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OWNERS OF LIFE Let’s consider all the areas where we aren’t owners of our time. Whenever you’re in paid employment and trading your time for a wage, you don’t have a say in how you spend that hour, as someone is compensating you a small amount for a piece of your life. Time constitutes your life; it is the very substance of it. Each of us has a set amount of time on earth. For some, that may be ten years; for others, it could be forty, fifty, or more. Whatever you do with your time determines what you produce from your life. I’ve been going through a particularly challenging period due to my understanding of time, and the awareness of what I could create from that time is so painful when you’re not the owner of your own life. Most people don’t even grasp the concept of what time is for, which is why they squander it on trivial pursuits. Some may think going to the café, dining out, or lounging by the pool is the best life. From my perspective, this goes completely against my value system. I dislike an unstructured life or simply engaging in mundane routines without creating value. For personal reasons, I cannot explain what has held me back from living the most fulfilling lifestyle when others want to confine me for their benefit, not even understanding what they are doing because they do not value time for lack of understanding. Although I know the season is coming to a close, I will return to doing what I enjoy most: constant self-education. It is the fabric of my life because I understand that, with the years allotted, I want to maximise as much value as possible to be useful to God's kingdom. For me, that is the purpose of life. We sell our lives for peanuts when we trade them for a low-yielding, mundane lifestyle. I cringe at wasting time simply because I understand its value. However, most people around me and in my culture have little idea of what time truly is, as they hold different philosophies shaped by their values and stages in life. This could involve family, raising children, going on holidays, retirement, making money, seeking pleasure, excitement, or adventure. Each perspective influences how we experience life. Alternatively, some might believe that time is meant for themselves; it all depends on one's worldview. This is why the most fundamental aspect of life is grasping the logic behind one’s worldview, which many people have little, if any, understanding of. Yet the most valuable thing in life is time. We create everything from time. Warren Buffett is a man of integrity and possesses an exceedingly high net worth that he has built for himself. What he has accomplished with time, particularly in the financial realm, is outstanding due to his values. He is an honourable man because of what he created over time. Hitler killed six million Jews in his lifetime, and that was how he chose to live. Bin Laden was a radical Islamic terrorist, and he killed and destroyed many lives due to his misguided philosophy. Billy Graham, a well-known evangelist, redeemed his time by reaping a harvest for God's kingdom. He tapped into the gift within him and built heaven’s asset column. We choose to live for ourselves, God, or others. I don’t mean that you should become someone’s spare tyre, only to be used when theirs is flat, or that you’re building someone else's dream at your own expense. I mean that serving mankind with whatever God has placed in you should be a constant lifestyle of converting value. Many people are not givers; they hoard. I’m not just talking about money; there is so much within us that we must empty ourselves of, and it is meant for others. Everything you see in this world was created for a purpose: the sun, rain, fruit, trees, fish, oxygen, and even the cockroach and the rat. Nothing was made for itself. How much more so for man, created in God's image and likeness? Even your eyes were designed for a specific purpose. Every part of your body serves a particular function, and when it is maximised and used to build God's kingdom, it fulfils the purpose of its design and is maximised for His glory. I need my hands to write and my mind to think; I use words to communicate ideas that are the raw materials from which life is made, as our words frame ideas that shape thoughts and influence how we perceive the world. We share in that communication. We may not always agree with each other on some issues, just as I have had conflicts with someone else’s value system; however, this is often due to their lack of understanding about concepts beyond their grasp. I constantly contend with distractions because I cherish the quiet needed to perform at my best, believing that the right environment is essential. Another important aspect of living a high-yielding lifestyle is identifying the settings where you flourish and then optimising them to extract as much value as possible from that time. It doesn’t matter what you possess or lack if you recognise the wealth of time and manage to infuse each day with immense value; that is how you live your best life without regrets. Written by Rochelle White

