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Deborah O Daniel (Toyin) is an Evangelist and a Christian Writer. She grew up in a strict, religiously confused household, but found Christ on her own, when it became clear to her that she had no relationship whatsoever with Him and had no purpose in life, in spite of her upbringing. Deborah surrendered her life to Christ in 1992 but kept running from her calling owing to the severe trials she faced and the cares of the world, until she had a personal encounter with Him years later. She steps out of her comfort zone as led to fulfil her calling. She also speaks openly about her childhood difficulties and the struggles she has had in life, to testify of the mercy of God and His awesome power. For more messages and a heart talk on living a fulfilled life in Christ, get the book, Walk the Winning Walk (English-British and English-American) here, offered for free by Divine Literature International, and available to Born-again Christians ONLY - particularly new believers.

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Deborah Toyin Daniel

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The Spiritual Boot Camp (II)

Reflection: 2 Timothy 2:20-26, 1 Peter 5:8-11

Being a vessel useful to the Lord comes with a price – a high one, at that. You will be tested – and very much so (Luke 12:48). The Lord will not send out half-baked vessels. Be sure to remain in the Spiritual Boot Camp you have been enrolled in, and finish up. Expect to experience spiritual warfare, and be rejected by people, lied on, ridiculed, criticized, hated, slandered, and gossiped about. Some who attended this Camp have also had to lose some of the material things they used to enjoy, at some point. If this happens to you, church folks may begin to tell you: “The devil stole your blessings.” “You need deliverance." Don’t embrace their opinions, if you were truly called, beloved. The devil stole nothing! The Lord had to strip you of all that you placed your trust in, and your pride. It’s part of the refining process required to prepare you for the tasks ahead.

Some friends will disappear; yes. The truth is that they were never part of the Lord’s plan for you. Love them from a distance and remember them in your prayers (you are going to have to narrow down your circle of friends, anyway). The few friends the Lord hand-picked for you will however stay close, even in their occasional confused, and clueless state.

The end is glorious, friends; count it all joy (James 1:2-4, James 1:12). Some of us have been there, and may be able to give you some advice, if needed; but every calling is unique. There is no better Teacher, Guide, Counsellor, and Comforter than the Holy Spirit. Turn to Him.

Shalom!

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