Saturday, 11th May MIND YOUR
COMPANY/ASSOCIATION
MORNING Jonah 1:1-15
Good morning dearly beloved. Happy weekend. What are your plans for today? Association or company simply means a group of people organised for a joint purpose. This goes to say or implies the kind of people you hang out with. Child of God, the kind of people you company with can make or mar you. They can make your journey in life smooth and fast or rough and slow. Hence, you must be very careful with the kind of persons you relate with. From our text this morning, we saw how the innocent people who were traveling from Joppa to Tarshish got to their destination just by the mercies of God just because of the presence of Jonah in their ship. They almost lost their lives but they suffered serious losses because in verse 5, we read that their goods were cast into the sea to lighten the ship from sinking. May you not be at the wrong place at the right time. The losses which they suffered were as a result of being on the same ship with Jonah who was walking in disobedience to God. Because he incurred the wrath of God, this affected everyone travelling on the ship. From today, ensure that your select your friends carefully. Ensure that you pray very well before you board vehicles, aircraft, etc. The Lord shall help us all in Jesus' Name.
EVENING 1 Corinthians 15:33
Good evening, friends. The type of people we company with matter in all aspects of our day to day living. Our friends, relationships or associations can help us fulfil destiny or destroy it. When you company with the wise you shall be wise (Proverbs 13:20). The opposite is true. If you hang out with bad, foolish or evil people, you will turn out to be bad, foolish, evil, mean, wicked and the list is endless. From our Bible reading tonight, we read that we should not deceive ourselves. Evil communication/company/associations corrupt good manners same way that good and wise communication/company/associations will promote good manners. Let us watch our associations in the office, neighbourhood, Church and party (secular or political) so that our lives will be smooth and pleasant. Make sure you go to Church tomorrow and start companying/associating with the right people. Make up your mind to access yourself and make necessary amendments.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 4 - 6
Sunday, 12th May DON'T LOSE HOPE
MORNING Luke 5:1-7
Good morning and happy Sunday, dearly beloved. We thank God for the gift of life. Usually in life, things do happen that make a man or woman to be discouraged and at a low point in life. Dear friends, disappointments and discouragements are not the end of life because the plan of God for your life is greater than the plans you have for yourself. From our Bible reading this morning, we read about how Peter and his colleagues toiled all through the night and caught nothing. Don't forget these were experts in the field of fishing and fisheries. That particular day, their knowledge about fishing failed them but when the wisdom of God (Jesus Christ) intervened in their affairs, they got more than what they bargained for. Child of God, is your situation difficult? Be informed that you are not hopeless. Just lean on the wisdom of God (Jesus) and allow Him to intervene in your affairs and you will see that your situation will change without changing your location or your instrument of trade. Beloved, don't lose hope. God will come through for you this new week in Jesus' Mighty Name. Make sure that you go to Church this morning.
Meditation: - Luke 5:5-7
EVENING Job 14:7-14
Child of God, there is hope for you. Don't lose hope at all. Just as the Pastor said in Church this morning, keep your hope alive. Verses 7-9 of our Bible reading tonight says “For there is hope of a tree if it is cut down, that it will sprout again and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground. Yet through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs like a plant”. Listen, you are going to bounce back and you will recover all. Your life shall be beautiful again. Don't lose hope. You are coming back stronger and better. The fact that you are able to read this piece tonight is an assurance of great and better things coming in Jesus' Mighty Name. Don't lose hope. Good night and sleep well.
Meditation: - Job 14:14.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 7 -9
Monday, 13th May HOW DRY?
MORNING Ezekiel 37:1-10
Good morning, dear friends. Hope you had a pleasant night? We are asking ourselves a question this morning and this is like a follow up to what God said to us yesterday that we should not lose hope. How dry, how bad or how battered are you? How disappointed are you about life? God, through His Word this morning, is saying that you should have hope. The bones described in our text this morning were said not to be just dry but very dry. This goes to say that all hope for those bones were lost already. They were not just very dry they have been cast into the valley. That means that they were at the lowest point in life. Does this describe your situation? God is saying that with your mouth you will speak into your own life. You shall declare and decree life into every dead or dying situation in your life and there shall be a turn around in Jesus' Mighty Name. Now, order your life for the new working week, for the rest of the month and the rest of the year 2024. It is well with you in Jesus' Name. Go and prosper in Jesus' Name.
