Topic: Trust in Him [Joyce Meyer’s Devotional Sunday July 1, 2018]

And we all, with unveiled face, continually seeing as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are progressively being transformed into His image from [one degree of] glory to [even more] glory, which comes from the Lord, [who is] the Spirit. — 2 Corinthians 3:18

The Scripture above tells us not to complain against God. Since God is our Father, our Provider, and the One Who watches over us, when we complain about anything we are basically saying we don’t like what God is doing, and we don’t trust His leadership in our lives. Even if what is happening in our circumstances is not something God is doing, it is something He can fix if we will trust Him to do so.

We can judge by our words if we are thankful and appreciative of God’s goodness or if we are discontent. If we truly trust God, then we won’t murmur and complain, but instead we will voice our thankfulness to Him for working in our lives and giving us the strength to do whatever we need to do while we are waiting.

Prayer Starter: Father, thank You for the good things You are doing in my life. Please help me to trust You in everything…the good and the bad. Help me to always be thankful—in my thoughts and through the words I speak. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

If you missed yesterday devotional, please click to read “Joyce Meyer Daily Devotional HERE’’ 

From Joyce Meyer’s Ministries.

Topic: Wisdom To Accomplish Purpose

Eccl. 10:15 -The labour of the foolish wearieth every one of them, because he knoweth not how to go to the city.

Many believers have discovered their purpose on earth but they do not know what to do with it or how to pursue it. The ‘know-how’ is very important in everything that you engage in.

Prov.4:7 –Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

Matt.7:24 -Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock:

Wisdom is the acquisition and intelligible application of relevant knowledge. To be a star, you must be current in knowledge. Result is a function of knowledge. It is not who you know that makes you a star but what you know. You must have a working knowledge of your assignment. Don’t use prayer and fasting to cover knowledge. If you lack skill in your field, your dream will die.

When you are knowledge lazy, you end up as a drop-out. Many people have discovered where they are going but only a few know how to get there. You must go for relevant knowledge and apply them in your field. What you know determines your exploits.

Dan.11:32b -…but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.

Don’t mistake school for education. Schooling empowers you to be literate but it is self-development that makes you a star. School gives you the privilege to be literate but what will make you a star is when you develop yourself. Without investment in knowledge, you don’t have a future. You must study if you don’t want to be stupid in your field.

2Tim.2:15 -Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

You must have a knowledge-craving culture. People don’t fail because they don’t know something; they fail because they don’t know enough. A wise man said that you cannot climb the ladder of success dressed in the costume of failure.

See yourself as a star, then you work towards it by investing in yourself by acquiring knowledge. If you want to be a star, walk in wisdom; and to walk in wisdom, you need relevant knowledge. Stop using religion to cover reality.

God bless you

Click HERE to read other Inspiring Messages by Pastor David Ibiyeomie 

Flatimes Notice Board: Until you are born again, God ever abiding presence will never be with you. You must be born again to enjoy continuous victory. Please say the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

If you just prayed the prayer of salvation online please send your testimonies and prayer request to [email protected], 07026385437 OR 08141320204.

Topic: Grace Supplies And Faith Takes [TREM Devotional Sunday July 1, 2018]

“But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” Hebrews 11:6

In this passage of the Bible, we are told that without faith we can’t please God. Ephesians 2:5-9 says: “Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved). And hath raised us up together and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus. For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast”.

By grace, you are saved through faith. Twice this statement is made. And we have known that grace is the unmerited and the undeserved favour of God. Grace is what God did for us. And everything that we receive from God is by grace. It is not because we merited it. It is what He did through the death, burial and resurrection of Christ. He gave it to us. Healing is by grace! Power is by grace! Anointing is by grace. Favour is by grace! Whatever you receive from God, you didn’t earn it. Jesus did it on your behalf.

When He did it, our part is to take it by faith. So, you see, grace is a supplier. Grace supplies and faith takes. But if you don’t have faith you cannot receive what grace has supplied.

This year, you shall be celebrated. Rejoicing will not depart from your home. Grace is at work in your life, therefore you are going to birth something great. The Lord will supernaturally connect you to strategic vision helpers.

Further reading: Ephesians 2: 1-10

Daily Bible Reading: Morning- Job 20-21; Evening- Acts 10:24-48

“If you missed yesterday devotional click HERE to read TREM Daily Devotional by Dr. Mike Okonkwo’’

Written by Dr. Mike Okonkwo; Is the Presiding Bishop of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (TREM); a versatile man of God with over 30 years of dedicated service unto the Lord.

Topic: The God Of Open Doors [Seeds of Destiny Sunday July 1, 2018]

Scripture: Behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name. Revelation 3:8

Thought For The Day: God can always have His way, make a way, find a way or be the way.

Today is 1st July 2018; it is the beginning of the second half of the year as well as the first month of the third quarter of the year. We thank God for taking us through the first half of the year successfully.

