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*Winning the Respect of Others* So that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders... *(1 Thessalonians 4:12 NIV)* When others look at your life, what do they see? Does your daily life win the respect of others? As believers, we are Christ’s representatives in the earth. We are called to a higher standard. The way we live our lives should bring glory to God the Father. Notice this verse doesn’t say, “Go out of your way to do something major so that everyone will notice and respect you.” It doesn’t say, “Win a gold medal or Pulitzer prize so that people will glorify your Father in heaven.” No, it says that your daily life should win the respect of others. That simply means always taking the high road and living a life of excellence. It means doing the right thing even when no one is looking. It means finding common ground in order to be a peacemaker. It means living with an attitude of faith and thanksgiving. Remember, you will become like those you spend the most time with. If you are committed to spending time with God the Father every day, you’ll develop His character. You’ll win the respect of outsiders and bring glory to Him all the days of your life! _*Prayers/Meditation*_ Father, I dedicate every area of my mind, will and emotions to You. Help me to live my daily life as an example of Your goodness. Teach me to love others and win their respect so I can bring glory to You in everything I do in Jesus name. Amen.

MARRIAGE IS FOR PEACEMAKERS 1. Marriage is for two people who would rather maintain their love than win arguments against each other 2. Marriage is for people who know when not to speak till tempters cool 3. Marriage is for emotionally stable people who are able to not act or say irrational things just because they feel like it 4. Marriage is not a place for wars, settling scores and tit for tats, but a place for seeking solutions 5. Marriage is not a place that adds to your stress but a safe haven, where you run to after a hard day 6. Marriage is for two people who choose not to react to issues but to respond to them. Reacting is self seeking, instant and not thought through the consequences; responding is looking out for the best interest of the both of you and being prudent 7. Marriage is a place where anger is seen as a normal human emotion but that anger gets neutralized with love so that it doesn't become a threat 8. Marriage is not a place for shouting matches, insults, violence and the throwing of glasses; but a place for mature conversations, mutual understanding and the willingness to learn 9. Marriage is a place where the two prefer to talk about sensitive issues when they are both calm, not defensive 10. Marriage is a place for constantly making up, not going to bed mad at each other 11. Marriage is a place for exercising patience, the two don't put pressure on each other 12. Marriage is a place for kisses, hugs, gifts and words of affection that bring down walls 13. Marriage is a place where pride and ego is put down and the two are caring enough to reach out to each and initiate reconciliation when they have wounded each other 14. Marriage is a place of perspective. You don't destroy your entire marriage that you have built all these years just because of a misunderstanding The strongest marriages are made of husbands and wives who are peace makers. Do you love peace enough to give it to your spouse? Blessed are the peace makers for they shall be called children of God.

