Topic: Trusting the Arm of Flesh? [Saturday 19, November 2016]
Memorise: Who art thou, O great mountain? before Zerubbabel thou shalt become a plain: and he shall bring forth the headstone thereof with shoutings, crying, Grace, grace unto it. – Zachariah 4:7
Read: 2 Chronicles 32:1-7 (KJV)
1 After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself.
2 And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem,
3 He took counsel with his princes and his mighty men to stop the waters of the fountains which were without the city: and they did help him.
4 So there was gathered much people together, who stopped all the fountains, and the brook that ran through the midst of the land, saying, Why should the kings of Assyria come, and find much water?
5 Also he strengthened himself, and built up all the wall that was broken, and raised it up to the towers, and another wall without, and repaired Millo in the city of David, and made darts and shields in abundance.
6 And he set captains of war over the people, and gathered them together to him in the street of the gate of the city, and spake comfortably to them, saying,
7 Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him:
Bible in One Year: Genesis 32:22-34:31, Psalms 106:1-12
MESSAGE:
There is nothing you want to become in life that you cannot be, when you leave your life in the hands of the Almighty God. There is nothing you want to achieve in life that you cannot achieve through the help of God. Man is limited; therefore there is a limit to how far he can help you. With God on your side, there is no mountain that cannot become a plain. Coming across a mountain already reveals to you that you need God’s support. Most times, when God wants to give you a testimony that will cause men to marvel, He wraps it up in a mountain and presents it to you. At such times, you don’t focus on the problem, but on the one who can solve the problem. David did not focus on Goliath and his size, he instead focused on the God of Israel and the rest is history.
Those who put their trust in flesh will never have peace. They are never sure of what will happen to them next. You can live in peace when you know that the Lord is by your side no matter what happens. With God on your side, you can look into your glorious future and walk into it as a victor. There will be battles, but with the Almighty God on your side, you are already a victor. After I became the General Overseer, there were mountains I could never have imagined as plains. There were storms and battles, but in the midst of these events, I enjoyed God’s backing because He was the one who called me. This is why I pity those who put their trust in the arm of flesh. The man you are looking at today may be dead tomorrow, but there is a God in Heaven who never dies. The politician you look up to may lose the election tomorrow but there is a God who makes kings. He is the one who pulls one down and lifts the others. If you want to experience a permanent turnaround in your life, you have to cry to the Almighty God concerning that unpleasant situation and you will see help coming your way.
Do you desire to move from being mocked to being celebrated? Then turn to God. Do you want to operate in the miraculous? Turn to God. Have you been ignored and people are trying to push you out of relevance? Cry to God. Have people written you off as ‘never can succeed’? Cry to Jesus and you will see God arise to attend to your case. With God on your side, those arms of flesh who told you that without them you won’t make it will be the ones to ask you “WHO DID IT?” And you will be able to confidently reply them by saying “JESUS, OH MY GOD, WOW!”
Key point: When Jesus is your root, you can never be uprooted by the devil.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
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Friday, 18 November 2016
Is The Buhari Administration Confused, Forgetful or Dishonest? By Reno Omokri
Sometimes, I wish President Muhammadu Buhari would have been as proficient in arresting Nigeria's recession as he is in arresting his critics! How I pray that this administration was as eloquent at announcing to the public what it has done as it is expert in informing the public what it is that ex-President Goodluck Jonathan allegedly did not do! If only this government applied itself to generating wealth for the nation the way it has devoted itself towards borrowing $29.9 billion.
Wouldn't they have been popular if only they took time to sell their ideas and programs to Nigeria the way they lobbied to sell national assets that more serious governments acquired for Nigeria in times past. But alas, this is an administration that believes in propaganda instead of proper agenda!
And speaking of propaganda, nothing proves my point than the conflicting statements that keep emanating from the Presidency.
After attending Eid prayers in Daura on September 12, 2016, President Muhammadu Buhari spoke to newsmen and said 'we should thank God this year, the report I'm getting, which is very pleasing, is that we will have a bumper harvest this year.'
Well, we should thank God everyday and every year, whether or not we have a bumper harvest because we enjoy our existence by His providence, but that is not my point.
My point is that after saying what he did, President Buhari's presidency turned around on November 14, 2016 to raise an alarm of an impending famine.
The loud headline on the Punch Newspapers on that day screamed 'Presidency Raises Alarm Over Imminent Famine'!
Now how can you have a famine two months after a supposed 'bumper harvest'? This makes no sense!
Sometimes I wonder whether the President Buhari led administration is confused or perhaps it is forgetful or maybe if it is untruthful!
How can you have a bumper harvest and then say that famine is imminent in the same breath? Is that now how they accused Goodluck Jonathan of looting $15 billion out of $10 billion?
I hope those who excoriated me when I pointed out that Audu Ogbeh, a graduate of French, was the wrong choice to succeed Akinwumi Adesina, a PhD in agricultural economics from Purdue university, can now see the sense in my admonition.
Just three years ago, Nigeria under President Jonathan received a Food and Agriculture Organization award by the United Nations for reducing hunger and now we have made a 360 degree turn and are on the brink of a famine.
And the contradictory statements continue.
President Muhammadu Buhari during his Independence Day broadcast of October 1, 2016 said 'investors from all over the world are falling over themselves to come and do business in Nigeria.”
How the President uttered that lie with a straight face still amazes me. But what was even more amazing is the headline in the papers on Tuesday, November 15, 2016.
On that day, The Cable newspaper ran with a headline 'EU: Five Reasons Our Investors Are Not Coming to Nigeria' in which it interviewed Michel Arrion, head of the EU delegation to Nigeria, who gave reasons why European Union investors were not 'falling over themselves to come and do business in Nigeria', chief of which was the Buhari administration's unstable and unreliable foreign exchange policy and its general economic direction.
Talking about unstable financial policies, with all due respect, Kemi Adeosun cannot pull off the economic magic that Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala pulled off under President Obasanjo (when oil sold for less than half of what it sells for today) and under President Jonathan.
Kemi Adeosun has a bachelor degree in economics from the University of East London. I schooled in England and I know that that University is a second class university. The school ranks number 126 in the U.K University League Table 2017. Go ahead and Google it!
Moreso, this is someone who has just a degree in economics and post graduate diploma which is not as high as bachelors.
Now you had someone who has a PHD in regional and economic development and worked as a Managing Director at the World Bank and also a former Minister of Finance replaced by Kemi.
In a difficult period like this you need to put your best hands and as a leader, you have to be unsentimental and take hard decisions. Nigeria is in recession and we need our best hands.
The above fact was made ever more obvious on Monday November 14, 2016 when the National Bureau of Statistics revealed that Nigeria is experiencing a record inflation of 18.3%. To put things in perspective Nigeria's inflation rate fell below 9% under President Jonathan but has doubled under President Buhari!
From record recession to record inflation and now record famine. This is what happens when you blame others instead of taking responsibility!
Success in government comes from deciding early on in what direction you as President want to go and only bring in appointees who are going in the same direction as you are. Such appointees will help you overcome your weaknesses
because everyone has weaknesses and makes mistakes.
The difference is that wise leaders focus on recovering from mistakes while leaders lacking in wisdom focus on who to blame.
You see, the purpose of power is not to impress people with what you can do but to achieve greatness through with the power you yield.
It is highly embarrassing that this administration continues to blame previous administrations yet in all spheres and in all indexes it is underperforming when compared with the very administrations it denigrates.
And not content with denigrating past administrations, this government wants to extends its caustic tongue on foreign governments.
After the Federal Executive Council meeting of Wednesday November 9, 2016, the minister of agriculture, Audu Ogbeh said of Donald Trump's victory “he made comments about Nigerians when he was campaigning that they had stolen money, they should go back to their country and live. He has a very low opinion of the blacks and Hispanics. We hope he’ll become a president now for all, including Nigerians and others, resident in the US.
“But if he doesn’t, it means we’ll have to re-tune and re-tool our foreign policy to begin to find a situation where we may have to be welcoming some of our people if they come under extreme pressure. We hope it doesn’t happen.”
First of all, it is really sad that the minister based what he said on beer parlour rumour because Donald Trump has never even mentioned Nigeria during the electioneering campaigns and all those reports have been debunked by the BBC which did a fact check on what Trump did or did not say titled 'Mythbuster: What Donald Trump didn't say about Africa' and published on November 11, 2016.
However, with all that President Buhari's grass importing minister of agriculture said about Donald Trump, let us appreciate the fact that though Donald Trump has not even been sworn in, he has already named some members of his intended cabinet just days after winning the election. That is real change, not the reverse change promised by someone who waited for 6 months after his swearing in before naming his cabinet consisting of an Agriculture minister who studied French and other misfits!
Omokri is the founder of the Mind of Christ Christian Center in California, author of Shunpiking: No Shortcuts to God and Why Jesus Wept and the host of Transformation with Reno Omokri
Wouldn't they have been popular if only they took time to sell their ideas and programs to Nigeria the way they lobbied to sell national assets that more serious governments acquired for Nigeria in times past. But alas, this is an administration that believes in propaganda instead of proper agenda!
And speaking of propaganda, nothing proves my point than the conflicting statements that keep emanating from the Presidency.
After attending Eid prayers in Daura on September 12, 2016, President Muhammadu Buhari spoke to newsmen and said 'we should thank God this year, the report I'm getting, which is very pleasing, is that we will have a bumper harvest this year.'
Well, we should thank God everyday and every year, whether or not we have a bumper harvest because we enjoy our existence by His providence, but that is not my point.
My point is that after saying what he did, President Buhari's presidency turned around on November 14, 2016 to raise an alarm of an impending famine.
The loud headline on the Punch Newspapers on that day screamed 'Presidency Raises Alarm Over Imminent Famine'!
Now how can you have a famine two months after a supposed 'bumper harvest'? This makes no sense!
Sometimes I wonder whether the President Buhari led administration is confused or perhaps it is forgetful or maybe if it is untruthful!
How can you have a bumper harvest and then say that famine is imminent in the same breath? Is that now how they accused Goodluck Jonathan of looting $15 billion out of $10 billion?
I hope those who excoriated me when I pointed out that Audu Ogbeh, a graduate of French, was the wrong choice to succeed Akinwumi Adesina, a PhD in agricultural economics from Purdue university, can now see the sense in my admonition.
Just three years ago, Nigeria under President Jonathan received a Food and Agriculture Organization award by the United Nations for reducing hunger and now we have made a 360 degree turn and are on the brink of a famine.
And the contradictory statements continue.
President Muhammadu Buhari during his Independence Day broadcast of October 1, 2016 said 'investors from all over the world are falling over themselves to come and do business in Nigeria.”
How the President uttered that lie with a straight face still amazes me. But what was even more amazing is the headline in the papers on Tuesday, November 15, 2016.
On that day, The Cable newspaper ran with a headline 'EU: Five Reasons Our Investors Are Not Coming to Nigeria' in which it interviewed Michel Arrion, head of the EU delegation to Nigeria, who gave reasons why European Union investors were not 'falling over themselves to come and do business in Nigeria', chief of which was the Buhari administration's unstable and unreliable foreign exchange policy and its general economic direction.
Talking about unstable financial policies, with all due respect, Kemi Adeosun cannot pull off the economic magic that Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala pulled off under President Obasanjo (when oil sold for less than half of what it sells for today) and under President Jonathan.
Kemi Adeosun has a bachelor degree in economics from the University of East London. I schooled in England and I know that that University is a second class university. The school ranks number 126 in the U.K University League Table 2017. Go ahead and Google it!
Moreso, this is someone who has just a degree in economics and post graduate diploma which is not as high as bachelors.
Now you had someone who has a PHD in regional and economic development and worked as a Managing Director at the World Bank and also a former Minister of Finance replaced by Kemi.
In a difficult period like this you need to put your best hands and as a leader, you have to be unsentimental and take hard decisions. Nigeria is in recession and we need our best hands.
The above fact was made ever more obvious on Monday November 14, 2016 when the National Bureau of Statistics revealed that Nigeria is experiencing a record inflation of 18.3%. To put things in perspective Nigeria's inflation rate fell below 9% under President Jonathan but has doubled under President Buhari!
From record recession to record inflation and now record famine. This is what happens when you blame others instead of taking responsibility!
Success in government comes from deciding early on in what direction you as President want to go and only bring in appointees who are going in the same direction as you are. Such appointees will help you overcome your weaknesses
because everyone has weaknesses and makes mistakes.
The difference is that wise leaders focus on recovering from mistakes while leaders lacking in wisdom focus on who to blame.
You see, the purpose of power is not to impress people with what you can do but to achieve greatness through with the power you yield.
It is highly embarrassing that this administration continues to blame previous administrations yet in all spheres and in all indexes it is underperforming when compared with the very administrations it denigrates.
And not content with denigrating past administrations, this government wants to extends its caustic tongue on foreign governments.
After the Federal Executive Council meeting of Wednesday November 9, 2016, the minister of agriculture, Audu Ogbeh said of Donald Trump's victory “he made comments about Nigerians when he was campaigning that they had stolen money, they should go back to their country and live. He has a very low opinion of the blacks and Hispanics. We hope he’ll become a president now for all, including Nigerians and others, resident in the US.
“But if he doesn’t, it means we’ll have to re-tune and re-tool our foreign policy to begin to find a situation where we may have to be welcoming some of our people if they come under extreme pressure. We hope it doesn’t happen.”
First of all, it is really sad that the minister based what he said on beer parlour rumour because Donald Trump has never even mentioned Nigeria during the electioneering campaigns and all those reports have been debunked by the BBC which did a fact check on what Trump did or did not say titled 'Mythbuster: What Donald Trump didn't say about Africa' and published on November 11, 2016.
However, with all that President Buhari's grass importing minister of agriculture said about Donald Trump, let us appreciate the fact that though Donald Trump has not even been sworn in, he has already named some members of his intended cabinet just days after winning the election. That is real change, not the reverse change promised by someone who waited for 6 months after his swearing in before naming his cabinet consisting of an Agriculture minister who studied French and other misfits!
Omokri is the founder of the Mind of Christ Christian Center in California, author of Shunpiking: No Shortcuts to God and Why Jesus Wept and the host of Transformation with Reno Omokri
Open Heavens 18 November 2016: Friday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Beware of False Prophets
Topic: Beware of False Prophets [Friday 18, November 2016]
Memorise: And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch. – Mark 13:37
Read: Mark 13:30-37 (KJV)
30 Verily I say unto you, that this generation shall not pass, till all these things be done.
31 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
32 But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.
33 Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.
34 For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.
35 Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning:
36 Lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping.
37 And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 31:1-32:21, Psalms 105:15-45
MESSAGE:
Because some people do not want to be confronted with the truth of the Word of God, they run from Bible believing churches to places where their atrocities can be allowed and covered. No matter how far you run from the truth, one day, you will be confronted by it. False prophets will never allow you to see the light of the Word of God. The Word of God reveals and when your eyes are opened, you will be able to differentiate between the real and the fake. False prophets will never deliver the mind of God to their followers because they are false. Their messages are in various colours and they use numerous ways to manipulate their victims. This is why Jesus Christ has admonished us to be watchful and careful of false prophets who are wolves, but hide in sheep’s clothing. When they want to penetrate the life of anyone, they begin to tell you of your past in accurate details. You need to be sensitive in the spirit to know what is in their hearts. There are many innocent children of God who have given false prophets access into their lives. Unfortunately, some of them never recover from the damage done to them.
A true prophet of God will not play god in your life. A true prophet will do all within his calling to help you receive God first before you begin to talk of receiving His blessings. For you not to be a prey to false prophets, you have to be cautious and spirit minded, this is the only way to identify ‘pastors’ relating with you on the basis of what they want to get out of your life. False prophets will not ordinarily leave you until they have completed their mission of stealing your treasures, killing your investments and destroying your glorious destiny through manipulation and deceits from the pit of hell. It is important to note that the 21st century false prophets are not just those people you see in long white apparels and dreadlocks. The false prophets of the present age are now more refined and sophisticated. They now where Italian suits and speak Queen’s English, but deep inside of them, they are like a sepulchre.
Not all who introduce themselves to you as ministers are genuine ministers. You have to look beyond the titles and the influence they wield. You should check the kind of fruits they bear in the journey of the faith they profess.
Prayer Point: Father, deliver me from every false prophet in my life in Jesus’ name.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch. – Mark 13:37
Read: Mark 13:30-37 (KJV)
30 Verily I say unto you, that this generation shall not pass, till all these things be done.
31 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
32 But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.
33 Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is.