EVENING John 11:38-44
Good evening and how was your day? Tonight, we read about Jesus' friend, Lazarus. Lazarus had been dead for four days. He had been buried and even the tomb had been sealed up, meaning a closure or finality. But when men are saying there is no way, God says there is a way. As a matter of fact, He says that He is just starting with you. Jesus showed up and the story changed. Even the family members had resorted to their fate. They even said that he was already stinking. But Jesus, the life giver and life preserver said NO. Concerning your own case too, Jesus shall come through for you. You shall live again. You will rise again. You are healed. You are made whole again. Your joy has come. Celebrate your victory. Celebrate Jesus. Good night and God bless.
Meditation: - Psalm 30:5b.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 10 - 12
Tuesday, 14th May MERCY
MORNING Genesis 19:14-22
Good morning. Our God is a God who is full of mercy and we all are products of His mercy. Without the mercy of God in a man's life, that life will be very difficult. In fact, it will be nothing to write home about. But thanks be to God who is so merciful to His children. This morning, from verse 16 of the passage, we read about how God singled out Lot to save him and his household. The Bible says that while Lot lingered, the men (angels) took hold of their hands. “The Lord was merciful”. Hallelujah! May you and your household enjoy the mercy of God like you have never done. May you have angelic visitations at this season in Jesus' Mighty Name. The Lord also granted Lot's request to go to a different location apart from where God had in mind. The Lord shall grant you your heart's desires in Jesus' Name. Just present your request to the Lord this morning. His mercy is available and He will favour you and grant you your heart's desires in Jesus' Name. Do have a great day filled with mercy in Jesus' Name.
EVENING Hebrews 4:14-16.
The mercy of God is all that we need as children of God. We must continually work towards ensuring that we are in right standing with God so that we can enjoy and continue to enjoy His mercy. We must not neglect the place of prayer, service to God and to humanity, fellowship, etc. “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need”. (Hebrews 14:16). Do you need help? It comes only through the mercy of God. Embrace God's presence more so that the Lord can load you with His mercy. May you and your entire household enjoy the unfailing mercy of the Lord from tonight and all your days in Jesus' Name. Good night and remain blessed!
Meditation: - Ephesians 3:20.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 13 - 15
Wednesday, 15th May WHILE MEN SLEPT
MORNING Matthew 13:24-30
We give thanks to God for the gift of today. Today, God is drawing our attention to vigilance and observation. From the passage read, we saw that the farmer sowed good seed in his field but the enemy came and sowed tares. Why? It happened because the farmer was a bit careless. He slept while he was expected to be watching over what he had sown (v25). Friends, the time we are in calls for serious vigilance and closer walk with the Holy Spirit so that all the truth can be revealed to us. This time also calls for serious observations (v27). The servant noticed an unhealthy growth of wheat and tares. These two plants look so much alike, and it is only someone who pays attention who can detect it early. Child of God, you must be very observant so as to discern between good and bad, between what God is saying and the tricks of the devil. You cannot afford to sleep the sleep of 'death'. You must be awake and alive to take your destiny in your hands. Go out today and process all that the good Lord has provided for you. You must not sleep. Take full advantage of opportunities as the Lord gives them. Remain blessed.
EVENING Nehemiah 4:6-23
Good evening and how was your day? Unlike what we read in the morning that the enemy was able to sow tares in the field, tonight, we read about Nehemiah who refused to take chances. He did not allow the enemies of progress to limit him. He set men to watch over the work by day and by night. He even armed them so that in case of any unexpected attack, they will be able to resist them and fight as expected. They were battle ready all the time. No wonder, he was able to finish rebuilding the wall despite all the antics of the devil through his agents. Child of God, don't let down your guard. The devil will never announce his coming to you and that is why you must be prepared at all times. You must be on fire for the Lord so that you will be too hot for the devil to handle. Nehemiah finished rebuilding the wall. You will finish all your assignments in Jesus' Name and the Lord shall help you and everyone around you too shall see that it is the Lord who is helping you. Good night, sweet dreams and God bless.
