Good morning, brethren.
1. Morning devotion for today.
MD.i.
MORNING TEA
THE WORD FOR TODAY
SUNDAY AUGUST 23, 2O26.
"THREE LEVELS OF ATTACK (3)"
ββ¦All these things I will give you...β Matthew 4:9 NKJV
THE ATTACK over the cross. Letβs look at the third temptation Jesus faced: ββ¦The devil took Him up on an exceedingly high mountain, and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. And he said to Him, βAll these things I will give You if You will fall down and worship meβββ (Matthew 4:8-9 NKJV). Satanβs third attack was over a cross-less life. In essence, he told Jesus, βYou donβt have to carry the cross. Just bow to me and you can have it all.β Jesus said, ββ¦βAway with you, satan!...ββ (Matthew 4:10 NKJV). βAwayβ with any teaching that says God is your porter and He has to wait on you! Or that Heβs like a vending machine; all you have to do is put in a few coins and whatever you want will come out. Paul writes, βI have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for meβ (Galatians 2:20 NKJV). Has God promised to bless you? Absolutely! But that doesnβt mean youβll never get hurt, or face lack, or fatigue, or be betrayed and disappointed by others. Jesus said, ββ¦unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies [to self], it remains alone; but if it dies [to self], it produces muchβ¦β (John 12:24 NKJV). Have you ever heard the expression, βDead man walking?β To do Godβs will, you have to die to your own will, and do it daily. But if youβre willing to, God will take you to a new level of blessing.
Bible In A Year: Amos 5:18 β 9:15, Matt 20:29-34, Ps 119:145-160, Pro 19:1-2. Courtesy: Grace So Amazing
*To partner with us, kindly refer to page 9 of the hard copy edition or simply send us a WhatsApp message/call on +2348128000068.*
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MD.ii. [22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: *MEDITATIONS ON DAILY βANNA*
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2026
*THE REWARD OF SACRIFICIAL DISCIPLESHIP*
*Text:* Matthew 19:27β30
27. Then answered Peter and said unto him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed thee; what shall we have therefore?
28. And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
29. And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.
30. But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first.
*Timeless Truth:*
_For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister"_ (Hebrews 6:10)
*INTRODUCTION*
During the Second World War, Desmond Doss, an American Army medic and committed Christian, served without carrying a weapon because of his convictions. During the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, he repeatedly entered a dangerous battlefield to rescue wounded soldiers. He is credited with saving approximately 75 men, lowering each wounded soldier to safety while under enemy fire. Doss later received the Medal of Honor for extraordinary courage.
His story reminds us that genuine commitment often involves sacrifice. A person who is committed to a worthy cause may surrender comfort, safety and personal advantage because he believes the cause is greater than himself.
Peter's question in Matthew 19:27 comes from this same concern. The disciples had left much to follow Jesus, and Peter asked, βWhat shall we have therefore?β Jesus did not condemn the question. Instead, He taught them that sacrifice for God's kingdom is never wasted.*For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.* (Hebrews 6:10).
The passage teaches us that Christ calls His followers to sacrificial discipleship, promises them spiritual reward and warns them against measuring God's kingdom by worldly standards.
Perhaps you have sacrificed time to serve God. Perhaps you have endured rejection because of your faith. Perhaps you have given financially when it was difficult. Perhaps you have chosen obedience over personal ambition. Perhaps you have remained faithful in a ministry where nobody seems to notice your work. Jesus' answer in this passage is an encouragement: God sees, God remembers and God rewards. But Christ also corrects our understanding of reward. The Christian life is not primarily about asking, βWhat can I get from following Jesus?β It is about asking, βHow can I faithfully serve the One who gave everything for me?β
The disciples left much, but Jesus promised that their sacrifice would not be wasted. There are three great challenges before us:
(i) Surrender your life completely to Christ.
(ii) Serve faithfully without demanding immediate recognition. *(iii)* Stand firm when sacrifice becomes difficult.
The world may celebrate those who appear to be first. God's kingdom operates differently. The person who quietly serves, humbly gives, faithfully prays, patiently suffers and continues obeying Christ may be accomplishing something of far greater eternal value than the person receiving public applause.
Therefore, do not give up because your service is unnoticed. Do not stop serving because your sacrifice is costly. Do not measure God's faithfulness by your immediate circumstances. Your labour for Christ is never wasted.
*Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.* (1 Corinthians 15:58)
One day, the Lord Himself will reveal what truly mattered. And on that day, the faithful servant will discover that nothing surrendered to Christ was ever truly lost.
*1. The Surrender of Sacrificial Discipleship*
a. Peter reminded Jesus that the disciples had left their possessions and livelihoods to follow Him. Following Christ involves surrender. Christianity is not merely receiving blessings; it is also yielding our lives to the Lord. We must ask whether Christ truly has first place in our lives. Following Him may require us to surrender habits, relationships, ambitions, possessions, or personal preferences that compete with His will.
b. The disciples did not merely admire Jesus; they left their former way of life and continued with Him. Christian commitment is not measured by how enthusiastically we begin, but by how faithfully we continue.
*Questions*
(i) What am I unwilling to surrender to Christ?
(ii) Does my daily lifestyle demonstrate that following Jesus is more important to me than personal comfort?
*2. The Reward of Kingdom Service*
a. Jesus assured His disciples that their sacrifices would not go unnoticed. Jesus spoke of the future when He would sit on His glorious throne and the disciples would share in His kingdom.
Our present service must be viewed in light of eternity. What we sacrifice for Christ now has eternal significance.
b. Jesus promised that those who had sacrificed houses, family relationships or possessions for His name would receive abundant blessings. This does not mean that discipleship is a scheme for material prosperity. Rather, Jesus assures His followers that nothing surrendered to Him is ultimately lost. Jesus concludes His promise with: *"And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters... for My name's sake, shall receive a hundredfold, and inherit eternal life.β*
*Questions*
(i) Do I serve God for His glory or mainly for recognition and earthly rewards?
(ii) When sacrifice becomes difficult, do I remember the eternal reward promised by Christ?
*3. The Reversal of Kingdom Standards*
a. Jesus concludes with a statement that challenges human ideas about success and reward.
Human society often measures greatness through wealth, position, influence, education and recognition. But God's measurement is different. We should not measure our spiritual worth by comparing ourselves with other people.
b. God values humble service rather than self-promotion. A disciple should be willing to serve even when nobody applauds, notices or rewards the work. The world's ranking system will not determine the final outcome. God will ultimately reveal the true value of every person's service.
*Questions*
(i) Do I become discouraged when others receive recognition while my service remains unnoticed?
(ii) Am I willing to serve faithfully even when I receive no immediate reward?
*Prayer Points*
1. Lord Jesus, help me to surrender every area of my life completely to You and place Your kingdom above my personal interests.
2. Father, give me grace to remain faithful in serving You even when the work is difficult or unnoticed.
3. Lord, deliver me from comparing myself with others and help me to value eternal rewards above temporary recognition.
4. Holy Spirit, remove pride and selfish ambition from my heart and make me a humble servant who seeks God's glory rather than human applause.
*Hymn:* Take My Life and Let It Be
*THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:* DANIEL 9-10
[22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DAILY
ANNA - (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR ADULTS)
SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST, 2026```
*BEYOND HUMAN MEASURE*
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```TEXT:MATTHEW 19:27-30```
```KEY VERSE:``` _*"And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life. But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first" (MATTHEW 19:29, 30).*_
*Brother Andrew, a humble Dutchman, began smuggling Bibles into communist countries during the _Cold War,_ risking his life to serve believers behind the Iron Curtain. He didn't seek fame; he just obeyed God's quiet call. That small, faithful beginning grew into _Open Doors,_ a global ministry that continues to help persecuted Christians today. Though little known on earth, Andrew is surely honoured in heaven.*
*His story perfectly illustrates the timeless principle Jesus lays out in today's passage: that all faithful, sacrificial service done for Him, however hidden or risky, will attract heaven's reward. In the text, Apostle Peter poses a question many believers still echo today: "We have forsaken all, and followed thee; what shall we have therefore?" It is a question laced with hope but also with the subtle implication of comparison with others and transaction with God. Considering the context, Peter's question implies that if we have given up much for God, in contrast to the rich young ruler who didn't, surely we are due a proportionate reward. In His answer, Jesus affirms that sacrifice in His name is never forgotten. Certainly, we shall receive astounding rewards, yet He closes with a warning wrapped in a paradox: "But many _that are_ first shall be last; and the last _shall be_ first."*
*This final line holds the key to understanding divine reward, not as a salary earned but as a gift bestowed in Sovereign wisdom. God's kingdom does not run on human logic or worldly meritocracy. Instead, it operates based on grace, faithfulness, and sincerity of heart. When we serve God with a mere transactional mind-set, doing in order to receive, we risk missing the heartbeat of discipleship. And to correct this misunderstanding, Jesus immediately follows His statement with the parable of the workers in the vineyard. There, those who worked a full day were shocked to receive the same wages as those hired last. Then Jesus concluded with the same warning: "So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen". The point is clear: God's rewards are not based on length of service or human measure, but on His gracious prerogative. Faithfulness, not fame, draws heaven's attention.*
*This ought to challenge and comfort us. We are not in competition in God's kingdom. We are simply called to be faithful. Whatever the sacrifice our calling may demand, the measure of our reward is not in the scope of our task but in our fidelity to it. So, as the "prize-giving day" draws near, let us serve with joy, not calculation, remembering that the One who called us is no man's debtor but a just and faithful Rewarder.*
βπ½```THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:``` _*When you serve in silence, heaven echoes your labour with eternal applause.*_
```THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:``` *DANIEL 9-10*
Beyond Human Measure
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*RECOMMENDED GOSPEL HYMNS AND SONGS - GHS 54: I AM READY FOR SERVICE; GHS 59: LITTLE IS MUCH WHEN GOD IS IN IT; GHS 62: GO LABOUR ON; AND GHS 89: O JESUS, I HAVE PROMISED*
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[22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY```
_*HIGHER EVERYD
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```SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST, 2026```
*ATTITUDE TO WORLD AFFAIRS*
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```TEXT:1 JOHN 2:15-17```
``` MEMORY VERSE:``` _*"Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him" (1 JOHN 2:15).*_
*The hands of the clock has been used to describe three categories of believers. Twelve-o'clock-Christians are so heavenly conscious, but of no earthly use. Half-past-six-o'clock-Christians are buried in the world and have lost the vision of heaven. The six-o'clock-believers are Christians who are of significance on earth and are heavenly minded.*
*The significance of salt as flavour is not felt when it is isolated from other ingredients. It is not eaten as food all on its own. The worth of salt is acknowledged when it is used as flavour. So are believers. We are the salt of the earth. While we insulate ourselves from the pollutions of the world and live with the consciousness of heaven, we should equally exact positive influence in the world.*
*Christian youths can influence their world in various clubs in school - like the Press Club, Junior Engineers, Technicians and Scientists, Young Farmers Club, Red Cross Society - to shine the gospel light. Qualified youths should exercise their franchise during elections as responsible citizens. We should not contaminate ourselves with the evils of the society; instead, impact it positively.*
```QUOTE:``` _*Youths can influence their world.*_
```CHALLENGE:``` _*Don't isolate but insulate against the world.*_
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Attitude To World Affairs
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[22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY```
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```SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST, 2026```
*FIRST ON THE LIST*
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```PSALM 103:1-5```
```Key Verse:``` _*"Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases" (Psalm 103:3).*_
A list always starts with number one (1). In most cases, the first thing is the most important. For example, in an examination result, the first position is given to the child that scores the highest mark. The first always opens the list for other items to follow.
As shown in our Bible passage, the first opens the door for all other benefits to come through. The blessings of God seem to be arranged in a divine, logical order in the lives of God's children. We do not have to rush for the second if we have not yet received the first. Sins (iniquities) block our way to receiving God's many benefits or blessings.
Sin must first be removed out of our lives if we want to have God's blessings. For, *"if I regard* (allow) *iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me"* - and bless me (Psalm 66:18). In our Bible passage, the first benefit stated there is *"forgiveness of sin"*.
It is after you have received this first benefit, by turning away from your bad ways, saying sorry to God, and making Jesus your Saviour and friend, that you are qualified to enjoy the other benefits like healing, deliverance, love and mercy of God, provision and long life.
*If you desire God's blessings in your life, do the first thing first: repent and turn away from your sins, and the needed blessings will come into your life.*
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rayer:``` _*Lord, I am sorry for every bad thing I have done. Forgive my sins, be merciful to me and bless me.*_
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Further Reading:``` *Psalm 32:1, 2*
First On The List
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2. Morning Prayer for today.
MP.i. Morning Prayer
Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. β€ Hebrews 10:22
He who kneels the most, stands the best. β€ D.L. Moody
Most gracious God, in Your good providence You have allowed us to see the light of another Sundayβdraw near to us in mercy. May the Sun of righteousness arise upon us with healing in His wings. May our fellowship this day be with You, the Father, and with Your Son, Jesus Christ. May all unworthy thoughts be suppressed, and may our hearts be filled with holy desires. Be a guest in our home today. Abide with us and sanctify our home life.
We ask You to bless all the gatherings of Your people who will worship today in any part of the world. May Your Spirit be with all who preach and teach in the name of Jesus, and with all who love You. May Your word have great power. May lost sinners be convicted and led to repentance. May Christians be strengthened and encouraged. May those who are sorrowful be comforted. May children and young people receive holy and heavenly guidance and be blessed. May this be a day of the power of the Most High, and may its influence be deep and lasting.
We ask You, O God, to give us a good Sunday in our own home. Help us to remember the day and keep it in a way that pleases You and brings blessings into our lives. May our love for each other grow as we worship together. May Your love be poured out in our hearts more abundantly. May we stay close to Your heart all day. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Good morning, brethren.
1. Morning devotion for today.
MD.i. πππΊππΉπ MORNING TEA
THE WORD FOR TODAY
SUNDAY AUGUST 23, 2O26.
"THREE LEVELS OF ATTACK (3)"
ββ¦All these things I will give you...β Matthew 4:9 NKJV
THE ATTACK over the cross. Letβs look at the third temptation Jesus faced: ββ¦The devil took Him up on an exceedingly high mountain, and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. And he said to Him, βAll these things I will give You if You will fall down and worship meβββ (Matthew 4:8-9 NKJV). Satanβs third attack was over a cross-less life. In essence, he told Jesus, βYou donβt have to carry the cross. Just bow to me and you can have it all.β Jesus said, ββ¦βAway with you, satan!...ββ (Matthew 4:10 NKJV). βAwayβ with any teaching that says God is your porter and He has to wait on you! Or that Heβs like a vending machine; all you have to do is put in a few coins and whatever you want will come out. Paul writes, βI have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for meβ (Galatians 2:20 NKJV). Has God promised to bless you? Absolutely! But that doesnβt mean youβll never get hurt, or face lack, or fatigue, or be betrayed and disappointed by others. Jesus said, ββ¦unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies [to self], it remains alone; but if it dies [to self], it produces muchβ¦β (John 12:24 NKJV). Have you ever heard the expression, βDead man walking?β To do Godβs will, you have to die to your own will, and do it daily. But if youβre willing to, God will take you to a new level of blessing.
Bible In A Year: Amos 5:18 β 9:15, Matt 20:29-34, Ps 119:145-160, Pro 19:1-2. Courtesy: Grace So Amazing ππ
*To partner with us, kindly refer to page 9 of the hard copy edition or simply send us a WhatsApp message/call on +2348128000068.*πππΉπ·.
MD.ii. [22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: *MEDITATIONS ON DAILY βANNA*
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2026
*THE REWARD OF SACRIFICIAL DISCIPLESHIP*
*Text:* Matthew 19:27β30
27. Then answered Peter and said unto him, Behold, we have forsaken all, and followed thee; what shall we have therefore?
28. And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
29. And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.
30. But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first.
*Timeless Truth:*
_For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister"_ (Hebrews 6:10)
*INTRODUCTION*
During the Second World War, Desmond Doss, an American Army medic and committed Christian, served without carrying a weapon because of his convictions. During the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, he repeatedly entered a dangerous battlefield to rescue wounded soldiers. He is credited with saving approximately 75 men, lowering each wounded soldier to safety while under enemy fire. Doss later received the Medal of Honor for extraordinary courage.
His story reminds us that genuine commitment often involves sacrifice. A person who is committed to a worthy cause may surrender comfort, safety and personal advantage because he believes the cause is greater than himself.
Peter's question in Matthew 19:27 comes from this same concern. The disciples had left much to follow Jesus, and Peter asked, βWhat shall we have therefore?β Jesus did not condemn the question. Instead, He taught them that sacrifice for God's kingdom is never wasted.*For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.* (Hebrews 6:10).
The passage teaches us that Christ calls His followers to sacrificial discipleship, promises them spiritual reward and warns them against measuring God's kingdom by worldly standards.
Perhaps you have sacrificed time to serve God. Perhaps you have endured rejection because of your faith. Perhaps you have given financially when it was difficult. Perhaps you have chosen obedience over personal ambition. Perhaps you have remained faithful in a ministry where nobody seems to notice your work. Jesus' answer in this passage is an encouragement: God sees, God remembers and God rewards. But Christ also corrects our understanding of reward. The Christian life is not primarily about asking, βWhat can I get from following Jesus?β It is about asking, βHow can I faithfully serve the One who gave everything for me?β
The disciples left much, but Jesus promised that their sacrifice would not be wasted. There are three great challenges before us:
(i) Surrender your life completely to Christ.
(ii) Serve faithfully without demanding immediate recognition. *(iii)* Stand firm when sacrifice becomes difficult.
The world may celebrate those who appear to be first. God's kingdom operates differently. The person who quietly serves, humbly gives, faithfully prays, patiently suffers and continues obeying Christ may be accomplishing something of far greater eternal value than the person receiving public applause.
Therefore, do not give up because your service is unnoticed. Do not stop serving because your sacrifice is costly. Do not measure God's faithfulness by your immediate circumstances. Your labour for Christ is never wasted.
*Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.* (1 Corinthians 15:58)
One day, the Lord Himself will reveal what truly mattered. And on that day, the faithful servant will discover that nothing surrendered to Christ was ever truly lost.
*1. The Surrender of Sacrificial Discipleship*
a. Peter reminded Jesus that the disciples had left their possessions and livelihoods to follow Him. Following Christ involves surrender. Christianity is not merely receiving blessings; it is also yielding our lives to the Lord. We must ask whether Christ truly has first place in our lives. Following Him may require us to surrender habits, relationships, ambitions, possessions, or personal preferences that compete with His will.
b. The disciples did not merely admire Jesus; they left their former way of life and continued with Him. Christian commitment is not measured by how enthusiastically we begin, but by how faithfully we continue.
*Questions*
(i) What am I unwilling to surrender to Christ?
(ii) Does my daily lifestyle demonstrate that following Jesus is more important to me than personal comfort?
*2. The Reward of Kingdom Service*
a. Jesus assured His disciples that their sacrifices would not go unnoticed. Jesus spoke of the future when He would sit on His glorious throne and the disciples would share in His kingdom.
Our present service must be viewed in light of eternity. What we sacrifice for Christ now has eternal significance.
b. Jesus promised that those who had sacrificed houses, family relationships or possessions for His name would receive abundant blessings. This does not mean that discipleship is a scheme for material prosperity. Rather, Jesus assures His followers that nothing surrendered to Him is ultimately lost. Jesus concludes His promise with: *"And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters... for My name's sake, shall receive a hundredfold, and inherit eternal life.β*
*Questions*
(i) Do I serve God for His glory or mainly for recognition and earthly rewards?
(ii) When sacrifice becomes difficult, do I remember the eternal reward promised by Christ?
*3. The Reversal of Kingdom Standards*
a. Jesus concludes with a statement that challenges human ideas about success and reward.
Human society often measures greatness through wealth, position, influence, education and recognition. But God's measurement is different. We should not measure our spiritual worth by comparing ourselves with other people.
b. God values humble service rather than self-promotion. A disciple should be willing to serve even when nobody applauds, notices or rewards the work. The world's ranking system will not determine the final outcome. God will ultimately reveal the true value of every person's service.
*Questions*
(i) Do I become discouraged when others receive recognition while my service remains unnoticed?
(ii) Am I willing to serve faithfully even when I receive no immediate reward?
*Prayer Points*
1. Lord Jesus, help me to surrender every area of my life completely to You and place Your kingdom above my personal interests.π
2. Father, give me grace to remain faithful in serving You even when the work is difficult or unnoticed.π
3. Lord, deliver me from comparing myself with others and help me to value eternal rewards above temporary recognition.π
4. Holy Spirit, remove pride and selfish ambition from my heart and make me a humble servant who seeks God's glory rather than human applause.π
*Hymn:* Take My Life and Let It Be
*THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:* DANIEL 9-10
[22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DAILY βοΈANNA - (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR ADULTS)
SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST, 2026```
*BEYOND HUMAN MEASURE* ππποΈπ«΅π½ππ½ββοΈππ½ββοΈπ§π½π§π½ββοΈππ½πππ½
ππ```TEXT:MATTHEW 19:27-30```ππ
ππ```KEY VERSE:``` _*"And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life. But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first" (MATTHEW 19:29, 30).*_
*Brother Andrew, a humble Dutchman, began smuggling Bibles into communist countries during the _Cold War,_ risking his life to serve believers behind the Iron Curtain. He didn't seek fame; he just obeyed God's quiet call. That small, faithful beginning grew into _Open Doors,_ a global ministry that continues to help persecuted Christians today. Though little known on earth, Andrew is surely honoured in heaven.*
*His story perfectly illustrates the timeless principle Jesus lays out in today's passage: that all faithful, sacrificial service done for Him, however hidden or risky, will attract heaven's reward. In the text, Apostle Peter poses a question many believers still echo today: "We have forsaken all, and followed thee; what shall we have therefore?" It is a question laced with hope but also with the subtle implication of comparison with others and transaction with God. Considering the context, Peter's question implies that if we have given up much for God, in contrast to the rich young ruler who didn't, surely we are due a proportionate reward. In His answer, Jesus affirms that sacrifice in His name is never forgotten. Certainly, we shall receive astounding rewards, yet He closes with a warning wrapped in a paradox: "But many _that are_ first shall be last; and the last _shall be_ first."*
*This final line holds the key to understanding divine reward, not as a salary earned but as a gift bestowed in Sovereign wisdom. God's kingdom does not run on human logic or worldly meritocracy. Instead, it operates based on grace, faithfulness, and sincerity of heart. When we serve God with a mere transactional mind-set, doing in order to receive, we risk missing the heartbeat of discipleship. And to correct this misunderstanding, Jesus immediately follows His statement with the parable of the workers in the vineyard. There, those who worked a full day were shocked to receive the same wages as those hired last. Then Jesus concluded with the same warning: "So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen". The point is clear: God's rewards are not based on length of service or human measure, but on His gracious prerogative. Faithfulness, not fame, draws heaven's attention.*
*This ought to challenge and comfort us. We are not in competition in God's kingdom. We are simply called to be faithful. Whatever the sacrifice our calling may demand, the measure of our reward is not in the scope of our task but in our fidelity to it. So, as the "prize-giving day" draws near, let us serve with joy, not calculation, remembering that the One who called us is no man's debtor but a just and faithful Rewarder.*
βπ½```THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:``` _*When you serve in silence, heaven echoes your labour with eternal applause.*_
ππ```THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:``` *DANIEL 9-10*ππ
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[22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY```
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°οΈY: (A DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE FOR YOUTHS)*_
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```SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST, 2026```
*ATTITUDE TO WORLD AFFAIRS* ποΈπππ«΅π½ππ½ββοΈππ½ββοΈβ€οΈπβπ§π½π§π½ββοΈππ½
ππ```TEXT:1 JOHN 2:15-17```ππ
π``` MEMORY VERSE:``` _*"Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him" (1 JOHN 2:15).*_
*The hands of the clock has been used to describe three categories of believers. Twelve-o'clock-Christians are so heavenly conscious, but of no earthly use. Half-past-six-o'clock-Christians are buried in the world and have lost the vision of heaven. The six-o'clock-believers are Christians who are of significance on earth and are heavenly minded.*
*The significance of salt as flavour is not felt when it is isolated from other ingredients. It is not eaten as food all on its own. The worth of salt is acknowledged when it is used as flavour. So are believers. We are the salt of the earth. While we insulate ourselves from the pollutions of the world and live with the consciousness of heaven, we should equally exact positive influence in the world.*
*Christian youths can influence their world in various clubs in school - like the Press Club, Junior Engineers, Technicians and Scientists, Young Farmers Club, Red Cross Society - to shine the gospel light. Qualified youths should exercise their franchise during elections as responsible citizens. We should not contaminate ourselves with the evils of the society; instead, impact it positively.*
π¬ ```QUOTE:``` _*Youths can influence their world.*_
π ```CHALLENGE:``` _*Don't isolate but insulate against the world.*_
ππ½ππ½ ```PRAYER:``` _*Father, help me to be a blessing to the world.*_
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[22/08, 8:22 pm] Pastor Attah: ```DEEPER CHRISTIAN LIFE MINISTRY```
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```SUNDAY 23RD AUGUST, 2026```
*FIRST ON THE LIST* ππποΈπ«΅π½ππ½ββοΈππ½ββοΈβοΈπ§π½π§π½ββοΈπ£οΈπ€π©Έπ€ππ½
ππ```PSALM 103:1-5```ππ
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ππ ```Key Verse:``` _*"Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases" (Psalm 103:3).*_
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A list always starts with number one (1). In most cases, the first thing is the most important. For example, in an examination result, the first position is given to the child that scores the highest mark. The first always opens the list for other items to follow.
As shown in our Bible passage, the first opens the door for all other benefits to come through. The blessings of God seem to be arranged in a divine, logical order in the lives of God's children. We do not have to rush for the second if we have not yet received the first. Sins (iniquities) block our way to receiving God's many benefits or blessings.
Sin must first be removed out of our lives if we want to have God's blessings. For, *"if I regard* (allow) *iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me"* - and bless me (Psalm 66:18). In our Bible passage, the first benefit stated there is *"forgiveness of sin"*.
It is after you have received this first benefit, by turning away from your bad ways, saying sorry to God, and making Jesus your Saviour and friend, that you are qualified to enjoy the other benefits like healing, deliverance, love and mercy of God, provision and long life.
*If you desire God's blessings in your life, do the first thing first: repent and turn away from your sins, and the needed blessings will come into your life.*
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ΏοΈrayer:``` _*Lord, I am sorry for every bad thing I have done. Forgive my sins, be merciful to me and bless me.*_ ππ½
```π Further Reading:``` *Psalm 32:1, 2*
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2. Morning Prayer for today.
MP.i. Morning Prayer
Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. β€ Hebrews 10:22
He who kneels the most, stands the best. β€ D.L. Moody
Most gracious God, in Your good providence You have allowed us to see the light of another Sundayβdraw near to us in mercy. May the Sun of righteousness arise upon us with healing in His wings. May our fellowship this day be with You, the Father, and with Your Son, Jesus Christ. May all unworthy thoughts be suppressed, and may our hearts be filled with holy desires. Be a guest in our home today. Abide with us and sanctify our home life.
We ask You to bless all the gatherings of Your people who will worship today in any part of the world. May Your Spirit be with all who preach and teach in the name of Jesus, and with all who love You. May Your word have great power. May lost sinners be convicted and led to repentance. May Christians be strengthened and encouraged. May those who are sorrowful be comforted. May children and young people receive holy and heavenly guidance and be blessed. May this be a day of the power of the Most High, and may its influence be deep and lasting.
We ask You, O God, to give us a good Sunday in our own home. Help us to remember the day and keep it in a way that pleases You and brings blessings into our lives. May our love for each other grow as we worship together. May Your love be poured out in our hearts more abundantly. May we stay close to Your heart all day. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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