KEY SCRIPTURE: Mark 12:30 “And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment.”

During a public discourse with the multitudes, one of the scribes asked the Lord Jesus, what is the first commandment of all? The Lord responded with our key scripture. He said, you shall love the Lord your God, with all your heart and with all your soul, and with all your mind and with all your strength. The Bible is called the perfect law of liberty. Every commandment of the scripture liberates men from all bondage if they obey it.

Love is always an act of commitment. A man is controlled by what he truly loves. You always adore what you love. You will seek to please what you love. You are either a free man or a slave depending on what you love.

Considering all that is said above, loving God with all your being is indeed the greatest thing a man can do. If this is not done, anything else you love becomes a snare to you. Unfortunately, most men don’t truly love God. Most come to Him for what they would get from Him. They love the gifts but do not regard the giver. Romans 1:25 puts it this way, “Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen”.

The Bible teaches that men would face difficult moments in the last days, because they would love themselves rather than loving God.

2 Timothy 3:1-2 “This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,”

 What you love determines what controls you.

Men would produce all those negative natures because they are controlled by what they love, themselves.

In the Lord instructs all his followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow him (Matt 16:24). For he that will love himself will lose it. To love God with all your being is the only way to preserve yourself. In Joshua 23:11–13, Joshua tells the Israelites to take heed to love the Lord, yet if they choose to love these nations and marry their women, it would become snares and thorns in their flesh and their eyes till they die.

The sure test that you truly love God is the presence of peace in your heart even in the face of adversity. Dear child of God if there is no peace in your heart, then you have other things there, repent and cast those things out, for your true comfort and peace of mind.

CONFESSION

I love the Lord with all my being. My life is an expression of Himself in me. I live a very fulfilled life because I live for God.

FURTHER STUDIES

Matthew 16:24-25” Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it”.

Deuteronomy 6:4-5 “Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD: And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.”

KEY SCRIPTURE: John 3:3 “Jesus answered and said unto him, verily, verily, I say unto thee, except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

The Lord answered Nicodemus in our key scripture that, verily, verily, I say unto you, Expect a man be born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.

From the statement of our Lord Jesus Christ, it is implied that if you are not born again, then your place is hell fire.

Our Lord Jesus spoke extensively about a place called hell fire. What is hell fire? Hell fire is a spiritual place and state of torment by fire prepared for the devil, his angels, all those who are spiritually lost. Any man who dies without being born again is spiritually lost and so is kept in hell awaiting the final judgement where hell, death and all devils would be cast into the lake of fire (Rev 20:14).(Rev 20:14 KJV And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.) When men die, they are no longer humans but are spirit beings. Because they never accepted the life of God or eternal life, they are spiritual criminals that must be kept in prison. Hell is a prison for all spiritual criminals. No human being goes to hell, but humans who become eternally lost spirits by refusing to accept our Lord Jesus as their Lord and Saviour while on earth are sent to hell.

The bible spoke about a certain rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16:22-23 “And it came to pass that the beggar died and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom. The rich man also died and was buried. And in hell he lifted up his eyes, being in torment, and seeth Abraham afar off and Lazarus in his bosom”.

The beggar or Lazarus, when he died, was carried to Abraham’s bosom. Everyone who dies is buried. It, therefore, implies that the beggar was buried, but his spirit was carried to Abraham’s bosom. The rich man was likewise buried, but his spirit went to hell.

Hell is not a figment of somebody’s imagination. Isaiah 5:14 reads ” Therefore hell has enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure; and their glory and their multitude and their pomp and he that rejoiceth shall descend into it”. You may check on the following scripture as well (Mark 5:22, Mark 9:45, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 18:9….) There are many more references about hell.

Some facts about hell.

Hell is located down in the spirit realm for people, always ‘descend ‘into hell.

Hell is full of torment, and the fire is never quenched. It is better to lose anything in this world than to go to hell. Hell and the devil will be cast into the lake of fire (Revelation 20:14).The lost spirits in hell do not die.

