• Good morning to everyone. Grace and Peace be with you.

    Before I start, I must issue a disclaimer. I strongly suggest that you do not consume ANY morning/evening beverages (depending on when you are reading this) while you read this. You have been duly warned and I cannot be held responsible for any mishaps from here on out.

    Every morning, we have a scheduled mini-bible study with some friends to start our day off right with God. Every morning, we are usually a few minutes late because I am trying to get everything done with my posts so that I do not forget anything. As long as I stay in my routine, I am good. Yesterday, I overslept a little (on purpose-I was tired), so there was no writing done. We were ready with coffee and bible in hand at a quarter til 7. A MIRACLE.

    When we got out of the truck, I asked if hubby had the keys; he did not, so I went in to get them off the hook. Not there. Checked the table; not there. Checked the office and last night’s clothes; not there. Now, before you think that I locked them inside, I did not; the truck was open. After several minutes of searching, we took the borrowed car to bible study. I let my son, who is visiting from across the pond, know and asked them to look for my keys. They seem to know where all my stuff is … I sure don’t. haha. Bible study was fantastic and when we got home, he informed me that they could not find them. The mega search and destroy was on. I moved laundry piles. I dug through my outgoing trash on the street. I crawled around under all the seats and stood on my head to look under the vehicle. Freezer, refrigerator, laundry in the basket and on the bed. Pulled all the covers down and pillows off. Shook towels and linen. Hands into sofa cushions and trash cans. These keys were lost. Or…very much secure … however you want to look at it.

    Finally, we called a lock smith to come out and make new keys. A very nice man, professional and polite. Joked with us and even let us know that when, not if, but when we find the other key … how to reprogram it so it will work in the truck also. I paid him, and we offered to spread the word about his business. I went inside to change to go to town, I had to go help my mother with a weed problem. I changed my clothes and went to put on my shoes. Left shoe no problem. RIGHT shoe … out falls the truck key. The one place that I did not look. And why would I look in my shoes that were inside the open closet door? Right? Naturally, I hobbled outside where everyone -but the locksmith- was with shoe in hand and tossed the key over the back of the truck into the drive. Laughter consumed my yard’s atmosphere.

    BRIGHT SIDE: I now have three keys for my truck instead of one.

    If you spewed coffee, tea, water, or any other beverage, I am not to blame. I warned you.

    A couple of things came from that little event. Seeds were planted with the locksmith in that there are still good people out there willing to help someone out. It really is a good idea to have more than one key for your vehicle and to always put them in the same place. Most importantly, however, when you lose your keys … always check your shoes that are in your closet. Just saying.

    The locksmith has been in our area, I guess, for a while, and someone else has been trying to snipe business at lower rates. Which is the case in any business. When we offered to help spread the word about his quality service, he was extremely thankful. You never know who you can impart His love on or in. I do not know if he was a believer or just someone who needed a smile of supporting love. What I do know is that my little story will bring smiles to more than just him, and the fact that it is true … well, that makes it even funnier. This world is full of ugly; will you help me bring brightness to the dark? Will you help me shine His Light?

    Be blessed.

    **So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. – 1 Corinthians 10:31
    Good morning to everyone. Grace and Peace be with you. Before I start, I must issue a disclaimer. I strongly suggest that you do not consume ANY morning/evening beverages (depending on when you are reading this) while you read this. You have been duly warned and I cannot be held responsible for any mishaps from here on out. Every morning, we have a scheduled mini-bible study with some friends to start our day off right with God. Every morning, we are usually a few minutes late because I am trying to get everything done with my posts so that I do not forget anything. As long as I stay in my routine, I am good. Yesterday, I overslept a little (on purpose-I was tired), so there was no writing done. We were ready with coffee and bible in hand at a quarter til 7. A MIRACLE. When we got out of the truck, I asked if hubby had the keys; he did not, so I went in to get them off the hook. Not there. Checked the table; not there. Checked the office and last night’s clothes; not there. Now, before you think that I locked them inside, I did not; the truck was open. After several minutes of searching, we took the borrowed car to bible study. I let my son, who is visiting from across the pond, know and asked them to look for my keys. They seem to know where all my stuff is … I sure don’t. haha. Bible study was fantastic and when we got home, he informed me that they could not find them. The mega search and destroy was on. I moved laundry piles. I dug through my outgoing trash on the street. I crawled around under all the seats and stood on my head to look under the vehicle. Freezer, refrigerator, laundry in the basket and on the bed. Pulled all the covers down and pillows off. Shook towels and linen. Hands into sofa cushions and trash cans. These keys were lost. Or…very much secure … however you want to look at it. Finally, we called a lock smith to come out and make new keys. A very nice man, professional and polite. Joked with us and even let us know that when, not if, but when we find the other key … how to reprogram it so it will work in the truck also. I paid him, and we offered to spread the word about his business. I went inside to change to go to town, I had to go help my mother with a weed problem. I changed my clothes and went to put on my shoes. Left shoe no problem. RIGHT shoe … out falls the truck key. The one place that I did not look. And why would I look in my shoes that were inside the open closet door? Right? Naturally, I hobbled outside where everyone -but the locksmith- was with shoe in hand and tossed the key over the back of the truck into the drive. Laughter consumed my yard’s atmosphere. BRIGHT SIDE: I now have three keys for my truck instead of one. If you spewed coffee, tea, water, or any other beverage, I am not to blame. I warned you. A couple of things came from that little event. Seeds were planted with the locksmith in that there are still good people out there willing to help someone out. It really is a good idea to have more than one key for your vehicle and to always put them in the same place. Most importantly, however, when you lose your keys … always check your shoes that are in your closet. Just saying. The locksmith has been in our area, I guess, for a while, and someone else has been trying to snipe business at lower rates. Which is the case in any business. When we offered to help spread the word about his quality service, he was extremely thankful. You never know who you can impart His love on or in. I do not know if he was a believer or just someone who needed a smile of supporting love. What I do know is that my little story will bring smiles to more than just him, and the fact that it is true … well, that makes it even funnier. This world is full of ugly; will you help me bring brightness to the dark? Will you help me shine His Light? Be blessed. **So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. – 1 Corinthians 10:31
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  • ‎HOW TO RECEIVE BOTH A BUSINESS IDEA,AND GUIDANCE ON FUNDING IT FROM GOD.
    FIRST:How to receive
    a Business idea from God:Do a 2-day fast(6am to 3pm).Pray that God will give you a Business idea that has the potential to prosper you.
    Give thanks before you pray each time. Try and Pray once,each hour between 6am and 3pm, on the two days.Ideally try and dio the fast on a Tuesday and Wednesday,or on a Friday and Saturday..Live uprighttly.Do not quarrel with anyone.Forgive anyone who wronged you, that you have not yet forgiven.Say 'Amen"at the end of each prayer.If you're not Born Again( a spiritual rebirth/experience that gives you the ability to live a righteous/upright life(you cannot serve God by your own human ability,you'll always fail-end up sinning.This rebirth is true Christianity,),get Born Again or your prayers may not be answered.If you do not know how to get Born Again,find out.You can contact me,and I will send you a free PDF copy of my testimony that contains how I got Born again and directions on what to do to be Born Again.Also if you're reading this and you'd like a free copy of the same salvation testimony,etc, to send to unsaved Family and Friends,others,pls get in touch.Contact detail below.
    After doing the fasting and prayers,after a short while,God will reveal to you the Business you should go into.There are born again Christians that I gave this God-given key to,and after doing the fasting and praying, God showed them the Business that they should get into.
    SECONDLY::How to get guidance from God on how to get the money you need for the Business.After GOD has shown you the Business to start,do another 2-day fast(6am to 3pm)again,deally,.On a Tuesday and Wednesday or on (but not restricted to) a Friday and Saturday.Pray for GOD to show you how you can get the money you need for the Business.Follow the same rules as the first fast.After the fast,God will reveal to you what you need to do to get the money you need
    .Do according to what God reveals to you and the money will be given to you.
    To get a short-read,Digital,,downloadable file, that contains the secret keys to success in Business that GOD gave me during a God-led personal retreat(it will be on pre-order within the next few days on my Selar.com store).
    Or if you'd like a tailor-made,specific -
    strategy or strategies( that I will ask and receive from God(at your request)for you, that will give you your desired, specific results in Business(including,if you so wish,and God approves it)your Business(present or future)going Global,by God's help)or you'd like guidance from God concerning your Personal finances, please click on
    https://selar.com/m/osaro-osagiede1
    Also,this is very,very important:ther-
    e are other really,valuable and usefu-
    l,short-read (typically 1/2-page) E-books that could be very useful to you(some,if not all,could be life-changing.My life and the lives of other People have been changed through principles from,at least some of them )They are:"The Key to All-round Success and super-abun-
    dant blessiings"(this particular one is live now( pre-order sale) click on: https://selar.com/513759x944
    "Discovering and fulfilling your
    and Fulfilling Your Destiny".,"How to get your prayers answered.";"Keys to promotion:Mo-
    ving to the next level financially",
    "How to receive a Godly Spouse fro-
    m Heaven(God)"
    ,"How to receive Divine healing easily","How to walk in Divine protection".""Keys to coming out of problems"."God-given keys to real,great success in Ministry"(You definitely would want your Pastor to know about this,(if you're a Christian.For one,you would stand to benefit greatly,as a result). "How to get Family members and Friends of yours saved","How to get a job through God's help".etc.They'll be on pre-order(,at really cheap prices(ranging from $5.00 to $10..00.For People in Nigeria(from 4000 Naira to 10,000 Naira.)For People in other Countries,you can contact Me for how you can place your order,and for price,(if you can''t on Selar.com( on pre-order sale,in a few days time).The one on success in Ministry will be on a pay-whatever- you-want-price.They all will be on pre-order(on Selar.com) within the next few days(The date this post was made is :29/8/26.My Selar store link is:https://selar.com/m/osaro-osagiede1 .For the People who will visit my Selar.com store,and Book for a 1-on-1
    Prophetic counseling/coaching/consultation(Business/Financial)
    or place an order for at least one pre-order digital product(as of right now(29/8/26,11:55am,Nigerian time:GMT+1),there is one live,and will send their receipt and email to
    osaroosagiede38@gmail.com I will send you a free copy of a short read, digital guide,titled,"How to get Angels to protect,help,and do things
    things for you"(It will take some working days to get to You).
    Please do send me testimonials of the results you receive as you make use of the keys in this article.
    If you'd like a personal Word from God,whether it be Counseling or Coaching or Guidance or other Prophetic word(concerning Business or Personal issues,etc( like the answer to the question:what is the solution
    to a particular problem you're facing?etc).The service is free,for Personal,non-financial issues.Just send Me a message,and wait for Me to respond.For emergencies,please call.Don't click on my store or service link.).For other issues:paid service or digital products pls click on my Selar.com Store link(https://selar.com/m/osaro-osagiede1 or send me an email or an SMS,or WhatsApp message, through the above contact details.I
    Multiplied Blessings to all.Amen.
    Yours sincerely,Osaro Samuel Osagiede,Edo State, Nigeria.
    ,
    #How to receive Divine Business ideas,etc
    #hot,very valuable digital products
    #Key to All-round success and suoer-abundant blessiings
    #Receiving Angelic protection and help
    #how you can solve your problems
    ‎HOW TO RECEIVE BOTH A BUSINESS IDEA,AND GUIDANCE ON FUNDING IT FROM GOD. FIRST:How to receive a Business idea from God:Do a 2-day fast(6am to 3pm).Pray that God will give you a Business idea that has the potential to prosper you. Give thanks before you pray each time. Try and Pray once,each hour between 6am and 3pm, on the two days.Ideally try and dio the fast on a Tuesday and Wednesday,or on a Friday and Saturday..Live uprighttly.Do not quarrel with anyone.Forgive anyone who wronged you, that you have not yet forgiven.Say 'Amen"at the end of each prayer.If you're not Born Again( a spiritual rebirth/experience that gives you the ability to live a righteous/upright life(you cannot serve God by your own human ability,you'll always fail-end up sinning.This rebirth is true Christianity,),get Born Again or your prayers may not be answered.If you do not know how to get Born Again,find out.You can contact me,and I will send you a free PDF copy of my testimony that contains how I got Born again and directions on what to do to be Born Again.Also if you're reading this and you'd like a free copy of the same salvation testimony,etc, to send to unsaved Family and Friends,others,pls get in touch.Contact detail below. After doing the fasting and prayers,after a short while,God will reveal to you the Business you should go into.There are born again Christians that I gave this God-given key to,and after doing the fasting and praying, God showed them the Business that they should get into. SECONDLY::How to get guidance from God on how to get the money you need for the Business.After GOD has shown you the Business to start,do another 2-day fast(6am to 3pm)again,deally,.On a Tuesday and Wednesday or on (but not restricted to) a Friday and Saturday.Pray for GOD to show you how you can get the money you need for the Business.Follow the same rules as the first fast.After the fast,God will reveal to you what you need to do to get the money you need .Do according to what God reveals to you and the money will be given to you. To get a short-read,Digital,,downloadable file, that contains the secret keys to success in Business that GOD gave me during a God-led personal retreat(it will be on pre-order within the next few days on my Selar.com store). Or if you'd like a tailor-made,specific - strategy or strategies( that I will ask and receive from God(at your request)for you, that will give you your desired, specific results in Business(including,if you so wish,and God approves it)your Business(present or future)going Global,by God's help)or you'd like guidance from God concerning your Personal finances, please click on https://selar.com/m/osaro-osagiede1 Also,this is very,very important:ther- e are other really,valuable and usefu- l,short-read (typically 1/2-page) E-books that could be very useful to you(some,if not all,could be life-changing.My life and the lives of other People have been changed through principles from,at least some of them )They are:"The Key to All-round Success and super-abun- dant blessiings"(this particular one is live now( pre-order sale) click on: https://selar.com/513759x944. "Discovering and fulfilling your and Fulfilling Your Destiny".,"How to get your prayers answered.";"Keys to promotion:Mo- ving to the next level financially", "How to receive a Godly Spouse fro- m Heaven(God)" ,"How to receive Divine healing easily","How to walk in Divine protection".""Keys to coming out of problems"."God-given keys to real,great success in Ministry"(You definitely would want your Pastor to know about this,(if you're a Christian.For one,you would stand to benefit greatly,as a result). "How to get Family members and Friends of yours saved","How to get a job through God's help".etc.They'll be on pre-order(,at really cheap prices(ranging from $5.00 to $10..00.For People in Nigeria(from 4000 Naira to 10,000 Naira.)For People in other Countries,you can contact Me for how you can place your order,and for price,(if you can''t on Selar.com( on pre-order sale,in a few days time).The one on success in Ministry will be on a pay-whatever- you-want-price.They all will be on pre-order(on Selar.com) within the next few days(The date this post was made is :29/8/26.My Selar store link is:https://selar.com/m/osaro-osagiede1 .For the People who will visit my Selar.com store,and Book for a 1-on-1 Prophetic counseling/coaching/consultation(Business/Financial) or place an order for at least one pre-order digital product(as of right now(29/8/26,11:55am,Nigerian time:GMT+1),there is one live,and will send their receipt and email to osaroosagiede38@gmail.com I will send you a free copy of a short read, digital guide,titled,"How to get Angels to protect,help,and do things things for you"(It will take some working days to get to You). Please do send me testimonials of the results you receive as you make use of the keys in this article. If you'd like a personal Word from God,whether it be Counseling or Coaching or Guidance or other Prophetic word(concerning Business or Personal issues,etc( like the answer to the question:what is the solution to a particular problem you're facing?etc).The service is free,for Personal,non-financial issues.Just send Me a message,and wait for Me to respond.For emergencies,please call.Don't click on my store or service link.).For other issues:paid service or digital products pls click on my Selar.com Store link(https://selar.com/m/osaro-osagiede1 or send me an email or an SMS,or WhatsApp message, through the above contact details.I Multiplied Blessings to all.Amen. Yours sincerely,Osaro Samuel Osagiede,Edo State, Nigeria. , #How to receive Divine Business ideas,etc #hot,very valuable digital products #Key to All-round success and suoer-abundant blessiings #Receiving Angelic protection and help #how you can solve your problems
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  • A life without Christ is full of crisis — but a life surrendered to Him is full of victory.

