It's all in the Name

Name is given to all things, living or non for several reasons, but foremost for identity. It's a unique gift we all posses. No one wants to be addressed with unfitting appellation and so we take a dislike to anyone that wants to pin on us a name that contradict our person.

Several powerful individuals have walked the earth and their names brings a recall of their sojourn here. However, in time the power behind the name of a person fades into oblivion. All we have left is the feeling their name reveberate when mentioned.

Of all names, the name Jesus is in a class like none other. It's being more than 2000years He walked the earth, yet His name has only remained popular and powerful. When put to use, His name commands respect in all realms known or unknown to us.

Jesus is the name of quick response given to all who believe in Him. Several use the name but they don't know the potential of the name. Their limited knowledge robs them of the unlimited might the name carries. Sometimes they don't use as lavishly as they ought.

After his physical departure, the disciples were beginning to get a grip of the real worth is name potends and on an occasion they will exemplify to the world their reality. I am thrilled by the words of Peter...

Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved." Acts 4:12.

Under the heavens, above or beneath there's no other name that delivers enormous privileges to its user.

You must seek a divine revelation of the name Jesus. You must believe and embrace it's awesomeness.You must also use lavishly and as often as you desire.

There's so much to learn... put in the time
It's the sweetest tune, the name Jesus.

Further: Acts 3-4, Phillipians 2

Reason for thanks

It seems his was a tale of can my dream ever come true. He was a favoured child, though his mum was late, his dad ensured he did not lack love and care. He will make for him a coat of many colours, to distinguish him from his siblings.

Joseph was the guy with the bigger than life dream. He was a star in the making, but his huge dream angered his brothers, who thought he was unnecessarily favoured above them. Their hatred for him will make them sell him off to foreigners.

Let's see what becomes of his dreams... however, they forgot that his dream was given by God. Their hatred was the push he needed to JumpStart his fulfilment. Enemies were used to unsettle his nest. All his down turn were in his divine plan for actualisation.

God's way can be so mysterious, His way can be so imposing. Joseph will in time realise that even his terrible experiences were in the bigger picture.

Have you thought to wonder what if your delay was as planned by God. That challenge may be the springboard that will elevate you. If you are God's own, whatever the enemy plans to bring you down are only ladders to your enviable heights.

You have to trust in the one who loves you. Your down times are part of the plan. Don't stop trusting, like Joseph don't give in to the temptation or enticements to cut corners. Don't sell out when your breakthrough is just round the corner.

Hold on, soon you will look back and thank God for that boss, neighbour, relation or friend that betrayed you.

Further Study; Genesis 39-41

Stand on it

Words are very important, they create the future we hope for. They convey thoughts, emotions, visions, hurts, etc. They reveal innermost secrets and a clear path to follow. Words have been expressed in all genre, signs, songs, paintings etc.

Man can easily default on his words often times its because his own expectations were unmet. Circumstances beyond his power could equally be responsible. That's why the words of men can fail.

If couples will stay true to their marital vows, there will be absolutely no divorce. Somehow, the precious words of affection and eternal commitment shared before family and friends are soon replaced with curse and harsh words.

The power in words is derived from its proclaimer. Words are backed by the weight of the speaker. Men that understand the importance of words will make statements like... I give you my word, my word is my bound etc.

Despite his best intention, man and his words may fail. Only God's word  is unfailing and can be eternally trusted. ...so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
Isaiah 55:11

God's word is available for everyone and in every circumstance, it is to be accepted in faith, believed and confessed to drown all opposing situation.

It is a real treasure to have God's word as touching your individual challenge, if you will believe the word received, you will see all contrary situation bow.

Whose words are you presently standing on?

Deceived

It was a well thought plan, it was equally perfectly executed. The deceiver knew just what moves to make and yet another innocent was swindled.

For Joshua, he bought the lies of the Gibeonite, from their tattered clothing, to the worn out sandals, even their food was stale. The plan was to deceive the great leader that their claim of coming from a far distance was genuine.

Moved by what he saw, he believed and never bothered to seek God's opinion. He entered an irrevocable covenant with them that will make the conquering nation, Israel yoked with an enemy who pretended to be a friend.

How many have entered business relationship only to discover that their partners vision is different. How many have married a beast, how many are daily regretting decision made by physical senses only.

It is easy to be swayed by nice gestures, it is easy to get deceived by good orators. Is it however worth the eventual heartache. Prayer is of utmost important when taking decisions, asking for divine help might be your only salvation.

