The Outworking of the Word in you

 

To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:27).

True Christianity is the outworking of the Word in you. When you talk, it’s the Word; when you act, it’s the Word. The Christian, essentially, is the expression or the image of the Word, such that every step you take and all the things you do are the outworkings of the Word of God.

That’s what the Lord Jesus was when He walked the earth; He was the unveiling of the Word: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us…” (John 1:14). He was the manifestation of God, the express image of His person. Thus, your life is the revelation of the Word because you’ve been born of the same Word: “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).

2 Corinthians 3:2-3 says that you’ve been manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ: “Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart.” The epistle of Christ is the Word of Christ.

No wonder we’re the effulgence of His glory, the manifestation of His righteousness. When you show up, Christ shows up. As He is, so are you in this world (1 John 4:17). You make manifest the savour of His knowledge, wisdom, grace and power in every place (2 Corinthians 2:14). Blessed Be God! You’re Christ alive in your world today. He manifests His love, power, compassion, and grace to the world through you. Have this consciousness.

PRAYER

Dear Father, I thank you for making me your living epistle, known and read by all men. My life is the expression of the glory of Christ. The divine life is manifested through me, and I bring others into this life through the Gospel. Your knowledge, grace, power, wisdom and righteousness are unveiled in, and through me, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY ‭‭James 1:18 KJV Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.

‭‭2 Corinthians 3:2-3 NKJV You are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read by all men; [3] clearly you are an epistle of Christ, ministered by us, written not with ink but by the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of flesh, that is, of the heart.

‭‭2 Corinthians 2:14 AMPC But thanks be to God, Who in Christ always leads us in triumph [as trophies of Christ’s victory] and through us spreads and makes evident the fragrance of the knowledge of God everywhere,

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan Mark 9:33-50 & Numbers 9-10

2-Year Bible Reading Plan Acts 23:11-21 & Psalm 52-54

EXCERPT FROM Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional

You can have Grace Many Times More

 

But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen (2 Peter 3:18).

The Bible tells us to grow in grace, to take advantage of the grace that’s in Christ Jesus. Don’t stay in the grace you had last year. It worked then, but there’s more. God wants you to move to new and higher levels of grace. You can have grace many times more. You might ask, “How can I make this happen?” The Word of God shows us exactly how.

2 Peter 1:2 says, “Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord.” Notice that it says “Grace and peace be multiplied unto you,” not added but multiplied through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. The more you get to know God through the Word, the more His grace in your life multiplies exponentially.

The knowledge of God that multiplies His grace in your life is “epignosis” (Greek). It means full and exact knowledge, knowledge that unites you with its object. Without that intimate, revelation knowledge or “epignosis” of Christ, your grace could be stagnant or only go from little grace to a little more grace. But as you study and meditate on the Word to know the Lord more, the increase is sudden.

That’s when you realize that your abilities have increased. Your influence, prosperity and greatness keep spreading. It’s part of the reasons He tells us to meditate on the Scriptures: “Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all” (1 Timothy 4:15).

The Word “appear” is from the Greek “Phaneros”, and it means to spread abroad, to be distinctly known to all. So, when the grace of God is multiplied in your life, apart from the increased capacity or ability to do more, your prosperity, influence, greatness, impact, and the extent of your dominion are far-reaching and unmistakably known to all. Hallelujah!

PRAYER

Dear Father, thank you for showing me the way of increase. I grow in grace and in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. My grace is multiplied through revelation knowledge. I function in higher levels of ability, favour and influence, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY ‭‭James 4:6 KJV But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

‭‭2 Corinthians 9:8 AMPC And God is able to make all grace (every favor and earthly blessing) come to you in abundance, so that you may always and under all circumstances and whatever the need be self-sufficient [possessing enough to require no aid or support and furnished in abundance for every good work and charitable donation].

‭‭Colossians 1:9 KJV 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;

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan Mark 6:30-56 & Leviticus 25

2-Year Bible Reading Plan Acts 21:10-17 & Psalm 38-39

EXCERPT FROM=> Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional

Victory into Victory

But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him (2 Corinthians 2:14 NIV).  

You can win every day, and achieve extraordinary success. The Amplified version of the scripture above says, “But thanks be to God, Who in Christ always leads us in triumph [as trophies of Christ’s victory] and through us spreads and makes evident the fragrance of the knowledge of God everywhere.” As we get ourselves prepared in these days before the Rapture, you’re not only going to be triumphant in your city but everywhere you go. 

1 John 5:4 says, “For whatever is born of God is victorious over the world; and this is the victory that conquers the world, even our faith” (AMPC). The question is, What’s your mentality? How do you see yourself? When we say Christ has given your life a meaning, that’s what we’re talking about, because you’ve come to a place where you realize life isn’t for defeat; your journey is victory unto victory. That’s our heritage in Christ. 

It makes no difference that the world is in crises; there should never be fear in you. Jesus said, “…be of good cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). He overcame the world for you. To be born again is to be born of God, and it says whatever is born of God is victorious over Satan, the world and its failing system. Hallelujah! 

