Believers on Board

Human beings are intelligent. But God is above and beyond that. Never fail to ask for God’s guidance in what you do and say. Joshua 9:1-15 says if you do, your plans will miscarry or, you will be deceived.

Leaders who serve are better than leaders who are served. John 13:1-15 tells of Jesus the Master washing the disciples’ feet! What a lesson in humility and service for all big people and all of us to learn!

Admission of wrongdoing is a sign of maturity, not weakness. You can’t hide your sins from God, so when you sin, don’t fail to confess and be healed. That’s what Psalm 41:1-7 urges believers to do.

Do you smile always? If yes, some people think that’s how you are always! They’re mistaken! They have never seen you in your angry mood! That’s how God is. Some think He is only the God of love! No! He’s also the God of wrath! Read the whole of Exodus 32 to see a bit of God’s anger triggered by idolatry.

This world is harsh! Hatred, sickness, misery, and wars among. Is there any hiding place? Yes! Psalm 32:1-9 says God is our hiding place, the only one!

Prophet Jeremiah uses a good imagery of clay in the hands of a potter to describe how people are in God’s hands. You are in His hands; remain there for Him to shape and remold you.

The Book of Proverbs gives us advice on the upbringing of children. Read Proverbs 22:1-6. No father or mother is proud of disobedient and wayward children. But some parents contribute to the bad behaviour of their children. How is it with you and your children?

Acts 2:1-4 teaches us that when the Holy Spirit touches you, extraordinary things happen in your life. You do great things that surprise even you! As believers, we need the Spirit from above for good Christian living.

I read of a couple that divorced. When a counselor tried to stop them, one of them said there was no love again for the other. Lam 3:19-26 assures us that God’s love and mercies for us are for ever!

When you provide for someone, you meet the needs of the person. That’s what God does to us as Paul says in Philippians 4:10-20. So learn to share what God gives you with others.

Genesis 11:1-9 talks of the first tower ever to be started. It was frustrated because of wrong motives and arrogance. No “good” thing with bad intentions succeeds.

Proverbs 12:17-22 gives a contrast between lies and truth. One dies fast, and the other goes on for ever! No matter what profit you get from telling lies, avoid it and go for the truth always.

Christians are still fighting sin in their lives. To claim that you no longer sin since you became a Christian is hypocrisy. 1 John 1:5-10 advises us to confess our sins and have God’s forgiveness. God forgives ALL sins.

Some Church and political leaders don’t like criticism. Tell them the wrongs of their administration and your reward is punishment in one way or the other. Proverbs 10:7-11 encourages constructive criticism because it leads to peace.

It’s often said, half-truth is no truth. So real truth must be complete! That’s what God expects from all believers—to serve Him with complete devotion. Don’t be a Christian on Sunday, and then behave like the agent of Satan throughout the week. Psalm 86:11b summons us to complete devotion in service.

Paul gives Christians a charge in Philippians 2:12-18. To act as light where there is darkness. For example, show love where there is hatred, peace instead of war and virtues in place of vices. Believers are transforming agents

We are weak, but our God is strong. 2 Chronicles 32:1-15 informs believers that Yahweh fights and defeats the enemies of His people. Make Him your God and He will do same for you.

Name certain things society does not want you to do. In 2 Thess 3:6-13, Paul advises we do something God and people greatly approve of; that’s doing good! Never get tired of doing good!

Sex is one of the most controversial gifts that we have from God. It’s being used rightly and wrongly at the same time! 2 Corinthians 7:5-13 continues Paul’s very harsh rebuke on sexual immorality.

The author of Hebrews wants to see Christians grow in the faith. In life, children grow and become adults. Believers should do same in their spirituality as suggested by Heb 5:11-14

In this edition of Believers on Board, we start the day with great expectations. Paul in 2 Cor 7:2-7 advises that we look to God for help. It can come in different forms and sizes from many and various sources.

Proud people are not popular because they look low on others. Proverbs 16:18-19 highlights the destructive nature of pride and arrogance; that’s something to avoid.

James 2:14-26 gives believers practical advice: that faith and deeds must go together. Anyone who separates the two, is yet to understand the mission of Jesus.

Most people want to live above 100 years before they die. No problem! Ask why you want long life. Psalm 39:1-6 has some challenges for all of us.

2 Timothy 1:3-10 is the passage to read. Verse 7 says God has given all believers a distinct spirit. The spirit of power, the spirit of self-discipline. Do your own self assessment and see if you are bold and fearless for Christ.