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March 2022 edition
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prayers and confessions aloud to yourself daily will ensure
the results of God’s Word that you’re speaking come to
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BELIEVE AND ACT ON TRUTH
And ye shall know the truth, and the
truth shall make you free
(John 8:32).
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diagnosed with tuberculosis came to see
me. He had chest pains and coughed out blood. It
was quite severe. He brought out the documents of
the diagnosis to show me. Then I said to him, “Do you
believe Christ lives in you?” He said, “Yes.” So, I said,
“That means you can’t have tuberculosis, because the
life of Christ in you isn’t susceptible to sickness, disease,
or any form of infection.”
When he went back to the doctors, they confirmed
he was tuberculosis negative. Hallelujah! The man was
totally blown away. But the question is, why do people
succumb to disease? It’s because they don’t know
Jesus; they don’t know the truth. What about those
who have heard the true Gospel about divine health
and yet succumb to sickness or disease? It simply
shows that they don’t truly believe what they heard.
When you believe it, it changes your life!
As read in our theme verse, Jesus said, “And ye
shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you
free.” Jesus never lied to anybody; never! When you
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say, “I have tuberculosis,” for instance, how did you
know? Maybe you felt signs and symptoms such as
coughing for days, coughing up blood or mucus,
chest pain, etc. These made you believe that you have
tuberculosis. But why don’t you also find out what God
says about you? What are the signs of God’s presence
in your life?
Whose report will you believe? God’s or the
medical? The one you believe is the one you’ll respond
to. When you believe in the signs and symptoms of
sickness, you’ll act sick and sickly. But if you act on
God’s Word, a transformation takes place; you’ll
realize that since Christ is in you, you live by the Spirit
and no disease or infirmity can thrive in your body.
Glory to God!
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I’ve received an indestructible life that’s higher than
that of the ordinary man. My new life came from
God’s Word and it’s unsullied; it remains forever,
because the Holy Spirit, who perambulates my body,
inundates it with divine life, ridding me of every
infirmity. The old life that’s subject to sickness has
been supplanted by the life of God. I believe this
truth, and I live by it! Glory to God.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Isaiah 53:1; 1 Peter 1:23 MSG; Romans 8:10-11
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 9:14-32 & Numbers 7-8
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 23:1-10 & Psalm 50-51
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ALL-ROUND PROSPERITY
Beloved, I wish above all things that thou
mayest prosper and be in health, even as
thy soul prospereth (3 John 1:2).
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aspects of your life: the material aspect—which
is material prosperity, the physical aspect—which is your
physical body, and then the spiritual prosperity—which
means the prosperity of your soul. But the prosperity of
your soul is number one. How can your soul prosper?
It’s through the Word. The Bible says, “Let the word of
Christ dwell in you richly…” (Colossians 3:16).
If the Word of God is in you richly, you’ll prosper
spiritually. For example, if you have a lot of money,
it’ll lead you to material prosperity because you can
get the things you want with the money you’ve got. In
the same way, the Bible says you prosper spiritually by
having the Word of Christ dwell in you in abundance.
Meditate on the Word; hear the Word; study the Word;
imbibe the Word. Keep the Word inside you until it
pours out of your mouth in every situation. Let it be in
such abundance that no matter what you encounter in
life, you respond in, with, and by the Word!
There’re Christians who seem to be doing well
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spiritually; they’re prospering in their soul; they’re living
a righteous life, yet they’re sick, and they’re financially
broke. That isn’t God’s will. He wants you to prosper
as your spirit prospers. He wants everything that
concerns you to succeed exceedingly; He wants you
to experience abundant riches and wealth.
He also wants you to live in health. There’s
something better than healing; it’s divine health, where
you don’t get sick! And He says, “More than anything
else, this is what I want for you: that you prosper and
be in health….” That’s God’s plan: a balanced life of
material prosperity, physical prosperity and spiritual
prosperity. Hallelujah!
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I’ve been empowered to excel, succeed and do well
in the totality of my being—spirit, soul and body. In
Christ, I’ve become not just an heir of God, but a joint
heir with Christ. Therefore, I experience abundant
riches, wealth, happiness, peace and fulfilment—to
the glory of God!
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FURTHER STUDY:
Joshua 1:8; 2 Corinthians 9:8 AMPC
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 9:33-50 & Numbers 9-10
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 23:11-21 & Psalm 52-54
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THURSDAY 3
HE HAS A GREAT PLAN FOR YOU
For we are God’s [own] handiwork
(His workmanship), recreated
in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that
we may do those good works
which God predestined (planned
beforehand) for us [taking paths
which He prepared ahead of time],
that we should walk in them [living
the good life which He prearranged
and made ready for us to live]
(Ephesians 2:10 AMPC).
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you don’t know it, you can’t walk in it. He
prearranged a good life for you. That’s what we read
in our theme verse. There’re good things God has
planned for you to do. But you may never do them
until you know that God has such a plan.
This is why the study and meditation on the
Word is very important; it helps you become more
acquainted with His plans and the life He prearranged
for you. And through the ministry of the Holy Spirit who
helps you fulfil God’s plan for your life, you receive
the mysteries and realities of the Kingdom. Hallelujah!
The Word declares, “But you are a chosen race,
a royal priesthood, a dedicated nation, [God’s] own
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purchased, special people, that you may set forth
the wonderful deeds and display the virtues and
perfections of Him Who called you out of darkness
into His marvelous light” (1 Peter 2:9 AMPC). He
chose you for excellence and perfection, to display
His virtues and wondrous works. He chose you to be
the light of the world.
This is extraordinary! I understood this very early
in my life, and I made up my mind to live the life that
Jesus gave me, nothing short of it! That’s our calling;
that’s God’s plan. Why would you want to live any
lower or lesser life? Don’t accept it. This year, you can
be as successful as God has ordained for you to be if
you’d walk by the Word. You were born to manifest the
glory of God and establish His will and righteousness
in the earth.
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Blessed Father, thank you for loving me so lavishly! I
trust you with my life, to lead and guide me in your
perfect will always. I’m yielded to the guidance of
the Holy Spirit to be led in the paths of success,
victory and boundless joy, manifesting your glory
and establishing your will—your righteousness—upon
the earth, winning souls and bringing men out of
darkness into your marvellous light, in Jesus’ Name.
Amen.
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Jeremiah 29:11; John 16:13; Psalm 16:11
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 10:1-31 & Numbers 11-13
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 23:22-35 & Psalm 55
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FRIDAY 4
JOYFUL IN PRAISE
And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed,
and sang praises unto God: and the
prisoners heard them. And suddenly
there was a great earthquake, so that the
foundations of the prison were shaken:
and immediately all the doors were
opened, and every one’s bands were
loosed (Acts 16:25-26).
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Luke tells us an inspiring story of how Paul and
Silas were incarcerated; persecuted for preaching the
Gospel. They were put into the inner prison, in chains;
their feet were fastened in stocks. But something
happened as they began to sing joyfully: there was an
earthquake to bring them out of prison.
Many times, all we do is make requests in prayer.
But there’s power in praising the Lord joyfully. The
Bible says “Rejoice evermore” (1 Thessalonians
5:16). There’ll always be circumstances and situations
that’ll try to get your attention and knock your joy
off. Sometimes, it may be some wave of bad news to
make you sad and angry or some issues on your mind.
Whatever the case, refuse to worry; be joyful in praise
to the Lord.
The Bible says, “Casting the whole of your care
[all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns,
once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you
affectionately and cares about you watchfully” (1
Peter 5:7 AMPC). And then He says, “Be anxious for
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nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication,
with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known
to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all
understanding, will guard your hearts and minds
through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV).
Someone might say, “I only get anxious when
the issues get very serious.” No, Jesus said, “Let not
your heart be troubled. Ye believe in God, believe
also in me” (John 14:1). Yes! Nothing should ever
trouble you. That’s why it’s important to meditate on
the Word of God. Through meditation on the Word,
you’re conditioned to have the right mindset; you can’t
but be joyful!
The Prophet said, “I will greatly rejoice in the
LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God...” (Isaiah
61:10). The psalmist said, “And my soul shall be joyful
in the LORD: it shall rejoice in his salvation” (Psalm
35:9). The Lord Jesus said in Matthew 21:16, “…have ye
never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings
thou hast perfected praise?” Learn to praise the Lord
joyfully always.
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Dear Father, my heart is filled with the joy and
laughter of the Spirit today. The joy of the Lord in
my life is independent of circumstances. It doesn’t
matter what news or event tries to make me unhappy;
I’m always joyful in the Holy Ghost, with whom I’m
ever victorious. Hallelujah!
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FURTHER STUDY:
1 Peter 1:8; Proverbs 17:22 ; Psalm 30:11-12
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 10:32-52 & Numbers 14-15
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 24:1-9 & Psalm 56
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AN EFFECTIVE PRAYER LIFE
Then He spoke a parable to them, that
men always ought to pray and not lose
heart (Luke 18:1 NKJV).
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he Lord Jesus was very prayerful when He
walked the earth. The Bible says, “And in
the morning, rising up a great while before day, he
went out, and departed into a solitary place, and
there prayed” (Mark 1:35). In another instance, Luke
recorded that “…he went out into a mountain to pray,
and continued all night in prayer to God” (Luke 6:12).
He had an effective prayer life, which the Bible enjoins
us to emulate.
He said in Luke 18:1, “...men ought always to
pray, and not to faint.” The Apostle Paul reiterated
the same thing; he said, “Pray without ceasing” (1
Thessalonians 5:17). In 1 Timothy 2:8, he said, “I will
therefore that men pray everywhere, lifting up holy
hands, without wrath and doubting.” This is God’s
admonition to us. We’re to live a life of prayer. How
important this is!
Having an effective prayer life isn’t just so we
could fulfil some religious obligations, no! This is where
a lot of people miss it. First, prayer is a privilege; it’s
a right given to us to communicate with the Father in
faith, through His Word, and by the Holy Ghost. That
opportunity that’s given to us to pray is something the
Father always wants us to seize.
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Secondly, when Jesus said men ought always
to pray and not to faint, He was looking at the
connection that we have with the Father in our
constant communication that builds faith. Faith comes
by hearing the Word (Romans 10:17). Through that
fellowship, we keep hearing the Word because the
Father always speaks; He always talks to us; He always
shares His Word with us.
That’s why Paul taught us to pray, “The grace
of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and
the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all.
Amen” (2 Corinthians 13:14). The word “communion”
is translated from the Greek “Koinonia”, which also
means fellowship. Learn to take time away from
everything else to talk to the Lord in prayer; it’ll bring
an extraordinary transformation into your life that you
never thought possible.
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PRAYER
Dear Father, I thank you for the extraordinary benefit
of an effective prayer life. I take advantage of the
privilege and opportunity of prayer; I pray in the
authority of the Word and its revelation and insight.
Even now, I pray for men everywhere, proclaiming
the favour of God and dominion of righteousness
over the nations and their leaders, in Jesus’ Name.
Amen.
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Ephesians 6:18; John 15:7 & 16
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 11:1-26 & Numbers 16-17
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 24:10-21 & Psalm 57-58
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ANNOUNCE THE GOOD NEWS
Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to
be an apostle, separated unto the gospel
of God, (Which he had promised afore
by his prophets in the holy scriptures,)
Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our
Lord, which was made of the seed
of David according to the flesh; And
declared to be the Son of God with
power, according to the spirit of
holiness, by the resurrection from the
dead (Romans 1:1-4).
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Son of God with power, according to the
Spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead.
He’s alive forevermore! Something else so beautiful
to notice is the actual meaning of the phrase “Son Of
God”; it means God in human flesh. And that’s why
the Jews crucified Jesus because, by their law, Jesus
made Himself equal with God when He said He was
the Son of God.
But He is Himself God; that’s what the Bible
shows. Titus 2:13-14 calls Him “the Great God:”
“Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious
appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus
Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem
us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar
people, zealous of good works.” This is the Jesus that
I tell you about.
In Acts 1, after His resurrection, as He spoke with
His disciples and answered their questions, the Bible
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says, “…while they beheld, he was taken up; and a
cloud received him out of their sight” (Acts 1:9). They
saw Him go up to heaven; He didn’t suddenly vanish;
He levitated before their eyes. Hallelujah! The Bible
says they “...looked steadfastly toward heaven as he
went up…” (Acts 1:10).
That was the most glorious thing to ever happen
in this world: Jesus, not only did He rise from the dead,
but also physically levitated—and they watched Him as
He went up into heaven. Blessed be God! The Bible
says two men appeared in white apparel and said to
the disciples: “Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing
up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up
from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as
ye have seen him go into heaven” (Acts 1:11). This is
the same announcement we must make to the whole
world today.
Tell everyone throughout this world that Jesus was
raised from the dead and that He ascended to heaven.
He’s coming back again! It’s your job to announce this
good news everywhere. Let those around you know
that Jesus is coming back again, and it’s sooner than
they imagine.
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I’m bold and passionate in my intent to preach the
Gospel to all those around me, for I’m the bearer
of the Lord’s glory and righteousness in the world,
the distributor of His mercies and grace. I pray now,
that righteousness is poured forth upon the nations
today, resulting in an avalanche of souls coming into
the Kingdom, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 10:14; Romans 1:16-17
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 11:27-12:1-17 & Numbers 18-19
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 24:22-27 & Psalm 59-60
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THE DOMINION OF HIS NAME
So then after the Lord had spoken
unto them, he was received up into
heaven, and sat on the right hand of
God (Mark 16:19).
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Name of Jesus (Philippians 2:9-10); His Name
has the greatest honour, the greatest authority ever!
Today, if you believe in that Name, happy are you!
It doesn’t matter what might have plagued you; it
doesn’t matter for how long you’ve been under or on
the sidewalk of life; your victory is guaranteed.
Many haven’t understood the power, glory and
dominion of His Name. His Name destroys cancer,
brings health and wholeness to your physical body. His
Name brings you liberty from the bondage of Satan.
Are you in a dilemma or a tempestuous situation? Use
the Name of Jesus. His Name has power in heaven, in
the earth, and under the earth.
No demon can resist the power and dominion of
His Name. His Name is an instrument; it’s a weapon!
It’s guaranteed to produce the result you expect
because when you make a demand in His Name, it’s
as though Jesus Himself were making that demand.
Everything that exists in this world and beyond is
subject to His Name.
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1 John 5:13 reveals something beautiful; it tells us
to believe on the Name of the Son of God. That simply
means to put the Name of Jesus to work! It’s your
access to a life of unending victories, ever-increasing
glory and abundant blessings. Philippians 2:10 says,
“…at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of
things in heaven, and things in earth, and things
under the earth.”
In your life, be unruffled and at peace every day,
irrespective of the adversaries or adversities that you
might face. His Name is your defence and assurance of
victory. Maybe today, some doors seem to have been
shut against you; there’s pressure and tension on every
side; use the Name of Jesus. His Name can be trusted.
Trust and call on that Name today. Glory to God!
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CONFESSION
In the Name of Jesus Christ, I pray for God’s children
around the world who are sick in their bodies. I pass
healing to them; the liberty of Jesus Christ is theirs,
and right now, the feeling of wellness returns to them.
I declare that they’re free by the power of the Holy
Ghost! I pray specially for children; I command the
demons of affliction to depart from them! Divine
healing is raining on God’s people all around the
world today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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Philippians 2:9-11; Luke 10:19; Acts 4:10-12
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 12:18-44 & Numbers 20-21
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 25:1-12 & Psalm 61-64
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his month, the Healing Streams Live Healing
Services with Pastor Chris takes place from
the 18th – 20th, and will be aired live across the
nations of the world, where many will be ushered
into a supernatural atmosphere of faith and the
miraculous.
During the previous editions, phenomenal miracles
of all kinds were recorded from around the world.
This edition is set to be even more glorious and
impactful as many more people around the world
will be inundated with God’s healing power.
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You Can Prepare By
Praying: Pick a prayer slot and ensure you
pray at the set time
Publicizing: Send invites and encourage
others to register
Preparing Places: Organize healing centers in
homes, hospitals, parks and so on
Partnering: You can partner by sponsoring the
live broadcast
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Start preparing for this life-transforming program!
For more information, please visit: https://
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WHAT WE HAVE IN THE WILL
To me, though I am the very least
of all the saints (God’s consecrated
people), this grace (favor, privilege) was
granted and graciously entrusted: to
proclaim to the Gentiles the unending
(boundless, fathomless, incalculable,
and exhaustless) riches of Christ [wealth
which no human being could have
searched out] (Ephesians 3:8 AMPC).
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testament is, there must also of necessity be
the death of the testator.” The word that’s translated
“testament” in that verse is the Greek “diatheljkelj” and
it means the last disposition, the last will. The 17th
verse says, “For a testament is of force after men are
dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the
testator liveth.”
It’s saying that as long as the person who made the
will is alive, the will has no power; it can’t be effected.
But once he’s dead, the will comes into effect. This
is telling us about Jesus, the mediator of the New
Testament (the new will). So, the question is, what’s
in the will that Jesus left for us? What did He assign to
us? What did He give us?
He gave us everything that was His; everything,
including His life! If a man writes in his will and says,
“I’ve given you everything I have,” it’ll be wise to find
out what he had. In our theme verse, Paul the Apostle,
by the revelation of the Spirit, gives a description of
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what he was sent to preach about this last disposition,
which is the description of the wealth of Jesus that
He bequeathed to us—what we have in the will! He
called it “...boundless, fathomless, incalculable, and
exhaustless riches of Christ [wealth which no human
being could have searched out].” How refreshing!
In Colossians 1:12, the Bible says, “Giving thanks
unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be
partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light.”
Thus, the Father has qualified us to be partakers of the
riches of Christ.
How do you walk in it? It’s through the Word. As
you study and meditate on the Word, not only will
you discover your inheritance in Christ, you’ll also
begin to relate with and enjoy all that God has made
available to you in Christ Jesus. Acts 20:32 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.” Glory to God!
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I’ve been granted unrestricted access to the
unending, boundless, fathomless, incalculable and
exhaustless riches of Christ, wealth which no human
being could have searched out. Poverty isn’t a part of
my life, for I’m an heir of God; therefore, the silver
is mine, and the gold is mine; the world belongs to
me. Glory to God!
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2 Peter 1:3; 1 Corinthians 3:21-22 CEV; Romans 8:16-17
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 13:1-37 & Numbers 22-23
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 25:13-27 & Psalm 65-66
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THE FINAL VERDICT
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).
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he coming of Jesus Christ is close, very close;
therefore, prepare your life. Prepare to meet
the Lord. Don’t be taken by surprise. No matter
what you do, whether you’re a politician, a soldier,
a policeman, a Judge, a lawyer, a student; it doesn’t
matter; everyone can believe in Jesus and everyone
should. There’s no other way for men to receive
salvation, learn of, and understand the righteousness
of God, outside of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
As read in our theme verse, Jesus said, “...I am the
way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the
Father, but by me.” He didn’t talk about religion in that
scripture. It’s about how you can get to God; Jesus is
the way—the only way. Also, He’s the life; which means
anyone living outside Jesus is living a mere biological
life; not a real life.
The apostles understood this; therefore, when
they went preaching, they said, “Neither is there
salvation in any other: for there is none other name
under heaven given among men, whereby we must be
saved” (Acts 4:12). That’s the final verdict. Wherever
you are in this great world today, understand that
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there’s no salvation in any other. If you’re reading this
and you haven’t made Jesus the Lord of your life, I
call upon you now to believe in Jesus Christ with all
your heart. Turn to the Prayer of Salvation at the back
of this devotional and pray that prayer, and receive
salvation for your soul.
For you that are born again, this is the time
to preach the Gospel like never before. Preach it
everywhere and to everyone in your world: your street,
place of work or business, your city, your nation, and
the nations of the world. The Lord is counting on you.
He said in Mark 16:15, “…Go ye into all the world,
and preach the gospel to every creature.” Don’t hold
back; preach it everywhere.
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Father, thank you for calling me into the ministry
of reconciliation. Thank you for the supernatural
enablement to transform the lives of those around
me and beyond with the Gospel. And now, in the
Name of the Lord Jesus, I pray for everyone who’ll
receive salvation today; let the Name of the Lord
Jesus be named upon them from this day. Satan has
no claims over them anymore. I bless them with your
Word, with your grace, with your love, and with the
Holy Ghost. Amen.
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Mark 16:15 NKJV; 2 Corinthians 5:18-19
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 14:1-26 & Numbers 24-26
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 26:1-11 & Psalm 67-68
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NOT SUBJECT TO DEATH
Behold, I shew you a mystery; We
shall not all sleep, but we shall all be
changed (1 Corinthians 15:51).
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many for so long. It says, “And as it is
appointed unto men once to die, but after this the
judgment.” For many people, this means “We must all
die someday; everyone has an appointed time to die.”
But no; they’re wrong. It’s not true that everybody has
to die. The Bible doesn’t say “it’s appointed to men
to die.” There’s a difference between “it is appointed
unto men to die” and “…as it is appointed unto men
once to die….”
In the latter, the argument is on how many times
they should die, not that they must die. It can be
rewritten as “Because they’re not supposed to die
more than once….” That is, Christ was the sacrifice,
and because they’re not supposed to die more than
once, Christ, therefore, was offered to die once and for
all. Now that He has died, it means death is no longer
compulsory. That’s the meaning of that scripture, not
that men have an appointed date with death.
Death isn’t from God; it’s an enemy, and it has
been defeated, awaiting destruction: “For he must
reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.
The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death” (1
Corinthians 15:25-26). “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
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But is now made manifest by the appearing of our
Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and
hath brought life and immortality to light through the
gospel” (2 Timothy 1:9-10). When you’re born again,
you’re born into life and immortality—“deathlessness”!
Now you can understand why our theme verse
says, “...We shall not all sleep...”; meaning that we
shall not all die. It’s telling us everybody isn’t going to
die. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 says when Jesus comes
back, the dead in Christ (Christians who had died) shall
rise first, and then it says, “...we which are alive and
remain shall be caught up together with them in the
clouds….” That means everybody didn’t die!
You’re not subject to death. Eternal life—the Godlife, the very essence of divinity—was imparted to your
spirit when you received Christ. The Scriptures declare
that if you have the Son of God, you have that life. But
you must have the knowledge of it and live every day
with the consciousness of this reality, a consciousness
of life, not death. Praise God!
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I’ve been brought from humanity to eternity, for
the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made
me free from death and the law of sin. In my path,
there’s no death! I walk only in the path of life. I’m
death-free, whether it’s death in finances, business,
job, health, it makes no difference. I’m forever off
death’s limits! Hallelujah!
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FURTHER STUDY:
1 John 3:14; 1 Corinthians 15:51-57
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 14:27-52 & Numbers 27-28
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 26:12-23 & Psalm 69-70
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THE REIGN OF DEATH IS OVER
FRIDAY
Nevertheless death reigned from Adam
to Moses, even over them that had not
sinned after the similitude of Adam’s
transgression, who is the figure of him
that was to come (Romans 5:14).
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atan became the god of this world because
he got it from Adam who lost out through
disobedience, resulting significantly in the reign of
death. Remember, God had said to Adam, “…in the
day that thou eatest thereof (the tree) thou shalt surely
die” (Genesis 2:17). He was talking about spiritual
death; spiritual death is the cause of physical death.
So, our theme verse says, “Nevertheless death reigned
from Adam to Moses (the Law of Moses)….”
But who had the power of death? The Bible says,
“Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh
and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the
same; that through death he might destroy him that
had the power of death, that is, the devil” (Hebrews
2:14). Satan was actually behind this reign of death.
Now, here’s something very interesting that I want you
to notice: the reign of death ended at the emergence
of the Law of Moses, for the reign of death was from
Adam to Moses (Romans 5:14).
Now, Hebrews 2:14-15 declares, “Forasmuch
then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood,
he also himself likewise took part of the same; that
through death he might destroy him that had the
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power of death, that is, the devil; And deliver them
who through fear of death were all their lifetime
subject to bondage.” They were in bondage, not
because death was destroying them, but because they
were afraid; the fear of death kept them in bondage,
whereas, death stopped reigning at the Law. This
means that through the Law that was based on the
Abrahamic covenant, any man could have power over
death, but they didn’t know it; all their lifetime, they
were subject to bondage, because of the fear of death.
Think how many people are afraid today! The fear
of death keeps people in bondage. But Jesus Christ
came to set men free from the fear of death. The Bible
says, “Knowing that Christ being raised from the dead
dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over
him” (Romans 6:9). Christ is Jesus and His body—the
Church! The head and the body form Christ. If death
has no more dominion over the head, it doesn’t have
dominion over any other part of the body; death
has no power over you. The Bible says you’ve been
brought into life and immortality (2 Timothy 1:10).
Glory to God!
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I’m fearless, for death has been paralyzed, completely
defeated by Jesus! O death, where is your sting? O
grave, where is your victory? When Jesus defeated
death, I was in Him, and together with Him, I’ve
triumphed over death and the grave! Hallelujah!
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FURTHER STUDY:
1 Corinthians 15:51-57 AMPC; 2 Peter 1:2-4
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 14:53-72 & Numbers 29-31
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 26:24-32 & Psalm 71-72
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YOUR MISSION AND MINISTRY
SATURDAY
And the disciples went everywhere
preaching, the Master working right
with them, validating the Message with
indisputable evidence
(Mark 16:20 MSG).
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esus knew He had a mission and a ministry in
the earth. He was to establish the Kingdom of
God in the earth with principles to live by, God’s ways
of doing things, a new language, and a new mentality.
Today, we’re a nation, a Kingdom of priests with a
mission and ministry in the earth.
Thanks be unto God, we heeded the call when
He said, “…as my Father hath sent me, even so send
I you” (John 20:21). We’re fulfilling His mandate,
the continuation of the ministry of Jesus to set up a
kingdom not made by hands—the Kingdom of Heaven
in the earth.
To have a better grasp and understanding of this
truth, let’s take a look at how Luke, who wrote the
gospel of Luke and the book of Acts, concluded: “And
he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted
up his hands, and blessed them. And it came to pass,
while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and
carried up into heaven. And they worshipped him,
and returned to Jerusalem with great joy: And were
continually in the temple, praising and blessing God.
Amen” (Luke 24:50-53). How touching this is!
Mark in his account first reiterated what Luke
said: “So then after the Lord had spoken unto them,
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he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right
hand of God” (Mark 16:19). In addition, he recounted
what the apostles did next in the 20th verse: “And
they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord
working with them, and confirming the word with
signs following. Amen” (Mark 16:20). They went and
preached everywhere! That’s what we’re doing today
as well. Don’t be left out.
Preach the Gospel with passion. Recall what the
Lord charged us to do: “Heal the sick, cleanse the
lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely you have
received, freely give” (Matthew 10:8). He has given
us both the power and authority to do mighty works
in His Name and demonstrate the character of the
Spirit to our world.
Therefore, take your place in the ministry of the
Gospel. Never lose focus of the Master’s calling on
your life. This is your mission and ministry in the earth.
Serve Him selflessly with undying passion.
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Dear Father, I thank you for the furtherance of the
glorious Gospel of Christ through us today. I remain
passionate about preaching the Gospel, knowing that
the Lord Himself is working with, in, and through
me. I’m committed to the spread of the Gospel
around the world, as many are brought out of sin
into righteousness, and into the glorious liberty of
the sons of God, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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Matthew 28:18-20; 1 Corinthians 9:16-17
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 15:1-20 & Numbers 32-33
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 27:1-8 & Psalm 73
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THE AFFIRMATION OF HIS LORDSHIP
SUNDAY
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).
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here’re many today who, though have heard
about Jesus and believed in Him, have never
consciously affirmed His Lordship over their lives;
consequently, they’re not saved. Believing isn’t
enough; the Bible says even the devils believe and
tremble: “Thou believest that there is one God; thou
doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. But
wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works
is dead?” (James 2:19-20).
There’s a Bible way to receive salvation. Romans
10:9-10 says, “That if thou shalt confess with thy
mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine
heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou
shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth
unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession
is made unto salvation.” That’s it! It’s the affirmation
of the Lordship of Jesus that catapults the sinner into
salvation.
In your evangelical work, take the time to help
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those who are yet to understand this and explain it to
them. Salvation is free and has been made possible
and available to all men by Jesus Christ, but it only
becomes a vital experience in the life of those who
confess the Lordship of Jesus over their lives.
It brings to mind what John said in John 1:12: “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.” Hallelujah! You received Christ into your
heart by the affirmation of faith. When you made that
declaration according to Romans 10:9-10, Christ took
up His abode in you; you became a new creation—a
bona fide son or daughter of God—with His life and
nature in your spirit. No wonder he says in 1 John
3:1, “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath
bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons
of God….” Glory to God!
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CONFESSION
Jesus fulfilled the righteous demands of justice that
consummated salvation for all mankind. Therefore,
I pray for sinners around the world today, that their
hearts be open to the understanding of the Gospel to
confess their faith in Jesus Christ, believing in their
hearts that God raised Him from the dead. And as
they do, they’re ushered into the new life in Christ,
in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 10:8--13 AMPC; John 3:5-7
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 15:21-47 & Numbers 34-36
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 27:9-20 & Psalm 74
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MONDAY
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RULED BY LOVE
Whereby are given unto us
exceeding great and precious
promises: that by these ye might
be partakers of the divine nature,
having escaped the corruption that
is in the world through lust
(2 Peter 1:4).
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here’re things that can affect a Christian; these
aren’t viruses, sicknesses or diseases, because
Jesus stated unequivocally that NOTHING shall by any
means hurt you (Luke 10:19). But the things that are
dangerous to a Christian are anger, bitterness, fear,
unbelief, etc. He doesn’t want such negative things
in your heart. He said in Hebrews 12:15, “Looking
diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest
any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and
thereby many be defiled.”
The Christian is a partaker of the divine nature; he
has the life and nature of God, the nature of love and
righteousness. This is what makes it a great concern
when you find Christians who don’t walk in love. In
Luke 6:27, Jesus said, “But I say unto you which hear,
Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you.”
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In the 35th verse He reiterated the same thing: “But
love ye your enemies, and do good…” (Luke 6:35).
Hallelujah! Love triumphs. Love rules.
When you walk in love, you’re a master. He
said, “Bless them that curse you, and pray for them
which despitefully use you” (Luke 6:28). It doesn’t
matter what they say about you or against you; you’re
unruffled, because you’re ruled by love. You remain
gracious, kind and loving, like your heavenly Father.
Hallelujah!
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Dear Father, thank you for your liquid and everlasting
love poured out on us. Now, you’ve imparted to me
your character of love to bless and impact my world
with; your love reigns and rules in my heart today
and always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 13:10; 1 John 4:7-8; 1 John 4:19-21
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 16:1-20 & Deuteronomy 1-2
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 27:21-31 & Psalm 75-77
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hen we pray, God answers! Miracles
happen; global changes take place; destinies
are perfected and lives are transformed.
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TOGETHER AS ONE
But God, who is rich in mercy, for
his great love wherewith he loved us,
Even when we were dead in sins, hath
quickened us together with Christ, (by
grace ye are saved;) And hath raised us
up together, and made us sit together
in heavenly places in Christ Jesus
(Ephesians 2:4-6).
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od wants us to catch this message and take
it to the ends of the earth. He says, you that
were dead in trespasses and sin, has He quickened,
that is, made alive together with Christ. In other words,
when Jesus was on the Cross, we were united with Him
in His death. He died as “us” on the Cross. He was
“us” on the Cross. When He was crucified, we were
crucified in Him. When He died, we died. Hallelujah!
When He was buried, we were buried with Him.
When God raised Him back to life, we were raised
back to life. We’ve been raised up together and made
to sit together with Him in heavenly places. He has
become the head of the body; together, we’re now
Christ, because we died in Him, were buried in Him,
and were raised back to life in Him. Now we’re one
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with Him!
The Bible says, “But he that is joined unto the
Lord is one spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:17). We’re jointheirs with Him (Romans 8:17). We’re together as one.
Hallelujah! Ephesians 1:22-23 says, “And hath put all
things under his feet, and gave him to be the head
over all things to the church, Which is his body, the
fulness of him that filleth all in all.”
He’s the one who fills everything (Ephesians 4:10),
yet His fullness is the Church, which is His body. We’re
His completeness, and we’re complete in Him: “For in
him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.
And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all
principality and power” (Colossians 2:9-10). Praise
God!
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I’ve been baptized into the body of Christ, brought
into union with divinity. When Christ was raised from
the dead, I was raised up together with Him. Now that
He’s seated on the throne, I’m seated together with
Him in the place of dominion, glory and authority.
Blessed be God!
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FURTHER STUDY:
1 Corinthians 12:27; Colossians 1:18; Ephesians 5:29-30
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 1:1-25 & Deuteronomy 3-4
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 27:32-44 & Psalm 78
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WEDNESDAY 16
HIS WORKS AND HIS NAMES
And God spake unto Moses, and said
unto him, I am the Lord: And I appeared
unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto
Jacob, by the name of God Almighty,
but by my name JEHOVAH was I not
known to them (Exodus 6:2-3).
...for you have made your word
[even] greaterthan the whole of your
reputation (Psalm 138:2 CJB).
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His Names. He introduced Himself to Moses
as Jehovah. That revelation of Him was what Moses
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of Pharaoh, a wicked tyrant. Jehovah is the Latinian
and anglicised version of the Hebrew Tetragrammaton
YHWH.
Let’s have a quick review of seven Jehovah names
revealed to Israel on different occasions. When the
children of Israel got to Marah, as they journeyed
through the wilderness, the water of Marah was bitter.
Through Moses, God sweetened the water for them to
drink and said, “I’ll bless your bread and your water.
I will not put on you any of the diseases that I put on
the Egyptians, because I am Jehovah Rapha—the God
that heals you” (Exodus 23:25; 15:26).
As they journeyed on, Amalek came out against
them and with God’s help, Joshua completely
discomfited Amalek. In celebrating the victory, Moses
bows before the Lord and says, “Jehovah Nisi: the Lord
our banner” (Exodus 17:13-15). Hallelujah.
Their journey continued, and God said to the
children of Israel, “In all your great victories, you must
remember me and worship me. Then I will continue
to show that there’s a difference between those who
serve me and those who don’t, because I am Jehovah
Mekadishcum—the Lord that sanctifies” (Exodus 31:13;
Leviticus 20:8).
Then we come to Gideon; he’s working in the
fields, and suddenly, an angel appears and says, “Hello
Gideon, Mighty man of valour, the Lord is with you”
(Judges 6:12). The Angel ministers to Gideon and
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Gideon is strengthened and bows his knees, builds an
altar and says, “Jehovah Shalom”: the Lord is peace.
Years later, God comes into the camp of Israel and
says, “Amalek is at it again”; and He says to Saul who
was King at the time, “I want you to completely destroy
Amalek because I swore that I would fight with Amalek
in every generation.” Then God says, “I am Jehovah
Saboath; the Lord of Host”; He’s the God of war.
Years later, He speaks to the Prophet Jeremiah
who was always weeping in intercession for God’s
people. He prophesies the name by which God
shall be known as Jehovah Tsidkenu: “the Lord our
righteousness” (Jeremiah 23:6; 33:16). Ezekiel the
prophet reveals another name describing His millennial
reign and presence in Jerusalem when His kingdom
is established: “Jehovah Shamah”: the Lord is present.
This last revelation for the Old Testament folks
ushered in “Emmanuel”—God with us, in the birth of
Christ, as revealed by the Prophet Isaiah. The Bible
says the Word became flesh and dwelt amongst us
and He was given the name “Jesus”! That’s the greatest
of all. All the previous revelations of the names of
the Father were names of reputation, above which
the Word—the living Word—Jesus is magnified: “I
will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy
name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for
thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name”
(Psalm 138:2).
Everything in heaven, the earth, and under the
earth responds to the Name of Jesus; that’s the Name
of the God-head; the Name that’s above every name
(Philippians 2:9-11). Blessed be God!
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What a blessing it is to know that God has given us
the name that is above every name to live by—the
Name of Jesus! I live in, and by the power of that
Name, expressing your righteousness, walking in
victory and in glory. I’m a success, because the Name
of Jesus is named upon me. Hallelujah!
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FURTHER STUDY:
Philippians 2:9-11 AMPC; Psalm 138:2 AMPC
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 1:26-56 & Deuteronomy 5-7
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 28:1-10 & Psalm 79-80
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CHRIST—YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS
THURSDAY
But of him are ye in Christ Jesus,
who of God is made unto us
wisdom, and righteousness, and
sanctification, and redemption
(1 Corinthians 1:30).
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hat we just read is one of the most powerful
truths revealed to us in the Word of God.
It’s so huge: Christ has been made our righteousness.
Your righteousness is the righteousness of Jesus Christ;
you didn’t earn it; you were born with it when you
were born into Christ.
Something powerful that the righteousness of
God does in and for you is that it makes you a master.
Righteousness-consciousness gives you dominion
in life and over circumstances. The Prophet Isaiah
revealed this when he said in Isaiah 54:17, “No weapon
that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every
tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou
shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants
of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith
the LORD.”
Your righteousness is of the Lord. This is what
Paul referred to in Philippians 3:9 when he said, “And
be found in him, not having my own righteousness,
which is of the law, but that which is through the
faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by
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faith.” Hallelujah!
Every so often, boldly declare, “Christ is my
righteousness!” Never allow Satan to deceive you
into believing you’re not righteous enough for God’s
blessings. You’re as righteous as Jesus is righteous
since He is your righteousness. It’s His righteousness
that matters, and that’s what you have.
Thank God for the righteousness of Jesus Christ:
God’s blessing and gift to all men! Romans 5:17
declares, “For if by one man’s offense 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).” You’ve been justified freely
in Christ Jesus (Romans 3:24), with His life and nature
of righteousness in your spirit. Now, you can boldly
fellowship with God in love without a sense of guilt,
condemnation or inferiority! Hallelujah!
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Blessed be God! I’ve been justified freely in Christ
Jesus, with His life and nature of righteousness in my
spirit. Thank you, Father, for the vicarious sacrifice of
Jesus Christ through which I’ve been made righteous.
Through the gift of righteousness that I’ve received,
I walk in dominion and reign over circumstances, in
Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 3:27-28; Romans 4:1-8; Titus 3:4-5; Ephesians 2:4-5
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 1:57-80 & Deuteronomy 8-10
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 28:11-20 & Psalm 81-82
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FRIDAY
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SICKNESS ISN’T NORMAL
Beloved, I wish above all things
that thou mayest prosper and be in
health, even as thy soul prospereth
(3 John 1:2).
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ministers of the Gospel who are working hard
for the Lord but at the same time struggling with some
ailments, some kind of pain or sickness in their bodies.
Some say it’s “normal” to get sick, citing the Prophet
Elisha who died sick (2 Kings 13:14).
They also reference Epaphroditus that worked
with Paul who, in his fervor to serve the Lord, became
seriously ill and almost died (Philippians 2:30). Thus,
to many, sickness is normal. But no, it’s not! First, the
Bible never told us to model or pattern our lives after
Elisha or Epaphroditus! Jesus is our example— the One
we’re to emulate—and the Bible says as He is, so are
we in this world (1 John 4:17). He was never sick and
couldn’t be. He gave us the power to heal sicknesses
and cure diseases.
Paul, in 1 Corinthians 11:1 said, “Be ye followers
of me, even as I also am of Christ.” There’s no record
that Paul or the apostles were ever sick. Rather, they
healed the sick. Read about Paul and Peter in the Book
of Acts: Acts 19:11-12 & Acts 5:15-16.
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Follow God’s Word. Model your life after the
Word, after Christ, and learn from His great Apostles
of faith. They were masters over the elements of this
world. They spoke to all manner of sicknesses, diseases,
and infirmities; they cast out devils who inflicted these
pains on the people. That’s the life we have in Christ.
Refuse to be sick. Stick to the Word of faith that
stirs you up in the things of God and in the way of the
Spirit. Meditate on the truths of God’s Word. 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 has already
happened now that Christ lives in you. Therefore, arm
yourself with this insight and dominate sickness and
disease. Rule over the depravities and negativities of
this world and their corrupting influences. Hallelujah!
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The truth of God is revealed in my spirit and I’m
walking accordingly. The Spirit of Him that raised
up Jesus from the dead dwells in me, and He has
vitalized me through and through! He’s the life
and health of my physical body, and the Lord’s
righteousness is revealed in my body. Hallelujah!
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FURTHER STUDY:
Matthew 9:35; Mark 3:14-15; 3 John 1:2; Revelation 22:2
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 2:1-20 & Deuteronomy 11-12
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 28:21-31 & Psalm 83-84
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SATURDAY 19
HAVE THE CONSCIOUSNESS OF
THE GOD-LIFE
And the inhabitant shall not say,
I am sick: the people that dwell
therein shall be forgiven their
iniquity (Isaiah 33:24).
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got a hold of the message of eternal life early in
life, believed it, and went on to preach and teach
how to live this life to the full—above sickness, disease
and infirmities. At those early stages, I could still be
rushed to the hospital, sick. On a certain occasion, I
spent about ten days in the hospital, but I refused to
give up because of the truth of this message.
I believe in the life of Christ in me and the
supremacy and superiority of that life over Satan,
disease, infirmity and death. Therefore, I maintained
my confessions of the divine life in me, and Satan was
never going to get me to change my testimony. The
Apostle John, writing to the Church, said, “These things
have I written unto you that believe on the name of
the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal
life…” (1 John 5:13).
Why did he emphasize eternal life as our presenthour reality? Why is it so important that we have and
live with the consciousness that we have the God-life
now? It’s because of the impact and implication of that
God-life in and for the one who has it.
No disease or infirmity should thrive in your body,
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because you have eternal life. No matter how you feel,
maintain your confession. Declare, “I have eternal life!
Therefore, in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I refuse
to accommodate any kind of pain, sickness, disease
or infirmity. I’m impregnable to sickness. Eternal life
works in me!”
Every so often, affirm these words and stand your
ground. Soon enough, whatever it is, be it a cancerous
growth, diabetes, a terminal ailment—whatever, it’ll
pass out of your body. This is the effect of eternal life in
you. Years have come and gone, I’ve basked in divine
health. Eternal life is at work in me, in every fibre of my
being, in every cell of my blood, and in every bone of
my body. Hallelujah!
It’s our calling, right and heritage to live
transcendently above sickness, disease and infirmity
because divine life works in us. I found this not only to
be true in the written Word, it’s also true in my spirit,
soul, and body. Have the same consciousness.
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Eternal life is at work in me! I refuse to accept disease
and infections in my body. I’m superior to Satan and
the elements of this world. I take charge and rule
over my body with the Word of God, and I refuse to
yield to sickness, disease and infirmity. Hallelujah!
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FURTHER STUDY:
1 Timothy 6:12; 1 John 1:2; 1 John 5:11-13 MSG
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 2:21-52 & Deuteronomy 13-15
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 1:1-12 & Psalm 85-86
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SUNDAY 20
PUT THE CREATIVE FORCE IN YOU
TO WORK
These things I have spoken unto you,
that in me ye might have peace. In the
world ye shall have tribulation: but be of
good cheer, I have overcome the world
(John 16:33).
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he word translated “world” in the verse above
is the Greek “cosmos.” The cosmos is the
world as it is with its structures and systems and all of
its content, including its inhabitants and their works,
such as whatever is made or created or founded.
Then, in Hebrews 11:3, we find another Greek
word “Aion” translated as “world.” “Aion” is the course
or era or the operational system within the cosmos.
It’s the running of the cosmos, and that has to do with
the times of various inhabitants. What’s the implication
of this? Remember, Jesus said, “...I have overcome the
cosmos.” That means He overcame the world and all
of its contents, all of its inhabitants and their works,
powers and abilities.
But you see, when men run the world, whatever
has been made or whatever they met in terms of
structure or operational system can be manipulated.
Men can create their “Aions” by the manipulation of
the cosmos. Therefore, they can try to use the content
of the cosmos to affect you.
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But the fact is, with the “Rhema” of God (the Word
of God in your mouth), you can overcome whatever is
within the cosmos that’s being carried out, fabricated,
or reworked against you in your time and in your era.
Hebrews 11:3 says, “Through faith we understand
that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so
that things which are seen were not made of things
which do appear.”
Don’t sit idly by and let Satan and his cohorts run
rampage and distort things around you; repair, frame,
perfect, mend and restore things in your “aion.” Be in
charge and in control of how things go with you from
day to day by speaking forth God’s Word. There’s
a creative force in you to frame the kind of life and
environment that you desire, to alter destinies and
change the course of events in our world. Put it to
work.
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Dear Father, with my faith and through the Word, I
frame the course of my life to be synchronized with
your plan, purpose and perfect will. I bask in your
peace, prosperity and productivity in every area of
my life! I prosper in every good work; everything in
my world conforms to your will and destiny for me,
in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Joshua 1:8; Hebrews 11:1; John 1:1-3; Colossians 1:16-17
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 3:1-38 & Deuteronomy 16-17
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 1:13-23 & Psalm 87-88
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MONDAY
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SPEAK FORTH “RHEMA”
Through faith we understand that
the worlds were framed by the word
of God, so that things which are
seen were not made of things which
do appear (Hebrews 11:3).
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e observed in our previous study that by
applying the right faith principles, you can
frame, repair, restore or recreate your world. But what
exactly framed and planned the “aions”—the world’s
system with respect to socio-economic structures and
environmental management of a period in human
history, including its arts and sciences? It’s the Word
of God. This “word” is translated from the Greek
“Rhema,” which is the spoken word.
“Rhema” is a “thing”; that means it’s a spiritual
substance. Remember, everything you see came out
from the unseen, and the “Rhema” of God is an unseen
“thing.” Thus, when we speak the “Rhema” of God,
we’re releasing things, and according to the Bible, “...
things which are seen were not made of things which
do appear”; they were made by the “Rhema” of God
(Hebrews 11:3). Hallelujah!
Every so often, release “Rhema”; words from the
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Father. If it’s going to be the “Rhema” of God, it’s got
to come from God through the Holy Spirit who lives
inside you. That’s why it’s important you pray in the
Spirit a lot. As you do, you’ll find yourself uttering words
in your understanding that are inspired by the Spirit of
God; that’s “Rhema.”
As you pull those words up from your spirit, and
utter them, those spiritual “things” will be released into
the spiritual atmosphere of your life, and your “aion”
will be under the control of the “Rhema” of God from
your mouth. Blessed be God! Therefore, control your
world with the Word. Speak forth the Word by the
Spirit. Let “Rhema” proceed from you and create the
world you desire. Glory to God!
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CONFESSION
My words are anointed with power because I’m filled
with the Holy Spirit! The “Rhema” of God is on my
lips today, and in the Name of Jesus, I declare that
I’m walking in divine health, increase, prosperity,
and I’m making progress with giant strides. My life
is for the glory of God. Amen.
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Ephesians 6:17-18; Luke 4:4
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Luke 4:1-13 & Deuteronomy 18-21
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TUESDAY
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HE HELPS OUR LIMITATION
Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our
infirmities: for we know not what we
should pray for as we ought: but the
Spirit itself maketh intercession for us
with groanings which cannot be uttered
(Romans 8:26).
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he first part of our theme verse says, “Likewise
the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we
know not what we should pray for as we ought….”
Observe that Paul didn’t say we don’t know at all what
to pray for; rather, he said we don’t know as we ought
to know. So this weakness is that of a limitation of
knowledge, but the Holy Spirit helps us out with it. It’s
part of His ministry in our lives that we’re to recognize
and take advantage of.
If you’re ever confronted with situations you
don’t have enough details or information about, don’t
despair. Trust the Holy Spirit. The Word says the Spirit
Himself makes intercession for us with groanings that
cannot be uttered. In other words, the Holy Spirit
stands in the gap and intercedes for you; He takes
charge in your behalf, carrying out His intercessory
ministry through you.
This is so important because the Holy Spirit
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doesn’t pray on His own. He needs your vocal faculties.
For example, the Bible says in Acts 13:2 that as the
apostles were praying and fasting, the Holy Ghost
said, “...Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work
whereunto I have called them.”
The instruction from the Lord that Barnabas and
Saul (who later became Paul) should be consecrated
to the work of the ministry came as a prophetic word,
spoken through one of those who were praying and
fasting. Someone received the word and gave it forth,
yet it was reported that “the Holy Ghost said….” This
is the ministry of the Holy Spirit in you. He’ll help you
pray right and effectively and speak forth God’s Word
through you.
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PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the intercessory ministry
of the Holy Spirit through me. I take advantage of the
impartation of the knowledge of your will concerning
issues of importance; He helps me pray effectively,
bringing your perfect will to pass in my life and in all
my endeavours, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
John 14:16 AMPC; Romans 8:26 AMPC
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 4:14-44 & Deuteronomy 22-24
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 2:1-11 & Psalm 90
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WEDNESDAY
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HE TALKS TO YOUR SPIRIT
My sheep hear my voice, and I know
them, and they follow me
(John 10:27).
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but I’ve never heard the Holy Spirit talk
back or speak to me. Is there something wrong with
me?” Some people have found themselves asking this
question again and again.
If, as a Christian you find it difficult to discern the
voice of the Spirit, it’s not because His voice is weak
when He speaks. First, the Holy Spirit probably has
been speaking to you and you’ve not been listening
to Him, or you’re thinking it’s your mind that’s talking
to you. The Holy Spirit always talks to us, but we listen
to Him, not with our physical ears but with our spirits,
from within us.
If you’re listening with your spirit, you’ll hear
Him. And again, when you study the Scriptures, He
talks to you. Therefore, whenever you’re studying the
Word, it’s an opportunity for the Holy Spirit to minister
to you, to talk to you. So, accept His teachings and
His guidance from the Bible. 2 Timothy 3:16 says,
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is
profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction,
for instruction in righteousness.”
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When a Christian says, “I talk to the Lord, but
He doesn’t talk back to me,” what that person needs
to realize is that when you talk to Him, He doesn’t
necessarily have to talk to you while you’re on your
knees waiting; no! He may not act at that moment,
but He’ll always talk to you. He talks to you every day.
So, as a child of God, never say, “I don’t know
whether the Holy Spirit talks to me.” Say what Jesus
said: “I know the Father, and He knows me. I hear and
recognize His voice.” Jesus said, “My sheep hear my
voice, and I know them, and they follow me” (John
10:27). Therefore, you say, “I know the voice of the
Master; I know the voice of the Holy Spirit, and He
talks to me.”
When you say that, your spirit will become
conscious of the voice of the Holy Spirit within, and
of His guidance and words in your life.
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Dear Father, I thank you for the ability to hear
you speak through your Word and your Spirit and
recognize your voice. My spirit is sensitive to your
voice; the ways of the Spirit have been unveiled to
me, and I’m guided from within and through the
Word to know and walk in the paths of life, in Jesus’
Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Isaiah 30:21; Acts 13:2; John 16:7-13
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 5:1-16 & Deuteronomy 25-27
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 2:12-20 & Psalm 91
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THURSDAY
24
THE SWORD AND THE SHIELD
Above all, taking the shield of faith,
wherewith ye shall be able to quench
all the fiery darts of the wicked…and
the sword of the Spirit, which is the
word of God (Ephesians 6:16-17).
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weapon for spiritual warfare. Notice that Paul
didn’t ask that you thrust or strike the enemy with a
physical copy of the Bible as you would a physical
sword, no! The Greek rendering for “word” in this verse
is “Rhema,” and it means the spoken Word.
“Rhema” is a specific Word at a specific time for a
specific purpose. Thus, the ‘Rhema’ of God is the Word
of God from your heart to your mouth—the inspired
Word that comes out of your mouth. In the Master’s
encounter with the devil, the Bible tells us, “Jesus
answered him, saying, It is written, man shall not
live by bread alone, but by every word of God” (Luke
4:4 NKJV). Again, the underlined word is translated
“Rhema” (Greek). The Lord Jesus, in speaking “Rhema,”
wielded the sword of the Spirit (the weapon of the
spoken word) and discomfited the devil.
God’s “Rhema” word isn’t just a word that’s kept
in your heart; rather, it’s inspired by God and comes
out of your mouth. It’s always a word said, or a word
in saying. Hallelujah! Always put the Word on your lips;
if it’s not coming out of your mouth, it’s not a sword;
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it’s not a weapon.
Just as the “Rhema” word is a weapon with which
you get on the offensive against the adversary, your
faith is a weapon, a shield against the adversary and
his onslaught: “Above all, taking the shield of faith,
wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts
of the wicked.” You don’t have to look around for a
shield called faith; faith is in your spirit. You were born
again with the measure of faith you require (Romans
12:3) to live victoriously and reign gloriously in life. All
you need do is grow it by more of God’s Word and
strengthen it by using it.
That faith neutralizes, quenches, defuses and
puts out all the fiery darts the enemy throws at you.
Your faith is the victory over all circumstances and
adversities of life: “For whatsoever is born of God
overcometh the world: and this is the victory that
overcometh the world, even our faith” (1 John 5:4).
Hallelujah!
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Dear Father, your Word is in my heart and in my
mouth, prevailing as I speak it forth! I speak forth
righteousness, wisdom, prosperity, victory and
abundance. And with the shield of faith, I extinguish
and render ineffective the fiery darts, lies, tricks and
stratagems of the adversary, walking on in the victory
of the Lord. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Ephesians 6:13-16; Hebrews 4:12; Hebrews 11:3
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 5:17-39 & Deuteronomy 28
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 2:21-29 & Psalm 92-93
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FRIDAY
25
HE DIDN’T ASK US TO PRAY IN VAIN
Pray without ceasing
(1 Thessalonians 5:17).
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rayer can be very effective, and prayer can
be mere religion. There’re people who don’t
expect answers when they pray. To them, prayer is part
of their religiosity. But God never told us to pray for
nothing. Prayer is real communication; you’re actually
talking to someone that’s listening to you, and ready
to answer you.
Here’s another beautiful thing about the Lord: He
knows what’s in your heart even before you ask Him.
Before you pray, He knows what you’d say to Him.
Why then does He expect you to pray? It’s because
God operates in legality; in spite of the fact that He
loves you, He operates with rules, laws that He’s put
in place. The Bible tells us that He gave the earth to
human beings to live in and to run it. Thus, He requires
their invitation to intervene in their circumstances.
For instance, if you’re paying your rent duly, your
landlord can’t just walk into your apartment because
he owns the house; that’ll be illegal, because you’re
the custodian of the apartment; he has to come at
your invitation. That’s the way it is with God. We’re
custodians of the earth. He needs our invitation to
intervene in the affairs of men.
When you get in trouble or you don’t know what
to do about a particular situation and you require His
intervention, you have to ask for it, even though He
sees what’s going on. Take for instance the way He
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related with the Children of Israel; in Ezekiel 36, He
outlined several blessings for them. But in the 37th
verse, He said, “Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will yet
for this be enquired of by the house of Israel, to do it
for them; I will increase them with men like a flock”
(Ezekiel 36:37). That’s God dealing in His legality.
So, through prayers, you convey your mind,
feelings, emotions and supplications to God, while
He responds with answers. As you pray, especially
in other tongues, the Holy Spirit puts words in your
mouth, sanctified words that you can speak to God,
to cause changes in your world.
Prayer holds an important place in the life of
a Christian. Amongst other glorious benefits and
blessings, prayer assures God’s protection over you;
your insecurity disappears and you receive courage to
tackle whatever comes against you in this life. So as
admonished in our theme verse, pray without ceasing.
Praise God!
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Dear Father, thank you for always delighting to
hear and answer my prayers. Even now, I pray
that righteousness is poured out upon the nations,
producing salvation everywhere; thank you for
your Spirit of grace working on men’s hearts to be
receptive, more than ever before, to the Gospel, in
Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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FURTHER STUDY:
Luke 18:1; Ephesians 6:18
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 6:1-16 & Deuteronomy 29-30
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 3:1-12 & Psalm 94
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26
KEYS TO EFFECTUAL PRAYERS
SATURDAY
And it came to pass, that, as he was
praying in a certain place, when he
ceased, one of his disciples said unto
him, Lord, teach us to pray...
(Luke 11:1).
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and the apostles, even the Lord Jesus Christ,
you’d find they were very effective in their prayer
lives. In our opening verse, disciples asked Him to
teach them how to pray because they observed how
effective His prayers were. So, it’s not just enough to
pray; it’s the effectual, fervent prayer of the righteous
man that produces result.
There’re scriptural rules and guidelines to effectual
prayers. There’re some things you have to pray about
continually, you intercede continually; and there’re
things that you pray for only once, because if you keep
praying about them, you’re getting into unbelief, rather
than applying your faith.
Meanwhile, there’re things you’re not even
supposed to pray for, because no matter how long you
pray about them, God’s not going to respond because
your request is spiritually illegal. So, there’re different
kinds of prayer and different rules governing them.
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Of course, in prayer, something important you
always require from God is direction. It’s not like you’re
going to be asking Him all the time how to pray about
a particular situation, but even without you asking Him,
He gives you the direction through the Holy Spirit,
because that’s one of the things the Holy Spirit came
to do in your life. This is one of the reasons you must
pray often in other tongues.
The Holy Spirit and the Word are your keys to
effective prayer. He’ll bring the Word of God to your
consciousness as you pray. Remember, Jesus said, He’d
guide you into all truth. He’ll teach you all things (John
14:26). He’ll show you what to do in every situation.
Jesus said, “...He who follows Me shall not walk in
darkness, but have the light of life” (John 8:12 NKJV).
How do you follow Him? It’s through the Word and
guidance of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is alive
in you today, but then He gives you the Scriptures,
God’s Word, to guide you in all things, including how
to pray effectively.
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Thank you, dear Father, for the precious gift of the
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guide me into all truth, including being effective in
prayer. Today, He guides me to know and pray your
will and make tremendous power available to change
my world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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1 John 5:15-16; James 5:16 AMPC
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 6:17-49 & Deuteronomy 31-32
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Romans 3:13-19 & Psalm 95-96
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SUNDAY 27
BEARERS OF THE KINGDOM AND
THE GLORY
That ye would walk worthy of God, who
hath called you unto his kingdom and
glory (1 Thessalonians 2:12).
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God has already come. In fact, the Bible says
that Kingdom is in our hearts, letting you know that it’s
a spiritual kingdom: “...The kingdom of God cometh
not with observation: Neither shall they say, Lo here!
or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God is within
you” (Luke 17:20-21). We’re not “on our way” to the
Kingdom; no! We carry the Kingdom in us. Not only are
we in the Kingdom, we’re also bearers of the Kingdom.
In that Kingdom, there’s glory. The two aren’t separate.
The Bible talks about the glory of the Kingdom.
We answered the calling for the Kingdom; we’ve
also answered the calling for the glory: “Whereunto
he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the
glory of our Lord Jesus Christ” (2 Thessalonians 2:14).
We’ve obtained glory. Hallelujah!
No wonder Jesus said in John 17:22 in His prayer
to the Father, “And the glory which thou gavest me
I have given them; that they may be one, even as we
are one” (John 17:22). Paul said in Romans 8:30 that
we’ve been glorified. This glory is an eternal one, and
it’s inherent in our spirits: “But the God of all grace,
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who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ
Jesus…” (1 Peter 5:10). Blessed be God!
The Bible describes this glory as “excellent glory”
(2 Peter 1:17). 2 Corinthians 3:10 calls it “...the glory
that excelleth.” This is the glory of the Kingdom to
which we belong and which we bear. 2 Peter 1:3 says
we’ve been called to glory and excellence.
