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The Great Tribulation: A Time of Unprecedented Trouble

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The Last Days. The Tribulation.                                   

Deuteronomy 4:30-31

INTRODUCTION:

The Second coming of Christ is an event that will surely take place after the following:

(I) Rapture

(ii) The Great Tribulation

(iii) The war of Armageddon and

(iv) The Millennial Reign.

After the Rapture of the Church, the scriptures predict that there is going to be a seven years Worldwide troubles called the Tribulation Dan 9:26-27 It is going to be the most awful time in the entire world’s history. Matt 24:21 These are going to be the days in which all calamities, oppression, distress, hopelessness etc predicted by Moses, Joel, Daniel and other prophets as well as those predicted by our Saviour, will meet in one common centre, and are going to be fulfilled in most terrible manner on this generation Luke 21:22. The question arises: Why is God going to allow such a severely perilous time to come upon the World? We shall be discussing these as we progress in this teaching. Zeph 1:14-17. The Great Tribulation is also called the time of Jacob’s trouble: Jer 30: 7, Deut 31:16-18, Dan 9:26, Joel 2:2 Sin is the cause of Jacob’s trouble

OUTLINE 1

What is the Tribulation? 

Tribulation means a time of trouble. There are different kinds of tribulations mentioned in the Bible which refer to hardships, trials and all sorts of sufferings that Believers of Christ may encounter in their lives. Deut 4:30-31, Matt 13:21.

The Bible teaches us that those who follow Christ and God’s words and His commandments may face tribulations. He promises that He will not forsake nor destroy them in times of trials and tribulations. Examples of some who suffered trials and tribulations in the Bible are Joseph, Ruth, Daniel, Jeremiah, Job, Peter and even our Lord Jesus Christ. Each of them experienced forms of suffering, testing their faith and resilience. John 16:33

The Tribulation:

Is a relatively short period of seven years where everyone left behind after the Rapture will face worldwide hardship, persecution, disaster, famine, wars, pains and suffering.

When will it happen?

The tribulation will begin after the rapture of the church (saints) and the revelation of the Antichrist: 2 Thess 2:3-7, Dan 9:20-27. The first three and half years will be the full manifestation of the Antichrist, during which he shall make covenant with Israel. Dan 9:27. The second three and half years will be time of unprecedented trouble. The Antichrist will break the covenant with Israel and practice abominable desolution of the temple. Dan 11:35, Matt 24:15,16.

OUTLINE 2

What are the effects of Tribulation?

Listed below are some of the events that the world will experience during tribulation of the Antichrist.

1.       A period of darkness and gloominess, a day of cloud and darkness. Zeph 1:15 (men will literally work like blind men).

2.       The mountains and Island will move. Rev 6:14

3.       The Oceans will become blood Rev 8:8-9; one third of all the sea life will die. In addition, one third of all the ships will be destroyed.

4.       Freshwater supplies will be affected. They will become bitter and cause many people to die Rev 8:10-11.

5.       Stars of heaven will fall out of the sky to the earth. Rev 6:13

CONCLUSION:

The Tribulation is a time of deception by false teachers, and the Antichrist claiming “I am the Christ”. Nations will rise against nations, wars and rumours of war. A time of global economic devastation, disorder, disease etc. but those who have received Christ as their Lord, and personal Saviour, keeping themselves Holy until He comes, shall be delivered through rapture from the days of Tribulation, until His second coming.

Praise the Lord!

SALIENT POINTS:

Understanding the Tribulation: God’s Judgment and Mercy.

The Day of Darkness: Preparing for the Tribulation.

Jacob’s Trouble: The Seven-Year Tribulation.

The Time of Testing: Enduring the Tribulation.

ADDITIONAL BIBLE VERSES:

CAUSES OF THE TRIBULATION:

1. Sin and rebellion (Romans 3:10-18, Isaiah 59:1-2)

2. Rejection of God’s love and salvation (John 3:36, 2 Thessalonians 2:10)

3. Satan’s influence (2 Corinthians 4:4, Revelation 12:9)

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TRIBULATION:

1. Worldwide chaos and destruction (Matthew 24:21-22, Mark 13:19-20)

2. False prophets and deception (Matthew 24:4-5, 11, 24)

3. Persecution of believers (Matthew 24:9, Revelation 6:9-11)

4. Cosmic disturbances (Luke 21:25-26, Revelation 6:12-14)

5. Economic hardship (Revelation 13:16-17, 18:11-19)

GOD’S PURPOSE IN THE TRIBULATION:

1. Judgment on sin (Psalm 96:13, Isaiah 66:15-16)

2. Refining and purifying believers (Zechariah 13:9, Malachi 3:2-3)

3. Demonstration of God’s power and glory (Exodus 14:4, Ezekiel 39:21)

COMFORT AND HOPE:

1. God’s presence and protection (Isaiah 43:2-3, Psalm 91:1-2)

2. The Rapture and deliverance (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Corinthians 15:50-54)

3. Christ’s return and reign (Revelation 20:4-6, Matthew 24:30-31)

SOME ADDITIONAL VERSES TO EXPLORE:

Daniel 11:36-45 (Antichrist’s actions)

2 Timothy 3:1-5 (perilous times)

Revelation 13:1-18 (Beast’s rise to power)

Isaiah 24:1-23 (global devastation)

Ezekiel 38-39 (God’s judgment on nations)

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

Respect, Honor, and Boundaries

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DISHONOR:

1. If they really love you, they will honor you. DISHONOR leads to dismissal.

2. You cannot sow “DISHONOR” seed & call it a “just being honest” seed. You may not know the difference but your harvest will.

3. If a person disrespects you, no matter how much you love them ,don’t let them DISHONOR you for too long. Know when to walk away.

4. NEVER DISHONOR those that have come before you, even if you disagree with them. DISHONOR is the response of a fool.

5. Disrespect is the quickest way to experience disconnect. Favor is often erased by DISHONOR. Disrespect can turn connection into rejection.

6. Even if you don’t respect a person, it still doesn’t mean you should DISHONOR them. Sometimes honor is deserved, even when respect is not.

7. Social networking sometimes blurs the lines of respect. Its the place where common feels equal to kingship & DISHONOR is often the result.

8. Don’t ever reward DISHONOR with Gifts, Your Time, or Your Attention! Cut it Loose!

9. DISHONOR isn’t always about what you did or said, it can be something you didn’t do or say.

10. When they treat you with DISHONOR, still carry yourself with honor. Don’t give their actions the reaction they are looking for.

Hope this made little sense?

By Pastor Jerry Eze

SALIENT POINTS:

The Power of Honour.

Consequences Of Dishonour.

Honour and Respect: Foundations for Healthy Relationships.

The Importance of Honouring Others.

BIBLE REFERENCES:

If they really love you, they will honour you. DISHONOR leads to dismissal.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (Love is kind, patient, and respectful)

Ephesians 4:32 (Show kindness, compassion, and forgiveness)

You cannot sow “DISHONOR” seed & call it a “just being honest” seed. You may not know the difference but your harvest will.

Galatians 6:7-8 (Reap what you sow)

Proverbs 18:21 (Words have power to build or destroy)

If a person disrespects you, no matter how much you love them, don’t let them DISHONOR you for too long. Know when to walk away.

Matthew 10:14 (Shake dust off your feet)

1 Corinthians 7:15 (Not bound to abusive relationships)

NEVER DISHONOR those that have come before you, even if you disagree with them. DISHONOR is the response of a fool.

Exodus 20:12 (Honor your father and mother)

Leviticus 19:32 (Stand up for elderly)

Disrespect is the quickest way to experience disconnect. Favor is often erased by DISHONOR. Disrespect can turn connection into rejection.

Ephesians 4:29-31 (Do not grieve the Holy Spirit)

Proverbs 15:1 (Gentle answer turns away wrath)

Even if you don’t respect a person, it still doesn’t mean you should DISHONOR them. Sometimes honor is deserved, even when respect is not.

Romans 13:7 (Give honor to whom honor is due)

1 Peter 2:17 (Honor all people)

Social networking sometimes blurs the lines of respect. Its the place where common feels equal to kingship & DISHONOR is often the result.

Philippians 2:3-4 (Do nothing out of selfish ambition)

Proverbs 25:23 (A slanderer spreads discord)

Don’t ever reward DISHONOR with Gifts, Your Time, or Your Attention! Cut it Loose!

Matthew 7:6 (Do not cast pearls before swine)

2 Timothy 3:2-5 (Avoid ungodly people)

DISHONOR isn’t always about what you did or said, it can be something you didn’t do or say.

