Thursday 13 August 2015

Heaven At Last. Sermon and prayer point by Pastor E A Adeboye

Memorise
In my Father’s house are many mansions : if it were not so, I would have told
you. I go to prepare a place for you.
John 14:2
Read: Revelation 21:1-8
1 And I saw a new heaven and a new earth : for the first heaven and the first
earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.
2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem , coming down from God out of
heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.
3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of
God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people,
and God himself shall be with them, and be their God.
4 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no
more death , neither sorrow , nor crying , neither shall there be any more pain :
for the former things are passed away .
5 And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And
he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.
6 And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega , the beginning and
the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life
freely.
7 He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he
shall be my son.
8 But the fearful, and unbelieving , and the abominable , and murderers , and
whoremongers, and sorcerers , and idolaters , and all liars , shall have their part
in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone : which is the second death .
Message
You may have wondered in your heart, “Of what benefit is it to me to deny
myself the pleasures of sin by living a holy life ?” I have good news for you: it
is of great benefit. One major benefit of living a holy life is the assurance of
making it to Heaven . Our Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 5:8 said:
“Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. ”
Many people are being deceived today by the doctrine that says you can still
make it to Heaven even when you live in sin, so far as you have confessed
Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. Don’t be deceived; Heaven is not for
everyone. It is not for sinners, nor is it for the wicked; it is for the pure in
heart. Heaven is not for souls confessing salvation but still living in sin.
Nothing that is defiled or tarnished with sin can be allowed into Heaven
( Revelation 21:27 ). It is a prepared place for a prepared people. Nobody can
get there by wishful thinking . The Lord Jesus Christ has gone ahead of us to
prepare a place for us, and He will definitely return to take us there ( John
14:1-3 ). Will you be among those who will be welcomed into Heaven?
Beloved, many people are fast shifting their focus away from heaven to earth.
In fact, Satan is giving some people a very comfortable piece of the world so
that they will forget about Heaven. Is comfort or wealth eroding your faith in
Christ ? Are wealth and earthly pleasure replacing God in your heart? Don’t let
anything good or bad hinder you from making it to Heaven !
Living a life of holiness is also of benefit to your life on earth. One of such
benefits is the anointing . Hebrews 1:9 says:
“Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore God, even thy
God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows.”
“Oil ” in this Scripture symbolises the Holy Spirit . If you want the anointing,
you must live a holy life. If you want the power of God to move freely through
your life and ministry, you must be holy. In fact, the degree to which you are
holy will determine the extent of the anointing upon your life. Based on this,
you can easily tell that those ministers of the gospel who appear to be highly
anointed but lack holiness must have gotten their power from some other
source and not God. If you want power from God, you cannot get it by
compromising with sin . Are you living a holy life ?
Key Point
God can only entrust you with His power if you are living a life of holiness.
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14 Strange-but-True Health Tips

