This blog should really have arrived on the scene two years ago but I put it off for two main reasons: lack of time and confidence. After much prompting and encouragement, I finally heeded the call to do what I am very passionate about: writing and glorifying Christ!
The Watchman
What started off as a hobby has now grown into a strong desire and passion to provide an arsenal of resources (text articles, audio and video) for believers everywhere. I particularly want to target my generation because the bible says …My people perish for lack of knowledge.
I hope this blog serves the purpose of pooling together trusted resources into a one-stop shop where those who are hungry and thirsty for growth can have their spiritual needs met. Another purpose of this blog is to alert people to what’s going on in the world around us so we are not caught out by the subtle tactics of the devil. I also hope to stimulate discussion amongst readers and create a community where we can all grow and learn from each other. As we challenge each other, I pray that iron sharpens iron.
Sit back and enjoy! Please pray for the ministry as well. Much appreciated. Thanks again for stopping by. Don’t forget to share your thoughts even if you don’t agree with my views. I have a lot to learn myself and no contribution is ever a waste on this blog. Many thanks from the Watchman.
This is inspiring bro
Thanks Dj Uj! I’m very encouraged. Much appreciated.
You have a great blog. Keep up the good work.
Thanks a lot Tolu! It means a lot coming from a very creative and gifted writer like yourself. God bless.
Inspiring blog. Will definitely be bookmarking you.
Thanks so much for stopping by MoH. I’m truly encouraged by your words. God bless.
So happy to meet you my brother and keep up the good work!
Love ya
Thank you so much for stopping by Pat! I’m truly encouraged. God bless ya!!
You have a wonderful blog. Thank you for your ministry…
Thanks Robin. I’m really grateful and humbled by the encouragement. Your christian coffee shop has been a tremendous blessing to me too.
Awesome blog! I’m glad you heeded the call.
Thanks a lot Zanie…much appreciated. Thank you for stopping by. Hope to see more of you on the blog..)
I wasn’t quite sure what I would find when I visited this blog, I have to admit I’m really impressed by what I’ve seen…This is fantastic stuff, I’ll definitely bookmark this
Thanks bro! Really glad you stopped by as promised. Even more glad you decided to bookmark the site. I really appreciate it.
Hello Watchman. I just came across your blog through The Living Letters Chronicles. Thank you for obeying the Lord’s prompting.This looks like a really great site! I saw your post w/Derek Prince. A mentor at church has recently introduced me to his teachings, and I have been very blessed by them, as well. Also, I have felt a similiar call to live out loud – to allow Jesus to live and flow through me, particularly in sharing what He is teaching me and showing me through writing.
May the Lord guide you and use you for His good purposes and may He build us up together as His Body and fill us to all fullness with Himself. COME, LORD JESUS! Let your kingdom come and your will be done!
Hi wordprocessor. Thanks so much for your words of encouragement. I’m truly grateful you stopped by and checked out the blog. I will be checking yours out too and praying for God to use you mightily through your writing.
I have truly been blessed by the ministry of Derek Prince over the past couple of years. You are in for a treat! You can watch a documentary about him on the blog if you like. Just type his name in the search box. Thanks again for stopping by. You will be seeing me on ur blog from time to time. God bless.
Please do drop by! I would love your feedback and thoughts. I really believe that iron sharpens iron and that we were meant to live together, learn together and grow together in Christ. I can’t wait to check out more of your posts. I really love how you are gathering resources for us all. Really great! Thank you. I am excited to listen more to Derek Prince’s teachings. I have a few videos sitting in my email (sent by that same dear friend who introduced me to him) waiting to be watched…going to try (with God’s help) to make time for one of them today
God bless and keep you, brother and new friend!
I already have! Just took a sneak peek whilst at work and I’m hugely impressed by the quality and quantity of material you have been able to muster in such a short period of time. Iron definitely sharpens iron and I hope we will be able to learn from one another and encourage each other through our writing. God bless you too my new friend. Not sure if you’re a brother or sister though. Thanks again wp.
I’m your sister in Christ
I figured that out after reading the lost and found page on your blog. well done sister. keep up the good work.
Let’s trade links. That way we both get referrals to our blogs.
no probs bro! Instructions pls!! lol.
