Spiritual Digest for the Day 01May2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “So prepare your minds for service. With complete self-control put all your hope in the grace that will be yours when Jesus Christ comes” (1 Peter 1:13 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY A person who lacks self-control is vulnerable to Satan’s invasions and will fall prey to the enemies’ attack. - ObalOluwa Osuolale ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will lack self-control so that you be vulnerable to Satan’s invasions over your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 29Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: [a]which is Christ in you, the hope of glory” (Colossians 1:27 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Man’s way lead to a hopeless end. God’s ways lead to endless hope. - Amos O. Tella ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to your hope in Christ, the hope of glory.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 28Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses" (Matthew 6:14-15 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY You lose nothing by forgiving someone who wronged you but you lose everything by refusing to forgive. Unforgiving spirit is more dangerous than danger itself. - Chris Tayo Orodiji ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to forgive whoever offends you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 27Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Then the whole multitude of the surrounding region of the Gadarenes asked Him to depart from them, for they were seized with great fear. And He got into the boat and returned” (Luke 8:37 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Do not let your fears drive Jesus Christ from your presence. His motive is always love for His children. You can trust Him. - Os Hillman ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that fear of unbelief will not make you to drive Jesus Christ away from your presence.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 26Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance” (Psalm 42:5, 11; 43:5, NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY In a time like this, each of us needs to encourage him/herself. We should continue to hope in God and wait patiently for His appointed time to put an end to this COVID-19 pandemic. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will continue to encourage yourself in spite of this frustrating time of COVID-19 pandemic.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 26Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance” (Psalm 42:5, 11; 43:5, NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY In a time like this, each of us needs to encourage him/herself. We should continue to hope in God and wait patiently for His appointed time to put an end to this COVID-19 pandemic. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will continue to encourage yourself in spite of this frustrating time of COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: ENCOURAGE YOURSELF

Dearly Beloved, COVID-19: ENCOURAGE YOURSELF “Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance” (Psalm 42:5, 11; 43:5, NKJV). As COVID-19 pandemic is ravaging the whole world unabated for months and more people are dying as a result of the virus, many people have been depressed and disappointed. The fact that it has caused most parts of the world to be on lock down and people are confined to their homes without the opportunity to move freely outside or do normal business has made life boring and monotonous for many people. The worst situation is the fact that people can no longer congregate in worship places to serve their God! No one knows when this situation will come to end. Indeed, this is a trying time for the whole world! The writer of Psalms 42 and 43 found himself in a similar situation. He was unable to join other people to worship God in the Temple. He longed for that fellowship and yearned for the worship of God. He was depressed. Nevertheless, thrice in those Psalms (believed to have been composed at the same time), the psalmist encouraged himself and expressed his trust in God: “Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance” (42:5, 11; 43:5, NKJV). The Amalekites raided the base of David and his men, and took captive their wives in 1 Samuel 30. When David and his men came back to their base and discovered what had happened, they “lifted up their voices and wept, until they had no more power to weep” (verse 4 NKJV). David personally was greatly distressed because of the calamity. However, the Bible says, “But David strengthened himself in the Lord his God” (verse 6b NKJV). In other words, he encouraged himself and still trusted in God. He and his men later recovered everything they had lost including their wives. As the psalmist (in Psalms 42 and 43) acknowledged his emotional struggles in his time of distress, there is nothing wrong for us to admit our frustrations in this trying time of COVID-19 pandemic. We may be remembering the time we used to fellowship with others as we worshipped God in our places of worship, and we may be longing for such fellowships again. In spite of this, in a time like this, each of us needs to encourage him/herself. We should, like the psalmist, continue to hope in God and wait patiently for His appointed time to put an end to this pandemic. We should also, like David, strengthen ourselves in the Lord. We will recover everything that we have lost during this time of COVID-19 pandemic in Jesus’ name. Amen. In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will continue to encourage yourself in spite of this frustrating time of COVID-19 pandemic.