CHURCH MEMBERSHIP ETHICS ⛪ “Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:27 Being a faithful and committed church member reflects your love for Christ and maturity as a believer. Church membership is not a mere formality—it is a covenant responsibility before God. Below are essential principles that govern healthy, biblical church membership: 1. BE A MEMBER OF ONLY ONE CHURCH “No one can serve two masters...” – Matthew 6:24 Being planted in one local church is a mark of loyalty and order. Divided loyalty weakens your spiritual growth and creates confusion. Choose where God has led you, plant yourself there, and flourish. Dual membership is like a divided heart—it brings instability and robs both churches of your full commitment. 2. RESPECT OTHER CHURCHES “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition...” – Philippians 2:3 Never fish from another church’s pond. Evangelism is about reaching the unsaved, not draining other congregations. God honors soul-winning, not sheep-stealing. Instead of trying to attract members from smaller churches, invest your energy into outreach. Strengthen the Body by building, not by weakening others. 3. HELP MAKE YOUR CHURCH BETTER “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:21 Every church has room to grow—including yours. Don't jump ship because of imperfections. Be part of the solution. Serve with joy, contribute your gifts, and work with leadership to make things better. God places you in a church not to observe, but to contribute. 4. STOP LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT CHURCH “There is none righteous, no, not one.” – Romans 3:10 A perfect church doesn’t exist—because people aren’t perfect. The goal isn’t perfection, but progress. Every church is a work in progress, just like you. Rather than chasing perfection, commit to growth and maturity where you are. 5. MAKING SUGGESTIONS WITH THE RIGHT HEART “Let all things be done decently and in order.” – 1 Corinthians 14:40 As a member, your voice matters. Offer your ideas with humility and a willingness to participate in their implementation. And if leadership doesn’t take them on board, respond with grace. Suggestions are not commands; they are offerings, not ultimatums. 6. YOUR ACTIONS IMPACT THE BODY “If one member suffers, all the members suffer with it.” – 1 Corinthians 12:26 The church is not a club—it’s a body. Every act of faithfulness or carelessness sends a ripple through the entire congregation. Your absence, presence, encouragement, or discouragement has an effect. Think beyond yourself. You are part of something much bigger. 7. GIVE TO YOUR LOCAL CHURCH “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse...” – Malachi 3:10 Your financial giving should support the church that feeds and shepherds you. Supporting other ministries is good, but your first responsibility is your local church. Like eating at one restaurant and paying at another—misplaced giving weakens the house that serves you. 8. LET YOUR PASTOR OFFICIATE YOUR LIFE EVENTS “Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honor...” – 1 Timothy 5:17 For weddings, dedications, or blessings, involve your own pastor. This shows honor, consistency, and accountability. Your pastor is spiritually responsible for you—so they should be present in your major life milestones. 9. LEAVE A CHURCH HONORABLY, IF YOU MUST “First go and be reconciled to them...” – Matthew 5:24 If God leads you to another church, do not disappear quietly. Speak to your leaders. Seek peace and receive their blessing. Don't gossip, criticize, or take others with you. Leaving in offense creates spiritual baggage. Leave as a peacemaker, not a troublemaker. 10. DON’T LEAVE BECAUSE OF CORRECTION “If someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently.” – Galatians 6:1 Rebuke is a sign of care. When your leaders confront your sin, receive it with humility. Running away only hardens your heart and delays growth. True discipleship requires correction. A loving church disciplines because it desires your restoration. 11. IMPERFECT PASTORS STILL SERVE A PERFECT GOD “We have this treasure in jars of clay...” – 2 Corinthians 4:7 Your pastor will make mistakes. Don’t expect flawless leadership. God uses flawed vessels to accomplish His perfect will. What matters most is their heart for God, not their human limitations. Extend the same grace you want to receive. 12. DISCIPLESHIP IS NOT A BURDEN—IT’S A BLESSING “Go therefore and make disciples...” – Matthew 28:19 Discipleship is the heartbeat of spiritual maturity. If you are offended by structure, correction, or accountability, ask yourself if you truly want to grow. Emotion is not a good compass—let God’s Word guide your decisions. Growth requires intentional effort and sometimes discomfort. LOVE, SERVE, AND BUILD “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship...” – Acts 2:42 Your church is your spiritual family. Love it, serve it, and build it. Your faithfulness strengthens others. Your consistency honors God. Don’t be a visitor in your own house—be a pillar in the house of the Lord. Support your church. Celebrate your church. Be the church. God bless you!

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE* DATE: SUNDAY 18TH MAY 2025 THEME: *SANCTIFY YOUR HEART* MEMORIZE Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. READ Matthew 5:6-9 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY *Holiness of life begins with a sanctified heart* MESSAGE Some years ago, a man of God had an encounter with the Lord; the Lord Jesus told him in a vision; "If at all you still want to see me again after your work on earth, make peace with that man that you have been holding grudges against, otherwise, thank you for all your labours in my vineyard." This man of God was well known in his nation as a holiness preacher, served the Lord for many years, did many mighty things for the LORD, authored so many great Christian literatures, some of which I have personally read and still have. However in all of his labours, his heart was not right with God and his neighbour and that was going to make him loose his eternity with God. Beloved, God is interested in what goes on in our hearts. The head may be wrong and God ignores, but when the heart is wrong, everything else goes wrong. This is why God is particular about the state of our hearts before Him. Today's memory verse tells us that *the heart of man is the fountain of his life and existence.* Today's text shows how important the sanctity of the heart is for a believer's spirituality. It simply says; "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God" This scripture further sheds more light to Hebrews 12:14; "...without holiness no man shall see the Lord." This means that *holiness of life begins with a sanctified heart.* The need to see God practically working wonders in our lives daily, is enough a reason to seek God's mercy and grace for the sanctification of our hearts before the Lord. Furthermore, the ultimate need to see God at the end of our walk with God here on earth is a more strong reason for a sanctified heart. The heart is made holy by the effort of grace through the Holy Spirit at work in our lives. This is why we need to allow the Holy Spirit indwelling us to work in us daily by opening up our hearts daily to a Regular intake of the purifying Word of God. Psalms 119:11; ACTION STEPS 1. Yield your life and heart to the Lord afresh today. 2. Be determined not to keep anything unclean before your eyes as a matter of lifestyle. 3. Make a regular practice of washing your heart and mind with God's word daily. PRAYERS Heavenly Father, thank you for today's devotional guide. Please purge and sanctify my heart and mind from every pollution and contamination, make me clean and pure by the blood of Jesus in Jesus name. REMEMBER *Holiness of life begins with a sanctified heart* AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID DAILY READING: 1Samuel 10-14; Psalms 18; Acts 14; HYMN What can wash away my stain ? Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! What can make me whole again ? Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! Oh, precious is the flow, That makes me white as snow ! No other fount I know, Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! 2 For my cleansing this I see — Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! For my pardon this my plea — Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! 3 Nothing can for sin atone — Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! Naught of good that I have done — Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! 4 This is all my hope and peace — Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! This is all my righteousness — Nothing but the blood of Jesus ! PLEASE SHARE