Dear brother or sister, many in our lifetime have visited hell and back, don’t be deceived. Repent and believe in the Lord Jesus. Be wise, you have nothing to lose if it is not true, but you have everything to lose if it is real. Well, the evidence is too compelling and undeniable.

 PRAYER

Dear heavenly Father, I am a sinner. Forgive me my sins as I accept Jesus as my Lord and personal Saviour, come into my life today and save my soul from eternal damnation.

FURTHER STUDIES.

Mark 9:45 “And if thy foot offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter halt into life, than having two feet to be cast into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched:”

Matthew 18:9 “And if thine eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: it is better for thee to enter into life with one eye, rather than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire.”

KEY SCRIPTURE: John 3:3 “Jesus answered and said unto him, verily, verily, I say unto thee, except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”

Anyone who is born again receives eternal life. John 3:16. Eternal life is the life of God, which he imparts to us through accepting Jesus as our Saviour and Lord. 1st John 5:11-13.

No one obtains eternal life by what he does but by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ.

In Matthew 19:16-26. A rich young man approached Jesus and asked about what good thing a man could do to earn eternal life. Since he wanted to know about what good thing to do, the Lord answered him in that light. He told him that he must obey the commandments. This man claimed he had obeyed the commandments from his youth. The Lord asked him to go sell his belongings and give to the poor, and he would be perfect. This man became sad and went away. Jesus then remarked how difficult it is for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter heaven. The disciples added that if it was so, then who could be saved? Jesus said the following in verse 26: “But Jesus beheld them and said unto them, with men this is impossible but with God all things are possible”. The Lord implied by this answer that salvation is not by human efforts. No man can be saved by his works. Ephesians 2:8&9 ” For by grace are you saved through faith, and that not of yourself, it is the gift of God. Not of works lest any man should boast”.

In Acts 10:1-9a. A devout Roman centurion called Cornelius, who gave alms, fasted, and was a very prayerful man, received an angelic visitation. The angel asked him to send men to call Peter, who would tell him how to be saved. Please note that despite his good works, he was still not saved. He sent men to invite Apostle Peter to his house. Peter came and preached Jesus, who died and was raised again. Cornelius and his household believed, were saved, and the Holy Spirit came upon them (Acts 10:34-44).

The scripture says there is no other name under heaven given among men whereby we may be saved (except the name Jesus) Acts 4:12. Your efforts can’t save you, believe on the Lord Jesus, and you shall be saved and your household.

 PRAYER

Lord Jesus, you came into this life to give your life for my sins. I believe in you and accept you as my Lord and Saviour.

FURTHER STUDIES.

Acts 16:31, And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.

John 14:6” Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:4” But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God”.

Our Lord Jesus said that man can and must live by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. This is perfect truth and very refreshing.

2nd Timothy 3:16,17 reads “All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto every good work”. God’s word is our standard for living. God’s word has creative power and can cause to manifest that which is not there (Romans 4:17). God’s word is a lamp unto our feet and light for our path (Psalm 119:105). God’s word is medicine for our bodies (Proverbs 4:22). God’s word is alive and powerful. It is also sharper than any two-edged sword. (Hebrews 4:12). God’s word is God Himself. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God. All things were made by Him, and without Him, it was not anything made that was made (John 1 ;1 2

God’s word is the best choice to rule your life. Indeed, man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the word of God. We have to live by it. This vast and unreachable universe made up of billions of galaxies is held in place by the word of His power (Hebrews 1:3). It is sheer stupidity for a man to ignore God’s word and try to make any headway in life. Some may seem to be making something with their lives without God, yet their loss is too vast. Submission to the word brings peace (Phil.4:6). There is no man * without Christ who has true peace. Some may try to create some mechanical peace, yet they know very well that they don’t have real peace.

Submission to God’s word gives God access to dominate your life and act through you. The Christian is God living in a man acting through Him. What on earth can overcome such a man?

 CONFESSION

God’s word is my delight. It is my life and breath. By His word, I am more than a conqueror, and life is really worth living because of the word that dictates whatever I do.

FURTHER STUDIES

Psalms 112:1-8 ” Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD that delighteth greatly in his commandments. His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed. Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth forever. Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous. A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion. Surely he shall not be moved forever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance. He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies”.

