Delving Into The Depths of God's Love.

  "I do" is a statement that crowns weddings, representing a pledge and a covenant between God and the couple. Though only two words, it seals a promise that fulfills God's purpose for humanity in marriage.   Today, we reflect on sealing a promise to fulfill God's purpose for our lives—hence the title, 'Dear God, "I do."'      I n the Bible there was a young man named Jeremiah. God's word and plan for his life were revealed to him while he was still young. His initial response to God was not "I do"; instead, he made excuses for why he could not fulfill what God was asking of him. God's reply was reassuring: Jeremiah should not limit himself because of his youth, for God would be with him to help him fulfill the calling on his life.       From this scripture, we can identify seven reasons why we must not underestimate ourselves but instead respond to God's call to fulfill His purpose for our lives. Let's read Jeremiah 1:4-10,...

Introduction We live in a world where fear has become normal due to the current state of affairs. What if we could live a fearless life amidst all the trouble around us? It is possible. Today, we will talk about fear and how to combat it with God's Word. The Consequences of Fear There is an account of how the 12 Israelite spies went to scout the Promised Land. Ten of them brought back evil reports, saying, "The people were like giants in the land. We seemed like grasshoppers in our own eyes" (Numbers 13:33). This report instilled fear in the Israelites, leading them to complain against God and wish they had stayed and died in Egypt or the wilderness. They doubted God, and as a result of their fear, they never stepped foot in the Promised Land. The only two people who left Egypt and entered the Promised Land were those who were not afraid and had their full trust in God: Caleb and Joshua. The story of Peter highlights the difference between fear and courage. In Matthew...

Do you sometimes feel you do not deserve some difficult circumstances in life? Let's dive into today's study to learn more about this topic. Please read the whole of the Bible Text for a better understanding. Bible Text Psalm 73.  Click to Read Scriptures of focus: Psalm 73:1-2, 23-24, 27-28. 1. Truly God  is  good to Israel, To such as are pure in heart. 2. But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled; My steps had nearly slipped. 23. Nevertheless, I  am  continually with You; You hold  me  by my right hand. 24. You will guide me with Your counsel, And afterward, receive me  to  glory. 27. For indeed, those who are far from You shall perish; You have destroyed all those who [ h ]desert You for harlotry. 28. But  it is  good for me to draw near to God; I have put my trust in the Lord God, That I may declare all Your works. There are times when you feel God is very far from you due to the circums...

TEXT FOR TODAY - Isaiah 8:11-13 NIV [11] This is what the Lord says to me with his strong hand upon me, warning me not to follow the way of this people: [12] “Do not call conspiracy everything this people calls a conspiracy; do not fear what they fear, and do not dread it. [13] The Lord Almighty is the one you are to regard as holy, he is the one you are to fear, he is the one you are to dread. Scripture Reference A conspiracy is a secret plan by a group to do something  unlawful  or harmful. In today's verse, God admonishes His people not to follow after people blindly but rather to seek God and fear him.  Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 echoes this point beautifully.  [13] Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind. [14] For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil. Scripture Reference   Have a Holy Spirit filled day.  ...

  Scripture reading : Habakkuk 2 Habakkuk 2:2-5 ESV [2] And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. [3] For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay. [4] “Behold, his soul is puffed up; it is not upright within him, but the righteous shall live by his faith. [5] “Moreover, wine is a traitor, an arrogant man who is never at rest. His greed is as wide as Sheol; like death he has never enough. He gathers for himself all nations and collects as his own all peoples.” https://bible.com/bible/59/hab.2.2-5.ESV Faith in God is what keeps us going in life. More also what keeps us after life on earth.  As for those that put their faith in anything other than God, in verse 18 and 19 God Himself says "Woe unto them". After faith in God, we need to pray for the spirit of faithfulness unto Him. The word of God emphasises the ...

  Psalms 91:1 NKJV [1] He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. https://bible.com/bible/114/psa.91.1.NKJV Today, in my Bible study, I learnt that those who stay in God's presence will be kept safe under the shadow of His wings and feathers. I asked myself the question. Where is God's secret place and what does it mean to abide there? Almost immediately, God placed the answers in my spirit. Dilligently spending quality time with God in obedience to His will is dwelling in His secret place. Today it is my prayer that, God will train us to dwell in His secret place, every day of our lives, Amen. God bless you. Please share.

