The use of words is a Biblical strategy in parenting. The words you speak to your children go a long way in shaping their lives and destinies. The Bible makes it absolutely clear that your words create your harvest in every area of life. Just as you cannot sow an orange seed and harvest an […]
While conducting research to write this book, I came across a story that I found both striking and inspiring. It seemed fitting to share it here with you to introduce this first section. It’s the story of Kate, an American executive in a highly competitive industry. With over twenty years of experience, Kate is a […]
All individuals who have left a mark on their era through their achievements share a common characteristic. Beyond their passion, commitment, and determination, they were talented in a specific domain and knew how to rely on their talent(s) to bring to fruition the various visions they carried in their hearts. As we saw in Chapter […]
A popular saying goes, “History often repeats itself.” There’s a strong chance that the resolutions you failed to achieve last year, semester, quarter, or month will become your resolutions for the new year, semester, or month. This is why it’s essential not to rush when setting new goals. You must take time to pause and […]
I’d like to tell you about a man for whom I have great admiration. The eldest of three children, he was born on September 9, 1890, on a farm in the state of Indiana. Coming from a relatively modest background, he lost his father at the tender age of five. His mother, who worked as […]
The first type of limiting thoughts we entertain are general thoughts about the world. For example, someone might say: “I don’t like or trust business leaders. Their only goal is to make money off the backs of their employees.” Another person might say: “In any case, all politicians are liars and thieves!” or “Investing in […]
Fruitfulness means the ability to accomplish as much as possible with the resources God provides. Considering God’s infinite gifts, I have understood that many operate far below the capacities God has granted them. “The man who had received five talents brought the other five and said, ‘Master, you entrusted me with five talents; see, I […]
Some people believe that churches must start as small groups before growing. This is a common thought. I started the World Miracle Church in Tamale with a crusade. Before we arrived in the city of Accra in 1994, I was in prayer in New York when God told me to begin the church in Accra […]
Love Is Warm and Welcoming. “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another.“ – John 13:35 Great churches are built on Christian love. Love is the biblical mark of true discipleship. Without love, we cannot claim to be true followers of Christ. This was evident in […]
Mental Barrier 5: The Love for TraditionSome churches do not progress simply because they are stuck in the web of tradition: “This is how it is practiced in my religion, so we cannot seek any other methods outside of this.“ You cling to this stance despite the fact that the strategy has stopped being effective […]
