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Beloved of the Lord,

Happy New year! Welcome to 2015 edition of Agape Flash magazine. I would like to take this time to thank you all for the support of the 2014 Flash & I trust that you are continously spiritually nourished!

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11/12/2014

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It is with such a joyous feeling to welcome you to this edition of Agape Flash magazine; a Christian lifestyle magazine intended to influence others in becoming effective disciples for our Lord (Jesus Christ).

11/12/2014

Beloved of the Lord

Welcome to the November edition of Agape Flash. I would like to take this time to thank you all for the support of the Flash and I trust that you are continuously spiritually nourished! Now, do grab that favorite beverage,enjoy the servings in this issue, and have a blessed thanksgiving holiday season!

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10/20/2014

DIVINE PROTECTION AND DELIVERANCE

As a christian, deliverance from undesirable circumstances is your portion. Elisha (and his servant) were surrounded by a great army assigned to seize him; however, the army's assignment was futile due to the Lord's divine intervention (2 Kings 6:1-17). Prior to the miraculous encounter, Elisha's servant was filled with fear and had no knowledge that the Lord's protection was all around them.

May it be your portion to be constantly reminded that God has a greater army around for your protection and deliverance. God will deliver you from your enemies, and any weapon fashioned against you will not prevail. As long as you dwell in the secret place of the most High, His divine protection and deliverance is your portion.

Have a blessed week.

09/27/2014

LOST IN HIS FATHER'S HOUSE.

When the parable of the prodigal son is mentioned, it's not unusual that the younger son is always placed on the chopping block; however, can we afford to ignore the role of the older son? Clearly, the prodigal son realized that he was lost and made a decision to return home and ask for his father's forgiveness (Luke 15:17-20). The older son which we would typically assume as being a faithful one was equally lost in his father's house, yet failed to realize it.

Clearly, the older son was angry and refused to join the celebration which his father had made for the prodigal son who returned home (Luke 15:25-30). As Christians, we can also be lost like the older son when we refuse to forgive or start entertaining envious feelings stating that others do not deserve God's blessings. Harboring an atom of such a contrary attitude or thoughts like that of the older son is more than enough reason to seek the face of God and ask for His forgiveness.

The words of encouragement from the prodigal son's father (to the angry one) makes a very distinct point (Luke 15:31). As in, we should constantly be reminded that just as God has plans for those who are faithful to Him, it brings Him extreme joy when the unfaithful ones (including unbelievers) return home to Him. Rather than viewing God's favor, blessing, and mercy to others as being unmerited, just thank Him for the merciful Father that He is, and celebrate with the individuals in question.

HAVE A BLESSED DAY.

09/24/2014

A WILDERNESS MENTALITY

God clearly delivered the Israelites from the hands of the Egyptians and set them on a course to the promised land. Apparently, the Israelites clearly witnessed God's plagues on the Egyptians. Prior to departing from Egypt, the Lord gave the Israelites favor in the sight of the Egyptians who subsequently got plundered of silver, articles of gold and clothing (Exodus 12:35-36). Can we forget about the division of the Red Sea and how Pharaoh's army encountered their demise? You can clearly see that God was in the midst of the Israelites.

Having encountered the aforementioned miraculous works, you would expect the Israelites to believe that God is above every daunting circumstance. In as much as it's easy to scold the Israelites for their rebellious ways (to God), let's take a moment and reflect to see if we have the Israelites wilderness mentality.

As Christians, what makes us any different from the Israelites if we constantly complain about every (daunting) circumstance? When faced with the approaching Egyptians, the Israelites complained about being led out of Egypt (Exodus 14:10-12). At Marah, they complained against Moses due to the bitter water (Exodus 15:22-24). They also complained against Moses and Aaron when their cravings for meat and bread kicked in (Exodus 16:1-3).

In each of the aforementioned circumstances, God provided answers to the Israelites complaints (Exodus 14:26-28, Exodus 14:25, Exodus 16:12-15). What's also interesting is that God also punished some of them by granting them the desires of their heart made through complaining (Numbers 11:4, and verses 31-34). The Israelites granted desire for meat which presented a platform for God's wrath should be a warning to us; especially when complaining is in the midst of the equation.

It's evident that God was there with the Israelites through it all; they had to go through a process in order to be humbled. The process in question was there to see if the Israelites would keep God's commandments (Deuteronomy 8:2-6, Exodus 16:4). Speaking of following commandments, that was also an issue for the Israelites who clearly disobeyed God and Moses on various occasions (Exodus 16:18-20, Exodus 16:25-28).

A wilderness mentality (which the Israelites displayed through complaining) is an avenue which hinders anyone from stepping into places established by God. A wilderness mentality is active in the life of a Christian who gives temporary thanksgiving and reverence to God after a breakthrough, and resorts to complaining when faced with the next challenge (Exodus 14:30-31, Exodus 15:1-24). A wilderness mentality is clearly an evidence of not having total faith in God. Being relegated to an avenue inundated with complaints definitely has no benefit?

