Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD And I set my face unto the Lord God, to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting… (Daniel 9:3) The Bible talks about those who served the Lord with fasting and prayers night and day. We’re to emulate their faith, gain from their examples, and carry on the same practice in our walk with God. For example, in Luke 2:36-37, we read about Anna, a prophetess, who literally lived in the temple: “And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity; And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.” Also, in Acts 13, Paul and Barnabas, along with other leaders, dedicated themselves to fasting and prayer: “Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers…. As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work where unto I have called them. And when they had fasted and prayed, and laid their hands on them, they sent them away” (Acts 13:1-3). In Acts 14:23, Paul and Barnabas continued this same culture: “And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.” In fact, Paul, in 2 Corinthians 11, while enumerating several credentials of his ministry and apostleship, made specific reference to fasting: _”In weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings often, in cold and nakedness” (2 Corinthians 11:27). Furthermore, the Lord Jesus Himself set the ultimate example of fasting as recorded in Matthew 4:2: “And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred.” This was a time of intense spiritual preparation before He began His public ministry. These and other examples in Scripture establish a precedence for us: we’re to serve the Lord in fasting as often as it’s required since we have the same ministry and operate by the same Spirit. It’s one of the ways to maintain inspiration and receive guidance to effectively carry out that which the Lord has committed to our hands. Glory to God! PRAYERDear Father, I thank you for the examples set before me in your Word. I walk in the same path of faith, discipline, and devotion, serving through prayer and fasting, and fulfilling my calling with diligence and power. Thank you for the divine culture of your Word that shapes my life and ensures my continual victory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDY:Nehemiah 1:4 NKJVSo it was, when I heard these words, that I sat down and wept, and mourned for many days; I was fasting and praying before the God of heaven. Acts 13:1-3 NIVNow in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch) and Saul. 2 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” 3 So after they had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them and sent them off. Luke 2:36-37 NKJVNow there was one, Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity; 37 and this woman was a widow [a]of about eighty-four years, who did not depart from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1 Year Bible Reading PlanRomans 1:18-32 & Psalms 35-37 2 Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 11:14-26 & Joshua 24 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: My life is the revelation of the graces and realities of God’s Word! I live triumphantly over sickness, disease, satan, and the systems of this world. I live the supernatural life; a life of victory, glory, peace, and dominion. I’ve passed from death to life, from sin to righteousness, and from sickness to health. I am of God. I live in the ageless and deathless zone. I have eternal life; therefore, no disease or infection can fasten itself to my body. I do not suffer from diseases of old age, for I am renewed daily by the Word. I am bursting forth in divine health always. I have the eternal life of God; therefore, I am not affected by anything that hurts. My life is a life of ever-increasing glory and peace. I flourish in God’s rest. I am not a victim of circumstance but an absolute victor in Christ Jesus. The grace of God is working in me mightily and evidently. This grace is multiplied in my life. I experience a quantum leap in grace. I walk in exponential grace, and I take advantage of the grace of God. Christ is made unto me wisdom. In Him, I have access to all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Therefore, I have limitless wisdom. I am prudent. I have knowledge of witty inventions. I am skillful, proficient and knowledgeable. I devise the best solutions in every circumstance. I have discretion. Counsel is mine. I am full of sound wisdom. I am in the centre of God’s will for my life and I am equipped with all things that pertain to life and godliness. I am filled with the fullness of God! The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yes, I have a goodly heritage. I do not struggle nor respond in fear because God had not given unto me the spirit of fear. I’m eternally victorious in Christ. I have power over crises; I’m prospering exceedingly, manifesting the righteousness and dominion of Christ everywhere. I live above, and far beyond the distracting elements
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world (1 John 4:4). One of the ways to keep your body permanently in health is praying in the Holy Spirit; giving your physical body frequent Holy Ghost doses. The Bible says, “…If the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you” (Romans 8:11). This means the Holy Ghost vitalizes, energizes and rejuvenates your body. As you pray in tongues, the Holy Spirit will stir up in you the Word of God that’s in your spirit. Soon enough you’ll find that you’re pacing the floor, declaring, “I am of God; I’m born of God; the greater One lives in me; He permeates every fibre of my being, every bone of my body, and every cell of my blood. He fills my head, my hands, and my feet. He perambulates my heart, my blood, my lungs, my kidneys, my eyes. I am saturated with God! Hallelujah!” Do this today and every other day; speak in tongues with your mind focused on the power of God coursing through your being. Then keep declaring, “My body is invigorated with supernatural strength, and I am energized by the power of the Holy Spirit. Sickness has no power over me because I have taken hold of eternal life. I am not moved by symptoms or circumstances because my faith is the victory that overcomes the world. I live in victory every day. Hallelujah!” Stir up yourself in the Holy Ghost like this, speaking in tongues and declaring God’s Word until your whole body vibrates with the power of God and your spiritual atmosphere is charged with divine energy. That way, you’ve regulated things in the realm of the Spirit. It makes no difference whatever may be happening around you or the sickness that may be plaguing others; you’re unmoved because you’re strengthened and energized by the Holy Ghost, filled with divine might and ability to dominate the forces of darkness and tame circumstances. PRAYERDear Father, I thank you for the Holy Spirit who vitalizes my body and saturates my entire being with divine power. I’m strengthened and energized, filled with might and ability. I walk in health, dominion and victory every day, full of power, and full of glory, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDY: Acts 1:8But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Ephesians 5:18And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Romans 8:10 – 11And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness. 11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanRomans 1:1-17; Psalms 32-34 