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THE EFFECTIVE FAITH THAT WORKS: IT’S THE FAITH THAT SUBSTANTIATES IN HOPE! 

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THE EFFECTIVE FAITH THAT WORKS: IT’S THE FAITH THAT SUBSTANTIATES IN HOPE! 

“Now FAITH is the SUBSTANCE of things HOPED for, the evidence of things not seen” Hebrews 11:1. 

The FAITH that works and that’s EFFECTUAL – EFFECTIVE and EFFICIENT – is the FAITH that SUBSTANTIATES in HOPE. Hence COMMUNICATE your FAITH in HOPE.  

And by the PATIENCE of HOPE, you can keep FAITH thriving in the midst of all odds, as you LABOUR in LOVE to SERVE in GRACE. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“Therefore being JUSTIFIED BY FAITH, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: 2 by whom also we have ACCESS BY FAITH into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God . . . 5 and HOPE maketh not ASHAMED; because the LOVE of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us” Romans 5:1-5. 

“I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, 5 hearing of thy LOVE and FAITH, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints; 6 that the COMMUNICATION of thy FAITH may become EFFECTUAL by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus” Philemon 4-6. 

“We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; 3 remembering without ceasing your WORK OF FAITH, AND LABOUR OF LOVE, AND PATIENCE OF HOPE in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; 4 knowing, brethren beloved, your election of God. 5 FOR OUR GOSPEL CAME NOT UNTO YOU IN WORD ONLY, BUT ALSO IN POWER, AND IN THE HOLY GHOST, AND IN MUCH ASSURANCE; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake” 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5. 

“Therefore it is of FAITH, that it might be by grace; to the end the promise might be sure to all the seed; not to that only which is of the law, but to that also which is of the faith of Abraham; who is the father of us all, 17 (as it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were. 18. WHO AGAINST HOPE BELIEVED IN HOPE, THAT HE MIGHT BECOME THE FATHER OF MANY NATIONS; according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be. 19 AND BEING NOT WEAK IN FAITH, he considered not his own body now dead, when he was about an hundred years old, neither yet the deadness of Sara’s womb: 20 he staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was STRONG IN FAITH, giving glory to God; 21 and being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform . . .” Romans 4:16-25. 

SUMMARY: 

The message emphasises the importance of effective faith that works, which is substantiated in hope. According to Hebrews 11:1, “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” The faith that is effective and efficient is the one that is rooted in hope and demonstrated through love and action. 

Key points: 

  • Faith is not just a feeling, but a substance that gives reality to our hopes (Hebrews 11:1). 
  • Effective faith is communicated through our words and actions and is fueled by hope and love (Philemon 4-6). 
  • Patience in hope enables us to keep faith thriving despite challenges and odds (Romans 5:1-5). 
  • Abraham’s example shows us that faith against hope, believing in hope, and being strong in faith leads to powerful outcomes (Romans 4:16-25). 
  • Our faith should be evident in our work, labour of love, and patience of hope (1 Thessalonians 1:2-5). 

The message encourages believers to: 

  • Communicate their faith in hope 
  • Labour in love to serve in grace 
  • Keep faith thriving through patience in hope 
  • Trust in God’s promises and be strong in faith 

The ultimate goal is to have an effective faith that works, demonstrating the reality of our hope in Christ Jesus 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

FUNDAY – WORK AND PLAY

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FUNDAY – WORK AND PLAY: CYCLING VIBES WITH THE YOUNG CREW @ BRISTOL CYCLING CENTER! 

“But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and EXERCISE [TRAINING] thyself rather unto GODLINESS. 8. For BODILY EXERCISE [TRAINING] PROFITETH little: but GODLINESS is PROFITABLE unto all things, having PROMISE of the life that now is, and of that which is to come” 1 Timothy 4:7-8/Emphasis Mine. 

It’s a PHYSICAL THERAPY Moment – For Physical EXERCISE [TRAINING] and bodily TRAINING is profitable too. It’s a healthy FUNDAY. CRAVE FOR A HEALTHY LIVING? Then Park the car, take a walk, ride a bike and do something different from the norm. Give your spirit being house – your BODY, a meaningful and health care to ENSURE its PURPOSE as the temple of the Holy Spirit; it keeps your being always SPIRITED. A sickened body for any reason will make one DISPIRITED in the inner being functionality. Life is only worth living when you take responsibility and accountability to make your life healthily meaningful. 

“But have NOTHING to do with irreverent folklore and silly myths. On the other hand, DISCIPLINE yourself for the PURPOSE of GODLINESS [keeping yourself SPIRITUALLY FIT]. 8 For PHYSICAL TRAINING is of some VALUE, but GODLINESS (SPIRITUAL TRAINING) is of value in everything and in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and for the life to come” 1 Timothy 4:7-8/Amplified. 

For Jesus Christ INCREASED in four dimensions: Wisdom [Mental Education], Physique [Physical/Bodily Health], Favour – Spiritual [Godly toward God] and Social [Relationship with mankind]. And His PHYSIQUE in humanity enabled Him to be everywhere most times He chooses except while on Boat and Assess. Yeah – Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ do not only have His physical wellbeing checked, but He also took a time off holiday leisure with His disciples to ensure they are whole in ministry – spirit, soul and body. In essence, our living example Saviour and Lord, gave attention to His physical wellbeing in humanity. 

“And Jesus INCREASED in WISDOM and STATURE, and in FAVOUR with God and man” Luke 2:52. 

“And the very God of peace sanctify you WHOLLY [COMPLETELY]; and I pray God your WHOLE [COMPLETELY] spirit and soul and body be PRESERVED [MAINTAINED] blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ” 1 Thessalonians 5:23. 

“The apostles [who had been sent out on a mission] gathered together with Jesus and told Him everything that they had DONE and TAUGHT. 31 He said to them, “COME AWAY BY YOURSELVES TO A SECLUDED PLACE AND REST A LITTLE WHILE”—for there were many [people who were continually] coming and going, and they COULD NOT EVEN FIND TIME TO EAT. 32 And they went away by themselves in the boat to a secluded place” Mark 6:30-32/Amplified. 

Therefore, don’t be thinking you are so spiritual or more spiritual than Jesus Christ was in humanity. Your spirit being lives in your body, look after it healthily as Christ Jesus did to keep you living healthily. 

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK! 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and EXERCISE [TRAINING] thyself rather unto GODLINESS. 8. For BODILY EXERCISE [TRAINING] PROFITETH little: but GODLINESS is PROFITABLE unto all things, having PROMISE of the life that now is, and of that which is to come” 1 Timothy 4:7-8/Emphasis Mine. 

