Making Your Way Prosperous

This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success (Joshua 1:8) .

God wants you to prosper in every area of your life, for He delights in the prosperity of His children (Psalm 35:27). 3 John 1:2 reveals the Spirit’s wish for you to prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers. In Christ Jesus, you’ve come into a rich heritage; a place of divine favour. 2 Peter 1:3 tells us that the Lord has given you all things that pertain to life and godliness.

Indeed, when you received Christ you were automatically catapulted into a glorious realm of prosperity and became an heir of God, and a joint heir with Christ (Romans 8:17). However, Galatians 4:1says,“...the heir, as long as he is a child, different nothing from a servant, though he be lord of all....” In other words, though you're a joint heir with Christ, and all of God's wealth and inestimable riches belong to you, you have to grow in the Word unto maturity to enjoy the benefits of your inheritance.

This is where meditating on the Word and putting it to work in your life comes to play. As you meditate on the Scriptures, the Word is seasoned in your spirit, such that you think, talk, and live the Word. The Bible shows this to us as the way to make your way prosperous: it’s by meditating on the Word, and observing to do what it says. Now, this isn't just referring to financial prosperity, but prosperity all-round; in every aspect of your life.

The Apostle Paul, in 1 Timothy 4:15, reiterated the same truth: “meditate on these things,give yourself completely to them, that your profiting may appear to all.” When you meditate on God’s Word, your progress, advancement, prosperity, success will spread abroad, and be evident for all to see. This means that the extent of your success and prosperity is entirely dependent on you. To prosper in all you do—in your job, family, health, finances, marriage, etc.—continually meditate on the Word. This is His divine roadmap for true and lasting prosperity.

Prayer

I thank you, precious heavenly Father, for my great heritage in Christ; thank you for setting me up for a life of endless victories, and sustained prosperity! As I study and meditate on your Word, my success and prosperity are evident, and spread abroad, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study: Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. ,

Psalm 35:27 Let them shout for joy, and be glad, that favour my righteous cause: yea, let them say continually, Let the Lord be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant.

Daily Scripture Reading

1 Year Bible Reading Plan: John 1:19-51, 
2 Samuel 18-19

2 Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Corinthians 3:10-23, 
Psalm 149-150

Prayer for new week!!!

The Lord who never sleeps or slumbers will cause everything in your life to work together for good! Every Mess will become a message! Every test will become a testimony; every setback will become a stepping stone in Jesus! He will make your enemies work on your behalf! He will fight all your battles and you will hold your peace! The Lord is aware of everything in your life and he will make everything beautiful in his time in Jesus name.  For though a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again, You will rise again, you will have favor with people, and you will prosper in all that you lay your hand on in Jesus mighty name. J

Happy New Week from  ASB-World. 

Positioning Yourself: A quick reflection on the story of Esther

Esther was an orphan who was adopted by her Uncle, Mordecai. There was a conspiracy by Haman, one of the Prominent and influential princes under the reign of king Ahasuerus, to wipe out all the Jews, because Mordecai would not bow down to him (Esther 3:6).

Haman was going to succeed in the plot because he already got an approval from the King to carry out his wicked act (Esther 3:9-11).

The only lifeline that was available for the Jews to escape from the plot of Haman was for Esther to risk her life, by volunteering to appear before the king, contrary to the law of the land, all in a bid to save her people from destruction.

Esther 4:15 “Then Esther bade them return Mordecai this answer,
VS 16 Go gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I perish I perish” (KJV)

Lessons:
The Lord must have positioned Esther in the palace for the purpose of delivering His people from the hands of their enemies (Haman in this case). Queen Esther was willing to lay down her life as she knew the consequences of appearing before the king without an invitation, yet, she took the risk.

How much sacrifice have we made or can we make for the salvation of the souls of our parents, siblings, friends and neighbours?
Even though Esther was an Orphan, she realised there was something she could offer, and that is to stand the gap on behalf of her people.

Esther, though a Queen, was humble enough to listen to the counsel of her Uncle, Mordecai.
How many times have we despised the counsel of our parents or guardian because they are not as educated as we are? Do you look down on your husband because you earn more than him or you have a higher educational degree than he does?

The bible says:
Pr 16:18 “Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall”.

So many have lost their marriages and some their honour before their husband, on account of Pride.
Can God depend on you to deliver your family from destruction? How about your co-worker that does not have a relationship with Christ?

What are the limitations around you?
Is the devil telling you it is not possible?
Have you told yourself you cannot do it?

All these are lies of the enemy to keep you under. Overcome your fears and take the bold step that God has been longing for you to take today.

You are created to affect your generation positively, you have no business been on the floor feeling defeated and looking for pity party. God has deposited so much in you to fulfill destiny, not even the devil can contend with that, arise sisters because you can!

 

SUNDAY FASHION: UNIQUE & CLASSY ASO EBI STYLES!!!

