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Over-Righteous: Can a Christian Become Over-Wise?

Posted by May 31, 2020 Holy Word, Church, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
Over-Righteous: Can a Christian Become Over-Wise?

If a voice calls you over-righteous in your heart when you play a wise role in a tough circumstance, don’t feel bad because your reward is heaven.

Today’s message explains how Ecclesiastes chapter 7 verse 15 to 17 can confuse you about the practice of righteousness.

“All things have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just man that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked man that prolongeth his life in his wickedness.

Be not righteous over much; neither make thyself over wise: why shouldest thou destroy thyself? {destroy…: Heb. be desolate?}

Be not over much wicked, neither be thou foolish: why shouldest thou die before thy time? {before…: Heb. not in thy time?}” (kjv)

The Context of Book of Ecclesiastes

Remember the rule of reading the bible which involves understanding the concept of the writer, the content and context.

The book of Ecclesiastes is completely a personal deduction of King Solomon about the kind of life he lived. It’s full of regrets.

There is no single verse in this book that God neither speaks nor give instruction to king Solomon. So, you have to be very careful when reading the book.

When you test some of the expressions with the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ, you will notice that some of king Solomon’s expression in the book of Ecclesiastes failed woefully.

The first part of verse 15 gives us an understanding that verse 16 and 17 are product of “his days of vanity”.

What are King Solomon days of vanity?

The days he enjoyed life without God’s direction. The days he spent without obeying the instructions of the LORD. The days his wives and concubines turned his heart away from the LORD.

The book of First King chapter 11 verse 1 and 2 : “But King Solomon loved many foreign women, as well as the daughter of Pharaoh: women of the Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites, Sidonians, and Hittites-from the nations of whom the LORD had said to the children of Israel, “You shall not intermarry with them, nor they with you. Surely they will turn away your hearts after their gods.” Solomon clung to these in love.”

Can I Obey the King’s instruction?

No Christian is expected to yield to his advice in Ecclesiastes chapter 7 verse 16 and 17: “Be not righteous over much…. Be not over much wicked…”

King Solomon is not speaking proverbially in verse 15, he shared the experience of a just man who die speaking the truth.

And in his own opinion (not led by God); in verse 16, he advised his audience to sit on the fence when it comes to the issue of speaking (or acting) the truth.

In verse 17, he admonished his audience to be wicked but no too much wickedness. For instance, when someone embarrass you treat his mess!

Verse 16 and 17 give us a clear picture of the “life of vanity” king Solomon lived. A life of a little righteousness and a little wickedness.

Does Jesus Have Any Reference to Over-Righteous?

  1. Jesus teaches us to be righteous in all the days of our life. He never mentioned over-righteousness, because there is nothing of such. If you are controlled by the Holy Spirit, you cannot be over-righteous. Righteousness is a lifestyle in Christ.

Jesus says: “Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:10)

 

So, don’t feel bad when you are hurt or embarrassed for the sake of righteousness.

 

  1. Jesus never encouraged any form of wickedness for the Christians. Wickedness of any measure is a sin.

 

“For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornication, murders, Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness: All these evil things come from within, and defile the man.” (Mark 7:21-23)

Writer of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes contradicts himself

I always feel bad when I read the latter end of King Solomon’s life. He lived a contradictory life. Can you believe someone who wrote against wickedness in his book of Proverbs can write in support of such act latter in his life?

“Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.” (Proverbs 10:2)

No wonder the end of king Solomon was not as glorious as his early days.

“…And Solomon did evil in the sight of the LORD, and went not fully after the LORD, as did David his father… And the LORD stirred up an adversary unto Solomon, Hadad the Edomite: he was of the king’s seed in Edom…” (Please read 1King chapter 11)

Are All Books Scriptures From the LORD?

Not all collections in the Bible are Scriptures from the LORD. The 66 books were collated by men, it might shock you to know that there are many more Scriptures not found anymore. Though, the few we have is enough for us with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Paul’s statement to Timothy was recorded in 2 Timothy 3:16-17: “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.”

Paul’s definition of scripture is; God’s message written by servants of God. Perfect examples are all the book of the Prophets. It might shock you to know that not all the statements of Paul must be obeyed. You have to sieve his letters to separate God’s message and his own personal opinion.

