We may yearn for something and have been praying hard for it but it seems to elude us. Why? Because the Almighty knows what’s best. So when He gives something we don’t like or takes away something we like, trust Him. Because He knows best.
I am a fan of odumodublvck… so this isn’t a shade!
His tweet about Adeboye has some highlights… like the part he said we wouldn’t talk to our parents like that. Don’t know about you but I wouldn’t! So he’s right there. But here’s the thing though, the Muslim clerics he compared Adeboye to, I know I hardly see them (and correct me if I am wrong o), I hardly see them with over 10 mosques on one street or telling members that one mosque is better than another! They worship allah in unity (I’m not talking about extremists which all religions have)… I hardly hear prosperity gospel from them and I can go on to count many other examples. PS: the poverty and lack of education predominant in the north is not “allah’s” fault but the system. Now, our churches constantly preach what 70% percent of people in all their lives at that church won’t ever get… but somehow only the pastor and their families receive. One reason for this is that you are investing wrongly. Try the stock market with your next tithe instead.
What has tainted Adeboye is his years of prophecy especially of Nigeria that doesn’t come true! The sheer ignorance when it comes to the workings of economy for example. No one! I repeat, no one can pray for any economy to improve no matter how hard you try. We have to do the work! The servants that were given talents in the Bible with one burying his is a perfect example of this. This same man and many other “men of god” have used their influence to support evil, tyrannical regimes in the name of god told them so! When things go to hell, they become mute. Another example is when Jesus was irritated by the corruption of the church and he scattered the place.
There’s no way around it, we have a drug lord, thieving “president” and party and I do not need to be a “woman of god” to know that this is wrong! Look at the country now! Even previous years with thieving governments that we’ve had still dey show working.
The Nigerian sky is filled with unanswered prayers!!! These “men and women of god” use people’s tithes, offerings, seeds etc to live lavish lifestyles. The Jesus everyone is clamoring to did not even live like that! Does that mean people should then live impoverished like he did… no, but he was devoted to leading people to his father. And there are, allegedly, enough accounts in the Bible of actual working miracles and intent by Jesus.
Now, I’ve been guilty of using harsh words against the guy and that’s from frustration!!! I used to respect him and if nothing at all, at least… let him lead by example as a man of god! I will do my best to not use derogatory terms toward the guy but no promises.
To all those assistant defenders of Adeboye and the likes, what you see is pure frustration from Nigerians. One thing with Nigerians that I’ve noticed is if you do right and have integrity, no worry… we go hail you die! Defend you die! Love you die!
That being said… I need to go and have my tea with my god 😏
People will speculate, they’ll think the worst of you, they’ll judge, assume, gossip & backbite. When told the truth, most won’t even bother to correct themselves. Such is the state of humankind today. Protect yourself. Stay away from such sinful acts.
There will be times when the Almighty holds you back temporarily until the path is clear for you to move on. He can see things you can’t. Be thankful for the delay. Don’t curse it. The Owner of Time knows when it’s best for you to carry on with your journey.
When the hearts are sick, when the hearts are corrupt, even the best deeds count for nothing. So the heart plays a major role & deserves great attention. Seek the Almighty’s help often to rid the heart of major diseases - hatred, envy, malice etc. Keep purifying your intention.
Not everyone will want the best for you. That’s life. The same people who wanted you to rise may feel threatened by your success. Don’t be surprised if their cheers turn to boos. Some don’t like seeing others do better than them because it shows up their weakness.
Quit worrying about what people think. Honestly, it doesn’t matter. They’re entitled to their thoughts. At the end of your life, you're not going to stand before people and give an account of what you’ve done. You're going to stand before the Almighty.
The past is over. Today is a new day; you are not the same person you were before. Believe that today will be better than yesterday. It’s about looking up with hope and looking forward. Look for new opportunities that the Almighty has planned for you.
The good you did for them, the pain you relieved them from, the smile you put on their faces even when you were facing your own trials. The Almighty never forgets. So keep doing good because goodness will come your way sooner than you ever imagined.
Building your faith takes time. Strengthening your faith takes even more time. How so? Faithfulness is not proven in times of comfort and bliss but in times of struggle and hardship. Do you have what it takes to trust the Almighty and bear beautiful patience?
Do you sometimes feel like you’re stuck in a rut, not making any progress? Well, at times, growth requires new company, new location, and new mindsets! Are you ready for that?
Don’t drown in your failure. Use it to propel you to the next stage. Don’t let a bad moment ruin your day. Don’t let one bad person ruin your life. There are still many good people out there.