“And the very God of peace sanctify you WHOLLY; and I pray God your WHOLE spirit and soul and BODY be PRESERVED blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ” 1 Thessalonians 5:23. 

“WHAT? know ye not that your BODY is the TEMPLE of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? 20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore GLORIFY God in YOUR BODY, and in your spirit, which ARE God’s” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20. 

“And Jesus INCREASED in wisdom and STATURE (PHYSIQUE), and in favour with God and man” Luke 2:52. 

SUMMARY: 

The message emphasises the importance of taking care of one’s physical body as a temple of the Holy Spirit. It encourages believers to prioritise physical exercise and healthy living, citing Jesus Christ’s example of increasing in wisdom, stature (physique), and favour with God and man (Luke 2:52). 

Key points: 

  • Physical exercise has value, though godliness (spiritual training) is more profitable (1 Timothy 4:7-8). 
  • Jesus Christ, our example, took care of His physical wellbeing and took time off for rest and leisure with His disciples (Mark 6:30-32). 
  • Believers should discipline themselves for godliness and prioritise physical health to maintain a healthy spirit, soul, and body (1 Thessalonians 5:23). 
  • The body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and we should glorify God with our bodies (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). 

The message encourages a balanced approach to life, combining spiritual growth with physical wellbeing, and invites readers to pause and reflect on their priorities 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI 

THE EFFECTIVE FAITH THAT WORKS

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THE EFFECTIVE FAITH THAT WORKS: IT’S THE FAITH THAT WORKS THROUGH LOVE AND SERVES BY LOVE! 

“For IN Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but FAITH which WORKS by LOVE… 13 For, brethren, ye have been CALLED unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by LOVE SERVE one another” Galatians 5:6, 13. 

The FAITH that WORKS and that’s EFFECTUAL – EFFECTIVE and EFFICIENT – is the FAITH that WORKS through LOVE and SERVES by LOVE. 

While the PATIENCE of HOPE keeps FAITH thriving in the midst of all odds, it’s LABOURING in LOVE to SERVE one another that ensures EFFECTIVE FAITH communication in our walk with God. 1 Thessalonians 1:3; Philemon 1:4-6. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, 5 hearing of thy LOVE and FAITH, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints; 6 that the COMMUNICATION of thy FAITH may become EFFECTUAL by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus” Philemon 4-6. 

“We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; 3 remembering without ceasing your WORK OF FAITH, AND LABOUR OF LOVE, AND PATIENCE OF HOPE in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; 4 knowing, brethren beloved, your election of God. 5 For our gospel came not unto you in WORD ONLY, BUT ALSO IN POWER, AND IN THE HOLY GHOST, AND IN MUCH ASSURANCE; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake” 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5. 

“For IN Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but FAITH which works by LOVE. 13 For, brethren, ye have been CALLED unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by LOVE SERVE one another” Galatians 5:6, 13. 

Further Scriptural Reading Text: 1 Corinthians 13:13; Hebrews 11:1. 

SUMMARY: 

The message emphasises that effective faith is one that works through love and serves by love. It’s not just about professing faith but demonstrating it through actions of love and service (Galatians 5:6, 13). 

Key points: 

  • Faith that works and is effectual is fueled by love, serving others, and putting faith into action. 
  • Patience of hope keeps faith thriving, while labouring in love ensures effective faith communication (1 Thessalonians 1:3, Philemon 1:4-6). 
  • Faith, hope, and love are interconnected; love is the driving force behind effective faith (1 Corinthians 13:13). 
  • Believers are called to liberty, but to use it to serve others in love, not to indulge the flesh (Galatians 5:13). 

The message encourages believers to demonstrate their faith through love and service, making their faith effective and efficient 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

THE EFFECTIVE FAITH THAT WORKS

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THE EFFECTIVE FAITH THAT WORKS: IT’S COMMUNICATED IN HOPE! 

“And HOPE maketh not ASHAMED; because the love of God is SHED abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is GIVEN unto us” Romans 5:5. 

The FAITH that WORKS and that’s EFFECTUAL (effective and efficient) is the FAITH that COMMUNICATES in HOPE. 

Hence communicate your FAITH in HOPE. For HOPE takes away shame and reproach off one’s life, because of the LOVE of Christ that genuinely operate in our spirit by the Holy Spirit. 

And the PATIENCE of HOPE keeps FAITH thriving in the midst of all odds, while LABOURING in LOVE to SERVE. 1 Thessalonians 1:3; Hebrews 10:35-36. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“Now FAITH is the SUBSTANCE of things HOPED for, the EVIDENCE of things not SEEN” Hebrews 11:1. 

“And HOPE maketh not ASHAMED; because the love of God is SHED abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is GIVEN unto us” Romans 5:5. 

“I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, 5 hearing of thy LOVE and FAITH, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints; 6 that the COMMUNICATION of thy FAITH may become EFFECTUAL by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus” Philemon 4-6. 

“We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; 3 remembering without ceasing your WORK OF FAITH, AND LABOUR OF LOVE, AND PATIENCE OF HOPE in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; 4 knowing, brethren beloved, your election of God. 5 For our gospel came not unto you in WORD ONLY, BUT ALSO IN POWER, AND IN THE HOLY GHOST, AND IN MUCH ASSURANCE; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake” 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5. 

“CAST NOT AWAY therefore your CONFIDENCE, which hath great recompence of reward. 36 For ye have NEED OF PATIENCE, that, after ye have DONE THE WILL of God, ye might RECEIVE THE PROMISE . . .” Hebrews 10:35-39. 

SUMMARY: 

The message highlights the importance of effective faith that works, communicated through hope. It emphasises that faith is not just a feeling, but a substance that gives evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). 

Key points: 

  • Effective faith is communicated in hope, which takes away shame and reproach (Romans 5:5). 
  • Hope is fueled by the love of God, shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit. 
  • Patience of hope keeps faith thriving amidst odds, while labouring in love to serve (1 Thessalonians 1:3). 
  • Faith, hope, and love are interconnected, and communication of faith becomes effectual through acknowledging God’s work in us (Philemon 4-6). 
  • We are encouraged to hold on to confidence and patience, doing God’s will, to receive the promise (Hebrews 10:35-36). 

The message urges believers to communicate their faith in hope, demonstrating love and serving others, resulting in a thriving and effective faith 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

THE EFFICACIOUS BLOOD OF THE LAMB 

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THE EFFICACIOUS BLOOD OF THE LAMB: THE REASON FOR OUR TRIUMPH IN EVERY PLACE! 

“Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to TRIUMPH in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in EVERY PLACE” 2 Corinthians 2:14 

Triumph is the perception and feeling of great happiness resulting from a victory or achievement. It also means the act and condition of being victorious. Being raised in a typical African traditional family and in an environment where the blood spill of animal sacrifice to appease the gods was dominance and a lifestyle until God’s salvation came to my family, I can boldly inform you how powerful the matter of the blood means to life; and how efficacious the blood of Christ Jesus now I know, is there to win victoriously and triumphantly overall odds of the enemy and cohorts. 

All sorts of covenants and contracts have to be endorsed by the blood, and life is in the blood indeed as found in the Holy Writ of – Leviticus 17:11, 14 

“FOR THE LIFE OF THE FLESH IS IN THE BLOOD: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it is THE BLOOD THAT MAKETH AN ATONEMENT FOR THE SOUL . . . 14 For it is the life of all flesh; the blood of it is for the life thereof: therefore I said unto the children of Israel, Ye shall eat the blood of no manner of flesh: for the life of all flesh is the blood thereof: whosoever eateth it shall be cut off”. 

This scripture signifies how vital and authentic the issue of triumph in the blood is to our daily life affairs today. In the same scenarios, you can also know the essence of the blood as written in Deuteronomy 12:22-24 

“Even as the roebuck and the hart is eaten, so thou shalt eat them: the unclean and the clean shall eat of them alike. 23 Only be sure that thou eat not the blood: FOR THE BLOOD IS THE LIFE; AND THOU MAYEST NOT EAT THE LIFE WITH THE FLESH. 24 Thou shalt not eat it; thou shalt POUR it upon the earth as water”. 

The blood is the divine arranged plan to completely smash and render powerless forever the strongholds of Satan and his cohorts against us. The efficacious blood of Christ Jesus our Lord and Saviour accomplished the deed for our FAITH, to guarantee us eternal victory and triumph. Amen. 

The Blood of Christ Jesus is EFFICACIOUS and answers to all MATTERS in life and godly living. For the blood of Jesus Christ have no ADAMIC elements in it, since conception wasn’t by Joseph to transmit it, hence His blood, produces effectual results, regardless of what the human concept of blood may be. The blood is not just a part of a ceremony to be observed as an ordinance religiously, as is often done in the act of Holy communion sacrament services, but a wonderful tool to have FAITH upon in order to live and exercise our redemption rights and privileges. That is the FAITH in the blood of our Saviour and Lord Christ Jesus, by whom we are victorious and triumphant in every way in every place of doing life and living godly toward God and toward men in Christ Jesus. 

Therefore, let us now examine some scriptural context on the essence of the EFFICACIOUS BLOOD of Christ Jesus for our daily TRIUMPH in EVERY PLACE; and it’s as we ENACT to AUTHENTICATE this EFFICACIOUS and EFFECTUAL POWER of the BLOOD OF THE LAMB – Christ Jesus, who is our Saviour and Lord, that’s when our REDEMPTION in Him, makes the essence of our FAITH in Him. Amen.  

Herein are the efficacious essence of the BLOOD of Christ Jesus: 

  1. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its DELIVERANCE Power!
    Colossians 1:12-14; Ephesians 1:7; Exodus 12:7, 12-13; Galatians 1:3-5; Hebrews 2:14-15.
  2. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its REDEEMING Power!
    1 Peter 1:18-21; Galatians 3:13-14. 
  3. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its RECONCILIATORY Power!Ephesians 2:11-19; 2 Corinthians 5:18-19.
  4. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its TRANSCENDING Power!
    Revelation 5:9-10; Galatians 3:26-29.
  5. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its PURCHASING Power!
    Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 1:3-5.
  6. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its EMBOLDENING Power!
    Hebrews 10:19-20; Hebrews 4:14-16; 2 Timothy 1:7; 1 John 4:17-18.
  7. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its CLEANSING Power!
    1 John 1:5-10.
  8. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its ATONING or PACIFYING Power!Romans 3:23-26.
  9. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its OVERCOMING Power!
    Revelation 12:7-12; 1 John 5:3-8; John 16:33; 1 Corinthians 15:55-57. *Exodus 12:29-36; Psalms 105:37-38.
  10. THE BLOOD IS EFFICACIOUS FOR TRIUMPH – Because of its INSPIRATIONAL Power!
    Revelation 5:9-10; Revelation 5:11-14. 

THE EFFICACIOUS AND EFFECTUAL – POWER IN THE BLOOD OF THE LAMB – JESUS CHRIST STILL SPEAKS TODAY AND ALWAYS IN EVERY PLACE OF DOING LIFE AND LIVING GODLY. AMEN. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“But Christ being come an high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building; Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? And for this cause he is the mediator of the New Testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called might receive the promise of eternal inheritance. For where a testament is, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator. For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth. Whereupon neither the first testament was dedicated without blood. For when Moses had spoken every precept to all the people according to the law, he took the blood of calves and of goats, with water, and scarlet wool, and hyssop, and sprinkled both the book, and all the people, Saying, This is the blood of the testament which God hath enjoined unto you. Moreover he sprinkled with blood both the tabernacle, and all the vessels of the ministry. And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission” Hebrews 9:11-22. 

 SUMMARY: 

The message is a powerful declaration of the efficacy of the blood of Christ Jesus, highlighting its significance in achieving triumph in every area of life. The author shares a personal testimony of growing up in an African traditional setting where animal sacrifices were common but now understands the superior power of Christ’s blood. 

Key points: 

  • The blood of Christ Jesus is efficacious and guarantees victory over the enemy and his cohorts. 
  • The blood represents deliverance, redemption, reconciliation, transcendence, purchasing power, emboldening, cleansing, atonement, and overcoming power. 
  • Christ’s blood is unique, having no Adamic elements, making it effectual for redemption. 
  • The Blood is not just a ceremony, but a tool for faith and victorious living. 
  • Scriptural references (Hebrews 9:11-22, Leviticus 17:11, 14, Deuteronomy 12:22-24, Colossians 1:12-14, Ephesians 1:7, etc.) support the message. 

The message encourages readers to enact and authenticate the power of the blood of Christ Jesus, leading to triumph in every place 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

EARNESTLY DESIRE THE PRINCIPAL THING 

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EARNESTLY DESIRE THE PRINCIPAL THING – [WISDOM] – IN YOUR PASSION: THAT’S THE PATH TO GRACIOUSNESS AND GRACEFULNESS! 

“Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be SAVED. 2 For I bear them RECORD that they have a ZEAL of God, but not ACCORDING to KNOWLEDGE. 3 For they being IGNORANT of God’s righteousness, and going about to ESTABLISH their OWN righteousness, have NOT SUBMITTED themselves unto the righteousness of God. 4 For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth” Romans 10:1-4. 