    In this powerful word for July, I share biblical keys to overcome sin, walk in victory, and let the Holy Spirit take full control of your life. If you've been struggling, this message will minister directly to your spirit.

    In this video:
    Why a life without Christ is a life in crisis
    Biblical keys to overcome sin and temptation
    How to let the Holy Spirit rule and influence your decisions
    The power of studying and meditating on God's Word daily

    If you've never given your life to Jesus, or you want to rededicate your life to Him, stay tuned — I'll be leading a simple prayer of faith in the next part of this series.

    Scriptures referenced: 2 Corinthians 5:21
    Psalm 107:20

    Part of my "Prophetic Prayers and Declarations for July" series. Watch Part 1 here:
    https://youtube.com/shorts/XlnhiXGT_SY?si=mBXL8zpnQemrzokl

    Subscribe for daily prophetic prayers, declarations, and life-transforming words.
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    A life without Christ is full of crisis — but a life surrendered to Him is full of victory. 🙏🔥 In this powerful word for July, I share biblical keys to overcome sin, walk in victory, and let the Holy Spirit take full control of your life. If you've been struggling, this message will minister directly to your spirit. In this video: ✅ Why a life without Christ is a life in crisis ✅ Biblical keys to overcome sin and temptation ✅ How to let the Holy Spirit rule and influence your decisions ✅ The power of studying and meditating on God's Word daily If you've never given your life to Jesus, or you want to rededicate your life to Him, stay tuned — I'll be leading a simple prayer of faith in the next part of this series. 📖 Scriptures referenced: 2 Corinthians 5:21 Psalm 107:20 👉 Part of my "Prophetic Prayers and Declarations for July" series. Watch Part 1 here: https://youtube.com/shorts/XlnhiXGT_SY?si=mBXL8zpnQemrzokl 🔔 Subscribe for daily prophetic prayers, declarations, and life-transforming words. 📌 Share this with someone who needs to hear it today. #GiveYourLifeToChrist #OvercomeSin #VictoriousLiving #HolySpirit #PropheticPrayer #JulyDeclarations #ChristianMotivation #BornAgain #WordOfGod #FaithOverFear #ChristianTikTok #GodsWord #DailyDevotion https://youtube.com/shorts/4f8I7r6yPVw?si=Bjx9pBtVJjmy6clV
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  • Jesus asked His disciples, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter answered for the 12:

    “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”

    Jesus said to Peter in reply,

    “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father.

    And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church,

    and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it.

    I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven.

    Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven;

    and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Cf Matthew 16: 13 - 20).
    Jesus asked His disciples, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter answered for the 12: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus said to Peter in reply, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father. And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” (Cf Matthew 16: 13 - 20).
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  • Good morning to everyone. Grace and Peace be with you.

    I told you about our trying out a new translation ap so that my friend and I can communicate without someone to translate for us. She is my husband’s age and then there is my catawampus brain. I told you about how we laughed so hard and loud that I got into trouble … haha. Let me give you another giggle from that wonderful ap.

    Yesterday while I was cooking dinner, my oldest little came and asked for help with her new baby doll that needed batteries. I told her to go see Opa because he had the screwdrivers. She did. Then she came back to ask for batteries. I looked all over my house and found batteries in every size but the one I needed. As I was trying to explain that we would go to the store after dinner, my German disappeared. So I asked, “Kanst du liesen?” which in my version of German is “Can you read?” She said yes. I was like Yes, I can use the app. I typed that we would go to the Dollar Store after dinner and turned the phone for her to read. I asked if she understood. She shook her head. I looked at the phone and the words looked wrong. (All languages have a vibe and this was not right.) The app had reset itself to Spanish. So, no, my German little could not read the Spanish translation. We giggled. I fixed it. She understood.

    Later, my daughter-in-law had a great conversation, in English, about how we each have the same fear. When we attempt the other’s language, we are afraid of saying the wrong word. This brought up some memories of when I tried to ask her in front of her house if s he remembered the keys … however, the word for keys is similar to shoes and castles. So I actually asked if she had her shoes, castles and then keys, trying to make my brain and mouth work together.

    There is a language barrier between us, but it is only a barrier if we allow the enemy to hold it between us. The barrier is only as strong as we allow it to be. Fear is a powerful tool and can keep you from trying new things. Such as … having a conversation with someone who speaks a different language. Last year, when they came, I purchased translating ear buds; they were slow on the translation and sometimes did not translate. This year we are trying the app and if I make sure it is set to German and English, I have even attempted to pronounce what it tells me. The attempt is there. The love is there. The barrier is coming down one word, one attempt, one text at a time. As we endeavor to be able to speak to each other, play goofy nugget games and faces with each other, breaking through the barrier one brick at a time … we take away the enemy’s fortress.

    The enemy would have us all cowering in our little corners, afraid and resistant to step out in faith. But … I was not made to live in fear. I was not made to cower. I was made to step out in the power of Jesus Christ and share his Peace and Love while planting seeds of hope.

    Today I encourage you to seek His face. Lay at His feet the barriers that you are facing, the fear that has you stationary, the battles that seem to be holding you back in your mind. I urge you step out in the faith and power of the Father and watch the fear barriers crumble. I am not completely confident in speaking German, but when it does start coming out … even if it is wrong…I tried. Trying is half the battle.

    Be blessed.

