A Promise For You From Bible Promises:

Topic: Iniquities Shall Abound [22/07/2017]

And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. Matthew 24:12. 2 Tim 3:1-8

One day the disciples of Jesus Christ came to meet Him on Mount Olives and began to ask Him, Tell us, when shall these things be? And what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? Jesus began to tell them many things which one of them is, And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.

When you look at the world today, many new ways have emerge to commit sin. Yet, Jesus knew this beforehand that, sin, wickedness will grossly increase which will cause many who have once given up on the things of the world to return to their vomit. Daniel 12:10 says, Many shall be purified, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but the wise shall understand. Only the righteous shall understand that, the end is around the corner, so they won’t join the world in their wickedness. Paul calls it a perilous time in the history of man.

Glory to God Almighty who has made grace abound much more than sin through Christ Jesus. Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abound, grace abound the more. That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 5:20-21. To escape the horror of this end time sin, you must abound in the grace of God daily. God’s grace is to help you uproot the root of sin.

#BiblePromisesPrayer

* Father, may the end time grip of sin not take hold on me to lure me away from the path of righteousness in Jesus Mighty Name

Topic: Nothing to Lose [Saturday July 22, 2017]

Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings. Woe unto the wicked! it shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him. – Isaiah 3:10-11

Have you ever been afraid to give yourself totally to the Lord because you think you might be deprived of some pleasure in this life? Chances are, you have. That’s because Satan is working overtime to convince you that he can really make your life worth living. But don’t believe him for a minute. The real truth is, yielding completely to the Lord won’t cost you anything that’s worth having. It will only cause you to live life to its fullest!

Jesus’ life on earth was a perfect example of a totally yielded life. He was a walking example of the benefits godly living brings. Everywhere He went, Jesus made the deaf to hear, the blind to see, the lame to walk. He lived in perfect peace and absolute victory.

That all sounds pretty good to me. All He missed out on was the devil getting dominion over Him to steal, kill and destroy. In fact, the devil couldn’t do anything to Him until, by the Father’s will, He laid down His life. Until that time Jesus walked in total victory over the enemy.

Do you think you would miss out on a lot if you lived that way? Of course not! You can walk in that same anointing and power and glory of God that Jesus did.

Do you have to give up your whole life to do it? Yes! You have to trade your life for the life of God. You have to trade your sickness for His healing, your poverty for His prosperity, your anxiety for His peace, your sin for His salvation.

So why hesitate? When it gets right down to it, you really have nothing to lose.

Scripture Reading: Psalm 37:7-23

This message was written by Kenneth and Gloria Copeland, the leader of the Kenneth Copeland Ministries (www.KCM.org) that specializes in teaching principles of bible faith – prayer, healing, salvation and other biblical topics.

Topic: True Lifeguard [Saturday July 22, 2017]

Text: Mark 10:17-27

Key Verse: “And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” (Mark 10:17).

“Eternal, eternal life, Eternal, eternal life, I want to live eternal life, God save my soul, I want to live eternal life, God save my soul.” The lyrics above used to be a very popular chorus many years ago. It is seldom sang today, because many are not too conscious or may have forgotten there is an eternal life after this present life.

The young rich man in the text, who ran to Jesus in the way, knew better, as he realised that he needed eternal life, though he was very comfortable. It was the missing thing in his life and he sought how to inherit it. He came to the right Person, for Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life; no one can get to the Father (Eternal life) except by Him. Jesus is the only Lifeguard to eternal life.

A lifeguard is a beach or pool attendant, trained in rescue operations. His job is to watch over swimmers at a beach or swimming pool and save those in danger or drowning. To the individual struggling strenuously against life’s stormy waters of sin, sickness and Satan, Christ is the only Lifeguard. His suffering and death on Calvary’s Cross is the miraculous rescue for all troubled souls.

All are sinners by birth, choice and practice. The nature of sin is native to every human that descended from Adam. Sin leads the sinner away from eternal life, far away from God. Perhaps, you trust in your religious zeal, almsgiving, fasting and praying and moral uprightness. Yours is false confidence! Like the rich young man, depending on your personal works of righteousness cannot save.

It is like attempting to roll your car merrily across a furious river on a bridge suspended on a spider’s webs. A terrible disaster is inevitable. You stand at a crossroads today. You must receive Christ’s offer of rescue (free pardon) and be saved, or refuse Him and be lost into a dreadful eternity.

Thought for the day: No gift is more needed by the drowning world than the Lifeguard, the Saviour.

Bible Reading in one Year: Exodus 20-22

DCLM Daily Manna was written by Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi; is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church situated at KM 42 on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.

