Magnificent Life

The Rage of the Enemies! "They make their tongues as sharp as a serpent's; the poison of vipers is on their lips." Psalm 140:3 Today's bible verse is a request from the Psalmist for God's judgment to be unleashed on those who persecuted the faithful; it was written while under the threats of those who were his enemies; these were arrogant people who had plotted to cause him to stumble. They had schemed traps into which they supposed the psalmist would fall to accomplish their task. As emphasized by scholars, these traps are explained as life-threatening ones because the tongue of a serpent with poison under its lips is dangerous. Prayer such as "My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked" is evidence that some wicked people are after his life and endeavoring to injure him. And these are the personal enemy who knows much about him that they can choose to strike at him anytime. Blessed Jesus that He survived and overcome! Who else can deliver in such a situation but God? Are you experiencing such a range fr

The Power of Your Mind! 4 "For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace." Romans 8:6 The mind governed by the natural thing is hostile to God; it does not submit to God's law nor please God because the flesh controls it. On the other hand, the spiritual mind is the part of the mind focused on the spiritual thing, especially the mind concerned with intuition, inspiration, and revelation from God. The spiritual is concerned with the soul, the spiritual environment, and spiritual possessions from the realm of the Spirit. This is where our minds align with the things of God. That's why John 4:24 says, "God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth." Jesus told Nicodemus in John 3:6 that "Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit" In other words, we cannot continue to embrace the things of the flesh and expect God to give us life. Because for an individual to have a genuinely fulfilling life, the mind must be governed by the s

Stop and Smell the Roses! 2 "It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat, for God gives rest to his loved ones." Psalm 127:2 Life is beautiful and fleeting. And that's a good thing. Time goes by fast, so don't waste it on anything that doesn't make you happy. Instead, try to show yourself some love by appreciating what you have and spreading the same passion to someone you care about. Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying that taking time off from the busy world is a big deal. I'm sure you've heard of the saying from Isaiah 30:15 when he says, "For thus said the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel, "In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and trust shall be your strength." But you were unwilling." There's something incredibly soothing about taking the time to smell a rose. It's a simple pleasure that can help you relax and de-stress. Plus, it's a great way to reconnect with nature and get some fresh air. So if you're

Season of Love: Stop and Smell the Roses! "There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love." 1 John 4:18 When I was growing up, I always heard the saying "stop and smelled the roses." But, I never really understood what it meant until I experienced it for myself. For me, it means to take a step back from the busy world and appreciate the little things. And to appreciate that little thing of yours, means you are showing some love for it. In our fast-paced society, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos and lose sight of the truly important things. We're so focused on our to-do lists and meeting deadlines that we forget to take a moment to enjoy life. The fast-paced society mind is a state of mind that is full of stress and anxiety. But when you fully appreciate this season of love, you will realize that It's a place where you can relax and let go of all your worries. When you're in this state, you're able to connec

The Power of Your Mind! 3 "Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth." Colossians 3:2 Have you discovered the power of your mind? Or have you found a way to maximize the use of your mind? Because the power of the mind cannot be overestimated. The mind defines you, makes you, and molds you. Therefore, your mind needs to be well-nourished with the right ingredients for you to enjoy its great power. As we discussed in the other part of the devotion, your mind is one of your most powerful tools. It can help you achieve your goals and dreams if you take care of it and feed it the right things. The mind is like a muscle; it needs to be exercised and nurtured to achieve great things. There are basically two types of minds: the Natural and Spiritual mind (Romans 8:6-7), and we will consider them in detail later in our devotional. Great power lies in an individual's mind and can be seen in the form of creativity, discernment, perception, critical thinking and reasoning, supernatural know

The Power of Your Mind! 2 "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. "Eat and drink!" he says to you, But his heart is not with you." Proverbs 23:7 The mind is an incredibly powerful tool and can be used for good or bad. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to use your mind positively and focus on the good things in life. The mind is like a muscle; if you train it properly and practice its strength, your body will become stronger and more capable of handling any situation. So therefore, keep your mind strong and healthy because the quality of your mind can largely determine the extent of your achievement in life. That's why 1 Peter 1:13 says, "therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ." Our mind can be considered a seat of feelings or thoughts because it is the intelligence faculty of every human being. The mind has the ability to think and reason. Your value in life is basically dependen

