• TUESDAY MORNING FAMILY PRAYER!

    “LORD, MOVE IN OUR FAMILIES!”

    “Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear.” — Isaiah 59:1 (KJV)

    Heavenly Father, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we come before You this Tuesday morning lifting up our entire family.
    Lord, move in our families as never before! Go into every home, touch every heart, and meet every need.
    Father, we lift up every family member who does not have a relationship with Jesus Christ. Your Word says You are “not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance” (2 Peter 3:9). Lord, save our sons, daughters, grandchildren, spouses, parents, siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. Draw them to Jesus and bring the wandering ones home!
    Father, touch every family member dealing with physical sickness, mental and emotional struggles, pain, disease, anxiety, fear, discouragement, or exhaustion.
    “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed.” — Jeremiah 17:14 (KJV)
    Lord, heal bodies, strengthen minds, restore peace, guide doctors, and give wisdom concerning every treatment and decision.
    Father, we cry out for those struggling with drugs and alcohol. Break every chain of addiction! Destroy destructive cycles and give them strength, treatment, support, and godly people to walk with them toward freedom.
    “He brought them out of darkness... and brake their bands in sunder.” — Psalm 107:14 (KJV)
    Lord, we place our finances before You. Provide where there is lack. Give us wisdom, discipline, favor, opportunity, and resources. Help us become faithful stewards of everything You place in our hands.
    We pray for every family member seeking employment.
    “Establish thou the work of our hands upon us.” — Psalm 90:17 (KJV)
    Lord, open doors no one can shut. Give favor with applications, résumés, interviews, and employers. Lead them to the right opportunities.
    And for those who are already employed, Father, we thank You! Now we believe You for increase, advancement, salary increases, new opportunities, and promotion according to Your will.
    Lord, heal broken relationships. Restore communication. Break generational cycles. Remove unforgiveness, division, and bitterness. Protect our children, marriages, homes, and loved ones from dangers seen and unseen.
    Father, move through our bloodline!
    Save our family.
    Heal our family.
    Deliver our family.
    Provide for our family.
    Restore our family.
    Protect our family.
    And let Your Word be fulfilled:
    “I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring.” — Isaiah 44:3 (KJV)
    Lord, do something in our families that only You can get the glory for!
    We place every name, every sickness, every financial need, every job situation, every addiction, every troubled mind, every unsaved loved one, and every unspoken burden into Your hands.
    LORD, MOVE AS NEVER BEFORE!
    In the mighty, healing, saving, delivering, restoring, chain-breaking, door-opening name of JESUS CHRIST, we pray.
    AMEN, AMEN, AND AMEN!

    “As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15 (KJV)
    TUESDAY MORNING FAMILY PRAYER! “LORD, MOVE IN OUR FAMILIES!” “Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear.” — Isaiah 59:1 (KJV) Heavenly Father, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we come before You this Tuesday morning lifting up our entire family. Lord, move in our families as never before! Go into every home, touch every heart, and meet every need. Father, we lift up every family member who does not have a relationship with Jesus Christ. Your Word says You are “not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance” (2 Peter 3:9). Lord, save our sons, daughters, grandchildren, spouses, parents, siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. Draw them to Jesus and bring the wandering ones home! Father, touch every family member dealing with physical sickness, mental and emotional struggles, pain, disease, anxiety, fear, discouragement, or exhaustion. “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed.” — Jeremiah 17:14 (KJV) Lord, heal bodies, strengthen minds, restore peace, guide doctors, and give wisdom concerning every treatment and decision. Father, we cry out for those struggling with drugs and alcohol. Break every chain of addiction! Destroy destructive cycles and give them strength, treatment, support, and godly people to walk with them toward freedom. “He brought them out of darkness... and brake their bands in sunder.” — Psalm 107:14 (KJV) Lord, we place our finances before You. Provide where there is lack. Give us wisdom, discipline, favor, opportunity, and resources. Help us become faithful stewards of everything You place in our hands. We pray for every family member seeking employment. “Establish thou the work of our hands upon us.” — Psalm 90:17 (KJV) Lord, open doors no one can shut. Give favor with applications, résumés, interviews, and employers. Lead them to the right opportunities. And for those who are already employed, Father, we thank You! Now we believe You for increase, advancement, salary increases, new opportunities, and promotion according to Your will. Lord, heal broken relationships. Restore communication. Break generational cycles. Remove unforgiveness, division, and bitterness. Protect our children, marriages, homes, and loved ones from dangers seen and unseen. Father, move through our bloodline! Save our family. Heal our family. Deliver our family. Provide for our family. Restore our family. Protect our family. And let Your Word be fulfilled: “I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring.” — Isaiah 44:3 (KJV) Lord, do something in our families that only You can get the glory for! We place every name, every sickness, every financial need, every job situation, every addiction, every troubled mind, every unsaved loved one, and every unspoken burden into Your hands. LORD, MOVE AS NEVER BEFORE! In the mighty, healing, saving, delivering, restoring, chain-breaking, door-opening name of JESUS CHRIST, we pray. AMEN, AMEN, AND AMEN! “As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15 (KJV)
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  • NARCAN ISN’T JUST FOR PEOPLE STRUGGLING WITH ADDICTION.