Use the First Stall
After analyzing 51 public restrooms, experts found that
the stall closest to the restroom door consistently had the
lowest bacteria levels (and the most toilet paper!). The
first stall probably sees less traffic because it's near the
door and people want privacy. And when you're finished,
stand before you flush. When toilets are flushed, a fine
mist of water containing contagious bacteria sprays up.
You can catch intestinal bugs and hepatitis from it.
Splint a Broken Arm with a Magazine
To make an impromptu cast, place your wrist palm-down
on top of a thick magazine. Roll the magazine into a U-
shaped cradle and secure it with tape, an ace bandage , or
long strips torn from a shirt. Then please remember to
renew your subscription.
Accuse Others of Taking Your Keys
Research suggests there's a marked difference between
how younger and older people interpret misplacing their
car keys. A young guy usually blames it on someone else:
"Who took my damn keys?" An old man typically blames
it on himself: "I must be getting old. I misplaced my keys
again." Never use your age as an excuse for anything like
this—and see if you don't remain younger longer. It's an
effective mental trick.
Scratch the Other Limb
For itchy skin under a cast, try scratching the same place
on the other arm or foot. This may trick your brain into
thinking you're scratching the real itch.
(How 'bout advice to get stronger? Try these 100 Best
Fitness Tips of All-Time .)
Break a High Fever
Anything up to 102°F is mild and can be treated by
drinking plenty of fluids. But to quickly bring down a
reading above that, put an ice pack under your arm or
near your groin. Icing either spot will cool your body's
core. It's uncomfortable, but it works fast. Then see a
doctor.
Keep the Willies at Bay
If you get claustrophobic in small spaces such as subways,
elevators, and that closet of an office they stuck you in,
visit your local fruit stand. A sniff of green apple may
help relieve claustrophobic sensations. Carry one with
you. Also, if you're selling your house, placing a basket of
fresh green apples on the table may make potential
buyers perceive the house as larger.
Skip the Antibacterial Soap
There's absolutely no reason to buy antibacterial soaps,
according to the American Medical Association. While
close to 50 percent of soaps sold in the States contain
antimicrobial agents, the AMA claims there's no solid
scientific proof that these soaps are better at preventing
infection than regular soap. In fact, the group argues that
antibacterial soaps may be doing more harm than good—
by making bacteria stronger and more resistant to
existing germ killers.
Straighten Your Drive
Taking a long drive? Pretend someone poured a cold
drink down your back—notice how your shoulders pull
back and your spine curves? That's the position your back
should be in when you're rolling down the highway.
Disinfect a Wound with Honey
Pour a dab of honey on a cut before covering it with a
bandage. Believe it or not, honey has powerful
antibacterial properties. A recent study found that it was
capable of destroying almost all strains of the most
common wound-infecting bacteria.
(There are other use for honey, too, and you might find
one of them among the 50 Best Men's Health Sex Tips
Ever .)
Call Dr. Pepper
Next time you nick yourself in the kitchen, reach for the
black pepper. Run cold water over the wound to clean it,
using soap if you were handling meat. Then sprinkle on
the pepper and apply pressure. In no time, the bleeding
will stop. Turns out, black pepper has analgesic,
antibacterial, and antiseptic properties. Pepper doesn't
sting, either—but don't tell that to your audience.
Shave Your 'stache and Sniff Less
If you're prone to allergies and have a mustache, wash it
twice a day with liquid soap. One study found that
patients who did this used fewer antihistamines and
decongestants. Reason: Cleaning got rid of stuck pollen
grains.
Pet Away High Blood Pressure
To lower your risk of heart attack and stroke, get a dog.
Numerous studies show that petting a dog keeps blood
pressure under control when you're stressed.
Flush Away Trouble
Ever notice how satisfying it is to flush a toilet, especially
if it's one of those airport monsters? Think of this next tip
as a stress laxative—a bit strange, but guaranteed to be
gentle and effective: Before you go to bed, put some small
strips of flushable paper and a pencil in the bathroom.
The following morning, take a seat and write down the
names of all the people or situations in your life that are
causing you angst. Then throw them in the bowl and
flush. You'll be amazed at how great this feels and works.

Wednesday 12 August 2015

NEEDLE CAN SAVE THE LIFE OF A STROKE PATIENT

NEEDLE CAN SAVE THE LIFE OF A STROKE PATIENT -- .
From a Chinese Professor .
Keep a syringe or needle in your home to do this... It ' s amazing and an unconventional way of recovering from stroke, read it through it can help somebody one day.
This is amazing. Please keep this very handy. Excellent tips. Do take a minute to read this. You ' ll never know, ones life may depend on you
My father was paralyzed and later died from the result of a stroke. I wish I knew about this first aid before. When stroke strikes, the capillaries in the brain will gradually burst. (Irene Liu) When a stroke occurs, stay calm.
No matter where the victim is, do not move him/her. Because, if moved, the capillaries will burst.
Help the victim to sit up where he/she is to prevent him/her from falling over again and then the blood letting can begin .
If you have in your home an injection syringe that would be the best.
Otherwise, a sewing needle or a straight pin will do.
1. Place the needle/pin over fire to sterilize it and then use it to prick the tip of all ......10 fingers.
2. There are no specific acupuncture points, just prick about an mm from the fingernail.
3. Prick till blood comes out.
4. If blood does not start to drip, then squeeze with your fingers.
5. When all 10 digits is bleeding, wait a few minutes then the victim will regain consciousness.
6. If the victim ' s mouth is crooked , then pull on his ears until they are red.
7. Then prick each earlobe twice until two drops of blood comes from each earlobe.
After a few minutes the victim should regain consciousness.
Wait till the victim regains his normal state without any abnormal symptoms then take him to the hospital.
Otherwise, if he was taken in the ambulance in a hurry to the hospital, the bumpy trip will cause all the capillaries in his brain to burst.
If he could save his life, barely managing to walk, then it is by the grace of GOD.
' I learned about letting blood to save life from Chinese traditional doctor, Ha Bu Ting, who lives in Sun Juke.
Furthermore, I had practical experience with it. Therefore, I can say this method is 100% effective.
In 1979, I was teaching in Fung Gaap College in Tai Chung.
One afternoon, I was teaching a class when another teacher came running to my classroom and said in panting, ' Ms Liu, come quick, our supervisor has had a stroke ! ' . I immediately went to the 3rd floor. When I saw our supervisor, Mr. Chen Fu Tien, his colour was off, his speech was slurred , his mouth was crooked - all the symptoms of a stroke
I immediately asked one of the practicum students to go to the pharmacy outside the school to buy a syringe , which I used to prick Mr. Chen's 10 fingers tips.
When all 10 fingers were bleeding (each with a pea-sized drop of blood), after a few minutes, Mr. Chen ' s face regained its colour and his eyes ' spirit returned,
But his mouth was still crooked . So I pulled on his ears to fill them with blood . When his ears became red, I pricked his right earlobe twice to let out two drops of blood .
When both earlobes had two drops of blood each, a miracle happened .
Within 3-5 minutes the shape of his mouth returned to normal and his speech became clear.
We let him rest for a while and have a cup of hot tea , then we helped him
go down the stairs, drove him to Wei Wah Hospital . He rested one night and was released the next day to return to school to teach.. Everything worked normally.
There were no ill after effects.
On the other hand, the usual stroke victim usually suffers Irreparable bursting of the brain capillaries on the way to the hospital. As a result, these victims never recover. ' (Irene Liu)Therefore, stroke is the second cause of death. The lucky ones will stay alive but can remain paralysed for
life.
It is such a horrible thing to happen in ones life.
If we can all remember this blood letting method and start the life saving process immediately , in a short time, the victim will be revived and regain 100% normality.
IF POSSIBLE PLEASE FORWARD THIS AFTER READING . YOU NEVER KNOW IT MAY HELP SAVE A LIFE FROM STROKE