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:4” But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”

‘TO LIVE BY THE INSTINCTS OF THE FLESH MAKES YOUR ACTIONS COMPARABLE TO THAT OF ANIMALS’

The Lord Jesus answered the devil and said “it is written that man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God”.

In this very temptation, Satan wanted the Lord to break the order of waiting for proper time to break his fast and also to abuse his authority to turn stones into bread to satisfy His hunger. The Lord told him that the things of the flesh are not the ultimate.

This thought is a very important idea to hold.

Many people easily fall for all sorts of carnal things. Many men live as if there is no God who rules in the affairs of men. The Lord Jesus stated in Luke 12:15 as follows,” And He said unto them, Take heed and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things he possesseth”. The material things we have and use are good, but they must never dictate our behaviour and actions.

In the Lord’s temptation, Satan was calling on Him to break God’s word and order, to choose something carnal. This area of temptation remains Satan’s number one strategy to trap most men. Christians may be striving with each other because of something carnal. The desire for wealth has caused some people and even Christians to act in ways that are simply out of place. Some people have consulted with devils to be given power to make wealth. Some commit grievous sacrifices of all sorts of things so they could get these money rituals.

Please, dear child of God or dear reader, please heed the caution of the Lord. What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul? (Matthew 16:26). What would a man give in exchange for his soul?

O men, when are we going to learn? Just go to the refuse dump, and you would learn that. That thing for which you are sacrificing your precious soul would one day become waste and would be a nuisance for you to keep at home. It would be only useful for the refuse dump.

Your soul will live with you into eternity, but none of these carnal things would. .

CONFESSION

Bread or carnal things have their usefulness, yet they are not everything. I would never allow these things to take the place of God in my life. I will always put God and His word first.

FURTHER STUDIES.

Matthew 16:26 “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?”

Genesis 3:6-7 “” And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her; and he did eat. And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons.

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matt 4:7 KJV Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God.

When Satan came, tempting the Lord, He replied with the word of God. At this instant, Satan quoted the word but did not say all that the scripture said. He left out some portion that talked about his defeat. He did not add the following: “Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet.” Psalm 91:7.

 The Lord answered him rightly.

What would He have done if He knew not the word of God? Too many Christians are held captives by so many schemes of the devil because they do not have the right answers for the devil. Satan may attack one’s morals, or finances, commitment to the work of God, health, and many more. The Christian must not be defeated in any of these cases. Many Christians have become failure minded such that they accept the saying “to err is human”. This mindset makes them easily give in to the advances of the devil.

Please, child of God, you are born an overcomer. 1st John 5:4” For whatsoever is born of God overcomes the world, and this is the victory that overcomes the world even our faith”. You have been born an overcomer and must not accept any defeatist mentality, No! Get to know the truth, for the weapon of the enemy is lies. John 8:32 says “And ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free”. How can one know the truth if he or she does not take time to study and meditate on the scriptures? 2nd Timothy 2:15 instructs us as follows “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needed not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth”. The word “study” also means be “diligent “. It means do your best to show yourself approved unto God, right dividing the word of truth.

When you can rightly divide or apply the word, you would have a ready answer for the devil whenever he shows up. The Lord Jesus was never found wanting when He was tempted, He spoke out the sword of the spirit, and the devil was cut to pieces.

Use the sword of the spirit rightly all the time, and you would never be found wanting.  

CONFESSION

The word of God is forever in my heart and on my lips, ready for any eventuality that shows up. By the word Satan and his demons are always cut into size

FURTHER STUDIES.

Joshua 1:8” This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success”.

Ephesians 6:17 “And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God”:

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:4” But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”

Our Lord Jesus was tempted by the devil (to break God’s word to satisfy his hunger). The Lord stood His ground and pushed away the schemes of the devil.

Many people fail in such times, why? Apostle James gives us some answers to this. James 1:13-15. In verse 14, the word says, “But every man is tempted when he is drawn away of his own lust and enticed”. From James’s statement, does it mean that when the individual is not drawn away by his own lust, then he is not tempted? I think that is exactly what he is saying. From this, we  see two aspects in every temptation.

