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Tuesday 8th November 2016

Today’s exhortation – God will restore

The message I believe God wants us to hear today is that He will restore to us everything we have lost. Many of us have lost so much along the way, family, friends, status, wealth, investments, dignity, etc but if we would make God our focus, keep our eyes on Him and trust Him, He will restore. He’s a God of restoration and we see that throughout the bible. He restored to both Joseph and his father Jacob what they had lost. Joseph was seventeen years old when he was taken away from his father and his father lived seventeen years in Egypt with Joseph before he died. That’s the beauty of our God. So particular and so loving.

The restoration may take longer than we expect it to, but it will happen. However while we wait, “let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” (Galatians‬ ‭6:9‬). This is the word of The Lord to us today, “I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, The crawling locust, The consuming locust, And the chewing locust,.. You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, And praise the name of the LORD your God, Who has dealt wondrously with you; And My people shall never be put to shame.” (Joel‬ ‭2:25-26‬). Thank You Father God in Jesus name. Amen

Francis Hans-Jorie

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Monday 7th November 2016

Today’s exhortation – you’ll dance again

The bible says, “…His favour is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning.” (‭Psalms‬ ‭30:5‬). And though, the night can be very very long, it doesn’t last forever! Surely the morning will come. In Jacob’s case, his night lasted 22 years! His precious son Joseph was presumed dead, but God was at work! It’s true, God’s favour is for life! He never leaves us not forsakes us. As Job would say, “He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold.” (‭‭Job‬ ‭23:10‬). Indeed His eye is on the sparrow and I know He watches over me! A long night of 22 years and suddenly Jacob’s night was over and the morning sun broke through! Hallelujah!!

The bible says, “but when the brothers told him all the words which Joseph had said to them, and when he saw the carts which Joseph had sent to carry him, the spirit of Jacob their father revived.” (Genesis‬ ‭45:27). May this be your season of good news! May your spirit be revived and may your morning come now! May this be the words you sing from this time forth in Jesus Name! “You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; You have put off my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,” (Psalms‬ ‭30:11‬). Amen!

Francis Hans-Jorie

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Wednesday 2nd November 2016

Today’s exhortation – the joy of salvation

We’ve come to what I think is one of the best parts of Joseph’s story which is when he reveals himself to his brothers. It also shows us a picture of what happens when one receives Jesus as their Lord and Saviour. The bible says, “Then Joseph could not restrain himself before all those who stood by him, and he cried out, “Make everyone go out from me!” So no one stood with him while Joseph made himself known to his brothers.” (Genesis‬ ‭45:1). I believe what this is telling us is salvation is a one on one experience. Christ reveals Himself to us personally! The bible also says, “When the report was heard in Pharaoh’s house, “Joseph’s brothers have come,” it pleased Pharaoh and his servants.” ‭‭(Genesis‬ ‭45:16‬).

Jesus said, “Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” (‭‭Luke‬ ‭15:10‬). There’s rejoicing because, “The Lord is not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.” (2 Peter‬ ‭3:9‬). Also, after Joseph revealed himself to his brothers, Pharaoh said to them, “Bring your father and your households and come to me; I will give you the best of the land of Egypt, and you will eat the fat of the land.” (‭Genesis‬ ‭45:18‬). This is also one of the Father’s promises to anyone who repents and takes Jesus into their hearts as Lord. You will get the best of the land and will eat the fat of the land. Hallelujah! Amen!

Francis Hans-Jorie

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Monday 31st October 2016

Today’s exhortation – dysfunctional families

Truth be told, everyone’s family has issues. Whether it’s an abusive or absentee parent, hatred and jealousy amongst siblings, family members battling addictions or cheating spouses etc. But strictly speaking, we don’t get to choose our family members, God does. He knew that mother or father won’t be there or that brother or sister will hate you or family member that would abuse you or take advantage of you. Yet in the midst of all the heartache and pain, God works it all for our good. Joseph’s family was dysfunctional as it gets. He had three stepmothers, ten step-brothers, one brother, and a step sister–all living in the home at the same time.

His father, Jacob’s practice of polygamy and having favourites opened the door to jealousy, insecurity and constant conflict among his wives and children. He was also a passive father, whose lack of involvement and leadership brought pain and confusion to his family. Joseph’s brothers were mean, conniving and immoral. Yet in all this, God was merciful to all, loved all and blessed all. He had no favourites! Just as when it rains, it rains on everyone, He blessed all. Your family is no worse than the other and God cares for every member. He has plans for everyone and Jesus died for all and that’s why He asks us to forgive each other because we are all so precious to Him. Amen

Francis Hans-Jorie

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Friday 28th October 2016

Today’s exhortation – our children are safe

There’s a wonderful promise from The Lord for us and our children which says, “But thus says the LORD: “…I will contend with him who contends with you, And I will save your children.” (Isaiah‬ ‭49:25‬). What a blessed assurance for parents. In today’s climate, parents are very worried for their children’s welfare and those fears are justified, but we can trust God to keep them safe. Surely He loves them more than we ever could. Jacob was like any parent today. He was deeply sad for the supposed loss of his son Joseph and became afraid to let his youngest son Benjamin leave his side. But, what he didn’t know was God was keeping his son Joseph safe and well just as He promised.

Your child may be struggling in school or may have become involved with the wrong crowd or using drugs or committing crimes, but I believe if we’ve committed them to The Lord, He will protect and save them. It may seem as if all is lost as was in Joseph’s case but God has everything under control. The word of God says, “All your children shall be taught by the LORD, And great shall be the peace of your children.” (‭Isaiah‬ ‭54:13‬). We know His word never fails. Have a blessed week. Amen.

Francis Hans-Jorie

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Thursday 27th October 2016

Today’s exhortation – it’s just a season.

It can be so easy to forget all the good things God has done for us when we’re going through a difficult time. In previous chapters of Genesis, we are told how God blessed Jacob and he became exceedingly prosperous, and had large flocks, female and male servants, and camels and donkeys.” (‭‭Genesis‬ ‭30:43‬). But when Joseph’s brothers brought back news that Simeon had been detained in Egypt and the ruler wanted to see Benjamin, the bible says, “And Jacob their father said to them, “…All these things are against me.”” (‭‭Genesis‬ ‭42:36‬).

What we see is Jacob going through a trial like his sons. But, if Jacob only knew. If he could only trust the hand of God which he could not see! The same hand that had blessed him exceedingly, perhaps he wouldn’t have despaired. And if we only we too know that our difficult times are not permanent, that the unemployment, broken home, illness, debt and so on are only for a season, we too won’t despair. Don’t give up praying and leaning on the everlasting arm of God brothers and sisters, “His favour is for life! Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning.”‭‭ (Psalms‬ ‭30:5‬). Amen

Francis Hans-Jorie