Music: Bayede Nkosi – Oluwalonibisi Ft. IBK [@oluwalonibc]

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Bayede Nkosi are Zulu words used to praise a king. They can be used to substitute any praise word and might as well mean, your majesty, king!

Isn’t that who our God is? Majesty! Awesome! Glorious! King of kings who deserves our highest praise.

In his words, Oluwalonibisi Says “My heart long to sing a sincere and real song of worship to God and I was blessed to receive this song, Bayede Nkosi. As I entered into the bathroom that beautiful day the Holy Spirit helped to birth the song. It took us time to learn and record the right pronunciation of the words. My producer IBK can Testify to that.

Bayede is not pronounced as it is spelt. (You can hear the right pronunciation in the song)”

So when you feel like expressing your praise to Jesus but you are short of words, just shout it loud “BAYEDE NKOSI! It can substitute any praise word for! We trust God that as you hear this song you will experience His majesty and be lost in deep adoration for Jesus.

 

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A Messenger With A Message ~ Pastor E.A Adeboye

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Topic: A Messenger With A Message [Sunday 18, December 2016]

Memorise: And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! – Romans 10:15

Read: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 (KJV)

1 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;

2 Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.

3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;

4 And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.

5 But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry.

Bible in One Year: Leviticus 10-12, Psalms 120-122

MESSAGE:

The whole of the Bible and everything about Christianity is summed up in the Gospel of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which arises naturally from believer’s love for God and the appreciation of all that He has done for us, is known as evangelism. The New Testament Bible stresses the importance of evangelism, and provides important guidance as to how it should be done. Matthew 28:19 spells out the great commission:

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:”

The focus of evangelism is the proclamation of the good news of the coming of the kingdom of God, including forgiveness of sins and hope of eternal life, through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Daniel 10:6 describes the peculiar features of the original messenger (Jesus Christ) as follows:

“His body also was like the beryl, and his face as the appearance of lightning, and his eyes as lamps of fire, and his arms and his feet like in colour to polished brass, and the voice of his words like the voice of a multitude.”

The fiery face and the fire in His eyes represents the countenance of a no nonsense judge, the voice of a multitude symbolize peoples, nations and languages of the world. There is no place on the surface of the earth where His message will not be heard. Another thing the passage talks about is the Lord’s feet, how they appear like brass when on fire. Brass signifies strength. Jesus feet are said to be polished brass. This indicates that His feet are empowered trample upon His enemies. If you are truly located in your place of authority in Christ Jesus, the only place your enemies can be is under your feet. Like Jesus, your feet need to be empowered so that when you trample on serpents and scorpions, you will not be hurt. To do this, you must empower your feet as God’s messenger with evangelism. Every soul you win for God’s Kingdom turns your feet to be as strong as the Lord’s so that you can easily have victory over your enemies. How many souls have you won to the Lord since the year began?

Prayer Point: Father, please make me an effective soul winner in Jesus’ name.

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.


 

Music: Idi Nma – Ejura [@Ejuralive]

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Ejura, is a very gifted songstress whose unquenchable passion  for gospel music is born out of the the desire to honour and extol the almighty God. She was born in markurdi ,started singing at a tender age , however in recent times she worked as  a worship leader  in her local assembly. Today she’s actively  promoting her own brand of spirit filled very soulfull and inspiring gospel music. Ejura is an artist with a beautiful voice  wonderful  attitude and a unique mastery  of musical artistry.

Here is a beautiful new debut single from Ejura titled “Idi Nma“, available for download.

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Music: Elu Agogo [Jingle Bells] – Florocka

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It’s an early Christmas for Music Producer/Songwriter FLOROCKA as he introduces the brand new Christmas Single off his Holiday Album; ANOTHER CHRISTMAS ACCORDING TO FLOROCKA.

The New Single “Elu Agogo” (Yoruba for Jingle Bells) is a beautiful folk remake of the familiar Christmas Anthem, delivered in the classic ‘ROCKA edgy style.

