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Taxes

Be tax compliant church of Jesus Christ.

This is about the Christian who ought do right by complying with the laws and regulations established by governing authorities. Do not expose yourself to just judgement such as penalties and fines, including the risk of imprisonment because you failed to do what is right.

ERS formerly known as SRA is our revenue agency tasked by the government to collect revenue from businesses and individuals.

Tax collection has evolved overtime as seen throughout scripture. Egypt used 20% collection tax on grain harvest, those who could not pay were required to provide manual labor as payment. (Genesis 47:13-26 ). The Babylonian system relied on tax levied on expected agricultural land. Compulsory military and civil service , forced labour and tributes. (2 Kings 24 & 25) The Roman Empire initially used private collectors for regional tax who were allowed to keep a profit but Caesar changed it to direct wealth and census based assessments.

Jesus found himself in the Roman Imperial system.
“Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar”. Matthew 22:21. Render to ERS what belongs to ERS. Whenever the kingdoms of Israel revolted against their captors by refusing to pay tribute, they were harshly punished. (2 Kings 17:3-6, 2 Kings 24:20, 25:1–7, 2 Chronicles 36:11–13, 2 Kings 18:7). By law ERS has the right to “punish” you for not abiding by their laws and regulations.

Romans 13: 2 Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.

3 For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. 
Apart from earthly rulers and authorities, God also has the right to “punish” dishonesty by means of rebuke and correction. The devil only capitalizes on it to hurt and utterly destroy you. Therefore, do not give him the legal right to do so.

Proverbs 11:1 The LORD detests the use of dishonest scales, but he delights in accurate weights.
Leviticus 19 :35 You must not use dishonest measures of length, weight, or volume. 36 You shall maintain honest scales and weights, an honest ephah, and an honest hin. I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.

The Lord detests dishonest measurements, in other scriptures it is described as an abomination. This why we should not be lovers of money because the love of money will cause us to break the law of God.


Micah 6:10-11 What shall I say about the homes of the wicked filled with treasures gained by cheating? What about the disgusting practice of measuring out grain with dishonest measures?
11 How can I tolerate your merchants who use dishonest scales and weights?

It is unjust for you to accumulate wealth through false means such as tax evasion and various forms of fraud.
His word says it is harder for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven because of such reasons. Wealth accumulated through dishonest means dwindles. Business people do not deal deceitfully with your customers, suppliers, employees and revenue authority. The Lord himself has the right to destroy that business. At times you believe you are being attacked by the devil when it is simply the finger of God against you. You may be running a legitimate business but lying on your taxes is still a sin. You will blame the devil when ERS comes knocking but it will only be due to your negligence and deceit.

Save yourself the humiliation and frustration of being rightfully caught on the wrong side of the law through audits by simply being compliant. Meet all stated requirements and regulations. Declare the correct amount, weight and measurements and pay your employees and suppliers on time.
(James 5:4, Leviticus 19:13, Colossians 4:1 ).
If you do what is right the Lord will bless and provide you with divine assistance and wisdom in extremely difficult seasons but never be pressured to commit fraud, for ERS, satan and God himself have the right to deal with you.
As he assisted Jacob in accumulating livestock and wealth while his father in law Laban tried to cheat him of what was his, he will surely assist you if you are honest and diligent.
Genesis 30 & 31,

Colossians 3:25 For he who does wrong will be punished for his wrongdoing, and [with God] there is no partiality [no special treatment based on a person’s position in life].

Matthew 6:24. “No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.
Proverbs 13:11 Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.

The children of God should not deal by any means of deception, for it is not of the spirit of Christ but the devil’s. God cannot protect what is not standing on his word, truth, justice and righteousness. As he expects us to abide faithfully by his law, he also expects us to abide by the laws that govern us, as long as those laws are not in rebellion to his word.
The argument whether ERS’s assessment system is fair or not remains open to scrutiny. You are still required by law to comply until the necessary adjustments are made.

If you are looking to start a business, diligently research to gain all the knowledge and information on how to conduct your business ethically. Do not perish because of the lack of knowledge.

“I did not know”
Be blessed.

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The Blood 🩸 of Jesus.

Holy Communion covenant.