To have ZEAL, being zealous, otherwise called PASSION is good, but if without KNOWLEDGE, it’s dangerous and deadly – it’s full of foolishness, frustration and equally erroneous too [Romans 10:1-4]. A mere zealous or zealousness or just being passionate can create mistaken atmosphere due to pure ignorance especially in context of matters except there’s knowledge in the passion of which Jesus rebuked the Sadducees of their erroneous and mistaken acts to the context of resurrection as an example. 

“. . . 29 Jesus answered and said unto them, YE DO ERR [DO ERRONEOUSLY, MISTAKENLY], NOT KNOWING the scriptures, nor the power of God . . .” Matthew 22:29 [23-33]. 

And KNOWLEDGE is good, but without UNDERSTANDING, it breeds arrogance, pride and rudeness. The place of knowledge cannot be taken lightly in every phase of doing life and living GODLY in Christ Jesus stead. Knowledge emancipates and delivers from all forms of stupidity, ignorance, and foolishness.  

“Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have KNOWLEDGE. KNOWLEDGE PUFFETH UP, but charity edifieth” 1 Corinthians 8:1. 

But where ZEAL (passion) and KNOWLEDGE and UNDERSTANDING are together, therein is the WISDOM to do life and much more. The WISDOM to be accomplished and fulfilled in life will always show up. Proverbs 4:5-7. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“Get WISDOM, get UNDERSTANDING: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. 6 Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee. 7 WISDOM is the principal thing; therefore get WISDOM: and with all thy getting get UNDERSTANDING” Proverbs 4:5-7. 

“Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. 2 For I bear them record that they have a ZEAL of God, but not according to KNOWLEDGE. 3 For they being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God. 4 For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth” Romans 10:1-4. 

“Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have KNOWLEDGE. KNOWLEDGE PUFFETH UP, but charity edifieth” 1 Corinthians 8:1. 

“GOOD UNDERSTANDING GIVETH FAVOUR: but the WAY of TRANSGRESSORS is HARD [DIFFICULT, UNPRODUCTIVE]” Proverbs 13:15/Emphasis Mine. 

“Good UNDERSTANDING wins FAVOR, but the WAY of the TRANSGRESSOR is hard [like the BARREN, DRY soil or the IMPASSABLE swamp]” Proverbs 13:15/AMP Classic Edition. 

“The man that WANDERETH OUT OF THE WAY of UNDERSTANDING shall REMAIN in the CONGREGATION of the DEAD” Proverbs 21:16. 

“A man who WANDERS from the WAY of UNDERSTANDING (GODLY WISDOM) will REMAIN in the ASSEMBLY of the DEAD” Proverbs 21:16. 

Further Scriptural Reading: Proverbs 16:16; 4:5; James 1:5. 

SUMMARY: 

The message emphasises the importance of combining zeal (passion) with knowledge and understanding to achieve wisdom, which is the principal thing. Having zeal without knowledge is dangerous and can lead to foolishness, frustration, and error, as seen in the example of the Sadducees (Matthew 22:23-33, Romans 10:1-4). 

Key points: 

  • Zeal and passion are good, but without knowledge, they’re incomplete and potentially destructive. 
  • Knowledge without understanding breeds arrogance and pride (1 Corinthians 8:1). 
  • When zeal, knowledge, and understanding come together, wisdom is the result, leading to a fulfilling life (Proverbs 4:5-7). 
  • Wisdom is the principal thing to seek and acquire (Proverbs 4:7). 
  • Good understanding gives favour and leads to a productive life (Proverbs 13:15). 

Scriptural references support the importance of seeking wisdom, knowledge, and understanding to live a godly life. The message encourages readers to earnestly desire wisdom in their passion and pursuits. 

Supporting scriptures: 

  • Proverbs 4:5-7 (get wisdom, get understanding) 
  • Romans 10:1-4 (zeal without knowledge is incomplete) 
  • Matthew 22:29 (Jesus rebuked the Sadducees for lacking knowledge) 
  • 1 Corinthians 8:1 (knowledge puffs up, but charity edifies) 
  • Proverbs 13:15 (good understanding gives favour) 

The message concludes that wisdom is key to a fulfilling life, and readers are encouraged to seek it in their passions and pursuits 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

THE GOOD, BETTER, AND BEST DAYS IS NOW AND AHEAD

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THE GOOD, BETTER, AND BEST DAYS IS NOW AND AHEAD: BE CREATIVE, INNOVATIVE AND READILY READY FOR THE NEW DAWN OF DOING LIFE DURING AND AFTER WHATEVER! 

“For SURELY THERE IS AN END; and thine EXPECTATION shall not be CUT OFF” Proverbs 23:18 

Surely there’s an end to everything under the sun – [whether it’s the loss of job, marital breakdown, relationship disruption, bereavement of loved one, infectious pandemic diseases and sicknesses, fatal accident, war, economic meltdown and such like] – for there is no different with God in WHATEVER. It thus means every challenge and difficult circumstance are certainly and surely TIMED to stop or come to an END point one day, irrespective of the days, weeks, months, and years of that WHATEVER – Proverbs 23:18.  

And life will always roll into a NEW action and motion again when an end has come for WHATEVER betides one. It’s how much READINESS and PREPAREDNESS you are making to forge ahead for yourself and all about you at the dawn day and dawn time when it comes – for therein is the very important thing to think and ponder through in the act of doing life and living godly by the grace in Christ Jesus’ stead. To have a pragmatic and an intentional mindset setting for an onward and upward trajectory, it’s so important if you intend to be the one in charge, control and in DOMINON to reign and rule in your REDEMPTION in Christ Jesus stead – [Proverbs 21:31; Proverbs 16:1, 3, 7, 9]. 

There’s one scripture that I have known, that have kept me going, almost in every passing phase of challenging times in my life, in dealing with matters during and after WHATEVER in the path of the working of FAITH, the labour of love, and the patience of hope in Christ Jesus stead. The scripture is this: 

“. . . 8 BETTER IS THE END OF A THING THAN THE BEGINNING THEREOF: and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. 9 Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools. 10 SAY NOT THOU, WHAT IS THE CAUSE THAT THE FORMER DAYS WERE BETTER THAN THESE? FOR THOU DOST NOT ENQUIRE WISELY CONCERNING THIS . . .” Ecclesiastes 7:7-12. 

“We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; [3] remembering without ceasing your WORK OF FAITH, and LABOUR OF LOVE, and PATIENCE OF HOPE in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father; 4 knowing, brethren beloved, your election of God” 1 Thessalonians 1:2-4. 

More so, I know that having a SCRIPTURAL perception of life, is an attitude that makes one to perceive that their today is far better than yesterday, and that has helped and kept me going; and scriptural context in perception still helps me to stay strong and courageous, knowing that the best of anything is in the new start up and not in the old. 

