Spiritual Digest for the Day 01Apr2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you” (Matthew 6:33 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If Jesus is not fitting into the mold you have, then come to the mold maker and get His new one. Submit to His plan for your life and you will see your eternal need met first, then all the other things you have need of will be taken care of as well. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to allow the great Molder to mold you in His own way.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 30Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “[Jesus Christ] made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross” (Philippians 2:7-8 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Jesus Christ voluntarily became one of us. He placed Himself in our shoes. He left the glories of heaven to live on this earth as one of us - to suffer our pains and feel our fears. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always appreciate the once emptiness of Jesus Christ for your sake.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 29Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “The Lord gives perfect peace to those whose faith is firm. So always trust the Lord because he is forever our mighty rock” (Isaiah 26:3-4 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God’s peace comes to us when our minds are steadfast. As we lean on Him, we will experience His calming presence. - Karen Huang ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY I pray that I will always lean on God to enjoy His perfect peace.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 28Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The key to wisdom in all areas is wholeheartedly trusting in God, the only true source of wisdom. - Alyson Kieda ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to always trust in You.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 27Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God all things are possible’” (Mark 10:27 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Do not rely on anybody, even yourself. Do not lose hope that your situation is beyond remedy. Man may fail because of his limitation. Things may reach a deadlock with man, but not with God. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O God, let me totally depend on you in all things, especially those that are beyond my control.

NOT WITH GOD

Dearly Beloved, NOT WITH GOD “But Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God all things are possible’” (Mark 10:27 NKJV). Our God is the God of all possibilities. Nothing is impossible with Him, except for things contrary to His divine attributes (see Numbers 23:19; 1 Samuel 15:29; 2 Timothy 2:13; Titus 1:2; Hebrews 6:18). God is the infinite God. He can do all things. He knows all things. He is above all things. He is the Creator of all things. In fact, He is the eternal God that has been before the creation of all things. He is when there are all things. He will continue to be when all things are no more (cf. Hebrews 13:8). What a God! On the contrary, man is finite. He cannot do all things. He does not know all things. He is not above all things. He is just a created being. In fact, he "is of few days and full of trouble" (Job 14:1 NKJV). Jesus Christ brought out this great difference between God and man when His disciples were amazed at His teachings about the kingdom of God. He said, “With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God all things are possible’” (Mark 10:27 NKJV). You can also read Genesis 18:14; Jeremiah 32:17, 27; Luke 1:37; 18:27; Philippians 3:21. What is the implication of this glaring difference? Total dependence on God, and not man. One should not rely on anybody, even oneself. One should not lose hope that one's situation is beyond remedy. Man may fail because of his limitation. Things may reach a deadlock with man, BUT NOT WITH GOD. All things are possible with Him! “The things which are impossible with men are possible with God” (Luke 18:27 NKJV). In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Request: O God, let me totally depend on you in all things, especially those that are beyond my control in Jesus' name. Amen.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 26Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven” (Ecclesiastes 3:1 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The bad news is time flies. The good news is you are the pilot. - Michael Althsuler ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, help me to always make good use of my time.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 25Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me” (Psalm 23:4 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If fear has been knocking at your door, begin to face that fear with God's peace. It is God's secret weapon to destroy fear. - Os Hillman ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O God, enable me to conquer my fear with Your peace.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 24Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “A good name [earned by honorable behavior, godly wisdom, moral courage, and personal integrity] is more desirable than great riches; and favor is better than silver and gold” (Proverbs 22:1 AMP). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Money will only buy things that are for sale, and happiness, a clear conscience, and freedom from worry are not! Money can be used to purchase lovely and comfortable dwellings, pleasure vacations, and delightful works of art. But the most valuable things in life (like peace, love, integrity, and enduring respect) are not for sale. - Charles R. Swindoll ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always have the right perspective about money.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 23Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Now David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and his daughters. But David strengthened himself in the Lord his God” (1 Samuel 30:6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Circumstances do not defeat you - you defeat yourself when you give up. - Jonathan Lockwood Huie ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the courage not to allow any situation to defeat you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 21Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And so find favor and high esteem in the sight of God and man.... In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:4, 6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We gain wisdom and by implication live wisely when we have a relationship with God because He gives wisdom to those who earnestly seek it. - Alyson Kieda ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will have a good relationship with God in order to gain wisdom and live wisely.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 20Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “…casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY You do not need to be dismayed in whatever you are passing through or about to pass through. All you need to do is to trust in God. He will take care of you. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always experience the care of God in all ramifications of your life.

GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU

Dearly Beloved, GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU “…casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7 NKJV). I am not sure if I have ever based any of my weekly devotional messages on the comforting hymn, “GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU” composed by Mrs Civilla Durfee Martin (1866-1948). Mrs Martin was the wife of a Baptist pastor, Walter Stillman Martin (1862-1935). They were great evangelists. The wife was sick while they had an evangelistic engagement. As the husband contemplated cancelling the appointment, their nine-year-old boy asked a simple question: “Don’t you think God can take care of Mum?” The question was a great inspiration to Mrs Martin as she composed a poem that became the popular hymn titled “GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU”. God did take of Mrs Martin as she was healed and felt much better later in the day. After its composition, Rev. Martin wrote the music to the poem and added the new hymn to the hymns he was compiling for publication. God will indeed take care of His people (see Psalm 55:22; 1 Peter 5:7). They do not to be dismayed whatever happens to them because they abide under His wings of love (see Psalm 91). He will take care of them every day, all the way. God will take care of His people when their hearts fail through days of toil. He will take care of them when fierce dangers attack their path (see Psalm 23:4). God will take care of His people by providing for all their needs, and He will not deny them of anything they ask from Him provided it according to His will for them (see 1 John 5:14). God will take care of His people no matter what may be their test or temptation (see 1 Corinthians 10:13). Therefore, His people should learn how to trust in Him because He will take care of them (see Proverbs 3:5-6). Are you part of the people of God? God will take care of you. You do not need to be dismayed in whatever you are passing through or about to pass through. All you need to do is to trust in Him. God will take care of you. He will meet you at the point of your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus (see Philippians 4:19). He has promised never to leave nor forsake you (see Hebrews 13:5). In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will always experience the care of God in all ramifications of your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 19Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And [Martha] had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus’ feet and heard His word. But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she approached Him and said, ‘Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore tell her to help me.’ And Jesus answered and said to her, ‘Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her’” (Luke 10:39-42 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Slow down and invest yourself in knowing God; let His Word reveal Himself to you. If you are too busy to spend time with God, you are simply too busy. - Randy Kilgore ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Lord, help me to care more about my fellowship with You than my busyness for You.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 18Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Don’t offer the parts of your body to serve sin. Don’t use your bodies to do evil, but offer yourselves to God, as people who have died and now live. Offer the parts of your body to God to be used for doing good” (Romans 6:13 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY There is no greater joy than to be used by God for a purpose bigger than yourself. - Rick Warren ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the grace to always offer yourself for doing good to the glory of God.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 17Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Most important of all, you must sincerely love each other, because love wipes away many sins” (1 Peter 4:8 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We come to love not by finding the perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly. - Angelina Jolie ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, Lord, to be able to love other people in spite of their imperfection.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 16Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY However much or little you have, “Thank You” is always a more powerful prayer than, “I need more.” - Jonathan Lockwood Huie ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that words of appreciation will always be more than words of request in your prayers to God.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 15Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “We are being careful so that no one will criticize us.... We are trying to do what is right. We want to do what the Lord accepts as right and also what people think is right” (2 Corinthians 8:20-21 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Integrity is not only about God, it is also about men. - Kayode Oyedemi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to be a man/woman of integrity not only before God, but also before other people.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 14Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed” (Mark 1:35 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We need quiet time to examine our lives openly and honestly - spending quiet time alone gives your mind an opportunity to renew itself and create order. - Susan Taylor ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to always have quiet times to examine myself and commune with You.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 13Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Then Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned safely to his house in Jerusalem. And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to King Jehoshaphat, ‘Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the Lord?’” (2 Chronicles 19:1, 2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Who have you knowingly or unknowingly made any evil covenant with? Disconnect from that evil covenant if you want God to be pleased with you. Rise up today and pray against any evil covenant you might have made with the unbelievers. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will have insight into who to have any alliance with.

