Thursday, March 22nd
Operate Under Divine Ability- Luke 4:16-21
We must seek the anointing of the Holy Spirit in our lives because it is the Holy Spirit who gives us the divine ability to fulfil our God given purpose. Everything Jesus did on earth, He did under the inspiration of the Spirit. Jesus Himself said the Spirit of the Lord had anointed Him to do the things He did on the earth.
To be anointed is more than applying oil on someone's head. It also refers to the divine appointment and the endowment of a person with divine ability to the glory of God. You must seek to operate under the anointing of the Holy Spirit in order to fulfil the purpose of God in your life. Paul said that his ability to do all things was not his own; he did them through Christ. The word Christ or Christos in its original form is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew word Messiah both meaning 'Anointed One'. Therefore, everything Paul did was under the anointing in Christ. As a child of God, your motivation, strength and inspiration to do all things must come from Christ, the Anointed One. Only He can impart to you the power and ability required.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Wednesday , March 21st Become a Problem Solver - Genesis 41
Wednesday , March 21st
Become a Problem Solver - Genesis 41
The world was about to be hit one of the most profound economic recessions it had ever seen. Millions were destined to die of starvation and nations threatened to be wiped out. A great famine was about to hit the land of Egypt. In Genesis 41, God gave Pharaoh two troublesome dreams predicting impending disaster but he needed someone to help him make sense of it. Joseph showed up on the scene and by the grace of God was able to explain Pharaoh's dream. However what is most striking about the anointing in Joseph's life was the ability to also come up with a solution. There are many people who have mastered the art of finding fault and pointing out mistakes. They are expert problem highlighters. Moon walkers not only see the problem but also know how to create and articulate solutions. The person who solves problems is the one who will pass their exams. The person who solves problems is the one who will get that promotion or raise. Problem solvers are sought after, paid more and shown greater respect than problem creators or finders. Make your mark, leave your footprints on the moon and become a solution to somebody's dilemma.
Become a Problem Solver - Genesis 41
The world was about to be hit one of the most profound economic recessions it had ever seen. Millions were destined to die of starvation and nations threatened to be wiped out. A great famine was about to hit the land of Egypt. In Genesis 41, God gave Pharaoh two troublesome dreams predicting impending disaster but he needed someone to help him make sense of it. Joseph showed up on the scene and by the grace of God was able to explain Pharaoh's dream. However what is most striking about the anointing in Joseph's life was the ability to also come up with a solution. There are many people who have mastered the art of finding fault and pointing out mistakes. They are expert problem highlighters. Moon walkers not only see the problem but also know how to create and articulate solutions. The person who solves problems is the one who will pass their exams. The person who solves problems is the one who will get that promotion or raise. Problem solvers are sought after, paid more and shown greater respect than problem creators or finders. Make your mark, leave your footprints on the moon and become a solution to somebody's dilemma.
Tuesday, March 20th Fulfill A Need - Acts 3:1-10
Tuesday, March 20th
Fulfill A Need - Acts 3:1-10
We have all been created to fulfil a need. In the history of Israel, Joseph was born to save them from starvation, Moses was created to deliver them from slavery and Esther was divinely appointed to prevent their extinction. Even outcasts from the nation of Israel, like Rehab the prostitute who helped Joshua and his men, had their use. Whether big or small, recorded or unrecorded, notable or unknown to the public, you were born to fulfill a need. That need arose even before your birth.
Jesus Christ came to the earth to fulfil the ultimate need of mankind; the need for a Saviour. Even He breaks it down further and describes the brevity of that need in Luke 4:17-18. As seen in today's reading, Jesus' disciples continued to fulfil people?s needs even after His ascension to heaven. The greatest need God created you for is in the reconciliation of man to Himself. You were created to promote the Kingdom of God and facilitate the return of man into a relationship with God.
All around you are people who need you. Your role might be to act as an evangelist sharing the Gospel, or to serve others as a witness to Christ, or to be a good example of Christ at your work place.
Whatever you do, fulfill the need to the glory of God.
Fulfill A Need - Acts 3:1-10
We have all been created to fulfil a need. In the history of Israel, Joseph was born to save them from starvation, Moses was created to deliver them from slavery and Esther was divinely appointed to prevent their extinction. Even outcasts from the nation of Israel, like Rehab the prostitute who helped Joshua and his men, had their use. Whether big or small, recorded or unrecorded, notable or unknown to the public, you were born to fulfill a need. That need arose even before your birth.
