Is Obstacle an opposition

IS OBSTACLE AN OPPOSITION?  

   Deep in the jungles of Africa, in the heat of the Nigerian Civil war, featuring rebels and government forces, the missionaries worked with minimum resources caring for the wounded, the sick, the handicapped, the young, old, pregnant women, children…suddenly, their worst fears came upon them. The rebels entered the mission house and didn’t hesitate to chop the head of the white priest and nuns caring for the weak. Booker T. Washington said, “Success isn’t measured by the position you reach in life; it’s measured by the obstacles you overcome,” Life is often filled with obstacles. How we respond to these obstacles will determine what we accomplish in life.

When it comes to advancing the kingdom of God, opposition is given. Satan will attempt to obstruct the work of the Lord. His determination to destroy what God seeks to accomplish is rooted in his hatred for God, and of God’s plan to save man-kind.

Too often Christians give up at the first opposition they experience. Instead of trusting in the Lord for help, they give in to fear. But God calls us to rely on His power to overcome the challenges we face. When we learn to place our trust in the Lord, we will learn how limitless His power is in our lives and He will surely fulfill all His promises as we put our trust in Him by obeying His word.

This week’s lesson examines the Jewish remnant’s ability to overcome opposition while rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem. They completed the task under the leadership of Nehemiah. It also challenges believers today to rely on the Lord as they seek to do the will of God. (Nehemiah 6: 1 through 7: 2)

In conclusion, Apostle Paul wrote to the people of Corinth “Be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.”

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Are you in the middle of a problem that borders on relationships? Spouses, In-laws, outlaws, bosses, colleagues, neighbours, national heads, church heads…name them.

This is a real life gist…”Felix (not real name) had a serious quarrel with his wife. He decided to leave the house before he’ll do something regrettable. Off he went to complain about his marriage to the Pastor, he couldn’t understand why he had issues. He had hardly come close to the Pastor’s door when he began to hear troubling noise from within. He entered to find out that his Pastor was having a heated argument with his wife. It dawned on him, no one was immune to problems afterall. He went home immediately to settle with his wife as Children of God.”

All human beings experience conflict of some kind, since Adam’s days (after the fall). The conflicts take root from man’s separation from God, which then affects all other relationships #whether you admit it or not#. The certainty of conflicts does not mean they cannot be managed or even resolved, particularly among Christian folks. The Holy Spirit can give believers the power to resolve conflicts consistent with the standards set forth in the word of God.

For instance, we ceaselessly complain about the corrupt practices of government and politicians, but considering the disunity & diminishing-love amongst Christians today, I dare say that if some of us get to that seat of Power we may not do any better. Should this be so? No!!!

Nehemiah lived a life of example, not just that, he didn’t keep quiet in the face of one Isrealite taking undue advantage over another (Nehemiah 5:1-19). The relationship between the government & the people is failing, hence unrest from disgruntled parties #child bride campaign, Biafra, boko haram, Niger delta, Arewa, OPC , ASUU etc#. What is your role as a Christian? What is your contribution to failing relationships between friends, colleagues in your office, subordinates, neighbours etc, even those who are plainly mischievous and evil? How do you live by example correcting personal & corporate failures?
James 2:8…you do well when you complete the Royal Rule of the scriptures ,‘Love others as you love yourself’

Note the bible didn’t say fight, nor carry placard, but it goes further in various instances & references teaching how we should stand for the truth in wisdom and Love. Every problem in any relationship can be healed. Even the dead ones can be resurrected. If we can love others even half of how we love ourselves, the world could be so much better to live in; but God is love. So getting God is about the starting point of Change.

When things go wrong in relationships, we must submit to the teachings of God’s Word. As we do, the Lord can help us make things right. Obedience to God and submission to His will are the keys to pleasing God. As we obey, we allow Him to work in situations we find ourselves. Then He is free to change hearts and bring about the needed reconciliation.
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