James 4:17 (Sins of omission)

Proverbs 10:32 (Righteous bring wise words)

When they treat you with DISHONOR, still carry yourself with honor. Don’t give their actions the reaction they are looking for.

1 Peter 3:9 (Do not repay evil with evil)

Proverbs 19:11 (Good sense makes one slow to anger)

ADDITIONAL BIBLE VERSES:

Honour: Romans 12:10, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Respect: Ephesians 5:33, 1 Timothy 5:1-2

Boundaries: Matthew 7:12, Proverbs 22:24-25

Relationships: Matthew 22:37-40, John 13:34-35

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

All Things Work Together for Good. God’s Sovereignty, My Peace.

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Hindsight Is Clearer

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” (Romans 8:28)

The ability to see, with both eyes, an object clearly from twenty feet away is referred to as 20/20 vision. (In Europe, it is called 6/6 since they use a distance of six meters instead of twenty feet.) While not everyone has 20/20 vision, it is often said that hindsight is always 20/20. That is, we may not be able to see everything clearly as it happens, but after the fact we can see things much more clearly.

While hindsight is not always perfect, from a biblical perspective it means that we sometimes have to wait to see what God’s purpose was in allowing something to happen. There are certainly enough biblical examples to prove that premise. Job, Joseph, David, Daniel, Esther, Paul, and others were puzzled at what God allowed to happen in their lives—but soon came to see God’s hand at work. Especially Esther who saved the Jewish people from genocide in Persia.

When God allows circumstances in your life, the purpose of which is not clear, remember the examples and promises of Scripture: “All things work together for good.”

Source: The Daily Encourager

Good morning.

SALIENT POINTS:

  1. Trust in the Unseen
  2. God’s Plan, My Trust
  3. When Purpose is Unclear, Trust is Clear
  4. Faith Beyond the Fog
  5. The Purpose in the Puzzle
  6. Trusting God’s Blueprint
  7. Hope in the Unknown
  8. God’s Goodness in Disguise
  9. According to God’s Purpose
  10. The Goodness in Everything
  11. Divine Providence, Human Trust
  12. God’s Master Plan Unfolds
  13. From Uncertainty to Assurance
  14. Finding Comfort in God’s Word
  15. Biblical Truth for Uncertain Times
  16. Standing on the Rock of God’s Promises

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

Hymn 780. There Is A Land Of Pure Delight.

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There is a land of pure delight

Where saints immortal reign,

Infinite day excludes the night,

And pleasures banish pain.

We’re feeding on the living Bread,

We’re drinking at the fountain head;

And who-so drinketh, Jesus said,

Shall never, never thirst again.

What! never thirst again?

No, never thirst again!

What! never thirst again?

No, never thirst again!

And who-so drinketh, Jesus said,

Shall never, never thirst again!

2:

There everlasting spring abides,

And never withering flowers;

Death, like a narrow sea, divides

his heavenly land from ours.

3:

O could we make our doubts remove

Those gloomy thoughts that rise,

And see the Canaan that we love

With unbeclouded eyes.

4:

Could we but climb where Moses stood

And view the landscape o’er

Not Jordan’s stream, nor death’s cold flood,

Should fright us from the shore.

 SALIENT POINTS:

This is a classic hymn, likely written by Isaac Watts (1674-1748).

BIBLE REFERENCES FOR THE HYMN:

VERSE 1:

John 4:14

“But those who drink of the water that I will give them will never be thirsty. The water that I will give will become in them a spring of water gushing up to eternal life.”

John 6:35

“Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.'”

Revelation 21:4

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; mourning and crying and pain will be no more.”

VERSE 2:

Psalm 46:4

“There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.”

Isaiah 35:1-2

“The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom; like the crocus, it shall blossom abundantly and rejoice with joy and singing.”

1 Corinthians 15:55

“Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?”

VERSE 3:

Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”

Deuteronomy 34:1-4

(Moses’ view of Canaan)

Psalm 121:1-2

“I lift up my eyes to the hills—from where will my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”

VERSE 4:

Deuteronomy 34:1-4

(Moses’ view of Canaan)

Joshua 1:2-3

“Moses my servant is dead. Now proceed to cross the Jordan, you and all this people, into the land that I am giving to them.”

Hebrews 12:22-24

“But you have come to Mount Zion and to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to innumerable angels in festal gathering.”