    Please hear this.

    You NEVER know when you could encounter someone experiencing an opioid overdose. It could be a friend, family member, neighbor—or a complete stranger.

    Carrying naloxone (Narcan) doesn't mean you approve of drug use.

    IT MEANS YOU VALUE HUMAN LIFE.

    An overdose is not the time for judgment. It's the time to ACT.

    CARRY IT.
    KNOW HOW TO USE IT.
    SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE.
    SAVE A LIFE.

    Every person is somebody's child. Somebody's parent. Somebody's sibling. Somebody's friend.

    And somebody who survives today still has the opportunity for a different tomorrow.

    TOGETHER, WE SAVE LIVES.

    FOLLOW FoxxFusion Ministries for faith, recovery, encouragement, and messages worth sharing.

    #Narcan #Naloxone #OverdoseAwareness #SaveALife #RecoveryIsPossible #WeDoRecover #RecoveryCommunity #FoxxFusionMinistries
    🚨❤️‍🔥 NARCAN ISN’T JUST FOR PEOPLE STRUGGLING WITH ADDICTION. Please hear this. 👇 You NEVER know when you could encounter someone experiencing an opioid overdose. It could be a friend, family member, neighbor—or a complete stranger. Carrying naloxone (Narcan) doesn't mean you approve of drug use. ❤️ IT MEANS YOU VALUE HUMAN LIFE. An overdose is not the time for judgment. It's the time to ACT. 🙏 💥 CARRY IT. 💥 KNOW HOW TO USE IT. 💥 SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE. 💥 SAVE A LIFE. Every person is somebody's child. Somebody's parent. Somebody's sibling. Somebody's friend. ❤️‍🩹 And somebody who survives today still has the opportunity for a different tomorrow. 🙌❤️‍🔥 TOGETHER, WE SAVE LIVES. ❤️ 👉 FOLLOW FoxxFusion Ministries for faith, recovery, encouragement, and messages worth sharing. #Narcan #Naloxone #OverdoseAwareness #SaveALife #RecoveryIsPossible #WeDoRecover #RecoveryCommunity #FoxxFusionMinistries
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  • *God's Divine Power In Us*
    God has given us what we need to live a life that glorifies Him. He equips believers with His divine power, grace, wisdom and promises to live a life that honors and reflects His goodness through His Holy Spirit.
    We do not have to face each day relying only on our own strength. Through knowing Christ, we receive His grace, wisdom, and power to overcome daily challenges and grow in faith.

    *2 Peter 1:3 "according as His divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him that hath called us to glory and virtue:"*
    He has equipped us for whatever He calls us to face.

    *What God Provides*
    Divine Power: He gives us the inner strength to choose what is right.
    *The Holy Spirit:* He guides our steps and helps us understand His Truth.
    *His Word:* The Bible acts as our clear pathway standard for everyday choices.
    *Ways to Glorify Him* Daily Obey His Commands:
    Following His teachings to show our love for Him.
    *Serve Others:*
    Look for the good in people and treat them with kindness.
    *Work with Purpose:* Doing our daily tasks with all our hearts, as if working directly for the Lord
    *Be Encouraged*
    Whenever we don't feel like "enough" let the Word of God remind us that He is all we need.