As the second half of the year begins today, it is very important to be reminded of what the Lord told us at the beginning of the year; this is very important because reviewing vision is key to pursuing and realizing it.
Now, recall that this year has been declared as our year of open Doors.

The Scriptures make it abundantly clear that we serve the God of open doors. Just as He is called Jehovah-Jireh, God our Provider (Genesis 22:14); Jehovah-Shalom, God our Peace (Judges 6:24); Jehovah-Rapha, God our Healer (Exodus 15:26); God can also be called Jehovah Open-door, which means the God that opens all doors (Revelation 3:6-8). He is a Specialist in the opening of all kinds of doors; He does not struggle to open any door.

It is also an established fact that God can always have His way, make a way, find a way or be the Way. This means, if there is need for a way in any area of your life where there is no way, God can make it; He may also decide to find a way in a midst of any situation of life and most importantly, He can be the Way. So, our God is not just a Way-Maker or a Way-Finder but a Way Himself (John 14:6).

Beloved, I want to let you know that any area of your life where doors are closed against you or where you have been trying to find a way; the Presence and Power of God will open every closed door in your life today, in Jesus’ Name.

Remember this: God can always have His way, make a way, find a way or be the way.

Assignments:
1. Appreciate God for the measure of breakthrough and open doors you have experience so far.
2. Make demands on Jehovah Open Door for the opening of every closed door in your life.
3. Walk into your opened doors by faith.

Prayer: Thank You Lord for the measure of open doors I have seen so far. I ask that You open any closed door in my life today, Lord, in Jesus’ Name.

FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: THE DIMENSIONS AND DEMANDS OF OPEN DOORS.

Daily Bible Reading: 2 Kings 18:13 to 19:37, Acts 21:1 to 17, Psalm 149:1 to 9, Proverbs 18:8

Amazing Fact: If a snail doesn’t like the weather, it can hide in its shell for up to three years.

Today In History: 01/07/1893 – The first bicycle race track in America to be made out of wood was opened in San Francisco, CA.

Quote: Get busy and watch God open doors for you. Culled from FINALLY FREE FROM SINGLENESS by Dr. (Mrs.) Becky-Paul Enenche.

“If you missed yesterday devotional, please click to read Seeds of Destiny by Pastor Paul Enenche”

Today’s devotional was written by Pastor Paul Enenche of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), headquartered at Abuja, Nigeria, with Pastor Paul and 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

Flatimes Notice Board: Until you are born again, God ever abiding presence will never be with you. You must be born again to enjoy continuous victory. Please say the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

If you just prayed the prayer of salvation online please send your testimonies and prayer request to [email protected], 07026385437 OR 08141320204.

Topic: Eternal Security: An Illusion I [Open Heavens 1st July 2018, Sunday Daily Devotional]

Memorise: Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed unto idols. – Revelation 2:20

Read: Revelation 2:18-23 (KJV)

18 And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira write; These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass;

19 I know thy works, and charity, and service, and faith, and thy patience, and thy works; and the last to be more than the first.

20 Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed unto idols.

21 And I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not.

22 Behold, I will cast her into a bed, and them that commit adultery with her into great tribulation, except they repent of their deeds.

23 And I will kill her children with death; and all the churches shall know that I am he which searcheth the reins and hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works.

Bible in One Year: 1 Chronicle 21-22, Acts 20:17-35

MESSAGE:

One deadly error in some quarters of the Christian faith is the doctrine of eternal security. Those advancing this doctrine use the scriptures to convince their followers that once you are saved, you are forever saved, irrespective of the type of the life you live after receiving salvation. It is therefore not surprising that in circles where this doctrine is taught, a loose lifestyle of sin is the norm. In order to appease the conscience of their followers, some modern day teachers of this doctrine have tried to repackage it by redefining what sin is. Some even teach that a Christian cannot sin. It is unfortunate that some people still fall for this old deception of the devil which resurges from time to time.

When you critically examine the life of those teaching this doctrine, you will observe that they themselves fell into the error of this falsehood because of secret sin in their lives which they could not overcome. Instead humbling submitting themselves to God in an environment of accountability for their character to be built up, they proudly developed another “gospel” to justify themselves and deaden their conscience. The unfortunate thing is that several innocent souls who genuinely want to serve God end up being destroyed by these teachers. Because they see such teachers exhibiting the gifts of God, they believe that whatever is coming from their mouths is sanctioned by God. These beguiled souls forget that Romans 11:29 says:

“For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.”

Based on the principle established by this verse of scripture, a person who received the gifts of God’s spirit while teaching the truth of the gospel will continue to manifest these gifts after they fall into the error of another “gospel”, even if it’s for a while, it is for this very reason the Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 7:22-23 clearly said:

“22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.”

From the words of the Master Himself, it is obvious to any serious student of the Bible that the working of miracles or manifestation of the gifts of the spirit is not a wholesale stamp of approval by God. Therefore, beware! Any teaching not founded in the totality of the truth in God’s word should not be accepted, irrespective of the charisma of the teacher. When it is all said and done, you will stand alone to give account of your life before God.