“I can’t tell you how much fun it was recording a Christmas record,” FLOROCKA said in a recent interview. “I’m excited for people to hear it.”

“Christmas is my favorite time of year,” FLOROCKA added. “It’s a very important season for me, especially now that my daughter ZAMAR has just recently turned 5. It’s reminded me of how you see it through different eyes when you’re a parent. It’s wonderful.”

 

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Music: O Holy Night – Lauretta Cookey [@Lauryee143]

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Out Today is the captivating dance version of the popular Christmas tune, “Oh Holy Night” by beautiful Nigerian Soul Singer, Lauretta Cookey.

Produced by Skytimz, the song comes alive with its latin music elements and unique vocal play by the talented singer, with help from some of her friends – Bass by Enoch Emamezi; Classical vocals by D’Anne & Mr Kelvin Otung; Background Vocals by Annette Cookey.
Lauretta Cookey is a renowned Songwriter/Vocalist who has worked with top artists including Sammie Okposo, Cobhams, Donnie McClurkin, Nikki Laoye, Kierra Sheard and she has also worked behind the scenes on different projects such as The Project Fame TV Show, Pepsi Rhythm Unplugged.
She is a Lead Vocalist at The House On The Rock Church, Lagos and also the older sister to Annette Cookey, the last female standing/3rd Runner Up in the very 1st edition of Project Fame, won by Iyanya.
Last year, Lauretta released another catchy version of “Oh come all ye faithful” which got great reviews and airplay during the yuletide season.
Enjoy this lovely version of “Oh Holy Night”, it’s bound to be a favorite on your playlist.

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Music: I Believe – Joseph Peter [@PeterJoseph86]

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Joseph Peter is the president of the Soul Renewal Internationalknown as Kingdom Groover; a man who is passionate about popularising the kingdom of God through music.

The Ondo state base musician was inspired by the Holy Spirit to release this song titled I BELIEVE.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ gives us life, direction and the opportunity to start all over again no matter what circumstance.
“Believe in him and walk in love as Christ also has loved us and gave himself for us as a sacrifice”
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This piece was composed by Joseph Peter and it’s nicely produced byOlajide Seun #IMPIt is a song for every season

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Music: Manifest – Geena Brooks

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Geena Brooks releases Manifest a techno and dancehall infusion of electric guitars and a sonorous energetic vocal delivery, Her dexterity reflects the lyrics of the song,you cant help but nod and dab to this groove.
She is a Performing and Recording Artist,Song writter and a Professional background vocalist hailing from Delta State.

Her sound is a unique message in her music as it continues to account for how great God is with hit singles You be God and Manifest.
Plus Geena Brooks has graced major platforms all over Nigeria,Ghana,Cameroon to mention a few theExperience Nigeria,shout of victory Ghana and many more,she is an inspiration to young minds. Geena currently resides in Lagos Nigeria.

 

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Music: Everything – KennySam Ft. Kingsley Ike & King James [@kennysam2]

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Multi talented Abuja based  music minister Kenny Sam has released his first official collabo single release featuring  Praise and Worship Legend , the Wamilele crooner, Kingsley Ike and super talented Kingjames.

The song Everything describes the magnanimity of God as all providing. The duo of Kingsley Ike and Kingjames lending their voice to this song by Kenny Sam will bring you to an outflow of worship.

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Can God Trust You? ~ Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor

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Topic: Can God Trust You?  [December 17, 2016]

“O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings.” (1 Timothy 6:20)

Can God trust you with responsibility in His house? Are you committed to the things of God or opposite is the case? Are you one of the professional bench warmers who have been in church for a long time and yet do nothing for the work of God? Be serious with your responsibility in the house of God; see the work of God as a serious matter.

