Rhapsody of Realities September 25th 2025, BUILT TO LAST, DESIGNED FOR GLORY

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18).

The Church of Jesus Christ is not weak or fragile; it’s indestructible. It’s not an organization trying to survive; it’s a divine institution built by the Lord Jesus Himself. He declared, “I will build my church,” and what He builds is eternal, powerful and glorious. You’re a part of His Church, not as a bystander, but as a living stone (1 Peter 2:5).

That means you were chosen, shaped and placed by God in the Body of Christ to reflect His glory and fulfil His purpose. You’re not a mistake. You’re built to last and designed to shine. You’re not a part of something that can fail. The Church is not subject to the systems or structures of this world. We operate heavenly principles. We’re powered by the Holy Spirit and governed by the Word.

That’s why persecution, opposition, or adversity cannot destroy us. Instead, we grow stronger, more vibrant, and more impactful. James 1:2 says, “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations.” Romans 8:35 tells us that there’s no amount of tribulation, distress, persecution, famine, perils or suffering that can prevail against us.

Then from verses 37-39, it says, “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” The gates of hell, the strategies, structures and systems of darkness will never prevail against the Church. We’re more than conquerors.

We have Satan where He belongs: under our feet. We’re in dominion. We’re reigning. We’re joint-heirs with Christ, associates of the God-kind, vessels of eternal excellence. We’re unstoppable. The glory of God is revealed in and through us. That’s the Church of Jesus Christ today—built to last, designed for glory

PRAYER
Dear Father, thank you for making me a living stone in the glorious Church of Jesus Christ—built to last and designed for glory. Thank you for the authority you’ve granted us to execute your will and manifest your glory in the earth. Today, your children, all over the world, walk in power, purpose and victory as they proclaim the Gospel, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY
‭‭Matthew 16:18-19 KJV
And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 19 And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.

‭‭Ephesians 2:19-22 KJV
Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God; 20 And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner [stone]; 21 In whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord: 22 In whom ye also are builded together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READING
1-Year Bible Reading Plan
Ephesians 2:11-22 & Isaiah 15-18

2-Year Bible Reading Plan
John 1:1-13 & 2 Samuel 23-24

DAILY AFFIRMATIONS:

Christ is my wisdom. I’m filled with the fullness of God; loaded with all power, glory, might, and grace! The totality of divinity is fully present in my spirit and uniquely expressed through me! I display the perfections of Christ in sound health and with a life that is sickness-free. I am full of the joy of the Holy Ghost, and that joy gives me strength and vitality every day. I have in me an indestructible life! I declare that my faith is alive and producing health in my body, therefore; I refuse to entertain doubts in my heart, for I know my faith always works. I’m not moved by what I see, feel or hear; I’m only moved by the Word of God.

I am a new creation, born with the life and nature of God. I’m an associate of the God-kind, in vital, inseparable oneness and union with divinity. I’m superior to Satan, and I am above the forces of darkness, because I’ve been brought into the God-kind, a divine pantheon. I affirm that divinity is at work in me. I have the life of God in me. This life destroys sickness and death; therefore, I walk in health and wellness. I cannot be sick! Divinity works and flows from the crown of my head to the soles of my feet. I thank the Lord for this grace that I lavishly enjoy. God’s stamp and seal of perfection are on me, certifying my health, success, victory, effectiveness, and glory.

I am surrounded with God’s favour as a shield, and positioned by His grace for a life of peace and total prosperity! I win every day, because I live by the faith of Jesus Christ. His divine power has given me everything I require for life and godliness, and I know it. Therefore, I rejoice in my victories, prosperity, and blessed life in Christ. 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 in Jesus’ name. Amen. Speak in tongues.