• THE MONEY’S MIND
    The Economic Way of the Lord

    By Omodolapo Ogunye

    What if the way out of an economic wilderness is not first a financial instrument, but a Person?

    We often approach economic difficulty through the language of money: capital, debt, investment, employment, markets, policy and opportunity.

    But the revelation of the Body of the Word gives us another starting point.

    The Body of the Word is the way of the Lord.

    Revelation 1 describes the feet of the Son of God as being “like bronze glowing in a furnace.” The imagery speaks of something firm, refined and established—a way.

    Isaiah 40:4 declares:

    “The rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain.”

    The Word is therefore not merely something to believe.

    The Word is a way to walk.

    And this way has an economic and financial dimension.

    THE MONEY IS THE WORD

    Song of Solomon 5:11 gives us another dimension of the Body of the Word:

    “His head is purest gold.”

    Gold is a language of value, wealth and monetary significance. Yet Scripture uses gold to describe the Person of the Beloved—the Word.

    This is the foundation of The Money’s Mind:

    The Money is a Person.
    The Money is the Word.
    The Money has a Mind.

    The economic question therefore becomes larger than how to acquire money.

    What is the economic way of the Word?

    How does the Word navigate an economy?

    How does the Word respond to economic difficulty?

    How does the Word create a way where there appears to be no way?

    THE WAY THROUGH THE WILDERNESS

    Isaiah 43:19 records the declaration:

    “I am making a way in the desert.”

    A desert represents an environment in which productivity appears constrained—a place where resources seem scarce, opportunities seem limited and progress becomes difficult.

    There can be financial deserts.

    There can be economic deserts.

    There can be national economic wildernesses.

    But the revelation is that a desert does not have to be the final destination.

    God says, “I am making a way in the desert.”

    A way in the desert becomes a way out of the desert.

    This is where the economic way of the Lord becomes significant.

    The Body of the Word, as the aggressive hunger of the Father, is presented as the pathway through economic environments—even environments marked by difficulty, uncertainty and apparent impossibility.

    The answer is not simply to escape the economy.

    It is to discover the way of God within it.

    THE WAY IS ALSO A VOICE

    Isaiah 30:21 provides another dimension:

    “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’”

    The economic way of the Lord is therefore not merely a path.

    It is a voice.

    This is crucial because economic environments require judgment.

    There are multiple opportunities.

    Multiple markets.

    Multiple investments.

    Multiple business models.

    Multiple directions.

    The challenge is not always finding an opportunity.

    Sometimes the challenge is knowing which way to walk.

    The Word becomes a lamp.

    Psalm 119:105 says:

    “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”

    The economic implication is profound:

    You need economic sight before you need economic movement.

    And the quality of your movement depends upon what you are capable of hearing.

    WHAT YOU CRAVE, YOU LEARN TO HEAR

    There is a principle embedded in this revelation: craving affects hearing.

    What you continually desire begins to shape what you recognise.

    If your deepest hunger is merely for money, you may become increasingly sensitive to opportunities for money while remaining insensitive to the wisdom required to carry it.

    But if your hunger is for the Body of the Word, your capacity to recognise the voice of the Word begins to develop.

    This changes the meaning of financial intelligence.

    Financial intelligence is not merely knowing how money works.

    It is knowing which way to walk with money.

    It is knowing what to build.

    What to avoid.

    What to pursue.

    What to preserve.

    What to multiply.

    What to abandon.

    And, ultimately, what voice to follow.

    THE ECONOMIC WAY OF THE LORD

    The Body of the Word is described as burnished bronze.

    The Body of the Word is described through blazing fire.

    The Body of the Word is described in economic language through gold, riches, honor and enduring wealth.

    When these revelations are brought together, a larger proposition emerges:

    The Body of the Word, as the aggressive hunger of the Father, is the economic and financial way of the Lord.

    This way is relevant to the individual, the enterprise and the nation.

    It speaks to economic environments.

    It speaks to financial decisions.

    It speaks to productivity.

    It speaks to wealth creation.

    It speaks to the movement of the Father within the economies of nations.

    And it speaks particularly to those seasons when the economy looks like a desert.

    The desert may be real.

    The difficulty may be real.

    The financial pressure may be real.

    But the absence of an obvious path does not mean there is no path.

    The Word is the Way.

    THE MONEY’S MIND

    This is why The Money’s Mind is not simply about making money.

    It is about discovering the Mind behind the Money.

    The Money is the Word.

    The Word has a Mind.

    And the Mind of the Word reveals a way of seeing, thinking, creating, stewarding and navigating economic life.

    So when you encounter an economic wilderness, the first question should not simply be:

    “How do I get out?”

    Ask:

    “What is the way of the Lord here?”

    And then:

    “What is the voice saying: This is the way; walk in it?”

    Because a way is being made.

    Even in the desert.

    The Body of the Word is the economic and financial way of the Lord.

    The Money is the Word.

    The Money has a Mind.

    And the Mind of the Word knows the way.