*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 06/07/2025* Nigerians pay $180 taxes per international flight – Report Senate’ll not recall Natasha till she apologises as ordered by court – Spokesman Resident doctors reject FG’s pay review, demand revised CONMESS NLC opposes plan to remove minimum wage from Exclusive List – Ajaero Nigeria’s internally displaced persons rise to eight million Thai police rescue eight-year-old boy living with dogs, unable to speak Elon Musk unveils ‘America Party’ to challenge US political establishment Iran leader Khamenei makes first public appearance since Israel war BRICS nations to denounce Trump tariffs Nigeria battle Tunisia in Casablanca as ‘Mission X’ begins Nigerian fighting for Russia in exchange for reduced jail term captured by Ukrainian forces Nigerian, wife sentenced for $3m romance scam targeting US seniors Human trafficking: Police rescue 40 Ghanaians, arrest three in Ondo ------------------------------ *DID YOU KNOW?* * New York’s Times Square was originally called Longacre Square until it was renamed in 1904 after The New York Times moved its headquarters to the newly built Times Building. * During the 1908 Olympics in London, the Russians showed up 12 days late due to the fact that they were using the Julian calendar instead of the Gregorian calendar. ------------------------------ Tinubu installs Igwe Agubuzu as Chancellor, Federal University of Kashere Shettima, Kalu, Pate bag honorary doctorate degrees from FUK NASS to transmit constitution review report to State Assemblies before Dec Ibadan court sentences tricycle operator for assaulting traffic officer You’ve Made Kaduna Safer, Army Chief Tells Uba Sani NAF honours veterans for sacrifices, contributions in Borno Army arrests soldier over phone repairer’s death in Adamawa Insecurity claimed 47,000 lives in the north, says Ribadu Nigeria’s tax reforms not yet done, says Oyedele Presidency to ADC coalition: forget 2027 FG proposes new role for retired military officers 2027: Power Minister Declares Governorship Ambition in Oyo Investors eager to fund Lagos-Calabar highway, others – Umahi FG willing to negotiate Kanu’s release – Umahi FG to spend N17bn on Lagos bridge damaged by fire FG to set up committee for SSANU’s withheld salary payment FG, NLNG to complete 27.1km Bonny road in Rivers Discos rake in N553bn amid poor power complaints Nigeria records 145 Lassa fever deaths as fatality rate increases Police pension scheme violates constitution, IHRC tells Tinubu Nigeria records 11,000 unregistered refugees in six months – Report Wike: I Like Money, Nobody Can Do Without Money Plateau varsity, police disagree over bomb threat on campus Drama as Ibibios oppose creation of Obolo State No amount of insults will provoke me – Adeboye Church takeover of industrial estates sign of revival – PFN President, Bishop Oke Edo APC suspends member over social media post APC will allow free contest in 2025, says power minister 2027: South East ‘ll work for Tinubu’s re-election – Umahi Aregbesola urges ADC supporters to focus on facts, not insults Rivers APC faction slams Wike over dragging Amaechi’s wife into politics David Mark root cause of PDP crisis – Bode George I won’t join your party, Zamfara gov tells ADC Alia appoints VC for new Benue varsity, others Makinde felicitates Olubadan at 90 Edo Senator brokers peace between community, Army over land dispute Jigawa council chairman dies at 61 Kaduna to refund purchasers of staff quarters in three schools Kaduna begins free bus rides for workers, students Monday Lagos home scheme: Residents complete payment, receive certificates Oyo upgrades 66 health centres to boost healthcare delivery Oyo schools begin entrance exam July 7 Lagos seals Lekki school over wastewater pollution LASEPA seals multiple establishments in Lagos over noise pollution Imo oil community kicks against alleged exploitation Three suspected human traffickers arrested in Ondo Protest as police arrest Osun imam for raping eight-year-old Bathing daily with sponge harmful to skin, say dermatologists Why lonely people may die of cardiovascular diseases – Physicians ------------------------------ *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 1967, Nigerian Civil War began when Federal forces launched a ‘police action’ to bring Biafra back into the Federation. Colonel Chukwuemeka Odimegwu Ojukwu had declared the Republic of Biafra on May 30, 1967. * On this day in 2006, Nathula Pass, a trading post between India and China opened for business. The trading post had been closed since the Sino-Indian war of 1962. Part of the Silk Road, the pass connects Tibet with the Indian state of Sikkim. ------------------------------ Only do what your heart tells you. – Princess Diana Good evening *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com +234-8122200446*