1. The condition that put a strain on one’s desire.

2. One’s negative response (lust) to the condition.

In every temptation, there is the trial that is the condition posing as a test and the person’s negative response, which the apostle James calls temptation. This second aspect is a process:

 It starts with lust drawing one away from God’s word.

The next stage is enticement; where one is deceived or caught by a bait. This is the stage where the heart is hardened according to Hebrews 3:13 “But exhort one another daily while it is called today: lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin”.

3. At the third stage, Apostle James said lust conceives, and finally, the act is committed (gives birth to Sin).

4. At the final stage, when sin is finished, it brings forth death (James 1:15)

Dear child of God, this should not be your portion. The Christian is not in the flesh to live after the flesh. Romans 8:9. “But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit…..”.

Use your tongue to reverse this wrong process of temptation. The Lord Jesus said it was written and then quoted the scripture. Tell the devil and your flesh that it is written, “That I am are not in the flesh to live after the flesh”. Tell the devil and your flesh again. It is written. “Sin shall not have dominion over me”. (Romans 6:14).

Remember that the right use of the tongue bridles or controls the whole body (James 3:2).

Don’t go down into the valley of sin. Speak your way unto the mountain of Holiness.

 CONFESSION

I am not in the flesh to obey the dictates of the flesh. Rather, i am in the Spirit, and so I am subjected to the ways and instructions of the Spirit, which is the word of God. I live above every temptation of the devil in Jesus’ name.

FURTHER STUDIES.

James 3:2 “For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body”.

Romans 8:9 “But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now, if any man has not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his”.

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:4” But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God”.

In our previous study, we learnt that the Lord Jesus answered the devil. Today, we would consider what Jesus said and its implication. Today’s study will teach us what to say to the devil.

When Satan attempted to tempt the Lord, he (Jesus) did not consider the word of the devil whether it was true or not. He did not argue with the devil. The Lord went straight to the divine law of truth, the word of God. He said it was written. God’s word is written in the bible, and it is also settled forever in Heaven, for His faithfulness is unto all generations (Psalm 119:89,90).To confess is to say the same thing in consent. Confession is a way of endorsing what you believe as it has been declared by God. Romans 10:10 says “For with the heart man believes unto righteousness and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. You are saved by what you say. God always looks up to our confession of what we have believed to affect our salvation in every area of our lives.

If the devil attacks your body with any infirmity, you speak out what is written in the bible and is also settled in heaven. The scripture says in 1st Peter 2:24b, “…..by whose stripes you were healed”. You likewise believe and say, “by His stripes I am healed”. Please note that every word of the devil is a lie or half-truth. John 8:44. “You are of your Father the devil, and the lusts of your Father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in Him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own, for he is a lair and the Father of it”. Please read carefully what the word says about our adversary. He is a liar and the Father of all liars. He cannot speak the truth.

Please learn this, although his (Satan) words are lies, believing a thing has the power to create that thing. If you believe Satan’s lies, that thing that appears to be so would materialize. Your way out is to turn away from Satan’s words to tell him the truth. IT IS WRITTEN. Now until what the devil says has not physically changed, keep believing what God says and keep saying what God has said. The devil will eventually leave you, and your salvation in that area would be real for all to see.

 CONFESSION

The written word of God is the eternal truth. I live by the Lord and declare that what God has said about me is the truth. I am walking in victory, power, health, peace, and blessings in Jesus’ name..

FURTHER STUDIES.

Genesis 1:2-3 “And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. And God said, Let there be light: and there was light”.

Psalms 119:89-90 “Forever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven. Thy faithfulness is unto all generations: thou hast established the earth, and it abideth.”

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:4” But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God”.

Isaiah 54:17b says we would condemn every tongue that rises against us in judgement. Give a swift answer to the enemy, any time he makes a statement to you.

The first part of our key scripture says, “But He answered and said”. Satan’s words must always be answered. When Satan spoke into Jesus’ mind, he, the devil, attempted to introduce doubt into Him. This doubtful word, if allowed to linger, could have affected Him.