    **For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. – Hebrews 4:12
    Good morning to everyone. Grace and Peace be with you. I told you about our trying out a new translation ap so that my friend and I can communicate without someone to translate for us. She is my husband’s age and then there is my catawampus brain. I told you about how we laughed so hard and loud that I got into trouble … haha. Let me give you another giggle from that wonderful ap. Yesterday while I was cooking dinner, my oldest little came and asked for help with her new baby doll that needed batteries. I told her to go see Opa because he had the screwdrivers. She did. Then she came back to ask for batteries. I looked all over my house and found batteries in every size but the one I needed. As I was trying to explain that we would go to the store after dinner, my German disappeared. So I asked, “Kanst du liesen?” which in my version of German is “Can you read?” She said yes. I was like Yes, I can use the app. I typed that we would go to the Dollar Store after dinner and turned the phone for her to read. I asked if she understood. She shook her head. I looked at the phone and the words looked wrong. (All languages have a vibe and this was not right.) The app had reset itself to Spanish. So, no, my German little could not read the Spanish translation. We giggled. I fixed it. She understood. Later, my daughter-in-law had a great conversation, in English, about how we each have the same fear. When we attempt the other’s language, we are afraid of saying the wrong word. This brought up some memories of when I tried to ask her in front of her house if s he remembered the keys … however, the word for keys is similar to shoes and castles. So I actually asked if she had her shoes, castles and then keys, trying to make my brain and mouth work together. There is a language barrier between us, but it is only a barrier if we allow the enemy to hold it between us. The barrier is only as strong as we allow it to be. Fear is a powerful tool and can keep you from trying new things. Such as … having a conversation with someone who speaks a different language. Last year, when they came, I purchased translating ear buds; they were slow on the translation and sometimes did not translate. This year we are trying the app and if I make sure it is set to German and English, I have even attempted to pronounce what it tells me. The attempt is there. The love is there. The barrier is coming down one word, one attempt, one text at a time. As we endeavor to be able to speak to each other, play goofy nugget games and faces with each other, breaking through the barrier one brick at a time … we take away the enemy’s fortress. The enemy would have us all cowering in our little corners, afraid and resistant to step out in faith. But … I was not made to live in fear. I was not made to cower. I was made to step out in the power of Jesus Christ and share his Peace and Love while planting seeds of hope. Today I encourage you to seek His face. Lay at His feet the barriers that you are facing, the fear that has you stationary, the battles that seem to be holding you back in your mind. I urge you step out in the faith and power of the Father and watch the fear barriers crumble. I am not completely confident in speaking German, but when it does start coming out … even if it is wrong…I tried. Trying is half the battle. Be blessed. **For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. – Hebrews 4:12
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  • TODAY'S KINGDOM INSIGHTS:

    MONITORING OUR CHILDREN IN THIS PERIOD OF AI

    Main Text:

    Proverbs 22:6; Proverbs 4:23; 1 Corinthians 15:33; Ephesians 5:15–16
    Supporting Scriptures: Deuteronomy 6:6–7; Psalm 101:3; Philippians 4:8;

    Church, we are raising children in a generation where the greatest influence in a child's life may no longer be the person sitting beside them—it may be the device in their hand!

    A child can sit quietly in the living room while, through a smartphone, they are exposed to conversations, images, ideas, strangers, misinformation, pornography, violence, manipulation, and values that may be completely contrary to what their parents are teaching them.
    And now we have Artificial Intelligence—AI.
    AI can answer questions, write stories, create pictures, tutor students, translate languages, generate videos and help children learn. It can be an incredible tool.
    But every powerful tool must be accompanied by powerful wisdom.
    The question is not simply:
    «"Does my child use AI?"»
    The deeper question is:
    «"Who is shaping my child's mind, values, identity and worldview while they use AI?"»
    We cannot afford to be parents who know where our children sleep but do not know what is shaping their minds.
    1. OUR CHILDREN ARE GOD'S RESPONSIBILITY ENTRUSTED TO US
    Proverbs 22:
    «"Train up a child in the way he should go..."»
    Notice that Scripture does not say, "Buy the child a phone and let the internet train them."
    It says, "Train up a child."
    Parenting is not merely providing food, clothing, education and accommodation.
    Parenting is spiritual stewardship.
    God has entrusted children to parents and guardians for a season.
    That means we must ask:
    - What are they watching?
    - What are they listening to?
    - Who are they talking to?
    - What questions are they asking AI?
    - What answers are they receiving?
    - What ideas are they beginning to believe?
    - What kind of people are influencing them online?

    Short Story

    Imagine a parent who carefully locks the physical doors of the house every night.
    The windows are secured. The gate is locked. The children are safe inside.
    But the same parent gives a child an unrestricted smartphone and never checks what is entering through that digital door.
    The physical door is locked, but the digital door is wide open.
    Church, monitoring our children is not necessarily an expression of distrust.
    It is an expression of responsibility.
    2. MONITORING IS NOT THE SAME AS SPYING
    Some parents say:
    "I trust my child."
    That is good.
    But trust must grow alongside maturity.
    A five-year-old cannot be given the same level of independence as a seventeen-year-old.
    The Bible says:
    Proverbs 4:23
    «"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life."»
    If we are commanded to guard our hearts, we should also teach our children how to guard theirs.
    Monitoring should include:
    - knowing which apps they use;
    - understanding the AI tools they access;
    - discussing what they ask AI;
    - setting age-appropriate boundaries;
    - checking privacy settings;
    - teaching them not to share personal information;
    - teaching them that AI can be wrong;
    - teaching them to report disturbing content;
    - creating an environment where they can tell you what they encounter without fear.
    The goal is not merely control. The goal is protection, discipleship and preparation.
    3. AI CAN BE A TOOL, BUT IT MUST NEVER BECOME A PARENT
    This is one of the deepest dangers of this generation.
    A child may begin asking AI questions they are afraid to ask their parents.
    "Why am I different?"
    "Why don't people like me?"
    "What should I do about this relationship?"
    "Am I ugly?"
    "What should I believe?"
    "Why does God allow suffering?"
    "Should I tell my parents this?"
    AI may produce an answer instantly.
    But instant answers are not the same thing as godly wisdom.
    A machine can generate information.
    A parent provides relationship.
    AI can imitate conversation.
    It cannot replace covenantal love, godly correction, spiritual discernment and the presence of a parent.
    Our children need to know:
    «"Before you ask the internet everything, you can come and talk to me."»
    If our children are afraid to talk to us, they will find somebody—or something—to talk to.
    4. TEACH YOUR CHILDREN THAT AI IS NOT GOD
    This generation needs digital discernment.
    AI can sound confident and still be wrong.
    It can generate convincing information without possessing biblical wisdom.
    Therefore, our children must learn:
    AI is a tool, not an authority.
    The Bible says:
    1 Thessalonians 5:21
    «"Prove all things; hold fast that which is good."»
    And:
    Philippians 4:8
    «"Whatsoever things are true... honest... just... pure... lovely... of good report... think on these things."»
    Teach your children to ask:
    Is it true?
    Is it biblical?
    Is it wise?
    Is it appropriate?
    What fruit will this produce in my life?
    This is the difference between merely raising technology users and raising discerning Christians.
    5. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THERE IS A CRISIS
    Many parents only begin monitoring when something has already gone wrong.
    When grades collapse.
    When behavior changes.
    When secrecy increases.
    When the child becomes addicted to a device.
    When inappropriate content is discovered.
    When a relationship becomes dangerous.
    When the child begins withdrawing from family.
    Prevention is better than emergency intervention.
    Deuteronomy 6:6–7 teaches parents to speak God's Word to their children continually—in everyday life.
    That means discipleship should happen before the crisis.
    Talk about technology at the dinner table.
    Talk about online friendships.
    Talk about pornography.
    Talk about manipulation.
    Talk about AI.
    Talk about identity.
    Talk about truth.
    Talk about faith.
    Talk about temptation.
    If we make every difficult subject taboo, the internet will become their teacher.
    6. MONITOR THEIR SCREEN, BUT ALSO MONITOR THEIR HEART
    This is where many parents miss the deeper issue.
    You can monitor screen time and still miss what is happening inside the child.
    A child may spend only one hour online but be deeply influenced by what they consumed.
    Therefore, don't only ask:
    "How long were you online?"
    Also ask:
    "What did you learn today?"
    "What did you see that confused you?"
    "Did anything online make you afraid?"
    "Did anyone say something to you that made you uncomfortable?"
    "What do you think about what you saw?"
    "What would Jesus say about that?"
    These questions open the heart.
    7. PARENTS MUST BECOME DIGITALLY LITERATE
    Parents, we cannot say:
    "I don't understand technology."
    Our children are growing up in a technological environment.
    We don't need to know everything.
    But we must know enough to guide them.
    Learn the basics of:
    - AI chatbots;
    - social media platforms;
    - privacy settings;
    - parental controls;
    - deepfakes and manipulated media;
    - online scams;
    - inappropriate content;
    - AI-generated images and videos;
    - cyberbullying;
    - digital footprints.
    Don't surrender the digital world simply because it is unfamiliar.
    If our children are learning the technology, parents must learn enough to disciple them within it.
    8. THE GREATEST FILTER IS NOT A PARENTAL CONTROL APP—IT IS
    CHARACTER.
    Technology can be restricted.
    But eventually, children grow up.
    They will have their own devices.
    They will leave home.
    They will make their own decisions.
    So our ultimate goal cannot be:
    "My child behaves well because I am watching."
    Our goal must be:
    "My child chooses what is right even when nobody is watching."
    That is discipleship.
    Psalm 101:3 says:
    «"I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes..."»
    Teach your children that holiness is not merely about avoiding punishment.
    Holiness is choosing what honors God.

    DEEP INSIGHT:

    THE BATTLE IS FOR THE MIND

    Church, understand this:
    The battle of this generation is not merely over devices. It is over attention.
    Whoever controls a person's attention repeatedly has tremendous influence over that person's thinking.
    Repeated thoughts shape beliefs.
    Beliefs influence choices.
    Choices establish habits.
    Habits shape character.
    And character influences destiny.
    Therefore, when we monitor what our children consume, we are not being unnecessarily strict.
    We are participating in the protection of their minds.
    Romans 12:2 says:
    «"Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind."»
    AI is not automatically evil.
    Technology is not automatically evil.
    But anything powerful without discernment can become destructive.
    The Christian response is not fear.
    The Christian response is wisdom.

    A POWERFUL ILLUSTRATION

    Imagine giving a child a car.
    The car is not evil.
    It can take them to school.
    It can take them to church.
    It can take them to the hospital.
    It can help them serve others.
    But would a responsible parent hand a young child the keys and say:
    "Go anywhere you want. I trust you."
    No.
    Why?
    Because power requires maturity.
    The same principle applies to technology.
    Access should increase as maturity increases.
    Freedom should be accompanied by responsibility.