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*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE* DATE: SUNDAY 6TH JULY 2025 THEME: *SEEING THROUGH THE PRESENT DARKNESS* MEMORIZE Hebrews 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. READ Isaiah 60:1-5 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising. Lift up thine eyes round about, and see: all they gather themselves together, they come to thee: thy sons shall come from far, and thy daughters shall be nursed at thy side. Then thou shalt see, and flow together, and thine heart shall fear, and be enlarged; because the abundance of the sea shall be converted unto thee, the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY *Every man's destiny is secured and guaranteed through vision* MESSAGE Every form of breakthrough in life is a product of the ability of men to see through the darkness around them. *The eyes that see determine the level of breakthroughs we are able to create in our world.* *Every man's destiny is secured and guaranteed through vision* Every well-meaning and discerning saint living in these last days is aware of the thick blanket of darkness that is closing in on our planet. And like the Lord Jesus Christ spoke of in His days when darkness was closing in on Him; Luke 22:53 "... but this is your hour, and the power of darkness." Today's text tells us that we are living in a time of global darkness on earth today. A time of worrisome confusion and perplexity seems to cover the whole world and the people of the earth. Global leaders are more confused than the nations they lead, making it extremely impossible for people to trust the leadership of their countries. The Psalmist spoke of these times centuries ago; Psalms 74:9 "We see not our signs: there is no more any prophet: neither is there among us any that knoweth how long". Where do we go from here? Where do we turn to for direction? God's Word still has all the answers. The scriptures say; Psalms 119:105 "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." The systems of the world are fast failing and falling, leaving us with only one direction to look up to. Today's memory verse says it all; Hebrews 12:2 "Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith;..." Our ability to see through the present darkness is dependent on two things: 1. where we are standing to look from and 2. Who we look up to. It is an established fact that we see with the eyes of those we look up to. The world is in darkness, resulting in the present global confusion blanketing the world. Our only hope is in Jesus Christ. We must look up to the Lord Jesus Christ much more than ever. Here are two ways we can look up to Jesus Christ as admonished by today's memory verse. 1. Looking up through God's Word. God's Word is a manual for life and global governance. *To despise God's Word is to be lost in this world.* *The true pictures of the future hides in the scriptures.* 2. Looking up through prayers. *Destiny visionary capacity is forged in the place of prayers*. This could be one of the reasons why the LORD said; "Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things which thou knowest not" Jeremiah 33:3; On these two pillars hanged the apostolic destiny of the early church. *Generally, our lives are preserved through our visionary capacity.* Take my counsel beloved, please deepen your personal relationship with God through His Word and prayers and stay sensitive to the Holy Spirit like never before. Our redemption is nearer than ever. Even so come dear Lord Jesus! Shalom, maranatha! ACTION STEPS 1. Examine yourself and be sure of your salvation. Its your personal responsibility. 2. Keep your eyes on Jesus by all means. 3. Share this devotional with your family and friends. PRAYERS Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. Help me to keep my eyes on you always in Jesus' name. Amen. REMEMBER *Every man's destiny is secured and guaranteed through vision* AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID DAILY READING: Exodus 14-16; Psalms 145; Romans 14-15; HYMN My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus' blood and righteousness ; I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus' name. On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand ; All other ground is sinking sand, All other ground is sinking sand. 2 When darkness hides His lovely face, I rest on His unchanging grace; In every high and stormy gale, My anchor holds within the vail. 3 His oath, His covenant, His blood, Support me in the 'whelming flood ; When all around my soul gives way, He then is all my hope and stay. 4 When He shall come with trumpet sound, On ,may I then in Him be found, Clothed in His righteousness alone, Faultless to stand before the throne ! PLEASE SHARE

