VOT: December 19, 2023

Divine Association leads to complete Restoration

Our association or relationships play a significant role or part in the fulfillment of our purpose and destiny. Therefore we must carefully examine the people we allow into our life and the level of relationship. We

Must detach ourselves from every ungodliness or falsehood and  attach ourselves to the true vine. Ruth decided to cling to Naomi because of her God, the only wise and true God. As a result of her divine association with Naomi, her latter end and also Naomi’s latter end was glorious. Their divine association led to complete restoration.

There is a purpose for every relationship and association. God is very intentional about having a good relationship with us, hence He put Man at the Garden of Eden. Even when they fell into temptation at the Garden of Eden, He was intentional about restoring them back by sending His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ to this sinful world. In like manner, we must be intentional about building a healthy relationship with all men. The bible encourages us to be at peace with all men. We must maintain a good relationship and fellowship with God the Father, Son and The Holy Spirit. Where a good relationship is maintained, blessings abound.

“But Ruth said: “Entreat me not to leave you, Or to turn back from following after you; For wherever you go, I will go; And wherever you lodge, I will lodge; Your people shall be my people, And your God, my God.”

‭‭Ruth‬ ‭1:16‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“Therefore “Come out from among them And be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, And I will receive you.””

‭‭II Corinthians‬ ‭6:17‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord” Hebrews‬ ‭12‬:‭14‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one. And there are three that bear witness on earth: the Spirit, the water, and the blood; and these three agree as one.”

‭‭I John‬ ‭5‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: December 14, 2023

The beauty of A Contrite Spirit “Convinced, Convicted, Converted” C-factor

The greatest testimony is the Salvation of our soul. The Gospel or good news is often preached either verbally or through our actions. In order for our Salvation to be complete, the C-factor plays an important role.

C-1: Contrite Spirit is essential for us to genuinely repent and confess our faults without holding back or covering our sins.The Lord will never despise or overlook one who has a pure and contrite Spirit. Though it is naturally difficult, you can ask God for exceeding grace to possess a contrite Spirit.

C-2: Convinced. Most people are convinced, but not convicted or converted.

C-3: Convicted. We must take a step further by yielding ourselves to the Holy Spirit of God and allowing Him to remove the stony heart of man (Disobedience) and replace it with a heart of flesh (Obedience).

C-4: Converted. This is the determinant of our Salvation. It is a point we reach whereby we are ready to totally surrender our entire life to God who is the real owner of our life.

C-5: Complete Obedience. This is required of us from God to obtain the promises of God and ensuring that our name is written in the Book of Life

C-6: Christ-like fruits. We must pray for the grace to live like our Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Although it may seem difficult, but all things are possible with God. Luke 1:37.

C-7: Consistency: Hearken diligently and stay consistent where God Has called you be. It is crucial to follow divine direction and be at the right place at the right time for the right purpose. This is actually the beauty of serving God with a pure and contrite Spirit.

“The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, A broken and a contrite heart— These, O God, You will not despise. Do good in Your good pleasure to Zion; Build the walls of Jerusalem. Then You shall be pleased with the sacrifices of righteousness, With burnt offering and whole burnt offering; Then they shall offer bulls on Your altar.” Psalms‬ ‭51:17-19‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. And those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”

Galatians‬ ‭5:22-24‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled.”

II Corinthians‬ ‭10:4-6‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: December 6, 2023

Christ, the terminator of Crisis

The most important testimony we can have is the knowledge and relationship we enter into with God The also a that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.” John‬ ‭3:17-18‬ ‭KJV‬‬.

“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.”

‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭2:8-10‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? This is He who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ; not only by water, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who bears witness, because the Spirit is truth. For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one. And there are three that bear witness on earth: the Spirit, the water, and the blood; and these three agree as one.” I John‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬-‭8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: November 30, 2023

PRAISE, the Anti-virus and antidote of Fear: ”P-factor”

The POWER to overcome fear is released when we PRAISE God and as we abide in the PRESENCE of God, PEACE and JOY are restored. Other P’s are: PRAYER, PROPHETIC WORD and a PURPOSEFUL life.

