Annual Writing Competition

                                 
Writer’s Digest has been shining a spotlight on up and coming writers in all genres through its Annual Writing Competition for more than 80 years. Enter our 85th Annual Writing Competition for your chance to win and have your work be seen by editors and agents! 501 winners will be chosen.The top winning entries of this writing contest will also be on display in the 85th Annual Writer’s Digest Competition Collection.
 DEADLINE: June 1, 2016
 Prizes
One Grand Prize winner will receive:

• An announcement of the winner on the cover of Writer’s Digest (subscriber issues only)
• $5,000 in cash
• An interview with the author in Writer’s Digest
• One on one attention from four editors or agents
• A paid trip to the ever-popular Writer’s Digest Conference!
• A one year subscription to Writer’s Digest Tutorials
• A 30-minute Platform Strategy Consultation with Chuck Sambuchino

The First place winner in each category will receive $1,000 in cash and $100 off a purchase from the Writer’s Digest Shop
The Second place winner in each category will receive $500 cash and $100 off a purchase from the Writer’s Digest Shop
The Third place winner in each category will receive $250 in cash and $100 off a purchase from the Writer’s Digest Shop
The Fourth place winner in each category will receive $100 in cash and $50 off a purchase from the Writer’s Digest Shop
The Fifth place winner in each category will receive $50 in cash and $50 off a purchase from the Writer’s Digest Shop
The Sixth through Tenth place winners in each category will receive $25 in cash and $25 off a purchase from the Writer’s Digest Shop
All top winners will also receive:

• A one-year Writer’s Digest VIP membership, which includes a one-year subscription (new or renewal) to Writer’s Digest magazine, access to WritersMarket.com for one year, discounts on Writer’s Digest University workshops and discounts off of purchases made at WritersDigestShop.com.
• Their names listed in Writer’s Digest, on WritersDigest.com and in the 84th Annual Writer’s Digest Annual Writing Competition Collection.

All Honorable Mentions receive:

• 20% discount off of purchases made at WritersDigestShop.com
• Their names listed in the 84th Annual Writer’s Digest Annual Writing Competition Collection.

Categories

• Inspirational Writing (Spiritual/Religious)
• Memoirs/Personal Essay
• Magazine Feature Article
• Genre Short Story (Mystery, Romance, etc.)
• Mainstream/Literary Short Story
• Rhyming Poetry
• Non-rhyming Poetry
• Stage Play
• Television/Movie Script
• Children’s/Young Adult Fiction

• If you are entering more than one manuscript, you may mail all entries in the same envelope and write one check for the total entry fee; however, each manuscript must have its category indicated in the upper left-hand corner. You may enter online even if you are paying with a check. All checks will be cashed within 60 days of the competition final deadline. Entry fees are non-refundable.
• Your entry must be original, in English, unpublished* and unproduced, not accepted by any other publisher or producer at the time of submission. Writer’s Digest retains one-time nonexclusive publication rights to the Grand Prize and First Place winning entries in each category to be published in a Writer’s Digest publication.* Entries in the Magazine Feature Article category may be previously published. Any piece posted online, anywhere other than a personal blog, is considered published. For poetry, all online postings are considered published.
• If you are submitting your entry via regular mail (NOT using the online entry form), the entry must be typed on one side of 8-1/2 x 11 or A4 white paper. Scripts and poems may be either double-or single-spaced; all other manuscripts must be double-spaced. The competition category and word count/line count must appear in the upper left-hand corner of the first page —otherwise your entry is disqualified. The first page should also include the entry’s title. As judging is blind, do not include your name, address, phone number, email address or other identifying information in the upper left-hand corner of the first page.
• BE SURE OF YOUR WORD COUNT! Entries exceeding the word or page limits will be disqualified. Type the exact word count (counting every single word, except the title) at the top of the manuscript.
• Mailed entries that are more than one page in length must be stapled.
• Due to U.S. Government restrictions we are unable to accept entries from Syria, Iran, North Korea, or Sudan.

