YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning Scripture reading: Nehemiah 4 Worship song: The Battle Is Not Yours   Meditation:      Angels On The Wall is a nonfiction book by Pastor Wallace Brown and his wife, Mary, about their unexpected ordeal when they moved to a poverty-stricken area in Birmingham, England, to pastor at a synagogue where membership was rapidly decreasing. What they did not know before their arrival was that the church grounds were used by gangs and the home where they were to reside was used as the gang's headquarters. The gang was determined to intimidate and terrify them by hurling stones at the windows, burning the fence, and threatening to harm their children but their evil demise did not startle the pastor. The Browns, along with their children, and some congregation members circled the building multiple times, praying for divine angels to serve as protectors. The gang jeered and mocked, but one by one they retreated and gave up terrorizing the community.  ...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 3:1-16 Worship song: Spirit Of The Living God   Meditation:      There exists a clear distinction between water baptism and baptism of the Holy Spirit. John the Baptist boldly stated his mission to preach repentance and baptize with water, but also revealed that it is Jesus Christ who baptizes believers with the Holy Ghost and fire. Those who have undergone water baptism must also be filled with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit serves as our guide, providing direction to those who actively seek God's will and submit to His word. The Holy Spirit operates within us, transforming our lives and empowering us to live in obedience to God.       In Acts 8, Philip boldly proclaimed and taught the gospel to the people of Samaria, who had been misled by Simon the sorcerer. Many believed in the gospel, including Simon himself, and upon professing their faith, they received water baptism. Although Simon belie...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Peter 1:18-21 Worship song: Ten Thousand Angels Cried   Meditation:      The initiated plan by God was a profound divine exchange: our sin and brokenness for the righteousness and holiness of Christ. Jesus, the sinless one, stood in the gap, willingly taking our punishment so that we could be made the righteousness of God. We were not redeemed with corruptible things but with the precious blood of Jesus Christ, predetermined before the foundation of the world for the remission of sin.       Although he was rich, Jesus became poor for our sake, so that we may be enriched through His sacrificial atonement. He bore the emotional scars of rejection and the physical pain of chastisement, carrying the weight of the world's sins. He endured a temporary separation from God to bridge the gap between God and humanity. This enabled us to reconcile with our Heavenly Father and develop a permanent relationship with H...

Good morning Scripture reading: Habakkuk 3:17-19 Worship song: Through It All   Meditation:      The prophet Habakkuk committed to rejoice in the Lord and the God of his salvation, even when his material possessions were lacking, and circumstances were adverse. His decision is a powerful declaration of faith, affirming that true joy and spiritual strength come from God and are not dependent on eternal circumstances. Habakkuk demonstrates that even when all earthly resources are depleted, he will continue to rejoice in the Lord, choosing to trust God’s sovereignty over his own struggles.       This is echoed by Apostle Paul who encourages us to always rejoice in the Lord, even if we have nothing. I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, says Isaiah, and my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, and covered me with the robe of righteousness. When you encounter God, your happiness is no longer dete...

Good morning Scripture reading: Psalm 107: 23-30 Hymn: Throw Out The Lifeline   Meditation:      A lifeline is more than just an object, it represents a vital connection that offers hope and an escape from challenging circumstances. Countless testimonies attest to individuals being miraculously rescued from perilous storms, illustrating that Jesus Christ is our ultimate lifeline and redeemer. He is always present, prepared to deliver us from all danger; however, we must reach out to Him. Just as a drowning person grasps at anything that might save them, we too must hold tightly to Jesus, who can rescue us from the dark realm of sin.       Many have been rescued from the path of destruction by Jesus Christ, and are now living under the grace of His salvation. Are you feeling lost, drifting further into the wilderness of sin? Do not hesitate; hold on to the lifeline and be delivered from the winds of temptation, and the waves of unrighteou...

Good morning Scripture reading: Mark 4:35-41 Worship song: Be Still and Know   Meditation:      The disciples walked alongside Jesus as he taught, healed, and performed miracles. They witnessed his supernatural power, yet amid a raging tempest, fear gripped them as the storm intensified. In that moment of terror, their hope of survival seems impossible due to the sudden threat of danger. Their frantic cries woke the master, and he immediately commanded the wind and waves to cease, restoring total calm. The storm took the disciples by surprise, leaving them totally unprepared.       Throughout history, life has been filled with diverse storms that have caused many of us to live in despair and anxiety. While we cannot avoid the storms of life, we can conquer our circumstances when we invite Jesus into our lives. We must willingly welcome Jesus into our hearts and he will silence the raging seas and command the boisterous winds to be still....

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Corinthians 6: 9-11 Praise song: Change My Heart Oh God   Meditation:      Paul warns the church not to be deceived, listing behaviors that are incompatible with belonging to God's kingdom. He highlights that individuals whose lives are characterized by persistent, unrepentant sin, including sexual immorality, idolatry, greed, and malice etc. will not inherit or belong to God's kingdom. Those who seek to fulfill the desires of the flesh, living to please and satisfy the self rather than the creator will miss this inheritance.       Based on his teachings, one would get the understanding that the believers were not fully aware as to who would inherit the Kingdom of God. Paul warns the church not to be deceived, for the unrighteous and the ungodly will not inherit God's Kingdom. The context of this passage emphasizes that the continuous pursuit of the desires of the flesh and the refusal to accept Jesus Ch...