 You might wonder why God doesn't save all those going through terrible times since He can. Some people have even left the faith because they wanted God to save their loved ones who were suffering and that didn't happen. Some people even think because they don't see relief from their pain, God doesn't care about them. God does. God is willing to deliver the oppressed and those appointed to die.  Psalm 79:11 (NKJV) "Let the groaning of the prisoner come before You; According to the greatness of Your power, Preserve those who are appointed to die."  This verse brings to mind all the people on earth suffering and dying. But think beyond that. God would not want you to suffer eternally. The present temporal suffering on Earth will be translated into a glorious eternity with God. The fact that you are suffering on earth doesn't mean God doesn't love you. He does. I am confident that the Lord wants the best for us that is why He has made provision for a glor...

Photo by Nina Uhlikova Bible Reading - Psalm 46. Psalm 46:1-2 God is my refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. And therefore, I will not fear, Even though the earth be moved, And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea. I observed four points Psalm 46. Point 1 - God is our help (vs 1-3) 1. God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. 2. So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea.       .   3.  Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! Interlude Point 2 - God inhabits places. (vs 4-5) 4. A river brings joy to the city of our God,   the sacred home of the Most High. 5. God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed. From the very break of day, God will protect it. Point 3 - God’s power revealed. (vs 6-9) 6. The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble. God’s voice thunders, and ...

Bible reading - Isaiah 9.  Isaiah 9:2 NKJV [2] The people who walked in darkness Have seen a great light; Those who dwelt in the land of the shadow of death, Upon them a light has shined. Scripture reference The light of the world has come. This passage spoke of Jesus the Saviour of the world and His work on earth. The good news is that, Jesus came to save all flesh. Now there are many who are still lost because, they have not believed in the only Begotten Son of God and His work of salvation. It is my prayer that, all those who don't know Christ as their Saviour will find Him as they have the opportunity now, in Jesus Name. God bless you.

 Salvation of the remenant in the last days. Bible reading - Isaiah 11 Isaiah 11:10 NLT [10] In that day the heir to David’s throne will be a banner of salvation to all the world. The nations will rally to him, and the land where he lives will be a glorious place. https://bible.com/bible/116/isa.11.10.NLT     In today's scripture, the Lord talks about Jesus Christ through whom we obtain salvation and the how the Spirit of God is upon Him.     We learn that a time will come where God will bring people back to Himself through Jesus Christ. A revenant will return to the Lord and they shall be saved.     The Lord wants all people to be a part of His remenant. Let us pray for all those who have gone astray to return to the Lord.     To return to the Lord, we need to accept Jesus as our Lord and Saviour and surrender our lives to the Lord to guide. Pray and ask for forgiveness of sins and let us return unto the Lord.

  Proverbs 22:29 AMPC [29] Do you see a man diligent and skillful in his business? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men. Bible Reference -> God loves consistency.  When believers have a consistent prayer life and Bible study, their relationship with God is unwavering. We also need to be diligent in our work on earth as we live out our purpose. Today, I pray that we will have a consistent prayer life and walk with God, along with a diligent spirit, in order to fulfill our God-given purpose.  

  Colossians 3:1-7 NKJV [1] If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. [2] Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. [3] For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. [4] When Christ who  is  our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. [5] Therefore put to death your members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. [6] Because of these things the wrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience, [7] in which you yourselves once walked when you lived in them. Bible Reference <- We have a new life in Christ Jesus. This new life is characterized by a lifestyle of Christ-likeness. We are told to put to death any other character that is not Christlike: " Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, ...

  Matthew 25:11-13 NKJV [11] “Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, ‘Lord, Lord, open to us!’  [12] But he answered and said, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, I do not know you.’ [13] “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour  in which the Son of Man is coming.  Click here for Scripture reference. There was a parable of 10 virgins told of in the book of Matthew 25. They were on a journey to meet the Bride Groom. Five of them went on their journey with extra oil and the other five didn't make extra preparations and when they ran out of oil, they had to go and buy when the Bride Groom had already arrived. The five prepared virgins went ahead to meet the Bride Groom and the door was shut. Afterward, the other five(unprepared) returned and it was too late for them. In today's scripture, we are advised to watch and pray as we wait for the coming of the Lord so that we do not fall into temptation. Let us live every day with eternity in view. The Holy Sp...