Get excited when you face troubles or crises, because you’re certain it’ll all turn out for your good. This is because, in our kingdom, we win only, and make progress from glory to glory. We dominate this physical world with the principles of our heavenly Kingdom. Hallelujah!

               

CONFESSION

I’m triumphant over the world, because I’m born of God. When the fierce storms and pressures of life billow against me, I refuse to be moved, for I’m more than a conqueror. I refuse to be overwhelmed by anything in this life, because the greater One lives in me and causes me to triumph always, and in every place. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY:

Romans 8:35-37

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? [shall] tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? 36 As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. 37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. 

1 John 4:3-4

And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that [spirit] of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world. 4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. 

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

 

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Luke 1:1-25 & Deuteronomy 3-4

 

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Matthew 23:1-12 & Exodus 24

A Solid Foundation with the Word

But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word (Acts 6:4). 

A solid foundation of the Word of God is what will determine your reaction and disposition to life and circumstances around you. Think about the happenings in the world in the past months; the reaction and actions of some Christians is proof they never had the right foundation. Some were completely disillusioned and ran into hiding—to “isolate” themselves—while looking to government leaders for help and guidance. They were terrified by the same things that frightened the world; that shouldn’t be. 

The Church isn’t a group of sissies; we’re soldiers. We’re tough for Christ. How could a Christian be afraid of a virus, after Jesus said in Luke 10:19, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” This is a sovereign declaration; it’s unequivocal. You’re superior to anything that hurts or binds; you’re “uninfectable.” 

But you see, if you don’t know this truth, you’d be terrified. This is why we bring you the Word of God every day, to build you up in Christ, to impart knowledge to you. Acts 20:32 says, “And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up….” If you’re brought up on the foundation of the Word of God, nothing will move you. 

Recall the words of Jesus in Luke 6:47-49 as He distinguished between the one whose life is founded on the Word of God, and the one whose life isn’t. He said, “Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.” Build a solid foundation for your life with the Word of God.

               

CONFESSION

I consciously set my thinking on spiritual things, building a deep and firm foundation through consistent study and meditation on the Word of God. I’m tough for the Lord, a gallant soldier in His end-time army! As I give myself to prayer and to the ministry of the Word, the will and purposes of God are established in the earth and in the hearts of men, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:

Matthew 7:24-27

Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: 

25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. 

26 And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand: 

27 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it. 

Romans 12:11-12

Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 

12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 

Colossians 3:1-3

If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. 

2 Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. 

3 For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. 

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING 

 

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Mark 14:53-72 & Numbers 29-31

 

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Matthew 22:1-14 & Exodus 20

Practise the Word Consciously

But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed (James 1:25).  

Consciously practising the Word is how you can enjoy its full blessings in your life, because the power of God is in His Word. For example, the Word says, “...Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you” (Matthew 5:44). Consciously practise this; let it be your daily walk. 

When you start out practising something, you may miss it, but don’t give up and say, “Well, I tried.” Keep at it until you gain mastery. Again, the Word says, “...take no thought for your life...” (Luke 12:22); in other words, have no cares. Practise it. Don’t find yourself worrying over the mundane things of life, with fear of lack; rather, by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. 

Psalm 1:3 reveals something phenomenal about the extraordinary life of blessings you have in Christ. It says you’re like a tree planted by the rivers of water—ever luscious and green—fruitful and eternally productive. Affirm this every day about yourself. Irrespective, and independent of the happenings in the world, be unmoved, because you know you’re empowered to prosper. For you, it’s blessings only. Hallelujah! 

We’re Word-practitioners; Jesus Christ is the Living Word, and we’re born after Him. Paul said, “Ye are the Epistles of Christ” (2 Corinthians 3:3). That means we’re the expression of the Word. The Apostle Peter referenced a similar thought in 1 Peter 1:23, saying, “Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth forever.”

Being born of the Word means you must live in, by and through the Word; you must live it out in your daily walk.

               

CONFESSION

Righteous Father, how I love your Word; your truth is the light by which I see, and the foundation on which my strength is anchored. I’m blossoming in righteousness, flourishing in glory, producing lasting results and making an undeniable impact with the Gospel, to the praise of your Name. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY:

 James 1:22-25

 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 

23 For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: 

24 For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was. 

25 But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth [therein], he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. 

Colossians 3:16

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. 

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

 

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Mark 13:1-37 & Numbers 22-23

 

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Matthew 21:12-17 & Exodus 17

Winning World War 3: Top 12 Facebook Pages to Like or Follow for Inspiring Content

Last year, I published a piece in the Daily Graphic, urging readers to sanitize their social media feed. In the article, I outlined a simple method for doing so: before you like, follow, comment, subscribe or share, THINK! Is the post True? Is it Helpful? Is it Inspiring? Is it Necessary? And will it eventually build the knowledgebase of whoever is reading, listening or watching. 

