𝙍𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎

Thursday, May 15th, 2025.

SPEAK BOLDLY OF YOUR ONENESS WITH HIM
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 I and my Father are one (John 10:30).

In John 10:32-38 we read about the Lord Jesus and the scepticism of the Jewish leaders as they accused Him of blasphemy, seeking an opportunity to arrest Him. Verse 39 says, “Therefore they sought again to take him: but he escaped out of their hand” (John 10:39).

Now, notice the latter portion that says “he escaped out of their hand.” Some have said He escaped out of fear; that’s not true, because He didn’t have it in Him to fear. Remember, He faced death and refused to avoid it even when He had the chance. He escaped on this occasion because it wasn’t the appointed time for His sacrifice.

If He had allowed them to harm Him, the Father would have intervened, and they would have been destroyed. Jesus knew this. He said in Matthew 26:53, "Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?" This was the Son of God, fully aware of His authority and the power of angels at His command.

Consider Elisha and his servant when they were surrounded by an army. The servant was afraid, but Elisha told him, "...Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them." And Elisha prayed, and said, LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha" (2 Kings 6:16-17).

If that happened with Elisha, then think about the Lord Jesus. He knew He had myriads of angels with Him. His actions were purposeful, demonstrating that He was always in control. Even under pressure, He maintained His focus on fulfilling the will of the Father, showing us the perfect example of courage and confidence in God’s plan.

This same Jesus lives in us today by His Spirit, and His boldness is ours. Like Him, you must trust the Father completely, walking in the assurance of His love, power, and perfect purpose for your life. Psalm 118:6 says, "The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?"

Furthermore, the Apostle Paul in 2 Timothy 1:7 reinforces this truth: "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." Hallelujah! So be bold in affirming who you are in Christ and your oneness with Him. That was what got the Jews mad; their religious minds couldn’t accept or relate with the audacity and conviction with which Jesus spoke of His oneness with the Father. And we’re just like Him.

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I walk in the boldness and courage of Christ; fear has no place in me. I’m bold, courageous, daring and audacious in affirming my oneness with the Lord. I live boldly in Him, full of faith and confidence in His divine protection, guidance and plan for my life. And I thank the Lord for the victory I have in Christ Jesus. Amen.

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|| John 10:32-39 Jesus answered them, Many good works have I shewed you from my Father; for which of those works do ye stone me?
33. The Jews answered him, saying, For a good work we stone thee not; but for blasphemy; and because that thou, being a man, makest thyself God.
34. Jesus answered them, Is it not written in your law, I said, Ye are gods?
35. If he called them gods, unto whom the word of God came, and the scripture cannot be broken;
36. Say ye of him, whom the Father hath sanctified, and sent into the world, Thou blasphemest; because I said, I am the Son of God?
37. If I do not the works of my Father, believe me not.
38. But if I do, though ye believe not me, believe the works: that ye may know, and believe, that the Father [is] in me, and I in him.
39. Therefore they sought again to take him: but he escaped out of their hand, ||

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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.

INSTRUMENTS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖...but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God (Romans 6:13).

Romans 6:10-11 is the reality of your life in Christ. You’re dead to sin and alive unto God. You’re not under the dominion of sin or death. The old nature that was a slave to sin is dead—crucified with Christ—and now you live in the newness of life. You’re alive to righteousness, glory, and the Lordship of Jesus.

It helps us understand what the Bible says in Romans 6:12, “Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof.” This means you have authority over your body, over your thoughts, over everything that pertains to you. You’re no longer subject to failure, decay, or destruction.

You’ve come out of spiritual death into the realm of life— God’s life. When you touch things, they don’t deteriorate; they improve. Why? Because the righteousness of God fixes things; it carries life, success and glory; and you’re the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus.

Think about it: the whole creation is in bondage because of corruption. Everything in the world has been subjected to decay and destruction: “For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now” (Romans 8:22). But what is the creation waiting for? The preceding verse 19 tells us; it says, “For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.”

You’re the one to set creation free from the bondage of corruption. Everything connected to you—Your clothes, your cars, your home—is meant to reflect and be impacted by the life of God, because as read in our theme scripture, you’re an instrument of righteousness. This means wherever you go, things get better. Whoever encounters you is improved, because the righteousness of God functions through you.

You’re a carrier of life, restoration, and glory. You don’t just exist; you reign, you fix and renew things. Let this be your consciousness: you’re the manifestation of Christ’s righteousness. You function in His divine order and His divine power, bringing His glory everywhere.

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I’m an instrument of righteousness; I carry the life of God. His glory and wisdom are expressed in and through me. Everything associated with me reflects the righteousness of God. I bring deliverance, restoration, and life to creation. I reign in life as a mature son of God, manifesting His glory always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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|| Romans 8:19-21 For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.
20. For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath subjected [the same] in hope,
21. Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. ||

|| 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 Therefore if any man [be] in Christ, [he is] a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
18. And all things [are] of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;
19. To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
20. Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech [you] by us: we pray [you] in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.
21. 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. ||

|| Colossians 3:9-10 Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;
10. And have put on the new [man], which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him: ||

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Monday, May 12th, 2025.

GROW FASTER THAN INFLATION
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ (Ephesians 1:3).

Inflation has been a topic of discourse for a long time. Despite fluctuating economic conditions, the conversation surrounding its impact on daily life remains prevalent. Many individuals express concern over rising prices and the increasing cost of living. But my response to these complaints has always been the same: "Have you ever heard the government make an announcement saying, 'Everything is cheaper now than ever before'?"

Thus, the narrative has never changed. Prices will always rise, and challenges will escalate, but as a child of God, you’re the blessed seed of Abraham. You weren’t called to inherit or be a part of the hardship or curse of the land; rather, you were called to inherit the blessing (1 Peter 3:9).

What God’s people need is to know the Word, for in it, you’ll discover that we grow faster than inflation. Take a look at the story of Isaac in Genesis 26; the Bible records that there was a severe famine in the land, similar to the famine that had occurred during Abraham's time.

Isaac initially intended to move to Egypt to escape the famine; however, God instructed him to stay in Gerar. Instead of succumbing to fear or despair, Isaac obeyed God and remained in the land. While in Gerar, Isaac sowed and reaped a hundredfold harvest in the same year, because the Lord blessed him.

Isaac became very wealthy. He amassed flocks, herds and servants (Genesis 26:12-14). His prosperity was so notable that the Philistines envied him. This is your heritage; you’re to live above and beyond inflation, recession and poverty, walking in your inheritance as the seed of Abraham.