For the fast I am on, I knew in me that I will have to part take in the remembrance of Christ’s death on the cross through the Holy Communion. About a few days in, I asked the Holy Spirit that as I continue part taking, may He teach me something new. I wanted to have a different understanding and personal revelation of what took place in, and what it signified for me, so I can have a different view and appreciation for the Holy communion and stop treating it like a ritual as we are so often in the habit of doing. The Holy Spirit and the Lord Jesus (I believe it was a team effort) little by little gave me new perspective that I will share.

I know the Bible verses begin with Jesus’s taking and blessing the bread, but I feel led to begin talking about the blood, the life blood of Jesus Christ as he put it to me. We know the reason(s) why Jesus had to die on the cross. He died to not only cancel the debt of sin against us but to take it away. The blood of lambs, goats, doves and other lives animals were not capable of taking away sin.
John 1:29 The next day John saw Jesus coming toward and said, “Look, the lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!”
Leviticus 1:5 You are to lay your hand on the head of the burnt offering, and it will be accepted on your behalf to make atonement for you.
Leviticus 17:11 For the life a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar; it is the blood that makes atonement for one’s life. (Remember this verse) Leviticus 17
Hebrews 9:9 This is an illustration for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered were not able to clear the conscience of the worshipper.

Atonement:

General definition is reparation for wrong doing. Compensation, restitution, amends. Hebrew meaning is kaphar means to cover over, cleanse and purify.
The blood of animals had no power to make one holy, I mean to cleanse and purify one’s heart. Hebrews 9:13 The blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so they are outwardly clean.
God set up these regulations so that man could fellowship with him. It required constant sacrifice for outward cleansing. This is why they sinned consistently, since the life of a thing is in the blood, animals don’t possess holiness, godliness and purity. No spiritual power or authority to change the heart of a man. (This is why I find it ridiculous when fellow Africans worship “ancestors” because what power does the spirit of a dead human whom you sacrifice animals to have? These are just demons. I digress.) However Christ God the Son came into this world to die, having lived a blameless life, disarmed all powers and principality that ruled this world. Therefore when we are born again, we die in our flesh and are made alive in him in spirit, by the spirit of Christ. The Holy Spirit is able to give us power of over sin and change the posture of our hearts so we can be able to live a holy and godly life as Jesus did. Romans 6:8-11, Colossians 2:9-14.
Hebrews 9:14 How much more, then will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciousness from acts that lead to death, so we may serve the living God.
22 Infact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness 28 so Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear a second time not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him.
Sin a strong hold in the life of man, there only power or remedy to this is the blood of Jesus, not only does it buy you forgiveness, it also defeats the bondage of sin. The blood of animals had no such power. The Lord operated under the power of the Holy Spirit, he died one with the father, one with us in the flesh as man and one with the Spirit so when he rises we can have the ability to operate in the fullness of the Holy Trinity. John 14:23 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them”. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in my name will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you”

Coming back to Leviticus 17:11 The Life of a thing is in the blood.
1 Corinthians 15:21-22 Since a man brought death, a man also brought life back from death. 22As everyone dies because of Adam, so also everyone will be made alive because of Christ. The Lord revealed to me that It is the Life blood of Jesus- because his life is in the blood. When you speak the blood of Jesus in any circumstances you are declaring his life. In the spirit realm we take up the Spirit of Christ. He himself was operating in the power of the Holy Spirit, whilst fulfilling the commands of God. Therefore through him now we are able to receive the Holy Spirit. Jesus is the only ‘ancestor’ we should acknowledge and revere because he died and ROSE and everything in the earth is under him.
I understand Paul when he said “I no longer live but Christ lives in me”. He had completely died to his flesh, his spirit because we have our own spirit as mankind, therefore he had fully surrendered himself to the spirit of Christ. This is the only strife of man today, to fully surrender himself. Christ has done it all.
His blood buys us forgiveness, healing, deliverance even from death, and all kinds of oppression. Believe in his blood, acknowledge his blood daily in your prayers, and have a different view about it about when you part take in the Holy Communion.
I highly recommend reading Hebrews chapter 9 & 10 and Leviticus.
Be blessed, Let the life of Jesus speak on your behalf. Amen 🙏🏽


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Eswatini

A guy icon will die, marking the beginning of God’s judgment on the homosexual movement in this nation. Repent while there is still time, otherwise many will follow him in painful ways. This is a detestable sin that has ravaged this nation and the Lord plans the rid (cleanse) this nation of it.

