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Use Your Grace ~ Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor

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Topic: Use Your Grace [Monday, December 5th]

“Simon Peter saith unto them, I go a fishing. They say unto him, We also go with thee. They went forth, and entered into a ship immediately; and that night they caught nothing.”  (John 21:3 KJV)

God has given us influence in one spheres of association. In varying degrees whether you are in “leadership” or not you have a certain measure of influence. In your school, on the job, in your family, in your business circle and even your circle of friends, you have some form of influence.

What are you doing with your influence? How are you affecting the people within the confines of your sphere of association? Peter was to a very large extent was the leader of the pack. The minute he said “I go fishing, every other disciple said they were going also. Are your deeds and lifestyle affecting people positively for Christ? Or are you standing in the way of sinners preventing them from entering the kingdom of God because of yours lifestyle? Your zeal can stir up the majority.

FURTHER READING: 2 Corinthians 9:2-9, Psalm 1:1

PRAYER/CONFESSION: Father, give me the grace to influence the people around positively. Please forgive me in any way I have been negative influence to people. My zeal for your work will stir up people to love you more.

WORDS OF WISDOM: To lead, you must have influence over the people around you.

 

Eagles Devotional is a daily revelatory and inspirational Publication by Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the founder and presiding Pastor of Word of Life Bible Church, Warri, Nigeria.


 

Seeing With Your Spirit ~ Pastor Chris Oyakilome

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Topic: Seeing With Your Spirit [Monday, December 5th]

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 (Colossians 1:9).

In Genesis 3, we read the account of Satan tempting Eve to eat the fruit of the forbidden tree. Eve, being deceived, ate the fruit and gave to Adam who also ate of it. When this happened, the Bible says, “And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked” (Genesis 3:17); they had a new knowledge.

Hitherto, they didn’t know they were naked, because they had the capacity to see differently in another realm of life. They lost a type of sight (spiritual sight), and fell lower to another type of sight, which was governed by the senses. They thus became sense-ruled. They couldn’t see with their spirits anymore. They had new interpretations to life; interpretations based on sensory perceptions.

This is the case of the unregenerate man: the person who’s not born again; he lacks spiritual insight and foresight. He lacks spiritual understanding and is unable to relate with God in His realm of life. But when you’re born again, you’re awakened to the fatherhood of God; you’re awakened to the realities of God’s Kingdom; you’re brought into fellowship with God.

Ephesians 1:17-18 says, “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: The eyes of your understanding being enlightened….” Here, the Spirit of God refers to spiritual understanding, which is beyond the use of the mind and the senses. The mind is a tool, but man has a greater capacity beyond his mind. The mind receives information from the spirit and the senses, but there’s an understanding that transcends the mind. That’s why the full, accurate, correct, and precise knowledge of God is a possibility for the one who’s born again—the one whose human spirit has been recreated.

It’s God’s desire that you see differently; that you see with your spirit. It’s the reason the Holy Spirit prays through the Apostle Paul that you be filled with the knowledge of the Father’s will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding, so that you can “…walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God” (Colossians 1:10). This is possible; walk in the light of it. Hallelujah!

CONFESSION

Dear Father, I thank you for granting me insight into the mysteries and secrets of the Kingdom. I live above the sense realm. I’m fully aware of the realities of our glorious Kingdom, enjoying my inheritance in Christ. Hallelujah!

Further Study: || Proverbs 20:27 The spirit of man [is] the candle of the LORD, searching all the inward parts of the belly. ||

|| Ephesians 1:17-18 AMP 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, ||

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 2 John,
Daniel 5-6

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Revelation 7:11-17,
Amos 3-4

EXTRACT FROM: Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional


 

RCCG 2016 Annual Holy Ghost Congress Welcome Message | Complete Restoration

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We thank the Almighty God for sparing our lives to see another Holy Ghost Congress, another opportunity to celebrate Jesus – the Calmer of Storms and the Great Restorer.

