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Greenback:
Op mine is similar to yours in a way.
It was at Bar beach,Lagos or when we used to have bar beach.
I went there on a particular day and as always,decided to have a "swim",of course at the banks,as most of us who can't swim do. You know,you get in the water and as long as your feet are touching the ground,you are good. I was really having a good time, dodging the waves coming out and all that. I wasn't the only one,there were other young fellows having fun as well.
If the want to continue playing,you bend your head down whenever the wave is coming out and if you want to stop playing,you stand erect and it will throw you towards the banks or you simply just walk out.

Ok I was having fun and this wave,big wave was coming and I decided to dodge it. It was a big one. I bent over and yes,I dodged it but since it was a big one,on its way back,it moved me a great deal into the sea and before I could say Jack,my feet were nolonger touching the ground! I immediately knew I was in trouble as I literarily started struggling. I also immediately noticed, while struggling,that the other kids were afar off me and funny enough,they were not observant of what was happening or about to happen to me!
Then as God would have it, another wave came along,an equally big wave as the first and I barely managed to flip myself up and it tossed me out!!!!
I immediately quickly moved out completely and sat on the dry sands far away and panting and breathing hard within me. What did I just escape from,I said to myself! If that second wave had gone above me,it certainly would have taken me deep down the sea on its way back and that would have been the end of the story except help came.
I thank God for saving me by sending that second wave.

Omo! I have goosebumps reading you...thank God for you

SARSCoV2:
Do you lots smoke Marijuana?

Please be real with yourself!

It’s impossible and not feasible!

God cannot even do such miracles with reality on ground.

Obi can NEVER be the president of Nigeria come 2023.

If Atiku and Tinubu dies today, Obi still will never be the president. One thing is 100% guaranteed, either of PDP or APC flag-bearers will become president.

Y’all stop this Tom-Jerry analysis.

The prophet who sees tomorrow has spoken, the prophet who has used his ability to see his tomorrow and better his life has spoken. I'm very certain you have seen your future and changed it to become the most successful human! Show me way sir

Nice..but the number 2 is not compulsory, we must not join the party to deliver OBI. Have you heard of independent candidate? A candidate can be neutral without any party or party members and still win an election, talk more of Obi that is in a party. All we need is to be OBIdient.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

SUNDAY 12TH JUNE

THEME: CHANGE THE COURSE OF YOUR WORLD

THEME SCRIPTURE: They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course (Psalm 82:5).

What a lamentation! It’s so striking that the Psalmist says, “…all the foundations of the earth are out of course.” This means things are out of direction; they’re in a state of confusion. It’s like what he says in Psalm 11:3: “If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?” In the world today, a lot of foundations are out of course. Some people have tried to destroy the economic foundations of different nations. They’ve also tried to crush the foundations of godliness in our societies. Same for health, education, family and more.

As Christians, we shouldn’t fold our hands and watch the devil wreak havoc in different nations and in the lives of men. God expects us to do something about it. He says, “Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked” (Psalm 82:3-4). Don’t be ignorant of this. Don’t be content with only meeting your personal needs and chasing your own dreams. You have what it takes to change the course of your world.

Hebrews 11:3 says, “Through faith we understand The word “framed” is “katartizō” (Greek), and it means to repair or adjust, to restore, mend or make perfect. This means that with faith, you can repair the foundations of the earth that are out of place and put them back on course. You can fix those circumstances and situations in your world that are inconsistent with the will of God.

By declaring faith-filled words, you give shape, structure and beauty to your world. It makes no difference how bad the current situation is, you can mend what needs mending, you can restore what needs restoration, and you can fix anything that’s been ruined. What you need is to use the Word to keep the adversary in defeat. Use it to frame the course of your world to line up with God’s plan and purpose. Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving me the dominion over all things. The course of my life is consistent with your perfect will, plans and purposes. I refuse to be a victim. Rather, I live victoriously over the adversary and the adversities of life. With the Word of God on my lips, I reign in dominion over circumstances, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 8:19-21 (KJV)
19 For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. 20 For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath subjected the same in hope, 21 Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.