Take a cue from Paul; immediately he rose up from that encounter on his way to Damascus, he said “what shall I do Lord…?” (Acts 22:10a)

God expects us to be committed to His work and not just proffer vain babblings. For every responsibility God gives you, there is a blessing attached.

Whatever you do in church, whether as a worker or a leader, be committed.

FURTHER READING: Daniel 33:13-17

WORDS OF WISDOM: Every responsibility is a blessing.

PRAYER/CONFESSION: I will keep that which is committed to my hands.

 

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.


 

Endowed To Prosper ~ Pastor Chris Oyakilome

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Topic: Endowed To Prosper [Saturday, December 17th]

But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth… (Deuteronomy 8:18).

The word “power” in the verse above means an enablement; it means strength or ability. So, it should actually read, “But you shall remember the Lord your God: for it is he that enables, strengthens, and gives you the ability to get wealth.” Throughout the scriptures, the way God enabled anyone was by the Spirit, and through His Word.

For example, we read what He said to Saul in 1 Samuel 10:6: “And the Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, and thou shalt prophesy with them, and shalt be turned into another man.” When the Spirit came on God’s people in the Old Testament, they were supernaturally enabled. Then we read in Genesis 12:2, God’s word to Abraham: “…I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing.” That was an enablement; the ability for greatness; the strength and power to prosper, was conferred on him when God spoke those words to him.

Now, about us, the new creation, Galatians 3 establishes the profound truth that we’re Abraham’s seed. In the twenty-ninth verse, Paul submits, “And if ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.” Thus, as the seed of Abraham, the supernatural ability for greatness, success and a life of endless victories and possibilities have been conferred on you. Nothing is impossible for you, and with you anymore, because the Holy Spirit lives in you. Your consciousness of His indwelling presence, and walk in the light of His Word about you is your guarantee of a life of ever-increasing glory.

Learn to yield yourself to the Holy Spirit; listen to His voice inside you. He’s the greater One and has brought into your life the supernatural endowment to prosper.

CONFESSION

The Holy Spirit has granted me the supernatural advantage in life. I’ve been divinely enabled to walk in righteousness, prosperity, health, success, and victory. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I walk in greatness and superabundance today. Hallelujah!

Further Study: || Colossians 1:9-11 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; 10 That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness; ||

|| Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed [is] the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 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. ||

Daily Scripture Reading

1-Year Bible Reading Plan: Revelation 9,
Jonah 1-4

2-Year Bible Reading Plan: Revelation 14:11-20,
Habakkuk 1-2

EXTRACT FROM: Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional


 

March On ~ Pastor William Kumuyi

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Topic: March On [December 17, 2016]

Text: Galatians 3:1-12

Key Verse: “Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh? for, The just shall live by faith” (Galatians 3:3,11b).

In every race, there are times it may appear that all the strength is gone and there’s no more power to pull through. Those who compete in long distance race say the hardest point is always towards the finishing line, when all strength appears to have gone and it seems the runner may drop dead the next second. This is usually the challenge and flash of discouragement which come before a crown. But the sprinter is kept on the track by sheer determination and eyes fixed on the trophy. Paul the apostle did not take it lightly with believers in the Galatian church.

He had known their zeal and the level they were operating with God in time past. All of a sudden, things began to fall apart; strong believers were becoming cold and carnal. It was a big concern to him that he concluded that their current state must have been influenced by some extraneous influence. He asked them, “who hath bewitched you…?” (verse 1). He noted that they started well but expressed sadness that while he was expecting them to be progressing, they were regressing. However, he encouraged them to see the race as a spiritual journey that can be accomplished by faith and not by a bundle of physical strength. He reminded them that the Christian race is not a carnal one, but one that demands partnership with God at all times through faith. In the Christian race, there comes a time when a believer begins to question the rationale behind life of obedience to God.

There comes a time when a believer begins to think God has abandoned him. At that point, the believer must endeavour to hold on to the “faith of our fathers”. It does gladden the heart to realise that some others who had passed through the furnace here on earth are right now in the bosom of the almighty God, being comforted. Consistent walk with God therefore, demands a great deal of faith.