I thank God for preserving your life and for making it possible for you to be part of this congress.
The Lord will reward your faith and your expectations shall not be cut short in Jesus’ name!

When God restores, what He gives back is always more than what is lost. When He speaks of Complete Restoration, it is far greater than what has been lost. And Hos word is Yeah and Amen! Your complete restoration is a settled matter. You are about to take back all that you have ever lost and more.
Congratulations!

But you have your own part to play. The Congress is a celebration of Jesus.

It is a celebration, and yet, a serious affair. It is not a time for idle chatter or aimless roaming around the auditorium. It is a time to worship the Lord intensely, pay attention to His word, seek His face and pray with thanksgiving and a genuinely repentant and expectant heart.
There will be time for personal petitions and intercessions for families, the body of Christ and the nations. Seize the opportunity of these six days of the congress to cry out unto the Lord. He assures us of speedy answers.

The morning, afternoon and evening sessions are specially designed for you. Check the daily events sections for the details. It is a complete restoration. Divinely inspired messages await you at all the sessions. You shall not miss your blessings as you give God full attention at this Congress in Jesus’ name.

It give me great joy to welcome you to this 19th edition of the Holy Ghost Congress.
Welcome to the Congress of Complete Restoration

Pastor E.A Adeboye
General Overseer, the RCCG


 

RCCG 2016 Annual Holy Ghost Congress Hymn

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SPECIAL SONG FOR CONGRESS 2016
TUNE: He Has Called Me, I Will Answer

Chorus..
Let us praise Him, brothers
Let us bless Him, Sisters
All together
Sing Halleluyah
Let us love Him, brothers
Let us serve Him, sisters
All together
Shout Halleluyah

1.There is no love
Like Jesus’ love
There is no peace
Like Jesus’Peace
There is no joy
Like Jesus’joy
There is no friend
Compared to Jesus

Chorus…

  1. When God made us
    He made us whole
    We were healthy
    We were wealthy
    But Satan came
    And we were broke
    But through Jesus
    We recovered all

Chorus…

  1. Through His beatings
    We have healings
    His poverty
    Gave us riches
    He went to hell
    Conquered Satan
    Obtained for us
    Full restoration

Chorus…

  1. We were bound by
    Satanic hosts
    We were blinded
    Lost in darkness
    Jesus sent light
    Into our lives
    And by His truth
    We are free indeed

Chorus…

  1. There is power
    In His Spirit
    There is fire
    In His Spirit
    He baptizes
    With His Spirit
    To give power
    To be His witness

Chorus…

  1. Jesus loves us
    Let us love Him
    Jesus saved us
    Let us bless Him
    Jesus healed us
    Let us serve Him
    Since He freed us
    Let us tell the world

Chorus…

  1. There are mansions
    In His Dad’s home
    There are mansions
    For you and me
    He is coming
    To take us home
    I am ready
    Will you be ready?

Chorus…

  1. Let us praise Him
    Now and ever
    Let us worship
    Halleluyah
    Let us honour
    Great Jehovah
    All together
    Shout Halleluyah

Chorus…

  1. Halleluayah
    To God Father
    Halleluyah
    To Lord Jesus
    Halleluyah
    Holy Spirit
    All together
    Put hands together

Chorus…


 

 

RCCG 2016 Annual Holy Ghost Congress Programme

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Monday

  1. Talk One – Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving
  2. Talk Two – In The Beginning

Thursday

  1. Talk & Prayers – Restoration Of Peace

Talks & Discussions
a) Sustaining The Personal Hygiene Culture For Healthy Living
b) Affordable Diet for Good Health
c) Identifying and Utilizing Business Opportunities in the Prevailing Economy
d) Making the Right Investment Choices
e) Special Talk: (Ministers Only)

Evening Session
1. Special Talk and Prayers One – “Family”
2. Special Talk and Prayers Two – “The Church”
3. Special Talk and Prayers Three – “The Youth”
4. Talk One – A New Song
5. Talk Two – Before They Call

Tuesday

Talks & Discussions
a. Sustaining Profitability in an Unstable Economy
b. SMEs: Exploring Potentials for the Export Market
c. Cassava Farming for Industrial Use & Export
d. Preventing Sexual Abuse 1 (Age 0-12 Years).

