ON THIS MORNING (OTM)

_And the award for the order of the star of Ghana goes to..(You)_ *_How would that make you feel?_* Now that is the *Biggest Award* in Ghana. It is the highest national honour which means the recipients' contributions should be highly immeasurable in terms of its massive impact on the people. It is a human institution&so will definitely have its flaws if you are thinking whether people who get it are  well-deserving or are skewed. Awards are meant to recognise& motivate&so are not bad per say.A few of the many scriptural references to back it.(2 Tim.4:7-, James 1:12,Prov. 3:7, Phil. 2:16) *I believe it is the craze for it& what you allow it to make you do that makes it bad/sinful.* However, it can easily serve as a bait for sin to fester. _This is true because there is a really deep feeling that comes with it._ _I 'kinda' know this because recently one of my writings(short story) was nominated at the Ghana Writers Awards 2017.Though i didn't win,i k...

Well,let's just say it all started at that level when we were taught- *Positive-Comparative-Superlative.*And so this- _Good-Better-Best.Until your good is Better &your Better is Best..._ In Luke 10:41-42 _Jesus Answered:- Martha,Martha, you are worried&upset about many things,but only one thing is needed. *Mary has chosen what is better*& it will not be taken away from her._ Jesus did not mean that what Martha was doing wasn't *Good* but there was something *Better.* _There are a lot of Good things that take us away from what is Better& many 'Betters' from the Best._ _Your job is good&paying quite well even as you seem so indispensable but stop continually postponing that chance to upgrade yourself...for what is better awaits you.A time is coming when..._ You can bring up Mediocrity.I choose to use the word 'Settling'.This is different from contentment which is valuing&being grateful for what *you can have now*...not preventing you ...

*A week to look forward to on my devotions this week.* This Evening on *_Message For The Evening_*, I bring you a message titled *'Good-Better-Best'*😁 Then Tomorrow morning,on *_On This Morning_,* who doesn't want this: *'The Biggest Award'*-That will be the title. More Intriguing ones *to come* this week. Blessings 'nkoaa' on your All Round Devotional...#BraceYourself

Our Daily Bread continues to be a blessing to many& to my *On This Morning* devotional. I bring you Nov.23 edition of Our Daily Bread titled The *Sounds of Silence.* Here we go: _The Feeling buddy of mine observed,"Shallow streams make the most noise," a delightful turn on the old adage,"Still waters run deep."_ _He meant,of course,that people who make the most noise tend to have littleof substance to say._ _The flip side of that problem is that we don't listen well either. I'm reminded of the line in the old Simon and Garfunkel song Sounds of Silence about folks hearing without listening._ _Oh,they hear the words,but they fail to silence their own thoughts and truly listen. It would be a good if we all learned to be silent and still._ _There is 'a time to be silent and a time to speak.'(Eccl.3:Good Silence is a listening silence, a humble silence. It leads to right hearing,right understanding and right speaking._ _"The purposes of a...

When i decided to do quotes about Carefulness today, I remembered that  somewhere 2016, i should have treated this topic. Carefulness(Being too careful or say being Meticulous)is a grey area that is mostly not talked about *clearly* even within  the christian context. It is the safest advice to give by all including Christians... *_but should a christian be careful with the whole Grace&being spirit-led messages &*_(clearing my throat)_ *Is it a  SIN for a christian to be careful or too careful?* I don't know when but would definitely come back to it. For now, i'm sure *these quotes should suffice:* *The chief danger in life is that you may take too many precautions.– Alfred Adler – Publilius Syrus* *If a writer is so cautious that he never writes anything that cannot be criticized, he will never be able to write anything that can be read. If you want to help other people you have got to make up your mind to write things that some men will condemn...

