September 2023

Rhapsody of Realities Devotional For Sat. 30th Sept. 2023

Rhapsody of Realities Devotional for Sat 30th Sept. 2023

 

IT’S A MATTER OF THE HEART

For neither did his brethren believe in him (John 7:5).

 

 

MESSAGE

In John 7:3-4 MSG, we’re told something quite staggering about the siblings of Jesus: they were sceptical and didn’t believe in Him. They said to Him as they were getting ready to go for the Feast of Tabernacles, “…Why don’t you leave here and go up to the Feast so your disciples can get a good look at the works you do? No one who intends to be publicly known does everything behind the scenes. If you’re serious about what you are doing, come out in the open and show the world.”

The 5th verse specifically says, “His brothers were pushing him like this because they didn’t believe in him either” (MSG). They were aware of the circumstances surrounding His birth, having heard the story from their mother, Mary, and their father, Joseph, who also had received angelic visitations about Jesus’s birth. Yet, they didn’t believe.

That’s because believing is of the heart. And thanks be unto God, the perspective and opinion of the siblings of Jesus changed when they witnessed His miraculous ascension! That was when they believed. It was a most remarkable event!

As they stood with the other disciples, the “Jesus, whom they had known all their lives,” didn’t suddenly vanish or disappear; rather, in His glorified physical body, He levitated before their eyes right into heaven. For once, they realized that the one whom they had the privilege of growing up with was truly God.

This incredible event left no room for doubt or speculation in their hearts about His origin. Now, they really understood that the Lord Jesus was truly from above (John 8:23). If you study the book of Acts, Luke tells us in the very first chapter that His mother and His siblings joined the company of disciples and continued with them in fellowship (read Acts 1:13-14). Hallelujah!

That’s why, no matter the stories you hear and how many angelic visitations you receive, you still have to make the choice to believe from your heart. It’s a matter of the heart, just as Paul puts it in Romans 10:10 NKJV, “For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”

True faith stems from the heart. However, the mind must be open to receive the information, and a decision must be made to embrace it. Hallelujah!

 

PRAYER / CONFESSION

Dear Father, thank you for the opportunity of being regularly exposed to the ministry of your Word and to express my faith. Always, my heart is set in order, receptive, fully prepared to receive your Word joyfully. I experience the life-changing power of your Word as I align my heart, mind and actions with its truth, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

 

FURTHER STUDY

Romans 10:10; John 20:29; Acts 1:9-14

 

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Ephesians 5:22-33; Ephesians 6:1-9; Isaiah 29-30

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 2:1-11; 1 Kings 5

 

Rhapsody of Realities is a globally recognized devotional that is highly spiritual and impactful written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, who is the Founder of Christ Embassy International. Also Known as Love World Incorporated or Believers’ Loveworld.

A unique devotional, Rhapsody of Reality is a wonderful love letter from God to you that has a message of eternal life! It is otherwise referred to as the, “Messenger Angel,” This devotional is a daily life guide intended to help you gain a deeper understanding of God’s Word and advance spiritually.

 

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Dunamis Seeds of Destiny Devotional For Sat. 30th Sept. 2023

Dunamis Seeds of Destiny for Sat. 30th Sept. 2023

 

TOPIC: Living To Help Others

 

SCRIPTURE: For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto his fathers, and saw corruption: Acts 13:36

 

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: One way to make the most of life is to eliminate the frustrations and confrontations of others.

 

MESSAGE

Life becomes more exciting and fulfilling when one is able to positively impact the lives of others. A major way to make the most of life is to eliminate the frustrations and confrontations of others.

You make the most of life if you live to fight the battles of others. The battles may not be yours, but you take it upon yourself to fight for the sake of others.

One day, a woman came to see me and said, “My son is in second year in the university studying Medicine, but his father cannot sponsor him because he is an irresponsible man, a drunkard. Now, my son is about to drop out of school.”

I studied medicine and I know what it takes to gain admission to study Medicine. The question I asked was: “Is it necessary for this one who has already gained the admission to drop out?” No way!

I told the woman that we would take care of her son’s school fees till his graduation.

We started paying his school fees from the second year until he graduated and became a doctor.

Thereafter, the young doctor came to see me and said, “Sir, I came just to thank you for helping me to fulfil my vision of becoming a medical doctor. Thank you for not allowing my dream to be aborted.”

I then looked at him and said, “Don’t thank me. All I want from you is, go and pick someone in a similar situation and lift him up, and tell that person to do same to another person, and let the chain continue.”