I deem it healthy to recommend some very positive channels or pages that will feed you with truth, help you, inspire you, will be relevant to you and power up your knowledgebase. As you already know, due to the pandemic, hours spent online have dramatically surged, meaning that we spend more of our lives online than anywhere else. The question then is: how is our online activity shaping our lives? More importantly, what seeds are we sowing for the next generation as their lives will be pretty much nestled up into surfing the Web practically every moment. 

With the introduction of immersive technologies such as the Oculus by Facebook, which is a Virtual Reality device that literally transports you to see what you're watching as though you were really there, we must WATCH OUT! 

I remember one day on campus that a hall mate came to our room with virtual reality goggles. There was this horror animated game or movie that they were playing in turns. I couldn't help but laugh at the squeals and shrieks that the young men were making. Why? They were scared because of how real the thing looked. But is fear a good thing? Does having nightmares set you in the right frame of mind to take on the challenges ahead of you in the day?

It's time to take charge of your social media feed; whether it's on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube, make a firm decision to filter your scrolling. If it means unfollowing or unliking a particular page, do it. Save your mind from the corruption our there in the world. 

This is why I like LinkedIn so much! Of course, I know people say it's sometimes depressing to see how far others may be going when it seems you're stagnated in your spot. However, the truth is that there is a smorgasbord of life-enriching knowledge to choose from on LinkedIn. 

Make your life easier by turning a deaf ear to nonsense and receiving wisdom into you. Don't just be led on by the darkness of so-called trending stuff that choke the investment of God's Word in you. Soak in the right stuff. If it means taking a break from social media to 'detox', then do so...but whatever you do, be wise enough to cleanse your mind with the right stuff. 

I can't overemphasize how important the Word of God is in helping you to renew your mind. After all, that's actually the only material available to renew your mind. Your mind must receive God-thoughts daily. To do that, I have done a selection of my top twelve Facebook pages that produce quality Christian and life-enriching content that will place you on a trajectory of glory!

Here we go:

# Derek Prince 

If your heart yearns for solid Biblical teaching on any available subject for your spiritual growth, this page will be a source of answers for you. Derek Prince, renowned author and teacher of the Bible, preached and taught over several decades on salvation, the blood of Jesus, deliverance and demons, faith and healing, judgment and eternal rewards, among many other topics. In addition, each day, you will see posts of 15-minute messages to download by Derek Prince which will strengthen your faith. I have personally been blessed by the amazing series of teachings on various topics. Be sure to like the page today.

# Joseph Prince

If you wanted to find out the inner workings of grace, there is one person known the world over to expound with clarity the deep truths concerning grace. His name is Joseph Prince. He's also a teacher of the Word, who has an astonishing revelation of the grace of God in Christ Jesus! You will be liberated as the streams of his posts wash over your soul and refresh you day after day, night after night. Like the page today.

# Strive Masiyiwa

So you want to start a business and you don't know the first step to take? Worry no more! Zimbabwean billionaire, Strive Masiyiwa, has come to your rescue! His posts are full of wisdom. I daresay he is a modern day African Peter Drucker! His insights in entrepreneurship and successfully running a business are off the charts! You should go follow him and scroll all the way to read his very first post! I was hooked from the very first day I encountered a post of his on the need to cultivate the habit of reading...and reading fast! From that day, I have learned so much from his posts! If I were wired to be a business person, I would have been running a conglomerate by now! Go ahead and follow his page today!

# Albert Ocran

Personal Development. Mentorship. Career Guidance. Albert Ocran has over the years carved a niche for creating value for people in their jobs, businesses and goals. His flagship programme, Springboard: Your Virtual University, on Joy 99.7 FM, airs every Sunday at 7pm and you ought to tune in. But more than that, he also engages his audience with anecdotes, articles and quotes that are helpful. Follow Albert too.

# Honeycomb Devotional

I fell in love with this devotional in level 300. The Word is indeed like Honey! I don't know who the authors are, but they are doing an awesome job of creating engaging devotional messages that stick with you throughout your day...and throughout your life, actually.

# Sunny 88.7 FM

I'll never forget that day my French Teacher in PRESEC shared some practical tips on living after a class. Then he zoomed in on some resources that can help us. At the time, I did not have a smartphone yet. But my phone had radio functionality. He encouraged us to listen to Sunny 88.7 FM. I followed his advice and I must say it has been a great blessing.

# Evangelist Daniel Kolenda

This man is a walking warehouse of power! Mehn! I just admire him so much! He inspires me so much! The zeal! The earnestness! The passion! The fortitude with which he proclaims the Gospel and organizes mammoth Crusades is worth emulating. Not only that, the excellence and attention to detail he pays to his organizing of events whether virtual or onsite is simply remarkable! You should follow him! You may end up becoming an evangelist!

# Charles Spurgeon Daily

Ever heard of the Prince of Preachers? Charles Surgeon's quotes are mighty tools of healing and restoration of the wounded soul. Go follow!

# A.W. Tozer- a man of God

That's what's on his tomb! His deep reflections of worship and the walk of the Saint will stir you to live a consecrated life that is pleasing to the Lord. Follow him today.

# E.W. Kenyon

Another General whose expositions on the new creation always bless my heart. Be sure to like the page!

