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"The Pleasure of the Lord Shall Prosper in His Hand." Isaiah 53:10.

RECEIVE GOD’S ANSWER

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(The Word Works)

GODLINESS IS ABOUT YOUR CONDUCT.

TO THE BIBLE: Psalm 107:19-20
“Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and He saved them out of their distresses. He sent His word and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”

LET’S TALK
Have you ever heard someone say, “I’ve been praying to God to help me out of this situation, but nothing has changed”?

You see, it’s your responsibility, not God’s, to effect a change in your situation, by proclaiming the Word of faith. God’s responsibility is to send you His Word—the  ingredient you require for change. The Bible says in Psalm 107:20, “He sent His word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”

God saves, heals, transforms, and delivers through His Word. His Word is dependable, and you can apply it to every circumstance of life. No matter how terrible your condition may look, God’s Word can work for you and bring about the change you need. Even if what you want is for things to go from good to better or from better to best, God’s Word can still work for you. The Bible says, “For the word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing and effective]…” (Hebrews 4:12 AMPC).

That means God’s Word has the inherent power to cause the required change in your circumstance. When you receive the Word into your spirit, it produces in your life what it talks about. For example, if you receive God’s Word on healing and act on it, it’ll produce healing in you. In the same way, your results academically will be improved when you act on God’s Word concerning your studies. Learn to devote quality time to studying and meditating on God’s Word. This is how you catapult yourself to excellence.

Go Deeper
Isaiah 55:11; Hebrews 4:12 AMPC

Speak
I’m undaunted by challenges, for I’m confident in the ability of God’s Word to cause the change I desire. My heart is open to receive from God, and I’m quick to act on His Word. Today, I surmount every difficulty, and I prosper in everything I do, because I function by His Word.

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 11:1-18, Ezra 9-10

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 8:9-17, Isaiah 11-12

Act
Speak in tongues and declare words of power concerning your day.

My Notes
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IN-BUILT SUCCESS

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(Be Prosperous And Effective!)

IT MATTERS WHAT YOU SEE

TO THE BIBLE: Genesis 39:2 KJV
“And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.”

LET’S TALK
Joseph was described as “a prosperous man” despite being a slave in Potiphar’s house. This shows that prosperity isn’t a function of the career you choose, but a result of the excellence in your spirit. In our opening verse, the word “prosperous” is translated from a Hebrew word which means to be prosperous and effective. So, not only was Joseph prosperous, he was also effective. Even though he had been sold into slavery, falsely accused and imprisoned, his ordeal didn’t taint the quality of his spirit. He recognised that the Lord was with him, and so exuded the spirit of a prosperous man.

The Bible says in Romans 15:4, “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” This implies that the story of Joseph was written for our learning. So, can it be said of you that you’re prosperous and effective in the things you do?

Today, the same Lord that was with Joseph is with you and lives in you in the Person of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 3:16). Talking about Him, Jesus said, “…the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance…” (John 14:26). The Holy Spirit living in you will teach you how to be more effective in the things God has called you to do, but you’re to acknowledge His indwelling and abiding presence in your life.

Go Deeper
Genesis 39:5; Philippians 4:13

Pray
Father, in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, thank you for working in me, both to will and to do of your good pleasure. Thank you for blessing  me, making me a blessing, and causing me to prosper and be effective in everything I do, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 10:24-48, Ezra 7-8

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 8:1-8, Isaiah 10

Act
Meditate on Psalm 1:1-3.

My Notes
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BE POLITE

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(Speak Graceful Words)

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TO THE BIBLE: Colossians 4:6 AMPC
“Let your speech at all times be gracious (pleasant and winsome), seasoned [as it were] with salt, [so that you may never be at a loss] to know how you ought to answer anyone [who puts a question to you].”

LET’S TALK
Being polite is not a sign of weakness, but an outworking of the excellence of God in you. In James 3:13-14, the Bible says, “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter envy and self-seeking in your hearts, do not boast and lie against the truth.” In other words, when you use the right words to address others, you’re actually displaying the wisdom of God that’s in you. But bitterness in the heart of man will produce harsh words and abusive communication.

Let your words reflect the presence of the Spirit of God that lives in you. Colossians 4:6 says, “Be gracious in your speech. The goal is to bring out the best in others in a conversation, not put them down, not cut them out” (MSG). Let your words uplift, encourage, inspire, soothe and build. Don’t utter words that could inflict pain on others or stir up strife among people.

