HARD TIMES, HARD MEASURES

There is no iota of doubt that these are indeed HARD TIMES (perilous, difficult, dangerous, wicked, lawless etc). Scriptures already tells us that (2 Tim. 3:1, Mt.24:12). The unfolding events around us and in the nation go to confirm this.

The pressure of the hardship is having its effect on nations, economies, people and structures. There are obvious uncertainties all over. Established structures are collapsing, those to turn to are now worst victims, predictions are failing, and promises can’t be kept. There is no sector, nation that is not affected one way or another, directly or indirectly.

To deal with and overcome HARD TIMES, HARD MEASURES are expedient. A measure simply means “an action taken to make something happen or prevent something from happening.” However, it’s obvious that all natural measures to the to the prevailing challenges have either failed or are presently collapsing, such as policies, banks, government, science, geography and in our peculiar case – security agents.

It’s gradually becoming obvious to us that these MEASURES can’t be natural or naturally orchestrated. And if spiritual, it can only spring from either of two sources-God or satan, Light or darkness. Satan (darkness) certainly stands for destruction, death and evil. So he cannot obviously be the source of the MEASURES. So the QED is GOD (LIGHT). If God is the only way out, then it simply means the way out is to FOLLOW HARD after God. These are times to break out of the conventional and convenient Christianity and propose in our heart to follow hard after Him. This is because only HARD BREEDS will fulfill destiny in these HARD TIMES which will be a product of following HARD after God in seeking, trusting and obeying Him against all odds, staying true to God’s word come what may; a die hard, unrepentant addicted ‘wordite’.

Using Psalm 63 as a case study, the Psalmist declares (Vs 8)

“My soul followeth hard after thee…”

The land was dry and thirsty. Obviously, there was no rain (glory) Vs 1. Thank God he didn’t wait till the last hour after so much damage would have been done. He knew where to turn.

“Early will I seek thee”

Who to turn to

“… O God thou art my God…”

What to look for

“To see thy power and thy glory…”

What to focus on

“When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches…”

Not on the threats or evil reports. No wonder he never lost any battle and God was glorified in his day. Same can be our testimony.

Oh God, Yours is the praise, ours is the victory and satan is defeated in Jesus’ name.

MONEY MATTER

Comparison of the poor and the rich man in terms of attitude and habits

ATTITUDE

POOR MAN

1. Believes there is no money                               

2. Believes there is not enough money for him  

3. Has hatred for those who are rich or productive 

4. Makes excuses for being poor and why the rich is rich

5. Feels intimidated by the rich

RICH MAN

1. Believes there is money

2. Believes he needs to find out what to do to get money

3. Believes there are equal opportunities for all. Eccl. 9:11, Rom. 10:12

4. Wants to learn. Heb. 6:12

5. Inspired by the rich. Prov. 13:20, Prov. 27:17

HABITS

Regularly repeated behavioural pattern: an action or pattern of behaviour that is repeated so often that it becomes typical of somebody, although he or she may be unaware of it.

POOR MAN

1. Imbalance in lifestyle especially time and spirituality

2. Loose spender (no plan, focus nor account)

3. Always holding back when it comes to giving, more eager to receive

4. A lazy and unfaithful fellow

5. Proud and laid back

6. Bad listener

RICH MAN

1. Balanced lifestyle (time and spirituality) Ps. 127:1-2

2. Self control in spending

3. Always investing, willing to give for every good and noble cause. Prov.11:24-25

4. Hard working and faithful. Prov.10:4, 12:24

5. Makes effort to improve and develop

6. Listens to God and man

THE CALL AND BATTLE OF DESTINY

Sixteen years ago, a man left the land called known, secured, certain, accepted and recognized to a land completely different and opposite for only one singular reason, THE CALL OF DESTINY. The pull of the call was so strong that in spite of the painful partings {Still remembers the tears of Ngideka of blessed memory, Orukpe(mrs) etc}, he still moved on to begin the battle of destiny. A battle that only the final end is known but the extent and time frame, he was and is still completely ignorant of. All he was armed with was the pull of the call (which was too strong, clear and real to be ignored) and the HOPE of the CALL. A pull for battle in a terrain that has always been considered a “no go area” for such calls or battles. It sounded strange, fearful and maybe unnecessary ambitious.

