Prayers for Abuja, Nigeria (Page 3)

  A Warning Against Hypocrisy

Luke 12
In the mean time, when there were gathered together an innumerable multitude of people, insomuch that they trode one upon another, he began to say unto his disciples first of all, Beware ye of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.  For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known.  Therefore whatsoever ye have spoken in darkness shall be heard in the light; and that which ye have spoken in the ear in closets shall be proclaimed upon the housetops.  And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do.  But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.  Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God?  But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.  Also I say unto you, Whosoever shall confess me before men, him shall the Son of man also confess before the angels of God: But he that denieth me before men shall be denied before the angels of God.  And whosoever shall speak a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but unto him that blasphemeth against the Holy Ghost it shall not be forgiven.  And when they bring you unto the synagogues, and unto magistrates, and powers, take ye no thought how or what thing ye shall answer, or what ye shall say: For the Holy Ghost shall teach you in the same hour what ye ought to say.

O Lord,
We give you honor, glory and praise for all things.  There are times when it seems nothing is happening at all, but you have promised in your word that all things work together for good for those that love you.  Father God, we love you with all our heart, all our mind and all our soul. Jehovah, you are very faithful to us, even we are not faithful to you.  I watched one nice movie which brought out the question, are you a profitable servant of God or an unprofitable servant of God?  Dear Jesus, we want to be profitable always.  Let us listen to the advice you give us, not only listen but do.  Step out on faith and just do it.  Since you're telling us to, everything will work out the way it is suppose to.  Lord, we thank you that some of those who partook in the recent Abuja bombing have been caught.  Lord, let these be the actual one, who can lead to the other, so that they are all found, caught and brought to justice, in Jesus name.  We are grateful Father God.  Thank you for answering our prayers, in the name of Jesus Christ. 

Posted: at 30-08-2011 08:41 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming

Proverbs 21

The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.  Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.  To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice. An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.  The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.  The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.  The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them; because they refuse to do judgment.  The way of man is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.  It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.  The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes.  When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.  The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.  Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.  A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.  It is joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.  The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead.  He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.  The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright.  It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.  There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.  He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.  A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.  Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.  Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.  The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.  He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.  The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind?  A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.  A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way.  There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.  The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.

Merciful and gracious God,
We thank you for blessing us to see a new month.  Lord, today we lift of t he youth in Abuja.  All the ones that are called to be leaders in the near futher.  We pray that they choose to follow your ways dear God, so that the positive change everyone is hoping for comes to pass in Jesus name.  We lift up each and every one of them, you know who they are by name and cover them in the blood of Jesus.  In their coming and going, please place extra angels around them to protect them from hurt and harm.  Heavenly Father, let their desire be to fulfill the divine purpose you have for their life, in Jeus name.  Thank you Father for hearing and answering our prayers in Jesus' name, amen. [/b]

Posted: at 1-09-2011 08:09 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming

i will pray for the entire nation

Posted: at 2-09-2011 09:04 PM (12 years ago) | Grande Master

I'd pray for the whole world if I thought it was worth trying.

Posted: at 4-09-2011 12:32 AM (12 years ago) | Gistmaniac

Psalm 32
A psalm[a] of David.

 1 Oh, what joy for those
      whose disobedience is forgiven,
      whose sin is put out of sight!
 2 Yes, what joy for those
      whose record the Lord has cleared of guilt,
      whose lives are lived in complete honesty!
 3 When I refused to confess my sin,
      my body wasted away,
      and I groaned all day long.
 4 Day and night your hand of discipline was heavy on me.
      My strength evaporated like water in the summer heat.
                         Interlude

 5 Finally, I confessed all my sins to you
      and stopped trying to hide my guilt.
   I said to myself, “I will confess my rebellion to the Lord.”
      And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone.
                         Interlude


 6 Therefore, let all the godly pray to you while there is still time,
      that they may not drown in the floodwaters of judgment.
 7 For you are my hiding place;
      you protect me from trouble.
      You surround me with songs of victory.
                         Interlude


 8 The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.
      I will advise you and watch over you.
 9 Do not be like a senseless horse or mule
      that needs a bit and bridle to keep it under control.”

 10 Many sorrows come to the wicked,
      but unfailing love surrounds those who trust the Lord.
 11 So rejoice in the Lord and be glad, all you who obey him!
      Shout for joy, all you whose hearts are pure!


Jehovah,
Your word is so precious.  Thank you for loving us and keepings us as you do.  What great promises you have for your people.  We receive them all in Jesus name, amen.[/b] 

Posted: at 4-09-2011 12:41 AM (12 years ago) | Upcoming

Psalm 112

Praise the Lord!  How joyful are those who fear the Lord and delight in obeying his commands.  Their children will be successful everywhere; an entire generation of godly people will be blessed.  They themselves will be wealthy,  and their good deeds will last forever.   Light shines in the darkness for the godly.  They are generous, compassionate, and righteous.  Good comes to those who lend money generously and conduct their business fairly.  Such people will not be overcome by evil.  Those who are righteous will be long remembered.  They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.

