YOU’VE OBTAINED MERCY
📖Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16).
In Christianity, we don’t try to persuade God to be merciful toward us. We don’t cry out for mercy, hoping He'll hear and respond. In Christ Jesus, we’ve already obtained mercy. 1 Peter 2:10 makes it clear: _“Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.”
Notice the language; it doesn't say you're seeking mercy or waiting for mercy but that you’ve obtained it. Before you ever knew enough to ask for it, God lavished His mercy upon you through Jesus Christ. This understanding should change the way you relate with God. You’re different from those of the Old Testament.
Blind Bartimaeus cried out, *“…Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me”* (Mark 10:47). But through the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ, you've become a beneficiary of God's abundant mercy and a partaker of His grace. That's why Hebrews 4:16 tells you to come boldly to the throne of grace: “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”
It doesn't say come begging, or fearfully, uncertain of God's disposition toward you. Rather, it says come boldly and take hold of what has already been provided; receive and enjoy all that His grace has already made available.
Refuse to approach God with a sense of unworthiness or uncertainty. He has already qualified you in Christ to be a partaker of every heavenly blessing: *“Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light”* (Colossians 1:12).
Not only has He lavished His love and grace on you (1 John 3:1, Romans 5:17), He’s also had mercy on you and His mercy endures forever. Therefore, chin up, chest out, square your shoulders and walk tall! Dominate circumstances, knowing that you’re the Father’s love-child and delight. Glory to God!
🙏PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for your abundant mercy that has been freely bestowed on me in Christ Jesus. I live in the consciousness of your love, favour and presence, knowing that your grace is continually at work in and through me. I walk in this victory, confidence and assurance today, in Jesus' Name. Amen.
*FURTHER STUDY📖=>*
*1 Peter 2:9-10 KJV*
But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [10] Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God: which had not obtained mercy, but now have obtained mercy.
*Hebrews 4:14-16 KJV*
Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession. [15] For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. [16] Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
*Ephesians 2:4-5 KJV*
But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, [5] Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)
*📖DAILY SCRIPTURE READING📖*
*1-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>*
Ephesians 6:10-24 & Isaiah 31-32
*2-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>*
Titus 1:1-16 & Jeremiah 49
#RhapsodyOct1
JUSTIFICATION BY FAITH
📖Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ (Romans 5:1).
One of the great blessings of the New Testament is our justification by faith. Under the Old Testament, they sought justification through the Law, but they didn’t get it. The Law could reveal sin, but it couldn’t justify man. But in the New Testament, we have been justified by the faith of Jesus Christ. What does it mean to be justified?
It means acquittal, to be declared not guilty. In Christ Jesus, God declares you not guilty. You might ask, “But what happened to the offences or the sins I committed?” The answer is in the Scriptures. Romans 4:24-25 says the Lord Jesus was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our justification. He who knew no sin was made sin for us: *“For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him”* (2 Corinthians 5:21).
Jesus took our place. He bore the judgment that was against us. Every charge that stood against humanity was laid on Him. But blessed be God, that wasn’t the end of the story. The Bible says He was raised again for our justification. His resurrection was the declaration that the demands of justice had been fully satisfied.
God raised Him from the dead because the price had been paid in full. Our justification had been secured. This is why the Christian doesn’t struggle to attain righteousness through personal efforts or works of the Law. Righteousness has been granted to us in Christ Jesus. Now, we have peace with God. We’re at one with Him.
No wonder the Bible says, “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus...” (Romans 8:1 NKJV). There’s no more separation, no more condemnation, no more uncertainty about your standing before the Father. You’ve been accepted in Christ. This is the life of rest and confidence that the Gospel brings. You’ve been acquitted by God Himself. As far as He’s concerned, you never sinned.
Romans 3:21-26 (NIV) declares, “..the righteousness of God has been made known…This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe…and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus…He did this to demonstrate his righteousness…so as to be just and the one who justifies those who have faith in Jesus.” Walk in the boldness, liberty, and joy of this reality. Refuse to live under guilt, accusation, or a sense of unworthiness. The Lord Jesus was delivered because of your offences and raised again for your justification. Glory to His Name forever!
