When you are tired and discouraged from fruitless efforts...
God knows how hard you have tried.
When you've cried so long and your heart is in anguish...
God has counted your tears.
If you feel that your life is on hold and time has passed you by...
God is waiting with you.
When you're lonely and your friends are too busy even for a phone call...
God is by your side.
When you think you've tried everything and don't know where to turn...
God has a solution.
When nothing makes sense and you are confused or frustrated...
God has the answer.
If suddenly your outlook is brighter and you find traces of hope...
God has whispered to you.
When things are going well and you have much to be thankful for...
God has blessed you.
When something joyful happens and you are filled with awe...
God has smiled upon you.
When you have a purpose to fulfill and a dream to follow...
God has opened your eyes and called you by name.
Remember that wherever you are or whatever you are facing...
GOD KNOWS!!!
Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over it became a
butterfly'..
GOD KNOWS!!!
If you want something you have NEVER had, you have got to DO something you
have NEVER DONE!!!
By Florence Mulengeka
Monday, September 7, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
ARROGANCE AND SLANDER
You can read the verses around this Bible passage from the Internet Bible: - in English, and many other languages
Slander, the false statement that maliciously ruins reputations, does not stalk alone. Its associate is the heart-attitude of arrogance. Arrogant people think that they have the right to exalt themselves by speaking ill of others. Wherever you see one of these ugly companions, the other is lurking nearby; both are dangerous and neither can be trusted. Today's verse shows that there is no limit to the authorities which such people will try to topple by their bad-speaking. As with every evil act, there is no satisfaction in being 'a little bad', and without repentance, sin will escalate until it engulfs its perpetrators.
It is not clear who are the 'celestial beings' in this passage. Of the possibilities of church members, church leaders, good angels or fallen angels it is the latter that seems to fit the context best. The false teachers have presumed to make accusations about them before God's throne (as Satan does in Rev 12:9-10). It may seem ludicrous that they would dare to try to get believers, angels or demons in trouble with God; but arrogance knows no bounds, and rebellion craves recognition - even from God. But by contrast, the loyal angels do not even whisper any complaint in God's presence. They know the truth of Deut 32:35 and Heb 10:30 where God says, "It is mine to avenge, I will repay".
Alas, the false teachers who have invaded the church over the centuries understand no such respect; they destroy the reputations of the wise in order to establish their own authority. Powerful and plausible they may be, but when motivated by arrogance they will express themselves in slander, and try to tear down what God wants to build up. The secular versions can be found in every company and profession; they will be found out eventually, but meanwhile they are to be pitied and prayed for - that they may find Christ. But the church needs strong and Godly leadership to identify these spiritual posers, and ensure that they do not have the limelight they seek. So, as well as praying for the arrogant at work, also pray that your church leaders will know how to deal with the malicious slanderers within the church. In the end, the Lord will deal with both.
Prayer: Almighty God. Although it would be nice to think that everybody around me is reasonable and trustworthy, I know that is not so. I now pray for those whose arrogance seems unlimited, and who have no fear of anybody or even of Your authority. Please bring them to repentance and faith, before they face Your judgement. And please give wisdom and courage to my spiritual leaders so that they may guard the flock against the arrogant slander of those who seek to gain influence in the church. For Jesus Christ's sake. Amen.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
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Tuesday, August 4, 2009
HELLS GATE! HERE WE COME!!
Hells gate trip is now a reality and not a wishfull thinking. Please there are only a few chances left for those who have not paid. Please confirm your participation by Saturday the 8th to make sure you are not left behind. Sunday the 9th we shall be informing you of all our procedures for the day and we shall be confirming the participants who will accompany us for that trip. Make sure you call
Alex on 0724-477732 or Willy on 0723-494168 to make sure you book for a space. The price still stands at 600/= per head and it will cater for you fare to and from Naivasha and also you entrance fee to the park and your meals. Unbelievable!! So cheap. Please don't miss this opportunity to fellowship with brethren from Nairobi and within us in Nakuru.
Come one! Come all!
The Lord loves the fellowship of brethren!!
NO ENTRY FOR EVIL
1 Peter 5:9 Resist him [the devil], standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings. (NIV)
You can read the verses around this Bible passage from the Internet Bible: - in English, and many other languages
Bullies can be found everywhere, from the school playground to the workplace. They achieve their wicked purposes by inducing fear, and expect people to cower away humiliated. Facing up to a bully is the best way to make him or her back down. The threats and whispers which surround these people, and their sycophantic entourage, demand that people of courage should expose them. It is the same problem with the devil. The more he exercises spiritual terrorism with lies and threats, the more he thinks that he can get away with it.
Peter now recommends resistance. Refuse to accept Satan's lies: they do not contain anything you need to act upon, or be frightened by. But we can only resist the devil if we are secure in Jesus who is far greater than Satan; in the same way that Jesus was not fazed by His wilderness encounter with him, because of the utter confidence that He was loved and appointed by his Heavenly Father. 'Standing firm in the faith' does not mean being perfect, but being confident of the love, mercy and grace of the Lord, as described in the Bible. And don't forget that God has provided you with all the armour you need - as long as you stand and face down the bullying lies of Satan (cf Eph 6:10-20).
