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SERIES: DEALING WITH CRISES Devotion - The Bible And Crises Types Topic: Accidental or Situational Crises Much of the Bible deals with crises. Adam, Eve, Cain, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Joseph, Moses, Samson, Jepthah, Saul, David, Elijah, Daniel, and numerous other people faced crisis that the Old Testament describes in details. Jesus faced crisis especially at the time of the crucifixion, and also the disciples. Paul, and many other believers as well. Several of the epistles were written to help individuals and congregations meet crises. Contemporary writers have identified three types of crisis, each of which has both modern and biblical examples. So, let us meticulously identify each one of them. 1. Accidental or Situational Crises: this crisis occurs when there is a sudden threat, disruptive event, or unexpected loss. Examples include the death of a loved one, the outbreak of diseases, the experience of serious violence like killings, rape, and abduction. Social disturbance like war, and depression. All are situational crises that can affect an individual, and family members. Think about Job. Within a short period of time, Job lost his family, wealth, health and status. His marriage appears to have been strained and his critics soon learn about Job's anger and inner turmoil. He was confused at the spot about why a caring God would let such crises happen to a good Job. Yes, you and I may have been in similar situations of the accidental crisis. How did we respond? Did we go about hating God or trusting His word? Given the current situation in the country, many people are confused about why God will sit on His throne and watch evil befallen His children. The truth is, when crises happen to us, we are expected to trust more in God's word and a call to live a holy life. Oghenevwede Arison, Ubiuku Minister and a Faith-based Christian Counselor. oghenevwedeubiuku@gmail.com +2348050470484 (Whatsapp)

SERIES: DEALING WITH CRISES Devotion - Opportunities in crisis Philippians 1.12-14 Along the dangers of crisis, however, crisis also presents people with the opportunity to; 1. Change 2. Grow 3. Develop better ways of coping

SERIES: DEALING WITH CRISES Devotion: Dangers Of Crises It has often been stated that the Chinese word for crisis involves two characters. One means danger; the other means opportunity. Crises are filled with danger because they disrupt life and threaten to overwhelm the people who are affected. We read in the Bible of those who are in this group: Moses faced the disruptive version of his life when he murdered an Egyptian royal guard - Exodus 2.11-12 The Israelites faced the disruptive version of their lives when a new Pharaoh who knew not Joseph arose - Exodus 1.9-13 What about Elijah? He fled for his life after slaughtering the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 19) Paul's life and ministry was disrupted when he was arrested and beaten even by his own country men (Acts 21.27-36; 22.22-24) Given the current situation in the world; the middle east, Africa, Nigeria, Plateau, Benue States and other areas facing the danger side of crises, you will notice that many people have been displaced, churches burnt down, schools destroyed by the insurgency and family relationship disrupted yet, man being wicked, claimed that there's no Christian genocide in Nigeria. People are being killed, farm properties are being destroyed, people can no longer sleep in the houses they built and some people due to selfish interest proclaim no Christian genocide. Woe to them. We can also see the danger side of crises even in our homes; when parents are head confused, it disrupts the peace and love of the home. When brothers are at crises, it only fosters disunity. Even in the church of Christ, when leaders are at crises with each other, the growth of the church will be greatly impacted negatively. But then, when we are faced with all of these, we should not fret, we should understand that these ugly moments are building us in a way that we will develop an extra effort to cope with crises on a larger scale and to use every opportunity provided. It is my earnest prayer that Christ will help us to anchor our hope on Him even in our darkest days of crises in Jesus' name. Amen. Arison Oghenevwede Ubiuku Minister of the gospel of Christ and a Faith-based counselor with the Church of Christ Rayfield Jos, Plateau State. oghenevwedeubiuku@gmail.com 08050470484

SERIES: DEALING WITH CRISES General Introduction Definition of crises; crises is a turning point that usually cannot be avoided - Gary Collins It can be expected or unexpected, real or imagined, actual or potential. However, in all of our crises whether internal or external, there is a consolation - Psalm 34.17-18 tells us that when the righteous cry out to God in the day of trouble, He will answer. May God grant us the ability to trust His saving power in Christ' name. Amen.

In the absence of standards, anything is permissible. God wants us to live a life that is patterned according to his word, and be saved therein. (Hebrews 4:12)

Preachify Daily Devotion

Preachify Daily Devotion

Preachify Daily Devotion

Preachify Daily Devotional

Preachify Daily Devotional

Preachify Daily Devotional

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