DISCONNECT YOURSELF FROM EVIL COVENANTS

Dearly Beloved, DISCONNECT YOURSELF FROM EVIL COVENANTS “Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance; and by marriage he allied himself with Ahab” (2 Chronicles 18:1 NKJV). “Then Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned safely to his house in Jerusalem. And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to King Jehoshaphat, ‘Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the Lord? Therefore the wrath of the Lord is upon you. Nevertheless good things are found in you, in that you have removed the wooden images from the land, and have prepared your heart to seek God’” (2 Chronicles 19:1-3 NKJV). Jehoshaphat, son of Asa, was a good king in Judah. Unlike many other kings that reigned before and after him, he sought the face of God and walked in the good ways of David, his ancestor. He did not consult the false gods that other kings had put in place in the land. In fact, he destroyed the shrines of these false gods. After that, God established him and made him prosperous. Unfortunately, he allied himself by marriage with Ahab, the evil king of Israel. He collaborated with Ahab to wage war against Syria. He acted foolishly to allow Ahab to disguise himself as a king. At the same time, he (Jehoshaphat) went to the war front in his full regalia. Only God saved him from that war. When he came back home, God sent a prophet to him to rebuke him for the evil covenant with Ahab. Many Christians today ally themselves with unbelievers and evil people. They do not yield to the warnings in 2 Corinthians 6:14-16: “Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness? And what accord has Christ with Belial? Or what part has a believer with an unbeliever? And what agreement has the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living God. As God has said: ‘I will dwell in them and walk among them. I will be their God, and they shall be My people’” (NKJV). Many have ruined themselves by this act. Christians are in the world, but not of the world. We are to be the light of the world, not to compromise our faith with the world. Who have you knowingly or unknowingly made any evil covenant with? Disconnect from that evil covenant if you want God to be pleased with you. Rise up today and pray against any evil covenant you might have made with the unbelievers. In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will have insight into who to have any alliance with.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 12Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “In all your ways acknowledge [God], and He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God does not want us to be paralyzed or overwhelmed by the weight of our decisions. We can find peace in the wisdom and direction He provides when we bring our concerns to Him in prayer. - Kimya Loder ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O God, to always acknowledge You in all my ways.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 11Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Always set a good example for others. Be sincere and serious when you teach. Use clean language that no one can criticize. Do this, and your enemies will be too ashamed to say anything against you” (Titus 2:7-8 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Being a role model is the most powerful form of educating. Youngsters need good models more than they need critics. It is one of a parent's greatest responsibilities and opportunities. - John Wooden ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always be a good example to people around you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 10Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “‘For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,’ says the Lord. ‘For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts’” (Isaiah 55:8-9 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Our own way is usually in direct opposition to God's will. - Daphne Harrington ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will not impose your own way on God, but always allow for His will for your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 09Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When we trust God with our day as well as our unseen tomorrows, we do not need to worry about anything life throws at us. - Bill Crowder ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always trust in God in spite of anything that life throws at you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 08Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Share your plans with the Lord, and you will succeed. The Lord has a reason for everything he does...” (Proverbs 16:3-4a CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY I know who holds the future, and I know who holds my hand. With God things do not just happen, everything by Him is planned: so as I face tomorrow with its problems large and small, I will trust the God of miracles. - A. B. Smith ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, help me to always trust in You no matter my situation.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 07Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “They did not keep the covenant of God; they refused to walk in His law, and forgot His works and His wonders that He had shown them” (Psalm 78:10-11 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God has given us the gift to remember and to forget. As humans, we always remember what we ought to forget and forget what we ought to remember. - Israel Adelani Akanji ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will not forget what you suppose to remember and remember what you suppose to forget.