Evening Session
1.Talk One – Fullness Of Joy
2.Special Prayers 1 – The Unchangeable Lord
3.Talk Two – Healing Virtues

Friday

  1. Talk & Prayers – Signs And Wonders

Evening Session
1. Talk One & Prayers – The All-Sufficient God
2. Special Prayers Two – “The Nation”
3. Talk Two & Prayers – Complete Restoration
4. Testimonies and Thankgiving

Wednesday

Talk & Prayers – Faith To Recover All

Talks & Discussions
a) Managing Family Finances in a Depressed Economy
b) Wise Choices for Business Sustenance
c) Preventing Sexual Abuse II (The Teenage Years)
d) Special Talk: (Ministers Only)

Evening Sessions

  1. Special Prayers One – Prayers for the Education Sector
    2. Talk One – Destiny Changer
    3. Special Prayers Two – The Singles, the Widows & the Apparent Barren
    4.Talk Two – Resist The Devil

Saturday

  1. Talk & Prayers –Bless The Lord At All Times

Talks & Discussions
a) Blessings Shall Overtake You
b) Ask Till Your Joy Be Full
c) God Will Make A Way
d) The Righteous Shall Flourish
e) Permanent Victory


 

RCCG 2016 Annual Holy Ghost Congress | Theme: Complete Restoration | 5th -10th Dec; 2016

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Theme: Complete Restoration

Date: 5th – 10th December 2016

Venue: Redemption Camp, KM 46, Lagos/Ibadan Expressway, Mowe, Ogun State, Nigeria.

Ministering: Pastor E.A. Adeboye & others anointed ministers of God


Music: You Alone Are God – Tony Mac Ft. Samsong [@OfficialTonyMac @samsongfans]

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Tony Mac maybe a new name to you but he is not new to Gospel music. He started singing in 1992, and made his first public appearance in 1994 as a choir member in Praise Chapel Kaduna under the ministry of Bishop Fred Addo.

Tony Mac later joined an Acapella group in Kaduna and travelled across Nigeria singing with them for many years before relocating to Port Harcourt city. In Port Harcourt, Tony Mac joined another group called ‘Numen’. They released an album in early 2006.

After that, Tony Mac decided to go solo and released his first album titled ‘No More Limits’ in 2012, followed by a second album in 2014 tilted ‘Moving Forward’. Tony is a seasoned praise & worship leader in his home church.

Tony Mac’s vocal prowess has been recognized far and wide. In this hit single, ‘You Alone Are God’, he joined forces with international recording artist, Samsong.

 

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Music: God did It – Toby Godwin [@toby_godwin

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Toby Godwin has released another song titled ‘God did it’. This is after his widely acclaimed debut single Ekele. This one is a Christmas song celebrating the birth of Jesus and the salvation He brought. The song tows the line of African folklore beat also infused in the song is the now-fading accapella singing style positioned at the end of the song, thus giving it an eclectic finish. Download and enjoy this one. Produced by EeZeeTee Productions.

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The Success Of The Experience 2016 + Photos

_mg_3669  To say it was an amazingly electrifying night would not do it adequate justice. It was phenomenal! The awe that captivated the audience from the moment they flocked into TBS ground at 6pm to when Tope Alabi released them at 5am was tangibly felt. It was an evening that was better experienced than talked about. So was the success that was The Experience 2016.

The evening started with a colourful ministration by the House on the Rock choir and progressed into soul stirring performances from Onos, Eno Micheal, Sammie Okposo, Frank Edwards and Segun Obe. The grandfather of worship like he’s most often called, Don Moen, left no stone unturned in the journey to rendering deep heartfelt worship at heavens gate, with the audience. The thunderous ministrations from Midnight crew, Gabriel Ezenachi and Tim Godfrey left the crowd screaming for more! It was indeed intense.

