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Wednesday 24 April 2013

HOW TO MAKE IT TO HEAVEN - Your guide to entering the Kingdom of God and being with God


Bro. Abduyusuf Rufa'i

When in Jigawa State, northern Nigeria for official duties in October 2012 I read a book entitled ''Do Not Glory Yet'' by Pastor Abraham Yakubu. The book was poignant – it shook me, and made me sad and joyful. It was mixed feelings for me but then it gave me lasting perspectives of God, and my Christian journey and walk with my benefactor. The accounts in the book are translated revelations of the death experience of the author. It was after reading this book that I received the inspiration to put this message together: ''How To Make It To Heaven.'' In Pastor Abraham's book he mentioned 15 Judgement Halls that he and others went through. They are the Halls of:                           

1.      Salvation
2.      Restitution
3.      Forgiveness
4.      Giving
5.      Works
6.      Vain words
7.      Accountability
8.      Separation
9.      Commitment
10. Self sacrifice
11. Worldliness
12. Unbelief and Fear
13. Fruit of the Spirit
14. Holiness
15. Children                                                        

He said at the first gate to his left there was a gate leading straight to Hell and many people who died like him went straight into Hell – the number was uncountable. While he went through the gate to his right until with great trepidation he passed through all the 15 gates before finally entering into heaven. He also said where ever any one failed at any of the gates a force will hurl the person into Hell with a powerful voice resounding D-E-P-A-R-T. Pastor Abraham also said some were thrown into Hell at the last gate or hall. So I drew my conclusions:

A.     Pastor Abraham enjoyed tremendous mercy and grace from God.
B.      God gave him that experience in order for us to know what happens after death to none born again Christians or born again Christians who fail, that is, die in sin or went back to their old ways and died in that state or sinned and failed to confess their sins to God and avail themselves of the blood of Jesus before death met them.
C.      I observed that it was only Pastor Abraham Yakubu and the woman whom he said Jesus appeared to physically and took away that made it to heaven because before she died she was asking Jesus for mercy.
D.     Jesus said in John 5: 24 that “the true child of His does not come into judgement but has passed from death into life.” Hebrew 9: 25 says, ‘‘after death comes judgement.”              This judgement is for the unbeliever or the disobedient Christian and not for a faithful child of God who endured to the end.

The Father, the creator of everything and the owner of everything was determined to save mankind from destruction and the mess it found itself. Satan succeeded in getting Adam and his wife, Eve to be like him – a sinner and thus Adam and his wife plunged the rest of mankind into perpetual misery, hopelessness and death which is eternal separation from our benefactor, creator and Father. God was determined to save the world and so He set His seal on Jesus, His only begotten Son because Jesus was the word with God in the beginning that became flesh and dwelt among men. God said concerning His Son, ''This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased, listen to Him.” Meaning, ''I have sent Him and everything you need to know is with Him, just listen to Him and do what He says for your well being here and in the hereafter.'' Jesus said concerning the Father, ''I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, except by me.” Meaning, ''If you are looking for the truth, it is in me, if you are looking for the way of escape, I am the one and if you are looking for eternal life it is in me. Have no scruples about it I am the way to the Father as determined by Him. The salvation that you desperately need is in me and no other.'' You see, what Jesus did, leaving heaven and coming to die as a sacrifice for dirty, impure, wicked, sinning and death carrying men was no trifle. None of God's strong angels was willing to risk this venture. Not even any of the Cherubim or Seraphim was willing. Apart from that, they were not fit for the assignment. Only God through Jesus was fit and could satisfy the demand for man's redemption. Moreover man was fashioned by Him in His image and likeness. Man was God's carbon copy and a greatly loved masterpiece. You see, man is an eternal being; your lifetime on earth is a venture outside eternal realm. When you vacate this earth you enter back into eternal realm. The truth is that the decisions you make or fail to make and how you live your life is a big determining factor on how the rest of your life on the other side goes. While you are on earth two beings struggle for your attention and soul – God and Satan. There is also the force of Good and Evil controlling the world. You eventually have to serve either one of them; and there is no sitting on the fence.

Jesus said, ‘‘I have come into the world that you may have life more abundantly.” John 10: 10. This life goes beyond the physical life of say at most 120 years. It is eternal life in the Kingdom of God – existence in unspeakable joy and bliss without ending – forever.
        I.            To have eternal life and live with God forever in bliss you must make a choice of Jesus. You must surrender your life and being to Him; and make Him your new leader and governor. You must walk with Him consistently.
      II.            Afterwards, you must live for Him, follow Him, obey Him and follow in His footsteps. Do the things Jesus did or live the kind of life He lived when He walked the face of this earth. Jesus is our example.