We must totally yield ourselves to Jesus Christ, the saviour of our soul and the “Prince of Peace” The Holy Spirit who is our greatest helper on our inside and all around us, guides us along the path of righteousness, helping us to navigate through life in confidence.

He grants us exceeding grace to persevere through the challenges and issues of life that bring fears, doubts and anxieties. He strengthens us and grants us the grace to sustain the peace and joy that our Salvation package comes with. When you Intentionally maximize your POTENTIAL and your God-given ability and capacity to walk in the fear of God, all other fears will disappear by the help of “The Holy Spirit”

Nugget: when you are walking in the Spirit, your spiritual antenna will be sensitive to discern evil and flee from it.

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

‭‭II Timothy‬ ‭1:7‬ ‭NKJV.

‬‬ “You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭16:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”” John‬ ‭16:33‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’”

‭‭Isaiah 41:10 NKJV.

VOT: November 28, 2023

Conduit, Channel of Power “The Holy Spirit is our Power source”

The Lord Jesus mandated the apostles to wait in Jerusalem until they would be endued with The Holy Spirit who will give them power.

We are God’s representatives, being carriers or conduit of His power.

If there is a time or season when we are expected to manifest the power and glory of God like never before it is now.

“You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.”

‭‭I John‬ ‭4:4‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” Luke‬ ‭10:19‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

1. We have the DNA-Divine nature of God, and carry His power. However we must build capacity and strength through our intimacy and divine connection, in relationship and fellowship with the Holy Spirit. When you grow deeper in you relationship with anyone, you can be trusted to be used as a vessel or conduit of His power. When God deposits power into your Spirit, the question is, what do you do with the power. We are expected to Preach (Witnesses); Impact others positively, 1 Corinthians 12:8-10. Word of Wisdom, Word of knowledge, Faith, Healings, Working of miracles, Prophecy, discerning spirit, different kinds of tongues, Interpretation of tongues.

2. Power that is not utilized makes us gullible and exposes such to contrary powers because there is no vacuum in the Spiritual realm.

3. We must ensure that the Power within us is not dormant. Hence it was emphasized. “Behold” which is drawing your attention to remember and be conscious or aware that you have the required Power to trample upon snakes and scorpions and subdue every forces of opposition.

VOT: October 5, 2023

The Dynamics of Creativity “Dominion Mandate”

God is progressive in nature, not static. He is innovative, always looking for new ways to advance His Creation which includes you. You are peculiar, too branded to be stranded

You carry the DNA of God and possess the seed of greatness which means, you have all it takes to be complete “In Christ”:

Ye are complete “In” Him which means, outside Christ, you are incomplete.

“And you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.”

‭‭Colossians‬ ‭2:10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Your totality is first spiritual before it is made manifest in the flesh. The battle is first won in the Spirit before it is made manifest in the flesh. 1 John 5:4. You are born a “Winner” or an “Overcomer” and you are “More than a Conqueror”

God is In you, with you and for you. You are all covered, well rounded. Therefore you must stay grounded in the Word in order for you to secure the blessings and benefits in totality. The most crucial aspect of life is not just receiving, but maintaining it. For example it is easy and important to receive your healing or deliverance, but more importantly, you must work hard prayerfully to stay healed or free from the oppression.

This brings us to a very aspect of life that will make us keep soaring higher and gaining more grounds as well as attaining higher heights even rising to the peak or pinnacle of our life. Loyalty, (Obedience) Diligence and Faithfulness as well as FERVENCY of the Spirit

Dominion mandate: God’s good Will is for us to be in charge of all (to-t-al) totally in control. Genesis 1:26.

The total Woman has power and God’s backing to exercise spiritual authority. Luke 10:19.