# Joyce Meyer

If you want practical, down-to-earth teachings of the Word, please like Joyce's page. You'll get a lot of wisdom for daily living.

# MEST Africa

You have heard it said that technology is the future. MEST is your gateway to realising opportunities to build meaningful startups in the tech space. The Meltwater Entrepreneural School of Technology frequently holds courses and workshops that can help you to gain employable skills in the tech space. Follow their page and you'll be glad you did!

So, there you have it, my top 12 pages on Facebook I recommend for every believer in Christ!

The Word of Faith in your Mouth

But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach (Romans 10:8).

The Word of God in your mouth is where the victory is. 2 Corinthians 4:13 says, “We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak.” You’re a victor in Christ Jesus, and you maintain that victory by your faith-filled words. It makes no difference what happens around you, speak as a victor. Speak righteousness; speak success, glory and excellence.

Victors don’t talk fear, lack or weakness; they speak the wisdom of God: “Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world...BUT WE SPEAK THE WISDOM OF GOD in a mystery…” (1 Corinthians 2:6-7). Others may be griping over the darkness in today’s world, the decimation of global markets and world economies; none of these should move you, because you’re not of this world.

When men are cast down, you’re to say, “I’m lifted! The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; I have a goodly heritage; my prosperity is independent of circumstances.” That’s how victors talk; they respond to circumstances and situations with the Word; they say what God has said.

Hebrews 13:5-6 says, “…he hath said… So that we may boldly say….” If you’ve been experiencing symptoms of an ailment, for example, don’t voice the symptoms; declare healing and health. If you were feeling weak, declare strength; affirm that the life of God in you is superior, and therefore destroys and dispels every sickness, disease and pain from your body.

1 John 5:4 says, “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.” Keep affirming your righteousness and triumphant life in Christ! Reign and rule over circumstances with the Word of faith in your mouth.

CONFESSION

My life is the revelation of the glory of God, the testimony of His grace and righteousness. I’m victorious always and in all things; fruitful, productive and effective in the ministry of the Gospel. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY:

Mark 11:22-23
And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. 23 For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.

Joshua 1:8
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 13:24-43 & Genesis 44-45

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 7:21-29 & Genesis 19

Consciously Sow the Word into you

Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap (Galatians 6:7).       

The Word of God is seed, and what do you do to a seed if you want it to produce a good harvest? You sow it in the right environment. Through meditation, you sow God’s Word into your heart. If you don’t sow the right seeds, weeds will grow of themselves. Your heart is God’s garden and you can’t allow “weeds” to grow in it.

Weeds are wrong thoughts that are received into the heart. If you allow them, they’ll destroy the crop of God’s Word in your life. We see how this happens in the parable that Jesus gave about the sower who went forth to sow his seeds (Read Matthew 13:7, 22).

Make up your mind to only allow the right seeds in your heart, because as read in our theme verse, what you sow is what you reap. The Word in your heart will produce a harvest of the Word and great blessings in your life. Therefore, consciously sow the Word into your heart; set your heart for it.

As you study and meditate on the Scriptures, tell yourself, “I walk in truth; I walk in love; I walk in Christ; I walk by the Spirit. I have the Spirit of boldness. No sickness in my body; I walk in divine health, in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ!”

These are perilous times; the Bible says, “This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come” (2 Timothy 3:1). We’re in that time that was spoken about, and only those who walk in the dominion of the Word, in the consciousness of their victory in and through the Word, will prevail.

So, learn the Word of God for yourself, for your life. Store it in your heart, and let it come out of your mouth, “...for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh” (Matthew 12:34).

CONFESSION

My heart is God’s garden, and His Word grows in me continually, producing harvests of blessings. I mount guard over my heart, allowing only the Word to grow and prevail. And by the Word, I walk in victory, success and advancement, every day, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
Acts 20:32; Romans 10:10; Luke 6:45; Philippians 4:8

1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Matthew 10:24-42 & Genesis 34-35

2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Matthew 6:1-13 & Genesis 14

Today's Audio
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EXCERPT FROM: Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional

Beware of False Teachers

BUT ALSO [in those days] there arose false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among yourselves, who will subtly and stealthily introduce heretical doctrines (destructive heresies), even denying and disowning the Master Who bought them, bringing upon themselves swift destruction (2 Peter 2:1 AMPC).

The same way there’re false brethren and false prophets who create problems in the house of God, there’re also false teachers. These are people who arrogate to themselves the teaching ministry, even though they weren’t called to be teachers, thereby exposing themselves to demons, and promoting false doctrines. They indoctrinate with errors, usually inspired by the spirit of deception.

For example, some false teachers teach that the coming of Christ has already taken place, and thus mislead a lot of people. Some others say the Holy Spirit’s ministry ended with the apostles. Some come with dream interpretations, telling people how different sleeping positions affect their dreams, and teach the effects of eating in dreams.

Some go as far as telling you it’s a relative of yours that’s responsible for your life’s problems, and create enmities between relatives. Yet, the Bible says we wrestle not against flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12). But sadly, some have been deceived by such false teachings.

