FLATTERING VISIONS (PART 2).

TEXT: Ezekiel 12:22-25 (KJV) 

²² Son of man, what is that proverb that ye have in the land of Israel, saying, The days are prolonged, and every vision faileth?
²³ Tell them therefore, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will make this proverb to cease, and they shall no more use it as a proverb in Israel; but say unto them, The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision.
²⁴ For there shall be no more any vain vision nor flattering divination within the house of Israel.
²⁵ For I am the Lord: I will speak, and the word that I shall speak shall come to pass; it shall be no more prolonged: for in your days, O rebellious house, will I say the word, and will perform it, saith the Lord GOD.

It amazes me to see how quickly some people are able to roll out one vision after another immediately they see someone they perceive to be in money and other material possessions. If you see a man whose major emphasis is on you being blessed by giving to him be careful, you may be dealing with a man with flattering vision.

If his message is full of threats and doom be careful you may be dealing with a false prophet.

From the word of God in 1 Corinthians 14:3 (AMP) we are made to understand that when someone has a prophecy the message is not to threaten people “
³ But [on the other hand], the one who prophesies [who interprets the divine will and purpose in inspired preaching and teaching] speaks to men for their up building and constructive spiritual progress and encouragement and consolation.” If the so called message from God does not line up with these scriptures just disregard it and move on with your life. God is always at work and we don’t need to help him. Just follow the word of the Lord as revealed in the Bible and the Holy Spirit will guide you into all truth and who to listen to.  May the word of the Lord multiply abundantly in your heart in Jesus name. Amen. the Glory Realm Devotional by Rev. Igho Y.

FLATTERING VISIONS (PART 1.)

TEXT: Ezekiel 12:22-25 (KJV).

²² Son of man, what is that proverb that ye have in the land of Israel, saying, The days are prolonged, and every vision faileth?
²³ Tell them therefore, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will make this proverb to cease, and they shall no more use it as a proverb in Israel; but say unto them, The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision.
²⁴ For there shall be no more any vain vision nor flattering divination within the house of Israel.
²⁵ For I am the Lord: I will speak, and the word that I shall speak shall come to pass; it shall be no more prolonged: for in your days, O rebellious house, will I say the word, and will perform it, saith the Lord GOD.

Today we live in a world were flatteries and lies are freely put into use even in the house of God. It is becoming increasingly difficult to trust the words of people. Many are ready to cook up stories just to create an impression and attract attention. This has become necessary as many have become impatient in their struggle for significance and recognition. It is unfortunate that people go as far as lying to make a testimony sound more powerful. People claim to have a vision from the Lord when they know that this is only a figment of their own imagination. Their aim is to whip up the emotions of gullible people that they wish to cunningly extort money from as they tell them what they want to hear. Such cheap visions can only work with people whose hearts are far from God but not with those who are planted in the courts of our God. Like the Lord said to his servant Ezekiel, in Ezekiel 12:24 (AMP)
²⁴ For there shall be no more any false, empty, and fruitless vision or flattering divination in the house of Israel. Stay in the house, the presence of God and you shall not be a victim of such false prophets and their visions. May the Lord deliver us and our loved ones from the dominion of false visions and prophesies in Jesus name. Amen. The Glory Realm Devotional by Rev. Igho Y; the Glorious Fountain Ministries.

WHAT IS YOUR MOTIVATION?

TEXT: Philippians 2:2-6 (KJV)
² Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
³ Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
⁴ Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
⁵ Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
⁶ Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God:

It is not easy to find out why people are motivated to do what they do. In carrying out official assignments the loyalty of some is only due to a hidden selfish motive. Their selfish ambition is the only reason they are serious with the work. When they are asked to carry out an assignment on behalf of the office or organization, they are always looking for what they can gain. This is the kind of fellow that finds it difficult to give credit to the organization other individuals. They want to be seen as the one who make things happen. They don’t want you to see the team effort that produced the result. They enjoy taking all the glory. Until we learn to acknowledge the grace and gift of God in others it will be hard to attract true success. A self-cantered fellow will often make use of expression like “Don’t worry, I know what to do...” but a selfless fellow will say “Don’t worry; we will see what we can do.”

A man with an honest heart will be firm to clear the air when he is given the praise meant for another.  Don’t settle for cheap popularity, work for it and when it is your turn, it will come with honour. Don’t use another man’s block to build your house.  If you gain the favour of certain individuals by deceit it will become very hard to gain their respect once the truth is revealed. Wherever you find yourself, be content with what God has for you and at the appointed time He will reward your faithfulness.  The Glory Realm Devotional by Rev. Igho Y; the Glorious Fountain Ministries. 

UNDERSTANDING VISIONS (PART 1)

TEXT: DANIEL 8:27.

Daniel 8:26-27 (AMP)
²⁶ The vision of the evenings and the mornings which has been told you is true. But seal up the vision, for it has to do with and belongs to the [now] distant future.
²⁷ And I, Daniel, fainted and was sick [for several] days. Afterward I rose up and did the king's business; and I wondered at the vision, but there was no one who understood it or could make it understood.