Dear child of God, every word of the devil is potent with destruction, death, doubt, fear, and every negative thing. His words must not go unanswered. In Mark 5:35, 36, the Lord was requested by Jairus to come and heal his daughter who was sick. As he went along with Jesus, certain men came and told him he should not bother the master because his daughter was dead. In verse 36, the Lord Jesus said “As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken he said unto the ruler of the synagogue, be not afraid only believe”.

Beloved, do not allow any word Satan gives you to go unanswered. The word came in Jairus case to kill his faith. Your faith is your divine hand to receive your miracle. When your faith is washed off, Satan’s program would prevail. If somebody tells you any evil word, don’t keep quiet over it, answer back. Don’t accept a death sentence from the doctor when God has said all things are possible to him that believes. Speak back to him who told you whatever death sentence; that, the Holy Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you and he has given life to your mortal body (Romans 8:11).

Silence often means consent. Isaiah 53:1, says “who has believed our report”. Whose report would you believe? Satan’s report or God’s? Note God’s report can’t come to you until you have answered what Satan told you.

When the devil said, “If you are the son of God….” The Lord refuted his doubting words with His corresponding answer.  “it is written, man shall not live by bread but by every word that proceeds  from the mouth of God.

Please understand that life is spiritual. Satan is an accuser who raises all forms of accusations against us. God, our father, is the judge. When you fail to oppose Satan’s accusations, it is upheld, and so it will work against you. Do not keep quiet at what he says. Answer him back

  CONFESSION

Satan would never have the last words over any situation in my life, I would always answer him with God’s word, which is the truth in Jesus’ name.

FURTHER STUDIES.

John 17:17 “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth”.

Mark 5:35-36 ” While he yet spake, there came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house certain which said, Thy daughter is dead: why troublest thou the Master any further? As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe”.

PRAYER POINT: IN THE NAME OF JESUS MY LORD, I CONDEMN EVERY WORDS, DECREES MADE BY MAN, OR SPIRITS AGAINST ME IN ANY WAY. I MAKE SUCH WORDS NULL AND VOID IN JESUS MIGHTY NAME.

KEY SCRIPTURE: Matthew 4:4” But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God”.

Our Lord Jesus had fasted for forty days and forty nights.  The Lord was hungry, and it was at this point that the devil came to tempt Him.

The devil did not appear physical as He did in Genesis chapter three, when He came to tempt Eve. He spoke the words into His mind. Thoughts of various kinds keep flying through our minds. Some may appear as harmless as possible, yet if it is contrary to God’s word, then you must be aware it would destroy you, if you allow it to stay there. Please understand that every contrary impression suggestion, or  idea that flies through your mind comes from an evil source. Many Christians even accept these thoughts as their own. The bible speaks of casting down imaginations and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God…..”(2nd Corinth 10:5) Don’t give any attention to ANY contrary view of any sort. It may seem harmless, yet the source is deadly and would destroy or rob you of your eternal blessings.

The wife of a pastor had certain suggestive thoughts   like ‘aren’t you so beautiful, and also with a very charming voice. You could make lots of money singing secular songs. This lady did not pay much attention to that thought. The thought came to her again. This time, she accepted the suggesting and left her marital home to sing at  night clubs. She no longer went to church but became a worldly singer.

One man of God got concerned and started interceding for her. The Lord revealed to this man of God that a demon in the form of a monkey sat on her shoulder suggesting words into her mind. The words appeared as white smoke entering the mind. It became a small spot in the mind, but after sometime, it spread to her entire body controlling her whole actions.

Dear brother or sister, this dear lady did not consider the first thought anything dangerous. She allowed it until she was ultimately dominated and controlled by that seamlessly harmless thought.

Our Lord Jesus was very alert to know that the source of those suggesting came from the evil one. He took a stand with the scriptures and reacted from the viewpoint of the word of God.

Please make up your mind to stand for God, no matter the pressure.

 CONFESSION

The devil always strikes at the weakest moments. I have made up my mind to honour the Lord and never give any occasion for the flesh.

FURTHER STUDIES.

James 1:13-15 ” Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death”.

Galatians 5:13 “For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another”.