How to Enter
Visit and register at www.writersdigest.com.After registering,submit your entry at www.writersdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/Printable-Entry-Form-85th-Annual1.pdf

Value Spiritual Things

                                          
                                                        By Pst Chris Oyakhilome

And Esau said, Behold, I am at the point to die: and what profit shall this birthright do to me? (Genesis 25:32).

Obadiah 1:21 tells us something striking; it says, *_"And saviours shall come up on mount Zion to judge the mount of Esau...."_ Esau represents the godless, the profane or body-ruled; those who don't have value for spiritual things. Such people, the Bible says, are in the flesh and therefore can't please God (Romans 8:8).

Esau was the older brother of Jacob, and because of his profanity, he sold his birthright to Jacob for a bowl of food. The spiritual implication of his action didn't quite dawn on him at the time. It wasn't about the food he ate; it was about his disdain for spiritual things. The birthright was spiritual. It had a special blessing, yet Esau forfeited it to his younger brother, because of food. What he wanted was for physical gratification: what he could touch, taste, or feel at that moment. And he got it. He made a carnal choice over that which was spiritual.

Jacob, on the other hand, was smart. He wanted the blessing, and he got it. The blessing is an unseen elixir. The senses can't perceive the blessing. What you can see about the blessing are the results of the blessing. It's like the anointing of God's Spirit; you can't see or touch the anointing, but it's real, and it's supernatural.

There're some today who have no value for spiritual things; they're like Esau. They'll rather sit at home to watch a sports event at the time they ought to be in church. They'd rather accommodate social engagements when they ought to be praying. These are carnal Christians. What life are you living? What are the things that are important to you? What do you set your affections on? Does the blood of Jesus that was shed for you on the cross mean something to you? Do you meditate often on His vicarious sacrifice on your behalf? Have you sat down to contemplate and comprehend the love of God demonstrated towards you? Does He have the rulership in your life every day?

Let Christ, and the reign of His glorious Kingdom be all that truly matters to you. Let your passion for spiritual things, and love for the Master, be evident in all you do.

                    *PRAYER*

Gracious and loving Father, thank you for your love for me, and your glory that's evident in my life. Thank you for your Lordship and leadership over my life, and for your wisdom that guides me always in your perfect will. My life is for your glory, now and always, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

*Further Study:* *||* Hebrews 12:15-17 Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; 16 Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright. 17 For ye know how that afterward, when he would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected: for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears. *||*

*||* Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. *||*

*||* Colossians 3:2 Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. *||*

*Daily Scripture Reading*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan:* John 12:20-50,
2 Kings 18-19

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan:* 1 Corinthians 12:22-31,
Proverbs 22

ARE YOU TALENTED WITH SKILLS IN PROGRAM DESIGN/PLANNING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT?

                              
Rise Networks, a Leading Social Enterprise / NGO in Africa with a strong focus and proven widespread impact on Youth and Education Development facilitated by Technology is looking to engage smart, result oriented, goal driven young professionals who possess the skills listed above as Program Officers and Program Assistants in Full Time Positions.
Candidates must be eloquent & proficient in spoken and written English Language and must have first rate Leadership, Writing, Communication, Negotiation and PowerPoint Design & Presentation Skills. The Job Role is exciting and your Remuneration will be commensurate to the scope of your skills, work experience and the quantum of value you bring to the table to add to our organization.
You must be a self starter who can work with minimal or no supervision, your human relations and understanding of social media must be on point. It would also be nice if you’re open to traveling to execute Programs in various parts of Nigeria.
If you believe that you adequately qualify & deserve this Job or you know someone who does, please share your up-to-date resume with us via admin@risenetworks.org.
We will contact you soon for an Interview & Test to explore the possibility of having you join our Team of Superstars. You may also like to visit our website – www.risenetworks.org to learn more about our work. Even if you aren’t applying for this Job, please feel free to send us your comments, suggestions & advice. We enjoy learning for improvement all the time.