Your idea for a book review section is great! I’ve rarely seen it online, and for a while have been wanting to add the concept to mine blog. With all the fine books we’ve read over the years, it’s a real shame to not share their contents! Especially since the subjects that we engage in are of a spiritual matter. Being concerned for others lives impels us in new directions; as we share the news with people.
Currently though; the blog has a resource page, which lists some main biblical topics and many links. Feel free to share the URL: and happy surfing to you, Watchman and our fellow readers here too!
http://revelatoryawakening.wordpress.com/resource-listings/
Thanks for this link. I will surely be checking it out soon. You’re right about sharing thoughts on resource materials. It’s even more important when it concerns spiritual matters. Thanks again
Hello again;
I just wanted to say that there’s been nothing added to the revelatoryawakening site for several months, and that it may be in the fall of 2012 before more is reveiled.
Thank’s all, and keep the posts going where-ever you can!
Rev. Awake
Looking forward to reading more posts on ur blog!
Thank you Watchman it is good to have a vision but in response to your statement…….. Thanks again for stopping by. Don’t forget to share your thoughts even if you don’t agree with my views. I have a lot to learn myself and no contribution is ever a waste on this blog.
As I read some of your messages I was encouraged by your strong stand for God’s Truth and your passion, we are indeed the Body of Christ and need each other, and we continue to learn as Jesus Christ our only Teacher leads us into all truth, yet I still need to ask… are you willing to learn? there are those who claim this but then attack and abuse when shown they are wrong even though it is by confirmation of the Scriptures.
I would like to share something with you and would welcome your views on my Blog or on yours. Blog Link – http://freedomborn.wordpress.com/2011/10/10/the-gaining-of-wisdom/
Christian Love Anne
Thanks Anne. I have to say that I found your question very refreshing. It caused me to really search my heart and check my motives. I agree that many say they are willing to learn but let their actions contradict their words whenever their views are challenged. Although I try to maintain a teachable spirit at all times, I’m pretty sure there are times when I have failed to respond humbly following a challenge to my views. It is something I aspire to develop to its fullness because pride comes before a fall. I will have a look at the link. Thanks Anne
i’m definitely following you.
I mean this blog.
Lol! That’s so funny Jenda. Thanks so much for stopping by! Will be checking out your blog too! I’m still laughing hard at your clarification on following the blog rather than me! Hilarious. Thanks again Jenda
I’m glad I made you laugh. =))
You sure did Jenda!
Hi Watchman I would like to offer you my Brother in The Lord, The King of Kings Friendship Award, it’s very differant from most, more like a blessing and some call it that, you can accept it as you feel in your heart or not, it’s to afirm we are one, we are family in the Body of Christ.
Blog Post – http://freedomborn.wordpress.com/2011/12/15/the-king-of-kings-friendship-award/
I would also value your permission to put you on my Blog Role and if it is ok would you like to pick the page for me to link to that you feel will touch peoples hearts.
Thank you again for sharing from your heart to mine, you are a blessing and I’m sure many would agree.
Christian Love Anne.
Hi Anne! I’m so humbled by your gesture of love and encouragement. I would gladly accept your award and receive the blessing in my heart. We are indeed one family under one Headship and I’m honoured to serve with the King’s daughter. Please feel free to add me to your blog roll. I’ll also take this opportunity to ask your permission to do the same on my blog roll. You can link mine to the home page if that’s ok with you. Thanks again for this award. I’m very grateful. Keep being the blessing that you are to the body.
Thank you Watchman and yes feel free to also link me and may you be greatly blessed in your Ministry as you are also a blessing to others.
Christian Love Anne.
Thanks again Anne. The privilege is mine really
Hi Watchman one thing I look for in Christians is Integerity in that they say what they mean …Thanks Anne. I have to say that I found your question very refreshing. It caused me to really search my heart and check my motives. I agree that many say they are willing to learn but let their actions contradict their words.
I respect that you don’t just say what iching ears what to hear Watchman believing as you do that God knows our heart, so thank you for standing up for God’s Truth and being willing to accept correction if needed, especially now that I’m staying on earth and have decided to get things in order with the Help of my friend and yours.
Christian Love Anne.