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 11:1-13; Joshua 23 ‘DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: I flourish exceedingly every day, everywhere, and at all times. I walk in health, victory, and triumph because I function in the Name of Jesus. My life is for glory and excellence. I manifest God’s bountiful blessings of success, prosperity, health, and joy, so that all may see and glorify Him. My life is exuberant with joy and I walk in the manifestations of God’s righteousness. I have received the abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness. I reign as a king in life by the Lord Jesus Christ. I am kinging and reigning in life. I reign over sin, death, disease, and infirmity. I have absolute dominion. I am righteousness conscious. Righteousness gives me dominion. I live above Satan and his vices. I have peace with God through the Lord Jesus Christ, I refuse to be subject to the elements of this world. Instead, I reign and I rule over them. The whole world is subdued before me. I have mastery over circumstances, demons, and their manipulations. I have victory in my health, finances, and in every situation. I am of God. I belong to Him and my origin is from God. I have overcome the world. I have defeated satan and the cohorts of darkness because Greater is He that is in me than He that is in the world. I refuse to fear sickness or any device of the devil. I am not ordinary. I am like the Lord Jesus. As He is, so am I in this world. I already have victory over Satan, death, hell, and the world. I am fearless. I have no sense of lack. I live in absolute mastery and dominion over all things. The same Holy Spirit that worked in Jesus is at work in me today, causing me to shine in health, peace with prosperity, and unstoppable success. Through me, Christ – the perfection of beauty – shines. God made me perfect; there is nothing in me that should not be there, and there is nothing that should be in me that isn’t there. I unleash health, prosperity, and victory in my life. I walk in victory and dominion over Satan, as well as the world and its systems. Whatsoever is born of God overcomes the world. I am born of God; therefore, I have overcome the world. It makes no difference the difficulties that may come my way, I am victorious in all things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Speak in tongues.
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6). Live your life every day, conscious of the reality that the Lord is at work in you, and that He’s faithful to complete the good work He’s started in you! That means no need to struggle with whatever assignment He’s committed to your hands. He’ll see to it that you complete it gloriously. All you need is to rely on His divine power working in you. It brings to mind what Paul, by the Spirit, tells us in Philippians 2:13, “For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.” This means that it’s God Himself who is at work in you, making you willing and giving you the ability to do His good pleasure. He’s actively working in you, inspiring and enabling you to fulfil His divine purpose. How could you fail when God is working in you? You’re His operational headquarters here on earth, functioning by His divine ability. You’re a success because He is at work in you. His divine presence in you ensures that you accomplish His purpose. Hallelujah! This means you can actively win souls in large numbers into the Kingdom, the Lord working in and with you. Consider what the angel of the Lord said to Gideon in Judges 6:14: “…Go in this thy might, and thou shalt save Israel from the hand of the Midianites…” God was telling Gideon that what he had was sufficient. The same applies to you. What you have is enough. Christ in you is enough. God at work in you is enough. You can call forth men and women from the north, south, east and west of your city into salvation in your intercession. They’ll converge unto you because God is working in you. You’re a burning and a shining light. You’re burning with the fire of the Holy Ghost, and that fire will attract many into the Kingdom. The hand of God is mighty upon you; therefore, you’re increasing in grace, strength, and impact. PRAYERDear Father, your power is at work in me, causing me to accomplish great things for the Kingdom. I am a burning and a shining light, a soul winner, and a beacon of your glory. Your Spirit is mighty in me, and through me, many are drawn into the Kingdom. Thank you for the unstoppable spread of the Gospel in the nations of the world, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDY:Colossians 1:29whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily. Judges 6:14-16And the LORD looked upon him, and said, Go in this thy might, and thou shalt save Israel from the hand of the Midianites: have not I sent thee? 15 And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, wherewith shall I save Israel? behold, my family is poor in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house. 16 And the LORD said unto him, Surely I will be with thee, and thou shalt smite the Midianites as one man. Ephesians 3:20Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 28:17-31 & Psalms 30-31 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 10:38-42 & Joshua 22 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: I am a product of the Word; what the Word says about me is the truth, and it is my reality. I dwell in Zion, the city whose builder and maker is God. Where I live, nobody says “I am sick,” because divine health is embedded in the everlasting life that we enjoy. No illness can abide in my body because I carry God. No weapon formed against me shall prosper, because my life is hid in Christ, and Christ in God. In Him, I live, move, and have my being. I am bold, strong, and courageous in my daily walk of faith. My words are quick and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword. With my words, I cut down everything in my body that is contrary to God’s provisions for my health. I am not ordinary; for God has granted me the authority to heal the sick, raise the dead, forgive sins and turn men’s hearts to righteousness. I have eternal life in my spirit, because I’ve received Christ. Christ in me means glory in my life; it means divinity revealed and expressed in, and through me. I’m the expression of the beauties and righteousness of Christ. Life is at work in me; in every fiber of my being, in every cell of my blood and in every bone of my body. I function in the authority of Jesus, for as He is the effulgence of God’s glory, dispenser of His mercies, goodness and grace, so am I in this world! I am full of divine life and everything I do exudes my indestructible, inexhaustible, and incorruptible life. It emanates from me in words and deeds because as Jesus is, so am I. I can never be sick, broken, wounded, or defeated because I have this very life of God in me. I live the victorious life that God has called me into; a triumphant life that is above sickness, poverty, failure, and every disease. I take full advantage of the divine life that is at work in me, as I display the virtues and perfections of Christ. My body was fashioned for the Lord’s presence, and it is powered by the righteousness of God. I reject the world’s view about aging because I live in agelessness, wantlessness, and deathlessness. Each day, I get stronger and healthier because the Word of God renews my youth in Jesus’ Name. Amen. Speak in tongues.
