PURPOSE

WHAT'S MY PURPOSE?

Many go through life without a clue to the answer of this question. Others wander through the world as strangers without hope. They know they are meant to be more, to do more. Yet, this cloud of possibility withholds its rain of knowledge because of blindness. You could live 50 years and still not be a step closer to answering that question. You could be a “believer” and sing in the highest vocal notes to God and still not comprehend this fact! You see, when you don’t work with knowledge, you’ll walk in thick darkness. It’s really that simple.

I wonder why we all have become so busy that we have failed to see the fact that our surroundings are replete with evidences pointing to our purpose; to the supreme fact at the core of my and your existence. In the arts, architecture, social sciences and the sciences, God keeps speaking through the most undervalued things, sometimes right before our eyes. One of such is the scientific wonder of what is called the LAMININ.

According to Wikipedia, the Laminins are a group of glycoproteins that are essential for the structural build-up and strength of every tissue in an organism. They also play vital roles in the maintenance and survival of these tissues. They are responsible for ensuring that the overall body structure holds together. The most baffling thing to scientists is that it is in the shape of a cross! The Laminin connects all other cells together in a cross format. We could say that the absence of this cross-shaped glycoprotein would translate into an overall collapse of the body system.

Do you still ponder what your reasonable service is? If God predestined you before the beginning of the earth to have a body structure held in place by the Cross, don’t you think you will never be satisfied with anything lesser than that Cross? Aren’t you tired of short-changing yourself? The One that made you put a craving within that will never be satisfied until you “hearken to the knowledge” (acknowledge) of the Cross. Do not deny your God-likeness. To worship God, to be conformed to the image of His Son, Jesus Christ, my dear friend, is your eternal purpose. The very fact you’re reading this means the Cross within you has not failed. Are you still a loyal follower of that cross? Until you figure that out and yield completely, all you’ll have is a half-life; an unbalanced life; a life without Laminin.

Remember your Foundation. Remember your God! If you stay in  His presence, then you are failure-proof, sorrow-proof, doubt-proof! The simple fact is there is never going to be a step taken out of place. Remember when Ps 16:11 said "In Your presence is fullness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore"? Well, direction is one of those pleasures. It's unfortunate that some people will read this and think "Well, he wants us to be pastors." Really, I don't. If God wants you to be one, believe me, you will. The point is that not everyone is destined for the pulpit. We are to spread the fragrance of this awesome presence of God to every nook and cranny we find ourselves. Where you work, school, live, find God's purpose there.

A MAN OF PURPOSE IS A MAN OF DIRECTION!

I PRAY THAT THE KING OF GLORY WILL GIVE YOU THE GRACE TO UNDERSTAND THIS AND CARRY THE KNOWLEDGE OF HIM TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH.

THE MASTER PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE...

What is the master plan?

Obviously, I had to look it up and two definitions caught my eye. The Oxford Dictionary defines this as “a comprehensive or far-reaching plan of action.” An extra internet source referred to it as “a comprehensive long range plan intended to guide growth and development.” Both definitions point out the fact that a master plan possesses one key attribute: comprehensiveness. In other words, everything needed to make your plan achievable must be well thought out and rock-solid so that you can “guide” your growth pattern. In architecture, this master plan refers to drawings of a project to be embarked upon. Let’s stop here for a minute. If you've seen the topic, you will know it is the master plan, not a master plan. This only makes me understand that there is one other type of master plan that surpasses every other in importance. Why else would we call it “the” master plan?

God makes this plan for everyone. It is no less comprehensive than man’s plan. In fact, it is the most comprehensive of them all. It takes both the “seen” and the “unseen” into consideration. That is God’s blueprint for your life, for a country, for the world. Why don’t we look at a typical example of how God’s majestic plan was accomplished through the life of one man – Johannes Gutenberg (1400-1468).

At the end of the 20^th century, this German-born blacksmith, who lived in the 15^th century, was named The Most Important Man of The Millennium. Well, this was because he invented the printing press.

