Campus Invasion OAU - Things to Know When Preparing For The Future
In the morning session, Day 2 of CAMPUS INVASION, Pastor Emmanuel Iren taught on "Things to know when preparing for the future."Apostle opened the sermon teaching by saying there must be a balance of wisdom and power in preparing for the future. He used his life as a critical example of a strong manifestation of the wisdom of God.He further stated that there are things we must learn and do early in preparing for the future.The first point discussed was to MAKE RELATIONSHIP CHOICES BRILLIANTLY.Apostle made us understand that there are things that are accrued to us not by intelligence but by relationships. He added that if one is poor with relationships, one will hinder the move of God in one's life. The spirit and power to discern has been given to men, and thus, we must build the right and healthy relationship. An example examined was Abraham, who was hospitable to the angels of his blessings. Luke 24:28Apostle further admonished us to be of good behaviour and be hospitable. He emphasized that there are many encounters one would miss if one is not hospitable.He added that some angelic encounters are provoked by hospitality, not only by praying and fasting. He said that the world thrives on relationships and thus, we should not treat people less and we should not be arrogant.In addition, Apostle spoke on three levels of relationship that we must be conscious about📍1. Relationship with mentors📍2. Relationship with peers/people📍3. Relationship with protegesHe stated that some people do not have the wisdom to maintain greatness, even if introduced to it. He emphasized that we should watch our tongue. Sometimes our tongue is a hindrance to God's blessing. Apostle added that foolishness can destroy relationships. We must watch our tongue and character.In our relationship with people, we must be able to discern and be wise, "Not everybody who is looking up to you will remain there". He made us understand that "if there's any great person that took interest in you and suddenly start to avoiding you, take note, you are doing something wrong." He admonished us to reposition ourselves to be a person of value.Furthermore, Apostle taught on MARRIAGE as an important relationship we must get right, and if gotten wrong, it can destroy every other thing. He said that marrying the wrong person is equivalent to 'zero'. And urge us to be careful while choosing a life partner. As a guide, Apostle said we should not choose and judge a partner by what we like, but judge them by what we do not like and manage. Watch the excesses!In addition, Apostle spoke on BRAVERY.A cognitive point he gave is that one cannot be a success without being curious. We must master bravery. Learn to speak up for ourselves and do not avoid confrontation. He emphasized that "no one will believe you if you do not believe in yourself". Learn to be brave and believe in yourself!Lastly, Apostle spoke on an important thing to learn early in preparing for the future, which was to LEARN HOW TO PRAY.He started by saying life is spiritual, and it is a must to learn how to pray in order to survive. He admonished us to have a prayer life. We must build capacity in the place of prayer, that it would be evident to all. He said prayer gives power, and thus, we must know God and activate power in the place of prayer.References were made to 1 Kings 18:5, Prov 22:29, establishing us as kings whose service bestows authority in the presence of God. Apostle further implored us to make prayer a habit, interact, and learn boldness in the place of prayer.Most importantly, he stated that we must learn to pray in tongues. He made us understand the mystery of utterances. Psalms 104:3-4. We speak under the influence of the Holy Ghost in our consciousness.Through the auction of the Holy Ghost, utterances are inspired - Acts 2:3.Thus; every time we speak in tongues, we partner with the Holy Ghost, as a step in preparation for our future.
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