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| Posted: 24 Sep 2017 04:26 AM PDT  Tell us about yourself. I am a mother of a seven-month-old baby and a housewife. I am hoping to start a business once I have money to do so. There is a photograph of you all over the Internet holding a placard and soliciting a job for your husband. What made you do that I was led to do it and I followed the spirit of God. Left to me as a person, I wouldn't have done that. But I was spiritually intoxicated and that gave me the boldness to do it. God said that was the only way we would come out of the hardship we are facing and the slavery work my husband is doing. The word I got was, "There is always a sacrifice for every promotion.'' I was asked to make the sacrifice so my husband could be promoted and elevated. Why do you want a new job for him? For about 12 years, my husband has been working in one of the popular commercial banks in the country as an information technology engineer. They keep promising to promote him without any hope of doing that. He has also been receiving the same salary of N70, 000 since he joined the bank till now without a review. He was single when he joined the company but he is now married and his responsibilities have increased. I am really troubled, especially knowing the kind of man he is and the kind of job he does. I had to take the case to God in prayer. Before I went to the streets to carry a placard to solicit a job for him, I received a message from God that I should advertise him for our situation to change. I was confused the first time I heard the message. But after calming down, I heard God's voice clearly that it was what I had to do. I didn't do it of my own volition. It was not easy for me to do it. I had to ask God for boldness. I asked Him to give me David's boldness to be able to do it. He stood by me and I was not shy. I felt delighted that I could do that and sacrificed for my husband. That was the reason why I went public to ask for a better job for my husband. I fully realised when God spoke to me that there is a better job out there for my husband, for his destiny to change. How did you feel the day you carried the placard? I felt good and awesome because it was not my initiative. I felt good being an instruction that was divinely ordained and which I had to make for my husband and my family. It was not as if I did it for my husband only, I also did it for myself. We became one the moment we took the marital vow together. Many people wrongly abused me on the Internet that I didn't get a job for myself but wanted to get one for my husband. My husband is the head of the family. The kind of person my husband is, even if he gets a well-paid job, the money is for us. I know the kind of man he is. People gave me attention that day and also appreciated me. Have there been positive responses? Yes, people called the number I wrote on the placard to either identify with my case or ask what the situation was and how they could help. Fraudsters also called that I should pay some money to get a good job for my husband. But I told the last of them that called me that such amounted to offering bribes and God wouldn't want that. Some even erroneously called too to ask if I was searching for a husband. Many even wrongly believed a Facebook post by someone who claimed that he offered my husband a higher salary and I rejected, insisting on a salary in six figure range. The Facebook user, one kdkonline, claimed that he offered to give your husband a job but you insisted on a salary of N200,000 monthly. Is this true? I think the man only wanted to gain cheap popularity out of my plight. I have never met him before. I guess he got my number through my photo which went viral on the Internet. He called me and introduced himself as Oluwaseun. He told me that he has a foundation and I said, "Okay sir. Thank you for calling." He asked me where my husband was currently working and I told him. He said, "Wow, he has such experience and has not been converted.'' He again asked me the salary my husband was hoping to earn if he got a new job. I told him the amount he is currently earning monthly and added that a six-digit as salary would really be of help to us at this time. That was all I said. I was surprised when my attention was drawn to a post from the same man that I insisted on N200, 000 monthly. Honestly, if I have requested such an amount, my husband merits it because of his experience and competence. But I didn't say so even though I can confidently say that as an IT engineer with over 11 years experience, my husband is worth more than a salary of N200,000 monthly. I later learnt that is the pastime of the man on the Internet. That he goes online to demean people and criticise them to draw traffic to his blog for personal gains. I was sincere by saying six-digit salary was going to help my husband appreciate his labour to some extent and the man twisted everything on social media in an attempt to make us look bad and possibly make it difficult for genuine helpers to give my husband a deserving job. I leave him to God who led me to do what I did. He probably didn't know that I never of my own volition went to advertise my husband. It was a divine command. God, who asked me to do what I did, will not allow us to be ridiculed by him. I know that our divine helpers are thirsty to help us. The voice that parted the red sea and