Encounter

Encounter

Waoh time flies!   When I meditate on the significance of Christmas,(in the light of a few people who met Jesus), a few things came up that I'd like to share with you this season.   1.  Paul The Apostle.  An educated, religious leader who had dual nationality (Jew-Roman). He seemed to have it all! His ENCOUNTER with Jesus is recorded in the book of ACTs. Apart from the name change (Saul to Paul), he became an outspoken disciple of the one whose followers he previously wanted to destroy. Many of his mates stayed in their position (corrupt religious leaders with no power to live-out the truth), but Paul moved on. His encounter with Jesus changed his life forever.   2. Nicodemus. A respected religious leader, who possibly because of his status in society, preferred to visit Jesus by night. His ENCOUNTER with Jesus is recorded in the 3rd chapter of the book of John. Jesus showed him it didn't suffice for one to be born into the system (Jewish, christian etc), to qualify for heaven. He boldly pointed out to Nicodemus that unless a man be BORN-AGAIN, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God. This second birth, He said, is a spiritual one that depends on God, rather than man's will. He left with answers that changed his life forever.   3. Susanne. Susanne is a friend who lost her husband and daughter within a year. This young mother (28) of 4 attended Church but had not had an ENCOUNTER with Jesus. Jesus showed her, He was standing at the door of her heart and knocking. She received Him and I can testify the difference in her life is real. Today she's full of joy, has experienced many of God's blessings, and has the assurance of salvation.   Friend, have you had an ENCOUNTER with Jesus. Make an appointment with He who is called the King of Kings this season. Let this be a memorable Christmas for you..a one in which you ENCOUNTER the King. Let Him into your life..Paul did. A countless number of people across all works of life, persuation and faith make this decision on a daily basis. Jesus is different..and He brings the difference that positions you for dominion now and preparedness for eternity.   Start 2009 with this ENCOUNTER.   Love Inno

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In times like these

Hello

Hope you are keeping strong despite the times, we live in!

I generaly do not like driving at night. Here, poor visibility and nightmarish traffic is guaranteed within that period - a perfect mix for an incident!

I hired a taxi made sure I had the right note and sat quietly taking in the sounds and cool of the night. The 45 minutes ride was over and the driver demanded his due. confidently, I pulled out the note from my pocket and waited for change. I began getting concerned as I saw him fumble the note, poke it under his torch light then examined it some more. I tried to protest but he simply handed me back the money and drove off without a statement! At that period in the night, he probably thought I was one of the 'men of the underworld'!

I was embarassed. All through I knew the note I had in hand was 100% authentic. Someone had given me a fake note which I had confidently carried around with me. On closer examination, that is when I discovered it was just a plain old fake counterfeit!

Are you living on 'fake' hopes?

It is a miserable thing indeed to put one's hope/trust in, knowledge, money, eductaion, connections, nothig, popularity, self etc. At the end of our individual journeys on Earth, the real value of these will be seen. Emptiness.

Jesus said, "I am THE WAY, THE TRUTH and THE LIFE".  Someday, we will each be required to give an account on how we applied this statement. News Headlines in the last month depicts a world in the process of crumbling (financial crisis, extreme child(ren) abuse, senseless murders, floods, wars, secterian/religious violence etc). The Life can only add value to yours but first, you need to let Jesus live in you and through you.

...and if you've done so already what about a review of your life as December kicks in!

All the best in HIM.

Inno

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Sad..and ODE to Peter

To a Friend...

I had just left work and was feeling really tired. As i checked my phone for missed calls, my brain was refusing to process the information my eyes were communicating!

'Peter..dead..no...' I thought. I leaned on the car, couldn't believe the sms my brother had sent to me from SA. I decided to call back. He confirmed! I was devastated. Quickly I relayed the sad news to a few of my acquanitances who had come to know this getleman through me. As my family met for prayers that night, I couldn't help the tears.I had lost a friend. He was one of the casualties involved in an accident that claimed 3 lives!

You may have been hit by an incident of similar gravity recently. We can take solace in the promises of God for victory in Jesus when we understand that he has the keys of death and hades!

Revelation 1:18  "I (Jesus) was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of death and of Hades."

Please pray for the widow and kids (3 girls) of Peter Ngum Ngalla who died in a tragic accident on Monday 10 November in South Africa. That our good God should comfort them and provide their every need.

For Practical,

Inno

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