34 For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.
35 Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning:
36 Lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping.
37 And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 31:1-32:21, Psalms 105:15-45
MESSAGE:
Because some people do not want to be confronted with the truth of the Word of God, they run from Bible believing churches to places where their atrocities can be allowed and covered. No matter how far you run from the truth, one day, you will be confronted by it. False prophets will never allow you to see the light of the Word of God. The Word of God reveals and when your eyes are opened, you will be able to differentiate between the real and the fake. False prophets will never deliver the mind of God to their followers because they are false. Their messages are in various colours and they use numerous ways to manipulate their victims. This is why Jesus Christ has admonished us to be watchful and careful of false prophets who are wolves, but hide in sheep’s clothing. When they want to penetrate the life of anyone, they begin to tell you of your past in accurate details. You need to be sensitive in the spirit to know what is in their hearts. There are many innocent children of God who have given false prophets access into their lives. Unfortunately, some of them never recover from the damage done to them.
A true prophet of God will not play god in your life. A true prophet will do all within his calling to help you receive God first before you begin to talk of receiving His blessings. For you not to be a prey to false prophets, you have to be cautious and spirit minded, this is the only way to identify ‘pastors’ relating with you on the basis of what they want to get out of your life. False prophets will not ordinarily leave you until they have completed their mission of stealing your treasures, killing your investments and destroying your glorious destiny through manipulation and deceits from the pit of hell. It is important to note that the 21st century false prophets are not just those people you see in long white apparels and dreadlocks. The false prophets of the present age are now more refined and sophisticated. They now where Italian suits and speak Queen’s English, but deep inside of them, they are like a sepulchre.
Not all who introduce themselves to you as ministers are genuine ministers. You have to look beyond the titles and the influence they wield. You should check the kind of fruits they bear in the journey of the faith they profess.
Prayer Point: Father, deliver me from every false prophet in my life in Jesus’ name.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Thursday, 17 November 2016
Warning!!! Plastic rice floods Nigeria market
WARNING! As Plastic Rice Floods Nigeria, Use These 4 Tests To Determine If Your Rice Is Grown Or Plastic
With the Federal Government’s announcement of imminent famine next year coupled with Nigeria’s craze for imported goods, experts have raised the alarm of possible flooding of the Nigerian market with harmful ‘plastic rice.”
Since 2011, the world was alerted to the industrial manufacture of rice by Chinese firms.
In a report by the Korean Times on the growing menace, the newspaper said; “China famous for having all, making all, has now been reported to have made rice out of plastic and has distributed it.
“The Korean-language Weekly Hong Kong in Hong Kong quoted Singapore media that “Fake rice made out of plastic is massively sold on the Chinese market.”
“According to the report, some distributors are selling fake rice in Taiyuan, Shaanxi Province, and this rice is a mixture of potatoes, sweet potatoes and plastic.
“This ‘plastic rice’ is made by forming potatoes and sweet potatoes into rice-like shape, then adding industrial synthetic resins,” said a food expert. “Since the rice is different from normal rice, it is hard like stone even when cooked.
Moreover, the synthetic resin in it is very harmful to the human body.”
One Chinese restaurant association official warns that eating three bowls of ‘plastic rice’ is the same as eating one vinyl bag. He added that since the rice is very dangerous there would be strict investigation on the rice factory.
But Nigerians can determine if the rice they have is genuine or not by following any of the simple tests:
The water test
Pour a tablespoon of raw rice into a glass filled with cold water and mix vigorously. If the rice falls to the bottom of the glass, everything is fine, if on the contrary it floats on the surface, be vigilant, because it surely contains plastic!
The fire test
Using a lighter and a match, burn a handful of rice. If it catches fire and smells of burnt plastic, you know what to do! Do not eat it!
The mortar and pestle test
When molding a few grains of rice with a mortar and pestle, the powder should be quite white. For artificial rice, you will notice a yellow discoloration instead.
The mold test
If you want to be sure that you do not risk anything with your cooked rice, put a small amount into a tupperware and leave it in a warm place. In a few days, mold will have to appear, otherwise it is that your rice is artificial.
This is how to get it right: is the rice you buy natural or artificial? Show these diff tips to all your friends so they do not take the risk of eating plastic.
Source: thewhistler.ng
With the Federal Government’s announcement of imminent famine next year coupled with Nigeria’s craze for imported goods, experts have raised the alarm of possible flooding of the Nigerian market with harmful ‘plastic rice.”
Since 2011, the world was alerted to the industrial manufacture of rice by Chinese firms.
In a report by the Korean Times on the growing menace, the newspaper said; “China famous for having all, making all, has now been reported to have made rice out of plastic and has distributed it.
“The Korean-language Weekly Hong Kong in Hong Kong quoted Singapore media that “Fake rice made out of plastic is massively sold on the Chinese market.”
“According to the report, some distributors are selling fake rice in Taiyuan, Shaanxi Province, and this rice is a mixture of potatoes, sweet potatoes and plastic.
“This ‘plastic rice’ is made by forming potatoes and sweet potatoes into rice-like shape, then adding industrial synthetic resins,” said a food expert. “Since the rice is different from normal rice, it is hard like stone even when cooked.
Moreover, the synthetic resin in it is very harmful to the human body.”
One Chinese restaurant association official warns that eating three bowls of ‘plastic rice’ is the same as eating one vinyl bag. He added that since the rice is very dangerous there would be strict investigation on the rice factory.
But Nigerians can determine if the rice they have is genuine or not by following any of the simple tests:
The water test
Pour a tablespoon of raw rice into a glass filled with cold water and mix vigorously. If the rice falls to the bottom of the glass, everything is fine, if on the contrary it floats on the surface, be vigilant, because it surely contains plastic!
The fire test
Using a lighter and a match, burn a handful of rice. If it catches fire and smells of burnt plastic, you know what to do! Do not eat it!
The mortar and pestle test
When molding a few grains of rice with a mortar and pestle, the powder should be quite white. For artificial rice, you will notice a yellow discoloration instead.
The mold test
If you want to be sure that you do not risk anything with your cooked rice, put a small amount into a tupperware and leave it in a warm place. In a few days, mold will have to appear, otherwise it is that your rice is artificial.
This is how to get it right: is the rice you buy natural or artificial? Show these diff tips to all your friends so they do not take the risk of eating plastic.
Source: thewhistler.ng
Open Heavens 17 November 2016: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Narrow is the Way
Topic: Narrow is the Way [Thursday 17, November 2016]
Memorise: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. – Matthew 7:14
Read: Matthew 7:13-14 (KJV)
13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:
14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 29-30, Psalms 105:1-15
MESSAGE:
Making it to heaven isn’t an easy thing to achieve. It makes a firm decision to make it there irrespective of what others may be doing. Those engaged in self-righteousness, laziness and hypocrisy will not find a place in heaven. There are many people who are heading for destruction because they refuse to obey the commandment of the Almighty God. They do just what they want, but on the last day, the judgement of God will not spare them because nobody can escape that day. This is why you have to be serious with your Christian walk. Confessing that Christ is our Lord is not sufficient to earn us a place in the kingdom of God. Apostle Paul in Philippians 3:10 said:
“That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;”
There is a higher expectation from those who will make it to the kingdom of God, and this is why we need to understand that we need the help of the Almighty God. Jesus said there are people who profess Him as Lord everywhere they go, but not all of them will make it to His Kingdom. Are you a Pastor, Evangelist, Teacher, Apostle or an intercessor? All these are not sufficient to make one enter into the Kingdom. In other words, you can have all these titles and still miss the narrow way if your life is not in line with the pattern of Christ.
Are you still living your life as a natural man? If yes, you cannot go through the narrow way. The natural man will have to be redeemed through the Blood of Jesus before he can access the narrow way. Those who are not living their lives in accordance to the dictate of God cannot make it through the narrow way. Those who are still slaves to sin are far from the narrow way. The way to eternal life is for those who are redeemed through the Blood of the Lamb and have crucified their flesh. They have become alive to the realm of the spirit. The narrow way is for those who are walking in the spirit and are no longer fulfilling the lust of the flesh (Galatians 5:16). You have to make up your mind to be free from every bondage of sin and condemnation of the devil. Your life will have to be directed by the Holy Spirit, so that you are no longer ruled by your natural desires. Only those who manifest the fruits of the spirit in their lives will be able to go through the narrow way. If any of the fruit is absent in your life, there is an urgent need to do a self-appraisal before it becomes too late. The narrow gate is for those who know Christ and have lived their lives for Him. If your life is not confronting to the purpose for which He died, then you have to run to the cross for salvation.
Prayer Point: Father by your grace, please help me to make it on the last day.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. – Matthew 7:14
Read: Matthew 7:13-14 (KJV)
13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat:
14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 29-30, Psalms 105:1-15
MESSAGE:
Making it to heaven isn’t an easy thing to achieve. It makes a firm decision to make it there irrespective of what others may be doing. Those engaged in self-righteousness, laziness and hypocrisy will not find a place in heaven. There are many people who are heading for destruction because they refuse to obey the commandment of the Almighty God. They do just what they want, but on the last day, the judgement of God will not spare them because nobody can escape that day. This is why you have to be serious with your Christian walk. Confessing that Christ is our Lord is not sufficient to earn us a place in the kingdom of God. Apostle Paul in Philippians 3:10 said:
“That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;”
There is a higher expectation from those who will make it to the kingdom of God, and this is why we need to understand that we need the help of the Almighty God. Jesus said there are people who profess Him as Lord everywhere they go, but not all of them will make it to His Kingdom. Are you a Pastor, Evangelist, Teacher, Apostle or an intercessor? All these are not sufficient to make one enter into the Kingdom. In other words, you can have all these titles and still miss the narrow way if your life is not in line with the pattern of Christ.
Are you still living your life as a natural man? If yes, you cannot go through the narrow way. The natural man will have to be redeemed through the Blood of Jesus before he can access the narrow way. Those who are not living their lives in accordance to the dictate of God cannot make it through the narrow way. Those who are still slaves to sin are far from the narrow way. The way to eternal life is for those who are redeemed through the Blood of the Lamb and have crucified their flesh. They have become alive to the realm of the spirit. The narrow way is for those who are walking in the spirit and are no longer fulfilling the lust of the flesh (Galatians 5:16). You have to make up your mind to be free from every bondage of sin and condemnation of the devil. Your life will have to be directed by the Holy Spirit, so that you are no longer ruled by your natural desires. Only those who manifest the fruits of the spirit in their lives will be able to go through the narrow way. If any of the fruit is absent in your life, there is an urgent need to do a self-appraisal before it becomes too late. The narrow gate is for those who know Christ and have lived their lives for Him. If your life is not confronting to the purpose for which He died, then you have to run to the cross for salvation.
Prayer Point: Father by your grace, please help me to make it on the last day.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
JUNGLE JUSTICE BOY FAMILY MUST GET JUSTICE
PRESS RELEASE: #SayNoToJungleJustice; JUNGLE JUSTICE BOY FAMILY MUST GET JUSTICE- Wailing Wailers (@NGRWailers)
We want to call the attention of the Governor of Lagos State Governor, His Excellency Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, to the cruelty meted against one young man reported to be between the age of 7-16 years old accused of stealing Garri in Badagry area of Lagos State.
The boy was killed by mob action as seen in the video circulating on social media, a copy posted and pinned to our official Twitter Handle @NGRWailers.
We as a group, concerned with democracy and civic rights of Nigerian citizens totally condemn the sadistic and barbaric act of the killers in strong terms.
We call on Mr. Governor as the Chief Security officer of the state and all the state security agencies to wade into actions immediately and bring the perpetrators to book, the gory videos and pictures circulating on the internet can be leads to the arrest of killers of the young man.
We don’t encourage any citizen to engage in any theft, criminality or stealing of any form but even if the boy stole more than Garri as alleged online by some section of sympathizers, that does not warrant that the people should take laws into their own hands, at best, he could have been handed over to the nearest police station for investigation and be dealt with in accordance with the law of the land.
The matter have become a subject of national discourse and the good people of Nigeria wants to know how the state governor will handle the case to ensure that the family of the young man gets a fair justice for the deceased.
The worrisome and sad part as shown in the clip was that matured Nigerians, male and female who are likely to be residence of the area gathered and watched how the boy was subjected to a horrible pain before his death.
Some of them were even encouraging the killer on how he should kill the boy, this does not speak well of the oneness, peace, tolerance and love our forefathers fought very hard to achieve under a democratic setting in Nigeria.
There were many other cases of jungle justice which have been swept under the carpet; the #ALUU4 saga is still fresh in our memory where four young University undergraduates were killed and sent to early grave in cold blood by Aluu community in Rivers State on the allegation of cultism and robbery which has not been proven nor substantiated till date.
Nigeria is not a lawless country where citizens can take laws into their own hands, unfortunately, Nigerian government and security who are the law enforcers have not laid a good example with the recent killings of Indigenous People of Biafra agitators and members of Islamic Movements of Nigeria (Shiites)
The mindless killing of the young man and fellow citizen should be thoroughly investigated and his killers be brought to book to serve as deterrent to others who may likely engage in such heinous acts.
Usman Abubakar
Ag. NPS, Wailing Wailers
Headquarters, FCT. Abuja.
Wednesday, 16 November 2016
Oritsefemi appologizes to Shina Peller over club fight
As culled from LIB,
Oritsefemi who was beaten at Quilox club last weekend after he attacked a bouncer has taken to Instagram to tender his apology to the CEO of Quilox club, Shina Peller. He also apologized to the wounded bouncer and promsied to take care of his hospital bills.
@shinapeller remain my boss my friend and a brother for life....I know you will never ask any one to mob me.. It's never your fault neither your management team.. v chilled with you home and abroad, you are a cool hearted person...you'v been good to every one you v came across ...I don't know were this is coming from , but v accepted it as a very deep lesson from the almighty "amuwa olorun ni" ...in any way v offended you please forgive me ..and let our relationship remain stronger ....for the injured bouncer I will take a good responsibility for his health condition and always check on him ,as so many people v also pay me a visit here in the hospital and also my well wishers on social media ... I thank you guys for forgiving me .. iliasu " the injured bouncer "is also my brother from the same hood "aj city " I feel his pain also ... How I wish his not the victim he wouldn't v let any one touch me cos I know him to be a very galant dude ever...my people am deeply sorry for all that happens ...I promise to be the most gentle human being living on this earth..regardless any circumstances ...quilox nite club remain my home , our house ....your own Na still your own...jah love remain ....thanks
Oritsefemi who was beaten at Quilox club last weekend after he attacked a bouncer has taken to Instagram to tender his apology to the CEO of Quilox club, Shina Peller. He also apologized to the wounded bouncer and promsied to take care of his hospital bills.
@shinapeller remain my boss my friend and a brother for life....I know you will never ask any one to mob me.. It's never your fault neither your management team.. v chilled with you home and abroad, you are a cool hearted person...you'v been good to every one you v came across ...I don't know were this is coming from , but v accepted it as a very deep lesson from the almighty "amuwa olorun ni" ...in any way v offended you please forgive me ..and let our relationship remain stronger ....for the injured bouncer I will take a good responsibility for his health condition and always check on him ,as so many people v also pay me a visit here in the hospital and also my well wishers on social media ... I thank you guys for forgiving me .. iliasu " the injured bouncer "is also my brother from the same hood "aj city " I feel his pain also ... How I wish his not the victim he wouldn't v let any one touch me cos I know him to be a very galant dude ever...my people am deeply sorry for all that happens ...I promise to be the most gentle human being living on this earth..regardless any circumstances ...quilox nite club remain my home , our house ....your own Na still your own...jah love remain ....thanks
Open Heavens 16 November 2016: Wednesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Eternal Life Starts Here
Topic: Eternal Life Starts Here [Wednesday 16, November 2016]
Memorise: While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled. – John 17:12
Read: John 17:9-12 (KJV)
9 I pray for them: I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me; for they are thine.
10 And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am glorified in them.
11 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are.
12 While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 27-28, Psalms 104:19-35
MESSAGE:
In our Bible reading, Jesus explained that those that the Father gave to Him have been safely kept and there was none that was missing except the son of perdition. Children of perdition are those who revolt against the teachings and guidance of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ kept the disciples in the faith and His labour over them was not in vain. Today, we see the evidences of that investment through the spread of the gospel from one nation to another. This is possible because of the labour of the Apostles who were first commissioned to spread this good news.