brought water out of the rock will open doors of unimaginable blessings for us. He surely will be alive to celebrate with us. Is your husband aware of what you did on his behalf? Initially, when I got the message, I was confused about how to advertise my husband. I asked God to speak to me the way I would understand. When I got the message clearly, I told my husband and he was shocked. He asked me why would I do such a thing when I was not drunk. He explained to me that having just put to bed and my body was just taking shape, l shouldn't face the sun in my state and also that people would interpret my action wrongly. I told him that it was God that told me to do it. He became calm instantly and we ended the discussion that day. But he didn't give me the go-ahead. I returned to God and told Him to speak to my husband if he wanted me to do what He commanded. Few days later, he was at work and he called me. He said since it was God who asked me to do it, it cannot be a bad thing and that who was he to oppose it? He told me to go ahead and that cleared the way for me. Did you envisage the publicity that would follow your action? First, it was not something I would have loved to do like I said earlier. But since it was God's will, I could not oppose it. I am happy after doing it because God is involved. I can see that He alone knows the reason why He wanted me to do it. Many people said I made a huge sacrifice and some also described me as a strong woman. I didn't see all these coming. For years I didn't do this. I only did what God led me to do and I am excited that He is backing me up. If I was told I would do this some years back, I would have said it cannot be possible. Even if I saw any person doing such, I would have thought the person was probably intoxicated. I was only praying that morning as I stepped out of the house. At a point, I prayed that I should not meet any of my family members on the way so they wouldn't think I was mad. My sister works on the Island and I feared that she could see me. I knew that if she did, she could drag me into her vehicle and drive me away. I didn't just go anywhere. I went exactly where God led me to on the Island. Where precisely did you go to on the Island? I spent about three hours in the area. I started from Idejo Bus Stop on Adeola Odeku Street. I spent 20 minutes at every junction to show passers-by and motorists the placard and distribute my husband's curriculum vitae. As I moved, people stopped, dropped their complimentary cards and prayed for me. My picture that went viral on the Internet was taken by one of the motorists when I stood in front of Coscharis Motors on Adeola Odeku. I don't even know who took the picture. I later moved through Ajose Adeogun Street, made a turning and came out through Adetokunbo Ademola Street, stayed for sometime before I boarded a bus and returned home. Did you disguise from known faces? I didn't do that. I wear glasses but didn't go out with it that day. Where I was working before I got married, computers affected my eyes so I am always on glasses. I don't really go out often but that day, as I beheld the sun carrying the placard, the sun seeped into my eyes and they became watery. I bought the sunglasses that day from a seller at Victoria Island because I didn't want people to think that I was crying. What do you have to say to Nigerians who may have misinterpreted your action? I want to urge them to always hear others out and not quickly react to things that they hear or see. If you see someone talking or doing certain things, take time out to know why the person is talking the way he or she is doing or behaving a certain way. There are some people that you cannot rubbish because if you do so, their God will fight for them. What kind of person is your husband? He is a highly spiritual man and down-to-earth. He is a very calm person and like a dove. He is too caring and can sacrifice anything for his family including others. How did your family react to your action? My siblings initially didn't know that I was the one in the picture that went viral. I was the one that called all of them and told them what I did. I put the phone on speaker for the only one who was not around to hear what I was telling the rest. Immediately I told them, they started weeping. I explained to them that God asked me to do it. They later praised me for taking a bold step to do what God asked me to do. What do you have to say to Nigerians who may want to identify with you for doing what you termed God's instruction? I will just say that anybody who hears our cry and help us is sowing into the covenant of God. I am sure that they will reap bountifully because it is God's order and not mine. It will be well with their homes, their strength will be renewed and joy everlasting shall be their portion.  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