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Eswatini

The young shall outrun the old.
They will not outrun them due to difference in age and strength. But they will outrun them due to the zeal they will have for the Lord. They will surpass those in the faith that have invested the years, and passed the time. They will outrun those that started well, had the zeal in the beginning but have grown weary and are at the point of giving in when my work isn’t finished yet. Those who all they have to show is the number of years they have been saved, the number of times they have read the whole Bible. “They know God” well what have you to show for it? What have you accomplished in the said time for the Lord?
Let my young do the work, let my young do my work. It is I the Lord that has commissioned them. I am sending them to do the work you have failed to do. You no longer have the zeal for the Lord. Do not discourage them for they are young.
Was David not a young boy when he defeated Goliath? Daniel when he served under Nebuchadnezzar or Jeremiah when I called him? It is good and well when it is the young men you read about and reference in scripture for their bravery and courage, but when I the Lord want to use, anoint, and appoint the young amongst you now, you tell them to sit down, it is not their time yet! It is not their place, what do they know!? “Nisebancane kabi nine, tsine siyihambile lendlela, yindze, ilukhuni, iyabita, ninga jaki” I can hear them. The seasoned in the faith they call them.
Do I not as Lord call , commission, appoint and anoint whom soever I choose? Therefore do not stand in their way, do frustrate them, do not stand in my way!

The Lord will pour out his spirit on his sons and daughters (Joel 2:28) The Holy Spirit will personally minister to these children. I don’t know the age group, but some will be very young. These children will seem to be out of their minds, some will be overwhelmed by the presence of the Spirit of God upon their lives. Therefore, it is very important for parents, families to take note of this and to not be afraid. Support the child and pray for the child. The presence of God no matter how overwhelming it has never made anyone actually lose their minds. God does not give one more than they can bear.
Do not want to rush to take the children to any person whether pastor, prophet, so called bathandzazi, people who will try to contaminate their gift or lead the child astray. Parent or guardian who finds themselves in this situation, pray to God and ask him how to best assist the child. Tell the child not to fear, it is God. Open the scriptures, point them to my word where I have personally and divinely encountered my people all throughout scripture; Moses (Exodus 3:1-12), Jacob (Genesis 28), Samuel (1 Samuel:3), Ezekiel (Ezekiel 1), Jeremiah (Jeremiah 1), John (Revelations 1), Mary (Luke 1:26), Paul (Acts 9:1-20). Read to them my word. This will give them assurances and comfort that they are not in fact “going crazy”. These encounters are not strange or new, I have also shown myself to others many years before them today. Tell them to listen to my words carefully. I will minister to them, I will teach them, I will use them, best of all I will love and protect them. Do not make them fear my presence. Do not encourage the fear that will come upon them. Instead, help them to come near to me. Tell them to pray while with them, then when you feel you must leave, then leave them alone with me. Do not ask me to show less of myself or spirit, do not tell me it is too much for the child to bear. I am the Lord, I am God. It is the right amount of my Spirit, my glory that they need for the work I have called them for.

1 Corinthians 1:118For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

 19 For it is written:

“I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.” 
25 For the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength.

26 Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. 27 But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, 29 so that no one may boast before him. 30 It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. 31 Therefore, as it is written: “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.”


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Gifts:Talents

The bible answers for the bible, therefore the Lord answers for himself.This message makes me fascinated by God’s orderliness. It is from my notes app and I knew when I finished with the first one I will put this one up next because they compliment each other. While skimming through it I realized just how complementary they are. I wrote this one a few months ago, and I must say It is the best lesson and message the Holy Spirit has given me this year, not realizing at the time that he will use it to support the initial message (iDENTITY) that I wrote outright on this blog. To Jesus be the glory.

Exodus 31:1-11 Craftsmen: Bezalel and Oholiab

1Then the LORD said to Moses, 2“Look, I have specifically chosen Bezalel son of Uri, grandson of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. 3I have filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, ability, and expertise in all kinds of crafts. 4He is a master craftsman, expert in working with gold, silver, and bronze. 5He is skilled in engraving and mounting gemstones and in carving wood. He is a master at every craft!

