Spiritual Digest for the Day 01Nov2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “At least there is hope for a tree: If it is cut down, it will sprout again, and its new shoots will not fail. Its roots may grow old in the ground and its stump die in the soil, yet at the scent of water it will bud and put forth shoots like a plant” (Job 14:7-9 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The sun raises every day, and every night the star shine. If today was a disappointment, remember that the cycle of life goes on. Tomorrow will be a new start. Do not give up. You were not created to be a sluggard nor a failure. - Emmanuel Baba Isiaka ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to move on in spite of any challenge I may face.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 31Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea” (Psalm 46:1-2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY You have an ever-present help in the time of trouble that is always standing guard. Because He walks ahead of you, He can spot trouble down the road and set up a roadblock or detour accordingly. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able rely on the ever-present help of God in time of trouble.

THEY BROUGHT MORE THAN ENOUGH

Dearly Beloved, THEY BROUGHT MORE THAN ENOUGH "[The workers] said to Moses, 'The people are bringing more than enough for doing the work the LORD commanded to be done.' Then Moses gave an order and they sent this word throughout the camp: 'No man or woman is to make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.' And so the people were restrained from bringing more, because what they already had was more than enough to do all the work" (Exodus 36:5-7, NIV). For forty years, the story of the nation of Israel in the wilderness was littered with their stubbornness. Their stubbornness denied Moses the opportunity of getting to the Promised Land. However, they were not totally bad after all. They willingly brought freewill offerings to the construction of the tabernacle. In fact, they were told not to bring it again because they brought more than enough. In the days of Hezekiah, the people also brought more than enough. The priests "had enough to eat and plenty to spare because the LORD has blessed his people, and this great amount is left over" (2 Chronicles 31:10, NIV). I wonder if such can happen in our churches today. Can people give to the cause of the church and missions in excess? Has the pastor/church leader ever told the people to keep their offerings because the church had had more than enough? Giving should not be a thing that the pastors and church leaders will be monitoring. People should be ready to give willingly, out of their hearts, without compulsion or reluctantly, even beyond their ability "for God loves a cheerful giver" (2 Corinthians 9:7, NIV, see also 8:3, 12; Exodus 25:2; 35:5; 1 Chronicles 29:17; Romans 12:8). Many rewards await anyone who freely gives (Proverbs 11:24-25; 22:9; Acts 20:35; 2 Corinthians 9:6). Are you also ready to give more than enough? In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will have the heart of giving that nobody will be running after you to give to humanity and the cause of God.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 29Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Moses said to the Lord, ‘O my Lord, I am not eloquent, neither before nor since You have spoken to Your servant; but I am slow of speech and slow of tongue.’ So the Lord said to him, ‘Who has made man’s mouth? … go, and I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall say’” (Exodus 4:10-12 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Our impairments, our disabilities, our limitations, our handicaps are used by God for His own glory. His way of dealing with them may not be to remove them but to endow us with strength and use our limitations for good. - David H. Roper ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Use my weaknesses for Your glory, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 28Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust’” (Psalm 91:2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Those who have put their hope in God have Someone they can rely on in every circumstance of life. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to always rely on You in any circumstance of life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 27Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint” (Isaiah 40:31 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When the storms of life come upon us, we can rise above them by setting our minds and hearts on God. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to always depend on You in any storm of life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 26Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Any bragger you correct will only hate you. But if you correct someone who has common sense, you will be loved. If you have good sense, instruction will help you to have even better sense. And if you live right, education will help you to know even more” (Proverbs 9:8-9 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If you want to be successful, expect to be criticized. Accept criticism with love and make amendment. - Rachel A. Lateju ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to accept criticism with love and make amendment where necessary.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 25Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For thus says the Lord to the house of Israel: Seek Me [inquire for and of Me and require Me as you require food] and you shall live!” (Amos 5:4 AMP). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God is always ready to accept those who would come to Him seeking forgiveness, succour and redemption. - B. Uche Enyioha ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to come to God as you are without any pretence.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 24Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And Moses said to the people, ‘Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace’” (Exodus 14:13-14 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Standing still is sometimes the greatest action we can do, although it is the most difficult thing to do in the Christian walk. Stand still when God says stand and see the deliverance of the Lord. - Os Hillman ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to know when to stand still and see Your deliverance.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 23Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “There is a time for everything…. a time to be silent and a time to speak” (Ecclesiastes 3:1, 7, NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Sometimes, we also have to keep silent to some criticisms and disapproval. We should know that everyone cannot love us and approve of our actions. No matter the accusation of people, if you are right, let God vindicate you. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that God will teach you when to keep silent in spite of opposition.