    *A Prayer to Remember God is Enough*
    Father God, thank You for giving us everything we need to live a life that honors You. Because of Your Spirit within us, we can have victory over every addiction, fear, or sin that tries to hold us back. Thank You for loving us, providing for us, and empowering us. In Jesus’ Mighty Name, Amen.
    *Wishing you a Blessed September Ahead!*
    *God's Divine Power In Us* God has given us what we need to live a life that glorifies Him. He equips believers with His divine power, grace, wisdom and promises to live a life that honors and reflects His goodness through His Holy Spirit. We do not have to face each day relying only on our own strength. Through knowing Christ, we receive His grace, wisdom, and power to overcome daily challenges and grow in faith. *2 Peter 1:3 "according as His divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him that hath called us to glory and virtue:"* He has equipped us for whatever He calls us to face. *What God Provides* Divine Power: He gives us the inner strength to choose what is right. *The Holy Spirit:* He guides our steps and helps us understand His Truth. *His Word:* The Bible acts as our clear pathway standard for everyday choices. *Ways to Glorify Him* Daily Obey His Commands: Following His teachings to show our love for Him. *Serve Others:* Look for the good in people and treat them with kindness. *Work with Purpose:* Doing our daily tasks with all our hearts, as if working directly for the Lord *Be Encouraged* Whenever we don't feel like "enough" let the Word of God remind us that He is all we need. *A Prayer to Remember God is Enough* Father God, thank You for giving us everything we need to live a life that honors You. Because of Your Spirit within us, we can have victory over every addiction, fear, or sin that tries to hold us back. Thank You for loving us, providing for us, and empowering us. In Jesus’ Mighty Name, Amen. *Wishing you a Blessed September Ahead!*
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  • RIGHTEOUSNESS IS NOT AN ACHIEVEMENT, IT'S A FREE GIFT.
    Have you been struggling for righteousness and holiness but still you find yourself falling back into the pit of sin, addiction and pollution?
    Are you zealous and hungry for God , but you never seem to have a fill of God ? Rom. 7: 15-25.
    And you despair!

    Don't back out , my friend. Jesus is looking for such as you to give you God's free gift of righteousness.
    Rom 3:24.

    Yes, the righteousness that meets God's standard must be received from HIM as a free gift by faith. God does not accept the kind of righteousness that is achieved by works. Isa. 64:6.
    " For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God : Not of works, let's any man should boast.
    Eph. 2:8&9

    This is the kind of righteousness that does not come by keeping the law. It is given to you as a free gift not minding what you may have done or failed to do. It will be given to you instantly only if you come to Jesus now. Don't think this is too good to be true !!.

    Righteousness is a wonderful free gift which God gives to all who who believe in the saving grace of God through Jesus Christ.
    Eph.2:8-9; Rom. 3: 24;4:4
    THIS WHY YOU NEED JESUS NOW IN YOUR LIFE !.
    RIGHTEOUSNESS IS NOT AN ACHIEVEMENT, IT'S A FREE GIFT. Have you been struggling for righteousness and holiness but still you find yourself falling back into the pit of sin, addiction and pollution? Are you zealous and hungry for God , but you never seem to have a fill of God ? Rom. 7: 15-25. And you despair! Don't back out , my friend. Jesus is looking for such as you to give you God's free gift of righteousness. Rom 3:24. Yes, the righteousness that meets God's standard must be received from HIM as a free gift by faith. God does not accept the kind of righteousness that is achieved by works. Isa. 64:6. " For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God : Not of works, let's any man should boast. Eph. 2:8&9 This is the kind of righteousness that does not come by keeping the law. It is given to you as a free gift not minding what you may have done or failed to do. It will be given to you instantly only if you come to Jesus now. Don't think this is too good to be true !!. Righteousness is a wonderful free gift which God gives to all who who believe in the saving grace of God through Jesus Christ. Eph.2:8-9; Rom. 3: 24;4:4 THIS WHY YOU NEED JESUS NOW IN YOUR LIFE !.
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  • RIGHTEOUSNESS IS NOT AN ACHIEVEMENT, IT'S A FREE GIFT.
    Have you been struggling for righteousness and holiness but still you find yourself falling back into the pit of sin, addiction and pollution?
    Are you zealous and hungry for God , but you never seem to have a fill of God ? Rom. 7: 15-25.
    And you despair!