Beloved, this is how to live. I release upon you today, the grace to go and do likewise in Jesus’ name.

 

REMEMBER THIS: One way to make the most of life is to eliminate the frustrations and confrontations of others.

 

ASSIGNMENTS:

Make up your mind to fight the battles of others.

Lend a helping hand to those in need. Lift them up and God shall lift you up also.

 

PRAYER: Lord, I receive the grace to be concerned about the welfare of others. Help me to help others, Lord, in Jesus’ Name.

 

FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: MAKING THE MOST OF LIFE.

 

QUOTE: O how seriously we would take the matter of souls – the vast multitude of human beings on their way to a hopeless eternity, if we are sure, that as we stand in Ministry, God watches. As the thought occurred to me, it became a little frightening. Culled from the book, “MAKING FULL PROOF OF MINISTRY” by Dr Paul Enenche.

 

DAILY READING: Haggai 2-Zechariah 2.

 

AMAZING FACT: The tallest building in the world is the Burg Khalifa in Dubai, standing at over 2,700 feet.

 

PROPHETIC DECLARATION/WORD: May your life continue to go up as you lift others up in Jesus’ Name.

 

The Seeds of Destiny Devotional is a highly spiritual resource and life transforming devotional that is widely read across the world. It is written by Pastors Paul and Becky Paul-Enenche, the Senior Pastors of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (Glory Dome)

 

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Open Heavens Devotional for Sat. 30th Sept. 2023

 

Open Heaven  Daily Devotional for Saturday 30 September 2023

 

By Pastor E. A. Adeboye

 

TOPIC: Hearing God

 

MEMORISE: “Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David.” – Isaiah 55:3 (KJV)

 

READ: Psalm 29:3-9 (KJV)

3 The voice of the Lord is upon the waters: the God of glory thundereth: the Lord is upon many waters.

4 The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.

5 The voice of the Lord breaketh the cedars; yea, the Lord breaketh the cedars of Lebanon.

6 He maketh them also to skip like a calf; Lebanon and Sirion like a young unicorn.

7 The voice of the Lord divideth the flames of fire.

8 The voice of the Lord shaketh the wilderness; the Lord shaketh the wilderness of Kadesh.

9 The voice of the Lord maketh the hinds to calve, and discovereth the forests: and in his temple doth every one speak of his glory.

 

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Zechariah 11-14

 

MESSAGE

I was merely a mathematician before God anointed me as a pastor. What would a mathematician possibly have to say that can profit you if God is not speaking through him? My life and ministry are built on what God says. My ears are always open to Him because when He speaks, power is at work. Ecclesiastes 8:4 says where the word of a king is, there is power. In The Redeemed Christian Church of God, we have seen great miracles – the dead coming back to life, blind eyes opening, women without wombs conceiving and delivering babies, and many other great testimonies, only because God speaks and power follows.

Believe me honestly, the only way to live an abundant life is to be able to hear God’s voice. I pity people who cannot hear or do not even know God. A believer that cannot hear God cannot work miracles, neither can he or she escape the traps of the devil.

John 6:68 says it clearly:

Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life.

You cannot live without the spoken word of God. As a matter of fact, man was created to live by the word of God (Mathew 4:4). This is why the Bible must be your daily companion. The Bible is my favourite book because it has made me relevant to my generation. I will continue to read it so that God can do more in and through me.

You must also ensure that you choose carefully those you listen to. If you can hear God but listen to people who cannot, they will surely mislead you. Who are the people you go to for advice? Who are the people you depend on for correction? Proverbs 13:20 says a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

If your heart is pure and you haven’t heard from God, you need to pray until God opens your ears to hear Him. Set yourself apart and seek to hear God (Habakkuk 2:1). Your soul will live only by what you hear. Your future and the fulfilment of your destiny depend on what you do with the instructions you receive from God. Hear life and live.

 

ACTION POINT:

Fast for three days and pray to the Lord to open your ears so you can hear Him.

 

Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, is the author of Open Heavens Daily Devotional. One of the most widely read devotionals in the world is this one, which is published every day.
It is intended to keep you inspired, encouraged, and elevated by supplying you with God’s Word on a regular basis.

This Open Heavens Devotional offers powerful Christian resources that enable readers to achieve their destiny. You are encouraged to get closer to God and give Jesus your entire being.

