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RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

MONDAY, 8TH DECEMBER

THEME: PREDESTINATED, CALLED, JUSTIFIED AND GLORIFIED

THEME SCRIPTURE: Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified (Romans 8:30).

I want you to notice what we just read: We’ve been predestinated, called, justified and glorified. What’s predestination? Who are those predestinated in Christ? The predestination is done through the Gospel. That means anyone who hears the Gospel was predestinated to hear it.

The call is in the Gospel; if you accept the call, then you win because it says those who He predestinated, He also called. That's why He told us to preach the Gospel in every nation and to every creature; anyone who believes and is baptized shall be saved, and anyone who doesn’t believe shall be damned (Mark 16:15-16).

But in Romans 8:1, the Bible says there’s therefore now no condemnation or damnation to them who are in Christ Jesus; why? That’s because they’ve been justified: “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 5:1). What is it to be justified? It means acquitted, to be declared not guilty.

So, before God, you are washed, sanctified and justified in the Name of the Lord Jesus and by the Spirit of our God (1 Corinthians 6:11). In Christ Jesus, through the Gospel, you were predestinated, called and justified. But there’s more: you’ve also been glorified: “…and whom he justified, them he also glorified” (Romans 8:30). Hallelujah! Your life is endowed with and adorned in divine glory. The Lord Jesus said in John 17:22, “And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them….” No wonder the Bible says as He is, so are we in this world (1 John 4:17). You’ve become the effulgence of the Father’s glory, just like Jesus.

Knowing this, therefore, why should you be sick another day in your life? Refuse to be poor, weak or ignorant. Every so often, you say, “I'm glorified; therefore,I will not allow sickness or disease in my body; Christ is magnified and glorified in me.” Hallelujah! This should be your consciousness. You’re predestinated, called, justified and glorified! Glory to God!

PRAYER
Righteous Father, I thank you for the revelation of your eternal purpose in my life. I walk in the light of my calling; predestinated, called, justified and glorified! I live with boldness and confidence, knowing that nothing in this world can unsettle my destiny in you. I walk in preordained paths, functioning in divine excellence, and fulfilling your perfect will every day, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Ephesians 1:11 In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will:

2 Timothy 1:9 Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,

Romans 8:30 AMPC And those whom He thus foreordained, He also called; and those whom He called, He also justified (acquitted, made righteous, putting them into right standing with Himself). And those whom He justified, He also glorified [raising them to a heavenly dignity and condition or state of being].

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Revelation 1 & Daniel 11-12

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 18:28-40 & 2 Chronicles 17-18

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7TH

THEME: SERVE THE LORD STEADFASTLY AND WITH JOY

THEME SCRIPTURE:....Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58)

Our Christian life is not a game; it’s serious, and it’s based on spiritual principles. It’s a spiritual life that we’re actually living. The rapture of the Church is nearer today than ever before. Therefore, every day, you must stir up your pure mind, examine yourself and make sure your life as a Christian is as the Word says.

Stay focused on the Word. The Bible says, “…turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest” (Joshua 1:7). Let the Word have dominion over your mind and over your spirit, over your thoughts and opinions. The Bible says the Word is a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your path (Psalm 119:105). When journeying through a dark alley, you use a lamp to illuminate your path. That’s the Word; it shows you the path of life and keeps you in the way of righteousness.

2 Thessalonians 2:3 warns, “…for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first….” Then in Matthew 24:12, the Master said, “And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.” So, remain fervent in your love for the Lord. Let nothing dissipate your faith and zeal for spiritual things.

There’ll have to be a difference between those who truly love the Lord and are serving Him rightly and those who aren’t. You need to watch yourself. Watch your heart. Protect your spirit. Walk in love, for He said in John 13:35, “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

The Christian life is a journey. Every day is a new day to walk in love. Every day is a fresh day to serve the Lord joyfully. Every day is a new day to walk in the light as He is in the light (1 John 1:7). Every day is a new day to bear fruits of righteousness and manifest works of righteousness. So make every day count by serving the Lord steadfastly and with joy.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the honour of knowing and serving you, and for the privilege and blessing to be called by your Name. I remain steadfast, fervent and unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord. My love for you is ever-increasing as I serve you with a joyful heart, full of passion and purpose. I shine ever brightly in these last days, revealing your glory and manifesting your righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Hebrews 12:1-2 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Hebrews 6:10-12 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister. 11 And we desire that every one of you do shew the same diligence to the full assurance of hope unto the end: 12 That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Jude & Daniel 9-10

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 18:19-27 & 2 Chronicles 15-16

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SATURDAY, 6TH DECEMBER

THEME: LET THE GOSPEL BE YOUR PASSION

THEME SCRIPTURE: For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth...(Romans 1:16).

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the power of God to save, heal, deliver and transform lives. That’s why it must be a message you understand, live by, and burn with passion to share with others especially as the coming of the Lord draws nearer than we’ve ever known.

Paul the Apostle declared that he was not ashamed of the Gospel. That statement came from a place of deep conviction and unwavering commitment. For him, preaching the Gospel wasn’t optional but life itself. He lived for the Gospel and was willing to die for its advancement.

Read His inspiring and heart-stirring words in Acts 20:22-27, “And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more. Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men. For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God."

In our world today, persecutions are many, and boldness in the Gospel can often be met with criticism, indifference and severe threats. But you must rise above that. Don’t let the fear of rejection or of death silence your voice. Don’t let comfort make you complacent. The world needs Jesus, and the same Gospel that changed your life is their only hope.

Let the Gospel dominate your thoughts, your words, and your pursuits. Make it your ambition to win souls and populate heaven. That’s what truly matters. Every time you share the Gospel, you release divine power that impacts and transforms the lives of your listeners. Even those who pretend not to be listening while you speak or act defiantly to the message will one day succumb to its power as the Word is sown in their hearts. So, preach the Gospel undeterred, for every soul you reach is a victory for eternity.

PRAYER
Precious Father, I thank you for entrusting me with the Gospel. Thank you for your boldness and passion to preach the Gospel in the power and dominion of the Spirit. I seize every opportunity to share your love and truth with others, transforming their lives with the good news of your saving power, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Mark 16:15 KJV; And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

2 Timothy 4:2 KJV; Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.

1 Corinthians 9:16 KJV; For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
3 John & Daniel 7-8

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 18:10-18 & 2 Chronicles 13-14

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

FRIDAY, 5TH DECEMBER

THEME: YOU WERE BORN FOR THIS

THEME SCRIPTURE:…And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this (Esther 4:14 NIV).

The verse we just read is part of the words with which Mordecai challenged Esther to take a stand against the heinous and devious plan of Haman to annihilate the Jews. Esther didn’t know she was part of a divine setup until Mordecai opened her eyes. Her position as queen wasn’t for comfort; it was for a purpose. The same is true of you.

There’s nothing accidental about your life. Predestination is at work in you. Your birth, your placement, and your assignment in the Kingdom are all divinely orchestrated. You were born for such a time as this, strategically positioned by God to influence and impact your world for His glory.

God placed you in your family, workplace, city, and nation as a soul winner and Kingdom ambassador. Everything about you—your education, talents, resources, and personality—has been given to you for Kingdom use. Don’t withhold your voice when it’s needed. Don’t retreat in fear when you’re meant to speak up and take a stand for the Gospel and advance in faith. Live unto Christ and fulfil His purpose for your life.

2 Corinthians 5:15 says, “And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.” Let nothing hinder or deter you from passionately spreading the good news of Christ’s salvation. That’s your number one job in the earth: “And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation” (2 Corinthians 5:18).

Let your light shine where and when it matters most. Like Esther, you must boldly declare, “If I perish, I perish,” because living for the Lord, fulfilling His will and purpose is worth everything. You’ve been trained and called to this. Now is the time to act and say like Paul, “But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God” (Acts 20:24).

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for choosing and positioning me for such a time as this. I am bold, ready and willing to fulfil your purpose for my life. I declare that my light shines brightly, and I make lasting impact for the Kingdom wherever I go, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Esther 4:13-16 Then Mordecai commanded to answer Esther, Think not with thyself that thou shalt escape in the king's house, more than all the Jews. [14] For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father's house shall be destroyed: and who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this? [15] Then Esther bade them return Mordecai this answer, [16] Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law: and if I perish, I perish.

