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*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD__Saturday, May 23rd 2026_*CHRIST—THE CHIEF C...
23/05/2026

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD_

_Saturday, May 23rd 2026_

*CHRIST—THE CHIEF CORNERSTONE*

_*...The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes? (Matthew 21:42).*_

We learnt, in our previous study, one of the clearest truths in Scripture: The Lord Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Church. This is not an idea or a mere concept. In Matthew 21:42, He identified Himself as the stone spoken of in prophecy, the One rejected by the builders yet chosen by God to become the head of the corner.

The Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, also stated this plainly in 1 Corinthians 3:11, *“For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.”* That settles it. The Lord Jesus Christ is the only true foundation. No other foundation can be laid.

This aligns perfectly with the prophecy of Isaiah: *“Therefore thus saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation…”* (Isaiah 28:16). God was speaking here about a Person—Christ Jesus, who also quoted the same prophetic words in Psalm 118:22, when He said, *“…Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?”* (Matthew 21:42).

The rejection of Christ didn’t cancel God’s plan. It fulfilled it. The One they refused became the cornerstone of God’s eternal structure. In Acts chapter 4, the apostles proclaimed this truth boldly and made it unmistakable: *“This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner”* (Acts 4:11).

This is why the *“rock”* Jesus spoke of in Matthew 16 is not a revelation, and it’s not Peter. The Scriptures consistently identify Christ as the Rock, the Stone, the Foundation, and the Chief cornerstone. Paul further confirms this in Ephesians 2:20 when he said by the Spirit that we *“...are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.”*

The stability of the Church is Christ, and those who believe in Him are founded on the Rock, immovable and victorious forever! This is the glory of the Gospel. Hallelujah!

*PRAYER / CONFESSION*

I’m founded on Christ, the Sure Foundation and Chief Cornerstone of the Church. My faith is anchored on Him alone and my life is built on His unshakable truths. I walk in stability, confidence and victory because I am founded on the Rock, Christ Jesus. Amen!

*FURTHER STUDY*

1 Peter 2:6-8 NKJV; Isaiah 8:14; Psalm 118:22-23

*1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*

John 11:1-16; 2 Kings 10-12

*2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*

1 Corinthians 11:30-34; Proverbs 19

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD__Friday, May 22nd 2026_*THE CHURCH IS BUILT ...
22/05/2026

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD_

_Friday, May 22nd 2026_

*THE CHURCH IS BUILT ON CHRIST*

_*📖 And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven. And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church..."(Matthew 16:16-18).*_

Over the years, many have grossly misunderstood the underlined portion of the Scripture above. Some have assumed the *"rock"* was the revelation Peter gave when he said Jesus was the Christ. Others have even assumed the *"rock"* was Peter himself. But neither of these is true.

The Lord Jesus was speaking about a Person when He said, *"Upon this rock"* He was referring to Himself- Christ! In Greek, the distinction becomes even clearer. The Lord Jesus called Peter *"Petrus"* meaning a stone, but He referred to the foundation as *" Petra*" meaning a rock, a founding stone.

The Lord is that rock. He wasn't saying, *"Upon this 'Petrus'I will build my Church"* but "Upon this "Petra" which is Christ the Rock, a foundation, a sure cornerstone: Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation..."(Isaiah 28:16). Christ had already been known in prophetic writings as the Rock.

So, when Peter said *"Thou art the Christ"* he was declaring that the Lord Jesus was the promised foundation. He was the one spoken of as the sure cornerstone. And the Master responded by revealing the prophetic reality: the Church would be built upon Christ, the Rock, and nothing from hell could prevail against it.

This connects with the prophetic vision in Daniel. Daniel spoke of the stone cut out without hands that struck the image at its feet of iron and clay, and the whole structure collapsed (Daniel 2:34-35). That stone became a great mountain and filled the whole earth.

The interpretation was clear *"then was the iron, the clay, the brass, the silver, and the gold, broken to pieces together, and became like the chaff of the summer threshing floors; and the wind carried them away, that no place was found for them: and the stone that smote the image became a great mountain, and filled the whole earth"* (Daniel 2:35). That's the mountain of the Lord's house.

The stone is Christ, and that mountain is His everlasting as dominion. The Church is built on Christ, and because the Church stands firm on Him, the gates of hell cannot prevail against it. This is the certainty of our faith. Christ is our Rock; we're established on Him forever.

*PRAYER*

Dear Father, thank you for the light of your Word and the certainty of the truth revealed in Christ. My faith is established on Christ, the Rock, and the Gospel prevails in every nation, and the righteousness of Christ is established in the hearts of men, in Jesus'Name. Amen.

*📚FURTHER STUDY:*

1 Corinthians 3:11; Ephesians 2:19-22; 1 Peter 2:4-6

*1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*

John 10:22-42 & 2 Kings 8-9

*2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*

1 Corinthians 11:20-29 & Proverbs 18

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD__Wednesday, May 20th 2026_*📜CUT OFF SATANIC ...
20/05/2026

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD_

_Wednesday, May 20th 2026_

*📜CUT OFF SATANIC INFLUENCES*

_*📖And when they had gone through the isle unto Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Barjesus (Acts 13:6).*_

Acts 13 gives us a clear picture of how Satan tries to resist the Gospel, especially when it’s about to reach those in positions of leadership. An example is seen in Acts 13:6 when Saul (Paul) and Barnabas went through the Isle of Paphos, preaching the Gospel. The proconsul, Sergius Paulus, whom the Bible describes as “a prudent man,” desired to hear the Word of God and sent for Barnabas and Saul (Acts 13:7). He wanted to know more about Jesus Christ.

But there was someone closely associated with him who wouldn’t let that happen; Acts 13:6-8 the Amplified Classic version reveals it: _*“When they had passed through the entire island of Cyprus as far as Paphos, they came upon a certain Jewish wizard or sorcerer, a false prophet named Bar-Jesus. He was closely associated with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, who was an intelligent and sensible man of sound understanding; he summoned to him Barnabas and Saul and sought to hear the Word of God [concerning salvation in the kingdom of God attained through Christ]. But Elymas the wise man--for that is the translation of his name [which he had given himself]--opposed them, seeking to keep the proconsul from accepting the faith.”*_ He resisted and tried to stop the leader from receiving the Word.

Then the Bible says, _*“…Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him, and said, O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord”*_ (Acts 13:9-10)? Paul wasn’t speaking by suspicion or emotion; he spoke by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. He called him who he truly was: a child of the devil, an enemy of all righteousness.

Many world leaders have such people around them who distract them from the truth and keep them from hearing the Word of God. This is why we take our stand in prayer to cut off such influences from the leaders of nations. Every so often, in praying for the leaders of nations, governments and institutions of this world, declare that the counsels of the “Elymases” of this world are frustrated and silenced; cut off their influence from the leaders. Pray that all around the world, the hearts of presidents, kings, governors, lawmakers, and decision-makers are open to hear and receive the Word of God and the Gospel is producing results in their lives.

Pray also that the Spirit grants them discernment to recognise deception, and that righteous influences surround them, creating access for the Gospel to be preached, received freely, and spread rapidly all around the world. Hallelujah!

*🗣️CONFESSION*

*The Word of God prevails in the hearts of leaders and decision makers across the nations today. Every satanic influence to resist the Gospel and turn them away from the truth is cut off by the power of the Holy Spirit. God’s wisdom and righteousness dominate the nations, and His truth is established without resistance, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.*

*FURTHER STUDY📖=>* *||* *1 Timothy 2:1-4 KJV I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; [2] For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. [3] For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; [4] Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.* *||*

*||* *Acts 13:6-12 NIV They traveled through the whole island until they came to Paphos. There they met a Jewish sorcerer and false prophet named Bar-Jesus, [7] who was an attendant of the proconsul, Sergius Paulus. The proconsul, an intelligent man, sent for Barnabas and Saul because he wanted to hear the word of God. [8] But Elymas the sorcerer (for that is what his name means) opposed them and tried to turn the proconsul from the faith. [9] Then Saul, who was also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked straight at Elymas and said, [10] “You are a child of the devil and an enemy of everything that is right! You are full of all kinds of deceit and trickery. Will you never stop perverting the right ways of the Lord? [11] Now the hand of the Lord is against you. You are going to be blind for a time, not even able to see the light of the sun.” Immediately mist and darkness came over him, and he groped about, seeking someone to lead him by the hand. [12] When the proconsul saw what had happened, he believed, for he was amazed at the teaching about the Lord.* *||*

*📖DAILY SCRIPTURE READING📖*

*1-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>* John 9:1-41 & 2 Kings 4-5

*2-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>* 1 Corinthians 11:1-11 & Proverbs 16

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD__Tuesday, May 19th 2026_*HE ALWAYS PRESERVES...
19/05/2026

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD_

_Tuesday, May 19th 2026_

*HE ALWAYS PRESERVES HIS PURPOSE*

_*📖And one told David, saying, Ahithophel is among the conspirators with Absalom. And David said, O LORD, I pray thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness (2 Samuel 15:31).*_

In our previous study, we referenced how Absalom, David’s son, led a strong conspiracy against David, his father. Ahithophel was greatly revered as one who spoke from God, but he joined Absalom’s camp, strengthening the conspiracy against David even further. As a result, David prayed to the Lord to turn Ahithophel’s wisdom to foolishness.

But something remarkable followed David’s prayer. The Bible says David went up to the top of the mount where
he worshipped God, and right there, Hushai the Archite came to meet him. God’s answer showed up in the form of a man, a strategic placement.

David immediately understood what that meant and what to do. He told Hushai to return to the city and present himself to Absalom as a servant, just as he had served him, David. The purpose was clear: Hushai would be positioned where he could counter and defeat the counsel of Ahithophel from within Absalom’s camp.This is a striking picture of how God preserves His purpose. Even when satanic strategies rise through subtle counsellors, God has His own people, His own instruments of wisdom and righteousness who can frustrate and dismantle those plots.

Thus, if you’re a leader, it matters who’s in your cabinet or inner circle, those who have access and can influence your decisions. They must be those who stand as voices for righteousness and truth, those who’ll cause God’s purpose to prevail and keep prevailing in our world.

God, in His wisdom, always has His “Hushais” among the leaders of nations, men and women positioned by the Spirit to frustrate wicked counsel and ensure that the will of God is done. Always pray that the leaders recognise these men and women positioned by the Spirit to frustrate wicked counsel and ensure that the will of God is done. Always pray that the leaders recognise these men and women He has positioned strategically to help them preserve righteousness and advance His purpose in the nations. Hallelujah!

PRAYER

Dear Father, your wisdom and righteousness prevails in the nations as your children uphold the truth of the Gospel and establish righteousness around the world. Your will is done in the earth, and your dominion spreads unhindered, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

📚FURTHER STUDY:
Proverbs 21:30; 2 Samuel 15:31-34 NKJV; Job 5:12

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 8:48-59 & 2 Kings 1-3

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Corinthians 10:22-33 & Proverbs 15

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONALMONDAY, 18TH MAY 2026PASTOR CHRIS THEME: SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT IN LEADERSHIPAnd th...
18/05/2026

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL
MONDAY, 18TH MAY 2026
PASTOR CHRIS

THEME: SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT IN LEADERSHIP

And the counsel of Ahithophel, which he counselled in those days, was as if a man had enquired at the oracle of God: so was all the counsel of Ahithophel both with David and with Absalom (2 Samuel 16:23).

Scripture repeatedly warns us about the danger of bad counsel. The Bible reveals this in the story of Ahithophel, a man whose counsel carried such weight that it was regarded as though one had inquired at the oracle of God (2 Samuel 16:23).

He was esteemed, trusted and relied upon, not only by David but later also by Absalom. Yet, despite his reputation, he became a part of an evil conspiracy. When Absalom rebelled against his father, David, the conspiracy gained strength, and the people increased continually with Absalom (2 Samuel 15:12). In the midst of that uprising, Ahithophel joined himself to Absalom.

Then the report reached David: “...Ahithophel is among the conspirators with Absalom...” (2 Samuel 15:31). The presence of Ahithophel in Absalom’s camp meant strategic advantage, because his counsel was powerful, persuasive and influential. But David didn’t panic or try to outmanoeuvre Ahithophel by human strategy. He simply prayed, “...O LORD, I pray thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness” (2 Samuel 15:31).

That prayer reveals a vital truth: no matter how intelligent a counsel appears, if it’s aligned against God’s purpose, it can be defeated. This is why discernment is essential for leaders. Not every voice around leaders is sent to help. Some counsellors present themselves as wise, but their intent is to mislead, divide and destroy.

They push out the good, speak against the righteous, and attempt to plant ideas that weaken what God is building. But they’re not beyond the reach of divine judgment. The Lord can expose them, silence them and turn their wisdom into foolishness.

As Christians, we must understand and take advantage of our authority in Christ to affect nations and their leaders, families and destinies. Therefore, always pray with understanding, that those in authority may be guided by truth, surrounded by righteous counsel, and strengthened to fulfil God’s purpose. Pray that the Spirit of God will continually grant them discernment to identify and prevail over deceptive agendas, and walk in the wisdom of God. Praise God!

PRAYER

Dear Father, thank you for the wisdom of your Spirit at work in me and in your Church. I pray for leaders in nations and institutions, that they be surrounded with righteous counsel and guided by truth. Every deceptive influence is exposed, and every counsel that opposes your purpose is turned into foolishness. Your wisdom prevails, and your will is established in the earth, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Psalm 33:10-11; Proverbs 21:30; 2 Samuel 17:23

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 8:31-47; 1 Kings 22

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
1 Corinthians 10:14-21; Proverbs 14

Highlights from our Joint Sunday Service with the Highly Esteemed Pastor Charity. Pastor Charity  shared some thought pr...
17/05/2026

Highlights from our Joint Sunday Service with the Highly Esteemed Pastor Charity.

Pastor Charity shared some thought provoking words from the Scriptures admonishing the congregation about taking our responsibilityas watchmen serious.

She showed the congregation from the book of Ezekiel 33 vs 1-5 how that we have been placed as watch men in our families, even in our respective Chariots and have been given the responsibility of preaching the Gospel to everyone we come in contact with.

Join us next week for service at PS MALL Chalala.

Our Church 1 Service runs from 07:30- 10:00hrs.

And Our Church 2 Service runs from 10:00hrs- 12:00hrs.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing your next week Sunday.

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD__Sunday, May 17th 2026_*GUARD AGAINST DECEPT...
17/05/2026

*Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional*

_Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD_

_Sunday, May 17th 2026_

*GUARD AGAINST DECEPTION*

_*📖But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ (2 Corinthians 11:3).*_

Genesis chapter 3 exposes a recurring and dangerous pattern of deception that has persisted throughout history. It begins with Eve faithfully recounting to Satan what God had said about the tree of knowledge of good and evil that was in the garden of Eden: *“...We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden: But of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die.”* (Genesis 3:2-3).

Then Satan responded, *“...Ye Shall not surely die”* (Genesis 3:4). He contradicted God directly. But it didn’t end there. The next verse reveals something deeper as Satan continues, *“For God doth know that in the day ye eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and ye shall be as gods, knowing good and evil”* (Genesis 3:5).

With that statement, Satan moved from contradicting God to accusing Him of deception. It’s the same thing today; those who are masters of deception accuse others of misinformation. Satan accused God of misinformation. His suggestion was that God knew the *“real truth”* but withheld it from Adam and Eve. This is the master of deception pretending to tell the truth.
This pattern of satanic manipulation of truth through subtlety echoes in other biblical narratives. For example, in 2 Samuel 13, we see a similar deception at play. The story began with Amnon, the son of King David who developed a lustful obsession for his sister Tamar.

The Septuagint clarified that this was a lust-driven love, not genuine affection. His obsession intensified,and he became sick with longing. The danger emerged when Amnon's friend Jonadab, described as *“a very subtle man,”* intervened. Jonadab was a cunning advisor who manipulated Amnon into destructive actions that ultimately led to tragedy and death.

You must guard your heart against deception by staying with what God has said in His Word. Refuse Satan’s contradictions and perverted truths. Reject every voice that questions the veracity of God’s Word. When your heart is established in God’s truths, you become unmovable, discerning and protected. You recognise deception for what it is and you remain grounded in the integrity of God’s Word.

*PRAYER*

Dear Father, thank you for your Word that keeps me established in truth. My heart is guarded by your wisdom, and I walk in discernment by the Holy Spirit, who secures my path in your light, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

*📚FURTHER STUDY:*

2 Corinthians 2:11 ASV; Genesis 3:1-5 NKJV;
Proverbs 4:20-22

*1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*

John 8:12-30 & 1 Kings 20-22

*2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*

1 Corinthians 10:1-13 & Proverbs 13

STUDY YOUR RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME DSc DSc DDSATURDAY, MAY 16th, 2026THEME: LITTL...
16/05/2026

STUDY YOUR RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL

PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME DSc DSc DD

SATURDAY, MAY 16th, 2026

THEME: LITTLE CHILDREN, YOUNG MEN AND FATHERS

📖I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name's sake. I write unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning. I write unto you, young men, because ye have overcome the wicked one... (1 John 2:12-13).