Action Point: Minister the truth of God’s word to those who have ensnared by the false doctrine of eternal security.

If you missed yesterday devotional, please click HERE to read Open Heavens 30 June 2018 – Meek But Militant 

Hymn 12: Take My Life, And Let It Be

1.Take my life and let it be
Consecrated, Lord, to Thee.
Take my moments and my days,
Let them flow in endless praise,
Let them flow in endless praise.

2.Take my hands and let them move
At the impulse of Thy love.
Take my feet and let them be
Swift and beautiful for Thee,
Swift and beautiful for Thee.

3.Take my voice and let me sing,
Always, only for my King.
Take my lips and let them be
Filled with messages from Thee,
Filled with messages from Thee.

4. Take my silver and my gold,
Not a mite would I withhold.
Take my intellect and use
Every pow’r as Thou shalt choose,
Every pow’r as Thou shalt choose.

5. Take my will and make it Thine,
It shall be no longer mine.
Take my heart, it is Thine own,
It shall be Thy royal throne,
It shall be Thy royal throne.

6. Take my love, my Lord, I pour
At Thy feet its treasure store.
Take myself and I will be
Ever, only, all for Thee,
Ever, only, all for Thee.

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. The Open Heavens devotional application is available across all mobile platforms and operating systems: iOS, Android, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows Mobile and PC.

Flatimes Notice Board: Until you are born again, God ever abiding presence will never be with you. You must be born again to enjoy continuous victory. Please say the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

If you just prayed the prayer of salvation online please send your testimonies and prayer request to [email protected], 07026385437 OR 08141320204.

Topic: Arranged Marriage [DCLM Daily Manna Sunday July 1, 2018]

Text: Genesis 24:61-67 (KJV)

Key Verse: “And Rebekah lifted up her eyes, and when she saw Isaac, she lighted off the camel” (Genesis 24:64).

MESSAGE:

Marriages were arranged by parents in ancient days because it is assumed they know better than their children in deciding the best partner for them. This act is still common in many parts of the world where women are not allowed to express their own preferences for marriage partner.

In our text, Isaac left the task of choosing a wife into the hands of his father, who in turn committed the project into the hands of Eleazer, his servant. After much prayers, Abraham believed God would send an angel to lead Eleazer and aid him in the selection of a good wife. Everything apparently worked out well for Eleazer. Soon, Rebekah was on her way to Isaac. But she hadn’t seen him until she got to the outskirt of the town.

Though Abraham and the servant prayed for guidance before selecting a good wife which is akin to praying to know God’s will in marriage, it is unwise for a sister-in-Christ to commit to marrying someone she hasn’t even seen before or know his spiritual convictions and goals in life.

A successful marriage is one laced with prayer and dependence on God for guidance. Believers should not marry unbelievers (Deuteronomy 7:3,4). Time should be set apart for courtship where intending couples trash out sensitive matters that could jeopardise their marriage. Meanwhile, parents should not insist on choosing life partners for their children but allow them pray to know God’s will. Even so, it must be done in pursuit of God’s glory alone.

Thought For The Day: A marriage made in heaven is better than one made by parents.

Bible Reading In One Year: Obadiah; Psalms 82-83

If you missed yesterday devotional, please click to read Deeper Christian Life Ministry, DCLM Daily Manna HERE

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.

Flatimes’ Notice Board: Until you are born again, God ever abiding presence will never be with you. You must be born again to enjoy continuous victory. Please say the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

If you just prayed the prayer of salvation online please send your testimonies and prayer request to [email protected], 07026385437 OR 08141320204.

Topic: Later Is Here! [Kenneth & Gloria Copeland, Sunday July 1, 2018]

Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household? – Matthew 24:45

The Word tells us that God shows Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are “perfect” toward Him (2 Chronicles 16:9). That word perfect doesn’t mean that we have to do everything just right and live without making a mistake. Thank God, we don’t have to do that. It means “devoted”—a heart consecrated, dedicated, loyal and faithful to God.

The mistakes we make will not stop God from working in our lives. Only our lack of faithfulness can do that.

Who is faithful? The one who spends his time doing what God has called him to do. Or as Jesus put it, the one who takes up his cross and follows Him. The one who denies his fleshly desires and spends his life on the things God desires him to do.

Maybe God has been urging you to spend more time in His Word and in prayer or dealing with you about ministering more to the people around you. He may be calling you to pray for the sick or to teach the Word. But you’re busy, so you glide on with good intentions and tell God you’ll do it later. Well, later is here!

Decide today that you are going to be the faithful and wise servant. Find out what is stealing your time from the Lord. Serve His interests instead of your own.

Do you want to be a ruler in the household of God? Do you want Him to show Himself strong for you? Then take up Jesus’ thoughts today. Take up His purposes and His plans. Now is the time to be faithful!

Scripture Reading: Matthew 24:42-51

If you missed yesterday devotional, please click to read “Kenneth and Gloria Copeland’s Daily Devotional Here’’

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.