When you follow Jesus through and through, He will keep you from falling into the persecution of your enemies. They will try all their best to trap you, but the Almighty God will always deliver you from their traps. One truth we must always remember is that we are weak and we cannot keep ourselves. This is why it is important to be a partner with Jesus. Once you leave your life in His care, you can be sure that your blessing is guarantee in Him. The Almighty God will keep you in Jesus’ name.
There are sons of perdition that will refuse to be kept by Jesus Christ. They will always intentionally disobey the instructions of the father. They are usually referred to as rebellious children who will not allow their lives to be governed by the truth in the Word of God. When a person who has been in God decides to forget his creator and also refuses the assembly of the brethren, such a person is already lost. It is not good for one to be left alone. Demas was left alone because he had given his heart to the world. Lot’s wife looked back and she became forgotten. The sons of Eli did not fulfil their destiny despite the fact that they had all the opportunities to succeed in life. Children of perdition are those who have not said goodbye to sin. They are still living in sin and sin is a destroyer not a builder. Sin separates people from the blessings of God; it does not attract them to the place of God. At salvation, God comes inside of you and turns your journey towards perdition to the path of eternal life. This means that you and God are on the same page, and you are running away from those things that will affect His relationship with you. If you resist His will, you will not be a partaker of His glory. This is why you have to leave behind all those things hindering you from serving God and surrender all to Him. Judgement is coming; to be forewarned is to be forearmed. Tomorrow may be too late. There is still an opportunity for you to rededicate your life. God rewards those who allow their lives to be guided by Him with pleasant blessings and assurances of security. Those who refuse the government of Jesus have already exposed themselves to the wickedness of this world. You will not miss it in Jesus’ name.
Prayer Point: Father let nothing take me away from you in Jesus’ name.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC. Click HERE to DOWNLOAD Daily Open Heavens Devotional from January to December 2016.
Memorise: While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled. – John 17:12
Read: John 17:9-12 (KJV)
9 I pray for them: I pray not for the world, but for them which thou hast given me; for they are thine.
10 And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am glorified in them.
11 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are.
12 While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 27-28, Psalms 104:19-35
MESSAGE:
In our Bible reading, Jesus explained that those that the Father gave to Him have been safely kept and there was none that was missing except the son of perdition. Children of perdition are those who revolt against the teachings and guidance of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ kept the disciples in the faith and His labour over them was not in vain. Today, we see the evidences of that investment through the spread of the gospel from one nation to another. This is possible because of the labour of the Apostles who were first commissioned to spread this good news.
When you follow Jesus through and through, He will keep you from falling into the persecution of your enemies. They will try all their best to trap you, but the Almighty God will always deliver you from their traps. One truth we must always remember is that we are weak and we cannot keep ourselves. This is why it is important to be a partner with Jesus. Once you leave your life in His care, you can be sure that your blessing is guarantee in Him. The Almighty God will keep you in Jesus’ name.
There are sons of perdition that will refuse to be kept by Jesus Christ. They will always intentionally disobey the instructions of the father. They are usually referred to as rebellious children who will not allow their lives to be governed by the truth in the Word of God. When a person who has been in God decides to forget his creator and also refuses the assembly of the brethren, such a person is already lost. It is not good for one to be left alone. Demas was left alone because he had given his heart to the world. Lot’s wife looked back and she became forgotten. The sons of Eli did not fulfil their destiny despite the fact that they had all the opportunities to succeed in life. Children of perdition are those who have not said goodbye to sin. They are still living in sin and sin is a destroyer not a builder. Sin separates people from the blessings of God; it does not attract them to the place of God. At salvation, God comes inside of you and turns your journey towards perdition to the path of eternal life. This means that you and God are on the same page, and you are running away from those things that will affect His relationship with you. If you resist His will, you will not be a partaker of His glory. This is why you have to leave behind all those things hindering you from serving God and surrender all to Him. Judgement is coming; to be forewarned is to be forearmed. Tomorrow may be too late. There is still an opportunity for you to rededicate your life. God rewards those who allow their lives to be guided by Him with pleasant blessings and assurances of security. Those who refuse the government of Jesus have already exposed themselves to the wickedness of this world. You will not miss it in Jesus’ name.
Prayer Point: Father let nothing take me away from you in Jesus’ name.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC. Click HERE to DOWNLOAD Daily Open Heavens Devotional from January to December 2016.
Beware of Black Friday 'bargains':
Beware of Black Friday 'bargains': Half of prices are higher than in the months before AND after the so-called sales bonanza .
Which? found shoppers can get better deals before and after black Friday
•Sales reached £3.3bn last year, and it is expected to top £6.7bn this year
•Last year 49% of the products were cheaper before or after Black Friday
Half of Black Friday deals are not what they seem – with some products even going up in price, according to a study.
Consumer group Which? found shoppers may be duped by the growing frenzy around the November sales when they could get better deals before or afterwards.
Spending in Black Friday sales reached £3.3billion last year, and it is expected to top £6.7billion this year as retailers’ promotions go on for longer.
Researchers at Which? tracked deals for 20 gadgets and home appliances for three months before and two months after Black Friday last year. They found almost half of the products ‘on offer’ were actually cheaper before or after Black Friday
Researchers at Which? tracked deals for 20 gadgets and home appliances for three months before and two months after Black Friday last year. They found almost half of the products ‘on offer’ were actually cheaper before or after Black Friday
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3940072/Beware-Black-Friday-bargains-Half-prices-higher-months-called-sales-bonanza.html
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Which? found shoppers can get better deals before and after black Friday
•Sales reached £3.3bn last year, and it is expected to top £6.7bn this year
•Last year 49% of the products were cheaper before or after Black Friday
Half of Black Friday deals are not what they seem – with some products even going up in price, according to a study.
Consumer group Which? found shoppers may be duped by the growing frenzy around the November sales when they could get better deals before or afterwards.
Spending in Black Friday sales reached £3.3billion last year, and it is expected to top £6.7billion this year as retailers’ promotions go on for longer.
Researchers at Which? tracked deals for 20 gadgets and home appliances for three months before and two months after Black Friday last year. They found almost half of the products ‘on offer’ were actually cheaper before or after Black Friday
Researchers at Which? tracked deals for 20 gadgets and home appliances for three months before and two months after Black Friday last year. They found almost half of the products ‘on offer’ were actually cheaper before or after Black Friday
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3940072/Beware-Black-Friday-bargains-Half-prices-higher-months-called-sales-bonanza.html
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OBAMA’s New Home After The White House! You’ll Never Guess Where It’s Located
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Dasuki declined DSS offer to attend late father’s burial – Danbazau
Minister of Interior, Retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Danbazau, said former National Security Adviser, retired Col. Sambo Dasuki, on Monday declined an offer to visit his late father, Ibrahim Dasuki, in an Abuja hospital. Similarly, Danbazau said Sambo had declined another offer to be in Sokoto throughout the mourning of his late Father.
Read more at: http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/11/dasuki-declined-dss-offer-attend-late-fathers-burial-danbazau/
Read more at: http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/11/dasuki-declined-dss-offer-attend-late-fathers-burial-danbazau/
Tuesday, 15 November 2016
Open Heavens 15 November 2016: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Holiday in your Christian Walk?
Topic: Holiday in your Christian Walk [Tuesday 15, November 2016]
Memorise: And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. – Luke 9:62
Read: Ezekiel 3:20 (KJV)
Again, When a righteous man doth turn from his righteousness, and commit iniquity, and I lay a stumblingblock before him, he shall die: because thou hast not given him warning, he shall die in his sin, and his righteousness which he hath done shall not be remembered; but his blood will I require at thine hand.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 25-26, Psalms 104:1-18
MESSAGE:
God’s ultimate purpose for saving people is to make them true worshippers who will worship Him in spirit and in truth. He wants souls that will conform to the image of His son, Jesus Christ. The will of the Almighty God for us is not just that we stand out in life. For our Christian walk to be commended by the host of heaven, we need to remain focused and committed to the end. We should not allow the things of this world to deter us from the pursuit of true worship. Anyone who has said “goodbye” to the world should never go back. You cannot afford to go on a holiday during your Christian walk. Don’t create an opportunity for the devil and his demons to access your life. Continue to dwell in the presence of God through witnessing, the study of His Word, in prayers and in fasting. Lot’s wife missed it because she could not let go of her worldly affection. She did not make progress and she became a pillar of salt. This will not be your portion in Jesus’ name. Have you been walking with the Lord passionately and you are getting tired? You need to check your life. If you quit, then you have lived for nothing. Those who begin the work of God must resolve in their hearts to go all the way. Every time you look back, is tantamount to taking a holiday and it is very dangerous because that is the window through which the devil will strike. His mission is to kill, to steal and destroy the lives of those who have separated themselves for Jesus. As long as you remain in Christ, you are secure. Looking back is drawing back and drawing back is moving towards perdition. Heaven is only for those who can endure to the end.
Heaven is for over-comers and Jesus is our only way there. Hence, there should be no room for sin in the life of anyone who wishes to make it to heaven. As long as your mind is made up, there should be no going back to the past. A moment of ungodly pleasure will destroy a life of testimonies. Joseph refused to take a break with his master’s wife; he ran and delivered himself from the devil’s trap. Don’t look back to those things you have dropped for the sake of Christ. Apostle Paul counted his achievements as dung. He pursued Christ till the very last moment. A disciple is a person with a singular focus, under one master. He must possess a single eye and live a single life. As long as you still have a mind for the world, you cannot be a candidate for His glory. One desire uppermost in my mind is to see believers live a life of excellence that demonstrates the magnificence of heaven. This can only happen when you walk in the revelation of 1 John 4:17; “because as he is, so are we in this world”. The one who wins will only be crowned if he runs with focus. You must run according to the rules of God. You have to forget the past and press forward for fresh victories in Christ Jesus. The zeal in our hearts must be so great that nothing will hinder us from fulfilling the plans and purpose of God for our lives. You cannot afford to stop running until you are called up into glory. Endure to the very end.
Key Point: Heaven is for great finishers not good starters.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. – Luke 9:62
Read: Ezekiel 3:20 (KJV)
Again, When a righteous man doth turn from his righteousness, and commit iniquity, and I lay a stumblingblock before him, he shall die: because thou hast not given him warning, he shall die in his sin, and his righteousness which he hath done shall not be remembered; but his blood will I require at thine hand.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 25-26, Psalms 104:1-18
MESSAGE:
God’s ultimate purpose for saving people is to make them true worshippers who will worship Him in spirit and in truth. He wants souls that will conform to the image of His son, Jesus Christ. The will of the Almighty God for us is not just that we stand out in life. For our Christian walk to be commended by the host of heaven, we need to remain focused and committed to the end. We should not allow the things of this world to deter us from the pursuit of true worship. Anyone who has said “goodbye” to the world should never go back. You cannot afford to go on a holiday during your Christian walk. Don’t create an opportunity for the devil and his demons to access your life. Continue to dwell in the presence of God through witnessing, the study of His Word, in prayers and in fasting. Lot’s wife missed it because she could not let go of her worldly affection. She did not make progress and she became a pillar of salt. This will not be your portion in Jesus’ name. Have you been walking with the Lord passionately and you are getting tired? You need to check your life. If you quit, then you have lived for nothing. Those who begin the work of God must resolve in their hearts to go all the way. Every time you look back, is tantamount to taking a holiday and it is very dangerous because that is the window through which the devil will strike. His mission is to kill, to steal and destroy the lives of those who have separated themselves for Jesus. As long as you remain in Christ, you are secure. Looking back is drawing back and drawing back is moving towards perdition. Heaven is only for those who can endure to the end.
Heaven is for over-comers and Jesus is our only way there. Hence, there should be no room for sin in the life of anyone who wishes to make it to heaven. As long as your mind is made up, there should be no going back to the past. A moment of ungodly pleasure will destroy a life of testimonies. Joseph refused to take a break with his master’s wife; he ran and delivered himself from the devil’s trap. Don’t look back to those things you have dropped for the sake of Christ. Apostle Paul counted his achievements as dung. He pursued Christ till the very last moment. A disciple is a person with a singular focus, under one master. He must possess a single eye and live a single life. As long as you still have a mind for the world, you cannot be a candidate for His glory. One desire uppermost in my mind is to see believers live a life of excellence that demonstrates the magnificence of heaven. This can only happen when you walk in the revelation of 1 John 4:17; “because as he is, so are we in this world”. The one who wins will only be crowned if he runs with focus. You must run according to the rules of God. You have to forget the past and press forward for fresh victories in Christ Jesus. The zeal in our hearts must be so great that nothing will hinder us from fulfilling the plans and purpose of God for our lives. You cannot afford to stop running until you are called up into glory. Endure to the very end.
Key Point: Heaven is for great finishers not good starters.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Press release on Femi Fani-Kayode's release from EFCC detention
"After 24 days in detention at the EFCC and Kuje prison and after meeting all the conditions of bail that was granted to him by the Federal High Court in Abuja, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode has been released. He gives thanks to God for everything and he has asked me to convey his heartfelt appreciation and love to all those that prayed for and encouraged him and his family at this difficult time and indeed throughout this ordeal.
He will now focus on getting the medical attention that he needs. He wishes to let all those that have offered him support and that have stood by him throughout this period know that his resolve to help build a better Nigeria and stand up for rigteousness and truth remains strong. No matter what comes our way we trust the Lord and we believe that we shall prevail" -
JUDE NDUKWE, SPECIAL ADVISOR TO CHIEF FEMI FANI-KAYODE ON MEDIA AND PUBLICITY.
He will now focus on getting the medical attention that he needs. He wishes to let all those that have offered him support and that have stood by him throughout this period know that his resolve to help build a better Nigeria and stand up for rigteousness and truth remains strong. No matter what comes our way we trust the Lord and we believe that we shall prevail" -
JUDE NDUKWE, SPECIAL ADVISOR TO CHIEF FEMI FANI-KAYODE ON MEDIA AND PUBLICITY.
Rethink your stand! Trump put gays in alert
Trump Puts Transgenders on Notice “If You Were Born with a D*ck, Your a Man Period”!
“I respect Obama but this Gay Sh*t is about to come to an end, Not on my Watch”
Said President Elect Trump on his Plans to ban same sex marriage and make America great again.
“I don’t know if it’s in the food or the water, but in the good old days men f*cked p*ssy and woman liked d*ck, not this f*ckery Obama and the liberal media is pushing to our kids, if I let it go on we will cease to exist” — Trump
Donald Trump plans to roll out a 2 year plan to make being transgender illegal and punishable by up to 5 years in prison.
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“I respect Obama but this Gay Sh*t is about to come to an end, Not on my Watch”
Said President Elect Trump on his Plans to ban same sex marriage and make America great again.
“I don’t know if it’s in the food or the water, but in the good old days men f*cked p*ssy and woman liked d*ck, not this f*ckery Obama and the liberal media is pushing to our kids, if I let it go on we will cease to exist” — Trump
Donald Trump plans to roll out a 2 year plan to make being transgender illegal and punishable by up to 5 years in prison.
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Monday, 14 November 2016
Buhari must go - Wailing Wailers
– Once again, Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari has been asked to resign from office over the handling of the country’s economy – Wailing Wailers (@NGRWailers ) said Mr Buhari has no single achievement ever since he was sworn in on the 29th of May, 2015 Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on WhatsappPresident Muhammadu Buhari Once again, Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari has been asked to resign from office over the handling of the country’s economy. Recall that the country’s main opposition party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) earlier asked the Mr Buhari to step down after the country’s economy went into recession. Renewing the call for Mr Buhari’s resignation, a group on Twitter, Wailing Wailers (@NGRwailers) in a statement signed by Usman Abubakar, its acting national publicity security said Mr Buhari has no single achievement ever since he was sworn in on the 29th of May, 2015.
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Quilox nightclub releases statement over issues of fight involving Oritsefemi and Bouncer
According to LIB, Read the statement from Quilox nightclub below...
At about 2am on Saturday, 13th of Nov. 2016, Oritsefemi came into Quilox without prior reservations or table bookings. Tables are allocated to customers who have made prior paid table bookings in advance of their arrival except such customer is a patron or member of the club. . . However, Oritsefemi who did not fall into any of the categories above approached a patron's table-of-six, and pleaded to be accommodated, with the understanding that other guests of the said patron were still been expected. . .