For instance, 1Corinthians 7:6 “But I speak this by permission, and not of commandment…” Others are: 1Cor 7:12,25; 2Cor 8:8; 11:17

Note: Paul never knew which books would be collated to make up the 66 books we read today as Bible.

So, Paul’s statement in 2 Timothy 3:16-17 does not authorise you to believe and obey king Solomon’s statement in Ecclesiastes 7:15-17 because it is not an inspiration from God, it is not a profitable doctrine and to make matters worse it was not for instruction in righteousness.

 

Finally, the instructions you are expected to obey in the Bible are God’s speech in the Old and New Testaments. Messages of Jesus in the New Testament. Direct messages of God through the disciples. Some selected messages of God through Paul.

You are not obliged to obey other books and letters without direct message of God. But they are useful to learn from the writers. For instance, I learnt from king Solomon that my wealth should be under the control of Jesus Christ and not by the beauties of life, parties, drinks or women…   

Familiar Spirit: How Can Christian Defeat Domestic Spirit?

Posted by May 9, 2020 Holy Word, Word of Faith 6 Comments
Familiar Spirit: How Can Christian Defeat Domestic Spirit?

Familiar spirit is a ministering spirit designated to help someone through the influence of dark powers. This spirit is the Devil’s version of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit gives counsel and helps someone without harm, but familiar spirit helps and hurt his client later on.

I put up this message today through the help of the Holy Spirit because many Christians are still under the torments of familiar spirit. I would expose the secret of familiar spirit and how Christians can be free from the terrible influence.

What help does this household spirit gives?

  1. It helps the witches and the sorcerer in their crafty business. For instance; the manipulation of Samuel’s image and voice when king Saul sought to hear from the dead.
    (First Samuel chapter 28)
  2. Familiar spirit assists the false prophets and pastors to predict the future of their members (divination).

The Cause of Familiar Spirit to Your Life?

When I gave my life to Jesus Christ and defeated the Devil’s confrontation through the Blood of Jesus, I thought that was all. My life became well improved but sometimes I still go through some struggles which I later identified the source to be the familiar spirit. I want to share some sources through which familiar spirit could get to you:

  1. Through your parents: If your parents had carried you to a witch doctor or any demonic consultant for help or dedicated you to the evil spirit…
  2. Visiting your false prophet (divination): If you have visited a false prophet to ask about your future or any help in a desperate way…
  3. Through exposure to demonic materials or wears: Ouija board, dark world materials, soap/oil/handkerchief/miracle water from false Pastors or Prophets…
  4. Joining the nice occult group: for instance, the white witches, churches with witchcraft doctrines and so on.
  5. Relationship with the Astrologers either offline or through the internet…
  6. Familiar spirit can move from one generation of your family to another.

How Does a Familiar Spirit Work?

Familiar spirit is used to your spirit and soul. It connects you to the kingdom of Devil. When you don’t have the Holy Spirit, it takes the full control of your life. The domestic spirit looks very friendly to you because it communicates unique information to you and answers your errands. His consolation is that when you die, you’ll go to hell.

But the day you give your life to Jesus and ask for the invitation of the Holy Spirit into you…a battle line is drawn!!

Yes, the familiar spirit would vacate your heart for the Holy Spirit to come in, but any slightest slackness from you is an opportunity for a strike.

Note: Giving your life to Jesus does not mean that the LORD would spoon-feed you. “But Jesus said to him, “No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.” (Luke 9:62)

7 Ways You Can be Pulled Down

The familiar spirit is capable of doing the following:

    1. When you keep seeing the dead familiar people
    2. Hallucination through drugs or alcohol
    3. Frightening dreams or visions with consistent pattern of familiar places related to your old school, old parent’s house or village, group of dreadful people, long chase by thugs and the likes
    4. Thoughtful negative voices threatening your job, family and life.
    5. Exaggerating your challenges to sow seeds of bitterness into you.
    6. Always refer you to your friends and relatives doing better than you to make you feel uncomfortable with God.
    7. Fear, fear, fear, everything, everywhere, you are always afraid!