Meditation: - Nehemiah 6:16. You will finish strong. You will finish well.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 16 - 20
Thursday, 16th May DIVINE LOCATION
MORNING Genesis 26:1-12
God is specific in many respects. Many times, we tend to undermine the importance of where we are, believing that since the whole earth and its fullness belongs to God, we can stay anywhere or do anything wherever we choose. In our text today, God instructed Isaac to remain in the land of famine. In the concluding part of the story, we see how Isaac prospered in his divine location despite the woes all around. People of God, our blessings are not tied to the fortunes of a country. They are tied to where God has in mind for us. When God says He knows the thoughts He has towards us, it includes our location. Getting out of our location is like getting out of God's thoughts. Location may not just mean a physical location. It may be a relationship, career, business, etc. Are you in the right place?
EVENING Ruth 1:1-5
We saw in the morning how Isaac prospered because he was in the right place. This evening, we see the grievous consequences for a man and his family when he stepped out of his divine location. Although we do not know specifically whether there was any communication between God and Elimelech at the time of his relocation, we know that he left Israel because there was a famine. For every tough situation facing us, God expects us to ask Him what we should do. The solution to the problem is attached to the place.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 21 -24
Friday, 17th May DIVINE ACCELERATION
MORNING Habakkuk 2:1-7
Good morning. Today we are looking at divine acceleration. We are living in a time when God is speeding things up. God is going to do it for you in a fraction of time what should have taken you a lifetime to accomplish, because you honour Him. God is going to give you breaks that you don't deserve. He is going to bring the right people across your path. You are going to see opportunity like you have never seen before. You need to get ready. When you shift the gear of a car from the second gear to the fourth gear, the engine is still running at the same speed. It is not working harder, but you are going faster. You are covering more ground. In the same way, because you have made God first place in your life, He is shifting you to a higher gear. You are going to go further and faster not because you are working harder trying to make it all happen, but because it is your time for divine acceleration!
EVENING 1 Kings 17:41-45
Tonight, we are seeing a man who outran a chariot. The chariot is a type of carriage using animals (almost always horses) to provide rapid motive power. The average speed of a standard breed horse is put at about 48 kilometres (30 miles) per hour. From records, the average speed of the current world’s fastest man (Usain Bolt) equates to about 37km (23miles) per hour. In essence, in the ordinary, it would have been difficult for Elijah to outrun the chariot of Ahab. But he was given divine acceleration by God. You also will be divinely accelerated! Amen.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today I John 1 - 5
Saturday, 18th May DIVINE RAIN
MORNING Job 5:1-10
In the natural, clouds usually gather and the skies, most times, become overcast before rain falls. At times and depending on where you live, stormy winds may precede a heavy downpour. In essence, in the natural, certain things must be in place before a rain falls. However, today we are not talking about a physical rain but a different kind of rain – the spiritual (divine) rain. Divine rain brings about joy, peace, lasting satisfaction and fulfilment. It does not require cloud formation or wind reaction before it falls. It falls at the instance of the Almighty God. Get ready, because it will rain! God wants to set up the lowly. He wants to disappoint the devices of the crafty so that He can weaken their hands. He wants to give beauty for ashes. God is talking about you today. Rejoice and receive His Word as you start your day.
EVENING 2 Kings 3:13-18
There is no need to see wind or rain before we are convinced of God's visitation. What we need is faith. Faith in the written or the spoken Word will make you experience the rain. Every valley will be filled with water. You just believe. In verse 18, the Prophet said “and this is but a light thing in the sight of the Lord…” It is no big deal with God to give you rain. You just believe and keep believing. It will rain. Amen!