They are confident and fearless and can face their foes triumphantly.  They share freely and give generously to those in need.  Their good deeds will be remembered forever.  They will have influence and honor.  The wicked will see this and be infuriated.  They will grind their teeth in anger; they will slink away, their hopes thwarted.

 
Supreme God,
Thank you for the blessings you bestow upon us everyday.  We are ever so grateful.  Lord please forgive us our sins in Jesus name.  You are a great God, a wonderful God and all good comes from you.  Lord we pray for the widows throughout the land and that all their needs be met in Jesus name.  Glory be to God for only he is worthy to be praised.  Thank you Jehovah for hearing and answering our prayer in Jesus marvelous name, amen.  

Posted: at 4-09-2011 07:18 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming

One-Minute Nigerian Christian Movie Gist

Unprofitable Servant:  
This was actually part play and part movie...quite interesting.  I watched this movie a short time ago and mentioned some of it's content in a prayer here.  The play touched some very good points.  As Christians, we all hope to be profitable servants.  When Christians do something they are not suppose to or don't do something they are suppose to, it has an affect.  God gives tasks for each of us to carryout.  It is for our good and at the same time for the good of others.  But, if we choose not to carryout the task for whatever reason; God will give the task to another believer.  The play gave an excellent demonstration of how satan and his demons talk in peoples ears to influence them to do things that can hurt and/or kill them.  Once the person acted on what the demon said...the demon just laughed at the person.  One true born again Christian named Deborah, binded satan/demons in Jesus name to stop fast their evil talking, influence and assignment that was meant to keep her from doing what God told her to do.  Those ones who trust God and does what he instructed, no matter how the sitation looked were named profitable servants and truly blessed. 

Matthew 25:1-13
Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.  They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them: But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.  While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.  Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.  And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out.  But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.  And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut.  Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.  But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.  Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.

O God of our salvation,
Please forgive us all our sins.  Sometimes we get so wrapped up in these temporary things on earth that we loose focus.  Even, we began to place priority on things that do not matter at all in the big picture of life.  People matter and we as your people are suppose to be about kingdom business...Your business.  We ask that you help us root the things out of our lives that are not suppose to be there...in Jesus name.  Continued strength, love, peace and protection to your people in Abuja, Nigeria and everywhere.  All in Jesus name we pray, amen. 

Posted: at 6-09-2011 05:16 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming

There was a girl who a Christian, who was friends with a girl who was not a Christian.  They were very close.  God had placed it on the Christian's heart to tell her friend about Jesus Christ.  But, because of their closeness, the Christian was afraid that if she began to tell her friend about Jesus, it will cause the girl to not want to be friends with her again.  So, the Christian put off telling her friend about the salvation of Jesus Christ.  One evening the Christian said to herself, "how can I say that I care about and love my friend if I do not tell her about the salvation of Christ?"   Before going to bed that night, the Christian determined that tomorrow, no matter what, she was going to tell her friend about the salvation of Jesus. 
 
That night, the Christian had a dream.  In her dream, she heard her friend crying out to her saying, "why didn't you tell me?"  Then, the Christian saw the flames and could see that her friend was in hell.  The friend told the Christian, "you never loved or cared for me, if you did, you would have told me about this place."  "You would have told me about Jesus."  "Why didn't you tell me?"  "Why didn't you tell me?"  The Christian woke from the dream in a sweat.  She looked around and saw it was already morning, so she immediately went to the telephone to call her friend.  The Christian said, hello and asked to speak to her friend.  The friend's mother had answered the phone but there was a silence.  The friend's mom now said, I'm sorry to have to say but my daughter...your friend died in an automobile accident last night. 
 
I do not recall the title, but this was one of the Chick tracts that I read and has served as a reminder ever since.  Who ever God sends across my path, has been sent for a reason; or my crossing others path is for a reason.  So, whatever God places on my heart to share with the person, I do it, even if it doesn't seem to make sense to me.  It may make perfect sense to the person sooner or later. 
 
Here is what I have found regarding Jack Chick of Jack Chick Publication:
 
Jack Chick has addressed many topics in his tracts.  He has covered the subject of the theory of evolution, Bible prophecy, the occult, Roman Catholics, Islam and the qu'ran, Mormons-Latter Day Saints, abortion, homosegxwality, rock music, Jehovah witnesses, demon possession, Harry Potter, communism, mystical and new age beliefs, Wicca, feminists, pagans, satanism, masonic masons, atheism, Jews, witchcraft, dungeons and dragons, astrology, Ouija boards, KKK, black helicopters, Buddhism, secular worldview, Halloween, Santa Clause, Easter Bunny, political correctness, one world government, Illuminati, the Mafia, the last generation and many more. 
 
