SNAP OUT OF IT

It was a discovery so great for me when I read through Spirit Controlled Temperament written by Tim LaHaye. I was able to finally able to realise that I was a combo of the Phlegmatic and the Melancholy. Great discovery right? I was amazed by the strengths that both temperaments possessed. But with the strengths come weaknesses as well which isn't something to laugh about.

Over the years, there have been up and down moments, I've gone in and out of those 'melancholic' states. I usually excused it for the nature, as a matter of fact, those very close to me understood me as well. But I've come upon a new light, if you intend to go far in the journey of destiny, you've got to SNAP OUT OF the Weaknesses of your natural temperament and states.

Today, the charge is to step out of your weaknesses into Christ strength, allow God's ability to magnify itself through you. The things I've been able to do on this Visionary journey, should naturally be difficult and require an external drive. But God, who is the One at work on my inside has been the Driver of my Life, he steers me up and helps me snap out of the natural tendencies of my temperament. Some people may consider me a Choleric because I pester people and literally stand on their necks to get things done, I may be as sociable as a Sanguine as it relates to the task at hand. I call meetings and interact, I love to meet people ask questions and explore. New abilities and strengths are been developed day by day.

Never forget, "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new"

Central Truth: As a New Creation in Christ you're are not limited by the limitations of your temperament.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 5:17

PRAYER
LORD, continue your work in me, and manifest your strength in areas of my weaknesses in Jesus Name.

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BELIEVERS AND BUILDERS

In the journey of Vision there are many kinds of people you'd come across. These people may either be for your vision, or against your vision. Many times as young Visionaries, we love to seek for people to buy into the vision, to believe in what we do, to believe in us and the  dreams of our hearts. This request is often granted, but it is not always sufficient. Today, I was privileged to meet Chichi Umuseaka the Founder of 9ineteen Networks, on a campaign we are about to carry out in Precious Jewels Development Initiative. While returning, the thought came into my heart, that there are two kinds of people, Builders of Vision and Believers in Vision.

If you intend to go further and faster in your journey into the vision, you must first  seek for Builders, and have a handful of them. Having builders will raise the vision to heights you never thought possible. Schedule meetings with top people in your field, ask for them to be your mentors, learn from them, read their updates on social media, follow their shows. Remember Jesus, he chose out the 12; the builders of the vision first before launching out into public ministry where it was recorded a number of times that "great multitudes followed him"

Obviously, they believed in the vision, but they were not builders. In the end only 120 disciples received the Holy Spirit in the upper room and spread the faith round the world. They were builders.

Though the builders may not be on your core team like Jesus, but you should maintain a cordial relationship with them.

Central Truth: Seek for Builders of the vision, they would uplift God's vision for your life far more than you can do with those who only believe in you.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: Matthew 8:1

PRAYER
LORD, send my way people that will build up the vision that you've given to me in Jesus Name.

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REMEMBER

Man has the tendency to forget the good and acts of kindness received. This was displayed in the lives of the children of Israel, when at the face of difficulties they rebel, revolt and disobey God. They were quick to forget God's previous goodness.

As the year draws to an end, be quick to remember God's goodness to you. Focus on the testimonies that you've had in the course of the year. As you are crossing over into the new year, forget the Previous difficulties and challenges and hold on to what God is showing you ahead. The 'red sea' is parted before you, so don't look back.

For someone reading this tonight, God would have you know that "He is the Rewarder". The word says "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him" Perhaps you've been expecting a reward, a blessing, a gift from someone or a group of people, God wants you to look to Him from Now. HE IS THE REWARDER.

Central Truth: Don't give in to having short term memories. Remember God's goodness.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: Psalms 103:2

ACTION POINT
Create space tonight to remember God's goodness to you. Also, as it concerns you, shift your focus on God completely. Your reward is ready.

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CHRIST OR FATHER CHRISTMAS?

This season (Christmas) is a unique one, one that is remarkable. However, for many, the mental picture that comes to mind when Christ is mentioned is Holidays, Plenty of food, merriment, and most especially Father Christmas.

The identity of Father Christmas has so engulfed our minds that the essence of the season is often times lost. Today during Christmas we take kids to go see Father Christmas, they're happy to receive gifts. Is that all?