Yes,the title changed to just *Be Like Peter.* I searched&searched but could find nothing against Peter after Jesus ascended&the Holy Spirit came upon him all in Acts( _ooh Antwi Peter,Ma f3re o,Peter y3 👌🏻_) Let's go into them: *Be like Peter after Jesus ascended because he showed great Leadership* With no Child's play&extremism, even before the Holy Spirit came, we saw Peter in Acts 1:12-,leading the disciples&group of people about the direction of the Apostles&Judas'replacement. Mind you, this was after engaging in  constant prayer. He was straight to the point,focused& purposeful. Other marks of leadership shown was in Acts 2:14 where again he addressed a crowd about God, salvation& the Holy Spirit. I must say this runs throughout his ministry. *Beloved as a leader,Be like Peter here.* *Be like Peter for your life can be full of healing&miracles* Oh yes,it's possible. I'm writing this speaking to myself. I'm ...

This is the *Be like....,Don't be like... series*.We are still on Peter. _'Ne ho w) ns3m paa, saa Bra no' _(There are a lot of stuff about Peter)_ As said, Peter is  funny,interesting&a unique character with a lot to learn from. Check out the link toPart 1 & let's continue- http://myinss.blogspot.co.id/2017/11/like-peterdon-be-like-peter-1.html?m=1 Let's go into them: *Be like Peter in terms of his Closeness to Jesus* Now,don't be deceived,with all his _'too known&in your face'_ personality,Peter didn't impose himself on Jesus. Jesus chose him out of his will like the others (Mark 3:13) In Mark 9&Matthew 17,Peter was part of the 3-inner circle (James&John) who were transfigured with Jesus.His closeness is also seen as he mostly led the disciples,was often used by Jesus receiving a lot of mentions among the disciples. We are all christians but some are closer to Jesus than others. Jesus is open to all. It all depends on how s...

This is the *Be like....,Don't be like... series*. We kick off with the character Peter. I find 'Bra' Peter😁 in the bible to be very funny, interesting&a unique character. _He was Spiritual yet over-spiritual too,daring yet full of fear..._ There are a lot more to learn from him.These are key selected accounts as taken from the 4 gospels of the life of 'Mr. Peter'- The Disciple. Let's go into them: *First,the Calling.Be like Peter in responding to Jesus call over your life Now.* Heyy,see you?... scared again because you're only looking at full-time ministry.So what if?...😁😆 As Jesus called out his first disciples in Matt.4&Luke 5, (Simon)Peter& Andrew his brother *responded immediately leaving everything.* *How well do we respond to God's call?*...Many at times, it's because we haven't availed ourselves enough& also to be convicted. Jesus told the Samaritan woman _if you knew the gift of God&who it is that asks you f...

On the *Be Like..., Don't Be Like...* series, I bring you *Be like Peter, Don't Be Like Peter* on Message For The Evening this evening. #DontMiss

*TO COME:* ' *_Don't be like ..., Be like..._*' is the new series to run on Message For the Evening tomorrow. More tomorrow.

*Job 9:27*- _If I say, I will forget my complaint, I will put off my 'sad countenance, and *be of good cheer*;_ *Daniel 10:19*- _...and said, O man greatly beloved, fear not: peace be unto thee, *be of good cheer*, and be well. And as he spoke unto me, I was strengthened and said, Let my Lord speak;for thou hast strengthened me._ *John 16:33*- _...In this world,you will troubles, but *be of good cheer*,i have a overcome the world..._ And so there is great value in *being of good cheer.* I believe it starts with having a cheerful heart. Developing or having a cheerful heart is extremely difficult in this world we live in. _*How can I?...*_ I'm sure you're recounting or thinking of what you're going through. We can have & in fact, there are many reasons not to be of good cheer but in all these, I don't know what we gain or have gained from being sad or worrying through our problems. *Being of good cheer* doesn't in anyway mean *You Don't Have Problem...

