Inspiration

Alignment – The process of adjusting parts so that they are in proper relative position

2010 is the year of Alignment. It is the year where God wants to align you, put you in the right position where you can function to your maximum ability. Not only is it the position for optimum function, it is the position you are called to, the position of your destiny.

Joseph had an amazing destiny. His very name, which means “He adds/He multiplies” spoke of his call to bring growth and abundance to the nations. But here he was in a slimy prison cell living on bread and water seeing everything else but addition, multiplication and abundance.

His destiny was to stand at Pharaohs side, as a ruler and adviser. Even as a young adult it had been revealed to him in a dream that his brothers, and his father and mother would bow down to him. The reality however looked different, he was sold into slavery by the very brothers who were to bow down to him, instead of anyone bowing to him he was the servant of many – he was out of alignment with his destiny!

But one day Pharaoh had a strange dream, no one could interpret it, all the wise men of his court were lost for words and Pharaoh was deeply troubled! (Genesis 41:8)

In this season of Alignment, God will create situations and problems that can only be solved by YOU!

The chief butler remembered Joseph.

2010 is the year that people will remember you!

The butler remembered Joseph’s gift, and told Pharaoh about it.

2010 is the year that people will tell others about your gift!

“Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they brought him quickly out of the dungeon;…”

Genesis 41:14

Please note: Pharaoh sent for Joseph, Joseph did not have to go screaming and kicking down doors. In this season of Alignment people will send and call for you, because there are situations that can only be solved by the gift of God in you. Solving these problems and situations will bring you into Right Alignment, into the right relationship and position for God to establish your destiny.

So do not wonder about what is happening at work or in your family or in your church. God is putting things in right alignment. Alignment is not always easy, many times it is a painful process like straightening a bent iron rod or a twisted bone, but the ultimate result is a smoother functioning, a more efficient way of operating.

2010 – your year of the right alignment, time for you to get into the right position and fulfill your destiny!!!

Many Blessings from us and God’s speed for 2010! We love you

Dr. Joseph Okia and Family

I know that must seem like an unlikely title for a Kingdom Blog. But that really should not be. I was looking at the life of our Lord Jesus Christ and the first time we meet His miracle power is at a wedding reception (in Canaan). Other times he is at one of the traditional Jewish festivals at the temple. Then he is invited by Levi, a non-believer by any terms, and the Bible says:

Luke 5:29  And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was great company of publicans and others that sat down with them.

Listen to that, Levi made him a GREAT feast! A great Party! and parties those days where nothing like what we have now. I recently went for a wedding where the card said: Kids not welcome! Parties those days were huge and lasted for days, sometimes weeks, remember King Xerxes, who organized a party that lasted 6 Months! (Esther 1:4). It is said about that party that the only restriction on the drinking was that no one was to be forced to to take more than he wanted!

So when the Bible says Levi threw Jesus a GREAT party, it really must have been something. In fact Jesus attended parties, most of unbelievers to the extent that the people accused Him of being a drunkard and a glutton, in Jesus own words: “I the Son of Man, feast and drink, and you say, “He’s a glutton and a drunkard, and a friend of the worst sort of sinners!” (Mat 11:19). Imagine that!

And then Jesus gives an explanation of the Kingdom and says: “The Kingdom of Heaven can be illustrated by the story of a king who prepared a great wedding feast for his son. (Matthew 22:2)

So what’s up with this feasting thing. Isn’t Christianity supposed to be dry and cold, in the name of suffering for the Lord!

Far from it. If there is one thing the kingdom is about it is the good News of the Kingdom of God. A celebration to know that no matter what the circumstance, there is life and victory in US through Christ. Jesus knew how to enjoy and build relationships through social events. His last time together before the crucifixion with the disciples was at a sumptuous dinner, and then after the resurrection we again find him having dinner.

Right Living, wellness, goodness, peace and Joy in the Holy Ghost – that is the Kingdom of God!

In spite of what you are experiencing, Paul was tied with metal fetter to a slimy prison wall, competing with rats for his food, and yet inside his heart there was a party, a celebration, a joy and peace that no one could understand.

The joy of the Lord is our strength (Nehemiah 8:10)

Can you hear the preparation for the wedding feast of the lamb? The tables are being laid, The stews and roasts are on the fire. Lift up your eyes. Get ready, put on your make-up and your dancing shoes, there is a party. Are you ready? There was the guy who came to the feast and wasn’t prepared. He got kicked out (Mat 22:12).

There is a party that is already kicking into gear, there is a joy unspeakable, a peace that transcends all understanding! Have you got your invite? Get ready to party!