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The Place of Sacrifice — 2 Chronicles 7:11-16

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We are in a season where we are calling on God on behalf of our nation. And as we pray for our nation, it's important that we ensure our approach is effective.  Solomon sets up a place called the temple. And the Bible says he set his heart to build it. Then, it was a success. Note: You can't achieve success on a thing if your mind is not on it. And from the story, we can learn valuable lessons. God chose the temple as the place of sacrifice and promised to hear prayers made there (2 Chronicles 7:14-15). However, He requires: 1. Humility 2. Prayer 3. Seeking His face 4. Turning from wickedness. The place of sacrifice has four characteristics: 1. House of worship (2 Chronicles 7:12, MSG) 2. Place of prayer (2 Chronicles 7:14-15) 3. Place of honor (2 Chronicles 7:16, NLT) 4. Holy place (2 Chronicles 7:16) The place of sacrifice is the temple. And our bodies are God's temples which should be kept holy and honoured (Romans 12:1) We cannot claim to be God's temple and be foun...
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*Heal Our Land 2 Chronicles 7:14*

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God's heart beats for the healing and restoration of nations. However, sin and disobedience have ravaged our world, leaving sickness and suffering in their wake. But there's hope! Prayer and repentance can bring healing. *The Need for Healing* We face various forms of sickness: 1. Spiritual sickness (Revelation 3:17) - complacency and lukewarmness. 2. Moral decay (Isaiah 5:20) - distorted values and ethics. 3. Economic hardship (Deuteronomy 28:15-68) - financial struggles and inequality. 4. Social injustice (Isaiah 1:23) - oppression and inequality. *Conditions for Healing* To experience healing, we must: 1. Humble ourselves (2 Chronicles 7:14). 2. Pray fervently (James 5:16). 3. Repent wholeheartedly (Acts 3:19). 4. Seek God's face (Psalm 27:8). *Our Role in Healing* We can contribute to national healing through: 1. Intercession (1 Timothy 2:1-4) - praying for leaders and nations. 2. Evangelism (Matthew 28:18-20) - sharing God's love. 3. Supporting righteous leaders (1...
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Healing for Our Land

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We need healing in our land because we have forsaken our God by following other gods. As a nation, Nigeria has served idols, provoking God's jealousy. Our God desires exclusive worship and will not share His glory with false gods (Exodus 20:3-5). When we deviate from God, He can change His mind concerning promises made to us (1 Samuel 15:11). Let us pray that God's hand remains upon us. Consequences of Forsaking God: - Sicknesses (Deuteronomy 28:15-68) - Scarcity and hardship (Leviticus 26:14-20) - Uprooting from the land (Deuteronomy 28:63-64) Our land, created by God on the third day (Genesis 1:9-12), needs healing. Prayer for Healing: - Lord, reset our brains (Romans 12:2) - Turn back from idolatry to the one true God - Have mercy upon me, Father; heal every polluted and corrupted area of my life - Release Your glory, honor, and power upon me (Exodus 33:18) - Separate me and my family from evil and calamity (Exodus 12:13, Psalm 91:1) - Turn scarcity to surplus and abundance ...
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Healing for Our Land

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We need healing in our land because we have forsaken our God by following other gods. As a nation, Nigeria has served idols, provoking God's jealousy. Our God desires exclusive worship and will not share His glory with false gods (Exodus 20:3-5). When we deviate from God, He can change His mind concerning promises made to us (1 Samuel 15:11). Let us pray that God's hand remains upon us. Consequences of Forsaking God: - Sicknesses (Deuteronomy 28:15-68) - Scarcity and hardship (Leviticus 26:14-20) - Uprooting from the land (Deuteronomy 28:63-64) Our land, created by God on the third day (Genesis 1:9-12), needs healing. Prayer for Healing: - Lord, reset our brains (Romans 12:2) - Turn back from idolatry to the one true God - Have mercy upon me, Father; heal every polluted and corrupted area of my life - Release Your glory, honor, and power upon me (Exodus 33:18) - Separate me and my family from evil and calamity (Exodus 12:13, Psalm 91:1) - Turn scarcity to surplus and abundance ...
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HEAL Our LAND, OH LORD* *Text: 2 Chronicles 7:14*

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Nigeria, our beloved country, is in God's hands. Despite numerous obstacles and challenges, we remain standing by His mercy. The devil knows that Nigeria's rise will uplift many lives and African nations. Healing our land requires collective responsibility as a nation and soldiers for Christ. It begins with individual, family, community, and national repentance. *The Process for Healing Our Land* A. The Type of People (2 Chronicles 7:14a) B. Our Part Must Be Fulfilled (2 Chronicles 7:14b) C. God's Intervention for Healing (2 Chronicles 7:14c) *God's Desire: Our Worship* (Exodus 4:23) *The Power of Our Tongue* (Proverbs 18:21) Be mindful of your words; speak positively about Nigeria, your life, and destiny. God created the world with words; our words have creative power. *God's Intervention* 1. God will hear from heaven. 2. God will forgive our sins. 3. God will heal our land. *Our Part* 1. Humility (Proverbs 3:34, Jonah 1:2, 3:1-10) 2. Prayer (Luke 18:1-8)     - Med...
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Heal Our Land, Oh Lord (2 Chronicles 7:11-15)

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To obtain deliverance and healing for our nation, we must undertake four critical steps: 1. Humble Ourselves Recognizing our failures as believers, we must humble ourselves and repent of our sins. The state of our nation reflects the state of the church. 2. Pray for Mercy We must completely depend on God and trust Him to intervene. Prayer is crucial; without it, our experiences are mere child's play. 3. Seek God's Face To seek God's face, we must cultivate patience. 4. Turn from Wicked Ways Genuine repentance is essential for healing and revival. Conditions for Healing and Revival: After completing these four steps, God will: - Hear from heaven - Forgive our sins - Heal our land Jeremiah 1:8-10 reminds us that we are God's vessels, and we must position ourselves for His guidance. The Power of Our Words Our words hold power, and we can uproot or plant what we desire in our nation. We must make positive confessions about Nigeria to experience God's healing. Isaiah 4:4...
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*The Gravity of Repentance in Healing Our Land

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"According to all that I show you, that is the pattern of the tabernacle, and of all its furniture, just so you shall make it." - Exodus 25:9 Repentance in our land carries immense expectations and demands. To stand before God on behalf of the people, one must first stand before Him personally. Reflect on the revelations God has given you, the notes you've taken. Are you building according to His pattern? This is the path to repentance. Healing our land requires adherence to God's design. Murdering or fine-tuning the picture He gave you will hinder repentance. (2 Chronicles 7:11-22, Proverbs 28:13, Deuteronomy 21:18-22, Romans 6:1-5, 10:9-10, Luke 3:17) Repentance is an action word, necessitating confession and forsaking. Surrender your stubbornness and rebelliousness to Jesus, our land's Elder. Understanding God's laws and wisdom is crucial. This transformation begins with each of us, called by God, through daily repentance. No one can save themselves, but we...
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