WALK FAITHFULLY WITH GOD!

Dearly Beloved, WALK FAITHFULLY WITH GOD! “As for you, if you walk before Me as your father David walked, and do according to all that I have commanded you, and if you keep My statutes and My judgments, then I will establish the throne of your kingdom…” (2 Chronicles 7:17-18a NKJV). Undoubtedly, every person has many expectations from God, especially when such a person has done something worthwhile for God and humanity. Like Nehemiah, such persons would pray to God that God should remember them for the good things they have done (see Nehemiah 13:14, 22, 30). It is good to ask for God’s favour because of any good thing one has done for Him or humanity. However, as God gave King Solomon some conditions after his prayer of dedication for the new befitting temple he built for God, there are conditions for God’s favour in life. King Solomon built a befitting temple for God. He prayed a lengthy prayer to dedicate the temple (see 1 Kings 8:22-61; 2 Chronicles 6:12-42). He also led the Israelites to sacrifice many offerings to consecrate the temple (1 Kings 8:62-66; 2 Chronicles 7:1-10). In response to these prayers and offerings of dedication, God gave Solomon and the people of Israel some conditions to enjoy His favour both in the temple and anywhere they find themselves. Parts of these conditions are repentance from sins if they sin against God and walking faithfully before God. Not meeting these conditions means doom for Solomon and the people of Israel. Later in history, the Israelites incurred the wrath of God because of their unfaithfulness to Him (see 2 King 17, 25). God is ready to favour as many people that are ready to walk faithfully with Him. It is good to work for God and be good to other people. However, such goodness can never serve as a bribe for the favour of God. Only those who are walking faithfully with Him will be favoured by Him. John Henry Sammis said in his famous hymn: “When we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word, what a glory He sheds on our way; while we do His good will, He abides with us still, and with all who will trust and obey. Trust and obey, For there’s no other way to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.” Do you want the favour of God? Walk faithfully with Him! In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: O Lord, help me to walk faithfully with You in all my endeavours.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 06Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “As for you, if you walk before Me as your father David walked, and do according to all that I have commanded you, and if you keep My statutes and My judgments, then I will establish the throne of your kingdom…” (2 Chronicles 7:17-18a NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Only those who are walking faithfully with God will be favoured by Him. Do you want the favour of God? Walk faithfully with Him! - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, help me to walk faithfully with You in all my endeavours.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 05Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And the name of the second [Joseph] called Ephraim: ‘For God has caused me to be fruitful in the land of my affliction’” (Genesis 41:52 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If you find yourself in a time of suffering, now is the time to press into God. Let your roots grow deeper. These times are designed to create such a deep-rooted faith that our natures will be changed forever. - Os Hillman ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Enable me, O Lord to grow my roots deeper in You so that I will be able to trust in You in trying time.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 04Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “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” (2 Corinthians 4:16-17 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Regardless of what this life may hold, a bright future in eternity awaits those who trust in God. - James Banks ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Let me always have the hope of brighter life in heaven with You, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 03Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And the King will answer and say to [the kind people], ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did [kind thing] to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me’” (Matthew 25:40 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Whatever you do, do with kindness. Whatever you say, say with kindness. Wherever you go, radiate kindness. - Jonathan Lockwood Huie ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to be kind to other people in whatever you do.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 02Mar2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil” (Ephesians 6:11 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY In battling spiritual forces, we need to enlist the aid of the greatest spiritual power in the universe—the true and living God Himself. - Jennifer Benson Schuldt ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O God, to always enlist You in my spiritual battles.