It readily brings to mind the words of Jesus when He said, “...Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures…” (Matthew 22:29). Know the Word for yourself, and no one will deceive you. Make studying the Scriptures a priority in your life. The Holy Spirit opens your heart to His truths and His will, and you can prove all things (1 Thessalonians 5:21), test every spirit (1 John 4:1) and rightly divide the word of truth (2 Timothy 2:15).

PRAYER

Precious Father, thank you for your Word by which I navigate my way through life. I am yielded to your Spirit, who is my guarantee of a life of limitless potentials and endless possibilities. I can’t be deceived. I’m fulfilling your destiny for my life, because I’m acquainted with your Word, which is my light and my salvation, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

|| FURTHER STUDY:

2 Peter 2:3 MSG

They give the way of truth a bad name. They’re only out for themselves. They’ll say anything, anything, that sounds good to exploit you. They won’t, of course, get by with it. They’ll come to a bad end, for God has never just stood by and let that kind of thing go on. ||

|| 1 Timothy 4:1-2

Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;
Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan =>2 Corinthians 8-9 & Proverbs 24-26

2-Year Bible Reading Plan => 2 Thessalonians 2:11-17 & Jeremiah 27

The Science of Faith

2 Corinthians 10:2-5 says, "But I beg you that when I am present I may not be bold with that confidence by which I intend to be bold against some, who think of us as if we walked according to the flesh. For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ." Contrary to popular teaching, Pastor Enoch shared that this portion of Scripture is actually a discourse on adjusting your mental structures to align with the Word of God- not necessarily spiritual warfare. This is because, whereas the Lord desires to affect your life with His Word, opposing thoughts in your mind war against His Word thereby disallowing Him from working in your life.

He charged the brethren to intentionally engage in listening to at least two messages every day and recommended the Pastor Chris Digital Library and/or the CEYC Airport City Podcast Channel.

Continuing his riveting message on The Science of Faith, on the second night of faith and power, Pastor Enoch zoomed into deeper processes pertaining to the workings of the Word of God in the mind and in the heart. He hinted that the Word of God is the only material for faith as seen with Abraham (see Romans 4:18). Remember that God is only committed to His Word!

The man of God taught about the seen and the unseen based on 2 Corinthians 4:18, explaining that the unseen, which is the Word of God is eternal and divine, whereas the seen is temporal and centered on man. Thus, faith is the area of the unseen. He went on, "When you deal with things which are not seen, you're dealing with God. When you deal with things which are seen, you are dealing with man."

He disclosed that the "heart" in Biblical sense refers to the spirit of man. In addition, God can only relate with us from our spirit, because He is Spirit (see Ecclesiastes 3:11; 1 Peter 3:4). He said, "You spirit can make transactions with God. As a Christian, be inside-minded. The more you grow your faith, the better you can do. The conversion of the Word into faith happens in your spirit."

In addition, he explained, "The Word of God is an unseen, heavenly, uncompressed material with creative and operative ability in it."

Reading from Psalm 119:89, the man of God revealed that even though the Word of God is settled in heaven, it only becomes present in your life when your spirit contacts it. Essentially, your spirit has to see it.

He illustrated with clarity how the light of the Word permeates through the mind into the spirit using a unique diagram and walked viewers through a treasury of verses worth meditating on, including Isaiah 2:1, Mark 11:23, Proverbs 4:20-22, Proverbs 24:14, Ephesians 1:17,. Romans 4:1, Luke 4:4, and Jeremiah 15:16.

He dwelt extensively on Proverbs 4:20-22, which says, "My son, give attention to my words; Incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your eyes; Keep them in the midst of your heart; For they are life to those who find them, And health to all their flesh." From there, he adumbrated three key things that must happen for you to realize faith in tangibility.

First of all, you must INCLINE your ear to the Word of God, having given it your attention. To incline means to step aside and listen. He pointed out, "You must incline until you find."

Then, you must FIND the Word. It is when you find it, that you see it. The seeing is in the finding. Pastor Enoch said, "When light comes, faith is there!"

Tune in tonight at 8:30pm to discover the next step after finding: EATING.

It will be a night of impartation of the Word and the Spirit! Connect on YouTube (CEYC Airport City/Pastor Enoch).

3 Nights of Faith & Power

A young lady was notified of her termination of appointment at her workplace. Out of nowhere, her colleagues present were startled by how she erupted into sporadic praise! She announced aloud, "Glory to God! This firm just lost their best worker!" And with that, she hopped out of that office rejoicing! Those around her thought she was raving mad! But they did not know what she knew- walking by faith!

If you were in her shoes, what would you have done?

In a deeply engaging teaching session, Pastor Enoch taught the teeming viewers about the two pivotal effects of the Word on you. He pointed out that the Word of God remodifies your response pattern and your thinking pattern! As seen in the anecdote he shared, the lady's response pattern had been completely altered by the Word so much so that she could not help but give glory to God in the midst of such seemingly disheartening news.