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 25Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out!” (Romans 11:33 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Even when things seem confusing, God’s divine plans are unfolding for our good and for God’s honor and glory. - Evan Morgan ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Continue to unfold Your divine plans in my life, O God, even when things seem confusing.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 24Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand” (Isaiah 41:10 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY At times, God may allow our resources to dwindle so that we rely on His strength to keep going. Our needs indeed showcase His power. - Jennifer Benson Schuldt ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always rely on God’s strength to keep you going in spite of your situation in life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 23Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one” (2 Thessalonians 3:3 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Our struggle does not mean God is absent. It means He is working. His faithfulness is not dependent on our receiving a specific answer. Faithful is who He is. - Abby Mcdonald ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Let me continue to experience Your faithfulness in my struggle, O Lord, even when I do not recognize it.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 22Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised; So shall I be saved from my enemies" (Psalm 18:2-3 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Do not stand out in life’s storms alone. Seek God’s shelter. Ask Him to protect you. Make sure you have received His forgiveness. Get close to the Rock of Ages. It is life’s safest spot. - Dave Branon ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, be my rock and fortress against every storm of life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 21Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Then [Job’s] wife said to him, ‘Do you still hold fast to your integrity? Curse God and die!’ But he said to her, ‘You speak as one of the foolish women speaks. Shall we indeed accept good from God, and shall we not accept adversity?’ In all this Job did not sin with his lips” (Job 2:9-10 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Life is full of ups and downs. Glorify God during the ups and fully trust in Him during the downs. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me to always trust You fully, O God, in any situation I find myself.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 20Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Leave your troubles with the Lord, and he will defend you; he never lets honest men be defeated” (Psalm 55:22 TEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Whatever our circumstances we can give them to God. He has lifted the burden of our sins; will He not lift the weight of our sorrows? We have trusted Him with our eternal souls; can we not entrust our present circumstances to Him? - David Roper ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, help me to always leave my troubles with You.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 19Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “When Jesus heard that, He said, ‘This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it.... if you would believe you would see the glory of God’” (John 11:4, 40 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God has allowed this COVID-19 pandemic to prove to the world that He is above every human imagination. If you believe, you will indeed see the glory of God at the end of the pandemic. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will continue to believe in God as you pray for breakthrough over this COVID-19 pandemic till He glorifies Himself on the matter.

COVID-19: …YOU WILL SEE GOD'S GLORY!

Dearly Beloved, COVID-19: …YOU WILL SEE GOD'S GLORY! “When Jesus heard that, He said, ‘This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it’” (John 11:4 NKJV). For almost four months now, COVID-19 has been ravaging the whole world. Millions of people have been infected with the disease. Hundreds of thousands of people have died through it. The economic and social activities of the world have been crippled. In spite of the on-going scientific studies on the cure for the pandemic, there has been no breakthrough in sight. Many religious people have prayed, and are still praying. It seems the gods have closed their eyes and ears to the prayers. Some prophets have prophesied about the end of the epidemic, but such prophecies have refused to be fulfilled. Has the Almighty God abandoned the world to be ravaged by this virus? Will He continue to look as the world helplessly struggles with the deadly pandemic? Will He not act because of His beloved ones in the world? Martha and Mary in John 11 were in a precarious situation. Lazarus, their beloved brother, was sick. They sent words to Jesus Christ that His friend, Lazarus, was sick. As an intimate friend of the family, they wanted Jesus Christ to come and heal their brother. When Jesus Christ heard this news that one of His beloved friends was sick, He said, “This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God may be glorified through it” (verse 4, NKJV). Surprisingly, Jesus Christ stayed where He was for two more days. By the time He got to where Lazarus was, Lazarus had died and been buried for four days. To the two sisters and other well-wishers, the situation had become helpless. It was like both Martha and Mary were blaming Jesus Christ when He eventually arrived (see verses 21, 32). Jesus Christ, who had known what He would do, reassured them that He is “... the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die” (verses 25-26 NKJV). He further reminded them that if they “... would believe [they] would see the glory of God” (verse 40). He eventually raised Lazarus from the dead, and He was glorified. The sisters were expecting Him to come and heal their sick brother, He tarried to prove that He cannot only heal the sick, but also raise the dead who had been buried for four days! The whole world is indeed in a precarious situation. Christians and non-Christians have prayed and called on God to intervene and put an end to this ravaging COVID-19 pandemic. It seems the prayers have not been answered. The prayers have been answered! God is staying back for His appointed time to be glorified. He will arise in His own time and stop the epidemic. He will do more than the expectation of the people. You also may be in a particular precarious situation apart from this global crisis. You might have prayed, and it seems that God is not answering your prayers. He will answer your prayers. He is waiting for His appointed time when He will be fully glorified in your situation. If you believe, you will indeed see the glory of God. In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will continue to believe in God as you pray for breakthrough over this COVID-19 pandemic till He glorifies Himself on the matter.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 18Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “We are people of flesh and blood. That is why Jesus became one of us. He died to destroy the devil, who had power over death.... And now that Jesus has suffered and was tempted, he can help anyone else who is tempted” (Hebrews 2:14, 18 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Whatever life brings, we can be assured that the One, Jesus Christ, who rescued us from our greatest foe, the devil, stands ready to help us in our times of greatest need. - Arthur Jackson ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, Jesus Christ, in my times of greatest need.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 16Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “God is our protection and source of strength. He is always ready to help us in times of trouble. So we are not afraid when the earth quakes and the mountains fall into the sea. We are not afraid when the seas become rough and dark and the mountains tremble” (Psalm 46:1-3 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Through this time of difficulties, we can understand God better and learn to rely on Him more, having our faith strengthened. - Will Graham ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me to understand You better in this time of difficulties, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 15Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “People can plan what they want to do, but it is the Lord who guides their steps” (Proverbs 16:9 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When you begin to plan next time, ask God for His wisdom for establishing the vision and action steps. You will be surprised how well He can plan. - Os Hillman ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to always ask You for guidance in whatever thing I am doing.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 13Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And go quickly and tell His disciples that He is risen from the dead, and indeed He is going before you into Galilee; there you will see Him. Behold, I have told you” (Matthew 28:7 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Jesus Christ entered our dark world to bring freedom and life. His resurrection celebrates that He accomplished what He set out to do. We too can celebrate His resurrection and share the good news: He’s alive! - Linda Washington ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Jesus, enable to celebrate Your resurrection by sharing its good news with others.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 12Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised.... But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead...." (1 Corinthians 15:13-20 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The basis of Christian message and life is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Glory be to God for fulfilling His promises in raising Jesus Christ from the dead. Commemorating this historic event should not be on a special day each year alone, or even on every first day of the week only, but on every day of our lives. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that the resurrection of Jesus Christ will have great impact in your life every day.

