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Shikaorsor Ademu-John
Rising above your fears and apprehensions when something inside of you pulls you beyond set parameters and perceptions can be a challenge. Each of us is called for God's purpose. The ability to overcome this challenge lays in our relationship with the Creator. Prayer is the Masterkey. Prayer drafts the access we seek.
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The Bible informs us of Abraham -"By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to set out for a place that he was to receive as an inheritance; and he set out, not knowing where he was going." Hebrews 11:8 NRSV
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God is not an author of fear. He already knew you will be at this point in your journey. When fear creeps into your heart REMEMBER that God is right there with you. Step into His promises.
We spend so much time building, planning and refurbishing old ideas and structures to establish trends that pull apart and away from God's purpose in our lives. We plan and act as though we have control over the tine we have on this earth. We get closer to God's plan for us when we build on and follow the teachings of Jesus.
The Gospel of John reveals a phwnominal message that connects many points of God's work throughout creation in both the Old and New Testaments. John's sospel points us to the creation story and reminds us of God's protective love, promise and forgiveness throughout our lives. Jesus is our fighting choice. But we must freely choose Him to gain God's gift of eternal life.
In a very desperate and confusing time when all seems lost God is saying through the story in the Bible (Mark 5: 21- 43) "...don't be afraid, just believe...". Rise above the NOISE of the crowd and remain focused on God. There is nothing God cannot do.
The prophet Ezekiel said he ate the scroll and it was sweet like honey. Have you ever leaned on the Bible for strength, healing or understanding? There is a mystery in how the word calms, directs and guides when we truly submit and listen to its teachings. The gospel of John 14 is a good example of the sweetness of God's promise. Listen and try it.
Unexpected incidents along the way trigger your inmost défenses. The closer I get to God the more I know of His greatness that He placed within us all. The Lord is my Shepherd therefore no matter what situations I encounter I know He is there to comfort me, protect me and direct me. God's resume is full of His grace that forever surrounds us all. Make Him your Shepherd.
Somewhere along your life journey we sometimes stop and reflect on where we are, where we are going and may even question the path we are on. Even though our choices may at times place us on an undesirable path, know that God is always close by. No experience or circumstance you may encounter is ever wasted or renders you unworthy in God's sight. Remember it was God who gave Joseph the dream of becoming à great leader. And it was God who guided him and equipped Joseph on a twisting and winding path to Governor in a foreign land. God's grace and favor profoundly withstands any challenges we may encounter. Nothing goes to waste.
The epistle of James in the Bible tells us " Consider it all pure joy ...whenever you go through trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete not lacking anything " (James 1: 2-4). Our goals many times are delayed as God works in us, shaping our minds and spirit to empower and enable us to receive positions and blessings that we praay for.
No matter what challenges you face, God is speaking through Abraham's experience and Obedience in the Bible - "climb" up the mountain of your oppression and meet God at the top. God WILL change your life. God is waiting on you to step out of your way and step into His way!
Life is confusing at times. Lately I hear statements and cries from people on media platforms in response to the crisis in our communities yelling out "...this is not who we are...". In response I question then qho are the multitude propagating hatred, lies and confusion? Why do some on a more subtle side feel we have all the answers? Why is it that we call on a God we don't seem willing to acknowledge in a deeper way? Why can't we collectively acknowledge the multiple brokenness systemically embedded in our nation and the world at large? In order to heal our afflictions we must bring ourselves to sincerely identify them and be willing to collectively collaborate to fix them. God is the way through Jesus if we can let Him in.
praise for Jesus through life's surprises. Jesus is always present. My mother sang this hymn so many times as O also do lately.
A reflection of life's experiences and challenges empowers us to gain deeper insights in our current and past lives that may better position us as a community for the road ahead. We may better appreciate each other across race, ethnic, social status and the many things we take for granted.
Prayer is a conversation with God conveying our concerns, hopes and requests. And as we communicate with each other exchanging concerns and thoughts the challenge in praying to God is our ability in listening to hear what God is saying to us. Many times our anticipation for God's response is heightened by our expectation and immediacy for quick answers as we expect things to be.. But God answers prayers in His appointed time. We must learn to be patient and wait on God's answer and direction.
If we were able to see God's purpose and vision for us we may choose not to go through the journey. Our experiences are only a part of the whole picture that only God can fathom. But through prayer and a strong relationship with God through Jesus we can withstand the setbacks and challenges to hold on through the process.
Remaining focused and knowledgeable of who you are lies in the depth of your relationship with Jesus our Lord and Savior.
Presenting some oncerns of young parents of color amidst issues of the pandemic, police brutality, race issues and raising a family.. It appears unless we as a society identify the underlying issues of fear on all sides effective sustainable solutions for social justice, moral decency and genuine respect for all people may be very difficult to attain.
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Ever so often life experiences cause us to move away from our beliefs, loose focus, and become afraid in a changing world. If we are not careful we forget about God's never changing hands and his promises to always be there through all situations.
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We are created for God's purpose. But our view of self prevents us from seeing God's power and might. We are readily discouraged by our perception of our inabilities to fulfil His designs. If we only learn how to be a vessel for God there is nothing He cannot do through us. He is Lord!
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Not too long ago I started an online ministry. We initially started doing bible study via teleconference which seemed challenging but thank God for these new avenues of communication we are in our second year going three years. Our organization ISY ministries is engaging vast audiences throughout the world. I hope you engage in our conversation and I look forward to hearing from you.
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