“And always, night and day, he was in the mountains, and in the tombs, crying, and cutting himself with stones.” (Mark 5: 5) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional. While the man with the unclean spirits was in the mountains and in the tombs, he kept cutting himself with stones, and … Continue reading DON’T HURT YOURSELF
RIGHTEOUS AND BLAMELESS, YET BARREN
Luke 1:5-14 KJV [5] There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth. [6] And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of … Continue reading RIGHTEOUS AND BLAMELESS, YET BARREN
QUESTION OF DAY: Will God really deal with my enemies for me?
People speak against you for no reason, betray you, or try to keep you from success. Enemies are something each of us must deal with in this life, and they can try us in every possible way. Our natural response to enemies is often to fight back, get even, put them in their place or … Continue reading QUESTION OF DAY: Will God really deal with my enemies for me?
As I Have Loved You
Imagine the night before Jesus’ crucifixion. He has communion with His disciples and washes their feet. He reveals that Judas is the one who will betray Him. He tells the disciples that He is leaving and they can’t come. Then, He speaks these words: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one … Continue reading As I Have Loved You
NO TEARS
“And always, night and day, he was in the mountains, and in the tombs, crying, and cutting himself with stones.” (Mark 5: 5) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture speaks of how the man with the unclean spirits would be in the mountains, cutting himself with stones. … Continue reading NO TEARS
HERE ON PURPOSE…. REALLY?
Jeremiah 1:7, 9 [7] But the LORD said to me:' .........For you shall go to all to whom I send you, And whatever I command you, you shall speak. [8] Do not be afraid of their faces, For I am with you to deliver you," says the LORD. [9] Then the LORD put forth His … Continue reading HERE ON PURPOSE…. REALLY?
Anger Management
Have you ever been mad at God? Certainly, everyone has had anger rise up against a person. And there are a lot of people who are angry with themselves. Anger is a problem all of us have to deal with. Many people come from backgrounds where strife was just normal. Our culture is so full … Continue reading Anger Management
SPIRITUAL ARMOUR
“3. Who had his dwelling among the tombs; and no man could bind him, no, not with chains: 4. Because that he had been often bound with fetters and chains, and the chains had been plucked asunder by him, and the fetters broken in pieces: neither could any man tame him.” (Mark 5: 3-4) That … Continue reading SPIRITUAL ARMOUR
A TALE OF DWINDLING POWERS AND BLUNTING SWORDS
Joshua 13:13 KJV [13] Nevertheless the children of Israel expelled not the Geshurites, nor the Maachathites: but the Geshurites and the Maachathites dwell among the Israelites until this day. Once upon a time, Samson, the anointed appointed Judge of Israel was traversing the entire land of Israel, a strong man who could not be killed … Continue reading A TALE OF DWINDLING POWERS AND BLUNTING SWORDS
WHEN YOU FEEL GOD IS SLOW
Out of frustration and a wish to fulfill a pressing need, Sarai decided to lend her position for a short while. Just for a little while, she decided to let her maid take her position and do what she thinks she cannot do. She persuaded Abram to be with her maid. Hagai took Sarai's place. … Continue reading WHEN YOU FEEL GOD IS SLOW
Living in the Balance of Grace and Faith
At our Gospel Truth Seminars, I always take time before meetings to talk with friends and partners. One of the most common questions I’m asked is “What do I need to do to receive the blessings of God?” It is usually followed by this explanation: “I have been praying, reading my Bible, going to church, … Continue reading Living in the Balance of Grace and Faith
FALSE IDENTITY
Now, my dear brothers and sisters, have you put on another person's identities? Are you bearing another person's name instead of the name given to you. In an attempt to travel overseas, some people have claimed the name of a dead person or a living destitute. Some people have agreed to carry another person's identities … Continue reading FALSE IDENTITY
Living in the Balance of Grace and Faith
At our Gospel Truth Seminars, I always take time before meetings to talk with friends and partners. One of the most common questions I’m asked is “What do I need to do to receive the blessings of God?” It is usually followed by this explanation: “I have been praying, reading my Bible, going to church, … Continue reading Living in the Balance of Grace and Faith
Seven reasons why I believe in God’s Word!
Next, we found that Jesus gives a seven-mile Bible study to those on the road to Emmaus. Note what He said THEY (the entire Old Testament) SPEAK (every book, every chapter, even every detail) OF ME (the Bible is Christ-centered)! Luke 24:25-27 Then He said to them, “O foolish ones, and slow of heart to … Continue reading Seven reasons why I believe in God’s Word!
Influence in Ministry
It is God who gives influence to men. It is however not a product of accuracy or perfection, it is a product of trust; that God can trust the heart of a man. Influence is good, light has no essence if it is under a bushel. Ministry however is not about it though it helps … Continue reading Influence in Ministry
DIVINELY ALIGNED
“And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,” (Mark 5: 2) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture speaks of that moment when the man with an unclean spirit met Jesus as He … Continue reading DIVINELY ALIGNED
DONT DROP YOUR CALLING AND PURPOSE FOR WHATEVER REASONS!
