Sept-Oct 2013 edition by Crux Magazine

Dr Grace-Sola

Oludoyi of a thriving 15 WOMEN’S MINISTRY

ESSENTIALS

Dear Child of God, The cover this month features one of the most popular worship leaders of our time, Israel Houghton. He is due in the United Kingdom for a concert in Birmingham on the 2nd of June. As usual, we have an array of the other events scheduled for the coming months which promise to be spiritually uplifting - be sure to prayerfully consider which one to attend. I would like to draw your attention to the second part of our article by Chuck Missler on the subject of Eternal Security of the believer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a very controversial subject that some Christians may not agree with on this side of eternity. Regardless of your take on the subject, I encourage you to go through the article and get to know some of the reasoning behind this doctrine Finally, I would like to invite you to join our growing team of Crux Magazine writers. We are getting an ever increasing number of visitors to our website monthly, and you are welcome to contribute to our blog. Contact us using the email address on this page. Enjoy this edition and God Bless! Pastor Francis Obasogie

Glorifying God, Edifying Man, Pointing All to Christ

So far in our Kingdom, Power and Glory study, we have learned that the way we live our lives here and now will have dramatic consequences in the coming Millennial Kingdom. In other words, what we do after we have been born again affects our role, our position and our place in the future reign of Christ. This coming kingdom is not heaven, but a literal kingdom that will exist back on earth for a thousand years where Jesus Christ will rule and reign. (Be careful not to confuse what happens in the Millennium with what occurs in heaven at the end of the thousand years, because they are two different realms.)

image of Christ here for a witness to others, but also our “inheritance in Christ” in the future. Philippians 3:12 tells us we need to apprehend (or understand) that for which we have been apprehended by Christ.”

All believers will be “with” Christ in the coming Millennium, but only the “overcomers”—only the ones who constantly recognize their choices and choose to turn around and follow Christ (1 John 1:9)—will inherit “levels of responsibility” in that kingdom. So not only our rewards, but also our place of responsibility in the future kingdom will be won or lost according to our faithfulness in this life. Our life here is simply the training ground for the next life there.

TWO KINDS OF INHERITANCE

Consequently, there is an urgent need in the Body of Christ for a renewed recognition of our own accountability and a refreshed understanding of the reason for our salvation—not only to be conformed to the

The subject of our “future inheritance” in the Millennial Kingdom is one of the major themes of the Bible. There are 1518 verses in the Old Testament and hundreds in the New that speak about this “coming kingdom” and the importance of our being able to inherit it. What makes the subject of “inheritance” rather confusing, however, is that the Bible uses the word inherit or inheritance in several different ways. 1) First of all, the Bible speaks of an “inheritance by birth,” or a “sonship inheritance.” (Strong’s #2816, kleronomeo) This is an inheritance that belongs to us simply because we are sons of God and we are heirs. It means that because we are “born again” (“justified” and have the Spirit of God in our hearts), we have God Himself as our inheritance. Galatians 4:6-7 confirms this: “And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father. Wherefore, thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an

Lord.” (Keep in mind that inheriting the land in the Old Testament is symbolic of inheriting the kingdom in the New Testament.) Deuteronomy 6:18 tells us that, “If they [the Israelites] do what is good and right,” then they will not only go into the land, but also possess it. And Deuteronomy 19:9-10 confirms this: “If they shall keep the commandment, then they will inherit the cities and the land.” And finally, Deuteronomy 11:22-23, “If ye shall diligently keep all these commandments which I command you, to do them, to love the Lord your God, to walk in all His ways, and to cleave unto Him, then will the Lord drive out all these nations from before you, and ye shall possess greater nations and mightier than yourselves.” (Exodus 15:26)

heir of God through Christ.”1 This sonship inheritance is unconditional and automatic, such as something you might receive in a will.2 Once you are a son, you will always remain a son.3

Here are a few New Testament Scriptures that speak of some of the requirements for this second type of inheritance: Matthew 24:43 and 47 say, “...if we are faithful, [then] He will make us ruler over all his goods;” 2 Timothy 2:12 says, “...if we suffer, [then] we shall reign with Him;” and James 2:5 says, “...if we love Him, we will be heirs of His kingdom.” (See also Hebrews 10:35) “Inheritance from the Lord,” both in the Old Testament and in the New, is always conditioned upon behavior.

So, inheritance by birth is a “free gift” (no works are needed). It guarantees us “eternal Life” and is open to absolutely every-one who will accept it. (Ephesians 1:11, 14) Again, it’s an unconditional inheritance. 2) The second type of inheritance that the Bible speaks about, is called an inheritance from the Lord. (Strong’s #2817, kleronomia) This is an inheritance given by the Lord because of faithfulness, obedience and perseverance.4 In other words, it’s an “earned” inheritance and it entitles one to positions, rewards, authority and blessings in the Millennial Kingdom. Colossians 3:24 calls this “a reward of inheritance.” So this type of inheritance is conditional because there are requirements: Here are some Old Testament Scriptures that deal with the requirements for an “inheritance from the

TO BE CONT’D

MINISTRY

Pastor (Dr.) Gr Dr Grace Sola-Oludoyi is a woman of many hats. A

naturally gifted leader and organiser, she presides over the Royal Women Ministry, and hosts the popular “Woman on a Mission” conference. PGSO as she is fondly called is a medical doctor who qualified as a Psychiatrist before coming into full-time ministry. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Theology and Counselling from London School of Theology. As a certified Christian Counsellor, her mission is not just to heal “broken bones” but to heal the “broken mind”. She exudes a passion for women; their total wellbeing, health and relationships. She runs an “Iron Sharpeneth Iron” (ISI) Mentoring Scheme for women of all ages and a Grooming Class for young girls. One of her desires is to see more singles making the right choice in marriage - bound relationships. She is an encourager, and mentor to many. As a naturally gifted leader and organiser, some of her greatest assets are the ability to plan and coordinate events and programmes of diverse kinds. Her eye for detail and her ‘perfectionist’ nature, organisational skills, passion for excellence and her smile makes her stand out amongst many. With a love for God, she strives for excellence as she believes only the best is good enough for Him. Dr Grace is an international conference and seminar speaker who delivers the Word of God in a down-toearth style. She is involved in various charity works, and has authored the much sought after books, 10

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Dining with Christ (DWC) This is a unique and visionary ministry whose main aim is to minister to the “soul” in a peculiar way, through music, dance and merry making. Her vision is culled from Proverbs 15:13, “A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance”. With a motto tagged: CELEBRATION COMETH, the ministry believes that there are many women who are overwhelmed with this busy life of work, career, family and church that they barely have time to relax and or “chill out” with friends. DWC creates the avenue for that to become a reality. Burdens are lifted, yokes are removed, women are at liberty and hopes are given. DWC has seven components, namely: Worship, Live Gospel Music, Prophetic Declarations, Dance, Fun, Fellowship, and Sumptuous Dinner. DWC dinner-dance is for both single and married ladies, Christians and Non Christians DWC was birthed by Dr Grace in December 1998 in the women’s group of RCCG Royal Connections, London and has held annually for 13 years. It continues to grow from strength to strength with a chapter being launched in Lagos, Nigeria this year.

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