But it also helps to know that you are not the only one who is a target of Satan. Today, more people around the world are being persecuted because they believe in Jesus than ever before. So be encouraged that you are not alone - many others around the world today also consider it worthwhile to stand up for Jesus. But you may also need the encouragement that it is right to resist the powers of darkness; that is why Peter is writing. We resist by refusing to accept his lies as truth, and by challenging erroneous thoughts with God's Word. As we praise God we refuse to honour Satan; and as we obey God we dethrone the devil. Dare to resist Satan. After all your 'big brother' is Jesus, and He is the only person Satan will run away from!
Prayer: Lord of power and might. Thank you for your help as we stand firm in the face of the attacks of the devil. Strengthen us to dare to resist his taunts, attacks and sweet temptations. I also pray for my brothers and sisters around the world to are suffering today because they love Jesus. Please sustain them in their need and may their example encourage me to stand firm for you and against Satan. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
STRESS MANAGEMENT
1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. (NIV)
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You can read the verses around this Bible passage from the Internet Bible: - in English, and many other languages
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Have you noticed all the training resources in 'soft management skills'. At considerable cost, businesses are teaching their staff: people matter more than things; that how you do things matters as much as what you do; how to handle other people's aggression; and how to prevent internal stress from crippling the individual and the business. All good stuff (mostly!), but hardly original. Jesus demonstrated how to do it all perfectly and the Bible has been training the followers of Jesus to live like Him for 2000 years. It is simply normal Christian discipleship.
Today's verse, reminds us that anxiety affects Christians. Even the Apostle Paul admitted to ministering in weakness and fear (cf 1 Cor 2:3): it is a part of our human frailty, our internal corruption and the destructive potential of the world in which we live. But the Christian is commanded to handle it differently. Yes, some people have an easier temperament than others, whether they are Christians or not: but without the certain knowledge of a loving caring Heavenly Father, they have no other resource except themselves. However, the born-again believer is never alone, and has the massive benefit of being able to give all fears and worries to the Lord.
Salvation that comes by Jesus Christ, is not to make us nicer, but to transform our hearts - the very place where fear wants to roost like a vulture. A new confidence comes, not through psychological tricks but simply by knowing that we are loved, and cared for, by God. A teenager once told me, "It is a privilege to be loved by somebody as special as God!" This Christian certainty comes from the objective evidence of the Scriptures and the subjective assurance by the Holy Spirit (cf Rom 8:15, Gal 4:6). But this knowledge needs to be used! If He cares, and He certainly does, then entrust your fears (many of which are lies from Satan to destabilise us) onto the Lord. The verse says every anxiety, not just some, should be deposited with God. Trust Him to resolve the issues behind your anxieties, and then you can get on with your service for Him, unhindered and joyful.
Prayer: Faithful God. Thank You for this invitation to transfer all my anxieties to You, so that You take the responsibility of dealing with them. Help me to keep trusting that you will work in power, to dismiss Satan's lies from my mind and to deal with people and circumstances, so that You will be glorified and that I will know Your blessing. For Jesus Christ's sake, Amen.
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You can read the verses around this Bible passage from the Internet Bible: - in English, and many other languages
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Have you noticed all the training resources in 'soft management skills'. At considerable cost, businesses are teaching their staff: people matter more than things; that how you do things matters as much as what you do; how to handle other people's aggression; and how to prevent internal stress from crippling the individual and the business. All good stuff (mostly!), but hardly original. Jesus demonstrated how to do it all perfectly and the Bible has been training the followers of Jesus to live like Him for 2000 years. It is simply normal Christian discipleship.
Today's verse, reminds us that anxiety affects Christians. Even the Apostle Paul admitted to ministering in weakness and fear (cf 1 Cor 2:3): it is a part of our human frailty, our internal corruption and the destructive potential of the world in which we live. But the Christian is commanded to handle it differently. Yes, some people have an easier temperament than others, whether they are Christians or not: but without the certain knowledge of a loving caring Heavenly Father, they have no other resource except themselves. However, the born-again believer is never alone, and has the massive benefit of being able to give all fears and worries to the Lord.
Salvation that comes by Jesus Christ, is not to make us nicer, but to transform our hearts - the very place where fear wants to roost like a vulture. A new confidence comes, not through psychological tricks but simply by knowing that we are loved, and cared for, by God. A teenager once told me, "It is a privilege to be loved by somebody as special as God!" This Christian certainty comes from the objective evidence of the Scriptures and the subjective assurance by the Holy Spirit (cf Rom 8:15, Gal 4:6). But this knowledge needs to be used! If He cares, and He certainly does, then entrust your fears (many of which are lies from Satan to destabilise us) onto the Lord. The verse says every anxiety, not just some, should be deposited with God. Trust Him to resolve the issues behind your anxieties, and then you can get on with your service for Him, unhindered and joyful.
Prayer: Faithful God. Thank You for this invitation to transfer all my anxieties to You, so that You take the responsibility of dealing with them. Help me to keep trusting that you will work in power, to dismiss Satan's lies from my mind and to deal with people and circumstances, so that You will be glorified and that I will know Your blessing. For Jesus Christ's sake, Amen.
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