A Ugandan proverb says, “When God decides to bless a person, even his bull produces young ones.” Jesus said it best: “See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it” (Revelation 3:7). Not even our enemies and frenemies can determine our fate or prospects. Not their envy, hatred, plots, and verdicts. It’s not our wisdom or strength that overturns the odds against us. Nor our abilities, position, connections, or looks that secure opportunities. And it’s not our goodness that qualifies us for salvation or ministry. Rather, it’s “He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens” (v. 8). Christ will open your shut doors, if you’ll open your heart’s door to Him (v. 20).—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 