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08/16/2026

Title: Bring Your Empty Vessels
Text: 2 Kings 4:3-6
God is always looking for empty vessels to demonstrate His greatness. When God calls anyone, He wants to be in control of the person. God will never assume a second place in your life; He always wants to be your Lord and Savior if you allow Him.
The word "vessel" in Scripture is sometimes used to represent a human being as a tool in the hand of the creature, God. An empty vessel, therefore, represents a believer who has totally surrendered to the will of His maker. Only an empty vessel can be filled. The reason many believers fail to showcase the nature of God in its fullness is that they appear full to God; therefore, He cannot fill them. The event in our text, 2 Kings 4:3-6, is a good analogy of how God fills His chosen vessels.
(i) God leads through instructions; only obedience guarantees the result. The man of God instructed the woman to gather vessels (2 Kings 4:3-4). Whenever we are disobedient to God’s instruction, we are simply saying we are already full. 1 Sam. 15:22; Jam. 1:22-25
(ii) God fills His vessels in secret. The man of God asked the woman to bring the vessels behind a closed door. Beware of Christianity that draws attention, because it is in secret that great vessels are made for God. 2 Kings 4:4; Matt. 6:6; Isa. 29:13
(iii) There is a part you have to play; God will always do His part, so do yours. The woman just needed to pour the oil, and it kept multiplying. Actions like praying, studying the scriptures, evangelizing, giving, exercising faith, etc., are some of the actions God expects from you. God’s blessings are not automatic; some actions activate them. 2 Kings 4:5; Phil. 2:12-13; Jam. 2:21-22
(iv) You need a faithful partner to accomplish God’s purpose. The woman had the total support of her son. Allow around you only those whose purpose or dream aligns with yours. Amos 3:3
(v) The degree to which you are empty determines how much you can be filled by God. The moment the woman agreed that the vessels were filled, the oil stopped. Many Christians stop the move of God in their lives the moment they enjoy a small encounter. They settle for a cup of water when God is still interested in giving them an ocean. They continue to live in the glory of the past when God wants them to grow daily in their experience of Him. 2 Kings 4:6; Matt. 5:6; 2 Kings 13:13-19; Rev. 3:17
Examine yourself today. Are you empty or full before the Lord? Remember, only empty vessels can be filled.

07/26/2026

Title: Pass Me Not
Text: Genesis 32:24-29
There is a saying that an opportunity lost may be difficult or impossible to regain. So is the situation of someone who encounters a divinely sent helper but fails to seize the occasion to his or her advantage. You will not miss your time of visitation in Jesus' name.
In Genesis 18:1-3, Abraham seized the opportunity of the Lord's visitation to receive the confirmation of His promise of fruitfulness (Gen. 12:1-3). He went the extra mile to entertain angels to his ultimate benefit. What you give to others may leave your hands, but it will never leave your life. Never hold back when there is an opportunity to give (Luke 6:38; Prov. 11:24-25).
The lepers in Luke 17:12-14 would have died being lepers, but because they did not close their mouths but cried out for help when help was available, their situation changed for the better forever. They knew that Jesus may never come to their city again, so they seized the only opportunity they had to receive their miracle. The blind Bartimaeus in Matt. 10:46-52 was another good example of someone who knew the importance of divine visitation. He did not allow the only opportunity he had to slip by but cried out, at the top of his voice, until Jesus heard him and healed him (Ps. 18:6). In our text, Gen. 32:24-29, Jacob wrestled with an angel of the Lord until he received his blessings. May you never be too big to cry out for help when needed, and may the Lord hear your cry of help today in Jesus' name.
There is also a need for unwavering faith in the Lord to benefit from His divine visitation. The woman with the issue of blood in Mark 5:25-34 was resolute in her mind that she wouldn’t miss her chance of healing on that fateful day. Besides, she had a very strong faith that if she could only touch the hem of Jesus’ garment, she would be healed. Her faith secured the miracle for her (Mark 5:34). Receive faith for divine healing today in Jesus’ name.
Your miracle is nearer than you think. Call on His name and believe strongly that He will do what He has promised. He will not pass you by even as He visits His people today in Jesus name.

07/19/2026

Title: Let God Work in You
Text: Philippians 2:12-13
Christianity is more than just a religion; it is a way of life. You are not a Christian by the number of Bible verses you have memorized, your church attendance or a church title you have, but by how well you have practically demonstrated the ways of Christ openly and secretly.
It is very easy and convenient for most Christians to pretend and hide their true identity when they are among their fellow brethren. This kind of deceitful lifestyle is what has brought Christianity in our time to just a mere shadow of itself. The failure of a few has inflicted stigma and damaged the credibility of the entire body of Christ (Rom. 2:24).
The truth of the matter is that such Christians are not even trying to grow in the grace of God. They are satisfied only with bearing the name “born-again”. Paul made it clear in our text, Phil. 2:12, that a major ingredient to Christian maturity is learning to “work out” your salvation carefully. This means practically applying all that you have learned in your walk of faith at every opportunity you have, especially when no one is watching (Gen. 39:9). However, the reason why many Christians fail to show up in this spiritual gym for a workout is that they either ignore or outrightly reject the main instrument for the gym; which is that God must first “work in them” before the workout is possible (Phil. 2:13). In other words, your personal dealings by the Holy Spirit through your submission is essential.
How often do you attend a church event with a strong assurance that you met with God, but feel disappointed hours later because of an uncontrollable anger at the slightest provocation? The question is not whether the event was ineffective, but rather how surrendered are you to the inner workings of the Holy Spirit? The more you allow the Holy Spirit to purge you of all anger, lustful desires, malice, bitterness, deceitfulness, falsehood, idolatry, etc., the more your workout will be productive, and the more your salvation experience will become real (i.e., be more like Christ) – Gal. 5:16. This won’t be comfortable or convenient, which is why many Christians missed it, but it's worth the pain and sacrifice (Mal. 3:3).
Stop playing religion; let Christ work in you so you can start exercising your spiritual muscle and grow in grace.

07/05/2026

Title: Count your blessings
Text: Psalms 103:1-5
God’s faithfulness and mercies cover everyone without exception. Failure to take stock of all His blessings in our lives often deprives us of many more benefits from Him (Ps. 68:19). You will be amazed at what you’ve got if only you can sit back and recount God’s manifold blessings in your life.
There is no one that God has not been good to. As long as you are still living, there are at least one or two things the Lord has done for you – just the gift of life in itself is a blessing (Job 14:7-9). The abilities to breathe in free air, to sleep soundly, and to wake up by yourself are all confirmation of God’s goodness to you (Ps. 103:1-5). Many don’t appreciate what they have until they either lose it or see someone in dire need of that same thing they take for granted. May you never lose any of the free gifts God has blessed you with in Jesus’ name.
It may surprise you to know that many of the blessings of God you take for granted constitute some people’s prayer points. Learn to appreciate God more by thanking Him for those seemingly trivial or small blessings, rather than focusing on the bigger ones you are still expecting from Him (1 Thess. 5:18). Spend each day of this month taking inventory of God’s blessings for you, and you will discover that God is good all the time.

06/21/2026

Title: God-endorsed father
Text: Genesis 18:17-19
A fruit is a representation of the kind of tree it originates from. Quality upbringing and quality mentorship ultimately produce people of refined and exceptional character. Our society is suffering a character decay today because we lack God-endorsed fathers.
Many people could spend their fortune to prop up their image and enhance their public relations (PR). Politicians spend huge sums to secure endorsements from renowned, well-respected public figures for the same purpose: a positive public perception. Yet, we can recognize an eternal endorsement from the ultimate Father (God) in Genesis 18:19 of the great father, Abraham, who should become the template of fatherhood. God was putting his name and integrity on the line for this endorsement, which makes it more important to consider Abraham as a father.
(i)Abraham was a man of integrity who not only taught his children the same but lived by it. Gen. 18:19; Gen. 17:1
(ii)Abraham was devoted to God all his life, and wherever he went, he did not lose his symbol of devotion (he was always building altars). He also actively involved his children in his devotional life, which is why they continued to serve God even after his death. Gen. 12:8; 13:4
(iii) Abraham modelled a life of generosity and kindness to his children. Gen. 13:8-9; Gen. 14:12-14
(iv) Abraham was a man of prayer and faith, always interceding on behalf of his family and household. Gen. 18:23-33
Abraham passed on all his godly characteristics to his children and descendants not just by words but by demonstrating them in how he lived. No wonder God trusted in his fatherly competence and endorsed him to every future generation. Can God trust your own fatherly conduct?

06/14/2026

Title: Renewing the mind
Text: Romans 12:2
The mind is a very crucial part of human life. Everything we say or do originates from our mind (Prov. 23:7). If we must fulfill God’s purpose for our lives, there are certain things we must change. Renewing means to change something from bad to good (or old to new) as an ongoing process. It is a continuous transformation, which is what the Lord expects from us until His full image is formed in us. So, what are common things a Christian should change from as part of this ongoing transformation process?
(i) You must change from the ways and customs of the world. Your life pursuits and aspirations should not be focused only on worldly gains. 1 John 2:15-16; 1 Tim. 6:6-7
(ii) You need to come out of every mold or stereotype, either imposed or assumed, that has been affecting your thinking. Some people have been told that they cannot go beyond a certain level of achievement, and they have unconsciously allowed that in their thinking. You need to get rid of every negative thinking. Mark 10:46-52; 1 Tim. 4:12; Zech. 4:10.
(iii) Change from the mentality of a beggar to that of a son that has the right to God’s inheritance. God is your father; never assume there is anything too big for God to do for you. Rom. 8:14-16; Gal. 4:1-7; Matt. 6:9-13.
(iv) Change from being fearful to being courageous. 2 Tim. 1:7; Josh. 1:6.
(v) Change from being far from God to being closer to Him. Isa. 59:1-2; James 4:8.
To achieve these, you must:
(i) Pray for the grace and courage to take the steps necessary for the change. Luke 18:1; 1 Thess. 5:17
(ii) Improve on the time you spend in studying and meditating on the Word of God. 2 Tim. 2:15; Josh. 1:8.
(iii) Be open to new ideas and ways of thinking that are in line with God’s word. Acts 10:9-16; Prov. 13:20; 15:22.
(vi) Have an open mind to criticism that exposes your shortcomings; we are all work in progress until we meet Him in glory. Prov. 12:1; Prov. 9:8.
(vi) Occupy your mind with productive thinking but not with destructive thinking. Slandering, back-biting, gossiping, wasteful jesting, etc., should be strongly avoided. You may need to cut off some unfruitful friendships. 1 Corin. 10:5; Phil. 4:8.

05/31/2026

Title: God of Wonders
Text: Acts 10:38
God is the greatest performer of wonders; an act that amazes and brings a sense of astonishment and reference. That is why He is often referred to as the “God of wonders” (Job 5:9; Ps. 77:14). From creation to now, and throughout eternity, He will continue to do wonders (Heb. 13:8).
The complexity of the structure of the universe, the arrangements of nature, and even the perfect design of the human body are all expressions of His wonders. In the scriptures, we saw how a word from Him calmed the storm, stopped the hemorrhage of many years, opened the blind eyes, and restored a madman to his normal self (Mark 4:35-41; Matt. 9:20-22; Mark 10:46-52; Luke 8:26-39). Even in contemporary times, we have witnessed people who had been diagnosed with damaged organs in their bodies being completely healed, with brand new organs, after being prayed for.
This is a clear testimony that God is still in the business of doing wonders. Therefore, if you are wondering whether the stories in the Bible are just fairy tales or whether contemporary testimonies are just staged performances, I have good news for you. God can do wonders in your life as well, only if you can believe (Mark 9:23). Have you received a scary diagnosis or are you currently trapped in a seemingly dire situation, or facing a tough decision process now?
Jesus is standing by to give you a brand-new testimony, because He is always doing good (Acts 10:38). Just allow Him to save you first by accepting Him as your Lord and Savior. Afterward, relay your issues to Him in faith and watch Him perform the wonder you have been waiting for. Why not just say a word of prayer now and let the miracle begin?

