Category: Inspiration

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For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they [men] are without excuse: [ Romans 1:20 KJV ]

You cannot make excuses for something that is readily available. Some people offer numerous excuses for their disbelief in God, despite the abundant evidence of His existence evident in creation. His eternal power is showcased on the canvas of creation, with His divinity unmistakably embossed upon it. What then could our excuses be for not acknowledging His power and divinity? If we ever need a witness to the divinity and power of God, we need not look far. We are surrounded by the declarations of God’s creation. Consequently, we are without excuses, and God’s wrath and punishment can come upon those who ignore them. Just as students are tested on what they know, likewise, we will be judged by the things God has made available to us. Psalms 19:1 says “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” The voice of creation echoes throughout the earth, its message reaching to the ends of the earth. For those who wish to perceive what God is like, the things He has made clearly reveal His nature. God’s image is displayed through His handiwork. Therefore, to perceive God clearly, we must carefully examine His handiwork. The invisible attributes of God are expressed through creation, their meanings conveyed by the things that are made. By carefully examining your world and the works of God, your excuses will disappear.

Prayer_Bead: Creator of the Universe, what can’t you do? Thank you for the manifestation of your invisible attributes through the things you have made. Glory be to your name.

Wisdom_Quote: Creation mirrors the attributes of God.

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Who is this that darkeneth counsel by words without knowledge? [ Job 38:2 KJV ]

Counsel has a fine and well-defined line, but this line can be erased or darkened by words lacking knowledge. The most effective tool advancing the erasure or darkening of counsel is social media. The facts presented to us on these platforms often contradict the word and will of God, leading many naive young people to be unclear about the right path. They begin to believe the false reports of such systems rather than the truth of God’s word and become messengers of these “words without knowledge” to others. All of this begins with the casual and unconcerned way we handle our everyday lives, including the things we watch and read. What we hear has the power to darken or brighten counsel. “For that righteous man, living among them day after day, was tormented in his righteous soul by the lawless deeds he saw and heard” (2 Peter 2:8). Lot damaged his soul by absorbing information lacking in knowledge. Words, images, and sounds have the ability to lead us down a dark path. Over time, our speech and language reflect the patterns of what we have been exposed to. The world promotes lawless deeds, hoping that through ignorance we will torment our righteous souls and become disconnected from our heavenly Father. By the grace of God, we can identify this trap, through the knowledge of God when we identify what the enemy throws at us, aimed at darkening counsel. Don’t be misled by the lies of the enemy. Embrace God’s truth.

Prayer_Bead: Gracious Father, thank you for the knowledge of your word. Keep me from every contrary words without knowledge. In Jesus’ name.

Wisdom_Quote: Words without Knowledge darkens counsel.

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He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap. [ Ecclesiastes 11:4 KJV ]

The wise sayings of the preacher explain why many destinies are held in a stationary position. It is normal to observe the wind before you put a seed in the soil or the clouds before you harvest your crops, but sometimes you cannot be sure what the weather will bring and you may have to take a chance rather than wait forever. Oftentimes, procrastination gives us the evil lecture that you don’t have the right materials to start, you don’t have the numbers to begin, you can do it at a future date when you are better prepared, or when circumstances align in your favor, etc. All these beautiful excuses come from the chief steward—procrastination—in the camp of delay and stagnation. Unknown to many people, these suggestions are the reason they are still where they have been. Many times, the favourable conditions may be absent but we must still make the move. The army of Israel kept looking at the stature of Goliath and as a result couldn’t make any move to fight him. They were stopped by what they saw. David, on the other hand, brought a historic breakthrough to Israel when he decided to make a move. He knew that the situation he faced was very uncertain but he didn’t consider defeat as probable as it was. If you’ve been watching the wind for months or years even, it’s time you sow your seeds. And if you’re afraid the clouds will pour rain, and so, you’re holding back on harvesting then please ignore the clouds and reap your harvest. Your testimony is overdue. Let the world see the glory of God through you.

Prayer_Bead: Father, thank you for showing me the agenda of procrastination in my life. Help me to make the necessary moves. In Jesus’ name.

Wisdom_Quote: Your outcome is changed by your move, not your observations.

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Joseph’s master took him and put him in prison, the place where the king’s prisoners were confined. [ Genesis 39:20 NIV ]

This was not the first time Joseph had been betrayed. His initial encounter with betrayal came from his own brothers, who sold him into slavery. His world seemed shattered. He likely felt his world crumbling, his heart crushing, his hope dashed, his mind wandering. And then, just as it seemed he was delivered from his worst fears and comforted in the house of Potiphar, another darkness came—he was taken to prison. But just as we see stars when it’s dark and rainbows when it rains, Joseph’s story saw a beautiful “rainbow ending.” Many times, the dark seasons of our lives are opportunities in disguise. Joseph’s prison experience was a blessing in disguise because that place gave him access to the government of Egypt—a fate he couldn’t have achieved any other way due to his lack of connections, formal education, and money. Yet, the dark season of his life ushered in the greatest opportunity and blessing he could have ever dreamed of. He was placed in the prison where the king’s prisoners were kept. It was no coincidence because he would later become one of the king’s officials. Even in the dark season of your life, pay attention to the signs on the wall because, even then, your immediate environment may give you a hint about your tomorrow. The most remarkable attribute Joseph displayed is that he never complained. In the heart of his dark season, he depended on God. And when the devil brought what seemed like a ladder to bring him out, he declined. He chose prison over disobeying God’s holy law when he said, “How could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?” (Genesis 39:9). And teaching us that staying true till the end brings the glory that lies at the end..