Obadiah 1:21 (KJV)
And saviours shall come up on mount Zion to judge the mount of Esau; and the kingdom shall be the Lord’s.

Jeremiah 22:3 (KJV)
Thus saith the Lord; Execute ye judgment and righteousness, and deliver the spoiled out of the hand of the oppressor: and do no wrong, do no violence to the stranger, the fatherless, nor the widow, neither shed innocent blood in this place.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 3:1-26 & 2 Chronicles 12-15

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
2 Corinthians 2:8-17 & Songs Of Solomon 3-4

Year 2010

Focwireless17:
We Nigerian youths are known for following things blindly maybe because one or two celebrities have supported them. Let's try and be objective on this one please.

We need answers.

Take your time and view this interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsgAVwiJ5qI


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FCFtHbqats

Kudos though I hardly trust our security....

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

SATURDAY 11TH JUNE

THEME: GIVE ATTENTION TO PRAYER AND THE WORD

THEME SCRIPTURE: But we will continue to devote ourselves steadfastly to prayer and the ministry of the Word (Acts 6:4 AMPC).

When we talk about being equipped and positioned for a life of consistent victory and dominion, it’s about giving attention to the Word of God, and prayer in its various dimensions and applications. In other words, prayer is of different kinds, and it’s important to know how to pray effectively by applying the different rules for different kinds of prayer.

Paul said, “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit…” (Ephesians 6:18). So, you learn to pray ALWAYS. The Lord Jesus taught that, “…Men ought always to pray, and not to faint” (Luke 18:1). 1 Thessalonians 5:17 says, “Pray without ceasing.” All through the Scriptures, there’s such strong emphasis on prayer because of its profound blessings and benefits.

Also, God’s Word is of utmost importance in our lives; you must study, understand and live by God’s Word. Jesus said in John 8:31, “…If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed” (John 8:31). In John 8:32, He said, “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” His Word is truth.

2 Timothy 2:15 says, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” 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.”

In Colossians 3:16, the Spirit, through the Apostle Paul, says, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom….” Place a premium on the study of the Word of God and prayer. It’s what you need for a balanced spiritual life, where you triumph gloriously every day.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for equipping me for the victorious life in Christ through the Word and prayer. As I make time praying in the spirit, pressing on for more knowledge of the Word, your glory is expressed in and through me; I’m thoroughly nourished and fortified, and my profiting is unstoppable, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Acts 6:1-4 (KJV)
1 And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. 4 But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.

1 Timothy 2:1-3 (KJV)
1 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; 2 For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. 3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour;

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 2:22-47 & 2 Chronicles 8-11

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
2 Corinthians 2:1-7 & Songs Of Solomon 1-2

sinkhole:
That is about 31yrs ago, right?
Keep your own today and let your children/grand-children also comment on it in the next 30 years, I am sure that your children/grand children will then claim that you enjoyed during your own time too

That's to say Nigeria is deteriorating ..and it shouldn't be so

CryptoClub2018:
I like the fact that Igbos will cry after 2023 election after the landslide defeat of Thief Peter Obituary.
They think it's only igbo vote that can make there bastard candidate win and by insulting every other tribe. I will lead a massive campaign on serious insult at the person of bastard Obituary Peter
If igbos think they are the only one that knows how to insult others

Is it about your hatred for Igbos or having to vote a credible candidate to make this nation great?

Wisdom is profitable... everything is not always gra gra. Sometimes you need to fight, other times you need to run or avoid fight.

Don't go to a gun fight holding catapult. Your name is not David.

Not a bad idea

Kindly watch this video with open mind....after watching this video, if you still doubt Peter Obi is not the right person to make this country better, then it is obvious we will never get it right.

