Words of Faith & Good Doctrine Ministry

Words of Faith & Good Doctrine Ministry An interdenominational Ministry with the mandate to reach The Body of Christ with The Words of Faith and Good Doctrine.

Words Of Faith And Good Doctrine Ministry (WOFAGOD) is a ministry saddled with a mandate in this end time to teach and preach the Words of Faith and Good Doctrine.

25/05/2026

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May 25th, 2026

*Love: The Foundation of Spiritual Maturity*

*Bible Reading:*
1 Corinthians 13:1–8

*Focal Scripture:*
Galatians 5:22

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love...”

Love is the first expression of the fruit of the Spirit because love is the very nature of God.

A believer who is truly growing spiritually will increasingly reflect genuine love toward God and people. This love goes beyond mere words, emotions, or feelings; it is revealed through sacrifice, forgiveness, compassion, patience, and genuine concern for others.

The world’s kind of love is often conditional. Many people love only when they are appreciated, celebrated, or treated well. But the love produced by the Holy Spirit flows even when it is inconvenient and uncomfortable.

Jesus demonstrated this love perfectly. He loved sinners, touched the rejected, forgave offenders, and ultimately laid down His life for humanity while we were yet sinners.

One major proof of spiritual maturity is the ability to love difficult people. Anyone can love those who are kind to them, but Spirit-produced love enables a believer to forgive offenses, pray for enemies, and respond to hatred without bitterness.

Love is practical. It is seen in:

How you speak to people

How you treat those beneath you

How you respond when offended

How willing you are to help others

How sincerely you desire the good of others

Many believers want power, gifts, and influence, yet neglect love. But according to Scripture, without love, every other spiritual activity becomes empty noise before God.

Love is not weakness. It is strength under the control of the Holy Spirit.

As believers, we must daily ask the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with the love of Christ until people can see Jesus through our attitudes, words, and actions.

Shalom.

Note:
Love is the clearest evidence that Christ is truly reigning in a believer’s heart.

*Practical Application:*

Choose one deliberate act of love today toward someone who may not deserve it naturally.

*Further Scriptures:*
John 13:34–35;
1 John 4:7–8;
Romans 5:5;
1 Corinthians 13:13

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for Your unconditional love toward me.

2. Lord, fill my heart with genuine love for people.

3. Help me to forgive those who have offended me.

4. Holy Spirit, remove bitterness, hatred, and resentment from my heart.

5. Let the love of Christ be revealed through my life daily.

6. Thank God for answered prayers.

*Declaration:*

I walk in love, and the nature of Christ is revealed through me daily.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

24/05/2026

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May 24th, 2026

*THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: Growing Into the Character of Christ*

*Focal Scripture:*
Galatians 5:22–23

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance...”

The Christian life is not merely about attending church services, speaking Christian language, or performing religious activities. True Christianity is the life of Christ being revealed progressively in a believer.

God’s ultimate goal is not only to bless us, but to transform us into the image and character of His Son, Jesus Christ.

The fruit of the Spirit is the visible evidence of the Holy Spirit at work in the life of a believer. Just as a healthy tree naturally produces fruit, a believer who walks closely with God will gradually produce the character of Christ.

It is important to note that the Bible says fruit of the Spirit, not fruits. This means these virtues are interconnected expressions of one transformed life produced by the Holy Spirit.

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control are not qualities we produce merely by human effort. They are the result of yielding daily to the Holy Spirit.

Many believers desire spiritual gifts, power, influence, and manifestations, yet neglect spiritual character. But character is the true proof of spiritual maturity.

A man may speak in tongues and still be bitter. He may preach powerfully and still lack self-control. But when the Holy Spirit truly gains control of a life, the nature of Christ begins to manifest consistently.

This series is therefore a call to spiritual growth and self-examination. As we study each fruit in the coming days, may the Holy Spirit help us not merely to admire these virtues, but to genuinely grow in them.

The world is waiting to see Jesus revealed through us.

Shalom.

*Note:*
The fruit of the Spirit is not imitation; it is transformation produced by the Holy Spirit.

