Topic: 8 PRINCIPLES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY CHRISTIAN (TIME AT HIS FEET LESSON)
Bible Reading: Genesis 41
Good morning ladies and gentlemen! Sammie’s Daily Dose is back after a long break. I am sure the thought of us not returning; crossed you mind! We are back; in full swing. This week, we would be going over some highlights (and pitfalls) of Sammie’s Daily Dose’s maiden event “Time at His Feet!” Are you ready? I am! Let us get right into today’s message.
The “8 Principles for the 21st Century Christian” is the Bible study message I shared on Saturday, 31st August 2019. The Holy Spirit gave me this message because we need to be reminded of these Principles. Each day, I will be sharing 2 principles with you- you may learn a lot from the message.
To begin, I will like you to take your Bible and read Genesis 41, at least, once. As you read, pay attention to the choice of words and the events that occur in the course of the chapter. Give yourself about 10 minutes to carefully go through the text (before you continue this message).
Let us get into it….
PRINCIPLE 1: A 21st Century Christian must stand the test of time!
As a 21st Century Christian, God wants to test our loyalty to Him. You must stand the test of time. In Genesis 41:1, the Bible says “When two full years had passed, Pharaoh had a dream…” I want us to pay attention to the word “full.” This word is not associated with time; it is usually used (as an adjective) when describing the volume of an item or container.
According to the Cambridge Dictionary, the word “full” means holding or containing as much as possible or a lot.
This word was used to make emphasis on the fact that two whole years passed by. At times, we round off our numbers and the years. God was telling us that it was exactly two years. No minute or second lost. Exactly two years.
The length of time is very important to us because it gives us an idea of the time Joseph spent in prison; waiting upon God- to take Him out of that situation. Just like Joseph, we would have to prove ourselves to God and allow Him to train us. (Even in situations which are outside our comfort zone). God is testing you and preparing you for the great things He has in store for you. It is a necessary step for your breakthrough. Always remember that!
Every Christian has gone through it and will go through it- it happens differently for every individual. So do not expect that you would have to go to prison. For some, they may; not for everyone. God knows your capacity and your capability. He would not test you more than you can bare.
To pass this test of time, you need to stand firm in faith. Faith is easy when things are in our favor, however, when we are in a difficult situation we begin to falter. That is why as Christians you must always build your faith; by watering your seed with the Word. You must reach a point whereby your body, soul and mind are in sync with God. A point whereby He is in total (and I mean total), control of your life and your thoughts.
I have been on a journey of soaking myself in God’s Word (to build my faith) these past weeks. I will say that it has been awesome. It has changed my way of thinking and the dynamics of my conscience. I am amazed at how differently I think and act in certain situations.
I hear God's word clearer- a more distinctive voice. There is an inner fulfillment and peace that you enjoy in this process. I will encourage you, yes you, reading this piece to join in.
I would like to have a “Christian Sibs” program whereby we share our growing Bible study journey and hold each oth