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YOU WILL GET OUT OF PRISON

And Joseph's master took him, and put him into the prison, a place where the king's prisoners were bound: and he was there in the prison ~ Genesis 39:20.

Joseph is put in a prison for a crime he had not committed. The prison has many characteristics which make it an unbearable experience. In a prison you will be bound, oppressed, restricted and in some cases exposed to torture of abusive treatment. We should understand that in a prison your liberties are tampered with and many times you are forced to do things against your will.

Many people who are passing through false accusations feel so much hurt because of the suffering, pain, and injustice they seem to be encountering. It is a prison moment characterized by obscurity and painful and a moment where one feels he has been forgotten for good. Just like Joseph you will feel as if you are felt alone, deserted and defeated without any defence. Some prison terms are quite long, disturbing and distractive.

The prison will make you ask a lot of questions. These questions include: Why me? Where is God in all this? Will I come out of this prison? Why suffer like this? Because of this pondering some people actually died in the prisons of their own lives. While we may not understand why we are in prisons of life, we need to appreciate the moment and learn to trust God. The prison is never meant for you to go down or break you but it can be a preparation for your growth to your destiny.

We need to praise God for our prisons. Do we understand that it is in the prison that Joseph learned some very critical and valuable lessons? The prison is never there to bury us or send us into oblivion. It is a challenging moment but also a preparation for greater moments ahead. The prison moment can be to your benefit in shaping your character for the future.

Great people in the Bible went through and were shaped by prisons. When you read the Bible you will be encouraged by the story of Samson, Daniel, Jeremiah, Hosea, John the Baptist, John, Peter, Paul, and Silas. We are encouraged to understand about the power, glory and providence of God in each case. Never should we be weary when we are going through prison times.

God knows and understand our future and is in the prison which we may be complaining about (Genesis 39:21, Isaiah 43:2, Daniel 3:24-25). The prison moment is in the plan of God. Never be discouraged, your prison may be your way to your palace. For all things we experience in life all things work together for good;

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 ~Rom. 8:28,

WHEN ANGRY, REMEMBER

WHEN ANGRY, REMEMBER….

Ephesians 4:26 Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:

Today I will share with you one of the issues which troubles many people and this is anger. From the above scripture, it seems anger is expected but the caution there is not to sin especially through making the day end with that anger. Why? It is because when you prolong habitation of anger in you, it becomes part of you. Many people have lost opportunities because of anger. At the end when you do an assessment of why you were angry, you will see it was just a small matter. When you are angry remember;

1. Anger is an emotion. It affects your emotional balance.
2. Anger is spiritual, evil, demonic. Anger is a spirit. To prove that check how you feel when angry.
3. Anger has serious self inflicting damages. Some become angry to fix some people when in fact they are fixing themselves. Its like shooting someone with the gun pointing towards yourself. Some are sick because of anger and unfortunately some are dead. Some are in prison because of anger and some in hospital.
4. Anger has a major effect in relationships. Conflicts in families, societies, workplaces, schools are not managed because of angry individuals. Some have divorced because of the problem of anger.
5. Anger should never override our decision making process. Never should it envelop our decision making process or our character. Never make a major decision when you are angry, you will regret. We must not change our character because of anger. Some have changed their language because of anger. Some have preached messages intertwined in anger.
6. Anger must not lead to violence tendencies we see everyday in the world. Reaction to life in anger is not the solution. Let us be proactive.
7. Anger management should not be the focus but rather personal management. When we are able to manage ourselves, anger management becomes easy.
8. Anger is so funny in that when you are angry you think everyone is also angry. Be it known that it may be you only who is angry and others are happy and life goes on. Don’t think ‘we are many’
9. Anger is bad in that some become angry on behalf of others. You will be left with the dirtness of others.
10. Anger is not a solution to anything but it’s actually a problem which increase more problems. It is not the end of problems but beginning of them.

Self Help Questions

1. Is it possible not to be angry
2. Why are you angry today? Is it worthy it?
3. What are you angry at?
4. What actions do you do when angry?
5. What can you do to deal with yourself and anger?

Today choose joy instead of anger. Don’t drown in anger. Future is not ready for angry people.

John Museredzo is a passionate teacher of the Word of God. + 263712154277

DEALING WITH THE SPIRIT OF DISTRACTION

DEALING WITH THE SPIRIT OF DISTRACTION

That Sanballat and Geshem sent unto me, saying, Come, let us meet together in some one of the villages in the plain of Ono. But they thought to do me mischief. And I sent messengers unto them, saying, I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you? ~ Neh 6:2-3

In life, there are many moments you will get distracted from what you will be doing. Many people have been distracted from their goals, vision or purpose. There are many things in the world which are there to distract you so that you won’t complete your mission.