And the knowing that God’s act of faithfulness and steadfastness are NEW every morning – is an awesome plus on each passing day (Lamentations 3:23); and by this confidence and assurance in SCRIPTURAL context in perception, there’s no reason why one should not live in the present tense of God to define one’s life for today and tomorrow. Hence, I can say that your GOOD, BETTER and BEST DAYS have come and are coming out of the WHATEVER you are dealing with at the moment to advance in life and godly living in Christ Jesus stead. 

Just as I will always say that the New Testament, the New Creation which is of the New Covenant and such like, is far more superior testimony as in the fulfilment to the Old Testament of the Old Covenant and such like injunctions of the old – it beholds me as it becomes imperative, that one keep away and withdraws from the concept of always looking back and thinking of the good old days instead of dealing with the present. 

Regrets and living in the past will not elevate anyone, no matter the devotion to mourning, murmuring, and complaining about the past and its history – both in the bad or good terms. And dwelling in the past doesn’t indicate a good sign of being innovative, creative and wise up to make good of the present in order to ensure and endorse the beauty and glory so much desired of you – especially for your today and your tomorrow. It’s time for a NEW you to SPRING up for the NEW dawn day that’s about to come forth from you after the WHATEVER; because your world should not be the same again and you need not be – A LEFT BEHIND CHRISTIAN. 

I’m emboldened to inform you that the way you live and do life OUGHT to change whenever the WHATEVER is done away with in one’s life. And if you do not PREPARE and TRAIN yourself for the NEW you to emerge in order to EFFECTIVELY deal with the changes that will come up after your WHATEVER – you may live to regret learning nothing whenever the WHATEVER shutdown or locked down or standstill moment is done and dusted. It’s a wise decision for you to do life meaningfully and purposefully as a consequence of the preparation you’ve made for your emergence from the known and unknown WHATEVER you’ve been through. 

Just know that our ways of PRUDENCE – the utilising and managing of the resources – of TIME, FINANCE, EFFORT (Physical/Mental Exertion), MATERIAL and PEOPLE, in order to earn a living may likely change in many ways after WHATEVER; and if you’ve not made yourself readily ready to adapt with the changes, there will be a left behind to catch up with, in the reality of change that may evolve. 

And I don’t want you whining, crying out loud – saying things like – THE FORMER DAYS ARE BETTER THAN THE PRESENT. This simply means you are not living in the NOW because the FORMER days have a grip on you, and you’ve forgotten that those days can’t define your current and present day.  

It’s time to look inward for your onward and upward trajectory match to the better and best of you in life and grace. Our God is the God of the now and tomorrow as He’s of yesterday; and He’s good and faithful to see us through life phase – making the good and the bad to work together for our good Romans 8:28. But you must give God something to work with, to ensure you are  through with your inward (insight) and outward (foresight) plan, purpose and pursuit. 

I PRAY YOU KNOW WELL TODAY AND ALWAYS THAT – THE GOOD, BETTER AND BEST DAYS IS NOW AND AHEAD – THEREFORE, BE CREATIVE, INNOVATIVE AND READILY READY FOR THE NEW DAWN OF DOING LIFE DURING AND AFTER THE WHATEVER. 

I pray you have a GRACIOUS and GRACEFUL days in the PRESENT TIME and in the TIME AHEAD that might evolve in every way in Christ Jesus stead. Amen. 

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“Surely oppression maketh a wise man mad; and a gift destroyeth the heart. 8. BETTER IS THE END OF A THING THAN THE BEGINNING THEREOF: and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. 9. Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools. 10 SAY NOT THOU, WHAT IS THE CAUSE THAT THE FORMER DAYS WERE BETTER THAN THESE? FOR THOU DOST NOT ENQUIRE WISELY CONCERNING THIS. 11. Wisdom is good with an inheritance: and by it there is profit to them that see the sun. 12 For WISDOM is a DEFENCE, and MONEY is a DEFENCE: but the EXCELLENCY OF KNOWLEDGE is, that WISDOM GIVETH LIFE to them that have it” Ecclesiastes 7:7-12. 

“FOR SURELY THERE IS AN END; and thine expectation shall not be cut off” Proverbs 23:18. 

“And we know that ALL THINGS WORK TOGETHER FOR GOOD TO THEM THAT LOVE GOD, to them who are the called according to his purpose” Romans 8:28. 

“Being CONFIDENT of this very thing, that he which hath BEGUN A GOOD WORK in you will PERFORM it until the day of Jesus Christ” Philippians 1:6. 

“CAST NOT AWAY therefore your CONFIDENCE, which hath great RECOMPENCE OF REWARD. 36 For ye have need of PATIENCE, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might RECEIVE the promise. 37 For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry. 38 Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him. 39 But we are not of them who DRAW BACK UNTO PERDITION; but of them that BELIEVE TO THE SAVING OF THE SOUL” Hebrews 10:35-39.  

SUMMARY: 

The message is an inspirational and motivational piece that encourages readers to look forward to a brighter future, despite current challenges. The main theme is that “THE GOOD, BETTER, AND BEST DAYS” are now and ahead, and one should be prepared to move forward, leaving past regrets and difficulties behind. 

Key points: 

  • The present and future hold better days, and one should focus on the new dawn ahead rather than dwelling on past difficulties (WHATEVER). (Ecclesiastes 7:8, Proverbs 23:18)  
  • Regrets, mourning, and complaining about the past won’t elevate anyone; instead, focus on being innovative, creative, and wise to make the most of the present. (Ecclesiastes 7:10, Romans 8:28) 
  • One’s ways of managing resources (time, finance, effort, material, and people) may change after WHATEVER, so be prepared to adapt. (Proverbs 21:31, Proverbs 16:1, 3, 7, 9) 
  • Don’t whine about the past; focus on living in the NOW and moving forward. (Ecclesiastes 7:10, Philippians 3:13-14)  
  • God is faithful and will see you through life’s phases, making good and bad work together for your good (Romans 8:28, Lamentations 3:23). 
  • To move forward, give God something to work with by having a plan, purpose, and pursuit. (Proverbs 16:9, 1 Thessalonians 1:2-4) 

Supporting scriptures: 

  • “Surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off” (Proverbs 23:18). 
  • “Better is the end of a thing than the beginning thereof…” (Ecclesiastes 7:8). 
  • “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God…” (Romans 8:28). 
  • “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ” (Philippians 1:6). 

The message encourages readers to be creative, innovative, and ready for the new dawn ahead, focusing on the present and future rather than past difficulties. 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

“YOU CANNOT GET BY PRAYER WHAT YOU SHOULD GET BY CHARACTER AND OBEDIENCE”

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AUTHOR UNKNOWN: But A Great Piece Worth More Than Anything – Read And Be BLESSED! 