Part 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsgAVwiJ5qI


Part 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FCFtHbqats

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

FRIDAY 10TH JUNE

THEME: THE FLESH HAS BEEN CRUCIFIED

THEME SCRIPTURE: This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh(Galatians 5:16)

The flesh is basically about your senses and appetites, and the things you desire to do. And the Bible tells us, “…they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts” (Galatians 5:24). Notice that verse doesn’t say, “They that are Christ’s are trying to or praying to crucify the flesh with the affections and lusts.” For the one crying to the Lord to help crucify the flesh, he’s praying the wrong prayer, struggling for nothing! Don’t find yourself in a struggle.

If that’s the case, stop right away and say, “From this day, Jesus Christ is the Lord over my mind, over my appetites and over my desires; I have overcome the flesh and its passions and appetites; I’m Christ-minded.” Fill your thoughts with the words of Christ; that’s what you need. If the Word of God controls your mind, you’ll be a master. The Lordship of Jesus is the end of all struggles. When Jesus is the Lord of your body, you do what Paul explained in Romans 12:1: you present your body to Him, because your body is His body. 1 Corinthians 6:15 says, “Know ye not that your bodies are the members of Christ? Shall I then take the members of Christ, and make them the members of an harlot? God forbid.”

Be bold and confident that you’re God’s headquarters. The body in which you live is God’s property; you’re living inside as a tenant and custodian; you’re taking care of it for God. Romans 8:12-14 says, “Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh. For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live. For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” You live in the Spirit; therefore, walk in the Spirit and you shall not fulfil the lusts of the flesh.

PRAYER
Dear Father, my body and all my members and faculties are a living sacrifice, holy, devoted, consecrated and well-pleasing to you, which is my service and spiritual worship. I have crucified the flesh with its passions and appetites and desires. My mind is yielded to your Word, and my heart is regulated by the Word, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Galatians 5:16; Romans 8:1-5 AMPC

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Acts 2:1-21 & 2 Chronicles 5-7

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
2 Corinthians 1:12-24 & Ecclesiastes 11-12

On Peter Obi's mandate I stand...with all my family members. We are Obidient!!

Tell me this is lie....this country is finished

Better...cause we don't want any distraction. This country must be better in our time. We must select the best leaders this time.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

THURSDAY 9TH JUNE 2022.

Pastor Chris

THEME: PRAYER AND THE SPOKEN WORD

THEME SCRIPTURE: And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God (Ephesians 6:17)

In Ephesians 6:10-18, everything the Apostle Paul listed was a protective part of our armour. The only offensive tool is “the sword of the Spirit,” which is the “Rhema” of God—the Word of God that’s spoken from your mouth—the out-breathing of the inspired Word of God for the hour and the season.

This is akin to the Apostle John’s description of the Lord in Revelation 1:16: “…out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword....” We find a similar expression in Revelation 2:16: “…I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth.” This doesn’t mean a sword protrudes out of His mouth; rather, it refers to the Word of God!

Now, observe the connection between the 17th and the 18th verses of Ephesians 6 in the underlined portion: “And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of GOD: PRAYING always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints.”

It says while you’re declaring the Word, getting on the offensive against the adversary, pray for all saints! He’s emphasizing prayer and the spoken word. So, declare God’s Word always, and pray that God’s people are strengthened and emboldened to continually take their place as agents of change in the nations of the world. Praise God.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I’m fully equipped and fortified with the whole armour of God, strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Your Word from my lips prevails against adverse circumstances, producing righteousness and salvation, subduing darkness and evil and all manipulations of Satan, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high [places]. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

John 6:63* It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, [they] are spirit, and [they] are life.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Acts 1:1-26 & 2 Chronicles 1-4

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 & Ecclesiastes 9-10

Cardilac2323:
I am a northerner from Nasarawa state, the doggedness of Asiwaju have really endeared him to me. Politics indeed is not by empty noise and chest beating, Asiwaju have proven that

So how e take concern Igbos?