16 Examples of Jesus You Must Follow (1 Peter 2: 21, Mathew 11: 29):
“For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you AN EXAMPLE, that you should follow in his steps” 1 Peter 2: 21.
“Take my yoke upon you, and LEARN FROM ME; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” Matthew 11: 29.

Let's see the things Jesus did or deliberately avoided not to do:
1.      Jesus got baptized by being immersed in water. If Jesus did it then you should without delay. By your baptism you announce to all the worlds (seen and unseen, known and unknown) your new status and stand.
2.      Jesus was filled with the Holy Ghost and was taught and led by Him. If Jesus had this experience then you should without delay. The power to live above sin and Satan – the overcoming life is in the Holy Ghost.
Notes: the only reason not to have the two experiences above is if you are dying or to be killed immediately after deciding for Jesus like the thief on the cross beside Jesus whom Jesus said, ''Today you will be with me in paradise.'' If you are not in such shoes then for your salvation to be complete and genuine you must seek them without delay.
3.      Jesus lived a sinless life. He shunned evil and His life was devoid of sin and unrighteousness. If Jesus lived such a life you too should without a shadow of doubt. 
4.      Jesus spread the good news (of how God has made a way of escape for man and made available eternal life through Him to mankind) at every given opportunity. Teach, preach and share the Good News of salvation and the Kingdom of God. If Jesus did it you too should.            
5.      Jesus studied and meditated on God's word regularly. At age twelve He showed His dexterity and understanding of God's word as He reasoned with scribes old enough to be his father. Know God's word, love them and obey them.
6.      Jesus said what He meant and meant what He said. Be serious, steadfast and forthright; don’t be a hypocrite, men pleaser or a sycophant. This should be your ways and let people know you for that.
7.      Jesus was a good communicator and pure in heart. Let your words be true, pure and edifying. Avoid vain and vulgar words because they lead to judgement and Hell.
8.      Jesus was a giver par excellent. He gave His life for us; He gave miracles and healings to those in need. You should give at every God provided opportunity from your resources, your time and yourself. Be selfless and sacrificial.
9.      Jesus always talked with the Father and the Holy Spirit. Be prayerful! Prayer is not limited to making request. Commune with God, tell Him your worries, fears, challenges, difficulties, joy, hopes and aspirations; tell Him everything including about your spouse, children, families,  friends, colleagues, your job etc. Be plain with Him.
10. Jesus was merciful. You too should. Be merciful to others even when they hurt, spite you or don't deserve it. Never pay tit for tat. Be a person who forgives upfront. Forgive all including your spouse, children, neighbour, colleagues, friends etc. Never keep a grudge or be bitter towards others. Your forgiveness from God is hinged on this.
11. Jesus was kind and hospitable. You too should. Be a considerate person; be open-minded and benevolent to all who come your way. Remember the 'Good Samaritan.'
12. Jesus was compassionate. From His heart of compassion He healed many, cast out devils and did many signs. You too should, even if you can't cast out devils (though you should) or give eyes to the blind; you should at least do well and be good everywhere you go.
13. Jesus always assembled with fellow brethren. You too should. Always go to church to learn, to worship, to sing, to pray, to have communion, to break bread together (love feast). Remember Church is an assembly or gathering of at least two and not necessarily a building.
14. Jesus lived a separated and holy life. You too should. God does not compromise this. Avoid worldliness because it would lead you to sin, compromise you and take away your heart from God. God will only use the separated. Remember His warning ''touch not the unclean thing and come out from them.'' This is where many Christians fail. They want to be friends of the world and at the same time friends of God. This is not possible. You can’t love Mammon and love God; you can’t serve the devil and serve God. You must choose one. Worldliness will pitch you against God and make you His enemy. Worldliness will show in your behaviour, character, the way you talk, the things you like, the friends you keep, the places you go, the way you dress and what you place premium on. Through worldliness Satan controls you.
15. Jesus loved all men but never trusted them. You too should. Love your neighbour. Who is your neighbour?  Your neighbour is your fellow man but never put your trust or hopes in man. Man is unreliable and subject to the vagaries of life. The Bible records, ''Jesus never gave Himself to men because He knew what is in men.''
16. Jesus loved all children. In fact, He said, ''the Kingdom of God is like unto children.''          He rebuked angrily His disciples who prevented parents from bringing their children to Him. He laid His hands on the children and blessed them. You can benefit a lot from children because their angels always stand before God – they enjoy open heavens constantly. So love and care for children like Jesus.

If you follow the footsteps of Jesus, the Christ as enumerated above and live the life espoused above; when you die you will enter heaven or if Jesus returns now for us as He promised us you will go to heaven. So, whether you die or are ‘raptured’ you will enter into heaven, see God and be with Him forever. You will also live an overcoming and fulfilling life on earth.  

Keep the Flag flying and the Oil burning! Maran'atha.               
       
Ambassador R. A. Y.















1 comment:

Evang Paulinus Paul said...

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