2 Timothy 1:8-9 Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God; [9] Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,

Acts 20:22-24 And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: [23] Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. [24] But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
2 John; Daniel 5-6

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 18:1-9; 2 Chronicles 11-12

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

THURSDAY, 4TH DECEMBER

THEME: LIVING BY THE SPIRIT AND BY THE WORD

THEME SCRIPTURE: But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God (John 1:12-13).

Christianity is living by the Spirit and by the Word of God. Your life came from the Word of God. The whole universe was created by the Word of God. God spoke creation into being by His Word: John 1:1-3, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not anything made that was made.”

Notice that He gives personality to the Word of God. All things were made by Him, the Word of God, and without Him was not anything made that was made. God upholds all things, He keeps them in place by the Word of His power (Hebrews 1:3). This same Word is who John tells us became flesh and dwelt amongst us (John 1:14).

The Lord Jesus is the incarnate Word, the living Word. When He walked the earth, He was the Word of God encased in a human body. Are you aware that the same is true of you? Being born again, you’ve been born of the Word and have the life of the Word: “Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever” (1 Peter 1:23).

This therefore means that you don't live by your blood; you live by the Spirit of God and by the Word of God. No wonder Jesus said, “…Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). It’s also the reason He said, “…if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them...” (Mark 16:18). Your life came from the Word, not from blood. Read our opening scripture again.

Also, Romans 8:11 says, “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 your reality in Christ Jesus: the Spirit of God has quickened, vitalized and given life to your physical body. Divinity has taken its abode in you.

You’ve been brought into life and immortality, begotten by the Word of truth (2 Timothy 1:10). This is why we say Christianity isn’t a religion. It’s life in the Word, by the Word, through the Word, and by the Spirit. It’s the supernatural walk of God's heavenly children in the earth. Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Blessed Father, thank you for making me a living expression of your Word. I function by your Spirit and walk in the reality of my divine origin. My life is regulated by your Word, upheld by your power, and filled with the glory of your presence. I flourish in health, wisdom, and strength, demonstrating the supernatural life everywhere, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
John 1:12-14 NIV Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— 13 children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God. 14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Romans 8:10-11 ESV But if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness. 11 If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.

Luke 4:4 And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.

Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 John 5; Daniel 3-4

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 17:22-26; 2 Chronicles 9-10

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

WEDNESDAY, 3RD DECEMBER

THEME: THE GOSPEL OF THE GRACE OF GOD

THEME SCRIPTURE: ...to testify the gospel of the grace of God (Acts 20:24)

Blessed be God! The Gospel of Jesus Christ is not a religious message; it’s the good news of God's grace. It’s the announcement of His love, His favour, and His kindness toward humanity. The Apostle Paul described his entire ministry as being focused on one central message: preaching the Gospel of the grace of God.

This same Gospel was first preached to Abraham. Galatians 3:8 says, “And the scripture...preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed.” That blessing was not just material; it was the promise of the Spirit and the outpouring of God’s goodness. It was grace in prophetic form.

The Hebrew word for this covenant grace is “hesed”, a term that describes God’s lovingkindness, mercy, and unchanging favour. It’s what David spoke of when he asked, “...Is there yet any that is left of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” (2 Samuel 9:1). That was “hesed”, grace on covenant terms. Through Jesus Christ, this grace has now been poured out upon all humanity for anyone who believes.

Ephesians 2:8 says, “For by grace are ye saved through faith....” The Gospel brought salvation, health and healing, deliverance and righteousness, not because we deserved it, but because God is good. His goodness leads men to repentance (Romans 2:4). This is the message we carry: that God loves the world, and He gave His Son so that everyone who believes might have eternal life.

The Gospel of grace is not about condemnation; it’s about justification. It’s about lifting the fallen and calling the lost into a glorious inheritance. No wonder in Acts 20:32 the Bible says, “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.”

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the blessed Gospel of your grace which is committed to my trust. I preach it boldly and passionately as a dispenser of your lovingkindness, a messenger of your mercy, and a witness of your salvation. I walk in the fullness of the grace and blessings of the Gospel, as I share it boldly with others, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
John 1:16-17 And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace. 17 For the law was given by Moses, [but] grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.

Galatians 3:8 And the scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, [saying], In thee shall all nations be blessed.

Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 John 4 & Daniel 1-2

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 17:11-21 & 2 Chronicles 7-8

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

TUESDAY, 2ND DECEMBER

THEME: THE VALUE OF A SOUL

THEME SCRIPTURE For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul (Mark 8:36).

To God, one soul is worth more than all the wealth, resources and power in the world. That’s a staggering truth, yet it’s the reality of Kingdom values. Nothing compares to the worth of a human soul. The Bible says, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16).

The Lord Jesus didn’t die for the systems, buildings and vegetations of the world; He died for people. Every soul you meet carries eternal value. Every person, regardless of background or behaviour, matters deeply to God. Their value is the blood of Jesus Christ: “Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot” (1 Peter 1:18-19).

When you truly grasp the value of a soul, evangelism becomes more than a legality; it becomes a love mission. You’ll weep over the lost. You’ll pray for them. You’ll go out of your comfort zone to reach them. The devil wants people distracted by fame, wealth, and pleasure so that they forget eternity. But as a child of God, you must see beyond the surface. See every soul as a treasure waiting to be reclaimed.

To further let us know the value of a soul, the Bible says, “…joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance” (Luke 15:7). Think about it: If all heaven rejoices over one sinner that repents, how much more should we labour to see it happen again and again. Therefore, make soul winning your habit and lifestyle. Rescue destinies. Deliver the souls of men from darkness into light and from the power of Satan unto God. Nothing could be more fulfilling.

PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank you for opening my eyes to see people the way you see them. Thank you for helping me appreciate and recognize the true value of a soul; this makes my heart burn with compassion for the lost as I passionately preach the Gospel, delivering them from the domain of darkness into your marvellous light, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Luke 15:3-7 And he spake this parable unto them, saying, 4 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost. 7 I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.

John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

James 5:20 Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 John 3:11-24; Ezekiel 47-48

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 17:1-10; 2 Chronicles 5-6

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

MONDAY, 1ST DECEMBER

THEME: HE WAS YOUR REPRESENTATIVE

THENE SCRIPTURE: All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them... (2 Corinthians 5:18-19 NIV).

There was only one sacrifice that was necessary for our salvation, the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross. Acts 13:38-39 says, “Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses.” This is amazing. Everybody who believes in Jesus is justified from all things from which they couldn’t be justified by the law of Moses.

Jesus took your place in His death. When He was dying on the Cross, you were dying on that Cross, because He was your representative before God. He did it for the whole world. If He was your representative on the Cross, then He was still your representative when He was buried. That means you were buried when Jesus was buried; the whole world of sinners was buried with Him because He was our representative.

Isaiah 53:6 says, “All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD had laid on him the iniquity of us all.” Now, this Jesus, because He was our representative on the Cross when He died and our representative in the grave, when God raised Him up, we were also all raised together with Him. Everybody, regardless of nationality, race or religion, was raised together with Jesus.

So, if you’re reading this today and you’ve never been born again, turn to page 68 of this devotional and pray the prayer of salvation. Receive the salvation that Jesus consummated for you by His death, burial and resurrection. He paid the penalty for your sins, and now, God is not counting your sins against you. Hallelujah!

CONFESSION
Dear Father, I thank you for the vicarious sacrifice of the Lord Jesus, in His death, burial, and resurrection. Through Him, I’ve been justified from all things and made righteous. I walk in the consciousness of this truth, knowing that no charges can be laid against me. I'm free from sin, guilt and condemnation. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 4:23-25 ESV But the words “it was counted to him” were not written for his sake alone, 24 but for ours also. It will be counted to us who believe in him who raised from the dead Jesus our Lord, 25 who was delivered up for our trespasses and raised for our justification.

John 1:29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.

2 Corinthians 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 John 2:15-3:1-10 & Ezekiel 45-46

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 16:23-33 & 2 Chronicles 3-4

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH

THEME: YIELD TO CORRECTION

THEME SCRIPTURE: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry...(1 Samuel 15:22-23).

