Dunamis Seeds Of Destiny 2 February 2025 Devotional By Dr. Paul Enenche: Forgiveness; A Proof Of Love
TOPIC: Forgiveness; A Proof Of Love (Seeds Of Destiny 2 February 2025)
SCRIPTURE: But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: Ephesians 4:15.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: You cannot claim to truly love if you are unwilling to forgive.
MESSAGE:
The Scripture clearly reveals that love is a spiritual virtue, a fruit of the Spirit. Galatians 5:22 says, But the fruit of the Spirit is love. And like every fruit or planting, love has the capacity to grow (Jeremiah 12:2). Every spiritual grace is designed to increase and mature as 2Peter 3:18 exhorts us:
But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen.
Love exists in degrees, dimensions, and expressions. From Scripture, we see an example of love shown by Joseph towards his brothers. Despite being wronged by them even to the point of seeking to kill him, Joseph demonstrated an unusual kind of love and forgiveness towards them. When his brothers came to Egypt to buy grain during the famine, Joseph not only forgave them but also threw a feast in their honour. He asked them, “How many are you?” They replied, “We are twelve brothers, but one has died.” The one they thought had died was, in fact, standing before them—Joseph himself. When he revealed his identity to them, instead of seeking a revenge, he showed them love. Joseph celebrated with his brothers, forgave their betrayal, and even gave them the best land in Egypt. Joseph’s ability to fully forgive his brothers showed the maturity of love at work in his life.
One of the clearest proofs of genuine love is forgiveness. You cannot claim to truly love if you are unwilling to forgive. As Scripture says, “Love covers a multitude of sins” (1 Peter 4:8). Love forgives. True love grows to the point where it releases others from their wrongs and extends grace, just as Joseph did with his brothers. Beloved, make up your mind to love genuinely. Practice forgiveness.
Remember this: You cannot claim to truly love if you are unwilling to forgive.
ASSIGNMENT:
- Make up your mind to love genuinely from your heart and continue to grow in love.
- Practice the act of forgiveness.
PRAYER: Father, I receive the grace to genuinely and sincerely. Let your love in my heart impact the lives of others positively, Lord in Jesus’ Name.
FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: GROWING IN LOVE
QUOTE: Resentment then leads to unforgiveness and finally, unforgiveness leads to bitterness. Culled from the book, “Am I Bitter?” by Dr(Mrs) Becky Paul-Enenche.
DAILY READING: Deuteronomy 3-6
AMAZING FACT: Lion cubs are born with spots that fade as they grow older.
PROPHETIC DECLARATION/WORD: May the love of God flow in your heart in this season to impact your world in Jesus’ Name.
Today’s devotional was written by Pastor Paul Enenche of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), headquartered at Abuja, Nigeria, with Pastor Paul and Becky Enenche, as the Senior Pastors. It is a power-packed arena where God’s Presence, Principles and Power are at work for the salvation, healing and restoration of human destinies and dignities.