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today 2, 3 John; Jude
COMPANY/ASSOCIATION
MORNING Jonah 1:1-15
Good morning dearly beloved. Happy weekend. What are your plans for today? Association or company simply means a group of people organised for a joint purpose. This goes to say or implies the kind of people you hang out with. Child of God, the kind of people you company with can make or mar you. They can make your journey in life smooth and fast or rough and slow. Hence, you must be very careful with the kind of persons you relate with. From our text this morning, we saw how the innocent people who were traveling from Joppa to Tarshish got to their destination just by the mercies of God just because of the presence of Jonah in their ship. They almost lost their lives but they suffered serious losses because in verse 5, we read that their goods were cast into the sea to lighten the ship from sinking. May you not be at the wrong place at the right time. The losses which they suffered were as a result of being on the same ship with Jonah who was walking in disobedience to God. Because he incurred the wrath of God, this affected everyone travelling on the ship. From today, ensure that your select your friends carefully. Ensure that you pray very well before you board vehicles, aircraft, etc. The Lord shall help us all in Jesus' Name.
EVENING 1 Corinthians 15:33
Good evening, friends. The type of people we company with matter in all aspects of our day to day living. Our friends, relationships or associations can help us fulfil destiny or destroy it. When you company with the wise you shall be wise (Proverbs 13:20). The opposite is true. If you hang out with bad, foolish or evil people, you will turn out to be bad, foolish, evil, mean, wicked and the list is endless. From our Bible reading tonight, we read that we should not deceive ourselves. Evil communication/company/associations corrupt good manners same way that good and wise communication/company/associations will promote good manners. Let us watch our associations in the office, neighbourhood, Church and party (secular or political) so that our lives will be smooth and pleasant. Make sure you go to Church tomorrow and start companying/associating with the right people. Make up your mind to access yourself and make necessary amendments.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 4 - 6
Sunday, 12th May DON'T LOSE HOPE
MORNING Luke 5:1-7
Good morning and happy Sunday, dearly beloved. We thank God for the gift of life. Usually in life, things do happen that make a man or woman to be discouraged and at a low point in life. Dear friends, disappointments and discouragements are not the end of life because the plan of God for your life is greater than the plans you have for yourself. From our Bible reading this morning, we read about how Peter and his colleagues toiled all through the night and caught nothing. Don't forget these were experts in the field of fishing and fisheries. That particular day, their knowledge about fishing failed them but when the wisdom of God (Jesus Christ) intervened in their affairs, they got more than what they bargained for. Child of God, is your situation difficult? Be informed that you are not hopeless. Just lean on the wisdom of God (Jesus) and allow Him to intervene in your affairs and you will see that your situation will change without changing your location or your instrument of trade. Beloved, don't lose hope. God will come through for you this new week in Jesus' Mighty Name. Make sure that you go to Church this morning.
Meditation: - Luke 5:5-7
EVENING Job 14:7-14
Child of God, there is hope for you. Don't lose hope at all. Just as the Pastor said in Church this morning, keep your hope alive. Verses 7-9 of our Bible reading tonight says “For there is hope of a tree if it is cut down, that it will sprout again and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground. Yet through the scent of water it will bud, and bring forth boughs like a plant”. Listen, you are going to bounce back and you will recover all. Your life shall be beautiful again. Don't lose hope. You are coming back stronger and better. The fact that you are able to read this piece tonight is an assurance of great and better things coming in Jesus' Mighty Name. Don't lose hope. Good night and sleep well.
Meditation: - Job 14:14.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 7 -9
Monday, 13th May HOW DRY?
MORNING Ezekiel 37:1-10
Good morning, dear friends. Hope you had a pleasant night? We are asking ourselves a question this morning and this is like a follow up to what God said to us yesterday that we should not lose hope. How dry, how bad or how battered are you? How disappointed are you about life? God, through His Word this morning, is saying that you should have hope. The bones described in our text this morning were said not to be just dry but very dry. This goes to say that all hope for those bones were lost already. They were not just very dry they have been cast into the valley. That means that they were at the lowest point in life. Does this describe your situation? God is saying that with your mouth you will speak into your own life. You shall declare and decree life into every dead or dying situation in your life and there shall be a turn around in Jesus' Mighty Name. Now, order your life for the new working week, for the rest of the month and the rest of the year 2024. It is well with you in Jesus' Name. Go and prosper in Jesus' Name.
