Spiritual Digest for the Day 01Oct2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “This is the day which the Lord has brought about; we will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24 AMP). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY I, not events, have the power to make me happy or unhappy today. I can choose which it shall be. Yesterday is dead – tomorrow hasn’t arrived yet. I have just one day, today, and I’m going to be happy in it. – Groucho Marx ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Lord, help me to really rejoice in this day.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 30Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted" (2 Timothy 3:12 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Even in God's will, there are persecution and hardship, but God will use the persecution and hardship to glorify Himself in your life. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY God, let me always be in your will so that even if persecution or suffering comes, it will be to your glory.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 29Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "There has never been the slightest doubt in my mind that the God who started this great work in you would keep at it and bring it to a flourishing finish on the very day Christ Jesus appears" (Philippians 1:6 MSG). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY What we see of God's provisions teaches us to trust Him for what we cannot see of His purposes. -Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to always see Your provisions when I cannot see Your purpose for me.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 28Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If you have been looking unto yourself, it is time to start looking unto Jesus. Look unto Him, the author and finisher of your faith. And soon, you will be looking at your healing and prosperity! - Joseph Prince ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me Lord to always look unto You instead of myself or situation.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 27Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin” (James 4:17 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY You can make a difference in the little corner that you are. Determine to contribute positively to the development of where you are, and the betterment of people you come across. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to contribute your quota to the positive development of where you are, and the betterment of people you come across.

WHAT AN AVOIDABLE SITUATION! (in honour of late Rev. Mrs. Sarah Oladimeji)

Dearly Beloved, WHAT AN AVOIDABLE SITUATION! (in honour of late Rev. Mrs. Sarah Oladimeji) “Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin” (James 4:17 NKJV). I was not happy as I wrote this message for the week (I am still not happy!). One of my pastor-colleagues (late Rev. Mrs. Sarah Aderonke Oladimeji) died in an avoidable situation in one of the so-called government specialist hospitals recently because of human negligence and lack of basic equipment for emergency situations. The husband of the deceased who is also a pastor recounted mournfully how he rushed his dying wife to this hospital when situation was going out of hand. He had applied known first-aid treatments to resuscitate her when she slumped and fainted in his presence. The medical personnel at the said hospital did not show enough concern and give expected immediate treatment to the woman who coincidentally was also a trained nurse. Even if they wanted to help, the hospital lacks the needed equipment to treat her and save her from the preventable death as she died there in the hospital because of lack of immediate treatment. Apart from lack of basic medical equipment in most of the public (and even private) hospitals in Nigeria, the unprofessional and nonchalant attitude of many of the medical personnel in these hospitals have caused many avoidable deaths to thousands of people leaving their loved ones in everlasting sorrow. While most of the medical personnel in government hospitals have lost the motivation to be dedicated to their noble humanitarian profession because of the shabby treatments they receive from the government, most of their counterparts in the private sector place financial gain over the sanctity of human life. That is why it is common to see these medical personnel in the private sector refusing to treat patients (even the ones on danger list) except some amount of money is deposited. Thousands of people have died in such a situation because they did not have the needed money to pay. One may argue that such private hospitals are for profit making. However, that should not be at the detriment of losing a life or causing untold pains to patients. One would wonder about government hospitals that are not profit-oriented. Lack of (or the use of obsolete) medical equipment has sent many people to their early graves or deformed them if they were lucky to still be alive. It is shameful that political leaders and other government functionaries that are expected to provide basic health facilities and take good care of the existing government hospitals refuse to do the needful. They are ready to embark on medical tours to other places in the advanced world for medical treatment whenever they have any slightest ailment. What a country! This indifferent attitude of the sanctity of human life cuts across every sphere of the society in Nigeria. Most of the roads in Nigeria are death traps. Many avoidable accidents that caused many human lives have occurred on these roads. Pipe-borne water is not available in most parts of the country as the government leaves the citizens to fend for themselves. Electricity is erratic. Government schools (especially the tertiary institutions) do not have stable academic calendars as the employees in these schools embark on industrial actions at will because of lack of commitment in the part of the government to take good care of these schools and the employees there. The list is endless. How long will the country continue in these avoidable situations after sixty years of independence in spite of the divine endowments of human, material and natural resources that the country have? I weep for my country! You can make a difference in the little corner that you are. The needed change to all these avoidable situations begins with me. It begins with you. Be patriotic. Stop being self-centred. Have human feelings and selflessly care for other people. The people that have the opportunity of being in government (or close to those that are there) should arise and build this country. Let us join hands to stop all these avoidable sad situations. “…to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin” (James 4:17 NKJV). Adieu Sarah Oladimeji! In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will be able to contribute your quota to the positive development of where you are, and the betterment of people you come across. NB: This message is dedicated to late Rev. Mrs. Sarah Aderonke Oladimeji who died avoidably on September 22, 2020.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 26Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him" (James 1:5 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The best way to obtain truth and wisdom is not to ask from books, but to go to God in prayer, and obtain divine teaching. - Joseph Smith, Jr. ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Teach me to almost obtain the truth and wisdom from You, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 25Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "I only gave them this command: 'Obey me and I will be your God, and you will be my people. Do all that I command, and good things will happen to you'" (Jeremiah 7:23 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Our obedience to the Lord may seem insignificant in the big picture, but it breathes freshness and life into the spiritual atmosphere of every believer. - David C. McCasland ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, Lord, to always obey You no matter what it will cost me.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 24Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For thus says the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: 'In returning and rest you shall be saved; In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.' But you would not” (Isaiah 30:15 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God is found in stillness. To know God is to stop and be still. Listen to the spirit within you. Communion with God happens internally. You will never meet God in the hustle and bustle of life. Learn to be silent. It is here that you will find God. - Tanya Guerrier ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Teach me, O Lord, to always be still in Your presence in order to hear You speaking to me.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 23Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “It’s in Christ that we find out who we are and what we are living for. Long before we first heard of Christ and got our hopes up, he had his eye on us, had designs on us for glorious living, part of the overall purpose he is working out in everything and everyone” (Ephesians 1:11-12 MSG). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The only way to know your identity and purpose in life is by getting to know your Creator. When you find your identity in Christ, you are going to find your purpose and the motivation to get to work on it. - Rick Warren ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will really find your identity and purpose in life as you move closer to your Creator.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 22Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going” (Hebrews 11:8 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Great rewards await if you obey without knowing all the details. It is a principle God wants each of His followers to experience. - Charles R. Swindoll ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the grace to always obey God even when you do not know the details of the instruction.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 20Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful” (1 Corinthians 4:2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God has not called anyone to be successful, but to be faithful. If success comes out of one’s faithfulness, that is good. However, remember that God will not reward success, but faithfulness. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will focus more on faithfulness, instead of success, in your calling, ministry, and other life endeavours.