It’s good to know you’ll be staying a while longer with us here on earth. I’m sure our Help is more than able to sort you out! Thanks Anne
No I wasen’t refering to getting my things in order Watchman, I’m the one with the wrinkles remember and I have indeed been around the block more then once so Trust me you may discover I’m right on line, no I don’t mean line dancing! or anything fishy.
Keep in step – Annie
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
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Aboso
Ghana Western Region
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am very happy to write you this letter.I hope by the grace of our almighty God you are fine as I’m.
The reason is that I want to become a member of your ministry. So that we can communicate with each other as christians. There are many things I need to grow in Christianity.I would be very happy If my request of being a member is accepted
Further more, I am a christian but I go to church without a Bible.
So I would like you to donate me some Bibles and christian tracts and books so that I can share with my friends who also do not have some.
I know my letter would be accepted in peace through our Saviour. I would be glad if these Bibles and books are sent monthly or yearly
Yours faithfully,
Nathaniel Annan Dadson.
Hello Nathaniel. Thanks for your message. I will send you a private email a bit later just to clarify a few things in more detail. Thank you for stopping by the blog and I hope to see more of you. Take care and God bless. My email will follow in the next day or two.
Hi Watchman, this is just want to let you know I have chosen you for the Genuine Bloggers Award if you already have this Award then just feel blessed to receive it again. You have blessed me with your messages and friendship I believe like the other Bloggers I have chosen you are very Genuine in what you share and this is my way to thank you and also to encourage you as God asks us to do. With this Award there is no rules at all as you will see as you read the Post it is all about encouragement. Thank you for all your encouragement and Support you have been a blessing to me and I’m sure to many others and you laugh at my zany sense of humour hey that rates high.
Blog Post Blog Post – http://freedomborn.wordpress.com/2012/02/27/genuine-blogger-award/
Christian Love Anne
Hi Anne. I’m really touched by your kind gesture. Really touched. That you would take time out to appreciate me despite all the challenges you are currently facing is a mark of true christianity. I can only say a big thank you for this. It is the love of Christ that binds us all together and may we continue to allow His love flow in and through us. You are indeed a blessing. Thank you Anne
Honestly, i am slightly overwhelmed at the sheer passion, enthusiasm and dedication by a man in my generation to serve the LORD. May you finish strong and may your ministry grow in accordance to the will of CHRIST. May the kingdom of darkness never prevail over you or your ministry. Praise GOD for you. Keep it up.
Hey bro (dangerous assumption nut I’m going by the name Nnamdi)! Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement. I cannot emphasize enough how much these sort of comments spur me on. It’s true that the main drive to do all this is God Himself but I also appreciate the encouragement of fellow people. Thanks so much for your prayers. May the Lord reward your kindness bountifully.
Letting you know The Watchman that I have nominated you for three Awards no rules, to thank you and encourage you.
http://freedomborn.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/rons-corner-3-awards/
Blessings
Ron
Thanks so much Ron! I truly appreciate your kind gesture. It is such an honour and privilege to serve others. I do it expecting nothing in return but when I get encouraged and blessed by people like you, it makes it such a beautiful experience all round. Thanks again and Gos bless.
Easter is a time of rememberance, a time of thankfulness, a time of Joy…
Many Blessings Watchman to you and your Loved ones.
Christaian Love – Ron and Anne
Hi Watchman we have another Award for you, it’s The Kreativ Blogger Award, it does have rules but no pressure, like all the Awards it does not say how soon you have to action them so just relax and when you want to Post it do so. Please follow the link below, thank you for your sharing encouragment and support, this will help you spread it around.
Blog Post – http://freedomborn.wordpress.com/2012/04/26/kreativ-blogger-award/
blessings
Ron
Hi Ron! Thank you guys so much for this award. I am inspired and encouraged to keep going on doing this. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart. God bless
Hi Watchman, we will be leaving soon for our Holiday and I need to pack which takes me a little longer then most, so will have to limit my Blogging, Ron also is very busy attending to Church matters so he will be able to relax and enjoy his break. I will be doing a Post to let everyone know but just wanted to tell you personally. I will be taking a lap top but it is a bit primitive still I hope I will be able to keep in touch even if in a limited way.
We will back at the end of May, take care my friend, we will miss you – Christian Love Anne.
