Welcome to Frank's blog: March 2016

Thursday 31 March 2016

Thursday Open Heavens Devotional - "Lord Jesus": A Mere Slogan?

Memorise: Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Mathew 7:21

Thursday Rhapsody Of Realities - Speak Blessings To Everything Around You!

And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature (Mark 16:15).

God wants us to take His Word to the nations, and that means a lot. But you see, when He said to preach the Gospel to every creature, He wasn’t only referring to preaching to someone who doesn’t know Jesus. Preaching the Gospel to every creature means preaching to EVERYTHING that exists! Romans 8:19 says, “For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.”

There are openings for reliable, organised and hard-working individuals to join exciting projects across the UK. See the list below:

This is the concluding part of the piece. In Part1, we looked at general lessons learned working for billionaires Oprah Winfrey and Enver Yucel. Please read the Part 2 for deeper insight into successful habits – specifically for business-minded readers seeking to understand how extraordinarily successful people reach the top of their fields.

I read an interesting piece about the things Paul C. Brunson learnt as a result of working directly for two billionaires. He had the opportunity to work with both Oprah and Enver for 6 years collectively and his experiences is worth reading - "the best professional experiences of my life". Please read the wonderful piece below and feel free to share. Remember this quote by Francis of Assisi: "Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible"

Former Manchester United and England defender Gary Neville has been sacked by Valencia after less than four months in charge of the Spanish club.

Memorise: And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of God. Matthew 18:3

I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty (1 Timothy 2:1-2).

Tuesday Rhapsody Of Realities - You Have A Role To Play

This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success (Joshua 1:8).

Memorise: The life is more than meat, and the body is more than raiment. Luke 12:23

UK Study: Buhari, African Most Incompetent, Unserious and Clueless Leader

President Muhammadu Buhari’s election victory in the opinion and expectation of majority of Nigerians and African was seen as an opportunity for a total transformation of Africa’s sleeping giant, but the events in the last 10 months have shown otherwise.

For we are God’s [own] handiwork (His workmanship), recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live] (Ephesians 2:10 AMP).

Memorise: And Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free. John 8:32

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter celebration!

The Bible tells us that Jesus Christ came to do three things. He came to have my past forgiven, you get a purpose for living and a home in Heaven. -Rick Warren.

May the Love of Jesus Christ (the resurrection and the Life) be with you all!

Saturday 26 March 2016

Sunday Rhapsody Of Realities - Bless The World With Your Greatness!

GOD said to Joshua, This very day I will begin to make you great in the eyes of all

Israel

... (Joshua 3:7 MSG).

There’re different kinds of greatness. And those whom the Scriptures describe as great are marked by certain traits and qualities, such as the demonstration of supernatural power, signs, wonders and ability, supernatural wisdom, or enormous wealth.

Memorise: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth Fornication sinneth against his own body. 1^st Corinthians 6:18

British Summer Time starts on Sunday March 27 at 1am.

That’s when the clocks go forward an hour.

Most clever devices these days will change the time for you, so you’ve no need to worry.

But remember, you’ll need to change some clocks manually - or face constant bewilderment every time you catch a glimpse of the time on your oven.

'DSS told me Fayose should be removed for abusing Buhari' –Detained Ekiti lawmaker

Member representing Efon Constituency in Ekiti State House of Assembly, Afolabi Akanni, who was arrested on March 4, 2016 by men of the Department of State Services and detained for 18 days before he was released speaks about his ordeal in detention. Read the interview below.

For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness (1 Corinthians 3:19).

Memorise: Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. James 1:15

My Purpose, My Life!

Purpose can be defined as the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.

The greatest discovery you can make is to know why you are alive.
There are so many people who are sick of their profession. Doing what they don't enjoy and are not proud of what they do.

Discovering your purpose is one thing and fulfilling it is another thing. Remember that you don't have eternity to fulfil your assignment.

My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children (Hosea 4:6).

Memorise: My little children, these things write I unto you that ye sin not, And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the father, Jesus Christ the righteous. 1^st John 2:1

Government should 'get its act together' over nursing shortage

The Department of Health has been criticised over a shortage of nurses and told to "get its act together", by government advisers.

The Migration Advisory Committee also accused the health sector of seeing immigration as a "get-out-of-jail-free-card" and an answer to the shortage.

Former Bosnian Serb leader Radovan Karadzic has been convicted of genocide and war crimes during the 1992-95 war, and sentenced to 40 years in jail.

Footballer Adam Johnson has been jailed for six years for grooming and sexual activity with a girl aged 15.