Detailed Analysis
According to a widely circulated "health advice" message that has been passed around via email, the blogosphere and social media websites since at least 2003, you can save the life of a stroke victim by pricking his or her finger tips and earlobes with a needle to let out blood. The message suggests that, should a person suffer a stroke, you should prick all ten of the victim's fingers with a needle or syringe until they bleed. And, if the victim's mouth is crooked, you should also pull on his or her ears until they are red and prick them until they bleed as well. Supposedly, the blood letting technique described will stop capillaries in the victim's brain from bursting.
The message also recommends that you wait until the victim recovers from the stroke symptoms before taking him or her to the hospital because the journey will cause all the capillaries in the victim's brain to burst, thereby leading to death or paralysis.
However, the health advice in the message is total nonsense and has no scientific or medical merit whatsoever. In fact, the spurious claims in the message are potentially very dangerous and acting on them could actually cost a stroke victim's life or cause the ongoing effects of the stroke to be significantly worse than need be.
In a post on the NeuroLogica Blog, respected American clinical neurologist Dr. Steven P. Novella notes:
First let me dispense with the claims that are made – primarily that minute bleeding through finger or earlobe pricks will prevent permanent damage from a stroke.
There are actually several kinds of stroke. The term refers to the presentation of symptoms – stroke-like or sudden in appearance. The two main types of stroke are hemmorhagic and ischemic. Hemmorhagic strokes are caused by bleeding into the brain. Ischemic strokes are caused by lack of blood flow to a portion of the brain, and are further divided by the cause of the blockage. Ischemic strokes can also secondarily bleed from the damage to the brain tissue and its blood vessels.
There is no situation in which all of the capillaries in the brain burst – this is not part of a stroke. The closest thing to this that actually occurs is that an ischemic stroke may subsequently bleed, but there is no evidence or any plausible reason to think that any of the things mentioned in this e-mail would lead to or prevent secondary bleeding.
Further, pricking the fingers or earlobes would cause (thankfully) a negligible amount of bleeding and would not in any way affect the stroke victim’s hemodynamics. And if it did,that would just worsen the stroke by decreasing brain perfusion and oxygen delivery.
The last thing a stroke victim needs is someone stabbing at his or her face and fingers with a needle, especially when said stabbing will not help in the slightest. But, the most concerning part of the message is its advice to wait until the victim has recovered from the initial stroke before taking him or her for medical treatment. This statement is irresponsible in the extreme and taking heed of it could have dire consequences. Dr Jose Vega, writing on strokes for an About.com article, explains :
The email conveys multiple unfounded ideas about stroke, but by far the most dangerous one of all is the suggestion that people should not be taken to a hospital until all their symptoms are resolved, on the grounds that "all the capillaries in the brain will burst on the way to the hospital". This statement is untrue and totally irresponsible. When it comes to stroke every minute that you stay away from the hospital counts against you. After all, tPA, the most effective treatment available for stroke, must be given within 3 hours of the onset of stroke symptoms. Thus, even if you are into bloodletting, should you ever suspect that you or someone you know might be having a stroke, do yourself a favor and call the ambulance immediately.
The false ideas described in the message may have been fueled in part by the
results of a 2005 study at Tianjin College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The object of the study was to "observe the effect of blood-letting puncture at Twelve Well-Points of Hand on consciousness and heart rate in patients with early apoplexy" . The results of the study suggested that "Blood-letting puncture at Twelve Well-Points of Hand can improve the consciousness and raise the systolic pressure in patients of the mild injury team". However, it is very important to note that the patients who participated in the study were already properly diagnosed and hospitalized and the seemingly positive results only applied to the "mild injury" group. The article certainly does not advise or even imply that such a bloodletting technique should ever be used at home on stroke victims in place of seeking immediate medical treatment.
Moreover, while blood control techniques such as hemodilution have been considered as possible treatments for strokes, results have typically shown no improvements for stroke impact or tend to be inconclusive. Certainly, no credible medical reports have ever recommended blood letting as a stroke first aid treatment . Nor do any legitimate descriptions of stroke treatment recommend that patients be left until the stroke symptoms have dissipated before being taken for medical treatment.
A fact sheet about stroke first aid published on the Mayo Clinic website notes:
Seek immediate medical assistance. A stroke is a true emergency. The sooner treatment is given, the more likely it is that damage can be minimized. Every moment counts.
Thus, this potentially life threatening misinformation should not be forwarded, or shared. If you receive this message, please do not send it on. And please take the time to let the sender know that the information it contains is dangerously inaccurate.

