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  ADVICE FOR YOUNG MINISTERS  1. Anybody can fall. I repeat anybody can fall in ministry. Don’t forget! 2. Anointing doesn’t protect against temptations, seductions and attacks. Don’t forget! 3. Regular personal retreat will keep you strong. Don’t forget! 4. Your strength is God’s Word. Study and meditate on it daily. Don’t forget! 5. Let go of offenses. Die to offense. Offense can come from anyone even your wife. 6. Prioritize your secret place. As a minister unnecessary visitation, gisting and wanderings are distractions.  7. Don’t forget old habits. The habits you struggled with in the old don’t forget them.  8. Keep nailing your weaknesses to the cross. It is important! 9. Family before ministry. If your wife is not happy, cancel all ministrations and settle.  10. Don’t pamper your children. Enforce greater discipline on them.  11. Don’t stop being a blessing to those who can’t give or sow. You’re called to bless and also always appreciate those who min...

  WHY COURTSHIP IS IMPORTANT BEFORE MARRIAGES. Courtship is an important phase before marriage for several reasons: 1. Getting to Know Each Other: Courtship provides an opportunity for individuals to get to know each other's personalities, values, beliefs, and life goals. This understanding is crucial for determining compatibility and shared visions for the future. 2. Building Emotional Connection: It allows couples to build a deeper emotional connection, which forms the foundation of a strong and healthy relationship. This connection is essential for navigating the challenges and changes that life may bring. 3. Assessing Compatibility: Through courtship, couples can assess their compatibility in various aspects such as lifestyle preferences, religious beliefs, financial habits, and family values. This period helps identify potential areas of conflict and whether they can be resolved. 4. Understanding Communication Styles: Good communication is key to a successful marriage. Courtsh...

  *KNOWING THE ONLY TRUE GOD*   *The Keys Of Knowing The Only True God*   *“Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent” (John 17:3).*   ```N:B Firstly,We're studying on knowing the only true God.```  Within all of us there exists a strong desire to be known and to know others. The most important Person to know is our Creator. In fact, Jesus taught that eternal life is not just a span of time; it is a relationship: “Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent” (John 17:3). The key to truly knowing God is found in what God has revealed about Himself in the Bible. He wants to be known (see Acts 17:27). The problem is our sinfulness. We are all sinful (Romans 3), and we fall short of the standard of holiness required to commune with God. We have “exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images made to look like a mortal ...

  *_Controling Your Anger Before It Controls You_* Anger is a dangerous emotion when left unchecked. It clouds judgment, leads to rash decisions, and often results in consequences we later regret. The Bible warns against the foolishness of uncontrolled anger, and one of the most sobering examples is found in the life of Moses.   Moses was a great leader chosen by God, yet even he struggled with anger. When the Israelites complained about a lack of water, God gave him a specific instruction: *"Take the rod; you and your brother Aaron gather the congregation together. Speak to the rock before their eyes, and it will yield its water."* (Numbers 20:8) However, instead of speaking to the rock as God commanded, Moses, in his frustration, struck the rock twice, saying, *"Hear now, you rebels! Must we bring water for you out of this rock?"* (Numbers 20:10)   Although God still provided water, there were severe consequences for Moses' disobedience. The Lord told him, *...

  MARRIAGE IS A JOURNEY, NOT A DESTINATION GROWING IN MARRIAGE IS A LIFELONG PROCESS Marriage is not a one-time achievement but a continuous journey of growth, learning, and transformation. No matter how long you have been married, there is always room to grow in understanding, patience, love, and spiritual unity. A successful marriage thrives when both partners commit to lifelong learning about each other’s needs, personalities, and dreams, recognizing that perfection is not achieved overnight but through a series of intentional steps and seasons. KNOWING YOUR SPOUSE IS A LIFETIME STUDY Your spouse is a dynamic individual, constantly changing and evolving through life’s stages and experiences. Therefore, knowing your spouse deeply requires ongoing attention, observation, and genuine interest. The wisdom here is to never assume you fully know your partner but to keep cultivating curiosity and care. This commitment fosters deeper intimacy and prevents complacency, ensuring that your...

  ATTENTION IN MARRIAGE  Reasons why you can't be in a marriage and give another person attention: _Mixed Signals_ 1. Confusion and uncertainty. 2. Emotional turmoil and guilt. 3. Blurred boundaries and priorities. 4. Potential for emotional affair. 5. Damage to marital trust. _Emotional Infidelity_ 1. Investing emotions outside marriage. 2. Developing unhealthy attachment. 3. Neglecting marital intimacy. 4. Risk of physical infidelity. 5. Betrayal of trust and commitment. _Marital Neglect_ 1. Ignoring marital needs and desires. 2. Prioritizing others over spouse. 3. Lack of quality time together. 4. Emotional disconnection and distance. 5. Weakened marital bond. _Respect and Loyalty_ 1. Honoring marital vows and commitment. 2. Prioritizing spouse's feelings and needs. 3. Maintaining healthy boundaries. 4. Avoiding unnecessary interactions. 5. Demonstrating loyalty and devotion. _Consequences Wrong Attention in Marriage  1. Strained relationships and conflicts. 2. Loss of...