. 2 God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God. 3 Every one of them is gone back: they are altogether become filthy; there is none that doeth good, no, not one. 4 Have the workers of iniquity no knowledge? who eat up my people as they eat bread: they have not called upon God. 5 There were they in great fear, where no fear was: for God hath scattered the bones of him that encampeth against thee: thou hast put them to shame, because God hath despised them. 6 Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! When God bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad.

May GOD bless Nigeria, America and Israel and take care of us; May GOD make His face shine upon us, And be gracious to us; May the LORD lift up His countenance upon us, And give us peace, In Jesus Christ Name, we pray! Amen!

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