The Bible says in 2 Timothy 2:24, “And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient.” See others with the eyes of God and address them that way. Be humble in your communication (James 4:6). Don’t use insulting words to address people and don’t raise your voice against them. Live the higher life of good communication and you’ll see the hand of God move in your behalf.

Go Deeper
Proverbs 15:1; Titus 3:2

Speak
My life is for the glory of God. As I meditate on the Word of God today, my mind is renewed, causing me to think the right thoughts and say the right words. I know what to say, and I know when and how to say it. When I speak, I bring out the best in others, and minister grace to their hearts.

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 10:1-23, Ezra 4-6

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 7:9-16, Isaiah 9

Act
Write down three courteous habits you want to imbibe from now.

My Notes
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PERSONALISE THE WORD!

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(Let God’s Word Minister To You)

IT MATTERS WHAT YOU SEE

TO THE BIBLE: James 1:21 AMPC
“So get rid of all uncleanness and the rampant outgrowth of wickedness, and in a humble (gentle, modest) spirit receive and welcome the Word which implanted and rooted [in your hearts] contains the power to save your souls.”

LET’S TALK
There are people who go to church but never think the message being preached is addressed to them. They always feel the pastor is referring to someone else, especially if he’s correcting something negative. Take for example, Susan and Maggie who had a row the previous day. Now they’re in church, and it happens that the pastor is addressing envy, strife, and malice. Susan suddenly feels justified and starts casting conceited glances at Maggie that say, “Hope you’re listening.”

That’s a wrong approach to the Word of God by Susan. The message came for both of them, but Susan missed the blessing, because she didn’t personalise the Word. She kept thinking it wasn’t her but Maggie who needed to hear what the pastor had to say. Whenever you’re in church, and God’s Word is coming to you, always personalise it and receive it for yourself. Don’t sit there wishing someone who offended you is listening to what the pastor is preaching; receive the Word for yourself.

Similarly, don’t only pay attention to the topics you like and ignore the ones that don’t quite go down well with you. The Bible says “Every Scripture is God-breathed (given by His inspiration) and profitable for instruction, for reproof and conviction of sin, for correction of error and discipline in obedience, [and] for training in righteousness (in holy living, in conformity to God’s will in thought, purpose, and action)” (2 Timothy 3:16 AMPC). So, whether the preacher is sharing an exciting message on prosperity or correcting a wrong attitude through the Word, take it as God’s Word for you.

Go Deeper
Proverbs 9:12; Luke 6:41-42

Speak
I refuse to be conceited. Pride has no place in me. As I receive God’s Word into my heart today with all humility and modesty, I experience its transforming power, in Jesus’ Name!

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 9:32-43, Ezra 1-3

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 7:1-8, Isaiah 8

Act
Meditate on 2 Timothy 3:16 AMPC.

My Notes
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WALK IN THE LIGHT

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(Illumination By The Word!)

WE WALK IN RIGHTEOUSNESS.

TO THE BIBLE: Psalm 119:127-130 AMPC
“…I love Your commandments more than [resplendent] gold, yes, more than [perfectly] refined gold. Therefore I esteem as right all, yes, all Your precepts; I hate every false way. Your testimonies are wonderful [far exceeding anything conceived by man]; therefore my [penitent] self keeps them [hearing, receiving, loving, and obeying them]. The entrance and unfolding of Your words give light; their unfolding gives understanding (discernment and comprehension) to the simple.”

LET’S TALK
The scripture doesn’t say God’s Word gives light; rather, it says, “the entrance” of God’s Word gives light. So it’s not enough to have the Word in the pages of the Bible; it has to gain entrance into your spirit. When it enters your spirit, you receive light and understanding! Suddenly, you begin to see things the way God sees them.

God’s Word is the true light (John 1:9) that reveals the truth regarding all things. It reveals who you really are, what you can do, and your inheritance in Christ. When you allow the Word illuminate your spirit, negative circumstances around you are dispelled, as God’s glory and abundant provisions become real to you.

Let God’s Word be the light by which you see all things. Let it guide you in all your affairs—in your academics, finances, relationships, and every other area of your life. Refuse to walk in the dark, or live by the lesser light; rather, receive illumination by the Word!