IF JESUS CHRIST HAS NOT BEEN RAISED

Dearly Beloved, IF JESUS CHRIST HAS NOT BEEN RAISED "If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised.... But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead...." (1 Corinthians 15:13-20 NIV). Every year, the Christians all over the world set aside a Sunday in either late March or early April to remember and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Why do they attach much importance to the celebration? Does it have any difference today if Jesus Christ is dead or alive? After all, famous world religious founders are dead. What if Jesus Christ has not been raised from the dead? Do we still have an anchor for our souls? One of the problems of the first-century Corinthian church that made Paul to write his first epistle to them was the denial of bodily resurrection - a belief that crept into the church through the influence of Greek viewpoint of immortality of only the soul. To an average Greek, there was no bodily resurrection of the dead. Even the Sadducees - a sect of the Jews - did not believe in the resurrection of the dead (Matthew 22:23; Mark 12:18; Luke 20:27; Acts 23:8). The basis of Christian message and life is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. If we, the twenty-first-century Christians doubt the resurrection of the dead, then we have to agree with these six logical arguments: The first argument for the resurrection of Jesus Christ and other believers is that the Christian message would be useless if Christ has not been raised. Paul boldly stated in 1 Corinthians 2:2, "For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified" (NIV. See also 1:22; 15:3-4; Galatians 3:1; 6:14). Crucifixion in the first-century Greco-Roman world was a notorious punishment for criminals. If Christ has not been raised, what would be the pride in preaching about a crucified person? The second argument is about our Christian faith. The Christian faith rests on the crucified and resurrected Jesus Christ. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved. Peter put it clearly in his defense before the Sanhedrin: "…then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed. He is 'the stone you builders rejected, which has become the capstone.' Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:10-12 NIV). Jesus Christ is the Way! Such faith in Christ would have been useless - empty, without cause, without success if Christ has not been raised. Preachers of the gospel are notorious liars - false witnesses - if Christ has not been raised. The Scriptures would also be one of those misleading literatures in the world. However, hear Peter again: "We did not follow cleverly invented stories when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty" (2 Peter 1:16 NIV). Jesus Christ is our sacrificial Lamb that 'propitiate' for our sins through His death (Roman 3:25; Hebrews 2:17; 1 John 2:2; 4:10). He was a substitute for the punishment we deserve due to our sins. Because of this, we will not be judged again (Roman 8:1), we have been justified (Roman 5:9). No doubt, if Jesus Christ has not been raised from the dead, His death would be useless, and we would still be in our sins and still carry the guilt and condemnation of sin. The reason is that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the proof that His death actually atoned for our sin. Jesus Christ promises in John 11:25-26, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?" (NIV. See also John 3:36; 5:21; 6:39-40, 44). If Jesus Christ has not been raised from the dead, then such promises are vain promises and the departed and even the living Christians would find themselves in hell. Eternity would have been an illusion. If the above argument is true, then Christians should be pitied most because all reasons and purposes for life itself are destroyed. If Christians have hope only for this life, unbelievers are better off than then. It would have been most disastrous for them. Whether the Greeks, the Sadducees, and even the whole world believe in the bodily resurrection or not, the good news is that Jesus Christ was indeed raised from the dead (Matthew 28:1-6; Mark 16:2-7; Luke 24:4-7; John 20:1-9; Acts 1:3; 2:23-24, 32; 13:30; 17:31; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Hebrews 13:20). He is alive! He has defeated sin, death, and the devil! In 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, Paul chronicled some historical events that served as proof of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Many other extra-Biblical sources attest to this historical event. In fact, His appearance to this people for over a period of forty days is a convincing proof that He is alive (Acts 1:3). He is still appearing to many people today. Praise the Lord! Glory be to God for fulfilling His promises in raising Jesus Christ from the dead. Nevertheless, does His resurrection have any meaning to you? Has it had any impact in your life? Have you experienced the work of salvation that Jesus Christ perfected in His resurrection? Commemorating this historic event should not be on a special day each year alone, or even on every first day of the week only, but on every day of our lives. In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that the resurrection of Jesus Christ will have great impact in your life every day.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 11Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But Christ died for us while we were still sinners, and by this God showed how much he loves us” (Romans 5:8 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY By the cross we know the gravity of sin and the greatness of God’s love towards us. - John Chrysostom ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Appreciate God for His love for you that He demonstrated by the death of Jesus Christ.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 10Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Christ himself suffered when he died for you, and with that one death he paid for your sins. He was not guilty, but he died for people who are guilty. He did this to bring all of you to God. In his physical form he was killed, but he was made alive by the Spirit” (1 Peter 3:18 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The Good Friday – the day Jesus Christ through His atoning death on the cross paid the price of man’ sin in order to remove the wrath of God and thereby reconcile man to God – was rather the Best Friday. – Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that the death of Jesus Christ on the cross will not be in vain over your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 09Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “My voice You shall hear in the morning, O Lord; in the morning I will direct it to You, and I will look up” (Psalm 5:3 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY There is nothing sweeter than a morning talk with your Heavenly Father. It sets the tone of your entire day. - Michelle Patterson Prell ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always create time to be alone with God before doing anything every morning.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 08Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us” (Romans 8:37 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Do not let the horrible nature of the waters prevent you from crossing the rivers of life. The more horrible the challenges we face, the sweeter the joy of conquering them. - Israelmore Ayivor ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the tenacious spirit to conquer all you difficulties in life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 07Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more so that we may fear less. - Marie Curie ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will not fear anything in this world, but you will have sound mind to understand those things that you tend to fear.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 06Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Do not be dismay with this raging COVID-19 pandemic. The world will survive it. There will be solution to this pandemic. In spite of the “weeping of the night” of the pandemic, joy will indeed come in the morning! - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be one of the people that will experience the joy that will come in the “morning” of this trying “night” of COVID-19 pandemic.

