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GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU 

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GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU: YOU NEED NOT LIVE IN WORRY NOR BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING! 

“Be ANXIOUS for NOTHING, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the PEACE of God, which SURPASSES [TRANSCENDS], all UNDERSTANDING, will GUARD your HEARTS and MINDS through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4:6-7/Emphasis Mine. 

The year has just began – to some it’s with excitement and to another with confusion. Herein are some but not limited questions to ponder upon, and if applicable, you have to address for your good and goodness, in order to win the year graciously and gracefully as God’s intent for you: 

  • Are you ANXIOUS in life for today or probably for your tomorrow? 
  • Are you OVERWHELMED with WORRIES? 
  • Do you think you are LOSING the plot of life? 
  • Do you think you are at the VERGE of life, and NOTHING is there for you in the DAWN YEAR? 

Beloved in Christ Jesus, you don’t have to GIVE UP so soon, for you are God’s OWN, His SHOWCASE and SHOWROOM ambassador and representative to authenticate and enact that His REDEMPTION plan in Christ Jesus for you on earth, is real for today, tomorrow and forevermore as in the holy writs. Amen.  

“Jesus Christ THE SAME yesterday, and today, and forever” Hebrews 13:8. 

“Therefore, if ANYONE is in Christ, he is a NEW CREATION; old things have passed away; behold, all things have BECOME NEW. 18 Now all things are of God, who has RECONCILED us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has GIVEN us THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION, 19 that is, that God was in Christ RECONCILING the world to Himself, NOT IMPUTING their trespasses to them, and has committed to us THE WORD OF RECONCILIATION. 20 Now then, we are AMBASSADORS for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be RECONCILED to God. 21 For He MADE Him who KNEW NO SIN TO BE SIN FOR US, that we MIGHT BECOME the RIGHTEOUSNESS of God in Him” 2 Corinthians 5:17-21/NKJV. 

And, the dawn YEAR is of POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT in Christ Jesus stead for you in God’s BLESSEDNESS; and it’s to be enacted in the grace, wisdom and speed that our God provides and it’s to be taken by FAITH in Christ Jesus stead. Amen. 

“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). 

DO YOU KNOW WHY NOT WORRY AND BE ANXIOUS? 

It’s true that, to Worry and be anxious is real to human living under the sun, and its consequences sometimes is dire and can lead and make people go wearisome and depressed – resulting a lifelong emotional and physical illness. And for the born of God in Christ Jesus, to WORRY and be in ANXIOUS state is scripturally not permissible; it hinders the HEAVENLY ability to interfere for HELP in one’s EARTHLY affairs. It thus means, it shuts one’s good intent from being able to allow the access of the divine intent for accomplishments, in all set plan, purpose and pursuit. So, to being in a WORRY and ANXIOUS state is not permissible for you of God, if you MUST sail, soar and glide in God’s POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT to ensure a purposeful, meaningful and fulfilling life in the YEAR count. Therefore, Philippians 4:6-7 ADMONISHES us in this context: 

“Be ANXIOUS for NOTHING, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the PEACE of God, which SURPASSES all UNDERSTANDING, will GUARD your HEARTS and MINDS through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4:6-7. 

And for this above SCRIPTURAL TRUTH, know full well, that in God’s LOVED-WORLD, you are a PARTARKER of His LOVE and CARES. 2 Peter 1:3-4. I am so certain of God in His LOVINGKINDNESS and BLESSEDNESS, that you will be loaded daily with UNSPEAKABLE and INDESCRIBABLE joy in the dawn YEAR; for it is, in His love and care plan for you His family, in every way in Christ Jesus stead. Ephesians 3:14-15; John 3:16; Jeremiah 29:11; 1 Peter 5:6-7. And as you endeavour to live in the consciousness of God’s POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT in Christ Jesus stead, your HORN will be EXALTED in life and godliness. 

Also, God in His infinite nature has made a ready plan, purpose and pursuit for you to be happy and joyful in Him. For He has CROWNED the YEAR with His GOODNESS and FRUITFULNESS, such that you can THRIVE and BLOSSOM, have a COLOURFUL, PURPOSEFUL, MEANINGFUL and FULFILLING life in Him by Christ Jesus. Amen. 

THEREFORE, WORRY NOT OR BE ANXIOUS FOR ANYTHING – FOR GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU – IN HIS LOVED FILLED WORLD – IN CHRIST JESUS STEAD. AMEN. 

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK. 

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHT WORTH MEDITATING: 

“Therefore I tell you, stop BEING WORRIED or ANXIOUS (perpetually uneasy, distracted) about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, as to what you will wear. Is life not more than food, and the body more than clothing? . . . 31 Therefore DO NOT WORRY OR BE ANXIOUS (perpetually uneasy, distracted), saying, ‘What are we going to eat?’ or ‘What are we going to drink?’ or ‘What are we going to wear?’ . . . 34 “SO DO NOT WORRY about tomorrow; for tomorrow will WORRY about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own” Matthew 6:25-34 (Amplified). 

“DO NOT BE ANXIOUS OR WORRIED about anything, but in EVERYTHING [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 7 And the PEACE of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which TRANSCENDS all understanding, [that peace which] stands GUARD over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours]” Philippians 4:6-7 (Amplified). 

“I know the PLANS I have for you,” declares the Lord, “PLANS to PROSPER you and not to harm you, PLANS to give you Hope and a FUTURE” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV). 

“Thou CROWNEST the YEAR with thy GOODNESS; and thy paths drop fatness (ABUNDANCE, FRUITFULNESS) . . .” Psalms 65:11-13 (Emphasis Mine). 

“GRACE and PEACE be MULTIPLIED unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, 3 ACCORDING as his DIVINE POWER hath GIVEN unto us all things that PERTAIN unto LIFE and GODLINESS, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: 4 whereby are GIVEN unto us exceeding GREAT and PRECIOUS promises: that by these ye might be PARTAKERS of the DIVINE NATURE, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust” 2 Peter 1:2-4. 

“For God so LOVED the WORLD, that he GAVE his only begotten Son, that whosoever BELIEVETH in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16. 

“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. 6 For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. 8 But GOD COMMENDETH HIS LOVE TOWARD US, in that, while we were YET sinners, Christ DIED for us” Romans 5:5-8. 

“The EARTH is the Lord’s, and the FULNESS thereof; the world, and they that DWELL therein” Psalms 24:1. 

Further Scriptural Reading: 3 John 2; John 10:10; 2 Timothy 1:7; Psalms 43:1-7; Matthew 6:25-34; Luke 12:22-34. 

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

GREED AND COVETOUSNESS – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”

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GREED AND COVETOUSNESS – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”: THE THREE MAJOR CAUSES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS!

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10/Emphasis Mine.

Money (Finance) is a de facto medium of exchange. On its own, it’s not EVIL or an EVIL or the ROOT of EVIL or ROOT of all EVIL as some acclaimed; but it is ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ and to simply say – “THE LOVE OF THE MONEY” on itself, is the ROOT of ALL EVIL.

Money is GOOD. It’s a great means of defence that answers and it’s answering man’s QUEST in doing life, especially when diligently, wisely and prudently obtained and expended without prejudice, sentiments and dissimulation.

However, ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ has some CAUSES and side EFFECTS especially when obtained by GREED and COVETEOUSNESS.

Herein are THREE WARNING SIGNS in order not to be in a position of being captivated and enslaved by – THE LOVE OF MONEY – that’s obtained by GREED and COVETOUSNESS and such like:

  1. It causes WORRY: Lack of Sleep – sleepless moments when the balance sheet is not meeting expectations or overwhelmingly breaking your set point.

“The SLEEP of a LABOURING man is SWEET, whether he eat little or much: BUT THE ABUNDANCE OF THE RICH WILL NOT SUFFER HIM TO SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12.

“The SLEEP of a WORKING man is SWEET, whether he eats little or much; BUT THE FULL STOMACH (GREED) OF THE RICH [WHO HUNGERS FOR EVEN MORE] WILL NOT LET HIM SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12/Amplified.

  1. It causes DISSATISFACTIONS: It allows greediness and covetousness to breed in all forms, thereby create discomfort and unhealthy sphere.

“He that LOVETH SILVER shall not be SATISFIED with SILVER; nor he that LOVETH ABUNDANCE with INCREASE: this is also vanity” Ecclesiastes 5:10.

“He who LOVES MONEY will not be SATISFIED with MONEY, nor he who LOVES ABUNDANCE with its GAIN. This too is VANITY (EMPTINESS)” Ecclesiastes 5:10/Amplified

  1. It causes TEMPTATION: It allows and leads to the breaking of SET RULES and REGULATIONS, even the STATUTORY law, in order to get and acquire more at any cost – which many have become accustomed.

“A FAITHFUL man shall ABOUND with blessings: BUT HE THAT MAKETH HASTE TO BE RICH SHALL NOT BE INNOCENT.  21 To have respect of persons is not good: FOR  A PIECE OF BREAD THAT MAN WILL TRANSGRESS. 22 He that HASTETH TO BE RICH hath AN EVIL EYE, and considereth not that POVERTY shall come upon him” Proverbs 28:20-22.

“The TRUSTWORTHY person will get a RICH reward, but A PERSON WHO WANTS QUICK RICHES WILL GET INTO TROUBLE. 21 Showing partiality is never good, YET SOME WILL DO WRONG FOR A MERE PIECE OF BREAD. 22 GREEDY PEOPLE TRY TO GET RICH QUICK but don’t realize they’re headed for poverty” Proverbs 28:20 NLT.

Money is good in itself when it’s made to serve or be a servant and not as lord to any and every vital and legal means of living and doing life. Make it your servant or errand tool only and not your life controller, then you will experience the PEACE of mind indescribable. With peace of mind one is able to be CONTENTED, live GODLY, and to keep temptation, worry – anxiety and dissatisfaction at bay.

I pray you will not be entangled in bondage as a money lover for a mere self and selfish gratifications at the expense of others, the rule of law, and the decency and order in and for the community.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10/Emphasis Mine.

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: BUT MONEY ANSWERETH ALL THINGS”/Ecclesiastes 10:19.

“If any man teach OTHERWISE, and consent not to WHOLESOME WORDS, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to GODLINESS; 4 he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, SUPPOSING that GAIN IS GODLINESS: from such WITHDRAW thyself. 6 But GODLINESS with CONTENTMENT is GREAT GAIN. 7 For we brought NOTHING into this world, and it is certain we can CARRY NOTHING OUT” 1 Timothy 6:3-7.

“But if anyone DOES NOT PROVIDE FOR HIS OWN, and especially for those of his HOUSEHOLD, he has DENIED THE FAITH and is WORSE THAN AN UNBELIEVER” 1 Timothy 5:8/NKJV

“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 7:11-12.

“And now, dear brothers and sisters, we give you this command in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: STAY AWAY FROM ALL BELIEVERS WHO LIVE IDLE LIVES AND DON’T FOLLOW THE TRADITION THEY RECEIVED FROM US. 7 For you know that you ought to IMITATE us. We were NOT IDLE when we were with you. 8 WE NEVER ACCEPTED FOOD FROM ANYONE WITHOUT PAYING FOR IT. We WORKED hard day and night so we would NOT BE A BURDEN to any of you. 9 We certainly had the right to ask you to feed us, but we wanted to give you an EXAMPLE to follow. 10 Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “THOSE UNWILLING TO WORK WILL NOT GET TO EAT.” 11 Yet we hear that some of you are LIVING IDLE LIVES, REFUSING TO WORK AND MEDDLING IN OTHER PEOPLE’S BUSINESS. 12 We COMMAND such people and urge them in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ to SETTLE DOWN AND WORK TO EARN THEIR OWN LIVING” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12/NLT.

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

THE “LOVE” OF MONEY

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THE “LOVE” OF MONEY: THREE MAJOR CAUSES AND THEIR SIDES EFFECT’S!

“For THE LOVE OF MONEY is the ROOT OF ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10/Emphasis Mine.

MONEY (Finance) is a DE FACTO medium of exchange. And “MONEY” on its merit, is not EVIL or an EVIL or the ROOT of EVIL or ROOT of all EVIL as some acclaim; but it is THE “LOVE OF MONEY”, that is what the ROOT of ALL EVIL thus indicate. Money is GOOD. It’s a great means of defence in life, when wisely and prudently expended.

“WISDOM along with an INHERITANCE is good. And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 12 For WISDOM is a protection even as MONEY is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of KNOWLEDGE is that WISDOM shields and preserves the lives of its possessors” Ecclesiastes 7:11-12/Amplified.

Money is good when it’s made to serve or be a servant and not made to be as lord to every vital and legal means of living and doing life. You have to make money a servant or an errand tool only, and not your life controller, for only then will you experience the PEACE of mind that’s indescribable and incomprehensible. With peace of mind, one is able to be CONTENT and LIVE GODLY, and to keep THE “LOVE OF MONEY” temptation at bay.

You must know and understand as God’s own that GAIN is not GODLINESS or equal to GODLINESS, but rather, that GODLINESS with CONTENTMENT, is a great GAIN as the Scripture enjoined.

“. . . 6 But GODLINESS actually is a SOURCE of GREAT GAIN when accompanied by CONTENTMENT [that contentment which comes from a sense of inner confidence based on the SUFFICIENCY of God]” 1 Timothy 6:3-6/Amplified.

And in as much as Money is good for the causes already explained, there’s a problem when one falls into the phase and sphere of – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”. For “THE LOVE OF MONEY” has some CAUSES and SIDES EFFECTS. And herein are THREE WARNING SIGNS to observe, in order not to be in a position of being captivated and enslaved by – “THE LOVE OF MONEY” syndromes:

  1. “THE LOVE OF MONEY” CAUSES WORRY: A lack of Sleep – sleeplessness moments, if and when the balance sheet is not meeting expectations or overwhelmingly breaking your set point.

“The sleep of a working man is sweet, whether he eats little or much; but the full stomach (greed) of the rich [who hungers for even more] WILL NOT LET HIM SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12/Amplified.

  1. “THE LOVE OF MONEY” CAUSES DISSATISFACTIONS: It allows and breeds greediness and covetousness.

“He who LOVES MONEY WILL NOT BE SATISFIED with MONEY, nor he who LOVES abundance with its GAIN. This too is vanity [emptiness]” Ecclesiastes 5:10.

