Magnificent Life

"Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his saints; but let them not turn back to folly. Psalm 85:8 God is always speaking to us through His word and His creation. We need to be still and listen. Sometimes it's through a whisper, sometimes through a loud crash. But God is always speaking. We see His handiwork in the beauty of a sunset and hear His voice in the pages of Scripture. To know God, we must learn to listen for His voice in His creation and Word. He speaks to us about who He is, His love for us, and His plan for our lives. Through creation, He reveals Himself as the powerful and loving Creator who knows and cares for us. His desire is for us to know Him and to have a relationship with Him. He speaks to us in many ways, but we often fail to listen. God's word is a source of guidance and wisdom for believers. It can be interpreted differently, but ultimately it is a way for God to communicate with His people (John 8:47). Through studying the Bible, we can le

"And the LORD came, and stood, and called as at other times, Samuel, Samuel. Then Samuel answered, Speak; for thy servant heareth."1 Samuel 3:10 God is always speaking to us, though we may not always be attuned to the frequency. By paying attention to our thoughts, emotions, and experiences, we can begin to understand the language of God. This communication from God is often felt more than it is heard, though it can also come in the form of a quiet voice or nudge. Our job is to be still and listen for the ways God is trying to reach us. God's voice is active and alive in our lives. It is a constant presence in our lives, whether we are paying attention or not. His voice will continue to reveal His character, purpose, and the deepest secret of things in life. Please do not take his voice for granted because it's sharper than any two-edged sword. It is factual that contemporary Christians give little or no attention to God's voice. How I wish I could emphasize this, even while raising our children. Samuel was j

"For the Lord GOD will help Me; Therefore, I will not be disgraced; Therefore, I have set My face like a flint, And I know that I will not be ashamed." Isaiah 50:7. In a world that is often unpredictable and full of turmoil, it can be difficult to trust that anything or anyone will remain constant. However, when we put our trust in God, we can be confident that He will never fail us. Though we may face challenges and trials in this life, God is always with us, providing us with strength, comfort, and hope. When we trust in Him, we can rest assured that He will never let us down. God never fails to keep His words and His promises. God will never let you down in any situation; all His demands are persistence and strong faith in Him. God's word and promises to multiply and make a nation through Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob never failed. David defeated Goliath because God never fails. We can remember Hannah as one of the people who enjoyed the unfailing power of God. She was so depressed because she didn't have a ch

"For there is one God and one mediator between God and humanity, the man Christ Jesus" 1 Timothy 2:5 Christ is the key to our relationship with God. Through him, we can have a personal relationship with God. Christ is the bridge that links us to God because the expected relationship between God and humanity was initially broken in the Garden of Eden. Human being lost their mutual connection with the almighty God, and the proper mode of worship and interaction was not regained until our mediator appeared. Jesus, our loving mediator, brought back the privilege for every human to speak and to hear from God. We could worship in spirit and truth again, unlike when people worship and live in fear of God. Our only fear now is to honor and reference God as our father. Jesus has done the best for us by standing as an intermediary between humans and God. He went through the cross, prayed breathtakingly, fasted, and learned obedience to ensure that the two parties reached a mutual consensus. He bridges the gap between t

"For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." Matthew 6:14 According to Luke 11:4, forgiveness is the key to unlocking God's blessings. It is like an exchange currency that allows us to receive God's forgiveness. Remember, without forgiveness, we would be removed from God and His love. When we think of forgiveness, we often think of it in personal relationships. We forgive someone who has wronged us, and in doing so, we hope to repair the relationship. However, forgiveness is also an important concept in terms of finance. When we forgive someone who wrongs us, we are effectively canceling their debt. This is an act of generosity that can be beneficial to both parties involved. The Bible says: "forgive them who have wronged you, for they know not what they do." Though some of our actions may lead to an offense, and when offenses are not rightly approached, it will unavoidably lead to unforgiveness. On different occasions and in various teachings, the scriptures admonish

"The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So, it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit." John 3:8 C. H. Spurgeon once said, "When men are perishing, it would be cruel to interest their minds or amuse their fancies. We must give earnest heed to their necessities. Is it famine that slays them? We must give them food. Is it a disease? Let us give the medicine. Now the spiritual needs of men are urgent, and the most pressing is their regeneration: they must be born again or lost." In other words, being born again is every humankind necessity because it is a change of heart to live according to God's will, not just a change of skin. As we can see, the glimpse of being born again benefits in today's Bible verse, which says. "The wind blows where it wishes, and you hear its sound, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So, it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit." When one is born again, they are cleansed of all si

"Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, except a man be born again; he cannot see the kingdom of God." John 3:3. Have you ever wondered what it means to be born again? In John 3:7, Jesus said, "you must be born again." But what does that mean? Being born again is a spiritual rebirth. It's not something that happens physically. Instead, it's a transformation that takes place in our hearts and minds when we say Yes to the will of God. It's a new way of life, made possible by the power of the Holy Spirit. There was a man named Nicodemus in the Bible. He was a spiritual leader and a great man, and one night while speaking to Jesus Christ, Nicodemus asked Him what is the requirement to go to heaven. Jesus told him, "You must be born again." It sounds so nonobvious that we should be BORN AGAIN before entering or seeing the Kingdom of heaven. However, when genuine born-again Christians look back at their life and the salvation they receive, they will tell you that being born again has bee

"While Peter was still speaking these words, the Holy Spirit came on all who heard the message." Act 10:44. God is always ready to give you an answer, provide guidance, and be a guide. Therefore, when you need help, ask God. When your heart is troubled or broken, seek Him out and ask Him. When you feel like giving up, ask God to help you find strength and courage again and again. When you're feeling hopeless, ask Him to help you find hope. When you're struggling, ask Him to help you find hope again and again. Always ready for you. In this noisiness of everyday life, we often forget that God is always ready for us when we need him most. Let me tell you, miracles still happen every day. I'm sure yours is coming soon! You might be amazed by how God heals and deliver people. A miracle happens differently; an instant miracle can occur while the minister is preaching, teaching, or awaiting a miracle for God's glory. Sometimes, God doesn't wait for that session to end before heals. Just via the Word, God supernatura

They kept asking, "What does he mean by a little while? We don't understand what he is saying." John 16:18. A little while can be the best thing that ever happened to you if you believe the word of God and follow it. However, the good news for you as you go out today; in a little while, you shall be … Can you kindly fill in those words that you felt impossible because, in a little while, it shall be done in Jesus' name. Prophesy a little while, resist a little while, deny yourself a little while, and enjoy eternity forever. Welcome to a new day as the Lord has ordained, and with the assurance that He has ordained today, I wish to let you know that in a little while, your joy shall overflow. As believers, we are to be men and women of hope, fully persuaded that it is the key to opening the door before us. Paul spoke about three strong pillars of the Christian walk, and one of them is hope. Hope, to a believer, shouldn't be abstract like you know in English. Hope is similar to faith and a supporting pillar to t

"Look at those who are honest and good, for a wonderful future awaits those who love peace." Psalm 37:37 Many people struggle with forming good habits, let alone keeping them up. Whether waking up early, working out, eating healthy, or studying, it can be tough to stick to a routine. But it's worth it! Not only does forming good habits lead to better physical and mental health, but it also leads to increased productivity and a more successful life. Forming good habits can be difficult, but it is important to start with small goals and build from there. When trying to form a new habit, it's important to start small. If your goal is to wake up at 6 am every day, start by waking up at 6:30 am for a week. Once you've mastered that, move on to 6 am the next week. And so on. This gradual approach will make it easier for you to stick to the habit, and eventually, you'll be able to do it without even thinking about it. Joshua 1:7 says, "Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by renewing your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:2 One of the essential keys to self-discipline is the ability to prioritize and manage one's time and resources to achieve goals. It is an important life skill that can help individuals succeed academically and professionally. Those who are self-disciplined can set boundaries for themselves and stick to them, even when faced with temptation or distractions. They understand the importance of doing what is necessary to reach their goals and are willing to make sacrifices to stay on track. Though many people struggle with self-discipline, they want to be disciplined but find it difficult to do what they need to do. Part of the problem may be that they do not understand their priorities. I Corinthians 10:13 says, "No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be temp

"Before they call, I will answer; while they are still speaking, I will hear." Isaiah 65:24 Today's scripture from Isaiah is a wonderful promise from The Lord that He will answer us before we even have a chance to call on Him. It is an assurance that He is always listening to us and is ready and willing to help us in our time of need. This promise symbolizes the great love and cares that The Lord has for us. We can trust that He will be there for us no matter what we are going through. I remember a miraculous story from our WhatsApp subscriber who had always wanted children, but her body wouldn't cooperate. Finally, she texted me with a prayer request that she desperately wanted a child, or her husband's family would drive her out. My heart sank as she requested such a prayer of desperation. Next, I prayed for her to conceive a child, and finally, God answered her prayers her prayer within a month of that prayer. She was overjoyed when she found out she was pregnant. Now, She thanked God daily for His wonderf

"Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things thou knowest not." Jeremiah 33:3 Don't hesitate to call on God if you feel lost or alone. If you need anything, call on God. When you have access to a functioning mobile phone, you can communicate with another person on the other end of the line. Before this technological advancement, communication was greatly restricted, especially between people in different geographical locations. Despite technological development, God has always been available for us to communicate with. God instructed us that we can reach Him by calling on Him. He said it and promised to answer when we call on Him and show us great and mighty things that we know not. If we can believe and put what technological advancements have offered us into use, why then do we neglect this great offer from God, An offer to call Him? Consequentially, we live in great ignorance and refuse to accept this factual truth. A simple proof of this is our nonchalant attitude to His fe

"One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple." Psalm 27:4 In today's Bible verse, the Psalmist perceived God's beauty in His perfection. This is because the author believes God and His beauty are perfect. This belief leads David to desire to see and know God more because he knows that seeing and knowing God more will bring him great joy and peace. Therefore, as you take in the beauty of God, it fills you with a desire to know Him better and to seek Him more.  Remember, thinking about the physical beauty of God is one thing, but experiencing that beauty in the spiritual is something we need to consider. The Bible is full of examples of God's beauty. For instance, in the book of Revelation, John described God as "the Lamb that was slain, who is the radiant light of the throne of God and the Lamb" (Revelation 21:23). When Isaiah saw God, he said, "Woe to me! I am ruined!