*🙏PRAYER*
Dear Father, thank you for the glorious reality of my justification by faith in Christ. I walk in the boldness, liberty and joy of the reality that I’ve been declared righteous and accepted in Christ Jesus. Thank you for the blessedness of my righteousness and right-standing with you, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY📖=>
Romans 4:24-25 KJV
But for us also, to whom it shall be imputed, if we believe on him that raised up Jesus our Lord from the dead; [25] Who was delivered for our offences, and was raised again for our justification.
Galatians 2:16 KJV
Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Romans 8:1 KJV
There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.
📖DAILY SCRIPTURE READING📖
1-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>
Ephesians 5:22-6:1-9 & Isaiah 29-30
2-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>
2 Timothy 4:11-22 & Jeremiah 48
#RhapsodySept30
President John Dramani Mahama has explained why Ghana rejected the US Health Compact, stating that it sought access to another country's medical records and barred Ghana's FDA from inspecting US medications, describing it as humiliating.
#3NewsGH#TV3GH
President John Mahama has justified government’s decision to reject a health compact from the United States, describing the terms as humiliating.
The United States offered some $100 million to Ghana to support its health needs through a compact that reportedly required access to the health records of Ghanaians in exchange.
A demand the President flatly rejected, with full Cabinet backing.
Speaking at the Council on Foreign Relations engagement, a side event of the UN General Assembly, the President said Ghana will not be a dumping ground under his watch.
#3NewsGH #TV3GH
HE NEVER LEAVES YOU
📖And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever (John 14:16).
In the New Testament, we don’t ask the Lord to be with us, or pray and fast so He never leaves us. We know He’s with us and in us because He said so. Christianity is the living reality of Christ in you and with you always, not sometimes or only when you feel spiritual, but always.
Many try to judge God’s presence by their emotions. They say, “I feel like God is with me,” or “I don’t feel His presence anymore.” But your feelings don’t determine His presence; His Word does. He said, *“…I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen” (Matthew 28:20 NKJV). When He said this to His disciples, they hadn’t been born again.
Today, the Holy Spirit isn’t just with you but in you always—when you feel it and when you don’t. The Lord Jesus said, “…he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you” (John 14:17). Now that you’re born again and have received the Holy Spirit, you’ve become inseparably one with Him, mingled with Him in oneness: “But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:17).
Therefore, His presence isn’t sustained by your emotions; it’s established by His truth. Being ignorant of this is the reason some have taught that when a Christian sins, fellowship with God is broken and the Holy Spirit withdraws from that person until repentance is made. But think about it: if the Holy Spirit truly left you, how would you ever come back? Who would guide and restore you?
The very fact that a Christian is corrected by the Holy Spirit and guided back into the light of God’s Word proves that the Holy Spirit never departed. This doesn’t mean sin is permissible; rather, it means the Holy Spirit doesn’t abandon God’s children. The Lord Jesus didn’t say He would be with you only when you “perform” right. That’s the power and glory of the New Testament relationship we have with the Father.
The Holy Spirit is your ever-present helper, teacher, guide and comforter. Without Him, you can’t live the true Christian life. He’s the One who causes the Word to come alive in your spirit and helps you walk in righteousness. Therefore, cultivate the consciousness of His constant presence in you and with you. Walk every day with the assurance that you’re never alone. Praise God!
🙏PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for the blessed Holy Spirit who lives in me and abides with me forever. I walk in the consciousness of His indwelling presence, yielded to His guidance and His wisdom that mantles my heart. I’m guided, strengthened, corrected and empowered by the Spirit to live triumphantly today, bringing glory to you, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
Hebrews 13:5 KJV
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
John 14:17 KJV
Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
Romans 8:14 KJV
For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
📖DAILY SCRIPTURE READING
1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Ephesians 5:3-21 & Isaiah 27-28
2-Year Bible Reading Plan
2 Timothy 4:1-10 & Jeremiah 47
#RhapsodySept29
HAPPENING NOW: RAV MOVING INTO THE OVAL OFFICE AHEAD OF POTUS' ANNOUNCEMENT
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@iam__Jezreel@reallKAT Some times I wonder how insensitive they can get with such updates. Remember what happened with the car launch? There’s this particular brother that always rushes to post everything. He shocks me every time 🤦🏽♂️
I don’t often write about myself, but today I shared something deeply personal: my experience fighting cancer while continuing to do a job I love.