I don’t know who authored this fantastic piece; it’s powerful, full of knowledge, wisdom and educative. Please take time to read it over and over again . . . And it’s entitled: 

“YOU CANNOT GET BY PRAYER WHAT YOU SHOULD GET BY CHARACTER AND OBEDIENCE” 

A man’s character is his fate. Heraclitus Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States (US), said: “Nothing can stop the man with the RIGHT MENTAL ATTITUDE from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the WRONG MENTAL ATTITUDE.” 

As a clergyman, I have watched pitiably how people self-sabotage themselves by seeking spiritual solutions to character-deficit issues. They look around at everybody as suspects for their predicaments when their greatest demons lurk within them – their character. 

What we often call our destiny is truly our character, and since that character can change, then destiny can be altered. CHARACTER IS DESTINY. 

Is prayer actually EVERYTHING? Many would begin to argue back and forth on this intriguing question, but my main purpose of writing this piece is not to get involved in arguments. Arguments don’t improve the validity of a truth; they only determine how long it would take before you realise it. 

Most people believe that we can pray ourselves to success and get away with virtually anything if we become a stickler to some prayer routines. There is no amount of spiritual penance that can substitute for character. Sometimes, you need character, not prayer. 

Dutch Sheets said: “Prayer is not a check request asking for things from God; it is a deposit slip- a way of depositing God’s character into our bankrupt souls.” 

British writer and politician, Thomas Macaulay (1800-1859), said: “The measure of a man’s character is what he would do if he knew he never would be found out.” I have often said that what would ultimately destroy a man going to high places in life is not really the enemies that are waiting for him there, but the character that followed him there. 

I want to emphatically underline the fact that this write-up is not meant to trivialise prayers in any way. I have observed that many people take character for granted, while overzealously tuning on into their spiritual mode. 

We have become so spiritually in tune through prayers that we neglect the place of character and our relationship with people. Many are actually HEAVENLY bound, but with no EARTHLY relevance. You can speak with spiritual eloquence, pray in public and maintain a holy appearance, but it is your BEHAVIOUR and CHARACTER that will actually trigger the manifestation of all that God has for you. 

You must learn to treat people with courtesy. 

The Shunammite woman must have been praying for a child all through her life. By being hospitable to a man of God, she eventually got her much-awaited miracle. It wasn’t prayer that opened the door for her; it was her character. Assuming she wasn’t hospitable, she would have missed a critical miracle. 

Many times, we pray, fast and bind demons that don’t exist when our real demons are just our greatly flawed character. Many have insulted people that were divinely placed and orchestrated to help them fulfil their destiny. Some people are keeping malice with their destiny helpers. 

Treat people with respect.  

Treat strangers with courtesy.  

Never look down on anybody. God can use anyone to change your story. 

Abigail Van Buren said: “The best index to a person’s character is how he treats people who can’t do him any good, and how he treats people who can’t fight back.” 

You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him. The way we treat people we think can’t help or hurt us, like housekeepers, waiters, and secretaries, tells more about our character than how we treat people we think are important. ‘How do you treat people?’  

One of the most impressive architectural feats and the greatest military defence project in history is the Great Wall of China. In 1987, UNESCO designated the Great Wall a World Heritage site, and a popular controversial claim that emerged in the 20th century holds that it is the only man-made structure that is visible from space. 

Originally conceived by Emperor Qin Shi Huang (c. 259-210 B.C.) in the 3rd Century B.C. as a means of preventing incursions from Mongolians and barbarian nomads into the Chinese Empire, the wall is one of the most extensive construction projects ever completed. 

History has it that when the ancient Chinese decided to live in peace, they made the Great Wall of China; they thought no one could climb it due to its height. During the first 100 years of its existence, the Chinese were invaded thrice and every time, the hordes of enemy infantry had no need of penetrating or climbing over the wall, because each time, they bribed the guards and came through the doors. 

The Chinese built the wall, but forgot the character – building of the wall-guards. Though the Great Wall has over the years become a powerful symbol of the country’s enduring strength and spirit, but it has actually been a good reminder to the Chinese of the superiority of human character. 

The Chinese realised much later that the best defence against the enemy is not a fortified wall, but a fortified character. Thus, the building of human character comes before building of anything else. 

Prayer is not EVERYTHING! Build relationships, and don’t ever forget that God will always use man. Be mindful of your words and how you speak to people. Work seriously on your character and attitude towards life. 

I want to say emphatically that character is not optional; it is sacrosanct to the future that God has planned for you. No matter where you place prayers, character matters. The greatest fraud in life is religion without character. A man without character is recklessly alive. 

William Shakespeare captured it succinctly when he said: “The fault is not in our stars, but in ourselves.” 

Peter Schutz, the former chief executive officer of Porsche said: “HIRE CHARACTER; TRAIN SKILLS.”  

Lastly, back in the days when Germany was divided, a huge wall separated East and West Berlin.  

One day, some people in East Berlin took a truck load of garbage and dumped it on the West Berlin side. 

The people of West Berlin could have done the same thing, but they didn’t.  

Instead, they took a truck load of canned goods, bread, milk and other provisions, and neatly stacked it on the East Berlin side. 

On top of this stack, they placed the sign: 

“EACH GIVES WHAT HE HAS” 

How very true! You can only give what you have. 

What do you have inside of you? Is it: 

Hate or love?  

Violence or peace?  

Death or life? 

Capacity to build or capacity to destroy? 

What have you acquired over the years? 

Team spirit or pull-down architecture? 

“EACH GIVES WHAT HE HAS” 

Think about it!  

Please give out the good in you.  

JESUS LOVES YOU 

SUMMARY: 

The piece emphasises that character is more important than prayer or spiritual activities. It highlights how people’s character, not just their prayers, determines their destiny and success. The author shares examples, like the Shunammite woman who got a miracle through hospitality, and the Great Wall of China, where character-building was neglected, leading to breaches.  

Key points: 

  • Character is destiny; it’s more crucial than prayer or spiritual routines. 
  • Treat people with kindness, respect, and courtesy, regardless of their position.  
  • Our character triggers the manifestation of God’s plans for us.  
  • Prayer isn’t everything; character matters more.  
  • Focus on building character and relationships, not just spiritual activities. 
  • What you have inside (love, peace, etc.) is what you’ll give out. 

The message encourages self-reflection on one’s character and how it impacts life and relationships. 

 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

FAMILY WISDOM NUGGET

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FAMILY WISDOM NUGGET – DO SPEAK GRACIOUSLY AND GRACEFULLY WELL AND WHOLE TO YOUR FAMILY

“And all bare HIM (JESUS) witness, and wondered at the GRACIOUS WORDS WHICH PROCEEDED OUT OF HIS MOUTH. And they said, Is not this Joseph’s son?” Luke 4:22 (Emphasis Mine). 