*Further Scriptures:*
John 15:1–5;
Romans 8:29;
Ephesians 5:8–10;
Colossians 1:10

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit.

2. Lord, transform my life into the image of Christ.

3. Holy Spirit, help me to grow in spiritual character and maturity.

4. Remove every work of the flesh that struggles against Your nature in me.

5. Let my life produce fruits that glorify God daily.

6. Thank God for answered prayers.

*Declaration:*

The character of Christ is growing in me daily by the power of the Holy Spirit.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

23/05/2026

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May 23rd, 2026

*How To Go The Right Way*

*Focal Scripture:*
Proverbs 3:5–6 (ERV)

“Trust the Lord completely, and don’t depend on your knowledge. With every step you take, think about what he wants, and he will help you go the right way.”

Yesterday, we saw that one major key to walking in the right path is to trust the Lord completely. Today, we shall look at another vital truth that will help us enjoy divine direction.

*2. Do Not Lean on Your Own Understanding*

One of the greatest hindrances to divine guidance is self-dependence. Many times, we miss God’s direction because we are too confident in our own wisdom, experience, logic, or emotions.

Human understanding is limited. What looks right physically may lead to destruction spiritually.

The Bible says:

“There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.”
— Proverbs 14:12

A man who depends solely on his natural understanding will struggle to walk consistently in God’s perfect will. This is because God’s ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts are higher than our thoughts.

Sometimes, His instructions may not make sense to the natural mind, yet they are the safest paths to follow.

Abraham was asked to leave his father’s house without knowing where he was going. Peter was asked to step out of the boat onto the water. Naaman was asked to dip himself seven times in River Jordan. None of these instructions appeared logical, yet obedience produced the miracles needed.

When we lean too much on our understanding:

We become fearful of obeying God

We delay divine instructions

We seek alternatives outside God’s will

We frustrate God’s process in our lives

But when we surrender our understanding to God, He begins to guide us beyond what human wisdom can achieve.

Beloved, God did not call us to figure everything out by ourselves. He called us to trust Him enough to follow Him, even when we do not understand everything.

Sometimes, the right path may not be the easiest path, but it will always lead to God’s ordained destination for your life.

Therefore, stop depending solely on what you see, feel, or think. Allow the Holy Spirit to guide your decisions, relationships, pursuits, and steps in life.

As you acknowledge Him daily, He will surely direct your path. Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
Isaiah 55:8–9;
Proverbs 14:12;
Romans 8:14;
Jeremiah 10:23

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of life and for Your unfailing guidance over my life.

2. Lord, forgive me for every time I depended on my own understanding above Your Word.

3. Father, help me to trust You even when I do not fully understand Your process.

4. Holy Spirit, guide my thoughts, decisions, and steps daily.

5. Lord, let me never walk outside Your will for my life.

6. Thank God for answered prayers.

*Declaration:*

I declare that my steps are ordered by the Lord. I will not miss my way in life and destiny, in Jesus Christ’s name.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

22/05/2026

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May 22nd, 2026

*Have You Truly Been Converted?*

*Bible Reading:*
Acts 26:19–20

*Focal Scripture:*
Acts 26:20 (KJV)

“...that they should repent and turn to God, and do works meet for repentance.”

It is a great privilege to witness another day in the land of the living. Every new day is an opportunity to examine ourselves and ensure that we are still walking in alignment with God’s will.

Today, we must sincerely ask ourselves a very important question: “Have I truly been converted?”

We live in a generation where holiness is gradually being treated as outdated, while righteousness is often reduced to mere outward appearance and religious language. Many people claim to be born again, yet their lives reveal little or no evidence of genuine transformation.

Some believe that regular church attendance, active participation in church programs, or familiarity with Christian language automatically makes them children of God. But salvation is deeper than religious activity. True conversion is not merely joining a church; it is experiencing a genuine transformation through Jesus Christ.

From our focal scripture, we see three major dimensions of true conversion:

*1. Repentance*

True conversion begins with repentance.

A man must first realize that he is a sinner in need of God’s mercy. Repentance is not merely feeling sorry for sin; it is making a deliberate decision to turn away from sinful living.

