Spiritual Digest for the Day 01May2023

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him. God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth” (John 4:23-24 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Worship is not all about singing, dancing, and clapping, but obedience to the word of God, living a holy life, and submitting to the will of God. The Lord is not looking for emotional worship. He is looking for those who will worship Him in Spirit and in truth. - Daniel A. Ogungbenro ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Help me, O God, to always worship You in Spirit and in truth. ______________ Happy New Month!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 30Apr2023

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Moreover the law entered that the offense might abound. But where sin abounded, grace abounded much more, so that as sin reigned in death, even so grace might reign through righteousness to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 5:20-21 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Grace may be far greater than any sin, it is never a license to sin. The fact that we have the grace of God should make us to strive to live a sinless life. - Bayo Afolaranmi ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that the grace of God will abound in your life, and that you will not misuse this grace. ______________ Have a divine-encounter worship experience today!

GRACE GREATER THAN OUR SIN

Dearly Beloved, GRACE GREATER THAN OUR SIN “Moreover the law entered that the offense might abound. But where sin abounded, grace abounded much more, so that as sin reigned in death, even so grace might reign through righteousness to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 5:20-21 NKJV). What is grace? Simply, grace is unmerited favour granted by God to undeserving sinners that come to Him through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. This grace, which is a key concept in the Christian faith, is far greater than the sinners’ sins (see Roman 5:20-21). This is the message that Julia Harriet Johnston (1849-1919) communicated in her popular hymn, GRACE GREATER THAN OUR SIN. Julia was a daughter of a Presbyterian minister. She was very active in Sunday school in her church also in the Presbyterian Missionary Society of Peoria, Illinois, USA. Julia Johnston saw this grace as a marvelous one of a loving God. In spite of the fact that man’s sin makes him guilty before God, and this makes man to be in despair and tries to come to God on his terms, the grace is far greater than any sin or guilt that anyone may have. It is the product of the blood of Jesus Christ shed on the cross of Calvary. The blood washes away every stain of sin and makes the sinner white as snow. Julia underscored that this grace is marvelous, infinite and matchless, and it is freely bestowed on all who believe in Jesus Christ. Having highlighted the entrance of sin into mankind through Adam that brought about judgment, and the righteousness that came through the obedience of Jesus Christ, Apostle Paul hinted that the grace of God is far greater than the sin (see Romans 5:12-21). Without this grace, no one can be saved. Only those that come through faith to God through Jesus Christ can have it. It is not by human efforts (see Ephesians 2:5-10). However, grace may be far greater than any sin, it is never a license to sin. Apostle Paul emphatically said that we cannot continue in sin and expect that the grace of God will abound (see Romans 6:1-2). The fact that we have the grace of God should make us to strive to live a sinless life. Anyone that has had the grace of God will not continue to sin (see 1 John 3:7-9). What a great opportunity we have: to have a grace that is far greater than our sins! However, do you have this grace? Remember, it is an undeserved favour that you can have through faith in Jesus Christ. Or, are you still trying to get it through your human efforts? You are invited to receive this grace. Have you yielded this invitation? In His service, Bayo Afolaranmi (Pastor). Prayer Point: Pray that the grace of God will abound in your life, and that you will not misuse this grace.

Spiritual Digest for the Day 29Apr2023

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 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 We are to forgive others as we have been forgiven. True forgiveness is unnatural to us. Only through Jesus Christ can we truly forgive. - Tim Gustafson ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray for the enablement to always forgive other people. ______________ Have a refreshing weekend!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 28Apr2023

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “If I take the wings of the morning, And dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, Even there Your hand shall lead me, And Your right hand shall hold me” (Psalm 139:9-10 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY The Lord knows who we are, where we are, and what we need. We are always in His care. - David McCasland ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always experience the care of God in your life. ______________ Have a fabulous Friday!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 27Apr2023

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “Some people have gotten out of the habit of meeting for worship, but we must not do that. We should keep on encouraging each other, especially since you know that the day of the Lord’s coming is getting closer” (Hebrews 10:25 CEV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY When you are in the fellowship of other believers, ‎you stand the chance of being strengthened by the faith of these believers to face the challenges of your life. - Supo Ayokunle ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will always cherish the fellowship of other believers. ______________ Have a great Thursday!

Spiritual Digest for the Day 26Apr2023

BIBLE VERSE FOR THE DAY “If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth” (Colossians 3:1-2 NKJV). *********** QUOTE FOR THE DAY Set your mind on God more and yourself less. Base your actions on His leading and not your desires. It will not be easy, but it will change your mind, your heart, and your actions. - Shelley Farmer ************ PRAYER/ACTION FOR THE DAY Pray that you will be able to set your mind to do God’s will more than your personal desires. ______________ Have a wonderful Wednesday!