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WHAT ARE YOU LIVING FOR?

So then, every one of us shall give account of him/herself to God. Romans 14:12.

A life can only become fruitful when it fulfills or is fulfilling God’s purpose for creating it. Everything in life has a purpose, and God in His infinite wisdom designed all things to function in its place while bringing glory to Him. 

The spoon in your kitchen is fulfilling its purpose anytime you eat with it. The chair in your home is fulfilling its purpose anytime you sit on it. Now, can God boast of you that, He is enjoying the benefits of creating you, the same way you are enjoying the things you bought with your money?

Come to think of it, water is created for drinking, fire is there to cook our food, the trees gives shield, brings forth fruit and is a source of wood for us, the sun brightens our day and night come so we can have rest. All the animals in the forest and the fishes in the sea remain purposeful, meeting the demands of their Creator. How about you? What are you living for?

Romans 8:19 says “For the earnest expectation of the Creature is waiting for the manifestation of the sons of God. You are created specifically for something very unique. You are created to be a solve a need. Have you discovered it? The reason for frustrations in life is basically, as a result of functioning in a different purpose. A life that is not fulfilling its purpose has a vacuum, it has a longing, and it is never satisfied. Even the objects that men designed have their specific purposes, how much more, men and women who are made in the image and likeness of God. 

When you desire to find out the purpose and uses of a particular product, you contact the manufacturer for information. In the same way, God is the only One who can reveal your divine purpose to your heart. Do you have a relationship with Him? Do you have faith in His saving grace? Can God rightly say you are living out your purpose here on earth to please Him? 

There is no time to procrastinate further. Today is that day, have a rethink, come to the Lord now and start fulfilling your purpose of being here. Let your life count for eternity. 

Send an email to icarediscipleshipcenter@gmail.com to speak with a mentor for further guidance. 

Love

Anchor Verse: Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.  (Mark 12:30-31)

Love is the main basis of the Christian faith. Jesus died on the Cross of Calvary to redeem mankind from the bondage of satan as a result of His unconditional love for man. God demands that we shall walk in same pattern of love towards Him and towards people around us. The love of God towards us can be likened to the love between a husband and his wife. Love is pure, passionate, kind and peaceful. 

How can anyone establish a relationship with a person he/she doesn’t have an affection for? To have a personal relationship with Jesus, there first must be a genuine love in your heart for Him. It is that love that will spur you to live for Him, obey His commandments, serve Him, be proud of Him anywhere, and tell your friends of His amazing grace.

Do you love Jesus with all your heart? Is your heart opened to know more about Him? 

Sometimes, the complexities of life pushes us to question God’s love for His children. The truth is, God’s love can never be measured. All through the ancient times till date, Gods love has been evident in every facet of mans life. The question is not whether God loves us, it should be, do we reciprocate the love God showers on us?Take Action!: Reflect over your life, have you experienced Gods love in any area of your life? Now, do you love God as much as He loves you? How do you plan to show God that His love for you will not be in vain?

JESUS: OUR MODEL

Anchor Verse: The one who says he abides in Jesus ought himself to walk in the same manner as He walked. (1 John 2:6)

Modeling our lifestyle after someone implies showcasing the characteristics of the individual. As Christians, our standard model is Jesus Christ. Therefore, being a Christian means being Christ-like, that is, living out the lifestyle of Jesus. 

The word Christian was first mentioned in Antioch when Paul the apostle and other disciples of Jesus were preaching the gospel. The disciples were called Christians because; their lifestyle and general characteristics represented that of our Lord Jesus. As they preached the gospel and embarked on their daily businesses, the life of Christ was seen in them.

At times, we can say that a child’s attributes and mannerism depicts that of his father or his mother. This is so because; the child had carefully emulated his father or mother’s lifestyle as the case may be. On the other hand, a tree is known by the fruits it bears. We can differentiate one tree from another not necessarily by its leaves but; by its fruits. A mango tree cannot bear an apple fruit nor would a lion give birth to a foul. As much as it is with nature; so it is with the life we live as Christians. 

It is quite unfortunate that some believers need to introduce their identity to people because; there is truly nothing to differentiate them from others. Jesus in Mathew 7:16 says; “you shall know them by their fruits” Here, Jesus explains that, mere interacting with a Christian; his conduct will speak for him not the reverse. 

Now the question is; as a Christian, are you modeling your life after Christ? It is important that we get this right; being a Christian is much more than being a regular church goer, being a worker in the church or observing religious activities. Being a Christian means that the life of Jesus will be seen in you. Unbelievers around you should be able to behold through your conduct that Christ lives in you.

I WANT TO WORK THROUGH YOU.

Anchor Scripture: For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. (Philippians 2:13)

The story of the Vine and the Branches in John 15:1-5  is so instrumental in understanding the role we play in the mission of God on earth. You and I are God’s branches, designed to express Him in many dimensions where the need arises.

God has endowed us with diverse gifts and fruits. These gifts are needed to bring forth God’s glory in the world. He is the Vine, we are the branches. Without the branch, the tree cannot bear fruits. The branch (You and I) are the integral part of the purposes God has for humanity.

As a branch in this present world, God wants to:

No matter how little, allow God to work through you in the fulfilment of His divine mandate for the world. He can’t do it without your permission. Would you allow him?

The Spirit of the Lord is saying,; I want to work through you. Would you let me?

EL SHADDAI – The All Sufficient God

Anchor Verse: And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. (2 Corinthians 9:8:)

As the world experiences one of the most challenging times in human history, which was occasioned by a deadly pandemic, millions of persons all over the world are faced with uncertainty as the world’s economy struggles to stabilize.

It is in a time like this that God wants us to experience Him as the All Sufficient God, in whose economy there is no famine or lack. This is a time to depend more on God and less on personal strength. A time to understand that God will always make a way for all those that put their trust in Him.

Many persons have lost their major sources of income and a whole lot are barely managing to stand on their feet. If you are in any of these categories, God wants you to know that He is El-Shaddai – The All Sufficient God.

The Psalmist declares; once I was young, and now I am old. Yet I have never seen the godly abandoned or their children begging for bread. Psalms 37:25 (NLT)

Dear believer, God will surely come through for you and cause you to laugh. He has all the resources you need in abundance. He is never late, He is always on time.

 Keep holding on.