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| I want to enlarge my butt - Cossy orjiakor | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 04:26 AM PDT  Busty actress cossy Orjiakore has made her intentions about butt enlargement known. Speaking with Sunday Scoop, the petite actress said: "I am so happy that Nigerians are looking sexy. As a matter of fact I want to go and enlarge my butt. I think it is very small so I want a bigger one. I may have the surgery in December, January or any time I choose. I am seriously thinking about it.On the Catholic priest she once threatened to expose for his immoral acts, she said, "I was given money, so I won't say anything about that. I spoke about it then because it actually happened. All I just wanted to do was to let people know that because someone is out there preaching does not mean he is holier than everybody else. It wasn't a personal fight with the priest. I ate his money, so I can never mention his name. I have nothing to gain by revealing his name, but be rest assured that the incident actually happened."On her relationship status, Cossy said, "I was engaged, but right now, I just don't care."  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Refreshing New Ways To Appreciate Psalm 23 Posted: 24 Sep 2017 04:25 AM PDT  Psalm 23 is one of the most recognizable chapters in the entire Bible. We learn it in Sunday school, see it in funeral programs, and notice it on church décor. Even those who do not attend church have likely heard this psalm before. When verses and chapters become familiar, we tend to not pay close attention to them. When we see it in our Bibles, it can be tempting to think, Oh, I know what this says already. Why read it again? Here's why — because the Bible is a living document. In 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Paul writes, "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work." The Bible never changes, but it always changes something in us when we read it. The Word of God always has something new to teach us, even if it's from a familiar passage. Recently, I was reading through Psalms and scanned over chapter 23. I almost skipped it, but decided to read it again. As I did, the familiarity faded, and I felt as though I was reading it with new eyes. Has that ever happened to you? As I read, three questions came to mind. They challenged me. I'm passing them along in the hopes they will challenge you, too. Question 1: Am I allowing God to lead me? God is always in control of what is happening, but we also have free will. That means we can choose to let God lead our lives. When we don't, it's the same as choosing to be led by our selfish desires. The opening of Psalm 23 beautifully shows what we can gain from surrendering and allowing God to lead our lives. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake (vv. 1–3).As I read this again, I realized that if God is our Shepherd, that means means we give Him control of our life. When we do, look at what there is to gain!
Question 2: Am I camping in the valley? Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me (v. 4).I heard a pastor say that this verse clearly states that the "valleys" of life are to be walked through, but some people tend to put up a tent and camp there. Convicting, huh? Sometimes we get bogged down in our circumstances and just decide that's the way it will always be. We figuratively pitch our tent in the valley. This tends to rob us of the joy that can come from our relationship with God. During the valleys of life, you must remember the last two lines of this verse, that God is with you and will comfort you as you walk. Don't choose to camp out and wallow in your misery. Put one foot in front of another while asking the Lord to provide a way out. If you are going through a season of sin, discouragement, or despair in your life right now, ask yourself, "Am I walking or camping?" Question 3: Have I lost sight of God's faithfulness? Let's keep thinking about valleys for a moment. Sometimes in the valleys of life, we take on a "woe is me" attitude and completely ignore all of the blessings that God has given us. Let's circle back to Psalm 23. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever (vv. 5–6). This means that if you could put your blessings in a cup, they would run over the top. Goodness and mercy will be following you everywhere, and you will spend eternity with God. That's the ultimate blessing! Ask yourself, "Have I lost sight of God's faithfulness?" If you feel like you have, even if you are not going through a hard time, stop and make an actual list of all the ways that God has been faithful to you. You can start in the comment section below. Even on your worst day, you will see God's blessings overflowing in your life if you look for them. As an added bonus, you will feel your spirit lift as you write. You literally cannot dwell on bad thoughts and the blessings of God at the same time. Seriously. Try it! [written by Sarah Garrett]  culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Beautiful Photo of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome & His Daughter Posted: 24 Sep 2017 04:00 AM PDT  Sharon Oyakhilome shared a photo with her dad, Rev Chris Oyakhilome, after her ministration at this year's 'Higher Life Conference' in South Africa. 24yrs old Sharon also known as CSO, is a UK based gospel singer and the pastor's first daughter.  culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| I can't date Ghanaian men, they are too lazy - Nollywood actress reveals | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:56 AM PDT  Chesan, continued saying despite the fact that Nigerian men are not romantic, she could never date Ghanaian either. "Ghanaian men are lazy, the only thing they do is sit at home, and the lady goes out to get the money to feed their sick ass. They can't spend their one kobo on women, they are only good in bed, based on what my friends told me, but not hardworking, I cannot date a Ghanaian," she stated emphatically.  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Elderly man rapes 4 and 5 year olds in Bayelsa | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:56 AM PDT |
| Emma Ugolee In Need Of Extra N15milllion For Urgent Surgery | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:56 AM PDT  Emma, who a few weeks ago travelled out of the country for his surgery is said to be in need of an additional N15million this is besides payment of the mandatory three time weekly dialysis which he must have. Dialysis cost about $700 (N259,000) per session for patients in America who do not have insurance. Emma due to this have had to cut vdown on the number of sessions he has weekly as he counts down to the resolution of his work up issues, his donors evaluation and then the eventual transplant. An estimated $40,000 (N15m) is required to make up what Mr Ugolee has for his next phase of surgery. Donations should please be made to Emmanuel Ugolee Zenith Bank 1002786554 Or http://ift.tt/2iokft1 ..... For those living outside Nigeria. God bless you all.  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Too much? See what Mariah Carey was spotted in? | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:56 AM PDT |
| Tonto Dikeh And Her Son Step Out In Matching Outfit | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:56 AM PDT   culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:56 AM PDT  Veteran actress Joke Silva, in a new interview with The Nation, has also weighed in on the much talked about domestic violence which seems to be on the rise on a daily basis. Aunty Joke as she is fondly called talked about the precaution to take to avoid domestic violence amongst other things. *Was acting what you set out to do? Oh yes. I knew from about the age of 10 and my parents supported me from the schools that I went to. After my A levels, I prayed. I asked God for confirmation and He said yes and I spoke to my father and he said, 'take a gap for a year and see if this industry is yours.' I'm talking of like late 70s and early 80s which wasn't common in our time and they allowed me to do it. When they found out that this was what I wanted to do and enjoyed doing, they said 'okay, go to drama school.' *Were your parents not bothered then because what most parents wanted for their kids was to be engineers, doctors and accountants? I think what bothered them was the concern that would I be able to make a living out of this profession I was going into. They knew the talent was there. They nurtured the talents, they encouraged the talent but I think the idea was to encourage the talent to be a hobby. My mother played the piano as a hobby, so it was something like that for them. They wanted to see how stressful the industry could be, how uncertain, in the sense that you don't always have work all the time but unfortunately for them, in my gap year I was working right through. Sometime, I had like three jobs at the same time. I was working so often and they saw that I loved it. *You are one of the very few celebrities whose marriage has stood the test of time. But nowadays, we hear a lot of break-up among celebrities. Does that not bother you? Not particularly. But I think people should know what their threshold of acceptability is. I think sometimes in this society, we tend to say you must stay in marriage no matter what it does to you. You hear some women who have stayed with their husbands right throughout the difficult times and when their husbands die they are so bitter because it seems that they wasted their life. This is something that the younger generations don't know. That being said, I think there is need for both sides to see each other as human beings. *Do you have a pet name for your husband? Oh yes, his name is Omoboy. Are there moments that it becomes heavy to call him Omoboy because you are angry or you are having issues? When Omoboy becomes Olu, that's wahala (laughs) and same with me, my pet name is Iya but when he says Joke, I know I'm in trouble. *What are your thoughts on domestic violence? I think I'm very happy that more women are coming out and talking about it. The partners must give themselves space once the violence starts. I think it is the most spirit destroying action that one can take. I think it is sad when relationships get to that point. *Can a woman really provoke a man into beating her? I think in relationships, especially when we are angry with each other I think it gets to that point when you understand that you should withdraw. Like sometimes when I counsel young people, I tell them that there is a tone that you recognise that if I push any further I will be in trouble. When you hear that you will hold, you will see it. It's in the eyes, you can't hide it. There is something I also want to mention that there is a violence that people don't associate with domestic violence and that is emotional violence. Emotional violence is a violence that is so deadly you don't see it. It damages the person psychologically and I think the onus is on those who love them.  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Depressed 17-year old jumps to her death | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:30 AM PDT  Arriving at the scene, police officials found the dead body of the the young girl lying in the car park of the condominium block. The girl who was on medication had reportedly been suffering from depression for some time. Her condition kept getting worse until she eventually took her own life, friends and family members whom she had been staying with revealed.  