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God (Romans 8:14). The prophet Jeremiah, speaking under the inspiration of the Spirit, delivered a divine declaration in Jeremiah 23:28: “The prophet that hath a dream, let him tell a dream; and he that hath my word, let him speak my word faithfully. What is the chaff to the wheat? saith the LORD.” Here, Jeremiah draws a sharp distinction between dreams and the Word. He acknowledges that some prophets may claim to have dreams, but those who truly possess God’s Word are obligated to deliver it faithfully and without alteration. Then, he says, “What is the chaff to the wheat?” Dreams are compared to God’s Word as chaff is to wheat. Chaff is the worthless husk separated from grain during threshing. And what do you do with chaff? You discard it. That’s what you need to do with dreams: discard them! While dreams were one way God communicated with His people in the Old Testament (e.g., Joseph in Genesis 37:5-10, Daniel in Daniel 7:1), from the moment the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost (Acts 2), the New Testament has no record of God using dreams as a means of revelation or guidance for His children. Those who continue to claim they are led by dreams are living an Old Testament life and ministry; they’re operating where God has already moved away from. Irrespective of your experiences, God’s way of ministering to His people in the Church age is by the Spirit, visions and the Word; not dreams. PRAYERDear Father, I thank you for the Holy Spirit who leads and guides me in all things. My steps are ordered by you, and my life is directed by your Word; therefore, I walk in truth, wisdom and the reality of your divine guidance, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDYActs 9:10-12And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I [am here], Lord. 11 And the Lord [said] unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for [one] called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth, 12 And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting [his] hand on him, that he might receive his sight. 2 Timothy 3:16-17All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. John 16:13Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, [that] shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come. Acts 13:2As they ministered to the Lord, and fasted, the Holy Ghost said, Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 28:1-16 & Psalms 26-29 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 10:25-37 & Joshua 20 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: My life is the expression of all that Christ is. His divine life is manifested through me. I live in the consciousness of my divine life and origin in Christ. I rule and reign in this life, independent of the financial systems of this world. I am fulfilling God’s purpose and plan for my life, walking in paths that He’s arranged for me. God has made all things I require for life and godliness available to me, and I celebrate the grace of prosperity and abundance that I enjoy as the seed of Abraham. The works of my hands are blessed and I am set on the path of permanent success and prosperity. I do not know when the heat comes, for I am fashioned to flourish like the cedar in Lebanon. I am a citizen of heaven, living by heavenly principles. I live in the Christ-environment where life is totally different; everything is glorious. I have absolute mastery over circumstances, and over the elements of this world. There’s no failure, weakness, defeat, sickness, disease, poverty or any of the negativities of life in me. All I have and experience are glory, righteousness, life and immortality, joy, health, peace, prosperity and abundance. I live in God’s perfect will for my life and I am in sync with His plans and purposes for my health. There are no impossibilities with me; therefore, I refuse to be discouraged because greater is He that is in me, than he that is in the world! I’m a victor in Christ Jesus. Fear, doubt, and unbelief have no place in me, for my faith in God and in His eternal Word is the victory that overcomes the world! Divinity is tabernacled in my physical body! I’m a new creation, not subject to the elements of this world. I live a transcendent life! I am more than a conqueror. I have overcome the world and its persecution, pains, delusion and wickedness. I have overcome the world and its hardship and greed! I am in Christ. I’m complete in Christ. I’m filled with all the fullness of God. The totality of divinity resides in me. I am God’s house, His living tabernacle. I am not an ordinary man; I am of the God kind! I am complete in Christ. No shortage! A perfect completion, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Speak in tongues.