The man of God taught that faith is not vim, neither is it positive thinking; faith is not religious philosophy, neither is it a mental phenomenon.

According to Hebrews 11:1, "Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."

Pastor Enoch explained that faith is a tangible commodity. Thus, it is evidential.

Reading from Mark 7:13, where Jesus says, "making the word of God of no effect through your tradition which you have handed down. And many such things you do," he pointed out that traditions are mental structures that inhibit the effectual operation of the Word of God. Citing several examples, the man of God literally dashed into pieces some Ghanaian traditions that have held believers captive, rendering them incapable of fully expressing their faith.

As the man of God taught, a mighty anointing was present and an inspired song laced with the Word came forth:

Lord, I live by Your Word

Lord, I live by every Word from Your mouth

I am like a tree by the streams

I am bearing fruits; my leaves are green

Oh Lord, I live by Your Word.

It was truly a night of faith and power!

Tune in tonight at 8:30pm for the second dose of the Word that will place you on a trajectory of ever-increasing faith: CEYC Airport City (on YouTube).

The Story of the Word

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made (John 1:1-3).

Just as no other apostle gave us the revelation of the Church like Paul, no one gave the Church the revelation of the Person of Jesus, the incarnate Word, like John. He tells us the story of the Word, and starts from the beginning. In John 1:10-14 He says, “He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not…. And the Word was made (became) flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” Hallelujah!

He was in the world, but the world knew Him not; who was that? The Word! We read in verse 14, “And the Word was made (became) flesh, and dwelt among us…”; John is letting you know the origin of Jesus. While the other Gospel writings (Matthew and Luke) began their account by tracing the earthly genealogy of Jesus, John’s Gospel declares His divinity, giving us the actual origin of the man Jesus—who He really is.

Jesus Christ is the Word that pre-existed creation and by whom all things were created (John 1:1-3). He was “the Voice of the Lord God” that Adam and Eve heard walking in the garden” (Genesis 3:8). He is the Wisdom that David and Solomon wrote so passionately about. His birth was such a marvel to the hosts of heaven; it was a miracle beyond what they had ever seen (Luke 2:13-14).

Suddenly, they were looking at the Creator of the universe, the Ancient of days, wrapped in swaddling clothes; the Word in heaven had visited men in the flesh! Every step Jesus took was the Word of God in motion. He was the Word personified. Glory to His Name forever!

Confession

Blessed Lord Jesus, you are God, the eternal Rock of ages; the Word that pre-existed all creation and by whom all things were created. How great thou art, O Lord! You’re the embodiment of grace and truth, you’re the Word of life, and the light of life; the living bread from heaven that gives life to every man in the world. Blessed be your Name forever!

Further Study:

John 1:1-14
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
2 The same was in the beginning with God.
3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men.
5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.
6 There was a man sent from God, whose name [was] John.
7 The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all [men] through him might believe.
8 He was not that Light, but [was sent] to bear witness of that Light.
9 [That] was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.
10 He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not.
11 He came unto his own, and his own received him not.
12 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.
14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”

2 Corinthians 3:2-3
“Ye are our epistle written in our hearts, known and read of all men:
3 [Forasmuch as ye are] manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart.”

1-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Luke 4:14-44;
Deuteronomy 22-24

2-Year Bible Reading Plan:
Romans 2:1-11;
Psalm 90

Extract From Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional

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The Word is Ever Sure

Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away (Matthew 24:35).

God’s Word is ever sure; surer than your experiences. Psalm 18:30 says, “As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.” One of the things that you have to consciously practise is taking God at His Word; acting on His Word, no matter the circumstances or situation you find yourself in. His Word has integrity.

He said in Isaiah 55:11, “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.” Maybe it’s a health crisis you’re confronted with; the Word guarantees your divine health. There’s no need to cry and beg God for healing; He already gave you something better than healing—His life in you. That’s your right and assurance for a life of dominion over sickness, disease and infirmities.

Have faith in God’s Word. Accept that whatever He says is true, and then act accordingly. The entire Scriptures chronicle everything that’s involved in Christ’s redemptive work, the implication of all that He accomplished in your behalf, and the testament sealed in His death. Not only are these accounts authentic and trustworthy, they were delivered to us to live by.

Therefore, it makes no difference what you feel, hear, see or what your experience has been; the Bible says, “We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts” (2 Peter 1:19). There’s something more trustworthy than your experience; than the pain you may be going through; it’s the Word of His grace. Hold on to God’s Word. Things may not seem to be changing on the outside, but keep affirming the Word concerning that situation, until faith rises in you like a giant. Faith accepts and exalts the Word above the natural circumstances of life. This is why it’s vital for you to regularly meditate on the Word and build your faith strong. When your faith is strong, it doesn’t matter what you see, hear or feel—it doesn’t matter how negative or impossible things may look in the natural—you’ll always win.

PRAYER

Dear Father, I thank you for your Word that’s ever sure. Even now, your Word prevails in me, producing fruits of the message therein. I win today, and every day, by the power of your Word. I live in your glory always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:Acts 20:32 And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.

Matthew 24:35 NIV Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.

Psalm 119:89 For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan=> Luke 2:21-52 & Deuteronomy 13-15

2-Year Bible Reading Plan=> Romans 1:1-12 & Psalm 85-86

EXTRACT FROM: Rhapsody Of Realities Daily Devotional

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Word Wednesday Recap

One day a lady attended a meeting in which the supernatural power of God was so tangible, with many manifestations. Many people were falling under the power of God, others were slain by the Spirit as they squealed and squeaked but this dear lady literally felt nothing. After that meeting, she walked up to the man of God, disgruntled. She complained, "Why did the Lord not touch me during the Service?" The man of God knew without doubt that each one present had received an impartation, whether they felt something or not, this lady inclusive.

Fast forward to another day, this same lady was with a group of people, dining with them. Before they began to eat, she was asked to pray over the food. When she opened her mouth to pray, the power of God fell on those she was about to eat with- tears began to trickle down the faces of each of them.

The man of God, Pastor Enoch, related this powerful anecdote at the close of Mid-Week Service on 4th March, 2020, at the UPSA Vice Chancellor's Complex. The Service, which saw teeming crowds of young people attending, was full of the glory of God. The presence of the Holy Spirit was so tangible as congregants both in the packed-out auditorium and overflow were led in electrifying praise and worship unto the Lord. The sick were healed, the oppressed were delivered and three beautiful souls were saved during the Service!

With lifted hands, attendees adored the Lord Jesus in His majesty. A strong unction of the Spirit coursed through the auditorium and all around the complex, as prophecies poured forth from the lips of the man of God, Pastor Enoch. The following are some of the mighty words of prophecy given:

# A National Grace has been released

# There is a 24-hour miracle 

# A green field on a hill representing a new phase fruitfulness at the top

# Specific people taking up leadership in Ghana in the next 7 years

# The Lord is taking you to another realm; things have shifted in your favour.

# The international resistance has been broken

# The Lord is causing you to have global influence

Attendees prayed fervently in the Spirit, receiving these words. In closing, Pastor Enoch hinted that anything received from God is preserved by prayer. Adding, he said, "Prayer is the refrigeration of divine things." He further pointed out that in rating the effect of a meeting, note that a meeting that makes you make a decision is a very powerful encounter.

He exhorted the brethren to make a 7 or 10-day decision in certain areas such as prayer, and stick to it consistently. In addition, he charged the brethren to increase our prayer, disclosing that the Spirit is the sanctifier of all things, saying, "God does not answer our prayer; He answers His own prayer."

He finally instructed that the brethren give a gift to somebody between Wednesday and Sunday.

It was indeed a glorious Mid-Week Service! What a way to begin the first week of the month of knowledge!

The Word of His Grace

And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified (Acts 20:32).

The Word of God is more than history or a compilation of stories; the Word of God is God talking. And what He says is relevant in the “now” of our lives, and it’s the material with which we build our lives. As you study the Scriptures, you’d often come across the phrase, “Thus saith (says) the Lord”; not, “Thus said the Lord.” “Thus says the Lord” means the Word of the Lord is for you today and for your situation—now; it’s efficacious in itself and by itself to build you and transform your life.

What we read in our theme verse was Paul’s cogitations and conviction about the transforming and translational power of God’s Word. The Word infuses boldness, excellence and dominion into your spirit. If the one who is hitherto timid would give himself to the study of God’s Word, that timidity would be replaced with the spirit of power, love and a sound mind. That’s the power of God’s Word. However, even though every Word from God is full of power, the Apostle Paul was definite as to what builds your spirit and transforms your life: it’s “the Word of God’s grace.”

The Word of His grace is His Word about Christ, His redemptive work in our behalf; who we are today, what we have and where we are today, as a result of His death, burial and resurrection. That’s what builds you spiritually, mentally, physically, financially, emotionally, and also causes you to prosper in other areas of your life. Hallelujah!

Give yourself to the study of the Word; contemplate and contrive the Word in meditation. As you do, the Holy Spirit will grant you insight into the mysteries and secrets of life and of our spiritual Kingdom. He’ll also quicken the Word in you in such a way that results in an outburst of prosperity in every area of your life.

PRAYER

Dear Father, I’m yielded to be built, edified, energized and strengthened by your Word, for a life of greatness, victory and triumphs. Through the ministry of the Word, and the Holy Spirit, my growth—spiritually, physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially is evident; there’s an outburst of prosperity in every area of my life, to the praise and glory of your Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY:

||1 Timothy 4:15

Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.||

|| 1 Peter 2:2 AMPC

Like newborn babies you should crave (thirst for, earnestly desire) the pure (unadulterated) spiritual milk, that by it you may be nurtured and grow unto [completed] salvation, ||

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING

1-Year Bible Reading Plan=> Matthew 19:16-20:1-16 & Exodus 15

2-Year Bible Reading Plan=> Acts 13:13-25 & Job 26-27

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The Discipline of Taking Medicine

Taking medicine is not always pleasant. In fact, it can be very frustrating. How you have to numb your sense of taste and smell and sight (by squinting) in order to swallow or chew or do whatever you have to do with the medicine can be very discomfiting. But of course, that's what will eventually bring about your wellness and liberty from whatever ailing condition you had.