This Hymn Emphasizes:

1. Eternal life and satisfaction in Christ.

2. Heavenly bliss and the absence of sorrow.

3. Faith and assurance of God’s promises.

4. The hope of entering God’s heavenly kingdom.

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

A Prayer of Thanksgiving.

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Blessed be the name of our Lord, for He is worthy to be praised always for all HIS Benefits unto our lives, therefore Lord Almighty, we thank you, we praise you, we magnify you, we honour you, we lift up your name on high, we reverence you, for you are so great, You always gives us life, health, protection, providence, shelter, success, upliftment, favour.

Lord Almighty our mouths are full of praises and worship and honouring you, be thou exalted and magnified, in the name of Jesus Christ amen,

Father Almighty as we lift up your name Lord we pray that you continue your good work on our lives, Lord as we continue to walk with you, let your presence always be with us, thank you Father Almighty through Jesus Christ our Lord amen

SALIENT POINTS:

  1. Exaltation of the Almighty.
  2. Praising God’s Benefits.
  3. Magnifying the Lord’s Goodness.
  4. Honoring God’s Greatness.
  5. A Heart of Gratitude.
  6. Lifting Up the Name of Jesus.
  7. The Power of Praise.
  8. Thanksgiving and Adoration.
  9. Exalting God’s Majesty.

BIBLICAL REFERENCES

  1. Worthy is the Lamb (Revelation 5:12)
  2. Praise the Lord, O My Soul (Psalm 103:1)
  3. Bless the Lord, O My Soul (Psalm 104:1)
  4. Great is the Lord (Psalm 145:3)
  5. Give Thanks to the Lord (Psalm 107:1)

Psalm 100:4-5

Enter His gates with thanksgiving…”

1 Chronicles 16:8-36

Give thanks to the Lord…”

Revelation 4:11

Worthy are You, our Lord…”

Psalm 92:1-3

It is good to give thanks…”

Isaiah 25:1

O Lord, You are my God.”

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans…”

Romans 8:28

All things work together…”

Psalm 23:4

I will fear no evil…”

Matthew 11:28

Come to Me, all you weary…”

Isaiah 40:31

Those who wait on the Lord…”

May God bless and accept our prayer. Amen!

May God continue to bless, guide, and inspire us. Amen!

REMEMBER:

“Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things which you do not know.” – Jeremiah 33:3

Stay blessed, and keep shining God’s light!

God bless you!

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

Trembling at God’s Word. Receiving God’s Word with Reverence

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Trembling At The Word Of God.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT!!

“….For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the LORD: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my Word…. ” [ISAIAH 66 v 1- 5].

Welcome to a season of New Dawn. Beloved, thank God we gather to study the Word and tremble at it in Jesus name. That’s where the transformation, reformation and regeneration comes from as we hears the Word and applies it in our lives as it brings the miraculous over our situations in Jesus name.

In Daniel 1 v 1 -10,we read about Ashpenaz – the prince of the eunuch. Another striking feature in him was that he feared the King to the extent of not taking lightly any instruction or command from him. You too are in the service of a king, but this time the KING of kings.

To what extent do you fear GOD? Your level of fear of God is not determined by your confession or pretentious acts but by your attitude to His Word in Jesus Christ precious name.

“….For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the LORD: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my Word….” [ISAIAH 66 v 1-5]. God knows exactly how you react to His instructions. There are Christians who receive God’s Word trembling in fear and reverence.

They will immediately write them down and regularly take a look at it as they take steps in obedience. But there are those who take God’s Word or voice with no seriousness.

They do not count it important enough to be written down. They may even trivialize it and before long forget it. How do you receive God’s Word? Do you tremble at His word or discuss away while the word is coming?

In DANIEL 1:5, 10, we are told that there was a daily provision made for those being prepared to stand in the Babylonian Palace. Ashpenaz ensured that nothing short of that provision was daily given to the trainees. When Daniel turned down the provision, Ashpenaz showed great concern.

In the same way, God, the KING of kings has a daily provision, message or word for His children. For each service in Church, there is a message from God. It is the duty of the Pastor-in. -charge to receive that message and deliver it to the congregation.

If you fail to do so, they will have stunted growth and be unable to stand shoulder high with their fellow believers from other churches or ministries. Ashpenaz feared that he could be in danger if the trainees fell short of the expectations of the King.