Life is full of a lot of riddles. Not many things are really as they appear to be. Almost everybody is born with sight but only a few have vision. With the eyes even a baby can see but it takes a discerning heart to see vision. If you have problem with your eyes your speed in life will be reduced or completely grounded due to the obstruction of your sight. Just as the clarity of your sight can determine your direction, speed and progress in life, the purity of your heart will determine the degree of your access to spiritual vision and the degree of your fulfillment of destiny. The word of God in Matthew 5:8 (KJV) says “⁸ Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.” reading this from the amplified version is really an eye opener. It reveals that the state of your heart can determine the degree of favour you attract from God and your progress in life. There are issues of life that can never be unraveled by our intellectual capability. It is one thing to see or receive a vision but it is another thing to understand the vision. When we speak of understanding of vision we need a divine light to see beyond our finite wisdom and experience. This was the prayer of Paul for the Christians at Ephesus as found in Ephesians 1:16-19. From our text of today it is obvious that there are some things that are kept for a certain time. Therefore when certain individuals are able to receive certain understanding at a particular time, it is not because they are smarter than those of previous generation, they are just fortunate to walk in a time of divine appointment and fulfillment. If any man will make a difference in his generation then he must seek God with all his heart. I pray God to grant you a discerning heart to guide you into the fulfillment of destiny in Jesus name. Amen. the Glory Realm Daily Devotional by Rev. Igho Y; the Glorious Fountain Ministries.

THE GLORY OF GOD’S PRESENCE (PART 1)

TEXT: Psalm 16:11.

“There are realms of glory we may never walk in until we

learn some of the secrets of the way of the Spirit. There

is a path designed to usher us from one degree of glory to

another. The further you travel on this road, the greater will be the

Manifestation of God’s glory upon your life. The closer you are

to the Lord, the more sensitive you become to locate the way.” FFPW pg. 166.

CONTEMPLATION

Today many want to walk in the glory of God without a sincere desire to bring God glory. They are interested in the attention and recognition that comes with it. Any man who will walk in the full manifestation of the glory must have a heart that is passionate and intimate with the Lord. If we do not care about the feelings and longings of His heart why should the Lord entrust us with things that are very precious to Him? Those who are desperate after Him more than his blessings are those that are easily released into the realms of deeper glory. The amazing thing is that they also end up with the blessings of God. In the glory of His presence every sick will be healed and the afflicted set free. There is more in the presence of God.

PRACTICAL ISSUES

Have you gotten a fresh revelation from God in the past two days as you spent time alone with the Lord? In His presence there is no stagnation.Daily Devotional by Rev. Igho Y.

THE GLORY OF GOD’S PRESENCE (PART 1)

TEXT: Psalm 16:11.

“There are realms of glory we may never walk in until we

learn some of the secrets of the way of the Spirit. There

is a path designed to usher us from one degree of glory to

another. The further you travel on this road, the greater will be the

Manifestation of God’s glory upon your life. The closer you are

to the Lord, the more sensitive you become to locate the way.” FFPW pg. 166.

CONTEMPLATION

Today many want to walk in the glory of God without a sincere desire to bring God glory. They are interested in the attention and recognition that comes with it. Any man who will walk in the full manifestation of the glory must have a heart that is passionate and intimate with the Lord. If we do not care about the feelings and longings of His heart why should the Lord entrust us with things that are very precious to Him? Those who are desperate after Him more than his blessings are those that are easily released into the realms of deeper glory. The amazing thing is that they also end up with the blessings of God. In the glory of His presence every sick will be healed and the afflicted set free. There is more in the presence of God.

PRACTICAL ISSUES

Have you gotten a fresh revelation from God in the past two days as you spent time alone with the Lord? In His presence there is no stagnation.Daily Devotional by Rev. Igho Y.

ACCESSING THE REALM OF GLORY

TEXT:  2 Corinthians 3:7-18.

Sometimes we often become too familiar with the presence of God upon the life of a servant of God or in a place of worship and we begin to lose all that would have been in our favour. Take some time to thank God for the privilege of encountering Him in some lives and places. Do something to show your gratitude.

CONTEMPLATION                              

“Many are struggling to worship because they can’t see or

hear spiritually. They are trying to access the realm of worship

in the flesh, and this is not possible. Until we respond to

the call like John, we will never be able to enter the throne

room. “…Those who worship Him must worship Him in spirit

and in truth.” FFPW p92.

It is a waste of time trying to encounter God by your intellect. “God is a spirit: and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth.” any man who disciplines himself to allow the word gain access into his being will one day be given extraordinary access into the realm of glory.  The difference between a passive worshipper and a passionate worshipper is the degree of glory they are in fellowship with. Some are limited in worship because they only respond to a planned order of worship, but there are others whose worship is a divine response to a divine call. Every man who is continuously in the presence of God has a sweet advantage ahead of others in all aspect of life. Make the Holy Spirit your sweet and active companion and you will too begin to take the lead over others.

PRACTICAL ISSUES

You cannot encounter new degree of glory except your hunger exceeds your present realm of glory.

No one, church or body is responsible for the degree of glory made manifest in your life. It is up to you.

If you have lost respect and admiration for people and places that once stirred up excitement in your spirit chances are, you have become insensitive and full of yourself. Jesus was the fullness of the godhead bodily yet He held in high esteem the ministry of the prophets before Him. A greater or a peculiar anointing is not a licence to disrespect others. Daily Devotional by Rev. Igho Y; the Glorious Fountain Ministries.