Topic: Crowned By The Anointing [Saturday July 22, 2017]

Scripture: Neither shall he go out of the sanctuary, nor profane the sanctuary of his God; for the crown of the anointing oil of his God is upon him: I am the Lord. Leviticus 21:12

Thought For The Day: The Anointing establishes the anointed in royalty.

From historical and contemporary experiences, it has been confirmed that governments come and go, kings come and go, but there is a group of people whose relevance and impact is perpetual. They are called the Anointed. The anointed of God are eternal Excellencies, the joy of many generations.

The Anointing establishes the anointed in royalty. It positions a crown upon the anointed; a crown that is greater than political office. That is why unbelievers cannot understand why genuinely dedicated men of God are “over- celebrated”.

Now, what does it mean for the anointing to establish the anointed in royalty? It means:

1. The Anointing positions the anointed over territories, domains and spheres of influence.

The Anointing puts the anointed in charge. If you are a pastor, tailor, doctor, engineer lawyer, etc., the anointing puts you in charge of your domain.

2. The Anointing positions the anointed in the realm of wealth and resource control.

The anointed are to be in charge of organizational, institutional, territorial and even national wealth like Joseph. The whole of the wealth of Egypt was under the command of Joseph; he did not have to steal to be successful.

3. The Anointing gives the anointed both royal access and treatment. It makes a person enter where only royalties enter.

I declare the release of fresh Anointing upon your life, in Jesus’ Name.

Remember this: The Anointing establishes the anointed in royalty.

Assignment (s):

1. Make demands on the Anointing to crown your life.

2. Function in the anointing. Everything you do with your life, do it by the anointing and not by mere strength.

3. Abide in God’s Presence, company with Him and be involved in what He is doing.

FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: THE BLESSING OF THE ANOINTING.

Prayer: O LORD, I receive a crown of the Anointing on my life; and by this crown, I take charge of territories, resources and gain access to the high places of life, Lord, in Jesus’ Name.

Daily Reading: 2 Chronicles 6:12 to 8:10, Romans 7:14 to 8:8, Psalm 17:1 to 15, Proverbs 19:24 to 25.

Quote: Whatever increases your spirituality increases your opportunity. Culled from 365 WISDOM CAPSULES by Dr Paul Enenche.

Amazing Fact: When sharks take a bite, their eyes roll back and their teeth jut out.

Today In History: 22/07/1793 – Alexander Mackenzie reached the Pacific Ocean becoming the first recorded human to complete a transcontinental crossing of North America.

Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), is a powerfully anointed church, headquartered at Abuja, Nigeria, with Dr Paul and Dr Becky Enenche, as the Senior Pastors. It is a power-packed arena where God’s Presence, Principles and Power are at work for the salvation, healing and restoration of human destinies and dignities.

Topic: “I’m Really Scared . . .” [Saturday July 22, 2017]

Read: Philippians 4:4–9, Bible in a Year: Psalms 31–32; Acts 23:16–35

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6

“I’m really scared.” This was the poignant note a teenager posted to friends on Facebook as she told them of some upcoming medical tests. She was facing hospitalization and a series of procedures in a city three hours from home and anxiously waited as doctors tried to discover the source of some serious medical problems she was experiencing.

Who of us, in youth or later years, has not felt similar fears when facing unwanted life events that are truly frightening? And where can we turn for help? What comfort can we find from Scripture to give us courage in these kinds of situations?

Dear heavenly Father, when I am afraid, remind me that You hold my hand and give me peace.
The reality that God will go with us through our trial can help us to hope. Isaiah 41:13 tells us, “For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, ‘Do not fear; I will help you.’ ”

In addition, God offers indescribable, heart-guarding peace when we present our difficulties to Him in prayer (Phil. 4:6–7).

Through God’s unfailing presence and His peace that “transcends all understanding” (v. 7), we can find the hope and help we need to endure situations in which we are really scared.

Prayer: Dear heavenly Father, when I am afraid, remind me that You hold my hand and give me peace. I’m grateful that I can lean into Your arms and find help when I’m scared. You are good to me.

God is with us in all our struggles.

Insight:

Peter, Paul, and Silas had many reasons to worry. Acts 12 describes Peter’s unjust imprisonment by King Herod for seven to eight days and his upcoming trial—with death the nearly certain outcome (vv. 2–6). But Peter didn’t lose any sleep over his trial and impending death; the Scriptures record he “was sleeping between two soldiers” (v. 6). Peter experienced the peace that can come only through trusting God.

Paul and Silas were brutally beaten and unjustly imprisoned (Acts 16:22–24). Instead of worrying, they praised God through the night (v. 25). They experienced joy and peace in the midst of life’s terrors.

This is the tranquility Paul wrote about in Philippians 4:6–7. When we can’t sleep because we’re troubled by the trials of life, we can talk to our Good Shepherd. We can cast all our anxiety on Him because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). Surely we can say with David, “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe” (Ps. 4:8 nlt).