In a surprising turn of events, Oristsemi who was drinking from the patrons bottle, attempted to sit 8 of his guests at the table, the surprised patron strongly rejected such effrontery and invited the bouncer guarding the floor to intervene. . . The bouncer politely approached Oritsefemi and told him the patrons guests were still being expected, but Oristefemi, in a fit of unprovoked rage, slapped the bouncer then proceeded to breaking a glass in his hand and stabing him in the eye. . . The scene quickly became rowdy as other customers rushed to the table and confronted the artiste for his violent behavior, our security team quickly stepped in to salvage the situation by carrying Oristefemi out of the club. . . Oristefemi faced by an enraged crowd outside and perhaps realizing the gravity of his offense pretended to collapse. The artiste and the bouncer were subsequently rushed to a nearby hospital . . The bouncer affected later pressed charges at Bar Beach police station, where Oritsefemi accepted his offense and pleaded for mercy, he was granted bail at 12pm on the 13th of Nov. and advised to report back to the station on Tues. 15th of Nov. 2016. . . We were hesitant to release a press statement as several well meaning people have attempted to intercede on behalf of the artiste, but after his malicious and grossly false account of the events that occured, it is only fair that we defend the integrity and ethos of our organization.
At about 2am on Saturday, 13th of Nov. 2016, Oritsefemi came into Quilox without prior reservations or table bookings. Tables are allocated to customers who have made prior paid table bookings in advance of their arrival except such customer is a patron or member of the club. . . However, Oritsefemi who did not fall into any of the categories above approached a patron's table-of-six, and pleaded to be accommodated, with the understanding that other guests of the said patron were still been expected. . .
In a surprising turn of events, Oristsemi who was drinking from the patrons bottle, attempted to sit 8 of his guests at the table, the surprised patron strongly rejected such effrontery and invited the bouncer guarding the floor to intervene. . . The bouncer politely approached Oritsefemi and told him the patrons guests were still being expected, but Oristefemi, in a fit of unprovoked rage, slapped the bouncer then proceeded to breaking a glass in his hand and stabing him in the eye. . . The scene quickly became rowdy as other customers rushed to the table and confronted the artiste for his violent behavior, our security team quickly stepped in to salvage the situation by carrying Oristefemi out of the club. . . Oristefemi faced by an enraged crowd outside and perhaps realizing the gravity of his offense pretended to collapse. The artiste and the bouncer were subsequently rushed to a nearby hospital . . The bouncer affected later pressed charges at Bar Beach police station, where Oritsefemi accepted his offense and pleaded for mercy, he was granted bail at 12pm on the 13th of Nov. and advised to report back to the station on Tues. 15th of Nov. 2016. . . We were hesitant to release a press statement as several well meaning people have attempted to intercede on behalf of the artiste, but after his malicious and grossly false account of the events that occured, it is only fair that we defend the integrity and ethos of our organization.
Must Read: Quilox fight: Singer Oritsefemi's management releases statement
On Friday, singer Oritsefemi had a brawl with some of the bouncers at Quilox Night club in Lagos. His management has released a statement stating his own side of the story. Read below...
On Friday 11th 2016, at exactly 2am at Quilox Night Club. Oriste Femi was attacked by a bouncer just because he was trying to stand for an older Colleague and a friend According to His Management MSN GANG the Double wahala & Ongba Larami singer was at Quilox on Friday trying to ease off stress with his friends at the VIP corner of the said club when he noticed a senior colleague and a brother Sound sultan and Rock Steady were been bounced from entering the VIP section of the club.
Oriste Femi who was not happy with the bouncers behavior stood up to ask the bouncer why he was putting up such attitude to An A list Artiste and a brother, the bouncer replied that an order was placed Down by Shina Peller the CEO of the club that no A list Artist should be allowed into the VIP section, claiming the A list Artiste were not his costumers and they have no value at his Club Just because of his rift with Davido [Does that make any sense at all].
After which, The bouncer told him to keep to his section or go join his colleague at the regular section. Femi who we all know to be a very humble and calm person accept the offer to join his colleague at the regular section but was pushed back by the bouncer, Before he could say Jack the other Bouncer was already rough Handling him. Oriste Femi who was holding a cup of wine had to defend himself by slapping the bouncer with the wine cup which gave the bouncer a scar on the face.
Without waiting for Explanation the other Bouncers in the club came in and attack Oriste Femi and in d process of the attack Oriste femi’s 8.5million Naira worth of jewelry was stolen by the club bouncers, before the crowd will stand up to protest against the club bouncers attitude, Oriste femi was already injured. Even with the injury he was held down by the bouncer s and the management of the club claiming they were waiting for the arrival of Police.
On the Arrival of police oriste femi and the bouncer were arrested and taken to the police station were the ipo in charge of the case ordered Oriste femi to Treat the injured bouncer which he did and even Gave the bouncer extra cash for self-medication.
The IPO also ordered the Bouncer and the Club Management to Provide Oriste femi’s 8.5million Naira worth of jewelry which he Hasn’t received till now. If we all will recur these Same Quilox was the same place Dammy Krane got messed up by Bouncers, these same club was the same club Davido got Confronted by this same Bouncers What Kind of Club is THIS? Is that how our beloved Country Ambassadors should be treated? We should learn how to respect and support ourselves God bless you.
All MSN GANG
LIB
On Friday 11th 2016, at exactly 2am at Quilox Night Club. Oriste Femi was attacked by a bouncer just because he was trying to stand for an older Colleague and a friend According to His Management MSN GANG the Double wahala & Ongba Larami singer was at Quilox on Friday trying to ease off stress with his friends at the VIP corner of the said club when he noticed a senior colleague and a brother Sound sultan and Rock Steady were been bounced from entering the VIP section of the club.
Oriste Femi who was not happy with the bouncers behavior stood up to ask the bouncer why he was putting up such attitude to An A list Artiste and a brother, the bouncer replied that an order was placed Down by Shina Peller the CEO of the club that no A list Artist should be allowed into the VIP section, claiming the A list Artiste were not his costumers and they have no value at his Club Just because of his rift with Davido [Does that make any sense at all].
After which, The bouncer told him to keep to his section or go join his colleague at the regular section. Femi who we all know to be a very humble and calm person accept the offer to join his colleague at the regular section but was pushed back by the bouncer, Before he could say Jack the other Bouncer was already rough Handling him. Oriste Femi who was holding a cup of wine had to defend himself by slapping the bouncer with the wine cup which gave the bouncer a scar on the face.
Without waiting for Explanation the other Bouncers in the club came in and attack Oriste Femi and in d process of the attack Oriste femi’s 8.5million Naira worth of jewelry was stolen by the club bouncers, before the crowd will stand up to protest against the club bouncers attitude, Oriste femi was already injured. Even with the injury he was held down by the bouncer s and the management of the club claiming they were waiting for the arrival of Police.
On the Arrival of police oriste femi and the bouncer were arrested and taken to the police station were the ipo in charge of the case ordered Oriste femi to Treat the injured bouncer which he did and even Gave the bouncer extra cash for self-medication.
The IPO also ordered the Bouncer and the Club Management to Provide Oriste femi’s 8.5million Naira worth of jewelry which he Hasn’t received till now. If we all will recur these Same Quilox was the same place Dammy Krane got messed up by Bouncers, these same club was the same club Davido got Confronted by this same Bouncers What Kind of Club is THIS? Is that how our beloved Country Ambassadors should be treated? We should learn how to respect and support ourselves God bless you.
All MSN GANG
LIB
Sunday, 13 November 2016
“Boyfriend That Cannot Give You ₦50,000 To Make Your Hair Every 2 Weeks, Is That One Boyfriend?”
A lady’s post has gone viral people! I kuku love the girl sef! She stood by her words, and didn’t even delete the said post. Read On..
A Facebook user named, Thelma Okocha has got everyone talking on her post that went viral on social media.
“BOYFRIEND THAT CANNOT GIVE U 50K TO GO N MAKE UR HAIR EVERY TWO WEEKS…. IS THAT ONE BOYFRIEND? GOD PUNISH ANYONE THAT WILL TYPE TRASH HERE.
thelma
One comment i saw said;
Come and marry me girl! Since your hair isn’t “made” in this picture, then I presume you’re single love! Come lemme do shuku for you… 😀
http://www.gossipmill.com/2016/11/boyfriend-that-cannot-give-you-n50k-to-make-your-hair-twice-a-week-is-that-one-boyfriend-this-young-lady-says/
A Facebook user named, Thelma Okocha has got everyone talking on her post that went viral on social media.
“BOYFRIEND THAT CANNOT GIVE U 50K TO GO N MAKE UR HAIR EVERY TWO WEEKS…. IS THAT ONE BOYFRIEND? GOD PUNISH ANYONE THAT WILL TYPE TRASH HERE.
thelma
One comment i saw said;
Come and marry me girl! Since your hair isn’t “made” in this picture, then I presume you’re single love! Come lemme do shuku for you… 😀
http://www.gossipmill.com/2016/11/boyfriend-that-cannot-give-you-n50k-to-make-your-hair-twice-a-week-is-that-one-boyfriend-this-young-lady-says/
Hillary Clinton Blames F.B.I. Director for Election Loss
Hillary Clinton on Saturday cast blame for her surprise election loss on the announcement by the F.B.I. director, James B. Comey, days before the election that he had revived the inquiry into her use of a private email server.
In her most extensive remarks since she conceded the race to Donald J. Trump early Wednesday, Mrs. Clinton told donors on a 30-minute conference call that Mr. Comey’s decision to send a letter to Congress about the inquiry 11 days before Election Day had thrust the controversy back into the news and had prevented her from ending the campaign with an optimistic closing argument.
“There are lots of reasons why an election like this is not successful,” Mrs. Clinton said, according to a donor who relayed the remarks. But, she added, “our analysis is that Comey’s letter raising doubts that were groundless, baseless, proven to be, stopped our momentum.”
Mrs. Clinton said a second letter from Mr. Comey, clearing her once again, which came two days before Election Day, had been even more damaging. In that letter, Mr. Comey said an examination of a new trove of emails, which had been found on the computer of Anthony D. Weiner, the estranged husband of one of her top aides, had not caused him to change his earlier conclusion that Mrs. Clinton should face no charges over her handling of classified information.
Her campaign said the seemingly positive outcome had only hurt it with voters who did not trust Mrs. Clinton and were receptive to Mr. Trump’s claims of a “rigged system.” In particular, white suburban women who had been on the fence were reminded of the email imbroglio and broke decidedly in Mr. Trump’s favor, aides said.
NewYorkTimes
In her most extensive remarks since she conceded the race to Donald J. Trump early Wednesday, Mrs. Clinton told donors on a 30-minute conference call that Mr. Comey’s decision to send a letter to Congress about the inquiry 11 days before Election Day had thrust the controversy back into the news and had prevented her from ending the campaign with an optimistic closing argument.
“There are lots of reasons why an election like this is not successful,” Mrs. Clinton said, according to a donor who relayed the remarks. But, she added, “our analysis is that Comey’s letter raising doubts that were groundless, baseless, proven to be, stopped our momentum.”
Mrs. Clinton said a second letter from Mr. Comey, clearing her once again, which came two days before Election Day, had been even more damaging. In that letter, Mr. Comey said an examination of a new trove of emails, which had been found on the computer of Anthony D. Weiner, the estranged husband of one of her top aides, had not caused him to change his earlier conclusion that Mrs. Clinton should face no charges over her handling of classified information.
Her campaign said the seemingly positive outcome had only hurt it with voters who did not trust Mrs. Clinton and were receptive to Mr. Trump’s claims of a “rigged system.” In particular, white suburban women who had been on the fence were reminded of the email imbroglio and broke decidedly in Mr. Trump’s favor, aides said.
NewYorkTimes
Open Heavens 13 November 2016: Sunday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Activating the Glory of God
Topic: Activating the Glory of God [Sunday 13, November 2016]
Memorise: Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God? – John 11:40
Read: John 11:39-44 (KJV)
39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days.
40 Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?
41 Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.
42 And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me.
43 And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.
44 And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 21-23, Psalms 103:1-10
MESSAGE:
God is the only one who has the final say over your life; He will never permit any unpleasant situation to have a final say in your life nor allow your life to be at the mercy of people. He decides what happens to you at every given point in time because He is the Alpha and the Omega. If anybody ever tells you it is over, I congratulate you, because God is about to open a new chapter in your life that will amaze the world. Does your case seem hopeless like that of Lazarus? I prophecy into your life; you are the next in line for a miracle. Have you been married for all these years and you have no child? Welcome to your morning of fruitfulness. Simon Peter was a professional fisherman, he knew when the fishes would be in the river and he went with the right equipment, yet he struggled all night without a breakthrough. You have satisfied all requirements for that position, yet there is no positive response, I decree a supernatural lifting of every embargo placed upon your breakthrough in Jesus’ name.
Believing what God says about the condition we are going through is very vital to our walk as Christians. When we believe the Word of God, we are expressing our confidence and trust in His divine attribute. There is nothing beyond Him. Martha had already given up on Lazarus. According to her, Jesus’ coming was unnecessary because the situation had gone past what He could do anything about. She consoled herself with the fact that on the day of resurrection, she would see her brother again, but she did not recognise that the resurrection is not a period but a person. Jesus is the resurrection and the life. This is why you cannot afford to continue in sin. If you want to activate the glory of God in your life, you have to know Him.
To activate the glory of God, you must have faith in His Word. Faith is an act that produces an evidence of His glory. Faith is what gives meaning to your calling as a child of God. You need faith to do exploit in life. You need faith to win all the battles of life. In the atmosphere of faith, nothing is impossible for you. God dwells in the realm of the supernatural and anyone who will be able to access His glory must operate beyond the normal realm. If we take the Word of Jesus Christ and rely absolutely on His power and faithfulness, we shall see a daily occurrence of the glory of God in all our ways.
You must learn to always look beyond the grave and lift your eyes to God Almighty. Overlook all the reports, conditions, difficulties and obstacles. Lift up your eyes to the Lord in prayer, in praise, in worship and in fasting, and you will be surprised at what the Lord will do. There is no solution elsewhere; the real glory is in Christ Jesus.
Prayer Point: Father, let your glory be made manifest in my life.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God? – John 11:40
Read: John 11:39-44 (KJV)
39 Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he stinketh: for he hath been dead four days.
40 Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?
41 Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.
42 And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me.
43 And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.
44 And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 21-23, Psalms 103:1-10
MESSAGE:
God is the only one who has the final say over your life; He will never permit any unpleasant situation to have a final say in your life nor allow your life to be at the mercy of people. He decides what happens to you at every given point in time because He is the Alpha and the Omega. If anybody ever tells you it is over, I congratulate you, because God is about to open a new chapter in your life that will amaze the world. Does your case seem hopeless like that of Lazarus? I prophecy into your life; you are the next in line for a miracle. Have you been married for all these years and you have no child? Welcome to your morning of fruitfulness. Simon Peter was a professional fisherman, he knew when the fishes would be in the river and he went with the right equipment, yet he struggled all night without a breakthrough. You have satisfied all requirements for that position, yet there is no positive response, I decree a supernatural lifting of every embargo placed upon your breakthrough in Jesus’ name.
Believing what God says about the condition we are going through is very vital to our walk as Christians. When we believe the Word of God, we are expressing our confidence and trust in His divine attribute. There is nothing beyond Him. Martha had already given up on Lazarus. According to her, Jesus’ coming was unnecessary because the situation had gone past what He could do anything about. She consoled herself with the fact that on the day of resurrection, she would see her brother again, but she did not recognise that the resurrection is not a period but a person. Jesus is the resurrection and the life. This is why you cannot afford to continue in sin. If you want to activate the glory of God in your life, you have to know Him.
To activate the glory of God, you must have faith in His Word. Faith is an act that produces an evidence of His glory. Faith is what gives meaning to your calling as a child of God. You need faith to do exploit in life. You need faith to win all the battles of life. In the atmosphere of faith, nothing is impossible for you. God dwells in the realm of the supernatural and anyone who will be able to access His glory must operate beyond the normal realm. If we take the Word of Jesus Christ and rely absolutely on His power and faithfulness, we shall see a daily occurrence of the glory of God in all our ways.
You must learn to always look beyond the grave and lift your eyes to God Almighty. Overlook all the reports, conditions, difficulties and obstacles. Lift up your eyes to the Lord in prayer, in praise, in worship and in fasting, and you will be surprised at what the Lord will do. There is no solution elsewhere; the real glory is in Christ Jesus.
