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When Will Nigeria Manifest Her Glory?
by Segun Olumide And if it is hard for the righteous to be saved what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?" (1 Pet 4: 17-18, NIV). PART 3 THE EMERGENCE OF A NEW NIGERIA "Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing A NEW THING! Now it springs up, do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland" (Isaiah 43:18 -19, NIV). Pastor Enoch A. Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God said, about four years ago (2004), in a prophecy: "God will quietly begin to lay the FOUNDATION of A NEW NIGERIA." 7 Dr. Jonathan David of the Full Gospel Centre, all the way from the Asian country of Malaysia visited Nigeria in 2003 and spoke of the NEW NIGERIA in a prophetic utterance saying, "... It shall be called the NIGERIA OFGOD..." 8 I love how Pastor Tunde Bakare put it. He is one of the leading crusaders for a New Nigeria. He is a prominent prophet who knows more about this subject than most preachers here. He said, "If there is New Delhi (in India), there was Old Delhi. If there is New York, there was Old York. If there is New Jerusalem (Jerusalem to come), there is Old Jerusalem (Jerusalem that is now). So long as these things are true, there will be a New Nigeria" 9 (paraphrased). The question on many hearts is, "How will it be done?" What I know is that, with God all things are possible. He is the Lord God of all flesh; nothing is too difficult for him. By the same power through which he made the heavens and the earth and everything in them, he will cause the New Nigeria to emerge in His own proper time. On the other hand, there is a divine due process for the emergence of the New Nigeria. The Scripture says, "And Jesus answered them, saying, The hour is come, that the Son of man should be glorified. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die it bringeth forth much fruit" (Jn 12: 23-24). Similarly, Paul wrote, "What a foolish question! You will find the answer in your own garden! When you put a seed into the ground it doesn't grow into a plant unless it dies first. And when the green shoot comes up out of the seed, it is very different from the seed you first planted. For all you put into the ground is a dry little seed of wheat, or whatever it is you are planting, Then God gives a BEAUTIFUL NEW BODY just the kind he wants it to have; a different kind of plant grows from each kind of seed" (1Cor 15:36-38, TLB). He continued, " For one star differeth from another star in GLORY It is sown in dishonour; it is raised in GLORY: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power" (l Cor 15:14, 43). We can conclude from these two scriptures that as the Old Nigeria disappears, so the New Nigeria appears. The old must first 'die' before the new can emerge. Some old beliefs, structures (political, economic, social and religious), orders, laws, practices, traditions, norms, customs, etc must first die. Really, some 'old generation' leaders who are hindering the progress of the nation and of the church must 'go' (literally or figuratively). Only after this will the new spring forth for all to see. I remember the joy I had when God showed me the New Nigeria in a prophetic dream years ago. It saw in a particular place a giant structure under construction but at a crossroads [at an x-junction]. It was probably completely different from any kind of building I had ever seen. I can't explain it but it looked so real. After waking up, I must have reasoned, "So it's a dream." In fact, it was not built with the kinds of blocks I'm familiar with for the whole thing appeared huge and gorgeous. You see, the blocks are people. These are mostly the new generation of people who will fear God and serve the nation with integrity and love. That particular crossroads [x-junction] divides that particular community into four parts. You see, we need to pray fervently that Nigeria will not split into four parts for the New Nigeria to emerge! REFERENCES 1. Tunde Bakare, Opening The Womb Of A Generation, a message preached at the Light Chapel (Egbe, Lagos, November 8, 1993). 2. MosesAransiola, Nigeria Prays, (National Praise and Prayer Handbook), p20. 3. Emeka Nwankpa, a message preached at the Evangelical Christian Union (Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, November 2003). 