SUCCESS OR FAITHFULNESS?

Dearly Beloved, SUCCESS OR FAITHFULNESS? “Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful” (1 Corinthians 4:2 NKJV). Some time ago when I was leading a stewardship seminar among some Christians who were mainly church pastors, I referred to the saying attributed to Mother Teresa: “God has not called us to be successful, but to be faithful.” One of the pastors at the meeting disagreed vehemently with the statement. He insisted in spite of my explanations that he will be successful in the ministry. His argument may be right to some extent. However, the primary purpose of the call of God on any Christian in general and any pastor in particular is being faithful to God. Success may come later. The lyrics of the hymn, “OUR BEST”, composed by Salathial Cleaver Kirk (1847-1917) reminded me of the fact. To be specific, these parts of the hymn reiterate faithfulness above success: “Do then the best you can, not for reward, Not for the praise of men, but for the Lord.” Kirk emphasized doing one’s best, that is, being faithful, without thinking of getting reward or praise of men, that is, success. This is the sound biblical teaching! In many places, the Holy Bible teaches about being faithful (see Matthew 24:45-46; Luke 16:10-12; 1 Corinthians 4:2). Regardless of whether what one is doing is small or great, what matters most is faithfully doing one’s best in it. Even if it seems that people do not appreciate one, one should continue to be faithful in one’s calling or endeavour. It is a misplacement of priority when one places success above faithfulness because the success of one’s life or ministry depends on God, and He has the prerogative to give it as He likes to anyone. Apostle Paul reminded the Corinthians this principle when he told them that in spite of his efforts and those of Apollos, that it is God that brings growth (or success) (see 1 Corinthians 3:6). Moses also echoed this principle to the Israelites that it is God that brings wealth (or success) (see Deuteronomy 8:18). Paul further said that it is our labour, “our best” (in Kirk’s words), or our faithfulness that God will reward (see 1 Corinthians 3:9), not our success. Twice, in the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25, the master of the servants said “Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things…” (verses 21, 23). In spite of the varied successes of the servants, it was their faithfulness that was commended, not their success. The reason is that God is more mindful of our faithfulness, not our success. No wonder, Paul emphasized it: “…it is required in stewards that one be found faithful” (1 Corinthians 4:2 NKJV). God has not called anyone to be successful, but to be faithful. If success comes out of one’s faithfulness, that is good. However, remember that God will not reward success, but faithfulness. Focus on faithfulness rather than on any form of success. Do your best to be faithful. In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will focus more on faithfulness, instead of success, in your calling, ministry, and other life endeavours.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 18Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up” (Galatians 6:8-9 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Sow a thought, reap an act; Sow an act, reap a habit; Sow a habit, reap a character; Sow a character, reap a destiny. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will sow good things in order to reap good things.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 17Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Stewardship that honors God is voluntary, not compulsory; generous, not tightfisted; joyful, not begrudging; purposeful, not arbitrary; and within one’s means. - K. T. Sim ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O God, enable me to give voluntarily, generously, joyful, and purposefully unto You and others as You give me the means.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 16Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “I praise you because of the wonderful way you created me. Everything you do is marvelous! Of this I have no doubt” (Psalm 139:14 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY You are one of a kind. There has never been another you, and there never will be. Every detail of who you are was designed by God. Nothing about you is a mistake or an accident. - Holley Gerth ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O God, give me the courage to be who I am and to help others do the same.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 154Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God” (Romans 8:26-27 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY People that spend time in prayer and in the study of God’s Word are strengthened in their faith and do not stay discouraged for very long, because the Holy Spirit through fellowship brings peace and contentment. - Billy Graham ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Holy Spirit, help me in my prayers and give me peace and contentment through the prayers.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 14Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “David was greatly distressed because the men were talking of stoning him; each one was bitter in spirit because of his sons and daughters. But David found strength in the Lord his God” (1 Samuel 30:6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Only when life is difficult, are we challenged to become our greatest selves. - Jonathan Lockwood Huie ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O God, strengthen me when it seems that life is difficult for me.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 13Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “At Joppa there was a certain disciple named ... Dorcas … [who] was full of good works and charitable deeds…. But it happened in those days that she became sick and died…. And all the widows stood by [Peter] weeping, showing the tunics and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them” (Acts 9:36-37a, 39b NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY You will become history one day. Your words, actions and/or inactions today will become what people will use to measure you. Whether people will be allowed to honestly say what they know about you or not, posterity will read about you one day. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the grace to do the right things now that you are living so that posterity will read good things about you after your demise.

