YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

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...

Good morning Scripture reading: St  Luke 4:16 Worship song: Like The Dew Meditation:      It is customary for believers in Christ to gather in synagogues and places of worship at least once weekly to fellowship, praise, and honour God, our Creator. These religious practices, if performed without genuine desire and heart engagement, can become mere routines, detached from a life pleasing to God and a desire to glorify and submit to Him. Matthew 15:8 serves as a reminder that the outward expression of faith must align with a heart that is connected to God.       When worship becomes a rigid routine, we become spiritually complacent, prioritizing empty tradition over a genuine and deepening connection with God. Our prayer life becomes mere utterance from lips with no inclination from the Holy Spirit. We read the word of God, but lack the wisdom to comprehend and grasp its contents. We worship in the spur of the moment, but it is without joy and gladn...

Good morning  Scripture reading: Exodus 12:37-42 Worship song: Faithful Pilgrim Meditation:        The Lord God revealed to Abram in a vision that his descendants would become immigrants in a foreign land and would be mistreated for four hundred (400) years  Subsequently, He would send a deliverer to rescue them from bondage. God assured Abram that after this period, He would deliver them from their oppressors, and they would leave that country with great possessions. The events that transpired following Joseph's injustice and hardship laid the foundation for the circumstances leading to the Israelites' enslavement in Egypt.        After Joseph's death, the Israelites in Egypt continued to experience abundant growth and prosperity. However, a new Pharaoh, who did not know Joseph, ascended to power. Concerned about their increasing numbers and strength, he enslaved them, compelling them to build cities and labor under harsh conditions. Th...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 15:1-7 Worship song: Ninety And Nine Meditation:     After an extensive search for a misplaced document of significant importance, I experienced overwhelming frustration and anxiety. Ultimately, I decided to discontinue the search and reluctantly accepted the possibility of its loss, although I remain hopeful. Reflecting on this experience, I contemplate the Lord's feelings when those he loves turn away and refuse to surrender. When we resist his call, we must remember that we are precious and valuable in God's sight, and his love is unconditional. His desire is for us to renounce our sinful ways and seek Him earnestly. God takes no pleasure in the demise of the ungodly and does not wish for anyone to perish in their transgressions.    Our Savior stands ready to shepherd us out of the wilderness of sin and toward spiritual safety. God is always prepared to extend his loving arms to restore wandering souls to himself. Are you a...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Kings 17:1-16 Worship Song: Make a way   Meditation:      Today, we reflect on the powerful story of Elijah the Tishbite, who boldly declared the prophecy that there would be no rain or dew upon the land for three and a half years. Following that proclamation, the Lord told him to depart eastward and hide himself by the brook Cherith, and he would sustain him. Elijah obeyed the Lord's command, and God honoured his promise. Elijah found himself in a situation where he had no choice but to depend on God.       We further learned that after the brook dried due to the famine, God instructed Elijah to proceed to Zarephath, where a widow had been commanded to sustain him with food. From this scripture, we learned the significance of obedience and complete dependence on the Lord. Elijah's compliance with God's directives resulted in the fulfillment of his promise made to Elijah. Through Elijah's obedience and u...

Good Morning Scripture Reading: Romans 5 Worship Song: O The Blood   Meditation:      To be justified means to have a solid, just, and reasonable foundation. This is clearly demonstrated in the powerful narrative of Jesus Christ, who assumed the role of Savior and Mediator for sinners. Jesus's atonement on the cross was not random, but deliberate, justified, and essential to satisfy divine justice for sinners. His unconditional love and compassion led him to Calvary, where He willingly laid down his life to redeem and free us from bondage.       Before Christ, we were separated from God, living as enemies in our sinful nature. Through Christ, we are reconciled. Sin and holiness do not coexist; therefore, to enter the presence of a Holy God, we must undergo a process of sanctification. Only through Jesus Christ can we be sanctified by the renewing of our minds and the purification of our hearts. Jesus Christ died for all sinners, but rede...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Corinthians 6:1-7 Worship song: Judge of the Secrets   Meditation:      The Apostle Paul addresses the issue of dispute among Christians, instructing believers to resolve internal disagreements within the church community rather than before unrighteous judges. Paul underscores that even the least esteemed member of the church should possess sufficient wisdom to manage disputes, instead of resorting to secular courts before non-believers.  Paul urges Christians to judge minor cases among themselves, emphasizing that believers, who are destined to share in Christ's future role if judging angels and the world, possess the wisdom necessary to handle minor disputes internally. He argues that rather than seeking reconciliation in a secular court before unbelievers, Christians should accept losses or endure wrong to preserve peace and uphold the reputation of the church, thereby demonstrating spiritual maturity and sacri...