06-12-2021, 07:12 AM
RHAPSODY OF REALITIES
SATURDAY 12TH JUNE.
DON’T LIVE IN NAME ONLY
And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead (Revelation 3:1).
Jesus said concerning the church in Sardis, “… thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.” The church lived in name only, but was dead. It’s like living in history. The death mentioned here isn’t total death. It’s a state where, even though there’re still works and activities, there’s so much apathy and “spiritlessness.”
Being alive in name only isn’t a good thing. Some nations and churches are like that. They have a name of a living church, or are recognised in the comity of nations, but they’re dead. This can also happen to an individual, because churches and nations are made up of individuals.
A worship leader, for instance, could sing and people would think he’s alive, but he knows that he struggles to pray, doesn’t fast, and no longer reads the Bible. God wants everyone in this position to repent. The Master’s instruction to such folks is to be watchful and strengthen the things that are ready to die. That’s quite interesting.
For that worship leader, it may be the singing that’s ready to die and he or she doesn’t know it. So, fan the embers of your desire for the Lord and the things of the Spirit. Be aglow and afire for Him always. Pray often. Win souls. Study and meditate on the Word. Be watchful and strengthen these things. Be fervent in spirit, serving the Lord in truth.
PRAYER
Dear Father, I serve you in truth, according to your Word. I remain focused, to excel in your service. My passion for your work and the things of the Spirit are fuelled continually by the Holy Spirit. I’m fervent in spirit, serving you with joy and bringing glory to your precious Name. Thank you for making me eternally triumphant, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
Colossians 3:23-24; Romans 12:11-12 AMPC
1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Acts 3:1-26 & 2 Chronicles 12-15
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 1:11-25 & Deuteronomy 10
#TALKINGSESSION
Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your Word which gives me insight into realities. As I meditate on God’s Word, my spirit is programmed for absolute mastery, success, and transcendental blessings. I am blessed and highly favoured.
The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places. I have a goodly heritage. Everything that belongs to me is glorious and wonderful. Hallelujah! I am the seed of Abraham, and therefore, a possessor of the whole world. I envision and possess divine health, prosperity, victories, beauties, and glories of the Christ-life.
Thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit who has come to take His abode in the quarters of my heart, permanently. In all that I do, I acknowledge Him as my Helper, Comforter, Counsellor, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby.
I am totally dependent on His power, taking advantage of His divine ability, strength, and wisdom at work in me, to fulfil my purpose. I am vitalized by the Holy Ghost! No sickness, disease, or infirmity can thrive or survive in my body.
The divine life of God is at work in me, in every fibre of my being, in every cell of my blood, and in every bone of my body.
I am alive and well, healthy and strong forever, by the Holy Ghost. Hallelujah! Thank You for depositing within me Your very life and nature.
I walk in boldness and confidence, knowing that the incorruptible life within me can’t be defiled by sickness, disease, failure, death, or the devil. I am unblameable and unreproveable in Your sight because You love me and have made me Your righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
God bless you
SATURDAY 12TH JUNE.
DON’T LIVE IN NAME ONLY
And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead (Revelation 3:1).
Jesus said concerning the church in Sardis, “… thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.” The church lived in name only, but was dead. It’s like living in history. The death mentioned here isn’t total death. It’s a state where, even though there’re still works and activities, there’s so much apathy and “spiritlessness.”
Being alive in name only isn’t a good thing. Some nations and churches are like that. They have a name of a living church, or are recognised in the comity of nations, but they’re dead. This can also happen to an individual, because churches and nations are made up of individuals.
A worship leader, for instance, could sing and people would think he’s alive, but he knows that he struggles to pray, doesn’t fast, and no longer reads the Bible. God wants everyone in this position to repent. The Master’s instruction to such folks is to be watchful and strengthen the things that are ready to die. That’s quite interesting.
For that worship leader, it may be the singing that’s ready to die and he or she doesn’t know it. So, fan the embers of your desire for the Lord and the things of the Spirit. Be aglow and afire for Him always. Pray often. Win souls. Study and meditate on the Word. Be watchful and strengthen these things. Be fervent in spirit, serving the Lord in truth.
PRAYER
Dear Father, I serve you in truth, according to your Word. I remain focused, to excel in your service. My passion for your work and the things of the Spirit are fuelled continually by the Holy Spirit. I’m fervent in spirit, serving you with joy and bringing glory to your precious Name. Thank you for making me eternally triumphant, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
Colossians 3:23-24; Romans 12:11-12 AMPC
1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Acts 3:1-26 & 2 Chronicles 12-15
2 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Luke 1:11-25 & Deuteronomy 10
#TALKINGSESSION
Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your Word which gives me insight into realities. As I meditate on God’s Word, my spirit is programmed for absolute mastery, success, and transcendental blessings. I am blessed and highly favoured.
The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places. I have a goodly heritage. Everything that belongs to me is glorious and wonderful. Hallelujah! I am the seed of Abraham, and therefore, a possessor of the whole world. I envision and possess divine health, prosperity, victories, beauties, and glories of the Christ-life.
Thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit who has come to take His abode in the quarters of my heart, permanently. In all that I do, I acknowledge Him as my Helper, Comforter, Counsellor, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby.
I am totally dependent on His power, taking advantage of His divine ability, strength, and wisdom at work in me, to fulfil my purpose. I am vitalized by the Holy Ghost! No sickness, disease, or infirmity can thrive or survive in my body.
The divine life of God is at work in me, in every fibre of my being, in every cell of my blood, and in every bone of my body.
I am alive and well, healthy and strong forever, by the Holy Ghost. Hallelujah! Thank You for depositing within me Your very life and nature.
I walk in boldness and confidence, knowing that the incorruptible life within me can’t be defiled by sickness, disease, failure, death, or the devil. I am unblameable and unreproveable in Your sight because You love me and have made me Your righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
God bless you