Cancer tried to make my world smaller. I was determined not to let it.
I am incredibly grateful to be cancer-free, and even more grateful for President Trump, my family, friends, colleagues, medical team and faith that carried me through the hardest days.
I hope sharing my story might offer some strength to even one person still in the fight.
https://t.co/NtcWBaIG8b
IT’S MORE BLESSED TO GIVE
(Make Up Your Mind To Be A Giver)
TO THE BIBLE - Luke 12:15
“And He said to them, ‘Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.’“
LET’S TALK
The Lord Jesus made it clear that it’s not how much you receive and amass that measures your value. Rather, you measure your value or worth by how much you give. No wonder the Apostle Paul, reiterating the words of the Master, declared that “...it is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35). As far as God is concerned, the one who gives is greater than the one who receives. Thus, it’s not how much you have in your bank account that determines your worth; rather, it’s how much you give.
The only way to conquer anything, be it money or some other material possession, is by giving it. That means it’s not about how many sneakers you own, how much allowance you get, or how many gadgets you have; if you can’t give it, you don’t really have control over it; it has control over you. If you ever find that you’re unable to give something you possess, it means you haven’t conquered that thing yet. But when you’re able to exercise your faith and give it, you’ve conquered that level, and immediately, God promotes you to a higher level of giving.
Learn to be a giver. Nothing of this world should have a hold over you to the point that you can’t give it. The Lord Jesus said, “Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you” (Luke 6:38). That means the giver has a promise; a guarantee that he’ll only move upward and forward in life. But for the receiver, there’s no promise.
Therefore, make up your mind to be a giver. Decide now—even as a teenager—that you’ll be known as someone who gives generously, not just someone who always wants more. As you learn to release, God will multiply your seeds sown and increase your ability, such that you’ll keep getting greater and greater.
GO DEEPER
2 Corinthians 9:7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
PRAY
Dear Father, thank you for granting me the grace and wisdom to be a consistent giver. I declare that I’m a big-time giver and financier of the Gospel. I thank you for always multiplying my seeds sown and increasing my ability to give even more, in Jesus’ Name. Amen!
DAILY BIBLE READING
ONE YEAR
Ephesians 3:1-21, Hosea 7-10
TWO YEAR
John 1:14-23, 1 Kings 1
ACT
Today, choose one thing you value—your time, your money, your talent, or something you own—and intentionally give it as a seed.
#Teevo
#RhapsodySept27
If you live outside the Word, you're functioning outside your divine environment, trying to operate in a world that was never designed to sustain you the way it's supposed to.
The Word isn't just something you read, it's the atmosphere you were built to thrive in. Step back into it today and watch things start making sense again.
#rhapsodyofrealities #pastorchris #rhapsodyapp #dailydevotional #wordofgod
THE WORD—YOUR TRUE LIFE AND ENVIRONMENT*
Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ… (2 Corinthians 3:3).
1 Peter 1:23 tells us something remarkable; it says, “*Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever*.” A similar truth is emphasized in James 1:18, “ *Of his own will begat he us with the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures*.” God’s Word gave birth to you; and what does that make you?
It means you’re the Word in flesh! The Word of God is your life-source, and every living thing must be connected to its source to live. This is why your fellowship with the Word is so important. Your true life and environment are in the Word. If you live outside the Word, you’re functioning outside your divine environment.
The Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, connects and unveils this beautifully in 2 Corinthians 3:2-3. First, he says, “ *Ye are our epistle*…” and then he goes further to say, “… *ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ…”* You’re the living epistle, the living message, the living expression of Christ to your world. The Lord Jesus is called the living Word; therefore, being born of His Word, you carry His life, nature, wisdom and character within you.
You’re indestructible because you’re born of His indestructible seed (His Word), which lives and abides forever. Therefore, your sufficiency, your ability, competence, strength and capacity come from your divine origin. Many struggle in life because they don’t live according to this truth. They attempt to live outside the environment of the Word.
