The purpose of being influential is in order for our life to attract people to God. Zechariah 8:23
- Jesus is a perfect example of a radiant display of influence. John 12:19
Tools to exude influence. 1. SUCCESS:
- There is no one that is successful that won't create influence
- Success is having undeniable result.
- Your success is not exuding influence yet when it is still contestable.
- John 12:12-18; Acts 17:6; Daniel 6:1-3, 1:20
Excellent minded people are always given a listening hear.
- Success gives a man leverage.
2. WISDOM:
- Ecclesiastes 9:13-17; 10:10,15-17
- May wisdom be your ornament this year in Jesus name.
Examples of people who displayed wisdom.
- Ahithophel: 2Samuel 16:23
- Joseph: Genesis 41:32-43
Your wisdom will make way for you this year in the name of Jesus.
3. WEALTH:
- Ecclesiastes 9:15-16; 1Kings 10:1-7
- Poverty is cursed in your life in the name of Jesus.
Secrets to exuding influence.
GOD'S ABIDING PRESENCE: John 12:19
- God's presence makes the difference in a man's life.
- Righteous living makes God's presence comfortable in your life.
- God have respect for Holiness. Genesis 18:17-26; Ezekiel 14:12-14
This year, prepare for the miraculous that will announce you.
We honor and celebrate our pastor @dapoojojohn for the teaching today. We pray may your influence this year go far and beyond in Jesus name. WE CELEBRATE YOU SIR!
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- Ephesians 5:15-16
- An anointed man of God does not speak always because God honors his words.
- One of the secrets to going far in God is to take mastery of your words.
- CIRCUMSPECTLY: to carefully consider all circumstances and the possible consequence/ having or showing close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble.
- A circumspective man lives at the leading of the Holy Spirit. Luke 2:25-27
- The life of a believer should be a mystery to the unbelievers.
- Walking Circumspectly positions a man for an unending visitation from God; it makes the supernatural common in your life.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- The sheep is figurative of we believers and the Shepherd id Jesus. John 10:11
- A true believer have some instinct that are already developed which helps them not to miss out of life.
- The Instinct talks about a way or manner of behavior which is not learned; natural desire or tendencies that makes a believer act in a particular way. Ephesians 4:22-24
- Jesus has some friends from unlikely quarters.
- That person you call your friend, wait till the time of adversity.
- Be careful of your friendship in the coming year as they can make you or mar you.
FEW FRIENDS OF JESUS FROM UNLIKELY QUARTERS. 1. Tax Collectors.
- Matthew: Matthew 9:9-13
- Zacchaeus: Luke 19:2-9
the purpose of making friends with them is to win them to the kingdom.
As you stay per time/season in the place where He wants you to stay, it is prerogative for Him to provide for your need. Psalm 104:27, 145:15-16, 136:25, 147:9.
God always provide for His own, those who live according to His will. Matthew 6:26
At every stage of every believer's life, there's always a provision available. 1Kings 17:7
beyond food, provision to a man can be material or non material.
MEN WHO ENJOY GOD'S PROVISION. 1. Abraham. 2. Isaac. Genesis 26:1-2 3. The Israelites 4. Jesus
David's first statement of praising God with his whole heart shows his deliberate intention of his worship to God.
Be deliberate about your thanksgiving, there's nothing to be afraid or ashamed of.
There are four things David highlighted in his praises to God. THANKSGIVING, GLADNESS, REJOICING & SINGING.
2Samuel 24:24
- When giving thanks, it must cost man something, not necessarily in money alone.
- You can't give thanks without bringing out something from you.
- As an adult, be deliberate about thanksgiving.
- Thanksgiving involves giving then speaking. Psalm 26:12
- Sharing testimony is a good tool of thanksgiving.
- Celebrating in God's presence is a part of thanksgiving.
To fail or desert especially in time of need; to reveal unintentionally or disclose a violation of confidence.
1. It is not your fault that you're betrayed, it's not your making, so your life should not come to a halt because of that. Mark 3:14
- The fact that you're good to someone does not stop them from betraying you.
- If Jesus could be betrayed by His close associates, then take it easy on yourself when betrayed.
2. That someone betray you is not the end.
- The person who betrays you have made a conclusion about your life so pay attention to the conclusion that was made.
- John 18:15-17
Every conclusion that leads to betrayal always bring about the discovery of purpose. Genesis 37:19-20