  1. “THE LOVE OF MONEY” CAUSES TEMPTATION: It allows and leads to the BREAKING OF RULES, even THE LAW in order to get and acquire more at any cost irrespective of the underlying consequences.

“He that TILLETH HIS LAND shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after VAIN persons shall have poverty enough. 20 A FAITHFUL man shall abound with blessings: but he that MAKETH HASTE TO BE RICH SHALL NOT BE INNOCENT. 21 To have respect of persons is not good: FOR FOR A PIECE OF BREAD THAT MAN WILL TRANSGRESS. 22 He that HASTETH TO BE RICH HATH AN EVIL EYE, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him” Proverbs 28:19-22.

I pray you will not be entangled in bondage as a MONEY LOVER for mere self and selfish gratifications at – the EXPENSE of others, the decency and order of the RULE of law, the worth of living good to yourself, to family and to the community and to the nation you service.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10 (Emphasis Mine).

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: BUT MONEY ANSWERETH ALL THINGS” Ecclesiastes 10:19.

“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 7:11-12.

“. . . 3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, AND TO THE DOCTRINE WHICH IS ACCORDING TO GODLINESS; 4 he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that GAIN IS GODLINESS: from such withdraw thyself. 6 But GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT IS GREAT GAIN” 1 Timothy 6:1-6.

“But if any PROVIDE NOT for his own, and specially for those of his OWN house, he hath DENIED THE FAITH, and is WORSE than an INFIDEL (UNBELIEVER)” 1 Timothy 5:8.

“Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye WITHDRAW yourselves from every brother that WALKETH DISORDERLY, and not after the tradition which he received of us. 7 For yourselves know how ye ought to follow us: for we BEHAVED NOT OURSELVES DISORDERLY among you; 8 neither did we eat any man’s BREAD FOR NOUGHT; but wrought with LABOUR and travail night and day, that we might not be CHARGEABLE to any of you: 9 not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us. 10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, THAT IF ANY WOULD NOT WORK, NEITHER SHOULD HE EAT. 11 For we hear that there are some which walk among you DISORDERLY, working not at all, but are BUSYBODIES. 12 Now them that are such we COMMAND and EXHORT by our Lord Jesus Christ, that with quietness they WORK, and EAT their OWN bread” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12.

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU

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GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU: YOU NEED NOT LIVE IN WORRY NOR BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING!

“Be ANXIOUS for NOTHING, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the PEACE of God, which SURPASSES [TRANSCENDS], all UNDERSTANDING, will GUARD your HEARTS and MINDS through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4:6-7/Emphasis Mine.

The year has just begun – to some it’s with excitement and to another with confusion. Herein are some but not limited questions to ponder upon, and if applicable, you have to address for your good and goodness, in order to win the year graciously and gracefully as God’s intent for you:

** Are you ANXIOUS in life for today or probably for your tomorrow?

** Are you being OVERWHELMED with WORRIES?

** Do you think you are LOOSING the plot of life?

** Do you think you are at the VERGE of life, and NOTHING is there for you in the DAWN YEAR?

Beloved in Christ Jesus, you don’t have to GIVE UP so soon, for you are God’s OWN, His SHOWCASE and SHOWROOM ambassador and representative to authenticate and enact that His REDEMPTION plan in Christ Jesus for you on earth, is real for today, tomorrow and forevermore as in the holy writs. Amen.

“Jesus Christ THE SAME yesterday, and today, and for ever” Hebrews 13:8.

“Therefore, if ANYONE is in Christ, he is a NEW CREATION; old things have passed away; behold, all things have BECOME NEW. 18 Now all things are of God, who has RECONCILED us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has GIVEN us THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION, 19 that is, that God was in Christ RECONCILING the world to Himself, NOT IMPUTING their trespasses to them, and has committed to us THE WORD OF RECONCILIATION. 20 Now then, we are AMBASSADORS for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be RECONCILED to God. 21 For He MADE Him who KNEW NO SIN TO BE SIN FOR US, that we MIGHT BECOME the RIGHTEOUSNESS of God in Him” 2 Corinthians 5:17-21/NKJV.

And, the dawn YEAR is of POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT in Christ Jesus stead for you in God’s BLESSEDNESS; and it’s to be enacted in the grace, wisdom and speed that our God provides and it’s to be taken by FAITH in Christ Jesus stead. Amen.

“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).

DO YOU KNOW WHY NOT WORRY AND BE ANXIOUS?

It’s true that, to Worry and be anxious is real to human living under the sun and its consequences sometimes is dire and can lead and make people go wearisome and depression – resulting a lifelong emotional and physical illness. And for the born of God in Christ Jesus, to WORRY and be in ANXIOUS state is scripturally not permissible; it hinders the HEAVENLY ability to interferes for HELP in one’s EARTHLY affairs. It thus means, it shut one’s good intent from being able to allow the access of the divine intent for accomplishments, in all set plan, purpose and pursuit. So, to being in a WORRY and ANXIOUS state is not permissible for you of God, if you MUST sail, soar and glide in God’s POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT to ensure a purposeful, meaningful and fulfilling life in the YEAR count. Therefore, Philippians 4:6-7 ADMONISHES us in this context:

“Be ANXIOUS for NOTHING, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the PEACE of God, which SURPASSES all UNDERSTANDING, will GUARD your HEARTS and MINDS through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4:6-7.

And for this above SCRIPTURAL TRUTH, know full well, that in God’s LOVED-WORLD, you are a PARTARKER of His LOVE and CARES. 2 Peter 1:3-4. I am so certain of God in His LOVINGKINDNESS and BLESSEDNESS, that you will be loaded daily with UNSPEAKABLE and INDESCRIBABLE joy in the dawn YEAR; for it is, in His love and care plan for you His family, in everyway in Christ Jesus stead. Ephesians 3:14-15; John 3:16; Jeremiah 29:11; 1 Peter 5:6-7. And as you endeavour to live in the consciousness of God’s POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT in Christ Jesus stead, your HORN will be EXALTED in life and godliness.

Also, God in His infinite nature has made a ready plan, purpose and pursuit for you to be happy and joyful in Him. For He has CROWNED the YEAR with His GOODNESS and FRUITFULNESS, such that you can THRIVE and BLOSSOM, have a COLOURFUL, PURPOSEFUL, MEANINGFUL and FULFILLING life in Him by Christ Jesus. Amen.

THEREFORE, WORRY NOT OR BE ANXIOUS FOR ANYTHING – FOR GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU – IN HIS LOVED FILLED WORLD – IN CHRIST JESUS STEAD. AMEN.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHT WORTH MEDITATING:

“Therefore I tell you, stop BEING WORRIED or ANXIOUS (perpetually uneasy, distracted) about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, as to what you will wear. Is life not more than food, and the body more than clothing? . . . 31 Therefore DO NOT WORRY OR BE ANXIOUS (perpetually uneasy, distracted), saying, ‘What are we going to eat?’ or ‘What are we going to drink?’ or ‘What are we going to wear?’ . . . 34 “SO DO NOT WORRY about tomorrow; for tomorrow will WORRY about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own” Matthew 6:25-34 (Amplified).

