ICC morning dew devotion

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

DO NOT GROW WEARY IN DOING GOOD

03/10/2026

THE WORD FOR TODAY
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2026

DO NOT GROW WEARY IN DOING GOOD

GALATIANS 6:9 (NKJV)

“Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.”

One of the greatest challenges in following Christ is continuing to do what is right when we cannot yet see the results.

We pray, but the answer seems delayed.
We serve, but no one seems to notice.
We give, but see no immediate return.
We encourage others, even when we feel discouraged ourselves.
We remain faithful, though our circumstances seem unchanged.

In moments like these, weariness can quietly settle into our hearts. Paul’s instruction is clear: do not grow weary in doing good.

He doesn’t say we will never feel tired. There is a difference between being physically or emotionally tired and letting discouragement lead us to abandon our obedience.

Sometimes we need rest. Jesus Himself stepped away from the crowds to rest. Rest is not quitting. At other times, we need to strengthen our hearts and keep going.

Your faithfulness may be bearing fruit you cannot yet see. A prayer may be influencing someone. A kind word may stay in someone’s heart for years. A godly example may shape another person’s choices. A quiet act of service may accomplish more than you realize.

God sees what others overlook. A farmer doesn’t dig up a seed every morning to check whether it’s growing. He plants, waters, waits, and trusts the process. In the same way, we must learn to trust God’s timing. Don’t measure God’s faithfulness by how quickly results appear.

Keep praying. Keep serving. Keep obeying. Keep loving. Keep sowing.

And when you need rest, rest in God’s presence rather than walking away from His purpose. Faithfulness often means continuing to sow, even when the harvest is still out of sight.

REFLECTION:

Where am I becoming discouraged because I haven’t yet seen the results of my obedience or faithfulness?

ACTION STEP:

Think of one good thing you’ve been doing consistently that hasn’t yet produced the result you hoped for. Thank God for the opportunity to serve, and take one more faithful step today without demanding immediate results.

DECLARATION:

I will not grow weary in doing good. God sees my faithfulness, and He is working even when I cannot see the results. I will rest when I need to, but I will not abandon my assignment. By God’s grace, I will keep praying, serving, loving, obeying, and believing.

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus, strengthen me when I grow weary.
At times, I become discouraged because I cannot see the fruit of my efforts. Help me remember that You see what I cannot, and that nothing done faithfully for You is wasted. Give me the grace to keep doing good without depending on recognition or immediate results. Teach me when to persevere and when to rest. When I am tired, renew my strength. When I am discouraged, renew my hope. When I am tempted to quit, remind me of Your faithfulness. Help me trust Your timing and keep sowing faithfully. Let my passion for You remain stronger than my temporary weariness.
In Jesus’ name, AMEN!!!

INTERNATIONAL CHARISMATIC CHURCH (ICC)

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02/10/2026

THE WORD FOR TODAY
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026

FINISHING WELL

2 Timothy 4:7 (NKJV)

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

Starting well matters, but finishing well matters even more. Many begin with enthusiasm: a new year full of resolve, a ministry launched with excitement, a sincere commitment, or a goal set with high hopes. Then challenges arise, excitement fades, and the road grows difficult.

Near the end of his life, Paul looked back on a journey marked by faithfulness. He had endured opposition and hardship, faced disappointment and rejection—and still, he could say, “I have kept the faith.”

That is the kind of life we are called to pursue. Our devotion to Christ is not meant to last only through easy seasons. Life brings abundance and limitation, answered prayers and waiting, joyful service and costly obedience. Through every season, we are called to remain faithful.

Finishing well does not mean never stumbling. It means turning back to God, learning from our failures, continuing in obedience, and refusing to leave the race. Sometimes the greatest victory is simply not giving up.

If you feel tired today, keep going. If you are not seeing the results you hoped for, keep going. If you have made mistakes, repent, receive God’s grace, and keep going. If your contribution feels small, be faithful and keep going. A difficult road does not mean your assignment is over.

Jesus endured the cross because He looked beyond the suffering to the purpose ahead. We, too, need an eternal perspective. In the end, what matters most is not how impressive our journey looked to others, but whether we remained faithful to Christ. Don’t only ask God for a good beginning; ask Him for the grace to finish well.

REFLECTION

What area of my life needs renewed perseverance so I can remain faithful to the end?

ACTION STEP

Identify one area where you have felt tempted to give up. Bring it before God today, and write down one small step you can take to continue faithfully.

DECLARATION

I will finish well. Difficulty, delay, disappointment, and opposition will not cause me to abandon my faith. By God’s grace, I will remain faithful to Christ, complete my assignment, and keep my eyes on the eternal prize.

PRAYER

Lord Jesus, give me the grace to finish well. When I am tired, strengthen me. When I am discouraged, renew my hope. When I fail, help me rise again. When the journey grows difficult, keep my eyes fixed on You.

Keep me from giving up in the face of temporary difficulties. Help me remember that faithfulness matters more than applause, and obedience matters more than appearances. Teach me to remain faithful through every season of life. When my journey is complete, may I be able to say that I fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. Let my love for You endure to the very end. In Jesus’ name, AMEN!!!

INTERNATIONAL CHARISMATIC CHURCH (ICC)

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01/10/2026

THE WORD FOR TODAY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026.

DISCIPLINE IN YOUR PURSUIT OF CHRIST.

1 CORINTHIANS 9:25 (NKJV)

“Everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things.”

Passion may set us on the journey, but discipline keeps us moving forward with Christ.

