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Don’t shut your heart to the plight of suffering humanity.

......these should get your attention to pray and increase your passion and speed for spreading the Gospel. If we can save more,

Don’t be overly concerned about your situation that you forget what others are going through.

Your blessing is in blessing others. You’re lifted when you lift others.

ROR 19 July 2020

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES

SUNDAY 19 JULY 2020

BE CONCERNED ABOUT THE PAINS OF OTHERS

Pastor Chris

Stoop down and reach out to those who are oppressed. Share their burdens, and so complete Christ’s law (Galatians 6:2 MSG).

Years ago, as a teenager, I’d cry so hard in prayer, because of many in the world who didn’t know the Lord; the suffering humanity of sinners, the sick and the needy. I felt the burden and thought the responsibility to do something about the pain of broken people around the world rested on me. I’d wake up at night, praying with tears, because of the needy, the poor and the afflicted.

That motivated me to go from house to house, to hospitals, schools, and villages, preaching the Gospel, and I’m still at it today. Don’t shut your heart to the plight of suffering humanity. Too many people are going through so much. The suffering isn’t just the man who has lost his job; how about his children who probably can’t further their education as a result? Think about little children who may have lost both parents; how terrible life must be for them. Their future has turned bleak.

Many families are going through tough times because of a loved one who’s sick or has died; all these should get your attention to pray and increase your passion and speed for spreading the Gospel. If we can save more, there’d be less pain. Don’t be overly concerned about your situation that you forget what others are going through.

Your blessing is in blessing others. You’re lifted when you lift others. Therefore, explore every available and innovative means to reach out to those who are suffering and in pain. Don’t ignore their cries.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for the wonderful works of salvation; thank you for the glorious Gospel of Christ through which life and immortality are unveiled. I’m committed to its spread around the world, and many are brought out of sin, poverty and affliction into the glorious life in Christ. Your Word is growing and prevailing in nations of the world, delivering men and women into their inheritance in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Galatians 6:10 AMPC; So then, as occasion and opportunity open up to us, let us do good [morally] to all people [not only being useful or profitable to them, but also doing what is for their spiritual good and advantage]. Be mindful to be a blessing, especially to those of the household of faith [those who belong to God's family with you, the believers].
Galatians 6:10 AMPC

1 John 3:17 GNB; Rich people who see a brother or sister in need, yet close their hearts against them, cannot claim that they love God.

Romans 15:1;We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Acts 26:2-18 & Psalms 17-18

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Galatians 5:20-26 & Isaiah 39

EXCERPT FROM: Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional

We may toss the coin and roll the dice, but God’s will is greater than luck.

Proverbs 16:33 TPT

So then, from now on, we have a new perspective that refuses to evaluate people merely by their outward appearances. For that’s how we once viewed the Anointed One, but no longer do we see him with limited human insight.

2 Corinthians 5:16 TPT

July 18

The ability of God is at work in me today, and I’m conscious of it! I don’t function in my own ability or strength, for God’s inherent ability is in me. The Lord renews my strength daily, and I’m divinely energized at all times. The Word of God has made me wise unto salvation, and I declare that I’m walking in divine health, peace, and joy, in the Name of Jesus. Amen.

Never pride yourself in your ability to subdue or dominate others; rather, learn to use your authority over yourself.

Conquer yourself!

When your words and actions are under your charge, consciously subjected to God’s Word, then you’re ready for true success

Refuse to give vent or expression to satanic manifestations such as anger, hatred, bitterness, jealousy and envy.


ROR 18 July 2020

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CONQUER YOURSELF

SATURDAY 18TH JULY, 2020

PASTOR CHRIS

_*For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? (Mark 8:36-37).*_

Throughout history, there have been hundreds of well-known leaders who subdued other men. The whole world was subject to them; they had everything under their tyranny. Some were even so revered and placed by others in the class of God. But Jesus said, _*“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?”*_ (Mark 8:36-37).

Never pride yourself in your ability to subdue or dominate others; rather, learn to use your authority over yourself. Conquer yourself! That’s when you really win: when you say to yourself, “I’m going to do the right thing and say the right thing only,” and keep at it.

When your words and actions are under your charge, consciously subjected to God’s Word, then you’re ready for true success. When you tell yourself, “Nothing filthy will come out of me” and consciously ensure such a lifestyle through the Word, that’s the way of victory.