What care do you show concerning the flocks today? Don’t you know that as a leader who failed to nourish the congregation, your employment with the KING of kings is endangered? Adjust your attitude to God’s word today in Jesus name.

Dear friend, if you tremble at God’s word, enemies, situations and circumstances will tremble at your word in Jesus Christ amazing name and being on top of their influences and control in Jesus name-Amen- Shalom.

SALIENT POINTS:

  1. The Power of Reverence.
  2. Fear of the Lord: The Key to Transformation.
  3. The Attitude of Obedience.
  4. The Fear that Brings Victory.
  5. A Heart that Trembles at God’s Word.
  6. Obedience: The Mark of True Discipleship.
  7. The King’s Expectations.
  8. Adjusting Our Attitude to God’s Word.

BIBLE VERSES:

Psalm 119:161

My heart stands in awe of Your words.

Luke 12:5

Fear Him who, after your body has been killed, has authority to throw you into hell.

2 Timothy 3:16-17

All Scripture is God-breathed.

James 1:22-25

Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves.

Revelation 2:7

Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says.

The Contrite Spirit (Isaiah 66:2)

The Fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7)

Listening and Obeying (Deuteronomy 5:1)

The Power of the Word (Hebrews 4:12)

Servants of the King (Daniel 1:5-10)

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

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Hymn 781. When Jesus comes to reward His servants.

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When Jesus comes to reward His servants,

Whether it be noon or night,

Faithful to Him will He find us watching,

With our lamps all trimmed and bright?

Oh can we say we are ready, brother?

Ready for the soul’s bright home?

Say, will He find you and me still watching,

Waiting, waiting when the Lord shall come?

2:

If, at the dawn of the early morning,

He shall call us one by one,

When to the Lord we restore our talents,

Will He answer thee-well done?

3

Have we been true to the trust He left us?

Do we seek to do our best?

If in our hearts there is naught condemns us,

We shall have a glorious rest.

4:

Blessed are those whom the Lord finds watching,

In His glory they shall share;

If He shall come at the dawn or midnight,

Will He find us watching there?

 SALIENT POINTS:

  1. Watching for the Lord’s Return.
  2. Ready for the Soul’s Bright Home.
  3. Faithful Watching.
  4. The Lord’s Coming.
  5. Watching and Waiting.
  6. Will He Find Us Watching?
  7. Ready for the Master’s Call.
  8. Faithful Servants.
  9. The Day of Reckoning.
  10. Watching for the Dawn.

BIBLE REFERENCES:

  1. The Master’s Return (Matthew 25:1-13)
  2. The Day of Accountability (Romans 14:12)
  3. Watching for the Bridegroom (Matthew 25:1-13)
  4. The Hour of Reckoning (1 Corinthians 4:5)
  5. Prepared for Eternity (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)

BIBLE VERSES:

Matthew 24:42

Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come.

1 Thessalonians 5:2

For you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night.

Luke 12:35-40

Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning.

Revelation 3:3

Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; hold it fast, and repent.

THIS HYMN EMPHASIZES:

  1. Faithfulness
  2. Watchfulness
  3. Readiness
  4. Accountability
  5. Eternal reward

May this hymn inspire and encourage you to remain faithful and watchful for the Lord’s return! Amen

This Hymn Emphasizes:

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

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Please make your donation to this account,

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Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

Hope in the Darkness.

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Hold on to hope! “Joy comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5). Darkness may surround you now, but dawn is breaking. God’s promise is sure. Every night of struggle will give way to a morning of triumph. Don’t lose heart. Weep, but don’t despair. For in the morning, joy, peace, and light will dispel the shadows. Wait for it, trust in it, and rejoice! Morning’s joy is your inheritance. Rise, beloved, and greet the new day with expectation and praise!

SALIENT POINTS:

  1. Morning Joy Ahead.
  2. From Night to Triumph.
  3. Hold On to Hope.
  4. Dawn of New Beginnings.
  5. Faith for the Morning.
  6. When Joy Comes.
  7. Emerging from Shadows.
  8. Promise of Morning Light.
  9. Triumph After Tears.

BIBLE VERSES:

Psalm 30:5

Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”

Isaiah 9:2

The people walking in darkness have seen a great light.”

Matthew 5:4

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”

Romans 8:28

And we know that in all things God works for the good.”

Psalm 23:4

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil.”

2 Corinthians 4:17-18

Our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory.”