    REFLECTION

    Parents, guardians, and the Church, let us examine ourselves.
    Ask yourself:
    1. Do I know what my child does online?
    2. Do I know which AI tools my child uses?
    3. Have I taught my child how to distinguish truth from misinformation?
    4. Can my child talk to me about uncomfortable online experiences?
    5. Have I created reasonable digital boundaries in my home?
    6. Am I monitoring my child's heart, not just their device?
    7. Am I modelling responsible technology use myself?
    8. Am I teaching my child God's Word strongly enough that they can stand when I am not there?
    And perhaps the most important question:
    «If the world is discipling my child every day through technology, what am I doing every day to disciple my child through God's Word?»

    THE MESSAGE TO PARENTS

    Don't be afraid of AI.
    Understand it.
    Don't worship technology.
    Use it wisely.
    Don't abandon your children to the internet.
    Walk with them.
    Don't merely restrict them.
    Teach them.
    Don't only monitor their screens.
    Disciple their hearts.
    Don't wait for tomorrow.
    Start today.
    Because the goal is not to raise children who are technologically backward.
    The goal is to raise children who are technologically capable, spiritually grounded, morally discerning and deeply rooted in Christ.

    CLOSING CHARGE

    Proverbs 22:6 reminds us:
    «"Train up a child in the way he should go..."»
    Parents, the world is already training our children.
    Social media is training them.
    Entertainment is training them.
    Algorithms are training them.
    Friends are training them.
    And AI can influence them.
    But God has given parents the assignment of training them too.
    So let us rise to the responsibility.
    Let us monitor with wisdom.
    Let us communicate with love.
    Let us establish boundaries.
    Let us learn technology.
    Let us teach discernment.
    Let us pray.
    And above everything else—
    let us point our children to Jesus Christ.
    Because technology may shape their environment, but Christ must shape their identity.

    PRAYER POINTS

    1. Prayer for Wisdom
    Father, give us wisdom to raise our children in this rapidly changing technological generation. Help us know when to permit, when to restrict, when to correct and when to guide, in Jesus' name. Amen.
    2. Prayer for Protection
    Lord, protect our children from harmful content, dangerous relationships, manipulation, exploitation, pornography, cyberbullying and every destructive influence that may come through technology. Amen.
    3. Prayer for Discernment
    Father, give our children the spirit of discernment. Let them recognize deception and distinguish truth from error. Let them not believe everything they see, hear or receive from AI and the internet. Amen.
    4. Prayer for Strong Christian Identity
    Lord Jesus, establish our children in You. Let their identity not be determined by social media, artificial intelligence, peer pressure or worldly standards. Let them know that they are fearfully and wonderfully made by You. Amen.

    5. Prayer for Parents
    Father, strengthen parents and guardians. Give us patience, understanding, courage and wisdom. Help us not to be careless with the souls You have entrusted to us. Amen.
    6. Prayer for Communication
    Lord, make our homes places where children can speak openly without fear. Remove unhealthy secrecy and build trust between parents and children. Amen.
    7. Prayer for Digital Wisdom
    Father, teach our children to use technology for learning, creativity, service and the advancement of Your Kingdom rather than for destruction. Amen.
    8. Prayer Against Negative Influence
    Every influence seeking to pull our children away from Christ, lose your hold, in the name of Jesus. Every voice contrary to God's purpose for their lives, be silenced, in Jesus' name. Amen.
    9. Prayer for the Church
    Lord, help the Church understand this generation and respond with wisdom. Raise Christian parents, teachers, mentors and leaders who will guide young people according to Your Word. Amen.
    10. Prayer of Dedication
    Father, we dedicate our children afresh to You. May they grow in wisdom, stature, favor and the knowledge of Jesus Christ. May technology serve them rather than enslave them. May their minds be guarded, their hearts be pure, their purpose be preserved and their lives bring glory to Your name. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.

    FINAL DECLARATION

    I declare over every child:
    You will not be a victim of this generation.
    You will not be controlled by technology.
    You will not be deceived by falsehood.
    You will not lose your identity.
    You will not be destroyed by the influences of this age.
    Your mind belongs to Christ.
    Your purpose belongs to God.
    Your future is in His hands.
    You will grow in wisdom.
    You will walk in truth.
    You will discern good from evil.
    You will use technology wisely.
    And in this generation of AI, you will still know, love and serve Jesus Christ!

    In Jesus' mighty name. Amen!

    "As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD." — Joshua 24:15

    If you have not given your life to Jesus kindly do so by joining a Bible believing Church.
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    TODAY'S KINGDOM INSIGHTS: MONITORING OUR CHILDREN IN THIS PERIOD OF AI Main Text: Proverbs 22:6; Proverbs 4:23; 1 Corinthians 15:33; Ephesians 5:15–16 Supporting Scriptures: Deuteronomy 6:6–7; Psalm 101:3; Philippians 4:8; Church, we are raising children in a generation where the greatest influence in a child's life may no longer be the person sitting beside them—it may be the device in their hand! A child can sit quietly in the living room while, through a smartphone, they are exposed to conversations, images, ideas, strangers, misinformation, pornography, violence, manipulation, and values that may be completely contrary to what their parents are teaching them. And now we have Artificial Intelligence—AI. AI can answer questions, write stories, create pictures, tutor students, translate languages, generate videos and help children learn. It can be an incredible tool. But every powerful tool must be accompanied by powerful wisdom. The question is not simply: «"Does my child use AI?"» The deeper question is: «"Who is shaping my child's mind, values, identity and worldview while they use AI?"» We cannot afford to be parents who know where our children sleep but do not know what is shaping their minds. 1. OUR CHILDREN ARE GOD'S RESPONSIBILITY ENTRUSTED TO US Proverbs 22: «"Train up a child in the way he should go..."» Notice that Scripture does not say, "Buy the child a phone and let the internet train them." It says, "Train up a child." Parenting is not merely providing food, clothing, education and accommodation. Parenting is spiritual stewardship. God has entrusted children to parents and guardians for a season. That means we must ask: - What are they watching? - What are they listening to? - Who are they talking to? - What questions are they asking AI? - What answers are they receiving? - What ideas are they beginning to believe? - What kind of people are influencing them online? Short Story Imagine a parent who carefully locks the physical doors of the house every night. The windows are secured. The gate is locked. The children are safe inside. But the same parent gives a child an unrestricted smartphone and never checks what is entering through that digital door. The physical door is locked, but the digital door is wide open. Church, monitoring our children is not necessarily an expression of distrust. It is an expression of responsibility. 2. MONITORING IS NOT THE SAME AS SPYING Some parents say: "I trust my child." That is good. But trust must grow alongside maturity. A five-year-old cannot be given the same level of independence as a seventeen-year-old. The Bible says: Proverbs 4:23 «"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life."» If we are commanded to guard our hearts, we should also teach our children how to guard theirs. Monitoring should include: - knowing which apps they use; - understanding the AI tools they access; - discussing what they ask AI; - setting age-appropriate boundaries; - checking privacy settings; - teaching them not to share personal information; - teaching them that AI can be wrong; - teaching them to report disturbing content; - creating an environment where they can tell you what they encounter without fear. The goal is not merely control. The goal is protection, discipleship and preparation. 3. AI CAN BE A TOOL, BUT IT MUST NEVER BECOME A PARENT This is one of the deepest dangers of this generation. A child may begin asking AI questions they are afraid to ask their parents. "Why am I different?" "Why don't people like me?" "What should I do about this relationship?" "Am I ugly?" "What should I believe?" "Why does God allow suffering?" "Should I tell my parents this?" AI may produce an answer instantly. But instant answers are not the same thing as godly wisdom. A machine can generate information. A parent provides relationship. AI can imitate conversation. It cannot replace covenantal love, godly correction, spiritual discernment and the presence of a parent. Our children need to know: «"Before you ask the internet everything, you can come and talk to me."» If our children are afraid to talk to us, they will find somebody—or something—to talk to. 4. TEACH YOUR CHILDREN THAT AI IS NOT GOD This generation needs digital discernment. AI can sound confident and still be wrong. It can generate convincing information without possessing biblical wisdom. Therefore, our children must learn: AI is a tool, not an authority. The Bible says: 1 Thessalonians 5:21 «"Prove all things; hold fast that which is good."» And: Philippians 4:8 «"Whatsoever things are true... honest... just... pure... lovely... of good report... think on these things."» Teach your children to ask: Is it true? Is it biblical? Is it wise? Is it appropriate? What fruit will this produce in my life? This is the difference between merely raising technology users and raising discerning Christians. 5. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THERE IS A CRISIS Many parents only begin monitoring when something has already gone wrong. When grades collapse. When behavior changes. When secrecy increases. When the child becomes addicted to a device. When inappropriate content is discovered. When a relationship becomes dangerous. When the child begins withdrawing from family. Prevention is better than emergency intervention. Deuteronomy 6:6–7 teaches parents to speak God's Word to their children continually—in everyday life. That means discipleship should happen before the crisis. Talk about technology at the dinner table. Talk about online friendships. Talk about pornography. Talk about manipulation. Talk about AI. Talk about identity. Talk about truth. Talk about faith. Talk about temptation. If we make every difficult subject taboo, the internet will become their teacher. 6. MONITOR THEIR SCREEN, BUT ALSO MONITOR THEIR HEART This is where many parents miss the deeper issue. You can monitor screen time and still miss what is happening inside the child. A child may spend only one hour online but be deeply influenced by what they consumed. Therefore, don't only ask: "How long were you online?" Also ask: "What did you learn today?" "What did you see that confused you?" "Did anything online make you afraid?" "Did anyone say something to you that made you uncomfortable?" "What do you think about what you saw?" "What would Jesus say about that?" These questions open the heart. 7. PARENTS MUST BECOME DIGITALLY LITERATE Parents, we cannot say: "I don't understand technology." Our children are growing up in a technological environment. We don't need to know everything. But we must know enough to guide them. Learn the basics of: - AI chatbots; - social media platforms; - privacy settings; - parental controls; - deepfakes and manipulated media; - online scams; - inappropriate content; - AI-generated images and videos; - cyberbullying; - digital footprints. Don't surrender the digital world simply because it is unfamiliar. If our children are learning the technology, parents must learn enough to disciple them within it. 8. THE GREATEST FILTER IS NOT A PARENTAL CONTROL APP—IT IS CHARACTER. Technology can be restricted. But eventually, children grow up. They will have their own devices. They will leave home. They will make their own decisions. So our ultimate goal cannot be: "My child behaves well because I am watching." Our goal must be: "My child chooses what is right even when nobody is watching." That is discipleship. Psalm 101:3 says: «"I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes..."» Teach your children that holiness is not merely about avoiding punishment. Holiness is choosing what honors God. DEEP INSIGHT: THE BATTLE IS FOR THE MIND Church, understand this: The battle of this generation is not merely over devices. It is over attention. Whoever controls a person's attention repeatedly has tremendous influence over that person's thinking. Repeated thoughts shape beliefs. Beliefs influence choices. Choices establish habits. Habits shape character. And character influences destiny. Therefore, when we monitor what our children consume, we are not being unnecessarily strict. We are participating in the protection of their minds. Romans 12:2 says: «"Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind."» AI is not automatically evil. Technology is not automatically evil. But anything powerful without discernment can become destructive. The Christian response is not fear. The Christian response is wisdom. A POWERFUL ILLUSTRATION Imagine giving a child a car. The car is not evil. It can take them to school. It can take them to church. It can take them to the hospital. It can help them serve others. But would a responsible parent hand a young child the keys and say: "Go anywhere you want. I trust you." No. Why? Because power requires maturity. The same principle applies to technology. Access should increase as maturity increases. Freedom should be accompanied by responsibility. REFLECTION Parents, guardians, and the Church, let us examine ourselves. Ask yourself: 1. Do I know what my child does online? 2. Do I know which AI tools my child uses? 3. Have I taught my child how to distinguish truth from misinformation? 4. Can my child talk to me about uncomfortable online experiences? 5. Have I created reasonable digital boundaries in my home? 6. Am I monitoring my child's heart, not just their device? 7. Am I modelling responsible technology use myself? 8. Am I teaching my child God's Word strongly enough that they can stand when I am not there? And perhaps the most important question: «If the world is discipling my child every day through technology, what am I doing every day to disciple my child through God's Word?» THE MESSAGE TO PARENTS Don't be afraid of AI. Understand it. Don't worship technology. Use it wisely. Don't abandon your children to the internet. Walk with them. Don't merely restrict them. Teach them. Don't only monitor their screens. Disciple their hearts. Don't wait for tomorrow. Start today. Because the goal is not to raise children who are technologically backward. The goal is to raise children who are technologically capable, spiritually grounded, morally discerning and deeply rooted in Christ. CLOSING CHARGE Proverbs 22:6 reminds us: «"Train up a child in the way he should go..."» Parents, the world is already training our children. Social media is training them. Entertainment is training them. Algorithms are training them. Friends are training them. And AI can influence them. But God has given parents the assignment of training them too. So let us rise to the responsibility. Let us monitor with wisdom. Let us communicate with love. Let us establish boundaries. Let us learn technology. Let us teach discernment. Let us pray. And above everything else— let us point our children to Jesus Christ. Because technology may shape their environment, but Christ must shape their identity. PRAYER POINTS 1. Prayer for Wisdom Father, give us wisdom to raise our children in this rapidly changing technological generation. Help us know when to permit, when to restrict, when to correct and when to guide, in Jesus' name. Amen. 2. Prayer for Protection Lord, protect our children from harmful content, dangerous relationships, manipulation, exploitation, pornography, cyberbullying and every destructive influence that may come through technology. Amen. 3. Prayer for Discernment Father, give our children the spirit of discernment. Let them recognize deception and distinguish truth from error. Let them not believe everything they see, hear or receive from AI and the internet. Amen. 4. Prayer for Strong Christian Identity Lord Jesus, establish our children in You. Let their identity not be determined by social media, artificial intelligence, peer pressure or worldly standards. Let them know that they are fearfully and wonderfully made by You. Amen. 5. Prayer for Parents Father, strengthen parents and guardians. Give us patience, understanding, courage and wisdom. Help us not to be careless with the souls You have entrusted to us. Amen. 6. Prayer for Communication Lord, make our homes places where children can speak openly without fear. Remove unhealthy secrecy and build trust between parents and children. Amen. 7. Prayer for Digital Wisdom Father, teach our children to use technology for learning, creativity, service and the advancement of Your Kingdom rather than for destruction. Amen. 8. Prayer Against Negative Influence Every influence seeking to pull our children away from Christ, lose your hold, in the name of Jesus. Every voice contrary to God's purpose for their lives, be silenced, in Jesus' name. Amen. 9. Prayer for the Church Lord, help the Church understand this generation and respond with wisdom. Raise Christian parents, teachers, mentors and leaders who will guide young people according to Your Word. Amen. 10. Prayer of Dedication Father, we dedicate our children afresh to You. May they grow in wisdom, stature, favor and the knowledge of Jesus Christ. May technology serve them rather than enslave them. May their minds be guarded, their hearts be pure, their purpose be preserved and their lives bring glory to Your name. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen. FINAL DECLARATION I declare over every child: You will not be a victim of this generation. You will not be controlled by technology. You will not be deceived by falsehood. You will not lose your identity. You will not be destroyed by the influences of this age. Your mind belongs to Christ. Your purpose belongs to God. Your future is in His hands. You will grow in wisdom. You will walk in truth. You will discern good from evil. You will use technology wisely. And in this generation of AI, you will still know, love and serve Jesus Christ! In Jesus' mighty name. Amen! "As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD." — Joshua 24:15 If you have not given your life to Jesus kindly do so by joining a Bible believing Church. You can get inspirational ebooks from my sela shops below https://selar.com/m/umoh-edem1 https://selar.com/m/umoedem https://www.amazon.com/author/umohedembooks
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  • Brenda Walsh Ministries
    Earnest, Heartfelt Prayer.