There are times when we feel eager to pray, study God’s Word, serve Him, or pursue a spiritual goal. But feelings can shift. Some days we’re full of energy; other days we feel tired, distracted, discouraged, or simply not in the mood.

That’s when spiritual discipline matters most.

Paul compared the Christian life to an athlete preparing for a race. Athletes don’t train only when they feel motivated. They build consistency, practice self-control, stay focused, and persevere.

Our pursuit of Christ calls for the same commitment:

Disciplined prayer.
Disciplined study of Scripture.
Disciplined choices.
Disciplined use of time.
Disciplined relationships.
Disciplined stewardship.

Discipline doesn’t earn God’s love. We are saved by grace. Instead, spiritual disciplines make room for us to receive from God and respond to His grace.

Jesus showed us what a disciplined life looks like. He made time to pray, knew when to step away from the crowds, and stayed faithful to His Father’s purpose—even when the way became difficult.

Passion without discipline can leave us inconsistent. We may begin many things but finish few. We may long to grow spiritually while resisting the daily practices that help us grow.

So let’s ask not only, “What do I desire?” but also, “What am I willing to practice consistently?”

Small acts of faithfulness, repeated over time, can shape a life.

You may not pray for hours each day, but you can meet with God consistently.

You may not understand the whole Bible, but you can study it faithfully.

You may not be able to do everything, but you can be faithful with what God has entrusted to you. Don’t wait for perfect conditions.

Build holy habits.
Keep walking with Christ when the excitement fades.

Passion says, “I want Him.” Discipline says, “I will keep pursuing Him.”

REFLECTION:

What spiritual discipline can I strengthen so that my passion for Christ becomes more consistent?

ACTION STEP:

Choose one spiritual discipline: prayer, Bible study, worship, Scripture memorization, or quiet time with God. Set aside a specific time for it today. Begin, and commit to practicing it consistently.

DECLARATION:

I am disciplined in my pursuit of Christ. I will seek God consistently, study His Word, pray faithfully, obey His voice, and remain committed even when my feelings change. By God’s grace, I will not give up. I will keep pursuing Jesus.

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus, help me remain faithful in my pursuit of You. Give me discipline when my emotions are unsettled. Teach me to seek You when I feel strong and when I feel weak, when I’m excited and when I’m tired.

Help me establish habits that deepen my relationship with You: prayer, Scripture, worship, obedience, service, and fellowship. Keep me from starting with passion and finishing carelessly. Give me grace to persevere.

Teach me that discipline is not a substitute for grace, but a response to it. May my desire for You grow stronger than my excuses, and my commitment deeper than my changing emotions.

Help me keep my eyes on Jesus and faithfully run the race You have set before me.
In Jesus’ name, AMEN!!!

INTERNATIONAL CHARISMATIC CHURCH (ICC)

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01/10/2026

SEEK TO EXCEL IN WHATEVER YOU DO FOR GOD

30/09/2026

THE WORD FOR TODAY
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026

SEEK TO EXCEL IN WHATEVER YOU DO FOR GOD

COLOSSIANS 3:23 (NKJV)

“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.”

God deserves our very best.
Excellence doesn’t mean getting everything perfect. Perfection demands flawlessness; excellence means offering our best with the abilities, resources, and opportunities God has placed in our hands.

When Christ is our passion, we don’t take our responsibilities lightly, even when they seem ordinary. The way we work matters. So does the way we serve, prepare, treat others, and care for what God has entrusted to us.

Paul urges us to do everything wholeheartedly, as though we were doing it for the Lord. People are not our ultimate audience. We work for God, and that truth transforms our motivation.

Recognition may not come. Someone else may receive the credit. Our efforts may go unnoticed, and the results may take time to show. But God sees.

That’s why excellence can be an act of worship.

A teacher honors God by preparing a lesson with care. A parent can do the same while caring for a family, a business owner while serving customers, a church worker while preparing for ministry, and a student while studying diligently.

Our Christian witness is expressed not only through what we say about Jesus, but also through the quality and integrity of the work He has entrusted to us.

But excellence should never become perfectionism, pride, or competition. We aren’t trying to prove we’re better than anyone else. We’re seeking to be faithful with what God has given us.

Do your work well. Prepare carefully. Keep learning. Correct your mistakes. Improve where needed, and leave the results in God’s hands.

Excellence isn’t about impressing people. It’s about honoring God with what He has placed in our hands.

REFLECTION:

Where have I become careless or complacent? How can I give that responsibility greater attention and honor God through it?

ACTION STEP:

Choose one responsibility today and handle it with greater care. Prepare better, pay closer attention, or complete it more thoughtfully. Then offer the result to God as an act of worship.

DECLARATION:

I will honor God with the work of my hands. I choose diligence over carelessness and excellence over complacency. I will give my best without seeking human applause, knowing that I ultimately serve the Lord.

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus, teach me to do everything as unto You.
Deliver me from carelessness, laziness, and complacency. Give me a heart that values preparation, diligence, integrity, and excellence.
Help me give my best without becoming proud or comparing myself with others. When my work goes unseen, remind me that You see it. When I make mistakes, give me the humility to learn and improve. May my work, service, ministry, relationships, and responsibilities bring honor to Your name. Let excellence become an expression of my love for You. In Jesus’ name, AMEN!!!

INTERNATIONAL CHARISMATIC CHURCH (ICC)

Connect with us and follow Bishop Adu-Gyamfi on Podcast and Spotify. Explore his insightful books and stay updated.

1. Author Page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/bishopoppong

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3. https://open.spotify.com/show/19p6BHnIDvwzmah7eksbvt?si=GzLG7iFrTlagiI9xhPw0vA