Johannes Gutenberg was a lover of books and sculpture. Above all, he just loved God. Everything he read seemed to lead him back to God. He decided to travel to learn more from foreign lands – Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Holland. On one of such days, his close friend came to him with “a piece of wood that had letters carved on it;” the wood was wrapped in a parchment. Unknown to him, the little sap still in the wood had hardened and taken the shape of some of the letters on the parchment.

Gutenberg was struck with the idea of a printing press immediately. It was said of him that this inspiration “flashed into his heart and mind with the force of lightening.” When asked why he wanted to pursue the idea, he simply said, “Through it God will spread His Word. A spring of pure truth shall flow from it! Like a new star, it shall scatter the darkness of ignorance, and cause a light hitherto unknown to shine among men.” After many years, and resources, he succeeded. It was not a surprise when he decided to publish the bible. The Gutenberg Bible, as it was named, remains the first book ever published, with only 50 copies alive today. Though many tried to steal his invention, he was not moved and remained a good Christian till the end of his life. His singular action made the bible and other Christian materials cheaper to purchase – prices of good volumes of books went down from 100 pieces of gold (equivalent to at least $8,000 today) to 4 pieces for one (about $320). Apart from this, Gutenberg’s invention played a great role in the rise and success of the Protestant Reformation headed by notable names such as Martin Luther, William Tyndale and John Calvin. This remarkable movement spawned a new era in Christianity a mere 60 years after his death. It was said that “Gutenberg’s invention enabled multiplied millions to discover for themselves great literature and, most importantly, the Word of God.

That’s just Gutenberg. What of you? Never think that a singular action of yours is just one out of a million inconsequential actions dying unheard. The Master Plan of God is infallible. He knows everything you are and can ever possibly be. Is it not surprising how one action or inaction, one decision, one show of faith or lack thereof could shake the earth to the very foundation? Gutenberg lives on today in your bible. Every time you pick it up, He is remembered and his legacy is revitalized. Are you in a dilemma? Why not go to the one who has the plan meant to guide your steady progress? There is only so much we can do by ourselves; any attempt to go through this life alone would surely be difficulty.

I know God has my Master Plan, a comprehensive plan of all I am and all He will make me. Do you believe He has the same plan for you? If so, never be discouraged by circumstances surrounding you because it is always a part of the plan. Who knows the revolution you and I could spark and be remembered for if only we heed to His Master Plan? Isn't it possible our decision to align ourselves with God’s plan today could make us the most important set of people in the next hundred, no, thousand years?! I will leave you to ponder on these. However, you must know that He has assured us He has just good intentions for us. Jeremiah 29:11 tells me this: “I know what I am doing. I have it all planned out – plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for” (MSG). I am sure there are countless Gutenbergs reading this right now. May you walk in the fullness and reality of your Heavenly Father's plan for you.

A CAMP TO REMEMBER!

Hello everyone!

To the glory of God, we are pleased to announce the successful end of this year's CAMP OF A LIFETIME. It was amazing! Never have I seen young people liberated as I saw in camp. The lessons remain evergreen. It was 5 days of fun, teachings and glory. The prophecy of Joel was fully realized; young people did really, visibly come alive to their inheritance in God. There was so much power and, hopefully, as the days continue, we shall intimate you on some of the highlights of COAL2.

We hope you have been living the victorious Christian life. We are yet to conquer all the lands God has given to us. Joshua conquered 31 and on his deathbed, he was shown 61 others he did not even touch. Joshua probably thought he did a lot. We probably think we've done a lot. Yet, some of us have not yet started. Don't worry. We pray you receive speed to do all you need to do, go where you need to go and fulfill ALL that has been written concerning you in the books of DESTINY!

Remember we are here for you. Remember to come forward with every issue you may have and we promise to pray together and walk in the fullness of God's victory concerning any issue. We wait for your e-mails, calls and blackberry requests.

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