Never be overwhelmed by economic downturns or meltdowns; rather, always declare that your prosperity is of God. You’re not subject to the same limitations as the people of the world; the Lord has set you apart, and as you act on His Word, you’ll live in the reality of His blessings. Hallelujah!

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for choosing me to inherit a blessing and for empowering me to rise above the challenges of this world. I grow faster than inflation and every limitation in the natural world. Through your Word, I live in abundance and walk in the full blessing of the Gospel of Christ. My life is a testimony of your divine provisions and grace, and I shine as a beacon of hope in my world, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

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2 Peter 1:3; According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that [pertain] unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue: ||

Deuteronomy 28:12; The LORD shall open unto thee his good treasure, the heaven to give the rain unto thy land in his season, and to bless all the work of thine hand: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, and thou shalt not borrow. ||

Psalm 1:3 NKJV; He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper. ||

Genesis 26:12-14; Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him.
13. And the man waxed great, and went forward, and grew until he became very great:
14. For he had possession of flocks, and possession of herds, and great store of servants: and the Philistines envied him. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 6:1-24 & 1 Kings 9

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 9:38-50 & Numbers 15

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Saturday , May 10th, 2025.

HE PREPARES AND TRAINS YOU
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 And he led them forth by the right way, that they might go to a city of habitation (Psalm 107:7).

When God brought the children of Israel out of Egypt, He didn’t lead them through the way of the Philistines, although it was the shorter route to the Promised Land. The Bible says God avoided that path because He knew the people hadn’t been trained for war and therefore would flee in fear when the enemy confronted them. They were slaves in Egypt, untrained and unprepared for battle.

As a result, the Lord led them through the longer way of the wilderness by the Red Sea, where they witnessed His signs and wonders and experienced His provision. Through this journey, God revealed Himself to them as Jehovah Rapha, their physician, and Jehovah Rohi, their shepherd. When they eventually faced battles, they called Him Jehovah Nissi, their banner who gives them victory.

This progression shows that God prepares and trains His people, building their faith and confidence in Him before they confront greater challenges. You might find yourself wondering why certain things are happening in your life. Perhaps you’ve been born again for several years, and yet some situations seem inexplicable despite your prayers. Relax and trust His process. Declare, “I am learning and growing." Glory to God!

I remember holding my first crusade at the age of fifteen. Before the crusade, I went from house to house, in street evangelism, sharing the Gospel wherever I could. I preached during workers’ break times, in schools to little kids, and to people my own age. Not everyone listened, but that didn’t matter. Jesus said to preach, and I obeyed.

Though I saw good results then, they didn’t compare to what we experience today because I needed to grow. Back then, God didn’t bring together twenty thousand people for me to preach to at once because I wasn’t ready. Reaching such a number required a lot more, and I had to grow into that capacity.

We often want things to move fast, don’t we? That’s why we create faster vehicles and computers. But God is the Ancient of Days. He works according to His divine patterns, timing and purpose, preparing us for what lies ahead.

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Dear Father, thank you for leading me in the way I should go and preparing me for the life of victory and excellence you’ve ordained for me. I trust in your divine wisdom and timing as I grow in competence and capacity to fulfil your purpose for my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Exodus 13:17-18; And it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go, that God led them not [through] the way of the land of the Philistines, although that [was] near; for God said, Lest peradventure the people repent when they see war, and they return to Egypt:
18. But God led the people about, [through] the way of the wilderness of the Red sea: and the children of Israel went up harnessed out of the land of Egypt. ||

Romans 5:3-4 And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
4. And patience, experience; and experience, hope: ||

James 1:2-4; My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;
3. Knowing [this], that the trying of your faith worketh patience.
4. But let patience have [her] perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 5:1-30 & 1 Kings 4-6

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 9:14-29 & Numbers 13

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Friday, May 9th, 2025.

JESUS IS GOD’S MESSAGE
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God (John 1:1).

“Word” in the scripture above is “Logos” (Greek). It’s the more general term used for word because it encompasses speech, idea, thought, and message. The key thing about “Logos” is the substance of the message. It’s like when you say, “I sent you a message”; that means you sent a word.

When you read John chapter one from the first verse all the way to verse fourteen, it lets you know that Jesus Christ is God's “Logos”; God's Message. All of God's thoughts, all of God's ideas, and all of God's opinions are wrapped up or encapsulated in Jesus. He’s the expression of God's mind. He’s the unveiling of the heart of the Father. If you want to know what God thinks, Jesus is the expression. Hallelujah!

John 1:9-11 tells us something remarkable. It says, “That was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his own received him not.” God’s Word—His message came into the world; He came unto His own, and His own received Him not.

He came through the words of prophets such as Noah, Moses, Samuel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Ezekiel, etc., but the world didn’t receive the Word. Then the Bible says, “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14 NIV). See what God did! The message became a man; the man, Christ Jesus.

Before the incarnation, there were some who received God's message and believed that one day they would rise from the dead and have eternal life. Abraham believed. David believed. The prophets talked about it; they knew the day would come, and they believed it. The angel gave the message to Daniel as well. He told him about those who will rise to eternal blessings and those who will be eternally condemned (Daniel 12:2).

The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. This is extraordinary. The voice that Moses heard from the burning bush, the message that he wrote from God to the children of Israel, the writings of the prophets—all of these took on flesh and appeared to men. His name is Jesus—the living Word. Glory to His Name forever.

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Lord Jesus, you’re great and greatly to be praised; you’re the Word in flesh, the fullness of the Godhead, and the expression of God's thoughts, ideas and opinions. You’re life eternal, manifested to man. You’re the unveiling of the Father’s heart, His righteousness, love, grace, goodness and mercy. You’re the eternal Word of God, and I love you now and always. Amen.

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John 1:9-14 [That] was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.
10. He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.
11. He came unto his own, and his own received him not.
12. 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:
13. Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God.
14. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. ||

1 John 1:1-3 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life;
2. (For the life was manifested, and we have seen [it], and bear witness, and shew unto you that eternal life, which was with the Father, and was manifested unto us;)

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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025.

STAY AND BE COMMITTED IN CHURCH
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence (Colossians 1:18).

Some people have stopped going to church because they were offended by what others said or did to them. That shouldn't be. Never let anything keep you from going to church or withdraw from fellowship. Stay and be committed in church, serving the Lord.

Sadly, some carry the same attitude they grew up with at home into the church. Maybe their parents reprimanded them or did something they didn’t like, so they left home and chose never to return. They developed a resistance to correction or unforgiveness, and they brought that same disposition into the church. No; in Christ, we receive corrections and instructions in humility and love, and we learn to forgive when offended.