Jesus Christ came to the earth to fulfil the ultimate need of mankind; the need for a Saviour. Even He breaks it down further and describes the brevity of that need in Luke 4:17-18. As seen in today's reading, Jesus' disciples continued to fulfil people?s needs even after His ascension to heaven. The greatest need God created you for is in the reconciliation of man to Himself. You were created to promote the Kingdom of God and facilitate the return of man into a relationship with God.
All around you are people who need you. Your role might be to act as an evangelist sharing the Gospel, or to serve others as a witness to Christ, or to be a good example of Christ at your work place.
Whatever you do, fulfill the need to the glory of God.
Monday, March 19th Visualize the Moon - Genesis 13: 14-17
Monday, March 19th
Visualize the Moon - Genesis 13: 14-17
In Genesis 13, Lot and Abraham go their separate ways. Lot chose to live in Sodom and Gomorrah, a land that seemed more fertile and prosperous, whilst Abraham remained in Canaan in obedience to God. He knew that God had already made a promise to make him a great nation.
At the end of the chapter, God appears to Abraham and confirms His promises to him. In verses 14-17, God asks Abraham to do 4 things: Look, See, Go and Walk through.
It is important to note that God asks Abraham to look and see his promises coming to reality before going and walking through it. There must be a visualization before the realization; it is the vision you perceive that gives rise to the reality you achieve. It is essential that you look and see the purpose God has for you actually happening in your life. This empowers you to be expectant of the end result even before the end occurs. What can you see in the spirit? What is the reality that God is showing you that has not yet manifested? Begin to ask God to open the eye of your spirit and show you what He has in store for you.
You must be able to visualise your moon before you can aim for it and walk on it to leave your footprints.
Visualize the Moon - Genesis 13: 14-17
In Genesis 13, Lot and Abraham go their separate ways. Lot chose to live in Sodom and Gomorrah, a land that seemed more fertile and prosperous, whilst Abraham remained in Canaan in obedience to God. He knew that God had already made a promise to make him a great nation.
At the end of the chapter, God appears to Abraham and confirms His promises to him. In verses 14-17, God asks Abraham to do 4 things: Look, See, Go and Walk through.
It is important to note that God asks Abraham to look and see his promises coming to reality before going and walking through it. There must be a visualization before the realization; it is the vision you perceive that gives rise to the reality you achieve. It is essential that you look and see the purpose God has for you actually happening in your life. This empowers you to be expectant of the end result even before the end occurs. What can you see in the spirit? What is the reality that God is showing you that has not yet manifested? Begin to ask God to open the eye of your spirit and show you what He has in store for you.
You must be able to visualise your moon before you can aim for it and walk on it to leave your footprints.
Sunday, March 18th Cultivate a Lifestyle of Prayer - Daniel 6: 1-23
Sunday, March 18th
Cultivate a Lifestyle of Prayer - Daniel 6: 1-23
King Darius was about to bestow upon Daniel a great honor in Daniel 6. Daniel was about to achieve a moon size accomplishment. Through the favor of God, Daniel the slave rose to become governor in a foreign land. In a plot to destroy and discredit him before the king, the only charge the other governors and advisers could bring against Daniel was his fervent devotion to prayer. They knew Daniel depended and relied on God as his source. They banked on and took advantage of his commitment to maintaining his relationship with God. Ultimately, God came through for Daniel and put his enemies to shame.
Likewise, if you are to achieve your purpose in life, you must cultivate a lifestyle of prayer. Prayer is the catalyst for lift off and the sustaining power when you are in flight.
As children of God, we are strangers in this land because we belong to the Kingdom of God. Through prayer, God is able to speak to us and we are able to respond to Him. Prayer must not be a once in a while thing we do when there is trouble or when time permits. Prayer must be a priority and our daily habit. Make a decision from now on to devote yourself daily to prayer.
Cultivate a Lifestyle of Prayer - Daniel 6: 1-23
King Darius was about to bestow upon Daniel a great honor in Daniel 6. Daniel was about to achieve a moon size accomplishment. Through the favor of God, Daniel the slave rose to become governor in a foreign land. In a plot to destroy and discredit him before the king, the only charge the other governors and advisers could bring against Daniel was his fervent devotion to prayer. They knew Daniel depended and relied on God as his source. They banked on and took advantage of his commitment to maintaining his relationship with God. Ultimately, God came through for Daniel and put his enemies to shame.
