21 Feb 2020
What is the motive behind the business unusual that you so desire? Bill Gates sought to provide a solution in computing. His primary motivation was not to make money. James 4:3 is very clear on why many wishes are not granted. May we seek to help others and may we discern what the will of God concerning us is, even as we trust God to do amazing things in our time.
20 Feb 2020
To what extent can it be business unusual with Jehovah? He made a nation out of Abraham and Sarah who started getting children at almost 100 years of age according to His promise in Genesis 12:2. He delivered His children Israel out of bondage after 400 years and did amazing miracles like parting the Red Sea in the process; see Exodus. He rescued His people countless times from dire situations as they made their way to the promised land and once they settled there. After they were banished from there on and off for many years, He resettled them there against all odds and has made them thrive to date despite them living in what would otherwise be very tricky circumstances. So, what is the level of your walk with Him and consequently, what are your expectations of Him?
19 Feb 2020
And as we wait upon God to do the extraordinary things, we will not just be sitting pretty and waiting. We should follow the advice given in Hebrews 12:1-3. Each of us has a race to run. How we run it is important. Let us endeavour to keep doing what God placed us on earth for, even as we trust in Him to turn circumstances around.
18 Feb 2020
Business unusual means that we should have an open mind to accept and understand the things God will do. They will be extraordinary, but if we are prepared, we will adjust accordingly and allow Him to have His way. Jeremiah 33:3.
17 Feb 2020
I have a feeling that from now going forward, it will be business unusual for many of us. We have been used to seeing God work in a particular way. That may change. This calls for us to trust Him. What we need to ensure is that we are walking in divine purpose. Hebrews 11:1.
14 Feb 2020
To successfully overcome temptation, there needs to be a certain disposition, that succumbing to it is sinning against God. One has to be determined to stand firm like Joseph in Genesis 39:1-23, especially verse 9.
13 Feb 2020
Undoubtedly, knowledge of scripture will prevent us from falling into temptations. This takes discipline and commitment. Christ used it to rebuff the devil and his attempts to entice Him. Satan used real needs as a basis for temptation. He sought to exploit potential weaknesses like hunger, impatience, pride, etc. Possible doubts made the temptations real, e.g. would God really provide or protect Jesus? Satan sought to use these things to create an inappropriate desire. Jesus showed us the importance of knowing and applying Scripture to combat temptation. Matthew 4:1-11.
12 Feb 2020
A few tips on how to overcome temptation are found in Proverbs 13:1-6. Seek godly counsel, avoid speaking hurriedly without giving much thought to what you say, be diligent and busy, avoid falsehood and try and be righteous.
10 Feb 2020
While living on earth, we shall not be immune to temptation and other vices. May the Lord help us never to forget that we have adequate grace to make the right decision in such circumstances. Acts 5:1-11.
07 Feb 2020
Lastly, what was the purpose of Christ’s coming? He came to bring salvation in order to restore man back to God. This was done in preparation for the next chapter in God’s plan for the world, His return. Hence the emphasis on spreading the gospel. Jesus crossed national, racial, economic and even religious barriers to spread the Good News, so that all may come to the knowledge of His saving grace. So what can you do to facilitate this? Or are you already doing something about it, and if you are, how can this be enhanced? The challenge here is to reach out beyond where we are to share the gospel.