    There are many different types of prayer, and many different ways to pray. Many think pray can only be heard if you are on your knees, but God hears your prayers whether or not you are kneeling, standing, sitting, driving in a car, or taking a shower. He hears prayers spoken aloud, whispered, or completely silent. Some pray out of sheer frustration when having difficulty completing a task, others when hoping for something good to happen, while still others pray with passion in sincere desperation of needing a Savior. God loves for you to talk to Him, and He is interested in every aspect of your life. He hears the trivial prayers such as losing your keys, and He hears your desperate cries for help! But He especially loves to hear earnest, heartfelt prayers that come from a deep desire to grow ever closer to Him. It’s important to be faithful in your prayer life, but it ceases to be “prayer” if is done by habit alone. Don’t make the mistake of thinking prayer is best saved only for bedtime. All too often, at the end of a busy day, tired and exhausted, prayers can end up being mere babble, repetitive and meaningless. Without even realizing it, your mind has drifted to all the things you need to accomplish the next day. It’s good to pray at bedtime, but also pray throughout your day, and find that special time in your schedule - each day - that you give to God... to really talk to Him, sharing your innermost thoughts, dreams, and desires - and don’t forget to praise Him! Text: Psalm 42:2, Psalm 141:2, Genesis 32:26, Matthew 5:6
    Brenda Walsh Ministries Earnest, Heartfelt Prayer. There are many different types of prayer, and many different ways to pray. Many think pray can only be heard if you are on your knees, but God hears your prayers whether or not you are kneeling, standing, sitting, driving in a car, or taking a shower. He hears prayers spoken aloud, whispered, or completely silent. Some pray out of sheer frustration when having difficulty completing a task, others when hoping for something good to happen, while still others pray with passion in sincere desperation of needing a Savior. God loves for you to talk to Him, and He is interested in every aspect of your life. He hears the trivial prayers such as losing your keys, and He hears your desperate cries for help! But He especially loves to hear earnest, heartfelt prayers that come from a deep desire to grow ever closer to Him. It’s important to be faithful in your prayer life, but it ceases to be “prayer” if is done by habit alone. Don’t make the mistake of thinking prayer is best saved only for bedtime. All too often, at the end of a busy day, tired and exhausted, prayers can end up being mere babble, repetitive and meaningless. Without even realizing it, your mind has drifted to all the things you need to accomplish the next day. It’s good to pray at bedtime, but also pray throughout your day, and find that special time in your schedule - each day - that you give to God... to really talk to Him, sharing your innermost thoughts, dreams, and desires - and don’t forget to praise Him! Text: Psalm 42:2, Psalm 141:2, Genesis 32:26, Matthew 5:6
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  • 1 John 3:9
    Does a true Christian stop sinning? As it says in the book of John, "Whosoever is born of God does not commit sin, for his seed remains in him, and he cannot sin, because he is born of God." This question is often misunderstood, because we define sin only by behavior. But scripture defines sin much deeper than actions. Sin is rooted in identity. John does not say a believer never struggles. He says a believer is born of God. That changes everything.

    When you are saved by grace, you are not just forgiven, you are reborn. God did not clean up your old nature, he replaced it. The word John uses for seed points to life source. The seed in you is not discipline, it is not self-control. The seed is God's life. That means sin no longer defines who you are. You can still fall, you can still be tempted, you can still struggle, but you can no longer belong to sin. Before Christ, Sin was your master. After Christ, sin becomes an intruder. This is why John can say he cannot sin. Not because temptation disappears, but because sin no longer owns your identity. A believer may commit acts of sin, but they cannot live in sin as home. Why? Because the nature has changed. A dog returns to its vomit because it is its nature. A sheep may fall in mud, but it does not belong there. That is the difference.

    This is also where the real struggle shows up. You are not a sinner trying to become righteous. You are righteous struggling with the idea that you are still a sinner. That tension is proof of new birth. If you were still dead in sin, there would be no conflict. Sin would feel normal. The grief over sin is not condemnation. It is evidence of God's seed in you. The gospel does not say you will never be tempted again. It says temptation no longer defines you. Sin may still knock, but it no longer has the keys. Holiness does not come from trying harder. It comes from trusting who you already are in Christ. You may still struggle, but you no longer belong to sin. The struggle itself is proof that God's life now lives in you. You belong to Jesus Christ.
    1 John 3:9 Does a true Christian stop sinning? As it says in the book of John, "Whosoever is born of God does not commit sin, for his seed remains in him, and he cannot sin, because he is born of God." This question is often misunderstood, because we define sin only by behavior. But scripture defines sin much deeper than actions. Sin is rooted in identity. John does not say a believer never struggles. He says a believer is born of God. That changes everything. When you are saved by grace, you are not just forgiven, you are reborn. God did not clean up your old nature, he replaced it. The word John uses for seed points to life source. The seed in you is not discipline, it is not self-control. The seed is God's life. That means sin no longer defines who you are. You can still fall, you can still be tempted, you can still struggle, but you can no longer belong to sin. Before Christ, Sin was your master. After Christ, sin becomes an intruder. This is why John can say he cannot sin. Not because temptation disappears, but because sin no longer owns your identity. A believer may commit acts of sin, but they cannot live in sin as home. Why? Because the nature has changed. A dog returns to its vomit because it is its nature. A sheep may fall in mud, but it does not belong there. That is the difference. This is also where the real struggle shows up. You are not a sinner trying to become righteous. You are righteous struggling with the idea that you are still a sinner. That tension is proof of new birth. If you were still dead in sin, there would be no conflict. Sin would feel normal. The grief over sin is not condemnation. It is evidence of God's seed in you. The gospel does not say you will never be tempted again. It says temptation no longer defines you. Sin may still knock, but it no longer has the keys. Holiness does not come from trying harder. It comes from trusting who you already are in Christ. You may still struggle, but you no longer belong to sin. The struggle itself is proof that God's life now lives in you. You belong to Jesus Christ.
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  • Good morning, brethren.
    1. Morning devotion for today.