Refuse to give vent or expression to satanic manifestations such as anger, hatred, bitterness, jealousy and envy. Be sure that only the blessings, grace and compassion of Jesus are seen and experienced by everyone around you. Make the choice that only His love and works of righteousness will effuse from you to your world.

*PRAYER*
*Blessed Father, I thank you for the blessing and privilege to receive your Word. My mind is stayed on your Word; the Spirit of excellence at work in me brings discipline and stability into my life, to produce fruits of righteousness and manifest your love, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.*

*FURTHER STUDY:*
*1 Corinthians 9:25-27 NLT*
25. All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize.
26. So I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing.
27. I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.

*Proverbs 25:28 AMPC*
He who has no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down and without walls.

*Proverbs 16:32 CEV* Controlling your temper is better than being a hero who captures a city.

*DAILY SCRIPTURE READING*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Acts 25:13-26:1 & Psalms 11-16

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Galatians 5:13-19 & Isaiah 38

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July 17

I live according to the revelation of God’s Word; therefore, I’m lifted above this world and the decadence of the flesh, into the realm of glory that has been prearranged for me from the foundation of the world. My body is the temple of the Spirit. I exercise the authority of Christ over my body in Jesus’ Name! I declare that I’m strengthened through the ministry of the Spirit in my life!

.........only the Word of God satisfies your hunger.

ROR 17 July 2010

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THE WORD IS FOOD INDEED

FRIDAY 17TH JULY, 2020

*PASTOR CHRIS *

_*For My flesh is food indeed, and My blood is drink indeed (John 6:55 NKJV).*_

There are some who still cry to God to fill them afresh, to satisfy their spiritual thirst or hunger. It’s a baseless cry and may yield no results. He knew we were hungry and He sent the Bread from heaven. Today, any Christian who’s begging and crying to God to be filled is wasting his or her time.

When Jesus said, _*“Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled”*_ (Matthew 5:6), He was only introducing the message that He brought to the Jews; the New Testament hadn’t begun yet. He wasn’t talking to the Christian, the new creation.

In John 6:35, He said, _*“...I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.”*_ That bread is available to anyone who comes to Him. The question then is: have you come to Him? If you’re born again, yes! You’re in Him through the New Birth; so why are you still hungry? The Bread has come; Jesus is the Bread from heaven (John 6:41).

Also, from our theme verse, we read that His Word is the Bread, because Jesus and His Word are one. John 1:14 says, _*“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us….”*_ So, if you’re experiencing spiritual hunger, what should you do? How do you get filled? “Eat” the Word; get under the ministry of the Word of God. Even now, as the Word of God is coming to you through this devotional, you’re being fed; you’re being nourished spiritually.

The Bible says, _*“...Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God”*_ (Matthew 4:4). Rather than sing and cry, “Lord, I’m hungry for you,” study the Scriptures, for only the Word of God satisfies your hunger. Now you can understand why the prophet said, _*“Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts”*_ (Jeremiah 15:16).

*CONFESSION*
*My hunger has been quenched through the Word of Christ which dwells in me richly in all wisdom and spiritual understanding. My life is upward and forward only; I’m fruitful in every good work as I increase in the knowledge of God, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.*

*FURTHER STUDY:* *John 6:35*
And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.

*Acts 20:32*
And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.

*1 Peter 2:2*
As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:

*DAILY SCRIPTURE READING*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Acts 25:1-12 & Psalms 7-10

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Galatians 5:1-12 & Isaiah 37

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July 16

I’m filled with the fullness of God, loaded with all power, glory, might, and grace of divinity! I’m an associate of the God-kind, with the totality of divinity fully deposited in my spirit and uniquely expressed through me today! I’m continually strengthened with might in my inner man as the power of the Spirit runs through every fiber of my being, making me sickness and disease-free. Glory to God!

Don’t think, talk or act like someone who’s struggling with sin. Change your way of thinking and accept what Jesus did in your behalf. This consciousness will empower you to live right!



ROR 16 July 2020

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES

THURSDAY 16 JULY 2020

RECKON YOURSELF ALIVE IN HIM

Pastor Chris

For in that he died, he died unto sin once: but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God. Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord (Romans 6:10-11).

