Manifest His Presence: Discover 7 Keys To Abundant Life

MANIFEST HIS PRESENCE

Discover 7 Keys To Abundant Life

EDGAR CHIBAKA

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Website: www.manifesthispresence.com

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BOOK ISBN: 9781792848971

PREFACE

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For many years, I have had a vision to take God's divine presence to homes, families, and communities everywhere. My passion is to demonstrate the character and supernatural power of the Holy Spirit. I firmly believe it is His Presence that will make the difference to us all. It will influence and bring change to our lives and our world.

I am excited about the transformation waiting to take place in the hearts of men, women, and children; one never seen on the planet Earth or ever recorded in history.

The climate of moral decline, hopelessness, insecurity, uncertainty, and underachievement will be shifted to one of confidence, success, motivation, faith, victory, righteousness, peace, and hope. His Presence in our lives will eliminate negative mindsets by replacing them with the Christ-mind and Christ consciousness.

As a minister, I share messages of the gospel with many, emphasizing the efficacy of Christ in their lives and His ability to make a significant difference. This book was born out of several such sermons, which I delivered to All Nations Community Church in Leeds, United Kingdom.

The messages have been expanded to challenge, encourage, and inspire you to act boldly - to be the catalyst of change. It is specially written to address the mindset of those who still utter the words "impossible, I can't do it or I can't afford to" in their daily vocabulary.

To experience God's manifestations in your life is to understand that being in His Presence should be a habit, and that you become what you repeatedly experience. What you experience is often based upon what you speak, which is the result of what you think. In other words, your reality is merely the outward working of what you think and subsequently speak. As a man thinketh so is he. (Proverbs 23:7 KJV).

"Out of the abundance of the heart so the mouth speaks" (Luke 6:45).

If we are going to impact our homes, communities, and, by extension, our world, it is imperative that, as believers, we manifest His Presence so that those around us will see the light of Christ in our lifestyles and behaviors. You are an expression of the glorified, eternal Christ who lives within you. It is my hope you will begin to believe that you can experience the Christ life as a daily reality.

"This one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ" (Philippians 3: 13-14).

The same power of God that raised Jesus Christ from death is available within you to annihilate the evil works that threaten to destroy you physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Simply put, the law of the Spirit has replaced the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2).

"Our Lord Jesus Christ became what we are, so that

He might bring us to be evenwhat He Himself is."

- Irenaeus c. 180 AD

Life is challenging, and many problems are being encountered in the world. People are held captive; they are prisoners of the enemy; the bonds of sin enslave them, and they are blind to the truth. My desire is to see these chains broken so that people can receive peace, love, power, faith, patience, and provisions.

Instead of spending hours crying and questioning Him about why problems exist or do not go away, we can concentrate on praising and worshiping God together.

In this book, I have included several Bible verses as proclamations for you to speak aloud and meditate on. These words come to life the very moment you speak them. They are statements of fact already established by God, awaiting your willingness to let them be confirmed and manifested in you.

Every word in the ancient Hebrew language was related to an image of action — something that could be sensed (as observed by the five senses — to see, hear, smell, touch or feel) and in motion.

Whatsoever things are true, Whatsoever things are honest, Whatsoever things are just, Whatsoever things are pure, Whatsoever things are lovely, Whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things (Philippians 4: 8).

Read this book prayerfully and meditatively to release the power of God within you to make all things possible. It will help your inner spiritual development, which will release tremendous manifestations of the Spirit's power in everything you do, touch, plan, and dream.

Through the teachings in this book, you will transform the way you see yourself and everything around you. You will understand how to overcome your problems from the inside out, not vice versa.

You will learn how to release the power within to change the external situations that surround you. As you diligently apply the principles herein, your desires and ideas will quickly materialise.

It is my prayer that the teachings in this book will inspire you to action and help you to live an abundant life. I believe your mind and life will be converted as you allow God to take charge.

DEDICATION

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To my wife Stella — you have been by my side through most of my spiritual journey. You have stood by me through thick and thin, showing me patience and love. Your love for our children and for me mirrors the character of the God we serve. Thank you for your faithfulness to our family and to me. I love you with all my heart, adore and cherish you, and look forward to having you by my side throughout the remainder of my life.

To my children, Edgar Jr, Vanessa, and Shekinnah — you three are the greatest treasures! Each of you is so unique and special. I love you guys more than words can ever express.

Table of Contents

Part-1 : Understanding God And Abundant Life

Chapter-1 : Live In His Presence

Chapter-2 : Recognising His Presence

Chapter-3 : Experience Abundant Life

Part 2 : 7 Keys To Abundant Life

Chapter-4 : Key 1 - Be Conscious Of Christ

Chapter-5 : Key 2 - Abide In Christ

Chapter-6 : Key 3 - Commune With Christ

Chapter 7 : Key 4 – Embrace The Power Of God

Chapter-8 : Key 5 - Follow The Word Of God

Chapter-9 : Key 6 - Live In Faith

Chapter-10 : Key 7 - Worship God

Part 3 : Express Yourself In Your New Power & Identity

Chapter-11 : The New You Realities

Chapter-12 : I Am Identity Confessions

Acknowledgement

PART-1

Understanding God and Abundant Life

But that the works of God should be made manifest in Him (John 9:3).