To repent means:

To change direction

To forsake the old life

To abandon sinful habits and desires

You cannot claim to have repented while still comfortably living in the same sinful lifestyle without conviction or struggle. Genuine repentance produces a genuine desire for holiness.

*2. Turning to God*

Repentance is turning from sin, while conversion is turning to God.

This is a complete change of allegiance:

From darkness to light

From bo***ge to freedom

From self-will to God’s will

From serving sin to serving righteousness

Conversion is a heart surrender to Jesus Christ. It is allowing Him to become not just Savior, but also Lord over your life.

*3. Producing Fruits Worthy of Repentance*

True conversion will eventually become visible.

A transformed heart will produce a transformed lifestyle.

The Apostle Paul said people should:

“...do works meet for repentance.”

In other words, your actions should reflect your confession.

Your speech, relationships, decisions, conduct, dressing, priorities, and lifestyle should increasingly reveal the nature of Christ in you.

People may be deceived by outward appearance, but fruits cannot be hidden for long. Jesus said:

“By their fruits ye shall know them.” — Matthew 7:20

The real proof of conversion is not merely what you say in church, but the kind of life you live daily.

Christianity is not behaviour modification alone; it is heart transformation that eventually affects behaviour.

A truly converted life will continually grow in:

Love for God

Hatred for sin

Obedience to God’s Word

Desire for holiness

Hunger for fellowship with God

Take time today to sincerely examine your life before God. Do your actions reveal genuine transformation, or merely religious activity?

May our lives continually reflect the reality of Christ within us. Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
Romans 12:1–2;
Galatians 5:19–25;
2 Corinthians 5:17;
Matthew 7:16–20

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, I thank You for the gift of life and salvation through Jesus Christ.

2. Lord, search my heart and reveal every area that still needs genuine transformation.

3. Father, grant me the grace to live a life worthy of true repentance.

4. Help me to produce fruits that reflect Christ in my daily living.

5. O Lord, let my Christianity be more than religion; let it be genuine fellowship with You.

6. Thank God for answered prayers.

*Declaration:*

I am transformed by the power of Christ, and my life will continually produce fruits worthy of repentance, in Jesus Christ’s name. Amen.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

21/05/2026

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May 21st, 2026

*The Power of a Gentle Response*

*Focal Scripture:*
Proverbs 15:1

"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger."

Recently, this Scripture came strongly into my heart, and it became a moment of sincere reflection before the Lord.

I realized how easy it is to allow external pressures, harsh environments and the attitudes of people around us to gradually shape the way we respond to others — especially in moments of correction, confrontation or provocation.

Without carefulness, we may begin to exhibit attitudes that are completely contrary to the Spirit of Christ within us.

The truth is this: Anger is contagious if the spirit is not guarded.

That is why Scripture says:

"A gentle answer makes anger disappear, but a rough answer makes it grow." — Proverbs 15:1 ERV

*Gentle Responses Reveal Spiritual Strength*

Anyone can react harshly. Anyone can raise their voices. Anyone can retaliate emotionally.

But it takes spiritual maturity and inner strength to respond gently when provoked.

The person already speaking in anger is already inflamed emotionally. Responding with equal intensity only multiplies the conflict.

A soft answer does not mean weakness; it means control.

*The Strength of Self-Control*

One of the greatest victories a believer can experience is mastery over his own spirit.

When emotions are not governed, they can push us into words and actions we later regret.

Scripture teaches us that:

"He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty..." — Proverbs 16:32

Spiritual maturity is often revealed more in reactions than in declarations.

Gentle Speech Carries Power

Gentleness is powerful.

Harshness may force temporary compliance, but gentleness transforms hearts.

"Gentle speech is very powerful." — Proverbs 25:15 ERV

As leaders, parents, pastors, mentors or employers, the way we speak to people matters deeply.

Rough speech can produce:

👉🏾 resistance
👉🏾 discouragement
👉🏾 emotional wounds
👉🏾 hidden resentment

But respectful correction preserves dignity while still communicating truth.

People respond better when they feel valued.

Learn to Focus on Motive, Not Just Tone

Sometimes people may correct us poorly, speak harshly or communicate with frustration.

Their method may be wrong, but their intention may still be good.

Wisdom helps us separate the message from the emotion attached to it.

If we focus only on the tone, we may miss valuable corrections.

Do not allow another person’s bad behaviour to produce bad behaviour in you.

Never surrender control of your spirit to external circumstances.

Your response should be governed by the Holy Spirit, not by people’s attitudes.

A gentle spirit is a powerful weapon.

It diffuses anger. It preserves relationships. It protects peace. It reflects Christ.

May we receive grace to remain calm, wise and Spirit-governed even in difficult moments.

Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
Judges 8:1-3; Leviticus 10:16-20; Proverbs 15:18; James 1:19-20

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of life and for the ministry of Your Spirit in me.

2. Lord, help me to develop a gentle and controlled spirit.

3. Father, teach me to respond wisely even under pressure or provocation.

4. O Lord, let my words bring peace, healing and edification to others.

5. Father, help me never to allow anger or offence to control my reactions.

*Declaration:*
My spirit is governed by the Holy Ghost, and my words carry wisdom, peace and grace in Jesus Christ’s name.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

20/05/2026

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May 20th, 2026

*Don’t Try to Control God*

*Bible Reading:*
2 Kings 5:1-14

*Focal Scripture:*
Isaiah 55:8

"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD."

One of the greatest keys to walking in the perfect will of God is learning to surrender completely to His ways.

Many people want God’s blessings, but they still want to control how God works, when He works and whom He uses.

But God cannot be controlled, manipulated or boxed into human expectations.

If we must experience the fullness of His will, we must allow Him to lead us according to His wisdom, not our preferences.

*Naaman’s Mistake*
Naaman was an honourable and mighty man, captain of the Syrian army, yet he almost missed his miracle because of pride and personal expectations.

When the prophet instructed him to wash in River Jordan seven times, he became angry because the process did not match his expectations.

He expected:

👉🏾 special treatment
👉🏾 dramatic manifestations
👉🏾 a method that suited his status
👉🏾 a process that looked prestigious

But God chose a simple instruction.

Naaman nearly lost his healing because he wanted God to move according to his own understanding.

God Does Not Consult Human Status

Many people miss divine visitation because they are too conscious of titles, positions and status.

Sometimes God will use:

👉🏾 someone younger than you
👉🏾 someone less educated
👉🏾 someone society ignores
👉🏾 an unlikely situation
👉🏾 a process that seems insignificant

God often chooses unlikely vessels so that the glory will belong to Him alone.

The danger is that pride can blind a person from recognizing divine help.

Don’t Despise God’s Methods

That job you consider too small may be the platform God wants to use to raise you.

That person you ignored may carry the word or opportunity connected to your next season.

That process you dislike may be preparing you for destiny.

God’s ways are often beyond human reasoning.

You cannot receive fully from God if you insist on controlling Him.

Faith is not demanding your own way; faith is trusting God’s way even when you do not fully understand it.

Spiritual maturity is seen in yieldedness.

Stop trying to script God’s movements.

Let Him choose:

👉🏾 the process
👉🏾 the timing
👉🏾 the vessel
👉🏾 the method

Your responsibility is obedience.

Even when His instructions seem unusual, trust His wisdom.

God never makes mistakes.

Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
Isaiah 55:6-13; Proverbs 3:5-6; Romans 8:28; 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of life and Your daily guidance.

2. Lord, forgive me for every time I resisted Your ways because they did not align with my expectations.

3. Father, help my heart to remain yielded and obedient to You always.

4. O Lord, give me sensitivity to recognize Your hand even in unlikely situations.

5. Father, let my life align completely with Your perfect will.

*Declaration:*
I yield completely to God’s wisdom, His methods and His timing, in Jesus Christ’s name.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

19/05/2026

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May 19th, 2026

*When God Truly Comes First*

*Focal Scripture:*
Matthew 6:33

"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."

So far, we have seen several attitudes and actions that position a believer for God’s favour and divine intervention.

Today, we shall consider another powerful principle:

*4. Acts That Show God Is Your Priority*

One of the clearest proofs of love and reverence for God is priority.

What comes first in your life reveals what truly controls your heart.

God does not merely want a place in your life; He desires first place.

When God becomes your priority, your decisions, resources, time, relationships and pursuits begin to revolve around His will and His Kingdom.

What Is Your Order of Priority?

Who comes first in your life?

👉🏾 God or self?
👉🏾 God or money?
👉🏾 God or ambition?
👉🏾 God or pleasure?

Your priorities are often revealed, not by your words, but by your actions.

What occupies your thoughts most? What receives your first attention? What controls your time and resources?

These things reveal the true order of your heart.

Putting God First Attracts Divine Attention

When a believer consistently honours God first, heaven responds.

Abraham demonstrated this when he obeyed God completely, even when obedience was costly.

Solomon prioritized God above personal gain, and God added wealth and honour to him.

God responds to hearts that genuinely seek Him first.

*The Principle of Firstness*

The issue is not merely giving God something; it is giving Him the first and best.

For example, in the matter of giving and tithing, a man who places God first does not wait until every personal need is satisfied before honouring God.

The principle throughout Scripture is the first fruits; acknowledging God first before every other thing.

This attitude demonstrates trust, dependence and honour.

Whatever is first in your life becomes your master.

When God truly becomes your priority:

👉🏾 obedience becomes easier
👉🏾 sacrifice becomes meaningful
👉🏾 service becomes joyful
👉🏾 Kingdom matters become important to you

A heart that prioritizes God will continually attract His guidance, provision and favour.

God must not become an afterthought in our lives.

He must remain central in our:

👉🏾 family
👉🏾 business
👉🏾 ministry
👉🏾 finances
👉🏾 relationships
👉🏾 decisions

When God sees that He truly comes first in your heart, He will entrust more into your hands.

Seek Him first — not occasionally, but consistently.

Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
John 21; Proverbs 3:9-10; Deuteronomy 6:5; Colossians 3:1-2

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of life and Your daily sustenance.

2. Lord, help me to make You the highest priority in every area of my life.

3. Father, let my actions flow from genuine love and reverence for You.

4. O Lord, help me to seek Your Kingdom above earthly pursuits.

5. Father, may my life continually bring honour and pleasure to You.

*Declaration:*
God is first in my life, and His favour continually speaks for me in Jesus Christ’s name.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

18/05/2026

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May 18th, 2026

*Understanding Divine Things and Divine Purpose*

*Focal Scripture:*
Romans 8:14

"For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God."

One of the greatest forces that shapes our experiences in the Kingdom is spiritual understanding.

What you know about God, His ways and His purpose will greatly determine how you relate with Him and how you experience His hand upon your life.

Many believers desire divine favour, yet few understand that spiritual understanding itself attracts God’s movement.

*Acts That Reveal Understanding of Divine Things and Divine Purpose*

A man who possesses spiritual understanding will live differently from one who is spiritually ignorant.

Revelation changes disposition.

When you understand that everything you have ultimately belongs to God, selfishness begins to lose its grip over your heart.

"What hast thou that thou didst not receive?" — 1 Corinthians 4:7

The understanding that we are merely stewards and caretakers of God’s resources makes obedience easier.

A spiritually minded believer does not hold tightly to possessions, opportunities, influence or wealth because he recognizes that all things came from God and belong to Him.

Divine Understanding Produces Kingdom Conduct

When a man understands divine purpose:

👉🏾 he becomes less possessive
👉🏾 he becomes more obedient
👉🏾 he becomes willing to release what God asks for
👉🏾 he sees himself as a steward, not an owner
👉🏾 he aligns his life with eternal purpose

God can trust a man who understands stewardship.

If God continually has access to what is in your hands, He will continually entrust more into your care.

Many people pray for increase, yet God looks for trustworthy stewards before releasing greater dimensions.

*Spiritual Understanding Brings Alignment*

A man who understands God’s purpose for his life will not live carelessly.

Spiritual understanding helps you to:

👉🏾 make wise decisions
👉🏾 discern divine direction
👉🏾 recognize God’s dealings
👉🏾 prioritize eternal values over temporary pleasures

The more aligned you are with God’s purpose, the more you experience His hand upon your life.

Revelation affects behaviour.