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid.”

Psalm 27:1

The Lord is my light and my salvation.”

Isaiah 40:31

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.”

1 Peter 5:7

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”

May these words bring comfort, hope, and encouragement! Amen!

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

Morning Devotion for Divine Protection. Declaration of Victory in Jesus’ Name.

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Morning Devotion for Divine Protection. Declaration of Victory in Jesus’ Name.

In the name of Jesus Christ amen, O Lord our Father, this morning we pray and decree that any kingdom, any group of person, any person, any agent, that have sworn, made sacrifice, made incantation or uses any of our belongings in any form or shape and raise them to his or her idol, this day, in the name of Jesus Christ whom every knee must bow and we decree that all of them in the east, north, west and south to bow before Him , confess and be ashamed in the name of Jesus Christ, and we pray that all they did against us shall return back to them in the name of Jesus Christ amen, we pray that the power of God shall continue to fight our battle in the name of Jesus Christ amen, in the name of Jesus Christ we are blessed, favoured, we are sustained, we are released from the kingdom of darkness, we are overcomers and we shall never lack the power and presence of God Almighty in the name of Jesus Christ, as we step out this day under the guidance and presence of God Almighty we shall testify, be successful, and the blessings of Eternal Trinity Father, Son and Holy Spirit be amongst us and remain with us now and for ever more . Amen

SALIENT POINTS:

  1. Breakthrough Prayer Against Dark Forces.
  2. Prayer for Divine Protection and Deliverance.
  3. Conquering Incantations and Idolatrous Powers.
  4. Morning Prayer of Liberation and Empowerment.
  5. Decree of Freedom from Spiritual Bondage.
  6. Prayer for God’s Intervention and Guidance.
  7. Triumphant Prayer Against Evil Forces.
  8. Invoking God’s Power and Presence.
  9. Daily Prayer of Victory and Blessings.
  10. Prayer for Spiritual Warfare.
  11. Declaration of Faith and Triumph.
  12. Prayer Against Darkness and Evil.
  13. Invitation to God’s Presence and Power.

THIS PRAYER EMPHASIZES:

  1. Breaking free from spiritual bondage.
  2. Conquering dark forces and idolatrous powers.
  3. Invoking God’s presence and power.
  4. Declaring victory and triumph in Jesus’ name.
  5. Seeking divine protection and guidance.

BIBLE VERSES:

Psalm 91:2-4 (“I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge…”)

2 Corinthians 2:14 (“Thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph…”)

Philippians 2:10 (“At the name of Jesus every knee should bow…”)

Isaiah 54:17 (“No weapon formed against you shall prosper…”)

May God bless and empower you!

May God answer all your prayers and grant you strength, protection, and victory in Jesus’ name. Amen!

Remember, prayer is a powerful tool, and faith can move mountains.

Keep praying, trusting, and seeking God’s guidance.

Blessings to you and your loved ones! Amen!

In Jesus’ name, Amen!

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.

Winnie the Pooh Divorce. Learning from Life’s Embarrassments.

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Guys I just bumped into my first wife. And she reminded me of our divorce.

Hehehehehe….let me tell you a story….So when I was 14yrs old my mother saw me kissing this other girl, we shall call her Hazel. I didn’t notice that my mother had noticed anything. When I got home my mother asked me to accompany her, so we walked to the other neighbourhood which Hazel lived in. We were approaching Hazel’s gate when I asked her what we wanted there, she said we going to collect something. Well, I suspected nothing so we walked into the yard. We walked passed Hazel who was washing her school shirt and socks by the outside tap. As we sat on the couch inside with Hazel’s mother sitting across us, my mother got down to business. I wish I could type what she said in Zulu.

She was like “Hai Mkhozi, so I’m getting off a taxi, when I threw my eyes across the road, your daughter and my son are locking tongues.”

Hazel’s mother maNyathi was like “haibo mkhozi, what are you telling me?” then she called Hazel into the house, she came in and sat next to her mother. maNyathi went “Hau girl, you don’t tell me that you have a man?… Meet your mother in-law.” All Hazel could do was look down. maNyathi pinched her thigh she started to sound like singer Maxwell.