Are you struggling with anxiety? Why not meditate on Psalm 16:7–11 and ask God to help you experience the joy and peace that come from Him. Sim Kay Tee

This message was written By Dave Branon [Our Daily Bread Ministries.]

Topic: Misdirected Requests [Saturday 22, July 2017]

Memorise: Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. – James 4:3

Read: Genesis 30:1-2 (KJV)

1 And when Rachel saw that she bare Jacob no children, Rachel envied her sister; and said unto Jacob, Give me children, or else I die.

2 And Jacob’s anger was kindled against Rachel: and he said, Am I in God’s stead, who hath withheld from thee the fruit of the womb?

Bible in One Year: 2 Samuel 19-20; Ezekiel 13:8-19, Hymn: Sing hymn 2

MESSAGE:

In Matthew 6:9-13, the Lord taught His disciples the right way to pray. Prayer is an outcry for assistance. It summons your ally to join forces with you in your fight against your foes in order to be victorious. Usually, when an individual encounters a problem too big to handle, he will call for the help of others. In the midst of a famine, when Elijah went to ask for water and food from the widow of Zarephath, he was simply praying (1 King 17:8-16). Also, when this widow’s son died and she cried to the man of God to restore him back to life, that was a prayer (1 Kings 17:17-23). Furthermore, when Rachel asked Jacob to give her children, she was praying (Genesis 30:1). In 2 Kings 6:25-29, we see a woman praying to the king for help in enforcing her agreement to feed on another woman’s son after her own son had been devoured. From all these cases, it can be established that prayer can be made to individuals, kings, men of God and ultimately, to God Himself. People also pray to the devil and his agents, when they go to them for help. There are some believers who go to their villages to cry to their unsaved parents for help over a nagging issue. Such parents are compelled to consult their oracles and apply charms in resolving these issues. When this occurs, that believer has been brought into covenant with the idols consulted, thereby giving the demonic spirits behind such idols the right to manipulate their lives. Be very careful who you run to for help!

When Rachel asked Jacob to give her children in Genesis 30:1, Jacob got angry. Rachel even threatened to commit suicide if she did not have children. Her husband’s response in Genesis 30:2b says it all:

“Am I in God’s stead, who hath withheld from thee the fruit of the womb?”

She was directing her right request to the wrong quarters. What she was asking was beyond his ability. Many times, we pray to the wrong person or send our desires to those who cannot truly help us. The Bible in Psalm 60:11 says,

“Give us help from trouble: for vain is the help of man.”

Are you channelling your request to men instead of God? Stop doing so today! God is the only one with all the resources to meet all your needs; therefore, it is wise to direct your entire requests and cries to Him alone. As you do so, He will hear you.

Prayer Point: Father, visit all the widows in my local church; meet their needs and that of their children. Also, keep them pure and ready for your coming.

Open Heavens Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.

iOpenHeavens is the electronic version of the Hard Copy. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.

A Promise For You From Bible Promises:

Topic: Doing Good Hurts Sometimes [21/07/2017]

Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21. Read: Rom 12:9-20

One faithful morning, as I was preaching in a bus, I preached on “Every act is a seed” which I told the audience that, many people have done good to some people which they are paid back with evil. And they should not allow such payback to turn them to evil. By the time I alighted from the bus, a brother started calling me saying he wanted to pay his offering. I told him that I am not a Church, he should go and pay his offering in his Church. He said to me, everything you said were directed to me. Immediately I perceived he was at the verge of given up on helping people. I encouraged him not to give up and I left.

Yes, doing good is the best, but sometimes it hurts. No matter the disappointment you may have encountered in doing good, don’t give up because everything has a day of reckoning whether good or bad. Don’t allow the evil responses of men to your good deeds turn you to evil, God hates it. Endure till the end and you shall be greatly rewarded. The anchor scripture says, Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. Ask God for grace for continuity. Remember, if you turn from doing good to doing wickedness, God said, your good deeds shall not be remembered but your current status – evil. Ezek 18. And if you are paying evil for good, you must repent before nemesis catches up on you. The Psalmist said, evil shall not depart from the house of those that pay evil for good.

#BiblePromisesPrayer

* Oh Lord my God, the grace to continue in good works no matter the responses, bestow upon me now in Jesus Mighty Name

Today’s Scripture: “Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” – (Matthew 6:27, NIV)

Topic: Refuse to Worry [Friday July 21, 2017]

Is there something that you are worrying about today? To worry means to allow something to revolve in your mind over and over again. God doesn’t want you to live worried or anxious about anything. He knows that worry steals your peace and joy. It affects every area of your life. Have you heard the saying “don’t worry yourself sick”? That’s because worrying affects your physical body. It affects your sleep. You won’t ever gain anything by worrying; in fact, you’ll lose precious moments that you can never get back again. The good news is that God has promised that you can have victory over worry. It starts by making the choice to trust in Him. When you cast your cares on Him, He will give you His peace.

