Part of our asking God to protect us, delivering us from the evil one is tied to some choices. Choices to flee, choices to stay vigilant, and choices to put on the armor God has prepared, described, and commanded us to wear. We Must Wear the Armor of GodEdward Gibbon (1737-1794) who wrote the 18th … Continue reading OUR CHOICES TO WITHSTAND THE EVIL DAYS: by Standing In God’s Armor As Satan Attacks
Wouldn’t it be great if we could spend all our time in wonderful, spiritual meetings where the power of God shows up and we never have to think about anything else? Yes, it would be great. But it is not reality. The Word of God tells us that although we are not of the world, … Continue reading QUESTION OF THE DAY: Can I live in constant victory?
John 19:23-24 Then the soldiers, when they had crucified Jesus, took His garmentsand made four parts, to each soldier a part, and also the tunic.Now the tunic was without seam, woven from the top in one piece. 24. They said therefore among themselves, “Let us not tear it, but cast lots for it,whose it shall … Continue reading “STRIPING OFF OUR COATS OF MANY COLORS”
I was listening to my Bible the other day and something piqued my imagination. It was an instruction God gave to Isaiah Amoz. It made me realise modern pastors have it easy. Modern pastors use PowerPoint to illustrate their sermons. Sometimes they call people out of the audience to dramatise a sermon. It wasn't like … Continue reading God once told Isaiah to walk around in boxer shorts and no shoes
“And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, that he lifted up his eyes and looked, and, behold, there stood a man over against him with his sword drawn in his hand: and Joshua went unto him...” (Joshua 5: 13) Our Focal Scripture speaks of that moment when Joshua was standing by Jericho. … Continue reading YOU WILL STEP IN
Last year, I taught on the book of Romans and addressed a variety of topics, including the fact that the old man is dead (Rom. 6:6). But the Lord told me to make a whole teaching specifically about the old man so that people could really understand it. There are a lot of people who … Continue reading The Old Man Is Dead
“And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, that he lifted up his eyes and looked, and, behold, there stood a man over against him with his sword drawn in his hand: and Joshua went unto him, and said unto him, Art thou for us, or for our adversaries?” (Joshua 5: 13) Our … Continue reading WEALTHY PLACE
As we see all the dangers of war, economic uncertainties, deadly viruses, and the climate around us decaying each day—Jesus explains how we should respond. He tells us, more than that—Jesus COMMANDS us HOW to hold on tightly to our Father in Heaven As you see the Last Days swirling around you make a choice … Continue reading HOW TO NEVER LOSE CONNECTION WITH GOD
Matthew 25:14-16 KJV[14] For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. [15] And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his … Continue reading YOUR GIFTS, YOUR SERVICE AND THE KINGDOM”
“The hand of the LORD was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the LORD, and set me down in the midst of the valley which was full of bones,” (Ezekiel 37: 1)That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture speaks of the valley which was … Continue reading WEAK MEN
1 John 3:2-3 NKJV[2] Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is. [3] And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just … Continue reading IN THE AWESOME PRESENCE OF THE MASTER
- Pastor Bimbo AnimashaunIn ministry, there are two kinds of ministers:(1) MINSTERS WHO GATHER.(2) MINISTERS WHO SCATTER.It takes WISDOM to GATHER and BUILD people in ministry, and not every minister seems to take cognizance of that.You may be WORDED, POWER-LOADED, FIREFUL, CHARISMATIC, and very OUTSPOKEN, but lack the ability to GATHER, MOBILIZE, BUILD and KEEP … Continue reading WISDOM TO “GATHER” IN MINISTRY
“Then Jehu came forth to the servants of his lord: and one said unto him, Is all well? wherefore came this mad fellow to thee? And he said unto them, Ye know the man, and his communication.” (2 Kings 9: 11) When Jehu came forth from the inner chamber where he was anointed as king, … Continue reading YOU WON’T LOOK LIKE IT
1.Fear2.Lust3 Pride4 Jealousy5 unforgiveness6 Sleep during devotion time7 Loss of interest in things of God8 Strong desire for vanity9 Loss of empathy and sympathy 10 Selfishness11 Lack of Boldness to preach the Gospel of Truth QN: Are you experiencing any of those ?🤔 NB: There is no neutral Ground, You are either FULL or DRY. Its … Continue reading 11 COMMON SYMPTOMS OF SPIRITUAL DRYNESS
Wouldn’t it be great if our faith always produced instantly visible results? Instead of heated arguments, cold silences, constant frustration and enduring anger, our marriages were loving, kind, peaceful, joyful and mutually fulfilling? But that’s not always the case. If you’re struggling in your marriage, begin putting these principles to work today. Trust in the … Continue reading QUESTION OF THE DAY: How do I overcome challenges in my marriage?