Women test men to find the strong from the weak. Here’s how to make sure you’re the one she respects, and chooses. 1. Women communicate in layers. What she says and what she means are often two completely different things. When she says, “I don’t care where we eat,” it’s not indecision, it’s a test to see if you’ll take the lead. Every interaction with her is a subtle test of your confidence and ability to navigate her world without asking for directions. Fail these small tests, and she’ll see you as weak. 10 Brutal Tips To Pass Her Sh!t Test:

*FROM CDC TO ALL CDAs👇* *COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY TIPS ON SAFETY!* 1. Do dwarf fence (see through fence) in your house to avert enclosure that is capable of easing attack to your house. 2. Do security wires on your fence (sides and back). 3. Have a whistle at home for likely midnight emergency to alert your neighbours and security guards. 4. Save and keep your Community or Estate's Security phone contacts in case of emergency. 5. Challenge anybody roaming about aimlessly in your street or community/Estate. 6. Be on your Residents' whatsapp platform for regular information and update. 7. Be watchful and or vigilant within and without. 8. Put on all security lights in your house throughout the night. 9. All Tenants should fill minimum of Information or Guarantor's form before moving into any apartment in your community/estate. 10. All Landlords/residents should pay the monthly security dues in order to retain your Security Guards. 11. Obey security instructions in your estate or community in order to serve you better. 12. Do not respond to strange persons telling you about NNPC and PHCN Contracts or errors in your accounts, they are fraudsters. 13. Do not ever stay in the midst of a mob, if anybody dies from the mob action and you are apprehended at the scene, you will become a Murder  Suspect! 14. Always watch your rear glass mirror while driving to ascertain if you are being trailed. If yes, drive to the nearest Police Station for safety. 15. When flagged down by security agents, be calm, polite and communicate with them in good English, it helps. 16. Unruly behaviours capable of disturbing Community/public peace should be reported accordingly. 17. Know your neighbours names and what they do for a living to avert unwanted dangers. 18. Get Guarantors and do background check on your personal aides and househelps. 19. Any Landlord/Resident of questionable character and noted to be security threats should be reported. 20. Don't discuss money carelessly and recklessly in your house. Such may attract suspicion and sudden attacks. 22. Have the phone contacts of many Landlords/residents in your area for relationship and contacts in case you are under security duress. 23. Don't leave your house/premises without an adult, especially at night. If you must, let your neighbours and the security in your community/estate know. 24. If you are robbed and any of your property is taken away by the robbers, you should report the incident to the nearest police station within minutes. Because if the robbers are caught and your property is found with them; without your report in the Police Station recorded, you will be deemed to be part of the robbers! 25. Do not buy used phones or laptops, except you are buying from a known friend and you have ascertained that he was the previous User. It could be a product of armed robbery or kidnapping. If so and you are arrested, you will be dealing with a case of armed robbery or kidnapping. 26. Do not offer lift to anybody at night, for any reason whatsoever except you are fully persuaded to do so. 27. Do not buy vehicles from vendors until you check the registration details at the National Vehicles Registration Database to know the actual owner or you ascertain that the Customs Papers are genuine. It could be stolen, robbed  vehicles or a product of a kidnapping operation. 28. Put your Car Remote Control beside you in the night in case of any strange movement to alert the security men and neighbours for possible reactions. 