Some said his comics are racist.  If he the tract is in an Asian language, the people will be Asian and so on.  Most of what I found was written by those Jack Chick has written about.  Many believe he is anti-catholic. Others write that he uses stereotypes, that he makes whites look normal and other others look evil, some say the things he says are misleading.  Some voiced the things he says slanderous and fails to explain what is meant in some of his tracks which might leave some confused. 
 
Jack Chick is considered the most published comic book author in the world. Some say that his style is hard and equivalent to the fire and brimstone preaching in done early years. One said that Jack Chick is in the world of non-learned evangelicals. It is said that Chick Publications have distributed over 500,000,000 tracts worldwide.
 
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It was noted that Jack Chick was born in 1924.  As a kid, Jack Chick loved to draw, though was not religious.  He went on to high school or secondary school, then won a scholarship to a California Playhouse but was drafted into the military for about three years. While in the military, he traveled to New Guinea, Australia, the Philippines and Japan.  After the military, he married his wife Lynn, who aided in his salvation.  He became a professional cartoonist but now as a Christian wanted to use his talent to serve God. 
 
Jack Chick wrote that, he went to church and saw all the deadness and hypocrisy, and  thought, that’s why there’s no revival.  So I started making these little sketches. Borrowed money to write his first printing of Why No Revival?  Chick Publication officially formed in 1970.  At first, Jack Chick wrote and did the comic drawings.  But, it is said in 1972, he hired another artist named Fred Carter.  Fred Carter, who is reported to be African-American and did the comics in the tracts anonymously until 1980.  The most popular tract, THIS WAS YOUR LIFE, has been translated into approximately 100 languages.  Jack Chick's wife and love of 50 years passed away in 1998.  Jack Chick continued in his ministry.  Jack Chick has produced a movie titled, The Light of the World, which can be found on www.youtube.com.   
 
I found a picture where it said possibly Jack Chick from years earlier.  I could find no recent pictures or any pictures that firmly stated with certainty that it was Jack Chick. I read, Jack Chick does not have any pictures or photos available because of the numerous threats against his life from the many groups he has written about.  Though one, who was aware why there are no pictures of Jack Chick publicly available, had a drawing done of Jack Chick.  It is suppose to be a drawing of what he looks like now and is available online. It was stated that Chick Publications rarely granted tours for the same safety reasons. 
 
Jack Chick, by many are known as a controversial American evangelical Christian cartoonist, who publishes fundamentalist Christian tracts and comic books. 
 
Alot of the the biographical information was available on Jack Chick's website.  I found no information including Jack Chick in any scandals or such online.  Most of the information written are by others.  Alot of people do support Chick tracts, and many missionaries share the tracts even today.  But, many do not support Chick tracts. 
 
As I shared in the Prayers for Lagos post, I have only seen certain tracts when I was a kid which presented the gospel of salvation is a basic and simple way.  During this recent time, I have read some of the other tracts.  I can see how groups might take offense to what is being said and in the way it is being shared.
 
I can say that the Chick tracts that I was exposed to, which included, This Was Your Life, did not include any controversy.  With what's available, one has to make a decision to support or not support what they read from Chick Publications.  As for me, the Chick tracts that I read as a kid, I support.  I have only been able to find a few of them as an adult, but I found no controversy in them.  And those tracts I've found as an adult, I have shared personally with others.  I will not share them through this type medium or on 9japals.  Although, I will continue what I have always been doing and that is share them face to face, where I and/or my pastor is available to assist in answering questions that may come.  So many of the tracts are available at Chick Publications website.  I am still currently reading through them.  Please, share your own opinion? 
 
 
After writing the above, this scripture came to mind.  Luke 6:43-45 reads:
A good tree can't produce bad fruit, and a bad tree can't produce good fruit.  A tree is identified by the kind of fruit it produces.  Figs never grow on thornbushes or grapes on bramble bushes.  A good person produces good deeds from a good heart, and an evil person produces evil deeds from an evil heart.  Whatever is in your heart determines what you say.

Almighty God,
Let us do your will always but let us also do it in love.  It is important eternally that those who do not know you be reached in time, Lord, let us remain compassionate as you were.  You do not force us, nor should we try to force others.  Your Holy Spirit is here and each person has to make a personal decision to have a relationship with you or not.  We pray that the veil be removed from their eyes in Jesus name and that their hearts be softened to hear and receive your word.  We pray all in Jesus name, amen. 

Posted: at 8-09-2011 06:15 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming

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Posted: at 11-09-2011 06:39 AM (12 years ago) | Newbie

Thanks, there's alot of good ones.  I like this one:

"Life's an Ocean Sail It". 

Posted: at 11-09-2011 09:43 PM (12 years ago) | Upcoming