Go Deeper
Psalm 119:105; Daniel 2:22

Speak
I walk daily in the light of God’s Word. I’m not moved by the natural circumstances that exist in the world. God’s Word is the light by which I operate in everything that concerns me. I’m aware of God’s great provisions for me, and I’m enjoying them, because I see by the greater light of His Word. Hallelujah!

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 9:1-31, 2 Chronicles 35-36

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 6:11-18, Isaiah 7

Act
Memorise Psalm 119:130 (using the Amplified Bible).

My Notes
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YOU’RE AN INTERCESSOR

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(Obtain Mercy For The Lost!)

PROCLAIM THE WORD TO EVERYTHING AROUND YOU.

TO THE BIBLE: Hebrews 4:16
“Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

LET’S TALK
I’m always stirred in my spirit when I think of this truth: that we can obtain mercy and find grace to help not just ourselves, but others also, in times of need. We’re not asked to pray or beg God for it, but to come boldly to the throne of grace and obtain it. That means we can obtain mercy for the lost. No wonder Jesus said, “…[Just] as the Father has sent Me forth, so I am sending you…if you forgive the sins of anyone, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of anyone, they are retained” (John 20:21,23 AMPC).

This means you can declare to the wayward or wicked, “In the Name of Jesus, you’re forgiven,” because you’ve obtained mercy from the throne of grace in their behalf. Similarly, you can obtain mercy for your school, city or nation, even one full of spiritually and morally bankrupt people. You can pray like this: “Father, in the Name of Jesus, I obtain mercy for them. Let the Spirit of salvation be released upon them in the Name of Jesus!” Yes, you can obtain mercy for the wayward, the wicked and the lost in your city or nation; you can find grace to help in time of need.

There’s abundant grace in God’s throne-room to help the lost, the sick, and the downtrodden. It’s time for you to take up your position as an intercessor to obtain mercy and find grace to help such people in your world.

Go Deeper
Psalm 107:1; Ephesians 2:4

Pray
Dear Father, I thank you for the abundance of grace and mercy that’s flowing from your throne of grace! I receive right now, the grace for salvation of souls for the lost in my neighbourhood, city and nation. May the veil be taken off their minds for the light of the glorious gospel of Christ to shine through, bringing them salvation and healing, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 8:9-40, 2 Chronicles 33-34

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 6:1-10, Isaiah 5-6

Act
Write down the names of five people you’re going to intercede for this week.

My Notes
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LIGHT FOR YOUR SPIRIT

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(God’s Word Dispels Ignorance)

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

TO THE BIBLE: Psalm 18:28 GNB
“O LORD, you give me light; you dispel my darkness.”

LET’S TALK
I remember when I was much younger; I gave my life to Christ several times out of ignorance. Each time I remembered all the things I did wrong during the week, I’d feel condemned and would go to church on Sunday to “get born-again again.” It was a terrible situation to be in, for most of the information I had was founded on sense-knowledge, not the Word of God. It was until I began to study the Bible for myself that I discovered I didn’t have to give my life to Christ over and over again. I became a new creature the very first time I gave my heart to Christ.

A man’s area of ignorance is his area of darkness. To live in ignorance is to live in darkness. Hence, you have to study God’s Word for yourself, for only God’s Word dispels ignorance.

Jesus said in John 8:12, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.” It doesn’t matter if the darkness is in your studies, health, or family; if you would let the light of God’s Word dominate your spirit, it will illuminate your path and give you direction in the way of success and victory. Praise God!

Go Deeper
Isaiah 9:2; Isaiah 42:16

Pray
Dear heavenly Father, I thank you for removing the shadows of ignorance from me through the illuminating power of your Word. As I meditate on your Word today, my path is lighted for me to see the way of progress and success that you’ve set for me, as I shine as a beacon of light to the world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 7:54-8:1-8, 2 Chronicles 31-32

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 5:11-21, Isaiah 4

Act
Meditate on Psalm 119:104-105.

My Notes
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WORK TOWARDS YOUR FUTURE

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TO THE BIBLE: Proverbs 21:5 MSG

“Careful planning puts you ahead in the long run; hurry and scurry puts you further behind.”

LET’S TALK

When I was in school, I had several mates. But the years have come and gone. Some of us have made a success of our lives, while others have lost out. They fell by the wayside. But back in school, most of these folks were known to be the trendiest, the popular, happening guys. The mistake they made, however, was that they didn’t think of the future and plan adequately for it. They felt they’d already arrived and therefore failed to learn the necessary lessons they should’ve learnt.

