This two Sunday message is presented as one post here for completeness.
The message focused on the foundation of wealth. Deuteronomy 8 v6-10 describes a wealthy place. It is a place of abundance, more than enough, overflow and dominion & dignity.
Is for every Christian? I know it is for me. YES, everyone can have wealth as recorded in 2 Corinthians 8 v9; Exodus 11 v3 and Psalm 105 v37.
To be wealthy requires being in the right position to receive. John 10 v10 staes how to be rightly positioned.
Having the right foundation is important for entering into the wealthy place. Psalm 11 v3 describes 3 things needed: Mindset, Motive and Mastery.
two types of mindset come to play in regards to wealth: Owner or trustee. The owner believes the money is his/her own as shown in Luke 12 v16-21 and 1 Timothy 6 v7. This type of mindset leads to destruction. The trustee mindset believes God owns all things and uses us to distribute his wealth to others. David had a trustee mentality and was able to provide resources for the temple after knowing he would not build the temple as recorded in 1 Chronicles 29 v10-16.
It is important to know why you want to be wealthy. Money is not bad but the love of it leads to evil as stated in 1 Timothy 6 v10. Two important reasons to be wealthy are (1) Kingdom expansion: Luke 7 v1-6 and Acts 16 v9-15. Investments in God's work require funding. Give and God will forget your labour. (2) Demonstrating compassion to people: Matthew 25 v34 -46; Galatians 6 v10. We should give to the less privileged in society and those we can help. God will use it to remember us in the day when we cannot pray Psalm 20.
Money is a good servant but a poor master. We should learn to be master over wealth and not the other way round. 1 Timothy 6 v17-19; Matthew 6 v24 and Acts 4 v34-35.
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
Victory
Bishop George Bloomer used his personal life story to illustrate the power of GOD and motivate us towards acting on our beliefs.
He used Haggai 1 v5 to prophesy that GOD wants us to "consider our ways" and do the work ("gather wood & build") required for success. He also said the people will serve me and not me serving them. I will be debt free in Jesus name.
I bought his book titled "Witchcraft in the Pews." He autographed the book for me and called me smart man for buying the last copy of the book. He came with other materials developed and produced by him. He especially has a Bible with God's word written in red in the old testament. the Bible's focus is on warfare against powers, principalities, wickedness in high places and authorities.
He used Haggai 1 v5 to prophesy that GOD wants us to "consider our ways" and do the work ("gather wood & build") required for success. He also said the people will serve me and not me serving them. I will be debt free in Jesus name.
I bought his book titled "Witchcraft in the Pews." He autographed the book for me and called me smart man for buying the last copy of the book. He came with other materials developed and produced by him. He especially has a Bible with God's word written in red in the old testament. the Bible's focus is on warfare against powers, principalities, wickedness in high places and authorities.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
I am a King
God is a King of Kings Psalm 22v8, 145 v13, Daniel 4 v34, 7v14, Isaiah 46 v9-11. His kingship is not in dispute. God sees himself as a king and does not need confirmation from any one as to his kingship. A king has authority, influence and power. A king's influence brings money, food and other material things. Seek first the influence and the material things will be added. I am a king who should seek influence.
Kings focus on getting influence over a territory. It is the duty of others to bring material things e.g. food to the King. The size of the territory determines the amount of influence of a King. I should strive to increase the area of my influence. David sought influence with God and he was made a King. I should continue with my actions today that bring me into contact with God.
In the beginning God made us as kings, in his own image. Adam brought slavery into the world, Christ came to restore my Kingship Psalm 115 v16. I should behave as such in my walking, talking and relationship . God wanted Moses to lead his people hence he made him to trained in Pharaohs house Ecclesiastes 10 v 16-17.
This is part of the Making of Champions 2009 programme of the House of Praise, Mississauga, ON. The preacher was Rev Sam Adeyemi.
Kings focus on getting influence over a territory. It is the duty of others to bring material things e.g. food to the King. The size of the territory determines the amount of influence of a King. I should strive to increase the area of my influence. David sought influence with God and he was made a King. I should continue with my actions today that bring me into contact with God.
In the beginning God made us as kings, in his own image. Adam brought slavery into the world, Christ came to restore my Kingship Psalm 115 v16. I should behave as such in my walking, talking and relationship . God wanted Moses to lead his people hence he made him to trained in Pharaohs house Ecclesiastes 10 v 16-17.
This is part of the Making of Champions 2009 programme of the House of Praise, Mississauga, ON. The preacher was Rev Sam Adeyemi.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Making of A King - Chosen
The topic was picked in line with the conference theme. The pastor exhorted us that a King is a Champion.
How to measure a King
1. Man of God: a King must have moral authority (character) to lead. He must obey God.
2. Man of War: a king must be ready to fight to defend his people/land/possession.
3. Man of Justice: a King must rule with fairness and sincerity. No divide and conquer techniques as advocated by common leadership styles.
4. Provide abundance: a King must provide abundance or be prosperous so his people can eat and drink.
David will be discussed against these measures. Am I up to this measures in my family? community? work place?
In God's system, we can all be kings. It is the scarcity environment and poverty mentality in us that builds "only me must succeed" attitude.