4. Mark A. Beliles & Stephen K. McDowell, America's Providential History (Charlottesville, VA: Providence Foundation, 1989), p185. 5. Kenneth E. Hagin, The Art Of Prayer (Tulsa, Ok: Faith Library Publication, 1992), p190-192. 6. Wale Olagunju 2008: A Year of Surprises, Motivation Magazine Vol 6, No 1, Prophecy Nos 13 and 32. 7. Enoch A. Adeboye, New Year Message, preached at the Redemption Camp (January 1, 2004). 8. Jonathan David, a message preached at the Latter Rain Assembly (Ogba, Ikeja, Lagos 2003). 9. Tunde Bakare, Discerning The Spirits Of The Nation, a message preached at Youth For Change evening, LR160504. 10. Same as No 2 (p19). 11. S. G. Elton, The Battle For Nigeria. 12. Same as No 1. 13. Same as No 6 Prophecy, Nos 28 and 42. 14. Same as No 4 (p172). 15. Dave Meyer, Let The Righteous America Arise (Life In The Word Magazine, Joyce Meyer Ministries, March 2002), p 9. 16. Cindy Jacobs, Possessing The Gates Of The Enemy (Grand Raphids, MI: Chosen Books, 1994), p 59. 17. Leadership As An Index Of Growth (The Punch, Friday, September 21, 2007), p13. SINNER'S CONFESSION If you are not yet born-again, say this: I choose to repent today. Also I choose to believe that Jesus died for my sins and rose up for my justification. The Scripture says, "If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Rom 10:9). Therefore, I believe in Jesus in my heart and confess Him as my Lord. Now I am born-again (Amen).   SAY THIS ALOUD TO RECEIVE THE HOLY SPIRIT Also Jesus said, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you and you will be my witnesses" (Acts 1:8). And on the day of Pentecost "All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance" (Acts 2:4). Therefore, I receive the Holy Spirit by faith right now and I begin to speak in an unknown tongue (unlearned tongue) as He gives me the utterance. I command every foul spirit [spirit of fear, spirit of unbelief, spirit of doubt, religious spirit, unforgiving spirit] wanting to hinder me to stop in its evil operation in my life in Jesus' name. Thank you God for filling me with your Spirit in Jesus' name (Amen).   Books By The Same Author How to Interpret Dreams and Visions Why Marriages Break How To Find The Right Life Partner Secrets of Financial and Material Prosperity How to Receive Your Divine Healing Unfolding the Fivefold Ministry The Ministry of an Apostle The Ministry of a Prophet The Ministry of an Evangelist The Ministry of a Pastor The Ministry of a Teacher Passion for the Lost Understanding the Call of God Basic Bible Course How to Receive the Holy Spirit Fulfilling Your Divine Destiny Day of Reckoning:God's Formula for Eternal Rewards Identifying Counterfeit Ministries Sanctification:Changing from Inside Out O Suffering, Why Really Me? Intimacy with God The Pastor's Wife Why Some Churches Won't Grow! Just Before You Start A Church How to Prepare and Deliver Sermons Finding Your Own Ministry False Doctrines Exposed! SPECIAL! SPECIAL! SPECIAL! A MUST READING/VIEW (Google the following free of charge on the Internet and God will change your life forever.) 1. "Holiness Required For Heaven by Carillo from Bolivia" 2. "Eternal Destinations: Godly Attire and Adornment" 3. "Another Warning by Kingsley Ubani" 4. "Time Is Over : Run For Your Life by Kingsley Ubani" 5. "9 Testimonies on Tithing from Heaven and Hell Visions" 6. "The Dangers of Eating God's Tithes and Offerings" 7. "The Visitation of Jesus to Samuel Oghenetega" (Crosscheck these testimonies with the Scriptures and if you have questions you may send us an email.) About the Author Segun Olumide and his wife, Tosin are founding ministers in the New Apostolic Movement and the Glorious Family Church International both in Lagos, Nigeria. He has a divine mandate to align the Church with God's purpose. In a vision, the Lord showed him a Bible opened to the Acts of the Apostles with the words "APOSTOLIC CALL" on one of the pages. They reach out through School Of Ministry, School Of Life (Pre-Bible School), NAM Bible School and Healing School. His apostolic teachings have blessed the Body of Christ across the nation. Connect with me online If God has blessed you through this book, please send me an e-mail to share your testimony, inspiration or reading experience, mail to: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/olumide.olusegun.5 END NOTE: If God has blessed you through this message, please kindly send it to others by e-mail or by hand [in form of print-out]. Photocopying is allowed, but commercialization is disallowed. (C) 2008 2ND EDITION 2012 TO BE CONTINUED! WATCH OUT FOR PART 3 IN FULL. SINNERS CONFESSION If you are not yet born-again, say this: I choose to repent today. Also I choose to believe that Jesus died for my sins and rose up for my justification. The Scripture says, If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved (Rom 10:9). Therefore, I believe in Jesus in my heart and confess Him as my Lord. Now I am born-again (Amen).   