    MD.i. MORNING TEA
    THE WORD FOR TODAY
    MONDAY AUGUST 10, 2O26.
    "WORKING IN THE KINGDOM (1)"

    ‘…whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant. Mark10:43 NIV

    DISNEYLAND IS referred to as ‘the Magic Kingdom.’ For those who work there, one value is emphasised above all others. It’s what puts the ‘magic’ into that kingdom. What is it? Servanthood! Employees are told that when you walk through those gates, you serve. You treat every encounter with people as if they were your personal guest. If they need directions, you escort them. If they ask a question you’ve heard a hundred times, you answer it as if you’d never heard it before. There’s a ride called the Jungle Cruise, and the most common question asked about it is, ‘How long is this ride?’ So the staff is given a prepared, standard answer: ‘The Jungle Cruise is an exciting adventure ride that lasts ten minutes.’ But one employee had been asked it once too often, so when a couple asked, ‘How long is the Jungle Cruise?’ he said, ‘Three days.’ The couple got out of the line, left the park, went back to Disney Hotel where they were on their honeymoon, packed up their suitcases, checked out, and came back to the line at the Jungle Cruise. The next day the Disneyland employee was gone, and someone else was standing at the line saying, ‘The Jungle Cruise is an exciting adventure ride that lasts ten minutes.’ When you represent God’s kingdom you’re supposed to go out of your way to facilitate people, love them and meet their needs. Why? Because Jesus, Who is the king in this kingdom, said, ‘…the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…’ (Matthew 20:28 NIV).

    Bible In A Year: Judg 4-6, Matt 16:1-12, Ps 119:57-64, Pro 17:22. Courtesy: Grace So Amazing Foundation

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    MD.ii. [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DAILY ANNA - (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR ADULTS)

    MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, 2026```


    *A PIVOTAL MOMENT* 🫵🏽🏽‍🏽‍🏽🏽‍🏽

    ```TEXT:ACTS 10:1-8```

    ```KEY VERSE:``` _*"And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God" (ACTS 10:4).*_

    *Jack Wugman was walking down the beach one day. He saw an unusual glass bottle. He bent over and picked up the bottle. His life would be forever changed. There was a note inside, from a man named Singer, who invented and perfected the sewing machine. Singer penned a note, WHOEVER FINDS THIS BOTTLE SHALL INHERIT MY WHOLE ESTATE. The judge validated the note, and Jack inherited millions of dollars from a man he had never met. What if Jack never picked up the bottle? It definitely was a pivotal moment in Wugman's life.*

    *Not everyone reading this today has a bottle floating out there with a million-dollar inheritance, no. But there are pivotal moments God has set for each of our lives. A life-changing moment that is not orchestrated by man, nor induced by any goodness or nobility any of us may have in our history. Cornelius was said to be a devout man who gave alms to support people. He was not an Israelite, but a Roman soldier, a gentile, outside of the commonwealth of Israel. Being a centurion means he was a leader over 100 men. An angel was sent to him by God to acknowledge his devoutness and alms giving. Knowing that that wasn't enough, he was directed to invite Apostle Peter to expound to him the gospel requirements for salvation more perfectly.*

    *The text highlights the significance of understanding Cornelius's character as the key to his esteemed relationship with God, which transcended his position as a centurion. Despite his military rank and prestige, Cornelius's true legacy lay in his love for the Lord and his generosity. His devout lifestyle inspired others, yet it was emphasised that neither good deeds nor religious piety can secure salvation; faith in the Gospel is essential. The angel's visit to Cornelius was not intended to preach the Gospel, as it is divinely decreed that those who have experienced salvation share the Gospel message, underscoring that salvation is a matter of grace through faith, not works.*

    *The main lesson here is the need to impact the world with our resources. We are remembered for what we do for others. God has left a far more valuable treasure for us than whatever was promised by Mr. Singer in our introduction. God wants to use us to tell other people about this treasure. We need to urgently preach Christ to our neighbours. He is the only way to eternal life.*

    ✍🏽```THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:``` _*He who shuns the offer of salvation makes vain the sacrifice of Christ.*_

    ```THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:``` *JOB 5-8*


    A Pivotal Moment
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    [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY```

    _*HIGHER EVERYDY: (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR YOUTHS)*_

    ✍🏽🏻‍ 🏽🛰

    ```MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, 2026```

    *ATTITUDE OF APPRECIATION* 🫵🏽🏽‍🏽‍🏽🏽‍🏽

    ```TEXT:LUKE 17:11-19```

    ``` MEMORY VERSE:``` _*"And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan" (LUKE 17:15-16).*_

    *Just like the nine lepers who were cleansed and healed but never returned to show appreciation to Jesus who healed them, so do many find it highly unnecessary to testify of the goodness of God after receiving miracles from Him today. Appreciation is pivotal in our interpersonal relationship with fellow men, needless to talk about our relationship with God.*

    *Those who lack this virtue may not go far in their endeavours because appreciation attracts more blessings as we can find from our text that Jesus was pleased with the only person who came back to show gratitude when he was cleansed of his leprosy.*

    *John F. Kennedy said, "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." This means our gratitude to God for the good things He has done for us must not be a mere lip service but from the bottom of our hearts.*

    *Attitude of appreciation solidifies the miracles or breakthroughs we receive from the Lord. Endeavour to thank God at all times for His mercy.*

    ```QUOTE:``` _*Thank God at all times for mercy.*_

    ```CHALLENGE:``` _*Show appreciation for God is faithful.*_

    🏽🏽 ```PRAYER:``` _*Lord, help me to have an attitude of appreciation.*_



    Attitude Of Appreciation
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    [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY```

    _*(SINCERE MILK: Children Daily Devotional Guide 2⃣0⃣2⃣)*_

    🏼🏼🏼🏼🏼‍

    ```MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, 2026```

    *GOD IS REAL* 🫵🏽🏽‍🏽‍🏽🏽‍🏽🏽

    ```PSALM 14:1-7```



    ```Key Verse:``` _*"The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good" (Psalm 14:1).*_



    A man who was a Christian went to a barber's shop to have his hair cut. While the barber was cutting the hair, the Christian used the opportunity to share the good news about Jesus with the barber.

    The barber refused to listen through. Instead, he interrupted and told the Christian that there is no God. To him, if God exists, why are people in pain, sickness and poverty. The Christian, who was not ready to engage in any argument, quietly left the barber's shop after the haircut.

    As he was going, he saw a man with an unkept and untidy hair. He therefore turned back to the barber's shop and said to him, *"You know what? Barbers do not exist." "How can you say that"* protested the barber. *"I am here and I am a barber; what happens is that people do not come."*

    *"Exactly,"* said the Christian. *"God does exist, but man do not go to Him and do not look up to Him for the solution to their problems. They rather engage in murmuring, complaining and words of unbelief."*

    *God is real, and He is everywhere. You only need to exercise faith in Him in order to enjoy all the blessings He has prepared for you.*



    ```rayer:``` _*Lord, help me to always look up unto you and never doubt.*_ 🏽

    ``` Further Reading:``` *Psalm 10:4*



    God Is Real
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    [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: *MEDITATIONS ON DAILY ⓂANNA*

    MONDAY, 10TH AUGUST, 2026.

    *THE UNSTOPPABLE GOSPEL*

    *TEXT:* ACTS 10:1-8.

    1There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band,
    2 A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway.
    3 He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius.
    4 And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God.
    5 And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter:
    6 He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do.
    7 And when the angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed, he called two of his household servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually;
    8 And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa

    *Timeless Truth:*_"But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God"_ (Acts 5:39).

    *INTRODUCTION*

    There is no way of worshipping God that has faced so much oppositions from both powers and peoples as the gospel of Jesus Christ. If human powers and wisdom could destroy Christianity and the Bible, they would have been destroyed not long after it was birthed at pentecost. The Jewish leaders did all they could to stop the Gospel, but it was birthed by pentecostal power and became dominant among the Jews. The external powers could not stop the spread. Apostle Peter, by the Holy Spirit, opened the door for the evangelization of the Jews at Pentecost in fulfilment of Matthew 16:19 despite the stiff oppositions by the Jews. *"And I will give unto you the keys of the kingdom..."* Though Jesus Christ commanded that the Gospel should be preached *"to the uppermost part of the world"*, the mindset of the Apostles was to preach the gospel to the Jews exclusively in *"the uppermost part of the world"*. Jesus had to break this mindset by using Apostle Peter to bring the gospel of salvation to the non-Jews or Gentiles, thus, breaking the internal barrier to the salvation of the Gentiles. This monumental breakthrough in the preaching of the Gospel is the subject of the text.
    When God determines to save a soul, no barrier of race, culture, distance, status or tradition can ultimately stop Him. The Gospel advances because God Himself is committed to its fulfilment.

    *1. Ardent and Faithful to God*

    a. Cornelius was not the first Gentile convert of the Gospel. Phillip, seven years before then, had preached the gospel that led to the conversion of the Eunuch of Ethiopia (Acts 8). That was made possible through the ministry of an angel. Were it left to Phillip to decide and preach to the Gentile Eunuch, he might have refused. Cornelius and his family were the first Gentile family or household to receive the Gospel and and got converted. Under the Law, we could claim that he was saved and righteous, though a Gentile. *“A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house.”* His deep devotion was backed up by works. *"Who gave much alms to the people and prayed always"*. Under salvation by works, he was a candidate for heaven. However, under the gospel of salvation by grace, he was not qualified for heaven. He needed to know Jesus Christ, the only way to God, and believe the Gospel. *"Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). If Cornelius had rejected the gospel, but relied only on his righteousness, he would have been damned. *"He that believeth not shall be dammed"*.
    b. The case of Cornelius reinforces the fact that good works and personal righteousness are not enough for salvation. In fact, faithful devotion to God in prayers, fasting and good works are too impotent to bring real salvation to the heart of man. There must be faith in the atoning work of Christ on the Cross and acceptance of Jesus as Lord and Saviour. Outside Christ, *"all our righteousness is as filthy rags"* (Isaiah 64:6).

    *Question*

    Do you rely on your good works and self righteousness for salvation?