As the evening glided to a climax, Cece Winans, Smorkey Norful, and Donnie McClaukin showed what it meant to praise God in one accord, inspite of cultural differences. Travis Greene who was visiting Nigeria for the first time, felt interestingly at home on the Experience stage. He shared testimonies and lead the worshippers in a bout of pure and undiluted worship.

The Convener, Pastor Paul Adefarasin was unrepentant in his resolve to preach the gospel of Christ, hence the theme ‘Revealing Jesus’. His love for a better Nigeria could be felt from the various sessions of prayers that were raised for the nation through different pastors of different churches. According to him, ‘Every Christian ought to be multidimensional, with political, economic, social and spiritual influence. Christians should get involved in governance! Our nation deserves, not the worst leading the rest, but the best, serving the rest’

While men slept and complained about economic obstacles, the Experience is continually providing a platform for small and medium businesses to thrive. It was obvious the impact it had on the economy of the state, from the activities that went on at different corners of the TBS ground.

As Chioma Jesus and Tope Alabi led the eager audience in a ground shaking rumble of praise, it was obvious the zeal Nigerians and Africans have to worship. No doubt this would last them beautifully well, till the Experience 2017 comes up. We can’t wait.

 

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Our Glorious Lineage ~ Pastor Chris Oyakilome

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Topic: Our Glorious Lineage [Sunday, December 4th]

Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever (1 Peter 1:23).

The difference between the Christian and the non-Christian isn’t just in the fact that the Christian goes to church while the non-Christian doesn’t; the difference is in their nature. The Christian has a new nature, the nature of God; his spirit has been recreated to have a new life—the divine life. The Christian is born of God; His origin is in God (1 John 4:4).

It wasn’t just a mere change that took place in you when you were born again; it was an actual translation, a replacement or supplanting of the life with which you were born of your parents, with the eternal and indestructible life of God. It’s a brand new life. You no longer carry the “genes” of your earthly parents; you don’t belong in the lineage of the first Adam; you hail from Christ—the Second and Last Adam.

You’re of a chosen breed; you’re from a new lineage. 1 Peter 2:9 declares, “But ye are a chosen generation….” The word “generation” derives from the root-word “gene,” and it’s akin to the word “lineage.” A gene is the basic unit of heredity in a living organism. Genes determine the physical, mental, and other characteristics an individual inherits from his parents. Therefore, that you’re “a chosen generation” means you belong to a special lineage of “associates of the God-kind,” with divine genetic material (2 Peter 1:3-4).

You have Christ’s “DNA” in you because He’s your root; He’s your life (Colossians 3:4). Hallelujah! This means the natural human life which was terrestrial (of the earth)—that could get sick and afflicted with disease and pain—has been supplanted by the life of Christ, which is celestial and indestructible. No earthly impediments or inhibitions can work against you or destroy you, because you’re a new creation; you’re peculiar. You have the life and nature of your heavenly Father.

PRAYER

Precious heavenly Father, thank you for the blessings of my new life in Christ Jesus! I declare that the lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; I have a goodly heritage. Health is mine! Strength is mine. Thank you for helping me discover myself in your Word, and live the victorious life in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Further Study: || 1 John 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, [even] our faith. ||

|| John 1:12-13 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. ||

|| 1 Peter 2:9 AMP But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a dedicated nation, [God’s] own purchased, special people, that you may set forth the wonderful deeds and display the virtues and perfections of Him Who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. ||

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: 1 John 5,
Daniel 3-4

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Revelation 7:1-10,
Amos 1-2

EXTRACT FROM: Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional


 

His Benefits ~ Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor

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Topic: His Benefits [December 4, 2016]

“… Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;

who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s” (Psalm 103:1-5 KJV)

There are a lot of benefits in Christianity. Some are referred to in the above scripture. In the above scripture, I like that word ‘all’ as used in the scripture; “…Who forgiveth all thine inequities;” this means, when you give your life to Christ, all kind of sins are capable of being forgiven; “…who healeth all thine diseases;” this means that no matter the kind of sickness or disease in your body, God can heal you. In fact, it is your divine benefit; “…who redeemeth thy life from destruction.”

