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Christ Embassy Owokade, Lagos (2026)

20/08/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL BY PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME Dsc. Dsc. DD.
THURSDAY AUGUST 20 2026

TOPIC: AN IMPORTANT LESSON IN SOUL WINNING

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven (Matthew 5:16).

Sometimes, when you tell people to win souls, their minds go straight to someone they already know, perhaps a neighbour, flatmate or roommate, a friend, co-worker or relative. The same person they’ve been witnessing to for years but hasn’t responded. So, whenever soul winning is mentioned, that’s where their thoughts go.

While that may be okay, you need to understand something more about how soul winning works. Those closest to you often don’t need repeated persuasion. Your life already speaks to them. The Lord didn’t say keep talking until they see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Rather, He said let your light so shine, referring to your Christian conduct and character, your walk in the Word. These already communicate Christ to them.

Therefore, don’t turn evangelism into endless arguments or repeated explanations with the same individuals. But more importantly, pray for them. Live the Word before them. Let your Christ-like life be the evidence. They’ll observe, reflect, and someday be ready to seek answers. At such a time, a simple explanation would be all they need.

But as long as they keep resisting and arguing with you, reach out to other people. Don’t allow familiarity to limit your reach. There are many who haven’t heard, many who are ready, many beyond your immediate circle, who will receive the Gospel when you speak. Reach out to those ones. Share the Gospel with those who are open and willing.

Sometimes, the adversary uses the same resistant individuals as a distraction, keeping you occupied while others who are ready remain unreached. Don’t fall into that trap. Be led by wisdom. Be intentional. Shine where you are, but go where the Spirit leads you.

Prayer / Confession

I’m guided by the wisdom of God to be effective in soul winning. My light shines everywhere, and those in my world see my Christ-life and glorify God. My life is a testimony of God’s truth, glory and righteousness, and through me, many are brought into salvation today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study

Proverbs 11:30; Mark 16:15; Luke 10:1-6

1-Year Bible Reading Plan:
1 Corinthians 5; Psalms 117-118

2-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Colossians 1:1-8; Jeremiah 5

11/08/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL
PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME Dsc. Dsc. DD.
TUESDAY AUGUST 11 2026

TOPIC: ABOVE THE ELEMENTS OF THIS WORLD

Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances? (Colossians 2:20).

As a child of God, you’re not subject to the elements of this world. This isn’t mere rhetoric; it’s the revelation of your nature and position in Christ. The Bible says you’re dead with Christ to the rudiments, the elemental principles of this world. That means they don’t govern you; you reign over them.

Always remember that being born again, you’re not of this world. You’re superior to Satan and the disabling influences of this world. You’re not subject to the same limitations of the unregenerate man. There’s a higher law by which you live: the law of the Spirit of life, and it overrides the natural laws of this world.

For example, when faced with harsh weather conditions, the natural response for the natural man is to yield and say, “It’s too cold,” or “It’s unbearably hot,” and then adapt to such natural elements. But faith responds differently. You rise above it. You declare your dominion over the elements of this world.

When you’re confronted with an unfavourable condition in your health or finances, don’t accept them as final. Don’t live by the projections of so-called economic and medical experts. Rather, respond on the basis of God’s Word. The Word of God is the governing principle of the divine life in you; it overrides the natural laws and elements of this world.

The Apostle John affirms, “Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them…” (1 John 4:4). Act on the Word. Refuse to be limited by natural conditions. You don’t have to deny their existence, but you must prohibit their authority over you. The Lord Jesus said, “…be of good cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).

He overcame the world, its systems and elements. And when He did, you were in Him. Walk in this consciousness and consistently manifest victory, dominion and excellence over the systems, structures, and elements of this world.

Prayer / Confession

Dear Father, I thank you for the life of victory you’ve given me in Christ. I’m not subject to the elements of this world, for the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus is at work in me. I walk in dominion and exercise authority over circumstances, systems, structures and principles of this world today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study

Colossians 2:20 DNT; Galatians 4:3-4; Galatians 6:14 NIV

1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Romans 12:17-21; Romans 13:1-14; Psalms 89

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
Philippians 1:23-30; Isaiah 62

06/08/2026

Rhapsody Of Realities By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
6th August, 2026

Topic: A Conscious Awareness

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

In our previous study, we learnt about the testimony, the witness, the undeniable reality that God has given us eternal life, and “this life” is in the Son. Whoever has the Son has life. In today’s study, observe something beautiful about God’s intention: He wants you to be consciously aware that you have eternal life.

That awareness is vital because when you’re aware of a truth, you act accordingly. So, you ought to know with certainty that you have eternal life, not when you get to heaven but NOW! There’s a difference between having something and being conscious of it. You may possess a reality and yet not live in the good of it because you’re not aware.