The word “reckon” in the scripture above is “logizomai” in Greek. It’s an accounting term. It means to count or record something to be so; to record or number with the sum. For instance, Mark 15:28 says Jesus was “numbered” (reckoned) with the transgressors. Jesus wasn’t a transgressor, yet He died between two thieves. He was numbered with the transgressors.

Now, the Bible says, “Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life” (Romans 6:4). When Jesus died, we died in and with Him, because He died in our place. He was on the Cross on behalf of everybody that ever came to this world and that’ll ever come to this world.

That’s what our theme verse is talking about when it says, “...Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Therefore, you can now declare, “I’m dead to sin, and I’m alive to God!” This should be your constant confession of the Word. You may not feel like you’re close to God, but the question is, are you born again? If yes, then take it to account, reckon that all that Jesus did was for you.

Instead of saying, “I’m so weak; I’m not able to resist temptation like some other Christians,” reckon or consider yourself to be dead to sin! Don’t think, talk or act like someone who’s struggling with sin. Change your way of thinking and accept what Jesus did in your behalf. This consciousness will empower you to live right!

Use your mind! Reckon yourself to be dead to sin. Let it be your present-hour mentality. That’s the practical way to be in sync with how God sees you and how He thinks about you. You were in Christ when He died, you were in Him when He was buried, and you were in Him when He was raised from the dead. He sees you alive in Him now. Praise God.

CONFESSION
I’m alive to God, and I belong in the Kingdom of His dear Son where I reign and rule by the power of the Spirit! I walk in the finished works of Christ, being the direct beneficiary of His vicarious sacrifice. I’m strong, because He’s strong! And I live because He lives! Blessed be God!

FURTHER STUDY
Ephesians 2:1; And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins;

Romans 6:4; Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.

Romans 6:10-11 NIV;The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God.
11. In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Acts 24:1-27 & Psalms 1-6

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Galatians 4:21-31 & Isaiah 36

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July 15

I have dominion over sin, sickness, and life's circumstances. I'm superior to Satan, and I’ve overcome the world. I am seated together with Christ in the heavenly realms, far above all principality and power! The indestructible life of God is in me, therefore, sickness, disease, lack, and death can't find a place in my life. The life and nature of God in me makes me invinsible and superhuman. I'm a product of God's word! Hallelujah!

God surely does have a plan for your success; He’s made adequate provision for your prosperity, but He doesn’t do anything outside of His Word

Your soul prospers through conscious meditation on the Word.


ROR 15 July 2020

Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional

Pastor Chris

Wednesday, July 15th 2020

PROSPERING THROUGH THE WORD

_*And the elders of the Jews builded, and they prospered through the prophesying of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah the son of Iddo. And they builded, and finished it, according to the commandment of the God of Israel, and according to the commandment of Cyrus, and Darius, and Artaxerxes king of Persia (Ezra 6:14).*_

The New International Version renders the verse above thus, _*“So the elders of the Jews continued to build and prosper UNDER THE PREACHING of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah, a descendant of Iddo….”*_ Notice the underlined words in the verse. Those two prophets—Haggai and Zechariah—brought them the Word of God. And the result was the encouragement of the people, and they grew and multiplied.

That’s amazing. It tells us the place of the Word—the importance and transforming power of God’s Word. It makes no difference if you’re into business or you’re a student; irrespective of your vocation, you need the Word for your life. There’s no substitute for that. You have to keep learning and meditating on the Word of God for guidance, encouragement and strength. Through the ministry of the Word, the wisdom and skill you require for your next level are imparted to you. The Word helps to build your spirit strong, so you can face anything and win in any situation.

God surely does have a plan for your success; He’s made adequate provision for your prosperity, but He doesn’t do anything outside of His Word. In 3 John 1:2, He said, _*“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.”*_ Your soul prospers through conscious meditation on the Word.

*CONFESSION*

*I’m yielded to the ministry of the Word of God in my life. I’m the seed of Abraham, blessed to be a blessing, and I prosper by the Word, in the Name of Jesus. Amen.*

*FURTHER STUDY:*

*1 Timothy 4:15*
Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.

*Acts 20:32*
And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.