Your heart is the only place the familiar spirit can use to make an impact, thus, secure your heart with the word of GOD.

 10 Ways to Defeat Familiar Spirit

This domestic spirit is not a respecter of your status as a Christian. He is not bothered if you are devoted or full of anointing. He waits patiently for an opportunity to remind you of your past. Some steps to take to become victorious include:

  1. Don’t believe the voice of condemnation.

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” (2Corinthian 5:17)

  1. Melt every fear with the hopeful and faithful word of GOD.

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” (2Timothy 1:7)

  1. Give your whole heart to the LORD. So, don’t think carelessly!
  2. If your heart is full of fear or worries, you would have bad dreams, so ease your heart with good gospel music before going to bed.
  3. Miracle can’t stop it, so confront familiar spirit by sharply rebuking his familiar talks or images.
  4. Don’t give room to digest and analyse the thoughts from your familiar spirit. It may go big and get you depressed!
  5. Read more passages in the Bible and less of your old dairies.
  6. Stay away from close associates that gets you depressed with their toxic words.
  7. Be cautious and not conscious to sin.
  8. Your technical know-how cannot stop the familiar spirit, but your trust in Jesus every moment of your life is the golden bullet!

Familiar spirit is a demon attached to an individual to serve as a household servant. Christians suffering from the influence of this domestic spirit can receive permanent victory through faith and discipline on the path of righteousness. I have overcome the household spirit, so you can! 

Coronavirus: Eye-Opener for the Sensitive Christians!

Posted by Apr 8, 2020 Holy Word, Church, Gospel Evangelism Leave a Comment
Coronavirus: Eye-Opener for the Sensitive Christians!

Coronavirus disease is a global pandemic affecting more than 225 countries; 6,184,299 deaths and 494.3 million infected cases – still counting. All experts in the world are helpless and no drug could cure this plague in our midst! Though vaccines are available now.

I call Covid-19 the Hands of the LORD to remind us that He controls the world. He is not wicked, but fulfilling the ancient prophesy!

Today’s message would help you to have a practical insight on how the Day of rapture could play out.

9 Lessons to Learn from Coronavirus Pandemic 

1. Coronavirus is now the greatest event shaking all the continents; thus, the rapture would occur one day and shake the root of the world.

Matthew chapter 24 verse 40 to 42: “Then two men will be in the field: one will be taken and the other left. Two women will be grinding at the mill: one will be taken and the other left. Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.”

2. Covid-19 arose without warning to the world; so, the second coming of Jesus would happen suddenly and without prior notice.

First Thessalonians chapter 5 verse 2: “For you yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night.”

3. The Church never knew this pandemic would affect her early activities for the year 2020; So, a greater percentage of Christians may be taken unaware of the last day.

Matthew chapter 24 verse 38 and 39: “For as in the days before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noah entered the ark, and did not know until the flood came and took them all away, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be.”

4. Weak patients had no opportunity to move off the hook of the deadly Coronavirus; the lukewarm Christians who miss the rapture would find it extremely difficult to endure the scorpion-whip of the anti-Christ.

Revelation chapter 13 verse 15 to 17: “…as many as would not worship the image of the beast to be killed…and that no one may buy or sell except one who has the mark or the name of the beast, or the number of his name.”

5. Coronavirus had no respect neither for the world leaders nor human race; The events of the last day shall have no regard for ecclesiastical titles, church buildings or accounts.

Matthew chapter 5 verse 20: “For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven.”
 
6. This pandemic was able to distinguish the fearful and the faithful Christians; Rapture shall be a day when the sheep shall be separated from the goats.

Matthew chapter 25 verse 32 and 33: “All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides his sheep from the goats. And He will set the sheep on His right hand, but the goats on the left.”
 
7. The virus had split the church into two. The members who kept Jesus in their church buildings and the ones who keep Jesus in their heart; The D-day shall differentiate between Christians on the broad way and the narrow way.

Matthew chapter 7 verse 13 and 14: “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it.”

8. Coronavirus reveals sincere church leaders who releases funds from the treasury to help the poor members and the hypocrite leaders asking for tithes and offerings during the lockdown; The Day of the LORD shall separate sincerity from hypocrisy.

