YOUR STORY

YOUR STORY
© Israel Ayanwuyi, 2019

Although it may not be easy, decision to follow Jesus always worth it as it involves forsaking our own life and ways totally for the life and way Jesus had made available for us (note that I said totally, not partially). From the scriptures, the first four disciples Jesus made—Simon Peter and Andrew, James and John which are sons of Zebedee—had to completely leave what they are doing and follow Jesus instantly. Don't you think this kind of faith worth speaking about? They were not doing part-time of their fishing work and following Jesus, they followed completely.

As far as salvation is concerned, we owe the world a true life story of what our past and present life look like. Is there a distinct difference from your past life and present? Are you still working in partiality? Or you are having a little touch of your past?

Me: What is your salvation experience?
A: Sometimes I used to steal but now I only steal from my parents.

Bible: If you are a thief, quit stealing. Instead, use your hands for good hard work, and then give generously to others in need. Ephesians 4:28

B: I used to slay everyday with my dresses, words, hairstyle and makeup but now I only do that on Saturdays for Owambe party or Sundays.

Bible: Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2

C: I always express I love you in words to everyone around me

Bible: Dear friends, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions. I John 3:18

D: I used to feel guilt of my past sins when I was of the world

Bible: Even if we feel guilty, God is greater than our feelings, and he knows everything. I John 3:20

E: I pray once in a week, during cooperate prayers or when in church/fellowship.

Bible: Pray without ceasing. I Thessalonians 5:17

F: I cry or run out of God whenever I face challenges or trials.

Bible: I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. John 16:33

G: I used to back out my integrity at the face of tribulations.

Bible: You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. Matthew 5:14

H: I always succumb to peer pressure because I cannot stand alone.

Bible: But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. I Peter 2:9

I: I get angry easily but now it is only once in a while.

Bible: And “don’t sin by letting anger control you.” Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry, for anger gives a foothold to the devil. Ephesians 4:26

Through Jesus Christ, the Father, God, called us to be perfect as He is—like Father, like son [Matthew 5:48]. I bring you a message to come hither, you have all it takes to live perfectly as God is. For He said, my grace is sufficient for you(More than you need). Decision to follow Jesus Christ is one you truly have to make, be determined, persisted and consistent about.

Forsake lukewarmnesss, selfishness, idolatry, cheating, ungodly and seductive dressing, immorality, strife, anger, pride, jealousy and many others.

In all of these things, Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. Pay deliberate attention to your growth and pursuit in God. Whoever save his life shall lose it but whoever forsake his life shall find it, only in Christ Jesus. Be encouraged!