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Corruption will not seize in Nigeria until Jesus comes - Prophet Abiara | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:30 AM PDT  Asked on his view on the graft war of the current administration he said: "There is no way corruption will end in Nigeria before Jesus Christ comes. . There is corruption everywhere. It is just that the way each country does theirs is different. But it seems the issue of graft in Nigeria is indescribable. It is disheartening the amount of money people steal in Nigeria. . They stole so much and keep them in bizarre places. Why do they do this knowing that one cannot live forever? I have come to realise that looters are only rich compared to wealthy people. The difference between the two is that those who steal public funds are only rich. They steal for their greed and self alone. But wealthy people work hard for their money. . They work so hard to empower people by establishing firms where many work. They are conscious that they have to leave legacies long after their death. . . For example, Alhaji Aliko Dangote belongs to the group of the wealthy. He empowers many and establishes companies so many can earn a living. My advice to the greedy ones among us is that they should strive to do work that will speak well for them after death."  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Actor Zack Amata Finally Ties The Knot | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:30 AM PDT |
| Seven Steps To Achieving Financial Freedom Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:25 AM PDT  Many desire to be financially free and responsible, but find it difficult to turn the yearn into reality. Not constantly buying things on credit and also investing could help one achieve his/her saving goals. Here are some tips on becoming a prudent spender. Are you accounting for your income properly? It is essential to account for your income because it does not only helps but also gives you a general idea of what you are spending your money on. Although banks show you what you spend your money on which is great, but sometimes you want to know the particular item you spend your money on. It is advisable to do an excel spreadsheet on your expenses weekly or monthly, to help you know how to cut down unnecessary cost. Research and plan ahead Moving, planning a trip? It is important to have an idea how much things cost beforehand. For example, if you are planning a wedding in September, it will be helpful to have an idea of how much it will cost by June so you can plan accordingly. Budget This goes hand in hand with planning ahead. It is very important to prioritise the necessities first, before the luxuries. Setting monthly goals Apart from serving as a source of motivation, proper goal setting can help break larger, intimidating aspirations into smaller, more achievable stepping stones. You should try it. Save, save, save! Every opportunity you get, save. It is also important to save for rainy days, travelling, events and other unplanned expenses. Be realistic In as much as you might be desperate to save, you need to be realistic about it. The fact Mr A saves one million monthly doesn't mean you can do the same. Your saving goals have to be feasible enough for you to achieve them. Find out what works for you! Make your goals SMART Specific Measurable Achievable Realistic Time-bound [written by Ijeoma Onyemaechi]  culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| 10 Things You Should Know About Miracles Posted: 24 Sep 2017 03:00 AM PDT  The word miracle is used somewhat promiscuously to describe everything from healing a paralytic to finding a parking space at the mall on the day before Christmas. So we begin our ten things we should all know about miracles with a definition... (1) Max Turner, a professor of New Testament at London Bible College, uses the term in the semi-technical sense of an event that combines the following traits: it is an extraordinary or startling observable event; it cannot reasonably be explained in terms of human abilities or other known forces in the world; it is perceived as a direct act of God; and it is usually understood to have symbolic or sign value (e.g., pointing to God as redeemer and judge). Part of the problem is that many Christians envision God as remote from the world, removed from any direct involvement in their lives on a daily basis. Yet there are numerous texts that assert God's immediate involvement in everything from the growth of a blade of grass (Ps. 104) to the sustaining of our very lives (Acts 17; Col. 1:17). For this reason we must reject the definition of a miracle as a direct intervention of God into the world. The phrase "intervention into" implies that God is outside the world and only occasionally intrudes in its affairs. Some define a miracle as God working in the world apart from means, or an instrument, that would bring about the desired result. But God often uses instruments in performing the miraculous, as in the case of Jesus' feeding of the five thousand by means of multiplying one little boy's lunch. Others define a miracle as God acting contrary to