Sunday 2 August 2015

Welcome to The 63rd RCCG Annual Convention

The Lord has preserved us to see another Convention of His Church and
to participate in the blessings that He alone can give. We therefore
welcome you to the convention of “The All-Sufficient God”. This year’s
theme holds lots of promises for all of us who will participate in all the
proceedings and our lives will be imparted in ways we have never
imagined.
The All Sufficient One has enough blessings to give all His children
because there is no shortage in His storehouse. He appeared to Abraham
as the El Shaddai, the One who is more than enough (Gen 17:1), and He
is still the same till this moment. During this convention, He will release
His all-sufficiency concerning all your long-awaited miracle and you will
become a testimony in the name of Jesus.
The All Sufficient One rules by decrees. He commanded light where there
was darkness and darkness had no option but to take its leave (Gen
1:3). He commanded ravens to feed Elijah and they did not miss their
way (Kings 17:4-6). He is the One who calls those things that be not as
though they were (Romans 4:7) and He has not changed. You will
encounter Him again as He decrees goodness, mercy, favour, and healing
into your life. He spoke to the sea and the waves and there was peace.
He will speak into your situations and you will have new experience of
fulfillment. He spoke to the emptiness of a widow and she became an oil
merchant, and her disgrace was turned to abundance. Get ready for a
delude of miracle.
His promises cover every aspect of your life- spiritual, physical,
emotional, financial and material. Zacchaeus was rich but he needed
something money could not buy. He sought the attention of Jesus (Luke
19:12-8). Salvation entered his house, the lamb of God who takes away
sin of the whole world visited him and his past was washed away.
There will be salvation galore during this convention. It is the opportunity
you have been waiting for in order to make peace with God. Hannah, the
mother of Samuel, did not visit Shiloh in vain. She returned with her
bundle of joy. You will be the next in the line. The woman with the issues
of blood did not touch His garment in vain. Her issues were adequately
dealt with. The man at the Pool of Bethesda was made whole of all his
diseases. The incurable was healed and raised up to confront life with
gusto.
Since it is God’s nature to give more than we need, the anointing that
will operate during this convention take you to the level of “running over”.
That was the anointing that took the shepherd boy and made him a king
and the progenitor of the King of kings. This same anointing turned the
son of a farmer to a great prophet and the father of kings. This anointing
will touch individuals, organizations will be transformed and whole
nations will rejoice.
As you participate in all the Plenary Sessions, Seminars and Bible
Studies, prepare yourself for unprecedented breakthroughs and a new
level of walking with God. Please remember to obey all camp rules and
be at the right place at the right time. Be in meditation and take time to
reflect on the message God sends to you through His ministers. You will
not be disappointed that you attended this year’s convention.
The One who holds the whole world in His hand is more than able to
meet all needs, and He is already waiting for you. He knows you by name
because He calls the stars in their billions by name. He is here before
you came. Concentrate on Him and let nothing divert your attention from
Him. “They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were
not ashamed” (Psalm 34:5). Remember, this Jesus who is the All
Sufficient One, is the same yesterday, and today and forever.
Welcome to Convention 2015
Pastor E. A. Adeboye
General Overseer, The RCCG