Sentencing the ex-Sunderland player, Judge Jonathan Rose told him he had abused a position of trust and caused his victim "severe psychological harm".

If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable (1 Corinthians 15:19).

God always connects everything He does with eternity, because He thinks in terms of eternity. He’s the eternal God, and always, He deals with things that last forever. In Ecclesiastes 3:11 (NIV), the Bible says, “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men....” He brought eternity to men so they can see beyond this world.

Memorise: Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8

'No governor can be an emperor' - Catholic Church tells El Rufai

The Catholic church on Tuesday, March 22, confronted Governor Nasir El-Rufai, stressing that, no governor elected can become an emperor. This confrontation comes on the heels of the move by the Kaduna state governor to regulate the practice of religion through a bill set to be enacted. At a briefing in Abuja, Caritas International, a department under the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) explained that El Rufai must tread with caution in his approach to strangulate the religious freedoms of Kaduna citizens.

Just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love, having predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will, to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He made us accepted in the Beloved (Ephesians 1:4-6 NKJV).

Memorise: if we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:25

Brussels Attacks Kill Many

More than 30 people are believed to have been killed and dozens injured in attacks at Brussels international airport and a city metro station.

Bishop David Oyedepo has challenged the present administration of President Muhammadu Buhari to proffer solutions to the socio-economic challenges facing Nigeria rather than blaming any political party or individual for the current travails facing the nation.

The source at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Abuja has confirmed that some church leaders in the Kaduna state were kidnapped.

Reports say that the abductors are demanding N100m for their freedom.

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you (1 Peter 5:7).

As Christians, our connection to our heavenly Father is absolute; it’s not something that changes. We’re connected to Him by spiritual birth. So, whatever is important to you is important to Him. He cares about you affectionately; you’re the Father’s priority.

Memorise: But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever: Amen. 2 Peter 3:18

Ese’s Abductor Yunusa Granted Bail

The alleged abductor of Ese Oruru, Yinusa Dahiru, aka Yellow has been granted bail for N3 million by the Federal High Court sitting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state on Monday, March 21. This was revealed by KHAN Initiative, a non-governmental organisation, which started the campaign for the freedom of Ese from her abductor.

Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth! And the tongue is a fire... (James 3:5-6).

Memorise: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7

Sunday Open Heavens - Beware Of Enticing Mockers!

Memorise: Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. Proverbs 20:1

Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee (Proverbs 4:5-6).

Saturday Rhapsody Of Realities - A Spiritual Connection!

I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting (1 Timothy 2:8).

Some people don’t understand the reason we lift our hands in prayer and worship. It’s one of those things we’re admonished in the Scriptures to do, and it’s so important. Paul said, “I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting.” This has nothing to do with how you feel; it’s a spiritual instruction, with immense spiritual benefits.

Memorise; Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. James 1:12

Re-run election: Alleged APC thug arrested with a gun, fake police and military uniforms in Rivers State

The police today march 18th arrested an APC thug who was in possession of a fake police and military uniform in Rumuji, Emohua LGA of Rivers state.

Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam has been wounded and arrested in a raid in Brussels, officials have said.

At least one other suspect is believed to be holed up in a building in the Molenbeek area and the raid is ongoing.

Abdeslam, who had been on the run since the attacks in November, was wounded in the leg as police moved in on a flat in the Molenbeek area.

The Nigerian Christian Elders Forum has condemned the inclusion of

Nigeria

in the coalition against terrorism led by

Saudi Arabia

which was announced by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Some members of the Benue parliamentary caucus in the House of Representatives have raised alarm over bloody attacks of Fulani herdsmen and strongly criticized President Muhammadu Buhari for downplaying the “genocide” happening to the Agatu people in the state. Vanguard reports that 11 lawmakers condemned Buhari and Abdulrahman Danbazzau, the minister of interior, while briefing journalists on Thursday, March 17.

By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another (John 13:35).

Walking in love is a primary way to tell that a Christian is being led by the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit only leads us in love. He’ll never lead you in such a way as to hate anyone, be proud, arrogant or express unrestrained anger.

Memorise: The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life And he that winneth souls is wise. Proverbs 11:30

Transgender Day To Teach 4-Year-Olds

Parents have pulled their children out of classes at a village primary school over a 'transgender day' planned for pupils as young as four.

Three families have revealed they will not allow their children to St Mary the Virgin Primary School in Hartfield, East Sussex, for the classes, which are meant to help the pupils 'explore' their sexuality.

Up to 10 others have also spoken out about their concerns about the plans, which were announced on Monday by headteacher Emma Maltby.

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