Thought for the day: Anytime you step out by faith, you step into victory.

Bible Reading in one Year: Zephaniah 1-3

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.


 

Dare To Take Your Place ~ Kenneth Copeland

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Topic: Dare To Take Your Place [December 17, 2016]

But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared…which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; that being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs. – Titus 3:4,6-7

A covenant of grace. That’s what you and I have with Almighty God. If you could truly grasp the significance of that, you’d never be the same again.

What exactly is a covenant of grace? It’s a relationship of favor that gives you access to someone else’s power.

An illustration of a covenant of grace is the covenant the old Sicilian “family” members have with the “godfather” of the “family.”

In that group, a weak person might come in and ask the Don for a favor. The Don would say, “I will grant this favor and I will ask a favor of you, and when that time comes, I will collect it.”

Once that was said, the weak person would become excited. Suddenly he knew he would no longer have this problem because anyone who tried to rough him up would now have to face the godfather, the one with all the power. Suddenly, that little guy’s attitude would change. He would leave the presence of the head of the family in the full assurance that he didn’t have a thing to worry about. He was no longer small and powerless in his own mind. He had gained favor (grace) with the powerful.

He’d walk out thinking, Everything is handled. All I have to do now is whatever the Don asks me to do—and the Don knows I don’t have anything, so whatever he asks me to do, he’ll provide the wherewithal to do it.

That’s grace. God’s willingness to enter in to blood covenant with you and give you everything He has in exchange for everything you have.

He took your sin to give you His righteousness. He took your sickness to give you His health. He took your poverty in order to meet all your needs according to His riches in glory. Whenever He asks you to do something, He provides everything you need to carry it out.

The great Jehovah, God of heaven and earth, is your Father God. Can you understand that? If you’re under the blood of Jesus, you’ve been made a covenant child of the most powerful being in the universe.

Dare to take your place in the family!

Scripture Reading: Luke 4:14-21

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.


Praying Or Murmuring ~ Pastor E.A Adeboye

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Topic: Praying Or Murmuring [Saturday 17, December 2016]

Memorise: Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not. – James 4:2

Read: Luke 15:25-32 (KJV)

25 Now his elder son was in the field: and as he came and drew nigh to the house, he heard musick and dancing.

26 And he called one of the servants, and asked what these things meant.

27 And he said unto him, Thy brother is come; and thy father hath killed the fatted calf, because he hath received him safe and sound.

28 And he was angry, and would not go in: therefore came his father out, and intreated him.

29 And he answering said to his father, Lo, these many years do I serve thee, neither transgressed I at any time thy commandment: and yet thou never gavest me a kid, that I might make merry with my friends:

30 But as soon as this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted calf.

31 And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine.

32 It was meet that we should make merry, and be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found.

Bible in One Year: Leviticus 8-9, Psalms 119:161-172

MESSAGE:

In Christianity, prayer is generally defined as a solemn request for divine intervention or an expression of thanksgiving addressed to the Almighty God. It is therefore clear that prayer is not synonymous with murmuring, protest, demand, or complains. A proper understanding of the art of prayer and the type of prayer that brings results is very important in Christianity.

Let’s consider some biblical examples of prayer. While describing the way he prayed under a particular circumstance, the Psalmist in Psalms 42:4 says he poured out his soul to God. The phrase, “I pour out my soul” describes the soul like it is liquid. Depending on the situation, some prayers can take on a casual form while others may wear a garb of seriousness.

The intensity of your thanksgiving prayer will differ in a case where you experienced a hitch-free trip compared to when you met with several difficulties during the trip but eventually arrived safely. The Psalmist in Psalms 130:1-2 talks of calling unto God out of the deep. Somebody said that this was Jonah’s prayer in the belly of the fish. When there is no imminent danger, and you are in the comfort of your air-conditioned bedroom praying, that kind of prayer will be sweet, smooth and leisure-like. But the one in the belly of a fish such as in Jonah’s case would definitely be different. Jonah would have been very aggressive and desperate and must have prayed like a drowning man.