natural law. But this implies there are forces (natural laws) that operate independently of God, forces or laws that God must violate or override to perform a miracle. But God is the author and providential Lord over all natural processes. Wayne Grudem has proposed a definition that avoids the virus of deism while seeking to remain faithful to the Scriptures: "A miracle," says Grudem, "is a less common kind of God's activity in which he arouses people's awe and wonder and bears witness to himself." What's important for us to remember is that no matter how we define a miracle, we must not think that a miracle means a typically absent God is now present. Rather, the God who is always and everywhere present, upholding and sustaining and directing all things to their appointed consummation, is now working in a surprising and unfamiliar way. This also helps us answer the question of whether unusual answers to prayer are miracles. I would say yes—if such answers are sufficiently unusual to arouse awe and wonder and to evoke acknowledgement of God's power and activity (e.g., 1 Kings 18:24, 36-38; Acts 12:5-17; 28:8). (2) It will help us to understand miracles by looking at Galatians 3:1-5 where the apostle Paul clearly describes both the initial reception of the Spirit at the moment of salvation ("Let me ask you only this: Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law or by hearing with faith?" v. 2) and the on-going supply and provision of the Spirit throughout the course of the Christian life ("Does he who supplies the Spirit to you and works miracles among you do so by works of the law, or by hearing with faith?" v. 5). (3) Clearly, God never gives his Spirit at any time or works miracles because we have put him in our debt by doing good things. Obedience to the law, says Paul, is not the reason why or the instrument through which God gives his Spirit to his people, whether that be at the point of their conversion or at any time during their Christian lives. In other words, Paul is ruling out any form of legalism or works-based approach to our experience of the Spirit. Twice in this paragraph, first in v. 2 and then again in v. 5, Paul rules out "works of the law" as the reason why we experience God's Spirit. (4) Just as clearly as Paul ruled out works as the reason why we receive God's Spirit he affirms that faith is the cause, faith is the instrument, faith is the grounds for our experience of the Spirit. Again, in both v. 2 and in v. 5 it is "by hearing with faith" that God bestows his Spirit. It is when we believe and trust God and his promises that he is pleased to pour out his Spirit, not only for the purpose of saving us and causing the Spirit to indwell us permanently (v. 2) but also for the purpose of working miracles in our midst. (5) The faith to which God responds by giving us his Spirit comes by "hearing". Hearing what? Obviously we "hear" the word of God when it is proclaimed or taught or read. Anytime the truth about God and the gospel of Jesus Christ is heard and believed and trusted and treasured and embraced, God responds by pouring out his Spirit. (6) Merely "hearing" isn't enough. We must have "faith" in what we've heard. Simply listening to a sermon isn't enough. Just reading your Bible isn't enough. Memorizing Scripture is wonderful, but if you don't believe what you've memorized it serves no good end. Reading theology books is wonderful, but if you never move beyond understanding to faith in what you've read, it profits you nothing. God doesn't reward us with the Spirit simply because we're smart or well-educated. People can know a lot about the Bible and can out-argue anyone theologically and never be the recipient of the miracle-working power of the Spirit. In both Galatians 3:2 and 5 Paul says that our hearing must be the sort that leads to faith. In other words, we have to "believe in" and "trust" and "treasure" what God has taught us or said to us in his Word. That's what pleases God. That's what serves as the instrument through which he pours out his Spirit. (6) Observe closely how God himself is described in Galatians 3:5. He is portrayed as "he who supplies the Spirit to you." This is a present tense participle. In other words, God is by his very nature and also by his choice a God who loves to give more of his Spirit to his people when they humble themselves and trust the truth of his Word. This is almost a badge of identification. God is saying, "This is who I am. This is what I do. I continually supply the Spirit to my people." (7) Don't forget that Paul is writing to Christians! These people in Galatia have already trusted Christ for their salvation. Back in Galatians 3:2 Paul referred to the provision of the Spirit that God made to them when they first trusted Jesus for salvation. But now in Galatians 3:5 he is saying that God continues to make provision for believing men and women. I stress this point simply because this is one verse that should forever put to rest the debate about whether God continues after our conversion to supply and provide us with more and more of the Spirit. He doesn't call this experience in Galatians 3:5 "Spirit baptism" or "Spirit filling". He doesn't use the word "anointing". But does it really matter? All that matters is that God is the sort of God whose very nature and purpose it is to give more of his Spirit on an on-going, daily basis to his people. (8) What specifically is it that God wants us to believe? In other words, what is the content or object of our "faith" to which God answers with the extraordinary supply and provision of his Spirit? We aren't told explicitly, but I think I know. There are several things Paul likely has in mind. Given the larger context and purpose of the letter to the Galatians, he surely has in mind our faith in the finality of Christ's death and resurrection and our confidence in that gracious work of God as the only hope for salvation. In other words, believing that we are justified by faith alone, through grace alone, in Christ alone is central to what we must believe. This is obvious when we read on in v. 6 of Galatians 5 where Paul speaks of Abraham "believing" God and being justified as a result. I also think Paul has in mind our faith and confidence in the character of God. Do you believe God is the sort of God who loves to do wonderful things for his people? Do you believe God is the kind of God who delights to build up and restore and heal? Do you believe that God is of such a character and nature that he has compassion on his people and rejoices to do them good at all times? Believing this about God is crucial to our experience of the supernatural work of the Spirit. Related to the former point is our faith that God is able to do such things. You may think that goes without saying. Surely if you are a Christian you know and are confident that God can do miraculous things for us. But may I remind you that Jesus always responded to that sort of faith with healing and deliverance and blessing. Let me give you a couple of examples of this. In Matthew 9:28-29 Jesus said this to two blind men: "Do you believe that I am able to do this?" They said to him, "Yes, Lord." Then Jesus touched their eyes saying, "According to your faith be it done to you." And they were instantly healed. According to what "faith"? What exactly had they believed that led Jesus to heal them? It wasn't their belief or faith that it was his "will" to heal them. Jesus never asked them, "Do you believe that I am willing to heal you?" He merely asked if they believed he was "able" to heal them and when they said Yes, he healed them. The leper in Matthew 8 said to Jesus, "Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean" (v. 2). The leper didn't question Christ's ability. He trusted that completely. He did have doubts about the willingness of Jesus to do it. But Jesus didn't rebuke him for such doubts, as if it were a shortcoming in his faith that might jeopardize his healing. He healed him because of his confidence that he could do it. (9) God is working miracles among and through these Galatian Christians in the absence of any apostolic influence. As far as we know, there were no apostles present in Galatia when Paul wrote this. Thus contrary to what most cessationists say, miracles were not exclusively or even primarily the work of apostles but were typically found among ordinary, average Christians like those in first-century Galatia. (10) In conclusion, consider how this passage relates to what Paul says in 1 Corinthians 12:10 and the spiritual gift of "miracles". The most literal translation of Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 12:10 is "workings of powers" (energemata dunameon). Although all gifts are "workings" (energemata) or "energizings" by divine power (compare to vv. 6, 11), the word is used here in conjunction with "powers" (dunamis) for a particular gift. The word often translated "miracles" in 1 Corinthians 12:10 is actually the Greek word for powers (dunamis). Thus we again have a double plural, "workings of powers," which probably points to a certain variety in these operations. So, does God "work miracles" among us, or do gifted individuals "work miracles" among us? Yes! God "works miracles" among us by awakening faith in his Word, in conjunction with or as a result of which he imparts a gracious divine enabling (i.e., a charisma, a gift) so that the believer can "work miracles" among us. What are these "workings" or "effectings" or "productions" of "powers"? Whereas all the gifts mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12:8-10 are certainly miraculous, the gift of miracles must primarily encompass other supernatural phenomena as well. Simply put, whereas all healings and prophetic words are displays of power, not all displays of power result in healing or prophetic words. Several possible manifestations of divine power may be included in what Paul means by "workings of powers" or "miracles." Consider the following: see Acts 9:40 where Peter raised Tabitha/Dorcas from the dead (although even this is a healing in the strictest sense of the term). Or consider Acts 13:8-11 where Paul induced blindness on Elymas. One might also include here Peter's word of disciplinary judgment that resulted in the immediate death of Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5:1-11). Perhaps nature miracles would be included here, such as turning water to wine, stilling the storm on the Sea of Galilee, reproducing food, and causing the rain to cease (or commence), as with Elijah. We might also include supernatural deliverances (exorcisms) are in view as well. [written by Sam Storms, president-elect of the Evangelical Theological Society]  culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Lagos Traffic Robbers Nabbed By Rapid Response Officers Posted: 24 Sep 2017 02:30 AM PDT  The criminal duo who have been terrorizing Jakande in Lekki-Epe axis of the state were caught red-handed at about 10:00 pm yesterday.  