    Don't back out , my friend. Jesus is looking for such as you to give you God's free gift of righteousness.
    Rom 3:24.

    Yes, the righteousness that meets God's standard must be received from HIM as a free gift by faith. God does not accept the kind of righteousness that is achieved by works. Isa. 64:6.
    " For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God : Not of works, let's any man should boast.
    Eph. 2:8&9

    This is the kind of righteousness that does not come by keeping the law. It is given to you as a free gift not minding what you may have done or failed to do. It will be given to you instantly only if you come to Jesus now. Don't think this is too good to be true !!.

    Righteousness is a wonderful free gift which God gives to all who who believe in the saving grace of God through Jesus Christ.
    Eph.2:8-9; Rom. 3: 24;4:4
    THIS WHY YOU NEED JESUS NOW IN YOUR LIFE !.
    RIGHTEOUSNESS IS NOT AN ACHIEVEMENT, IT'S A FREE GIFT. Have you been struggling for righteousness and holiness but still you find yourself falling back into the pit of sin, addiction and pollution? Are you zealous and hungry for God , but you never seem to have a fill of God ? Rom. 7: 15-25. And you despair! Don't back out , my friend. Jesus is looking for such as you to give you God's free gift of righteousness. Rom 3:24. Yes, the righteousness that meets God's standard must be received from HIM as a free gift by faith. God does not accept the kind of righteousness that is achieved by works. Isa. 64:6. " For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God : Not of works, let's any man should boast. Eph. 2:8&9 This is the kind of righteousness that does not come by keeping the law. It is given to you as a free gift not minding what you may have done or failed to do. It will be given to you instantly only if you come to Jesus now. Don't think this is too good to be true !!. Righteousness is a wonderful free gift which God gives to all who who believe in the saving grace of God through Jesus Christ. Eph.2:8-9; Rom. 3: 24;4:4 THIS WHY YOU NEED JESUS NOW IN YOUR LIFE !.
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  • DOMINION DAILY DEVOTION ~ DAY 242
    DATE: 30TH AUGUST 2026
    TOPIC: SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS_1
    ANCHOR SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 4:3–4 (NKJV)
    “But even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing, whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe...” —
    Devotional message:

    One of the greatest strategies of the enemy is not only to create problems but to blind people to the solutions God has already placed within them.Paul tells us that “the god of this age has blinded” the minds of those who do not believe. Spiritual blindness can cause a person to see the problem but fail to recognize the grace, authority, wisdom, resources, and potential God has placed within them to become part of the solution.

    You see your family in trouble, and instead of asking God, “What can I do?”, you join everyone else in complaining.You see your child trapped in addiction, drunkenness, or a lifestyle that does not glorify God, and you simply say, “That is how they are.”You see problems in your community, workplace, nation, church, or family, and you join the multitude in lamenting about them.

    Child of God, you are not merely a spectator of the problems around you; you are called to be part of God's solution.Why should the sick be around you without you praying for them and trusting God for their healing? Why should someone oppressed by darkness be regarded as a hopeless case when Jesus has given His Church authority over the power of the enemy?

    Why should a child lack school fees while you have been entrusted with resources? Why should a servant of God go hungry while God has blessed you with the ability to provide? Why should someone struggle to pay rent while you have the capacity to help?

    This is not to suggest that every problem around us is solely our responsibility or that we can solve everything through human strength. Rather, God has strategically positioned His people in different places and entrusted them with different resources so that they can become channels of His grace.

    What you carry matters.Jesus said:“He who believes in Me... out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” — John 7:38 (NKJV).There is something God has deposited within you that is meant to flow beyond you. A river does not exist merely to water itself; it flows so that others may live.

    Therefore, do not become so consumed by the magnitude of the problem that you forget the greatness of the God who lives in you.The enemy wants you to look at the mountain and conclude, “It is too big.”God wants you to look at the mountain and ask, “Lord, what have You placed in me that can become part of the answer?”

    The Israelites cried because of their oppression in Egypt, and God raised Moses. When humanity was lost in sin, God sent His Son. Throughout Scripture, God repeatedly raised people whom He positioned as instruments of deliverance, provision, leadership, wisdom, and transformation.