“DO NOT BE ANXIOUS OR WORRIED about anything, but in EVERYTHING [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 7 And the PEACE of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which TRANSCENDS all understanding, [that peace which] stands GUARD over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours]” Philippians 4:6-7 (Amplified).

“I know the PLANS I have for you,” declares the Lord, “PLANS to PROSPER you and not to harm you, PLANS to give you Hope and a FUTURE” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV).

“Thou CROWNEST the YEAR with thy GOODNESS; and thy paths drop fatness (ABUNDANCE, FRUITFULNESS) . . .” Psalms 65:11-13 (Emphasis Mine).

“GRACE and PEACE be MULTIPLIED unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, 3 ACCORDING as his DIVINE POWER hath GIVEN unto us all things that PERTAIN unto LIFE and GODLINESS, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: 4 whereby are GIVEN unto us exceeding GREAT and PRECIOUS promises: that by these ye might be PARTAKERS of the DIVINE NATURE, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust” 2 Peter 1:2-4.

“For God so LOVED the WORLD, that he GAVE his only begotten Son, that whosoever BELIEVETH in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16.

“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. 6 For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. 8 But GOD COMMENDETH HIS LOVE TOWARD US, in that, while we were YET sinners, Christ DIED for us” Romans 5:5-8.

“The EARTH is the Lord’s, and the FULNESS thereof; the world, and they that DWELL therein” Psalms 24:1.

Further Scriptural Reading: 3 John 2; John 10:10; 2 Timothy 1:7; Psalms 43:1-7; Matthew 6:25-34; Luke 12:22-34.

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

DARE TO LIVE AND BECOME BY FAITH

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DARE TO LIVE AND BECOME BY FAITH: CREATE NO RECIPE FOR FEAR AND WORRY IN THE DAWN CROWN YEAR!

“For God hath not GIVEN us the spirit of FEAR; but of POWER, and of LOVE, and of a SOUND MIND” 2 Timothy 1:7.

“You CROWN the year with Your GOODNESS, And Your PATHS drip with ABUNDANCE. 12 They drop on the PASTURES of the wilderness, And the little hills rejoice on every side. 13 The PASTURES are clothed with flocks; The VALLEYS also are covered with grain; They shout for joy, they also sing” Psalms 65:11-13/NKJV

In this dawn year and month that the Lord has made [Psalms 128:24], it’s your time to consciously and intentionally resolved to live by faith that overcome the world and it’s systems [1 John 5:4-5], and not to live by fear and worry; you have to dare to live and become by faith, because He who RULES and REIGNS in the Kingdom of men is your God. And by Him you can live the CHRISTLIKENESS [Being CHRISTLIKE] that enables you to thrive in BLESSEDNESS in Christ Jesus stead. Amen. And by redemption we had secured VICTORY and TRIUMPH in Christ Jesus, in God the Father, over the spirit of fear and its effects, in all phases of doing life and living godly.

“Forasmuch then as the children are PARTAKERS of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise TOOK PART of the SAME; that through death he might DESTROY him that had the POWER of death, that is, the devil; 15 And DELIVER them who through FEAR of death were all their LIFETIME SUBJECT to BONDAGE” Hebrews 2:14-15.

You must DARE to start your DAWN life in the dawn year and months that will be evolved, on a very high note. It’s time to DARE all FEAR PHOBIAS by the FAITH that’s born in your inner spirit being, of the grace and BLESSEDNESS of God, that LIVES within you. This is the only way to BECOME and BE what God in Christ Jesus has made you to BECOME in REDEMPTION, especially now in of being CHRISTLIKE – CHRISTLIKENESS in all that pertains to doing life and living godly.

You must ARISE in GRACE upon the STAND wherein you are JUSTIFIED, and then DARE your FEAR with FAITH in God, as inspired, revealed and empowered by the Holy Spirit in the WORD; this stead and stand will enhance your NOW – TODAY and set your TOMORROW ready for an ONWARD and UPWARD trajectory ALTITUDE.

“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” Romans 5:1-2.

Taking the standby grace upon the justified status in redemption by FAITH, is to help ensure and to assure us that FEAR of any kind must submit to you because of your being TRIUMPHANT in EVERY PLACE IN CHRIST JESUS; as such, these likely characteristics of fear and its effects, needs to be checked before one is overwhelmed by its presence:

** FEAR is the enemy and cohorts POLICING OFFICER – that is – the policing vehicle of darkness at war to captivate your FAITH of becoming whom God has made you to be.

** FEAR has the enabling tact of robbing one of the potentials and the purpose of accomplishment and fulfilment.

** FEAR creates insecurity, it captivates, robs one of self-esteem, self-defense, self-Worth and dignity.

** FEAR has the capacity to destroy life vision and mission.

** FEAR can cripple and paralyse you, rob you of hope, faith and love in life and godly living. For it intimidates and makes you inferior or with inferiority complex.

** FEAR can eventually lead to the death of anything be it human or projects, relationships, business and such likes.

The only way to police fear and keep fear at bay, that is, where it belongs is by FAITH. FAITH  built on the WORD of God. For FAITH is acting correspondingly on whom and what you POSSIBLY BELIEVE on the WORD of God in Christ Jesus. When you BELIEVE in the possibility that God can make you better and great; and you BELIEVE in the cause and course of God’s WORD to make you better and great: For FEAR will always disappears, whenever FAITH shows up as one that has come to take it’s place in you in full. Know for sure that anytime and whenever Faith shows up, Fear is paralyzed and crippled from functioning.

“Herein is our LOVE made PERFECT [MATURED, COMPLETE, WHOLE], that we may have BOLDNESS in the day of judgment: because as HE IS, SO ARE WE in this world. 18 THERE IS NO FEAR IN LOVE; BUT PERFECT LOVE CASTETH OUT FEAR: BECAUSE FEAR HATH TORMENT. He that FEARETH is not made PERFECT [MATURED, COMPLETE, WHOLE] in LOVE” 1 John 4:17-18.

For FAITH is the VICTORY to TRIUMPH in the world of daily fears, worries and insecurity. FAITH is the VICTORY to TRIUMPH for the Security and Self-Worth of who you are in God by Christ Jesus. FAITH is the VICTORY to TRIUMPH is important, as it’s built upon the LOVE of God that lubricates the operation [Galatians 5:6]. FAITH is the VICTORY to TRIUMPH in order to overcome the fears that’s psychological and emotional in many ways towards us, especially on matters of what to – EAT, DRINK and PUT ON, and such like. And God has dealt to everyone THE MEASURE of FAITH by His GRACE to live life triumphantly and wholly in every way.

“For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous. 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.

“For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath DEALT to EVERY man THE MEASURE of FAITH” Romans 12:3.

“But unto EVERY ONE of us is GIVEN GRACE according to THE MEASURE of the gift of Christ” Ephesians 4:7.

Just for your assurance in ensuring BEING TRIUMPHANT is assured, that there are over 365 Scriptures of FEAR NOT in the Holy Writ – The BIBLE. And the scriptural assurance of the VICTORY and TRIUMPH over FEAR, thus indicate there’s a more than enough FEAR NOT scripture for each day; therefore, FEAR NOT, that’s the living and soaring spirit of the Eagle to rule and reign in DOMINION and EXALTATION for THE GREATER LIFE in Christ Jesus.

