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20/03/2023

Good morning in the Name of Our Dear Lord Jesus Christ to you all. 🙏🏼

21/01/2023

Good Day Everyone

02/08/2021

We will resume our Daily Devotions soon. Please make it a point to be here everyday

02/08/2021

Greeting everyone in the name of our Dear Lord Jesus. I trust we all doing very well?

31/07/2020

Today's Devotions

7/30 1 Corinthians 14:27-28

27 If any speak in a tongue, let there be only two or at most three, and each in turn, and let someone interpret. 28 But if there is no one to interpret, let each of them keep silent in church and speak to himself and to God.

For some strange reason, many churches today completely ignore or explain away this verse. The gift of tongues can become quite a divisive issue. If the church followed Paul's simple, inspired guideline, it would not be such a problem. Instead, you can walk into some churches today and hear a roar of almost everyone praying aloud in tongues. Paul clearly warns that this will sound like a group of foreigners to anyone who happens to attend. It doesn't build up the body of believers, which is the purpose of the gifts when we are together (1 Corinthians 14:4, 6-12).

Notice how the word "if" begins our verse today. Tongues are not necessary to a worship service. But if there are people who feel they must exercise that gift, limit the tongues to two or three persons, one at a time, and then only if someone can interpret. Otherwise, they can silently exercise that gift between themselves and God.

There is a variety of beliefs in the church regarding this gift. Some think the gifts are no longer functioning since we have the Bible. Others think everyone should have this gift. The Scriptures seem to indicate it can be the miraculous gift of speaking another's language (Acts 2:8). Another expression of the same gift is a heavenly language that is between your spirit and God in prayer (1 Corinthians 14:2). Paul's concern was that we be aware of how our gifts affect others. With the exception of a prayer language, all gifts should edify the believers (1 Corinthians 12:7).

Consider: When someone claims to have a gift of the Spirit but is being divisive and not edifying to the body of believers, the elders of the church should confront the person in love, using the Scriptures. Everything should be done decently and orderly (1 Corinthians 14:33). What is your gift? How are you helping to build up the believers where you worship?

25/07/2020

Today's Devotion 7/25/ 2020

1 Corinthians 12:22
22 On the contrary, the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable . . .

Paul had addressed the factions that form when people boast of following one particular teacher. The old nature within us tends to take pride in differences, as if we are the only ones who really have the truth. The same type of thing was happening in respect to the gifts of the Spirit.

Paul explained that every gift is essential and the all gifts are dependent on what each gift brings. He related it to parts of the body. If the body only had one part it would be useless. If it is missing a part, it is handicapped. A healthy and effective congregation will have all the various gifts and appreciate each one.

In our verse for today, Paul dealt a blow to those who were prideful of their gift, while at the same time he encouraged those with the more common gifts. Every time I have done a survey of the gifts in a congregation, the gift of helps and the gift of giving seem to be most numerous. Those are the gifts most needed in the everyday life of the church. No wonder God gives more of us those particular gifts. Preaching elders are few, but we don't need to have an abundance of that gift. Whatever gift God has given you is indispensable to the proper functioning of the congregation you attend. Use it to help build up the body and advance the Kingdom. Value the gifts of others as well.

Consider: A body part all by itself is a frightening sight. It indicates there was a horrible accident. We all need to be a part of a local congregation. They need our gift, and we need their gifts.

20/07/2020

Today's Devotions 7/20/2020
1 Corinthians 7:24
24 So, brothers, in whatever condition each was called, there let him remain with God.

Paul was addressing the marital and employment status of new believers. He believed the return of Christ was soon to come. That has been the conviction of the church throughout its history. It is a spiritually healthy attitude. If a man was single, Paul suggested that he stay single if the man's passions were under control. That would allow him to keep his whole focus on serving the Lord. He even suggested that slaves not seek to be freed unless the opportunity arose.

In every situation in life, there needs to be a Christian witness. While Christianity has historically raised the standard of living, that is not its main goal. The main goal is to introduce others to Jesus and life in Him. That life is not dependent on circumstances or class. His power manifests itself in the lives of the rich as well as the poor, the influential as well as the servant. His joy is not a matter of outward conditions, but of the heart.

The world needs Christian doctors and Christian waiters. We need Christian attorneys and Christian janitors. Every area of society needs the Christian influence so those we come in contact with can see the difference Jesus makes. Our satisfaction is in Him, not in our status or possessions in this world. He turned our perception of things upside-down when He taught that the greatest among us would be the servant of all (Mark 9:35).

Prayer: Lord, help me to look to You for the satisfaction of my heart, not to the things of this world. I thank You that I can enjoy the blessings of this creation, but may these always pale in my mind and heart when I compare them to their Creator.

31/10/2018

Today's Devotions October 30th, 2018

Good Morning

Psalms 119:67, 71 (NIV) 67Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey your word.

71It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn your decrees.

There are times when we need affliction, be it physical, mental, or emotional. If it is indeed good for us, as the psalmist here declares, we should be careful not to ask to be delivered from it too soon. We are to pray for the healing of one another, yet we need to discern God's timing for that healing. Some would consider all afflictions the work of Satan that must be rebuked and immediately healed. There are times when Jesus healed all, that is, all that came to Him. There are other times when He walked through a crowd of sick folks to pick out one person that was to be healed.