TIME TO KEEP SILENT

Dearly Beloved, TIME TO KEEP SILENT "There is a time for everything…. a time to be silent and a time to speak" (Ecclesiastes 3:1, 7, NIV). "Saul also went to his home in Gibeah, accompanied by valiant men whose hearts God had touched. But some troublemakers said, "How can this fellow save us?" They despised him and brought him no gifts. But Saul kept silent" (1 Samuel 10:26-27, NIV). Samuel has just publicly anointed Saul as the first king of Israel. The people were happy that they had had what they wanted. Some even immediately enlisted themselves into his service. However, some worthless fellows looked down on him. They even voiced out their displeasure to the kingship of Saul: "How can this one deliver us?" (1 Samuel 10:27, NASU). They scorned him and did not give him the honour due to him. Saul nonetheless did something noteworthy. The Bible says he kept silent. Sometimes, we also have to keep silent to some criticisms and disapproval. We should know that everyone cannot love us and approve of our actions. Saul kept silent and waited till when God would vindicate him. The time did come. The man that was despised now turned a deliverer when the Ammonites came to disgrace the people of Israel (see 1 Samuel 11). Remember the psalmist's prayer: “Meanwhile my enemies are trying to kill me. They plot my ruin and spend all their waking hours planning treachery. But I am deaf to all their threats; I am silent before them as a man who cannot speak. I have nothing to say. For I am waiting for you, O Lord my God. Come and protect me” (Psalm 38:12-15, TLB). No matter the accusation of people, if you are right, let God vindicate you. Silence, they say, sometimes, is the best answer to a fool. In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that God will teach you when to keep silent in spite of opposition.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 22Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Make your light shine, so that others will see the good that you do and will praise your Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:16 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God has chosen us to reach out and bring light into the darkness, to light our world, to light up the lives of others, no matter how small or insignificant we may feel! - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to be light to the world around you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 21Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And the Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not be beneath, if you heed the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you today, and are careful to observe them” (Deuteronomy 28:13 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When you do not set your heart to seek the Lord, calamity is the inevitable result. The surest way to prosper in your endeavors is to diligently pursue the will of God. - Henry Blackaby ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will earnestly seek to obey God all the days of your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 20Oct2022

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 It is not a job but a joy to spend time with Jesus and know that He prepares us for whatever lies ahead that day. - David C. McCasland ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always be able to set time apart early in the morning to spend time with Jesus.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 19Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “So he left and went to his father. While the son was still a long way off, his father saw him coming and felt sorry for him. So he ran to him and hugged and kissed him” (Luke 15:20 ERV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If you sense that you are falling out of love with God, remember that He is still faithful. He has always longed for your love and is waiting with open arms to receive you once again. If you are a prodigal child and need to return home, He will be there to greet you. Do not let your feelings of love lost for God hinder your return to Him today. - Stephen A. Macchia ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Come back to the living God NOW before it is too late if you have not done so.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 18Oct2022

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 There is security in knowing that the Lord will lead us each day, but we must not become so attached to our plans that we resist God’s redirection or His timing. - David McCasland ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY O Lord, help me not to be so attached to my plans that I miss Your timing for my life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 17Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “While Jesus was still speaking, some men came from the house of Jairus, the synagogue ruler. ‘Your daughter is dead,’ they said. ‘Why bother the teacher any more?’ Ignoring what they said, Jesus told the synagogue ruler, ‘Don't be afraid; just believe’” (Mark 5:35-36 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Jesus Christ can turn your seemingly hopeless situation to a testimony. When it seems there is no more hope, just believe in Him and you will see the glory of God. You will indeed testify to His goodness over that situation. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that the Lord will arise to your situation when it seems there is no more hope for you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 16Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Then the LORD said, ‘I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son’” (Genesis 18:10 NIV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY By this time next year, you will have one or more things to testify about God's goodness in your life. Do you believe it? - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Glorify Yourself in my life at Your appointed time, O Lord!