9. Covid-19 caused a lockdown and many lost their faith because they couldn’t enter the church building; The Rapture shall separate those whose lives are hidden in Christ from those who are hiding in the church.

Matthew chapter 7 verse 22 and 23: “Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’”

 

It’s time for you to search through your heart. Resolve all issues with the Lord. The window for forgiveness is available. Reconcile with the LORD and He would strengthen you.

All Christians must be at alert! HE may come during our generation!! Are you Ready?

Fear of Coronavirus: What should the Christians do?

Posted by Mar 23, 2020 Holy Word, Word of Faith 2 Comments
Fear of Coronavirus: What should the Christians do?

Coronavirus is an element of reminder to let you know that the control of the world is not in the hands of man or any form of technology! The fear of coronavirus is presently all over the world. The scientists are perplexed, the economic experts are fidgeting and the doctors are dying. Should the Christians get collapsed as well? No!!

I received three messages from the LORD in the beginning of year 2020. And my heart stroked when I heard the description given to COVID-19 by the US President: “Coronavirus is blindsided….”

The LORD told me that there would be a high incidence of blindfoldedness in the world this year.

I didn’t bother to ask God questions, but I told people close to me to be at alert. Obviously, the world is currently going through a dark time!  

Today’s message will give an update of coronavirus and how the Christians can be safe from this disease.

Current Pandemic brings Fear of Coronavirus

The outbreak of this virus was thought to have originated in a seafood market where wildlife was sold illegally in China’s Wuhan city around December 2019.

The global report as at 6th April 2022 shows that 494,286,073 cases of Coronavirus exist in 225 countries across the world, 6,184,299 deaths and 429,921,167 lucky people recovered from the disease.

The scientific code for coronavirus is COVID-19. covid19

Symptoms of COVID-19

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a new strain that was discovered in 2019 and has not been previously identified in humans.

Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people. 

Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death. 

Symptoms can show up within 2 to 14 days of contact to the viral infection while some infected people show no symptomatic signs (they are called carriers).

Preventive Measures to Avoid Contacting Coronavirus

Despite the fear of coronavirus, there is currently no vaccine or drug to cure it. And it is thought to spread through the droplets of an infected person. The following preventive measures are essential for you:

1. Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or rub with hand sanitiser.

2. Avoid close contact with the sick.

3. If your community is affected then keep a distance of 2 meters from the next person.

4. Disinfect touched surfaces such as; tables, doorknobs, toilets, and faucets frequently.

5. Cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze and dispose the used tissue immediately.

Effect of Coronavirus on the World Economy

The fear of coronavirus is having a profound and serious impact on the global economy and has sent policymakers looking for ways to respond.

The American economy is facing a plunge into uncharted waters. Economists say there is little doubt that the nation is headed into a recession because of the coronavirus pandemic, with businesses shutting down and Americans being shut in. But it is harder to foresee the bottom and how long it will take to climb back.

Globally, the coronavirus shock is severe even compared to the Great Financial Crisis in 2007–08.

UNCTAD, the UN trade agency, warned of a slowdown of global growth to under 2% this year, effectively wiping $1 trillion off the value of the world economy.

Globally, the airline industry is set to lose $29bn, according to the International Air Transportation Association.

The virus could affect up to 42 percent of China’s economy, according to Standard Chartered.

What should Christians do during this dark time?

Christians must not be afraid of this virus because the covenant of God is available for us. “A thousand may fall at your side, and ten thousand at your right hand; But it shall not come near you.” (Psalm 91:7)

The best act for you in this dark time is to study the significance of Covid-19!

1. The pandemic nature should be a reminder to you that certainly this world would have an end-time as prophesied by our Lord Jesus Christ.

“For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places.” (Matthew 24:7)

2. Its uncontrollable widespread across the world shows that very soon people that put their trust in the world leaders and things of this world shall lose forever.

So, always put your trust in the LORD.

“As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the LORD is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him.” (2 Samuel 22:31)  

3. Covid-19 is a test of faith. How many Christians are currently peaceful and what number had fear…? Jesus asked in Luke chapter 18 verse 8:

“…Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will He really find faith on the earth?”