Did you know that God daily preserves and keeps us from evil and destruction? Oh yes, He does. If not for the Lord who is on your side, you story would have been different. Do you know that you have a crown on your head? Not only do you have a crown, your crown is wrapped with loving kindness and tender mercies. Above all, He satisfies you with supernaturally prepared meals that rejuvenate and keep you youthful always.

Do not give the devil any loophole to stop you from getting your daily benefits. You have to claim them, no matter what it costs. Claim these benefits through prayer!

PRAYER/CONFESSION: I Bless You Oh Lord, for your benefits in my life

FURTHER READING: Psalm 103:1-5

WORDS OF WISDOM: When you do not forget what He has done for you, you give God the enthusiasm to do another.

Eagles Devotional is a daily revelatory and inspirational Publication by Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the founder and presiding Pastor of Word of Life Bible Church, Warri, Nigeria.


 

Honor God And He’ll Honor You ~ Kenneth Copeland

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Topic: Honor God And He’ll Honor You [December 4, 2016]

Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. – Proverbs 3:9-10

The book of Proverbs gives us a very basic principle of success. It is this: If you want God to honor you and bless you in any area of your life, you’re going to have to honor Him in that particular area.

If you want God to bless you financially, you’re going to have to honor Him with your money, or as this verse puts it, with the firstfruits of all your increase. In other words, you’re going to have to tithe.

Ken and I know that from experience. When we started our life with the Lord, we were in terrible shape financially. And we stayed that way for several years because we failed to tithe consistently. Oh, we tried to tithe, but we’d never last long at it.

Then, one day, we made a quality decision that we were going to tithe no matter what. That’s when we started coming out of trouble financially. When we began honoring God with our money by tithing, He began to help us in that area in miraculous ways.

You may say, “Well, Gloria, I just can’t afford to tithe right now.”

But let me tell you, you can’t afford not to! If you don’t start honoring God with your money, you’ll be in the same financial position next year that you’re in today.

So do it—even if it looks like you can’t afford to. God is faithful! If you’ll honor Him by giving Him the 10 percent that belongs to Him, He’ll help you with the rest.

Give God His first. Do it in faith, expecting. As you tithe, worship Him and be grateful for what He has already done in your life. You’ll be amazed when you see what He can do.

Scripture Reading: Malachi 3:8-12

This message was written by Kenneth and Gloria Copeland, the leader of the Kenneth Copeland Ministries (www.KCM.org) that specializes in teaching principles of bible faith – prayer, healing, salvation and other biblical topics.


 

Depending On God For Victory ~ Pastor William Kumuyi

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Topic: Depending On God For Victory [December 4, 2016]

Text: 2 Samuel 5:11-25

Key Verse: “And David enquired of the LORD, saying, Shall I go up to the Philistines? wilt thou deliver them into mine hand? And the LORD said unto David, Go up: for I will doubtless deliver the Philistines into thine hand” (2 Samuel 5:19).

When Samuel Chad Wick yielded himself utterly to God, he said: “There came into my soul a deep peace, a thrilling joy and a new sense of power. My mind was quickened. Every power was alert. Either illumination took the place of logic, or reason became intuitive. My bodily powers also were quickened. There was a new sense of spring and vitality, a new power of endurance and a strong man’s exhilaration in big things.

Things began to happen. What we had failed to do by strenuous endeavour came to pass without labour. It was gloriously wonderful”. David knew that his greatness came only from God in an environment where other heathen kingdoms around him attributed their greatness to power, conquest, armies and wealth. Hence, he was always asking for God’s guidance before taking a major decision against any enemy kingdom that rose up to confront him. Although David was favoured, successful and loved by his people, he gave God first place in his life and conducted the affairs of the kingdom in complete reliance on Him.