6“And I have personally appointed Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, to be his assistant. Moreover, I have given special skill to all the gifted craftsmen so they can make all the things I have commanded you to make:

7the Tabernacle;a the Ark of the Covenant;b the Ark’s cover—the place of atonement; all the furnishings of the Tabernacle;

8the table and its utensils; the pure gold lampstand with all its accessories; the incense altar;

9the altar of burnt offering with all its utensils; the washbasin with its stand;

10the beautifully stitched garments—the sacred garments for Aaron the priest, and the garments for his sons to wear as they minister as priests;

11the anointing oil; the fragrant incense for the Holy Place. The craftsmen must make everything as I have commanded you.”

We know that in the Old Testament times the Holy Spirit did not dwell in people. I did the research to discover and confirm that this is the only time in the Old Testament that one was ever filled with the Spirit of God- simply for the purpose of physical labor, it should be noted . It instantly makes it known that God considered this assignment to be of tremendous importance. Bazel son of Uri had a huge assignment to oversee and accomplish, therefore the Lord saw it fit to fill him with his spirit. This tremendous amount of work mentioned in the scripture above was accomplished in just 6 days. Where else have we witnessed a lot work be completed in such a short time? Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. 31 God saw all that he had made and it was very good. And there was morning-the sixth day. Genesis 2:2 By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work.
God is very intentional in everything he does, as it was in the beginning of creation so was it be in the ‘creation’ of the first Tabernacle, the Spirit of God overseeing and finally resting on the 7th day. The Lord actually instructed them to observe the sabbath (Exodus 31:15-17). Bezalel had to be divinely connected to the source in order to be capable to carry out this work and lead his team well.

This now brings us to Peter 4:10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of heavenly lights, who does not change like the shifting shadows.

We are able to walk in our full potential when divinely connected and surrendered to Holy Spirit because he enhances our abilities(skills) with the necessary wisdom and understanding to accomplish necessary work.
Daniel 1: 3 Then the king ordered Ashpenaz, chief of his court officials, to bring into the king’s service some of the Israelites from the royal family and the nobility— 4 young men without any physical defect, handsome, showing aptitude for every kind of learning, well informed, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s palace. He was to teach them the language and literature of the Babylonians.  5 The king assigned them a daily amount of food and wine from the king’s table. They were to be trained for three years, and after that they were to enter the king’s service. 6 Among those who were chosen were some from Judah: Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah. 8 But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way 17 To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning. And Daniel could understand visions and dreams of all kinds.

We are very familiar with the story of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. They were chosen along with their peers, all distinguished and qualified in meeting the criteria set by the king in order to be to trained to serve in his counsel. Nothing had set them apart, yet. When Daniel and his three friends chose to consecrate themselves, to remain surrendered to Lord, he enhanced their abilities to be ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his kingdom and to Daniel bestowed an extra supernatural ability to understand and interpret the meaning of dreams and visions. The Holy Spirit will set you apart from your peers in a way than mere hard work and dedication cannot produce for you. Those young men all spent 3 years learning the same material but only these four surrendered to the Lord were far superior. Listen, we don’t all learn at the same pace and there are different levels of human intelligence, but to be ten times superior can only be attributed to the Lord given the circumstances. Therefore even with extreme hard work and dedication we are still limited if we are not connected and surrendered to the giver of the gift, talent, intelligence and skill. Simply put, the Holy Spirit increases your IQ.

The Contrast of this looks like; past and present musicians, athletes, designers, artists, engineers doctors, scientists, financiers and even pastors conjure up fallen spiritual entities to enter into covenants with them in order to enhance their abilities to create, perform, and reach levels of success beyond their human limitations. That is why we have fallen angel technology today for example. We are highly intelligent beings, but the kind of technology we possess is far beyond human brilliance if we are being honest with ourselves, don’t let the movie Lucy fool you. Even some of the architecture, fashion designs, where are they getting this ‘inspiration’ from? It can only be from demonic entities. Most are bold enough to confess it, through their music videos, magazines covers, interviews and social media platforms.
They plaster their symbolism as a sign of allegiance, honor and praise to their gods, just like we publicly honor our God, the one true Living God. I have never understood why the medical symbol in America predominantly has two snakes coiled up on a staff. Are snakes known to be healers or killers ? What then does that say about the agenda of that field or organization ? Deep down you know the truth!