Prayer Point: Father, let your glory be made manifest in my life.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Saturday, 12 November 2016
Mythbuster: What Donald Trump didn't say about Africa
Did President-elect Donald Trump really call Africans "lazy fools"? The BBC's Dickens Olewe looks at six comments he allegedly made about Africa which are doing the rounds on the internet.
'Africans are lazy fools only good at eating, lovemaking and thuggery'
According to fact-checking website Snopes this claim was first posted on 25 October 2015 on Politica, a fake news website. It was later picked up by blogs and other fake and satirical news websites on the continent.
According to online magazine Slate, a 1991 book about Mr Trump by former employee John O'Donnel relates an incident where the billionaire reportedly blamed the poor performance of a black worker on laziness saying that it was a "trait in blacks".
Fake news sites have tended to bolster their stories with comments Mr Trump did actually make. So some stories are quite plausible.
In the case of this article the intention seems to be satire. The writers used made-up Trump quotes to criticise African governments. For instance, this false quote attributed to Mr Trump is apparently trying to justify his comments:
"These are people who import everything, including matchsticks. In my opinion, most of these African countries ought to be recolonised again for another 100 years because they know nothing about leadership and self governance".
'Nigerians to be deported'
A common thread with Mr Trump's trumped up quotes is that they are inspired by a generic disparaging comment he has made about one group of people, which are then reversioned by fake news sites to appeal to their local audiences.
Cut outs of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are loaded onto a bus in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on 7 November 2016
Most stories are reversioned to capture the attention of local audiences
In this case, the inspiration for the false story came from Mr Trump's comments about Mexicans and Muslims, which were easily reversioned to capture the attention of Nigerians.
Several websites ran stories based on these made-up quotes:
"American Billionaire and Republican Presidential Front-runner, Donald Trump, has shot a subtle warning to the Nigerian Community in the United States, after he said all Nigerians would be made to leave the country 'when he becomes President'. He made the 'threat' during a rally at Wichita, Kansas."
Both the quote and the event are fictitious.
Fact-checking site Snopes says: "Trump did not have a rally in Wichita, Kansas, as alleged by the above-quote, at any point in January 2016."
Pay legal fee for Cecil killer
The killing of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe last year sparked global outrage as people targeted their anger towards American dentist Walter Palmer who killed the famed lion in a hunt.
A fake story that Mr Trump had pledged to pay Mr Palmer's legal fees was shared at the time.
'Go back to Africa if you're not satisfied with America'
Mr Trump was accused of using innuendoes and name calling during his campaign. He abused, derided and disparaged many people.
Racial tensions have come to the fore during the presidential campaign
These made-up comment were attributed to the president-elect to show that he does not approve of #BlackLivesMatter - a campaign by African-Americans to highlight deadly police shootings.
"If Black Lives Don't Matter Here Go Back to Africa.
"If I don't like the food the waitress brings me, I send it back to the kitchen. And I go eat somewhere else," the false quote by Mr Trump says.
Some of these comments fail in their imagination but have fooled many because they are written in a highly shareable way and they exploit a wide array of Mr Trump's comments which have upset many groups of people.
'Kenyans are conmen'
This quote was attributed to Mr Trump following Kenyan athletes' historic performance at the World Athletics Championships in Beijing, 2015.
Kenya topped the table for the first time, winning seven gold medals.
A false article claimed Trump called Obama "a conman"
At the time, Mr Trump was still promoting a false narrative that US President Barack Obama, whose father was Kenyan, was not born in the United States.
The article seems to take advantage of the news about Kenyan athletes' win by concocting a quote from Mr Trump about the event.
The article falsely says that Mr Trump referred to Kenyans and Mr Obama as "conmen who dope and cheat on their way to the top".
'I will lock up Mugabe and Museveni'
This false story currently being peddled by various sites has been revived from a similar piece shared in January, with a threat that Mr Trump would "lock up" the presidents of Uganda and Zimbabwe.
"I want to reiterate here before America's greatest heroes that I will not condone any dictatorial tendencies exhibited by dictators around the world, especially the two old men from Zimbabwe and Uganda," the article says.
"Their days are numbered and I am going to lock them up in prison," it adds.
This is another classic example of people concocting words and phrases to criticise African politicians and put them in the mouth of Mr Trump.
Now that he is set to be the next US president, there are likely to be lots more of these false Trumpisms so don't believe everything you read.
BBC
'Africans are lazy fools only good at eating, lovemaking and thuggery'
According to fact-checking website Snopes this claim was first posted on 25 October 2015 on Politica, a fake news website. It was later picked up by blogs and other fake and satirical news websites on the continent.
According to online magazine Slate, a 1991 book about Mr Trump by former employee John O'Donnel relates an incident where the billionaire reportedly blamed the poor performance of a black worker on laziness saying that it was a "trait in blacks".
Fake news sites have tended to bolster their stories with comments Mr Trump did actually make. So some stories are quite plausible.
In the case of this article the intention seems to be satire. The writers used made-up Trump quotes to criticise African governments. For instance, this false quote attributed to Mr Trump is apparently trying to justify his comments:
"These are people who import everything, including matchsticks. In my opinion, most of these African countries ought to be recolonised again for another 100 years because they know nothing about leadership and self governance".
'Nigerians to be deported'
A common thread with Mr Trump's trumped up quotes is that they are inspired by a generic disparaging comment he has made about one group of people, which are then reversioned by fake news sites to appeal to their local audiences.
Cut outs of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are loaded onto a bus in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on 7 November 2016
Most stories are reversioned to capture the attention of local audiences
In this case, the inspiration for the false story came from Mr Trump's comments about Mexicans and Muslims, which were easily reversioned to capture the attention of Nigerians.
Several websites ran stories based on these made-up quotes:
"American Billionaire and Republican Presidential Front-runner, Donald Trump, has shot a subtle warning to the Nigerian Community in the United States, after he said all Nigerians would be made to leave the country 'when he becomes President'. He made the 'threat' during a rally at Wichita, Kansas."
Both the quote and the event are fictitious.
Fact-checking site Snopes says: "Trump did not have a rally in Wichita, Kansas, as alleged by the above-quote, at any point in January 2016."
Pay legal fee for Cecil killer
The killing of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe last year sparked global outrage as people targeted their anger towards American dentist Walter Palmer who killed the famed lion in a hunt.
A fake story that Mr Trump had pledged to pay Mr Palmer's legal fees was shared at the time.
'Go back to Africa if you're not satisfied with America'
Mr Trump was accused of using innuendoes and name calling during his campaign. He abused, derided and disparaged many people.
Racial tensions have come to the fore during the presidential campaign
These made-up comment were attributed to the president-elect to show that he does not approve of #BlackLivesMatter - a campaign by African-Americans to highlight deadly police shootings.
"If Black Lives Don't Matter Here Go Back to Africa.
"If I don't like the food the waitress brings me, I send it back to the kitchen. And I go eat somewhere else," the false quote by Mr Trump says.
Some of these comments fail in their imagination but have fooled many because they are written in a highly shareable way and they exploit a wide array of Mr Trump's comments which have upset many groups of people.
'Kenyans are conmen'
This quote was attributed to Mr Trump following Kenyan athletes' historic performance at the World Athletics Championships in Beijing, 2015.
Kenya topped the table for the first time, winning seven gold medals.
A false article claimed Trump called Obama "a conman"
At the time, Mr Trump was still promoting a false narrative that US President Barack Obama, whose father was Kenyan, was not born in the United States.
The article seems to take advantage of the news about Kenyan athletes' win by concocting a quote from Mr Trump about the event.
The article falsely says that Mr Trump referred to Kenyans and Mr Obama as "conmen who dope and cheat on their way to the top".
'I will lock up Mugabe and Museveni'
This false story currently being peddled by various sites has been revived from a similar piece shared in January, with a threat that Mr Trump would "lock up" the presidents of Uganda and Zimbabwe.
"I want to reiterate here before America's greatest heroes that I will not condone any dictatorial tendencies exhibited by dictators around the world, especially the two old men from Zimbabwe and Uganda," the article says.
"Their days are numbered and I am going to lock them up in prison," it adds.
This is another classic example of people concocting words and phrases to criticise African politicians and put them in the mouth of Mr Trump.
Now that he is set to be the next US president, there are likely to be lots more of these false Trumpisms so don't believe everything you read.
BBC
Open Heavens 12 November 2016: Saturday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – God of Vengeance
Topic: God of Vengeance [Saturday 12, November 2016]
Memorise: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. – Romans 12:19
Read: Ezekiel 25:12-17 (KJV)
12 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah by taking vengeance, and hath greatly offended, and revenged himself upon them;
13 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; I will also stretch out mine hand upon Edom, and will cut off man and beast from it; and I will make it desolate from Teman; and they of Dedan shall fall by the sword.
14 And I will lay my vengeance upon Edom by the hand of my people Israel: and they shall do in Edom according to mine anger and according to my fury; and they shall know my vengeance, saith the Lord GOD.
15 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because the Philistines have dealt by revenge, and have taken vengeance with a despiteful heart, to destroy it for the old hatred;
16 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I will stretch out mine hand upon the Philistines, and I will cut off the Cherethims, and destroy the remnant of the sea coast.
17 And I will execute great vengeance upon them with furious rebukes; and they shall know that I am the LORD, when I shall lay my vengeance upon them.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 18:22-20:18, Psalms 102:16-28
MESSAGE:
God is against His children repaying evil to those who have done them evil. It is not in the place of any genuine child of God to seek revenge.
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.” - 1 Peter 3:9
No one can avenge like God. This is why I don’t worry myself about my enemies, I just report them to my father and I leave the rest of Him. When God fights your enemy, even you who was hurt will begin to pity them. This is because there is no one that can stand the anger of the Almighty God. Anyone you are trying to revenge, you are already playing God and the consequence is unbearable. Society may tell you to do otherwise. Reasoning may tell you to repay evil in return for the wrong done to you, but the scripture demands that you act differently. You are an ambassador of Christ, you are a peace maker, and you must do everything to prove that. In the world, people are taught to seek revenge, but the opposite is expected from children of God. We should hand over those who have hurt us to God. Moses handed over the rebels to God. Joseph handed over his elder brothers to God. Job forgave his accusers and left them to their conscience.
It is even possible that some people within your team will for no just reason antagonise all your actions and intents. They may show you so much hatred and make every move to work against the plan of God for your life. Some will harbour hatred just because the Lord is prospering you. Some may wish you bad, and go to the extent of including such wishes in their prayer points. But you must not fight for yourself; just allow them to face the great Avenger. We must be harmless and inoffensive so that we don’t give people reasons to quarrel with us. We must labour to preserve peace. The world hated Christ without a cause, yet he died for them. When they brought Him before Pontius Pilate, they could not find any blame against Him, yet they demanded that He must be crucified. This is the same Jesus who chose to love an unloving world. He died for us while we were yet sinners. He is called the judge of Israel (Micah 5:1). If He takes over your case, your enemies are in serious trouble. If He decides to advocate on your behalf, there can never be any appeal against His verdict. When He decides to be your witness, you can be sure that He will put all of them to shame. Is anybody troubling your peace in your home, office, neighbourhood, school, the Almighty God will put them where they belong in Jesus’ name. No matter what the enemy does, your prosperity, progress, provision and security is guaranteed in Him. The enemy that has lifted himself against you and all the voices that are fighting against your glorious destiny shall be truncated in Jesus name. The Lord will show up for you and take over all the battles of your life, and you can be sure that victory is yours. The most important thing is to stay on the Lord’s side.
Key Point: When the Lord is on your side, you can sleep with your two eyes closed.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. – Romans 12:19
Read: Ezekiel 25:12-17 (KJV)
12 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because that Edom hath dealt against the house of Judah by taking vengeance, and hath greatly offended, and revenged himself upon them;
13 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; I will also stretch out mine hand upon Edom, and will cut off man and beast from it; and I will make it desolate from Teman; and they of Dedan shall fall by the sword.
14 And I will lay my vengeance upon Edom by the hand of my people Israel: and they shall do in Edom according to mine anger and according to my fury; and they shall know my vengeance, saith the Lord GOD.
15 Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because the Philistines have dealt by revenge, and have taken vengeance with a despiteful heart, to destroy it for the old hatred;
16 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I will stretch out mine hand upon the Philistines, and I will cut off the Cherethims, and destroy the remnant of the sea coast.
17 And I will execute great vengeance upon them with furious rebukes; and they shall know that I am the LORD, when I shall lay my vengeance upon them.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 18:22-20:18, Psalms 102:16-28
MESSAGE:
God is against His children repaying evil to those who have done them evil. It is not in the place of any genuine child of God to seek revenge.
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.” - 1 Peter 3:9
No one can avenge like God. This is why I don’t worry myself about my enemies, I just report them to my father and I leave the rest of Him. When God fights your enemy, even you who was hurt will begin to pity them. This is because there is no one that can stand the anger of the Almighty God. Anyone you are trying to revenge, you are already playing God and the consequence is unbearable. Society may tell you to do otherwise. Reasoning may tell you to repay evil in return for the wrong done to you, but the scripture demands that you act differently. You are an ambassador of Christ, you are a peace maker, and you must do everything to prove that. In the world, people are taught to seek revenge, but the opposite is expected from children of God. We should hand over those who have hurt us to God. Moses handed over the rebels to God. Joseph handed over his elder brothers to God. Job forgave his accusers and left them to their conscience.
It is even possible that some people within your team will for no just reason antagonise all your actions and intents. They may show you so much hatred and make every move to work against the plan of God for your life. Some will harbour hatred just because the Lord is prospering you. Some may wish you bad, and go to the extent of including such wishes in their prayer points. But you must not fight for yourself; just allow them to face the great Avenger. We must be harmless and inoffensive so that we don’t give people reasons to quarrel with us. We must labour to preserve peace. The world hated Christ without a cause, yet he died for them. When they brought Him before Pontius Pilate, they could not find any blame against Him, yet they demanded that He must be crucified. This is the same Jesus who chose to love an unloving world. He died for us while we were yet sinners. He is called the judge of Israel (Micah 5:1). If He takes over your case, your enemies are in serious trouble. If He decides to advocate on your behalf, there can never be any appeal against His verdict. When He decides to be your witness, you can be sure that He will put all of them to shame. Is anybody troubling your peace in your home, office, neighbourhood, school, the Almighty God will put them where they belong in Jesus’ name. No matter what the enemy does, your prosperity, progress, provision and security is guaranteed in Him. The enemy that has lifted himself against you and all the voices that are fighting against your glorious destiny shall be truncated in Jesus name. The Lord will show up for you and take over all the battles of your life, and you can be sure that victory is yours. The most important thing is to stay on the Lord’s side.
Key Point: When the Lord is on your side, you can sleep with your two eyes closed.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
‘You Didn’t Hear Me Well,I Said A Woolman says TB Joshua
Lagos – Under-fire flamboyant Nigerian ‘Prophet’ T. B. Joshua,has shifted the goal posts,claiming that he was ‘misquoted’ when he predicted that ‘a woman’ would win the US elections .
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According to a thread on his official Twitter account,the clergyman has insisted that people did not ‘hear’ him well when he prophesied.
One of prophet Tb Joshua’s loyal followers,who goes by the name Adedayo Ayomide on the giant social network,had a burning question and had guts to ask his ‘Papa’ concerning the prophecy that hit the brickwall and this is what Tb Joshua had to say,”You people didn’t hear me clearly,I said a woolman,the person his head looks like wool”.
From the look of things the prophet still stands by his ‘prophecy’ and is comparing Donald Trump’s hair to wool.
The controversial clergyman has added that he will ‘shed more light’ on the prophecy in his next Sunday service since people did not get him right.
Source : iMzansi
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According to a thread on his official Twitter account,the clergyman has insisted that people did not ‘hear’ him well when he prophesied.
One of prophet Tb Joshua’s loyal followers,who goes by the name Adedayo Ayomide on the giant social network,had a burning question and had guts to ask his ‘Papa’ concerning the prophecy that hit the brickwall and this is what Tb Joshua had to say,”You people didn’t hear me clearly,I said a woolman,the person his head looks like wool”.
From the look of things the prophet still stands by his ‘prophecy’ and is comparing Donald Trump’s hair to wool.
The controversial clergyman has added that he will ‘shed more light’ on the prophecy in his next Sunday service since people did not get him right.