True greatness is having a close relationship with God and bringing our ambition under His control. However, although David sincerely sought after God, he had weaknesses like any other person who lived before the dispensation of grace. One of those weaknesses was his desire for women. Sadly, the children from these women caused his kingdom much grief. God is completely against polygamy or any other immoral act. The supportive effort of Hiram, king of Tyre is highly inspired. This king sent messengers to David with cedar trees and carpenters and masons who built him a house. This was a great motivation to David which gave assurance that God was with him. Little assistance may go a big way unknown to us to provoke somebody to good work. Let us not be weary in well doing.

Thought for the day: True greatness comes when under God’s inalienable control.

Bible Reading in one Year: Hosea 5-9

DCLM Daily Manna was written by Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi; is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church situated at KM 42 on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.


 

Satan’s Delicacy? ~ Pastor E.A Adeboye

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Topic: Satan’s Delicacy? [Sunday 4, December 2016]

Memorise: Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright. Hebrews 12:16

Read: Daniel 1:6-8 (KJV)

6 Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah:

7 Unto whom the prince of the eunuchs gave names: for he gave unto Daniel the name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of Meshach; and to Azariah, of Abednego.

8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

Bible in One Year: Exodus 17-19, Psalms 116

MESSAGE:

The word ‘delicacy’ is commonly used to describe a food item that is considered highly desirable and usually scarce and expensive. Delicacies often have unusual characteristics, flavours and tastes, thereby attracting the interest of the high and mighty in the society. Meanwhile, the devil uses a delicacy as a potent weapon to bring down his human targets, and it was proven an effective weapon over the years. He successfully used it against Adam and Eve, Esau, etc. However, Godly people like Daniel know that delicacies have the potential to defile a child of God, especially when offered as bait from the devil. I pray that you will never fall for any attractive proposition of the devil in Jesus’ name.

“The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.”Psalms 19:8

When oil is pure, it makes the lamp burn brightly. When a candle light burns, and it comes across something impure, it suddenly goes dim, or off. If you do not want to dim or quench the Spirit of God in you, keep off every form of defilement. Evil thoughts will hinder the free move of God in your life. Acts of disobedience, self-will and insubordination to authority are capable of putting out the fire of the Spirit in you.

Christians are the brides of Christ, therefore, God expects us to maintain our purity. Psalms 119:1 says:

“Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD.”

The undefiled resists temptation and is without sin like Jesus was (Hebrews 4:15). If you want to remain undefiled, you must watch against the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life (1 John 2:15-17). To be undefiled, you must remain in God’s way, keeping His commandments. God’s Word and instructions must be the laws governing your life. Are you undefiled? How pure are you? No matter how pure or undefiled you may be; there is room to press forward for a greater, higher and closer walk with God. Are you ready to pant after more of God in your life?

Prayer Point: Lord Jesus, I refuse to fall for the devil’s trick, please help me to maintain my purity.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.


 

A Calm Delight ~ Joyce Meyer

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Topic: A Calm Delight [December 4, 2016]

You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy. — Psalm 16:11

When you consider joy, you may immediately think about one of those bubbly people you know who is “up” all of the time, and perhaps you are not like that. I’m not like that either. But for those of us who tend to be more serious, it is important that we also learn how to have fun, to cut loose, and lighten up a little.

What is joy and what is joy based on? Joy is defined as “a shout; a proclamation that can manifest in singing; a calm delight.” Your joy is not to be based on your circumstances. Happiness may be based on what is happening to you, but not joy. Joy—a fruit of the Spirit—is like a deep well on the inside of you. It is not the fruit of your circumstance. No matter what you are facing in life, you can have joy in the midst of it. Learn to abide in the midst of a calm delight.


 

Music: Wonder To My Soul – Soltune [@Soltune]

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Here’s a new song just released from gospel artist Soltune titled “Wonder to my soul“. It’ a beautiful song from a heart of gratitude.

I thought it good to shew the signs and wonders that the high God hath wrought toward me. [3] How great are his signs! and how mighty are his wonders! his kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and his dominion is from generation to generation.” – Soltune

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