    Complaining without action does not transform communities. But prayer, wisdom, obedience, generosity, creativity, courage, and action can become instruments through which God brings transformation.Remember: you are not the source; God is the Source. You are the vessel. The power, wisdom, grace, and resources ultimately come from Him.

    Prayer

    Heavenly Father, open my eyes to see what You have placed within me.May I never overlook what You have placed in me. Here I am, Lord; send me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
    Daily Bible Reading
    Isaiah 6:1–8,John 7:37–39,Matthew 5:13–16,Ephesians 2:10
    Author : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi
    Contact :
    Email : DominionvoicesminisrtyAnderson Mwila.com
    Facebook : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi
    Dominion Daily Devotion, 2026
    © Dominion Voices Ministry
    🕊️ DOMINION DAILY DEVOTION ~ DAY 242 DATE: 30TH AUGUST 2026 TOPIC: SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS_1 ANCHOR SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 4:3–4 (NKJV) “But even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing, whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe...” — Devotional message: One of the greatest strategies of the enemy is not only to create problems but to blind people to the solutions God has already placed within them.Paul tells us that “the god of this age has blinded” the minds of those who do not believe. Spiritual blindness can cause a person to see the problem but fail to recognize the grace, authority, wisdom, resources, and potential God has placed within them to become part of the solution. You see your family in trouble, and instead of asking God, “What can I do?”, you join everyone else in complaining.You see your child trapped in addiction, drunkenness, or a lifestyle that does not glorify God, and you simply say, “That is how they are.”You see problems in your community, workplace, nation, church, or family, and you join the multitude in lamenting about them. Child of God, you are not merely a spectator of the problems around you; you are called to be part of God's solution.Why should the sick be around you without you praying for them and trusting God for their healing? Why should someone oppressed by darkness be regarded as a hopeless case when Jesus has given His Church authority over the power of the enemy? Why should a child lack school fees while you have been entrusted with resources? Why should a servant of God go hungry while God has blessed you with the ability to provide? Why should someone struggle to pay rent while you have the capacity to help? This is not to suggest that every problem around us is solely our responsibility or that we can solve everything through human strength. Rather, God has strategically positioned His people in different places and entrusted them with different resources so that they can become channels of His grace. What you carry matters.Jesus said:“He who believes in Me... out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” — John 7:38 (NKJV).There is something God has deposited within you that is meant to flow beyond you. A river does not exist merely to water itself; it flows so that others may live. Therefore, do not become so consumed by the magnitude of the problem that you forget the greatness of the God who lives in you.The enemy wants you to look at the mountain and conclude, “It is too big.”God wants you to look at the mountain and ask, “Lord, what have You placed in me that can become part of the answer?” The Israelites cried because of their oppression in Egypt, and God raised Moses. When humanity was lost in sin, God sent His Son. Throughout Scripture, God repeatedly raised people whom He positioned as instruments of deliverance, provision, leadership, wisdom, and transformation. Complaining without action does not transform communities. But prayer, wisdom, obedience, generosity, creativity, courage, and action can become instruments through which God brings transformation.Remember: you are not the source; God is the Source. You are the vessel. The power, wisdom, grace, and resources ultimately come from Him. Prayer Heavenly Father, open my eyes to see what You have placed within me.May I never overlook what You have placed in me. Here I am, Lord; send me. In Jesus' name, Amen. Daily Bible Reading Isaiah 6:1–8,John 7:37–39,Matthew 5:13–16,Ephesians 2:10 Author : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi Contact : Email : Dominionvoicesminisrty[gmail].com Facebook : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi 🌐 Dominion Daily Devotion, 2026 © Dominion Voices Ministry
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  • JESUS SAID IT.

    “Let him who is without sin among you be the first to cast a stone.”

    Before we judge somebody else’s mistakes, past, addiction, choices, or failures… REMEMBER—we ALL need grace.

    Jesus didn’t call us to throw stones.
    He called us to LOVE. FORGIVE. SHOW MERCY.

    Drop the stone.
    Choose compassion.
    Point people toward JESUS.

    If you believe the world needs more GRACE and less judgment, drop a below!

    FOLLOW FoxxFusion Ministries for more faith, encouragement, recovery, and truth that points back to JESUS!