Let's get back to the scriptures to get an understanding. It is  recorded that wise men came from the east to give gifts to Jesus and to worship. Christmas is a about Jesus, today Jesus is still in the 'Manger' though not literally, but he's amongst the less privileged, the homeless, the naked, those in prison. The wise men gave precious gifts, we are to do likewise this season, the Shepherds Praised God, we are to do likewise this season, though the savior has not and would never be reborn, we must live with the revelation of God's plan that was FINISHED in Jesus Christ.

Here's why you should celebrate Jesus "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace."

Central Truth: Christmas is not for Father Christmas but for Jesus Christ. Don't let Santa seize the show.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 9:6

PRAYER
LORD, help me to live in the understanding of what Jesus came to accomplish for us in Jesus Name.
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A VIRTUOUS WOMAN

I read the Proverbs 31 description once and realised something. It says "A virtuous woman who can find?" It's a question, the answer is GOD. God is the first groom that everyone has, either as a man or a woman.

The beautiful thing about this is that any lady can be a virtuous woman. It has nothing to do with background, past life, or mistakes made. Only one thing is needful, a Fruitful and vibrant relationship with God. I've come to appreciate women, from the one who gave me birth, my little sister, my late grandma, friends, other family members and women achieving great things in different areas of life.

As with everything in life, process is required. Success in anything doesn't come overnight but overtime. The foundation for being a virtuous woman is Character. The beauty of character cannot be compared to anything.

Today, the charge to the ladies is that God can and He is willing to make you better everyday. To the men, appreciate every woman in your life. Sometimes, I'm amazed when I realise that there are only two kinds of people God made, that's the male and female. God could have created a third gender but he didn't. He has a purpose. Appreciate Women.

Central Truth: Any lady can grow to be a Virtuous woman, only let God groom you.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 31:1

PRAYER:
LORD, help me to understand the purpose and power of being a male/female in Jesus Name.
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PUT YOUR BODY UNDER

Naturally from birth, we've been programmed to respond to whatever the flesh demands, from the crying baby to the angry man, from the glutton to the addict, each one responds to the dictates of the flesh. However, we are in the New Testament times, we operate by a different set of rules.

The scripture says  "Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh". Your body is subject to your spirit, which is also your inner man. Now that you're in Christ, you are a new creation and you've got the Divine Nature (2 Peter 1:3-4). Your Divine status supersedes your earthly status.

I've come to realise that our feelings are voices, and indeed a Language, a Language spoken by the body. The next time when your body tries to tell you not to fast, or to attend that prayer meeting, or to go for that vigil, you can always speak to it. God created you to have Dominion and that must begin by conquering your selfish desires. That's what Adam and Eve failed to do. They were created to dominate the earth, but they failed the very first test to conquer their own selves. Thank God for the restoration that has come through Jesus our Lord.

Central Truth: Your body is subject to your spirit and not the other way around.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: Romans 8:12

CONFESSION
I am not a slave to my body.
I respond to the directions in my Spirit man.
I do not indulge myself in selfish pleasures.
I pursue godliness at all times.
My body is the temple of God.
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DOMINATE

Today, a top member of staff at the office brought her two kids to work. Immediately, they began to touch the time machine, run around the building playing hide and seek, one of them even hid under my table. They practically took over the office, the noise level increased and of course they made a huge difference to the normal office environment. They were cautioned a bit, but they still played. They can't conform to the environment, it's not in their nature.

Contrary to what is believed, domination isn't a product of well devised strategy or arms. It is a nature programmed into each one of us by default. However, this nature can only function by having the heart of a child. Jesus rightly said "... Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven". Children, like the ones in the office today, are free in their minds, the limitations that adults have come to accept aren't present in their minds.

In order to really live the dominion lifestyle, there is a need to become as a child. It's written "where the Spirit of the Lord is there is liberty",today allow the Spirit of God to eliminate all barriers you've set up in your mind which limits the working of God in you and through you.

Central Truth: it's only those with the mindset of children that really dominate.

FOCUS SCRIPTURE: Matthew 18:3, 2 Corinthians 3:17

PRAYER:
LORD, by your Spirit I release myself from every limitations of the mind in Jesus Name. I declare that my mind is transformed in Jesus Name.
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