YOUR PLACE OF CONDEMNATION IS YOUR RISING POINT – APRIL NEWSLETTER

Topic: YOUR PLACE OF CONDEMNATION IS YOUR RISING POINT

Text: Philippians 2:6-11 (NIV)

6. Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his advantage;
7. rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.
8. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death even death on a cross!
9. Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name.
10. that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11. and every tongue acknowledges that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

INTRODUCTION
Everyone with a great destiny, mission and vision to be fulfilled tends to face opposition and condemnation.

Throughout history and in the Bible, people that made a remarkable impact faced condemnation from their family, friends, community, and even their home country. Our Lord Jesus Christ experienced similar rejection and condemnation from His people.

Jesus Christ was on the mission of redeeming man from the eternal condemnation orchestrated by the Devil to separate man from the original plan of God for man. This is the central point of the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross.

Devil tried every means to stop Jesus from not fulfilling this purpose, but he failed and Jesus Christ is exalted above every power on earth and in heaven.

You also will rise from your point of condemnation to new glory in Jesus’ name.

We shall consider some points that would encourage you to strive ahead even amidst condemnation.

• BE STEADFAST IN GOD’S PLAN FOR YOU

• HUMBLE YOURSELF

• SURRENDER TO THE WILL OF
GOD.

1. BE STEADFAST IN GOD’S PLAN FOR YOU
In Philippians 2:6, it was recorded of Jesus Christ that He did not take advantage of His position to confront His enemies.

Many people couldn’t hold on to God’s plan for their lives because of the humiliation and molestations coming from people around them.

There is no way you can escape the opposition from people if you will rise to stardom.

I want to encourage you to be steadfast in the plan of God for you, try to pray, and communicate with the right people that will embrace your mission.

2. HUMBLE YOURSELF
In verse 7, it was said of Jesus Christ that He made Himself nothing and took every nature of a slave.

The scripture says, “Pride goes before destruction…” Some people got lost to the hands of the enemies because of pride.

An egoistic attitude promotes selfishness and the result is humiliation. No matter how sure you are about the plan of God for your life and the opportunities that surround you, the possibility to accomplish the plan of God for your life is hinged on your humility.

Your humility will foster your victory over your enemy.

3. SURRENDER TO THE WILL OF
GOD.
God’s plan for every individual is embedded in His will.

Jesus Christ, while praying on the mount of Gethsemane, surrendered to the will of God.

He prayed to the Father, “If you are willing, let this cup pass over me. Yet not my will, but Thine be done” (Luke 22:41).

The fact is that, it is not always easy to give way to the will of God, but if the will of God is given a chance, the result is always pleasant.

Many people would have succeeded in rising at the point of condemnation, but they find it difficult to surrender to the will of God.

In Philippians 2:10-11, Jesus allowed the will of God, the Father, and He was raised above every human authority and power.

No matter what you are facing right now that seems you are being condemned to nothing and it has made you so depressed, just submit to the will of God and let Him have His way in your life, it’s going to be your turn to be celebrated.

Conclusion:
The particular spot where David was condemned was his rising point. The prison where Joseph was condemned was his lifting point. Esther was a slave and served in the palace together with her uncle, that same place became her rising point. And finally, the cross where Jesus Christ was hung and died became His point of elevation.

The cross is where Jesus Christ settled your case. He said, “It is finished!” I can see you rising from the place of condemnation to the point of celebration. Those who condemn you now will congratulate you!

However, you need Jesus Christ in your life as your Lord and Savior.

Let’s Us Pray:

1. Lord Jesus, I thank You for Your plans for me.

2. Lord, I’m sorry for my wrong attitudes toward Your plans for me.

3. Lord, have mercy on me.

4. My Father and my Lord, lift me beyond limitations.

5. Lord, lift the embargo that has been placed over my life to truncate my lifting.

6. I shall rise to a new glory in Jesus’ name.

7. Every satanic arrow to cage my life on a spot shall cash fire in Jesus Christ’s name. Amen!

John Aderogba for ROPMi.

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KEEP YOUR HOPE ALIVE – MARCH 2022 NEWSLETTER

Topic: KEEP YOUR HOPE ALIVE
Text: Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)

“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”

INTRODUCTION
What is hope? It is the feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen (online Oxford dictionary).

Hope is an earnest anticipated desire for something so important. I see hope as a vehicle that conveys faith to become reality.

Many who claim to practice faith and believe God for something seemingly got weary and faint at the junction of hope.

The truth is that, hope does not have a good look; hope keeps beauty inside and puts on an ugly face. Just test how deep your faith in God is and be sure if you can sustain the reality of what it’s about to receive. That is why many lost their hope before they get to the field of fulfillment as God designed it for them.

God placed this hope inside of you, and He doesn’t want you to keep it vague.

I shall do justice to this, as some points would be analyzed in this newsletter for you to keep your hope alive.

BE SURE OF WHAT YOU ARE HOPING FOR
So many people’s visions and dreams are being thrown into the trash because they are not sure of the reality of their vision and they do not attach seriousness to it.

You must be sure that a force is driving you into a clear manifestation of your focus in life. That will form the basis of your hope.

Joseph got his dream and or the vision of his life from God, but he encountered various difficulties because he was sure of the fulfilment of his dream.

To keep your hope alive, you must be sure of it.

