Rhapsody of Realities July 22nd 2025, ACT ON THE WORD TO EFFECT CHANGES

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD

….Wherefore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward: But lift thou up thy rod, and stretch out thine hand over the sea, and divide it: and the children of Israel shall go on dry ground through the midst of the sea (Exodus 14:15-16).

Some Christians experience a certain kind of frustration in their lives because they fail to act on the Word. They pray and try to “persuade” God to do what they are to do. For example, they want Him to change a situation He already gave us power and authority to change.

Take for example the case of Moses and the children of Israel as they were trapped between the Red Sea and Pharaoh’s advancing army. They cried out in fear. But Moses reassured them of God’s salvation and began to cry out to God to do something. However, God urgently interrupted Moses with the words we read in our opening scripture above. God said to Moses, “You do something; stretch forth your hand and divide the sea.”

In obedience, Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, spoke words, and the Red Sea parted. God’s power was activated the moment Moses acted on His instruction and spoke in faith. Until Moses did something, the miracle didn’t happen. This teaches us that unless you take action to change your circumstances, they may remain unchanged.

So, don’t seek to persuade God to act when you’re the one to exercise authority and take action according to His Word. God has already done His part by giving you His Word and the liberty to act on it. For example, He said in 1 Corinthians 2:12-13, “Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God, Which things also we speak…”

Notice the principle: You have to speak the things that have been freely given to you by God. If you don’t say it, it’ll not work. Your faith-filled words, spoken in alignment with the Word, activate His power in your life. So, speak God’s Word over your life and see His power manifest in your behalf. The blessings and results are for those who act on the Word, the doers of the Word. James 1:22, “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.”

CONFESSION
I’m a doer of the Word, and my faith-filled words activate the power of God in my life. As I act on the Word, I experience victory, transformation, and the fullness of God’s blessings today. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY
Mark 11:23
For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.

Luke 5:4-6
Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net. 6 And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.

Romans 10:8
But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, [even] in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach;

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING
1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Acts 27:27-44 & Psalms 23-25

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
Luke 10:10-24 & Joshua 19

DAILY AFFIRMATIONS:

Christ is made unto me wisdom, and in Him, I have access to the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. I possess limitless wisdom, understanding, and knowledge of witty inventions. I am prudent, skilled, and proficient in every area of my life. I devise the best solutions to any challenge, and I am full of sound wisdom, counsel, and discretion. Christ is my wisdom, and with Him, there is nothing beyond my ability to handle. I am endowed with sound knowledge and understanding. I am strong, mighty, and powerful. My words are righteous and princely, and my lips speak truth always. I have an understanding heart, and my words are always in alignment with God’s will. Wisdom has been given to me by God, and I lack nothing. I know that nothing is beyond me, and I approach every situation with a wise and discerning heart.

I think the right thoughts, speak the right words, and receive the results of God’s Word in my life. I exercise authority over my body, which is healthy and sound from the crown of my head to the soles of my feet. My body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and no sickness or disease can dwell in it. I am empowered to live in divine health, and I declare that I am whole and well. I am sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency, and His grace is enough for me in all things. Grace, the lifting power of God, attracts the right people, materials, and resources into my life. I am positioned for success and victory. I think thoughts of peace, joy, prosperity, and good health, knowing that God’s grace ensures that I have all that I need.

I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms, far above all principality, power, and dominion. I am chosen, royal, and peculiar. I experience the supernatural power of God in my life daily. I reign in righteousness, and no weapon formed against me shall prosper. I dwell in God’s peace, with my mind focused on His Word, and I am kept in perfect peace continually. God has given me the Spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I experience His power working mightily in me and make full proof of it every day. I reign, rule, and dominate my world through His limitless power. I sail through life triumphantly, living with ease, glory, and excitement. My family and my health are at rest, and everything I do prospers in Jesus’ name. Amen. Speak in tongues.