Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.

Friends, it is a deliberate decision to remain rooted in God’s truth especially when life applies pressure to shift our conviction. It is application in our faith, choice, hope, right living etc as the enemy begins to suggest alternative to God. Yes, we are in moment of turbulence but it is important we remain steadfast, unshaken, and committed to our faith in God’s strength, His truth and divine purpose. 1 Corinthians 16:13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Though, we go through pressure, opposition and challenges in the world, we must learn to stand firm and unmoveable because our love for Him is not in vain. Hence, this speaks of spiritual stability and courage being rooted in God’s truth and power. It is not a passive resistance but an active choice that we must hold on. Galatians 5:1- Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.

Interestingly, it is always challenging to hold on to God’s Word when situations contradicts your expectations. But, we must refuse to compromise in our values and conviction just like Daniel and his friends did in the furnace of fire. This can be possible as we remain faithful in prayer despite the trials, we shall still stand firm and do exploits, too. Hebrews 10:23 - Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) So, if we are grounded in the scriptures, know who God is to us with our new identity, we can then refuse to bow rather we shall stand firm like men and women of old. I pray we will continue to rely on the Holy Spirit as to stay connected to godly community in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT:

Father, strengthen our heart to stand firm, remain rooted with an unwavering faith without staggering at His promises in Jesus name.

ACTION QUOTE: Remember, no matter the pressure you will not breakdown but breakthrough with God.

Text: Psalm 37:23(KJV)

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.

Friends, we are in a journey of divine purpose and it takes God to order and guide our movements, daily. Then, when our steps are ordered by His grace, we experience unearned favour, wisdom and His divine strength that brings about productive living. Proverbs 16:9 - A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps. Yes, we need grace to go ahead of us, aligning our path with God’s purpose even when the journey seems uncertain. For instance, Abraham stepped out not knowing where he was going, but he was guided by grace. Also, Joseph was directed and grace ordered his steps through betrayal to the palace. Hence, we must learn to yield to his leading at all times because He orders and plans for the righteous man. Jeremiah 10:23 - O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps.

Amazingly, we need to be confident by the leading of the Lord as God goes before us to take away any form of anxiety and that brings about progress without striving. Certainly, this brings about little efforts but great result. Psalm 119:105 - Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Though, when God orders our steps, it may not make sense initially but it is important we trust him and remain patient to His instruction. Yes, life brings about series of decisions but when we walk with God, our steps are ordered by grace, not by chance. Proverbs 3:5–6 - Trust in the LORD with all thine heart… and he shall direct thy paths. I pray He will continue to guide us even when we don’t fully understand the direction in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT:

Father, redirect and prepare us to align in your way because when strength fails your grace carries us through the storms in Jesus name.

ACTION QUOTE: Remember, His guidance corrects without condemnation, so relax.

Text: Mathew 6:33(KJV)

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Friends, we often make this costly mistake in solving our daily problems. Yes, we start to build our lives and settle our life challenges by our own strength and wisdom without involving God at first and we put Him last when the pressure is tensed. But, God is calling us to order by engaging Him first that means inviting HIS presence and divine wisdom before taking action. James 4:7 - Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Hence, engaging God first is not just a spiritual exercise rather it is a step of faith that shifts the battle in our favor and disarms the enemy. Let’s ask God for guidance and strength before making plans. It is important we submit every plan and goal to God. Zechariah 4:6 - Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.

Interestingly, when we rely on His grace at the start, every step becomes empowered, every weapon becomes effective, and strongholds begin to crumble even before we face the obstacles. So, let’s learn to commit the day, our decisions, or battles to Him by submitting to His will. Isaiah 26:3-Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. In so doing, it helps us to walk in calm assurance that God is able to do all.  I encourage us to align our thoughts with the truth and He will answer us in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT:

Oh Lord, help me to activate God first in every area of my life before I act, decide, or plan for your presence is the power that I need for the expected victory in Jesus name.

ACTION QUOTE: Remember, battles are fought and won by God’s power, not yours, so set your priorities right.

For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds;)

Friends, strongholds are not always visible, but they are powerful and they truly exit in different forms. Unfortunately, they often exist in the mind, as it affects our thinking, beliefs, fears, and habits which opposes the truth. But, Christ has already won the battles on our behalf and ours is to stand and pull down the oppositions that are against our divine identity and authority in Christ. The good news is that God does not leave us helpless though our weapons are not carnal rather they are mighty through God who helps us to cast down imaginations that bring hindrances. 2 Corinthians 10:5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.   Hence, we must learn to bring down every unfavourable situation in prayer and by faith with God’s word. Yes, the scripture reminds us that although we live in the flesh, our battles are not fought with fleshly tools rather we should be strong in the Lord as to face the uncertainties in our world. Ephesians 6:10 - Be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

Interestingly, through Christ, we are given spiritual weapons that are mighty through God. This is where the God factor comes to play with divine power working beyond human ability. So, we must learn to pull down strongholds which begins by identifying thoughts and beliefs that contradict God’s Word. John 8:32 - You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. Then, we have to replace such lies with the truth of God’s word which makes darkness to loss the grip of the enemy over us. Let’s be encouraged because victory is not achieved by willpower alone, rather by submitting every thought to the authority of Christ and God will help us in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT:

Oh Lord, we pull down every stronghold that exalts itself against the knowledge of the truth as we bring every thought to the obedience of Christ in Jesus name.

