If you are in doubt about what you want to say, don't say it. Scripture says that which is not of faith is sin. A man who eats what may be acceptable but with doubt in his heart about it is in transgression.
Romans 14:22-23
22 Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth.
23 And he that doubteth is damned if he eat, because he eateth not of faith: for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
This speaks more to being an authentic person who acts based only on his or her deepest convictions and won't be swayed by anything or anyone to contradict the dictates of their belief system in God.
Why I follow Kenneth Hagin
By Tokunbo Adejuwon
While it’s true that some people deify preachers and do hero worship which is obviously wrong but it is also true that the Bible teaches that we can follow godly examples of men who follow the Lord (1 Corinthians 11:1, 1 Corinthians 4:15-16, Philippians 3:17).
For me, following Kenneth E. Hagin means following Kenneth W. Hagin and the Hagin family. It means following Kenneth Hagin Ministries and everything RHEMA.
And these are my reasons why I follow Kenneth Hagin very closely:
1.Kenneth Hagin pointed me to Jesus and to the Bible much more than anyone ever did or has.
2.He lived a life of holiness, integrity, selflessness, free from greed, the love of money and covetousness. He walked in love to such an uncommon degree.
3.He was not just a hearer of the Word, he practiced it. And he was diligent to follow the leading of God’s Spirit every step of the way in his life. He was not just a man of the Word but also a man of the Holy Ghost. He operated in the gifts of the Spirit and in the demonstrations and manifestations of the Holy Ghost to such an exceptional degree. He was indeed a full fledged New Testament prophet and teacher who evidently stood in the apostolic office to quite a great degree.
4.His teachings are the most balanced and most Bible based that I have seen. Very theologically and hermeneutically sound, practical and balanced. He taught on evangelism, had an unusual passion for the lost, taught some of the strongest teachings I have ever heard on consecration, holiness, fasting, prayer, healing, ministry, how to be led by the Spirit, gifts of the Spirit, walking in love, faith, the authority of the believer, righteousness, In Christ realities, redemption, finances and practically almost every major subject in the Bible. He preached and taught the entire counsel of God, being silent where the New Testament was silent and loud where it was loud.
5.He was consistent. This is very very important to me. I love to follow a man who stood for the same thing in 70 years of Christian life and 69 years of ministry. He preached basically the same thing and lived the same way. Yes, revelation knowledge is progressive, but Bro Hagin always walked in all the light he had and was faithful to walk in further light as the Lord revealed more to him.
6.The fruit of his ministry speaks for itself. He got more people born again in America on a percentage basis in his meetings during his days than anyone else. Also, as a statistical fact, the greatest revivalist since the Apostle Paul was Charles G. Finney - 80% of his converts continued to walk with God. 90% of the people that got saved in Brother Hagin’s meetings continued to walk with the Lord. Nobody that we have record of since Apostle Paul had such results. 50% of Moody’s converts continued to walk with the Lord. The fruit of Brother Hagin’s ministry includes countless ministers who he raised directly and indirectly, people he mentored in person and through his books, messages and example. Many Churches and ministries were started by people he raised and influenced all over the world.
7.The Lord Jesus led me by the inward witness to follow Kenneth Hagin and then later appeared to me in a vision and told me the same thing.
We must put the Word of God first and make obeying God and doing His will our utmost priority. Jesus is the perfect Example and we must put Him first and know that the Bible is our infallible guide.
I will encourage us as believers to be faithful to do what the Lord tells us to do and to realize that it’s okay to follow men who through faith and patience inherit the promises (Hebrews 6:12). Hebrews 13:7 NIV also says ”Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.“
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Overcoming Pornography
Pornography is a form of sexual sin that directly opposes God’s standards of purity and holiness. To address this struggle, it is essential to apply scriptural truths as a guide for repentance, renewal, and restoration. This theological framework highlights three principles derived from Scripture that are critical for overcoming this sin: the necessity of ceasing sin immediately upon conviction, fleeing from sexual immorality, and replacing sinful actions with righteous living.
1. Ceasing Sin: Grace Does Not Permit Continuation in Sin
The apostle Paul unequivocally states in Romans 6:1-2 (KJV):
"What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?"
This passage establishes that grace is not a license to persist in sin. The moment an individual becomes convicted by the Holy Spirit, recognising an action as sinful, the appropriate response is immediate cessation. Deliberate continuance in sin undermines the transformative power of grace, which empowers believers to live righteously. True repentance demands a decisive turning away from sin, demonstrating reverence for God's holiness.
2. Fleeing from Sexual Immorality
Paul's instruction in 1 Corinthians 6:18 (NIV) is both urgent and practical:
"Flee from sexual immorality. All other sins a person commits are outside the body, but whoever sins sexually, sins against their own body."
