SEATED IN HEAVENLY PLACES

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f there’s anything that we want in life, it is power. We always want to be on top of our game, in the helm of affairs, make decisions for ourselves and if possible make them for people. Man was designed to take charge and dominate, Gen. 1:26-30 states this fact clearly. We are created in such a way as to represent the power of God here on earth not by struggle or cajoling or bargaining or diplomacy but by the sheer fact that we are like God.

               The sad truth is we no longer have that power as the mere men that we have become because of our fallen state but there is hope and that hope is that we can become that which we once were through JESUS! Our place of power was taken away by satan and Jesus took it back from him by shedding his blood for us on the cross in the most beautiful and swiftest exchange ever! God took the body of fallen man, turned ashes to beauty, immortality took the place of mortality to give mortal man a place in eternity. Divinity transformed into frailty just to bring man back to the place of authority… SEATED IN HEAVENLY PLACES!

LEAP OF FAITH

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ome times in life, it takes extra-ordinary grace to come out of comfort zone. Our hurt experience can put us in the state of fear that even if we are faced with a golden opportunity we would be too intimidated to the point where we ignore the glory ahead because of the past. I’ve been there before and I understand if you are afraid of taking that chance. You may have heard God clearly but fear says, ‘…but remember what happened last time’. Fear retards you and cages you in. But Jesus says, “if you have faith like a mustard seed…” he didn’t say like faith like a mango seed. He only asks for a little faith, it may not be much but it’s enough.

      Oftentimes we ask for a certain form of confirmation from God, he honours us and gives us that sign but the fear and uncertain part of us – which is normal, still asks for more. Let’s take for example Gideon in the bible. He was the least in his father’s house and yet God chose him for an assignment. He asked the angel that came to wait till he brings out his offering, the angel accepted his request and finally when he came with it the angel did much more than just accept it, he lit it up with fire just by touching the meat and then disappeared. That was a confirmation to proceed with the duty. In other assignments, he kept asking for one more sign even after a sign has been given. (Judges 6) Some would say he wanted to be double sure, and you may be right but the angel had already given him a peep into the future by saying, “The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valour”. Such salutation! But Gideon started off first by complaining rather than ask what the greeting meant.

      How many times has God given us a message and yet we see the problems around us bigger than Him who has called? I’ve been there so many times and I guess that’s why this is coming across to us. Take that leap right now. Whatever God has called you to do, a small project or a gargantuan mission, all it takes is a mustard faith, eyes closed and a mind that says, “faithful is he who has called he will also do it”. Get up and Get out! Do that thing right now and stop asking questions. It’s good to ask for a sign but, see what Jesus says, “Blessed are they who believe though they’ve not seen!” Now JUMP!!!

Singing Preacher

In 2014 when Singing with Grace began, it was quite overwhelming and challenging but it turned out to be a very memorable experience. The joy, laughter, fun and enthusiastic build up to the event was just heavenly. I remember rolling on he floor and in serious tears of joy. How time flies! It's three years now and we're here again. God said, "title this edition, GLORY EXPERIENCE, it's time for me to come down like never before!" and we are expecting! Come expecting too! It is going to be a TRANSFIGURATION evening!

Last time we featured here on the blog one of the guest ministers for this year's concert, today we're presenting the next on the list. Though not a first timer, he was at last year's event and this year we thought it wise to have him officially as a minister. His name is Zumba Chinedu John, a gospel minister

TIME

The title above came to me in my sleep in the early of the day of this write up. One of the most important and valued asset of all ages is time. The book of Ecclesiastics clearly states in chapter 3 that there is time for everything. God himself doesn’t work without timing. He has a perfect time for you. Taking a deep insight into that scripture shows that from a baby’s first cry to man’s final breathe, a season is appointed to all of his life’s endeavor.

      Take a look around you, what time is it for you? The time of life and death is not in your hands but we have the other times in your hands. That’s privilege! God has given you the leverage to do what you must now that you can! Don’t go with the thought, “it’s too late”. Nope it’s not!

Singing With Grace

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

Apostle Paul in his words to the gentile churches made the statement, "For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power", (1Cor. 4:20). From the context from where this verse was taken, there was an argument of those who thought that being fluent in speech meant they had a better understanding of the Word, but Paul demonstrates that it's not word alone but power accompanying the Word! The Word of Christ in us gives us an edge over all facets of life's challenges. Moreso, it has the ability to set us apart from those who think they know. The Word has an effect unlike any other. When it dwells in us, it translates to teachings, admonishing and making music in all spirituality and Grace in our hearts to GOD!

Music is one very powerful tool

EXODUS

Just seems like yesterday we were in 2015, now 2016 is coming to an end. I have news from God for you this season and that news is this, “I have heard your cry, seen your frustrations, observed your struggles and have followed up your case till date, and now I have come down to deliver you!” God says, “Get ready to leave, the time is now! You have dwelt long enough in this mount!” In Deuteronomy, Moses spoke to Israel motivating them to move out of their comfort zone, there was much land to possess even though they feel comfortable. For the sake of God’s promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, they had many more lands yet to be possessed! (Deut. 1:6-8)

David Ibiyeomie

You're very correct if you say "we've been off grid". On behalf of the entire KTF TEAM, I apologise. We are working on something very serious and when we're done, you'd be glad you were patient with us.

Today is a special day, there's so much to be unhappy about but I tell you what there are "10,000 reasons for our hearts to find" (Matt Redman - Bless the Lord oh my soul). Count your blessings name them one by one. God is working out something for you in the midst of all your troubles. Hold on and Keep The Faith!

Pastor David Ibiyeomie
Senior Pastor Salvation Ministries

Well, news making the round is that today is the birthday of one of Heaven's finest sons, Pastor David Ibiyiome. Born in Bonny Island on October 21, 1962, his late parents were indigenes of Bolo Town in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers state. He became born again in 1995 and also discovered his divine calling same year. That kinda reminds me of Apostle Paul.

Everyone's got to have a mentor somehow, someone to check your progress or someone you admire and aspire to be like and as God would have it, Bishop David Oyedepo was the angel in human form sent to polish him and the fruits are evident in his ministry today as his church SALVATION MINISTRIES is the fastest growing church in the South South region of Nigeria.

He attended full time Bible School at the Word of Faith Bible Institute, an arm of Pastor David Oyedepo’s ministries in 1996. In the course of his training, he was greatly influenced by Bishop Oyedepo’s standards.

Author of many books, Faith speaker, motivator, mentor to many and much more, did I forget? He's a great dancer, you need to see him do the Ikwerre waist dance, if you're a woman you'd be ashamed cos he'd beat you to it... Don't mind me, but don't disbelieve me.

David Ibiyeomie is joyfully married to Peace Ibiyeomie, who is also a pastor by calling and they are blessed with a son, David.

Sir, we are GroupKTF celebrate with you and pray your ministry blossoms more in Jesus name!

In other news...

Shola Idowu 

On Twitter this morning, I saw something ooo... Hmmm...

Remember that lady that always looks like a man and raps better than some men too??? I'm not talking of Sasha, I'm talking of Wierd MC! I heard she's now born again and doing gospel music!

@wolexforreal's tweet says so. We shall investigate sha...

What can we say? God is gradually bringing them into the kingdom. God do more! Put flames on them and turn them to your mighty power of salvation!

Praise the Lord!