    #FoxxFusionMinistries #Jesus #Grace #Faith #Forgiveness #ChristianEncouragement #BibleTruth #LoveLikeJesus
    ❤️‍🔥 JESUS SAID IT. ❤️‍🔥 “Let him who is without sin among you be the first to cast a stone.” ✝️ Before we judge somebody else’s mistakes, past, addiction, choices, or failures… REMEMBER—we ALL need grace. ❤️ Jesus didn’t call us to throw stones. He called us to LOVE. FORGIVE. SHOW MERCY. 🙌 🪨 Drop the stone. ❤️ Choose compassion. ✝️ Point people toward JESUS. 👇 If you believe the world needs more GRACE and less judgment, drop a ❤️ below! 🔥 FOLLOW FoxxFusion Ministries for more faith, encouragement, recovery, and truth that points back to JESUS! #FoxxFusionMinistries #Jesus #Grace #Faith #Forgiveness #ChristianEncouragement #BibleTruth #LoveLikeJesus
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  • Every journey to freedom starts with a single decision. Addiction may affect individuals and families, but it doesn't have to be the end of the story.

    Call us on: (352) 256-5991

    Visit our website: uturnforchristflorida.com

    #UTurnForChristFlorida #HealingBegins #OneStepAtATime #FreedomInChrist #HopeAndHealing #Psalm3418 #FaithBasedRecovery #JesusRestores #AddictionRecovery #NewLifeInChrist
    🙏 Every journey to freedom starts with a single decision. Addiction may affect individuals and families, but it doesn't have to be the end of the story. 📞Call us on: (352) 256-5991 🌐 Visit our website: uturnforchristflorida.com #UTurnForChristFlorida #HealingBegins #OneStepAtATime #FreedomInChrist #HopeAndHealing #Psalm3418 #FaithBasedRecovery #JesusRestores #AddictionRecovery #NewLifeInChrist
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  • THREE AREAS OF EMPHASIS FOR MY MINISTRY
    * share the Gospel with those who haven't yet believed in & surrendered to Jesus
    * encourage believers to discover their gifts & their God-ordained purpose so that they can make a difference
    * use my story as a life preserver to those who are drowning in the despair that very often accompanies addiction
    THREE AREAS OF EMPHASIS FOR MY MINISTRY * share the Gospel with those who haven't yet believed in & surrendered to Jesus * encourage believers to discover their gifts & their God-ordained purpose so that they can make a difference * use my story as a life preserver to those who are drowning in the despair that very often accompanies addiction
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  • *TESTAMENT OF GRACE GLOBAL ASSEMBLY (GRACE REVIVAL CENTRE)*

    *LIFELINES DEVOTIONAL FOR THURSDAY,AUGUST 27, 2026*

    *TOPIC: RESTORED DOMINION*

    *BIBLE VERSE*
    “And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth.”-Genesis 1:28 (KJV)

    *MEDITATION*
    From the beginning, God created humanity with a mandate of dominion. Genesis 1:28 reveals that dominion was not man's invention but God's gift and responsibility. To have dominion means to exercise responsible authority and stewardship under God's ultimate rule, bringing order, productivity, righteousness, and godly influence into the sphere entrusted to us. Sin, however, damaged humanity's relationship with God and disrupted the proper exercise of this mandate. When Adam disobeyed God, he surrendered himself to sin's power and opened the door to consequences that affected the entire human race (Genesis 3:6–19; Romans 5:12). Believers today can also experience a diminished exercise of their God-given authority when they live in persistent disobedience, surrender to fear, allow destructive habits to control them, or forget their identity and authority in Christ. Dominion is therefore not a license for pride or domination over other people; it is the responsibility to live under God's authority while exercising the authority He has entrusted to us.

    The good news is that Christ came to restore what sin had damaged. Jesus declared, “All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth” (Matthew 28:18), and He commissioned His followers to operate under that authority. When His disciples returned from ministry, Jesus told them, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy” (Luke 10:19). Through Christ, believers are no longer required to live as slaves to the dominion of sin, fear, or the devil. Romans 6:14 declares, “For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.” The restoration of dominion therefore begins with understanding what Christ has accomplished. We do not reclaim authority by human strength or spiritual bravado; we receive and exercise our authority through submission to Jesus Christ, whose victory becomes the foundation of our victory.