E be like las las Tinubu go bring good thing for Nigeria abi this is mere coincidence?

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

WEDNESDAY 8TH JUNE 2022.

Pastor Chris

THEME: THE BATTLE HAS BEEN WON

THEME SCRIPTURE:...help us, O LORD our God; for we rest on thee, and in thy name we go against this multitude. O LORD, thou art our God; let not man prevail against thee (2 Chronicles 14:11).

In the Scriptures, we find certain instances where God’s people were overwhelmed by their adversaries in numbers and weapons. In the days of King Asa, Judah was completely outnumbered by Zerah, the Ethiopian King, who invaded Judah with an army of a million men and three hundred chariots.

Asa cried out to the Lord and the Lord gave him supernatural victory (2 Chronicles 14:12). Then you find the story of Jehoshaphat, the King of Judah. Judah was surrounded by three enemy nations that were ready to attack her—Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir. The king gathered all Judah together to seek the Lord in prayer and fasting, and God said through a prophetic message, “...fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD will be with you” (2 Chronicles 20:17).

God told them how to approach the war and was definite: He said, “Tomorrow, go out against them!” Not only that, He revealed the exact location of the enemies’ camp and gave them the strategy to defeat them. Employing the strategy God gave them, Jehoshaphat organized and placed singers, the Levites, in front to praise the beauty of God’s holiness.

The result was a great victory for Jehoshaphat and all Judah. Think about it; not a single sword lifted, yet God’s people recorded an overwhelming victory against three enemy nations. This is our reality as new creatures in Christ Jesus; we’re undefeatable. The battle was already won before we came on the scene. What God expects is for us to give Him praise. This is what we must do in our churches. Our churches have to be filled with songs of praise to God.

It makes no difference what you face in this world, be full of praise, and worship the Lord, because the battle has been won! No wonder He says, “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations” (James 1:2). Then in Romans 8:37, He says, “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.”

PRAYER
I thank you, Lord, for the victories, triumphs and successes that I experience always. You’re incorruptible and immortal, invisible, the only God; to you be honour and glory, majesty, might and dominion, power and authority, now and forever. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Psalm 20:7 Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Hebrews 2:12-13 AMPC For He says, I will declare Your [the Father's] name to My brethren; in the midst of the [worshiping] congregation I will sing hymns of praise to You. And again He says, My trust and assured reliance and confident hope shall be fixed in Him. And yet again, Here I am, I and the children whom God has given Me.

Hebrews 13:15 AMPC Through Him, therefore, let us constantly and at all times offer up to God a sacrifice of praise, which is the fruit of lips that thankfully acknowledge and confess and glorify His name.

Psalm 28:7 The LORD [is] my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING
1-Year Bible Reading Plan: John 21:1-25 & 1 Chronicles 26-29

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 Corinthians 16:13-24 & Ecclesiastes 7-8

Rubyjade:
Please help my man, he got retrenched today and it been heartbreaking for him.

His a graduate of accountancy with 4yrs experience in accounting. He can use excel, Ms word and Sage 50 and QuickBooks very well.

Has a very good understanding of LIRS, FIRS, ITF, NSTIF


Please help him, his a good man

Thank you in anticipation

Your kind is rare.. some ladies will take an exit under this type of situation. I speak with experience. Don't worry...it will turn out to be a blessing same way it happened to me.

What's your delivery to Yaba? And can you process it before delivery?

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

TUESDAY 7TH JUNE

THEME: THE POWER OF THE SPIRIT

THEME SCRIPTURE: It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life(John 6:63)

The excitement during our worship, praise and thanksgiving would not produce life if the contents of the songs aren’t delivered in words that are consistent with the New Testament of Christ. No matter the shouting, without the Spirit, it’s empty shout. The Spirit makes the difference. When you speak the right words, the Spirit acts upon them. For example, it’s the reason we can speak from where we are and say to someone who’s thousands of miles away, “Be healed,” and a blind person in China will receive his sight, or someone in faraway Mongolia who’s been crippled from birth starts walking. Such things happen because of the power of the Spirit in our words. Words recognize no seasons or barriers.