Prayer_Bead: King of kings, thank you for your mighty works in my life, even in the dark seasons. May your name be glorified through it all. In Jesus’ name.

Wisdom_Quote: We get stars in the dark.

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Remove the dross from the silver,
and a silversmith can produce a vessel; [ Proverbs 25:4 NIV ]

For the silversmith, the only thing that keeps him from producing beautiful vessels or jewelry is the impurities in the silver. The glory of the silver, namely the beautiful jewelry, is blocked by the dirt in the silver. So, as long as the impurities remain in the silver, the beauty cannot be brought out. The same thing happens to many believers. We have glory hidden within us, concealed by the dirt of unrighteousness. It is only revealed by the purifying works of Jesus’ presence—Christ in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:27). The gap between your true height and your immediate height is the presence of impurity. For the believer, it may not necessarily be sin but an attitude or behavior that does not align with the revelation of God’s glory through them. And many times, it is disobedience. This is why we are supposed to study the Word of God and be transformed by obeying it. The Word of God creates. God spoke to nothingness, and nothingness gave rise to creation. The Word of God has the creative ability inherent in it. This creative ability recreates our mindset through consistent study and practice. And then we can be made ready for great works. A believer who does not get rid of the things that stand in the way of God’s glory in their lives may soar high but will inevitably fall to the ground as fast as they soar. To the believer who feels that God is not using them or doing anything significant with their lives, it may be that God is waiting for you to remove certain things from your life, such as unprofitable relationships, ungodly activities, and filthy habits. In the end, God will use you to the extent of your availability and readiness.

Prayer_Bead: Mighty Father, thank you for showing me to position myself right in You, so that you can use me for your glory. Help me in Jesus’ name.

Wisdom_Quote: Impurity is the death of a beautiful jewelry.

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Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! [ Proverbs 6:6 NIV ]

There is so much wisdom we can glean from our everyday lives and experiences, if only we observe and consider everything around us. The things we see are always speaking to us, if only we pay attention. So much is hidden in plain sight, waiting for the man or woman who would consider them to actually see. In our anchor text, the lazy man is sent on an errand to visit the ant and learn from her ways. Apart from the physical nature and attributes of the ant, its philosophy stands out. Wisdom speaks through many things around us, but these things must intentionally be considered to understand what they’re communicating. Otherwise, wisdom may scream out loud with instructions, but we will not hear it. Wisdom is speaking loudly, but the ear to hear its loud call is observation. “Does not wisdom call out? Does not understanding raise her voice?” (Proverbs 8:1). So, it is not a matter of wisdom not speaking to us, but rather a challenge of reception. We are unable to hear because we don’t consider what goes on around us. In Proverbs 24:30-34, the speaker said he observed the farm of a lazy man and he received instruction. He received instruction because he considered it well, and wisdom spoke to him. Consider the ways of the successful, the godly, the faithful, the wealthy, and instruction will speak to you. There is so much we could learn from the world around us because wisdom and understanding walk with the man who carefully considers all things.

Prayer_Bead: All Wise God, thank you for turning my heart into a garden of wisdom. Let the things I consider instruct me, in Jesus’ name.

Wisdom_Quote: Wisdom speaks to the enquiring mind.

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“I don’t depend on my own strength to accomplish this; however I do have one compelling focus: I forget all of the past as I fasten my heart to the future instead.” [ Philippians‬ ‭3‬:‭13‬ ‭TPT‬‬ ]

Success embodies a distinct culture. While failure may be erratic, success is not. Within the unique culture of success, individuals live by a well defined strategies. Consequently, every successful person possesses a driving strategy. Although they may label this driving force differently, ultimately, they are all referring to the same concept. For the apostle Paul, it was the one thing he consistently practiced, compelling his decisions and actions, directing his attention and focus. Paul, renowned for his significant ministerial achievements, earned the accolade, “Paul the least and the last is greater than the eldest and the first,” thanks to his compelling focus. This strategy, underlying all his endeavors, serves as the driving force connecting his determination and work, influencing every stroke of his pen and each ministerial journey. It is the reason prison and death could not deter him from his goals. With a compelling focus on our calling and life’s purpose, nothing in this world can hinder us from achieving our objectives. This strategy draws energy from the future, detaching from past failures and deadweights. The hope and promises of the future become the bullseye. Secure your heart to the future, leaving behind the past, including both victories and successes, to avoid complacency. Maintain your focus on what is yet to be achieved. Do you have a compelling focus yet?

Prayer_Bead: Heavenly Father, thank you for teaching me to have a compelling focus. So that my life can make meaning and impact my world.

Wisdom_Quote: Your compelling focus is your destiny driver.

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