 

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Rhapsody of Realities Devotional For Fri. 29th Sept. 2023

Rhapsody of Realities Devotional for FRi 29th Sept. 2023

 

TOPIC: PRAYING IN TONGUES IS KEY

But you, beloved, build yourselves up [founded] on your most holy faith [make progress, rise like an edifice higher and higher], praying in the Holy Spirit (Jude 1:20 AMPC).

 

MESSAGE

If you desire to improve yourself and operate at a new level of spiritual maturity and efficacy, the Scripture tells you what to do: pray in tongues often. This will work for any area in which you desire to make tremendous progress and take giant strides, be it in your health, academics, job, business, or finances.

Even in contending for the souls of men, or interceding for those who have issues understanding the Word, or those who’re dull in the things of the Spirit, praying in tongues is key! When you pray in tongues, the Holy Spirit gives you insights and specific guidance that you need to deal with the situation. You’d be able to discern whether you have said enough or if there is more to be said or done.

Also, in praying in tongues, learn to wait on the Lord, because what you need above all is direction—direction during or after the prayer. Sometimes, you may pray for a long time and experience spiritual changes, but no tangible changes manifest in the physical realm. Why? There may be specific actions or steps to be taken that you haven’t accessed or discerned.

The Bible says, “The secret of the LORD is with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant” (Psalm 25:14). So, the secret is kept for you. But if you don’t access that secret and apply it to the specific situation, the situation may remain unchanged.

If you want to see amazing results and changes in your life and circumstances, speak in other tongues. You’ll also be guided with the wisdom to know you’ve received the answers.

 

PRAYER / CONFESSION

As I spend quality time to pray in tongues today, I’m improved, built up and edified; I operate at a new level of spiritual maturity and efficiency. I make tremendous progress and take giant strides in every area of my life. I’m sensitive to the leading of the Spirit, attentive to His promptings and signals, as I follow His guidance wholeheartedly, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

 

FURTHER STUDY

1 Corinthians 14:2 AMPC; 1 Corinthians 14:18; Jude 1:20

 

1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

Ephesians 5:3-21; Isaiah 27-28

2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN

John 1:43-51; 1 Kings 4

 

Rhapsody of Realities is a globally recognized devotional that is highly spiritual and impactful written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, who is the Founder of Christ Embassy International. Also Known as Love World Incorporated or Believers’ Loveworld.

A unique devotional, Rhapsody of Reality is a wonderful love letter from God to you that has a message of eternal life! It is otherwise referred to as the, “Messenger Angel,” This devotional is a daily life guide intended to help you gain a deeper understanding of God’s Word and advance spiritually.

 

Usage Right: This website’s content was posted with the best of intentions. Please CLICK HERE to email us and make a complaint if you believe the copyright has been violated or infringed.

Open Heavens Devotional For Fri.29th Sept. 2023

Open Heavens Devotional for Fri 29th Sept. 2023

 

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: MODERATION

Friday, September 29, 2023

 

MEMORIZE:
Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Philippians 4:5

Read:
Philippians 4:5-9
5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
9 Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you.

 

MESSAGE:
Do everything in moderation. The fact that you have enough money to buy as much food as you like does not mean you should eat every time. Some people used to fast when they were poor but as soon as some money came into their hands, fasting became history. Even if you don’t want to fast for spiritual reasons, you need to fast for the sake of your health.

Truly, you may have a lot to do but that doesn’t mean you should not find a way to spend quality time with your family. Don’t let success destroy the great things of life. Money is supposed to improve your quality of life, not worsen it. That you now have a housemaid or other domestic staff does not mean you should not exercise your body anymore. Every now and then, you still need to engage in some household chores and physical activities.

When some people make a little money, they start disrespecting other people they deem to be less fortunate. If you see a rich and popular fellow who doesn’t respect elders, you have seen someone who is not interested in living long. King Saul became wealthy and influential, so he stopped honouring Prophet Samuel. The result of that was his life becoming so miserable that he begged to be killed (1Samuel 31:4). Samson thought because he was strong and influential, he could be with any woman he wanted, even against the advice of his parents and ended up being captured by his enemies. Don’t let the power that comes with money and success get you to destroy yourself.

The word of God does not teach us to lead a carnal life that pleases the flesh (Romans 8:13). Don’t let comfort bury you before your time. Put your flesh under to ensure that it is not indulging in things that are not beneficial to you. Believe me honestly, if you always do whatever you feel like, your flesh will begin to rule you. If you let money, success or fame get into your head, the end will be disastrous. There are more successes to be achieved in the future, but you can only reach them if you are temperate with the ones you have already gotten.