Her mother then looked at me and said “So, my son in-law, where do you work and how much do you earn?…. When are you planning to pay lobola?.. When are you planning to take your wife and move into your house because there can’t be two women living under my roof?”….eish…i just kept quiet, the next thing i had a slap from my mom then she shouted” Answer! “, yoh… I had to pick up my ear on the ground and put it back. Then maNyathi made Hazel fetch her Winnie the pooh teddy bear. She said” So since you two have decided to do grown up things, this is your child, you will share custody of this bear, you will share custody fairly, should anything happen to this bear, you will know us. maNyathi was a nurse, I think I know what kind of a nurse she was.

Hazel was a crazy mother!!! Can you imagine she would bring the child to me while I’m playing soccer in the streets just because she wanted to go play skipping with her friends and we would fight, then she would put the child on the fence and go. The child would get hit by the ball because her mother left her on the fence. That day I got home with a dirty child, my mom made me wash it with warm water, sunlight, and a scrubbing brush. She then put her elbow in the water to test its temperature then slapped me on the back of my head like Junior from the comedy “my wife and kids” while screaming “this water is too hot to bath a child.

One Saturday morning Hazel had went to town with her mother so I asked my mom to babysit for me so I can go play soccer, she said “I will babysit for you, but you not going to play, you going to help bra Bhiza clean the garden, you are a parent now, you must act like one and work for your child.” Bra Bhiza was the neighbourhood gardener who did my mother’s garden as well.

Then she took me outside to the garden and asked bra Bhiza to give me a job, the pain of cutting grass while my friends were playing soccer in the street killed me.

Bra Bizza paid me R5, at least I was happy until my mother said “boy you better not spend that money and give it to your wife so she can buy things for your child.”

Finally my wife and her mother came over to fetch the baby and I gave her the money…that Saturday I saw her eating chocolates, I went to tell my mother that Hazel is eating the child’s money and she said” Keep me out of your marital affairs please. If you tell your mother about what your wife is doing, you will make your mother resent your wife because women are emotional creatures. Go find a group of married men like you and talk to them, you will find a solution”… I was so confused.

Sunday afternoon I saw Hazel with a mark on her foot, her mother had beaten her for forgetting the child behind the house.

We had a long talk and decided on a divorce, we called a family meeting during the week and told our parents we can’t do this anymore, they said what about the child, I told them it’s not a real child, I got a slap on the back of my head from my mom. So they let us go. Our parents remained close friends but as for us, from that day, we never spoke to each other for years, then her family moved. She tells me she has a baby boy with her husband and tells me her mother passed on last year. We told her husband the story and he couldn’t stop laughing.

But black mothers are abusive!!

Whenever I see a winnie the pooh bear, I get annoyed.

Lena Ma2000, when we warn you about things, listen!! We have been your age and we were rescued from our stupidity.

Written by Edward Sampson Richy

SALIENT POINTS:

My Fake Child Bride”

The Great Pretend Marriage”

Black Motherly Love (and a Side of Slaps)”

The Bear That Broke Me”

Childhood ‘Marriage’ Mayhem”

Lessons from a Fake Family”

The Day I Divorced My Teenage ‘Wife'”

Motherly Wisdom (and a Few Slaps)”

Growing Pains and Winnie the Pooh”

Coming of Age Chaos”

Teenage ‘Marriage’ Mishaps”

The Unconventional Family”

Humorous Hazards of Youth”

This Story Emphasizes:

The humor in a teenage pretend marriage

The wisdom of listening to elders

The challenges of navigating young relationships

The strong will of black mothers

The importance of learning from life’s experiences

#ComingOfAge #TeenageStories #HumorousTales #BlackMotherlyLove #GrowingPains #YouthfulMistakes #LifeLessons #FakeMarriage #WinnieThePooh

Thank You Jesus,

Salvation Prayers

If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:

Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Support Our Ministry,

Good Morning Dear,

It cost a lot of money to maintain a website, Nonetheless a non-profit Christian website,

Please if you have been blessed by this ministry and you are led to support and bless this ministry in return,

Please make your donation to this account,

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo,

Account Number,0139438409,

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc Nigeria,

To help us continue in the spreading of The GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST to every corner of this world,

Thank You Very Much For Your Support,

May GOD, we Serve Bless You A Million Times in return, Amen,

May God Bless Israel, Nigeria, And America 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!

May The Grace The Lord Jesus Christ, And The Love Of God, And The Fellowship Of The Holy Spirit Be With You All. Amen!

Chukwuemeka Obiorah Ogwo.