YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Corinthians 6: 9-11 Praise song: Change My Heart Oh God   Meditation:      In the passage from 1 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul emphasizes that those who will not inherit the kingdom of God are the unrighteous and the ungodly. Individuals who disregard the guidance of the Holy Spirit and fail to surrender to God's will and commands are at risk of exclusion from this divine kingdom promise. 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.       Apostle Paul's message serves as a reminder to the Corinthian believers informing them about who is eligible to inherit the kingdom. 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 told them not to be deceived, for the unrighteous and the ungodly will not inherit God's Kingdom. T...

Good morning Scripture reading: St Luke 4:16 Worship song: The Heart of Worship   Meditation:      It is customary for believers in Christ to gather in synagogues and places of worship at least once weekly to fellowship, praise, and honor 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 is a reminder that outward expression of faith must align with a heart that is connected with God. When our lives are governed by customary rituals, we become complacent, and the purpose of our worship loses its true value because we are committed to following a routine rather than seeking to develop a closer relationship with God.       Our prayers are mere words uttered from our lips with no inclination from the Holy Spirit. We read the word of God but lack the wisdom to co...

Good morning Day of Testimony- Learning to Depend on Jesus Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all your ways ac acknowledged him, and he shall direct thy path. (Proverbs 3:5-6) Worship song: Learning to Lean on Jesus   Personal Testimony:      Looking back on my journey, I am filled with immense joy and gratitude for where the Lord brought me. Without his boundless grace, I truly would have been lost. His grace is truly sufficient for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Each struggle I face reveals my deep need for Him, and in every moment of lack, He reminds me that He is my ultimate provider. When I feel weary, the gentle hands of Jesus keep me steady and strong.       Every hardship I encounter brings me closer to realizing God's abundant goodness and faithfulness." I gladly boast in my weaknesses, knowing it is through them that the power of Christ shines the brightest. Learnin...

Good morning Day of prayer - Depending on God I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth. Psalms 121:1-2                          Worship song: Jesus We're Depending on You   Let us pray:      Dependable, capable, and adorable God, I have learned to lean and depend on you to supply my needs according to your riches in glory. You are my strength and my shepherd, I lack nothing. All my help comes from You, Lord, so I put my trust in You. Daily, you provided shelter, divine blood courage, and protection for which I am extremely grateful. Lord, you have calmed the biosterous storms, kept me safe from danger, and allowed me to dance to the rhythm of your faithfulness. Amid adversity and uncertainty, you grant me hope, peace, and happiness. In my distress, your presence calms my anxieties and fears.   ...

Good morning Scripture: Matthew 6::25-33 Worship song: I Desire Jesus   Meditation:      What is your greatest desire in life? Is it for worldly gain or the Kingdom of Christ? Your desire to know more about Jesus Christ should be your priority over earthly pursuits. The ultimate aspiration of every believer is to deepen their relationship with Christ and follow the pathway of righteousness. As followers of Christ, we must diligently study God's word to gain knowledge and a profound understanding of his will. Our desire must be to submit fully and surrender to God, our Master.       Reflect on King Solomon's testimony. After experiencing the heights of worldly success, he realized that without a connection to God and a spiritual purpose, even the greatest achievements and pleasures are ultimately meaningless and lead to a sense of emptiness and weariness. King Solomon confessed that all his gain was vanity and vexation of spirit. While we...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Kings 3:16-28 Worship song: He speaks - wisdom   Meditation:      The story in the above chapter recorded the first instance Solomon used the wisdom God gave him to distinguish between truth and deception. Rather than asking God for riches, long life, prosperity, and power to defeat his enemies, Solomon instead asked God for wisdom to effectively lead the people of Israel. God was pleased to grant him more than he requested.       Solomon's careful analysis of the critical situation resulted in his decision, which led to sound judgment. The act of falsifying information was with the intent to mislead Solomon into accepting a lie. However, despite their conflicting claims, Solomon used the spirit of discernment to determine the truth. The wisdom of Solomon is a divine gift that comes only from God. The narrative reminds us that there is an ongoing spiritual battle between deceit and honesty.   ...