    One of the clearest biblical examples of restored dominion is found in the life of Samson, although his story also warns us about the consequences of careless living. God gave Samson extraordinary strength and a divine assignment, but his repeated compromise eventually weakened his effectiveness and resulted in his capture by the Philistines (Judges 16:19–21). In his final moments, however, Samson turned his heart toward God and cried, “O Lord GOD, remember me” (Judges 16:28). God answered his prayer, and Samson's strength was restored for one final act of deliverance. His story demonstrates that spiritual compromise can severely damage the exercise of what God has entrusted to us, but it also shows that failure does not have to be the end. Restoration begins when we return to God in humility and allow Him to rebuild what disobedience has weakened.

    Restoring dominion therefore requires repentance, renewal, and a deliberate return to God's Word. James 4:7 gives a simple but powerful pattern: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” Notice that submission to God comes before resistance to the devil. We cannot effectively exercise kingdom authority while deliberately resisting the authority of the King. The believer must therefore confess and forsake sin (1 John 1:9), renew the mind through God's Word (Romans 12:2), strengthen the spirit through prayer, and learn to distinguish God's will from personal ambition. Jesus demonstrated this principle when He resisted Satan in the wilderness by standing upon Scripture (Matthew 4:1–11). Dominion is restored when our lives come back into alignment with the One who gave us the mandate in the first place.

    Restored dominion must also be expressed through responsible action and godly influence. Joseph exercised remarkable authority in Egypt, but he did not use his position for selfish domination; he used it to preserve lives during famine (Genesis 41:38–57). Daniel likewise exercised influence in Babylon without abandoning his loyalty to God (Daniel 6:3–5). These men demonstrate that kingdom dominion is not about controlling people but about bringing God's wisdom, righteousness, excellence, and order into the places where He has positioned us. A believer exercises restored dominion when he governs his own appetites, manages his resources wisely, leads his family responsibly, resists destructive influences, serves others, makes righteous decisions, and uses his opportunities to advance God's purposes. Proverbs 16:32 reminds us that ruling one's spirit is greater than conquering a city, showing that genuine dominion begins with self-government.

    If you have allowed sin, fear, failure, addiction, discouragement, or spiritual negligence to weaken your sense and exercise of God-given authority, do not accept defeat as your permanent condition. Return to Christ, because He is the source of your authority and the foundation of your restoration. Remember that your dominion does not mean that you will never encounter opposition or hardship; rather, it means that circumstances, sin, fear, and the enemy do not have the final authority over a believer who remains submitted to Christ. Scripture says that God “hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 2:6). Therefore, rise again in the authority Christ has provided, rebuild your spiritual life upon God's Word, walk in obedience, and exercise your influence with humility and wisdom. What has been weakened can be strengthened, what has been surrendered can be reclaimed, and what has been neglected can be rebuilt. Through Christ, the believer can recover the confidence and capacity to live under God's authority and fulfil the dominion mandate for which he was created.

