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For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:16‭-‬18 KJV Devotion: Praise God we are His children by grace we received through Christ Jesus. Since believing in Christ we become a new being with hope unlike unbeliever who has no hope. We have joy because of this hope.   What's this hope? Like every other person on earth we will all go the way of man 2Samuel 14:14; because our outward man grows weak by the days, months and years and we will pass away but our inner man gets renewed daily. Praise the Lord. Our hope therefore is that though there are affliction, suffering, hunger, war, pain and persecution that we have t...

The Lord is ready to help all those who call out to him. He helps those who really mean it when they call out to him. Psalm 145:18 NIRV Devotion: Many people are not aware that the Lord is very near and always ready to assist and or answer their prayers at any moment day or night. Such people go to great lengths to find God in the process they become prey to the Wolfs in Cassock. The fake pastors, prophets will milk such persons dry.   When you pray and do not receive answer you should check yourself and see if you have actually asked in truth or you asked amiss ie for selfish end or there's a sin you hid in your heart. Do the right thing - return to God and He will take you back. Do not be deceived let the Bible be your prophet, study it and let Holy Spirit interpret it to you.    Your spiritual guidian must be a proven man of God not given to occultism, socery and fetishesm. He must not place any burden on you unless you willingly give. Do not shop for prophet.  ...

Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Philippians 2:3 KJV Devotion: Most humans are naturally proud and vindictive this is what Paul noticed among the church in phillipians. He counselled them appropriately.   Nobody is an island we all live in a community starting from our family unit, church and place of work etc. In our interactions with other people there's bound to be one incident or another. You may have been cheated but do you have to strife? No, all you need to do is show love and be humble in demand for your right. Recognize the right of others while asking for yours.   Remember pride goes before destruction but in humility you will be lifted and recognized appropriately.   This counsel is difficult but for a Holy Spirit filled Christian it is possible. Dear reader do you have concerns, share your thoughts with us.  By Joel Olanrewaju.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 KJV Devotion: Psalm 20: 7 says "Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God". There are lots of people out there who trust in their ability, wealth or the people they know. But many times they are disappointed just as described in the same psalm 20:8 "They are brought down and fallen: but we are risen, and stand upright".   The only dependable support in life is God, he always keeps his promises. He says in the book of Isaiah 41:10  "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness". For ages God kept and still keeps this promise to them who believe and trust Him.   Dear reader, when trouble comes who do you trust? Who do you...

Pray without ceasing. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 KJV Devotion: Paul was speaking to the Thessalonians when they wanted to know how long they should pray. You probably have asked same question in the past when you asked something important to you from God and it seems the answer is not forthcoming. I have asked severally, don't worry it is human to ask but the answer is given above - pray without ceasing ie pray perseveringly, pray till something happens. But I tell you the process is watch and pray then listen.    The answer may come in any form- dream, idea that crop up in your mind, a suggestion from a friend or man of God. A silence, yes no answer can be an answer. If there's no way or danger ahead God may keep silence it's left for you to interpret appropriately. This is why you must be filled with the Holy Spirit. Dear reader have you been praying on something, don't relent, your miracle is on the way. Share you thought with us. Hallelujah!    By JO.

So trust in the Lord (commit yourself to Him, lean on Him, hope confidently in Him) forever; for the Lord God is an everlasting Rock [the Rock of Ages]. Isaiah 26:4 AMPC Devotion: The 26th chapter of Isaiah is a song, in this song verse 4 we are admonished to trust in the Lord not just a few days, weeks or years but for infinity (everlasting) number of years.  The composer of the song had experienced the everlasting power of God and wholy trust in Him. Based on that he says we should trust the eternal, Rock of Ages. There are many who had fallen by the wayside just because they were yet to receive answers to their prayers. It's total misconception about how God works, His thoughts are far different from ours just as heaven is far from the ground, but His thought towards us is perfect and timeous. His clock is different from ours, so if there's delay by human standard just wait, the eternal Rock of Ages will move at the appropriate time and it will be the best time for you. Dear...

“The Lord hath heard my supplication; the Lord will receive my prayer. Let all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed: let them return and be ashamed suddenly.” Psalms 6:9-10 (KJV) Devotion: Prayer is simply defined as a communion with God. It is a time that you fellowship with God through worship, praise, thanksgiving, and sharing your challenges and successes with Him (Luke 5:16). During this time, you also receive grace and instructions for the task ahead. Take prayer time seriously because that is the time for you to receive answers from God.  Beloved, just like the psalmist in the opening scripture, the LORD your Father is ready to hear you and receive your prayer. When He begins to move on your behalf, all your enemies will be ashamed. If you don’t know how to pray, follow the pattern given by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (Matthew 6:9-13). When you follow the pattern that Jesus Christ gave us by faith, your prayer life will be effective. Hallelujah! Be an overcomer! ...