Salvation signifies that Jesus is the Lord of your life. You can’t just do what you choose anymore; you’re no longer in charge of your life. The Lord Jesus said, “...I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18). In His church, He has set structures in place.

The Bible says, “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ” (Ephesians 4:11-13). There’s an order in the Church, and as Christians, we adhere to that order because He is our Lord.

Spiritual growth involves learning to receive and follow instructions, spiritual guidance, and accept discipline. These are evidence that your mind is being renewed and your life has been transformed. So in church you grow and become more effective in your Christian walk through the corrections, instructions and guidance you receive from the Word.

Don’t say, “I was offended by what the Pastor said, so I’m going to stop attending the church.” Remember that the Lord Himself is in charge of His Church and you follow Him (John 10:4). And part of submitting to His lordship is submitting to the structures He has established in His Church.

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Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for being the Lord of my life. I submit to your guidance and the order you have established in the Church. I refuse to let offence hinder my walk with you or my fellowship with my brothers and sisters in the Lord. Thank you for teaching me to listen, grow, and follow you faithfully. Amen.

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Hebrews 13:17; Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. ||

Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:
25. Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some [is]; but exhorting [one another]: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. ||

2 Timothy 3:16; All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: ||

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 3:22-36 & 2 Samuel 23-24

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 8:22-33 & Numbers 10

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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025.

KEEP A DIARY OF SOULS
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Here's my concern: that you care for God's flock with all the diligence of a shepherd… (1 Peter 5:2 MSG).

In the previous study, we reviewed the importance of complete evangelism. When you lead someone to Christ, you should keep track of their journey in Christ. Two years later, for example, you should still remember them and keep praying for them. Consider keeping a diary of the people you lead to Christ, and you’ll be amazed at how long that list will become over time.

As you lead people to Christ, encourage them to do the same. Tell them, "When you lead someone to Christ, let me know. You can send me their names and addresses. I’ll be praying for them." As your list grows, take time to bow your knees before the Father and pray for everyone on your list.

The Spirit, through the Apostle Paul, said in Galatians 4:19, “My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you.” Pray like this for those whose names are on your list. Be strategic with your intercession for them, that they be established in the faith, doing the will of the Father, active in the work of the ministry, and bringing glory to God always.

Pray also for other new converts whom the Lord has added to the church, that they be established in the Word, firmly rooted and grounded in the faith, and that the Lord is perfecting His work in their lives for His glory. Pray for them to be more and more passionate, committed and fearless labourers of the end-time harvest, and that through them, more souls receive the Gospel gladly and are converted to the Kingdom.

In John 17:12, Jesus said, “…those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost....” This should always be your testimony concerning all those you lead to Christ or those whom the Lord adds to your local assembly through your evangelical efforts. Remember that evangelism has to be a conscious effort. It must be a sincere and personal ministry; it’s not a one-time event. It is a continuous, deliberate effort to bring others into God’s Kingdom and follow them up until they’re nurtured and grounded in the Faith.

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Dear Father, thank you for the opportunity to partner with you in the ministry of reconciliation. I take personal responsibility for those I lead to Christ. I remain fervent in prayer for their growth and dedication to spiritual things. Thank you for the joy and fulfilment of seeing lives transformed for your glory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Ephesians 1:15-20 Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints,
16. Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers;
17. That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:
18. The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,
19. And what [is] the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,
20. Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set [him] at his own right hand in the heavenly [places], ||

Galatians 4:19; NIV My dear children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in you, ||

|Colossians 1:3-6; We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,
4. Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love [which][ ye have] to all the saints,

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13. Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:
14. That we [henceforth] be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, [and] cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive;
15. But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, [even] Christ:
16. From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 1:19-51 & 2 Samuel 18-19

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 7:24-37 & Numbers 7

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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

ASSOCIATES OF THE GOD-KIND
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High (Psalm 82:6).

Psalm 82:6 is a remarkable portion of scripture; this truth was echoed by the Lord Jesus Himself in John 10:34. He said, "...Is it not written in your law, I said, Ye are gods?" What would this mean but what it says?

In John 1:12, the Bible tells us, "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." Then in 1 John 3:1, the Apostle John exclaimed excitedly, "Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God...."

The Apostle Paul, in his beautiful letter to the Galatian church, said, "And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father. Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ" (Galatians 4:6-7).

Therefore, when Jesus said we are gods, He unveiled the truth about our divine birth and nature. 2 Peter 1:4 declares, "Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature...." This means you’re now an associate or sharer of the God-kind.

You’re a carrier or conveyor of the God-life. What a blessed reality! This, however, doesn’t mean we’re equal with God Himself but that He’s brought us into His divine class. The Lord Jesus is still the Lord of our lives, our King, and we serve Him. Glory to His Name forever!


🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the revelation of my identity in Christ. I’m an associate of the God-kind; I function from the standpoint of advantage, victory, dominion and power, because I’m born of God and conscious of His life in me. I walk in the fullness of this understanding, living according to your will, serving you as my Lord, Master, and King, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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John 1:12; 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: ||

Romans 8:16; The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: ||

1 John 4:4 ; Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 1:1-18 & 2 Samuel 15-17

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 7:14-23 & Numbers 6

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Thursday, May 1st, 2025.

DIVINE COMPETENCE
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God (2 Corinthians 3:5).

The Apostle Paul makes an important declaration in 2 Corinthians 3:5 that “...our sufficiency is of God.” The Greek word for sufficiency here is “hikanotēs,” which means competence or ability. This means, as a child of God, you’re divinely competent. Your ability comes from God, and recognizing this truth brings a transformation in the way you think and live.

In that scripture we see a principle of divine exchange: God has given us of His ability and competence so that we could function with the ability of God. The confession of the Word is a key part of this process. This divine competence and ability have been imparted to you. Therefore, you must keep saying it.Always affirm that the ability with which you function is of God.

Just knowing about it or reading about it is not enough. It’s your confession that endorses it and activates the reality in your life. So, every so often, you say, "My sufficiency is of God; I’m divinely competent, which means I can carry out any task or assignment excellently." You align yourself with God’s truth. This act allows God to work with you, guiding you by His Spirit to walk in the fullness of His divine power.

It’s also important to understand that while your confession immediately aligns you with God's truth, growth is a journey. You may not instantly function competently in all areas of life, but as you remain consistent in your confession and follow the leading of the Spirit, God will guide you on the right path. He’ll bring the right opportunities and experiences to help you develop fully in His divine competence.