MARRIAGE IS FOR PEACEMAKERS 1. Marriage is for two people who would rather maintain their love than win arguments against each other 2. Marriage is for people who know when not to speak till tempters cool 3. Marriage is for emotionally stable people who are able to not act or say irrational things just because they feel like it 4. Marriage is not a place for wars, settling scores and tit for tats, but a place for seeking solutions 5. Marriage is not a place that adds to your stress but a safe haven, where you run to after a hard day 6. Marriage is for two people who choose not to react to issues but to respond to them. Reacting is self seeking, instant and not thought through the consequences; responding is looking out for the best interest of the both of you and being prudent 7. Marriage is a place where anger is seen as a normal human emotion but that anger gets neutralized with love so that it doesn't become a threat 8. Marriage is not a place for shouting matches, insults, violence and the throwing of glasses; but a place for mature conversations, mutual understanding and the willingness to learn 9. Marriage is a place where the two prefer to talk about sensitive issues when they are both calm, not defensive 10. Marriage is a place for constantly making up, not going to bed mad at each other 11. Marriage is a place for exercising patience, the two don't put pressure on each other 12. Marriage is a place for kisses, hugs, gifts and words of affection that bring down walls 13. Marriage is a place where pride and ego is put down and the two are caring enough to reach out to each and initiate reconciliation when they have wounded each other 14. Marriage is a place of perspective. You don't destroy your entire marriage that you have built all these years just because of a misunderstanding The strongest marriages are made of husbands and wives who are peace makers. Do you love peace enough to give it to your spouse? Blessed are the peace makers for they shall be called children of God.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IS A CRIMINAL OFFENCE.📌 We're only into the second month of 2025, and already, horrific cases of domestic violence are being reported. It's heartbreaking to hear about cases where partners resort to physical harm, including pouring hot oil, water, or acid on their partner, or beating them to death.😐 If you're struggling to control your emotions or handle challenges in your relationship, PLEASE SEEK HELP OR WALK AWAY! Remember, the court is not a place for emotions; perpetrators of this barbaric act WILL face the full wrath of the law. Let's work together to create a safer, more loving world. Let's break the cycle of violence and promote healthy relationships. So we can all eat, drink, and live in peace. Itoro Iwok Esq. #PeaceMaker #StopDomesticViolence #SafetyForAll #LoveNotAbuse #MediationForPeace #NoToDomesticViolence

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IS A CRIMINAL OFFENCE. We're only into the second month of 2025, and already, horrific cases of domestic violence are being reported. It's heartbreaking to hear about cases where partners resort to physical harm, including pouring hot oil, water, or acid on their partner, or beating them to death.😐 If you're struggling to control your emotions or handle challenges in your relationship, PLEASE SEEK HELP OR WALK AWAY! Remember, the court is not a place for emotions; perpetrators of this barbaric act WILL face the full wrath of the law. Let's work together to create a safer, more loving world. Let's break the cycle of violence and promote healthy relationships. So we can all eat, drink, and live in peace. Itoro Iwok Esq. #PeaceMaker #StopDomesticViolence #SafetyForAll #LoveNotAbuse #MediationForPeace #NoToDomesticViolence