Do you want to be the light to the world and the salt of the earth you were created to be? Do you long for your life to work and for God to work in your life? Are there closed doors you want to be opened and barriers you want moved? Are you looking for power to win and live a life that overflows with His Presence? If so, this book is for you. You have a right to God's goodness, and you can have it!

You can receive the power of His Presence! It is there for your taking. As a child of God, you have the keys to open heaven's doors, to receive the abundant flow of God's riches. With His Presence in your life, there are infinite possibilities.

You can soar above your circumstances and live, rise from the ashes and find new life, replace skepticism with confidence, success with failure, lack of interest with motivation and hopelessness with hope. His Presence accentuates your potential.

There are endless examples in the Bible to support how His Presence empowers His children. The Israelites' exodus from Egypt, David's victory over Goliath, Elijah's triumph over the prophets of Baal, Judge Deborah trekking the rugged terrain to Mount Tabor to fight the Canaanites, and Apostle Peter's healing of the blind man are only a few.

Throughout the Bible, we discover God's powerful intervention in the battles His people fought. It did not matter what type of fight, whether they faced mighty armies protected with great armory and wielding powerful weapons, or every demon from the pit of hell, He led them to victory.

In every instance, God had a plan in place for His people, either collectively or individually.

Likewise, God has a plan and purpose for His children today. That means God has a plan for you. Why were we born? Why did God choose to create mankind above all other creatures? More importantly, what is your reason for living?

We exist to fulfill the purpose of God. What is that purpose? To actualise our God-given potential and transform our lives, our homes, our communities, and the world. To influence the people around us and make things happen with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

If we listen carefully, we will hear the cries of those in dire need of hope and salvation. If we look closely, we will observe that deep in the souls of many, there is a need to do better and to be better. But this can only be attained when the power of the Holy Spirit is manifested in our lives. The revelation of His Presence will accelerate worldwide interdenominational evangelism and change the lives of men, women, and children of every tribe, tongue and nation.

The revelation of God in our lives is a living testimony of His faithfulness and power to create change, to bring life to what is dead, growth to the stunted and vision to the blind. It dispels darkness, breaks generational curses and destroys evil works. Along with revelation and power, we also have access to His infinite provisions.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want, will not only be the Psalmist David's affirmation and testimony, but yours when you tap into His Presence. This is why the first chapter of this book explores the power of His Presence. The divine provision of God shows that He cares and is concerned about every detail of our lives. People will notice the blessings around you; they will see the difference in your life. Your very life will testify of His Presence.

The spiritual principles in this book will let you discover the power and benefits of living in His Presence and glory. You will receive the keys to abundant living that show you how to reach your full potential, live out your divine purpose and control yourself and your environment. You were created as a person with dominion power (Genesis 1:28). When human beings were created, they ruled everything — all that was in the air, land, and water. But sin entered and all was lost.

Satan's intention is to rob us of our influence, our authority, and power. He will not succeed. Because this power and authority has been given back to believers as promised in Acts 1:8: But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you.

The manifestation of this promise is recorded in Acts 2:4. It was on the day of Pentecost when all of the disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit in the upper room. Do not think for one minute that was the end of God revealing His Presence to humans. This power was not only assigned to the disciples, but to every believer, even to this day — including you.

Understanding and applying the principles of power outlined in this book will make you a magnet attracting possibilities, friendships, love, and opportunities that millions have failed to achieve. Harnessing this power will cause you to be a great creative force of excellence in your work, your family life, your church, and in your social spheres.

The power within will increase your dependence and trust in the infinite source of all things. You will rise above the challenges of life. Depression, diseases, limitations, lack, mediocrity, pain, fear, and weaknesses will no longer torment your life and hinder your progress. Rather, you will achieve the life God intended for you. He wants you to be a channel of His blessing.

As you turn each page, you will awaken to the power within and learn how to align your mind to that of Christ. You will make a difference to your generation. Abundance, health, blessings, fulfillment of promises, progression, happiness, and consciousness will be the manifestations of His Presence in you.

As the Creator of the universe, God desires that we demonstrate who He is in His fullness as we live our lives every day. He wants us to shine in His glory as we conduct business, work, play, take care of our families and busy ourselves with living. He believes in us and knows we can do it. In the first three chapters, we will explore His presence and lay the foundations for embracing an abundant life.

Remember, God has promised not to withhold any good thing from you: For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD bestows favour and honour. No good thing does He withhold from those who walk uprightly (Psalm 84:11).

CHAPTER-1

Live In His Presence

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"God is a being with infinitely many attributes, each of which is

itself infinite,