Hi Anne! Thanks so much for telling me this personally. I will sorely miss you both but at the same time I’m really glad you’re going on holiday. I pray that you will thoroughly enjoy yourselves and get recharged in your spirits. I pray that you will come back energised and filled with revelation to impart into our lives. Have an awesome time and stay blessed. My greetings to Ron. God bless
Watchman thank you for those prayers we appreciate them and we will be praying for you too
blessings
Ron.
Watchman thank you for those prayers we appreciate them and we will be praying for you too
blessings
Ron.
May God – increase, strenghten, and bless your online ministry.
Amen to your prayer Johnson. Thanks so much. God bless you
Am grateful to Jesus Christ that you love Derek Prince so much that long after his transit to glory his words and teachings are lively not to you alone but also to we those that followed his teachings when he traversed this earth.
Good morning! Having just recently discovered your review of Francis Chan’s “Crazy Love” on your website, I wanted to touch base to determine how I may submit a new non-fiction book titled, Embracing Obscurity from B&H Publishing for your review consideration.
I am working alongside B&H to identify a select number of faith-based bloggers to join the review team for this book. Your writing style & “illuminating lives through the light of His Word” message seem to be a perfect fit for the type of writers/bloggers I’m interested in reviewing the new book.
Please review the following information for Embracing Obscurity and let me know by this Thursday (8/23/2012) whether you are interested in reviewing this unique book on your website as well.
Sincerely,
Rodney Bowen
rbowen@agroup.com
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Click to watch the Embracing Obscurity Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nC7Iyw6fk2k
Unimportance: Surprisingly Good for the Soul
It’s not self-confidence that humans lack, it’s that we have too much self-importance, says an author who , by virtue of that, has chosen to remain anonymous. Or Anonymous.
“We have such a high opinion of ourselves that to live and die unnoticed seems a grave injustice. Yet, has God called us to be anything else?” The very challenge, the very calling, is in fact to embrace obscurity. “When we accept that our value is not dependent on what we do or accomplish, we are – ironically – liberated to do much for Christ.”
Finding that ability – to think little of ourselves – is the topic of the eye-opening book Embracing Obscurity: Becoming Nothing in Light of God’s Everything (B&H Publishing Group, 978-1-4336-7781-6). Arguably so counter to the desire of humans to “make a mark” on the world, Anonymous argues for the exact opposite, an about face that means rejecting the world’s views of significance.
“One of the greatest ironies of all time is that when we give up the hope of earthly fame and fortune, and instead embrace the obscurity of a life given in service to Christ, we are immediately touched with immortality and assured of eternal glory. By Christ’s own decree, we should be no more defined by the world than He is. Ours should be a different embrace.”
Embracing Obscurity is a call to action to recalibrate the strangling embrace of the world to God’s standards for God’s glory. Too frightening to put away definitions of achievement, success, and reward and replace them with new ones? The alternative is to allow our intoxication with the world draw us away from our Maker and His mission – an epidemic so common most of us do not even know we are under the influence, says the author.
Those radical enough to embrace obscurity will journey far from the spotlight, towards sacrifice, humility, significance in the Spirit, servant hood, and the mystery of Christ’s becoming nothing to glorify the Father (Phil. 2:5-11).
Hi Rodney. It would be an absolute privilege to review your new book. I am very excited to learn more about embracing unimportance. I couldn’t agree more with your line of thought. Please let me know what the next steps are. Thanks for this opportunity.
Watchman,
I found your blog via a post you made about I am Second (www.iamsecond.com) a while back. I work with I am Second as a small groups coach and author of our upcoming book, Live Second: 365 Ways to Make Jesus First. We are gathering 15 bloggers to blog their way through 4 days of the book and chronicle their spiritual journey as they read. Each blogger would write four entries (one for each day) and we would post those entries on the official I am Second blog along with a link back to your main blog (a little bit of cross-promotion). I would love to talk with you about possibly guest blogging with us and/or reviewing the Live Second book. Just shoot me an email (doug.bender@e3partners.org) if you are interested. Thanks.
Doug
Hi Doug. I’d be very interested in being a part of your project. I will send you an email later today. Many thanks for contacting me.
Great blog Watchman! I can’t wait to read more. You have very valuable resources available. Thank you and God bless!
Thank you so much d4h!