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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.” CONFESSIONI’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 STUDYMark 11:23For 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 5:4-6Now 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 10:8But 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 READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 27:27-44 & Psalms 23-25 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 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
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith (1 John 5:4). Your life is your responsibility, and through the Word of God, you have the power to create the circumstances of your life. As a child, your parents were responsible for the situations surrounding your life. For instance, when Jesus was born, He was placed in a manger, not because He chose to be, but because that was where His parents put Him. On another occasion, the angel didn’t instruct Jesus but spoke to Joseph, saying, “…take the young child and his mother and flee into Egypt…” (Matthew 2:13). Jesus didn’t make that decision; He was just carried along as a baby. Even as He grew, He remained subject to Joseph and His mother Mary. However, when He came of age, He began making His own decisions, just like Moses who, when he came to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter (Hebrews 11:24). In the same way, you must come to the point where you decide and determine the circumstances of your life. Choose to live in victory no matter what. Decide you’re going to be a success at every level of your life and in everything you do because that’s the life you’ve been given in Christ. Don’t allow your environment dictate how you live. You’re not a victim of the economy or economics of this world; you’re the seed of Abraham, a victor always. 2 Corinthians 2:14 says, “Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.” We read in our opening verse, “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world….” You’re born of God and have overcome the world. You’re victorious in Christ. Therefore, choose to live victoriously every day. Live above the systems of this world. PRAYERDear Father, thank you for the power of your Word, and your Spirit that enables me to live victoriously every day above the systems of this world. I’m in charge and in control of my life and circumstances; I live by faith and create my own world of success and prosperity in line with your perfect will, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDYRomans 8:35-39Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? [shall] tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? 36 As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. 37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. 38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, 39 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, 2 Corinthians 2:14 MSGAnd I got it, thank God! In the Messiah, in Christ, God leads us from place to place in one perpetual victory parade. Through us, he brings knowledge of Christ. Everywhere we go, people breathe in the exquisite fragrance. John 16:33These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 27:1-26 & Psalms 21-22 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 10:1-9 & Joshua 18 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: I am a life-giving spirit and everything I touch or connect to receives life. My body is God’s house; the Holy Spirit perambulates every fiber of my being and every cell of my blood. I’m healthy and strong! Only the life and nature of Christ – His beauty and glory – are manifested in my physical body because He perambulates in me. I reign as a king in this life, changing situations and circumstances in my favour. I make decrees and they’re established, for the Word of God on my lips is God talking! I’ll never be discouraged or subject to the crippling principles of this world, because I reign and rule by the Word. Christ has brought perfection and excellence into my life. I am prospering exceedingly, manifesting the righteousness and dominion of Christ everywhere. I’m continually filled with the Spirit of God. I have the life and nature of God in me; therefore, I’m an overcomer and more than a conqueror. I live in Christ, where divinity reigns. I reign in prosperity with peace, health, and an abundance of wealth. I enjoy the supernatural life that God has given me. I am in union with the One who commands light to shine out of darkness. Like my heavenly Father, I speak forth life and my words are established over my health, finances, and everything that concerns me. I affirm that my gates are opened continually for wealth of the gentile to flow in. Everything I get involved in, works. In Christ, I have received the life of glory, honor, and excellence; a life where there’s no form of death, sickness, disease, or infirmity. My life is excellent and full of glory; I walk in absolute mastery, victory, safety, wellness, wholeness, and divine health because I’m in Christ and Christ is my life! His wisdom, righteousness, peace, glory, and joy are expressed through me, and my faith in the Word is the victory that overcomes the world. Today, I am living the life of victory and dominion that Jesus purchased for me through His vicarious death, burial, and resurrection. God’s Word is truth and everything He said about my health and my life is reality. My faith in the Word and its integrity is unyielding, and the Word produces the health, strength, vitality, and all the blessings and provisions that it talks about in Jesus’ name. Amen. Speak
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you (Romans 8:11). One way to subject your body to the divine influence of the Holy Spirit is through praying in the Spirit. It improves your health or keeps you in divine health. That’s because through speaking in tongues you activate the latent power of the spirit. Recall what we read in our opening scripture; it says if the Holy Spirit takes up His abode in you, He will vitalize or make alive your previously death-doomed body. In other words, whereas your body was going in the direction of death prior to receiving the Holy Ghost, now that you’ve received the Holy Ghost, your journey is life unto life. Glory to God! Let’s read how the Lord Jesus demonstrated it. Luke 9:29 says, “And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering.” I love this. His physical countenance was altered as He prayed. What was happening? The power of the Holy Ghost manifested in His physical body and impacted on His clothes to make them glitter. That’s the same experience He expects you to have when you pray: Currents of spiritual electricity coursing through your being! It’s the work of the Holy Spirit. How can you pray that way and experience sickness in your body? Every one of us who has received the Holy Spirit has this power within us. We have to become acquainted with this inner power, the inner force of the Spirit of God inside us. Acknowledge this work of the Spirit in your life; that’s one of the keys. By acknowledging that work of the Spirit, you give yourself over to it. The more you do this, the less problems you’ll have with your physical body, because you’re getting your body supercharged with the Holy Ghost. There’re things you may have observed in your body, maybe some pain, some abnormal situation, some growth or inflammation; the more you subject your body to the influence of the Holy Spirit through prayer, the more those things pass out of your body. The Holy Ghost sanctifies your body; He perambulates your body and makes manifest the life of Christ in your physical body. Think about that! This is God’s will, plan, and purpose for you: The life of Christ manifest in your body—not only in your spirit and in your soul. That means no growth is allowed in your body; no inflammations, no abrasions, no rashes. Hallelujah! Put this to work and you’ll live perpetually in divine health. Blessed be God! CONFESSIONThe same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in me and has made my body alive. The life of Christ is manifest in every fiber of my being. My body is sanctified, energized and preserved by the power of the Holy Spirit. I live above sickness, disease and infirmities. Divine health is my permanent experience. Glory to God! FURTHER STUDYRomans 8:10-11 ESVBut if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness. If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost [which is] in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? 