Words are things; they’re tangible and potent with creative energy. So, don’t say, “Well, I wasn’t serious when I said it”; in the realm of the spirit, everything you say is living and active. It’ll work for you or against you. That’s the reason we emphasize speaking the Word only; speaking truth. The Bible says, “For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned” (Matthew 12:37). Don’t use words carelessly. Know, think, talk and sing the Word—whether in merrymaking or in praise to God! Let your life be consistent with God’s truths, and you’d be amazed at the resultant blessings in your life.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for giving me your Word to live by. I utter words that are consistent with your will, plans and purposes continually, knowing that my words are filled with power to produce results for your glory. I deal and speak wisely always; my words inspire faith in others, for healings, salvation and blessings, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
1 Corinthians 2:4 AMPC; Mark 11:23

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 20:19-31 & 1 Chronicles 23-25

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
1 Corinthians 16:1-12 & Ecclesiastes 5-6

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

MONDAY 6TH JUNE

THEME: THE NAME ABOVE ALL

THEME SCRIPTURE: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth. ( Philippians 2:10)

Our opening verse is so profound! It says every knee should bow to Jesus. Who could this be? Who is this Jesus that at His Name every knee has to bow? There’s only One who claims that every knee should bow to Him, and that’s the Lord God: “Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: for I am God, and there is none else. I have sworn by myself, the word is gone out of my mouth in righteousness, and shall not return, That unto me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear” (Isaiah 45:22-23). We then find in Psalm 138:2 that the name “Jehovah” is encapsulated in the very Name Jesus: “… for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.” Jesus is the Word magnified and personified. The Bible says He’s “far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is invoked, not only in the present age but also in the one to come” (Ephesians 1:21 NIV). We’ve been given that Name to live by, to use, and it works all the time.

Some people have narrated how, when they were sleeping, some force came over them and pushed on their chest. They struggled to get rid of whatever it was to no avail and tried to call the Name of Jesus, but their mouths were heavy. However, the moment they were able to get the Name of Jesus out of their mouths, the thing disappeared instantly. Hallelujah! When we call the Name of Jesus, things happen in the realm of the spirit. Angels are dispatched on your behalf. Demons bow and limitations are destroyed. Situations turn around for your good. Call that Name today. Call it over your city. Call it over your state. Call it over your country. Call it over this world! We’ve been given a treasure so great, and it behooves us to use it. It’s the Name of Jesus!

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the power in the Name of Jesus, the Name above all names. By the power of that Name, I declare the dominion of truth, righteousness, justice and peace over all nations. I declare that I’m living the higher life of glory you prearranged for me; I dwell in health, safety, peace and prosperity today and always. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Romans 14:11; Psalm 72:11; Philippians 2:9-11 AMPC

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 20:1-18 & 1 Chronicles 20-22

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
1 Corinthians 15: 50-58 & Ecclesiastes 3-4

Rest in peace to him
Death everywhere in this country since Buhari enter...we now have 5 million ways to die in Nigeria. The frustration is too much. Na so passenger enter bus, paid his bus fare and started sleeping...he was sitting between two passengers...when the passenger on his left side got to the bus stop and tapped him to adjust so he can come down..baba no move his body..e do go be that As soon as other passengers discover say the man don die... everybody pick race.

GreenPill:
Holla on Whatsapp today to process yours.

Drop your WhatsApp

If you are living in Nigeria and still think there's another candidate better than Obi among the ones gearing up for 2023, then something is definitely wrong with you. You need to check yourself well. It's not about tribe, religion or party, this country is in a total mess right now, if we blindly hand it over to a wrong person for the next 8 years...the hardship and crime will be unprecedented.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

SUNDAY 5TH JUNE

THEME: SERVE GOD WITH REVERENCE

THEME SCRIPTURE: For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers (Romans 1:9).