When we are afflicted we should look for the lesson to be learned, or the insight to be gained. We learned from Job that even though Satan may bring the affliction, God uses it to reveal Himself to us. It may be a time of stretching your faith, your trust in God. It may be an opportunity to be still and learn in what ways your decisions have varied from God's plan.

In this passage, the psalmist implies he was not obeying the word of God. His illness was due to his straying away from God's word. So when we are ill, we should look to see if our lives are lining up with the word of God. In the second verse, he said the affliction was good for him, because through it he learned what God had decreed. Our lives often get in such a busy state that we tend to run on autopilot. An affliction stops us in our tracks and shows us that life goes on even when we stop our busyness. If we are too busy to hear, God may, in His mercy, stop us with affliction, so that we will take the time to get His direction. Which would you prefer, a week of the flu, or a fatal head-on?

Remember: Next time you are afflicted, first ask what God wants to work in your life through the affliction. Recognize it is good for you. Then, after you have heard God's answer, pray for healing.

EveningOctober 30
2 Timothy 1:6-8 (NIV) 6For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 7For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. 8So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord, or ashamed of me his prisoner. But join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God...

We have an insight into a special experience between Paul, Timothy and the Holy Spirit. At some time, Paul had laid hands on Timothy. It may have been when he was ordaining him to be an elder. At that particular moment, God gave Timothy a gift. Paul does not say what it was. I would guess it was to teach, preach and evangelize. Just because the gift was given, does not mean it automatically comes forth. Just as you fan coals into a flame of fire, Paul encouraged Timothy to work at stirring up his gift.

It sounds like Timothy was a shy person. It is not natural for a shy person to testify to others, or to preach to a crowd. There is a natural fear of doing so. Paul says that God has not given us the spirit of timidity, or fear. Instead, we have been given a spirit of power! Fear implies weakness. In Christ Jesus, we are strong! We have the power to stand up to those who would oppose the gospel. We also have the spirit of love. If we love them, we cannot keep silent. We must share the only hope they have of eternal life. And we have the gift of self-discipline. We can discipline ourselves to say "no" to our old nature and "yes" to the Spirit.

What is the worst the listener can do? They could have you thrown in jail or cause you to suffer for Christ. What an honor! Then Timothy would have joined with Paul in suffering for the gospel. Only the power of God can enable us to suffer for Christ, but He has given us that power.

Do you lean toward timidity? I do. Yet, I know that when the Spirit prompts me, if I will just open my mouth and speak what He gives, that He will see me through whatever follows. God loves to work through those who are timid, so that people can see Jesus and not man.

Consider: God wants you to fan your gift into a flame!

23/08/2018

Thursday, 23rd August 2018

GIVE ME THIS MOUNTAIN

Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite said. . . Now therefore give me this mountain. . . if so be the Lord will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out. — Joshua 14:6, 12

Are there any challenges, or trials, or ambitions in your life that seem to be insurmountable or unachievable? If so, then listen to the spirit and wisdom of Caleb's words.

Understand, first, that Caleb is 85 years old when he makes this declaration. Secondly, "this mountain" is not some green-pastured, undefended plot of land; it is positively swarming with enemy combatants. But God had promised this land to Caleb and so he courageously claims it: "Give me this mountain."

Such confidence might at first seem admirable, and yet naïve or unrealistic, in an 85-year-old man. But Caleb's courage was based upon the wise realization that "if the Lord is with me, then I will be successful."

All my excuses and fears are wiped away by this aged man's faithful example. Is there anything in my life that seems insurmountable or unachievable? Then may Caleb's faithful battle cry become my own.

If it is a sin against which I am striving, then I have been promised victory, with the Lord's help — give me this mountain! If it is a life endeavour that I am being led to undertake for the cause of Christ, then I have been promised success — give me this mountain! If it is a particular grief that threatens to overwhelm me, then I have been promised the comfort and strength to overcome it by God's grace —give me this mountain!

Prayer: Lord, give me the faith and courage of Caleb to conquer all the mountains in my life.

Scriptural Reading: Joshua 14:6-15

18/08/2018

Today's Devotion 18th August 2018

No one has ever seen God. It is God the only Son, who is close to the Father's heart, who has made him known. (John 1:18 NRSV)
When we were children, we'd climb trees and build secret houses for ourselves up in the branches and spy down on the world below. When we were older we'd climb to the top of a skyscraper and gaze upon a vast city below.
Why do we need to do that? What's inside of us that makes us want a view from above?

Some would say there's a sense of power that comes when we stand above the world. We can play "god," looking down on everything, having a feeling of omnipotence! It's kind of the Goliath complex in us: you remember the big warrior of the Philistines, in Old Testament times. He stood half a man's height above everybody else, and he thought his size made him invincible. When young David came out to meet him on the battlefield, he laughed, and said, "Look at the little puppy that's running after me!" Goliath lost his head in the clouds, and his thinking got a little fuzzy. But that's what we all like to feel, now and then. A sense of standing over everybody else. The Jolly Giant who fears no little creatures below.

But there's another reason we like the view from above, something not quite so selfish. It's a sense of perspective. When you look out the window of an airplane, you begin to see how things fit together, how the hills and valleys interlock, how the fields form a mosaic, and the towns have some shape and definition. We realize how small we are and important God is in our lives.

PRAYER
Lord Jesus, thank you for bringing God close to me. Amen.

19/09/2016

Today's Devotion 19/09/2016

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32

Prayer
Let every door that opens into my failure be permanently shut with the power of Jesus and may I have a heart of forgiveness.


May God be with you today, good morning

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