The terrain has become more tensed over time but it has been victory all the way in the midst of the fierce battle. To the glory of God, sixteen years on, the pull of the CALL is still as strong, clear and real as ever. Every CALL has a BATTLE, and fulfilling the CALL is in standing strong and fighting to the end with a winning mentality. We are not fighting for victory rather we are fighting from victory. We are merely enforcing the victory we already have that has been obtained on our behalf. That’s why we know the end result even before we start. And that is the assurance that keeps us going in the BATTLE field.

Yours is the Praise Oh God

Ours is the Victory 

Satan is defeated in Jesus Name.

PRAYER POINTS TOWARDS 2013 CONVENTION

THEME: THY KINGDOM, POWER & GLORY

1. THANK GOD for:

a. The past 16 years as a ministry/church

b. Yet another convention

c. For what He is set to do in this convention . Ps. 100:4

2. Pray for open heavens from Day 1-9. John 1:51

3. Pray that as the heavens open over us, angels shall ascend with requests and descend

    with God’s packages.  John 1:51

4. Pray that as the heavens open over us, the visions of God for individuals, corporately and 

   for the land, shall be made clear and we will be empowered to run with it. Ezek.1:1,Acts 26:19

5. Pray that in this convention, His kingdom shall come; His power and glory shall be

    in manifestation INDEED. 1 Chron. 4:10, Matt. 6:10,13b, Ps. 63:2, Lk.5:17

6. Pray that the Holy Ghost alone will LORD over the convention from start to finish. 2 Cor. 3:17

7. Pray for the ministers

- That God will prepare them for the convention. 2 Chron. 27:6

- To be filled with the Holy Ghost and power. Acts 10:38

- For utterance to minister the word in season. Eph. 6:19, Is. 50:4, 2 Sam. 23:2

8. Pray for the word of God:

- To be backed with God’s power to save, heal and deliver. Lk. 5:17, 1 Cor. 2:4-5, 1 Cor. 4:20

- The word will prevail in every life, case and the land. Acts 19:20

9. Pray for the people

- Open and prepare the hearts of men for the word. Acts 16:14

- Will give their heart to God. Prov. 23:26

- Be mobilized by the Spirit for the convention. Is. 43:5-9

- Everyone will have a definite encounter and experience. Ps. 145:15-16, Obadiah. 1:17,

  Joel 2:28

- For safety for everyone that will be travelling down for the convention. Prov. 21:31

10. Pray for the workforce for the convention

- Clarity of vision. Hab. 2:1-2

- Strength. 2 Chron. 15:7

- Unity of heart and purpose. 1 Cor. 1:10, Ps. 133

11. Pray for the convention

- That every gang up against this convention of any kind, at any level, will be scattered.

  1s. 54:15

- Decree that satan will have no place and room of any kind, during and after the convention.

  2 Cor. 2:11, Eph. 4:27

- It will start and end in peace. Let every adversary and distraction be silenced. 1 Cor. 16:9

- For a favourable weather. Matt. 18:18

- It will have a lasting impact on the land of Sokoto and beyond. Joel 2:21, Acts 8:8

- Divine provision for the convention. Haggai 2:8

- That no one or family in LFC will be left behind, but everyone, by the pull of GRACE

  and MERCY, will all enter into the great door God has set open before us in this season.

  1 Cor. 16:9, Matt. 18:18

- That the Lord will make all things ready. Matt. 22:4

12. Thank God for answered prayers. 1 John 5:14, Col. 4:2

LOVE FAMILY CONVENTION (16th Year Anniversary)

IN THE DAY OF HIS POWER

They are rising up, a people strong and mighty, volunteer soldiers who understand the times and the seasons. They march everyone on his ways and they do not break their ranks. Neither shall one thrust another; they shall walk everyone in his path. They are not a people forced or coerced to join the army.

They have willingly given their consent and are ready for action, all at the Master’s service. They are a people who love not their lives unto the death, people, who would rather die for what they believe than deny it. For them, to LIVE IS CHRIST and to DIE GAIN. Their heart cry is THY KINGDOM COME, THY WILL BE DONE!

They are a people determined to enforce the Lordship of Jesus in their territories and prepare the way for the glorious return of the KING of KINGS and LORD of LORDS.

They have laid aside every weight and sin which could easily beset, giving no place to the enemy. They have purged their hearts ensuring every crooked path is made straight, every valley exalted, mountain brought low and debris removed, giving room for the Holy Ghost.

As such, they are filled with POWER and Glory, manifesting in a new dimension that has not been seen before, the power and glory of the Lord. They have not only been endued with POWER from on high, they are so full of it that it radiates from them, subduing darkness all round. It’s time to arise and be a part of this growing army. For His people shall be willing in the day of HIS POWER.

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