Esther took charge when she was faced with a desperate situation. God wants us to always be in charge of all He Has put in our care. Hence He (GOD) created us from the rib of man and gave us the responsibility of being a helpmeet to man. Genesis 2:18.

*Every Woman has a missing piece or an issue which they need Jesus to resolve by them humbling themselves under the mighty hand of God and touching the hem of His garment. Mark 5:25-34.

VOT: September 6; 2023-Power of

Power of Contentment “Christ-esteem and Confidence”

A very good substitute or replacement for low or high self esteem is “Christ esteem”

This Word is coined from the fact that no creature or Man is superior or inferior to the other. All that we are and have comes from God through His son, Jesus Christ our Redeemer and Saviour. Our possessions can be taken from us by the real owner if we are not secured in Christ. All things were created by the Word (Jesus Christ) Genesis 1: 3; John 1:1.

“And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians‬ ‭4:19‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

The riches and personal achievements we claim all belong to our God, our Creator.

A good understanding of this fact will give us everlasting peace and joy, because we owe no man nothing but love (Agape). Also, the love of God makes Him show mercy on all, both those who are qualified or unqualified by men. The silver and gold belong to God and He can choose to lift up one and bring down the other by His divine choice. Therefore, we must always humble ourselves and obey His voice, which is an open cheque to withdrawing from the riches He Has stored for us in glory.

He supplies us all our needs by Christ Jesus.

Our confidence must rest on God, not men because the best of man is still man.

Take heed and be grateful for where you are so that God can take you to where He knows is best for you. Make wise choices that will take you to the expected end as ordained by God.

Prayer: Father, grant me the grace to be content and show gratitude at all times so that the Heavens will remain open unto me in Jesus’ name, Amen.

“Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content. But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and harmful lusts which drown men in destruction and perdition.”

‭‭I Timothy‬ ‭6:6-9‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“Therefore do not cast away your confidence, which has great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise: “For yet a little while, And He who is coming will come and will not tarry. Now the just shall live by faith; But if anyone draws back, My soul has no pleasure in him.” But we are not of those who draw back to perdition, but of those who believe to the saving of the soul.”

‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭10:35-39‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: July 13, 2023

The Beauty of Spiritual Covering

It is expedient that we stay under spiritual cover, just as we physically cover ourselves properly for protection. More importantly, we need to abide in the secret place of God Almighty. A good scenario is when there is heavy down pour of rain, the Umbrella is used to provide shade and protect ourselves from being wet. Only those who hide under the Umbrella are protected from the heavy rain.

Spiritually, we take cover by applying the Blood of Jesus Christ, which Has been freely given to us on the cross of Calvary when Jesus laid down His precious life. Another way of staying under cover is to be in fellowship, right association with people who God Has ordained and positioned to provide spiritual and physical guidance, counsel and support. You must be intentional about staying under cover. No man is an Island and we don’t have all the solution, because God created us one for another. We represent Him in different ways and with different parts of our being: hands, legs, voice and so much.

Nugget: Staying under spiritual cover keeps you shielded and protected from the fiery darts of the wicked.

You can maintain spiritual coverage by yielding to divine direction and prompting of the Holy Spirit and constantly applying the Blood of Jesus Christ.

Our security and protection is ultimately from above, not from abroad or by human efforts. The name of the Lord is a strong tower and refuge in time of need.

“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.” Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler And from the perilous pestilence.”  Psalms‬ ‭91:1-3‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.”

‭‭Revelation‬ ‭12‬:‭11‬ ‭KJV‬‬.

“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: The righteous runneth into it, and is safe.”

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭18‬:‭10‬ ‭KJV‬‬.

“God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, Though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.”

‭‭Psalm‬ ‭46‬:‭1‬-‭3‬ ‭KJV‬‬.

“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, From whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, Which made heaven and earth.”

‭‭Psalm‬ ‭121‬:‭1‬-‭2‬ ‭KJV‬‬

VOT: June 30, 2023 “Divine mandate and verdict” “Supernatural overrules the Natural”

God’s counsel overrules every evil counsel or agenda.

