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BE EXPECTANT

Text : Proverbs  23:18.  

For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.

The Father of modern Missions has this popular saying:
 *"Expect great things; attempt great things"* - William Carey.

For you to do great exploits this year, you must be eagerly expectant to see God move on your behalf in an unusual way. You must unwaveringly set your gaze on God as your hope and your stay this year.

We shall be considering the story of the woman with the issue of blood in our Bible reading. We shall be reading from  the gospel according to Mark because of its detailed account of the scenario.

The woman had not only suffered for twelve (12) years with constant bleeding, but she had also suffered a great deal from many doctors, and over the years she had spent everything she had to pay them. Despite all these, she did not get any better (Mark 5: 25-26).

Though, this woman's situation appears to be hopeless, yet she never gave up. 

She did a number of things that helped turned around her situation. She simply took these steps because she was expectant of a great miracle.

 _1. *She heard about Jesus* (mark 5:27):_  You need to position yourself in such a way that will help you hear more about Jesus this year. Romans 10:17 says "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God"  Jesus is the word of God, hearing Him will always stir up your faith.

 _2. *She came behind Him* (mark 5:27):_ Learn to always come behind Jesus in every matter. Follow Him this year. Constantly set Jesus before your eyes this year, knowing fully well that He is bigger than all your troubles.

 _3. She touched Him (mark 5v27):_  *Wether you touch Jesus or He touches you, your miracle is guaranteed  either way, just ensure there is always a contact* This woman, because of her expectation, reached out to Jesus in Faith. 

If you would also reach out and touch Jesus today, you will also experience a great exploits this year.

Bible Reading :Mark 5:25-34

PRAYER FOCUS

1.) Father Lord, I receive grace to step out in faith for my miracle this year. 


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