📖 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the divine competence and ability you have empowered me with. My ability is not of myself but from you; I’m therefore divinely empowered to succeed in all things. As I meditate on and confess your Word, I walk in the reality of my divine nature and fulfil all that you have called me to accomplish, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Philippians 4:13; I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. ||

2 Corinthians 3:5 AMPC; Not that we are fit (qualified and sufficient in ability) of ourselves to form personal judgments or to claim or count anything as coming from us, but our power and ability and sufficiency are from God. ||

Acts 1:8 AMPC; But you shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem and all Judea and Samaria and to the ends (the very bounds) of the earth. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 24:13-35 & 2 Samuel 9-11

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 6:45-56 & Numbers 4

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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025.

THE POWER OF CORPORATE PRAYER
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places (Ephesians 6:12).

Some years ago, there was a deliberate attempt by global powers, backed by demonic forces, to assert dominion over the cities, schools, and even the churches. It was an unprecedented global situation with the world shut down. There was a visible absence of life on the streets: the cars were gone, the pedestrians disappeared, and the freedom of normal life had been stripped away.

These evil forces showed no regard for human life, willing to sacrifice and manipulate in their pursuit of their agenda. But I knew the power of the Church—the Body of Christ—is far greater than any force they could muster. All we needed to do was to pray and praise God, and we did. We stood together in prayer and took decisive actions as we sought to reclaim our streets, cities and communities from the forces that were trying to exert control. And glory to God, we had the victory!

Why is this so important? When your local assembly or your church pastor calls for prayer and fasting, don’t ignore these calls; there’s a lot we can achieve together as the Body of Christ! We read of how the collective prayer of the church empowered them to boldly proclaim the message of Christ in Acts 4:31: “And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.”

We find another notable instance in Acts 12:5-16, where the church prayed earnestly for Peter while he was imprisoned. Their prayers were answered when an angel of the Lord miraculously freed him from prison. Hallelujah!

You should be excited every time you have the opportunity to pray with other Christians. At such times, we exercise the power of the Church as we take our stand and refuse to allow the enemy to take what belongs to us. Rather, we turn things around in the nations by declaring their restoration in the Name of Jesus.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the power of communal prayer, and for the authority you've given us through Christ Jesus to stand against every principality and power of darkness. We resist every demonic agenda over the nations, through wars, kidnappings, killings and injustice; we speak life, restoration and victory over our cities and nations, declaring peace within our borders, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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James 5:16 AMPC; Confess to one another therefore your faults (your slips, your false steps, your offenses, your sins) and pray [also] for one another, that you may be healed and restored [to a spiritual tone of mind and heart]. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working].

|| Matthew 18:18-20 Verily I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.
19. Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.
20. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. ||

|| Acts 12:1-5 Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth [his] hands to vex certain of the church.
2. And he killed James the brother of John with the sword.
3. And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take Peter also. (Then were the days of unleavened bread.)

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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025.

PROVE HIM IN YOUR LIFE
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me (Jeremiah 32:27).

As a child of God, never find yourself in situations of desperation or lack where you’re constrained to beg. Even in prayer, God doesn’t want you to beg Him; He has honoured you too much for that. Instead, take your rightful place as His heir. Embrace your position as a child of the monarch of the universe; honoured, dignified and glorified.

The challenge with some folks is that they think about the size of their problems instead of putting their focus on the Lord. What you need is to prove God in your life. Observe what He says in Malachi 3:10, “...prove me now herewith....” Prove Him and see; He’s not intimidated by the greatness of your need.

It reminds me of an encounter with a certain lady who was born with a blood condition. She had come to see me, and as she spoke, she described her “overwhelming” condition, how serious it had been and how it had defied all medical efforts. As I listened to her, I thought, “All it would take to change her life is a few seconds and a few words.”

Immediately, I said to her, “In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, you’re made whole,” and that was it; she was healed. A couple of weeks later, she did all the medical tests and there was no trace of the sickness in her body anymore. Trust God with your life. Do your part, and He will do His part. He’s more willing and enthusiastic for your success than you could ever be for yourself.

That’s why when you pray, don’t plead or act as though He’s reluctant to bless you. Jesus said in Matthew 7:11, “If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?” Simply exercise your faith, and trust in the Lord, for He loves you more than you love yourself, and He’s more than able to sustain you in the realm of superabundance. Prove Him in your life.


🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, I thank you for your Word, which assures me of your limitless power and abundant provisions. I trust you completely with my life, knowing that my needs are within your supply system. I declare boldly that I’m abundantly supplied, walking in the realms of superabundance, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Psalm 37:25; I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.

Malachi 3:10; Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that [there shall] not [be room] enough [to receive it].

|| Luke 11:9-13; And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
10. For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.
11. If a son shall ask bread of any of you that is a father, will he give him a stone? or if [he ask] a fish, will he for a fish give him a serpent? 12 Or if he shall ask an egg, will he offer him a scorpion?
13. If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall [your] heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him? ||

|| Hebrews 13:5-6 AMPC; Let your character or moral disposition be free from love of money [including greed, avarice, lust, and craving for earthly possessions] and be satisfied with your present [circumstances and with what you have]; for He [God] Himself has said, I will not in any way fail you nor give you up nor leave you without support. [I will] not, [I will] not, [I will] not in any degree leave you helpless nor forsake nor let [you] down (relax My hold on you)! [Assuredly not!]

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Sunday, April 27th, 2025.

THE PRIMARY WAY FOR US TO PRAY
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching there unto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints (Ephesians 6:18).

Praying in the Spirit is the primary way for Christians to pray; it means praying in other tongues. When you pray in tongues, it’s your spirit praying, even though your understanding is unfruitful. Thus, the spiritual man prays first with the spirit and then with the understanding also.

Sadly, many reverse this order; they pray predominantly with their understanding and sparingly in tongues. That’s not going to work. Recall what we read in our opening scripture; it means there’re different kinds or forms of prayer. However, irrespective or alongside all these various types of prayers, you should pray in the Spirit, that is, pray in other tongues.

Think of this like a doctor’s prescription that says, “Take these tablets with every meal.” Now, breakfast, lunch and dinner are different meals, yet the tablets are a constant addition to each. Similarly, God says, with all types of prayer—be it the prayer of intercession, prayer of faith, prayer of worship, etc.—pray in the Spirit. Speak in tongues

The apostle Paul sheds light on this in 1 Corinthians 14:14-15: "For if I pray in an unknown tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my understanding is unfruitful. What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also…." 1 Corinthians 14:2 says, “For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries.”