ACTION QUOTE: Remember to acknowledge God in the battles of your mind by the weapon of His Word.

 Text: Ephesians 6:10(KJV)

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

Friends, we are not called to fight from a place of weakness or fear, but from a position of divine empowerment that brings about victory over all. Yes, God does not send us into battles unprepared rather He equips us with His strength, His authority, and His presence. Hence, it is the power of God that gives us confidence to declare that the Lord shall fight for us and we shall hold our peace. Romans 8:37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. Therefore, being empowered for the battle means understanding that the victory has already been secured through Christ Jesus. So, your prayers must be focused, faith-filled as we align with God’s will. Remember, the battle can be very real, but the power of God at work within us is more than real. 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.

Amazingly, our battles are not man made rather spiritually made. Therefore, spiritual battles are not fought with physical weapons but with spiritual weapons of truth, faith, prayer, and the Word of God including the mystery as revealed by the word of God. When we rely on God’s power rather than our own, we stand firm against opposition and remain unshaken in difficult seasons. Zechariah 4:6 - Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Today, our empowerment comes through intimacy with God, obedience to His Word, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. I encourage us to always remember that the enemies attempt to intimidate us in the current challenge has been silenced as we are empowered by God to walk boldly and with confidence on the finished work of Christ in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT:

Father, clothe me with Your armor and help me to stand firm in faith and not to depend on my ability as to overcome life challenges in Jesus name

ACTION QUOTE: Remember to stand strong in the Lord as we rely on God’s strength and not by our power, daily.

Text: Luke 10:19(KJV)

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.

Friends, we cannot enjoy a walk with spiritual authority without our knowledge of who we are in Christ and yield our vessels to God. So, as we surrender to Him, we are clothed and rooted in the identity of Christ. Therefore, when we begin to stand on God’s word with confidence it is what releases His power and authority over the storm. Ephesians 2:6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus. Hence, God’s word is our legal ground which we receive as we are led by His Spirit through obedience and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.  Our faith in God enforces what Christ has won which gives us spiritual authority over situations. Howbeit, authority flows from our intimacy with God. So, the more we walk in obedience, submission, and faith, the more clearly His authority is expressed through our lives, daily. 1 John 4:4 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. Isaiah 54:17 No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD

Surprisingly, we don’t strive to earn this authority rather it is a gift already given through Christ. When Jesus rose from the dead, He stripped the enemy of power and delegated His authority to those who believe in Him.  Mathew 28:18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. To walk with spiritual authority is to live daily with an awareness of who you are in Christ and whose name you carry that makes us to exercise such divine authority over darkness. I pray we shall no longer stand at the point of fear and uncertainty but walk in spiritual authority daily in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT:

Oh Lord, grant me access to this authority as I live and speak with confidence, knowing God backs His Word and His promises in every situation in Jesus name

ACTION QUOTE: Remember to walk in the authority Christ has given me as I stand firm to advance God’s purpose.

Text: Hebrews 11:1(KJV)

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 

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Friends, we must recognize that life often requires our moving forward without seeing the full picture of the future. It takes faith to bridge the gap between where you are and the unseen. Yes, God calls us to trust Him even when the path is unclear, the outcome can be uncertain, or the journey feels long, but we are expected to also trust Him. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 - In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.  Hence, faith is not believing in what we see rather it is believing in the God we cannot see who is originator. Therefore, trusting God for the unseen means releasing our control and resting in His promises that cannot fail. For instance, Abraham obeyed God’s call to go to a land he had never seen because there is an assurance of peace and joy as we trust God. Isaiah 55:8–9 - For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD

Interestingly, even when circumstances suggest doubt or fear, the unseen hand of God is at work behind the scene even to the details. Psalm 27:14 Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart.  So, our responsibility is to trust and obey God and His own responsibility is to deliver His promise at the appointment time. Stop arguing his schedule. But, we must remember that the unseen plan of God is always for good and not evil as His timing is always perfect no matter the delayed season. I pray God will help us to act in faith by meditating on God’s promises through His word in Jesus name.

PRAYER POINT: 

Father, help me to remind myself of God’s faithfulness that He has shown in the past even when the full path at the moment is not visible in Jesus name. 

ACTION QUOTE: Remember to silence fears as to focus on Him for the unseen not minding the storms.