Good morning Scripture reading: Jeremiah 1: 1-10 Worship song: God All By Yourself   Meditation:      Jeremiah was divinely ordained by God and chosen to fulfill a crucial mandate, yet he initially thought he was unqualified. Jeremiah did not feel ready when God called him to be a prophet. All he would see was his incapability and his youthfulness, but God reassured him that it was He, God who qualifies the call. God promised Jeremiah that he would empower and fill him with words of wisdom to govern the nation. Furthermore, he commanded him to speak as he was instructed by him. We must understand God's calling is not about self-confidence but about our willingness to obedience to God. God promises to be with us every step of the way, and he always keeps his promises.       Beloved, if you feel inadequate in your calling, don't be discouraged, for God is with you and he qualifies the task. Consider Moses who had a speech impairment, yet h...

Good morning Scripture reading: Jonah 1 Worship song: The Church Triumphant   Meditation:      The incredible story in the book of Jonah is filled with powerful, thought-provoking lessons and reflection. Jonah, in his attempt to escape God's call, disobeyed his instruction and boarded a ship heading in the wrong direction. He was comfortable sleeping on the ship, enjoying the journey while those around him were experiencing turmoil.       Like Jonah's ship, our bodies serve as the temple of God, built with two decks: our heart and our mind. These are spaces where the word of God and the Holy Spirit dwell. Let us take delight in doing a daily self-check evaluation to identify the wrong passengers on board. Any unauthorized passengers residing in these areas that are blocking the operation of the Holy Spirit must be immediately released. Just as the sailors make serious decisions to procure their safety, we too must make some drastic decis...

Good morning  S cripture Reading: Esther 2 Worship song: Refiner's Fire   Meditation:      Esther cleanses herself before meeting King Ahasuerus, but our King, Jesus Christ purifies us to meet Him. Esther was subjected to twelve (12) months of purification using oil and incense before she was brought before King Ahasuerus. Still, only the efficacious blood of Jesus Christ purifies us and brings us into the presence of the King of all kings. Seven maids help Esther to get purified to meet King Ahasuerus, but God is the only one who thoroughly purifies us of all our sins and unrighteousness.       Ahasuerus delights in physical cleansing, but God takes pleasure in spiritual purification. Esther's beauty pleased the king, but our desire to live a holy and righteous life delights our Heavenly King. Esther could only go to her king when he summoned her, but there is no time slot, appointment required, limitation, boundary, or distance th...

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 strange land and would be mistreated for 400 years, after which time He would send a deliverer to rescue them from bondage. God assured Abram that after that he would deliver them from their oppressors, and they would leave that country with great substance. The events that unfolded after Joseph's injustice and hardship created the circumstances that led to the Israelites' enslavement in Egypt.       After Joseph's death, the Israelites in Egypt continued to experience growth and prosperity, multiplying greatly. However, a new Pharaoh, who did not know Joseph, came to power. Concerned by their increasing numbers and strength, he enslaved them, forcing them to build cities and work under harsh conditions. This period of enslavement and hards...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. John 14:6 Worship song: Access granted   Meditation:      A password is a basic security mechanism comprised of a secret passphrase using a combination of alphabetic, numeric, alphanumeric, and symbolic characters. A password serves as a fundamental security measure, safeguarding access to systems, accounts, and information. Similarly, entry to God's kingdom is password-protected, allowing only those with the appropriate authority access. Jehovah God graciously makes this access available to anyone who earnestly seeks Him. Through the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ and acceptance of his death, burial, and resurrection, we are redeemed from the consequences of sin.       We are blessed to be sealed by his blood, which acts as our divine passcode. Embracing Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord is the only means of achieving salvation and eternal life, thus granting us access to His Kingdom. Regrettable, m...

Good morning Scripture reading: Psalm 34:1-10 Worship song: Taste and See   Meditation:      You might have heard countless testimonies proclaiming the goodness of God. However, without a personal encounter with His power and sovereignty, you may find it challenging to give God the praise He truly deserves. A genuine relationship with God enables us to comprehend the significance of trust and reliance upon Him. If you have never experienced barrenness or profound sorrow that leads you to cry out to God, you may not understand what it means to foster deep appreciation for His goodness.          When you depend on the Lord to supply your needs according to his riches in glory, you will sincerely magnify Him and boast of His goodness. Witnessing God's miraculous power will help strengthen and deepen your faith, fostering trust and total reliance on his divine healing and deliverance. Embracing the unconditional love of God empower...