When you study the life of the Apostle Paul, it’ll be very clear to you why he was so successful in ministry. Paul understood what it meant to serve God with, and from, your spirit—with true reverence. Isn’t that akin to what Jesus said in John 4:23-24? He said, “God is a Spirit, and they that worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and in truth, for the Father seeks such to worship Him.” This was the life Paul lived.

When he said, “I serve God with my spirit,” he was simply stating how he lived every day. Now you can understand why he said in Philippians 3:3, “We are the true circumcision that worship God in the spirit….” There was a conditioning of his spirit through the Word and fellowship of the Holy Spirit that made him a true worshipper.

This is the life we’ve been called to live. We’re to serve and worship the Lord with, and from, our spirits, with the reverence that He deserves. The Bible says, “The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne…” (Revelation 4:10). They showed reverence to the Lord in worship.

Sometimes, that reverence could be an outward prostration, but the prostration of the heart is more important. Many don’t understand what it is to have reverence for God. Some Christians speak in tongues irreverently, forgetting that they’re speaking to God and not man. The Bible says he that speaks in an unknown tongue isn’t speaking to men, but unto God: in the spirit, he’s speaking mysteries to God (1 Corinthians 14:2). Why then should a child of God speak to God so irreverently? Such irreverence among some Christians reflects in their lives, in their words and actions.

Always have the consciousness of the presence of God. It’ll help you maintain not just an attitude, but a life of reverence, where you give true worship to God.

PRAYER
Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendour, for you alone are God! You’re exalted as head over all, and I serve you with my spirit in the Gospel, in holiness and truth, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Revelation 4:10-11 (KJV)
10 The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne, saying, 11 Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.

Psalm 103:1 (KJV)
Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.

John 4:23-24 (KJV)
23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 19:17-42 & 1 Chronicles 17-19

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Corinthians 15:40-49 & Ecclesiastes 1-2

Despite all the noises...the guy always show he a northerner

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS

SATURDAY 4TH JUNE

THEME: THERE’S POWER IN YOU

THEME SCRIPTURE: Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us (Ephesians 3:20).

You’re full of power. There’s authority and there’s power. We have authority in the Name of Jesus, but we have power in the person and presence of the Holy Spirit. Hallelujah!

You have, not only the highest authority, but also the extraordinary ability of God within your spirit. It doesn’t flow from Heaven to you; you got it when the Holy Spirit came to make His home in you. Hallelujah! All of the power of divinity is at work in you.

No wonder Jesus said in Matthew 10:8, “Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give.” You have it, and that’s why you can give it! Hallelujah! That’s why Peter could say to the lame man at the gate of the temple called Beautiful, “…such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk” (Acts 3:6); and the man was gloriously healed.

Peter knew he had something to give. He had great confidence in what he had. Today, you have the same Holy Spirit that Peter had. You have power in you. Jesus said, “And you shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you…” (Acts 1:. Recognize, affirm, and put the power in you to work every day. Glory to God!

CONFESSION
The Holy Spirit came to live in me; therefore, the Kingdom, power, glory, righteousness and dominion of Christ are manifested in and through me. I’m full of power! And with this power, I heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils and do mighty works for the glory of God.

FURTHER STUDY:
Ephesians 3:20-21 (AMPC)
20 Now to Him Who, by (in consequence of) the [action of His] power that is at work within us, is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly, far over and above all that we [dare] ask or think [infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, hopes, or dreams]— 21 To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations forever and ever. Amen (so be it).

2 Corinthians 4:7 (KJV)
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

Acts 1:8 (AMPC)
But you shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem and all Judea and Samaria and to the ends (the very bounds) of the earth.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 18:28-19:1-16 & 1 Chronicles 14-16

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Corinthians 15:29-39 & Proverbs 31