Not to talk of injections! Honestly, I don't remember the last time I had one. The thought of it alone makes you feel the pain. 

Now, did you know that the Word of God is actually medicine? In Proverbs 4:22, the Word translated 'health' is the Hebrew word 'marpe' and it means 'medicine'. So he says, "...the Word is medicine..."

Many a time, the Word can incise very deep cuts in your heart. It's almost like you're undergoing a surgery. You can literally sense that you are being worked on and that the Word is meant to discipline you and bring the best out of you. It sounds painful and it's almost like you're being bruised and battered...but you must receive it all the same. Why? Because it will produce the peaceable fruit of righteousness: "No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening--it is painful! But afterward there will be a quiet harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way." (Hebrews 12:11, NLT)

The key thing I want to emphasize to you is that you do not have to wait for a Sunday message that will cure you of your folly. You must dig into the Word and find such messages for yourself. They may hit you so hard you may feel God is mad at you but it's actually for your healing. Take the Words of Jesus to the Pharisees, for example (in Matthew 23). We sometimes get into that category from time to time, even though we are born of the Spirit and full of the Spirit. Studying such portions is important because it keeps you in check. It's not legalism. It's simply living by the Word. Obtain messages preached by your pastor, fathers or instructors that will minister to you and burn out all the chaff! They will heal you! They will cure you! 

Of course, I can't leave you without reminding you to guard your heart with all diligence and to think on things which are true, pure, lovely, and of good report (Proverbs 4:23; Philippians 4:8).

Thank You, Lord!!!

Thank You for the light of your Word which leads us through the darkness of this world!

Preparing Well for Eternity

Exams. The thought of that word evokes images of pensive moments of a student pinned to a seat for an hour or so, trying to account for that which s/he has been taught over several weeks or even months. The thought of that word makes some students want to puke. In fact, the thought of that word makes some students wonder why they even enrolled for an education! 

But come to think of it, what is all one's learning if they cannot account for it either in writing or application in the real world?

Before exams, a lot of preparation is heavily invested. Nights and days of memorization, calculation and practice precede the day of the exam. And many students will do any and everything to emerge excellent by diligently revising their notes and textbooks.

How interesting it is that for mere earthly exams, people work themselves up to attain the highest standard of excellence! 

However, we pay little or no attention to preparing for the most significant assessment which precedes a never-ending season of our lives- eternity!

How sad it is that the written Word of God has been neglected and men seek after that which excites and appeals to the senses and the emotions instead!

How awful it is that men- even gods- have sought after that which is fleeting to the detriment of the nourishment of our inner man!

How appaling it is that God's people now depend on hear-say to build solid convictions of who they are and who God is. No depth! For they have forsaken the Holy Writ! 

How is it that you have now become a stranger to your own Bible!? They say, "Whenever I begin to read, then I fall asleep." 

Jesus explained that the one who hears His words and does them is like a man who built his house on a rock, and when the floods came and the winds blew and the rains came, the house was unmoved (study Matthew 7:24-27). No wonder David declared that the one who trusts in the Lord is like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved (see Psalm 125:1).

The Lord wants your heart. Your heart must desire Him above all else. That will condition your entire being to desire His Word, go for it, meditate on and live it. 

Oh! How He wants His Word to have vent and expression in our lives, daily! 

If one can spend endless hours behind books, researching, revising, and thinking, in order to emerge excellent in an earthly exam, how much more diligence we need to give to preparing for eternity by studying God's Word, every moment of our lives, having it ringing in our hearts, working in our minds and manifesting through our bodies!

That is God's plan! He wants us to become the Word, to be conformed into the image of His Son (Romans 8:29-30).

Why did He send you the Holy Spirit? To teach you, to guide you into all truth (John 14:16,26)!

The Word of God in you is your greatest asset against the darkness in this world, for it is light!

Jesus calls you today! Come to Him and receive Him! He is your satisfaction; the bread of life that will fill you and make you whole!

PHOTIZO: How to Study the Bible and Understand its Text in Context

Yesterday, a dear brother walked up to me with a white tablet in his hand. He tapped me and showed me a portion of Scripture, asking, “What does this verse mean? I don’t understand.”

I helped him with the verse and we searched for the meanings of the words which he had difficulty with in the dictionary. Then, he was glad!

Interestingly, two months ago, I was ‘sitting at my somewhere’ when the Lord nudged me with some points for understanding the text of the Scriptures in context. So I wrote them down.

Now, after that incident yesterday, I saw how urgent the need was for people to get a hold of this simple guide I have put together. It will be a mighty blessing to you. If you have difficulty bringing yourself to appreciate the Bible because you think it is a complicated book, get ready to have a shift in your thinking as you dive into this treatise!

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Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 
(2 Timothy 2:15)


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