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*DAILY DEW 16/FEBRUARY/2023*
*THE STUFF OF SALVATION*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain."* (1 Corinthians 15:1-2 (KJV))
_Bible Insight:_
When we make altar calls to people, we must lead them aside to share the gospel with them, lest they believe in vain.
I've heard people tell me they got saved at a meeting where there was no preaching on salvation but the preacher only invited people who were ready to turn a new leaf, and then people respond emotionally, in an atmosphere charged up by music and prayer, and that was it.
Frankly, such folks aren't saved! If salvation is a mere turning of a new leaf, Christ wouldn't have come to die for sins! The sinner must hear the facts of the gospel in clear and definite terms. He must see Jesus as the propitiation for his sins. His faith must rest solely and fully on the work of the cross. Otherwise, we stand the risk of birthing false converts. There's no other means for leading men to Christ apart from explaining the work of Christ to them. We must never forget this!
Preaching on how to position yourself in the labour market and then inviting people to receive Christ afterwards is not salvation. (Unless of course one has already been exposed to the Gospel but only at that moment felt convicted enough to receive Christ as Lord and Savior)
Preaching on the effects of sin and how people should stop sinning and then inviting people to receive Christ, is also not salvation. Salvation isn't what people receive by reciting 'the sinners prayer', after we have preached about other things.
_MEDITATION:_
*Salvation is itself the message they must hear. It explains the problem of sin and points to Jesus as the Lamb that has taken away the sin of the world (John 1:29). It assures and persuades the sinner of forgiveness and the gift of the Spirit through Christ, the Son of God. Faith must come from the message! (Romans 10:17). This is how men are saved.*
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*DAILY DEW 13/FEBRUARY/2023*
*The Mark Of Crucified Believers*
_Key Bible Text:_
*"I have been put to death on the cross with Christ; still I am living; no longer I, but Christ is living in me; and that life which I now am living in the flesh I am living by faith, the faith of the Son of God, who in love for me, gave himself up for me."* (2 Galatians 2:20 (BBE))
_Bible Insight:_
You think the message of 'next level', 'getting bigger', 'taking over' was what led the early church to sell their possessions and share among themselves? You think so? Think again!
When you feed on these self centered messages, you'd only live for self gratification, and not for Christ. It's time to teach believers to allow God's word 'take over' from self. The epistles aren't about 'next levels', they are about growing up in Christ. -- except and unless next level of growth in Christ!
There's a 'gospel' that's centred around human selfishness that appeals to many, but it is not the gospel of Christ. The focus is OFF learning Christ and denying self in order to live for and serve Him, rather it is focused on 'using Christ' to succeed in life. Quite appealing but far from the intent of the gospel.
MANY who embrace this will have testimonies of success with no testimonies of real spiritual growth and an increasing denial of self in order to serve Christ. The lines aren't as blurry, except one is really undiscerning.
_MEDITATION:_
*There is no greater success for the crucified believer except and until there is the success of Christ's life growing and taking over the old man completely* -- E.D.J.
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*DAILY DEW 25/JANUARY/2023*
*BECOMING YOUR FOCUS* (III)
_Key Bible Text:_
*"They committed themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the life together, the common meal, and the prayers."* (Acts 2:42 (The Message))
_Bible Insight:_
Praying, Bible reading, Bible studying, and other spiritual activities that builds or encourages these habits must be made a priority this year.
What's missing in the lives of some believers isn't lack of knowledge of God's word or how to pray; what's missing is the DISCIPLINE to keep at it.
Many prayer warriors will get to heaven to discover they had no prayer life because they neglected the word of God, which is the foundation for prayer.
While it's true that many confuse participating in many activities with spiritual growth, it is equally true that spiritual growth is impossible without getting involved in the right activities - bible study, prayer, ministry. These activities, when properly engaged in, will transform the believer.
_MEDITATION:_
*Taking delight in God must mean something beyond singing songs and dancing. Taking delight in God must also include enjoying everything that draws you closer to his presence, particularly spending time in the Word and Prayer. But more than that, it must mean only being pleased with doing His will every day*
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*DAILY DEW 24/JANUARY/2023*
*BECOMING YOUR FOCUS* (II)
_Key Bible Text:_
*"And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so."* (2 Kings 2:10 (KJV))
_Bible Insight:_
Every church attracts its kind and produces after its kind. If it's a church burning for Christ in zeal for the word, prayers and ministry, it will only produce more of such and attract the same. If it's a cold or lukewarm church, it will produce and attract the same.
We all know what we want in ministry and this is why we do what we do. As for me, it's focus on eternal things till I see Jesus. I love it when people testify about growing spiritually and deepening their commitments to Christ like never before when our paths crossed. That's why we are in ministry forever. Amen
I'm yet to see any believer grow beyond his associations! Any desire for transformation that doesn't include leaving wrong company and influences is wishful thinking.
The conversations you hold daily have far more reaching effects than a sermon on Sunday. Thorns choke good seeds. The only reason God's word will affect you deeply is when your daily conversations remind you of the things you've heard. There's such a thing as godly company - find it! AND KEEP IT! FOCUS!
_MEDITATION:_
*Keep your energy within your focus zone. Avoid dissipating energy on things, people, places and ideas that sap your energy without getting you closer to your focus. First, you must determine your focus. What's your focus and keep it.* -- David J. Egbochuo
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*DAILY DEW 5/JANUARY/2023*
*The Church's Most Precious Work*
_Key Bible Text:_
*And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. And all that believed were together, and had all things common; Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.* (Acts 2:42-44, 47 (KJV))
_Bible Insight:_
If there's no serious bible study
If there's no heartfelt prayers; including intercessions and Supplication for the souls of men...
If there's no evangelism
If there's no accountability
IT IS NOT CHURCH MEETING O!
If after every service you aren't stirred up to desire more spiritual growth and to serve Jesus and His cause, NO BE CHURCH MEETING O! Maybe a club with a touch of religiosity; a form of godliness.
If we need to rack our heads to think of fun programs to get more members to show up, problem dey o! If you need to add movie and popcorn night, music and drama evening to increase attendance, na amusement park o, no be church meeting! The gospel has its own attraction - signs and wonders - divine attestations. That's the Jesus way. And it must be our way! Beeni!
The power of God, even the demonstration of His Spirit is enough effect - too effective! There are churches you attend and you know you are just wasting your time. I mean, even you know they aren't doing anything serious. Some churches are nothing but satan re-branding worldliness. Help yourself this year and go where there's real fire and light!
_MEDITATION:_
*"Satan doesn't bother about how many wonderful activities we do in church as long as it's not related to soul winning."* -- Evang Reinhard Bonnke
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