When it comes to wearing gorgeous traditional attires, some people know the nitty gritty of how well to go about it, how to combine the colors, gorgeous accessories that will complement the amazing attire and how to especially tie the ‘Gele’. Enjoy and have fun…. See photos below----

IF A DOG WAS YOUR TEACHER

If a dog was your teacher,

these are some of the lessons you might learn…

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face,
to be pure ecstasy

When it’s in your best interest,
practice obedience
Let others know when they’ve invaded your territory
Take naps and stretch before rising
Run romp and play daily

Thrive on attention and let people touch you
Avoid biting, when a simple growl will do
On warm days stop to lie on your back on the grass
On hot days drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree
When you’re happy dance around and wag your entire body

No matter how often you’re scolded,
don’t buy into the guilt thing and pout,
run right back and make friends

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm
Stop when you have had enough
Be loyal
Never pretend to be something you’re not

If what you want lies buried,
dig until you find it
When someone is having a bad day,
be silent….
…sit close by
…and nuzzle them gently.

By: INSPIRATIONAL STORIES

Who's speaking for you at the Palace? Do you know.....

I recently had the opportunity of speaking on behalf of an employee of a company I consult for , who was at the verge of being sacked. Unknown to him, his termination was being discussed. He apparently had his many strengths, but unfortunately he also had a weakness which was becoming increasingly unacceptable. It was almost concluded; he was to be sacked! However I was able to put forward a case for him and gratefully, it was accepted.

As I drove home that night, I meditated on that incident and wondered what would have happened if there was no one speaking and appealing on behalf of the employee in question. And instantly, my mind flashed back to Vashti in the Bible. Remember Vashti? She was a Queen; the first wife of Ahaserus , the king of the Persian Kingdom who later took Esther as Queen after Vashti was deposed.(Read Esther chapter 1).

What was Vashti’s offence, why was she deposed? The king had been feasting and when his heart was merry with wine, he felt it was time to show up his beautiful Queen but for some reason known to her, she decided not to come out. Yes it must have been a huge offence but below is what broke the camel’s back in her case.

16And Memucan answered before the king and the princes: “Queen Vashti has not only wronged the king, but also all the princes, and all the people who are in all the provinces of King Ahasuerus.
19If it pleases the king, let a royal decree go out from him, and let it be recorded in the laws of the Persians and the Medes, so that it will not be altered, that Vashti shall come no more before King Ahasuerus; and let the king give her royal position to another who is better than she( Esther 1:16, 19)

Imagine if there was someone who pleaded to the King on behalf of Vashti. She probably would not have been deposed. If there was someone who would remind the king about her good works in time past, she probably would not have been sent away. However, the only one who could have spoken for her, was speaking against her.

In life, at strategic locations and places; we need people who would speak in our favour and recommend us. Let’s not forget that David was recommended before Saul at the palace. As time went on, Jonathan his friend must have spoken well of him at the palace too. Joseph had someone speaking for him at the palace and that was why Pharaoh quickly sent for him. Daniel and his friends, one way or the other were mentioned before the king. Mephibosheth, Saul’s grandson was mentioned before King David and forever, his life never remained the same.

God is the Master Connector; He places people in our lives who would speak something positive about us to the boss, at the interview panel, in church and wherever. May we not miss these destiny helpers. May our helpers not be helpless or absent where and when they should be speaking for us. Vashti vanished into obscurity, because no one was speaking up for her. But didn't she have children? how come we never heard anything whatsoever about her or her posterity? Whenever you have the opportunity, please speak up for someone who needs it. You may be preserving an entire generation! Speak for the oppressed, the afflicted, the orphans, the destitute, the needy. Sometimes speaking for them entails giving to them!

Above all, it is comforting to know that Jesus is forever speaking for us at the palace of the Almighty King! The One who died for us who was raised to life for us! is in the presence of God at this very moment sticking up for us! Romans 8:35( Message version)

By Sola.

Recipes: Candy Shop Ice Cream Cake

This Kit Kat Ice Cream Cake is the ultimate birthday cake to WOW the kids. It's even a terrific frozen treat to cool off from the heat. Recipe by Laura Bashar of Family Spice

Ingredients:

·         2 qt ice cream, any 2 flavors

·         2 TBS milk

·         39 kit-kat candy bars

·         16 oz whipped topping, frozen (like cool whip)

·         30 oreo cookies, broken up

·         1/4 cup chocolate candies, assortment

Instructions:

1.       Remove from the freezer and leave on the counter:

1.       2 qt ice cream , any 2 flavors

2.       In a food processor combine:

0.       2 TBS milk

1.       24 oreo cookies

3.       Coat a 9-inch spring form pan with nonstick spray and place upright all around the side of the pan:

0.       39 kit-kat candy bars

4.       Try to get the kit-kat bars as close to possible as you can, with the kit-kat name facing out, against the side of the spring form pan.

5.       Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper and press the oreo mixture evenly over it.

6.       Place in the freezer for 10 minutes.

7.       Stir the first flavor of softened ice cream in its container and press evenly over the oreo crust.

8.       Place in the freezer for 10 minutes

9.       Stir the second flavor of softened ice cream in its container and press evenly over the first ice cream layer.

10.   Place in the freezer.

11.   Remove from the freezer and allow to thaw for 30 minutes:

0.       16 oz whipped topping, frozen (like cool whip)

12.   Spread whipped topping over the top layer of ice cream and garnish with:

0.       6 oreo cookies , broken up

1.       1/4 cup chocolate candies , assortment

13.   Return cake to the freezer and allow to set overnight.

14.   Remove cake from freezer 10 minutes prior to serving.

15.   Gently open the spring form pan and remove. Use a thin knife or spatula to slide cake onto serving platter.

16.   Slice & serve immediately!

EEnjoy your weekend folks "winks"