1 Peter 2:9 (AMPC) takes it further and says we’re
to “...set forth the wonderful deeds and display the
virtues and perfections of Him Who called you out
of darkness into His marvelous light.” The reason
we can show forth His glory—display His virtues
and perfection—is that we’re bearers of the same.
Hallelujah! So, give expression to His glory in your
world and impact others with the life of the Kingdom.
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I’m a bearer of the power, glory and dominion of the
Kingdom of God. The Kingdom expands in me and
through me; my world and environment are impacted
by the glory of God. I walk in the consciousness and
reality of my present-hour location in Christ and
manifest His righteousness to the glory of His Name.
Amen.
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Romans 8:30; Hebrews 2:10; 1 Thessalonians 2:12 ESV
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 7:1-35 & Deuteronomy 33-34
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 3:20-25 & Psalm 97
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MONDAY
28
THE REST IN CHRIST
There remaineth therefore a rest to the
people of God. For he that is entered
into his rest, he also hath ceased from
his own works, as God did from his
(Hebrews 4:9-10).
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that is entered into his rest….” That rest is
the rest in Christ; it’s much more than the rest for the
physical body. It’s rest for your soul, where you don’t
struggle or toil for anything whatsoever. 2 Peter 1:3
says, “According as his divine power hath given unto
us all things that pertain unto life and godliness….”
Everything required for your success, prosperity,
victory, health and greatness has been made available
to you in Christ. So, why worry? You don’t have to
struggle in life anymore. Enjoy God’s rest. Hallelujah!
Jesus said, “Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought
for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink;
nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not
the life more than meat, and the body than raiment”
(Matthew 6:25).
Paul, writing by the Spirit to the Church, in
Philippians 4:6, said, “Be careful for nothing; but
in everything by prayer and supplication with
thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto
God.” There’re many who haven’t realized this truth,
and therefore aren’t enjoying a life of absolute rest
and blessings. On their job, business, projects, or even
their evangelical responsibilities, they labour and toil
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so hard with little or no results.
If that describes you, what you need is a renewal
of your mind. Our struggling doesn’t please God. That’s
why the Holy Spirit was sent to help us. In John 14:16
(AMP), Jesus said, “And I will ask the Father, and He
will give you another Helper (Comforter, Advocate,
Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), to
be with you forever.” He’s here today and now as
your Helper.
You’re not alone. Christ is in you and with you;
don’t work and walk alone. Live in His rest. The Bible
says we’re seated together with Him in heavenly
places: “And hath raised us up together, and made
us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus”
(Ephesians 2:6). That isn’t a position of hardship,
struggle or turmoil; it’s a position of rest, dominion,
power and authority. The Bible says all the works were
finished before the foundation of the world (Hebrews
4:3). Now He says, “Enjoy all things.” Live in His rest,
for all things are yours.
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It’s part of my heritage as the seed of Abraham to
excel and make progress in life, from glory to glory,
without struggling. I live perpetually in the rest of
God. Now and always, I walk in His glory, manifesting
His love, grace and righteousness. Hallelujah!
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Matthew 11:28-30; 1 Peter 5:7; Matthew 6:25-34 MSG
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 7:36-50 & Joshua 1-2
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 3:26-31 & Psalm 98-100
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TUESDAY 29
IT WAS FOR YOUR SAKE
And he is the head of the body, the
church: who is the beginning, the
firstborn from the dead; that in all
things he might have the preeminence
(Colossians 1:18).
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he expression, “the firstborn from the dead”
doesn’t mean the first to rise from the dead.
Prior to Jesus’ vicarious death, there were those who
had been raised from the dead, but what the Apostle
Paul communicates by the Spirit here is different. When
Jesus died, He died in the spirit; therefore, He was the
first to come out of spiritual death.
Spiritual death is separation from God. As Jesus
hung on the Cross, He suffered the agony of being
separated from the Father. The Bible says He cried
out with a loud voice, “…Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?
which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why
hast thou forsaken me?” (Mark 15:34). This was a
result of His being made sin for us. His separation
from the Father was for our sake. The Bible says, “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” (2 Corinthians 5:21).
It should have been illegal for Jesus to be in hell,
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because He was without sin, but He went to Hell in
our place. Colossians 2:15 captures how He engaged
Satan in that awful combat in hell and defeated him
and all the cohorts of darkness: “And having spoiled
principalities and powers, he made a shew of them
openly, triumphing over them in it.”
No one ever came out of spiritual death or out of
Satan’s bondage, but Jesus did. He paid the full penalty
for every man. Accordingly, because a righteous man
was given for sinners, it became legal, and possible,
for sinners to be given His righteousness. He took our
place of sin, that we might obtain His righteousness.
Now we’re as righteous as Jesus is!
He has made you the very expression of His
righteousness because He died spiritually for you, and
when He came out of death, you were in Him. Now
you reign and rule with Him in the heavenly realms—in
the realm of life. Blessed be God!
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Blessed Father, I thank you for the sacrifice of Jesus
in my behalf by which I’ve been made righteous. I
walk in, and manifest your righteousness, reigning
and ruling with Christ from the heavenly realms, in
Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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Romans 5:17; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 2 Corinthians 5:21 AMPC
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 8:1-21 & Joshua 3-4
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 4:1-10 & Psalm 101
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WEDNESDAY 30
DRAWING FROM THE WELLS
OF SALVATION
Therefore with joy shall ye draw water
out of the wells of salvation (Isaiah 12:3).
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made up my mind years ago, while I was still a
student, to always be happy. I found out early
from the Word that nobody was sent to make me
happy, because Jesus already accomplished all that’s
needed to give me joy unspeakable and full of glory;
I’ve got joy in my spirit. So, always be excited about
the things of God. Don’t wait for someone to make
you happy.
Having received salvation, joy comes from within
you—your spirit. The Bible says, “Therefore with joy
shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation”
(Isaiah 12:3). Happiness is a state of mind and it’s
one of the fruits of joy. Then you have other fruits of
joy: laughter, shouting, singing, and dancing. And did
you know giving is also one of the fruits of joy? When
you’re full of joy, you give.
Have you ever noticed that when somebody is
asking you for something at the moment that you’re full
of joy, it’s almost always a “yes”? You hardly are able
to just turn them down or reject something offered or
proposed or say “no” to them.
Same way, when we’re full of joy in the presence
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of the Lord, you don’t have to ask for anything. All that
matters is that there’s a desire in your heart. As you
express joy, those desires are granted. The Bible says,
“Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give
thee the desires of thine heart” (Psalm 37:4). It’s one
of those things that praise and worship make happen
for you.
Don’t miss the praise and worship services of the
church. They’re very important. You’ll find that your
lists of prayer requests will reduce; you’d not have to
pray about so many things. As you delight yourself in
the Lord, He’ll give you the desires and secret petitions
of your heart.
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I’m always cheerful and exuberant with praise,
knowing that as I delight myself in the Lord, He grants
me all the desires and secret petitions of my heart.
My life is a bundle of joy and happiness. The joy of
the Lord in my heart is my strength, and with joy,
I draw out excellence, victories, prosperity, peace,
success, health and other wonderful blessings from
the deep recesses of my spirit, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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Acts 16:25-26; 2 Chronicles 20:22; 1 Peter 1:8
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 8:22-39 & Joshua 5-6
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Romans 4:11-25 & Psalm 102
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THURSDAY 31
CREATED WITHOUT DEFECT
For we are his workmanship, created
in Christ Jesus unto good works, which
God hath before ordained that we
should walk in them (Ephesians 2:10).
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shows us something extraordinary. It says, “For
we are God’s [own] handiwork (His workmanship),
recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do
those good works which God predestined (planned
beforehand) for us [taking paths which He prepared
ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living
the good life which He prearranged and made ready
for us to live].”
You’re God’s excellent workmanship or handiwork.
It’s like having a mobile device produced by, let’s say,
Samsung; they’ll have a brand on it showing that the
phone is the workmanship of Samsung. In the same
way, God has His brand on you. And remember,
everything God makes and does is excellent and is
forever.
If that’s true, then in God’s mind, He doesn’t
expect you to succumb to sickness, disease, or the
elements of this world, because He made you superior
to them. He made you stronger than infirmities and the
corrupting influences and negativities in this present
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world of darkness. Nothing in this world can hurt or
hinder you.
That’s why one of the signs of the believing ones
as listed by Jesus in Mark 16:18 is, “…if they drink
any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them....” This is
how He wants you to think. You’re not like everyone
else. You’re a superior being; you’re in God’s class,
created without any defect. You were made to function
perfectly and excellently in life. Glory to God!
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I’m fashioned for good works, and to live the good life
which God prearranged for me. My life is for the glory
of God; I walk in excellence, certified for success.
Not only do I have the nature of my heavenly Father
in me, I also have His brand on me. Glory to God!
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