NO GAIN UNDER THE SUN Hebrews 9:27 – And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: (KJV) Read: Ecclesiastes 2:4–11; 9:2–3 Everyone has a life and a destiny to fulfil, after which there is a point of departure. Solomon, the wisest and the wealthiest man in his days, said death happens to everybody (the rich, poor, righteous, and the wicked). No matter your rank, possessions, or achievements in this world, everything is temporary because death is inevitable! Luke 12:13–21 reveals the story of the rich fool whose business blossomed. He suddenly became arrogant, refusin ..read more

FAMINE OF THE WORD Matthew 4:1–4 – “Jesus answered, ‘It is written: “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”’ (NIV) Read: Ephesians 6:16–17 Where there is a famine of God’s Word, destruction is imminent because the Word of God is life and food for the soul. In today’s Bible reading, when Satan confronted Jesus, the response he got revealed that the scriptures are not ordinary letters but daily bread for believers. Without the Word, people become weak and vulnerable to the kingdom of darkness. The famine of God’s Word also leads to ignorance. In t ..read more

BREAKTHROUGH PRAYERS FOR A GLORIOUS WEEK Psalms 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. (KJV) 1. Lord Jesus, thank You for preserving my life, saving my soul, and providing for all my needs, in Jesus’ name (Jeremiah 30:19). 2. Father, please search me through to blot out my sins and grant me access to Your throne of grace, in Jesus’ name (Psalm 139:23-24). 3. I cover and soak my household, myself, and my belongings in the blood of Jesus Christ (Revelation 12:11). 4. Father, the world is waitin ..read more

NIGHT OF WONDERS Lamentation 3:25 – The LORD is good to those who depend on him, to those who search for him. (NLT) GOD DID IT I give special thanks to God for how far He has been sustaining my family. During the December retreat that was tagged Come Up Higher, my sister’s admission to University was one of my top requests before God. When the first admissions list was released, her name was not shortlisted. I continued praying and trusting God for it, and finally Abba showed up. God also used my aunt to clear her fees for the session when we were thinking about how to raise all the money need ..read more

ARE YOU FIT? Luke 9:62 – Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” (NIV) Read: Luke 9:57-62; 1 Peter 2:9 Following yesterday’s devotional on the requirements of discipleship, another man said to Jesus, “I will follow you, but first let me go and say goodbye to my family.” Today’s Bible reading reveals Christ’s response. As it is with Jesus to use parables for illustration, putting one’s hands on the plough means being ready for action. Agriculture was the primary source of livelihood; therefore, the people knew that for a ploug ..read more

THE DEAD MUST BURY THEIR DEAD Luke 9:60 Jesus said to him, “Let the dead bury their own dead, but you go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” (NIV) Read: Luke 9:57-62 Often, people are quick to classify themselves as disciples of Jesus. However, to be a true disciple, one must fulfil essential requirements. In today’s Bible text, Jesus told a man willing to be his disciple to follow him. But the gentleman replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father”. This man was genuine in giving priority to his father’s burial, maybe to claim inheritance or to stay with the family for a year to rebury th ..read more

IF ONLY YOU WILL CRY OUT Matthew 14:30 – But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted. (NLT) Read: Matthew 14:29-31 Today’s Bible reading reveals how Peter began to sink into the sea after the wind became turbulent. The man never pretended to be okay but screamed out for help. Immediately, Jesus stretched out his hand and rescued him. Proverbs 18:10 says, “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” Regardless of the nature of your situation, don’t keep quiet, but pray to God. He will arrive an ..read more

BREAKTHROUGH PRAYERS FOR A GLORIOUS WEEK 1 John 5:14-15 – This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him. (NIV) Hymn: My Faith Has Found a Resting Place — Eliza E. Hewitt (1891) 1. Lord Jesus, I thank You for the gift of life, mercy, purpose, and provision, in Jesus’ name. (Psalms 95:1-2) 2. Saviour—Jesus Christ, please pardon all my sins and disobedience and erase every stain on my garment, in Jesus’ name. (2 Corinthians 5:17) 3. Father, ple ..read more

NIGHT OF WONDERS Psalms 118:15 – Shouts of joy and victory resound in the tents of the righteous: “The LORD’s right hand has done mighty things! (NIV) PRAYER WORKS Praise the Lord! I’m writing to say thank you for the midnight prayers you posted. I always look forward to it. The reason is that they are spirit-filled and would daily act as a compass in my life concerning what I’m facing individually, as a family, or nationally, and the Holy Ghost guides me to pray and understand; hence, my faith is lifted. Thursday’s prayer points accurately reflected what I’ve been asking God to help me with ..read more

THE ELDER BROTHER SPIRIT Luke 15:28 – “The older brother became angry and refused to go in. So his father went out and pleaded with him. (NIV) Read: Luke 15:25-30 Today’s Bible text tells the story of the prodigal son, who squandered his inheritance. Despite this, the boy repented, and his father threw a party. When the elder brother heard of his brother’s return and that the fattened cow was killed for the celebration, he became sorrowful. There are a few things to note. Why did the elder not rebuke or advise his brother when he prematurely asked for his inheritance? Since he left, did he att ..read more