Beloved friend, in Christ Jesus, we had being made FREE from any form of FEAR phobia, by BECOMING human that we might be FREE indeed in Him. DARE NOW TO BECOME BY FAITH in the ASSUREDLY YEAR of BEING TRIUMPHANT IN EVERY PLACE IN CHRIST JESUS according to the SCRIPTURES. I therefore say again:

DARE your FEAR with the FAITH of the GRACE of God wherein you STAND in the same grace JUSTIFIED to have ACCESS to God that LOVES you and LIVES in you. This is the only way to BECOME and BE what God in Christ Jesus has made you BE in His REDEMPTION. Amen!

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For whatever is born of God OVERCOMES the WORLD. And this is the victory that has OVERCOME the WORLD — our FAITH. 5 Who is he who OVERCOMES the world, but he who BELIEVES that Jesus is the Son of God?” 1 John 5:4-5.

“For God hath not GIVEN us the spirit of FEAR; but of POWER, and of LOVE, and of a SOUND MIND” 2 Timothy 1:7.

“GIVING THANKS to the Father who has QUALIFIED us to be PARTAKERS of the INHERITANCE of the saints in the light. 13 He has DELIVERED us from the power of darkness and CONVEYED us into the kingdom of the Son of His love, 14 in whom we have REDEMPTION through His blood, the FORGIVENESS of sins” Colossians 1:12-14/NKJV.

“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.

“BLESSED be the Lord God of Israel; for he hath VISITED and REDEEMED his people . .  . 71 that we should be SAVED from our enemies, and from the hand of all that HATE us . . . 74 that he would grant unto us, that we being DELIVERED out of the hand of our ENEMIES might SERVE him WITHOUT FEAR, 75 in holiness and righteousness before him, ALL THE Days OF OUR LIFE” Luke 1:68-75.

Further Scriptural Reading For Meditation: Luke 1:68-75; Isaiah 49:24-26; Isaiah 43:1-7; Ephesians 1:7-8; Isaiah 54:14-17; Luke 12:4-7, 22-32.

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

 

GREED AND COVETOUSNESS – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”

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GREED AND COVETOUSNESS – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”: THE THREE MAJOR CAUSES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS!

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10/Emphasis Mine.

Money (Finance) is a de facto medium of exchange. On it’s own, it’s not EVIL or an EVIL or the ROOT of EVIL or ROOT of all EVIL as some acclaimed; but it is ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ and to simply say – “THE LOVE OF THE MONEY” on itself, is the ROOT of ALL EVIL.

Money is GOOD. It’s a great means of defence that answers and it’s answering man’s QUEST in doing life, especially when diligently, wisely and prudently obtained and expended without prejudice, sentiments and dissimulation.

However, ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ has some CAUSES and side EFFECTS especially when obtained by GREED and COVETEOUSNESS.

Herein are THREE WARNING SIGNS in order not to be in a position of being captivated and enslaved by – THE LOVE OF MONEY – that’s obtained by GREED and COVETOUSNESS and such like:

  1. It causes WORRY: A lack of Sleep – sleepless moments when the balance sheet is not meeting expectations or overwhelmingly breaking your set point.

“The SLEEP of a LABOURING man is SWEET, whether he eat little or much: BUT THE ABUNDANCE OF THE RICH WILL NOT SUFFER HIM TO SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12.

“The SLEEP of a WORKING man is SWEET, whether he eats little or much; BUT THE FULL STOMACH (GREED) OF THE RICH [WHO HUNGERS FOR EVEN MORE] WILL NOT LET HIM SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12/Amplified.

  1. It causes DISSATISFACTIONS: It allows greediness and covetousness to breed in all forms, thereby create discomfort and unhealthy sphere.

“He that LOVETH SILVER shall not be SATISFIED with SILVER; nor he that LOVETH ABUNDANCE with INCREASE: this is also vanity” Ecclesiastes 5:10.

“He who LOVES MONEY will not be SATISFIED with MONEY, nor he who LOVES ABUNDANCE with its GAIN. This too is VANITY (EMPTINESS)” Ecclesiastes 5:10/Amplified

  1. It causes TEMPTATION: It allows and leads to the breaking of SET RULES and REGULATIONS, even the STATUTORY law, in order to get and acquire more at any cost – which many have become accustomed.

“A FAITHFUL man shall ABOUND with blessings: BUT HE THAT MAKETH HASTE TO BE RICH SHALL NOT BE INNOCENT.  21 To have respect of persons is not good: FOR FOR A PIECE OF BREAD THAT MAN WILL TRANSGRESS. 22 He that HASTETH TO BE RICH hath AN EVIL EYE, and considereth not that POVERTY shall come upon him” Proverbs 28:20-22.

“The TRUSTWORTHY person will get a RICH reward, but A PERSON WHO WANTS QUICK RICHES WILL GET INTO TROUBLE. 21 Showing partiality is never good, YET SOME WILL DO WRONG FOR A MERE PIECE OF BREAD. 22 GREEDY PEOPLE TRY TO GET RICH QUICK but don’t realize they’re headed for poverty” Proverbs 28:20 NLT.

Money is good in itself when it’s made to serve or be a servant and not as lord to any and every vital and legal means of living and doing life. Make it your servant or errand tool only and not your life controller, then you will experience the PEACE of mind indescribable. With peace of mind one is able to be CONTENTED, live GODLY, and to keep temptation, worry – anxiety and dissatisfaction at bay.

I pray you will not be entangled in bondage as a money lover for a mere self and selfish gratifications at the expense of others, the rule of law, and the decency and order in and for the community.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10/Emphasis Mine.

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: BUT MONEY ANSWERETH ALL THINGS” Ecclesiastes 10:19.

“If any man teach OTHERWISE, and consent not to WHOLESOME WORDS, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to GODLINESS; 4 he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, SUPPOSING that GAIN IS GODLINESS: from such WITHDRAW thyself. 6 But GODLINESS with CONTENTMENT is GREAT GAIN. 7 For we brought NOTHING into this world, and it is certain we can CARRY NOTHING OUT” 1 Timothy 6:3-7.

“But if anyone DOES NOT PROVIDE FOR HIS OWN, and especially for those of his HOUSEHOLD, he has DENIED THE FAITH and is WORSE THAN AN UNBELIEVER” 1 Timothy 5:8/NKJV

“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 7:11-12.

“And now, dear brothers and sisters, we give you this command in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: STAY AWAY FROM ALL BELIEVERS WHO LIVE IDLE LIVES AND DON’T FOLLOW THE TRADITION THEY RECEIVED FROM US. 7 For you know that you ought to IMITATE us. We were NOT IDLE when we were with you. 8 WE NEVER ACCEPTED FOOD FROM ANYONE WITHOUT PAYING FOR IT. We WORKED hard day and night so we would NOT BE A BURDEN to any of you. 9 We certainly had the right to ask you to feed us, but we wanted to give you an EXAMPLE to follow. 10 Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “THOSE UNWILLING TO WORK WILL NOT GET TO EAT.” 11 Yet we hear that some of you are LIVING IDLE LIVES, REFUSING TO WORK AND MEDDLING IN OTHER PEOPLE’S BUSINESS. 12 We COMMAND such people and urge them in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ to SETTLE DOWN AND WORK TO EARN THEIR OWN LIVING” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12/NLT

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

THE “LOVE” OF MONEY

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THE “LOVE” OF MONEY: THREE MAJOR CAUSES AND THE SIDED EFFECTS!