But the Christian who meditates on the Word continually stays connected to the source of his divine nature. The more the Word dominates your spirit, the more your true nature is unveiled. God’s Word created the universe. His Word is everything. As you meditate on it, it transforms your life. Think, speak, and live the Word. Glory to God!
*CONFESSION*
I’m born of God’s incorruptible Word; I’m the living epistle of Christ. My life is the manifestation of divine wisdom, glory and power. As I meditate on the Word, even now, I’m strengthened, transformed and established in victory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
*FURTHER STUDY:*
*Joshua 1:8*
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
*Colossians 3:16*
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
*Hebrews 4:12*
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
*1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*
Ephesians 4:1-16 & Isaiah 23-24
*2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN*
2 Timothy 2:11-26 & Jeremiah 45
#RhapsodySept27
ENDUED WITH SPECIAL ABILITIES
(Don’t Compare Yourself
With Someone Else)
LET’S TALK➡️
“Do you ever feel like you’re just… ordinary?” Khloe asked, frowning.
“Ordinary? Not at all,” replied Johnny. “God has put special abilities in you that no one else can express the way
only you can.”
Khloe looked puzzled: “Special abilities? Me? I’ve never really thought of myself that way.”
“That’s exactly why you need to hear this,” Johnny said with a smile. “No one was ever like you; no one is like you, and no one will ever be like you. You’re the only one of you that God has. So, be the best of you.”
The Living Bible translation renders our opening scripture this way: “However, Christ has given each of us special abilities; whatever He wants us to have out of His rich storehouse of gifts.” I like that term, “special abilities,” for it
lets us know that there’s not a single one of God’s children that’s lacking in ability. You may never have thought about the fact that God has given you special abilities, but let it dawn on you today that there are special abilities in you which came into your life when you were born again and received the Holy Spirit.
The Bible says, “But you shall receive power (ability, efficiency, and might) when the Holy Spirit has come upon you” (Acts 1:8 AMP). What you need do is recognise and agree with what the Word says; tell yourself, “God has given me special abilities, and I’m putting these abilities to work in my life.”
Remember that God doesn’t have a duplicate of you; He’s deposited in you gifts and abilities that set you apart and make you unique. What a wonderful blessing! You can express the beauty of God from your spirit in a way that no one else can. So, next time you feel like you’re just “another face in the crowd” at school or on social media, remember: God made you with a one-of-a-kind mix of abilities that no one else has. Stop comparing your story to someone else’s story!
Never look at yourself and think there’s nothing special about you. God has given you special abilities, and it’s up to you to let them show and make an impact in the Kingdom of God.
📖Go Deeper:
2 Corinthians 4:7; 2 Corinthians 3:5 AMP
Pray
I thank you, Father, for depositing within my spirit special abilities according to the measure of the gift of Christ. No task or endeavour is beyond me, for I have in me the grace and supernatural ability I require for every task, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
📚Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Ephesians 2:11-22, Hosea 3-6
TWO YEAR
John 1:1-13, 2 Samuel 23-24
Act
Write down one thing you’re naturally good at. Now thank God for it and say: “Lord, I’m using this for your kingdom"
#Teevo
#RhapsodySept26
THE CONSCIOUSNESS OF YOUR RIGHTEOUSNESS
For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him (2 Corinthians 5:21).
In Romans 5:1, we read something absolutely profound that also parallels what we read in our theme scripture. It says, “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Being justified by faith means we’ve been declared righteous by faith. Therefore, you must affirm and live in the consciousness of that righteousness.
Every so often, declare, “In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I am righteous with the righteousness of Christ.” If you don’t do that, you may struggle endlessly, trying to attain by works what God already gave you as a gift. Many live this way without realizing it. On days when they think they’ve behaved well or done nothing wrong, they feel more confident that God will hear their prayers.
But that’s a dangerous mindset because it means basing your confidence or approval with God on personal performance rather than on the finished redemptive work of Christ. God never asked you to establish your own righteousness. The Bible says Jesus was made sin for us so that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him.
Some even think humility means constantly denouncing themselves before God, making statements such as, “Lord, I’m nothing; we’re all so unworthy and unrighteous before you.” But that’s not what God wants. He doesn’t delight in your self-denunciation, self-condemnation or self-recrimination. One was already condemned and crucified for you, and His Name is Jesus; He took your place.