The words of Samuel to King Saul reveal a powerful insight into the danger of disobedience. Saul had received clear instructions from God through the Prophet Samuel, but he chose his own course of action. Then Samuel reproved him, saying, “...to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams” (1 Samuel 15:22).

Notice that obedience takes precedence over sacrifice. God is more interested in your living out His Word, doing the Word, than in any religious gesture. Then he goes further to equate not doing what the Lord says to witchcraft, “For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft....” That’s a remarkable comparison. Disobedience produces rebellion.

He continues by saying “…and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry....” Rebellion, when sustained, becomes stubbornness. And what is stubbornness? It’s the refusal to accept correction. It’s an insistence on one’s own way in disregard of godly counsel and instructions. The Bible says this is equivalent to idolatry.

That’s because in such a state, the individual exalts and sees himself as his own authority. He esteems his own opinions above God’s Word. That is self-worship, and self-worship is idolatry. When someone disobeys and insists on their own way, they enter into rebellion. If they’re corrected and still will not change, they’re stubborn. And stubbornness, according to God’s Word, is iniquity and idolatry. So, never take the corrections of the Spirit or the instructions from the Word lightly. To reject correction is to make an idol of yourself. But to humbly yield to the Word is wisdom.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the clarity and power of your Word and the transformation it brings to my life. My heart is tender and yielded to your instructions and guidance always. I esteem your voice above every other opinion or preference, and I walk in submission to your will, and I live in the liberty and joy of righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Proverbs 29:1 NIV; Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.

James 1:22 KJV; But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Hebrews 12:9-11 KJV; Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected [us], and we gave [them] reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live? 10 For they verily for a few days chastened [us] after their own pleasure; but he for [our] profit, that [we] might be partakers of his holiness. 11 Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.

Proverbs 3:11 KJV; My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 John 1-2:1-14 & Ezekiel 43-44

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 16:12-22 & 2 Chronicles 1-2

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH

THEME: STRATEGIC SOUL WINNING

THEME SCRIPTURE: ...he that winneth souls is wise (Proverbs 11:30).

In our previous study, part of what we learnt was the importance of the right strategies in soul winning. Don't continue with the same activities that yield no results. Adjust your approach from time to time, following the guidance of the Spirit. At times, the venue of the meetings could even be the problem. A simple shift in location or format of your meetings could make a significant difference. Also, evangelism may sometimes cost money, and that’s okay. So plan your outreaches like they’re important events.

Imagine you were planning a professional or business dinner or breakfast meeting; you’d likely not leave anything to chance. Likewise, ensure all the fine details are captured when planning your outreach programs. Dress well. Create a joyful atmosphere and make everything inspiring. And here’s a vital key: invite the right people, people who are prospects for salvation and discipleship, not those who are already Christians and deeply committed in other churches.

Also, avoid reciprocal invitations that may likely pull you out of your place of worship. Just because someone attended your program doesn’t mean you must attend theirs. It’s best to stay rooted in your church and be committed. There’s no glory in being unstable or hopping from place to place.

Soul winning is not just about the act; there’s also the wisdom behind it. That’s why the Bible says he that wins souls is wise (Proverbs 11:30). So, be discerning. Be led by the Spirit. And most importantly, be committed to your church family and its evangelistic missions.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the wisdom and divine strategies to reach the lost. I’m effective in soul winning, wise in my approach, and fruitful in results. I follow the guidance of the Spirit at all times. I’m committed, fervent and full of joy as I reach out with the Gospel, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Ecclesiastes 10:10 KJV; If the iron be blunt, and he do not whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wisdom [is] profitable to direct.

1 Corinthians 9:21-23 KJV; To them that are without law, as without law, (being not without law to God, but under the law to Christ,) that I might gain them that are without law. 22 To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all [men], that I might by all means save some. 23 And this I do for the gospel's sake, that I might be partaker thereof with [you].

1-Year Bible Reading Plan
2 Peter 3 & Ezekiel 41-42

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
John 16:1-11 & 1 Chronicles 29

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH

THEME: THE LARGE-SCALE CATCH

THEME SCRIPTURE: Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind (Matthew 13:47).

In soul winning, there’s the ministry of personal evangelism, the one-on-one relentless pursuit of souls until they’re fully won and established in the Faith. But there’s also the “large-scale catch.” The Lord Jesus, in our theme verse, likened the Kingdom of heaven to a net cast into the sea that gathered fish of every kind.

Picture a net thrown into the sea of humanity, drawing in people from every walk of life. That’s what happens through our mass evangelism efforts, our crusades, campaigns, and outreach programs where we reach out and haul sinners en masse into the Kingdom.

That’s what the Master describes in Matthew 13:47-48; our deliberate, organized effort to reach and bring in multitudes. It says, “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind: Which, when it was full, they drew to shore, and sat down, and gathered the good into vessels, but cast the bad away.” That’s salvation, calling people to Christ, bringing them into the Church. That’s the drawing in of the harvest.

So, as a cell or fellowship group, as a church, zone or ministry, when are you casting the net? It’s good to encourage individual witnessing, people going out daily to tell others about the Lord Jesus. But there are times we must plan and act together to reach whole communities, cities, towns and nations with a clear, strategic mission to bring them into the Kingdom.

It’s time to organize and reach many en masse. Set a target where you plan to reach a hundred, a thousand, ten thousand, or a hundred thousand people at once and go for it. Perhaps your target is to reach a million people or more; go for it. The Lord will bring it to fruition. It’s His work, and we’re partners with Him. He’ll give you the strategies to succeed. Anything born of Him prevails, multiplies and blossoms. That’s the mindset you should have. He said the harvest is plenty, and we’re His labourers for the large scale catch. Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for showing me the power of both personal and collective evangelism. I’m committed to the end-time, large-scale harvest to gather multitudes into the Kingdom. All around the world, the collective soul winning efforts of your children are producing results mightily in the nations, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.

Luke 14:23 And the lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled.

Mark 16:20 And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
2 Peter 2; Ezekiel 39-40

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 15:20-27; 1 Chronicles 28

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

THURSDAY, 27TH NOVEMBER

THEME: SATAN IS COMPLETELY DEFEATED

THEME SCRIPTURE: Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire (Ezekiel 28:14).

If anyone were to ask, "Why didn't God destroy Satan from the beginning?" The answer lies in one profound truth: Satan was anointed. The Bible calls him "...the anointed cherub...." And part of what the anointing does is that it protects. God gave Satan an unction that couldn't be destroyed or undone arbitrarily.

God doesn't fight Himself. His gifts and calling are without repentance (Romans 11:29). That's why Satan hasn’t been outrightly destroyed. He had a divine unction that even rebellion didn't immediately cancel. Instead, God set in motion a redemptive plan. He brought in One who was anointed to defeat Satan on legal and spiritual grounds.

Consider the account in Jude 1:9 that says Michael the archangel contended with Satan over the body of Moses. The Bible says Michael didn't bring a railing accusation against Satan, but rather, he said, "...The Lord rebuke thee." That’s because Satan had gained a legal position of authority.

When Adam fell through high treason, he handed over his God-given dominion to Satan. Satan, at that point, gained something higher than being an anointed cherub; he gained Adamic authority, which elevated him to a higher rank than angels. Michael recognized this. Though he was a high-ranking archangel, he understood the legality of Satan's claim. So, he invoked a higher authority: the Lord's Name. And in that Name, we’re superior to Satan and we rule over him.

So, the first reason God didn't destroy Satan was because of the anointing. The second was the authority Satan gained through Adam's fall. But God's plan wasn't thwarted. The Lord Jesus, the second Adam, came, born of the Spirit, anointed with the Holy Ghost and power, and defeated Satan legally, spiritually, and eternally. The most beautiful part is that we did it together, for we were in Him in His death, burial, resurrection, and ultimate victory over Satan, hell and the demons of darkness. Therefore, YOU have completely, permanently and eternally defeated Satan.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the wisdom and depth of your Word. I recognize your justice, your power and your unchanging commitment to righteousness. Thank you for sending the Lord Jesus, the anointed One, for the salvation of mankind, giving us dominion and authority over Satan and his cohorts. I walk in that victory today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 5:17 For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.)

Jude 1:9 Yet Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil he disputed about the body of Moses, durst not bring against him a railing accusation, but said, The Lord rebuke thee.