K.TEE:The making of Aice records

Odufuwa Kehinde Oluwafemi popularly known as K.TEE,a graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University in Osun State where he studied  Law is a Nigerian  hiphop Artiste,singer and songwriter from Lagos and the CEO of Aice Records.

K.TEE was born in Lagos,Nigeria,and right from his early days in Secondary School,his passion in music took him to the extreme where every night,instead of sleeping,his inspiration will make him compose words in writing in the midnight.He found out that he was gifted in music so he had to explore every part of it.
Because of this passion,he was always going for shows at any slight opportunity,no wonder he established Aice Records
He just dropped his first single under his label"AM IN LOVE".
For more inquiries,he can be reached through:
+2347038411351,+2347063478614,twitter@OdusKenny and Insagram @Oduskenny

Properties for sale at Adron Homes and Properties Limited

                                        

Adron Homes and Properties Limited is a Real Estate and Property Development Company based in Lagos Nigeria whose purpose is to help people realize their aspirations for the pride of ownership, comfort, security and wealth through the provision of excellent homes and the will to provide homes for all classes of society with focus on the neglected populace in respect to government housing programs .
We have our ESTATES in different Locations!

1. Treasure park and Gardens PHASE 1 EXTENSION, PHASE 2 AND PHASE 2 EXTENSION

(After the new Auditorium of RCCG CAMP off Ibadan Express way, Lotto Bus-stop)SIMAWA.
Treasure Park and Gardens Estate is planned to be the first Nigerian resort estate, it is located in Shimawa town which is before but behind Redemption Camp(9km/10 minutes)
INFRASTRUCTURE
Perimeter Fencing
Earth Road
Electricity
Drainage
Water
Children Playing Ground
Basket Ball court
LEGAL DOCUMENTS
Deed of Contract
Deed of Assignment (Registered)
Certificate of occupancy
Survey
NEIGHBORHOOD
Redemption Camp
and Other Estates
ESTATES WITHIN
Starcoms Staff Estate
St. Nicholas Hospital Cooperative
RRS Staff Estate
NNPC Staff Estate
Our Treasure Park and Gardens Estate is located in Shimawa, a serene town tucked behind the Redemption Camp along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway enroute the Lotto Access road (left turn just after DeeperLife Camp Ground). The estate is a 15 minutes drive from Lotto Access road. You can also access the estate through Ogijo in Ikorodu which is approximately 20 minutes to the Estate.
We also have 3 other estates within our Treasure Park and Gardens which include Diamond Bank Staff Estate, Starcomms Staff Estate and RSS Crescent.
We are currently selling Phase 1 (Houses only), Phase 1 Extension
(Golf & Estate) and Phase 2 (City of David) and phase 2 extension.

 2. Rehoboth Park and Gardens (Beside The Free Trade Zone)

IBEJU-LEKKI. NEIBOURHOOD. Amen Estate, Free Trade Zone, Cargo Port Construction, LaCampagne, Federal Government Teacher's Estate, Lagos State Golf Course, Island International Airport, 4th Mainland Bridge,
E.t.c. TITLE: GLOBAL C.O.         

3.  Manhattan Park and Gardens,Pearland Estate Abuja. (With Lakes inside the Estate). Karu
District, Nasarawa Road, ABUJA   About 2km From Goshen (WINNERS
CHAPEL) and REDEMPTION CAMP.

 For all your AFFORDABLE, FLEXIBLE, RELIABLE, DEPENDABLE AND COMFORTABLE HOUSES plus 100% return on INVESTMENT for Investors on LAND, ADRON HOMES AND PROPERTIES CORPORATION INTERNATIONAL. RC. 791 265. Is the ANSWER.          PAYMENT PLAN: You can pay as Low as #1,000 Daily, #5,000 Weekly and #22,000 Monthly for as Long as your pocket can deliver. You can pay between 12Months and 48Months. An Outright purchase attracts good discount.