The suspects were handed over to Base 129, the closest police station to the scene along with exhibits recovered from them.  culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| 10 Things to Remember if You're going through Hard Times Posted: 24 Sep 2017 01:55 AM PDT  We learn from the book of 2 Timothy that we may experience suffering as a result of our testimony, our godly living, or our stand for truth, (2 Tim. 1:8; 2:8-9, 17-18; 3:6-8, 12). We may also experience suffering when we are rejected or left alone (2 Tim. 1:15; 4:9-11;), or as a natural consequence to our fleshly, worldly desires (2 Tim. 2:22). Suffering will indeed come, but God can give us grace and power to overcome every trial and to fulfill our purpose and mission in His kingdom. In his second epistle to Timothy, the Apostle Paul shares some important truths about how we can endure suffering. 1. Don't forget why you are suffering Remember your purpose and Whom you serve! The Apostle Paul said he was willing to suffer for the proclamation of the Gospel, for the sake of the elect, and for the glory of God. Our suffering, big or little, can be used to bring about the same purposes. (2 Tim. 2:8–9) 2. Remember that you are a prisoner of Christ, not of your circumstances or other people 2 Timothy 1:8: So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. 3. Keep going back to the things you know to be true from God's Word Don't doubt in the dark what you have seen in the light. Remember what you received as a result of your salvation in Christ (2 Tim. 1:5). Remember your calling and the grace of God (2 Tim. 1:1, 9-13). 4. Keep doing whatever God has called you to do Persevere, stay the course, and be faithful, regardless of any opposition or hardship. (2 Tim. 4:1-5) 5. Trust God to deal with those who oppose the truth Don't take matters into your own hands or become bitter and argumentative. (2 Tim. 2:23–26) 6. Remember times in the past when the Lord delivered or rescued you Be quick to praise Him and testify to others (2 Tim. 3:11; 4:16-17). 7. Rely on the resources God has given you You have them. 8. Remember that you are not alone in your suffering It's a phase, it will soon pass. 9. No matter how difficult things are today, you can face the future with hope. Trust the truth of Scripture. It's the truth. 10. In all your suffering, remember Jesus Christ Remember: Expect suffering—it is inevitable—but don't forget the powerful resource that you have in Christ. Entrust your life to His ever-present care and control. He loves you, and He will help you endure. [written by Nancy Leigh DeMoss]  culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Beautiful Nigerian Female Pilot Who's Married To A Pilot Posted: 24 Sep 2017 01:32 AM PDT  Here's a Nigerian pilot, Aniema Violet Enahoro, who has made name for herself in the male dominated aviation industry. The pretty pilot is from Oron in Akwa Ibom and married to a pilot from Edo. The lady said that she receives several encouraging and pleasant remarks from Nigerian passengers, mostly women whenever they see her on flight deck. In a previous interview, Violet revealed she enjoys being married to a pilot and that they share stories about their work. In her words; "I'm married to a pilot and this works perfectly for me. They say pilots talk about flying a lot. It's true, it never gets boring, no two days are really the same and usually I can't wait to get home and tell him about some weird escapade and vice versa (be at peace, pilots don't take passengers up and hunt escapades). I also have a 3 year old and another on the way, which means I'll have to stop flying soon."   culled from Olu famous Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Kylie Jenner Seen For The First Time Since Baby New Broke [Photos] | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 01:30 AM PDT  Kylie, in a bid to mask her rumoured baby bump, stepped out in a loose-fitting black T-shirt with red cargo pants further fuelling speculation of her baby news.     culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| 15-year-old boy caught having sex with goat | Mr Olumide's Blog Posted: 24 Sep 2017 01:30 AM PDT  Idi was arrested by police operatives attached to Kpakungu Division in Minna, Niger State, following a tip-off. SUNDAY PUNCH learnt that it was the second time the suspect had engaged in the act. The command's Public Relations Officer, Babalola Adewole, confirmed the incident, noting operatives attached to Kpakungu Police Division on patrol apprehended the suspect. Adewole said, "We will not relent in the fight against crime in the state until perpetrators are brought to book. We are determined to make Niger State crime-free." He, however, appealed to the members of the public to report any suspicious person to the nearest police station. The PPRO added that the suspect would be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.  culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
| Posted: 24 Sep 2017 01:30 AM PDT  Recall Sofia and Scott have recently sparked engagement rumors, well, people are worried and have disguised their worries in hurtful comments. Read some below:       culled from MPNB Mr Olumide's Blog |
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