HOPE HERALD August 2021 Edition

ABUNDANT LIFE FAITH CENTRE

HOPE August 2021 Edition

EDITOR’S NOTE

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In the world today, a lot of things are clamoring for your attention, your attention and time. Everyone has something to tell you, your laptop, your T.V, your phone with its several apps and Online sites all screaming click here, read this, the billboards on the streets, the magazines and newspapers.

Everyone wants a piece of your time. Here goes the question; who are you attending to? What are you eating up? For the one you give your ear, time and attention is slowly drawing the patterns of your decisions, perspectives and general outlook on life. In the end they dictate your behavior and actions. Have you considered who is speaking to you?

Proverbs 4:20-22 (TPT) says Listen carefully, my dear child, to everything I teach you, and pay attention to all I have to say. Fill your thoughts with my words until they penetrate deep into your spirit. Then, as you unwrap my words, they will impart true life and radiant health into the very core of your being.

This editions brings you insights on giving your undivided attention life-giving moments in the word. Let’s stir your spirit to pursue holiness as a lifestyle. Catch the recap from the ancient paths series, learn how you can order your life with daily consecrations and read of a tale of God’s Love to His children.

We are grateful that the church of God in Uganda is moving on strong. Despite covid-19 restrictions, the church carries on with its mission and the Word of God is preached and sought after.

From our YouTube channel @Abundant Life Faith Centre and Zoom Services, ALFC joins the online community of believers streaming faith-building content. You can watch and re-watch the entire service and any that you may have missed.

HH Editorial Team

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Technology can make a slave out of you if you do not make a servant out of it. Be intentional about how you choose to spend your time.

Redeem it by attaching purpose to everything you do.

Minister Joseph ENYIMU

PURSUING HOLINESS Assets are great things to have. They represent resources we can creatively use to multiply our wealth and to solve problems around us. Most people are however aware of only their physical assets. Few of us realize that in Christ Jesus, God has given us an asset that far exceeds any physical asset known to mankind. He has given us a relationship with Himself! He has adopted us as His “sons and daughters” (2 Corinthians 6:18).

Being a son or daughter of God is a great asset because it means having the privilege and honor of calling on God (and all that He represents) from a position of relationship. In other words, it puts us in a place whereby our victory in any given situation and our success in life depends on God’s character as a Father and not on our effort or what we deserve.

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According to the Scriptures, the goodness and richness that flow from our relationship with God as a Father is the reason why God is very serious about us sticking with Him and His ways. It is not because He is against us enjoying ourselves. He simply wants us to enjoy ourselves within His love where satan cannot deceive us into separating ourselves from His Fatherly attention. “…be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty. Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God” (2 Corinthians 6: 17-18; 7:1) Notice also from 2 Peter 2-4 below that it is through the promises of God that can participate in the divine nature – the spiritual realm. In this realm, we have all the things that are necessary for life and godliness. Our successful participating in the spiritual realm is, however, only possible while we are Living separate from the corrupt ways in the world.

“Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord, 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: 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 2: 2-4) So, we need to go after “holiness…without which no man shall see the Lord”; and to do so from the stand point of a relationship – faith in God’s loving attention on us as our Father – and not out of the fear of judgment (Hebrews 12:14).

Minister Joseph ENYIMU

DAILY CONSECRATION

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Here are some tips to pattern your day. Make them a habit and you will have a vibrant life with the kind of results the Bible talks of.

1 Commend your day in prayer.

In the process of praying your mind is cleared, your spirit is alert and you are at peace. It is important to give God the best of your morning, your first fruit of the day. (Psalm 63, Psalm 24:7, 9 NLT) 2 Wired to pray.

You don’t need to have a qualification in order to pray. We all need to learn the language of prayer. Look at Jesus our Master, He teaches us how to pray and it’s all the power behind the miracles, the teachings and the preaching. You shouldn’t be driven to pray out of guilt. Let prayer be your lifestyle by God’s grace. (Ecclesiastes 3:11a, NLT) 3 Relationship with God, our Abba Father.