Source : iMzansi
Between sexual fantasies and reality
By Yetunde Arebi Socially deviant sexual acts, date back to Biblical days with detailed records of several sexual acts as captured in the stories of Lot, the brother of Abraham and his wife and Lot’s exit from the land of Sodom and Gomarah. Another story of incest was recorded in the story of Noah and his daughters. David’s daughter, Tamarah also suffered the trauma of rape and incest in the hands of her brother.
Read more at: http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/11/sexual-fantasies-reality/
Read more at: http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/11/sexual-fantasies-reality/
Friday, 11 November 2016
FCMB renews sponsorship of COPA Lagos Beach Soccer Tournament….Promises more excitement
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Limited has renewed its pledge to continue the sponsorship of the COPA Lagos Beach Soccer tournament by throwing its weight behind the 2016 edition of the sporting fiesta for the sixth consecutive year.
The Bank’s Group Head of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Diran Olojo, announced this at a press briefing in Lagos on November 10, 2016, to herald the event. The tournament, organised annually by Kinetic Sports Limited, will hold at the Eko Atlantic City in Victoria Island, Lagos, from December 11 to 18, 2016.
According to Mr. Olojo, FCMB’s renewal of the sponsorship is a re-affirmation of its commitment to sports and youth development in Nigeria.
‘’We are excited to be the headline sponsor of the COPA Lagos once again in partnership with Kinetic Sports. At FCMB, we believe in supporting initiatives that add value to the well-being of people and the society. Sports, particularly, the game of soccer is a key passion point for many. Aligning our brand with this prestigious global event is a continuation of our corporate philosophy to always connect with and develop sustainable relationship with people across demographic and socio economic classes’’, he stated.
Mr. Olojo noted that considering the huge opportunities sports offers Nigerians and its national unity cohesion, the tournament gives the right platform to reach out not only to customers of FCMB, but Nigerians across all segments.
‘’When we got involved in the tournament six years ago, we saw the level of engagement and excitement people, fans, the participating countries and other stakeholders expressed. This year, soccer fans should expect more fun-filled engagements from FCMB during the COPA Lagos. Our participation will be bigger, better and memorable’’.
Also speaking at the press briefing, the Managing Director of Kinetic Sports, Mr. Samson Adamu, informed that this year’s COPA Lagos Beach Soccer tournament will dovetail into the CAF Beach Soccer tournament, which Nigeria is hosting from December 13 to 18, 2016. According to Mr. Adamu, with the two tournaments holding simultaneously at the Eko Atlantic City, coupled with other side attractions that would be showcased, ‘’soccer fans and indeed Nigerians should expect an action-packed event with a lot of fun”.
The Kinetic Sports CEO expressed delight at the collaboration with FCMB over the years. According to him, “Our partnership with FCMB in the last six years have gone a long way to popularise and ensured the success of this tournament. The Bank has consistently proved that it is truly committed to the advancement of Beach soccer, sports and overall national development’’.
Apart from the excitement FCMB will build around the football matches, it has also lined up a number of activities to make the tournament impactful and rewarding. Among this is the cleaning of the Eko Atlantic Beach which aligns with the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) focus of the financial institution. This exercise, as it has been done in the last five years by the Bank, will involve top management and staff of FCMB, officials of FIFA, teams from the participating countries, football and entertainment celebrities and others involved in the tournament engage in cleaning of the beach. This is to create public awareness and draw attention to the need to take care of beaches, maintain the beauty and protect the environment.
FCMB will also organise a Kids Clinic by bringing in children from some charity homes. During this programme, the children will be taught by seasoned football coaches on Beach Soccer. The aim is to emphasize the importance of sports and physical fitness to the young ones in our society.
Spectators and other guests will also have the opportunity to experience the unique banking services of FCMB at the venue throughout the tournament as the bank’s sales team would be on ground to deliver services not only to customers, but members of the public that would be in attendance. FCMB will also be involved in the celebrity match, fashion show concert and other thrills and frills of the COPA Lagos beach soccer showpiece.
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Limited is a member of FCMB Group Plc, which is one of the leading financial services institutions in Nigeria with subsidiaries that are market leaders in their respective segments. Having successfully transformed to a retail and commercial banking-led group, FCMB expects to continue to distinguish itself by delivering exceptional services, while enhancing the growth and achievement of the personal and business aspirations of its customers.
http://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2016/11/fcmb-renews-sponsorship-of-copa-lagos.html?m=1
The Bank’s Group Head of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Diran Olojo, announced this at a press briefing in Lagos on November 10, 2016, to herald the event. The tournament, organised annually by Kinetic Sports Limited, will hold at the Eko Atlantic City in Victoria Island, Lagos, from December 11 to 18, 2016.
According to Mr. Olojo, FCMB’s renewal of the sponsorship is a re-affirmation of its commitment to sports and youth development in Nigeria.
‘’We are excited to be the headline sponsor of the COPA Lagos once again in partnership with Kinetic Sports. At FCMB, we believe in supporting initiatives that add value to the well-being of people and the society. Sports, particularly, the game of soccer is a key passion point for many. Aligning our brand with this prestigious global event is a continuation of our corporate philosophy to always connect with and develop sustainable relationship with people across demographic and socio economic classes’’, he stated.
Mr. Olojo noted that considering the huge opportunities sports offers Nigerians and its national unity cohesion, the tournament gives the right platform to reach out not only to customers of FCMB, but Nigerians across all segments.
‘’When we got involved in the tournament six years ago, we saw the level of engagement and excitement people, fans, the participating countries and other stakeholders expressed. This year, soccer fans should expect more fun-filled engagements from FCMB during the COPA Lagos. Our participation will be bigger, better and memorable’’.
Also speaking at the press briefing, the Managing Director of Kinetic Sports, Mr. Samson Adamu, informed that this year’s COPA Lagos Beach Soccer tournament will dovetail into the CAF Beach Soccer tournament, which Nigeria is hosting from December 13 to 18, 2016. According to Mr. Adamu, with the two tournaments holding simultaneously at the Eko Atlantic City, coupled with other side attractions that would be showcased, ‘’soccer fans and indeed Nigerians should expect an action-packed event with a lot of fun”.
The Kinetic Sports CEO expressed delight at the collaboration with FCMB over the years. According to him, “Our partnership with FCMB in the last six years have gone a long way to popularise and ensured the success of this tournament. The Bank has consistently proved that it is truly committed to the advancement of Beach soccer, sports and overall national development’’.
Apart from the excitement FCMB will build around the football matches, it has also lined up a number of activities to make the tournament impactful and rewarding. Among this is the cleaning of the Eko Atlantic Beach which aligns with the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) focus of the financial institution. This exercise, as it has been done in the last five years by the Bank, will involve top management and staff of FCMB, officials of FIFA, teams from the participating countries, football and entertainment celebrities and others involved in the tournament engage in cleaning of the beach. This is to create public awareness and draw attention to the need to take care of beaches, maintain the beauty and protect the environment.
FCMB will also organise a Kids Clinic by bringing in children from some charity homes. During this programme, the children will be taught by seasoned football coaches on Beach Soccer. The aim is to emphasize the importance of sports and physical fitness to the young ones in our society.
Spectators and other guests will also have the opportunity to experience the unique banking services of FCMB at the venue throughout the tournament as the bank’s sales team would be on ground to deliver services not only to customers, but members of the public that would be in attendance. FCMB will also be involved in the celebrity match, fashion show concert and other thrills and frills of the COPA Lagos beach soccer showpiece.
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Limited is a member of FCMB Group Plc, which is one of the leading financial services institutions in Nigeria with subsidiaries that are market leaders in their respective segments. Having successfully transformed to a retail and commercial banking-led group, FCMB expects to continue to distinguish itself by delivering exceptional services, while enhancing the growth and achievement of the personal and business aspirations of its customers.
http://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2016/11/fcmb-renews-sponsorship-of-copa-lagos.html?m=1
Open Heavens 11 November 2016: Friday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – What is your Priority?
Topic: What is your Priority? [Friday 11, November 2016]
Memorise: But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. – Philippians 3:7
Read: Philippians 3:10-15 (KJV)
10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death;
11 If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead.
12 Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus.
13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,
14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
15 Let us therefore, as many as be perfect, be thus minded: and if in any thing ye be otherwise minded, God shall reveal even this unto you.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 15:1-18:21, Psalms 102:1-15
MESSAGE:
In the category of the early Apostles, Apostle Paul could be called a latecomer. He was not privileged to be among the direct disciples of Jesus Christ. Nevertheless, this latecomer did more exploit than all the Apostles that were before him. By the time he was through with his period of preparation, the handkerchief of Paul was already performing wonders. It is not how early you begin that matters, but your level of commitment, determination and the amount of sacrifice you make for God. Apostle Paul made a rugged determination to forget his societal status, he left his profession because he knew that time was not on his side. It is not great events that make great people, but great decisions. Apostle Paul decided to count all his gains as loss for the sake of Christ. He abandoned all the self-glory and carried his cross and followed Jesus. The reason why many people have not been able to manifest the way God expects them to, is that they are not ready to burn the bridges behind them.
To become a divine champion, you must take a rugged determination to set your priorities in order, while others are wasting their time with frivolities, you must invest your time in personal spiritual development. The future belongs to those who prepare for it. You have to set your mind on certain things you want to see happen in your life. Apostle Paul pursued his goals relentlessly and nothing ever distracted him from the ultimate picture. There are many people who are far from their miracles because they have refused to let go. There is nothing I left for the sake of the ministry that God has not compensated me for with something much better. You have to make up your mind to forget those average goals and press forward for greater exploits in life. I made up my mind a very long time ago that I would not be an ordinary person. The choice is yours, to be or not to be? I made up my mind that I will be God’s choice forever. This is why I cannot take the grace of God upon my life for granted, because I know that the moment you remove God from my life, there will be nothing left. You must make up your mind that your priorities will be set right. Crave excellence and don’t settle for less. Be a standard for the world to behold in holiness and righteousness. Make up your mind that no matter what the cost is, you will pay it to be God’s favourite.
One thing you can be sure of is that nobody ever gives up something for Christ and not be rewarded here on earth with the assurance of eternity. There is nothing in this world that can ever be measured with the salvation that comes through Jesus. In comparison, there is no basis for comparing the worth of this world to the reward of eternal life. The glory of God that would be revealed to us is far beyond any possible acquisition by the works of man.
Prayer Point: Father, let my life be lived for Your glory.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. – Philippians 3:7
Read: Philippians 3:10-15 (KJV)
10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death;
11 If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead.
12 Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus.
13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,
14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
15 Let us therefore, as many as be perfect, be thus minded: and if in any thing ye be otherwise minded, God shall reveal even this unto you.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 15:1-18:21, Psalms 102:1-15
MESSAGE:
In the category of the early Apostles, Apostle Paul could be called a latecomer. He was not privileged to be among the direct disciples of Jesus Christ. Nevertheless, this latecomer did more exploit than all the Apostles that were before him. By the time he was through with his period of preparation, the handkerchief of Paul was already performing wonders. It is not how early you begin that matters, but your level of commitment, determination and the amount of sacrifice you make for God. Apostle Paul made a rugged determination to forget his societal status, he left his profession because he knew that time was not on his side. It is not great events that make great people, but great decisions. Apostle Paul decided to count all his gains as loss for the sake of Christ. He abandoned all the self-glory and carried his cross and followed Jesus. The reason why many people have not been able to manifest the way God expects them to, is that they are not ready to burn the bridges behind them.
To become a divine champion, you must take a rugged determination to set your priorities in order, while others are wasting their time with frivolities, you must invest your time in personal spiritual development. The future belongs to those who prepare for it. You have to set your mind on certain things you want to see happen in your life. Apostle Paul pursued his goals relentlessly and nothing ever distracted him from the ultimate picture. There are many people who are far from their miracles because they have refused to let go. There is nothing I left for the sake of the ministry that God has not compensated me for with something much better. You have to make up your mind to forget those average goals and press forward for greater exploits in life. I made up my mind a very long time ago that I would not be an ordinary person. The choice is yours, to be or not to be? I made up my mind that I will be God’s choice forever. This is why I cannot take the grace of God upon my life for granted, because I know that the moment you remove God from my life, there will be nothing left. You must make up your mind that your priorities will be set right. Crave excellence and don’t settle for less. Be a standard for the world to behold in holiness and righteousness. Make up your mind that no matter what the cost is, you will pay it to be God’s favourite.
One thing you can be sure of is that nobody ever gives up something for Christ and not be rewarded here on earth with the assurance of eternity. There is nothing in this world that can ever be measured with the salvation that comes through Jesus. In comparison, there is no basis for comparing the worth of this world to the reward of eternal life. The glory of God that would be revealed to us is far beyond any possible acquisition by the works of man.
Prayer Point: Father, let my life be lived for Your glory.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Thursday, 10 November 2016
Not my President!!! Americans protest against Trump
According to the U.S Police, as much as 5000 pro-Hillary supporters took to the streets across the U.S and the White House on Wednesday night to protest against the election of Billionaire business man Donald Trump as the next president of America.
Some protesters who also marched to Trump Towers, New York, including Lady Gaga on Wednesday night, yelled about issues such as immigration and other controversial topics from the Republican party campaign.
"Not my President, not today," many across the White House yelled.
"It's been really frustrating, because as a nation we thought we had come so far but it seems like we're taking many steps back," another woman at Trump Towers said to CNN. So we want to come together to change that and make sure we keep going forward."
In Portland, Pro-Hillary supporters chanted "No Trump, no KKK, no fascist USA" While Protesters in D.C., who headed to the Trump International Hotel, shouted "No Trump, no KKK''
While Latinos marched in their thousands to the Los Angeles City Hall Wednesday night and chanted
"I will not live in fear," "Fight back, stand up" and "¡Si se puede!" (Spanish for "It can be done"). People are furious not just at the results of the election, but the rhetoric of Donald Trump," Ahmed Kanna, an organizer for Social Alternative Berkeley, told CNN's Don Lemon.
Some people even gathered at the White house to mourn the election loss of Hillary Clinton as any feared their friends and loved ones could be deported once Trump becomes president.
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Some protesters who also marched to Trump Towers, New York, including Lady Gaga on Wednesday night, yelled about issues such as immigration and other controversial topics from the Republican party campaign.
"Not my President, not today," many across the White House yelled.
"It's been really frustrating, because as a nation we thought we had come so far but it seems like we're taking many steps back," another woman at Trump Towers said to CNN. So we want to come together to change that and make sure we keep going forward."
In Portland, Pro-Hillary supporters chanted "No Trump, no KKK, no fascist USA" While Protesters in D.C., who headed to the Trump International Hotel, shouted "No Trump, no KKK''
While Latinos marched in their thousands to the Los Angeles City Hall Wednesday night and chanted
"I will not live in fear," "Fight back, stand up" and "¡Si se puede!" (Spanish for "It can be done"). People are furious not just at the results of the election, but the rhetoric of Donald Trump," Ahmed Kanna, an organizer for Social Alternative Berkeley, told CNN's Don Lemon.
Some people even gathered at the White house to mourn the election loss of Hillary Clinton as any feared their friends and loved ones could be deported once Trump becomes president.
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http://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2016/11/not-my-president-not-today-thousands-in.html?m=1
I have no patience for injustice says Trump
HIGHLIGHTS ON DONALD TRUMP'S VICTORY SPEECH:
(1) " First, my plan will begin with safety at home which means safe neighborhoods, secure borders, and protection from terrorism. There can be no prosperity without law and order"
(2) " On the economy, I will outline reforms to add millions of new jobs and trillions in new wealth that can be used to rebuild America.
A number of these reforms that I will outline tonight will be opposed by some of our nation's most powerful special interests. That is because these interests have rigged our political and economic system for their exclusive benefit."
(3) " I have no patience for injustice. No tolerance for government incompetence. When innocent people suffer, because our political system lacks the will, or the courage, or the basic decency to enforce our laws, or worse still, has sold out to some corporate lobbyist for cash I am not able to look the other way. And I won't look the other way"
(4) " I have joined the political arena so that the powerful can no longer beat up on people that cannot defend themselves"
(5) " To make life safe in America, we must also address the growing threats from outside the country. We are going to defeat the barbarians of ISIS. And we are going to defeat them bad"
(6) " Lastly, and very importantly, we must immediately suspend immigration from any nation that has been compromised by terrorism until such time as proven vetting mechanisms have been put in place. We don't want them in our country."