Fleeing implies more than resisting; it requires an active and intentional separation from situations, environments, or behaviours that predispose one to sin. For someone struggling with pornography, this means:
Identifying triggers: Understand the emotional, environmental, or habitual factors that lead to indulgence.
Setting boundaries: Use accountability software, restrict access to explicit content, and establish safeguards against temptation.
Replacing idle time: Engage in spiritually edifying activities such as prayer, Bible study, or community service to fill the void that sin once occupied.
Sexual sin carries unique consequences, damaging not only the spiritual life but also one's body and relationships. To flee is to prioritise purity above fleeting desires.
3. Replacing Sinful Habits with Righteous Actions
Ephesians 4:28 offers a principle applicable to overcoming any sin:
"Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth."
The principle of transformation involves not merely stopping sinful behaviours but actively replacing them with righteous deeds. This can be applied to pornography by:
Cultivating a renewed mind (Romans 12:2): Meditate on Scripture, which purifies thoughts and aligns desires with God’s will.
Practising accountability (James 5:16): Confess struggles to a trusted, spiritually mature mentor or group for prayer and encouragement.
Pursuing holiness intentionally (1 Peter 1:16): Commit to a lifestyle of sanctification, recognising that victory over sin is part of growing into the likeness of Christ.
Merely continuing in sin while studying Scripture as a supposed solution is not a biblical approach. Transformation requires active obedience to God’s Word, immediate cessation of sinful behaviours, and wholehearted dependence on the Holy Spirit for strength and renewal.
In conclusion, overcoming pornography requires a commitment to living in alignment with God’s Word. It demands recognising sin, fleeing from its entanglements, and replacing sinful habits with godly practices. The Scriptures call us to live in the freedom Christ provides, rejecting sin and embracing holiness. With the Holy Spirit’s help and a foundation in biblical truth, lasting victory is not only possible but also glorifies God in every aspect of life.
One of the worst experiences a human being can have on this earth will come through having great talent but lacking discipline. That person will have great potential that will be unrealised, and dissatisfaction comes from within. It is the distance between where your heart knows you should be and where you actually are.
The second experience, which leaves an unpleasant taste, is a hard worker who fails to recognise the real opportunities time presents. They work really hard, but the outcome in their condition will never justify the work they have put into life. They are left with a feeling of being short-changed.
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Information management is key. This is why those who speak less have less troubles in life.
Proverbs 21:23 (KJV)
"Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue Keepeth his soul from troubles."
Some people don't know how to manage information, so they should not be entrusted with it. They may not do it in any malicious way, but they can repeat vital information carelessly that could create real damage and, in some cases, lead to loss of a significant relationship, a career or even in extreme cases a life.
People who are "on the streets" talk and cause others to "die" from rumours.
Study those you relate with and see how they speak, particularly when under pressure. People show you who they really are.
There are some things you hear or see whiich you should never share or atleast not immediately but pray about those things and simply watch God move.
Be careful of the person who, when sitted with others, always wants to show how much information they have about things happening around.
Adaptability is probably the biggest skill the most successful have learnt. It is first found in humility to learn from a shocking failure or setback. You thought things would work out a certain way, and you fell short. Instead of playing the blame game or developing a victim mindset, you chose to learn and quickly put behind you the experience of failing before it becomes a stronghold.
It's the ability to quickly note the salient changes that are going on as society evolves and to adapt without violating the first principles of truth nor losing your moral compass. Adaptability is being flexible so that one remains fixed on the essentials that matter but without the rigidity that will cause you to break as a result of pride.
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Growth stops when we cherish our past more than our future, i.e., when we embrace tradition more than innovation. We must accept the challenge of finding new ways to do old things. Innovation is not about destroying but creating. It's about fulfilling the true intent in the old.
I have never been attracted to those who destroy but to those who build, never to the critics but to the creators. We destroy the old by building the new. No one travels on the back of a horse any longer that not because we killed the horses but we simply built a motor car.
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When the Holy Spirit urges you to stay and remain in prayer, obey. He is dealing with issues you know nothing about. When those things finally appear, you will see that the "sting of death" in them has been diffused. You won't get hurt nor offended, and you will walk through that patch with ease.
It is important to put in the work but equally important to develop a pleasant personality and be good to others. If you are toxic and divisive and not generally liked by people, the things God even plans to do through, you may be hindered or delayed. This is why having a good report without was an important criteria for leadership in the church. Being cantankerous is a manifestation of pride and self-dependency that will cost you big.
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Integrity means no matter how much you want something, you will not cross certain lines to make it happen. You will cut your losses & walk rather than do what is inconsistent with your values. A person of integrity holds tightly to his vision but not any method of implementation.
Reposted from 19th Oct 2019.