SAY THIS ALOUD TO RECEIVE THE HOLY SPIRIT Also Jesus said, But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you and you will be my witnesses (Acts 1:8). And on the day of Pentecost All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance (Acts 2:4). Therefore, I receive the Holy Spirit by faith right now and I begin to speak in an unknown tongue (unlearned tongue) as He gives me the utterance. I command every foul spirit [spirit of fear, spirit of unbelief, spirit of doubt, religious spirit, unforgiving spirit] wanting to hinder me to stop in its evil operation in my life in Jesus name. Thank you God for filling me with your Spirit in Jesus name (Amen).   Books By The Same Author How to Interpret Dreams and Visions Why Marriages Break How to Find the Right Life Partner Secrets of Financial and Material Prosperity How to Receive Your Divine Healing Unfolding the Fivefold Ministry The Ministry of an Apostle The Ministry of a Prophet The Ministry of an Evangelist The Ministry of a Pastor The Ministry of a Teacher Passion for the Lost Understanding the Call of God Basic Bible Course How to Receive the Holy Spirit Fulfilling Your Divine Destiny Day of Reckoning: God's Formula for Eternal Rewards Identifying Counterfeit Ministries Sanctification: Changing from Inside Out O Suffering, Why Really Me? Intimacy with God The Pastor's Wife Why Some Churches Won't Grow! Just Before You Start a Church How to Prepare and Deliver Sermons Finding Your Own Ministry False Doctrines Exposed! How to Raise Money for Ministry SPECIAL! SPECIAL! SPECIAL! A MUST READING/VIEW (Google the following free of charge on the Internet and God will change your life forever.) 1. Holiness Required For Heaven by Carillo from Bolivia 2. Eternal Destinations: Godly Attire and Adornment 3. Another Warning by Kingsley Ubani 4. Time Is Over : Run For Your Life by Kingsley Ubani 5. 9 Testimonies on Tithing from Heaven and Hell Visions 6. The Dangers of Eating Gods Tithes and Offerings 7. The Visitation of Jesus to Samuel Oghenetega (Crosscheck these testimonies with the Scriptures and if you have questions you may send us an email.) About the Author Segun Olumide and his wife, Tosin are founding ministers in the New Apostolic Movement and the Glorious Family Church International both in Lagos, Nigeria. He has a divine mandate to align the Church with God's purpose. In a vision, the Lord showed him a Bible opened to the Acts of the Apostles with the words APOSTOLIC CALL on one of the pages. They reach out through School Of Ministry, School of Life (Pre-Bible School), NAM Bible School and NAM Correspondence Bible School and Healing School. His apostolic teachings have blessed the Body of Christ across the nation. Connect with me online If God has blessed you through this book, please send me an e-mail to share your testimony, inspiration or reading experience, mail to: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/olumide.olusegun.5 NAM PARTNERS (NEW APOSTOLIC MOVEMENT PARTNERS) Abundance of peace be multiplied to you in Jesus' name. If God has blessed you through this ministry, I want you to prayerfully consider becoming a financial and prayer partner with us in discipling the nations for Christ before he comes back. Surely you will reap the reward on earth and also in eternity, as you follow Jesus to the end. You may support us in prayer daily. Also you may support us financially with any amount of money God lays upon your heart just once, monthly, every 3 months, every 6 months or yearly as it is convenient for you. You may contact us by email: [email protected] or call: +234-816-1297-781. God bless you real good. All rights reserved. Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |