Jesus did not lay down His life out of compulsion. He said clearly in John 10:18 that He laid down His life willingly. -John 10:18

Jesus loves you more than anyone in the world can ever love you and He showed it by laying down His life for you. -John 15:13

Jesus (the Good Shepherd) is the only genuine protection you can get from the claws of the wolf - the devil (that tries to steal, kill and destroy). -John 10:11-12

“Beloved, if you don't want to be prey to the devil, give your life to Jesus now. Commit to following Him and Him alone. He paid the ultimate price for you and He is the only One that can lead you into everlasting life.”

Memorise: For then must he often have suffered since the foundation of the world: but now once in the end of the world hath he appeared to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. -Hebrews 9:26

On the cross, Jesus willingly became helpless so that you can be helped. If you have been washed by the blood of Jesus, you willl never lack help, in Jesus' name.

On the cross, Jesus was lonely -Matthew 27:46 He went through that gruelling experience so that you will never be alone and so that whenever you call on God, He will answer you.

Everything that happened at Calvvary was orrowful for Jesus; you cannot experience such pain and shame and not be sorrowful. Jesus went through that so that you can have joy.

“The benefits of the sacrifice He paid are only for those whol live holy. I have made up my mind to live holy for the rest of my life, what about you?”

Memorise: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. -John 3:16

Whenever God wants to talk to a congregation, no matter how large, He will address individuals. -Revelations 3:20, -John 3:16

The messages you read in this devotional are not for everybody, they are for you in particular.

See the face of God and encourage others to do so, but don't let their laxity influence you.

: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD fore ever. Not "we will." Goodness and mercy (the result of dwelling) are for "me", not for "us". -Psalm 23:6

“Don't let someone else's lack of hunger for God affect you, even if he is your pastor. _Your walk with God is personal. When you come face to face with God in judgement, you will give an account of your self individually.”

Memorise: Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and ordained thee a prophet unto nations. -Jeremiah 1:5

All the material gains in the world will profit you nothing if you lose your soul. -Mark 8:36. Nothing at all in this world is worth your soul.

Stealing puts you in the camp of the devil and gives him lordship over you. Don't steal.

The bible makes it clear that no thief will enter heaven. -1 Corinthians 6:10. The devil is the father of thieves because stealing is his first assignment in any man's life. -John 10:10

Thieves should never expect God to answer their prayers because God is not their father.

In Leviticus 6:4 and Exodus 22:1-4 God said that if you have stolen something, you are to return it to the fellow you stole from in double fold. Don't keep stolen property in your possession.

“Some people try to categorise and rationalise stealing. For example, some people will say corruption or internet fraud is not stealing. Beloved, the moment a person takes what doesn't belong to him or her without permission of the owner under false pretences, that fellow has stolen.”

Memorise: Thou shalt not steal. -Exodus 20:15

The elders have walked the path you are walking now and can tell you the outcome of whatever you are doing, even before you start.

You could think that your talent and knowledge are enough to make you successful, but an elder will point your attention to a character flaw that you must get rid of if you really want to be successful. -Proverbs 30:12

When you're join any organisation, respect those who have been there long before you; not neglecting advise. This will give you and unparalleled advantage over your peers in the journey of life. Through the help of the Holy Spirit of wisdom. -Isaiah 11:12

“The elders in your life are there to guide you with their experiences. Listen to them and honour them.”

Memorise: Hearken now unto my voice, I will give thee counsel, and God shall be with thee: Be thou for the people to God-ward, that thou mayest bring the causes unto God: -Exodus 18:19

It is a must to bear fruit if you want to continue to be a part of the Vine. -John 15:2

Backsliding as a believer does not only start with drawing away from God and committing sin. Refusal to preach the gospel is also a form of backsliding. -John 15:6

Another reason you must win souls is so that your prayers can be answered. -John 15:16

“Pick up your phone and share the gospel with at least one person through a phone call, text message or any other means.”

Memorise: Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. -John 15:2

Doing God's work is compulsory for all His children; this simply means that you have no choice in this matter. -John 15:16

When it comes to doing the work of God, you must not see yourself as volunteer. -1 Corinthians 9:16

You MUST preach the gospel. It is not a piece of advise but a command. -Matthew 28:19

Memorise: I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. -John 9:4

There are many people walking around with curses that they do not have to carry. (Curses placed by men can be cancelled).

All you need is a person with a higher power and anointing to break the curse, because the anointing breaks yokes. -Isaiah 10:27

Beyond going to any man or woman of God to cancel curses on your behalf, you must seek God's anointing as well.

“Those who remain close to God can never be cursed. Numbers 24”

Memorise: Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: -Galatians 3:13

Your hunger for God should be such that you won't even remember to eat when it is time to seek Him. (You should be so hungry for God that you are willing to risk your life just to know Him more.)

What exactly are the things you are hungry for? Food? Fame? Money? Put them all aside and let your hunger and thirst everyday be for God. -Matthew 6:33

Beloved, please get your priorities right. Davaid, in our Bible reading today, said that his soul will follow hard after God. _Can you say the same for yourself?

Prayer Point: Father, let there be an insatiable hunger for You in my heart

Memorise: O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is. -Psalm 63:1

Don't go for Christian programmes to look for comfort; there ae no big men in the house of God. -Jammes 2:1-9

You have to seek God diligently if you really want to get to know Him. When you're seeking His face concerning something, how comfortable you feel should not be a hindrance. -Isaiah 55:6

If you have been seeking Him concerning a matter and He hasn't shown up, go to a fellowship where people are gathered in His name and remind Him of His promise in Matthew 18:20

“Sometimes you may have to choose between getting your miracle and comfort - I hope you choose wisely.”

Memorise: LORD, I have loved the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honour dwelleth. -Psalm 26:8

If you go to church to flaunt your social status, there is something deeply missing in your Christian life.

It is when we suffer with Jesus that we can be glorified with Him.
Paul said, "Let no man trouble me, I bear in my body the mark of Jesus Christ" (Galatians 6:17)
In other words, he was saying, "I have scars to show that I suffered with Him."

If you, however, are among those denying Him, remember that He said that He will also dn such persons before His Father in Heaven. -Matthew 10:33

Memorise: But Jesus answerd and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink of the cup that I shall drink of, and to be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with? They say unto him, We are able. -Matthew 20:22

Prayer Point: Lord, I want to know the fellowship of Your suffering. Please let me partake in Your suffering.