EVENING John 11:38-44
Good evening and how was your day? Tonight, we read about Jesus' friend, Lazarus. Lazarus had been dead for four days. He had been buried and even the tomb had been sealed up, meaning a closure or finality. But when men are saying there is no way, God says there is a way. As a matter of fact, He says that He is just starting with you. Jesus showed up and the story changed. Even the family members had resorted to their fate. They even said that he was already stinking. But Jesus, the life giver and life preserver said NO. Concerning your own case too, Jesus shall come through for you. You shall live again. You will rise again. You are healed. You are made whole again. Your joy has come. Celebrate your victory. Celebrate Jesus. Good night and God bless.
Meditation: - Psalm 30:5b.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 10 - 12
Tuesday, 14th May MERCY
MORNING Genesis 19:14-22
Good morning. Our God is a God who is full of mercy and we all are products of His mercy. Without the mercy of God in a man's life, that life will be very difficult. In fact, it will be nothing to write home about. But thanks be to God who is so merciful to His children. This morning, from verse 16 of the passage, we read about how God singled out Lot to save him and his household. The Bible says that while Lot lingered, the men (angels) took hold of their hands. “The Lord was merciful”. Hallelujah! May you and your household enjoy the mercy of God like you have never done. May you have angelic visitations at this season in Jesus' Mighty Name. The Lord also granted Lot's request to go to a different location apart from where God had in mind. The Lord shall grant you your heart's desires in Jesus' Name. Just present your request to the Lord this morning. His mercy is available and He will favour you and grant you your heart's desires in Jesus' Name. Do have a great day filled with mercy in Jesus' Name.
EVENING Hebrews 4:14-16.
The mercy of God is all that we need as children of God. We must continually work towards ensuring that we are in right standing with God so that we can enjoy and continue to enjoy His mercy. We must not neglect the place of prayer, service to God and to humanity, fellowship, etc. “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need”. (Hebrews 14:16). Do you need help? It comes only through the mercy of God. Embrace God's presence more so that the Lord can load you with His mercy. May you and your entire household enjoy the unfailing mercy of the Lord from tonight and all your days in Jesus' Name. Good night and remain blessed!
Meditation: - Ephesians 3:20.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 13 - 15
Wednesday, 15th May WHILE MEN SLEPT
MORNING Matthew 13:24-30
We give thanks to God for the gift of today. Today, God is drawing our attention to vigilance and observation. From the passage read, we saw that the farmer sowed good seed in his field but the enemy came and sowed tares. Why? It happened because the farmer was a bit careless. He slept while he was expected to be watching over what he had sown (v25). Friends, the time we are in calls for serious vigilance and closer walk with the Holy Spirit so that all the truth can be revealed to us. This time also calls for serious observations (v27). The servant noticed an unhealthy growth of wheat and tares. These two plants look so much alike, and it is only someone who pays attention who can detect it early. Child of God, you must be very observant so as to discern between good and bad, between what God is saying and the tricks of the devil. You cannot afford to sleep the sleep of 'death'. You must be awake and alive to take your destiny in your hands. Go out today and process all that the good Lord has provided for you. You must not sleep. Take full advantage of opportunities as the Lord gives them. Remain blessed.
EVENING Nehemiah 4:6-23
Good evening and how was your day? Unlike what we read in the morning that the enemy was able to sow tares in the field, tonight, we read about Nehemiah who refused to take chances. He did not allow the enemies of progress to limit him. He set men to watch over the work by day and by night. He even armed them so that in case of any unexpected attack, they will be able to resist them and fight as expected. They were battle ready all the time. No wonder, he was able to finish rebuilding the wall despite all the antics of the devil through his agents. Child of God, don't let down your guard. The devil will never announce his coming to you and that is why you must be prepared at all times. You must be on fire for the Lord so that you will be too hot for the devil to handle. Nehemiah finished rebuilding the wall. You will finish all your assignments in Jesus' Name and the Lord shall help you and everyone around you too shall see that it is the Lord who is helping you. Good night, sweet dreams and God bless.
Meditation: - Nehemiah 6:16. You will finish strong. You will finish well.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 16 - 20
Thursday, 16th May DIVINE LOCATION
MORNING Genesis 26:1-12
God is specific in many respects. Many times, we tend to undermine the importance of where we are, believing that since the whole earth and its fullness belongs to God, we can stay anywhere or do anything wherever we choose. In our text today, God instructed Isaac to remain in the land of famine. In the concluding part of the story, we see how Isaac prospered in his divine location despite the woes all around. People of God, our blessings are not tied to the fortunes of a country. They are tied to where God has in mind for us. When God says He knows the thoughts He has towards us, it includes our location. Getting out of our location is like getting out of God's thoughts. Location may not just mean a physical location. It may be a relationship, career, business, etc. Are you in the right place?
EVENING Ruth 1:1-5
We saw in the morning how Isaac prospered because he was in the right place. This evening, we see the grievous consequences for a man and his family when he stepped out of his divine location. Although we do not know specifically whether there was any communication between God and Elimelech at the time of his relocation, we know that he left Israel because there was a famine. For every tough situation facing us, God expects us to ask Him what we should do. The solution to the problem is attached to the place.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today Joshua 21 -24
Friday, 17th May DIVINE ACCELERATION
MORNING Habakkuk 2:1-7
Good morning. Today we are looking at divine acceleration. We are living in a time when God is speeding things up. God is going to do it for you in a fraction of time what should have taken you a lifetime to accomplish, because you honour Him. God is going to give you breaks that you don't deserve. He is going to bring the right people across your path. You are going to see opportunity like you have never seen before. You need to get ready. When you shift the gear of a car from the second gear to the fourth gear, the engine is still running at the same speed. It is not working harder, but you are going faster. You are covering more ground. In the same way, because you have made God first place in your life, He is shifting you to a higher gear. You are going to go further and faster not because you are working harder trying to make it all happen, but because it is your time for divine acceleration!
EVENING 1 Kings 17:41-45
Tonight, we are seeing a man who outran a chariot. The chariot is a type of carriage using animals (almost always horses) to provide rapid motive power. The average speed of a standard breed horse is put at about 48 kilometres (30 miles) per hour. From records, the average speed of the current world’s fastest man (Usain Bolt) equates to about 37km (23miles) per hour. In essence, in the ordinary, it would have been difficult for Elijah to outrun the chariot of Ahab. But he was given divine acceleration by God. You also will be divinely accelerated! Amen.
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today I John 1 - 5
Saturday, 18th May DIVINE RAIN
MORNING Job 5:1-10
In the natural, clouds usually gather and the skies, most times, become overcast before rain falls. At times and depending on where you live, stormy winds may precede a heavy downpour. In essence, in the natural, certain things must be in place before a rain falls. However, today we are not talking about a physical rain but a different kind of rain – the spiritual (divine) rain. Divine rain brings about joy, peace, lasting satisfaction and fulfilment. It does not require cloud formation or wind reaction before it falls. It falls at the instance of the Almighty God. Get ready, because it will rain! God wants to set up the lowly. He wants to disappoint the devices of the crafty so that He can weaken their hands. He wants to give beauty for ashes. God is talking about you today. Rejoice and receive His Word as you start your day.
EVENING 2 Kings 3:13-18
There is no need to see wind or rain before we are convinced of God's visitation. What we need is faith. Faith in the written or the spoken Word will make you experience the rain. Every valley will be filled with water. You just believe. In verse 18, the Prophet said “and this is but a light thing in the sight of the Lord…” It is no big deal with God to give you rain. You just believe and keep believing. It will rain. Amen!
To Study Through The Bible This Year, Study Today 2, 3 John; Jude