This  morning on meditate,i invite us all to meditate on  Jesus introductory sermon on the mount.(Beautitudes) We know&have read it on many occasions.However,let's approach it differently this morning. Here we go: 1 *Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down.His disciples came to him,* 2 *and he began to teach them.He said:* 3  *“Blessed are the poor in spirit,for theirs is the kingdom of heaven* 4 *Blessed are those who mourn,for they will be comforted.* 5 *Blessed are the meek,for they will inherit the earth.* 6 *Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,for they will be filled.* 7 *Blessed are the merciful,for they will be shown mercy.* 8 *Blessed are the pure in heart,for they will see God.* 9 *Blessed are the peacemakers,for they will be called children of God.* 10 *Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,for theirs is the kingdom of heaven* 11 *Blessed are you when people ins...

We get back to some Quotes this evening. It is a bundle of quotes feom various sources to lift you up,get you going to achieve that goal. Let's go for them: *Don't be timid when making your requests to God, there is nothing, you will ever ask that will intimidate him.*-@MensaOtabil *You were born to win, but to be a winner,you must plan to win,prepare to win and expect to win* -Zig Ziglar *You were given this life because you were strong enough to live it.*-Inspower *And suddenly you just know... It is time to start something new&trust the magic of new beginnings*-Meister Eckhart *You can have results or excuses not both* - Arnold Schwarzenegger *All leadership is about Influence. Nothing more,Nothing less.*-John Maxwell *It is not about having time but it is about making time.*-  Joni *It may hurt to let go but sometimes it  even hurts more to hang more.*-Unknown *Grace is not an excuse to live a sloppy life and get by with it; it is the power not to have to li...

I bring you part 2 of the above title.As said from yesterday, we look at *how to witness or draw close/familiar people to Christ.* And so families,friends&shyful people(mentors) we all have& are use to. Anyone *you look up to* should at least live an exemplary life Otherwise they don't fit that status-It's just sheer admiration. In the same way, someone you look up to in the faith should be one who should be able to build you up in Christ&not vice versa.(at least for the start) However,as the person builds you up,with time both learn&build each other up as it has been seen. *The key point here is to know&choose the right person who is full of Christ to follow.*(This will depend on your foundation) That leads me to Family&friends. *Friendship?*...So aside all the sweet 'foolishness' you guys do, for you, make sure you make the distinction clear &not compromise when it comes to matters of Christ. No matter how difficult,the person will ...

* We all have families that know us right from the get go. * We all have people in our lives that we *'sooo'* respect & are very shy of. (Mostly,this relates to older people) * We all have familiar people that we are used to. * We *all*(_maybe not all) but we have close friends that we share minutest detail of our lives with. *One of the difficult things in life is to be straight with such people,point out their wrongs,be sincere with them &above all witness or draw them to Christ.*(Part 2 tomorrow will look at the witnessing part.) I can see how often you've disagreed in silence with that mentor or respected elder yet you keep on nodding to whatever he says. Families,friends-would they even listen?...we know your greatest frailties&falls so where from this holier than thou...? This is where i believe the whole narrative should change. The key solution STARTS right from the relationship we have. For our families & the people we look up to or respect...

Today's message is from the age-old song- *This is the Air i breathe* -This is a powerful rendition by Joe Mettle. In fact,the message itself is all in the song. I took time to  pen down *almost* every bit of  its adlyps including the lyrics  because of its great impact. I believe it is one to easily get you soaked in some powerful worship& prayer times with God. Click the link after the below: *Is he a Good God...ooh i can't get the witnesses...is he a good God?* _This is the air i breathe. This is the air i breathe. Your holy Presence living in me._ _This is my daily bread. This is my daily bread.Your very word spoken to me._ _And I...I'm desperate for you.And I...I'm lost without you._ *Not only that but your word is my daily bread...* *It is your word that gives me life, it is your word that gives me breath* *Your very word...Your very word spoken to me...Aaaa...yeei....And I...I'm desperate for you...* *Where would i be without your presence* *An...