DO NOT LIMIT YOURSELF
Self-limitation is a tool the oppressor (devil) uses to truncate people’s visions and dreams.

You must not allow inferiority complex to overwhelm you if you want to keep your hope alive. No one will believe your dream if you don’t make a move about it.

Many will discourage, frustrate, and humiliate you to the extent of losing your hope.

“Take your eyes off your limitations and focus on the God of all hope, because He’s the One who’s going to bring it to pass in His timing and in His way.” – Victoria Osteen, 12th January, 2022.

WAIT FOR GOD’S INSTRUCTIONS
It is a pity that many don’t cultivate a culture of waiting. Waiting is the standing leg for hope.

For your dream and vision to become reality, you must wait for God’s directions on the steps you must take, people you need to meet, places you need to visit and the right field to establish your dream and vision.

It’s not easy to wait, but hope cannot result in a practicable faith if you don’t wait. The process of waiting is the process of refreshing, renewal of strength and connections.

David said in Psalm 40, “I waited patiently…” It’s best to wait patiently for God’s instructions.

CONCLUSION
The only living hope is Jesus Christ. With Jesus in your life, your hope is alive. If you set your belief in Jesus Christ, He will help you keep your focus, even amidst uncertainty. This hope fuels our faith. It is our responsibility to develop this hope that drives our faith. Hope is from heaven.

Paul prays in Romans 15: “Now, may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace.”

God is faithful, but it is up to us to cultivate this hope that fuels our faith.

Let’s pray…

1. Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness over me.

2. Lord, I am sorry for shifting my focus away from You and wearing my hope.

3. My Father and my Lord, I know with You on my side, I shall stand on mountain top.

4. Every hindrance on my way to fulfil my God-given vision, give way in Jesus Christ’s name.

5. Helper of my destiny from the East, West, South, and North, locate me in Jesus Christ’s name.

6. I shall not give up on my dream, no matter the humiliation and distractions. God is ahead of me and I shall succeed in Jesus Christ’s name.

7. Every arrow of sudden death fired against me not to get to my destination, I command you to backfire in Jesus’ name.

JOHN ADEROGBA for ROPMI.
© 2022.

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GO IN THE NAME OF THE LORD – FEBRUARY 2022

Topic: GO IN THE NAME OF THE LORD
Text: Proverbs 18:10.

10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe.

INTRODUCTION
Tower is a building or structure typically higher than its diameter and high relative to its surroundings that may stand apart (such as a campanile) or be attached (such as a church belfry) to a larger structure and that may be fully walled in or of skeleton framework (such as an observation or transmission tower) (Marriam Webster dictionary).

The tower happens to be a place of safety and protection for the people. Many warriors and leaders built towers in order to hide themselves, keep weapons, and defend their people.

There’s only one weapon every child of God can use to defend themselves; the name of the Lord.

No matter how powerful and advanced a tower is, all the materials it is made of have expiry date.

Satan’s strongholds have been destroyed on the cross, and Jesus Christ gave the key to man when He said “It is finished” on the cross of calvary.

All the powers that exist on earth and in heaven are His. So if you use His name, any stronghold you confront must bow.

As you read this newsletter, I want you to open your heart to receiving inspiration from God.

1. Acquaint Yourself With the Name
2. Believe the Name
3. Use the Name As a Weapon of Defence.

These are explained below:

1. ACQUAINT YOURSELF WITH THE NAME:
Nowadays, there are so many names that seem powerful because of the magic or sorcery it can perform, but none of these names can provide salvation or permanent miracles, as they also have their expiry date.

The more familiar you become with the Name of Jesus having giving your life to Him, and the more respect you accord the Name, will bring you more confidence in the face of challenges.

Become familiar with His Name by studying His Words on daily basis through the Scriptures, by listening to His voice, and by following His leading.

2. BELIEVE THE NAME:
Many people don’t seem to respond to the Name of the Lord because they haven’t tied their strong beliefs to the Name. They just call His Name from their lips, not from their hearts (John 10:14).

Jesus knows His sheep; He knows those who believe in Him. So when they call, He answers and miracles happen.

As you go through this year, believe in the Name of the Lord and you shall be saved.

3. USE THE NAME AS A WEAPON OF DEFENCE:
“You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty. This day the LORD will deliver you into my hands and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel.” 1 Samuel 17:45-46 (NIV).

Challenges will come your way to test how strong you are, but do as David did, and use the Name of God to defend yourself.

Don’t listen to the roaring of the devil; be bold and courageous to confront whatever may come your way, no matter how strong the ‘giant’ is.

Conclusion:
The Name of Jesus is powerful, mighty and strong enough for you to defeat the schemes of the devil.

Philippians 2:9-11 says,
9. Therefore, God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name that is above every name,
10. that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11. and every tongue acknowledges that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Let’s us pray:

1. Lord Jesus, I thank You for making Your Name available to me.
2. Lord, help my unbelief and give me boldness.
3. In the Name of Jesus Christ, I stand against satanic influence around me.
4. In the Name of Jesus Christ, I stand against every stronghold of the enemy against my destiny.
5. I use the Name of the Lord as my defence against every satanic arrow in my life.
6. This month shall bring forth blessings, favor, help, connections, and upliftment to me in Jesus Christ’s name.
7. Every demonic stronghold waiting to attack me as I go this year will be destabilized.

Love from:
John Aderogba
For ROPMI.

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