“For THE LOVE OF MONEY is the ROOT OF ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10/Emphasis Mine.

MONEY (Finance) is a DE FACTO medium of exchange. And “MONEY” on its merit, it’s not EVIL or an EVIL or the ROOT of EVIL or ROOT of all EVIL as some acclaimed; but it is THE “LOVE OF MONEY”, that is what the ROOT of ALL EVIL thus indicate. Money is GOOD. It’s a great means of defence in life, when wisely and prudently expended.

“WISDOM along with an INHERITANCE is good. And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 12 For WISDOM is a protection even as MONEY is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of KNOWLEDGE is that WISDOM shields and preserves the lives of its possessors” Ecclesiastes 7:11-12/Amplified.

Money is good when it’s made to serve or be a servant and not made to be as lord to every vital and legal means of living and doing life. You have to make money a servant or an errand tool only, and not your life controller, for only then you will experience the PEACE of mind that’s indescribable and incomprehensible. With peace of mind one is able to be CONTENT and LIVE GODLY, and to keep THE “LOVE OF MONEY” temptation at bay.

You must know and understand as God’s own that GAIN is not GODLINESS or equal to GODLINESS, but rather, that GODLINESS with CONTENTMENT, is a great GAIN as the Scripture enjoined.

“. . . 6 But GODLINESS actually is a SOURCE of GREAT GAIN when accompanied by CONTENTMENT [that contentment which comes from a sense of inner confidence based on the SUFFICIENCY of God]” 1 Timothy 6:3-6/Amplified.

And in as much as Money is good for the causes already explained, there’s a problem when one falls into the phase and sphere of – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”. For “THE LOVE OF MONEY” has some CAUSED and SIDED EFFECTS. And herein are THREE WARNING SIGNS to observe, in order not to be in a position of being captivated and enslaved by – “THE LOVE OF MONEY” syndromes:

#1. “THE LOVE OF MONEY” CAUSED WORRY: A lack of Sleep – sleeplessness moments, if and when the balance sheet is not meeting expectations or overwhelmingly breaking your set point.

“The sleep of a working man is sweet, whether he eats little or much; but the full stomach (greed) of the rich [who hungers for even more] WILL NOT LET HIM SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12/Amplified.

#2. “THE LOVE OF MONEY” CAUSED DISSATISFACTIONS: It allows and breed greediness and covetousness.

“He who LOVES MONEY WILL NOT BE SATISFIED with MONEY, nor he who LOVES abundance with its GAIN. This too is vanity [emptiness]” Ecclesiastes 5:10.

#3. “THE LOVE OF MONEY” CAUSED TEMPTATION: It allows and leads to the BREAKING OF RULES, even THE LAW in order to get and acquire more at any cost irrespective of the underlying consequences.

“He that TILLETH HIS LAND shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after VAIN persons shall have poverty enough. 20 A FAITHFUL man shall abound with blessings: but he that MAKETH HASTE TO BE RICH SHALL NOT BE INNOCENT. 21 To have respect of persons is not good: FOR FOR A PIECE OF BREAD THAT MAN WILL TRANSGRESS. 22 He that HASTETH TO BE RICH HATH AN EVIL EYE, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him” Proverbs 28:19-22.

I pray you will not be entangled in bondage as a MONEY LOVER for a mere self and selfish gratifications at – the EXPENSE of others, the  decency and order of the RULE of law, the worth of living good to yourself, to family and to the community and to the nation you service.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10 (Emphasis Mine).

 “A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: BUT MONEY ANSWERETH ALL THINGS” Ecclesiastes 10:19.

“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 7:11-12.

“. . . 3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, AND TO THE DOCTRINE WHICH IS ACCORDING TO GODLINESS; 4 he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that GAIN IS GODLINESS: from such withdraw thyself. 6 But GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT IS GREAT GAIN” 1 Timothy 6:1-6.

“But if any PROVIDE NOT for his own, and specially for those of his OWN house, he hath DENIED THE FAITH, and is WORSE than an INFIDEL (UNBELIEVER)” 1 Timothy 5:8.

“Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye WITHDRAW yourselves from every brother that WALKETH DISORDERLY, and not after the tradition which he received of us. 7 For yourselves know how ye ought to follow us: for we BEHAVED NOT OURSELVES DISORDERLY among you; 8 neither did we eat any man’s BREAD FOR NOUGHT; but wrought with LABOUR and travail night and day, that we might not be CHARGEABLE to any of you: 9 not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us. 10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, THAT IF ANY WOULD NOT WORK, NEITHER SHOULD HE EAT. 11 For we hear that there are some which walk among you DISORDERLY, working not at all, but are BUSYBODIES. 12 Now them that are such we COMMAND and EXHORT by our Lord Jesus Christ, that with quietness they WORK, and EAT their OWN bread” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12.

REV.CHUKIE MORSI

FOR GOD LOVES AND CARES FOR YOU

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FOR GOD LOVES AND CARES FOR YOU: YOU NEED NOT LIVE IN WORRY NOR BE ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING!

** Are you ANXIOUS in life for today or probably for your tomorrow?

** Are you being OVERWHELMED with WORRIES?

** Do you think you are LOOSING the plot of life?

** Do you think you are at the VERGE of life and NOTHING is there for you in the DAWN YEAR?

Beloved in Christ Jesus, you don’t have to  GIVE UP so soon, for you are God’s OWN, His SHOWCASE and SHOWROOM ambassador and representative to authenticate and enact that His REDEMPTION plan in Christ Jesus for you on earth, is real for today, tomorrow and forevermore. Amen.

“Jesus Christ THE SAME yesterday, and to day, and for ever” Hebrews 13:8.

“Therefore, if ANYONE is in Christ, he is a NEW CREATION; old things have passed away; behold, all things have BECOME NEW. 18 Now all things are of God, who has RECONCILED us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has GIVEN us THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION, 19 that is, that God was in Christ RECONCILING the world to Himself, NOT IMPUTING their trespasses to them, and has committed to us THE WORD OF RECONCILIATION. 20 Now then, we are AMBASSADORS for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be RECONCILED to God. 21 For He MADE Him who KNEW NO SIN TO BE SIN FOR US, that we MIGHT BECOME the RIGHTEOUSNESS of God in Him” 2 Corinthians 5:17-21/NKJV.

And, the dawn YEAR is a POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT for you in God’s BLESSEDNESS; and it’s to be enacted in the grace, wisdom and speed that our God provides and it’s to be taken by FAITH in Christ Jesus stead. Amen.

“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).

DO YOU KNOW WHY NOT WORRY AND BE ANXIOUS?

It’s true that, to Worry and be anxious is real to human living under the sun and it’s consequences sometimes is dire and can lead and make people go wearisome and depression – resulting a lifelong emotional and physical illness. And for the born of God in Christ Jesus, to WORRY and be in ANXIOUS state is scripturally not permissible; it hinders the HEAVENLY ability to interferes for HELP in one’s EARTHLY affairs. It thus means, it shut ones good intent from being able to allow the access of the divine intent for accomplishments, in all set plan, purpose and pursuit. So, to being in a WORRY and ANXIOUS state is not permissible for you of God, if you MUST sail, soar and glide in God’s POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT to ensure a purposeful, meaningful and fulfilling life in the YEAR count. Therefore, Philippians 4:6-7 ADMONISHES us in this context:

“Be ANXIOUS for NOTHING, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the PEACE of God, which SURPASSES all UNDERSTANDING, will GUARD your HEARTS and MINDS through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4:6-7.