Regardless of the agenda and calendar of the adversary, it can never withstand the divine mandate of the Lord. It is The Lord’s good counsel that prevails over any and every evil plot or agenda of the adversary.

The key factor is maintaining a positive spiritual stand on the Lord’s side. When we stay focused on the Lord’s side without wavering, we attract new mercies and maintain our divine identity in Christ. We can rely on God’s unfailing power and His everlasting mercy. Taking a stand on God’s side in righteousness will lead to a divine turn around and attract uncommon favour, opening the door for unlimited blessing. The blessings of the Lord are inevitable as long as our faith remains unwavering and unshakable.

Standing immovable and demonstrating violent faith in God will chase our adversaries far way from us and ensure that God’s counsel overrules the counsel of our adversaries.

David, Daniel, Shadrach, Meschach and Abednego demonstrated such desperate and violent faith in God.

Also, the four friends of the paralytic demonstrated desperate and violent faith in God and were able to save the life of their friend who was a paralytic, but received divine healing after he was carried to Jesus.

Nugget

1. The level of your active faith through your prophetic declaration determines how much of the supernatural power you are able to partake of “The Woman with the issue of Blood” Mark 5:25-34.

2. Any word spoken outside the Word of God as well as evil suggestions and imaginations must be treated as ordinary or insignificant, and must not dictate to us. It is good for nothing and must be trashed or eradicated.

“Who is he who speaks and it comes to pass, When the Lord has not commanded it?”

‭‭Lamentations‬ ‭3‬:‭37‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge, Who eat up my people as they eat bread, And do not call on the Lord? There they are in great fear, For God is with the generation of the righteous. You shame the counsel of the poor, But the Lord is his refuge. Oh, that the salvation of Israel would come out of Zion! When the Lord brings back the captivity of His people, Let Jacob rejoice and Israel be glad.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭14‬:‭4‬-‭7‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭29‬:‭11‬ ‭NKJV.‬‬

“And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them. Then they came to Him, bringing a paralytic who was carried by four men. And when they could not come near Him because of the crowd, they uncovered the roof where He was. So when they had broken through, they let down the bed on which the paralytic was lying. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.”” Mark‬ ‭2‬:‭1‬-‭5‬ ‭NKJV.‬‬

VOT: June 21, 2023

The Beauty and Profit of waiting “Beware of microwave blessing”

Just like food prepared hurriedly or urgently using the microwave, many expect quick responses even when the time is not ripe for manifestation. Take heed and wait patiently for God to put the finishing touches to your desired blessing.

In order to receive God’s best, you may be required to wait longer than usual. The best often comes last but is everlasting.

There is a common saying that “The patient dog eats the fattest bone” This is simply because most impatient people receive partial or incomplete blessings because they did not wait patiently to allow God finish, beautify and decorate their life. Interestingly, sometimes the finishing touches we apply in a building or any project as simple as even proof-reading a manuscript might take longer than writing it because the end of a thing is better than the beginning. It is the end product or appearance of gold that makes it attractive or beautiful.

No one is ever present to see the processing of gold. It passes fire which at the moment may not be pleasant or bearable, but there is always glory ahead.

Regardless of how the case or situation you are faced with might look presently, in the end there is pleasure resulting from the pressure.

Nugget: Your faith is validated in your period of waiting for the answers to your prayers. Hannah received Samuel after waiting, Sarah received Isaac after waiting, David waited to be crowned King even after he was anointed.

Prayer: Father grant me exceeding grace to tarry in your presence until your appearance in Jesus’ name, Amen.

“In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ,” I Peter‬ ‭1:6-7‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!” Psalms‬ ‭27:14‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also He has put eternity in their hearts, except that no one can find out the work that God does from beginning to end.”

‭‭Ecclesiastes‬ ‭3:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

“The end of a thing is better than its beginning; The patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit.” Ecclesiastes‬ ‭7:8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