In the above scripture, we see Sanballat and Geshem trying to distract Nehemiah from the progress he was making. In your case, the distraction can come from any angle. Distractions come to steal your effort, time, concern, concentration on your work or purpose. This can come from the devil, your family members, that chat, that TV program, your spouse, your friends and even yourself. Distractions can also come from challenges, current or past successes, greediness, being power-hungry, evil heart and so on. These are there to take you from your purpose. I won’t be distracted.

It then calls for every person to be ready for these distractions when they come. Some distractions come as of good intention but with bad motives. Below are some of the ways you can do to deal with the spirit of distraction:
1. Be alert (1 Peter 5:8, Mk 8:15, 1 Cor 16:13, Lk 21:32-36): Many people have been caught unaware because of not being alert. Being alert means being vigilant and ready. Distraction can come any time and moment and your physical and spiritual eyes need to be open.
2. Know the schemes of distraction (2 Cor 2:11): As said above some distractions come in a way which you may not think. Some distractions are well packaged. Like Sanballat and Geshem the invitation seemed well but they thought of doing mischief or harm to Nehemiah.
3. Have a formula of response (Prov 4:7): Distractions sometimes need a formula of response. My response must be led by wisdom. Nehemiah sent the messengers with his response. This was wisdom. He didn’t go himself because it was time wasting.
4. Know the value of your project (Mt 13:44-46): Your project, purpose, vision or dream is too big to entertain distractions. Many people leave their purpose because they don’t know the value of their purpose. What you do not value, will not stay with you. In Mt 13:44-46, we see every effort, time and cost put so that one can have what he values. Most Israelites missed Canaan by comparing the value of Canaan with the value of Egypt. They were distracted by the wilderness (Num 11:4)
5. Don’t leave or quit the purpose: Nehemiah continued with the project. Many people do it wrong because they chase the distraction and leave the project or purpose unattended. It is high time we keep our eyes on the ball until the project is done. Do not quit because of the distraction. Move on. The Israelites almost became distracted at Mt Sinai until God had to make a command,
You have stayed long enough at this mountain. Break camp and advance ~ Deut 1:6-7

Today, you have an ultimate decision, don’t quit the purpose because of distractions. The journey is still on.

John Museredzo is a passionate teacher of the Word of God. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, blog http://www.johnmuseredzo.blogspot.com or whatsapp +263712154277.

YOUTH AND MARRIAGE DELIVERANCE

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FAITH READY FOR THE FIRE

FAITH READY FOR THE FIRE

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter. If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up. ~ Daniel 3:16-18

For the three Hebrew young men, it was a test of their faith. After they had refused to bow down to the image made by the king, they were asked if truly they had refused to bow to the image. It was a do or die situation. I am amazed at their response. They said, ‘We (have no need) do not have to answer this case’. Other version actually say, ‘We do not have an answer for you for this matter’. However, if one analyse the passage of Scripture on verses 17 and 18 these men went on to make a response. It is contradictory, they said NO ANSWER but went on to ANSWER.

Whenever we are faced with challenges, it is important to note that ourselves we may not have an appropriate answer except the response backed by FAITH, response from FAITH, response by FAITH. The response of these men is very challenging. Their response was of faith ready for the fire. In fact, faith was the equal match of the fire made for them as punishment.

There are 5 dimensions of faith we learn faith from these men.
1. Faith answer: Whenever we are faced with a challenge our answer and response is that of faith. Sometime we respond with a carnal mind, without taking faith as a factor. Allow faith to lead you in your response. We walk not by sight but by faith (2 Cor 5:17)
2. Faith to be delivered: The young men had confidence in their God that they will be delivered from the fiery furnace. Our God is able to do exceedingly above everything which we might think or ask. Faith is useless when we don’t trust God in any matter we face.
3. Faith in the Sovereignty of God: we need to understand that deliverance is done at the pleasure and will. Therefore, if say deliverance doesn’t come, that doesn’t nullify that God is God. God remains God in the valley and on the mountain tops.
4. Faith ready for the fire: The young men said even if deliverance from the fire doesn’t come, they will not bow to the image. Therefore to them, even if the deliverance would not come they were ready for the fire. It was the conviction they had inside them which made them to wire up their faith in such a way that fire was nothing to them. Nothing must pollute or make our faith weak. Even old age didn’t weaken Abraham’s faith (Rom 4:19)
5. Faith not to bow: These young men were not ready to compromise. Faith doesn’t compromise. Faith remains steadfast. In your challenge don't be tricked into bowing down to the challenge or the devil. Faith is unwavering (Rom 4:20).

Today, I encourage you to check your faith. Is your ready for the fires of life?