BY THIS TIME NEXT YEAR

Dearly Beloved, BY THIS TIME NEXT YEAR "Then the LORD said, 'I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son'" (Genesis 18:10 NIV). Wonders never end. Sarah and Abraham seemed to say when God told them they would have their own child "about this time next year" (Genesis 17:15-16, 19-21; 18:10, 13-14). How would a man of hundred years impregnate a woman of ninety years? Naturally, it is impossible! Sarah laughed it off, while Abraham gave God another option to fulfil His promises for his (i.e. Abraham's) life (see Genesis 17:18; 18:12). However, God insisted that His promise of making Abraham the father of many nations would be fulfilled through the son that Sarah would bear to him, "for nothing is impossible with God" (Luke 1:37 NIV. See also Genesis 18:14; Jeremiah 32:17, 27; Mark 10:27; Luke 18:27). God did fulfil His promise! In Genesis 21:1-2, the Bible says, "Now the LORD was gracious to Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what he had promised. Sarah became pregnant and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised him" (NIV). I want to emphasize two things in this passage: a. God was gracious to Sarah: it was by the grace (the unmerited favour) of God that made God to remember her and fulfil the promise; and b. At the very time: God fulfilled His promise for Abraham and Sarah at the very appointed time, not earlier, not later, but at the very time. What are you also trusting God to do for you? Have you lost hope on it? Are you thinking of another means that God would do it for you? By this time next year, God would have done that thing for you in His own way, and at His very appointed time. God will be gracious to you and remember you for good. It may not even be up to a year. It may be less than a year, a month, a week, or even a day. Remember, the Lord spoke through prophet Elisha, "Hear the word of the LORD. This is what the LORD says: About this time tomorrow, a seah of flour will sell for a shekel and two seahs of barley for a shekel at the gate of Samaria" (2 Kings 7:1 NIV). The prophecy did happen less than a day. The officer who did not believe only saw it but never enjoyed it. By this time next year, you also will have one or more things to testify about God's goodness in your life. Do you believe it? In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Glorify Yourself in my life at Your appointed time, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 15Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “You [God] have caused men to ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water; but You brought us out to rich fulfillment” (Psalm 66:12 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Take heart if you find yourself in a place where God is testing you, and realize that if you are faithful through the tests, you will enter a place of abundance that few will ever attain. The darkest hour is just before daybreak. - Os Hillman ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the grace to always take heart if you find yourself in a place where God is testing you.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 14Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me” (Philippians 3:12 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Do not lose hold of your dreams or aspirations. For if you do, you may still exist but you have ceased to live. - Henry David Thoreau ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Do not let me lose hold of my dreams and aspirations in life, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 13Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, [God] is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us” (1 John 1:8-10 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God is willing to offer mercy to sinners, even though they do not deserve it: that is what the gospel is all about - telling the wicked that God will forgive all who repent. Those who respond embrace God's merciful and gracious love. - Paul Adams ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Repent of your sins and accept the mercy that God offers today, if you have not done so.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 12Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Giving thanks brings us a peace that uniquely guards our hearts and minds and changes the way we look at life. A heart full of gratitude nurtures a spirit of joy. - Elisa Morgan ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Give me a heart full of gratitude, O Lord.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 11Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Sing and shout, even though you have never had children! The Lord has promised that you will have more children than someone married for a long time” (Isaiah 54:1 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY God’s ways of thinking, are completely the opposite of man’s ways of reasoning. His thoughts are higher than our thoughts, and His ways are superior to our ways. When God gives you a promise, He expects you to act and talk like you already received it, before He performs it. - Rotimi Oluwaseyitan ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will believe in God even when He has not fulfilled His promises in your life.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 10Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me” (Philippians 3:12 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Our Lord holds us in His grip of love each day—and we hold out His message of love to others. - David McCasland ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that the Lord will hold you tightly as you cling to His cross and extend His love to others.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 09Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Thank [God] in everything [no matter what the circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks], for this is the will of God for you [who are] in Christ Jesus [the Revealer and Mediator of that will]” (1 Thessalonians 5:18, AMP). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When there is life, there is still hope. No matter the situation, we will have causes to thank God if we ponder very well. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for a grateful heart in whatever situation you find yourself.