Through prayer we build fellowship with our Father. God desires to be in every business of our lives, it is through this fellowship that we tap into the power and the richness of the promises of God. When we communicate continually with God throughout our daily lives, we honor God by showing Him where our trust lies, and we can be assured that He will showcase Himself in our daily steps of life. God loves to have communion with us for we are His children; He is so interested in us, how we think, what we say and what we do. (Jeremiah 33:3, MSG; Hebrews 10:22, NLT) It’s important to note that prayer and the word of God work hand in hand, take time to study the Word of God, let the Spirit of God direct you in all things. When you speak along His Word, the Angels are triggered to work because they only listen to the Word of God. Don’t make them dormant; make them active because God gave them to us as ministering spirits.

Ms. Cathy. A

MESSAGE EXTRACT

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Ancient Paths.

Ancient Paths are God’s tried and proven ways loaded with rich experiences, insights and wisdom to establish His Glorious plan in the earth. they are of unmatched value and are eternally enduring. That implies they transcend generations. Proverbs 22:28 says “remove not the ancient landmarks, which thy forefathers have set”. We are reminded herein that stable and reliable foundations have been laid; the course has been defined. There’s no need to tamper but allow the infusion of this light into our lives so that we can see the demonstration of His Power!

The Kingdom of God operates on Principles and Patterns. Things don’t just happen, He’s a God of order. It is these Principles and Patterns that provide the building blocks for victorious living for those aligned to them! They are the expression of God’s will for us. Principles and Patterns give a clear understanding of the nature and Image of God, and how the kingdom works to enable us unleash what He has deposited in us.

A teachable spirit is good ground for propagating these Principles and Patterns of the Kingdom. By listening, learning and applying them, doors of revelation are opened giving birth to empowerment and transformation. Jeremiah 6:16 “…Stand ye in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and you shall find rest for your souls. “ Ancient paths point us to that rich relationship with the Father. Our conformity to the Principles and Patterns of the Kingdom deepens this relationship drawing us to the level of absolute reliance, carelessly surrendering to Him; confident of this one thing that He’s Able!

The blue print for our lives is already out; there’s a good way for you and me, walk in it and show case His glory!

Minister Wycliffe. M

A FATHER LIKE NO OTHER

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His grace is as fresh as the morning dew.

His Love as springs in the dessert land.

His faithfulness as welcome as a shade at noonday, And His peace like a boat in a stormy sea.

Memories of His Help bring tears to my eyes.

Not a single day was He not there.

In my ignorance, He guided me.

And when I thought I knew, He steered my paths from danger.

Now I stand to say He is good!

Not because I read in it a Book, but my life is full of proof.

When I thought I would fall, His arms held me yet again.

His ever presence is my sustenance.

His arms wrap round me each day.

My future, I have no worries about.

My Father has me covered always!

Minister Joseph. K

SALVATION CALL Just like the above love letter, the Father’s love can become a reality to you too.

Simply invite His son to live in your Life and walk this journey with Him. If you would like to receive Jesus Christ as your Lord, pray this prayer out loud.

Lord Jesus, I thank you for your love, your grace and kindness. Thank you for dying on the cross and raising up again for me. I confess with my mouth and believe in my heart that You are Lord of my life. Forgive me of all my sins, cleanse me with your blood. Fill me with the Holy Spirit I pray. Amen If you have prayed this prayer, you got born again! Hallelujah.

We stand ready to help you get started on this new walk. Write or send us an email about your decision to confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and savior. Here is our address; P.O.Box 9905 Kampala Uganda Email: prayer@abundantlifecentre.org

Hope Herald The Hope herald is a monthly publication of ALFC designed to bring you truths and testimonies of God at work in the everyday life of people just like you. It features firsthand accounts of personal experiences that help fuel and fan the hope for a better tomorrow.

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