A Sure Pathway To Living An Overcoming Christian Life.
The Expected Christian Life and Description
BIBLE TEXT: Gen 15:1-21; Acts 26:16; Rom 19:17; Lk 4:18-19; 2 Tim 4:7-8; Jer 29:11
INTRODUCTION: Summaries Parts 1-3
Destiny Helpers You Need and Must Not Miss
This expected end, purpose, calling and destiny is a long walk. It is usually not a bed of roses. No man attains it alone and strictly on his or her own. There are many expected end helpers, encouragers, partners, pushers and guides on the way. There are at least 12 Sets of People You Need Around You As Helpers on Your Expected End Your (To Fulfil Destiny)
1. The Encouragers: Even in discouraging situations of life, these people keep you going with encouraging words; Saul needed a Samuel, David had Samuel, Nathan, Hushai, Ahitophel – 1 Sam 19:18-24; 2 Sam 7:3; 2 Sam 15:32-37; 2 Sam 15:31
2. The Hand-lifters: They are those whose hands are strong enough to hold yours up when you are weak; – David had the Mighty Men of Valour – 1 Sam 16:13; 2 Sam 23:8; 2 Sam 7:3
3. Destiny Helpers: They provide shoulders upon which you ride to fulfilling your dream and destiny; Moses had Miriam, the daughter of Pharaoh, the Priest of Jethro, Aaron, Joshua, Ex 2: 5-6; Ex 2:7-9; Ex 15:20; Ex 2:16-26; Ex 4:14; Ex 7:1; Ex 7:2
4. The Givers: These ones will give of their time, talent, and treasure to you in your hour of need; the Lord Jesus had givers – mostly women; Moses had the carver, David had Joan and his brothers, the Disciples in the early church had givers – Ex 31:2; Ex 36:1; Acts 4:34-35
5. The Receivers: These ones are different from routine takers and serial beggars. You can’t be blessed if you don’t give, and you can’t give if there is no one to receive. Not all lands bring forth fruits, and not all hands that receive command blessings. You need those whose receiving hands will trigger abundant blessings unto you; Acts 4:34-35; Gen 14; 18-24
6. The Prayer Upholders: Those that spend quality and sincere time to pray for you and with you – Prayer Champions, your parents, your spouse, your true friends etc Col 1:9
7. The Recommenders: These are the ones who mention your name in quarters where your skills and talents will be celebrated; – Gen 41:9-14; 1 Sam 16:18
8. The Correctors and Truth-Tellers: These are the ones who honestly tell you when you are wrong; they prevent you from digging a grave of mistakes that may bury your destiny; David had Nathan; the disciples had each other – 2 Sam 12:; Est 4:14
9. The Committed and Loyal: Whether things are up or down, these ones are standing with you; the friends of Job – Job 42:10; 1 Sam 31:4; 1 Chron 11:18
10. The Reliable: You can count on them when it counts most; Hushai to David; old man Barzillai to David – 2 Sam 15:32-37; 2 Sam 17:27
11. Mentors Who Are Lovers of God & Godly Life: These ones are always connected to God; so you will never be disconnected from your source who is your Maker, Eternal Rock of Ages and King of Kings. Joshua had a Moses, David had Samuel, Timothy had a Paul – Ex 24:13; 1 Sam 19:18; 1 Tim 1:2
12. The Godly Networkers: This is prerequisite to the 21st Century relevance. Don’t under estimate the power of networkers. The Spies and Rahab, Josh 2:1; Josh 2:4-5; Josh 6:23; Ruth 3:1-4; Acts 9:27; Jh 1:48
CONCLUSION
Expect Some Expected-End/Destiny Haters and Despisers – Gen 31:7; Gen 37:19; Gen 39:18-20; Est 7:9; Est 8:1-2; 1 Sam 18:12; 1 Sam 18:29; Rom 8:35; Neh 2:10
