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Prayer Purity

  “For every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused if it is received with thanksgiving; for it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.” ‭‭I Timothy‬ ‭4:4-5‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ There is no doubt about the fact that those who are often quick to engage in jungle justice against their fellow men are extremely disturbed by their perception of the victim’s actions and not the actions of his Creator. Otherwise, everyone will always know and act appropriately to the revelation “ For every creature of God is good” . This revelation about the work of God does not cancel the fact of wickedness about the works of man; but conveys the truth towards freedom and salvation from wickedness. Unfortunately, even amidst those who claim redemption from sin and slavery, the perceived acts of wickedness, unrighteousness, and disobedience from their fellow men are often melted with a reactive anger, bitterness, and revenge. Whereas, humanity will always be a piece of work under the influence of ...

Exemplary Exchanges

  “Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” ‭‭I Timothy‬ ‭4:12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ Talking about the priceless quality of experience and maturity in leadership, exemplary youth are not necessarily indicted for their lack of desirable qualities. Rather, youth are often inquired for failure to stand up in defence of their leadership potential. For the youthful Timothy, responding to the intimidating exchanges from the elders will lead to bad leadership examples. Unfortunately, youth that have bought this intimidation have readily become emotionally unstable in their charismatic leadership styles. Whereas, exemplary exchanges depend on believers’ consistency in the expression of gracious word; the extension of godly conduct; the envelope by the lifestyle of love; and the example of leadership through the spirit, faith and purity. After all intimidating exchanges in life, only good and godly leaders can remai...