People who understand divine things behave differently because they see life differently.

Peter’s revelation of Jesus as the Christ opened doors of authority and divine trust unto him.

"Flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven." — Matthew 16:17

Divine understanding positions a believer for divine favour.

Pray for spiritual understanding.

Do not merely seek blessings — seek revelation.

A man who understands God’s heart will naturally walk in God’s ways, and those who walk in His ways will continually experience His favour.

May your eyes be enlightened to see life from God’s perspective.

Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
Romans 8:3-16; Matthew 16:13-19; Ephesians 1:17-18; 1 Corinthians 2:9-12

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of life and access to Your truth.

2. Lord, enlighten the eyes of my understanding concerning spiritual things.

3. Father, deliver me from every possessive and selfish spirit.

4. O Lord, help me to live as a faithful steward of all You have entrusted to me.

5. Father, order my steps according to Your divine purpose for my life.

*Declaration:*
I walk in spiritual understanding, and God’s hand moves mightily in my favour in Jesus Christ’s name.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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Faith and Doctrine

17/05/2026

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May 17th, 2026

*The Fear of God Attracts Divine Favour*

*Focal Scripture:*
Genesis 39:9

"...how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?"

Yesterday, we saw that one way to move God’s hand in our favour is by honouring Him with our lives. God clearly says:

"Them that honour me I will honour..." — 1 Samuel 2:30

Today, we shall consider another powerful principle that attracts God’s attention and favour:

*2. Live in the Fear of God*

The fear of God is not terror or panic; it is a deep reverence, honour, and consciousness of God that influences the way we live, speak, and make decisions.

A man who truly fears God will constantly ask: "Will this please God?"

Joseph is one of the clearest biblical examples of a man governed by the fear of God.

Though he was far from home, away from family supervision, and placed in a vulnerable environment, he still chose righteousness over pleasure.

Potiphar’s wife repeatedly attempted to seduce him, yet Joseph refused. His reason was profound:

"How then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?"

Notice that Joseph’s greatest concern was not:

👉🏾 being exposed
👉🏾 losing his position
👉🏾 public embarrassment
👉🏾 human punishment

His concern was offending God.

That is the true fear of God.

The Fear of God Governs Private Conduct

The real proof of the fear of God is often revealed in secret places — when nobody is watching.

A man may appear spiritual publicly, yet his private life may reveal a complete denial of God.

But when the fear of God truly dwells in a person:

👉🏾 Integrity becomes natural
👉🏾 sin becomes grievous
👉🏾 Compromise becomes difficult
👉🏾 obedience becomes intentional

The fear of God disciplines the heart.

The Fear of God Attracts Divine Reward

Throughout Scripture, God consistently rewards those who fear Him genuinely.

He made a covenant of peace with Phinehas because he stood passionately for God’s honour. God reveals His secrets to those who fear Him, preserves them, and shows them mercy.

"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom..." — Proverbs 1:7

A man who fears God cannot live carelessly.

Your choices reveal your fear.

The fear of God should influence:

👉🏾 your conversations
👉🏾 your relationships
👉🏾 your entertainment choices
👉🏾 your finances
👉🏾 your reactions
👉🏾 your secret life

When your life reflects genuine reverence for God, His favour naturally rests upon you.

It is wise to fear God.

In a generation where many fear men more than they fear God, believers must return to holy reverence.

Let your decisions be guided by the consciousness of God’s presence.

The fear of God will preserve you where gifts, intelligence, and connections may fail.

Shalom!

*Further Scriptures:*
Genesis 39:1-13; Psalm 25:14; Proverbs 8:13; Acts 10:34-35

*Prayer Focus:*

1. Father, thank You for the gift of life and Your sustaining mercy.

2. Lord, plant Your fear deeply in my heart.

3. Father, let my actions, reactions, and decisions reflect reverence for You.

4. O Lord, help me to live uprightly both publicly and privately.

5. Father, let my life continually attract Your favour and approval.

*Declaration:*
The fear of God governs my life, and His favour rests upon me continually in Jesus Christ’s name.

I am,
Sam Odunayo Adesuyi
(Lead servant, WOFAGOD)

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