20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God’s. Isaiah 58:8Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rereward. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 26:19-32 & Psalms 19-20 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 9:49-62 & Joshua 16-17 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: I live a life of faith. I’m not moved by what I feel, see, or hear. I am only moved by God’s Word. The presence of the Holy Ghost in my life gives strength to my spirit, soul, and body. I am replenished and built up by the Word. I walk in the full benefits of the salvation that Jesus Christ wrought for me, including health, peace, prosperity, and all-round success. Every day of my life is full of God’s glory, beauty, excellence, and grace. Every day God loads me with great benefits. In His favor my horn is exalted. I live above infirmities and the harsh elements of this world because the One who lives in me is greater than he that’s in this world. Nothing and no one can hurt or come against me successfully, for I have the unconquerable life of God. Satan and the powers of darkness are under my feet; therefore, I have nothing to fear. Fear has been completely disabled from my life. Irrespective of the situation, I’m bold and courageous, speaking the Word in faith. Everything connected to me is infused with eternal life and divine energy. Everything about me exudes the life of Christ; therefore, my health does not fail, rather, it is ever radiant and ever flourishing. There is no failure in my body systems; no heart failure, no kidney failure, no lung failure, no liver failure. All the organs and systems of my body are functioning perfectly well. There is perfect soundness in my body. I’m seated with Christ, far above all principality, power, might, dominion and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come! I’m exalted with Him in glory; I know who I am: chosen, royal and peculiar! My life is the expression and manifestation of the glory
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all (Acts 3:16). The authority of the Name of Jesus is unparalleled. If He were an ordinary man, His name would have no power. But there’s power in His Name. The book of Acts shows us how the disciples used His Name to cast out demons, heal the sick, and perform miracles. His Name is not just a title; it carries authority and power. In Acts 3, Luke tells us about the miraculous healing of a certain man who was crippled from birth and laid at the gate of the temple called Beautiful. The miracle attracted the attention of a large crowd, and Peter, seizing the moment, addressed the crowd, explaining the source of the healing to be the Name of Jesus. He said, “And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all” (Acts 3:16). He emphasized that it was through faith in the Name of Jesus that the man was made strong and restored to health. The authority and power in the Name of Jesus demonstrate His deity. His Name carries the fullness of His power, His life, and His authority. No wonder the Bible tells us, “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth” (Philippians 2:9-10). His Name reigns supreme over all things. Use it to cast out devils, heal the sick, and walk in perpetual victory. Live in the fullness of His power and authority today through the dominion and majesty of His Name. Amen. PRAYERDear Father, I thank you for the authority vested in the Name of Jesus. That wonderful Name reigns supreme over all things, and through faith in His Name, I cast out devils, heal the sick, and walk in perpetual victory. I live in the fullness of His power and authority today. Thank you Lord, for the power and majesty of the Name of Jesus. Amen. FURTHER STUDYPhilippians 2:9-11Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: 10 That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of [things] in heaven, and [things] in earth, and [things] under the earth; 11 And [that] every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ [is] Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Mark 16:17-18And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. John 14:13-14And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do [it]. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 26:2-18 & Psalms 17-18 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 9:37-48 & Joshua 15 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: Every day I wake up, I am reinvigorated in my spirit, soul, and body. I am full of life and vitality. My mind is alert, my body is energized, and my muscles, tendons, and ligaments are strengthened. I am an offspring of God’s Word; therefore, as the Word is, so am I. God’s Word is ageless; thus, I refuse to age in my spirit, soul, and body. I live in agelessness! I am forever blossoming in my soul, vibrant in my health, and fervent in my spirit. Whatsoever is born of God overcomes the world! I am born of God; therefore, I have overcome the world and its deceptions, limitations, and negativities. I am impervious to sickness, disease, infirmity, sadness, depression, anxiety, and everything that is of this world. Joy overflows in my heart always, and I am strengthened with might in my inner man. I’ve passed from death to life, from sin to righteousness, and from sickness to health. I live above the limitations of the human body and the physical realm through the ability of God’s Spirit. Health, peace, joy, and the glorious life are my present-hour inheritance. I am a king and my words are full of power and authority; therefore I live a life of victory, success, divine health, abundance, excellence, and glory. I am not a victim but a victor. God’s Word is producing what it talks about in my life. I am strengthened with divine enablement in my inner man by the Holy Ghost. I function today with the Spirit of might, dominion, and excellence. My life is filled with the goodness and mercy of God. I refuse to be brought down by sickness. The Name of Jesus has been named upon me, and daily, I enjoy the impact of God’s divine presence in my life! I declare that my physical body is vitalized by the power of God’s Spirit, and it is shielded and protected from all evil. I go out with joy, and I am led forth with peace, the mountains and the hills break forth before me into singing. I am an heir of God and a joint heir with Christ. I have been given access to the inexhaustible, unfathomable, riches of Christ. I am a man of influence, in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Speak in tongues