05/24/2026

Title: God Answers Prayer
Text: Matthew 7:7-8
Prayer is a spiritual tool available to believers for engaging heavenly intervention to address earthly pursuits. It’s a ritual that’s expected to yield results. However, the experience of many believers in prayer is a mixed one. Some are frustrated by a lack of results; some see partial results, while others have an exceptional life of constant answers to prayer. The latter is God's expectation for all His children regarding prayer (Jer. 33:3).
When we consider the Bible's stand on the issue of prayer, we’ll discover that failure in prayer is never the fault of God but ours (Matt. 7:8; Isa. 59:1-2; Jam. 4:3). So, when faced with lots of unanswered prayers, it is wrong to start pointing fingers at God; we need to examine ourselves.
- We cannot be full of sin (immorality, bitterness, unforgiveness, malice) and expect God to hear us. God is Holy, so a sinner’s prayer is repulsive to God, unless it’s a prayer of repentance. Hab. 1:13; Isa. 59:1-2; Isa. 1:19
- It is possible we are not asking God what we really need. Sometimes, people think they are praying when in reality they are only complaining. God listens to prayers and not complaints. John 5:6-7; Jam. 4:2
- It is possible we are not asking correctly. God only answers prayers that align with His will. Sometimes God delays answering some prayers because we do not yet have the grace to handle what we are asking for. Jam. 4:3; 1 John 5:14; Rom. 8:26-27
- Some issues need a higher level of consecration and consistency. There is always an adversary for every level of greatness; some with a higher degree of resistance than others. Dan. 10:13; Luke 18:1; Prov. 24:10
Maybe it’s time to change your prayer style and ask God to reveal the exact thing you are doing wrong with prayer so you can start engaging this spiritual tool correctly.

05/17/2026

Title: Fear Not
Text: Isaiah 41:10
Peace is not the absence of danger but the ability to remain calm amid frightening circumstances. Life may look gloomy and fearful at times, putting us in a dire moment of panic and uncertainty. An awful medical diagnosis, being unable to pay your bills, or job loss, can result in paralyzed emotion. However, God’s word of assurance remains “fear not”.
God’s intention here is not to make you deny your fear, but He wants you to be in control of it. This is because a person overtaken by fear cannot be responsive to God at the same time, since fear is of the devil (Rom. 6:16). Please know these facts about fear:
- Fear is a weapon of the devil to rob believers of their blessings. 1 John 4:18
- Fear is the opposite of faith. You cannot have fear and exercise faith at the same time. Heb. 11:6; Matt. 14:28-31
- A common acronym for fear is (False Evidence Appearing Real). In other words, the devil can paint a scary picture of a minor problem to cause panic and anxiety. Num. 13:33; Prov. 23:7
- Fear can sometimes be a sign of pride. You are sorely afraid of a problem because you think you are incapable of solving it. The fear goes away the moment you completely trust in the Lord’s ability to handle it. Prov. 3:5-6
You need to be aware that God wants you in control of your fear. The statement “fear not” appears about 365 times in the Bible, implying God wants you equipped with an antidote to fear every day as you pursue life. You can overcome your fear if you are intentional about it. Meditate on the word of God daily and stop feeding on junk information from the world (Jos. 1:8-9). Be open and sincere before God in prayer about your challenges, worries, and fears. Tell Him you can’t handle it by yourself, then trust Him to take care of them (Heb. 4:15-16).

05/02/2026

Title: The fullness of God
Text: Psalm 24:1-5
It is a non-controversial truth that God is the possessor of every treasure of wealth and wellness that ever exists in the entire universe. Little wonder the scripture affirms that His provision for His children is not based on any earthly economic standard but on heaven’s ever-flowing abundance (Phil. 4:19).
The limitless capacity of God, referred to in Psalm 24:1 as “His fullness”, is a demonstration of His all-sufficiency. Don’t be deceived by the gravity of your marital, financial, career, or spiritual challenges; God is bigger than them all. He is all you need in every circumstance of life if only you can trust in His ability.
However, only those who are God’s true children are qualified to access this fullness. Specifically, those who have separated themselves from the pollution and compromise of the World (Ps. 24:3-5; 1 John 2:15). They are those who have chosen to trust in God, no matter the cost; those who have determined not to deny their faith for a short-term gain or comfort; those who will not bow to worldly pressure but stick with God’s process, even though it may be delayed (Heb. 11:24-25). They are the people who can command heaven’s attention when they cry.
May the Lord help you to do away with everything that can disqualify you from entering and dwelling in His fullness this month, in Jesus’ name.

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