Divine Encounters

Soon we will enter 2010. Over the last few days I have sought to prepare my mind for 2010. and hopefully you have been doing the same. As I have read the Word of God I have sought for wisdom that will enable me to soar in 2010. My prayer is that the next decade will be one where you notice noticeable change in all that pertains to you. In today's reading we meet David the king again. As I wrote earlier, the book of Chronicles is history told from another point of view. I want to mention two things as we prepare to cross over into 2010. Firstly, the people of Israel understood that God had called David. I am amazed that even though they were not there when Samuel prophesied to him, they clearly saw the call of God over his life and agreed with it. In 2010 may the environment, circumstances, life agree with the prophecy concerning your life's purpose. He was crowned King over Israel as they agreed with the entire prophecy that had preceded him all his life. In 2010 may you be cro...

2010 is nearly here. We have just a couple of days remaining in 2009. For some this year has been painful. For some its been great. But one thing many people keep saying about life in general is that it getting tougher. More people have cried out in pain. To be honest even those who say its been great this year have also commented to me how they have experienced some form of pain. In today's reading we meet a man called Jabez. We meet him in a book called Chronicles which chronicles the story of Israel from creation. The beginning of the book is filled with details of the lineage of the children of Israel from Adam. In the midst of all the names we meet a man who is described as more honourable than his brothers. Jabez, whose name means sorrowful dared to believe God that his story would be different. I am encouraged that if God could change Jabez's story then my story and your story is about to change. As you step into 2010 my prayer is that you will settle with God about the ...

As we continue reading the second book of Kings we meet many of the various kings that ruled Israel and Judah. Reading through the list of so and so I have come to realise the importance of having the right foundation. My focus over the past few days has been towards getting into 2010 right. Having the right foundation is important to have a solid building. For many people the year will begin with new year resolutions. Resolutions of what they will achieve but am concerned that many times resolutions are not preceded by a change in thinking. For example, one resolution am hearing from many people is that they will read the Word more come the new year. Great resolve. But on asking what are they doing to ensure they achieve success at the set goal and a blank is drawn. Am concerned because if one expects that because it a new year they will read the bible, that is not a resolution but plain fantasy, which brings me to the kings who reigned over the people of God. Notice that whenever the...

As we continue with this adventure I have been challenged with my study of the Word. My hope is that as we prepare to enter the new year it important that the expectations for the following year are built on the foundation that never fails. The Word is a sure foundation on which we should build our expectations. Today we encounter different miracles that occurred under the ministry of Elisha. One miracle that I want to concentrate on is that of Naaman. This was one great person with a huge problem. His problem was apparent to all. Imagine a general with a serious skin disorder. Here was a gentleman who had the nations attention yet he had a medical issue that caused him pain. Here was a man at the top of his league yet with a big BUT in his life. Can you imagine how he felt? How many of us in life are dealing with BUTS in life. The career is doing great but there is an issue for all to see that plagues us. For others the business is booming in the recession but we have a challenge tha...

I hope you had a wonderful time yesterday as you celebrated Christmas. Am glad for the wonderful friends who invited me over to their residences. We only have a few days before 2010 arrives. Ever waited for the morning to show up.... 2010 will be like the morning for many people who had experiences in 2009 that they want to quickly forget. In 1 Kings 17 we meet a gentleman called Elijah. I love his introduction. He was an unknown. He just appears onto the scene in a time when wickedness reigned in Israel. Elijah spoke with clarity and authority. He truly spoke as one who knew whom he represented. He did not speak to negotiate but simply decreed the Word of God. I have always wondered where did he get the boldness to function? Where did Elijah get such faith to hold rain or to call down fire? Yes I know that we may say that he was simply going God's servant but....the results are unique and they speak for themselves identifying him as unique before God and man. One thing we are sure...

Yes, today is that one special day where we celebrate the birth of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus. We celebrate the gift that God gave to humanity. A gift that was God's best. A gift that not only spoke of God's intent but also His love and passion for mankind. A gift that brought joy to the world. The birth of Jesus marked a new beginning. This gift was the physical representation of God's goodness and glory to humanity. During the 90 day challenge we are allowed to take 2 grace days. I am taking today as a grace day where we may skip the required reading for another day. My reason are two fold. firstly, most people are busy entertaining and celebrating relationships. Secondly, the birth of Christ signified the beginning of grace. As you go through today may God's gift within you become manifest. May this Christmas be special as you celebrate the love of God. Most importantly, let this Christmas be one where you put the Christ-in-the mass of everything you do. God bless.

As we celebrate Christmas I hope you have a wonderful time where you not only enjoy the value of relationships but also get to encounter the love of God in ways never known. A friend called me today and blessed me thoroughly. They wanted to know what I was doing as I didn't have close family with me. They wanted to know if they could get me to attend a party with friends who are like family. May this holiday be one filled with surprises that fill you with joy and laughter. Christmas is the beginning of a story of God's love through sacrifice. A sacrifice offered to God results in a blessing. A sacrifice offered by Solomon resulted in an encounter with God that was life changing. The resulting blessing was wisdom. We still speak of Solomon's wisdom today. A sacrificial blessing may result in generational blessings. It was a sacrificial offering that resulted in a covenant with Abraham that resulted in God's blessing. I want to encourage you that as you celebrate this Chr...