Please let's be mindful, not all friends are worth having. Allow the inner convictions of the Holy Spirit assist you throughout life. Do not fall into the enemies pit. God sees all sides of a dice, he also wants to keep you away from harm if you will trust and obey Him.

Learn from
Spare a moment to pray. Be discerning. Don't live in regret.

Further Study; Joshua 9; Psalms 55:12-15

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Always Good

In so many ways God displays His goodness, mercies towards us each single day. Many times we are purely ignorant of His deeds. It will take Him opening our eyes to really see all that happens daily.

If His mercies are so profound, someone may ask, why then do bad things happen to some people? Why are some prayers not getting answered? How come the world is this chaotic? Why do some get away with evil?

I have had to ask this question a couple of times. At the end I found myself dwelling more on the negatives and I was no better because my mind sank deeper into bitterness at why God would allow bad things happen.

No matter how bittered or angry a situation makes me towards God, I have arrived at a conclusion... God is love. Even in the storm and through the trying times, He constantly display His goodness and mercy daily.

At those times when it seems things are opposite, sincerely express your hurt, pain, disappointed towards Him. Cry if you must, express don't suppress your emotions. But never allow yourself sink into depression.

In time, I see Him coming through for me. What, when and how He does will defer from each one, but the last laugh is always for His beloved. Do not loose the mind battle, listen to edifying songs and messages.

The story is ending with you as the winner. Even if it was as a result of your own mistake, God will pardon and help you back up. Remember, satan thought he had Jesus put away forever. But his joy lasted for a moment.

Jesus rose again, you will also rise. You will be restored like Job. You will triumph like David, like Naomi God will give you a Ruth. It won't be over until you are declared winner. It's ending in praise.

Arise and shine for today is a good day to thank God for His goodness, mercy and love.

Further Study; The book of Ruth

Light Up

Whatever the dark had going on, the instance God said the words... Let there be light... The reign of darkness ended instantly. May the light of God appear in all your ways to guide you as you navigate in life.

Moses lead the Israelites out of Egypt, they encountered a barrier on their path. They were faced with a mass of sea water. The Egyptians were also hot in their pursuit. God gave the instruction, move forward.

Right before their eyes, the huge sea parted into two revealing a dry land they walked on. God would make that open sea the burial site of their pursuer's. You will prevail over unrelenting and unrepentant enemies.

A child of God has the right to call on God in an instant, and the heavenly Father will help lift him up from his predicament. For Moses his words enlightened him and gave him the boldness to march on.

God did not make you one the devil can mess with, shake off all cloak of darkness. Get renewed in your mind. You are unharrassable, un-molestable, however if you feel harassed you deal with the enemy just as God instructs.

Let there be light..., it is necessary you are not in the dark concerning any area of your life. It is difficult to have a smooth drive if your vehicle is not adequately lighted. Seek to have God's light in the area of challenge. Then you will be able to take charge accordingly.

You are the best because you are God's own. His light is available for you, by studying his words you equip yourself and by prayers you establish His counsel.

Its the devil that gains if you are ignorant. Let God's light permeate all areas of your life, and send darkness on permanent exile.

And God said, "Let there be light," and there was light. Genesis 1:3

Further Study; Genesis 1, Exodus 14

Let Barabbas go!!!

As the chants of the people demanding for his freedom grew, I pondered on the nature of man. Barabbas was a criminal who had been locked up at the time of Jesus for various offences and especially murder.

About this time Jesus had been betrayed, tried for various offences but found innocent. Because his enemies wanted him dead they pushed for the release of a criminal and asked that he be crucified.

What sane mind asks for the release of a security threat against one who went about doing good. It seems many of those he healed or helped had forgotten. As his eyes surveyed the chanting crowd I wondered about his thoughts.

The world he came to save neither appreciated nor wanted him. Betrayal can be hurtful. First, Judas who sold him out for money then this crowd instigated by people who claim to know Gods' law.

As for Barabbas, the criminal has gained a freedom he never deserved. I hope he goes home thinking about the man that died undeservedly in his stead.

Jesus endured it all because he came to hand us true freedom.
But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed. Isaiah 53:5.

By allowing Jesus into your life, you are positioning yourself to receive all his death and resurrection purchased for the world. Don't defer your salvation anymore.

Dear Jesus, I am sorry for my sins please forgive me and accept me as your own. I make you my Lord today. Please relieve me from every hold the devil has on my life. Help me to know and grow in you. I pray, Amen.

Further study: Mark 15, Isaiah 53