*DAILY SCRIPTURE READING*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Acts 23:12-35 &
Job 40-42

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Galatians 4:12-20 & Isaiah 35

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July 14

I live and walk by faith and not by sight; I'm not moved by what I see, feel, or hear; I’m moved only by the Word of God! I declare that my life is going forward and upward only and nothing is impossible unto me. The life of God in me dispels sicknesses, diseases, and infirmities. As I yield myself to the Word daily, my strength is renewed; I act on the Word of God continually, causing circumstances to conform to His Word for my life.

.......be conscious of the divine energy, the supernatural might of the Spirit inherent in them.

There’s a Spirit inside you that invigorates you. That Spirit gives you supernatural power, the ability to perform. Hallelujah!

There’s no weakness in your life, for the Holy Spirit, the embodiment of all glory, dominion and strength, lives in you in His fullness.

No part of your body is available for sickness, disease, infirmity, or to the devil.

The Holy Spirit in you keeps your spirit, soul and body invigorated and ever alive.


ROR 14 July 2020

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INVIGORATED BY THE HOLY GHOST

TUESDAY 14TH JULY, 2020

*PASTOR CHRIS *

_*For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man (Ephesians 3:14-16).*_

In our theme Scripture, the Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, prayed for the Christians in Ephesus to be strengthened with might in their inner man. If Paul prayed thus for them, it must mean that he knew what it meant to be strengthened and must have been strengthened himself. Therefore, he wasn’t trying to get God to fulfil a promise or do something that we don’t already have as Christians.

Why then did Paul pray for the saints in Ephesus that way? It was because the people hadn’t come to the full knowledge of the divine might at work in them by reason of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. It was more of getting them to be conscious of the divine energy, the supernatural might of the Spirit inherent in them. This “strengthening” wasn’t coming from Heaven; it’s by the Spirit of God that’s already inside them. He wanted them to understand the ministry of the Holy Spirit inside them and walk in His might.

There’s a Spirit inside you that invigorates you. That Spirit gives you supernatural power, the ability to perform. Hallelujah! This is why you must never confess or accept that you’re weak. There’s no weakness in your life, for the Holy Spirit, the embodiment of all glory, dominion and strength, lives in you in His fullness. No part of your body is available for sickness, disease, infirmity, or to the devil. The Holy Spirit in you keeps your spirit, soul and body invigorated and ever alive.

Romans 8:11 declares, _*“But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.”*_ This is no longer a promise but a present-hour reality. Glory to God!

*CONFESSION*
*Every fibre of my being is energised and infused with miracle-working ability. I’m strengthened and invigorated by the Holy Spirit in my inner man, thereby competent for any task. I’m conscious of, and function with His divine power that works in me mightily. Hallelujah!*

*FURTHER STUDY:* *Ephesians 6:10 AMPC*
In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].

*Philippians 4:13*
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

*Colossians 1:9-11*
9. For this cause we also, since the day we heard [it], do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;
10. That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness;

*DAILY SCRIPTURE READING*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Acts 22:22-23:1-11 & Job 36-39

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Galatians 4:1-11 &
Isaiah 34

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July 13

I know my divine origin; I'm from Zion, the city of the living God. Therefore, I cannot be subject to the principles of this world's system. I am a heavenly citizen, seated together with Christ in the heavenly realms! My faith increases, and I wax stronger spiritually as I proclaim my identity to all. Christ in me brings strength and courage into my spirit, soul, and body. Hallelujah!

There’s no need for you to have anxiety or panicbouts over anything; you’ve already overcome Satan, the world and every crisis:

Therefore, stop the fear. Stop the anxiety. Anxiety refers to worry; it’s a state of nervousness.


ROR 13, July 2020

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES

MONDAY 13

OVERCOMING ANXIETY

Pastor Chris

Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God (Philippians 4:6 AMPC).

Around the world today, many are terrified, not just about the future, but even about the present. There’s fear and terror, but the word “terror” isn’t new. If you study the Bible, you’d be amazed at how many times it talks about terror. Nevertheless, Jesus assured us of victory over all crises. He said in John 16:33, “…In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”

There’s no need for you to have anxiety or panicbouts over anything; you’ve already overcome Satan, the world and every crisis: “Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world” (1 John 4:4). Therefore, stop the fear. Stop the anxiety. Anxiety refers to worry; it’s a state of nervousness. But our theme verse says, “Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything….”

