YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning Scripture reading: Philippians 4:8 Worship song: Still My Mind   Meditation:      Have you ever felt like you are drowning, sinking in your own thoughts of overthinking? The mind is the powerhouse of your thoughts, the place of conflict where uncontrolled thoughts create a gateway for negative thoughts to germinate and flourish. Most of the things that manifest in our minds are a figment of our imagination. Without control, the mind turns into a battlefield where thoughts generate anxiety, fear, and worry from false scenarios.       We are encouraged by Apostle Paul to intentionally focus on and fill our minds with things that are pure, lovely, admirable, and of good report, rather than letting our thoughts wander to discouraging or toxic things. We must shift our attention away from unproductive, anxious thoughts to focus on excellent things by aligning them with God's truth. To keep our hearts with all diligence requires s...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Timothy 4:1-6 Worship song: Come Holy Spirit, I Need You   Topic: Spiritual Junk Food      Most of us choose foods based on taste rather than what is good for us. Even with widespread knowledge of the health risks, consumers frequently choose taste and convenience over nutrition, driving high sales for indulgent fast food despite the availability of healthier alternatives. Junk foods are preferable to many despite their failure to support a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Just as physical, unhealthy food harms the body, the content we consume through media, reading, and environmental exposure acts as spiritual junk food that damages our souls.       You can cultivate a spiritually healthy diet by immersing in God's word, and guard your heart by consciously feeding your spirit with truth, wisdom, and obedience to God. It requires persistence and commitment in prayer and worship. Being spiritua...

Good morning Scripture reading: Romans 7:5-25 Worship song: God, You're So Good   Meditation:      Within each of us lies the tendency to do evil and the potential for good. However, the outcome depends on whether we choose to do evil or good. If we shun the appearance of evil, it will not dwell in our presence; however, if we meddle in or allow evil to reside within us, it will control and corrupt us. Evil flourishes when ignored, poisoning the heart and killing the conscience. Apostle Paul testified of his struggles with the desire of the flesh. The flesh is corrupted, leading him to sin against his will. He is enslaved by the sinful nature within him.       When he tries to do good, evil presents itself. He emphasizes that there is a struggle between the desire to do good and the pull of sin, a struggle that continues until the believer is fully redeemed. Evil is a tumor, once you ignore it and let it take root, it will destroy y...

Good morning Day of Testimony - Something to Appreciate In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Worship song: Gratitude   Personal Testimony:      Maintaining a grateful heart through all life's challenges alters our perspective and deepens our appreciation. I cannot fully comprehend the move of God, but I know He is working things out for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. I looked back with great appreciation on a situation that transpired during the 3rd week of January. Though what happened might seem insignificant, I find immense reason to give God glory, honor, and praise. The AC unit broke two days before the cold front, trapping heat inside our home. Fortunately, the incoming cold weather was exactly what was needed, making air conditioning and fans unnecessary during that period. Just as the cold front breaks, the HVAC Technicians fix the unit,...

Good Morning Day of prayer - Deep Sorrow   For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Jeremiah 29:11   Hymn: Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call             Let us pray:      Heavenly Father, we humbly submit ourselves to your sovereignty, seeking your divine intervention, O God, to change our mindset and remove the spiritual blindness hindering us from seeing clearly your plan to prosper us. Almighty God, conquer the spirit of fear for humanity that clouds our judgment, and replace it with reverence for you only. Everlasting Father, we surrender our brokenness, our shattered hearts, our failures, our past, present, and future at your altar of sacrifice. We need your divine help to overcome challenges and obstacles, and the strength to remain fervent and faithful in doing what is righteous, acceptable, and honorable. Help us, O God,...

Good morning Scripture Reading: Romans 8:26-31 Worship Song: God Will Work It Out   Meditation:      It is a misconception that accepting Jesus removes all life's problems; the reality is that faith brings inner peace and spiritual growth, not an easy, trouble-free life. In this world, we will be tested by the enemy, and we will have tribulation, but we must remain courageous and be of good cheer for he who dwells within us has overcome the world. God did not promise we would not encounter hardship. He did not promise we would have a perfect life here on earth. What he promises is his peace and that he will never leave nor forsake us. Consider Job, a man of integrity, seen by God as perfect and upright, a man who eschewed evil, yet faced unimaginable trials as detailed in the book of Job.       Every situation we encounter, whether it is sickness, tribulations, financial struggles, relationship issues, or spiritual battles, will ultimate...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Samuel 18 Worship song: This Is Amazing Grace   Meditation:      King Saul's expression of love for David turned into a jealous rage, triggered when the people applauded David publicly for his victorious defeat of the Philistines. Driven by an envious and malicious spirit, King Saul turned against David, viewing his servant as a direct threat to his throne. Despite recognizing that God had shifted His favor to David, a fearful and jealous Saul made repeated, failed attempts to murder his successor, fueled by intense rage.       When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him. The Lord will preserve the souls of his people and protect us from all evil. No force can overpower those shielded by the Almighty; in times of disaster, the believer rests in divine safety. Do not fear your enemies for if God is on your side, no one can truly stand against you....