The devil wanted allegiance from the Lord Jesus Christ, the nerve honestly. If Jesus bent the knee, he would have given him the treasures of this world. This is still the same enticing pitch he uses today. Many have taken it, that is why at times you find people less talented and intelligent than others occupying positions they have not merited- nepotism aside. He seeks to raise up and set apart his own to gain control of the masses and rule the world. But we know this today. Lucifer is not the true king of this world, and you & I don’t have to bend the knee to him to get ahead in life. The Lord Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit will propel you to success, the kind of success that isn’t self serving, groomed by evil and corruption that seeks to corrupt and ultimately kill the masses, but a success that will bring about a positive impact in the world and honor Jesus. This success you will not have to pay for with your dignity through humiliation rituals, blood sacrifices and ultimately your life. This success has already been paid for by his life and blood on the cross, it will only cost you the normal rate of sacrifice and dedication through hard work.
In conclusion whatever gift or talent you know you have, surrender it to the Lord Jesus Christ and ask the Holy Spirit to help sharpen it. Involve him in your career or field of expertise and observe the glorious growth trajectory. You may find yourself having to change careers, downsize or pivote, regardless of the circumstances trust in Lord your God with all your heart acknowledging that he knows what is best for you, and how to best utilize the gifts and talents he has given you.
Remember Peter 4:10.

Glory be to the Lord Jesus Christ who has given us every good gift for his glory and honor that we may serve him and others diligently.

Amen 🙏🏽.

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Identity

So I began trying to read the bible in Chronological order for the second time this year because the previous guideline I was following last year was not for the entire bible. I unfortunately discovered this half way through the year so I decided to see it through anyways. I will say I am unable to be as diligent but I am seeing it through regardless.

What I appreciate about this process yet again is the ‘whole picture’. We all know of a summary of certain stories from the good book, Abraham the father of nations, Noah the man who built the ark, Moses the great man who rescued Israel from Egypt. We know the essence of these stories, but one misses important details if we only go to scripture just to search for particular stories. One of such stories is that of King Solomon the wisest, wealthiest and most powerful king the Lord has ever raised up on the face of the earth.

Solomon born of a woman his father King David enticed to commit adultery, and whose husband he strategically had killed in battle (2 Samuel 11:2-27). The child that Bathsheba Solomon’s mother bore as a result got killed by God as a punishment (2 Samuel 12:1-14). Surprisingly God promised David a successor with the wife of infidelity. At times we allow that to go over our heads because we are so familiar with the story, but I am left wondering why a Holy God would want the future of Israel to be lead someone who comes from a union that came about by great deceit? It may speak to the nature of God who always has a redemptive plan for when mankind falls short of the standard of holiness, also taking into account that the sin was atoned for. Additionally God really loved David. Still, God could have or perhaps should have chosen a successor from amongst David’s wives.

Solomon God’s chosen successor for Israel.

What will we look at today; when chosen you come equipped? Let us see what this will look like. Someone wrote a brief message on Solomon asking for wisdom on my family prayer group. My commentary was that it was actually wisdom in itself for him to ask for wisdom from God because he weighed his limitations and understood that in order to successfully rule he needed the help of the Lord, to yield and surrender to him. That may come from not only his father’s teachings but also observing his father David submit to the Lord. It is very important for parents to be aware of the the fact that raising a child greatly involves leading by example; children observe and imitate. Solomon had seen how the Lord protected David and Israel throughout his reign, granting them many victories in battle and years of peace and prosperity. He also saw how God punished their disobedience.

Coincidentally I would find myself beginning 1 Kings a few days after the said message which details the events that occurred that lead to Solomon’s succession to the throne while his father was alive. I don’t want to get carried away so I will focus on the subject ”When chosen you come equipped”

When King David was very very old, yet again one of his son’s Adonijah attempted to usurp the throne. Nathan the prophet conjured up a plan with Bathsheba Solomon’s mother to prevent him from successfully establishing himself as king. This resulted in Solomon being sworn in the same day as King at the command of his father, fulfilling the oath he had sworn to Bathsheba and the word of the Lord God himself (1 Kings 1).

The focus is always on Solomon asking God for wisdom (1 Kings 3:5-15) not realizing that he already had it as evidence will show in the following passages. It amazed me when I read these scriptures how we have missed this. Solomon needed to yield to the Lord in order to unleash or activate the full capacity of what the Lord had already equipped him with. God always sets one up for success for their chosen role or calling (2 Peter 1:3) . I will present two examples that support this from both father and son.