Key Point:
Don’t let money, success or fame deny you of the greater achievements lying ahead of you.

Bible in One year:
Zechariah 6-10

HYMN:
1. Praise, my soul, the King of heaven;
to his feet your tribute bring.
Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven,
evermore his praises sing.
Alleluia, alleluia!
Praise the everlasting King!

2. Praise him for his grace and favor
to his people in distress.
Praise him, still the same as ever,
slow to chide, and swift to bless.
Alleluia, alleluia!
Glorious in his faithfulness!

3. Fatherlike he tends and spares us;
well our feeble frame he knows.
In his hand he gently bears us,
rescues us from all our foes.
Alleluia, alleluia!
Widely yet his mercy flows!

4. Angels, help us to adore him;
you behold him face to face.
Sun and moon, bow down before him,
dwellers all in time and space.
Alleluia, alleluia!
Praise with us the God of grace!

 

Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, is the author of Open Heavens Daily Devotional.
One of the most widely read devotionals in the world is this one, which is published every day.
It is intended to keep you inspired, encouraged, and elevated by supplying you with God’s Word on a regular basis.

This Open Heavens Devotional offers powerful Christian resources that enable readers to achieve their destiny. You are encouraged to get closer to God and give Jesus your entire being.

 

Usage Right: This website’s content was posted with the best of intentions. Please CLICK HERE to email us and make a complaint if you believe the copyright has been violated or infringed.

Dunamis Seeds of Destiny Devotional For Fri. 29th Sept. 2023

Dunamis Seeds of Destiny for Fri 29th Sept. 2023

 

TOPIC: DEALING WITH THE SPIRIT OF FEAR

Scripture:  2 Timothy 1:7.

For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

 

Thought for The Day: One way to deal with the spirit of fear is to guard your heart consciously and continuously against negative news reports or stories.

 

MESSAGE

Now, one way to deal with the spirit of fear is to guard your heart consciously and continuously against negative news reports or stories.

Although there are stories that flow into your ears that you may not be able to avoid, consciously make up your mind not to look for negative stories or reports. Do not dwell on the negative.

The truth is, no matter how great your faith is, as a man of God, there are things you must not allow yourself to hear. Maybe, I would have shut him up on the spot.

When this protocol officer left me in the hotel, I had to use my faith to deal with witches, wizards, armed robbers and wicked people throughout the night.

My counsel is: guard your heart against negative news or reports so you can establish and protect your faith

 

REMEMBER THIS: One way to deal with the spirit of fear is to guard your heart consciously and continuously against negative news reports or stories.

 

ASSIGNMENTS:

  1. Refuse to give attention to or look for negative news reports or stories.
  2. Always renew your mind and believe only the report of God for your life.

 

PRAYER: Lord, I receive the grace to meditate on and believe in Your Word as the only authentic report of life. Deliver me from giving my ears to negative news, reports or stories, Lord, in Jesus’ Name.

FOR FURTER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: Emotional Diseases.

 

QUOTE: Now, God is saying, it does not matter the terror around you, fear not, because you are more valuable than one bird that is not permitted to perish without His permission.

Culled from the book, “15 Kingdom Strategies For Survival” by Dr Paul Enenche.

 

DAILY READING: Zephaniah 2-Haggai 1.

 

AMAZING FACT: Only two people have ever swam the entire length of the 2,350-mile Mississippi River: Slovenian long-distance swimmer Martin Strel in 2002 and former American Navy SEAL Chris Ring in 2015. Strel swam for 68 days in a row; Ring took one day off a week, taking 181 days.

 

PROPHETIC DECLARATION/WORD:

I curse every root and spirit of fear in your life in this season in Jesus’ Name.

 

The Seeds of Destiny Devotional is a highly spiritual resource and life transforming devotional that is widely read across the world. It is written by Pastors Paul and Becky Paul-Enenche, the Senior Pastors of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (Glory Dome)

 

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Dunamis Seeds of Destiny Devotional For Thur 28th Sept. 2023

Dunamis Seeds of Destiny for Thurs 28th Sept. 2023

Topic:  Your Part in Honoring God with The Multitude

 

Scripture:  Proverbs 14:28.

In the multitude of people is the king’s honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.

 

MESSAGE

Thought for The Day: One of the best ways to honour God is to command the submission of multitude to worship Him.

The truth is, if the people of God have enough size. If everyone joins forces together and says that no corrupt person, no killer, no criminal, and nobody with bad or dubious records, etc. can be a leader, it would stand.