Likewise, if you are to achieve your purpose in life, you must cultivate a lifestyle of prayer. Prayer is the catalyst for lift off and the sustaining power when you are in flight.
As children of God, we are strangers in this land because we belong to the Kingdom of God. Through prayer, God is able to speak to us and we are able to respond to Him. Prayer must not be a once in a while thing we do when there is trouble or when time permits. Prayer must be a priority and our daily habit. Make a decision from now on to devote yourself daily to prayer.
Saturday, March 17th Seek Divine Direction - 1 Samuel 30:1-20
Saturday, March 17th
Seek Divine Direction - 1 Samuel 30:1-20
In today's busy world, we are used to getting things in record time. We get our food fast, we relate to people from different time zones in real time via email and instant messaging. Everything is ordered, delivered and expected in a rush and if our demands are not met on time, we complain or take our business elsewhere. In today's reading, David's men were distraught. The troop had returned to camp to find their homes destroyed, their family and possessions taken away. They were close to stoning David. At that moment, it would have been easy to react hastily under pressure. Perhaps he was tempted to lash out at the men, as he too had suffered loss, or he could have made rash promises of victory and restoration to them. Instead David did what we must do in our everyday lives. He simply inquired of the Lord. He did not assume victory or conclude that going to fight was the best and only option, He let God decide. You cannot have a successful journey in life without seeking divine direction in your endeavors. You must yield to the leading of the Holy Spirit in your life to direct and guide you; He will never lead you astray. He is the divine navigator, follow His lead today.
Seek Divine Direction - 1 Samuel 30:1-20
In today's busy world, we are used to getting things in record time. We get our food fast, we relate to people from different time zones in real time via email and instant messaging. Everything is ordered, delivered and expected in a rush and if our demands are not met on time, we complain or take our business elsewhere. In today's reading, David's men were distraught. The troop had returned to camp to find their homes destroyed, their family and possessions taken away. They were close to stoning David. At that moment, it would have been easy to react hastily under pressure. Perhaps he was tempted to lash out at the men, as he too had suffered loss, or he could have made rash promises of victory and restoration to them. Instead David did what we must do in our everyday lives. He simply inquired of the Lord. He did not assume victory or conclude that going to fight was the best and only option, He let God decide. You cannot have a successful journey in life without seeking divine direction in your endeavors. You must yield to the leading of the Holy Spirit in your life to direct and guide you; He will never lead you astray. He is the divine navigator, follow His lead today.
Friday, March 16, 2012
Friday, March 16th - Return to the Potter
Friday, March 16th
Return to the Potter - Isaiah 64: 4-9
Intelligent Design is the understanding that the complexity, beauty and composition of this world is the work of an intelligent mind as opposed to a random, non-purposeful chain of events. Creationists believe that this Intelligent Designer is God.
The Bible tells us that God is our Potter and we are the work of His hands, products of His labour. A Potter shapes the clay, fires it and then glazes it in order to design different objects for the desired purpose. A ceramic vase is designed with its unique purpose in mind, to hold flowers.
In the same way, God, your Intelligent Designer and perfect Potter knows just what purpose you were created for. You are the work of His hand and only in His hands, can you be moulded, fired up and shaped to fulfil His desired will for your life.
If you want to leave your footprints on the moon, you must return to God, the Potter and ask Him to show you what destiny He had in mind when He was creating you. Submit to His shaping and moulding. Allow Him to fire you up. Relent in absolute surrender to His decoration and beautification of your life for His glory.
Return to the Potter - Isaiah 64: 4-9
Intelligent Design is the understanding that the complexity, beauty and composition of this world is the work of an intelligent mind as opposed to a random, non-purposeful chain of events. Creationists believe that this Intelligent Designer is God.
The Bible tells us that God is our Potter and we are the work of His hands, products of His labour. A Potter shapes the clay, fires it and then glazes it in order to design different objects for the desired purpose. A ceramic vase is designed with its unique purpose in mind, to hold flowers.
In the same way, God, your Intelligent Designer and perfect Potter knows just what purpose you were created for. You are the work of His hand and only in His hands, can you be moulded, fired up and shaped to fulfil His desired will for your life.
If you want to leave your footprints on the moon, you must return to God, the Potter and ask Him to show you what destiny He had in mind when He was creating you. Submit to His shaping and moulding. Allow Him to fire you up. Relent in absolute surrender to His decoration and beautification of your life for His glory.
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