If you say, “But I can’t help being worried,” then you’re accusing God of lying to you. You’re accusing Him of asking you to do something you couldn’t do. The fact that He says, “Don’t be anxious,” means you can live without anxiety. Your response, therefore, should be, “Blessed be God! I live in the peace and provisions of Christ; I do not fret! He has perfected all that concerns me. Hallelujah!” That’s how you respond to God.

Refuse to have anxiety about your son, your daughter, your husband, your wife, your brother, your sister, your house rent, your health, your job, business, education, or about anything! When you do, the Bible says the peace of God that’s beyond human comprehension will garrison your heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your Word that stirs faith in my heart and dispels fear and anxiety. I reject every thought of fear, for I’m shielded from the pain and darkness in the world. Greater is He that’s in me than he that’s in the world. I’m full of might by the Spirit of the Lord, for the peace of God which passes all understanding mantles my heart and mind, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Deuteronomy 31:6; Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

2 Timothy 1:7; For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Matthew 6:25-26 AMPC;Therefore I tell you, stop being perpetually uneasy (anxious and worried) about your life, what you shall eat or what you shall drink; or about your body, what you shall put on. Is not life greater [in quality] than food, and the body [far above and more excellent] than clothing?
26. Look at the birds of the air; they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father keeps feeding them. Are you not worth much more than they?

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Acts 21:37-22:1-21 & Job 32-35

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Galatians 3:23-29 & Isaiah 33

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His last contact with Pastor Chris Oyakhilome

July 12

I rejoice exceedingly today with joy unspeakable and full of glory, for the Lord has done great and wondrous things in my life! Thus, my heart rejoices in His goodness, for He has filled my mouth with laughter. I'm strengthened because the joy of the Lord in my spirit is my strength. Gloom, depression, and heaviness are far from me, for I carry an atmosphere of joy with me everywhere I go, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

No Christian is at liberty to do wrong.

The life that we have in Christ is sin-free. However, in your walk of faith, it’s possible to make mistakes...........He prepared for us automatic cleansing.

Through the Word, you’d discover that you’re cleansed from all unrighteousness (John 15:3), and have the capacity to live sin-free. Praise God!

ROR 12 July 2020

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LIVE AS A CHRISTIAN

SUNDAY 12TH JULY, 2020

*PASTOR CHRIS *

_*Whoever has been born of God does not sin, for His seed remains in him; and he cannot sin, because he has been born of God (1 John 3:9 NKJV).*_

To properly understand the verse of scripture above, you’ll have to study it in the right context. The purpose of that verse is actually in the 6th verse of the preceding chapter and it says, _*“...He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked”*_ (1 John 2:6 NKJV). Notice it doesn’t say, “He who says he abides in Him walks just as He walked.” Rather, it says if you’re a Christian, you ought to walk (live) as a Christian; walk as He (Jesus) walked.

Now, Romans 8:6 tells us, _*“For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.”*_ He’s teaching us here to walk in the Spirit. He says, _*“This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh”*_ (Galatians 5:16). These are all instructions and guidance given to us in the Word of God.

Romans 6:1-2 says, _*“What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein?”*_ No Christian is at liberty to do wrong. You were called to display righteousness; to walk in His rightness. The life that we have in Christ is sin-free. However, in your walk of faith, it’s possible to make mistakes; so, the Bible says, _*“…the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin”*_ (1 John 1:7). He prepared for us automatic cleansing.

What He expects is that you yield yourself to the Word, to be taught, to be guided in righteousness. Through the Word, you’d discover that you’re cleansed from all unrighteousness (John 15:3), and have the capacity to live sin-free. Praise God!

*PRAYER*
*Precious Father, I thank you for your grace and the power of your righteousness at work in me! I yield myself to the Word, to be taught, to be guided in righteousness. Sin has no dominion over me. I have the rightness of God in my spirit and it’s expressed in my thoughts, words and actions, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.*

*FURTHER STUDY:*
*1 John 5:18*
We know that whosoever is born of God sinneth not; but he that is begotten of God keepeth himself, and that wicked one toucheth him not.

*1 John 2:1*
My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous:

*1 John 2:28-29*
28. And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.
29. If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of him.