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth (3 John 1:2). Too often, people find themselves trapped in a cycle of illness and health issues. One week they’re in the hospital, and the next, they’re at the pharmacy, seeking medications for one ailment or the other. This shouldn’t be your experience as a child of God. Don’t allow such in your life. Refuse to allow Satan toy with your health. He’s testing you. The moment Satan sees that you keep yielding to minor symptoms of sickness, he strikes with a heavier blow. But you have the power to put an end to this. Remember what Jesus said to Simon Peter: “…Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not…” (Luke 22:31-32). Notice that the Lord didn’t say He prayed that Satan wouldn’t test Peter, but rather, that Peter’s faith wouldn’t fail. Your faith is the victory that overcomes the world. Today, you can settle any health issue once and for all by saying, “Enough is enough! I refuse to live a life of sickness and weakness. I lay hold of divine health because I have eternal life. I enjoy divine health because that’s the life I have in Christ.” While as a result of ignorance you might have tolerated sickness in the past, it should no longer have a place in your life now that you know the truth. Some people mistakenly try to “sleep off” their ailments. But this is not the way. Don’t ignore the pain or discomfort, hoping that only “some rest” will resolve it. No. Use your faith-filled words to kill it! Remember, your faith is the victory that overcomes the world and its debilitating influences, including sicknesses, diseases, pains and everything of darkness. And you’re to always vocalize your faith. Use words; your tongue is your tool for control; use it to rebuke the ailment. Use it to cut out any infirmity, growth or anomaly from your body. Speak health and life over yourself. Then, you can rest, assured that your words have established your victory. God has empowered you to control your circumstances with your declarations. Speak life, health, and victory always. CONFESSIONDear Father, I thank you for the gift of divine health, my inheritance in Christ Jesus. I’m healthy and strong, and I walk in the fullness of the divine life. Every fibre of my being is inundated with eternal life. Hallelujah! FURTHER STUDYProverbs 18:21Death and life [are] in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Isaiah 33:24And the inhabitant shall not say, I am sick: the people that dwell therein [shall be] forgiven [their] iniquity. Proverbs 4:20-22My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21 Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they [are] life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 25:13-26:1 & Psalms 11-16 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 9:28-36 & Joshua 14 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: My life is a life of ever-increasing glory and peace. There is no turmoil in me because I flourish in God’s rest. I am not a victim but a victor. God’s Word is producing what it talks about in my life. God’s Word is alive in me; therefore, I cannot die. Every time I receive the Word of God, it goes into my spirit and permeates my body. I’m living in health 24hrs a day, 7 days a week. The same Spirit that raised up Jesus from the dead lives in me; it’s impossible for me to be brought down by sickness. No matter what the devil throws at me, I stand strong in faith and use the all-powerful Name of Jesus to neutralize his fiery darts. I keep my body healthy with my faith-filled confessions. I am an embodiment of God’s grace, and my daily experience is that of the miraculous and God’s infinite love. I am born again; therefore, I’m not ordinary. As the Father has life in Himself, even so, has He given me to have His life – a life without limits. Thus, I function with supernatural strength and abilities today. I’m strengthened and energized by the Holy Spirit who lives in me, and He’s made me an absolute victor. The power of the Holy Spirit touches everything in my body; thus, I am infused with divine strength. There is no situation I cannot change, for the inherent power to do exceedingly abundantly above all that I could ask, think, or imagine is within me. My mind is stayed on God’s Word; therefore, He keeps me in perfect peace. I experience health, victory, and prosperity, now and always. I am the expression of God’s fullness, grace, and glory. I manifest His kingdom and power. I am a testimony, the seed of Abraham, and an heir of Abraham’s blessing through Christ. I prosper in my health and bear living proof of God’s infinite grace, blessing, and love. The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, causing life to spring forth from within me. God wants me well; therefore, I refuse to accommodate sickness or anything contrary in my body. My life is filled with peace and prosperity, my body is in perfect health, and my days are blessed with the fullness of God’s blessings and riches in glory, in Jesus’ name. Amen. Speak in tongues.
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life (1 John 5:20). The Lord Jesus Christ is the true God and eternal life. That, indeed, is who the Messiah was supposed to be. Generations of prophets foretold His coming, and when Jesus came and declared Himself the Christ—God manifested in human form—many rejected Him, accusing Him of blasphemy. But He was right. Titus 2:13-14 NKJV refers to Him as our great God and Saviour who gave Himself for us: “looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself His own special people, zealous for good works.” No religious leader matches these credentials but our Lord Jesus Christ. All the leaders of various religions died and remained dead. Only Jesus Christ resurrected and ascended to heaven alive. It’s only His Name that has power to cast out devils, heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, and raise the dead. Furthermore, the remission of sins is only possible through Jesus Christ. Acts 13:38-39 NKJV says, “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.” 1 John 5:11-12 NKJV says, “And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life.” Jesus is the only one to give His life for all humanity; He gave His divine life so you could have eternal life. Now, because you’ve received Him, your natural human life has been supplanted by the God-life; you’re now born of God: “But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God” (John 1:12-13). He gave us eternal life because He’s Himself eternal life. Jesus is the true God and eternal life. Hallelujah! PRAYERDear Father, I thank you for the revelation of the deity of Jesus Christ and the power in His Name. I live in the consciousness of His authority, exercising dominion over the forces of darkness and manifesting the victory of Christ in all that I do. I declare that my faith is effective, and through His Name, I enjoy unending success and righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDYJohn 14:6Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. 1 John 5:20 AMPCAnd we [have seen and] know [positively] that the Son of God has [actually] come to this world and has given us understanding and insight [progressively] to perceive (recognize) and come to know better and more clearly Him Who is true; and we are in Him Who is true–in His Son Jesus Christ (the Messiah). This [Man] is the true God and Life eternal. John 17:3And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 25:1-12 & Psalms 7-10 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 9:18-27 & Joshua 13 Extract From Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: Blessed be the Lord who daily loads me with benefits, even the God of my salvation! Today, there’s an overflow of favor and abundance for me, and I take possession. I’ll never be broke in my life, for the Lord has supplied all that I require for life and godliness according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus. I’ve been granted unrestricted access to the unending, boundless, fathomless, incalculable and exhaustless riches of Christ, wealth which no human being could have searched out. Poverty isn’t a part of my life, for I’m an heir of God; therefore, the silver is mine, and the gold is mine; the world belongs to me. The Word of God is life and health to my flesh; therefore, no