BE THANKFUL ALWAYS

Dearly Beloved, BE THANKFUL ALWAYS “Thank [God] in everything [no matter what the circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks], for this is the will of God for you [who are] in Christ Jesus [the Revealer and Mediator of that will]” (1 Thessalonians 5:18, AMP). The story was told of three men that went to thank their Creator. The first one had just a piece of cloth to cover his body. He would have to be naked for the period he washed and dried the piece of cloth when it was dirty. The second had just underpants. The third one did not have anything. The first one that first expressed his heart of gratitude thanked God for the piece of cloth that he had and also thanked God that he was better than the other two men. The second one also thanked God for his situation though he had only underpants. He was grateful to God because he was not like the third man that did not have anything. One would wonder what the third man that did not have anything would thank God for, but he also expressed his heart of gratitude to God because, to him, he was better than the dead. He believed that there was still hope for him that it shall be well with him soon. This old story teaches us that we should be thankful in any situation we find ourselves in. When there is life, there is still hope. No matter the situation, we will have causes to thank God if we ponder very well. That hymn writer (Johnson Oatman, Jr.) said: When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed, When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost, Count your many blessings, name them one by one, And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done. Lord, I thank you for who I am and all what you have done, is doing, and will still do for me. Thank you Jesus! In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray for a grateful heart in whatever situation you find yourself.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 08Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Blessed [happy, spiritually prosperous, favored by God] is the man who is steadfast under trial and perseveres when tempted; for when he has passed the test and been approved, he will receive the [victor’s] crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him” (James 1:12 AMP). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY If we learn to handle life's trials correctly, we will experience God's blessings now—and receive God's rewards in eternity. - Charles R. Swindoll ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to learn to handle life's trials correctly.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 07Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But God showed how much he loved us by having Christ die for us, even though we were sinful” (Romans 5:8 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe; yet, at the very same time, we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope. - Tim Keller ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Accept the amazing grace of Jesus Christ today if you have not done so.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 06Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God” (Romans 12:2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY As we choose to walk God’s path, we can expect to be transformed by the renewing of our minds, and to be changed into his image. - Becky Brooks ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O Lord, to walk in Your path so as to be transformed by the renewing of my mind.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 05Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Do not rejoice over me, my enemy; when I fall, I will arise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me” (Micah 7:8 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Life has many different chapters; one bad chapter doesn’t mean it’s the end of the book. - Author Unknown ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that a bad chapter in your life will not ruin the good chapters therein.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 04Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Don’t you see, you planned evil against me but God used those same plans for my good, as you see all around you right now — life for many people” (Genesis 50:20 MSG). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The devil may throw obstacles and evil circumstances at you, but God will turn those evil schemes around for your greater blessing because He is for you! - Joseph Prince ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Turn the evil schemes of the devil against me around for my greater blessing, O God!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 03Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it; unless the Lord guards the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows; or so He gives His beloved sleep” (Psalm 127:1-2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY We may try all our best but unless God comes to our aid, we will fail in the end. It is because we have been doing so many things on our own that we have not received the kind of help we need from God. - Israel Adelani Akanji ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Let me not depend on my ability or experience, but on You, O Lord!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 02Oct2022

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “We may think we are doing the right thing, but the Lord always knows what is in our hearts. (Proverbs 21:2 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY What is your intention in initiating a plan, suggestion, program, or even a ministry? The Lord knows your heart, and He will reward you accordingly. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always have good intentions in initiating or supporting any plan, suggestion, or program.

WHOSE INTEREST?

Dearly Beloved, WHOSE INTEREST? “But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, who would betray Him, said, “Why was this fragrant oil not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” This he said, not that he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and had the money box; and he used to take what was put in it” (John 12:4-6, NKJV). Judas Iscariot condemned the act of Mary, Martha's sister, who came to anoint the feet of Jesus Christ with expensive perfume. He argued that the “wasted” perfume should be sold, and the sale proceeds should be given to the poor. One would have thought that he really had the interest of the poor in mind when he gave the suggestion, but it was revealed that he did not have the interest of the poor but his own selfish interest. He just used the poor as a cover-up for his own personal interest. Many people have the same attitude as that of Judas Iscariot. They have good plans, suggestions and programs for the less privileged and others around them, but in most cases, the benefits of these good things are not for the people; their original intention is how they – the originators of the plans, suggestions and programs – will benefit from such action. Yes, there are good plans, suggestions and programs that are purely designed for the less privileged and other people, and the originator of these plans, suggestions and programs have a genuine interest in the people they designed them for. However, what is your intention in initiating a plan, suggestion, program, or even a ministry? Whose interest are you in initiating such plans, suggestions, programs or ministry? The writer of the book of Proverbs says, “We may think we are doing the right thing, but the Lord always knows what is in our hearts” (21:2, CEV). In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that you will always have good intentions in initiating or supporting any plan, suggestion, or program.