Text: 1 Samuel 10:6 (KJV): 

And the Spirit of the LORD will come upon thee, and thou shalt prophesy with them, and shalt be turned into another man.

Friends, change comes when the Spirit of God takes over. From the scripture above, Saul was about to step into an assignment that was greater than his natural ability, so as the spirit of God came upon him, it turned him into a different man as he began to do exploits. Hence, God knew he would need more than human strength, wisdom, or confidence. Therefore, the promise that His Spirit would come upon him and transform him into another man was evident. This reminds us that God never sends us into an assignment without providing the strength we need to fulfil it. Ephesians 3:16 - That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.

Interestingly, there may be moments when you feel inadequate, weak, afraid, or unprepared. So, do not depend only on your own ability. Zechariah 4:6: “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. When God’s Spirit strengthens you, you can face what once intimidated you, accomplish what seemed impossible, and become the person God has called you to be. Your strength is not limited to what you can do by yourself. Then, when you yield to the Holy Spirit, God supplies strength beyond your natural capacity. And today, the same power that transformed Saul will do a quick work in our lives in Jesus name.

Prayer Point

Lord, fill me with Your Spirit and give me new strength to fulfil every assignment You have given me. Help me to depend on Your power rather than my own ability in Jesus name.

Action Quote: Remember, to ask, where do you need to stop relying on your own strength and begin depending more fully on God’s Spirit?

Text: Psalm 81:10 (KJV)

I am the LORD thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt: open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it.

Friends, sometimes we limit what we expect from God because of past disappointments, delays, or difficult experiences. We begin to settle for less because we are afraid to hope again. But God reminds us that He is the same God who delivered Israel from Egypt and provided for them in the wilderness, that He is at work, today.  Perhaps you are facing a situation that seems too difficult or praying for something that appears impossible. I encourage you, do not allow your present circumstances to make you doubt God's ability. Ephesians 3:20 reminds us that - Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.

Interesting, we must learn to trust God for more. It is not because everything will happen exactly as you desire, but because He is faithful, powerful, and knows what is best for you. Isaiah 54:2- Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes. The lesson is that we should form the habit of making room in faith for what God is able to bring into our lives. You can open your heart, pray with expectation, and leave the outcome in His hands for His grace is sufficient for all. As we pray, God is able to even exceed what you can imagine or think today in Jesus name.

Prayer Point:
Father, help me to trust You for more as you remove every fear and doubt that limits my expectations, and help me believe in Your unlimited power, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Action Quote:  Always remember, when your circumstances say “not possible,” let your faith say, “God is able.”

Text: Psalm 126:4 (KJV)
Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south.

Friends, sometimes we experience partial restoration and wonder when everything will finally come together. But the truth is that God does not give part rather His goodness is in overflow which affects every area of our lives. So, God is still in the business of restoring whatever we have lost no matter how long and how much you have lost. The scripture above reminds us of people who had experienced restoration but still cried out to God for more that God is able to restore like a flowing stream that will never run dry. They understood that God was able to complete what He had started.

God does not only care about restoring one area of your life while leaving everything else broken. He is concerned about the whole person. Psalm 138:8 says, “The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me.” What God begins, He is able to bring to completion.So, do not lose hope because everything has not yet changed. It is important you keep praying, keep trusting, and keep walking with Godin season and out of season. The process may take time, but your story is still in His hands. Trust Him for complete restoration at last in Jesus name.

Prayer Point:
Oh Lord, complete every good work You have begun in my life and bring restoration to every area that needs Your touch, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Action Quote: Remember, God's streams of restoration is not limited to what you can see; trust Him to complete the work in all areas of your life.

Text: Psalm 126:5 (KJV)
They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.

Friends, weeping can become a weight that may describe a season in the life of an individual. Yes, there can be an aftermath of your negative experiences.  But it does not have to define your entire life and story because it is only a temporary season. Yet, there are moments when sorrow seems endless, but God's Word reminds us that joy can follow the tears of that season if we walk in understanding of divine principles of times and seasons. Psalm 30:5 declares, “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”

Perhaps you have cried over a relationship, a lost opportunity, a difficult season, or a prayer that seems unanswered. But, God sees every weight on you and knows every burden you have carried. Psalm 56:8 reminds us that He keeps track of our tears. Your pain has not gone unnoticed. The night may have been long, but the goodnews is that your morning is coming. Hence, keep your heart anchored in God. He can replace weight and that mourning with joy, heaviness with praise, and sorrow with a new song as He turns captivities around. The weeping weight is not your permanent destination if only you allow a fresh encounter with God, today. He is able to carry you with the wings of joy in Jesus name.