 "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful; I know that full well." Psalm 139:14 Today's Bible verse helps us see that God sees us as His perfect creation. You are fearfully and wonderfully made and are exactly whom He wants you to be. There is nothing wrong about you and nothing about you that He does not know or love. So, when you look at yourself, you should see perfection - not in an arrogant way, but in a way that recognizes your value and worth in His eyes. When you see yourself through His eyes, you can start to believe that you are worthy of His love and care. To see God's Beauty in His Perfection, you must take a step back and look at your lives through His eyes; it's easy to feel like you're falling short. Don't let me deceive you; everyone has made mistakes in one way or the other, sometimes big ones. Some people can be selfish and unkind sometimes, while others can be impatient and quick to anger. But when we remember that we are fearfully and won

"Great are the works of the LORD; they are pondered by all who delight in them." Psalm 111:2 When we behold the beauty of God's creation, we see a reflection of His perfection. Just as flawless diamond catches and reflects light, so does the natural world reflect the light of its Creator. In the same way that a work of art is beautiful because it is an expression of the artist's vision, so too is naturally beautiful because it is a manifestation of God's perfection. I can't help but be filled with awe and wonder of God. Every detail is perfect, from the smallest molecule to the largest galaxy. It's all a testimony to the greatness of our Creator. When we take a moment to stop and look around us and see all that God has created, it is beautiful. From the mountains and valleys to the rivers and oceans, to the trees and flowers, to the sun and moon and stars, to the animals and birds, everything is a manifestation of God's perfection. Psalm 118:29 says, "Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadf

"The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands." Psalm 19:1 We can see God's beauty in His perfection by reading today's Bible verse. We can see how perfect and amazing God is by looking at the stars and the sky, even though some people think of God as a being who is old and angry. Someone who is distant and uninvolved in our lives. The truth is that He is far from that. Instead, the Bible tells us that God is a loving Father who desires to have a relationship with us. One of the ways that we can see God's love and care for us is by looking at His creation. The world was created by God and is a reflection of His beauty and perfection. Psalm 19:1 says, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day, they pour forth speech; night after night, they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard." In other words, the world is full of beauty, and it is a glimpse of the wonder of God. We can see His ha

"For the LORD, your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe." Deuteronomy 10:17 God is perfect in His beauty, and His perfection is seen in His creation. His handiwork is seen in the intricacies of the universe and the minute details of everyday life. To see God's beauty is to see the world through His eyes and appreciate its order and harmony. It is to know the purpose and meaning behind everything that exists and to be awestruck by the magnificence of it all. Therefore, let us behold our King, our God - the unchanging changer! Oh, great King, the mighty that created heaven and earth and reigned over all. The awesome Lord of hosts, the great God that shows no partiality. The mighty God gave us life and power, the great God whose name is to be praised. The mighty God redeemed us with the eye o mercy and sent his only son into the world to save us from sin and death. The mighty God who raised Jesus Christ as savior and redeemer of t

"They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do." Psalm 1:3 Have you ever gotten a prescription of Happiness through reliance on God's word? The Psalmist promises that those who walk in His ways will be blessed with Happiness. This is because a life centered around God is one of order, peace, and joy. This type of prescription in the word of God promises guaranteed Happiness that is not found in the fleeting things of this world because to be like a tree planted by the rivers of water is to have a deep and abiding faith. Remember, a tree planted by the rivers of water will be continually watered and will grow to be tall and strong. So it is with those who live a God-centered life. They are constantly nurtured and strengthened by the Word of God and the Holy Spirit. As they grow in their faith, they bear fruit that blesses others and glorifies God. Like a tree, a Godly person is firmly rooted in the truth of Scripture. They

"Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him." Psalm 34:8 Everyone wants to be happy. It's a basic human need that we all crave. But unfortunately, happiness doesn't come easy for everyone. (I prayed, sorrow will not be your portion in Jesus' name. Amen). In fact, for many, it seems to be nothing more than a fleeting moment that may appear every once in a while. But what if there was a prescription for guaranteed happiness? God has the answer. In Psalm 1:1-6, we read, "Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by water streams, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers. Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away. Therefore, the wicked will not stand in the judgment nor sinners in the assembly o