Good morning Scripture reading: Psalms 62:5-12 Worship song: Dependable God   Meditation:      Today we joined together in vibrant celebration, honoring our nation's incredible journey from British colonization to the joy of self-governance. It is a day of jubilee where communities and families unite to reflect on our rich culture, history, and the amazing achievements we have accomplished as a nation. As Jamaicans, both at home and abroad, let us take a moment to recognize that while we celebrate our independence, we joyfully acknowledge our dependence on God.       Our true strength and guidance come from relying on God rather than solely on our own abilities or understanding. It is in surrender to Him that we find our purpose and direction. Dependence on God begins with recognizing his sovereignty and trusting in his perfect plans for us. We solely depend on Jesus and abide in him for without him we can do nothing. His grace is s...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. John 8: 1-11 Worship song: At Your Feet   Meditation:      The Scribes and Pharisees presented a woman to Jesus Christ, accusing her of adultery. They anticipated that Jesus would endorse her punishment by stoning which was the accepted consequence for such a sin. However, Jesus responded by inviting the one without sin to cast the first stone. Acknowledging their own guilt and embarrassed by their folly, her accusers slowly walked away, unable to condemn her in the presence of the Lord. This story highlights the human tendency to recognize the faults and mistakes in others yet fail to address their own iniquities and imperfections.       As communicated in Matthew 7 we must examine and address our own sins, make our slates clean before attempting to assist others with their transgressions. We cannot accuse others while sin resides within us. After all the accusers left, and there was none to condemn h...

Good morning Scripture reading: Psalms 1  Worship song: Holiness   Meditation:      The Psalmist identifies some fundamental differences between two distinctive ways of life: the way of the righteous and the way of the ungodly. Blessed people walk confidently, wrapped in God’s amazing gift of favor. A godly-minded person joyfully chooses righteousness, delights in God's presence, and refuses to associate with the morally corrupt and wicked. The righteous does not take advice or be influenced by those who do not follow God's law. The person who delights in God's law willingly chooses to know more about God, His commands and precepts, and is eager to learn and follow his teachings. When a righteous person meditates on the word of God, they are empowered spiritually, creating a deep and joyful reflection that nourishes and enriches the soul. The wicked though spread like a green bay tree is like the chaff that is separated through threshing. The ungodly wil...

Good morning Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11 Worship Song: Broken Pieces Meditation:      I was never amused by the punches delivered in a boxing ring, as I see it as cruel. The thought of willingly subjecting oneself to cuts, bruises, and pain is difficult to comprehend. What is more troubling is when the contenders were knocked out and appeared helpless, unable to get back on their feet within the expected time allotted by the referee. However, I have learnt that every contender enters the ring with a clear goal: to win, defend their title, or reclaim it.       Reflecting on the many knockouts in the boxing rings diverts my thoughts to the reality of our spiritual battles. While the devil may knock us down, Jesus Christ, our referee, is always ready to revive us. We may lose count of how many times we have been knocked down, but we rise again. The devil expects us to remain defeated, so he can win and conform us to his will, but Jesus...

Good morning Scripture Reading: 1 John 2:1-3 Worship Song: Empty Me, Lord   Meditation:      I witnessed a plumber remove debris from a clogged drain and was astonished by the amount of buildup that obstructed the water flow. This is a typical demonstration of our heart condition clogged with unconfessed sins. If we allow sin to accumulate in our lives, we will become like clogged drains. The plumber's role is to clear the drains, but Jesus specializes in redeeming us and clearing our hearts of the hoarded sins.       Unconfessed sins create a barrier between us and God, and because we hoard iniquity in our hearts, he will not hear us when we cry unto him. The only solution for the accumulation of sins is to bring them before our Lord and Savior in confession. When we repent and confess, Jesus is faithful to forgive and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.       Remember, hidden sins can neither be acknowledged nor fo...

Good morning Scripture reading: Ruth 2 Worship song: My help   Meditation:      Amid adversity, Naomi made the pivotal decision to leave Moab and return to Judah, after the passing of her husband and sons, accompanied by her daughter-in-law, Ruth. Ruth and Naomi did not have a plan, but they placed their unwavering trust in Almighty God to provide the necessary resources for their sustenance. As they settled in Judah, the favour of the Lord was upon them, orchestrating connections and opportunities that enabled them to thrive during a challenging period. This story serves as a reminder that while we often prioritize our resources, we must recognize our ultimate source of sustenance.       We often place great emphasis on our resources and not on our source. We do everything we can to not lose our resources, yet we never consider that all we own is made available through our source. All our resources are provided by our Heavenly Father. B...