29. Do not leave Credit Alerts on your phone. Delete them immediately, if possible. It could make you a target of kidnapping in some circumstances. 30. During emergency, switch off all the lights in your house first to strategize and destabilise the suspects. 31. Your Security men should be trained and qualified to do constant security work and patrol. 32. Thorough checking by security men at the estate or community gate should be encouraged, especially of visitors if your community or estate rules will permit it. 33. All Landlords should have the biodata of their Tenants called "Know Your Tenants"  (KYT). 34. Do not disclose your location online. It could make you an easy target for assailants. 35. Do not give anybody, no matter how close, your phone or sim to make calls or allow people to put their sims in your phone to make calls. Instead, offer them airtime or your battery. If the person is wanted for a crime, you could be a soft target for the Police to get to the person. 36. If you are stopped by security agents at night, put on your inner lights before you reach them. It shows you have nothing to hide. 37. Do not allow anybody to use your account or email for a third party transaction and do not transfer money for or to people indiscriminately because you could be a soft target for the Police to get to the Person. 38. Do not use ATMs at remote locations at night because you could be robbed or kidnapped. 39. Do not use an ATM Machine that shows Microsoft Error or any other error covering the screen. It may have been programmed by Yahoo Boys to siphon your money. 40. Do not give testimonies in churches or mosques with details of how you are making money or acquiring priced assets. You may acquire a kidnapping value. Churches and mosques are always of mixed crowd. 41. Keep details of your financial dealings away from your domestic staff and security details. 42. If you are working in a Government Establishment or Multinational, be careful what you relate to your colleagues. Governments have spies in every establishment and organisation in Nigeria. 43. Always keep your security/outside lights on and the lights inside your house off when sleeping at night. It confuses robbers and other assailants. 44. Be careful what you communicate on FB Messenger, WhatsApp, Message or normal phone calls. They could easily be used as evidence against you. If you must make a classified communication, do it by WhatsApp calls. It cannot be recorded as it is an encrypted, end to end communication. 45. Read documents very well before you sign. You are bound by what you sign. Do not allow any police man or security agent, security agent or uniformed personnel to  force you to make any statements. Insist on seeing your Lawyer if pressurised; they will oblige you. Never make a statement for any reason that will implicate you, if you are not a criminal, as it could lead you to jail. 46. If you have Security Details, be careful what you say or do in their presence. They are also with you to spy on you, who knows. 47. Be your neighbour's friends as they are capable of bailing you out in times of dangers. 48. Buy and keep touchlights in your house for night use and to identify dangers. 49. Never allow your children to open doors for strangers. It could amount to security threats. 50. Don't give artisans the opportunity to know the geography of your house. They can be collaborators. 51. Be careful of how you respond to duress and suspecting investigative calls. It might be recorded and used against you. 52. Install and engage CCTV cameras in your house, if you can afford it. It enables you to capture illegal activities. 53. Don't keep dangerous weapons in open places around your house. They can be used by assailants to harm you. 54. Having active security dogs like Alsatians, Rotweilers, etc, (not local dogs) easily wades off criminals  and alerts you of the presence of assailants. 55. Always have enough credit on your phone before sleeping, never sleep without airtime on your phone. 56. It is not until you have issues before recognizing that the police exists. Be a friend to the police. 57. You must have the Police Control Room Number of your state. Call the number first as it can save your life and I tell you it works. SUBSCRIBE TO CRIME ALERT SECURITY CODE ON YOUR PHONE AND FOR EVERY MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY. ABOVE ALL COMMIT YOUR WAYS TO GOD IN PRAYER. Wishing you the best now and always!. ©security watch

We are all sowers........ Your action is a seed Your inaction is a seed Your thought is a seed The big question is, "are we ready for the harvest of our seeds?

