29 Nov 2019
Then there is the extreme we should guard against. In 1 Kings 21:1-24, an innocent man loses his life and inheritance due to the greed of a king. What is it that may push us to such extremes? We should be careful and also have others who can hold us accountable.
28 Nov 2019
If mortal things are the primary focus of our life on earth, then we may just miss the Messiah just like the Jews did in John 10:22-42. May our primary focus be the immortal or eternity. That will help us escape corruption & many vices.
27 Nov 2019
Greed leads one to even break the law in order to acquire wealth or possessions. Many of the murders being committed countrywide are motivated by greed for material wealth. Proverbs 1:19 warns against this. If the desire to acquire something by any means consumes you, be careful.
26 Nov 2019
One of the things that hinder or slow down the establishment of God’s kingdom in our hearts and midst is greed. Our inability to be content even where we want to be ambitious may lead us away from God’s will. There is a fine line there, but it exists. May the Lord help us. Luke 12:13-21.
25 Nov 2019
If we are to aspire to be part of those used by God to establish His kingdom here, we ought to consider a few things. Are there traditions that we hold on to more dearly than the fear of the Lord, that do not honour God, that contradict His word? Mark 7:5-13.
22 Nov 2019
The work of God on the hearts of men (the establishment of God’s kingdom) is continuous. The extent of its impact depends on the willingness of man. As we walk this journey of life, let’s allow the fear of God to guide us. As we do that, we shall keep growing and His kingdom will grow & be dominant. Psalm 103.
21 Nov 2019
In Luke 17:20-21, the Pharisees asked when the kingdom of God would come, not knowing that it had already arrived. It begins with the work of the Holy Spirit in people’s lives and in relationships. Let us resist looking at institutions or programmes for evidence of the progress of God’s kingdom. Instead, we should look at what God is doing in people’s hearts.
20 Oct 2019
The establishment of God’s kingdom is a process that probably started with the coming of the Messiah over 2000 years ago- Matthew 2:1-2. It is mentioned severally in the old testament because of its significance-Micah 5:2. It demonstrates God’s love through what Christ and His disciples did while one earth-Luke 10:17-24. It will culminate in His rulership when He returns Revelation 11:15-19. May we allow Him to use us to have the impact He desires towards its establishment.
19 Nov 2019
The United Kingdom conquered a large part of the world and left its influence even after those nations gained independence. We still drive on the left, eat with a fork & knife, have 1 or 2 English names, use English as an official language, etc. We can’t refute that we were once a British colony. The kingdom of God is more powerful than the British Empire. How much more influence should it wield over the earth? Our lives should be full of evidence of His reign. Hebrews 12:28-29 & Revelation 11:15-19.
18 Nov 2019
There is a sense of expectation, waiting for the Lord to show Himself strong. May we not be disappointed like Isaiah 26:18 says. Our desire should be to establish God’s kingdom wherever He places us. How I pray that we shall experience what verse 19 says. May the Lord have mercy on us.