YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 5: 37-38 Worship song: New Wine   Meditation:      Jesus, while teaching the multitude, spoke a parable unto them about pouring wine into a bottle. Jesus explained what would happen if new wine was poured into an old bottle. Reflecting on the parable about the wine and the bottle leads me to ponder the Holy Spirit and the old man. For the Holy Spirit to dwell within us, the old man must be crucified. If any man is in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things become new.       The Holy Spirit cannot dwell in dirty vessels, so we must put off, concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts; and be renewed in the spirit of our mind; and put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness. For the Holy Spirit to dwell in us, we cannot be conformed to this world. We must reject worldly va...

Good morning Day for Testimony - My Responsibility Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth (Colossians 3:2).   Worship song: Sound Mind   Testimony:      For years, I fought a silent struggle with my own mind, constantly grappling with the wandering nature of my thoughts. I genuinely believed I was the sole individual experiencing such uncontrolled, intrusive thoughts. That perception changed profoundly when I listened to the testimonies of others, including seasoned ministers of the gospel who confessed to facing similar struggles: actively engaged in prayer, worship, or reading scripture, only to realize the mind had drifted completely off course. Their vulnerability provided immense relief and shifted my perspective.       However, training my mind and redirecting it back to the word of God is my responsibility. My mind does not automatically go where it should. I must intentionally control mind-wandering...

Good morning Day of Prayer - Divine Coverage But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. (Psalm 3:3) Worship song: Shelter Me   Let us pray:      Almighty God, You are our rock and shelter in every storm. You, O God, are our hiding place, and the Keeper of our souls. We thank You, Lord, for Your unwavering faithfulness in times of tribulation. You are our refuge and our fortress, our God in whom we trust.       Arise, O LORD; save us, O my God: from our enemies. Stand on our behalf; break the forces trying to steal our time, peace, and destiny. Father, defeat every weapon formed against our progress, and silence every accusation in the spirit realm. Plead our cause, O Lord; fight against those who fight against us. Lord, step into our situation as our advocate. We dwell in the secret place of the Most High, and we rest safely under Your wings. Remind us, Lord, that opposition is no defeat with You b...

Good morning Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46 Worship song: Baba (Let it Rain)   Meditation:      Elijah was a man subject to the same passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain, and it rained not on the earth for the space of three years and six months. And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain. Elijah had prayed the drought into existence. Now, it was time for the drought to end. He began to petition the God of the universe for rain. Not a little rain, but enough rain to quench the thirst of the land. After Elijah's seventh request, rain came in abundance. His earnest and sincere prayer for rain was heard, and God answered by sending rain upon the land. Elijah prayed until he received an answer.       Today, we are reminded to pray fervently. Whatever drought or dry season you may be facing, whether spiritual or physical, let your request be made known to God, who still hears and answers prayer. Remember the prom...

Good morning Scripture reading: Zechariah 4:1-10 Worship song: Never Lost   M ed itation:      Zerubbabel, governor of Judah by the proclamation of King Cyrus, began rebuilding the city. However, as they started constructing the house of the Lord, the adversaries of Judah and Benjamin rose against them. Upon receiving a letter, Persian King Artaxerxes ordered the construction in the city to halt immediately. In adherence to this royal decree, Zerubbabel and his builders ceased all construction on the city and the temple.       Several years later, Zechariah was visited by an angel of the Lord, who proclaimed that the hand of Zerubbabel shall complete the work that he had begun and nothing will prevent its completion. Even if unforeseen delays in your project, tasks, or assignments have occurred, do not succumb to despair or grow weary. Challenges and financial difficulties may have hindered your progress; however, a new beginning is still ...

Good morning   Scripture reading: Matthew 18:19-20 Worship song: Go   Meditation:      The mandate for mission is an authoritative command, a divine commission that is non-negotiable for believers to spread the gospel and make disciples. Those who are sent by God are commissioned to go forth and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things as commanded by God. Jesus told his followers to travel everywhere and share the good news with everyone, adding that faith and baptism bring salvation, while rejecting the message leads to condemnation (St. Mark 16:15-16).       We are commissioned to declare the glory of the Lord among the heathen; his marvellous works among all nations, for great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised. Jonah was sent to proclaim the gospel to the people of Nineveh, a direct order to fulfill God's mission. One of our key missions i...

Good morning Scripture reading: Matthew 9:9-13 Worship song: Softly and Tenderly   Meditation:      Matthew, a collector of internal revenue, was diligently collecting taxes as is customary; however, when Jesus called, he immediately left everything behind and followed him. The Pharisees perceived tax collectors as adversaries to be avoided. Jesus regarded them as souls in need of spiritual healing. While the Pharisees imposed strict rules on tax collectors, Jesus extended genuine forgiveness and offered a fresh beginning. Jesus came to minister healing to the afflicted, sight to the blind, and redemption to all sinners.       Ezekiel 33:11 reminds us that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but desires them to turn from their evil ways and choose life. If Jesus is calling you, please do not hesitate; do not harden your hearts. Instead, let go of your worldly pursuit and self-righteousness, and you will find pardon and acce...