David was not just an ordinary King but he was a fighter/war general type of King because that is what would be needed to establish the reign of Israel. His predecessor Saul’s reign was filled with war therefore it was only fitting that his successor would be one fit and skilled for battle. The little shepherd boy who was already on fire for God from a very young age fought a lion and bear to protect his earthly father Jesse’s sheep not knowing that is exactly what he was being prepared for, to fight different kinds of lions and bears (Philistines, Moabites, Ammonites, Edomites and Arameans) to protect his heavenly father’s sheep (Israel). To lead and protect them. Killing a bear and lion with your bare hands and strength is no joke especially for a young teenage boy. It’s almost a supernatural type of strength that could only come from the Lord. ”When chosen you come equipped” In the wilderness God will prepare you for the role he has chosen you for. In the wilderness David was also immensely intimate with the Lord, surrendered therefore his gifts were being sharpened to be utilised for an appointed time beginning officially with Goliath. What does your wilderness look like?

As for Solomon his upbringing is not as detailed as David’s from what I have read thus far, therefore I cannot point to any events that can strongly affirm my statement except to point directly the words of his father King David a man after God’s heart. Therefore not lacking much in wisdom himself David would be expected to be diligent in raising up the future King of Israel. In 1 Kings 2:1 When the time drew near for David to die, he gave a charge to Solomon. 2 ”I am about to go to the way of all the earth” he said. ” So be strong, act like a man, 3 observe what the Lord your God requires: Walk in obedience to him, and keep his decrees and commands, his Law of Moses. Do this so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you go 4 and that the Lord may keep his promises to me: ‘If your descendants watch before me with all their heart and soul you will never fail to have a successor on the throne of Israel” Kings are raised and vigorously trained to take over. 1 Kings 2:6 Deal with him according to your wisdom, but do not let his grey head go down to the grave in peace , 1 Kings 2: 9 But now do not consider him him innocent. You are a man of wisdom; you will know what to do to him. Bring his grey head down to the grave in blood.”

In verse 6 David highlights Solomon’s wisdom. He was already distinguished to be a wise man at the age of 20 allegedly. ”When chosen; you come equipped” . This means the wisdom the Lord equipped Solomon with had been displayed throughout his childhood and thankfully his Father recognized and acknowledged it. It is also very important for parents to try to learn and understand the nature, talents and gifts of their children so that they help nurture and develop them. Parents must never forget that they are the primary stewards of their children, they can either make or break that child. Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.Therefore I strongly believe David nurtured Solomon’s gifts, remembering that successors are always trained to succeed. Indeed Solomon would thrive in his calling to be a wise leader of the Lord’s people (1 Kings 4:29-34) verse 34 From all nations people came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom , sent by all the kings of the world, who had heard of his wisdom.

I believe I have supported that when one is chosen they come fully equipped by the one who has chosen them. They can only unleash their full potential once they have surrendered to the giver of the gift, the Lord Jesus who is the way to the Father in heaven. Now, for me and you today what does that mean?. Whether your gifts were nurtured or not, as an adult it is now your responsibility to be a good steward of what the Lord has given you (1 Peter 4:10-11) . It begins by allowing him to be a steward over your life. He has chosen you for a particular role that you have been fully equipped for, a particular season or climate.

Right now we are in the last days, the days of Revelations. If David could triumph in his war years to establish peace for Israel, you and I can navigate the chaos of the last days. We must not be intimidated by what is happening around us and by the terror what is yet to come because we were called for such a time. We are a different caliber of Moseses, Davids, Josephs, Queen Esthers, Ruths, Annas and Pauls to name a few. If the bible were still being recorded today, what would your story look like? Whatever it may look like today, as a child of God it’s ending must be that of a victor for the glory of the Kingdom of God. If you are not certain about your gifts it is time to begin a journey of rediscovery. Some of us like myself have unknowingly quenched the fire of certain aspects of themselves not realizing that is the area of their calling. It is time to allow the Lord Jesus Christ and Holy Spirit to unearth the real you, your identity in him. Perhaps harsh conditions of your upbringing corrupted you, stifled your growth, crushed your spirit, it is time to allow the Lord to fix you up, to heal all broken parts of you because he loves you dearly. That is only possible if you surrender.

Be blessed as you go on this journey of rediscovery in Jesus’s name-Amen