Life is surely a beautiful and lovely creation of God for all to enjoy the essence and worth; and the knowing that this life is short and timed for mortals, makes it an essence and worth the reason why none should be mean and obscure to each other about it. Life is like a mist that appears in the morning, soonest it’s gone as the sun sets.  

“. . . 14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. FOR WHAT IS YOUR LIFE? It is even a VAPOUR, that APPEARETH for a little time, and then VANISHETH away . . .” James 4:13-17. 

Therefore, speak forth always – graciously and gracefully toward yourself and others, especially immediate family members – it makes the essence of living well and whole; it’s all about living free in grace, lively and lovely. Living graciously and gracefully is about SOWING living words of life into situations and circumstances. This is not about being “POSITIVE” speaking or thinking; it’s about using SCRIPTURAL INSTRUCTIONS to define your life in WORDS and DEEDS, in the midst of a hateful and evil world, by what God has done in us through Christ Jesus, to deliver us for now and always deliver us in this present evil world. Amen! 

“Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who GAVE himself for OUR SINS, that he might DELIVER US FROM THIS PRESENT EVIL WORLD, according to the WILL of God and our Father: 5 to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen” Galatians 1:3-5. 

Make today someone else in the family’s good and special day by speaking wellness and wholeness to them and their circumstances, even in the midst of an unwarranted climate and atmosphere of wickedness and earnest urge to revenge. 

Make today their God -Day of grace, mercy, and love because it’s God’s Day for you and them to rejoice and be glad in it. For what you make happen for others’ good, God will surely make happen for you and all in the family as you make His WORD possible in practice. 

If you do not have any gracious, graceful, and awesome words to speak to someone and their circumstances, it’s best to zip your lips up rather than being NEGATIVE, MEAN, and OBSCURE in words on the day that the Lord God has MADE for the good of ALL. 

It’s a day and time to SPEAK WELL and WHOLE to your SPOUSE, CHILDREN, PARENTS and HOUSEHOLD; as it’s often said and widely known that CHARITY begins at home (family). You can extend this gesture to your neighbours, employees, employers, colleagues, in-laws, friends, and even to the hungry and thirsty enemies. Do you mean ENEMIES also? YES. It’s all about PLEASING God in His word as may be expected and demands of you, in order to become His complete and wholesome child. Speak WELL and WHOLE to them for your own good in Christ Jesus, as the scriptures enjoin. 

“When a man’s ways PLEASE the Lord, he MAKETH even his ENEMIES to be at PEACE with him” Proverbs 16:7. 

“But WITHOUT FAITH it is IMPOSSIBLE to PLEASE him: for he that cometh to God must BELIEVE that he is, and that he is a REWARDER of them that DILIGENTLY seek him” Hebrews 11:6. 

“And he that doubteth is damned if he eat, because he eateth not of faith: FOR WHATSOEVER IS NOT OF FAITH IS SIN” Romans 14:23. 

“For IN Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, BUT FAITH WORKING THROUGH LOVE” Galatians 5:6 NKJV. 

Never stop speaking graciously and gracefully to yourself and others – it’s a LIFE MEDICINE TO HEALTHY LIVING. It’s time to make your lips create a loveable, likeable, and liveable atmosphere that you would love to see and enjoy with others. Create a magnetic field of graciousness and gracefulness with the WORD about your WORLDS of doing life and living godly. 

ENJOY YOUR DAY IN GOD’S GRACE AND BLESSEDNESS IN CHRIST JESUS STEAD. AMEN. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“And all bare HIM (JESUS) witness, and wondered at the GRACIOUS WORDS WHICH PROCEEDED OUT OF HIS MOUTH. And they said, Is not this Joseph’s son?” Luke 4:22 (Emphasis Mine). 

“That Christ may DWELL in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, 18 may be able to COMPREHEND with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height— 19 TO KNOW THE LOVE OF CHRIST WHICH PASSES (TRANSCENDS) KNOWLEDGE (FIVE SENSES); that you may be filled with all the FULLNESS of God” Ephesians 3:17-19 (Emphasis Mine). 

“SAY ye to the RIGHTEOUS, that it shall be WELL with him: for they shall eat the FRUIT of their doings” Isaiah 3:10. 

“A man’s belly shall be SATISFIED with the FRUIT of his MOUTH; and with the INCREASE of his LIPS shall he be FILLED. 21 Death and life are in the power of the TONGUE: and they that love it shall EAT THE FRUIT thereof” Proverbs 18:20-21. 

“This is the DAY which the Lord hath MADE; we will REJOICE and be GLAD in it” Psalms 118:24. 

“Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. 44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, BLESS them that curse you, do GOOD to them that hate you, and PRAY for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; 45 that ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. 46 For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same? 47 And if ye SALUTE your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so? 48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect” Matthew 5:43-48. 

“A man’s BELLY shall be SATISFIED with the FRUIT OF HIS MOUTH; and with the INCREASE of HIS LIPS SHALL HE BE FILLED. 21 DEATH and LIFE are in the POWER OF THE TONGUE: and they that LOVE it shall EAT THE FRUIT thereof” Proverbs 18:20-21. 

“Finally, brethren, WHATSOEVER things are true, WHATSOEVER things are honest, WHATSOEVER things are just, WHATSOEVER things are pure, WHATSOEVER things are lovely, WHATSOEVER things are of good report; if there be any VIRTUE, and if there be any PRAISE, THINK on these things” Philippians 4:8. 

“If thine ENEMY be HUNGRY, GIVE him bread to eat; and if he be THIRSTY, GIVE him WATER to drink: 22 for thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee” Proverbs 25:21-22. 

“LET LOVE BE WITHOUT DISSIMULATION (HYPOCRISY). Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another . . .17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. 18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live PEACEABLY with all men. 19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 20 THEREFORE IF THINE ENEMY HUNGER, FEED HIM; IF HE THIRST, GIVE HIM DRINK: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be NOT OVERCOME of evil, but OVERCOME evil with good” Romans 12:9-21 Emphasis Mine. 

“For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not GRIEVOUS (BURDENSOME, TASKMASTER, IRKSOME). 4 For whatsoever is born of God OVERCOMETH the world: and this is the VICTORY that OVERCOMETH the world, even our FAITH. 5 Who is he that OVERCOMETH the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?” 1 John 5:3-5 (Emphasis Mine). 