    *2. Angelic Facilitators of the Gospel*

    a. When Phillip, the evangelist, first got a gentile converted, it took the ministry of an angel. The same to Apostle Peter and the conversion of the Cornelius and his family. The conversion of Cornelius was more celebrated and noticed by the Early Church because, unlike the Eunuch of Ethiopia, Cornelius was not only saved, his whole family was included and they also received the baptism with the Holy Spirit with the initial evidence of speaking in unlearned and unknown language. None of these two ministers would have reached out to those Gentiles without the ministry of the angels because of their biases against Gentiles when it came to salvation of souls. Cornelius *"saw in a vision evidently...an angel of God coming"*. The angel called him by name and assured him that his prayers and charitable deeds had come before God as a memorial. Sinners who are sincere with God will always be given the opportunity to know the truth unto salvation. This throws a challenge to Christians to be sensitive to God as to who and when to reach out to a soul. This divine visitation demonstrates that heaven was actively working to bring Cornelius into contact with the Gospel. God was more eager to get him saved than anybody else including Apostle Peter. He is *"not willing that any should perish"*.
    b. God can employ extraordinary means to advance His saving purpose. Angels may facilitate God's work, but they do not replace the preaching of the Gospel. The angel did not preach Christ to Cornelius; instead, he directed Cornelius to send for Apostle Peter. God uses heavenly and earthly instruments together to accomplish His redemptive purposes. The divine-human partnertship are needed to effect the work of God and in particular the preaching of the gospel. Believers therefore, must be prayerful and sensitive to divine guidance in order to be fruitful. The less we rely on the arms of the flesh and the more we put our full confidence and trust in the guidance of the power of the Holy Spirit, the more fruitful we will be in the work of soulwinning.

    *Question*

    Am I available for God to use me as an instrument through whom someone else may hear and receive the Gospel? Do I wait on God to receive divine guidance in soulwinning?

    *3. Assignment Towards Gospel Fullness*

    Cornelius' salvation is rooted in his obedience to the voice of God and not the voice of any other. He was not only saved, but was baptized with the Holy Spirit. It must be observed that apart from the fact that Phillip did not publish the conversion of the Eunuch, he did not minister the baptism with the Holy Ghost to him. Cornelius and his household were baptized with the Holy Spirit while Apostle Peter was still preaching.There was an uproar and noise that the Gentiles could get the same experience of power of the Holy Spirit. The world cannot receive the Holy Spirit and the devils hate the power of the Holy Spirit too for obvious reasons. Salvation in Christ Jesus is a complete salvation. However, salvation without the power of the Holy Spirit is insufficient for a believer to do great exploits for God and be a terror to the kingdom of darkness. The Holy Spirit is given to them that obey Him. *"And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him"* (Acts 5:32). Cornelius did not delay, debate or disregard the divine instruction. His obedience became an important link in God's plan to bring the fullness of the Gospel to his household.
    This reminds us that divine instructions demand human cooperation. God may open doors, prepare hearts and arrange circumstances, but believers must respond obediently.

    *Question*

    What Gospel assignment has God placed before me and am I faithfully obeying Him without delay like Cornelius and Apostle Peter did?

    *Prayer Points*

    1.Lord, teach me more never to rely on my personal goodness and righteousness for divine favour and salvation .
    2.Father, make me a willing instrument through whom You can facilitate the spread of the Gospel to others. Help me to be sensitive to divine guidance .
    3.Lord, I ask for more power of the Holy Spirit for more fruitfulness in the preaching of the gospel .
    4.Father, give understanding to the church goers (you can mention names) who are not yet saved because they are trusting their self righteousness and good works and help them to get real and genuine salvation in Christ.

    *HYMN:* GO AND TELL THE STORY

    *BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:* JOB 5-8.

    2. Morning Prayer gor today.

    MP.i. Morning Prayer

    Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. ⏤ 1 John 3:1

    We are all missionaries. Wherever we go we either bring people nearer to Christ or we repel them from Christ. ⏤ Eric Liddell

    O God, we are grateful that we are Your children. We are not just Your creations. You made the stars, the birds, and the flowers, but unlike them, You made us in Your own image and gave us immortal souls. We thank You for the special place we hold in creation. Help us to live up to the dignity of being Your children and to live as Your children should.

    You created us with a purpose. You have a plan for each of our lives—something You intend for us to be and to do. We want to fulfill Your purpose for us. Help us to accept Your will and to do what You would have us do. As we go out into the world this morning, guide us in the path You have set for us. We want to serve our generation. Show us what You would have us do and enable us to do it.

    Fill our hearts with Your love so that we may see the world as You see it. May we look upon others with Your compassion, patience, and a desire to help. Though our efforts may seem small in this vast world, help us to trust that no true work done for You is ever in vain. Help us to make our little corner of the world holier, brighter, sweeter, and happier. Help us to live out Your life in the place You have assigned us, serving those around us. In this way, we shall be a blessing to our small part of the world.

    Give us a day filled with Your love and grace, our Father. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