John Museredzo is a passionate, provocative and inspiring teacher of the Word. For more teachings follow me on Facebook, Twitter or whatsapp +263712154277

WISDOM TO GO THROUGH STORMS OF LIFE

                       

WISDOM TO GO THROUGH STORMS OF LIFE

On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. And other boats were with him. And a great windstorm arose, and the waves were breaking into the boat, so that the boat was already filling. But he was in the stern, asleep on the cushion. And they woke him and said to him, “Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?” And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. ...Mk 4:35-41, Mt 8:26- He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” 

In life you can never be excused from storms of life. Storms of life sometimes come without us being prepared for the storm. No one is exempt from storms of life. Dry moments in life will come. If you are not yet in a storm you can think:

·         That those in a storm are not prayerful enough

·         That those in a storm have created their own storms

·         That those in the storm are too weak

Wait brother until the storm visit your place (Job 4:3-5, Job 3:25). Being a great man or having a great vision doesn’t make one immune to the storms of life. Being in God’s will doesn’t promise an exemption from storms (pg15, Maturity) Storms come especially when we are in the will of God (pg16)

·         Ask father Abraham (a famine comes on a man chosen by God) or father Job (the holy man of Uz.)

·         The greater the vision or destiny the greater the storm.

·         The storm when Jesus was in the boat. Sometimes God arranges storms for us (pg15), to test our faith. Jesus is calm in the storm and this should be our attitude.  It is natural to panic but be calm and relax.

Challenges of people in a storm

·         Thinking that you are the only one going through a storm

·         Trying to show everyone that you are in the moment of the storm~ A sad face and walking which shows things are not okay~ (Jam 1:2 count it all joy)

·         Expecting everyone to understand and assist you your season of the storm. Walking with an attitude of begging. There are actually some celebrating.

·         Thinking that the storm is for ever~ This too shall end, the storm will be over. Storms are not permanent (Ps 30:5). The night shall be over. (Ps 66:12) God’s plan and purposes are going to be fulfilled in spite of a great storm (pg 17). The disciples eventually reached the other side. Nothing can stand the plans of God.

·         Comparing your storm with other people’s storms: some people may seem as if they are not in a storm because storms differ in size (tornado, hurricane, whirlwind) and duration. Some are prolonged than the other. Have patience.

The biggest temptation when in a storm is the WHY factor (Why me, why now, why why?). The best way to deal with your challenge is to challenge your challenge. The best way to defeat Goliath is to Goliath. Face the storm head-on yourself. In a storm you can choose to see:

·         God: God never promised about an easier life, but he promised that He is bigger than the storms of life.

·         Satan: Many times we magnify the devil and diminish the power of God.

·         Man: In a storm you can actually think that many have plotted your downfall.

 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. - Romans 8:28

But he knows the way that I take; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold - Job 23:10

In a storm you can chose

• To think that God has forsaken you or that He knows your case: Going through a storm doesn’t mean God is against you (pg14, Maturity)
• Faith over fear: the disciples where afraid because of the storm: Can’t you see we are perishing. When you are in a storm mind your language? Mt 8:26- He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” We walk not by sight but by faith. (2 Cor 5:7)
• To die or to live: You can die before time because of a storm. Heaviness in the heart. Don’t allow the storm to kill you. Do you not care that we are perishing.
• To grow or backslide. The Israelites in the wilderness wanted to go back because of the storm of the wilderness. Let the storm develop your spiritual life esp prayer and the word.
• To see the power of God or power of the devil: You need to understand that greater is he who is in me than the one in the world (1 John 4:4). God has power all storms of life. God is always in control.
• Curse God like the advice of Job’s wife.

The secret is in how you take the storm. It is on your attitude when you are in the storm which matters. Don’t bow to the storm.

The God/Jesus factor in the storm

ü  The disciple knew where to go. They had Jesus with them. In any predicament know where to look. What you look at is, has power over you. (Heb 12:2, Lot’s wife)

ü  Peter was above the situation until he chose to look at the storm (Mt

ü  Ps 23: The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want, even if I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I shall not fear

ü  Daniel trusted God in the den of lions (Lion of the tribe of Judah, Ps 20:7)

ü  Shadreck and team: the fourth man in the fire (the consuming fire)

ü  Cast your burdens unto Him for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7)

Do not quit. Continue to move despite the storm.  Have resilience (Mt 11:12- since the days of John the Baptist). We shall get there.

Be calm

ü  The storm listened to the voice of authority. Speak a word to your situation. Be still now. This nonsense must stop. Situation can hear the word. One word from God can transform your marriage, your family. Read and internalise the Word (many people are no longer reading the word.)

ü  Prophesy to the situation: Ez 37 ~ to the dry bones

ü  But remember some storms do not calm immediately. Do not be discouraged.

o   Dynamic/dramatic

o   Passive~ you may not notice it.

o   Progressive~ the lepers