Make this a priority in your life. Cultivate the habit of praying in tongues every day, and you’ll experience extraordinary victories in your life. Your spiritual walk will be transformed and you’ll always be steps ahead of trouble before they manifest. Plus that, your health will blossom supernaturally as your physical body is constantly vitalized and rejuvenated by doses of divine currents, through praying in the Spirit.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the privilege of prayer and the opportunity it gives us to invoke heaven’s blessings on earth. As I pray in the Spirit, my spirit is aligned with your divine purpose. Thank you for the victories I experience through this spiritual discipline, and for enabling me to fulfil my role as a watchman in your Kingdom, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Jude 1:20 AMPC; But you, beloved, build yourselves up [founded] on your most holy faith [make progress, rise like an edifice higher and higher], praying in the Holy Spirit; ||

1 Corinthians 14:14-15 AMPC; For if I pray in an [unknown] tongue, my spirit [by the Holy Spirit within me] prays, but my mind is unproductive [it bears no fruit and helps nobody].
15. Then what am I to do? I will pray with my spirit [by the Holy Spirit that is within me], but I will also pray [intelligently] with my mind and understanding; I will sing with my spirit [by the Holy Spirit that is within me], but I will sing [intelligently] with my mind and understanding also.
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Ephesians 6:18 AMPC; Pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty. To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all the saints (God’s consecrated people). ||

📖1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Luke 22:39-65 & 1 Samuel 29-31

📖2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 5:35-43 & Leviticus 27

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Friday, April 25th, 2025.

WE RULE FROM HEAVEN
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Behold, a king shall reign in righteousness, and princes shall rule in judgment (Isaiah 32:1).


As Christians, though we’re in the world, we’re not of this world. Our kingdom is heavenly, and we reign and rule from there. No wonder He tells us to set our affection on things above, on heavenly realities (Colossians 3:2). Think from heaven. Live from heaven. Rule from heaven. Your authority is derived from God’s Kingdom, which is superior to all earthly powers.

This can be likened to the operation of a country’s military base stationed in a foreign land. Even though that military base is physically located outside its home country, it functions as an extension of its government, wielding the full authority and power of its homeland. Every action, directive, and purpose of the base reflects the instructions and vision of its home government.

Likewise, we’re ambassadors of Christ, functioning with the power and jurisdiction of our heavenly kingdom. Our presence in this world is a declaration of heaven’s rule, as we manifest God’s righteousness and judgment everywhere we are. 2 Corinthians 5:20 says, "Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God."

Walk in the consciousness of your heavenly identity, functioning as an extension of God’s Kingdom on earth. Establish His righteousness and judgment in your sphere of influence. Philippians 3:20 (AMPC) says, “But we are citizens of the state (commonwealth, homeland) which is in heaven....” As citizens of heaven, we extend God’s influence and dominion to the nations.

The beauty of this divine arrangement is that our identity and operations remain rooted in God’s Kingdom. Whatever we bind on earth is bound in heaven, and whatever we loose on earth is loosed in heaven (Matthew 18:18). Blessed be God.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, I thank you for making me a king and a priest unto you, reigning with divine authority. I walk in the consciousness of my heavenly identity, functioning as an extension of your kingdom on earth. Through me, your righteousness and judgment are established in every sphere of influence, and my life is a manifestation of your power and dominion, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Ephesians 2:4-6; But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,
5. Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)
6. And hath raised [us] up together, and made [us] sit together in heavenly [places] in Christ Jesus:

Revelation 1:6; And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him [be] glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

2 Corinthians 5:20 AMPC ; So we are Christ’s ambassadors, God making His appeal as it were through us. We [as Christ’s personal representatives] beg you for His sake to lay hold of the divine favor [now offered you] and be reconciled to God.

Philippians 3:20; NIV But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ,

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 21:5-38 & 1 Samuel 23-25

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 5:14-20 & Leviticus 25 5

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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025

SOMETIMES YOU NEED TO BE QUIET
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 And Joshua had commanded the people, saying, Ye shall not shout, nor make any noise with your voice, neither shall any word proceed out of your mouth, until the day I bid you shout; then shall ye shout (Joshua 6:10).

When God sent the children of Israel to bring down the walls of Jericho, He gave them the strategy. He said to them, “Go around Jericho once every day for seven days.” He also instructed them through Joshua to stay quiet. He didn’t want anyone doubting or asking, “Do you think these walls will fall down? They’re so thick!” No; He commanded absolute silence.

From the time they left their homes until they returned, they were to say nothing for the first six days as they marched round Jericho. On the seventh day, they were to go around the city seven times, and on the seventh lap, the priests were to blow the trumpet, and after that, everyone was to shout!

They did as God instructed, and though they hadn’t any equipment to bring down those walls, the walls fell down flat nevertheless. God instructed them to be quiet until the seventh day because He didn’t want them speaking unbelief that would nullify their faith. Sometimes, you need to be quiet. If you’re struggling to believe what God has said, don’t speak doubt. Instead, meditate on the Word, and build your faith.

This is one area where fasting is also very beneficial. Fasting will help you if you’re having difficulty believing something God has said to you. When you fast, pray, and study the Word, it’ll speed up the process of developing your faith for that situation. Hallelujah!

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the strategies you give us to walk in victory. I declare that my heart is open to your Word, and I walk according to your instructions with faith and confidence. I walk by faith, not by sight. I build my faith and grow in your Word, making progress in every area of my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Joshua 6:1-5 Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in.
2. And the LORD said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, [and] the mighty men of valour.
3. And ye shall compass the city, all [ye] men of war, [and] go round about the city once.
4. Thus shalt thou do six days. And seven priests shall bear before the ark seven trumpets of rams' horns: and the seventh day ye shall compass the city seven times, and the priests shall blow with the trumpets.
5. And it shall come to pass, that when they make a long [blast] with the ram's horn, [and] when ye hear the sound of the trumpet, all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city shall fall down flat, and the people shall ascend up every man straight before him.

Isaiah 30:15; For thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not

2 Corinthians 4:13; We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 20:1-19 & 1 Samuel 18-19

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 4:30-41 & Leviticus 23

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1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 6:60-71 & 1 Kings 12-14

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 10:13-22 & Numbers 17

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                      Tuesday, May 13th, 2025.

HE DIED TO GIVE US A NEW LIFE ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin (Romans 6:6).

The Lord Jesus didn’t come to give us a religion; He came to give us life—the God-life! He gave up everything, even His own life, to make us sons of God. When you truly understand the magnitude of His sacrifice, it’ll transform your outlook on life. You’d live victoriously every day, knowing that His death, burial and resurrection brought us life everlasting—free from sin, sickness, poverty and death.