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    Good morning, brethren. 1. Morning devotion for today. MD.i. 😀💝🌺🎁🌹🎀 MORNING TEA THE WORD FOR TODAY MONDAY AUGUST 10, 2O26. "WORKING IN THE KINGDOM (1)" ‘…whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant. Mark10:43 NIV DISNEYLAND IS referred to as ‘the Magic Kingdom.’ For those who work there, one value is emphasised above all others. It’s what puts the ‘magic’ into that kingdom. What is it? Servanthood! Employees are told that when you walk through those gates, you serve. You treat every encounter with people as if they were your personal guest. If they need directions, you escort them. If they ask a question you’ve heard a hundred times, you answer it as if you’d never heard it before. There’s a ride called the Jungle Cruise, and the most common question asked about it is, ‘How long is this ride?’ So the staff is given a prepared, standard answer: ‘The Jungle Cruise is an exciting adventure ride that lasts ten minutes.’ But one employee had been asked it once too often, so when a couple asked, ‘How long is the Jungle Cruise?’ he said, ‘Three days.’ The couple got out of the line, left the park, went back to Disney Hotel where they were on their honeymoon, packed up their suitcases, checked out, and came back to the line at the Jungle Cruise. The next day the Disneyland employee was gone, and someone else was standing at the line saying, ‘The Jungle Cruise is an exciting adventure ride that lasts ten minutes.’ When you represent God’s kingdom you’re supposed to go out of your way to facilitate people, love them and meet their needs. Why? Because Jesus, Who is the king in this kingdom, said, ‘…the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…’ (Matthew 20:28 NIV). Bible In A Year: Judg 4-6, Matt 16:1-12, Ps 119:57-64, Pro 17:22. Courtesy: Grace So Amazing Foundation 💝🎀 *To partner with us, kindly refer to page 9 of the hard copy edition or simply send us a WhatsApp message/call on +2348128000068.*🎀💝🌹🌷. MD.ii. [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DAILY Ⓜ️ANNA - (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR ADULTS) MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, 2026``` *A PIVOTAL MOMENT* 📓📖🎚️🫵🏽🙋🏽‍♂️🙋🏽‍♀️✝️🩸🧎🏽🧎🏽‍♀️🙏🏽 📜📜```TEXT:ACTS 10:1-8```📜📜 🔑📖```KEY VERSE:``` _*"And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God" (ACTS 10:4).*_ *Jack Wugman was walking down the beach one day. He saw an unusual glass bottle. He bent over and picked up the bottle. His life would be forever changed. There was a note inside, from a man named Singer, who invented and perfected the sewing machine. Singer penned a note, WHOEVER FINDS THIS BOTTLE SHALL INHERIT MY WHOLE ESTATE. The judge validated the note, and Jack inherited millions of dollars from a man he had never met. What if Jack never picked up the bottle? It definitely was a pivotal moment in Wugman's life.* *Not everyone reading this today has a bottle floating out there with a million-dollar inheritance, no. But there are pivotal moments God has set for each of our lives. A life-changing moment that is not orchestrated by man, nor induced by any goodness or nobility any of us may have in our history. Cornelius was said to be a devout man who gave alms to support people. He was not an Israelite, but a Roman soldier, a gentile, outside of the commonwealth of Israel. Being a centurion means he was a leader over 100 men. An angel was sent to him by God to acknowledge his devoutness and alms giving. Knowing that that wasn't enough, he was directed to invite Apostle Peter to expound to him the gospel requirements for salvation more perfectly.* *The text highlights the significance of understanding Cornelius's character as the key to his esteemed relationship with God, which transcended his position as a centurion. Despite his military rank and prestige, Cornelius's true legacy lay in his love for the Lord and his generosity. His devout lifestyle inspired others, yet it was emphasised that neither good deeds nor religious piety can secure salvation; faith in the Gospel is essential. The angel's visit to Cornelius was not intended to preach the Gospel, as it is divinely decreed that those who have experienced salvation share the Gospel message, underscoring that salvation is a matter of grace through faith, not works.* *The main lesson here is the need to impact the world with our resources. We are remembered for what we do for others. God has left a far more valuable treasure for us than whatever was promised by Mr. Singer in our introduction. God wants to use us to tell other people about this treasure. We need to urgently preach Christ to our neighbours. He is the only way to eternal life.* ✍🏽```THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:``` _*He who shuns the offer of salvation makes vain the sacrifice of Christ.*_ 📜📜```THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:``` *JOB 5-8*📜📜 A Pivotal Moment https://dailymanna.app// *RECOMMENDED GOSPEL HYMNS AND SONGS - GHS 158: COME BELIEVING; GHS 106: TELL THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD; GHS 107: GO AND TELL THEM; AND GHS 124 CHRIST RECEIVETH SINFUL MEN* *TXD [THEXDEVOTIONALS] on Twitter* *#DailyManna10thAugust2026* *#GCK* *#WorshipNuggets* *#BibleNuggets* *#LeadershipNuggets* *#RevivalNuggets* *#CrusadeNuggets* https://www.youtube.com/[THEXDEVOTIONALS] [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY``` _*HIGHER EVERYD🅰️Y: (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR YOUTHS)*_ ✍🏽👩🏻‍💼🌻 🍇🙏🏽🛰🚀🔬📚 ```MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, 2026``` *ATTITUDE OF APPRECIATION* 🎚️📓📖🫵🏽🙋🏽‍♂️🙋🏽‍♀️🧎🏽🧎🏽‍♀️🙏🏽 📜📜```TEXT:LUKE 17:11-19```📜📜 📖``` MEMORY VERSE:``` _*"And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan" (LUKE 17:15-16).*_ *Just like the nine lepers who were cleansed and healed but never returned to show appreciation to Jesus who healed them, so do many find it highly unnecessary to testify of the goodness of God after receiving miracles from Him today. Appreciation is pivotal in our interpersonal relationship with fellow men, needless to talk about our relationship with God.* *Those who lack this virtue may not go far in their endeavours because appreciation attracts more blessings as we can find from our text that Jesus was pleased with the only person who came back to show gratitude when he was cleansed of his leprosy.* *John F. Kennedy said, "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." This means our gratitude to God for the good things He has done for us must not be a mere lip service but from the bottom of our hearts.* *Attitude of appreciation solidifies the miracles or breakthroughs we receive from the Lord. Endeavour to thank God at all times for His mercy.* 💬 ```QUOTE:``` _*Thank God at all times for mercy.*_ 🏆 ```CHALLENGE:``` _*Show appreciation for God is faithful.*_ 🙏🏽🙏🏽 ```PRAYER:``` _*Lord, help me to have an attitude of appreciation.*_ Attitude Of Appreciation https://dailymanna.app// *TXD [THEXDEVOTIONALS] on Twitter* *#HigherEveryday10thAugust2026* *#GCK* *#WorshipNuggets* *#BibleNuggets* *#LeadershipNuggets* *#RevivalNuggets* *#CrusadeNuggets* https://www.youtube.com/[THEXDEVOTIONALS] [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY``` _*(SINCERE MILK: Children Daily Devotional Guide 2⃣0⃣2⃣6️⃣)*_ 🙇🏼🙇🏼🙇‍♀️🙇‍♀️🙇🏼🙇‍♀️🙇🏼🙇‍♀️🙇🏼‍♂️ ```MONDAY 10TH AUGUST, 2026``` *GOD IS REAL* 📓📖🎚️🫵🏽🙋🏽‍♂️🙋🏽‍♀️🧎🏽🧎🏽‍♀️🙏🏽🙌🏽 📜📜```PSALM 14:1-7```📜📜 🕔📚🖋️🚻😁🎼🏆🍉🪴🌈💻 🔑📖 ```Key Verse:``` _*"The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good" (Psalm 14:1).*_ 📖📖📖📖📖📖📖📖📖📖 A man who was a Christian went to a barber's shop to have his hair cut. While the barber was cutting the hair, the Christian used the opportunity to share the good news about Jesus with the barber. The barber refused to listen through. Instead, he interrupted and told the Christian that there is no God. To him, if God exists, why are people in pain, sickness and poverty. The Christian, who was not ready to engage in any argument, quietly left the barber's shop after the haircut. As he was going, he saw a man with an unkept and untidy hair. He therefore turned back to the barber's shop and said to him, *"You know what? Barbers do not exist." "How can you say that"* protested the barber. *"I am here and I am a barber; what happens is that people do not come."* *"Exactly,"* said the Christian. *"God does exist, but man do not go to Him and do not look up to Him for the solution to their problems. They rather engage in murmuring, complaining and words of unbelief."* *God is real, and He is everywhere. You only need to exercise faith in Him in order to enjoy all the blessings He has prepared for you.* 🍥🍥🍥🍥🍥🍥🍥🍥 ```🅿️rayer:``` _*Lord, help me to always look up unto you and never doubt.*_ 🙏🏽 ```📖 Further Reading:``` *Psalm 10:4* God Is Real https://dailymanna.app// *TXD [THEXDEVOTIONALS] on Twitter* *#SincereMilk10thAugust2026* *#GCK* *#WorshipNuggets* *#BibleNuggets* *#LeadershipNuggets* *#RevivalNuggets* *#CrusadeNuggets* https://www.youtube.com/[THEXDEVOTIONALS] [09/08, 7:49 pm] Pastor Attah: *MEDITATIONS ON DAILY ⓂANNA* MONDAY, 10TH AUGUST, 2026. *THE UNSTOPPABLE GOSPEL* *TEXT:* ACTS 10:1-8. 1There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of the band called the Italian band, 2 A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway. 3 He saw in a vision evidently about the ninth hour of the day an angel of God coming in to him, and saying unto him, Cornelius. 4 And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God. 5 And now send men to Joppa, and call for one Simon, whose surname is Peter: 6 He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do. 7 And when the angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed, he called two of his household servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually; 8 And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa *Timeless Truth:*_"But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God"_ (Acts 5:39). *INTRODUCTION* There is no way of worshipping God that has faced so much oppositions from both powers and peoples as the gospel of Jesus Christ. If human powers and wisdom could destroy Christianity and the Bible, they would have been destroyed not long after it was birthed at pentecost. The Jewish leaders did all they could to stop the Gospel, but it was birthed by pentecostal power and became dominant among the Jews. The external powers could not stop the spread. Apostle Peter, by the Holy Spirit, opened the door for the evangelization of the Jews at Pentecost in fulfilment of Matthew 16:19 despite the stiff oppositions by the Jews. *"And I will give unto you the keys of the kingdom..."* Though Jesus Christ commanded that the Gospel should be preached *"to the uppermost part of the world"*, the mindset of the Apostles was to preach the gospel to the Jews exclusively in *"the uppermost part of the world"*. Jesus had to break this mindset by using Apostle Peter to bring the gospel of salvation to the non-Jews or Gentiles, thus, breaking the internal barrier to the salvation of the Gentiles. This monumental breakthrough in the preaching of the Gospel is the subject of the text. When God determines to save a soul, no barrier of race, culture, distance, status or tradition can ultimately stop Him. The Gospel advances because God Himself is committed to its fulfilment. *1. Ardent and Faithful to God* a. Cornelius was not the first Gentile convert of the Gospel. Phillip, seven years before then, had preached the gospel that led to the conversion of the Eunuch of Ethiopia (Acts 8). That was made possible through the ministry of an angel. Were it left to Phillip to decide and preach to the Gentile Eunuch, he might have refused. Cornelius and his family were the first Gentile family or household to receive the Gospel and and got converted. Under the Law, we could claim that he was saved and righteous, though a Gentile. *“A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house.”* His deep devotion was backed up by works. *"Who gave much alms to the people and prayed always"*. Under salvation by works, he was a candidate for heaven. However, under the gospel of salvation by grace, he was not qualified for heaven. He needed to know Jesus Christ, the only way to God, and believe the Gospel. *"Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). If Cornelius had rejected the gospel, but relied only on his righteousness, he would have been damned. *"He that believeth not shall be dammed"*. b. The case of Cornelius reinforces the fact that good works and personal righteousness are not enough for salvation. In fact, faithful devotion to God in prayers, fasting and good works are too impotent to bring real salvation to the heart of man. There must be faith in the atoning work of Christ on the Cross and acceptance of Jesus as Lord and Saviour. Outside Christ, *"all our righteousness is as filthy rags"* (Isaiah 64:6). *Question* Do you rely on your good works and self righteousness for salvation? *2. Angelic Facilitators of the Gospel* a. When Phillip, the evangelist, first got a gentile converted, it took the ministry of an angel. The same to Apostle Peter and the conversion of the Cornelius and his family. The conversion of Cornelius was more celebrated and noticed by the Early Church because, unlike the Eunuch of Ethiopia, Cornelius was not only saved, his whole family was included and they also received the baptism with the Holy Spirit with the initial evidence of speaking in unlearned and unknown language. None of these two ministers would have reached out to those Gentiles without the ministry of the angels because of their biases against Gentiles when it came to salvation of souls. Cornelius *"saw in a vision evidently...an angel of God coming"*. The angel called him by name and assured him that his prayers and charitable deeds had come before God as a memorial. Sinners who are sincere with God will always be given the opportunity to know the truth unto salvation. This throws a challenge to Christians to be sensitive to God as to who and when to reach out to a soul. This divine visitation demonstrates that heaven was actively working to bring Cornelius into contact with the Gospel. God was more eager to get him saved than anybody else including Apostle Peter. He is *"not willing that any should perish"*. b. God can employ extraordinary means to advance His saving purpose. Angels may facilitate God's work, but they do not replace the preaching of the Gospel. The angel did not preach Christ to Cornelius; instead, he directed Cornelius to send for Apostle Peter. God uses heavenly and earthly instruments together to accomplish His redemptive purposes. The divine-human partnertship are needed to effect the work of God and in particular the preaching of the gospel. Believers therefore, must be prayerful and sensitive to divine guidance in order to be fruitful. The less we rely on the arms of the flesh and the more we put our full confidence and trust in the guidance of the power of the Holy Spirit, the more fruitful we will be in the work of soulwinning. *Question* Am I available for God to use me as an instrument through whom someone else may hear and receive the Gospel? Do I wait on God to receive divine guidance in soulwinning? *3. Assignment Towards Gospel Fullness* Cornelius' salvation is rooted in his obedience to the voice of God and not the voice of any other. He was not only saved, but was baptized with the Holy Spirit. It must be observed that apart from the fact that Phillip did not publish the conversion of the Eunuch, he did not minister the baptism with the Holy Ghost to him. Cornelius and his household were baptized with the Holy Spirit while Apostle Peter was still preaching.There was an uproar and noise that the Gentiles could get the same experience of power of the Holy Spirit. The world cannot receive the Holy Spirit and the devils hate the power of the Holy Spirit too for obvious reasons. Salvation in Christ Jesus is a complete salvation. However, salvation without the power of the Holy Spirit is insufficient for a believer to do great exploits for God and be a terror to the kingdom of darkness. The Holy Spirit is given to them that obey Him. *"And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him"* (Acts 5:32). Cornelius did not delay, debate or disregard the divine instruction. His obedience became an important link in God's plan to bring the fullness of the Gospel to his household. This reminds us that divine instructions demand human cooperation. God may open doors, prepare hearts and arrange circumstances, but believers must respond obediently. *Question* What Gospel assignment has God placed before me and am I faithfully obeying Him without delay like Cornelius and Apostle Peter did? *Prayer Points* 1.Lord, teach me more never to rely on my personal goodness and righteousness for divine favour and salvation 🙏. 2.Father, make me a willing instrument through whom You can facilitate the spread of the Gospel to others. Help me to be sensitive to divine guidance 🙏. 3.Lord, I ask for more power of the Holy Spirit for more fruitfulness in the preaching of the gospel 🙏. 4.Father, give understanding to the church goers (you can mention names) who are not yet saved because they are trusting their self righteousness and good works and help them to get real and genuine salvation in Christ🙏. *HYMN:* GO AND TELL THE STORY *BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:* JOB 5-8. 2. Morning Prayer gor today. MP.i. Morning Prayer Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. ⏤ 1 John 3:1 We are all missionaries. Wherever we go we either bring people nearer to Christ or we repel them from Christ. ⏤ Eric Liddell O God, we are grateful that we are Your children. We are not just Your creations. You made the stars, the birds, and the flowers, but unlike them, You made us in Your own image and gave us immortal souls. We thank You for the special place we hold in creation. Help us to live up to the dignity of being Your children and to live as Your children should. You created us with a purpose. You have a plan for each of our lives—something You intend for us to be and to do. We want to fulfill Your purpose for us. Help us to accept Your will and to do what You would have us do. As we go out into the world this morning, guide us in the path You have set for us. We want to serve our generation. Show us what You would have us do and enable us to do it. Fill our hearts with Your love so that we may see the world as You see it. May we look upon others with Your compassion, patience, and a desire to help. Though our efforts may seem small in this vast world, help us to trust that no true work done for You is ever in vain. Help us to make our little corner of the world holier, brighter, sweeter, and happier. Help us to live out Your life in the place You have assigned us, serving those around us. In this way, we shall be a blessing to our small part of the world. Give us a day filled with Your love and grace, our Father. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. https://www.youdevotion.com/daily-prayer/miller/36/morning #taptapstudio #youdevotion.
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