infirmity can thrive in my body. I am the light of the world; there is no darkness or death in my life. I’ve passed from death to life, from sin to righteousness, from sickness to health and from poverty to wealth. I decree peace with prosperity and perfect health in every area of my life. I live above the limitations of the human body and this physical realm through the ability of God’s Spirit. Health, peace, joy, and the glorious life are my present-hour inheritance. The Word of God is life to me and medicine to my body. It rejuvenates and refreshes me daily! I’m divinely immunized against all forms of sicknesses, diseases, and infections because God’s Word of life dwells richly. The ability of God is at work in me today, and I’m conscious of it! I don’t function in my own ability or strength, for God’s inherent ability is in me. I’ve put on the new man, which is created in righteousness and true holiness. I am a member of His body, of His flesh, and of His bones. I am an heir of God and a joint heir with Christ. In Him, I live, move, and have my being. Sin and death have no power over me. The Lord has given His angels charge over me; thus, no evil shall befall me. I testify of the goodness of God and the victories He has wrought
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD And there are also many other things which Jesus did, the which, if they should be written every one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that should be written. Amen (John 21:25). The life of Jesus was an unending stream of the miraculous and the supernatural. It was an extraordinary life, marked by countless acts of divine power and compassion. The Bible provides us with a glimpse of this remarkable life. John 20:30-31, for example, tells us, “And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book: But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.” The purpose of the recorded miracles is clear: to inspire faith in Jesus as the Christ, the Son of God, and to bring life to those who believe in His Name. Yet, what we read in the Scriptures is only a fraction of what Jesus accomplished. John further explains, “Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written” (John 21:25 NIV). This statement conveys the limitless nature of His divine ministry. The Word of God does not exaggerate. The sheer magnitude of His miraculous works, signs and wonders was beyond human documentation. His presence on earth was characterized by countless miracles, healings, teachings and demonstrations of the divine power of God. The life of Jesus remains unparalleled, a testimony to His deity and the limitless expression of God’s love and power through Him. PRAYERDear Father, thank you for revealing to me the extraordinary life of Jesus. His life on earth was a testimony of your divine nature and power. I acknowledge His deity and celebrate His works that continue to inspire faith and transform lives even today, for He’s indeed the same yesterday, today, and forever. I walk in the reality of His divine life, manifesting His glory and power today, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDYActs 10:38How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him. Matthew 4:23-25And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people. 24 And his fame went throughout all Syria: and they brought unto him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases and torments, and those which were possessed with devils, and those which were lunatick, and those that had the palsy; and he healed them. 25 And there followed him great multitudes of people from Galilee, and [from] Decapolis, and [from] Jerusalem, and [from] Judaea, and [from] beyond Jordan. John 20:30-31 AMPCThere are also many other signs and miracles which Jesus performed in the presence of the disciples which are not written in this book. 31 But these are written (recorded) in order that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ (the Anointed One), the Son of God, and that through believing and cleaving to and trusting and relying upon Him you may have life through (in) His name [through Who He is] DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 23:12-35 & Job 40-42 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 9:1-9 & Joshua 11 Extract From Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: Precious Father, You’re great, gracious and glorious; You’re loving, holy, just and true. Thank You for Your blessings in my life: the divine favours that You cause me to experience always. I’m grateful, Lord, for Your faithfulness towards me! You’ve given me all that pertains to life and godliness; thank You for making my life the effulgence of Your glory and righteousness. Thank You for my triumphant life in Christ! Thank You for the Holy Spirit who lives in me and in whom and through whom I can do all things. Thank You for granting me all that I require for life and godliness. I’m delighted to know that I’m Your treasured possession, ordained to show forth Your wonderful deeds and display Your virtues and perfections. You have made my life beautiful! I’ll never walk in sickness or defeat! The victorious and glorious life is mine now. Christ is my assurance of health and life eternal. I have dominion in Christ, I rule over my body with the Word of God and in the Name of Jesus. I disallow infirmity and I cut off any abnormality from my body. I have a wholesome tongue; my words are sculpted in line with God’s perfect will and direction for my life. I walk in divine health, prosperity, victory, success and financial abundance. My life is for the glory of God and I experience His goodness and mercies today; my life is one of honour, excellence, praise, glory and thanksgiving to the Lord at all times. Every day of my life, I walk in God’s perfect will for my life. I am conscious of my immortality in Christ Jesus. I dominate life’s situations and circumstances. I dominate in everything that has a name. I am more than a conqueror. I have overcome the world and its persecution, pains, delusion, and wickedness. I have overcome the world and its hardship and greed! I am in Christ. I’m complete in Christ. I’m filled with all the fullness of God. The totality of divinity resides in me. I am God’s house, His living tabernacle. I am not an ordinary man; I am of the God kind! I am complete in Christ. No shortage! A perfect completion. I have everything I require for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him that hath called me to glory and virtue. I live a life
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us (Matthew 1:23). When we say Jesus Christ is deity, we’re affirming that He is God. This claim is significant, especially when you consider that many around the world view Jesus merely as a prophet or a great teacher. While it may seem respectful for some to call Him a great prophet or a remarkable teacher, these assertions fall far short of His true identity. That’s the reason it’s important to understand who He really is by first examining the miracle of His birth. The Bible describes His birth as extraordinary, something that had never occurred in all of history. Matthew 1:18 says, “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.” Mary’s conception was a miracle. Before she and Joseph were married or had come together, she was found to be pregnant by the Holy Ghost. Joseph, described as a just man and unaware that God was behind it all, intended to quietly end their engagement to avoid bringing disgrace upon her. But as he pondered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him and explained that the conception was not of man but of God (Matthew 1:20). The angel also instructed Joseph to name the child Jesus, stating, “…for he shall save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). What makes this account even more remarkable is that it was a fulfilment of prophecy. The Bible says, “Now all this was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us” (Matthew 1:22-23). This prophecy was given long before Jesus was born, indicating that His birth was part of God’s divine plan. The name “Emmanuel” means “God with us,” clearly pointing to His divine nature. Jesus was not born through natural means. His birth, being purely divine, is evidence of His deity and also proves His divine origin. PRAYERDear Father, thank you for revealing the deity of Jesus Christ through the Scriptures. I acknowledge that Jesus is indeed God. I rejoice in the truth of His divine nature, and I celebrate His supernatural birth that brought salvation to the world. Thank you for making me a partaker of your divine life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDYIsaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 9:6For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Matthew 1:18-23 NIVThis is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. 