The vicarious sacrifice of Jesus Christ wasn’t symbolic; it was a reality, and so is the freedom it brought to us. His resurrection secured our victory over death and every form of oppression. The Bible says, “Knowing that Christ being raised from the dead dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over him” (Romans 6:9). And guess what? Death has no dominion over you either because you’re in Him.

Through His death, burial, and resurrection, Jesus gave you His very nature. You’re now alive unto God! You’re not just forgiven; you’re recreated, made the righteousness of God in Christ. This is why you can boldly declare, “I’ll never be sick in my life! I’ll never be broke in my life!” These aren’t empty confessions; they’re realities of the life we’ve received in Christ.

So, reign in life through Christ as the Bible says: “For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ” (Romans 5:17). Stop “trying” to make it; you’ve already made it in Christ! The old nature is dead, and the new you is alive with the life of God.

The Apostle Paul tells us, “Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 6:11). Live with this consciousness. You’re not a sinner; you’re the righteousness of God in Christ. You’re not the defeated trying to get victory; you’re the victor, reigning in life through Christ Jesus. Hallelujah!

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the finished work of Christ, which has made me righteous, victorious, and alive unto you, free from sin, sickness, poverty and every oppression of the enemy. I live in the fullness of the life of Christ, manifesting your glory everywhere, in Jesus’ Name. A men.

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2 Corinthians 5:21; 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.

Colossians 3:3-4; For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.
[4] When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.

Romans 8:10-11; And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.
[11] But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

📖1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
John 6:25-59 & 1 Kings 10-11

📖2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 10:1-12 & Numbers 16

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𝙍𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎

Sunday, May 11th, 2025.

YOUR LOVE-WALK
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you (Ephesians 4:31-32).

Challenges will come; they may come from people around you or those from afar, but remain unflustered. Never repay evil with evil. You must walk in love at all times. The Lord Jesus said, “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another” (John 13:35).

In Matthew 5:44, the Lord said, “…Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.” We’re to emulate the Lord in our love-walk. Ephesians 5:1-2 NIV, says, “Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us….”_

Can you take the insults without fighting back? Can you endure the blows and respond like the Master did, saying, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do”? You must overcome this hurdle. You should never entertain bitterness, as it will hinder your progress in the spirit. It doesn’t matter who you harbour bitterness against—friends, neighbours, strangers, family—it’ll impede your growth.

Bitterness and all negative emotions are clogs in the wheel of progress; therefore, get rid of them from your life and choose the love-way. Love is more than a smile or a kind exchange of words. It’s a state of your heart that you live out. It starts in your heart, and then you act on it. You develop a genuine concern and appreciation for others. You see God in them because they belong to Him. When this becomes real to you, your life will be inspiring and impactful. Praise God!

🗣 C O N F E S S I O N
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I choose to walk in love, just as Christ loved me and gave Himself for me. I embrace the love-way and respond with kindness; I’m quick to forgive. Thank you, Lord, for making me an expression of your love, bringing healing, joy and peace to those around me, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

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Ephesians 4:31-32 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:
32. And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. ||

Ephesians 5:1-2 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;
2. And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. ||

1 John 4:7-8 ; Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.
8. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-YEAR BIBLE STUDY PLAN:
John 5:31-47 & 1 Kings 7-8

2-YEAR BIBLE STUDY PLAN:
Mark 9:30-37 & Numbers 14

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3. That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship [is] with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 4:27-54 & 1 Kings 2-3

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 9:2-13 & Numbers 12

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𝙍𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎

Thursday, May 8th, 2025.

PERFECT AND COMPLETE IN ALL THE WILL OF GOD
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God (Colossians 4:12).

In the verse of scripture above, we observe that the Spirit of God, through Epaphras, was praying for the church in Colossae to stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. He wanted them to grow in their relationship with Christ and be fully mature. He used the word “complete,” which is from the Greek “plēroo”, and it means to be full or to be fully loaded.

So, you’re to be replete or fully loaded with all the will of God. This is God’s plan for your life. Hallelujah! That means you’re never in doubt or confused as to the will of God concerning anything, because you’re replete or fully loaded with the knowledge of His will. It reminds of another prayer of the Spirit in Colossians 1:9, “For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.” Blessed be God!

Is this possible in the earth, for us to be filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding? Emphatically yes! It’s the Spirit’s desire for all God’s children. So what are you supposed to do? You say, “Yes! That’s my life; that’s my confession; I’m replete, perfect, and complete in all the will of God. I’m filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding." Make this your constant confession.

Remember, the way to activate the power of God’s Word in your life is to respond; you acknowledge His truths and speak accordingly. Philemon 1:6 says, “That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.”

The communication of your faith—that is, the way you live out and share your Christian faith—becomes effective, productive and powerful when you acknowledge every good thing that is in you in Christ Jesus. One of these good things is that you’re replete with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding. Hallelujah!

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for making me complete in Christ Jesus. I acknowledge every good thing that you have deposited and placed in me in Christ Jesus. I’m fully loaded with your grace, power, and wisdom; replete with health, strength, prosperity, and victory. I’m filled with the knowledge of your will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Colossians 1:9 AMPC; For this reason we also, from the day we heard of it, have not ceased to pray and make [special] request for you, [asking] that you may be filled with the full (deep and clear) knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom [in comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of God] and in understanding and discernment of spiritual things— ||

Ephesians 1:15-17 NKJV; Therefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints,
16. do not cease to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers:
17. that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him, ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 4:1-26 & 1 Kings 1

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 8:34-9:1 & Numbers 11

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5. For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel;
6. Which is come unto you, as [it is] in all the world; and bringeth forth fruit, as [it doth] also in you, since the day ye heard [of it], and knew the grace of God in truth: ||

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 3:1-21 & 2 Samuel 22

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 8:10-21 & Numbers 9

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𝙍𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎

Monday, May 5th, 2025.

MAKE YOUR EVANGELISM COMPLET
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious (1 Peter 2:2-3).

When you lead people to Christ to receive salvation, at that moment, they’re still spiritual babies that must begin to learn the Word of God. The Word of God is the food for the human spirit; it’s the only material that guarantees spiritual growth. Therefore, new converts must be taught the Word and given the opportunity to learn the Word of God.

This is where going to church plays a key role. When you win souls, immediately introduce them to the local church where they can participate in the things of God and be trained and well-nurtured spiritually. When you fail to bring them into the church, you’re like a woman who gives birth to a baby, leaves the baby at the hospital’s maternity ward and goes home. That’s absurd.