In 1 Samuel 16 v1, God chose a king himself. May He choose me as king for my generation. In v6-7, God tells Samuel that the physical(outside) does not determine who a king is. God uses the heart which He can see to choose a King. Saul was chosen on physical qualities and he failed God. In v11-13, David was not considered worthy to be invited to the sacrifice of Samuel, but when invited God selected him and he was anointed by Samuel. This implies that even when I am not where decisions are being taken, when God has chosen me they will wait for me.
David was disadvantaged, however that brought him closer to God. What do I let my disadvantages do to me - bring closer to God or bitterness? DAvid had the following going for him
+ position: eight child and youngest. 8 is the number of new beginnings.
+ personality: he was alert (bright eyes), detail oriented, good-looking, ruddy(?)
+ occupation: he was a keeper not a loser, protector not a squanderer.
1 Samuel 13 v14; 15 v27-28 informs us that David was better than Saul. How? A comparison shows that Saul was a loser, reckless, indecisive and unprepared; while David was a keeper, careful, committed and prepared. The anointing does not change the man as both men were anointed by Samuel. David received the Holy Spirit immediately while it took Saul a long time.
God views the heart from
+ what we value or treasure in life
+ what we use our energies for
+ how we respond to challenges
+ how we acquire and process knowledge. Use of words.
God will use people like Samuel to make me a King. Samuel will Elevate me from obscurity, Endorse my selection, Expose my character to everyone, Empower me with boldness and Encourage me to greater heights. It is good to have a Samuel who sees our potential and great end than a Jesse who knows our beginnings and limitations.
The anointing is used to show (1) God's approval (2) separate for God's use (3) stir up weighty ideas (4) surround with favour to carry out the work.
David was anointed in the midst of his brothers (who might be jealous, angry, etc) and in Psalm 23 v4-5 the anointing and table were set in the presence of the enemies. When GOd has chosen me, he will confirm it in the presence of enemies and they cannot do anything about it.
In Canada, God has chosen me SEYI Osunade and the enemies (racist, employer, examinations, etc) cannot do anything about it. Amen.
Copyright (c) 2009 SEYI Osunade
How to measure a King
1. Man of God: a King must have moral authority (character) to lead. He must obey God.
2. Man of War: a king must be ready to fight to defend his people/land/possession.
3. Man of Justice: a King must rule with fairness and sincerity. No divide and conquer techniques as advocated by common leadership styles.
4. Provide abundance: a King must provide abundance or be prosperous so his people can eat and drink.
David will be discussed against these measures. Am I up to this measures in my family? community? work place?
In God's system, we can all be kings. It is the scarcity environment and poverty mentality in us that builds "only me must succeed" attitude.
In 1 Samuel 16 v1, God chose a king himself. May He choose me as king for my generation. In v6-7, God tells Samuel that the physical(outside) does not determine who a king is. God uses the heart which He can see to choose a King. Saul was chosen on physical qualities and he failed God. In v11-13, David was not considered worthy to be invited to the sacrifice of Samuel, but when invited God selected him and he was anointed by Samuel. This implies that even when I am not where decisions are being taken, when God has chosen me they will wait for me.
David was disadvantaged, however that brought him closer to God. What do I let my disadvantages do to me - bring closer to God or bitterness? DAvid had the following going for him
+ position: eight child and youngest. 8 is the number of new beginnings.
+ personality: he was alert (bright eyes), detail oriented, good-looking, ruddy(?)
+ occupation: he was a keeper not a loser, protector not a squanderer.
1 Samuel 13 v14; 15 v27-28 informs us that David was better than Saul. How? A comparison shows that Saul was a loser, reckless, indecisive and unprepared; while David was a keeper, careful, committed and prepared. The anointing does not change the man as both men were anointed by Samuel. David received the Holy Spirit immediately while it took Saul a long time.
God views the heart from
+ what we value or treasure in life
+ what we use our energies for
+ how we respond to challenges
+ how we acquire and process knowledge. Use of words.
God will use people like Samuel to make me a King. Samuel will Elevate me from obscurity, Endorse my selection, Expose my character to everyone, Empower me with boldness and Encourage me to greater heights. It is good to have a Samuel who sees our potential and great end than a Jesse who knows our beginnings and limitations.
The anointing is used to show (1) God's approval (2) separate for God's use (3) stir up weighty ideas (4) surround with favour to carry out the work.
David was anointed in the midst of his brothers (who might be jealous, angry, etc) and in Psalm 23 v4-5 the anointing and table were set in the presence of the enemies. When GOd has chosen me, he will confirm it in the presence of enemies and they cannot do anything about it.
In Canada, God has chosen me SEYI Osunade and the enemies (racist, employer, examinations, etc) cannot do anything about it. Amen.
Copyright (c) 2009 SEYI Osunade
Sunday, August 23, 2009
The Purpose of this Blog
This blog is a summary of messages/sermons/homily/exhortation delivered by men of God. Initial postings will be from messages delivered in the House of Praise (a parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God RCCG) Church. The postings are my own views and represent my understanding and interpretation of the message delivered. I will start by updating the blog on a weekly basis with a gradually increase as time progresses.
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