19 Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. 20 But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. 21 She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” 22 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: 23 “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-Year Bible Reading PlanActs 22:22-23:1-11 & Job 36-39 2-Year Bible Reading PlanLuke 8:40-56 & Joshua 10 Extract From Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: My words carry great power because I am filled with the Holy Spirit! The life-changing rhema of God is on my lips today. In the Name of Jesus, I pronounce health, abundance, advancement, and success in my life. The Word of God, full of life, invigorates my organs, and I am truly alive! I walk in health, prosperity, and excellence. I experience no lack in this life because all my needs are supplied in Christ Jesus. Satan has no foothold in me, as I am constantly filled with the Holy Spirit. I have a wholesome tongue and my words align with God’s perfect will and plan for my life. I live in divine health, prosperity, victory, success, and financial abundance. In the Name of Jesus, I reject all forms of sickness, including arthritis, diabetes, cancer, tumors, paralysis, kidney failure, heart failure, and lung failure, from my body. Every part of me is in perfect health—my lungs, liver, heart, blood, and all my organs are flawless. I declare that I reign over them all, and there is no death in my life, my family, my finances, my business, or my job, because the One in me is greater. I am a life-giving spirit, and everything I touch or connect with receives life. My body is God’s temple, and the Holy Spirit moves through every fiber of my being and every cell of my blood. I am strong and healthy! Only the life and nature of Christ—His beauty and glory—manifest in my body because He dwells within me. I am like a tree planted by the waters, bearing luscious, lasting, and beautiful results. My leaves never wither, and I am continually supplied for every good
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Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue (2 Peter 1:3). The Lord is wonderful. Think about all that He’s made us and given to us in Christ Jesus! Our opening scripture says He’s given us everything that pertains to life and godliness. That means everything you require to live triumphantly, in absolute dominion over circumstances, in health, prosperity and peace is all in you. This simply means that the quality of your life is not in the money you have, for all the money you’ll ever have is inside you. All the cars you’d ever drive, the clothes, houses, and everything you’d ever own and enjoy in this life is inside you. Ephesians 3:20 says, “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” The Bible says in Ecclesiastes 3:11, “He hath made everything beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart….” The NIV says, “…He has also set eternity in the human heart….” If eternity is in your heart, then everything you need is in your heart, waiting to be released through your faith and actions. The quality of your life is in your heart. This helps us understand the words of the Master in Luke 6:45,“A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.” He shows us where good and evil things come from: your heart. He also shows us how they come —from your words. God, in Christ Jesus, has placed everything you need inside you. You’re like a seed, fully equipped with everything you need to become a fruit, a plantation, and a forest. But you must grow in the knowledge of God’s Word and speak accordingly: “Which things also we speak…” (1 Corinthians 2:13). That’s how you activate what God has deposited in your spirit. PRAYERDear Father, thank you for the revelation of your Word. I recognize that everything I require for life and godliness is already inside me. Therefore, I function from this vantage position of knowledge and strength as I chart my course in prosperity, victories and divine health, manifesting your righteousness, excellence and glory in all that I do, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. FURTHER STUDYMatthew 12:35A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things. 2 Peter 1:3 NIVHis divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 1 Corinthians 2:12-13Now 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. 13 Which things also we speak, not in the words which man’s wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Acts 21:37-40, Acts 22:1-21 & Job 32-35 2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:Luke 8:26-39 & Joshua 9 Extract From Rhapsody of Realities Daily Devotional DAILY AFFIRMATIONS: I have a sharp memory and a firm capacity to remember important details, experiences and knowledge. My mental acuity and my cognitive abilities are top-notch. I am born of God, therefore, fear has no place in my life. I am perceptive, astute and smart. I am confident, bold and courageous. In me abides all the grace, wisdom, prosperity, strength and courage I need to fulfil my glorious destiny in Christ! I have everything I require for life and godliness. I’m what God says I am, I have all He says I have, and I can do all things in His Name. All things are possible to me because I believe. I am rich in all things, having inherited all things, for I’m a joint-heir with Christ! I’m fruitful and productive. I am making progress in every area of my life. I’m complete in Christ and every facet of my life is perfected for excellence. The Spirit guides and inspires me to take actions that’ll guarantee evident and unstoppable progress, increase and blessings for me. I walk in the consciousness of God’s righteousness, I am securely established in Christ, and I live above the corrupting influences of this age. I live without worries, conflicts, and agitations. I walk in glory, dominion, and the strength of God. I do not worry about my health, finances, or anything else because the Lord has perfected all that concerns me. I can never be small because the anointing of God’s Spirit has set me apart for greatness, causing me to spread and make progress on every side. Jesus died and was resurrected so that I may enjoy the benefits of the new life in Christ. I walk daily in the consciousness of my divinity in Christ. I enjoy good health, peace, prosperity, and all-around success as I walk in the full blessings that Jesus Christ wrought for me, which I received when I obtained salvation. God’s Word is established in my life and it is evident for the world to see. I am seated with Christ in heavenly places, far above all principality and power, far above the devil and his minions, and far above sickness and disease in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Speak in tongues.