    *PRAYER*
    Heavenly Father, thank You for the authority and responsibility You have given me through Christ. Restore every area of my life where sin, fear, failure, or disobedience has weakened my dominion. Help me to submit completely to You, stand firmly upon Your Word, resist every work of the enemy, and exercise godly authority with wisdom and humility. Let my life bring order, fruitfulness, righteousness, and glory to Your name. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.
    *TESTAMENT OF GRACE GLOBAL ASSEMBLY (GRACE REVIVAL CENTRE)* *LIFELINES DEVOTIONAL FOR THURSDAY,AUGUST 27, 2026* *TOPIC: RESTORED DOMINION* *BIBLE VERSE* “And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth.”-Genesis 1:28 (KJV) *MEDITATION* From the beginning, God created humanity with a mandate of dominion. Genesis 1:28 reveals that dominion was not man's invention but God's gift and responsibility. To have dominion means to exercise responsible authority and stewardship under God's ultimate rule, bringing order, productivity, righteousness, and godly influence into the sphere entrusted to us. Sin, however, damaged humanity's relationship with God and disrupted the proper exercise of this mandate. When Adam disobeyed God, he surrendered himself to sin's power and opened the door to consequences that affected the entire human race (Genesis 3:6–19; Romans 5:12). Believers today can also experience a diminished exercise of their God-given authority when they live in persistent disobedience, surrender to fear, allow destructive habits to control them, or forget their identity and authority in Christ. Dominion is therefore not a license for pride or domination over other people; it is the responsibility to live under God's authority while exercising the authority He has entrusted to us. The good news is that Christ came to restore what sin had damaged. Jesus declared, “All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth” (Matthew 28:18), and He commissioned His followers to operate under that authority. When His disciples returned from ministry, Jesus told them, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy” (Luke 10:19). Through Christ, believers are no longer required to live as slaves to the dominion of sin, fear, or the devil. Romans 6:14 declares, “For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.” The restoration of dominion therefore begins with understanding what Christ has accomplished. We do not reclaim authority by human strength or spiritual bravado; we receive and exercise our authority through submission to Jesus Christ, whose victory becomes the foundation of our victory. One of the clearest biblical examples of restored dominion is found in the life of Samson, although his story also warns us about the consequences of careless living. God gave Samson extraordinary strength and a divine assignment, but his repeated compromise eventually weakened his effectiveness and resulted in his capture by the Philistines (Judges 16:19–21). In his final moments, however, Samson turned his heart toward God and cried, “O Lord GOD, remember me” (Judges 16:28). God answered his prayer, and Samson's strength was restored for one final act of deliverance. His story demonstrates that spiritual compromise can severely damage the exercise of what God has entrusted to us, but it also shows that failure does not have to be the end. Restoration begins when we return to God in humility and allow Him to rebuild what disobedience has weakened. Restoring dominion therefore requires repentance, renewal, and a deliberate return to God's Word. James 4:7 gives a simple but powerful pattern: “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” Notice that submission to God comes before resistance to the devil. We cannot effectively exercise kingdom authority while deliberately resisting the authority of the King. The believer must therefore confess and forsake sin (1 John 1:9), renew the mind through God's Word (Romans 12:2), strengthen the spirit through prayer, and learn to distinguish God's will from personal ambition. Jesus demonstrated this principle when He resisted Satan in the wilderness by standing upon Scripture (Matthew 4:1–11). Dominion is restored when our lives come back into alignment with the One who gave us the mandate in the first place. Restored dominion must also be expressed through responsible action and godly influence. Joseph exercised remarkable authority in Egypt, but he did not use his position for selfish domination; he used it to preserve lives during famine (Genesis 41:38–57). Daniel likewise exercised influence in Babylon without abandoning his loyalty to God (Daniel 6:3–5). These men demonstrate that kingdom dominion is not about controlling people but about bringing God's wisdom, righteousness, excellence, and order into the places where He has positioned us. A believer exercises restored dominion when he governs his own appetites, manages his resources wisely, leads his family responsibly, resists destructive influences, serves others, makes righteous decisions, and uses his opportunities to advance God's purposes. Proverbs 16:32 reminds us that ruling one's spirit is greater than conquering a city, showing that genuine dominion begins with self-government. If you have allowed sin, fear, failure, addiction, discouragement, or spiritual negligence to weaken your sense and exercise of God-given authority, do not accept defeat as your permanent condition. Return to Christ, because He is the source of your authority and the foundation of your restoration. Remember that your dominion does not mean that you will never encounter opposition or hardship; rather, it means that circumstances, sin, fear, and the enemy do not have the final authority over a believer who remains submitted to Christ. Scripture says that God “hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 2:6). Therefore, rise again in the authority Christ has provided, rebuild your spiritual life upon God's Word, walk in obedience, and exercise your influence with humility and wisdom. What has been weakened can be strengthened, what has been surrendered can be reclaimed, and what has been neglected can be rebuilt. Through Christ, the believer can recover the confidence and capacity to live under God's authority and fulfil the dominion mandate for which he was created. *PRAYER* Heavenly Father, thank You for the authority and responsibility You have given me through Christ. Restore every area of my life where sin, fear, failure, or disobedience has weakened my dominion. Help me to submit completely to You, stand firmly upon Your Word, resist every work of the enemy, and exercise godly authority with wisdom and humility. Let my life bring order, fruitfulness, righteousness, and glory to Your name. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.
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