- Pastor Bimbo AnimashaunSometimes in marriage, based on exigencies of the moment or superior reasons triggered by current realities, you have to GIVE UP SOME RIGHTS for the greater good and betterment of the marriage. You cannot ALWAYS hold on to your RIGHTS and be referred to as a sensitive partner.Marriage sometimes demands A LEVEL … Continue reading “RIGHTS” AND “RIGHTNESS” IN MARRIAGE!!!
And thou shalt smite the house of Ahab thy master, that I may avenge the blood of my servants the prophets, and the blood of all the servants of the LORD, at the hand of Jezebel.” (2 Kings 9: 7) It is instructive to observe that immediately after Jehu was anointed as king, the trainee … Continue reading EYES ON PURPOSE
Exodus 33:1-3, KJV[1] And the Lord said unto Moses, Depart, and go up hence, thou and the people which thou hast brought up out of the land of Egypt, unto the land which I sware unto Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, saying, Unto thy seed will I give it: [2] And I will send an … Continue reading “I PREFER YOUR PRESENCE.”
Who was the most contented person who ever lived? To answer that we must first define what we mean by contentment.Contentment is to be peaceful, thankful, and happy with what you have in life, where you are in life, and where you are headed in life: no matter how bad or good it is. Jesus … Continue reading Who was the most contented person who ever lived
2 Kings 4:18-21 NKJV[18] And the child grew. Now it happened one day that he went out to his father, to the reapers. [19] And he said to his father, "My head, my head!" So he said to a servant, "Carry him to his mother." [20] When he had taken him and brought him to … Continue reading AN ALTAR OF HIS PRESENCE
You don't need a reason to pray, Prayer must become a default activity in your life.The same way one of the mighty men of David fought till the sword clave to his hand, pray till prayer cleaves to your spirit, it must flow ceaselessly.The more you pray, the more you know what to pray about.Pray!Prayer … Continue reading JUST PRAY!
I am still growing to understand the Power of the Blood of God the Son. The Blood so powerful and highly Potent to Cleanse the Sins of all those Who would Confess Him as their Lord and Savior.The Blood is so strong as to cover the Sins of those who Would run into it for … Continue reading THE BLOOD OF GOD THE SONAND THE SIMPLICITY OF THE GOSPEL OF SALVATION
“And when he came, behold, the captains of the host were sitting; and he said, I have an errand to thee, O captain. And Jehu said, Unto which of all us? And he said, To thee, O captain.” (2 Kings 9: 5) When the trainee prophet that was sent by Elisha to anoint Jehu in … Continue reading CHECK YOUR COMPANY
2. They dig deep and through inductive reasoning (comparing similar outcomes) identify true patterns in historical events. They organise their teams around this information and by that release tremendous power that "works miracles." Winners don't just follow popular opinions. 1. Exceptional people take up the task of facing challenges others give up on without even … Continue reading Exceptional People
If you’ve ever been trained by a master musician, it is on your resume for life. If coached by a living sports legend, we talk about it for life. Here, the Almighty God of the Universe tutors us on history. Isn’t it thrilling to get some guidance from God on how to understand history? Here in this … Continue reading Tutored in History by Almighty God
“And Elisha the prophet called one of the children of the prophets, and said unto him, Gird up thy loins, and take this box of oil in thine hand, and go to Ramothgilead:” (2 Kings 9: 1) The person who was sent by Elisha to anoint Jehu was one of the sons of the Prophets. … Continue reading STAY UNDER TRAINING
“And Elisha the prophet called one of the children of the prophets, and said unto him, Gird up thy loins, and take this box of oil in thine hand, and go to Ramothgilead:” (2 Kings 9: 1) In our Focal Scripture, Elisha commanded one of the sons of the prophets to gird up his loins, … Continue reading GET SET TO RUN
At the instant of salvation, each of us became the Temple of God: Who begins to live within us as God the Spirit, the Comforter.That truth is the source of a lifetime of wonderful blessing, and an endless supply of Divine power in order for each of us to live the abundant life promised by … Continue reading ARE RIVERS OF SATISFACTION IN CHRIST FLOWING THROUGH YOUR LIFE
2 Kings 3:11-12KJV[11] But Jehoshaphat said, Is there not here a prophet of the Lord , that we may enquire of the Lord by him? And one of the king of Israel's servants answered and said, Here is Elisha the son of Shaphat, which poured water on the hands of Elijah. [12] And Jehoshaphat said, … Continue reading “STANDING BEFORE THE KINGS AND NOBLES”
“But the Philistines took him, and put out his eyes, and brought him down to Gaza, and bound him with fetters of brass; and he did grind in the prison house.” (Judges 16: 21) When the lords of the Philistines finally overpowered Samson, they put him in prison where they made him grind. So Samson … Continue reading BUSY WITH NOTHING
Aphorism CITY 