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(1) " First, my plan will begin with safety at home which means safe neighborhoods, secure borders, and protection from terrorism. There can be no prosperity without law and order"
(2) " On the economy, I will outline reforms to add millions of new jobs and trillions in new wealth that can be used to rebuild America.
A number of these reforms that I will outline tonight will be opposed by some of our nation's most powerful special interests. That is because these interests have rigged our political and economic system for their exclusive benefit."
(3) " I have no patience for injustice. No tolerance for government incompetence. When innocent people suffer, because our political system lacks the will, or the courage, or the basic decency to enforce our laws, or worse still, has sold out to some corporate lobbyist for cash I am not able to look the other way. And I won't look the other way"
(4) " I have joined the political arena so that the powerful can no longer beat up on people that cannot defend themselves"
(5) " To make life safe in America, we must also address the growing threats from outside the country. We are going to defeat the barbarians of ISIS. And we are going to defeat them bad"
(6) " Lastly, and very importantly, we must immediately suspend immigration from any nation that has been compromised by terrorism until such time as proven vetting mechanisms have been put in place. We don't want them in our country."
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Wednesday, 9 November 2016
Oke alleges plot to stop him through EFCC
THE Alliance for Democracy, AD, Governorship Candidate, Olusola Oke, yesterday cried out over plans by some cabals within the Presidency to stop him from contesting the coming election. Mentioning the names of three serving governors and two ministers, Oke pleaded with President Muhammadu Buhari to save him ‘’from a cabal within his government’’ that is bent on stopping him.Olusola Oke,Olusola Oke, newsmen in Akure the Director General of the Oke campaign Organisation, Mr Bola Ilori, said: “Their best joker, which has been lent credence to by the popular boasts in town in the past few days… is the ploy to instigate the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to invite and possibly detain Chief Oke days before the election over phantom allegations. “Chief Olusola Oke has been severally investigated and cleared by the anti-graft agency of any financial impropriety, but of recent, they have been putting a lot of pressure on the Commission to harass him with a view to make him look as if he is guilty, a development which is far from the truth.” Wondering why the onslaught against Oke was renewed now that the election is two weeks away, Ilori said: “The allegations against him are mere tissues of lies that had been found to be so by the proper authorities…This plot to stop Chief Oke from contesting the election is simply to clear the way for their protégé, Rotimi Akeredolu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who is also vying for the Ondo State governorship position… “We want to by this medium, crying our to President Muhammadu Buhari to save Nigeria democracy from a cabal within his government hell bent on stopping our candidate from contesting the election by resorting to to under hand methods. Nigerian is gradually sliding towards a fascist state in the hands of this unscrupulous cabal.’’
Read more at: http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/11/oke-alleges-plot-stop-efcc/
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Tuesday, 8 November 2016
Open Heavens 8 November 2016: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Catalysts for Miracles
Topic: Catalysts for Miracles [Tuesday 8, November 2016]
Memorise: Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. – Mark 9:23
Read: Mark 9:19-29 (KJV)
19 He answereth him, and saith, O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him unto me.
20 And they brought him unto him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming.
21 And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, Of a child.
22 And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us.
23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
24 And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
25 When Jesus saw that the people came running together, he rebuked the foul spirit, saying unto him, Thou dumb and deaf spirit, I charge thee, come out of him, and enter no more into him.
26 And the spirit cried, and rent him sore, and came out of him: and he was as one dead; insomuch that many said, He is dead.
27 But Jesus took him by the hand, and lifted him up; and he arose.
28 And when he was come into the house, his disciples asked him privately, Why could not we cast him out?
29 And he said unto them, This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 4-7, Psalms 98
MESSAGE:
In the Kingdom of God, there is no room for impossibility. Impossibilities only exist in the realm of the physical. As far as the dictionary of heaven is concerned, everything is possible.
“For with God nothing shall be impossible.” - Luke 1:37
It doesn’t matter how hopeless a situation can be, there is hope in Jesus. Without miracles, signs and wonders, there will never be any credibility to the Christian faith. In the realm of the miraculous, events that are contrary to natural laws can take place. This is because the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ are miracles. But, to operate in the miraculous, you need to first find your identity in Christ Jesus. Your newness in Christ Jesus will give you access to His divinity so that you can call those things that be not as though they are. However, there are certain things that trigger the occurrence of signs and wonders in a person’s life. An understanding of the position of a child of God in the scheme of things will determine how much possibility such a person can command. There are so much wonders that happen when the Name of Jesus is called in righteousness. That Name is enough to silence everything that God has not planted in your life. That Name commands immediate results. There is a release of miracles once the Name is called in Spirit and in truth.
When the irreversible becomes reversible, then the miraculous is at work as we find in the case of Ezekiel and his encounter with the dry bones. I decree into the life of someone reading this devotional; you are the next in line for a miracle in your family. In Genesis 1:3, “God said let there be light” and immediately there was light. Whenever God is present, you can expect miraculous happenings. What is that problem that you are presently facing? By the power of God, it shall be resolved now in Jesus’ name.
Doubts and unbelief are the opposites of the miraculous. When we don’t believe what God is saying concerning any situation, it becomes impossible to receive what God has promised at such times, but if you constantly walk in faith, it will make your testimonies a reference point. Worship is also a catalyst for the miraculous. Every time you get to that point where you forget about your problems and you worship His Person, knowing well that His Person and Power is greater than your problem, you can be sure that your miracle is on its way. Also, when you enforce the Name of Jesus on any situation, you can be sure that the condition will change for the better. At the mention of His name, yokes are destroyed, oppositions naturally give way and long endured problems become a thing of the past. God’s presence in your life is a guarantee for a continuous flow of signs and wonders. If you keep His presence, you will live a life of continuous victory and celebration.
Prayer Point: Father, let me be the next in line for a miracle.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. – Mark 9:23
Read: Mark 9:19-29 (KJV)
19 He answereth him, and saith, O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him unto me.
20 And they brought him unto him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming.
21 And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, Of a child.
22 And ofttimes it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if thou canst do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us.
23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
24 And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
25 When Jesus saw that the people came running together, he rebuked the foul spirit, saying unto him, Thou dumb and deaf spirit, I charge thee, come out of him, and enter no more into him.
26 And the spirit cried, and rent him sore, and came out of him: and he was as one dead; insomuch that many said, He is dead.
27 But Jesus took him by the hand, and lifted him up; and he arose.
28 And when he was come into the house, his disciples asked him privately, Why could not we cast him out?
29 And he said unto them, This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 4-7, Psalms 98
MESSAGE:
In the Kingdom of God, there is no room for impossibility. Impossibilities only exist in the realm of the physical. As far as the dictionary of heaven is concerned, everything is possible.
“For with God nothing shall be impossible.” - Luke 1:37
It doesn’t matter how hopeless a situation can be, there is hope in Jesus. Without miracles, signs and wonders, there will never be any credibility to the Christian faith. In the realm of the miraculous, events that are contrary to natural laws can take place. This is because the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ are miracles. But, to operate in the miraculous, you need to first find your identity in Christ Jesus. Your newness in Christ Jesus will give you access to His divinity so that you can call those things that be not as though they are. However, there are certain things that trigger the occurrence of signs and wonders in a person’s life. An understanding of the position of a child of God in the scheme of things will determine how much possibility such a person can command. There are so much wonders that happen when the Name of Jesus is called in righteousness. That Name is enough to silence everything that God has not planted in your life. That Name commands immediate results. There is a release of miracles once the Name is called in Spirit and in truth.
When the irreversible becomes reversible, then the miraculous is at work as we find in the case of Ezekiel and his encounter with the dry bones. I decree into the life of someone reading this devotional; you are the next in line for a miracle in your family. In Genesis 1:3, “God said let there be light” and immediately there was light. Whenever God is present, you can expect miraculous happenings. What is that problem that you are presently facing? By the power of God, it shall be resolved now in Jesus’ name.
Doubts and unbelief are the opposites of the miraculous. When we don’t believe what God is saying concerning any situation, it becomes impossible to receive what God has promised at such times, but if you constantly walk in faith, it will make your testimonies a reference point. Worship is also a catalyst for the miraculous. Every time you get to that point where you forget about your problems and you worship His Person, knowing well that His Person and Power is greater than your problem, you can be sure that your miracle is on its way. Also, when you enforce the Name of Jesus on any situation, you can be sure that the condition will change for the better. At the mention of His name, yokes are destroyed, oppositions naturally give way and long endured problems become a thing of the past. God’s presence in your life is a guarantee for a continuous flow of signs and wonders. If you keep His presence, you will live a life of continuous victory and celebration.
Prayer Point: Father, let me be the next in line for a miracle.
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Real Madrid forward 'has 10 years' left
Cristiano Ronaldo said he can continue playing for another 10 years after signing a new deal at Real Madrid.
The 31-year-old Portuguese's last deal was set to end in June 2018 but he will now remain with the Spanish giants until June 2021.
He added that the new contract would not be the last deal he signs.
"What I most want is to continue enjoying the years I have left to play," said the former Manchester United player. "I still have 10 years."
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez added: "We want to be together for many years to come."
Ronaldo has scored 371 goals since joining Real from United in 2009 and has helped the club win the Champions League twice and La Liga once.
While he wants to end his career at the Bernabeu, he admitted: "No-one knows what the future holds."
He added: "I'm going to be here for another five years, but let it be known this will not be my last contract.
"I have said many times that I carry this club in my heart, it is part of me and it is a special time in my life.
"Of course I would like to end my career at this club. I want to be here for many years to come. I want to continue rewriting history at this club."
It has been reported his weekly wage will remain at around £365,000.
Ronaldo helped Real cement their place at the top of the La Liga table by beating Leganes 3-0 on Sunday.
After the game, Real boss Zinedine Zidane described Ronaldo as "unique".
BBC
The 31-year-old Portuguese's last deal was set to end in June 2018 but he will now remain with the Spanish giants until June 2021.
He added that the new contract would not be the last deal he signs.
"What I most want is to continue enjoying the years I have left to play," said the former Manchester United player. "I still have 10 years."
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez added: "We want to be together for many years to come."
Ronaldo has scored 371 goals since joining Real from United in 2009 and has helped the club win the Champions League twice and La Liga once.
While he wants to end his career at the Bernabeu, he admitted: "No-one knows what the future holds."
He added: "I'm going to be here for another five years, but let it be known this will not be my last contract.
"I have said many times that I carry this club in my heart, it is part of me and it is a special time in my life.
"Of course I would like to end my career at this club. I want to be here for many years to come. I want to continue rewriting history at this club."
It has been reported his weekly wage will remain at around £365,000.
Ronaldo helped Real cement their place at the top of the La Liga table by beating Leganes 3-0 on Sunday.
After the game, Real boss Zinedine Zidane described Ronaldo as "unique".
BBC
Monday, 7 November 2016
American Election: Historical table of electoral college results
For simplicity, candidates listed are only those that received at least 1.0% of the total popular vote or more than one electoral vote for elections including and after 1824, or greater than 5 electoral votes for elections including and before 1820Political party of each candidate is indicated in* Winner received less than an absolute majority of the popular vote.† Losing candidate received a plurality of the popular vote.‡ Losing candidate received an absolute majority of the popular vote.** As the second place winner, was elected Vice President as per the law in effect prior to the ratification of the Twelfth Amendment.
Order
Election year
Winner
Other major candidates
1st 1788–1789 George Washington (no party) – 69 electoral votes John Adams** (no party) – 34 electoral votes
John Jay (no party) – 9
Robert H. Harrison (no party) – 6
John Rutledge (no party) – 6
2nd 1792 George Washington (no party) – 132 John Adams** (Federalist) – 77
George Clinton (Democratic-Republican) – 50
3rd 1796 John Adams (Federalist) – 71 Thomas Jefferson** (Democratic-Republican) – 68
Thomas Pinckney (Federalist) – 59
Aaron Burr (Democratic-Republican) – 30
Samuel Adams (Democratic-Republican) – 15
Oliver Ellsworth (Federalist) – 11
George Clinton (Democratic-Republican) – 7
4th 1800 Thomas Jefferson (Democratic-Republican) – 73[33] Aaron Burr** (Democratic-Republican) – 73[33]
John Adams (Federalist) – 65
Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (Federalist) – 64
5th 1804 Thomas Jefferson (Democratic-Republican) – 162 Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (Federalist) – 14
6th 1808 James Madison (Democratic-Republican) – 122 Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (Federalist) – 47
George Clinton (Democratic-Republican) – 6
James Monroe (Democratic-Republican) – 0
7th 1812 James Madison (Democratic-Republican) – 128 DeWitt Clinton (Federalist) – 89
8th 1816 James Monroe (Democratic-Republican) – 183 Rufus King (Federalist) – 34
9th 1820 James Monroe (Democratic-Republican) – 228/231 [34] John Quincy Adams (Democratic-Republican) – 1
10th 1824*† John Quincy Adams* (Democratic-Republican) – 84[35] Andrew Jackson† (Democratic-Republican) – 99[35]
William H. Crawford (Democratic-Republican) – 41
Henry Clay (Democratic-Republican) – 37
11th 1828 Andrew Jackson (Democratic) – 178 John Quincy Adams (National Republican) – 83
12th 1832 Andrew Jackson (Democratic) – 219 Henry Clay (National Republican) – 49
John Floyd (Nullifier) – 11
William Wirt (Anti-Masonic) – 7
13th 1836 Martin Van Buren (Democratic) – 170 William Henry Harrison (Whig) – 73
Hugh Lawson White (Whig) – 26
Daniel Webster (Whig) – 14
Willie Person Mangum (Whig) – 11
14th 1840 William Henry Harrison (Whig) – 234 Martin Van Buren (Democratic) – 60
15th 1844* James K. Polk* (Democratic) – 170 Henry Clay (Whig) – 105
James G. Birney (Liberty) – 0
16th 1848* Zachary Taylor (Whig) – 163 Lewis Cass (Democratic) – 127
Martin Van Buren (Free Soil) – 0
17th 1852 Franklin Pierce (Democratic) – 254 Winfield Scott (Whig) – 42
John P. Hale (Free Soil) – 0
18th 1856* James Buchanan* (Democratic) Р174 John C. Fr̩mont (Republican) Р114
Millard Fillmore (American Party/Whig) – 8
19th 1860* Abraham Lincoln* (Republican) – 180 John C. Breckinridge (Southern Democratic) – 72
John Bell (Constitutional Union) – 39
Stephen A. Douglas (Northern Democratic) – 12
20th 1864[36] Abraham Lincoln (National Union) – 212 George B. McClellan (Democratic) – 21
21st 1868 Ulysses S. Grant (Republican) – 214 Horatio Seymour (Democratic) – 80
22nd 1872 Ulysses S. Grant (Republican) – 286 Horace Greeley (Democratic/Liberal Republican) – 0[37]
Thomas A. Hendricks (Democratic) – 42
B. Gratz Brown (Democratic/Liberal Republican) – 18
Charles J. Jenkins (Democratic) – 2
23rd 1876*‡ Rutherford B. Hayes* (Republican) – 185 Samuel J. Tilden‡ (Democratic) – 184
24th 1880* James A. Garfield* (Republican) – 214 Winfield Scott Hancock (Democratic) – 155
James Weaver (Greenback) – 0
25th 1884* Grover Cleveland* (Democratic) – 219 James G. Blaine (Republican) – 182
John St. John (Prohibition) – 0
Benjamin Franklin Butler (Greenback) – 0
26th 1888*† Benjamin Harrison* (Republican) – 233 Grover Cleveland† (Democratic) – 168
Clinton B. Fisk (Prohibition) – 0
Alson Streeter (Union Labor) – 0
27th 1892* Grover Cleveland* (Democratic) – 277 Benjamin Harrison (Republican) – 145
James Weaver (Populist) – 22
John Bidwell (Prohibition) – 0
28th 1896 William McKinley (Republican) – 271 William Jennings Bryan (Democratic/Populist) – 176
29th 1900 William McKinley (Republican) – 292 William Jennings Bryan (Democratic) – 155
John Woolley (Prohibition) – 0
30th 1904 Theodore Roosevelt (Republican) – 336 Alton B. Parker (Democratic) – 140
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
Silas C. Swallow (Prohibition) – 0
31st 1908 William Howard Taft (Republican) – 321 William Jennings Bryan (Democratic) – 162
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
Eugene W. Chafin (Prohibition) – 0
32nd 1912* Woodrow Wilson* (Democratic) – 435 Theodore Roosevelt (Progressive) – 88
William Howard Taft (Republican) – 8
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
Eugene W. Chafin (Prohibition) – 0
33rd 1916* Woodrow Wilson* (Democratic) – 277 Charles Evans Hughes (Republican) – 254
Allan L. Benson (Socialist) – 0
James Hanly (Prohibition) – 0
34th 1920 Warren G. Harding (Republican) – 404 James M. Cox (Democratic) – 127
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
35th 1924 Calvin Coolidge (Republican) – 382 John W. Davis (Democratic) – 136
Robert M. La Follette, Sr. (Progressive) – 13
36th 1928 Herbert Hoover (Republican) – 444 Al Smith (Democratic) – 87
37th 1932 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 472 Herbert Hoover (Republican) – 59
Norman Thomas (Socialist) – 0
38th 1936 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 523 Alf Landon (Republican) – 8
William Lemke (Union) – 0
39th 1940 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 449 Wendell Willkie (Republican) – 82
40th 1944 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 432 Thomas E. Dewey (Republican) – 99
41st 1948* Harry S. Truman* (Democratic) – 303 Thomas E. Dewey (Republican) – 189
Strom Thurmond (States' Rights Democratic) – 39
Henry A. Wallace (Progressive/Labor) – 0
42nd 1952 Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican) – 442 Adlai Stevenson (Democratic) – 89
43rd 1956 Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican) – 457 Adlai Stevenson (Democratic) – 73
44th 1960* John F. Kennedy* (Democratic) – 303 Richard Nixon (Republican) – 219
Harry F. Byrd (Democratic) – 15[38]
45th 1964 Lyndon B. Johnson (Democratic) – 486 Barry Goldwater (Republican) – 52
46th 1968* Richard Nixon* (Republican) – 301 Hubert Humphrey (Democratic) – 191
George C. Wallace (American Independent) – 46
47th 1972 Richard Nixon (Republican) – 520 George McGovern (Democratic) – 17
John G. Schmitz (American) – 0
John Hospers (Libertarian) – 1
48th 1976 Jimmy Carter (Democratic) – 297 Gerald Ford (Republican) – 240
49th 1980 Ronald Reagan (Republican) – 489 Jimmy Carter (Democratic) – 49
John B. Anderson (no party) – 0
Ed Clark (Libertarian) – 0
50th 1984 Ronald Reagan (Republican) – 525 Walter Mondale (Democratic) – 13
51st 1988 George H. W. Bush (Republican) – 426 Michael Dukakis (Democratic) – 111
52nd 1992* Bill Clinton* (Democratic) – 370 George H. W. Bush (Republican) – 168
Ross Perot (no party) – 0
53rd 1996* Bill Clinton* (Democratic) – 379 Bob Dole (Republican) – 159
Ross Perot (Reform) – 0
54th 2000*† George W. Bush* (Republican) – 271 Al Gore† (Democratic) – 266
Ralph Nader (Green) – 0
55th 2004 George W. Bush (Republican) – 286 John Kerry (Democratic) – 251
56th 2008 Barack Obama (Democratic) – 365 John McCain (Republican) – 173
57th 2012 Barack Obama (Democratic) – 332 Mitt Romney (Republican) – 206
58th 2016 ?