It's important to take those you've led to Christ to your church. Don’t tell them to go to any nice church. That’s like having a child and saying, "This child can go to any mother." Instead, guide them to the church where you are. If the person believed your message about Jesus, they ought to know you came from somewhere.

When you bring them to your church, you can guarantee their spiritual growth because you know what they’re going to hear. Connect them with someone from your church—a leader or even the pastor. Let them know you’re excited about their salvation and that others will be excited about it too.

Make your evangelism complete. Help them see that their growth in Christ is a priority and that the church is the best environment for them to flourish spiritually. If you’re not yet the member of a local church, or seeking one, you could begin by contacting the person or church who gave you this book, or log on to www.christembassy.org for more information.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the privilege of leading others to Christ and guiding them in their journey of faith. I carry out evangelism with wisdom and love, ensuring those I lead to Christ are nurtured and established in the truth. Thank you for the church as a place of growth, fellowship and training in righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Acts 2:41-47 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added [unto them] about three thousand souls.
42. And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
43. And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles.
44. And all that believed were together, and had all things common;
45. And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all [men], as every man had need.
46. And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart,
47. Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. ||

Ephesians 4:11-12; And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;
12. For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: ||

Hebrews 10:25; Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some [is]; but exhorting [one another]: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
John 2:1-25 & 2 Samuel 20-21

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 8:1-9 & Numbers 8

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𝙍𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎

Sunday, May 4th, 2025.

REAL SPIRITUAL GROWTH
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ (Ephesians 4:13).

Every one of us was born into this world by someone, isn’t that right? You came in as a baby, but from the moment you were born, you were a complete human being. However, you had to grow to become an adult. You didn’t grow to become “more human” but to become mature. And as you matured, you gained wisdom, understanding, and the ability to do the things that human beings do, better than when they're children.

It’s the same thing spiritually. When you were born again, you were born with the nature of God. You didn’t become “more like God” over time; you were born in His image and in His likeness; you were born to look like Him and to function like Him from the very moment of your spiritual birth. You were born of the Word of God and by the Spirit of God, possessing His divine nature from day one. But then you must grow to spiritual maturity.

Spiritual growth enables you to manifest the fullness of the God-life in you. The more spiritually mature you are, the more effectively you can fulfil God’s plan for your life and operate in His power. This is why, at times, some Christians don’t see the results they desire despite their efforts; certain spiritual responsibilities and manifestations require growth to be sustained.

Some things may happen randomly, but they may not last because they require your spiritual maturity to make them permanent. It’s the reason we’re admonished to “… grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ...” (2 Peter 3:18). Ephesians 4:15 instructs us to “…grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ.”

As you feed on the Word and mature spiritually, you’ll walk in the fullness of God’s purpose for your life and produce lasting results in the Kingdom. So, grow in the Word and the knowledge of God and be diligent in prayer and fellowship with the Spirit. 1 Peter 2:2 says, “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word that ye may grow thereby.”

To grow spiritually and mature in the Word, you must not only study it but also act on it: “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves” (James 1:22). It’s the Word that you do that remains in you. Simply memorizing Scriptures will not lead to maturity. Real growth comes from doing the Word—living it out in your daily life.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for imparting your divine nature to me at the New Birth. I commit to growing in the knowledge of your Word and walking in the Spirit every day. I walk in the full blessing of the Gospel, fulfilling your purpose for my life, as I grow in Christ, in and by the Word, consistent in fellowshipping with the Spirit, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

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Hebrews 5:12-14 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which [be] the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.
13. For every one that useth milk [is] unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe.
14. But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, [even] those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. ||

Ephesians 4:11-16 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;
12. For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:

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Friday, May 2nd, 2025.

FILLED WITH THE TOTALITY OF THE DIVINE ESSENCE
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fullness of God (Ephesians 3:19).

To be filled with the fullness of God means to be filled with the totality of the divine essence, His very being. Colossians 1:27 says, “...Christ in you, the hope of glory”; this is what it means. It leaves no room for ambiguity; we’re replete with God. We’re associates of the God-kind, not when we get to heaven but here and now in the earth, in this life.

Imagine being so full of God—His power, wisdom, and glory—that fear has no place in you. This is why we, as Christians, are bold. We cannot accommodate fear because we are loaded with the fullness of God. The Greek word for filled is “Plēroō”, and it means the full or maximum load. That means we’re completely saturated with the maximum load of God.

Jesus exemplified this. He declared, “...as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself” (John 5:26). Jesus was the divine essence, filled with God. God’s plan is for the Church to reach this same level of understanding and expression. We, as the Body of Christ, must attain this consciousness, walking in the fullness of God. The Lord will rapture the Church in this mature state. We’ll depart this world in a consciousness of divine connection.

This is not about an escape from the world due to fear or despair but about a victorious departure, having exercised the powers of heaven on earth. The Lord is coming for a glorious Church without spot or wrinkle, one that has fully embraced and is demonstrating His divine life.

So, rise to this understanding and live with this consciousness. God is waiting for us to demonstrate what He has accomplished in us through Christ Jesus. Hallelujah!

🗣 C O N F E S S I O N
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I’m filled with the fullness of God, with the totality of His divine essence, His very being. Christ in me is the hope of glory; I’m full of His power, wisdom and glory, and I walk in the consciousness of this truth. I live victoriously, fulfilling God’s purpose for my life. Amen.

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Colossians 2:9-10 For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.
10. And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power: ||

John 1:16 And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace. ||

2 Peter 1:3-4; According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that [pertain] unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
4. 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. ||

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 24:36-53 & 2 Samuel 12-14

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 7:1-13 & Numbers 5

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4. And when he had apprehended him, he put [him] in prison, and delivered [him] to four quaternions of soldiers to keep him; intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people.
5. Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 23:50-24:1-12 & 2 Samuel 7-8

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 6:30-44 & Numbers 3

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6. So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm [I will not fear or dread or be terrified]. What can man do to me? ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 23:26-49 & 2 Samuel 4-6

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 6:14-29 & Numbers 2

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𝙍𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙊𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙎

Monday, April 28th, 2025.

THE DIVINE RECIPE FOR GOOD SUCCESS
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all (1 Timothy 4:15).

In life, there’s success, and then there’s good success. Good success is God’s will for you, and it has a key recipe: meditating on the Word! God said in Joshua 1:8, "This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success."

The instruction is clear: keep the Word in your mouth, meditate on it constantly, so that you may act on it. This is the divine recipe for good success and prosperity. Notice that the scripture doesn’t say God will make your way prosperous; it says you will make your way prosperous as a result of doing the Word—acting on what you meditate upon day and night.