The Power of Your Mind! "Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life." Proverbs 4:23 Did you know that your mind has the power to create your reality? You may not realize it, but the things you think about and focus on most tend to manifest in your life. This is because your mind is a powerful tool that can create anything you desire. If you want to create a life you love, you need to start thinking about it. It would be best to focus on what you want, not what you don't want. When you focus on the positive things in your life, you will attract more positive things into your life. Psalm 119:15 says, "I will meditate on your precepts and fix my eyes on your ways." Your mind is also a powerful tool for healing, breakthrough, and transformation. Using your mind can heal all kinds of problems when using your mind appropriately. However, most people choose not to use it; instead, they fill it with negative thoughts, which has become a drawback in their lives. And as Christian, we canno

Breakthrough Prayer! 2 "The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the world. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds." 2 Corinthians 10:4 Breakthrough prayer is a powerful way to connect with God and ask Him to intervene in our lives. Through this type of prayer, we can ask Him to break through the barriers preventing us from achieving our goals and from living a life of purpose. But we must open ourselves up to His guidance and by asking Him to help us so that we can experience His power and His love in a deeper way. When praying for a breakthrough, the important thing to remember is to be specific. Ask God for what you need, just as Hannah opened up herself at Shiloh as she was desperately longing for a child. Hannah's prayer is an example of a breakthrough prayer for a child and a symbol of hope in the face of disappointment. The Bible records that Hannah prayed for a child year after year (1 Samuel 1), and it seems like her prayers would go unanswered. But Hannah never stopped pray

Breakthrough Prayer! "Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints." Ephesians 6:18 According to Leonard Ravenhill, he said, "A man may study because his brain is hungry for knowledge; even the bible knowledge. But he prays because his soul is hungry for God." In others words, his soul is hungry for deliverance, for a change, and breakthrough. This is why we must be bold and courageous when we come to the throne of grace to receive mercy in times of need. Jesus said that when we pray, we should always believe that we will receive what we ask for (Mark 11:24). This is the principle of faith that underlies breakthrough prayer. Breakthrough prayer is not just asking God for things we want. It is a specific type of prayer based on faith and involves asking God for something that goes beyond our natural ability to obtain it. This type of prayer is not to influence God but to ask God for change for some th

The Power in the Name of Jesus! 4 "And the evil spirit answered and said Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are you?" Acts 19:15 The name of Jesus is powerful because it is the name of the Son of God. When we call upon the name of Jesus, we are opening ourselves up to receive His blessings and His protection. Jesus is always willing to help us, no matter what we are going through. The name of our Savior is not just a name but an identity that we identify with because it carries life. Jesus died on the cross so that we could be forgiven for our sins and rose from the dead so that we could have eternal life. Jesus is the only one who can save us from our sins. When we call upon the name of Jesus, we are putting our trust in Him. As you can see from today's Bible verse of devotion, the demon acknowledges the name of Jesus by what he knew of Christ in the past, eternity, and the present, so he dares not mess up where they call the name of Jesus in truth and in Spirit. That's why it is quite evident that the s

The Power in the Name of Jesus! 2 But Peter said, "I have no silver and gold, but what I do have I give to you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise and walk!" Acts 3:6 There was this story in Act chapter 3 where a certain man lame from his mother's womb, who was being carried to the temple gate called beautiful gate so he could beg from the people going into the temple. He had been begging for money at the gate of the temple when he was surrounded by a group of powerful-looking men who had power but no authority to help him. He had cried out in pain, but no one ever considered him worthy of the image of God. He had been spat on, shouted on, and rejected many times because he was weak in their eye. As the lame man continued to cry out on one beautiful morning, men with great light with power and authority appeared at the Beautiful gate of the temple. The lame man looked up and saw two men standing in front of him. One of them was Peter, and the other was John. Peter said to the man, "I have no silver

God is our God: Fear Not! "The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your love, O Lord, endures forever--do not abandon the works of Your hands." Psalm 138:8 You may not know it, but God is always with you. He never leaves your side, even when you can't see Him. No matter what you're going through, God is there for you. He is always ready to help you, guide you, and support you. Even when you can't feel His presence, know that He always is there. He is always watching over you and knows exactly what you need. Isaiah 41:10 reassures us, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." God is always ready to forgive you, no matter what you've done. In fact, Psalm 103:12 says, "As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us." Just because you've sinned doesn't mean that you're out of God's reach. He loves you and wants to forgive you. Therefore, remember that God i

The Way to Success! "Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, be steadfast and let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain." 1 Corinthians 15:58 Consistency is one of the keys to success and the best policy to admire when achieving something great. The success of our physical and spiritual work is dependent on consistency. It is one of the essential keys to a prosperous lifestyle. Maintain your consistency in reading, praying, loving, caring, forgiving others, and keeping promises in all areas of the life of faith. You will see that life begins to transform into a beautiful and successful experience. Be focused and maintain consistency in your time; you will enjoy the winning streak. Anthony Robbins once said that "It's not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives. It's what we do consistently." In other words, consistency is the hallmark of trust and transformation of hearts, minds, bodies, and souls. When we a

