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Angels on The Wall

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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 ground was 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, their children, and some congregation members walked several times around the building, praying that God would send angels as guards to protect them. The gang jeered and mocked, but one by one they retreated and gave up terrorizing the community. 

    This testimony reflects the wonder-working power of God in a situation that requires His intervention. Their faith and fervent prayer stirred the master to action. They triumph over the gang members and the community gains liberty from the perils of the wicked ones. Nehemiah also faced opposition when he went to rebuild the wall that was torn down, but he triumphed over his foes because God is the supreme commander. The children of God will always face opposition from the enemy but do not be discouraged because God never loses a battle.

Let us pray:

    Dear Heavenly Father, Alpha, and Omega, God of Israel, we express sincere gratitude to you for extending grace and mercy to us. Lord, all honour, glory, and praise belong to you. We seek courage, Almighty God, to withstand the wiles of the adversary and triumph victoriously over his plans. Abba Father, may we stand firm in your word, exercise our faith, and trust your divine plan recognizing you as the same God who delivered Nehemiah from Sanballat and Tobia. Almighty God, amidst challenges and difficult situations, may we maintain our focus and remain resolute, recognizing that the battles we encounter belong to you and you have never been defeated. May we acknowledge that without your intervention, we cannot prevail over our foes. Lord, we surrender our struggles and challenges into your capable hands in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer. Amen.

Wishing you peace and blessings. ✌💖🙏

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