Colossians 2:15 WNT And the hostile princes and rulers He shook off from Himself, and boldly displayed them as His conquests, when by the Cross He triumphed over them.

Mark 16:17 And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
2 Peter 1 & Ezekiel 37-38

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 15:11-19 & 1 Chronicles 27

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

WEDNESDAY, 26TH NOVEMBER

THEME: PERMANENTLY ROOTED IN CHRIST

THEME SCRIPTURE: Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life” (John 6:67-68).

The Bible tells us that some of the Lord’s disciples were offended after He preached a certain message, and they stopped following Him. These were not strangers. They had been with Him for some time. They had given of their substance, supported His ministry, and witnessed His miracles. But when the Master said, “... Except ye eat the flesh of the Son of man, and drink his blood, ye have no life in you” (John 6:53), they couldn’t handle it. They walked out on Him.

As a result, the Lord turned to the twelve disciples and asked, “Will you also go away?” Peter’s response was remarkable. He said, “...Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life” (John 6:68). That’s commitment. That’s permanence. This is the example to emulate.

Today, some people still act like those multitudes who were offended at the Master. They’re unsettled, easily shaken by correction, or even hearsay. There’s no stability in their lives. The Pastor preaches on a subject, and they conclude he’s talking about them. As a result, they get offended and withdraw from their commitment in church and their partnership in the Gospel. This attitude is carnal.

Choose stability. Be rooted and grounded in the Word, in the Faith and in the house of God. I love the way the NIV puts it in Colossians 2:6-7, "So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." Be the kind of person who’s permanently rooted in Christ, whose conviction is deep, strong, reliable and unwavering.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your life in me, and the Holy Spirit who has brought stability to my life, making my faith effectual. My conviction is deep, strong and unwavering as I follow you with steadfastness, loyalty and focus, for you alone are God. I am rooted, grounded and established in Christ, now and always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
John 6:66-69 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. 67 Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? 68 Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. 69 And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.

Colossians 2:6-7 AMPC As you have therefore received Christ, [even] Jesus the Lord, [so] walk (regulate your lives and conduct yourselves) in union with and conformity to Him. 7 Have the roots [of your being] firmly and deeply planted [in Him, fixed and founded in Him], being continually built up in Him, becoming increasingly more confirmed and established in the faith, just as you were taught, and abounding and overflowing in it with thanksgiving.

Psalm 119:165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Peter 5 & Ezekiel 35-36

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 15:1-10 & 1 Chronicles 26

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH

THEME: GOD’S WORD IS GOD

THEME SCRIPTURE: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God (John 1:1).

God’s Word is not merely what God says; it is God Himself. The Word of God is God in expression. When you hear God’s Word, you’re hearing God. When you receive His Word, you’re receiving Him. He’s in His Word, just as His Word is in Him.

This is a truth many don’t fully grasp. They think God’s Word is separate from Him, like someone saying something and then walking away from it. But that’s not how it is with God. His Word carries His person. It expresses not just His thoughts but also His power, His presence, His glory, and His life.

How do we know someone’s personality? It’s through their words. Words reveal who a person is. In the same way, God reveals Himself in His Word. His Word transmits divinity. The life of God is in His Word. That’s why when you receive the Word into your heart, you’re not just getting mere information or instruction; you’re receiving God Himself. You’re fellowshipping with the very essence of life.

His Word creates, heals, transforms and delivers. No wonder the Lord Jesus is called the Word made flesh (John 1:14). He said, “I and my Father are one” (John 10:30). He is the living Word. “All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made” (John 1:3).

Did you observe that the Word is referred to as “Him” and not “it”? That’s because He’s a person. Any time you hear and receive the Word of God into you, you’re receiving more than doctrine or teaching; you're receiving God. Therefore, honour His Word, because to honour His Word is to honour Him.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for your life, power and glory that’s in your Word; the same power, presence and glory that I experience because your Word is in me, producing what it talks about. I live by your Word and experience continual transformation, progress and victory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
John 1:1-3 NIV In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.

John 1:14 NIV The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Hebrews 4:12-13 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. 13 Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.

1 Thessalonians 2:13 For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Peter 4; Ezekiel 33-34

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 14:22-31; 1 Chronicles 25

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

MONDAY, 24TH NOVEMBER

THEME: NO ONE SHOULD BE LOST IN THE CROWD

THEME SCRIPTURE: Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it (Matthew 13:45-46).

Every single soul on earth is important to God, and must therefore be important to you. The Lord Jesus said, “...those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled” (John 17:12). Notice the underlined part; He retained all the souls that the Father gave Him, except the son of perdition who was destined for doom. The Lord is our example in soul winning and discipleship.

It doesn’t matter how many people come to our churches, cell meetings, fellowships and outreach meetings; no one must get lost in the crowd. Many fellowships start with zeal and vision, but over time, precious individuals fall through the cracks. A group is formed, then another, and another, but what happened to the very first set of people that came? Where did they go? They were entrusted to us; therefore, we must be able to account for them at all times.

Don’t carry out “ministry by replacement”; a scenario where every week, new converts and first-timers flood the church in their hundreds, yet there’s no numerical growth; the church venue is never packed out because new ones come in, and the old ones are not retained. That won’t lead to church growth.

Every soul is precious and deserves to be nurtured and established in the house of God, the Church, which is the pillar and ground of truth. That’s the purpose of the cell system, for example. If you’re a pastor, get involved in the cell system not just as a participant but as the leader in the structure, strategy and supervision of the cells.

Know the locations of the cell meetings. Visit them. Follow up on their work. Show interest in the individual members. Don’t see a crowd, see people. Always review the work of your cell leaders to help them improve. Find out how they handle their members. Be present, engaged, and attentive. Know your people, pray for them, follow up with them, and help them grow.

It’s not enough to preach sermons or hold programs. You must connect, disciple, and preserve the precious souls that the Lord adds to the Church. Don’t ignore the details and expect impact. Growth is intentional. Effectiveness is deliberate. And every soul is worth everything.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I commit myself to the true growth of others through discipleship, follow-up and effective soul winning. Every soul entrusted to me is nurtured, established, and grows spiritually to become a wise and faithful labourer in your harvest, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
John 6:39 And this is the Father's will which hath sent me, that of all which he hath given me I should lose nothing, but should raise it up again at the last day.

Acts 20:28 Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.

Luke 15:4-7 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost. 7 I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.

John 17:11-12 And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are. 12 While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Peter 3 & Ezekiel 31-32

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 14:10-21 & 1 Chronicles 24

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SUNDAY, 23RD NOVEMBER

THEME: FORGIVENESS AND HEALING

THEME SCRIPTURE: Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much (James 5:16).

There’s a divine principle revealed in the verse above that many often overlook, and it’s the fact that healing can result, not only from prayer, but also from the rightness of our hearts, our humility and love toward one another in the body of Christ. For example, when you offend your fellow brother or sister in Christ, you should be quick to say, “I’m sorry; it was wrong of me to have spoken to you the way I did; I misjudged you. Forgive me.”

That’s what it means to confess your faults one to another. It means being humble enough to admit when you've spoken harshly, misjudged someone, or held on to an offense in your heart. Also, rather than condemn or criticize others, you pray for them. The Bible says that when you do this, it leads to healing. Read the opening scripture again.

It brings to mind a remarkable testimony told many years ago by R.W. Shambach about two women in a church he pastored. One had a goitre that wouldn’t heal despite countless prayers. The other couldn’t receive the Holy Spirit, no matter who laid hands on her. Unknown to many, the two women held a long grudge against each other.

One day, during a church service, the pastor observed their behaviour and was prompted to intervene. He boldly confronted them and urged them to reconcile. As they tearfully forgave each other and embraced, a miracle happened instantly: the goitre vanished, and the other lady began speaking in tongues. No additional prayer was necessary. What a lesson this is!

Sometimes, what might be hindering some people’s miracle isn’t the lack of prayer but their attitude. Perhaps they’re harbouring resentment, bitterness, or they’re refusing to walk in love. God pays attention to how you treat your brothers and sisters in Christ. Be warm and loving to everyone. There should never be any person that you don’t like.

Some people greet and relate with everyone else joyfully, but when it comes to a certain individual, their demeanour changes. That’s not the way of Christ. He calls us to love one another, forgive freely, and live peaceably with all men. Refuse to harbour grudges. As the Bible says, be quick to forgive, and quicker to pray for those who hate you, persecute, or spitefully use you (Matthew 5:44). It’s the way to a life of health, wholeness and unending blessings. Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for the humility and love that your Word and the Holy Spirit have produced in me. I walk in love toward all, quick to forgive and ready to intercede for others. I’m a channel of healing, restoration and peace, and my heart is full of your grace, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Colossians 3:12-13 Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; 13 Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.

Matthew 5:23-24 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; 24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift.

Ephesians 4:32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Peter 1:22-2:1-25 & Ezekiel 29-30

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 14:1-9 & 1 Chronicles 23

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND

THEME: DON’T LOSE YOUR FIRE

THEME SCRIPTURE: Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord (Romans 12:11 AMPC).

The tendency of fire is to burn out. So, for fire to be sustained, it must be fuelled. The same is true of your zeal and passion for the Lord and spiritual things. Read our opening scripture again; it says, “Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord.”

In other words, be consistently ablaze for the Lord. It’s your responsibility. Be a burning and a shining light. Some may criticize you for it; they may call you a “fanatic” or an extremist. Others may outrightly ridicule you and persecute you for your spirituality, but that doesn’t matter. What matters is that you’re doing the right thing, fulfilling your purpose in Christ.

It’s the will of God for you to live in a continual state of spiritual incandescence, always radiating His presence. He wants you burning with the Spirit and manifesting His life and power every day and in every place. The secret is staying filled with the Spirit: “And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God” (Ephesians 5:18-21).

Constantly fellowship with the Holy Spirit and meditate on the Word. Pray often, especially for those in your world; your cell members, your leaders, your church family, your friends and loved ones, and those with whom you work or do business. Write their names down and continue to prevail in intercession for them.

There’s something about prevailing prayer; it’s one of the ways to sustain your holy glow, the fire of the Spiri that keeps you fervent and passionate about the things of God. It doesn’t matter how much you’ve studied or how much you know. It doesn’t matter what the Lord has told you; you must stay in fellowship with Him through prayer; otherwise, you could lose the spiritual fervour that should accompany your knowledge.

There’s a passion, a divine glow that comes from consistent, earnest prayer, and without it, your spiritual energy could wane. So spend time in heartfelt intercession, and you’ll always be lambent in the spirit.

PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for igniting my heart with passion and zeal for the things of the Spirit. I remain steadfast and burning with the Holy Ghost, serving you with joy and power. I’m ever aglow, fervent in spirit, giving myself continually to prayer and to the ministry of the Word, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 12:11 TPT Be enthusiastic to serve the Lord, keeping your passion toward him boiling hot! Radiate with the glow of the Holy Spirit and let him fill you with excitement as you serve him.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing.

Colossians 4:12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God.

Luke 9:29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Peter 1:1-21 & Ezekiel 27-28

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 13:31-38 & 1 Chronicles 22

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

FRIDAY, 21ST NOVEMBER

THEME: CRAVE THE WORD WITH PASSION AND INTENSITY

THEME SCRIPTURE: But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ... (2 Peter 3:18).

1 Peter 2:1-2 says, “Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby.” This gives a remarkable insight as to how to grow spiritually and the kind of life you ought to be living. You’re to put away every trace of wickedness, deceit, insincerity, pretence, envy, and slander.

The Living Bible renders it beautifully: “So get rid of your feelings of hatred. Don’t just pretend to be good! Be done with dishonesty and jealousy and talking about others behind their backs” (1 Peter 2:1). Rather than continue in these things, God instructs, “…desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby” (1 Peter 2:2). He wants you to grow up in your salvation.

Now that you have received Christ, have a strong desire for the Word. Long to grow in the things of God. Crave the Word of God with intensity and delight. I've met many people over the years who had such a deep desire to grow. They were hungry for the Lord. They asked questions, searched the Scriptures, attended church services regularly, and yearned to learn. It’s always a beautiful thing to behold.

Have a heartfelt, continuous craving for the Word. Colossians 3:16 says, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” Let your appetite for the Word be insatiable. Like Job, esteem and desire the Word more than your necessary food (Job 23:12). Make it your delight, and as a result, whatsoever you do will prosper (Read Psalm 1:1-3). Hallelujah! That’s the will of God for you.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your Word that builds me up and establishes me in the faith. By your Word, I grow up into the fullness of my salvation, strong, unshakable and fruitful in every good work; prosperous and in health, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
1 Peter 2:1-2 AMPC So be done with every trace of wickedness (depravity, malignity) and all deceit and insincerity (pretense, hypocrisy) and grudges (envy, jealousy) and slander and evil speaking of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies you should crave (thirst for, earnestly desire) the pure (unadulterated) spiritual milk, that by it you may be nurtured and grow unto [completed] salvation,

Hebrews 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. 13 For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. 14 But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.

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.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
James 4:13-5:1-20 & Ezekiel 24-26

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 13:21-30 & 1 Chronicles 21

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

THURSDAY, 20TH NOVEMBER

THEME: THE ONLY ACCESS TO THE FATHER

THEME SCRIPTURE: Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me (John 14:6).

The words of the Master that we just read are absolute. He didn’t say He’s “a way” but that He’s the way. There’s no ambiguity. He’s the truth, and He’s the life. He’s the only access to the Father. Acts 4:12 declares, “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.”

There’s no other path to salvation besides the confession of the Lordship of Jesus. Salvation is found in no one else but Him. That’s what the Bible says. And since that’s the absolute truth, we can’t be quiet. We must live each day, making it our life’s priority to lead others to Christ.

He alone gives eternal life for He is eternal life: “And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand” (John 10:28). 1 John 5:20, “And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.” This is why we preach. This is why we reach out. This is why we organise outreaches, crusades, cell meetings, and distribute Rhapsody of Realities all over the world.

We’re not just participating in religious activities; we’re fulfilling God’s highest calling. We’re rescuing men and women from eternal separation and bringing them into the glorious liberty of the sons of God. The Lord Jesus is their only hope. We’ve been entrusted with the responsibility of telling the whole world. Let’s keep at it, passionately, boldly, and with urgency until every man, woman, boy and girl has heard and received the Gospel.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the Name of Jesus by which all men are saved. I refuse to be silent. I proclaim the Gospel with boldness and power, turning many from darkness to light and from the power of Satan unto God. The message of salvation is spreading rapidly, and the Lord Jesus is glorified. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 10:13-15 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!

John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.

2 Corinthians 5:18-19 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; 19 To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
James 3:14-4:1-12 & Ezekiel 22-23

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 13:12-20 & 1 Chronicles 20

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH

THEME: STAND FIRM AND STEADFAST

THEME SCRIPTURE: Ye therefore, beloved, seeing ye know these things before, beware lest ye also, being led away with the error of the wicked, fall from your own steadfastness. But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ... (2 Peter 3:17-18)

The Spirit, through the Apostle Peter, gives a strong admonition in the scripture above. He wants you to remain steadfast and refuse to follow the error of the wicked. He wants you to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Spiritual growth is the antidote to deception and instability. It keeps you rooted, strong, and steadfast, unshaken by contrary doctrines or distractions. Don't be the one who constantly needs reminders to attend church, cell meetings, or participate in the things of the Spirit. Become strong and dependable, unwavering in your commitment to the Lord, His Word and His work.

The error of the wicked isn't always something that looks evil on the outside. For example, Ecclesiastes 8:10 says, "And so I saw the wicked buried, who had come and gone from the place of the holy, and they were forgotten in the city where they had so done: this is also vanity." These were people who frequented the house of God; they came in and out of the holy place but never were believed. They died, were buried, and forgotten. Though they may have been praised while alive, their impact was empty, and their lives, vain.

The NIV renders it a bit clearer. "Then too, I saw the wicked buried-those who used to come and go from the holy place and receive praise in the city where they did this. This too is meaningless." What was their end? Psalm 9:17 tells us plainly, "The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God." These are those who lived without acknowledging God in their decisions, careers, goals, etc. They forgot God.

Don't forget God. Don't follow the crowd that drifts in and out of His presence without purpose, without vision, without focus, without growth. Avoid the error of the wicked. Instead, grow in grace. Grow in the knowledge of Christ. Stand firm and steadfast. Let your life count for His glory.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your Word that inspires growth, discipline and spiritual strength in me. I stand firm in the truth of your Word, steadfast, unshakable in my commitment to you. I increase in grace and in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus. I'm rooted, grounded, and fruitful, living a life that's pleasing to you, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not vain in the Lord.

Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

Colossians 2:6-7 As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, [so] walk ye in him: 7 Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
James 2-3:1-13 & Ezekiel 20-21

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 13:1-11 & 1 Chronicles 19

RHAPSODY OF REALISTIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

TUESDAY, 18TH NOVEMBER

THEME: TRAVAILING DEEPLY IN PRAYER FOR SOULS

THEME SCRIPTURE: But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: in whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them (2 Corinthians 4:3-4).

One of the most powerful lessons I’ve learnt in soul winning is the value of persistence in prayer. When you’re interceding for someone’s salvation, you move into deep travail, wailing in the Spirit. You already said before entering your place of prayer, “Today’s prayer is deep travail” because you know the worth of a soul.

When the Lord Jesus spoke of the man who found one pearl of great price, He said the man sold all he had to obtain it (Matthew 13:45-46). That’s what a soul means to God, and that’s what we understand as soul winners that make us groan in prayer and keep pressing until a soul is won and established in the Kingdom.

When you intercede like this, you continue in the Spirit until there’s a release. The love of Christ compels you. You’re not praying out of selfish interest. You’re not crying in prayer over someone you want to marry or do business with; it’s strictly for their salvation. You’re driven by love and the Spirit’s burden for a life that must be transformed, a soul that must be won for Christ.

Read our opening scripture again; it lets you know that in the place of intercession, you pray passionately that the light of the glorious gospel of Christ shines in the hearts of those who haven’t yet known the Lord, prevailing over darkness, religion and deception.

You don’t stop; you declare that every resistance in their hearts to the Gospel is broken, they’re delivered from Satan’s dominion, and as they hear the message, their hearts are open to receive it for their salvation. Hallelujah!

Remember, “…The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working]” (James 5:16 AMPC). Your heartfelt intercessory prayers will make the required power available for their salvation.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for counting me faithful and committing to me the ministry of reconciliation. I’m stirred and compelled by your love to intercede for the lost, praying with passion and divine urgency. And as I do, they’re delivered from darkness into light, and from the power of Satan unto God. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Colossians 4:12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God.

Galatians 4:19 My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you,

Ephesians 3:14-19 For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, [15] Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, [16] That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; [17] That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, [18] May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; [19] And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
James 1 & Ezekiel 17-19

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 12:42-50 & 1 Chronicles 18

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

MONDAY, 17TH NOVEMBER

THEME: THE IMMENSE VALUE OF A SOUL

THEME SCRIPTURE: Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it (Matthew 13:45-46).

The Lord Jesus likened the Kingdom of heaven to a merchant seeking precious pearls. And when he found one pearl of great price, he sold everything he had to purchase it. This shows us the immense value God places on a single soul. Every soul matters deeply to God, for they’re worth the life of Jesus Christ.

You're not just reaching people to grow your church, fellowship or cell group; we’re not merely adding numbers; we’re going after treasures. That one person you prayed for, followed up, encouraged and refused to give up on, even when they seemed disinterested or resistant to the message, is seen by heaven as a pearl of great price.

Many years ago, I was just a young teenager, about 13 years old, curious, distracted, and unsure of many things. But there was a gentleman who wouldn't give up on me. He kept following me up, reaching out, helping me stay focused, serving the Lord. He was one person God used to help me get steady in the things of God. But for his persistence, I might never have stepped into ministry.

That's what your intercession and follow-up can do for someone. That's what your consistent prayers of intercession can achieve. When you lead someone to Christ or help stabilize a new Christian, you may be impacting generations and rescuing a destiny. So, never underestimate the worth of one soul.

Recall the teaching of the Master when He talked about the lost sheep. He said there’s exceeding joy in heaven over one sinner that repents than over ninety-nine just persons that need no repentance (Luke 15:7). That one person you're praying for, calling, visiting, and encouraging is not just another face, but heaven’s delight; a pearl of inestimable value. And the Lord Jesus says it's worth giving everything to win that one.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the value you’ve placed on every soul. I see through your eyes and reach out to others with the same love and tenacity with which you reached out to the world. I recognise that every soul is a pearl of great price, and I’m inspired to go after them with passion and grace, and in the power of the Spirit. Thank you for making me a soul winner, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Luke 15:4-7 What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? 5 And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost. 7 I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance.

John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, bcc fut have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

2 Timothy 2:8-10 Remember that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the dead according to my gospel: 9 Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, even unto bonds; but the word of God is not bound. 10 Therefore I endure all things for the elect's sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 13 & Ezekiel 16

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 12:30-41 & 1 Chronicles 17

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SUNDAY, 16TH NOVEMBER

THEME: THE KINGDOM, THE FIELD, AND THE SEED

THEME SCRIPTURE: Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field (Matthew 13:24).

The Lord Jesus, in His remarkable teachings about the Kingdom, used parables to unveil profound truths. One of such examples is the parable of the wheat and tares in Matthew 13. He said, "...the kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field" (Matthew 13:24). That "man" is the Lord Himself, while the "good seed" represents the children of the Kingdom. The "field," as He later explained, is the world.

This is extraordinary. The Lord sowed good seed, not in someone else's field, but in His own field. That tells you the world is His field and part of His Kingdom. It belongs to Him. No matter what we see in the world today, no matter how polluted it appears, the field still belongs to Jesus.

The Bible says while men slept, the enemy came and sowed tares in the field. Tares are the children of the wicked one. The Lord Jesus explained clearly that the enemy who sowed these tares is the devil. So we understand why both good and evil are seen operating side-by-side in the world and even in places associated with God's work.

In verse 30, while still explaining the same parable, the Master said, “Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares, and bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the wheat into my barn.” That harvest is the end of the world, and the reapers are the angels. At the appointed time, the tares will be gathered and burned, but the wheat, the righteous, will be gathered into His barn. Glory to God. This is so comforting.

We're the good seed, the children of the Kingdom, planted in the field of the world for a purpose. That's why we can stand boldly anywhere and declare, "We own the world,” because it belongs to our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, and we’re His heirs. We’re in charge and in control; we're here to shine and bear fruits of righteousness. No matter what opposition or darkness there is, remember this: the field is His and He planted you in it. So, shine as a light, reign as a king, and bring in the harvest. Hallelujah!

CONFESSION
I shine as a light and bear fruits of righteousness. I dominate and prevail over the works of darkness because I’m the seed of Christ. Thank you, Lord, for making me a vessel of glory and impact in this generation, winning souls and bringing many into the Kingdom. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Matthew 13:24-30, 38-40; 1 Corinthians 10:26

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 12:14-29 & Ezekiel 13-15

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 12:20-29 & 1 Chronicles 16

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SATURDAY, 15TH NOVEMBER

THEME: OUR MAGNUM OPUS

THEME SCRIPTURE:: Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work (John 4:34).

The divine assignment God has entrusted to us is to bring salvation to the nations, expand His kingdom, and complete the work that the Lord Jesus started. The Bible says, “...he shall see his seed, he shall prolong his days, and the pleasure of the LORD shall prosper in his hand” (Isaiah 53:10). In Mark 16:15, He said, “… Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” This is our magnum opus—the grandest work of all history.

Others before us began it, but we’ve been called to complete it. This generation has been chosen for the grand finale, and we will prevail. Hallelujah! We’re the most equipped generation in the history of the Church. We’ve been blessed beyond measure. We’ve received knowledge, insight, platforms, resources, and divine connections. We’ve been given all the grace necessary. There are no excuses. We have the message. We have the mandate. And we have the means.

When you set long-term goals for career, travel, or personal success, make sure to consider setting your personal targets for the full preaching of the Gospel. The Master did. He said, “...My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work” (John 4:34). His focus was on completing His divine mission.

The Lord gave us a clear vision; He said, “…this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come” (Matthew 24:14). And we’re the ones to preach it. We’ve been graced and empowered to do it, and we will not falter. The Gospel is penetrating every nation, every city, and every community.

Give more of your time, energy and resources into the Gospel. Dedicate yourself wholeheartedly, knowing that your labour of love is yielding eternal harvest. Stay committed; intercede for sinners, persevere in love, and let your financial involvement continue to bear lasting fruits for the Kingdom. We’re in the final stretch. Stay fervent. Stay yielded to the Spirit. The Gospel will cover the earth as the Lord has said. Hallelujah!

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for counting me faithful and making me a partner in the end-time mandate of completing the full preaching of the Gospel in the nations of the world. The Gospel prevails through me; and I thank you for your grace, wisdom and divine strategies being employed by the Church to finish the great work you started, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
John 4:34-37 Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work. 35 Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest. 36 And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth and he that reapeth may rejoice together. 37 And herein is that saying true, One soweth, and another reapeth.

Romans 15:18-19 For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ hath not wrought by me, to make the Gentiles obedient, by word and deed, 19 Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ.

Mark 16:15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 12:1-13 & Ezekiel 11-12

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 12:12-19 & 1 Chronicles 15

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH

THEME: EMPOWERED TO CHANGE OUR WORLD

THEME SCRIPTURE: And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high (Luke 24:49).

The Lord Jesus spent about three years with His disciples before His death, burial and resurrection. During the period, they learnt from Him, walked with Him, watched His miracles, heard His message, and received direct impartations from Him. They had a message, they had the calling, and they had been trained.

Yet, before they could take a step into ministry, He gave them this vital instruction: “And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high” (Luke 24:49). In other words, even though they were ready in every other sense, they needed one more thing: the promise of my Father.

That promise was the Holy Spirit, and without Him, their efforts wouldn’t produce divine results. But with Him, they would be effective. And that’s exactly what happened. Luke, in Acts 2:14-41, describes how the same Peter who had once denied Jesus (Luke 22:61-62) stood up boldly on the day of Pentecost and delivered a powerful message that transformed three thousand lives: "But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them..." (Acts 2:14).

He didn’t stop there. In Acts 4:4, after he and John healed a lame man, he preached boldly again and the Bible says, "...many of them which heard the word believed; and the number of the men was about five thousand." That’s effectiveness. That’s divine speed. Through the Holy Spirit, Peter’s outreach expanded rapidly, resulting in thousands being saved within a very short time.

Today, we have the same Holy Spirit, and the results are the same. He’s made us effective witnesses. We’re not trying to get into that place of power; we’ve already been endued with power (Acts 1:8 ). We’ve been empowered to change our world as able ministers of the Gospel (2 Corinthians 3:5-6). We’re making an impact, transforming lives all over the world. We’re functioning exactly as God intended, with power, with dominion, and with undeniable results.

We’re moving with the speed of the Spirit, for the Bible says, “A quick work will the Lord do, and cut it short in righteousness” (Romans 9:28). This is not by might, nor by human power, but by the Spirit of the living God. It’s God’s wisdom, God’s speed, and God’s ability at work in us. The Gospel is prevailing. The nations are open. The harvest is abundant. And this is all to His glory!

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the Holy Spirit who lives in me and has made me effective in life and ministry. I’m walking in power, wisdom and dominion, producing results that bring you glory, advancing your Kingdom with divine speed, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Acts 2:14-22; Acts 2:37-41; Acts 1:8; 2 Corinthians 3:5-6

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 11:17-40; Ezekiel 8-10

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 12:1-11; 1 Chronicles 14

God abeg o! May their souls rest in peace. This type of news shall not be out portion.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

THURSDAY, 13TH NOVEMBER

THEME: THE CHARACTER OF YOUR INWARD MAN

THEME SCRIPTURE: For I delight in the law of God after the inward man (Romans 7:22).

In Romans 7:22, Paul the apostle uses a striking phrase: “the inward man.” That's the real you. The outward man, clothed in beautiful apparel, is simply the house in which the real person lives. So, when Paul said, "I delight in the law of God after the inward man," he was showing us something deeply spiritual: your inner man is active, aware, and responsive to God.

Everything you are, outwardly, is a reflection of your inner person. In the spirit realm, you don't appear as someone else; no! You look like you. So when you see yourself in the spirit, there's no confusion or disconnect. You'll say, "Yes, that's me!" Your spirit carries your identity.

Someone might ask, "If I'm physically fat, for example, does that mean my spirit is fat?" No, this is not about body mass or the anatomy of the physical body. In the spirit, you don't see a fat or thin person; you simply see you. The real transformation, the one that truly matters, is your inner man. That’s why the emphasis is building your inner man; that’s where the day-to-day renewal takes place: “For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day” (2 Corinthians 4:16).

If you want changes in your life, start from the inside. Many struggle with discipline, for instance, but discipline isn't achieved by external effort alone. It begins in the inward man. Train your spirit, feed it with the Word, and your outward life will align. That’s why we say, “Change the inside first”; change the inner man, and the outward man will follow.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for enlightening me through your Word to recognise my true self, the inward man. I grow in character and strength from within, and my outward life is shaped by the excellence of my spirit, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
2 Corinthians 4:16 AMPC Therefore we do not become discouraged (utterly spiritless, exhausted, and wearied out through fear). Though our outer man is [progressively] decaying and wasting away, yet our inner self is being [progressively] renewed day after day.

1 Peter 3:4 But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.

Ephesians 3:16 That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man;

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 11:1-16 & Ezekiel 5-7

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 11:47-57 & 1 Chronicles 13

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12TH

THEME: THE POWER OF “EPIGNOSIS”

THEME SCRIPTURE: Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord (2 Peter 1:2).

The Apostle Peter addresses those who have obtained like precious faith through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Then he declares, "Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord" (2 Peter 1:2).

But he's not referring to just any kind of knowledge. The Greek word used for knowledge here is “Epignósis,” a specialized knowledge. It refers to the knowledge that comes through relationship and experience. It's knowledge that relates with that object of knowledge or that which is known. You may know something intellectually, but that doesn't mean you relate with it.

“Epignósis” is full, deep, exact knowledge. Think of it like footballers: some of them can control the ball with astonishing mastery. It's as though they've become one with the ball. They've made friends with it. To them, it's no longer just a piece of leather but something that has gained a personality to them.

Contrast that with someone who has general knowledge about the round leather ball. He or she might know the material, size, or structure of the ball. He may even be able to tell you the science behind its design, but he can't control it. He has no mastery of the ball.

Mastery comes by relationship, and “Epignósis” is the knowledge that makes us masters. It unites the knower with that which is known. It comes through meditation on the Word—when the Word becomes personal to you and moves from theory to relationship. This establishes you and causes grace and peace to be multiplied in your life. So, cultivate that relationship with the Word. Let it become more than information. Let it become a living reality; your life will blossom, and you’ll be a wonder to your world.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for bringing me into a deeper and more intimate knowledge of you through your Word. I walk in multiplied grace and peace today, functioning with the precise and full knowledge of your Word. My spirit is established, strengthened and aligned with your perfect will for my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Joshua 1:8 AMPC; This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have good success.

Colossians 1:9-10 KJV; 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;

2 Peter 3:18 KJV; But grow in grace, and [in] the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him [be] glory both now and for ever. Amen.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 10:19-39 & Ezekiel 3-4

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 11:35-46 & 1 Chronicles 12

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH

THEME: MINISTERING BY THE SPIRIT

THEME SCRIPTURE: And he took him aside from the multitude, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spit, and touched his tongue; And looking up to heaven, he sighed, and saith unto him, Ephphatha, that is, Be opened (Mark 7:33-34)

Consider how the Lord ministered healing to the deaf-mute in our opening scripture. When you study the Gospels, you'll notice that He ministered to people in different ways. In Matthew 12:13, when He healed a man with a withered hand, He said to him, "...Stretch forth your hand..." and when the man obeyed, his withered was restored. The Master didn't need to physically touch the man; He only spoke to him.

In some other instances, He used more personal and physical methods to bring healing to people. For example, in Luke 18:42, He told a blind man, "Receive your sight," and his sight was restored. Similarly, in John 9:6-7, the Lord spat on the ground, made clay with the spittle, anointed a man's eyes with it and instructed him to go wash in the Pool of Siloam. Consequently, his sight was restored.

Even though the Lord didn't always minister in the same way to everyone, one thing was constant. He ministered to them by and through the Spirit, despite their unique conditions or cases. It's the same today. He sent us to heal the sick, cast out devils and raise the dead, and we do these by the Spirit.

We know by the Spirit when all we're to do is merely speak words, lay hands, or do something unique or specific as prompted by the same Spirit. In the Healing School, for example, that's what happens. When I step up to minister to someone, oftentimes, I see by the Spirit, a quick vision of what I'm to do, either before I approach the person or right when I'm standing before him or her. This is through the gifts of the Spirit.

It's different from ministering solely through faith. In that case, you may have to preach a message and act your faith together with the individual, and that'd produce healing through your mutual faith. But the key is being in the Spirit; being full of the Spirit: "And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18).

CONFESSION
Thank you, Father, for the ministry of the Holy Spirit in my life; I function by the Spirit. I walk in His visions, promptings and blessings. My spirit is sensitive, and my faith is active. I minister in your Name with boldness and divine direction, bringing healing to the sick and blessings to my world, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Zechariah 4:6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.

1 Corinthians 12:7-11 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. 8 For to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit; 9 To another faith by the same Spirit; to another the gifts of healing by the same Spirit; 10 To another the working of miracles; to another prophecy; to another discerning of spirits; to another [divers] kinds of tongues; to another the interpretation of tongues: 11 But all these worketh that one and the selfsame Spirit, dividing to every man severally as he will.

Romans 8:14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.

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.

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 10:1-18 & Ezekiel 1-2

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 11:24-34 & 1 Chronicles 11

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH

THEME: STRENGTHENED AND ESTABLISHED

THEME SCRIPTURE: For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established (Romans 1:11).

The word "established" in the scripture above is translated from the Greek "sterizo," which means to be made strong or strengthened again. Paul longed to see the Christians in Rome so he could minister to them to be strengthened, spiritually fortified, and grounded.

This same word appears in Acts 15:41, where it says, "And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches." Here, it’s translated as “confirming,” but it’s the same Greek word, “sterizo.” You’d also find it in Acts 16:5 translated as “established”: "And so were the churches established in the faith, and increased in number daily."

When the churches were strengthened, they grew. Establishment in the Word and in the Spirit results in spiritual maturity and church growth. This spiritual strengthening isn't just about an increase in the number of people in the church; it's about the spiritual depth and stability of the members. Paul's impartation was to make them strong, to give them a spiritual advantage.

That's the real “confirmation”; it’s not achieved through religious rituals or recitations, but by the power of the Holy Spirit, through the Word and oftentimes, the laying on of hands. Sometimes, for you to operate at a new and higher level of ministry requires more grace, this kind of strengthening; and you must be positioned to receive it.

James 4:6 says, "But he giveth more grace…." When there's a new challenge, a new assignment, or an expanded vision, what you need is more grace. So, receive it even now, and function at a new and higher level; established, strong and courageous for the work of the Kingdom. Amen.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the impartation of spiritual gifts and the abundance of grace at work in my life. My spirit is strengthened and established by your Word. I receive more grace for every new level, new responsibility, and greater vision. I walk in the fullness of your divine enablement and fulfil my calling gloriously, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
2 Timothy 1:6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.

Acts 14:21-23 And when they had preached the gospel to that city, and had taught many, they returned again to Lystra, and to Iconium, and Antioch, 22 Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God. 23 And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.

James 4:6 But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Ephesians 3:14-16 For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, 16 That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man;

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 9:11-28; Lamentations 3-5

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 11:14-23; 1 Chronicles 10

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SUNDAY, 9TH NOVEMBER

THEME: YOU CAN COUNT ON HIM

THEME SCRIPTURE: Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace: For I am with thee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city (Acts 18:9-10).

As a soul winner, the Lord Himself is your defence. You can count on Him to protect and keep you from harm or evil as you go about witnessing to others about Jesus Christ. Be confident in His ever-present guidance and protection. You’re not alone in this divine assignment. He who sent you is with you, and He speaks to you and through you.

Think about Paul, in Acts 18, after he faced strong opposition from the Jews for preaching that Jesus is Lord, he turned to the Gentiles. The Lord guided Him and he led Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, his entire household, and many of the Corinthians to believe and receive salvation (Acts 18:7-8 ). Then the Bible says, “One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.” So Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and a half, teaching them the word of God” (Acts 18:9-11 NIV).

The Lord didn’t leave Paul hamstrung or in uncertainty. He spoke to him and assured him of His ever-present guidance and protection. This happened in Corinth, a city so significant that Paul later wrote two epistles to the church there. In fact, from Bible study, we understand he even wrote a third letter that isn’t in the canon of Scripture.

But at that crucial moment in Corinth, Paul needed reassurance, and the Lord gave it to him. Emboldened by the Word of the Lord, Paul remained there for a year and six months, teaching the Word of God with boldness and power, raising disciples. And thanks be unto God, the same Spirit is working in, with and through you as you disciple others.

Be conscious of His ministry with, in and through you. He said, “…surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20 NIV). With Him, you’ll navigate oppositions and accomplish your divine assignment gloriously.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your ever-abiding presence and the assurance that I’m never alone. I’m guided by your Spirit, and strengthened to be effective, bold and courageous in soul winning. Thank you for those you’ve appointed and prepared to receive salvation today, as your truth is proclaimed all around the world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Matthew 28:18-20 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. [19] Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [20] Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.

Acts 18:9-11 TLB One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision and told him, “Don’t be afraid! Speak out! Don’t quit! 10 For I am with you and no one can harm you. Many people here in this city belong to me.” 11 So Paul stayed there the next year and a half, teaching the truths of God.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Hebrews 9:1-10 & Lamentations 1-2

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 11:1-13 & 1 Chronicles 9

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH

THEME: YOUR VOCATION—A PLATFORM TO REACH OTHERS

THEME SCRIPTURE: And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ_ (Acts 18:5)

In Acts chapter 18, Luke, by the Spirit, gives us insight into the soul-winning strategy of the Apostle Paul. He arrived in Corinth and met Aquila and Priscilla, Jews who had just relocated from Italy. The Bible says they were tentmakers, and because Paul was of the same trade, he joined them and worked alongside them.

This wasn't a mere coincidence; it was a divine strategy. Paul used his trade as a connection point—he found common ground with them. During the week, he worked. But every Sabbath, he went into the synagogue to reason with the Jews and the Greeks, persuading them concerning Christ. His tent-making served as a bridge into the lives of others, and from there, he introduced them to the Gospel.

Then something significant happened. When Silas and Timothy arrived from Macedonia, Paul was stirred, pressed in the spirit, and immediately began testifying boldly that Jesus was the Christ. The atmosphere had changed. The presence of fellow labourers brought fresh fire and inspiration. The time for reasoning was over.

This shows us the power of spiritual companionship. When you're around others who are fervent in soul winning, it propels you to greater boldness. In the company of soul winners, the Spirit moves you. You receive strength and courage to proclaim the Gospel without fear.

Even Aquila and Priscilla, who initially received Paul as a tentmaker, were so impacted that later, they ministered to Apollos and helped him receive the Holy Ghost. What started as a business relationship became a platform for transformation and ministry.

Recognise that God strategically places you in certain environments for the sake of the Gospel. Be spiritually conscious of this truth and seize every opportunity to testify that Jesus is Lord. Let the excellence of your spirit shine through. You're not just a lawyer, banker, politician, medical doctor, marketer, or athlete; you're a soul winner, sent from God! Your vocation is a platform for you to impact and transform the lives of those in your same line of work.

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for strategically positioning me in my world to impact others with the Gospel. I’m led by the Spirit to recognise and seize opportunities to transform lives, reshape destinies, and reveal your righteousness. The boldness of the Spirit is at work in me today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:
Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.

2 Corinthians 5:19-20 NKJV that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not [a]imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation. 20 Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God.

Acts 18:1-6 After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth; 2 And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome and came unto them. 3 And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers. 4 And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks. 5 And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ. 6 And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean; from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles.

1 - Year Bible Reading Plan
Hebrews 8 & Jeremiah 52

2 -Year Bible Reading Plan
John 10:33-42 & 1 Chronicles 8