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In life, we all stumble and make mistakes, we encounter shame, reproach,criticism and even disapproval from others. It's part of our journey, shaping us into who we are today. But what if I told you that your history, even with its falling, errors, and shame, holds the key to your future success ? your story is instrumental in paving the way for an everlasting celebration when you finally succeed . It's natural to feel discouraged when we make mistakes or encounter failures. However, it's crucial to recognize that these missteps are not obstacles but rather stepping stones towards our ultimate success . Just as Thomas Edison famously said, "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." Each mistake brings us closer to the right path, teaching us valuable lessons and building resilience. Proverbs 24:16 - "For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again." Shame can be a heavy burden to carry, often preventing us ...

Life is often compared to a race, with countless hurdles, twists, and turns along the way. Just like athletes competing for a prize , we all have goals and aspirations that drive us forward. However, in the journey towards our desired achievements, it's crucial to remember the wisdom found in the Bible: " But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus" ( Philippians 3:13-14, NIV). These words encourage us to focus on the future, to persevere, and to resist the urge to look back .keeping our eyes fixed on the prize while running the race of life, drawing inspiration from biblical references.In the Bible, we find the story of Lot's wife who, while fleeing from the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, disobeyed the angel's warning and turned to look back . As a consequence, she was turned into a pillar of salt ( Genesis 19:26). T...

In the pursuit of our goals and dreams, it is inevitable that we encounter skepticism, negativity, and rejection from others. However, it is important to remember that the opinions of others should not define our capabilities or determine the course of our lives. Belief is a potent force that has the ability to shape our lives and lead us to unimaginable heights. When we have unwavering faith in our abilities and the goals we strive for, we create an empowering mindset that propels us forward, even in the face of adversity. It is crucial to understand that our beliefs can determine our actions, and ultimately, our destiny .Rejection is an inevitable part of any journey towards success . It may come in the form of disapproving opinions, critical feedback, or even outright dismissal. However, rejection should not be viewed as a roadblock, but rather as a stepping stone on the path to greatness. Many accomplished individuals, from renowned artists to successful entrepreneurs, have fac...

There is a growing consensus that there is nothing like chance or luck in life, but rather everything that happens has already been predetermined by the creator. This view of predetermination argues that no matter how it may seem, all events are part of God's plan for our individual lives and when we make seemingly lucky decisions or choices, they have actually been made with divine wisdom. This idea can be seen in religious texts from different faiths including Christianity (Romans 8:28), Islam (Qur'an 3-140) and Judaism (Berakhot 4a). It also finds similarities to Eastern spiritual beliefs such as Taoism which postulates an underlying resonance between the universe and human existence known as 'wu-wei'. Thus while some people would see certain occurrences as mere coincidences based on their own limited perspective, those who trust in this ultimate source often believe them to be guided moments given so individuals might reach their true destiny paths. Because of th...

 A peaceful and successful marriage doesn't just happened, you must work for it to happen. Majority of people devote their time and energy to the success of their business, they never realised that even to succeed in marriage required more energy than what is given to business success. From my years of over four decades practical experience in this institution called marriage , I discovered, it is a training school where you keep on learning new things every time, you never graduate from it till one lives this earth. I discovered what was missing in majority of marriages that is bringing rancour, separation and divorce. That one thing which is the solid blocks for the foundation of a successful marriage is vision.People will never enter into business deal without setting their vision for the business but not their marriages . I came from a polygamous set up where I witnessed marriage abuse between my parent, the competition among wives , step brothers and sisters. From that y...

  One thing we must know and hold on to as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ is that He is no more on the cross . Jesus Is Alive: Any picture that portrays Jesus Christ on the cross is not preaching the Gospel truth.  Jesus Christ died on the cross and rose up again because death has no power over Him. The Bible says in Romans 6:9, " knowing that Christ, having been raised from the dead, dies no more. Death no longer has dominion over Him." So it is enough to have only empty cross that symbolizes Christianity instead of having Jesus Christ still hanging there. The Bible says in 1 Corinthians 15:14 , " And if Christ is not risen, then our preaching is empty and your faith also is empty." No picture of Jesus or any other deity should be worshipped as an idol. Idolatry is prohibited in Deuteronomy 4:16, which states, " You shall not act corruptly and make for yourselves a carved image in the form of ANY figure." Such images include Jesus...

Have you ever gotten to a point in life where you start asking yourself if  there is God?. I have.  Let us be sincere, there is no perfect man on earth. There were times we've gotten to the tip of the cliff and it looks as if it is all over. Can you relate with that? Growing up as a Christian, I often felt worn down by the feeling of constantly waiting on God for everything. We  pray and it seemed like our prayers were never answered. Each year, nothing changed and the list of prayers just kept growing as requests from the last year continued to be added on. wondering what type of God gets enjoyment out of watching His beloved suffer, having to beg Him every single day for outcomes that He hardly ever provides?.I would plead and cry out, praying desperately during special services; asking why this was happening to me and begging for mercy even to asking for the forgiveness of my ancestors sins. sometimes I got so weary that I stopped altogether - not praying or caring abo...