And for this above SCRIPTURAL TRUTH, know full well, that in God’s LOVED-WORLD, you are a PARTARKER of His LOVE and CARES. 2 Peter 1:3-4. I am so certain of God in His LOVINGKINDNESS and BLESSEDNESS, that you will be loaded daily with UNSPEAKABLE and INDESCRIBABLE joy in the dawn YEAR; for it is, in His love and care plan for you His family, in everyway in Christ Jesus stead. Ephesians 3:14-15; John 3:16; Jeremiah 29:11; 1 Peter 5:6-7. And as you endeavour to live in the consciousness of God’s POSSIBILITIES DEFAULT in Christ Jesus stead, your HORN will be EXALTED in life and godliness.

Also, God in His infinite nature has made a ready plan, purpose and pursuit for you to be happy and joyful in Him. For He has CROWNED the YEAR with His GOODNESS and FRUITFULNESS, such that you can THRIVE and BLOSSOM, have a COLOURFUL, PURPOSEFUL, MEANINGFUL and FULFILLING life in Him by Christ Jesus. Amen.

THEREFORE, WORRY NOT OR BE ANXIOUS FOR ANYTHING – FOR GOD LOVES YOU AND CARES FOR YOU – IN HIS LOVED FILLED WORLD – IN CHRIST JESUS STEAD. AMEN.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHT WORTH MEDITATING:

“Therefore I tell you, stop BEING WORRIED or ANXIOUS (perpetually uneasy, distracted) about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, as to what you will wear. Is life not more than food, and the body more than clothing? . . . 31 Therefore DO NOT WORRY OR BE ANXIOUS (perpetually uneasy, distracted), saying, ‘What are we going to eat?’ or ‘What are we going to drink?’ or ‘What are we going to wear?’ . . . 34 “SO DO NOT WORRY about tomorrow; for tomorrow will WORRY about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own” Matthew 6:25-34 (Amplified).

“DO NOT BE ANXIOUS OR WORRIED about anything, but in EVERYTHING [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 7 And the PEACE of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which TRANSCENDS all understanding, [that peace which] stands GUARD over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours]” Philippians 4:6-7 (Amplified).

“I know the PLANS I have for you,” declares the Lord, “PLANS to PROSPER you and not to harm you, PLANS to give you Hope and a FUTURE” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV).

“Thou CROWNEST the YEAR with thy GOODNESS; and thy paths drop fatness (ABUNDANCE, FRUITFULNESS) . . .” Psalms 65:11-13 (Emphasis Mine).

“GRACE and PEACE be MULTIPLIED unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, 3 ACCORDING as his DIVINE POWER hath GIVEN unto us all things that PERTAIN unto LIFE and GODLINESS, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: 4 whereby are GIVEN unto us exceeding GREAT and PRECIOUS promises: that by these ye might be PARTAKERS of the DIVINE NATURE, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust” 2 Peter 1:2-4.

“For God so LOVED the WORLD, that he GAVE his only begotten Son, that whosoever BELIEVETH in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16.

“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. 6 For when we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die. 8 But GOD COMMENDETH HIS LOVE TOWARD US, in that, while we were YET sinners, Christ DIED for us” Romans 5:5-8.

“The EARTH is the Lord’s, and the FULNESS thereof; the world, and they that DWELL therein” Psalms 24:1.

Further Scriptural Reading: 3 John 2; John 10:10; 2 Timothy 1:7; Psalms 43:1-7; Matthew 6:25-34; Luke 12:22-34.

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

GREED AND COVETOUSNESS – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”

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GREED AND COVETOUSNESS – “THE LOVE OF MONEY”: THE THREE MAJOR CAUSES AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS!

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” (1 Timothy 6:10) (Emphasis Mine).

Money (Finance) is a de facto medium of exchange. On it’s own, it’s not EVIL or an EVIL or the ROOT of EVIL or ROOT of all EVIL as some acclaimed; but it is ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ and to simply say – “THE LOVE OF THE MONEY” itself, that is, the ROOT of ALL EVIL.

Money is GOOD. It’s a great means of defence that answers and it’s answering man’s QUEST in doing life, especially when diligently, wisely and prudently obtained and expended without prejudice and dissimulation.

However, ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ has some CAUSES and side EFFECTS especially when obtained by GREED and COVETEOUSNESS.

Herein are THREE WARNING SIGNS in order not to be in a position of being captivated and enslaved by – THE LOVE OF MONEY – obtained by GREED and COVETOUSNESS:

#1. It causes WORRY: A lack of Sleep – sleepless moments when the balance sheet is not meeting expectations or overwhelmingly breaking your set point.

“The sleep of a labouring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much: BUT THE ABUNDANCE OF THE RICH WILL NOT SUFFER HIM TO SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12.

“The sleep of a working man is sweet, whether he eats little or much; BUT THE FULL STOMACH (GREED) OF THE RICH [WHO HUNGERS FOR EVEN MORE] WILL NOT LET HIM SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12/Amplified.

#2. It causes DISSATISFACTIONS: It allows greediness and covetousness to breed in all forms, thereby create discomfort and unhealthy sphere.

“He that LOVETH SILVER shall not be SATISFIED with SILVER; nor he that LOVETH ABUNDANCE with INCREASE: this is also vanity” Ecclesiastes 5:10.

“He who LOVES MONEY will not be SATISFIED with MONEY, nor he who LOVES ABUNDANCE with its GAIN. This too is vanity (emptiness)” Ecclesiastes 5:10/Amplified

#3. It causes TEMPTATION: It allows and leads to the breaking of set rules and regulations, even the statutory law, in order to get and acquire more at any cost – which many have become accustomed.

“A FAITHFUL man shall ABOUND with blessings: BUT HE THAT MAKETH HASTE TO BE RICH SHALL NOT BE INNOCENT.  21 To have respect of persons is not good: FOR FOR A PIECE OF BREAD THAT MAN WILL TRANSGRESS. 22 He that HASTETH TO BE RICH hath AN EVIL EYE, and considereth not that POVERTY shall come upon him” Proverbs 28:20-22.

“The TRUSTWORTHY person will get a RICH reward, but A PERSON WHO WANTS QUICK RICHES WILL GET INTO TROUBLE. 21 Showing partiality is never good, YET SOME WILL DO WRONG FOR A MERE PIECE OF BREAD. 22 GREEDY PEOPLE TRY TO GET RICH QUICK but don’t realize they’re headed for poverty” Proverbs 28:20 NLT.

Money is good in itself when it’s made to serve or be a servant and not as lord to any and every vital and legal means of living and doing life. Make it your servant or errand tool only and not your life controller, then you will experience the PEACE of mind indescribable. With peace of mind one is able to be CONTENTED, live GODLY, and to keep temptation, worry – anxiety and dissatisfaction at bay.