 4. TOWN PARK AND GARDENS ( Beside Caleb University) IMOTA, IKORODU.
For inquiries call +2348148440320,+2348125737882-BBM:56621349

Ambode sign N844bn MoU on 4th Mainland Bridge

                                      
Lagos State Government and a consortium of private investors Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to signal the commencement of the construction of the 38km 4th Mainland Bridge, expected to gulp about N844bn.
The bridge is being constructed under the Build, Own and Transfer (BOT), concession of 40 years under a Public Private Partnership (PPP) initiative of the State Government.
The consortiums to handle different stages of the mega project are Visible Asset Limited, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Hi-tech Construction Limited, J.P. Morgan, Eldorado Nigeria Limited, Nigerian Westminster Dredging and Marine, Africa Finance Corporation, AFC and Access Bank.
The Bridge, among others would accommodate cyclists and pedestrians and feature two service areas as well as additional pedestrian crossing.
The Bridge would also accommodate three Toll Plazas which are still being tested from financial point of view and it would serve as a major boost to the actualisation of the Lekki Master Plan.

7 LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES TO LEARN FROM AN EAGLE..

                                     
1. Eagles fly alone and at high altitudes. They don't fly with sparrows, ravens and other small birds.

MEANING;  Stay away from narrow minded people, those that bring you down. Eagles flies with eagles. Keep good company.

2. Eagles have an accurate vision. They have the ability to focus on something as far as 5km away. No matter the obstacles, the eagle will not move his focus from the prey until he grabs it.

MEANING; Have a vision and remain focused no matter what the obstacles and you will succeed.

3. Eagles do not eat dead things. They feed only on fresh preys.

MEANING; Do not rely on your past success, keep looking for new frontiers to conquer. Leave your past where it belongs, in the past.

4. Eagles love the storm. When clouds gather, the eagle get excited, the eagle uses the storms wind to lift itself higher. Once it finds the wind of the storm, the eagle uses the raging storm to lift itself above the clouds. This give the eagle an opportunity to glide and rest its wings. In the meantime, all the other birds hide in the branches and leaves of the tree.

MEANING; Face your challenges head on  knowing that these will make you emerge stronger and better than you were. We can use the storms of life to rise to greater heights. Achievers are not afraid to rise to greater heights. Achievers are not afraid of challenges, rather they relish them and use them profitably.

5. When a female eagle meets a male eagle and they want to mate, she flies down to earth, pick a twig and flies back into the air with the male eagle in hot pursuit. Once she has reached a height high enough for her, she drops the twig and let it fall to the ground while she watches. The male eagle chases after the twig and catches it before it reached the ground, then bring it back to the female eagle. The female eagle grabs the twig and flies to a much higher altitude and drop the twig again for the male eagle to chase. This goes on for hours with the height increasing each time until the female eagle is assured that the male eagle has mastered the art of picking the twig which shows commitment. Then and only then will she allow him to mate with her.

MEANING; Whether in private life or business, one should test commitment of the people intended for partnership.

6. Eagles prepare for trainings; They remove the feathers and soft grass in the nest so that the young ones get uncomfortable in preparation for flying and eventually flies when the its becomes unbearable to stay in the nest.

MEANING; Leave your comfort Zone, there is no growth there.

7. When the eagle grows old, his feathers becomes weak and cannot take him as fast and as high as it should. This makes him weak and could make him die. So he retires to a place far away in the mountains. While there, he plucks out the weak feathers on his body and breaks its beaks and claws against the rocks until he is completely bare; a very bloody and painful process. Then he stays in this hiding place until he has grown new feathers, new beaks and claws and then he comes out flying higher than before.

MEANING; We occasionally need to shed off old habit no matter how difficult, things that burden us or add no value to our lives should be let go of.

Yes,Never give up,and be an eagle today
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