Beloved, one of the best ways to honour God is to command the submission of multitudes to worship Him. And if the multitude can follow Jesus to the wilderness, you can compel multitudes anywhere in the world to worship God.

Even if you are a business man, you are not permitted to run a dry business. Whatever you do in the Name of God is not permitted to be dry. If you can see one unbeliever with any form of patronage in the same business, it is an insult on the grace you carry if you lack patronage.

My question is, as a church member or worker, what is your part in commanding multitudes to honour of God? Do you win souls for Christ or invite them to Church? You are only truly honourable when your life brings honour to God by the gathering of multitudes to worship Him.

 

REMEMBER THIS: One of the best ways to honour God is to command the submission of multitudes to worship Him.

 

ASSIGNMENTS:

  1. Make up your mind that your life would bring honour to God.
  2. Win souls for Christ; invite someone to church so they can be blessed and be planted.

 

PRAYER: Lord, I receive the grace to win souls and invite people to church. Let my life bring honour to Your Name, Lord, in Jesus’ Name.

 

FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: Dimensions of the Glory.

 

QUOTE: Nothing compels the attention of the multitude like proofs.

Culled from the book, “Making Full Proof of Ministry” by Dr Paul Enenche.

 

DAILY READING: Habakkuk 2-Zephaniah 1.

 

AMAZING FACT: Despite accounting for 2% of our body mass, the brain uses 20% of our oxygen and blood supply.

 

PROPHETIC DECLRATION/WORD:

Receive the grace and passion for soul wining and soul establishment in this season, in Jesus’ Name.

 

The Seeds of Destiny Devotional is a highly spiritual resource and life transforming devotional that is widely read across the world. It is written by Pastors Paul and Becky Paul-Enenche, the Senior Pastors of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (Glory Dome)

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Open Heavens Devotional For Thurs 28th Sept. 2023

 

Open Heavens Devotional for Thurs 28th Sept. 2023

 

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

TOPIC: IS JESUS IN YOUR BOAT?

 

MEMORIZE:
And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? Mark 4:38

 

Read:
Mark 4:35-41
35 And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.
36 And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.
37 And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.
38 And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish?
39 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.
40 And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith?
41 And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

 

MESSAGE
In our Bible reading, Jesus’ disciples woke Him up, and He stilled the storm. Have you imagined what would have happened had He not been in the boat? Life is full of storms, and except God helps you, such storms can drown you.

No matter how smart you are, there is one storm you cannot escape: the storm of death. Don’t be deceived’ death will make anyone who isn’t in Christ fearful. David could say, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for thou art with me” (Psalm 23:4) because he was on the Lord’s side. If the Lord is not with you in your boat and the storm comes, who will you call upon?

Storms can come suddenly, without notice. Once while on a plane to London, there was a particular man who had a golden walking stick. From time to time, he would get up and show off his golden walking stick as he walked to and from the bathroom. Suddenly, the captain announced, “Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a little problem as we currently cannot land the plane”. The man with the golden walking stick now really needed to go to the bathroom; but as he stood up to go, the hostess asked him to remain seated. Obviously terrified, he refused to remain in his seat and for a moment, I too was afraid. I then said to my Daddy, “But Lord, You didn’t tell me this is the end”. He responded saying, “No, it’s not the end. I want to talk to you, and I know that as soon as you land, you will be kept busy, but we need to talk”. As soon as I heard His voice, His peace came to me. After the Lord finished talking to me, the plane landed without any problem. Had I not already been His child that day, I would not have had any right to call upon Him in the storm and I would have been terrified like just any other person.

If He is not in your boat, there would be nobody to call upon for deliverance in the midst of a storm. It is only when you have Him in your boat that you would be able to say, “Christ in me the hope of glory” (Colossians 1:27).

 

REFLECTION:
Is Jesus in your life?

 

Bible in one year:
Zechariah 1-5

 

HYMN:
1. Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine
Oh, what a foretaste of glory divine
Heir of salvation, purchase of God
Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood
Chorus:
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Saviour all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Saviour all the day long

2. Perfect submission, perfect delight,
Visions of rapture now burst on my sight,
Angel descending, bring from above
Echoes of mercy, whispers of love.

3. Perfect submission, all is at rest
I in my Savior am happy and blessed
Watching and waiting, looking above
Filled with His goodness, lost in His love

 

Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, is the author of Open Heavens Daily Devotional.
One of the most widely read devotionals in the world is this one, which is published every day.
It is intended to keep you inspired, encouraged, and elevated by supplying you with God’s Word on a regular basis.

This Open Heavens Devotional offers powerful Christian resources that enable readers to achieve their destiny. You are encouraged to get closer to God and give Jesus your entire being.

 

Usage Right: This website’s content was posted with the best of intentions. Please CLICK HERE to email us and make a complaint if you believe the copyright has been violated or infringed.

Rhapsody of Realities For Thur 28th Sept. 2023

Rhapsody of Realities Devotional for Thur 28th Sept. 2023

 

TOPIC: PRAY FOR A RECEPTIVE HEART

Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls (James 1:21).

 

MESSAGE

When you share God’s Word with others, no matter what you say, it may not work unless the Holy Spirit ministers to their hearts. You may preach and teach, but if the Spirit of God isn’t ministering to their hearts, it’s not going to be effective; that’s the reason why prayer is crucial.

When you pray for others in this context, it’s not about you, but your hearers, that the Lord will give them a receptive heart, and that the darkness that blinds their hearts be dispelled and the power of evil holding them in bondage is broken.

Remember the words of Paul the apostle: “And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God” (1 Corinthians 2:4-5). As a result, I learnt to pray, saying, “In the Name of the Lord Jesus, you evil spirit of darkness that has blinded and put a mist in the heart of so-and-so to stop him from seeing and understanding the Word, I break your influence on his heart and mind.”

When I started doing this, I got amazing results; the Holy Spirit opened their hearts to receive the truths and teachings of the Word of God without distractions. If there was any hardness or resistance prior to meeting them, it would melt away, and in them, a deep hunger and thirst for the spiritual would be awakened. Praise God!

Always pray earnestly for those to whom and with whom you share the Word of God. When you do, the transformative power of the Word that brings conviction, understanding, and a desire for a closer relationship with the Lord will be kindled within their hearts. Amen.

 

PRAYER / CONFESSION

Dear Father, I pray that the minds of those to whom I preach the Gospel be receptive to your Word as your wisdom leaps out of the message and inundates their hearts; they’ll walk the path of wisdom, knowledge and understanding, being enlightened, refreshed, informed and strengthened to fulfil their purpose in Christ, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

 

FURTHER STUDY

Ephesians 3:14-19; James 5:16 AMPC

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Ephesians 4:17-32; Ephesians 5:1-2; Isaiah 25-26

 

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John 1:35-42; 1 Kings 3

 

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How to Overcome Challenges

HOW TO OVERCOME CHALLENGES

Challenges are inevitable in life. Whether they take the form of unanticipated crises, career obstacles, or personal failures, how we respond to these challenges frequently influences our destiny and defines our character. This extensive article examines the art of overcoming challenges and offers you advice, motivation, and tactics for conquering the most difficult situations in life.

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  1. Characteristics of Challenges

There are many different types of challenges, and they constitute a fundamental aspect of the human experience. Life provides us with an ever-evolving range of difficulties, from personal concerns like health issues, relationship issues, and loss to professional barriers like career transitions and workplace disagreements.

 

Why It’s Important to Overcome Challenges

The capacity to overcome challenges can have a significant impact on our lives and is not merely an issue of personal fulfillment. Here are a few explanations for why overcome challenges is important:

  • Personal Development: Challenges force us to step outside of our comfort zones and force us to change, grow, and learn. Our ability to overcome challenges strengthens our resilience and personal growth.
  • Achieving Goals: A lot of our objectives and goals call for us to overcome challenges. Challenges serve as stepping stones to achievement, whether they are encountered while pursuing a desired career or maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
  • Mental and Emotional Well-being: Overcoming challenges can improve our mental and emotional health. It promotes a sense of self-worth and accomplishment.
  • Relationships: How we respond to difficulties can have an effect on our relationships. Resilience and effective problem-solving skill can improve interpersonal relationships.
  • Motivation for Others: People around us can be inspired and get motivated by our ability to overcome challenges. Sharing our triumphant experiences with others might inspire and give them hope and enviable future. By sharing our triumphant experiences, we can inspire and give hope to those who are going through similar struggles.

Now that we are aware of how important it is to overcome barriers, let’s explore the psychology of how we react to them and how choosing the proper mindset may change everything.

  1.  Understanding the Psychology of Challenges

The place of Mindset

How we approach and conquer challenges is greatly influenced by our mindset, our ideas and our capacities.