JOY COMETH IN THE MORNING

Dearly Beloved, JOY COMETH IN THE MORNING “For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5 NKJV). When the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic first started and as it spread from one country to the other, I was worried for the havoc it would cause especially in the underdeveloped and developing world because of the standard of living in those parts of the world. My worries grew as news of the death of hundreds of people is reported every day. I have counselled and preached to people not to worry, but a Yoruba hymn ministered to me one night. The lyrics of the hymn in Yoruba (inter alia) are: “Gbori re soke alare, tori ayo n bo lowuro. Olorun so n'nu oro Re pe ayo ma n bo lowuro. Ayo ma n bo lowuro, ekun le pe titi dale sugbon ayo n bo lowuro.” [Its English lyrics: “Oh, weary pilgrim, lift your head: For joy cometh in the morning! For God in His own Word hath said that joy cometh in the morning! Joy cometh in the morning! Joy cometh in the morning! Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning!”] Mary M. Weinland (1818-1899) composed this hymn. Little is known about this lady, but it is evident that she based the hymn on Psalm 30:5 possibly when she or some people around her were passing through a trying time. In the hymn, she referred to the trouble person (or persons) as “weary pilgrim”, “trembling saints”, “weeping mourner”, “every burdened soul”, and “every trembling sinner”. She reminded this person (or these people) that God has said in His Word, “…weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5 NKJV). So, this person (or these people) should cheer up for the trying time is momentary. What a great assurance! Apostle Paul explained this futuristically, “Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man is being renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal” (2 Corinthians 4:16-18 NKJV). Yes, joy will come in the morning! Do not be dismay with this raging COVID-19 pandemic. The world will survive it. It is just a “night” of confusion, uncertainty, lock down, stay at home, social (or physical) distancing, sickness, and even death of some people. The “morning” of victory is imminent. There will be solution to this pandemic. Most of those that have contacted the virus will get well. The world will come back to its normalcy. People will soon be able to socialize with others and go about their normal businesses. You will outlive this trying period. Joy will indeed come in the morning! In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will be one of the people that will experience the joy that will come in “morning” of this trying “night” of COVID-19 pandemic.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 04Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!” (Psalm 27:14 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Most people never realize that loneliness is a gift from God. Not only can it draw us closer to Jesus, it can teach us to cherish a long-awaited marriage relationship all the more. - Eric Ludy ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY In this period of “compulsory stay at home”, let me be able to wait on You, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 03Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “God is our protection and source of strength. He is always ready to help us in times of trouble. So we are not afraid when the earth quakes and the mountains fall into the sea” (Psalm 46:1-2 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If we continue to have faith in God in our dark times and problems, God will guide us to the path out of the problems. - Anurag Prakash Ray ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will continue to trust in God for protection and strength in this dark time of COVID-19.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 02Apr2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “So don’t worry at all about having enough food and clothing. ...your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to” (Matthew 6:31-33 TLB). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Any time you take God out of the center of your life and put anything else there — no matter how good it is — you are going to worry. - Rick Warren ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, not to worry about how to cater for myself and my family in this trying time, but make You the center of my life.