*The Value of one single Good tree could be enormous! Don't try to pull down a Growing tree because of envy or jealousy. The shade may become useful to a whole Community in Future. So, be careful who you try to pull down with your tongue or actions; whether your* *Wife, Husband, Colleagues, Friends, Siblings or Neighbours, stop using lies to gain Friendship, stop the habit of condemnation because truth always Win in the End!* *Reflect on this......God bless us All 🙏*

Recognize Him as Lord Over You "That if you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." - Romans 10:9 Recognizing Jesus as Lord Over You is the foundation of our relationship with Him. It's essential to understand that Jesus is not just a historical figure or a good teacher, but the Son of God, the Messiah, and our Lord. *What Does it Mean to Recognize Jesus as Lord?* Recognizing Jesus as Lord means: - Acknowledging His authority and sovereignty over our lives - Submitting to His will and plan for us - Obeying His commands and teachings - Trusting in His power and wisdom - Worshiping and revering Him as our Lord and Savior *Why is it Important to Recognize Jesus as Lord?* Recognizing Jesus as Lord is important because: - It brings salvation and forgiveness of sins (Romans 10:9) - It establishes a personal relationship with Him (John 14:6) - It gives us direction and purpose in life (Proverbs 3:5-6) - It provides guidance and wisdom (James 1:5) - It empowers us to live a life that honors God (2 Peter 1:3-4) *How Can We Recognize Jesus as Lord?* We can recognize Jesus as Lord by: - Reading and studying the Bible to understand His character and teachings - Praying and seeking His guidance and wisdom - Obeying His commands and teachings - Worshiping and revering Him as our Lord and Savior - Sharing our faith with others and proclaiming His lordship *Reflection Questions* - What does recognizing Jesus as Lord mean to you? - How do you currently acknowledge Jesus' authority in your life? - What areas of your life need to submit to His lordship? *Action Step* Take a moment to reflect on your relationship with Jesus. Confess any areas where you have not acknowledged His lordship. Ask Him to guide you and empower you to live a life that honors Him. By recognizing Jesus as Lord Over You, you are taking the first step towards becoming fully trained and living a life that honors Him.

Recognize Him as Lord Over You "That if you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." - Romans 10:9 Recognizing Jesus as Lord Over You is the foundation of our relationship with Him. It's essential to understand that Jesus is not just a historical figure or a good teacher, but the Son of God, the Messiah, and our Lord. *What Does it Mean to Recognize Jesus as Lord?* Recognizing Jesus as Lord means: - Acknowledging His authority and sovereignty over our lives - Submitting to His will and plan for us - Obeying His commands and teachings - Trusting in His power and wisdom - Worshiping and revering Him as our Lord and Savior *Why is it Important to Recognize Jesus as Lord?* Recognizing Jesus as Lord is important because: - It brings salvation and forgiveness of sins (Romans 10:9) - It establishes a personal relationship with Him (John 14:6) - It gives us direction and purpose in life (Proverbs 3:5-6) - It provides guidance and wisdom (James 1:5) - It empowers us to live a life that honors God (2 Peter 1:3-4) *How Can We Recognize Jesus as Lord?* We can recognize Jesus as Lord by: - Reading and studying the Bible to understand His character and teachings - Praying and seeking His guidance and wisdom - Obeying His commands and teachings - Worshiping and revering Him as our Lord and Savior - Sharing our faith with others and proclaiming His lordship *Reflection Questions* - What does recognizing Jesus as Lord mean to you? - How do you currently acknowledge Jesus' authority in your life? - What areas of your life need to submit to His lordship? *Action Step* Take a moment to reflect on your relationship with Jesus. Confess any areas where you have not acknowledged His lordship. Ask Him to guide you and empower you to live a life that honors Him. By recognizing Jesus as Lord Over You, you are taking the first step towards becoming fully trained and living a life that honors Him.

Heavenly Father, in the sacred silence of my innermost being, let me find Your presence. Grant me the grace to be still, to listen for the gentle cadence of Your voice. Sweep away the distractions that cloud my mind, and let my heart find rest in You alone. May this day unfold new revelations in the quiet, gifts I have yet to receive. In the blessed stillness, let me know You more intimately than ever before. I lay this prayer at Your feet, in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ, Amen.