“For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves..” – Collosians 1:13 (NIV). Before Christianity arrived here in Africa there were other beliefs tying down people in a kingdom of darkness. This was centered on vengeful gods occasionally
“Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice” – Proverbs 27:9 (NIV). Jesus was a man of friends. Once in his work he was prompted to turn around when he mentioned, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I
“May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed” – Psalm 20:4 (NIV). The ancient Egyptian premier Joseph and King David have a particular common characteristics: two individuals who were blessed with success, in their work. When Joseph was taken into the household of
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens..” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV). “Where did all the time go!” asked a certain parent soon after their last born left the house to take up a job upcountry. The older three children were already out of
“The Lord is the one who goes ahead of you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed” – Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV). There is a whole industry of motivational speakers. It’s purpose is to inspire those who listen with
“But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God” – John 1: 12-13 (NIV). Gen 4:9
“Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm” – Ephesians 6:13 (NIV). What if you were about to report for your first day on the job, all eyes looking out in anticipation,
“The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them” – Psalm 34:7 (NIV). A certain friend was riding a motorcycle along a busy highway. Ahead he saw several cars move in his direction at some wicked speed. He decided to edge away a bit
“Then call on me when you are in trouble, and I will rescue you, and you will give me glory” – Psalm 50: 15 (NIV). Perhaps you have heard the song, “Something good is going to happen to you!” as you should. It has numerous versions, for your information. One
“You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. You do not have because you do not ask God. When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may spend what
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