Tag: Christ

More About the Bible Leading to the Book of John: Part 1

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More about the Bible
The Bible is the most influential book named in the world. Translated into every known existing language, it is still read daily by large numbers of people around the world. The Bible is more than a so-called religious book filled with instructions for life and commandments to follow, it has changed lives, laid out foundations of many governments to follow, it is the basis on which judicial and educational institutions around the globe dedicate their code of conduct. In general, it chronicles the ancient promises to the Jewish people and their activities, but further historically, it is sometimes used as an anthropological bridge to help verify lost gaps of time for the dating of ancient events and people when no other script is accurate enough.
Whether you are a true Believer in God and his only son Jesus Christ or not, the Bible is the Word of God and is given “by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” The Bible is not just a book, but it tells God’s plans for mankind from the beginning of creation right to the future when the Son of God shall reign forever.

God’s Promise: Reward of Life

the Lord is not slack concerning his promise

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Our names are written in the Book of Life
If we confess Him to the world.
If we walk in his favor bringing honor to his name by living a life that pleases God and by trusting him at his word, then there is proof of conviction and conversion.
We overcome the world, lost to the whims and fancies of life that hold no meaning to God because He has no preeminence.
Being friends with the world and loving the things of the world puts us at enmity with Christ.
We cannot have two masters.
Christ as savior seals us with the Holy Spirit unto the day of redemption.
There is nothing that can separate us from the love of God, neither death, hell, Satan, or the grave.
He promised when our name is written in the Book of Life, it will never be erased.

(References: Revelation 3:5 “I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels.”

2 Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise.”

Anxiety Can Strangle Faith

our faith is wrung tight and stretched in all directions until it is so thin, we worry about its efficacy.

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Anxiety creates stress which can be destructive to the body. High blood pressure, weakened immune system, mental health concerns as well as heart problems can develop. The prayer warrior is subjected to the emotional and physical shifts of anxiety. In fact, like any follower of Jesus Christ living in this present evil world, we face one challenge after another, while trying to be obedient to God.
We are tested every day. Our faith is wrung tight and stretched in all directions until it is so thin, we worry about its efficacy. But if we keep our eyes on the Lord and lean not onto our understanding, then we will come out on the other side of the trials, situations, or doubts, as fine, pure gold.

Casting all your cares upon Him for He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7

A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. James 1:8

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Work for him by spreading the good news of salvation.

Prayer Warrior and the End of Days

Being good and fair to others is a virtue that is dying a slow death. Soon we will be living in a world where instant gratification becomes the prize to success. There will be only one winner and everyone else, losers. A world where there are no half measures, only all or nothing, and love will be a passing emotion if used correctly may result in selfish benefits.


These are the end of days.

Times are coming when there will be wars and rumors of wars. When brother shall rise against brother, families will be torn apart, there will be constant chaos in the streets, and life as we know it will cease to be.
Rejoice. Now is not that time.
As followers of Jesus Christ, we are still here on this earth, and the Son of Man has not yet returned. We are to work while it is still day because the night comes when no one can work. Work for Him by spreading the Good News of Salvation.

But the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night in which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. 2 Peter 3:10

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also take time to remember the warrior wo talked to the Lord on your behalf.

Prayer Warrior Gratitude

Gratitude is a delicate state of mind. “A quality of being thankful, ready to show appreciation and to return kindness.”
A need for prayer is requested.
Words to the Lord ascend in compassion and love.
An answer is given and received time passes, and the waiting continues.
Where is the attitude of gratitude?
Where are the words of kindness?
Where is the giving of thanks?
Always give thanks to the Lord for His goodness.
But also take time to remember the warrior who talked to the Lord on your behalf.
Let us weep, sit, commiserate, and rejoice together, lest we forget to be grateful to those who pray for our needs.

And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine? There are not found that returned to give glory to God save this stranger. Luke 17: 17 and 18

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Once the Lord lays something on the heart, conviction mounts, the Holy Spirit impresses on the warrior to follow through in prayer.