Discover Your True Purpose! "Thus says the Lord who made you, who formed you from the womb and will help you: Fear not, O Jacob my servant, Jeshurun whom I have chosen." Isaiah 44:2 How many times have you been told that your life has meaning, and yet you feel lost and have no idea what it is? It is very common to experience this when you are trying to find out what your purpose is. Especially when there are many opinions on purpose and telling you what to do and how to do it, nothing seems to be happening as expected in life. I am not saying that you shouldn't try to figure out your purpose, but there is someone greater I want you to consider that knows your purpose if you allow him today to guide you. The more we know our purpose, the more we can use it to help us We are all born with a profound purpose in life. However, the question is, where and how can we find that purpose? In today's devotion, I will share my experience of finding your purpose. There is a conventional way we have always been talking abo

Acknowledging God For Everything! "Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will, they existed and were created." Revelation 4:11 It's a well-known truth that God is the author of all good things. He has made everything in His image, and there is nothing to compare to His work. Genesis 1:31 says, "God saw all he had made on the sixth day, and it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning." This means that every aspect of creation is good. The sun shines, the birds sing, the grass grows, and the flowers bloom. Even the rain falls to make the grass grow, and the flowers bloom. Everything in creation is good because God created it; He is the author of all good things. Therefore, remember, when you praise God, you praise Him for all His goodness. You are praising Him for His power. You are praising Him for the beauty of the universe. Likewise, you are praising Him for your life. You are praising Him for all the good things tha

Give God the Excellent Praise! "Hallelujah! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever." Psalm 106:1 The Lord is good to all; He has compassion for all His children. You can never repay God for the grace and mercy He has shown you. He has given you the wisdom to do exceedingly and abundantly above the understanding of the world, yet, you don't have to be overwhelmed with it. Therefore, Make a joyful noise to the Lord, and serve Him with gladness. Every day you wake up, I encourage you to come into his presence singing to know Him more and more. Psalm 100:4-5 says, "Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations." Whoever understands and appreciates the loving-kindness of the Lord is wise because it shows that you value all the good things in life. When you are filled with appreciation, your heart will remember the goodness of Go

Excellent is Your Name! "O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth." Psalm 8:9 Have you ever questioned whether your name affects how you worked things out? Has anyone ever told you that the family name suits you or doesn't? Although it does not matter what people say anyway, you are created in the image of God to reflect, "I am that I am" However, the idea of names you call God and how you identify him is the prevalent figure at the value of your Being. It is up to you what to call God. A man can not diminish God's glory when he calls Him a foolish name, but instead, he becomes foolish when he thinks God does not exist. Psalm 53:1 says, "The fool says in his heart, "There is no God." They are corrupt and vile in their ways; no one does well." What you call God is what God will use for you. If you call God a good God, he will use it to make you better than any other person. Look at the life of David; he begins and ends this Psalm 8 with a praise to the majesty of God. "O LORD, our Lord, how

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Faith Comes by Hearing! "Does God lavish His Spirit on you and work miracles among you because you practice the law or because you hear and believe?" Galatians 3:5 Faith comes in many forms, but the best way to acquire this invisible spiritual thing is to hear and believe the word of God. It's a very simple concept, but it can be difficult to grasp if we allow 'seeing to believe reality' rules; Forget that faith is the force behind all the metaphysical forces that present the unseen things into a reality beyond our understanding. A powerful force that can be used to harness any situation or circumstance and used to achieve anything we desire with the word of God. Saint Augustine said, "Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe." Though to an unbeliever, the Word remains a letter to them, and that kills, but to a believer, we have the life and spirit of God. This is the reality we grow to know and understand. Everything we need is encoded in the Word. There is

A Divided Mind and Heart! "He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God." Romans 8:27 A divided heart and mind can be dangerous things and destructive. It's like a thief who steals from his own heart. When we're in a state of mind, that's full of fear, anger, resentment, and bitterness. We tend to lose sight of what is good then begin harboring and entertaining thoughts of evil in our hearts. I marveled at times to see what the people permitted as guests into their hearts. Likewise, Jesus, on knowing people's thoughts, asked why they chose to, as though demanding an explanation from them. Why allow bitterness and hatred to creep into your heart where the issues of life spring? Brethren, how can you think pure when you already embrace those things that cut it apart. Or have you forgotten that your heart is the center of your life? It determines the course of your life. The heart is a soil upon which seeds grow according to Jes