In 1 Samuel 1:13-18, when Hannah was praying, only her lips moved. Some people have used this as an excuse to engage in silent prayers. But the truth is, although she was not making a sound, it does not mean that she was not praying aggressively. We could compare this to a situation where an eight-day-old baby is circumcised and he is in pains. He cries out in agony and he continues to cry until his voice pales out, yet he will continue crying. Hannah must have cried to the extent of losing her voice. There is an extent to which you will pray and you will realize that you have gotten God’s attention. What kind of prayer takes place in your family? How desperate are you? If you can pour out your heart to the Lord without being so mindful of grammar or who may be nearby, or who is looking or not looking at you, you will get His attention.

At the end of the day, what is important is getting answers to prayers and not whether you appear to men as being prayerful. I have often stated that whatever progress and achievements are visible in the RCCG today; they are by the grace of God and the prayers of the saints. As you engage heaven in aggressive prayers this season, you will receive divine attention in Jesus’ name. Call on Him!

Prayer Point: Father, please, teach me to pray genuinely from today in Jesus’ name.

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.


 

Pray For The Right Friends ~ Joyce Meyer

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Topic: Pray For The Right Friends [December 17, 2016]

Don’t link up with those who will pollute you.2 Corinthians 6:17 (The Message)

True friends don’t try to control you—they help you be what God wants you to be. Put your faith in God, and ask Him to give you friends who are truly right for you. Perhaps you never thought of using your faith for right friends, but God offers us a new way to live. He invites us to live by faith. There is no part of your life God is not concerned about, and He wants to be involved in everything you want, need, or do.

I cannot make myself acceptable to all people, and neither can you, but we can believe that God will give us favor with the people He wants us involved with. Sometimes we try to have relationships with people God does not even want us to be associated with. Some of the people I really worked hard to be friends with in the past, often compromising my own conscience in order to gain their acceptance, were the very ones who rejected me the first time I didn’t do exactly as they wanted me to. I realize now I wanted their friendship for wrong reasons. I was insecure and wanted to be friends with the “popular” people, thinking my association with important people would make me important.

We should put our faith in the Lord to help us choose right friends, as well as everything else that concerns us.


Music: Keresimesi – A’dam Ft. Mike Abdul

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Hurray! Christmas is again. Are you ready for this?

Again this time A’dam decides to team up with Mike Abdul to creatively deliver this beautiful, contemporary African Christmas sound.
Keresimesi is witty, funny, percussive and groovy. There’s no doubt these men know how to get us bumping our heads to quality music.
Enjoy this unique tune and have a fantabulous Christmas and new year celebration.

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The Peace That Comes With Being Content ~ Joyce Meyer

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Topic: The Peace That Comes With Being Content [December 16, 2016]

But if we have food and clothing, with these we shall be content (satisfied).— 1 Timothy 6:8

Nobody has a perfect life, and it is entirely possible that if you want someone else’s life, they are busy wanting someone else’s too; perhaps they even want your life.

Unknown people want to be movie stars, but movie stars want privacy. The regular employee wants to be the boss, but the boss wishes he did not have so much responsibility. A single woman wants to be married, but quite often, a married woman wishes she were single.

Contentment with life is not a feeling—it is a decision. Contentment does not mean that we never want to see change or improvement, but it does mean that we will do the best we can with what we have. It means that we are thankful for what God has given us and we are determined to enjoy the gift of life.

Prayer of Thanks: When I am tempted to be jealous of someone else’s life, Father, I pray that You will help me to be content with who I am and what You have given me. I thank You that I have a purpose and destiny for my life. Today, I choose to be grateful and content.