Decide today to put an end to worry in your life. Choose to feed your faith and fill your mind with God’s promises. As you focus on God’s Word, you’ll drive out worry and fill your heart with faith and expectancy; and you’ll be empowered to move forward into the life of blessing He has in store for you!

A Prayer for Today: “Heavenly Father, today I choose to put an end to worry in my life. I choose to feed my faith by studying Your promises and declaring Your Word over my life. Help me to totally trust in You today and every day in Jesus’ name. Amen.”

I prophesy: Any power manufacturing long battles through demonic delays, satanic roadblocks, anxiety, depression, etc, is hereby arrested and paralyzed in the name of Jesus Christ!”

Topic: Battle Extenders (ACHAN) Must Catch Fire [Friday 21 July, 2017]

(2 Samuel 3:1; Joshua 11:18-23).

As far as God is concerned, no battle of lifeand destiny is supposed to be forever, except by divine ordination like in this case of Apostle Paul’s thorn in the flesh (2 Cor. 12:7-9). Vs 18 and 20 of today’s scripture reveals: “Joshua made war a long time with all those Kings. For it was of the LORD to harden their hearts,that they should come against Israel in battle, that he might destroy them utterly, and that they might have no favor, but that he might destroy them, as the LORD commanded Moses.” Note the words” For it was of the LORD.” AH! SO, JOSHUA FOUGHT A LONG WAR! INDEE, THIS OUR GOD IS MYSTERIOUS! Joshua’s long or extended battle was from God and it ended in his favor and god was glorified.

What you call DELAY, is actually a long / extended battle(s) allowed by God. Any long battle allowed by God in your life will ultimately end up in your victory, promotion and testimony, because if God be for us, nothing can be against you.1 Peter 5:10 is worthy of note: “But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that e have suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you.” Note the words “After that e have suffered a while.” A while means a while; not forever! Battle extenders are satanic tools, instruments and agents used by the devil and his agencies to postpone your visitation, testimony, celebration and EVIDENCE.

They incluse sin, compalinig, comparing yourself with others, satanic delays, satanic roadblocks, blackmailing,conspiracy, breakthrough opposers, etc. That’s why you must not give up! Satan wants you to blame God and quit. That was ACHAN’S assignment against Israel. I prophesy: Any power manufacturing long battles through demonic delays, satanic roadblocks, anxiety, depression, etc, is hereby arrested and paralyzed in the name of Jesus Christ!” Don’t quit now! Pray and pray again. Decree: BATTLE EXTENDERS MUST CATCH FIRE and EVERY ACHAN ( DELAY AGENT) must die!

Continue this fast and be at last-day anointing service at Manna Mountain Ogudu-Orioke, Lagos Nigeria TOMORROW Saturday July 22nd. Time: 7am. Come with faith, anointing oil, your written prayer points, any point of contact and expectation! I shall lay hands on everyone present! Don’t quit now!

Today is DAY 13 of the 14-day fasting programme. PRAY THE GENERAL PRAYERS ON PAGE 93 AND PRAYERSON PAGE 80 OF THE “WAR AGAINST HAMAN -12” booklet.

Prayer Point: Take Song 1: Through the love of god…….

1. You powers manufacturing long battles in my life, dry up by fire in Jesus name. Pray today’s prayers as directed above from “War Against Haman -12 booklet”

Use the “FAITH BOOSTERS” today! See page 34 now.

By Bishop (Dr) Chris E. Kwakpovwe (Cek)
Publisher/Writer Of ODM And

Rev (Mrs) Flora E. Kwakpovwe (Fek) 
Co-Publisher/Writer Of ODM.

Topic: For What Cause Are You Living? [Friday July 21, 2017]

Life without a cause will end under a cloud.

Living without a cause is like living  under a curse.

Cause is the cure to fainting. With a cause you cannot faint. II Cor.4:16,17

Strong people are those motivated by their cause.

It is the greatest motivation to life. It makes one tireless and ever “drivy”.

A man with a cause is usually self encouraging.

Keeping in view what awaits you is what gives you strength to waiting.

If you know what awaits you, you will never be tired of waiting.

If you see the gains you will never feel the pains.

Pains don’t last, it is gains that endure.

Pain will soon fade out, gains will make you fat and make you shine.

Your cause will put you on the run, make you boisterous; keeps you motivated.

It is your cause that keeps you inspired.

When you have no more cause, you expire – II KI.4:7,8

It is your cause that advances you.