Rather than complaining, reflect on the miraculous works which God has done in your life. Rather than complaining, give thanksgiving to God. Regardless of whatever that situation is; stand firm and believe in God, and His glory will be manifested in your life (John 11:40). Do you think Paul and Silas would have experienced their breakthrough in prison by complaining about their circumstance (Acts 16:24-28)? Rather than being limited by a wilderness mentality (with complaints as one of its attributes), give thanksgiving to God for everything which He has done so far and that which is yet to be manifested.

HAVE A BLESSED WEEK.

09/23/2014

VARIED EFFORTS NEEDED FOR A BREAKTHROUGH

At the wedding in Cana of Galilee, Jesus Christ instructed the servants to fill the water pots with water (which He subsequently turned into wine. Apparently, these servants clearly filled the water pots up to their brim (John 2:6-7). The amount of wine that ended up being available at the wedding would most likely have been more than sufficient for the guests and this abundance boils down to the initial quantity of water which the servants placed in the water pots. Can you imagine if these servants had a different definition or interpretation for filling up the water pots? These servants clearly capitalized on the abundance of Jesus Christ and their diligent compliance to His words and efforts of their hands paid off.

How about King Jehoash and his quest for victory over the Arameans at Aphek (2 Kings 13:16-17). Clearly, Elisha gave King Jehoash a platform for his desired victory; a platform similar to that which Jesus Christ gave the aforementioned servants to fill the water pots. You would assume that King Jehoash quest for victory in battle would have stimulated such a high passion that he would have continuously struck the ground with the arrows as Elisha had instructed; however, that was not the case (2 Kings 13:18). King Jehoash clearly failed to capitalize on the given opportunity, and even Elisha confirmed it.

As Christians, it's possible to clearly hear what God clearly wants us to do for our desired breakthroughs, yet still fall short due to the works of our own hands. An effort and passion like that of King Jehoash would not deliver the desired breakthroughs that God desires for us. Such an effort only captures a portion of the larger territories which God has in stock (2 Kings 13:18). Have you totally given up just because the efforts put in so far has not manifested the desired result? It's possible that the aforementioned efforts have not filled the water pots needed for the manifestations of God's glory in your life.

HAVE A BLESSED WEEK.

09/22/2014

SELECTED LESSONS FROM THE WEDDING IN CANA OF GALILEE

Jesus Christ was invited to the wedding and we need to do the same in order to experience His miraculous works in our lives (John 2:1-2).

The wedding's host ran out of wine. In order to experience a miracle from Jesus Christ, a condition that needs His intervention needs to available (John 2:3).

Just like the mother of Jesus Christ did, be burdened enough to come to Him with the condition in question (John 2:3).

Just as Jesus Christ was moved by His mother's petition to address the condition, your petitions to Him must be persistent (John 2:3-5).

Just as Jesus Christ turned the water into wine, He will turn the ordinary conditions in your life into extraordinary ones (John 2:6-10).

When Jesus Christ performs a miracles, many are blessed by it.

The miracles of Jesus Christ causes a manifestation of God's glory; which in turn, causes others to believe in Him and be drawn to His kingdom (John 2:11).

09/22/2014

RAISING MY EBENEZER

Holding on to the past can definitely be a hindrance to ushering us into God's established paths. Even Lot's wife paid a significant price for considering the things of her past life (Genesis 19:23-26). However, the past also harbors God's miraculous works in our lives. Clearly, God delivered the Israelites from the hand of the Philistines through Samuel's intercession (1 Samuel 7:1-12). In recognition of God's divine favor and help, Samuel set up a memorial between Mizpah and Shen and named it Ebenezer.

God has been merciful to you. He has shown you divine grace and favor on various occasions. Just like Samuel did, have you raised an Ebenezer to acknowledge His miraculous works in your life? Think about the periods of agony and stress from being unemployed, think about the periods of pains from failed or strained relationships, think about the pains of your children not living up to your desired standards, think about those times when you struggled with some college classes; think about how God intervened during those daunting circumstances.

Having gotten that desired miracle, it's (sometimes) easy to lose sight of how far God has brought you. How does your Ebenezer tie into your current circumstances? Is there even a need to establish an Ebenezer? When today seems rough and the signs of tomorrow's hope seems bleak; be encouraged and go back to your Ebenezer. Your Ebenezer should be a reminder of God's miraculous work in your life. Your Ebenezer will give you the strength to press on because the same God that showed you divine grace and favor will do the same again. Regardless of whatever you are going through, be thankful to God because of the Ebenezer's that has been raised in your life.

HAVE A BLESSED WEEK.

08/30/2014

HALLMARKS OF DISCIPLESHIP

Are you a disciple of Jesus Christ? Clearly, being obedient to the teachings of Jesus Christ makes you His disciple (John 8:31). In addition, His disciple is someone who loves others regardless of if they do likewise or not (John 13:34-35). By being a disciple of Jesus Christ, you are expected to bear fruits (John 15:7-8). The fruits (in question) encompasses winning souls for Him, utilizing your gifts and resources for Him, and bearing evidence of the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). Finally; given that a disciple's primary responsibility is to populate the kingdom of God, we are expected to make other disciples (Matthew 28:16-20). Are you a disciple of Jesus Christ?

HAVE A BLESSED DAY