WHAT WILL POSTERITY READ ABOUT YOU? (in honour of Rev. Dr. S. T. Ola Akande)

Dearly Beloved, WHAT WILL POSTERITY READ ABOUT YOU? (in honour of Rev. Dr. S. T. Ola Akande) “At Joppa there was a certain disciple named ... Dorcas … [who] was full of good works and charitable deeds…. But it happened in those days that she became sick and died…. And all the widows stood by [Peter] weeping, showing the tunics and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them” (Acts 9:36-37a, 39b NKJV). Some days ago, when I read about the news of the home call of Rev. Dr. Samuel Titilola Oladele Akande (1926-2020) on social media some hours after his demise, I received the news with mixed feelings. As a growing Baptist boy, I knew Rev. Dr. S. T. Ola Akande in the late 1970s and early 1980s as a great icon of the Nigerian Baptist faith. He was then the President (the chief presiding officer) and later the General Secretary (the chief executive officer) of the Nigerian Baptist Convention. I looked up to him as a role model that was worthy of emulation, and I aspired to be like him. He later joined the Nigerian politics in the early 1990s. When I joined the workforce of the Convention at its headquarters in Oke Bola, Ibadan, Nigeria, I heard many stories about him. These stories made me to have mixed feelings when I heard the news about his demise. His demise reminded me of a controversy about what one should say about the dead. Expectedly, many accolades have been said about the late S. T. Ola Akande since his demise few days ago. Many more tributes will still emerge about him. Undoubtedly, S. T. Ola Akande was an enigma personified in the annals of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, and this write-up is not to praise him or do otherwise. One thing is certain: Rev. Dr. S. T. Ola Akande has become a history. Nevertheless, the death of this great orator and indefatigable preacher of the gospel is to remind each one of us that we will die one day, and whether we like it or not posterity will read about what we lived for on earth. When Dorcas (also known as Tabitha) died, people gathered together to recount the good deeds she had done. In fact, a message was sent to Simon Peter to come and wake her up because she was too good to die (see Acts 9:36-43). The books of the Kings and the Chronicles in the Old Testament chronicled the lives and deaths of many kings of Israel and Judah. Each king was measured with either the phrase “he did what was right in the sight of the LORD” or the phrase “he did evil in the sight of the LORD”. Posterity is reading about each of these kings today. You also will become history one day. Your words, actions and/or inactions today will become what people will use to measure you. Whether people will be allowed to honestly say what they know about you or not, posterity will read about you one day. Remember the Yoruba axiom: “Arise ni arika; arika ni baba iregun. Ohun ti a ba se ni oni, oro itan ni bi o di ola.” [Literally: “What one did or does is what people will recount; what people will recount about one is the father of reference point. What one does today will definitely become history tomorrow.”] What will posterity read about you after your demise? Adieu, Rev. Dr. S. T. Ola Akande! In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray for the grace to do the right things now that you are living so that posterity will read good things about you after your demise. NB This message is dedicated to Rev. Dr. SAMUEL TITILOLA OLADELE AKANDE (ST Ola Akande) (1926-2020).

Spiritual Digest for the Day 12Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "And [God] said: 'Behold, I make a covenant. Before all your people I will do marvels such as have not been done in all the earth, nor in any nation; and all the people among whom you are shall see the work of the Lord. For it is an awesome thing that I will do with you'” (Exodus 34:10 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY As a child of God, know that your heavenly Father specializes in performing great wonders, key into this by faith and begin to enjoy His limitless ability to do and undo for His people. - ObalOluwa Osuolale ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY I key into Your wonder-working specialization. Perform Your great wonders in my life, O Lord.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 11Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints” (Ephesians 6:18 NASU). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Prayer is the most powerful weapon for a Christian to pull down every stronghold of the enemy. - Supo Ayokunle ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to pray until all the stronghold of the enemy is pulled down in your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 10Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "And she added, 'Who would have said to Abraham that Sarah would nurse children? Yet I have borne him a son in his old age'” (Genesis 21:7 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We need supernatural strength and divine wisdom to wait for God's plan to unfold. Good things come to those who wait. - Charles R. Swindoll ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O God, to be able to wait for Your time for my life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 08Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm" (Daniel 6:3 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY To be successful in the marketplace, you must be observant, think more, have a holistic perspective and go the extra mile. Go to work today with a better approach to your work or business, and you will rule the market. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to be able to distinguish myself in my workplace by being diligent in whatever I am doing.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 06Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well" (Matthew 6:33 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY It is a good thing to ask God for material and financial blessings. Everybody needs them. However, the first thing to seek from God is the wisdom to do His will. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Lord, help me to seek You and Your righteousness first in all my endeavors.

WHAT WOULD YOU SEEK FIRST?

Dearly Beloved, WHAT WOULD YOU SEEK FIRST? "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well" (Matthew 6:33 NIV). Can you imagine a person that wants to buy something in the market whose main concern is the additional thing the seller would give him for patronizing him? Or can you imagine a person that has more interest in the insignificant addition to a gift rather than the actual gift? This is what most people do in their approach to God. They would want God to do any other thing for them while they leave the main thing. Many people are ready to spend most of their time asking God for material and financial blessings while they neglect the most important spiritual blessings that He is ready to give those that ask for them. Many would do anything they can to get what they want from God while they refuse to do want God wants from them. The above Bible verse sums it up: "But seek first [God's] kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well" (Matthew 6:33 NIV). We are to firstly seek the kingdom of God. A Bible commentator puts it this way, "Seek first to be righteous, and to become interested in His favor, and all necessary things will be added to you. He has control over all things, and He can give you what you need. He WILL give you what HE deems best for you." When we firstly seek God and live according to His commands, He will give us even those earthly things that we do not ask for. King Solomon is a good example here. God asked him to ask for anything from Him. Rather than asking for earthly things for his selfish gain, he asked for God's wisdom, and God did not only give him unparalleled wisdom, He gave him even those earthly things that he did not requested for (see 1 Kings 3:1-15). It is a good thing to ask God for material and financial blessings. Everybody needs them. However, the first thing to seek from God is the wisdom to do His will. The psalmist says, "Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart" and "He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them" (Psalms 37:4; 145:19 NIV. See also Psalms 34:9-10; 37:18, 19, 25; 84:11; Mark 10:29-30; 1 Timothy 4:8). Many do not have or/and enjoy material and financial blessings because of their misplaced priority. What would you seek first? In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Points: 1. Lord, help me to seek You and Your righteousness first in all my endeavors. 2. As I am seeking you first Lord, add all these material and financial blessings to your spiritual blessings for me.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 05Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God offers His presence to us in life’s darkest moments, which enables us, in turn, to be His presence to the hurting. - Randy Kilgore ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the grace to be a channel of God's comfort to people aroud you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 04Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "Now I urge you, brethren, note those who cause divisions and offenses, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and avoid them. 18 For those who are such do not serve our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly, and by smooth words and flattering speech deceive the hearts of the simple" (Romans 16:17-18 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY At all times we must be on guard not to misrepresent God’s message to acquire what we want from others. With a heart yielded to God, we must honestly share spiritual truths that will benefit those who hear. - Dennis Fisher ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always share the words of truth sincerely with others.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 03Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, you are God’s building" (1 Corinthians 3:9 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Although our mighty heavenly Father does not need our help to accomplish His great works, He equips us and invites us to partner with Him. - Xochitl Dixon ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to join God where He is working around you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 02Sep2020

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY "Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me" (Matthew 16:24 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY To be a Christian is more than being a member of a church; more than being baptized, and living a good moral life. It is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ in which you are willing to take up your cross and follow Him, no matter what. - Billy Graham ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Jesus Christ, enable me to surrender my life totally unto You and to willingly take my cross daily and follow You, no matter what.