*DAILY SCRIPTURE READING*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Acts 21:17-36 &
Job 29-31

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan=>*
Galatians 3:13-22 & Isaiah 32

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BREAKING: DR. MORRIS CERULLO HAS GONE TO BE WITH THE LORD AT 88

Dr Morris Cerullo is gone to join the great cloud of witnesses after having fought a good fight and having run his course.

Thanks be unto God for a great blessing in the person of Dr. Morris Cerullo.

Good night God's General!

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July 11

I'm conscious of the supernatural life of God that's in my spirit. Therefore, I refuse to live by the dictates of the outward man, but by the guidance and direction unveiled to my spirit from the Lord. I live out the transcendent life of greatness, excellence, and success inherent in my spirit, as I walk according to God’s Word today and at all times, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Life is that way too; a journey to be enjoyed.

If you’d learn to pay attention to all the beautiful things and people around you, to enjoy them, you’d live happy every day.

Enjoying your life isn’t only about going for a game show, or watching a comedy, or engaging in some adventure. Rather, it means enjoying every moment of life’s journey; enjoying everything you do, as long as it’s consistent with a godly life, because you’re a child of God and you know God is fulfilling His dream through you.


ROR 11 July 2020

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES

SATURDAY 11 July 2020

ENJOYING LIFE’S JOURNEY

Pastor Chris

The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows) (John 10:10 AMPC).

I ’ve always loved the window sitting on a flight. A window seat offers great views; it affords one the unique opportunity to be inspired by the things you see from such a high altitude: the icy expanse of the Arctic, the glistening peaks of the Alps, the Andes, the clouds, etc. Every so often, as I look out and savour the beauty and wonder of God’s creation, I say, “Blessed Father, you’re amazing! There’s so much beauty!”

Thus, before arriving at my destination, I enjoy the journey. Life is that way too; a journey to be enjoyed. Between now and when the Master comes back, there’s a lot to enjoy; therefore, no one should live a frustrated life. If you’d learn to pay attention to all the beautiful things and people around you, to enjoy them, you’d live happy every day.

It’s a wise choice when you make up your mind to enjoy your life and yourself even in simple things. Some don’t even enjoy their meals; they always rush it angrily. Others wake up angry; even while driving or commuting to their place of work, business or school, they’re angry, unhappy and frustrated. They ignore all the love and beauty around them.

Read our theme verse again: Jesus came that we may have and also enjoy life! Enjoying your life isn’t only about going for a game show, or watching a comedy, or engaging in some adventure. Rather, it means enjoying every moment of life’s journey; enjoying everything you do, as long as it’s consistent with a godly life, because you’re a child of God and you know God is fulfilling His dream through you.

God has given you a life of joy, but you have the responsibility to express it. Let the joy of the Lord be evident in your life with such radiance that fully expresses the peace of God in you. Make a conscious choice to enjoy the moments of your life.

CONFESSION
The Lord has given me all things richly to enjoy. He’s brought me into a life of rest, full of joy and glory. Nothing is too good for me. I’m full of joy today, living the great life of righteousness, health, wealth, prosperity and success that I have in Christ. Glory to God!

FURTHER STUDY
1 Timothy 6:17; Who only hath immortality, dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto; whom no man hath seen, nor can see: to whom be honour and power everlasting. Amen.

Isaiah 12:3; Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.

Proverbs 17:22;A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Acts 21:1-16 & Job 25-28

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Galatians 3:1-12 & Isaiah 31

EXCERPT FROM: Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional

July 10

My body is the temple of the Holy Ghost; every fiber of my being - from the crown of my head to the soles of my feet - is vitalized by the Spirit of God. I live a triumphant and victorious life today, far above the devil and the negative systems of this world! The life of God in me destroys sickness, disease, and infirmity; therefore I’m "uninfectable." Hallelujah!

Focus on the present and the future.

Those who live in yesterday are often frustrated and can’t experience true joy. In your relationships, refuse to focus on the mistakes and misgivings of yesterday.

Let the Word of God, not your past experiences, guide you.

Be inspired by the joy and inspiration of a better and more glorious tomorrow.

Neither the accomplishments nor failures of yesterday should make you a captive of your past.



ROR 10 July 2020