Today’s Communion Service was themed “A Communion of Intimacy with God”, reminding us that intimacy with God is something we learn and grow into. From 1 Chronicles 28:9, we were charged to “learn to know God intimately, worship and serve Him with a whole heart and a willing mind.” Intimacy means cultivating a deep, loving bond with God built on trust, faithfulness, and a heart that truly seeks Him - becoming a man or woman after God’s heart.

Building on Wednesday’s message, Pastor Femi Paul gave this powerful exhortation titled “The Real Thing”, using Timothy as the example of a believer who is genuinely devoted to the things of Christ (Phil. 2:20–22 MSG). True devotion to God is seen in loyalty, service, and a heart that prioritises God over self. 1 Tim. 4:8 affirms that serving God benefits every area of life; now and eternally, and Isaiah 58:14 assures that those who delight in the Lord will “ride high” and enjoy their full share of covenant blessings. The call today was simple: Intimacy + Devotion = Grace to Live as “The Real Thing” before God.

Prayer: Father, draw me into deeper intimacy with You. Teach me to know You, serve You and delight in You wholeheartedly. As I walk in true devotion, let me rise high, enjoy Your favour, and receive my full share of Your blessings. Amen.