Saturday, 5 April 2025

MANIFEST EXCELLENCE! – PART 1 – INTRODUCTION !..

 


To manifest means to be easily seen by the eye or perceived by the mind; it is to put beyond doubt. It is to reveal, declare or make an open statement. It can be likened to the unveiling or product launch by a major corporation. As anyone familiar with such event would attest, no effort is too much, no cost is spared, in the build up to the event; then at the event all the plugs are pulled, the fireworks and attention-grabbing strategies are unleashed. In the launch, we are told the name, use, features of the product and what we stand to gain by purchasing or patronizing it. You see, we are God’s creation and there is no better craftsman or manufacturer than God. As the Psalmist declares in Psalms 139:14 “I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well” NKJV. We are created to manifest or showcase the excellency of God. And unlike the product launch of a corporation, we are not a one-time event – we are wired to manifest the excellency of God all through our lives!

The Oxford dictionary defines excellence as “the quality of being outstanding or extremely good”. It comes from the Latin root verb, excellere, - ‘surpass’. God displays the quality of excellence, both in Himself and His creations. In Genesis chapter 1, we see the phrase "And God saw that it was good" appear multiple times, specifically in verses 4, 10, 12, 18, 21, 25, and 31, reflecting God's affirmation of his creation as good, from the light to the animals and finally, all of creation. There is nothing or no one to compare with Him, and as His creation we are called to reflect His image. Indeed, God does not expect any less from us.

To manifest excellence is both a statement of affirmation and call to worship God through our work and service. There are many Bible verses that refer to striving for excellence in all areas of life, encouraging diligence, and emphasizing the importance of serving God with our best efforts. In Exodus 31:1-11, 36:1-3, we see God choose Bezalel, Aholiab, and other skilled artisans to beautify the Tabernacle while it was being built. Exodus 31:1-5 is worth emphasizing: “God spoke to Moses: "See what I've done; I've personally chosen Bezalel son of Uri, son of Hur of the tribe of Judah. I've filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him skill and know-how and expertise in every kind of craft to create designs and work in gold, silver, and bronze; to cut and set gemstones; to carve wood — he's an all-around craftsman.” THE MESSAGE. Another example is Daniel 6:3Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm.” NKJV

What talents and giftings do you have? Are you serving God and humanity with them? What impact are you making in your generation? Can you give a good account of the spirit of God in you? Our four-part series for the month of April, “Manifest Excellence”, will help us discover how and the inherent benefits. Join us this and every Sunday, as we explore the theme.

God bless you.

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Friday, 4 April 2025

WORD DIARY: SATURDAY APRIL 5, 2025

 

 

#Avoid disgrace!..

 

Prov 6:27-29 Can a man scoop fire into his lap without his clothes being burned? Can a man walk on hot coals without his feet being scorched? So is he who sleeps with another man’s wife; no one who touches her will go unpunished.

#Cause and effect!

Prov 6:30-31 People do not despise a thief if he steals to satisfy his hunger when he is starving. Yet if he is caught, he must pay sevenfold, though it costs him all the wealth of his house.

#Pay back!

Prov 6:32-33 But a man who commits adultery has no sense; whoever does so destroys himself. Blows and disgrace are his lot, and his shame will never be wiped away.

#Avoid disgrace!

Prov 6:34-35 For jealousy arouses a husband’s fury, and he will show no mercy when he takes revenge. He will not accept any compensation; he will refuse a bribe, however great it is.

Let us pray: Father God, we receive the grace for mercy in the name of Jesus

#Life questions and meditation:

1. What actions are you taking?

2. Are you aware of the effects of your actions?

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These verses and the accompanying nuggets are meant to start you out every day. But you need a personal relationship with God and the Lord Jesus Christ. It will help to contact a Bible believing church near you.

For comments, questions and general counsel follow me at basil.chukwuezi on Facebook,  @BasilChukwuezi on Twitter, Instagram, basilchukwuezi and my blog,  http://kingdomstreet.blogspot.com. Email: edensquareassembly@yahoo.com. All scriptures are from the New International Version (NIV). Please kindly like and share to others. God bless you.                            

Thursday, 3 April 2025

WORD DIARY: FRIDAY APRIL 4, 2025

 

 

#Guiding instructions!..

 

Prov 6:20-21 My son, keep your father’s command and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Bind them always on your heart; fasten them around your neck

#Obey instructions!

Prov 6:22 When you walk, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will watch over you;     when you awake, they will speak to you.

#Guiding instructions!

Prov 6:23-24 For this command is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and correction and instruction are the way to life, keeping you from your neighbor’s wife, from the smooth talk of a wayward woman.

#Life instructions!

Prov 6:25-26 Do not lust in your heart after her beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes. For a prostitute can be had for a loaf of bread, but another man’s wife preys on your very life.

Let us pray: Father God, we reject the spirit of lust in the name of Jesus

#Life questions and meditation:

1. Do you obey godly instructions?

2. How has your life been influenced by instructions?

#WordDiary #TheWordtoLiveBy #StartWithGod #TakeTheWordChallenge #EdenSquareChristianAssembly #Edensquaretv #BasilChukwuezi

These verses and the accompanying nuggets are meant to start you out every day. But you need a personal relationship with God and the Lord Jesus Christ. It will help to contact a Bible believing church near you.

For comments, questions and general counsel follow me at basil.chukwuezi on Facebook,  @BasilChukwuezi on Twitter, Instagram, basilchukwuezi and my blog,  http://kingdomstreet.blogspot.com. Email: edensquareassembly@yahoo.com. All scriptures are from the New International Version (NIV). Please kindly like and share to others. God bless you.