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King Solomon   Photo by R. Fera King Solomon, a prominent figure in the Bible, is renowned for his wisdom, wealth, and contributions to the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. His life and reign are extensively detailed in several books of the Old Testament, including 1 Kings, 2 Chronicles, and the Song of Solomon. Let's explore the multifaceted narrative of King Solomon in the Bible, covering his ancestry, early life, achievements, wisdom, and the legacy he left behind. Ancestry and Early Life: King Solomon, also known as Jedidiah, was the son of King David and Bathsheba. Born in Jerusalem, he was the second son of this union, following the death of their first son as an infant. Solomon's birth came amid controversy, as his parents' relationship began with David's adulterous affair with Bathsheba, who was initially married to Uriah the Hittite, one of David's loyal soldiers. David, guided by the prophet Nathan, recognized his wrongdoing and repented, but...

Pineapple Juice Photo by Anete Lusina Pineapple juice, derived from the tropical fruit pineapple (Ananas comosus), is not only a delicious and refreshing beverage but also boasts numerous health benefits. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and enzymes, pineapple juice can positively impact various aspects of your well-being. Let's delve into a comprehensive exploration of the benefits of pineapple juice. Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: Pineapple juice is a nutrient-dense drink that provides a significant array of essential vitamins and minerals. It is particularly high in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that supports the immune system, promotes healthy skin, and aids in collagen synthesis. Additionally, pineapple juice contains vitamin A, vitamin B-complex (including B1, B6, and B9), and minerals such as manganese and copper, which play crucial roles in various physiological functions. Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Bromelain, an enzyme found in pineapple juice, is renowne...

  Benefits of Jogging   Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich Jogging is a versatile and accessible form of aerobic exercise that provides numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits. Engaging in regular jogging can positively impact various aspects of your health, contributing to an overall well-rounded fitness routine. Cardiovascular Health: One of the primary benefits of jogging is the improvement of cardiovascular health. Regular jogging helps strengthen the heart, enhance blood circulation, and lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It increases the efficiency of the cardiovascular system, reducing the likelihood of conditions such as heart attacks and strokes. Weight Management: J ogging is an effective way to burn calories and aid in weight management. It boosts the body's metabolism, helping to shed excess pounds and maintain a healthy weight. The combination of aerobic exercise and calorie expenditure makes jogging a valuable component of any weight loss or mainten...

Christ Receiveth Sinful Men   As the hymn goes: Sinners Jesus will receive: Sound this word of grace to all Who the heav'nly pathway leave, All who linger, all who fall. Chorus: Sing it o'er (Sing it o'er again) and o'er again:(Sing it o'er again:) Christ receiveth (Christ receiveth sinful men) sinful men. (Christ receiveth sinful men) Make the message (Make the message clear and plain) clear and plain: (Make the message clear and plain) Christ receiveth sinful men. Come, and He will give you rest; Trust Him, for His word is plain; He will take the sinfulest; Christ receiveth sinful men. [Chorus] Now my heart condemns me not, Pure before the law I stand; He who cleansed me from all spot Satisfied its last demand. [Chorus] Christ receiveth sinful men, Even me with all my sin; Purged from ev’ry spot and stain, Heav’n with Him I enter in. [Chorus] Source: Baptist Hymnal 2008 #471 This hymn is an expression of God's love to mankind. Do you know that God hates rebuil...

Stay with Him an HOUR Photo by Aphiwat chuangchoem Could you not watch with me an hour. An hour with God keeps the devil away. It adds strength for the journey ahead. Most of the grace I enjoy now can be sourced from my hours of prayer with God. One of the reason man fail every time to please God is that they don't seek for His guidance. It may look like oh am born again am a child of God and they live everyday without taking a time out to seek for His guidance, strength, power to resist the tempter every step of the way. And when the whiles of the devil comes their way they fall and sometimes never come back and then some will say oh it's hard to serve God. Yes it is, you know why, it's spiritual it is 99% spiritual and 1% physical. 1 Samuel 2:9 (KJV); He will keep the feet of his saints, And the wicked shall be silent in darkness; For by strength shall no man prevail. Eph. 6:13; Therefore take the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and...

Occupy till I come Image by jcomp on Freepik And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come...   What does this implies?  Well, it simply means that we are forever occupied with a duty to sit in Christ stead. And the command is to Occupy in that position till he comes. What a post! a post to act as Christ Representative on earth. Just like any position on earth it comes with a great task and off course a task commiserate with the tools, offers, gifts, privileges and rewards at last.  Are there tools for this job?  Luke  19:13 And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. The "Pounds" at our disposal refers to the Gifts of the Holy Ghost such as wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing and so on as stated in 1 Corinthians  12:8 For to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit;   12:9 ...

Following Jesus Following Jesus brings about the word discipleship , discipleship according to dictionary.com – discipleship is the condition or situation of being a disciple, a follower, or a student of some philosophy, especially a follower of Christ: Photo from Pinterest  No Christianity without discipleship, it must look like; denying self, taking your cross, following Jesus – Luke 9:23 . 3 points as we follow Christ: To Denial ourselves : To denial ourselves is to abstain from what we crave for, what our flesh pleasures in, that is not permitted in the word of God. Take up your cross : To take up our cross daily is similar to abstaining from the happenings of the world, its music, its movies, its community like clubs and pubs, joints for drinking and smoking, gambling houses, gang zone, you name it. The cross will literally not allow you to you belong to the world to the word that proceeds from the mouth of God. Remember the cross is also public humiliation just think of the p...

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