Some years from now, you’ll also be a full-grown adult. When that time comes, what kind of life will you be living? Will you have made a success of your life? Long ago, as a teenager, I told my friends that I would be talking to the world by the time I was twenty-eight. It sounded so outlandish back then, but that was what happened. At age twenty-eight I was already ministering on television.

However, you don’t set a goal and just sit back, waiting for it to simply materialize. It doesn’t work that way. You must plan, and be diligent to take the necessary steps that should lead you to your desired destination. That means you must state the target and set your sail. As you diligently move in the direction of your goal, God will ensure that all the right circumstances align themselves in your favour always.

Go Deeper

Proverbs 21:5; Proverbs 16:3

Speak

I’m set on the course that I must follow. My future is bright and full of glory. I’m strengthened by the Holy Spirit and filled with the wisdom of God. I’m moving in the direction of God’s vision for my life, and I’m making a great difference in my world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Act

Do you have your goals and plans written down? If not, devote some time to write them, or review what you already have written.

 

GET READY FOR THE FUTURE TODAY

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GET READY FOR THE FUTURE TODAY

TO THE BIBLE: Ecclesiastes 3:1 MSG

“There’s an opportune time to do things, a right time for everything on the earth”

LET’S TALK

The world’s system doesn’t hand you success on a platter. You’ve got to plan ahead of time and work diligently to create the future you want to experience. And the time to make that preparation is now.

If you’re born again, Jesus already made you prosperous, but you must understand that it’s your responsibility to study the Word, discover your precious inheritance and step into it. You’re young today, but God didn’t plan for you to remain young. This time of youth is actually your time of preparation. When you go to school, for example, you’re not supposed to remain a student. Rather, you’re to become skilled in a field that affords you the opportunity to exert a good degree of influence over your world.

If young people fail to acquire the right mindset required for success, they’ll only replicate the same old, mediocre, uninspiring life they’ve inherited. That’s why poverty remains a nexus in many generations. So, begin today to create the kind of life you want tomorrow. Acquire the relevant knowledge and imbibe the right values today. When you have a vision, you can tell when you’re headed in the wrong path, and you can easily change your direction and head in the right way.

Go Deeper

Proverbs 6:6-8; Proverbs 21:5

Pray

Dear Lord, enlighten the eyes of my understanding to see into the future according to your plans and purposes. I yield myself to you, Holy Spirit, to be taught, guided, inspired and strengthened to take the proper actions in creating the great future I desire, in Jesus’ Name.

Act

Pray today for a clearer vision of God’s purpose for your life.

TAME YOUR BODY

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(The Benefits Of  Spiritual Exercise)

TO THE BIBLE: Matthew 26:40-41
“Then He came to the disciples and found them asleep, and said to Peter, “What? Could you not watch with Me one hour? Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.””

LET’S TALK
Some folks talk about how they tried to pray about an issue but felt so weak that they couldn’t even utter a word. Others describe how they had some terrible attacks while sleeping. They felt some evil force pressing them down and choking them, and they tried to shout “Jesus!” but couldn’t move their mouths. For these folks, the human spirit, even during sleep, recognised what was going on, but was unable to get the body to cooperate. If the body was under the spirit’s control, it would’ve been able to respond appropriately.

This is why you must learn to tame your flesh and its senses by engaging in spiritual exercises. 1 Timothy 4:8 says, “For bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come.” You must strengthen and position your spirit to have the mastery over your flesh.

One of the spiritual exercises you can engage in is memorising scriptures. Even though the scriptures are meant to be stored in your heart, it’s very important that you train your mind to keep and recall them. Another form of spiritual exercise is fasting and prayer. When you fast and pray, you learn to put your body under. Your body may revolt at first, but don’t give in to it. Whenever you have an opportunity for spiritual exercise, do it gladly.  That way, you’re taming the flesh and its senses and bringing it under subjection to your spirit.

Go Deeper
1 Corinthians 9:27; 1 Timothy 4:7

Speak
My spirit is alive to God and sensitive to His leading. I’m not a man of the senses; therefore, I refuse to yield to the cravings of the flesh. I’m from above; therefore, I seek only those things which are above, where Christ sits on the right hand of God. Hallelujah!

Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Acts 7:1-53, 2 Chronicles 29-30

TWO YEAR
2 Corinthians 5:1-10, Isaiah 3

Act
Memorise a scripture of your choice daily.

My Notes
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FINANCE AND PROSPERITY

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