Tuesday, May 26, 2009

That I may not be Disqualified

Why talk about disqualification? This topic for me is a very vital one so long as Christianity is concerned. Christianity is a principled phenomena that was laid down by Jesus Christ. To some people, it is a nice way to present yourself in a society where other religions are not considered much whereas others see Christianity as a social club without any strict rules, an avenue for its members to function. However, the Apostle Paul describes it as a race governed by rules and regulations which in default, one is disqualified and exempted from all benefits that come with it.

What are these rules and regulations? The author, Kwabena Obeng Duedu attempts to bring out some of the rules that are less considered in the race of Christianity. In this book, he also attempt to ask why God should disqualify people when the day comes. Is he not the merciful God? Did he not say our salvation does not come by deeds but by grace? Did Jesus not die for all siners? Join the author, as he tries to find answers to these and many other questions that pertain to Christian Discipline.

Monday, May 25, 2009

Seeking your dream

As you seek your dream,
you'll have hard times,
and you'll have great times.
The unexpected will arise
and stymie your steps,
but you'll overcome
each obstacle with
courage and dedication.
And you'll learn
with every mile you cross
and face the journey ahead
with greater confidence.
Even when you feel
lost in the clouds,
you'll find that
your dreams are still there,
and they'll give you the
strength and direction you need.
And you'll know that
you were never really lost
and never will be.

Hope ....

Hope is knowing that a positive outcome awaits.

Hope is not only expecting a dream to come true,
but having a deep assurance that it's within
your reach.

Hope is saying you can.

Hope is knowing that you can improve and that you always get better with practice.

Hope is knowing that you can achieve your goals
through hard work and persistence.

Hope is looking to the future with joy and
having an expectation of better things to come.

Hope is the knowledge that life is everlasting,
and that miracles happen every day.

Hope is something that never abandons you.
Even when your life is filled with sadness
and disappointment, a spark remains inside
to help you get through the rough times.

Hope is one of God's greatest gifts to you,
because it's the magic that inspires you to keep
trying, learning, loving, and living.

God Said...

I thought my dreams were impossible,
but God said, "All things are possible."
(Luke 18:27)

I was lost and confused. I thought I'd never find
a solution, but God said, "I will direct your steps."
(Proverbs 3:5)

I almost gave up. I thought I couldn't do it,
but God said, "You can do all things."
(Philippians 4:13)

I almost quit. I thought my efforts weren't worth
the trouble, but God said, "It will be worth it."
(Romans 8:28)

I thought I'd never make it. I thought I didn't have what it takes, but God said, "I'll supply all your needs."
(Philippians 4:19)

I was worried. I felt trapped beneath a mountain
of despair, but God said, "Cast your worries on me."
(I Peter 5:7)

I thought I couldn't do it, because I wasn't smart enough, but God said,
"I give you wisdom."
(Corinthians 1:30)

I suffered from guilt. I was angry at myself for what
I'd done, but God said, "I forgive you."
(I John 1:9)

I disliked myself. I thought that no one loved me,
but God said, "I love you."
(John 3:16)

I wept, because I was lonely, but God said,
"I will never leave you or forsake you."
(Hebrews 13:5)