SUMMARY: 

The message emphasises the importance of speaking graciously and gracefully to oneself and others, especially family members, citing Luke 4:22, which highlights Jesus’ gracious words. It encourages us to use scriptural instructions to guide our words and actions, focusing on love, kindness, and forgiveness, even towards enemies (Matthew 5:43-48, Romans 12:9-21). The goal is to please God (Hebrews 11:6) and become a complete and wholesome child of His. 

Key points: 

  • Speak well and whole to family, friends, and even enemies (Proverbs 18:20-21, Matthew 5:43-48). 
  • Use gracious and graceful words to create a loveable and liveable atmosphere. 
  • Pleasing God is the ultimate goal; faith working through love is key (Galatians 5:6, 1 John 5:3-5). 
  • Our words have power; they can bring life or death (Proverbs 18:20-21). 
  • Show kindness to others, including enemies, and God will reward (Proverbs 25:21-22, Romans 12:20-21). 
  • Overcome evil with good, and let love guide your actions (Romans 12:21). 

The message is filled with scripture references, emphasising the importance of applying God’s word to our lives. It’s a call to live a life of love, kindness, and forgiveness, reflecting God’s character. 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

 

MAKE YOUR DAY COUNT AND ACCOUNT FOR YOUR GOOD 

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MAKE YOUR DAY COUNT AND ACCOUNT FOR YOUR GOOD: LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE NOW – IN LIFE AND GODLY LIVING! 

“Whoso KEEPETH the commandment shall FEEL NO EVIL THING: and a WISE man’s heart DISCERNETH both TIME and JUDGMENT” Ecclesiastes 8:5. 

It’s high time to FEEL NO EVIL thing about yourself in doing life and living godly. Walk in wisdom by discerning day –to- day matters, in order to make the rightful judgement per God’s given 24/7 under the sun. The consciousness of God’s goodness about you should outweighs the feelings or thoughts of evil and wickedness. For as a man thinks, so he’s, in speaking and dealing with life affairs. 

“For as he THINKS in his HEART, so is he. As one who reckons, he says to you, eat and drink, yet his HEART is not with you [but is grudging the cost]” Proverbs 23:7/AMP Classic Edition. 

“A GOOD man out of the GOOD treasure of his HEART bringeth forth that which is GOOD; and an EVIL man out of the EVIL treasure of his HEART bringeth forth that which is EVIL: for of the ABUNDANCE of the HEART his MOUTH SPEAKETH” Luke 6:45 [Matthew 12:33-35]. 

Therefore, it’s time for you to ACKNOWLEDGE and THINK of the GOOD in and about you in Christ Jesus – and to make your DAY COUNT and ACCOUNT for your GOOD – for you are the CUSTODIAN of your day and daily happiness in LIFE And GRACE. Your redemption can only be actualised in grace when you live intentionally to acknowledge the good God has done in you, He’s doing in you, and He will do through you in Christ Jesus’ stead. Amen. No giving attention or oxygen to what the devil and cohorts are doing.  

“That the COMMUNICATION (DECLARATION, ANNOUNCING, PROCLAMATION, SHARING, TESTIFYING, TESTIMONY) of thy FAITH may become EFFECTUAL (PRODUCTIVE, RESULTS-ORIENTED) by the ACKNOWLEDGING OF EVERY GOOD THING WHICH IS IN YOU in Christ Jesus” Philemon 1:6 (Emphasis Mine). 

You can make your day happen for your good. You can satisfy your day with goodness, graciousness, and gracefulness. It’s time to make your day count and account for you. Rule your day with characteristics like VIRTUE, PRAISE, GOODNESS, HEALTHY THOUGHTS and HEALTHY SIGHTSEEING and such like. Give your being to healthy thoughts and meditation in Christ Jesus. 

“. . . Whatsoever things are TRUE, whatsoever things are HONEST, whatsoever things are JUST, whatsoever things are PURE, whatsoever things are LOVELY, whatsoever things are of GOOD REPORT; if there be any VIRTUE, and if there be any PRAISE, THINK (PONDER, MEDITATE) on these things” Philippians 4:8. 

Think of living the BEST LIFE ever each day. And live your BEST LIFE NOW. Think the GOOD of God’s BEST in you. LIVE TO ACKNOWLEDGE IT DAILY. Your best Life in the now is about you enacting and authenticating the good things God has done IN you IN Christ Jesus. Amen. Philemon 1:6. 

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT: 

“Thou CROWNEST the YEAR with thy GOODNESS; and thy paths drop fatness” Psalms 65:11. 

“. . . Whatsoever things are TRUE, whatsoever things are HONEST, whatsoever things are JUST, whatsoever things are PURE, whatsoever things are LOVELY, whatsoever things are of GOOD REPORT; if there be any VIRTUE, and if there be any PRAISE, THINK (PONDER, MEDITATE) on these things” Philippians 4:8. 

“That the COMMUNICATION of thy FAITH may become EFFECTUAL (PRODUCTIVE) by the ACKNOWLEDGING OF EVERY GOOD THING WHICH IS IN YOU in Christ Jesus” Philemon 1:6 (Emphasis Mine). 

“And ALL bare HIM (JESUS) witness, and wondered at the GRACIOUS WORDS WHICH PROCEEDED OUT OF HIS MOUTH. And they said, Is not this Joseph’s son?” Luke 4:22 (Emphasis Mine). 

“Not giving heed to Jewish fables, and commandments of men, that turn from the truth. 15 Unto the PURE ALL THINGS ARE PURE: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is NOTHING PURE; but even their mind and conscience is defiled” Titus 1:14-15. 

“. . Let thy fountain be blessed: and REJOICE with the wife of thy youth . . .” Proverbs 5:17-19. 

SUMMARY: 

The message is about taking control of your day and living your best life in Christ Jesus. It’s emphasising the importance of: 

  • Focusing on God’s goodness and not evil 
  • Walking in wisdom and discernment 
  • Acknowledging the good things God has done and is doing in you 
  • Ruling your day with virtue, praise, goodness, and healthy thoughts 

Key points: 

  1. You are the custodian of your day: Make it count for your good. 
  2. Think God’s best in you: Live to acknowledge it daily. 
  3. Focus on the good: Outweigh thoughts of evil and wickedness. 
  4. Speak and think positively: As you think, so you are. 

Scriptural emphasis: 

  • Ecclesiastes 8:5 – Keep the commandment, feel no evil. 
  • Proverbs 23:7 – As you think in your heart, so you are. 
  • Luke 6:45 – Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. 
  • Philemon 1:6 – Acknowledge every good thing in you in Christ. 
  • Philippians 4:8 – Think on things that are true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and of good report. 

The call: 

  • Live your best life now in Christ Jesus. 
  • Rule your day with goodness and healthy thoughts. 
  • Acknowledge God’s work in you and live intentionally. 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI