Christ Embassy Red Deer

12/10/2025

The more you pray in tongues, the healthier you are. - Pastor Chris

12/10/2025

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES - 10TH DECEMBER 2025

USE EVERY PLATFORM

“…I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some
(1 Corinthians 9:22).”

The world has never been more connected than it is today. Technology, media, travel, and communication have opened platforms that were once unimaginable. As a soul winner, you must see these, not as trends but as tools: tools for evangelism.

The Apostle Paul had this mindset. He adapted this approach to reach as many people as possible without compromising the message. His goal was simple: by all means, save some, if not all. Today’s ‘means’ include social media, blogs, text messages, podcasts, emails, radio, and television. Your voice can now travel faster than your feet through these platforms. Use them to spread the message of Christ’s salvation.

Don’t underestimate what one shared verse of Scripture, one short teaching clip, prophecy or one spoken Word can do. Send out digital copies of Rhapsody of Realities; post the articles on your status, timeline, and everywhere people can access them. The Holy Spirit breathes life into your efforts and reaches hearts in ways you may never fully know.

In these last days of the Church age, as we complete the full preaching of the Gospel in all the world, leverage every platform God places in your hands. Be intentional, creative and consistent. Use your gifts, talents and influence to win souls.

CONFESSION

I maximize every opportunity and platform to preach the Gospel. I am wise, creative and effective in reaching people for Christ. Multitudes are being saved daily through me. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY:
Proverbs 11:30; Mark 16:20; 1 Corinthians 9:19–23

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Revelation 2:18–3:1–6 & Hosea 3–6

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 19:13–22 & 2 Chronicles 21–22

12/09/2025

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES - DECEMBER 9TH 2025

THE URGENCY OF THE GOSPEL

I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work (John 9:4).

Time is one of the most precious resources you have, and the urgency of the moment demands that you use it wisely. Jesus knew this. He spoke of doing the Father’s work while it is day, revealing the urgency of the times and the shortness of the window we’ve been given.

There’s coming a time when the opportunities we have now to freely preach the Gospel will be gone. The doors we now walk through freely may one day be closed. That’s why you must act with urgency, preaching the Gospel. Impact your world with the light of Christ’s salvation now.

Delay in evangelism can mean eternal loss for someone who needed to hear the truth from you today. That co-worker, neighbour or friend may not have another chance. You’re their light; you’re God’s point of contact to bring them out of darkness into the glorious liberty of the sons of God. Don’t let them live another day without God. The Bible paints the gloomy state of those who live without God and without Christ in the world (Ephesians 2:12). They’re hopeless, in despair, and doomed to destruction. But you’re their hope.

This is not a season for complacent Christianity but a time for bold action, a time to complete the full preaching of the Gospel in all nations. Let your life be aligned with heaven’s urgency. Every moment matters. Every soul counts. Therefore, be led by the Spirit and seize the moment. Do all you can while you can!

Recall the words of the Master, “I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work” (John 9:4). The night approaches, but for now, we shine, proclaiming God’s truth, turning sinners to righteousness. We’re compelled by Christ’s love, and in the words of the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 9:16, necessity is laid upon us to preach the Gospel. Woe unto us if we don’t preach the Gospel. The nations are ready and ripe with harvest, and we’re bringing in the sheaves.

PRAYER / CONFESSION

I recognize the urgency of the Gospel and I act swiftly. I am sensitive to divine timing, and I seize every opportunity to preach, to shine, and to win souls. I will not delay, and I will not be silent. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY

2 Corinthians 6:1-2; 1 Corinthians 9:16; Romans 13:11-12

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Revelation 2:1-17; Hosea 1-2

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 19:1-12; 2 Chronicles 19-20

12/07/2025

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES - DECEMBER 7TH 2025

12/07/2025

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES - DECEMBER 6TH 2025

LET THE GOSPEL BE YOUR PASSION

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 / CONFESSION

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; 2 Timothy 4:2; 1 Corinthians 9:16

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

3 John 1; Daniel 7-8

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 18:10-18; 2 Chronicles 13-14

12/05/2025

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES - DECEMBER 5TH 2025

YOU WERE BORN FOR THIS

…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 / CONFESSION

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; 2 Timothy 1:8-9; Acts 20:22-24

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

2 John; Daniel 5-6

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 18:1-9; 2 Chronicles 11-12

12/04/2025

12/04/2025

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES - DECEMBER 4TH 2025

LIVING BY THE SPIRIT AND BY THE WORD

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 / CONFESSION

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; Romans 8:10-11 ESV; Luke 4:4; Colossians 3:16

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

1 John 5; Daniel 3-4

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 17:22-26; 2 Chronicles 9-10

12/03/2025

Rhapsody of Realities - 3rd December, 2025

THE GOSPEL OF THE GRACE OF GOD
..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 / CONFESSION

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; Galatians 3:8; Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

1 John 4; Daniel 1-2

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 17:11-21; 2 Chronicles 7-8

12/02/2025

Rhapsody of Realities - 2nd December 2025

THE VALUE OF A SOUL

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 / CONFESSION

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; John 3:16-17; James 5:20

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

12/01/2025

Let the word of God control your opinions - Pastor Chris

12/01/2025

Rhapsody of Realities - 1st December, 2025