The Amplified Classic (AMPC) puts it this way: "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." The Word of God in your mouth and heart, coupled with consistent action, produces wisdom, prosperity and good success.

When I discovered this as a young teenager, it settled everything for me. I knew I was destined for success because I found the principle that produces it. I even declared to my classmates that I was going to be very successful. Why? I could see it in the Word. God already showed me what to do, and I was going to act on it.

At such a young age, I held "Success in Life Seminars,” teaching these principles to others. I had seen the truth in God's Word and I knew it worked. Even now, the principle remains the same: meditate on the Word; act on it, and good success, not just success, will be the inevitable result. Hallelujah!

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, I thank you for the light of your Word that illuminates my path and teaches me the principles for a successful life. I make my way prosperous and deal wisely in all my affairs because your Word is in my heart and in my mouth always. Thank you for the assurance of good success in all I do, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

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Psalms 1:2-3 But his delight [is] in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.
3. 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. ||

Proverbs 4:20-22; My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.
21. Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.
22. For they [are] life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. ||

James 1:22-25; But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
23. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:
24. For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was.
25. But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth [therein], he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. ||

Daily Scriptural Reading

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 22:66-23:1-25 & 2 Samuel 1-3

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 6:1-13 & Numbers 1

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Saturday, April 26th, 2025.

THE RECOGNITION OF HIS LORDSHIP
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved (Romans 10:13).

In our previous study, we reviewed the fact that our authority as Christians comes from heaven. We rule from heaven. However, the foundation of exercising this authority is rooted in our faith and relationship with Jesus Christ. The Name of Jesus is central to our salvation and divine authority.

From the very moment you accepted Christ, the confession of His Lordship marked the beginning of your journey in Him. God’s people need to be taught and trained in the understanding of the Lordship of Jesus; He’s the Master of our lives. This means He has authority over your words, your thoughts, your choices and decisions, and every aspect of your existence.

The most beautiful thing about this is that His Lordship over your life is one of love. We’re the objects of His great love. We yield to the lordship of His love. The Bible says we love Him because He first loved us (1 John 4:19). It’s the reason we worship Him the way we do. It’s the reason we kneel to Him in adoration, not out of habit but out of reverence, submission and recognition of His lordship.

If you fail to recognize and address Him as Lord, then kneeling to Him becomes a mere ritual. You kneel because He is your Master, and you bow in reverence to His authority. You might say, “But though He’s my Lord, He’s also my friend.” That is true. Nevertheless, you must recognise, learn and submit to His Lordship and honour accordingly.

A true friend of the King honours the King with the highest regard. As a friend of Jesus, your reverence for Him should serve as a model for others to follow. You should honour Him even more. He’s the great King of glory, Lord over all, ruler of heaven and earth. He knows who He is; He’s so great, yet affectionately disposed towards us.

He said to His disciples, “If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet” (John 13:14). He taught us to be humble by the example of His own humility. He didn’t need titles to affirm His identity; His lordship is inherent. Honour Him with your life. Honour Him in your worship and your actions.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Lord Jesus, I acknowledge your lordship over my life. You are my Master, my King and the Lord over all. You alone are God and have immortality dwelling in unapproachable light. You’re the ruler of heaven and earth; I worship and adore you, and to you be all honour, glory, and everlasting power. Amen.

📖 FURTHER STUDY:
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Philippians 2:9-11 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:
10. That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of [things] in heaven, and [things] in earth, and [things] under the earth;
11. And [that] every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ [is] Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

John 13:13-16; Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for [so] I am.
14. If I then, [your] Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet.
15. For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.
16. Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him.

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📖=> Luke 22:1-38 & 1 Samuel 26-28

2-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=> Mark 5:21-34 & Leviticus 26

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Thursday, April 24th, 2025

WHEN THE HOLY GHOST PRAYS THROUGH YOU
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Dsc. Dsc. DD.

📖 But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost (Jude 1:20).

Praying in the Spirit or praying in the Holy Ghost is twofold: there’s praying with your spirit, which is speaking in tongues, and praying through the power of the Holy Spirit. In our opening scripture, we’re instructed to pray through the power of the Holy Spirit. But in 1 Corinthians 14:14, Paul explains, “For if I pray in an unknown tongue, my spirit prayeth, but my understanding is unfruitful.” This refers to praying with your spirit, speaking in tongues, as a means of engaging with God on a deeper, spiritual level.

Then in Romans 8:26, we see another dimension of praying in the Spirit: “Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.” This is not speaking in tongues. It is the Holy Ghost interceding for us with groanings, deep, heartfelt expressions that words cannot articulate.

Have you experienced moments when words fail, and instead, your spirit is burdened with groanings and deep sighs? These are times when the Holy Ghost takes over, interceding in your behalf. When this happens, continue in prayer until you have a release in your spirit.

This kind of prayer is so powerful. It allows the Holy Ghost to address situations beyond your understanding; it’s a divine strategy for living an ever-victorious life in Christ. Additionally, as you pray in tongues, the Bible says you can ask for the gift of interpretation. This doesn’t mean translating what you prayed but receiving insight into what you’re praying about.

However, when the Holy Ghost prays through you in groanings, you may not always know the details unless He reveals them to you. The power and the effect when the Spirit prays through us like that are incontrovertible; we invoke the power and dominion of heaven on earth, manifesting divine realities. It’s one of the reasons I love and enjoy to pray.

🙏 P R A Y E R
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Dear Father, thank you for the gift of the Spirit who helps me pray beyond my understanding. As I pray in tongues and through the power of the Holy Ghost, every limitation is removed, and I walk in continuous victory. Thank you for this divine strategy to live a life that is upward and forward only, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

📖 FURTHER STUDY:
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Ephesians 6:18; Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; ||

1 Corinthians 14:2; For he that speaketh in an [unknown] tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth [him]; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries. ||

|| Romans 8:26-27 AMPC ; So too the [Holy] Spirit comes to our aid and bears us up in our weakness; for we do not know what prayer to offer nor how to offer it worthily as we ought, but the Spirit Himself goes to meet our supplication and pleads in our behalf with unspeakable yearnings and groanings too deep for utterance.
27. And He Who searches the hearts of men knows what is in the mind of the [Holy] Spirit [what His intent is], because the Spirit intercedes and pleads [before God] in behalf of the saints according to and in harmony with God’s will. ||

📖1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN;
Luke 20:20-21:1-4 & 1 Samuel 20-22

📖2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 5:1-13 & Leviticus 24

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Matthew 17:20; And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you. ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 19:28-48 & 1 Samuel 16-17

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Mark 4:21-29 & Leviticus 22

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