4. The fear of coronavirus substantiates the saying: “Cleanliness is next to godliness.” The LORD is clean and He wants us to be clean as well. This virus had forced many to be hygienic…

“And they shall teach My people the difference between the holy and the unholy, and cause them to discern between the unclean and the clean.” (Ezekiel 44:23)

5. The solutions of the world leaders to curtail the viral spread include; travel ban and lockdown of territories. It’s a terrible situation for the citizens and I wonder how it would be for those that won’t be raptured during the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Don’t fear the virus, but fear the terrible occurrence that would take place when the elect is raptured. This pandemic is a call to check your stand in Christ.

“Therefore, let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall.” (1Corinthians 10:12)  

 

The fear of coronavirus is everywhere because its more than the usual flu, it kills people and affects the world economy and freedom! Covid-19 is a new dreadful virus that caught all the world experts unaware and spreading across the world.

Christians are not expected to be scared of this virus, but to be sensitive to the indirect messages of the pandemic. “For the Son of Man will come in the glory of His Father with His angels, and then He will reward each according to his works.” (Matthew 16:27)

You will be a victor during this hard time in Jesus name.

Struggling with Guilt? 9 Facts that can Deliver you!

Posted by Feb 29, 2020 Holy Word, Word of Faith Leave a Comment
Struggling with Guilt? 9 Facts that can Deliver you!

Seven out of ten new Christians struggle with the emotion of guilt, doubting if all their past terrible sins were forgiven. I once suffered such as well, but I thank God for His word that saved me from the sense of guilt.

Devil is not happy when you give your life to the LORD through Jesus Christ. He feels bitter when you confess your sins to the LORD. So, one of his tactics is to trouble your new mind with bias and sense of guilt. He makes you feel it is too real to be true for those past terrible sins to be forgiven by the LORD. Today’s message will strength your heart in Jesus name.

9 Bible Verses to Recite when Guilt Comes

1. When you obey the commandments of Jesus and you walk on the path of righteousness then reply any voice of guilt with this bible verse: Romans chapter 8 verse 1:

 

“There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.”

 

2. If you find yourself in a sin you confessed the previous day, don’t allow guilt to discourage you from the Christian race. Don’t give-up but ask God for forgiveness and the divine Power to overcome temptation.

 

Recite first John chapter 1 verse 9: “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

 

3. When the peace of your salvation is threatened by challenges or devil told you that a particular sin is bind to you forever. Don’t be depressed by the guilt, but claim your right to spiritual freedom.

 

Remember the prophetic message of the Psalmist: Psalm 103 verse 12: “As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.”

 

4. The plan of God is not to condemn you but to give you the grace to overcome a guilty life. When the thought of condemnation comes when you struggle with a temptation, please read John chapter 3 verse 17:

 

“For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.”

 

5. Shortly after given my life to the LORD, the thoughts of my old life kept on hunting me, but I refused to feel guilty of changing my bad lifestyle. I always recite second Corinthians chapter 5 verse 17:

 

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”

6. When you make mistakes and thoughts like; “you can never be free from sin” threatens your peace in Jesus Christ, then the powerful verse you need is Second Corinthians chapter 5 verse 21:

 

“For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.”

 

7. Don’t feel guilty because you can’t afford the money your pastor told you to drop for blessing your salvation in Jesus Christ.

Ephesians chapter 1 verse 7 says:

“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace”

 

8. When you fall many times, please don’t lose your focus in the salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ. The LORD is ready to reason with you. Isaiah chapter 1 verse 18 says:

 

 “‘Come now, and let us reason together,’” says the Lord, ‘Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.’”

 

The outcome of my reasoning with the LORD gave me the strength to stop sinning. Don’t give-up to condemnation because you can be free from those disturbing thoughts.

 

9. Devil won’t like you if you are an active Christian. When he comes to whisper to you that the LORD had not forgotten your past sins. Tell him with all boldness that he is a liar!

 

Hebrews chapter 8 verse 12 says: “For I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their lawless deeds I will remember no more.” 

When the wind of guilt blows to your heart while you are serving God, don’t feel bad. It’s the work of the devil, he wants to discourage you from pressing hard on the rough path of righteousness. Don’t be passive with thoughts of condemnation but respond with the powerful word of God in the Bible.