The Prayer Warrior Requests

What should the warrior pray for when there are no prayer requests?
Should the warrior wait for the phone to ring, for a knock at the door, or divine intervention?
How does the warrior know when there is a need?
The Bible says, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path. He knows the needs of all His children and all the creatures of this earth. The Lord is in control of the world economy and the state of every country. He allows leaders to gain power while at the same time topples mighty regimes with a single wave of his hand. God never sleeps, never checks out, and is always present in sickness, and health.
The God we serve is all-knowing, all-seeing, all present, full of compassion, mercy, and love. He is touched by the feelings of our infirmities, making it easy for the warrior to ask the Lord for a prayer assignment. Then, whatever the lot doled out, the warrior must accept it in faith and understanding.
Once the Lord lays something on the heart, conviction mounts, then the Holy Spirit impresses on the warrior to follow through in prayer.

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With every single prayer uttered, the warrior is recharged, revived and ready for battle again

Prayer Warrior in Need of Prayer

The mission of a prayer warrior is to pray for others.
They fight for others by going before the problem and bringing it up to the Lord with all boldness. It is their calling; to be selfless, thinking about others, making the sacrifice to serve others when they too may be in need.


In the book of Ephesians chapter 6, we must put on the full armor of God so we can withstand the fiery darts of the devil. We do not wrestle against flesh and blood but against principalities, against powers, against rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. The strength of the warrior lies with the Lord. As the warrior prays and becomes dependent on God, power from God sustains the warrior in the evil day.


As a doctor needing a doctor when he or she is ill, it is not unusual for the warrior to falter in battle and suffer the scars of many wounds. Tragedy, sickness, loss of employment, insurmountable stress, the occasional unbelief, and doubt may fell the warrior from time to time. It is not unusual as warriors are human and are also subject to all the machinations of life. Therefore, they are in great need of support.


Unfortunately, much like the poor man who saved the city cited in the book of Ecclesiastes chapter 9 verse 15, and was forgotten, so too we forget the warrior in our devotions. With every single prayer uttered, the warrior is recharged, revived, refreshed, and ready for battle once again.

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whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.

Prayer Warrior Testifies

The Warrior is a witness of God’s goodness.
The Warrior is not ashamed to be called a child of God and stands firm in the faith and the knowledge of the Lord.
The Warrior testifies in word and deed.

But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 10:30

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The warrior needs to draw near to him in simple and willing obedience.

Prayer Warrior Remembers

The Remembrance Feast or the Lord’s Supper is not a duty and should not be such.
It is a privilege. An answer to a dying request.
It is not a command.
It is not a religious service.
We do not follow systemic rituals or tradition; we follow our Saviour.
As followers of Christ, we strive to be like Him because He is our example.
His words mapped in the Holy Scriptures set instructions for us to follow.
We do not follow any earthly man or system. Called, we use the gifts he bestowed on us.
In war-torn areas of the world, many followers of Christ remember him in secret, hidden away for fear of discovery yet, bravely take precious opportunity to worship the Father and contemplate the Son.
A good Warrior must take time to remember the One they work for and who controls all things.
The Warrior needs to draw near to him in simple and willing obedience.

He took bread and gave thanks and brake it and gave unto them saying, this is my body which is given for you this do in remembrance of me. Likewise also the cup after supper saying, this cup is the new testament in my blood which is shed for you. Luke 22: 19 and 20

For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup you do show the Lord’s death till he come. 1 Corinthians 11:26

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Watch and pray that you enter not into temptation.

Prayer Warrior Watches

Be on the alert.
As we wait for Him to answer, to accept our praise, our thanksgiving, we are to watch for Him, to look to Him.
Not waiting with anxiety but remaining positive.
There should be anticipation in our eyes and our words as we talk with him.
He is our friend, our guide, our master.
Not to be commanded by us.
Not to be persuaded by well-designed words.
He is touched by the feelings of our infirmities and knows all things.
Thus, he cannot deny himself the compassion he has for his children.
Knowing this, we need to wait in simple faith and take heed.
Lest a little slumber, a little sleep our confidence begins to dwindle in quietness.
Our eyes can skip off from him.
Temptation can loom large before our sight with the lazy smile of seduction.
Without a doubt, we can slip, lose our stance and stumble headlong into the trap of the enemy.
Best to remain vigilant with our eyes fixed on Him, always alert and on the lookout knowing with all confidence and certainty, he answers all our prayers.

Watch and pray, that you enter not into temptation; the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. Matthew 26:41