RECONCILED TO GOD
2 Corinthians 5:18-19 (KJV) And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; to wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
According to the Oxford dictionary, the word reconciliation means to get two things to correspond. So according to our theme scripture, Jesus Christ has put you at a place where you correspond with God. That means that now you cannot miss the impulse and sensitivity of the Spirit. Hallelujah!
Now, that word reconciliation also means the re-establishing of cordial relationship. So, you cannot even talk about communing with God without Jesus. Now where the dictionary says cordial relationship, the word there cordial means sincerely or intensely felt. Child of God, God is not just promising to be cordial to you. No! In Jesus, God is now cordial to you. Hallelujah!
However, reconciliation to God doesn't happen because you paid for it. No! You don't buy reconciliation. Blood has to shed and life has to be given. So, the reason why God answers when we pray now is because there has been a re-establishment of a relationship that demands response from God by the blood of Jesus Christ. Hallelujah!
Child of God, when you're praying in the name of Jesus today, it is the blood of Jesus speaking. So, on the account of the blood of Jesus, it is required of God to respond to you. Praise the Lord!
FURTHER STUDY
Hebrews 9:21-22 | Romans 5:11
Hebrews 12:24 | Colossians 1:21-22
CONFESSION: Thank you Lord for this knowledge. My relationship with God has been established on the blood of Jesus. Because of the blood I have been reconciled to God and I am now sensitive to the Holy Spirit. When I pray to God, he answers me because he hears the blood of Jesus, in Jesus' name, Amen.
By Ian Rumanyika
A Shift in Perspective
For 12 years, I worked within the walls of the Uganda Revenue Authority, with a slogan before me, Developing Uganda Together and the weight of responsibility. My role was clear: promote compliance, Taxpayer education, Service delivery and collect revenue as an outcome to support the nation's growth. In many cases from my vantage point, businesses were entities with deep pockets, and many times you would think some are reluctant to part with their hard-earned profits. I saw their reluctance to comply with tax laws as a challenge to be overcome.
But life had other plans. After a decade and 2 years of serving the public sector, I made the bold decision to join the private sector. The transition was jarring, like shedding a skin that had grown too tight. Suddenly, I found myself in the trenches, grappling with the very businesses I once oversaw from afar.
The first few months were an eye-opener as interacted with manufacturers. I witnessed firsthand the struggles businesses face to break even, to stay afloat in a sea of competition and uncertainty. The assumption that businesses are inherently profitable, that they simply don't want to comply with tax laws, began to crumble. I saw the late nights, the early mornings, the endless cups of coffee, and the prayers for a good day.
One particular recent case is the KFC story. Many Ugandans have come out to condemn the brand for allegedly hiding behind a veil of expansion and advertising to mask their losses. How could a brand that seemed so successful be making losses? But as I navigated the complex world of business ownership, I began to understand, seating in privileged position can give you false impressions.
Businesses make strategic decisions, often counterintuitive to outsiders. Expansion and advertising can be investments in the future, bets on growth and market share. Losses might be a temporary reality, a necessary evil to achieve long-term success.
My perspective shifted, much like the blind man in the biblical story who shouted, "I can see!" Indeed, I could see. I saw the resilience of businesses, their determination to persist despite the odds. I saw the different strategies they employed, the innovative solutions they crafted, and the unwavering commitment to their vision.
As a business owner myself, I've come to realize that success is not solely defined by profit margins. It's about building a brand, creating value, and leaving a lasting impact. The private sector has taught me the importance of adaptability, creativity, and perseverance.
It is without a doubt that my time in the Uganda Revenue Authority gave me a solid foundation, but my experience in the private sector has given me a new appreciation for the complexities of business. I've learned to see beyond the surface level, to understand the intricacies of entrepreneurship.
And so, I'll continue to navigate this complex landscape, armed with a newfound understanding of the challenges and triumphs of businesses. The blinders are off, and I can see the world of business in all its beauty and complexity.
Did you see my Esther ?
By God’s grace, I began teaching and mentoring her on singing, music, worship and the Godlife as a little baby. She would take the lead role at Christmas presentations I put together with children while at The City of David. She is not a voice to the GENZs. My dear GENZs? Follow her MASSIVELY on TikTok. God will use her mightily to begin a Holy Revolution amongst the GENZs in worship, Prayer and purity. You can imagine the proud dad moment I had watching her minister powerfully yesterday.
Please follow link below to her TikTok and instagram pages.
All her handles Riktok, instagram, twitter go by @esuamusic
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📝 "The righteousness of Faith, is your faith in the finished works of the cross whereby, the finished works of the cross is the righteousness of God displayed."
~ Prophet Xavier Kale Alpha
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