  Isaiah 55:1-7 NKJV [1] “Ho! Everyone who thirsts, Come to the waters; And you who have no money, Come, buy and eat. Yes, come, buy wine and milk Without money and without price. [2] Why do you spend money for what  is not bread, And your wages for what does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what  is good, And let your soul delight itself in abundance. [3] Incline your ear, and come to Me. Hear, and your soul shall live; And I will make an everlasting covenant with you— The sure mercies of David. [4] Indeed I have given him as  a witness to the people, A leader and commander for the people. [5] Surely you shall call a nation you do not know, And nations who do not know you shall run to you, Because of the Lord your God, And the Holy One of Israel; For He has glorified you.” [6] Seek the Lord while He may be found, Call upon Him while He is near. [7] Let the wicked forsake his way, And the unrighteous man his thoughts; Let him return to the Lord, And He wi...

  Psalms 97:1-12 NKJV [1] The Lord  reigns; Let the earth rejoice; Let the multitude of isles be glad! [2] Clouds and darkness surround Him; Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne. [3] A fire goes before Him, And burns up His enemies round about. [4] His lightnings light the world; The earth sees and trembles. [5] The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the Lord, At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. [6] The heavens declare His righteousness, And all the peoples see His glory. [7] Let all be put to shame who serve carved images, Who boast of idols. Worship Him, all you gods. [8] Zion hears and is glad, And the daughters of Judah rejoice Because of Your judgments, O Lord. [9] For You, Lord, are  most high above all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. [10] You who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked. [11] Light is sown for the righteous, And gladness fo...

Habakkuk 3:17-19 NKJV [17] Though the fig tree may not blossom, Nor fruit be on the vines; Though the labor of the olive may fail, And the fields yield no food; Though the flock may be cut off from the fold, And there be no herd in the stalls— [18] Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation. [19] The Lord God is my strength; He will make my feet like deer’s feet, And He will make me walk on my high hills. To the Chief Musician. With my stringed instruments. https://bible.com/bible/114/hab.3.17-19.NKJV Do you sometimes wonder where a kind of joy springs up in your soul, even when you are not experiencing good times in your life? This often happens when you praise God during the storm rather than dwelling on your problems. What Happens When We Praise God. 1. The Spirit of God Comes Into Our Presence. Psalm 22:3 - "But You are holy, Enthroned in the praises of Israel." 2. The Lord Gives You Victory In Your Battles. II Chronicles 20:22 - "Now when...

Matthew 28:18-20 NKJV [18] And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. [19] Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, [20] teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Amen. https://bible.com/bible/114/mat.28.18-20.NKJV I like to term this passage as a loving good bye letter from Jesus to His disciples.  In His farewell,  He assured us that, He is Lord and all authority is His. Sometimes this knowledge escapses we believers and because the things of the Spirit work when faith is applied, is was necessary for that assurance to be made. Jesus gave us a mandate to go out and make disciples in the world because, it is not His will that any should perish but all shall come to salvation in Christ Jesus .  II Peter 3:9 NKJV [9] The Lord is not slack concer...

    Romans 8:1-8 NKJV [1] There  is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. [2] For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death. [3] For what the law could not do in that it was weak through the flesh, God did by sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, on account of sin: He condemned sin in the flesh, [4] that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us who do not walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. [5] For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who  live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. [6] For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. [7] Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be. [8] So then, those who a...

  It’s mind-baffling to realize that life on Earth is temporary, and when it ends, an eternal home awaits us.  There are two places of eternity in existence.  Heaven: Where God, His angels and the saints of God are.  Hell: Where the devil, his demons and those humans who didn't make heaven are. Everyone will someday leave this earth: Through death or rapture (The return of Jesus for His saints on earth). Hebrews 9:27-28 NKJV [27] And as it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment, [28] so Christ was offered once to bear the sins of many. To those who eagerly wait for Him He will appear a second time, apart from sin, for salvation. https://bible.com/bible/114/heb.9.27-28.NKJV The choice to know where to spend eternity can be done on earth as we still have live. Jesus came to die so that we would have eternal life.  Receive Him into your life today and surrender unto Him to guide you. Thank you for reading. Please share to bless a soul.

  Do you remember what Paul and Silas did at midnight when they were thrown into prison?  Acts 16:25-32 NKJV [25] But at midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them.  [26] Suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken; and immediately all the doors were opened and everyone’s chains were loosed.  [27] And the keeper of the prison, awaking from sleep and seeing the prison doors open, supposing the prisoners had fled, drew his sword and was about to kill himself.  [28] But Paul called with a loud voice, saying, “Do yourself no harm, for we are all here.”  [29] Then he called for a light, ran in, and fell down trembling before Paul and Silas.  [30] And he brought them out and said, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”  [31] So they said, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.”  [32] Then they spoke the w...