Let's do meditate this morning. 23 Some went out on the sea in ships; they were merchants on the mighty waters. 24- They saw the works of the Lord, his wonderful deeds in the deep. 25 For he spoke and stirred up a tempest that lifted high the waves. 26 They mounted up to the heavens and went down to the depths; in their peril their courage melted away. 27 They reeled and staggered like drunkards;they were at their wits’ end. 28 Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble,and he brought them out of their distress. 29 He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed. 30 They were glad when it grew calm, and he guided them to their desired haven. 31 Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind. 32 Let them exalt him in the assembly of the people and praise him in the council of the elders. *SO I SAY:* *MEDITATE!*

We do the highly anticipated story message. I  appreciate greatly your feedback. Well, your feedback *in a way* motivated me to do this sequel. Will it end?...😉😁. Okay, If you've not read the first part-click the link,read,enjoy&join us back here... _*Me W) Jesus*_ _*Me W) Jesus*_ _*Me W) Jesus*..._ _It was like the current hitsong on everyone's lips. Even the Pakistan high commissioner who read it on facebook could not resist saying...'Mi hro Jesus' 😆 as he tapped the young ecstatic Jones &entered the State Banquet Hall._ _Apparently, some media organisations led by the formidable *Peep TV* upon hearing the story teamed up with various state agencies to organise this conference as a result of its great impact &testimonies._ _Kyei said 'My friends knew what i was going through &had warned me not to do anything silly. I guess their last try was *that Jones post*they sent me because i was...& it saved my life._...

*I don't know what your situation is but i know a simple _'Me W) Jesus'_ with an unwavering belief is all you need.#HeIsSoUnfailing* #Otuosquotes Join me for that powerful sequel to *Me W) Jesus* this evening.☺😁👍🏻

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So it is  *#MeW)Jesus...* #keepposting #Keepsharing #Keepretweeting Okayyy, if you've not read my story devotional message  *#MeW)Jesus*, then hurry &click the link below. The story gets so interesting with a fantiii-astic twist...😉😆. *_What happened to Jones as he stretched his hand  to what he had wanted to see but fell down motionless..._* Join me tomorrow on *#MessageForEvening* for this powerful sequel  that will leave you *#faithbound* with those 3-words *Me W) Jesus* *#MeW)Jesus...*Keep it...😉😁 http://myinss.blogspot.co.id/2017/11/wo-jesus-i-have-jesus.html?m=1

I do my personal devotion from *Our Daily Bread* which mostly inspires me to write my *On This Morning* Last friday, Nov.3, I read from our Daily Bread titled *The Daily Grind*& jotted it down to share today. Here we go: _The High School i attended required 4 years of latin instruction. I appreciate the value of that discipline now, but back then it was a *grind.*_ _Our teacher believed in drill &repetition. 'Repetitio est mater studiorum' she intoned over us several times a day,which simply means 'Repetition is the mother of learning.' Repetitio est absurdun,' we muttered under our breadth.'Repetition is absurd.'_ _I read now that most of life is simply:Repetition-a round of dull,uninspiring,lackluster things we must do again and again._ _Repetition is both as ordinary& necessary as bread, said Danish philosopher soren Keirkegaard. But he went on to say,'It is the bread that satisfies with benediction._ _It is a matter of taking up eac...

Let's meditate  on this passage as we go to bed this evening. *Imitating Christ’s Humility* 1 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. 5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God,did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man,he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death even death on a cross! 9 Th...

Another edition of *Prayer Pointers is here*& this evening we look at  *Becoming Generational Influentials* Are you just existing or living to make that mark?...I mean living that life God ordained for you. Beloved, you don't *necessarily* have to be loud,vociferous or popular in order to live out that influential life. (In fact, a lot of such people are not) A lot of works of many people even today are silently being celebrated mainly because of its worthy&timeless impact. ( _And this,i believe is pleasing in God's sight for what they did on the sides unseen._) I have a message yet to come titled *NOT ALL...*which tackles this as well. People think that going though the system,finding a job,getting married&just settling is all there is to life. No!...That is not the full potential given you. Whether silently or in the limelight, as christians we must be people of positive Influence that transcends. I believe the only way christians can  take over the worl...