Acts 13:38-39 (NKJV) tells us, “Therefore let it be known to you, brethren, that through this Man is preached to you the forgiveness of sins; and by Him everyone who believes is justified from all things from which you could not be justified by the law of Moses.” What God wants is for you to believe in and live according to what Christ accomplished in your behalf. The Apostle Paul says, “...if one died for all, then were all dead” (2 Corinthians 5:14). He died that you might live.
Now, you live for Him, in glory and in righteousness, effortlessly pleasing Him. This is the Christian life: it’s not about struggling to impress God through human effort; it’s about responding to His love by walking in His Word. The more you affirm who you are in Christ, the more that reality dominates your life. Therefore, think and speak righteousness. Live in the consciousness of your justification and right-standing with God.
PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for making me the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus. I live in the consciousness of my right-standing with you and walk in the light of your Word today. My life is a manifestation of your grace, love, and righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
Romans 5:17 KJV
For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.
Philippians 3:7-9 KJV
But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ, And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith:
Romans 3:21-22 KJV
But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference:
Romans 10:1-4 KJV
DAILY SCRIPTURE READING
1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Ephesians 3:1-21 and Isaiah 19-22
2-Year Bible Reading Plan
2 Timothy 2:1-10 and Jeremiah 44
#RhapsodySept26
President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, President Xi Jinping, and Madame Peng Liyuan participate in a landmark summit at the White House. | September 24, 2026
@bennyjohnson An avalanche of crush-outs and endless meltdowns underway. 😹 Elon could do a funny thing by owning the largest share then switch CNN into a cartoon channel 😅😅 I mean the ‘C’ is already there
SPECIALISE IN THE WORD
(Keep Learning God’s Word)
TO THE BIBLE - Joshua 1:8
“This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”
LET’S TALK
Dr David Yonggi Cho once told a story about how, as a young preacher, he tried to spice up his sermons with philosophy to show the people how learned he was. After the service, he met an elderly man who happened to be a Professor of philosophy. All the while he thought he impressed the congregation, the elderly man wasn’t impressed. He advised the young preacher to stop trying to impress anyone with his “elementary” philosophy. Pastor Cho, though unhappy about the rebuke, made up his mind to specialise in the Bible.
That’s what I made up my mind a long time ago to do, and I encourage you to do the same. Even if you’re amazing at sports, gaming, music, or school, make sure you’re also a “Word Specialist.” Get to know God by studying the Word, and let it be your go-to guide no matter where you are. Memorise the Scriptures.
To experience true and lasting success in life, the Word of God is what you need: “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success” (Joshua 1:8). God’s Word will make you an all-round success, including your academics.
It doesn’t matter how smart you are in school or how talented you are at anything else; what really matters is becoming an expert in God’s Word. Keep learning it, living it, and letting it guide your choices. That’s how you’ll manifest success in life.
GO DEEPER
2 Timothy 2:1 Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
Psalm 1:2-3 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. [3] And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.
PRAY
Dear Father, thank you for the precious and eternal gift of your Word. As I study your Word, I declare that my heart is open to receive it with faith, gladness, and meekness. Your Word is my life and my meditation, and I apply myself to knowing it and living by what it says, in the Name of Jesus. Amen.
DAILY BIBLE READING
ONE YEAR
Ephesians 1:1-14, Amos 5-9
TWO YEAR
Luke 24:28-39, 2 Samuel 19-20
ACT
Pick one verse from today’s article. Write it down. Read it three times today: morning, afternoon, and night. Let it sink in deep.
#Teevo
#RhapsodySept24
.@POTUS: “Last year my administration was forced to intervene to stop an obscure UN body, the International Maritime Organization, from secretly establishing a first ever global carbon tax...There is no global government — and while I am President, there will be NO GLOBAL TAXES."
LOVE THE CHURCH FROM YOUR HEART
📖Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood (Acts 20:28).
The Church of Jesus Christ is the most powerful organism in the world. We’re far more than an organization; we’re an organism. The Church is a living thing, the living body of Christ in the earth. This is why your attitude towards the Church matters a great deal. You must consciously love the Church of God from the depths of your heart.
The Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, describes the Church as that which God “purchased with his own blood.” The Lord Jesus paid an extraordinary price for the Church, the price of His blood, His very life. Therefore, to love Christ is to love His Church.
This love must go beyond the walls of your local assembly or denomination. Sometimes, people become so conscious of denominational differences; names, structures, or traditions that they forget the greater truth: we’re all one body in Christ. The local assembly down your street, though different from yours in style or administration, is still made up of God’s people. Love them. Appreciate them. Pray for them. Honour the work God is doing through them.
The Bible says in Ephesians 4:4, *“There is one body, and one Spirit….”*. We aren’t rivals competing against one another; we’re one body, one family, brothers and sisters in Christ. When this understanding fills your heart, it’ll rid it of jealousy, strife and division to see and relate with fellow Christians with greater love, honour and sincerity because you recognize that the same life of Christ flows through all of us. What a blessing to belong to the family of God; it’s the greatest family in the world. Praise God!
*🙏PRAYER*
Dear Father, thank you for making me a member of the body of Christ. I walk in love for the Church and for every member of the family of God. I honour and appreciate your work and your grace in the lives of fellow Christians around the world, and I declare that they’re strong in faith, giving glory to you always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
*FURTHER STUDY*
*1 Corinthians 12:12-13 KJV*
For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ. [13] For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit.*
*Psalm 133:1 KJV* Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
*Ephesians 4:1-5 KJV*
I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, [2] With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; [3] Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. [4] There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; [5] One Lord, one faith, one baptism,
*📖DAILY SCRIPTURE READING📖*
*1-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>*
Ephesians 1:1-14 & Isaiah 11-12
*2-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>*
1 Timothy 6:1-16 & Jeremiah 41
#RhapsodySept23
FILTER IT
(Guard Your Heart)
📖 TO THE BIBLE - Proverbs 4:23
"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life."
LET'S TALK ⏩
Filters are designed to allow only the good parts of a solution or mixture pass through, while the undesirable parts are caught and held back. That's the same principle the Spirit of God shows us in our opening scripture. Your mind is the door to your spirit, and whatever thoughts or words you allow through will shape your spirit. That's why you need to screen and filter what enters your heart.
Every day, we hear and see all kinds of information, positive and negative. You need a spiritual filter: guard your heart and refuse to process anything that doesn't line up with God's Word. For example, if someone says, *"Life is impossible for teens like us,"* or you hear bad news about the economy, don't let those words define you. Remind yourself: *"God has great plans for me, and I walk in His blessings."*
Use the Word of God as a filter to stop wrong thoughts from taking root in your heart. Whatever life you're living now comes from your thoughts and words. The Bible says, "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind...." (Romans 12:2). Transformation starts with your thought patterns. Reject fear, lack, or negativity. Instead, focus on success in school, relationships, talents, and joy that comes from God's Word.
Choose thoughts of victory, health, prosperity, happiness, and fulfilment---whatever aligns with God's Word. Every time you scroll, watch a video, or listen to someone, ask: "Does this encourage God's truth or plant fear?" Let His Word guide what you accept. Keep vigilant watch over your heart because what you allow will shape who you become.
📚 Go Deeper
Philippians 4:8
"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things."
Romans 12:2
"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God."
📢 Pray
Dear Father, thank you for your Word that gives me the right information to think and meditate upon. I declare that your Word will continually find a fertile ground in my heart and produce in me everything it talks about, in Jesus' Name. Amen
📖 "Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Galatians 6:1-18; Amos 1-4
TWO YEAR
Luke 24:13-27; 2 Samuel 17-18
🔥 Act
When a negative thought tries to settle, open your mouth and reject it.
Note: You don't fight thoughts with thoughts; you fight thoughts with words.
#Teevo
#RhapsodySept23
🚨 President Trump just made a GREAT point about those claiming AI is going to kiII us all
"The very same people who said we'll all be dead in 12 years because of GLOBAL WARMING..these are the SAME PEOPLE that are now saying that AI is going to kill us all."
It's the same people, every single time 😂