I pray you will not be entangled in bondage as a money lover for a mere self and selfish gratifications at the expense of others, the rule of law, and the decency and order in and for the community.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” (1 Timothy 6:10) (Emphasis Mine).

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: BUT MONEY ANSWERETH ALL THINGS” (Ecclesiastes 10:19).

“If any man teach OTHERWISE, and consent not to WHOLESOME WORDS, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to GODLINESS; 4 he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, SUPPOSING that GAIN IS GODLINESS: from such WITHDRAW thyself. 6 But GODLINESS with CONTENTMENT is GREAT GAIN. 7 For we brought NOTHING into this world, and it is certain we can CARRY NOTHING OUT” 1 Timothy 6:3-7.

“But if anyone DOES NOT PROVIDE FOR HIS OWN, and especially for those of his HOUSEHOLD, he has DENIED THE FAITH and is WORSE THAN AN UNBELIEVER” 1 Timothy 5:8/NKJV

“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 7:11-12.

“And now, dear brothers and sisters, we give you this command in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: STAY AWAY FROM ALL BELIEVERS WHO LIVE IDLE LIVES AND DON’T FOLLOW THE TRADITION THEY RECEIVED FROM US. 7 For you know that you ought to IMITATE us. We were NOT IDLE when we were with you. 8 WE NEVER ACCEPTED FOOD FROM ANYONE WITHOUT PAYING FOR IT. We WORKED hard day and night so we would NOT BE A BURDEN to any of you. 9 We certainly had the right to ask you to feed us, but we wanted to give you an EXAMPLE to follow. 10 Even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “THOSE UNWILLING TO WORK WILL NOT GET TO EAT.” 11 Yet we hear that some of you are LIVING IDLE LIVES, REFUSING TO WORK AND MEDDLING IN OTHER PEOPLE’S BUSINESS. 12 We COMMAND such people and urge them in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ to SETTLE DOWN AND WORK TO EARN THEIR OWN LIVING” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12/NLT

REV. CHUKIE MORSI

THE “LOVE” OF MONEY

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THE “LOVE” OF MONEY: THREE MAJOR CAUSES AND THE SIDES EFFECTS!

“For THE LOVE OF MONEY is the ROOT OF ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1Timothy 6:10 (Emphasis Mine).

MONEY (Finance) is a De FACTO medium of exchange. And MONEY on its merit, it’s not EVIL or an EVIL or the ROOT of EVIL or ROOT of all EVIL as some acclaimed; but it is THE “LOVE” OF MONEY, that is what the ROOT of ALL EVIL thus indicate. Money is GOOD. It’s a great means of defense in life, when wisely and prudently expended.

“WISDOM along with an INHERITANCE is good. And an [excellent] advantage for those who see the sun. 12 For WISDOM is a protection even as MONEY is a protection, But the [excellent] advantage of KNOWLEDGE is that WISDOM shields and preserves the lives of its possessors” Ecclesiastes 7:11-12 (Amplified).

Money is good when it’s made to serve or be a servant and not as lord to every vital and legal means of living and doing life. Make it your servant or errand tool only and not your life controller, then you will experience the PEACE of mind that’s indescribable and incomprehensible. With peace of mind one is able to be CONTENT and LIVE GODLY, and to keep THE “LOVE” OF MONEY temptation at bay. For GAIN is not GODLINESS but GODLINESS with CONTENTMENT is a great gain the Scripture enjoined.

“. . . 6 But GODLINESS actually is a SOURCE of GREAT GAIN when accompanied by CONTENTMENT [that contentment which comes from a sense of inner confidence based on the SUFFICIENCY of God]” 1 Timothy 6:3-6 Amplified.

And in as much as Money is good for the cause already explained, there’s a problem when one falls into the phase and sphere of – ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’. For ‘THE LOVE OF MONEY’ has some CAUSES, or rather, SIDES EFFECTS. And herein are THREE WARNING SIGNS to observe, in order not to be in a position of being captivated and enslaved by – THE “LOVE” OF MONEY:

#1. THE “LOVE” OF MONEY CAUSES WORRY: A lack of Sleep – sleeplessness moments, if and when the balance sheet is not meeting expectations or overwhelmingly breaking your set point.

“The sleep of a working man is sweet, whether he eats little or much; but the full stomach (greed) of the rich [who hungers for even more] WILL NOT LET HIM SLEEP” Ecclesiastes 5:12 (Amplified).

#2. THE “LOVE” OF MONEY CAUSES DISSATISFACTIONS: It allows and breed greediness and covetousness –

“He who LOVES MONEY WILL NOT BE SATISFIED with MONEY, nor he who loves abundance with its gain. This too is vanity (emptiness)” Ecclesiastes 5:10.

#3. THE “LOVE” OF MONEY CAUSES TEMPTATION: It allows and leads to the BREAKING OF RULES, even THE LAW in order to get and acquire more at any cost irrespective of the underlying consequences.

“He that TILLETH HIS LAND shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after VAIN persons shall have poverty enough. 20 A FAITHFUL man shall abound with blessings: but he that MAKETH HASTE TO BE RICH SHALL NOT BE INNOCENT. 21 To have respect of persons is not good: FOR FOR A PIECE OF BREAD THAT MAN WILL TRANSGRESS. 22 He that HASTETH TO BE RICH HATH AN EVIL EYE, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him” Proverbs 28:19-22.

I pray you will not be entangled in bondage as a MONEY LOVER for a mere self and selfish gratifications at – the EXPENSE of others, the  decency and order of the RULE of law, the worth of living good to yourself, to family and to the community and to the nation you service.

SELAH – PAUSE AND THINK.

SCRIPTURAL THOUGHTS WORTH PONDERING IN CONTEXT:

“For THE LOVE of MONEY is the ROOT of ALL EVIL: which while some COVETED after, they have ERRED from the FAITH, and PIERCED themselves through with many SORROWS” 1 Timothy 6:10 (Emphasis Mine).

 “A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: BUT MONEY ANSWERETH ALL THINGS” Ecclesiastes 10:19.

“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 7:11-12.

“. . . 3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, AND TO THE DOCTRINE WHICH IS ACCORDING TO GODLINESS; 4 he is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that GAIN IS GODLINESS: from such withdraw thyself. 6 But GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT IS GREAT GAIN” 1 Timothy 6:1-6.

“But if any PROVIDE NOT for his own, and specially for those of his OWN house, he hath DENIED THE FAITH, and is WORSE than an INFIDEL (UNBELIEVER)” 1 Timothy 5:8.

“Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye WITHDRAW yourselves from every brother that WALKETH DISORDERLY, and not after the tradition which he received of us. 7 For yourselves know how ye ought to follow us: for we BEHAVED NOT OURSELVES DISORDERLY among you; 8 neither did we eat any man’s BREAD FOR NOUGHT; but wrought with LABOUR and travail night and day, that we might not be CHARGEABLE to any of you: 9 not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us. 10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, THAT IF ANY WOULD NOT WORK, NEITHER SHOULD HE EAT. 11 For we hear that there are some which walk among you DISORDERLY, working not at all, but are BUSYBODIES. 12 Now them that are such we COMMAND and EXHORT by our Lord Jesus Christ, that with quietness they WORK, and EAT their OWN bread” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12.

REV. CHUKIE MORSI