For today & tomorrow evening, we'll be going down on our knees with prayer pointers. This evening,we look at our financial prosperity. _Jesus says the poor you'll always have with you...(Matthew 26:11)._ It is true not because  it is God's will for us but because many(even&especially christians) decide not to live by the dictates of God's word. God's will for us includes all things including our finances... _Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy,even as your soul prospers(3 John 1:2)_ *Of course, the caution has always been that our yearning for financial prosperity should be biblically situated &shouldn't be the main focus.*(Matt. 6:33) However, IT IS NEEDED. Don't deceive yourself to think that it's not especially as many overspiritualise it. In our world now& more so in the christiandom, being financial successful is a dicey issue& that is why Matt. 6:33 will always be our guide From my observation,...

On #MessageForTheEvening, I bring you... *#PrayerPointers(1)* #LetsGoOnOurKnees

#TheFeelGoodFactor #GodIsGood...Isn't he?....But... #SoNowWhat?...Will you still dabble in SIN?... Enjoy the full messages... YOUR SINS ARE... http://myinss.blogspot.co.id/2016/06/sins-are-1.html?m=1 AND http://myinss.blogspot.co.id/2016/06/your-sins-are-part-2.html?m=1

As we have been doing, i continue one of my running series as i said last week. This is *You Know What?...(2)* *YOU KNOW WHAT?...* I wonder what the mere mention of *I Am Coming Soon* with a *Revelation reference* means to you. Does it scare you?... *YOU KNOW WHAT?...*Check out this- _"For the Lord himself will come down from heaven...with a voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call..."_ _"Two women will be grinding with a hand mill; one will be taken and the other left..."_ _"No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father."_ (1Thess 4& Matt. 24) *YOU KNOW WHAT?...* I was thinking which one engages our thoughts very often... _How to make more money&fame or *About Jesus' Second coming...*_ For many,as spiritual as they are,this subject is so uncomfortable & scares them hence they try to avoid. ( *_As part of  human nature, we've been made to see it as such even if on the...

I call it the sweet meditation. Of course, Ecclesiastes, one of the books written by Solomon would definitely be sweet with all its poetic and literary features. Such books call for meditation & the revelations that  come... Titled as *Wisdom Better Than Folly*,Let's go for it: 13 I also saw under the sun this example of wisdom that greatly impressed me: 14 There was once a small city with only a few people in it. And a powerful king came against it surrounded it and built huge siege works against it. 15 Now there lived in that city a man poor but wise, and he saved the city by his wisdom. But nobody remembered that poor man. 16 So I said, “Wisdom is better than strength.” But the poor man’s wisdom is despised, and his words are no longer heeded. 17 The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded than the shouts of a ruler of fools. 18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war,but one sinner destroys much good. *Certainly this calls for deep meditation*...

Good morning to you all. _'Me wo Jesus'_ is the story message today.Let's go for it: _It was the last three words 15-year old Jones heard from Ansere's dying mum on the Sickbed. It was so affectionate as the mother held Ansere's hand &told him to tell himself- *Me wo Jesus*.She then gave up the ghost._ _It was really touching but Jones didn't give much thought to those three words as much as how his same-age friend would cope. His father was no more&the rest of the family members were caught up in a web of antagonism._ _A month after that,  news broke that Jones' parents were missing. It was like a joke..._ *ooh they'll come,i mean how?...they are adults* _-Jones initial remarks_ _6 months,a year & nothing was heard from them, Jones was devastated. As the only child, Jones had this special intimacy with the parents that noone could fill._ _Remembering those kind spiritual words from the many sympathizers were just nothing to Jones. A lo...