YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning  Scripture reading: Psalm 24 Praise song: Purify My Heart   Meditation:      The question is asked, who shall stand in the holy place of God? Only those with clean hands and pure hearts. Those with a pure heart and clean hands are the people who do not sow discord among brethren; neither have they stained their hands with their brother's blood or meddled in iniquities. They are those who walk righteously and speak uprightly. They despised the gain of oppression and shut their eyes from seeing evil. They are those who show mercy because they love mercy. The pure in heart are those with inner moral holiness. They are those who forgive those who trespassed against them. The things that we harbor in our hearts, that we refuse to let go and let God, can hinder us from entering the holy place prepared for the holy and righteous.       Matt. 5 verse 8 reminds us, the pure in heart shall see God. Let us, therefore, seek to live...

Good morning Scripture reading: Esther Chapters 3-7 Praise song: Wonderful Merciful Saviour Meditation:      The Book of Esther is a fascinating story relating to the plot and scheme of Haman to hang Mordecai and assassinate all the Jews. Haman's anger was kindled against Mordecai because he refused to bow in reverence to him. Haman convinced King Ahasuerus to sign a decree that would permit him to execute all the Jews in all the provinces of the King, both young and old. After much persuasion, Haman's request was granted, signed, and sealed with the king's ring. Little did Haman know that God was looking out for those who feared Him and would not allow His people to fall victim to their adversary. Esther was appointed at a time such as this to expose the deeds of Haman. Haman was hanged on the gallows that he built for Mordecai. This intriguing encounter reminds me of the old Jamaican proverb, spoken mostly by the older folks, advising us that when digging a hole, ...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 7:11-17 Worship song: I Will Serve Thee Meditation:      Grieving the loss of a loved one can be one of the most painful experiences you will ever have to endure. Having to lay a loved one to rest, especially someone young, vibrant, kind, loving, trustworthy, and adorable, can leave you shattered and devastated. One can only imagine the emotional impact and the sorrow that the widow endured, losing not just a husband but her only son. The procession was no doubt a very mournful one as the widow bemoaned her only son while trying desperately to cope with the heart-rending impact that accompanies a fatal tragedy. She had many supporters traveling with her on her gloomy, heartrending mission. Her mourning must have been thundering, for it caught the attention of Jesus, who came into the town of Nain with his followers just as the procession was heading to the burial site. Jesus felt a flood of compassion for the grieving widow an...

Good morning Scripture reading: Ephesians 1:2-7 Worship song: Redeemed   Meditation:       The Heavenly Father's unlimited love for mankind extends beyond what we can even think or imagine. Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom and love for us, considered it necessary for mankind to be redeemed through the precious blood of Jesus Christ, the spotless lamb of God who had no iniquity, corruption, or sin. The blood of Jesus Christ is more precious than silver and gold and has the power to redeem and cleanse us from all our sins and liberate us from Satan's bondage. Those who accept Jesus Christ are redeemed by His blood, their transgression forgiven, and their sins covered. As sinners, we are condemned to die, but those who are in Jesus Christ will escape the punishment and the wrath of God. The redeeming blood of Jesus Christ saves, sanctifies, purifies, cleanses, satisfies, and sets us free. His grace and mercies are extended to the vilest of sinners who...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Samuels 16:1-13 Praise song: O Lift Your Countenance   Meditation:      The English idiom 'Never Judge a Book by Its Cover' implies that one should not make a final judgment on anything based only on outward appearance. The story narrated in the above scripture gives a clear insight into what it means to judge by outer appearance. The prophet Samuel gazed upon seven of Jesse's sons and was satisfied with their masculinity and countenance, thinking they fit the profile of a king, but the Lord made it known to Samuel that the qualities He seeks are internal and not external. The Lord looks at the heart and not the outward physique. Following the Lord's command, Samuel sent for David, who was out in the field tending to the flock, anointed him with oil, and appointed him as the King of Israel. Look not upon another man's countenance because redeeming love has set apart the worst of mankind to be rewarded for the Saviour's...

Good morning Scripture reading: Leviticus 18: 22-30 Worship song: Sodom Gomorrah   Meditation:      While the average person would be minding their own business, one cannot turn a blind eye to the fact that LGBTQ is no longer a hidden affair. Society has become more open and accepting of these sexually diverse groups, and now more than ever, it has become a normal way of living. We are advised to love, appreciate, accommodate, and welcome them in our homes, schools, jobs, and even in our congregation. We are called upon to accept and treat them with the utmost respect and regard their lifestyle as significant regardless of their sexual orientation. But how do you accept a lifestyle that is against your religious belief, one that stands against the principles and precepts of Almighty God?       As believers, we cannot and should not accept any behavior or principle that does not align with the teachings of Jesus Christ and the word of God...

Good morning S cripture reading: Job 1:4-5 Worship song: Talking to Jesus   Meditation:      Job was an upstanding citizen in the land of Uz, perfect and just in the sight of God and man. He had a wonderful relationship with God and was respected by members of his community. Judging from his character and lifestyle, he was the perfect role model for parents and children, especially fathers. Job's concern for the well-being of his children and their relationship with God led him to pray for them without ceasing. After the festive celebration hosted by his sons, Job called all his children and sanctified them. He also ensured that he offered unto the Lord sacrifices of burnt offerings for each child just in case they had sinned against God. Job made it a point of his duty to go boldly unto the throne of grace early in the morning that he may obtain mercy for all his children. Like Job, we too need to intercede for our children, lest they be consumed by the ev...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. John 11:1-44 Worship song: Resurrecting   Meditation:      The account of Lazarus's death, burial, and resurrection written in the scripture above is only a synopsis of the resurrecting power of Jesus Christ. Family and friends gathered on the day of Lazarus's burial to mourn his departure and pay their last respects. They watched as his body was laid to rest. What they thought was their final farewell was later canceled. On the fourth day, the resurrecting King arrived at the place where Lazarus was laid. They stood in awe as Jesus raised Lazarus from the grave. Jesus performed this miracle to prove to the nonbelievers that he is powerful, and all things are possible through Him. You might be weeping over some dead situations now, but they can live again. Whatever you are struggling to keep alive, it can live again through the power of Jesus Christ. He that believes in Him, though he were dead, yet shall he live. The res...