Philippians 4:11-13 KJV [11] Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in what-soever state I am, therewith to be content. [12] I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be … Continue reading DONT DROP YOUR CALLING AND PURPOSE FOR WHATEVER REASONS!
THE WONDERS OF HEAVEN REVEALED
1-MY CREATOR: Carried us from birth (Isa. 46:3-4) 2-MY GUARDIAN: Never sleeps (Rom. 8:28) 3-MY DESIGNER: Inventor of DNA (Ps. 139:13-14) 4-MY FRIEND: Lifelong Guide (Ps. 16:11) Your Best Friend Designed the life in one… DROP OF WATER God has demonstrated an unbelievable ability to cause life here on this planet to multiply and flourish … Continue reading THE WONDERS OF HEAVEN REVEALED
DON’T BE ASHAMED OF YOUR CALLING!!!
- Pastor Bimbo Animashaun Dear minister, never become ashamed of your calling. Every calling in Christ is A HIGH CALLING - Phil.3:14. Dimensions and operational dynamics notwithstanding, you carry A HIGH CALLING from the Lord. Don't embellish the specifications of your calling on the altar of social acceptance. You will be liberated in your mind … Continue reading DON’T BE ASHAMED OF YOUR CALLING!!!
IMMEDIATE RESULTS
“And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,” (Mark 5: 2) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture speaks of how the man at the tomb met Jesus immediately He came out of … Continue reading IMMEDIATE RESULTS
STUPID OFFER
Satan offer Jesus Christ the Kingdom of the whole world, but he forgot that he was talking to the Creator of Heaven and the Earth. What can you offer Him? How could this FOOLISH DEVIL offer Jesus the Kingdom of the World, when Jesus Christ was the Creator of the entire Kingdom of the whole … Continue reading STUPID OFFER
It Begins with a Sure Foundation
A true revelation of God’s Word is the single most important element of a victorious Christian life. The Word of God often refers to itself as a seed. There are a total of forty-four verses in the New Testament where the Greek word sperma was translated “seed.” This is the same word from which we … Continue reading It Begins with a Sure Foundation
Knowing God
If I were to ask a group of people what’s the greatest thing in life, I would probably get as many answers as there were people. Certainly many things contribute to a full and happy life, but I hope all believers would agree that knowing God is absolutely the greatest and most important of all. … Continue reading Knowing God
HOW SATAN SCHEMES TO TEMPT US: EVEN AS NEW CREATIONS IN CHRIST
We are looking at the sixth and final piece of our spiritual armor in Ephesians 6. But before we start examining the sword of the Spirit, do you remember the wider context of the book of Ephesians? Ephesians describes our new identity in Christ, the new us, or what we may call our new “operating … Continue reading HOW SATAN SCHEMES TO TEMPT US: EVEN AS NEW CREATIONS IN CHRIST
YOUNG MINISTERS, BEWARE OF JEALOUSY!!!
(Frank Talk) By Pastor Bimbo Animashaun There's this mindset that is pervasive in this generation whereby a young minister believes that some other young ministers belong to "THE HAPPENING CREW" but he doesn't. Now that's a dangerous mindset. Whatever name or label we call it, it is extremely dangerous. That is called "Exceptionism" and it … Continue reading YOUNG MINISTERS, BEWARE OF JEALOUSY!!!
NOTHING MISSING
“And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” (Mark 4: 39) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. In our Focal Scripture, Jesus said unto the sea, “Peace, be still”. In the Hebrew language, … Continue reading NOTHING MISSING
God Waits: Time to Repent: Unlike us, God is patient.
Before the judgment actually starts in Revelation 8:7, He waits a long time. Because we are a people of action, waiting is something that is hard for most of us. But God says that the greatest action that we can perform is being still before Him and praying. The half-hour of total silence before the … Continue reading God Waits: Time to Repent: Unlike us, God is patient.
OFFER YOURSELF, BEFORE ALL OTHER THINGS
The Kingdom of GOD is not One without demands, hence the Living-reality of being an object of Divine pleasure requires alignment with the Kingdom's demands. Yes, we have been "accepted in the Beloved"; a reality which establishes the legal side of our being objects of Divine pleasure. However, there is also a living(organic) side, which … Continue reading OFFER YOURSELF, BEFORE ALL OTHER THINGS
“BEING A VIRGIN AND A FOOL”
Matthew 25:1-5 1 "Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 "Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. 3 "Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, 4 "but the wise took … Continue reading “BEING A VIRGIN AND A FOOL”
NOT JUST AN AMEN
I regretted letting him know my passcode. He had withdraw my savings just like he did the last time. Its either I start a business and it's folds up due to lack of funds, the funds which keeps going into my husband's pocket or I am never able to venture into a new business as … Continue reading NOT JUST AN AMEN