Notice that in the scripture we just read, the Apostle John only associated sin with *“little children,”* spiritual toddlers. Yet, many speak as though sin is inevitable for everyone, saying, *“Everybody sins”*; no! The Bible says, *“Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin* (1 John 3:9). Moreover, the Bible describes sin and defines sin from God’s perspective, not man’s perspective. If you look at sin through the eyes of men, you’ll never rise to your best potential in Christ. The earth around us is thick with sin and condemnation. Man became a sinner in nature after his actions of treasonable disobedience.

Romans 5:12 says, *“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.”* It’s the reason the Lord Jesus came and solved the sin-problem once and for all through His vicarious sacrifice in ourbehalf. As the second Adam, He became sin for us, not a sinner, and therefore paid the full penalty for sin, ridding us of its effects.

Today, being born again, sin has no dominion over you (Romans 6:14). 2 Corinthians 5:21 says, *“For he hath Made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.”* So, when the Bible says, *“Whoever has been born of God does not sin... ”* (1 John 3:9 NKJV), it’s because being born of Him, you have His life and nature that doesn’t sin.

That’s the life of the new creation in Christ! What if you sin? While that shows you’re still a child, he already said to the children, *“Your sins are forgiven for His Name sake.”* But better than that, He also made provision for your automatic cleansing: *“But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have?fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin”* (1 John 1:7 NKJV).

Knowing and walking in the light of God’s Word is the key. It shows you’ve matured spiritually. That’s the life of the fathers: walking in the light of your righteousness—in the light of who you are in Christ—above sin, Satan and the elements of this world. Praise God!

🔊 CONFESSION

I have the life and nature of God in me; I live the higher life in Christ. I walk in strength, victory and righteousness. I walk in the light of my identity and heritage in Christ, above sin, Satan and the elements of this world. Glory
to God!

📚 FURTHER STUDY:

1 John 3:9 AMPC;1 John 2:1-2; 1 John 2:12-14 NKJV

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 7:25-8:1-11 &1 Kings 18-19

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
1 Corinthians 9:20-27 & Proverbs 12

*RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL**Friday, May 15th, 2026**Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD**IT'S THE SAME ANOIN...
15/05/2026

*RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL*

*Friday, May 15th, 2026*

*Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD*

*IT'S THE SAME ANOINTING*

📖 *_"Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God; Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts" (2 Corinthians 1:21-22)._*

There are differences among us, but they don't cancel the oneness of the Spirit. The differences are in faith, calling, gifts, grace, and office. Our callings are different. Our gifts differ. God gives different graces, and there're different offices, whether evangelist, prophet, or otherwise. Yet, it's the same anointing of the Holy Spirit at work.

When you received the Holy Spirit, you were anointed with the anointing of the Christ. Therefore, you'll never need a greater anointing than the one you received when you received the Holy Spirit. 2 Corinthians 1:21 says, *_"Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God."_*

Some think you can be anointed with the Holy Spirit and then later be anointed with power, but it's not true. It is one and the same thing. The language of Paul, like the language of the prophet Isaiah, often uses two expressions for the same reality. So, when the Bible says, for example in Acts 10:38, that God anointed the Lord Jesus with the Holy Ghost and with power, it's not dealing with two separate things.

When you're anointed with the Holy Ghost, you're anointed with power. Acts 1:8, the words of the Master: *_"...ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you...."_* He had said in Luke 24:49, referring to the same Holy Ghost experience they were going to have, *_"...tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high."_* This means the coming of the Holy Ghost is the enduement with power.

When you received the Holy Spirit, you were separated unto Him and consecrated with the anointing of the Christ. He empowered you to do the work of God and to live for Him. He opened your understanding to Kingdom realities and enabled you to walk in the wisdom of God. Oh, the blessedness of being filled with the Holy Ghost!

*PRAYER*

*Dear Father, thank you for the anointing of the Holy Spirit that I have received. I walk in the consciousness of the grace and power of the Spirit at work in and through me. I'm empowered to live for you and fulfil your purpose. I function in the power and wisdom of the Spirit for the work of the Kingdom. Through me, your graces and blessings are ministered to others, and your glory is manifested in every place, in Jesus' Name. Amen.*

*FURTHER STUDY:*

1 John 2:20 & 27 *||* *_"[20] But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things. [27] But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him."_* *||*

Romans 8:11 NIV *||* *_"And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you."_* *||*

Luke 24:49 *||* *_"And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high."_* *||*

Acts 10:38 *||* *_"How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him."_* *||*

*DAILY SCRIPTURE READING:*

*1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:*
John 7:1-24 & 1 Kings 15-17

*2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:*
1 Corinthians 9:11-19 & Proverbs 11

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