Prayer Point:
Father, wipe away every tear of sorrow that has become a weight and bring me into a new season of peace, and gladness, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Action Quote: Remember, the weight can be reason for today’s tears but God's joy can write the next chapter.

The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped.

Psalm 27:1 (KJV)
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

Friends, life will sometimes bring moments when your strength is tested. Hence, it is important to answer in sincerity – Who is my strength? How strong are you? Is your strength from traditional deities like “Ezenwanyi”, “Sango”, “Ogun”, “Amadioha”, etc. But the psalmist said I trust in the Lord. So, let the Most-High God remain our ultimate strength no matter the challenge. Yes, those seasons can be overwhelming but you must learn to fix your mind on Him. We understand that human strength has limits, but God’s strength never fails. You may have responsibilities that seem too heavy, battles that seem too difficult, or challenges that make you wonder how you will continue. Yet, God promises to strengthen those who trust in Him. We need this inner assurance of the source of our strength to navigate through times of uncertainties. Isaiah 40:31 (KJV) says, “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles…” 

Therefore, do not depend only on your ability, connections, possessions, or experience and not even on your traditional deities but on the ALL KNOWING GOD. Zechariah 4:6 (KJV) reminds us, “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” God can give you strength to face what you cannot handle by yourself and other sources of strength. Philippians 4:13 (KJV) declares, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” So, when you are weak, run to God. When you are afraid, trust God. When you are weary, wait on God. Friends, your strength should be found in nothing else than in the living God who is our strength at all season in Jesus name.

Prayer Point:
Oh Lord, be my strength in every season and help me to trust You completely in difficult seasons, in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Action Quote: Remember, when your strength is not enough, God’s strength is always more than enough.

They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.

Friends, sometimes obedience requires us to keep sowing even when we are crying. This can be possible when we have a revelation about God’s covenant of sowing and reaping.  It is a principle that cannot be altered by human ideology. Although, you may be working hard without seeing immediate results, praying without seeing an answer, or doing what is right while facing difficult circumstances. Yet God promises that tears do not cancel the harvest. Just keep sowing. There is a due season.  2 Corinthians 9:6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.

Therefore, every prayer, sacrifice, act of obedience, good deed, and faithful effort planted in difficult seasons can become a seed for tomorrow's harvest. Galatians 6:9 reminds us “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” So, do not become weary in doing good because, in due season of reaping if only you do not give up. Your tears are not wasted when they are poured out before God in prayers and worship. Continue sowing. Continue praying. Continue believing. The season of tears and that lonely moments will not last forever, and God can turn your faithful seeds into a harvest of joy today in Jesus name.

Prayer Point:
Oh Lord, give me strength to keep sowing in difficult seasons and help me to reap the harvest of joy You have prepared for me, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Action Quote: Remember, tears may water your lonely moments today, but God can turn them into a harvest of joy.

Text: Psalm 126:3 (KJV)
The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.

Friends, God has the power to change the story of a person's life. The scriptures above reminds us to looks back at what God had done and declares that His people were filled with gladness. Their story had changed because God had intervened. Throughout Scripture, we see God changing stories. Joseph moved from the pit to the palace. Hannah moved from sorrow to rejoicing. Ruth moved from widowhood to becoming part of the lineage of David. Their circumstances did not have the final word but God did. Genesis 50:20 But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.

Unfortunately, your current chapter maybe difficult and negative, but do not conclude the story too early. God can turn rejection into acceptance, sorrow into joy, failure into wisdom, and waiting into testimony. Isaiah 43:19 says, “Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.  So, trust God with your story as we submit the burdens to Him. The chapter you are living today may not be the chapter you will remember tomorrow. Remember, God is still working, and He can change your story for His glory no matter your current season in Jesus name.

Prayer Point:
Oh Lord, take every difficult chapter of my life and turn it into a testimony of Your goodness, restoration, and faithfulness, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Action Quote: Remember, your current chapter is not the end of your story; God can still change the story.