Think about it: if you’re told something is extremely hot, even without touching it, you’ll handle it with caution. That awareness influences your actions. In the same way, when you become conscious that you have eternal life, it changes how you think, how you speak, and how you live.

You’re not a human being trying to acquire the divine life, no; you were born divine, being born of God: “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). It helps you understand why He said through the psalmist, “I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High” (Psalms 82:6).

Take a hold of this truth. Refuse to be more conscious of the human life that’s subject to fear, limitations and the elements of this world. The Word says, “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). The life in you is the transcendent life. When you’re conscious of it, your life will be the proof of its reality. You’ll manifest the God-life naturally, effortlessly and consistently.

PRAYER

Dear Father, I thank you for my eternal life in Christ Jesus. I live with the consciousness that I have the God-life now, and I walk in this reality every day. Eternal life in me produces victory, excellence and dominion in Christ Jesus. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

1 John 5:11-13 (NIV)
And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. [12] Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. [13] I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.

John 5:24 (KJV)
Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.

Colossians 1:27 (NIV)
To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 9:1-29 & Psalms 74-77

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Ephesians 6:10-20 & Isaiah 57

05/08/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL
PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME Dsc. Dsc. DD.
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 05 2026
TOPIC: LIFE THROUGH THE SON—JESUS CHRIST

And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son (1 John 5:11).

Eternal life isn’t an abstract idea, nor is it something reserved for the future. It’s located, defined, and experienced in one place—the Son of God—Jesus Christ. Notice the language of the Spirit; it’s deliberate, precise, and absolute. He didn’t say God will give us eternal life but that He has given us eternal life.

Then He goes further: “Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life” (1 John 5:12 NIV). This is definitive. It’s not a matter of opinion, background, or human association. The determining factor is simple: do you have the Son? If you do, then you have eternal life.

Verse 13 further reveals the Spirit’s intention: it’s for you to know, not assume, hope, or speculate that you have eternal life: “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life” (NIV).

Eternal life isn’t just an endless duration of existence; it’s the very life and nature of God imparted to your spirit at the New Birth. This life supplants the human life you were born with from your parents; it doesn’t coexist with it. That’s why the Lord Jesus said you must be born again (John 3:7). You’re not improved; you’re recreated.

If this life is truly in you, then it must find expression. Eternal life has the capacity to impart life. It’s why you can live above sickness, fear, and the elements of this world. You’re not born or sustained by blood, the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man; you’re born of God (John 1:13); you’re animated by divine life. When you live with this awareness, you’ll rise above the ordinary and manifest the extraordinary life of God.

Prayer / Confession
Dear Father, I thank you for imparting eternal life to my spirit and making me a partaker of the divine nature. I live with the consciousness of this divine life in me, expressing your nature, manifesting your glory, and walking in dominion over circumstances. I walk in the reality of who I am in Christ, impacting my world with your divine life in me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study
John 3:16; 1 John 5:12-13; John 10:10 NIV

1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Romans 8:18-39; Psalms 70-73

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
Ephesians 6:1-9; Isaiah 56

30/07/2026

Rhapsody Of Realities By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
30 July 2026
Topic: The Reality Of His Benevolence

The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works – Psalm 145:9

Did you know that God is more willing to do you good than you could ever be willing to receive it? He’s more ready to help you in any situation, more eager to supply whatever you need in abundance. And beyond your needs, He delights to give you what you want.

Some people say, “God gives you what you need but not what you want.” That’s not true. The problem is that many don’t know how to ask, and then they don’t know how to receive. But the Bible teaches us both—how to ask and how to receive. The Lord Jesus said in John 16:24, “…ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.”

Practice this and you’ll live in superabundance; an overflow. It’s been my experience in life: I receive whatever I want so much so that my challenge is not to desire anything too much, because if I want something, I get it. And you can be sure it won’t come in trickles but in abundance. Sometimes when things come to me like that, I say, “Lord, this is too much. I didn’t mean it like that!” But that’s the reality of His benevolence.

What’s benevolence? It’s God’s benefaction. It’s His disposition to be good to you, always willing to bless you, always willing to grant the desires of your heart. It’s His constant readiness to do you good, to help you, to lift you. You never have to qualify for it. This is one of the blessings of the Holy Spirit in your life. He does it because He loves you in Christ Jesus.

What I’m sharing with you isn’t only scriptural; it’s practical. Put it to work. Walk in the consciousness of God’s benevolence towards you. You’ll discover that you never have to struggle for anything. Things will start happening suddenly for you. The angels will be responding to your desires faster than the speed of thought. That’s how generous God is. He’s gracious, loving and kind. His goodness toward you is unfailing.

PRAYER

Dear Father, I thank you for your goodness and benevolence towards me. I walk in the consciousness of your blessings, provisions, increase and superabundance. My life is a testimony of your kindness and generosity, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

Psalm 23:6 (KJV)
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

Luke 12:32 (KJV)
Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

James 1:17 (KJV)
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.

Psalm 68:19 (KJV)
Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Selah.

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 5:1-11 & Psalm 49-51

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Ephesians 4:17-24 & Isaiah 50

28/07/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL
PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME Dsc. Dsc. DD.
TUESDAY JULY 28 2026

TOPIC: GOD LOVES YOU SPECIALLY

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).

God loves everybody. The Bible says He so loved the world, people, and He sent Jesus, His Son, to save them from their sins. So, God is love, and He loves all men. However, from the Scriptures, we find that God also loves some people specially.

Solomon is an example: when he was born, the Bible tells us the Lord loved him (2 Samuel 12:24). This was special. The Lord Jesus also loved John specially. John knew it so much, he called himself the disciple whom Jesus loved. The rich young ruler who came to ask Jesus questions is also another example; the Bible says Jesus loved him (Mark 10:17-21).

Did you know you also can walk in this special love? Absolutely! That’s God’s desire for you. Remember the scripture, “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 love of God here refers to God loving you. And when God loves you, He loves through you. That's one of the signs that His love has been directed towards you: it works through you to others.

That’s what we find in Solomon. The Lord loved him specially, and he, in turn, loved people. God’s love worked through him to love others. Because he loved the people, he made them successful as he was successful. The prosperity of Solomon was revealed through others in his kingdom. That’s why Israel was so prosperous in his days. There was no poverty. Gold was everywhere in abundance, and silver was not valued during his reign.

God loves you specially, and this makes you a conduit of His love and blessings to others. Make a decision today to walk in this truth: you have become God's mighty hand for others. Everywhere you go, let His love go with you. When people meet you, let them get introduced to the love of God as He manifests Himself through you in loving them.

Prayer / Confession
Dear Father, I thank you for your special love towards me. I live daily in the consciousness of your love, and I am a channel and a conduit of that love to others. Your love is expressed through me, bringing transformation, blessings, and impact everywhere I go, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study
Romans 5:8; Ephesians 3:17-19; 1 John 4:16

1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Romans 3:1-31; Psalms 42-44

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
Ephesians 4:1-10; Isaiah 48

26/07/2026

You are specially invited to participate in Day 3 (GRAND FINALE) of Healing Streams with Pastor Chris @ 2pm GMT+1 today 26th July, 2026. Kindly use this link: https://herald.healingstreams.tv/DIVINEIJO

God bless you!

25/07/2026

You are specially invited to participate in Day 2 of Healing Streams with Pastor Chris @ 2pm GMT+1 today 25th July, 2026. Kindly use this link: https://herald.healingstreams.tv/DIVINEIJO

God bless you!

24/07/2026

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You are specially invited to participate in the Healing Streams with Pastor Chris @ 2pm GMT+1 from 24th - 26th July, 2026. Kindly use this link: https://herald.healingstreams.tv/IDJOE2001

God bless you!

24/07/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL
PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME Dsc. Dsc. DD.
FRIDAY JULY 24 2026

TOPIC: BUILT FOR SUCCESS BY THE WORD

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee (Isaiah 26:3).

Very early in my life, the Lord set me on course for a life of ever-increasing success and impact. I got acquainted with the Word of God very early in life and I’m forever grateful to the Lord for that. I was born again before I was nine years old and began to preach the Gospel not long after. I started winning my friends to Christ, and shortly after, I began a fellowship. By fifteen, I was already holding crusades. From then on, the journey has been from glory to glory.

When God sets you on course and your mind is stayed on Him, the Word declares that He will keep you in perfect peace because you trust in Him. That peace is the peace of prosperity, a life that continually moves forward.

Psalm 1:3 describes this life clearly: “And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” This is the result when you give attention to the Word, to shape your life. The result is extraordinary. You’re like a tree planted by the rivers of water, bearing fruit in season. There’s no failure in your life.

I love the way the AMPC describes it in Joshua 1:8: “This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have good success." When you give yourself to the Word, you deal wisely and have good success.

What a life; a life built only for success. It’s the result of meditating on the Word; the Word reproduces itself in you. The Word of God is seed. Meditation keeps it rooted in your spirit such that it governs your mentality to only walk and talk the Word. Your life becomes the demonstration of the Word. Hallelujah.

PRAYER / CONFESSION

Dear Father, I thank you for the power and efficacy of your Word in my life. My mind is stayed on you, and I walk in perfect peace and unending prosperity. I give myself wholly to your Word, meditating on it day and night, and it produces in me a life of continuous success and fruitfulness. My life is the expression of your Word, and I walk in victory always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

Colossians 3:16; Hebrews 4:12; Acts 20:32

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 28:17-31; Psalms 30-31

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Ephesians 2:1-10; Isaiah 44

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