  • Fixed Mindset: People who have a fixed mindset think that their intelligence and skills are fixed traits. They frequently avoid issues out of a fear of failing, and when they do encounter them, they frequently give up easily.
  • Growth Mindset: On the other hand, those who have this mindset think that skills can be acquired via commitment and effort. They view difficulties as chances to develop and learn, which boosts their resilience and productivity.

Adoption of a growth mindset

One of the most important steps in conquering challenges is to develop a growth attitude. Here are some methods to assist you in adopting this empowering perspective:

  • Overcoming Negative Self-Talk: Be aware of your inner dialogue. Affirmations that highlight your capacity to grow and adapt should be used to replace self-limiting ideas.
  • View Setbacks as Learning Opportunities: Rather than perceiving setbacks as a dead end, consider them stepping stones to achievement. Examine what went wrong, take lessons from it, and use those lessons to overcome obstacles in the future.
  • Look for Growth Opportunities: Actively look for difficulties that push your skills and expertise. Every new task offers a chance to hone and grow your abilities.
  • Stay Persistent: Understand that growth takes time and effort. Even when obstacles arise and progress is sluggish, remain devoted to your goals.

You may change the way you approach and react to obstacles by adopting a growth mindset, which will pave the way for resiliency and achievement. The cornerstone of overcoming challenges is resilience.

  1. Developing Resilience

Overcoming Challenges Through Resilience

Resilience is the capacity to overcome adversity and successfully deal with setbacks in life. It can be enhanced and increased through deliberate actions; it is not an innate trait. We can overcome challenges with grace and become stronger as a result of resilience.

Effective Techniques for Developing Resilience

Developing particular abilities and behaviors is necessary for developing resilience. Here are some doable tactics to aid in building resilience:

  • Build Strong Coping Skills: Acquire effective coping mechanisms like mindfulness, meditation, or seeking friends and professionals for support.
  • Create a Supportive Network: Surround yourself with friends and family who can be there for you emotionally when things go tough.
  • Develop Self-Compassion: Show yourself compassion. Self-criticism should be avoided, especially while dealing with setbacks or failures.
  • Keep a Positive Outlook: Develop optimism by keeping your attention on the good things in your life, even when they are challenging.
  • Establish Realistic Goals: Divide your long-term objectives into more manageable, shorter milestones. Celebrate your advancement as you go.
  • Develop Problem-Solving Skills: Learn how to effectively solve problems, thereby approaching difficulties deliberately and strategically.
  • Accept Change: Recognize that change is a natural element of life. You may be able to respond to difficulties more quickly if you embrace change as opposed to fighting it.

The process of developing resilience continues and calls for both effort and self-compassion. Your ability to face and overcome a variety of problems in life will improve as your resilience grows.

  1. Personal Challenges Management Techniques

Personal challenges cover a wide range of situations, from health and wellness concerns to relationship troubles and overcoming loss and bereavement.

  1. Seek Professional Assistance: It’s critical to speak with healthcare experts while dealing with health issues. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or get second views when necessary, and pay close attention to their recommendations and treatment regimens.
  2. Self-Care: Give self-care activities a high priority, such as consistent exercise, a healthy diet, and enough sleep. These behaviors can support both physical and emotional health.
  3. Mindfulness and Meditation: Include mindfulness and meditation practices in your regular activities. These techniques can aid in stress reduction, brain clarity improvement, and emotional resilience promotion.

Challenges in Relationship

  1. Effective Communication: Resolving relationship problems requires open and honest communication. Engage in active listening and communicate your thoughts and emotions in a courteous and calm manner.
  2. Counseling and Treatment: To address underlying issues, think about seeking professional assistance through couples counseling or individual therapy if marital problems continue.
  3. Establishing Boundaries: To safeguard your emotional wellbeing and sustain mutual respect and understanding, set appropriate boundaries in your relationships.

Loss and Grief

  1. Allowing Grief: When dealing with loss, grieving is a normal process. Don’t rush the grieving process, and give yourself permission to mourn. Ask friends, family, or support groups for assistance.
  2. Honoring and Memorializing: Construct memorials or ceremonies to memorialize and honor departed loved ones. This might bring some solace and closure.
  3. Professional Assistance: If grieving overtakes you and interferes with your everyday life, to talk to a grief counselor or therapist who can guide you through this difficult emotional journey.

5. Professional Challenges

Professional challenges can include everything from workplace disagreements to career transitions to business ventures. Let’s talk about how to get through these obstacles and accomplish your career objectives.

Transitions in Career

  1. Determine Transferable Skills: When switching careers, determine which skills from your past positions can be applied to your new career. Include these talents in the job applications you submit.
  2. Networking: Make connections with specialists in your selected field by going to professional events and workshops.
  3. Skill Development: To stay competitive in your chosen professional route, invest in continuous skill development.

Challenges in the Workplace

  1. Conflict Resolution: Handle problems in the workplace with professionalism and calmness. If necessary, take into consideration requesting HR support.
  2. Work-Life Balance: Give it priority in order to avoid burnout and preserve general wellbeing.
  3. Career Development: Clearly define your career goals and share them with your superiors. Look for career options within your company.

Challenges in Entrepreneurship

  1. Market Research: Before starting a business, conduct in-depth market research. Recognize your competitors and target market.
  2. Financial Planning: To secure the viability of your business, create a sound financial plan that includes a budget and cash flow estimates.
  3. Flexibility: Be ready to modify your business plans in response to customer input and evolving conditions.

6. Financial Challenges

Financial challenges can be overwhelming, but you can reclaim control of your finances with wise financial management and preparation.

Debt Management

  1. Develop a Debt Repayment Strategy: Make a structured plan to pay off debts sequentially, concentrating on high-interest obligations first.
  2. Budgeting: Create a realistic budget that takes into account all of your costs, including debt repayment, and follow it religiously.
  3. Seek Professional Advice: For individualized advice and debt management techniques, think about speaking with a financial advisor or credit counselor.

Planning and Budgeting Financially

  1. Create an emergency fund to take care of unforeseen costs and ease financial strain.
  2. Investing: Examine your options for making investments to increase your wealth and safeguard your financial future.
  3. Savings Objectives: Establish specific savings objectives, such as retirement or homeownership, and make modest progress toward them.
  1. Educational Challenges

The correct approaches can be used to overcome academic challenges and pursue continual skill development. Education is a lifelong endeavor.

Academic Challenges

  1. Time management: Make a study plan that allots regular, concentrated study time.
  2. Study Techniques: Learn about effective study methods like active recall, spaced repetition, and practice tests.
  3. Academic Support: When dealing with challenging subjects, seek help from tutors, academic advisors, or study groups.

Continual Education and Skill Development

  1. Online Courses: Use online platforms and courses to learn new skills or enhance existing skills.
  2. Professional certificates: To improve your employment possibilities, think about acquiring professional certificates.
  3. Mentorship:Seek mentorship from knowledgeable professionals in your sector to gain insightful advice.
  1. Emergency Management

How to Handle Unexpected Crises

  1. Remain Calm: Avoid panicking during crises since it can make it more difficult to solve problems.

Social and Communal Support

  1. Rely on Support Networks: For emotional and practical support during emergencies, turn to friends, family, or support groups.
  2. Professional Assistance: If you need help navigating the emotional fallout after a crisis, don’t be afraid to seek out professional guidance, such as therapy or counseling.
  1. Getting Over Obstacles Through Communication

The Power of Good Communication

  1. Active Listening: Improve your active listening abilities to comprehend others and settle disputes.
  2. Assertive Communication: Express your ideas and emotions in a way that fosters respect and understanding between people.
  3. Conflict Resolution: Develop effective conflict resolution skills to deal with disagreements.

Seeking Professional Assistance

  1. Therapy and Counseling: If you’re facing personal or emotional difficulties that call for expert advice, think about seeking therapy or counseling.
  2. Career Coaches: Work with a career coach or mentor to enhance your career chances and get through professional challenges.
  1. Staying Motivated and Persistent

Set Goals

  1. SMART Goals: To give clear direction and incentive, set specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
  2. Visualize Success: To increase motivation and focus, use visualization techniques to see attaining your goals.

Maintain Focus

  1. Track Progress: Regularly evaluate how well you’re doing in reaching your goals and change your tactics where necessary.
  2. Celebrate Success: Celebrate your accomplishments, no matter how minor, to stay motivated and support constructive behavior.

In Conclusion

You have the ability to thrive, develop, and become great in the face of challenges. Keep in mind that challenges are just chances for development and transformation as you continue on your journey to success. Adopt a growth attitude, develop resilience, ask for help, communicate clearly, and maintain motivation as you manage life’s ups and downs. You have the capacity to conquer any challenge and come out stronger thereafter.

May the concluding words of this article serve as a reminder that, with perseverance, fortitude, resilience, and the appropriate techniques, you can overcome the obstacles in your path and create your own tale of triumph and achievement. Believe in your subconscious mind that you are an overcomer indeed.