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And as they thus spoke, Jesus Himself stood in the midst of them, and said unto them, “Peace be unto you.” But they were terrified and afraid, and supposed that they had seen a spirit. And He said unto them, “Why are you troubled? And why do thoughts arise in your hearts?” (Luke 24:36-38)

In this message, I’m pleased to share one of the most important revelations that God had shown me regarding the context of these verses. Without further ado, let me come right to the question that gave birth to this revelation. … Continue reading

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I know that, whatsoever God does, it shall be for ever: nothing can be put to it, nor any thing taken from it: and God does it, that men should fear before Him. (Ecclesiastes 3:14)

Man was created as an object of God’s love. We’re created for God to love us. In a perfect, unfallen world, when man enjoyed the love of God, he cannot help but worship his Creator God. It’s in man’s nature … Continue reading

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There arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full. Jesus was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awoke Him and said to Him, “Master, care you not that we perish?” (Mark 4:37,38)

This story also appears in the gospel of Luke but it’s here do we see some awesome truths that are so relevant to the times we’re living in. God’s Word always speaks to our present and the future through events … Continue reading

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For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me, and that which I was afraid of is come unto me. I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came. (Job 3:25,26)

Before I go into expounding this verse, let me lay a few foundational thoughts that will help understand the story of Job better. Let’s first look at faith. When we read the Word, it’s understood that faith is not a … Continue reading

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Elijah himself went a day’s journey into the wilderness and came and sat down under a juniper tree: and he requested for himself that he might die; and said, “It is enough; now, O Lord take away my life; for I am not better than my fathers.” (1 Kings 19:4)

Elijah was a prophet who did mighty exploits in Israel. God used him mightily to the point that Elijah issued commands and the king of Israel obeyed. He prayed and there was no rain for 3 years and after 3 … Continue reading

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Behold, a son shall be born to you, who shall be a man of rest; and I will give him rest from all his enemies round about: for his name shall be Solomon, and I will give peace and quietness to Israel in his days. (1 Chronicles 22:9)

This is the Lord’s prophecy to king David over the life of his son, Solomon. We know about Solomon’s exceeding wealth and unmatched wisdom but all of those blessings are wrapped up in this prophecy of God. A defining feature … Continue reading

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