Source: Wikipedia
Order
Election year
Winner
Other major candidates
1st 1788–1789 George Washington (no party) – 69 electoral votes John Adams** (no party) – 34 electoral votes
John Jay (no party) – 9
Robert H. Harrison (no party) – 6
John Rutledge (no party) – 6
2nd 1792 George Washington (no party) – 132 John Adams** (Federalist) – 77
George Clinton (Democratic-Republican) – 50
3rd 1796 John Adams (Federalist) – 71 Thomas Jefferson** (Democratic-Republican) – 68
Thomas Pinckney (Federalist) – 59
Aaron Burr (Democratic-Republican) – 30
Samuel Adams (Democratic-Republican) – 15
Oliver Ellsworth (Federalist) – 11
George Clinton (Democratic-Republican) – 7
4th 1800 Thomas Jefferson (Democratic-Republican) – 73[33] Aaron Burr** (Democratic-Republican) – 73[33]
John Adams (Federalist) – 65
Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (Federalist) – 64
5th 1804 Thomas Jefferson (Democratic-Republican) – 162 Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (Federalist) – 14
6th 1808 James Madison (Democratic-Republican) – 122 Charles Cotesworth Pinckney (Federalist) – 47
George Clinton (Democratic-Republican) – 6
James Monroe (Democratic-Republican) – 0
7th 1812 James Madison (Democratic-Republican) – 128 DeWitt Clinton (Federalist) – 89
8th 1816 James Monroe (Democratic-Republican) – 183 Rufus King (Federalist) – 34
9th 1820 James Monroe (Democratic-Republican) – 228/231 [34] John Quincy Adams (Democratic-Republican) – 1
10th 1824*† John Quincy Adams* (Democratic-Republican) – 84[35] Andrew Jackson† (Democratic-Republican) – 99[35]
William H. Crawford (Democratic-Republican) – 41
Henry Clay (Democratic-Republican) – 37
11th 1828 Andrew Jackson (Democratic) – 178 John Quincy Adams (National Republican) – 83
12th 1832 Andrew Jackson (Democratic) – 219 Henry Clay (National Republican) – 49
John Floyd (Nullifier) – 11
William Wirt (Anti-Masonic) – 7
13th 1836 Martin Van Buren (Democratic) – 170 William Henry Harrison (Whig) – 73
Hugh Lawson White (Whig) – 26
Daniel Webster (Whig) – 14
Willie Person Mangum (Whig) – 11
14th 1840 William Henry Harrison (Whig) – 234 Martin Van Buren (Democratic) – 60
15th 1844* James K. Polk* (Democratic) – 170 Henry Clay (Whig) – 105
James G. Birney (Liberty) – 0
16th 1848* Zachary Taylor (Whig) – 163 Lewis Cass (Democratic) – 127
Martin Van Buren (Free Soil) – 0
17th 1852 Franklin Pierce (Democratic) – 254 Winfield Scott (Whig) – 42
John P. Hale (Free Soil) – 0
18th 1856* James Buchanan* (Democratic) Р174 John C. Fr̩mont (Republican) Р114
Millard Fillmore (American Party/Whig) – 8
19th 1860* Abraham Lincoln* (Republican) – 180 John C. Breckinridge (Southern Democratic) – 72
John Bell (Constitutional Union) – 39
Stephen A. Douglas (Northern Democratic) – 12
20th 1864[36] Abraham Lincoln (National Union) – 212 George B. McClellan (Democratic) – 21
21st 1868 Ulysses S. Grant (Republican) – 214 Horatio Seymour (Democratic) – 80
22nd 1872 Ulysses S. Grant (Republican) – 286 Horace Greeley (Democratic/Liberal Republican) – 0[37]
Thomas A. Hendricks (Democratic) – 42
B. Gratz Brown (Democratic/Liberal Republican) – 18
Charles J. Jenkins (Democratic) – 2
23rd 1876*‡ Rutherford B. Hayes* (Republican) – 185 Samuel J. Tilden‡ (Democratic) – 184
24th 1880* James A. Garfield* (Republican) – 214 Winfield Scott Hancock (Democratic) – 155
James Weaver (Greenback) – 0
25th 1884* Grover Cleveland* (Democratic) – 219 James G. Blaine (Republican) – 182
John St. John (Prohibition) – 0
Benjamin Franklin Butler (Greenback) – 0
26th 1888*† Benjamin Harrison* (Republican) – 233 Grover Cleveland† (Democratic) – 168
Clinton B. Fisk (Prohibition) – 0
Alson Streeter (Union Labor) – 0
27th 1892* Grover Cleveland* (Democratic) – 277 Benjamin Harrison (Republican) – 145
James Weaver (Populist) – 22
John Bidwell (Prohibition) – 0
28th 1896 William McKinley (Republican) – 271 William Jennings Bryan (Democratic/Populist) – 176
29th 1900 William McKinley (Republican) – 292 William Jennings Bryan (Democratic) – 155
John Woolley (Prohibition) – 0
30th 1904 Theodore Roosevelt (Republican) – 336 Alton B. Parker (Democratic) – 140
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
Silas C. Swallow (Prohibition) – 0
31st 1908 William Howard Taft (Republican) – 321 William Jennings Bryan (Democratic) – 162
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
Eugene W. Chafin (Prohibition) – 0
32nd 1912* Woodrow Wilson* (Democratic) – 435 Theodore Roosevelt (Progressive) – 88
William Howard Taft (Republican) – 8
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
Eugene W. Chafin (Prohibition) – 0
33rd 1916* Woodrow Wilson* (Democratic) – 277 Charles Evans Hughes (Republican) – 254
Allan L. Benson (Socialist) – 0
James Hanly (Prohibition) – 0
34th 1920 Warren G. Harding (Republican) – 404 James M. Cox (Democratic) – 127
Eugene V. Debs (Socialist) – 0
35th 1924 Calvin Coolidge (Republican) – 382 John W. Davis (Democratic) – 136
Robert M. La Follette, Sr. (Progressive) – 13
36th 1928 Herbert Hoover (Republican) – 444 Al Smith (Democratic) – 87
37th 1932 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 472 Herbert Hoover (Republican) – 59
Norman Thomas (Socialist) – 0
38th 1936 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 523 Alf Landon (Republican) – 8
William Lemke (Union) – 0
39th 1940 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 449 Wendell Willkie (Republican) – 82
40th 1944 Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic) – 432 Thomas E. Dewey (Republican) – 99
41st 1948* Harry S. Truman* (Democratic) – 303 Thomas E. Dewey (Republican) – 189
Strom Thurmond (States' Rights Democratic) – 39
Henry A. Wallace (Progressive/Labor) – 0
42nd 1952 Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican) – 442 Adlai Stevenson (Democratic) – 89
43rd 1956 Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican) – 457 Adlai Stevenson (Democratic) – 73
44th 1960* John F. Kennedy* (Democratic) – 303 Richard Nixon (Republican) – 219
Harry F. Byrd (Democratic) – 15[38]
45th 1964 Lyndon B. Johnson (Democratic) – 486 Barry Goldwater (Republican) – 52
46th 1968* Richard Nixon* (Republican) – 301 Hubert Humphrey (Democratic) – 191
George C. Wallace (American Independent) – 46
47th 1972 Richard Nixon (Republican) – 520 George McGovern (Democratic) – 17
John G. Schmitz (American) – 0
John Hospers (Libertarian) – 1
48th 1976 Jimmy Carter (Democratic) – 297 Gerald Ford (Republican) – 240
49th 1980 Ronald Reagan (Republican) – 489 Jimmy Carter (Democratic) – 49
John B. Anderson (no party) – 0
Ed Clark (Libertarian) – 0
50th 1984 Ronald Reagan (Republican) – 525 Walter Mondale (Democratic) – 13
51st 1988 George H. W. Bush (Republican) – 426 Michael Dukakis (Democratic) – 111
52nd 1992* Bill Clinton* (Democratic) – 370 George H. W. Bush (Republican) – 168
Ross Perot (no party) – 0
53rd 1996* Bill Clinton* (Democratic) – 379 Bob Dole (Republican) – 159
Ross Perot (Reform) – 0
54th 2000*† George W. Bush* (Republican) – 271 Al Gore† (Democratic) – 266
Ralph Nader (Green) – 0
55th 2004 George W. Bush (Republican) – 286 John Kerry (Democratic) – 251
56th 2008 Barack Obama (Democratic) – 365 John McCain (Republican) – 173
57th 2012 Barack Obama (Democratic) – 332 Mitt Romney (Republican) – 206
58th 2016 ?
Source: Wikipedia
Open Heavens 7 November 2016: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye – Are You Overcoming?
Topic: Are You Overcoming? [Monday 7, November 2016]
Memorise: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. – Romans 8:37
Read: John 16:31-33 (KJV)
31 Jesus answered them, Do ye now believe?
32 Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is now come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me.
33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 1-3, Psalms 97
MESSAGE:
God, in His Word, states that everyone who will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. The experience of persecution is part of our heritage as believers in Christ Jesus. The world will treat you in a cruel manner simply because of your faith. They will do many things to hurt you simply because you have chosen to live righteous. There are a lot of prices to pay for being a disciple of Jesus Christ, however, the benefits of following Christ far outweighs its cost. If you truly serve God the way you should, the world will persecute you. That is why I pity those people who live amiably with all and sundry. If you are a genuine believer and the world speaks so well of you and loves you so much, you have to be careful.
“For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:” - 1 Peter 2:21
Following the footsteps of Jesus may involve sufferings of all kinds. There are many people who say they are called into ministry, and they want to start the ministry by having all the comforts of life. They want offices that are fully air-conditioned; they want official cars, a place where their needs can be regularly guaranteed. Of course, there is absolutely nothing wrong with having all these, but it should not become a condition for our response to the calling of God upon our lives. Nobody who is really devoted to serving the Lord will escape the kind of persecutions that people like David, Jeremiah, Daniel, Shedrach, Meshach and Abednego went through. David was persecuted because he killed a giant that Saul was unable to handle. Jeremiah was beaten and cast into prison because he declared the absolute Word of God to a sinful generation. Preaching the truth will always attract persecution, but you can be sure that the blood of those you told the truth will not be demanded from you. Daniel faced a lot of problems simply because he distinguished himself among the governors. Shedrach, Meshach and Abednego were cast into the burning furnace simply because they refused to compromise and bow to other gods.
“Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” - Romans 8:37
This portion of the scripture tells us that there is no amount of pressure from the pit of hell that can take us away from the love of God. David was a conqueror because God did not stop with him until he got to the throne. Daniel was a conqueror because no king ever served in his life time without having to recourse with him. The same Hebrew boys that were cast into the fiery furnace were the same boys whose God was declared the only One whom the whole nation must worship. The Lord commands us to rejoice when we go through trials in life, because great is our reward. People may say all kinds of evil against you. They may hate you. They may decide not to involve you in any beneficial thing, just to put you off. Do not fret, because you will laugh last.
Prayer Point: Father, please, strengthen me that I may never bow to the pressure of life
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
Memorise: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. – Romans 8:37
Read: John 16:31-33 (KJV)
31 Jesus answered them, Do ye now believe?
32 Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is now come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me.
33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Bible in One Year: Genesis 1-3, Psalms 97
MESSAGE:
God, in His Word, states that everyone who will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. The experience of persecution is part of our heritage as believers in Christ Jesus. The world will treat you in a cruel manner simply because of your faith. They will do many things to hurt you simply because you have chosen to live righteous. There are a lot of prices to pay for being a disciple of Jesus Christ, however, the benefits of following Christ far outweighs its cost. If you truly serve God the way you should, the world will persecute you. That is why I pity those people who live amiably with all and sundry. If you are a genuine believer and the world speaks so well of you and loves you so much, you have to be careful.
“For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:” - 1 Peter 2:21
Following the footsteps of Jesus may involve sufferings of all kinds. There are many people who say they are called into ministry, and they want to start the ministry by having all the comforts of life. They want offices that are fully air-conditioned; they want official cars, a place where their needs can be regularly guaranteed. Of course, there is absolutely nothing wrong with having all these, but it should not become a condition for our response to the calling of God upon our lives. Nobody who is really devoted to serving the Lord will escape the kind of persecutions that people like David, Jeremiah, Daniel, Shedrach, Meshach and Abednego went through. David was persecuted because he killed a giant that Saul was unable to handle. Jeremiah was beaten and cast into prison because he declared the absolute Word of God to a sinful generation. Preaching the truth will always attract persecution, but you can be sure that the blood of those you told the truth will not be demanded from you. Daniel faced a lot of problems simply because he distinguished himself among the governors. Shedrach, Meshach and Abednego were cast into the burning furnace simply because they refused to compromise and bow to other gods.
“Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” - Romans 8:37
This portion of the scripture tells us that there is no amount of pressure from the pit of hell that can take us away from the love of God. David was a conqueror because God did not stop with him until he got to the throne. Daniel was a conqueror because no king ever served in his life time without having to recourse with him. The same Hebrew boys that were cast into the fiery furnace were the same boys whose God was declared the only One whom the whole nation must worship. The Lord commands us to rejoice when we go through trials in life, because great is our reward. People may say all kinds of evil against you. They may hate you. They may decide not to involve you in any beneficial thing, just to put you off. Do not fret, because you will laugh last.
Prayer Point: Father, please, strengthen me that I may never bow to the pressure of life
Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer's Ministries.
iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.
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