    Omodolapo Ogunye

    THE MONEY’S MIND

    The Body of the Word as Finance & Economics

    The Kitchen
    shows.acast.com/the-kitchen
    THE MONEY’S MIND The Economic Way of the Lord By Omodolapo Ogunye What if the way out of an economic wilderness is not first a financial instrument, but a Person? We often approach economic difficulty through the language of money: capital, debt, investment, employment, markets, policy and opportunity. But the revelation of the Body of the Word gives us another starting point. The Body of the Word is the way of the Lord. Revelation 1 describes the feet of the Son of God as being “like bronze glowing in a furnace.” The imagery speaks of something firm, refined and established—a way. Isaiah 40:4 declares: “The rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain.” The Word is therefore not merely something to believe. The Word is a way to walk. And this way has an economic and financial dimension. THE MONEY IS THE WORD Song of Solomon 5:11 gives us another dimension of the Body of the Word: “His head is purest gold.” Gold is a language of value, wealth and monetary significance. Yet Scripture uses gold to describe the Person of the Beloved—the Word. This is the foundation of The Money’s Mind: The Money is a Person. The Money is the Word. The Money has a Mind. The economic question therefore becomes larger than how to acquire money. What is the economic way of the Word? How does the Word navigate an economy? How does the Word respond to economic difficulty? How does the Word create a way where there appears to be no way? THE WAY THROUGH THE WILDERNESS Isaiah 43:19 records the declaration: “I am making a way in the desert.” A desert represents an environment in which productivity appears constrained—a place where resources seem scarce, opportunities seem limited and progress becomes difficult. There can be financial deserts. There can be economic deserts. There can be national economic wildernesses. But the revelation is that a desert does not have to be the final destination. God says, “I am making a way in the desert.” A way in the desert becomes a way out of the desert. This is where the economic way of the Lord becomes significant. The Body of the Word, as the aggressive hunger of the Father, is presented as the pathway through economic environments—even environments marked by difficulty, uncertainty and apparent impossibility. The answer is not simply to escape the economy. It is to discover the way of God within it. THE WAY IS ALSO A VOICE Isaiah 30:21 provides another dimension: “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” The economic way of the Lord is therefore not merely a path. It is a voice. This is crucial because economic environments require judgment. There are multiple opportunities. Multiple markets. Multiple investments. Multiple business models. Multiple directions. The challenge is not always finding an opportunity. Sometimes the challenge is knowing which way to walk. The Word becomes a lamp. Psalm 119:105 says: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” The economic implication is profound: You need economic sight before you need economic movement. And the quality of your movement depends upon what you are capable of hearing. WHAT YOU CRAVE, YOU LEARN TO HEAR There is a principle embedded in this revelation: craving affects hearing. What you continually desire begins to shape what you recognise. If your deepest hunger is merely for money, you may become increasingly sensitive to opportunities for money while remaining insensitive to the wisdom required to carry it. But if your hunger is for the Body of the Word, your capacity to recognise the voice of the Word begins to develop. This changes the meaning of financial intelligence. Financial intelligence is not merely knowing how money works. It is knowing which way to walk with money. It is knowing what to build. What to avoid. What to pursue. What to preserve. What to multiply. What to abandon. And, ultimately, what voice to follow. THE ECONOMIC WAY OF THE LORD The Body of the Word is described as burnished bronze. The Body of the Word is described through blazing fire. The Body of the Word is described in economic language through gold, riches, honor and enduring wealth. When these revelations are brought together, a larger proposition emerges: The Body of the Word, as the aggressive hunger of the Father, is the economic and financial way of the Lord. This way is relevant to the individual, the enterprise and the nation. It speaks to economic environments. It speaks to financial decisions. It speaks to productivity. It speaks to wealth creation. It speaks to the movement of the Father within the economies of nations. And it speaks particularly to those seasons when the economy looks like a desert. The desert may be real. The difficulty may be real. The financial pressure may be real. But the absence of an obvious path does not mean there is no path. The Word is the Way. THE MONEY’S MIND This is why The Money’s Mind is not simply about making money. It is about discovering the Mind behind the Money. The Money is the Word. The Word has a Mind. And the Mind of the Word reveals a way of seeing, thinking, creating, stewarding and navigating economic life. So when you encounter an economic wilderness, the first question should not simply be: “How do I get out?” Ask: “What is the way of the Lord here?” And then: “What is the voice saying: This is the way; walk in it?” Because a way is being made. Even in the desert. The Body of the Word is the economic and financial way of the Lord. The Money is the Word. The Money has a Mind. And the Mind of the Word knows the way. Omodolapo Ogunye THE MONEY’S MIND The Body of the Word as Finance & Economics The Kitchen shows.acast.com/the-kitchen
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  • August 18th, 2026
    Read; Zephaniah 3:17

    The LORD our God, mighty in our midst, not only saves but also rejoices over us with joy. He rests in His love and joys over us with singing. Imagine our Creator singing over His beloved children, much like a parent sings a lullaby. This imagery shows a God who tenderly rocks us, calming our spirits with His presence. His immense love is a comforting embrace, assuring us of His constant care and affection, like a mother's gentle comfort.

    Prayer

    God, when life's storms come raging at me, help me remember these words and seek safety, solace, and peace in Your protective care. As You reveal more of the grace of Your salvation, help me recognize Your song of love over my life. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
    August 18th, 2026 Read; Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD our God, mighty in our midst, not only saves but also rejoices over us with joy. He rests in His love and joys over us with singing. Imagine our Creator singing over His beloved children, much like a parent sings a lullaby. This imagery shows a God who tenderly rocks us, calming our spirits with His presence. His immense love is a comforting embrace, assuring us of His constant care and affection, like a mother's gentle comfort. Prayer God, when life's storms come raging at me, help me remember these words and seek safety, solace, and peace in Your protective care. As You reveal more of the grace of Your salvation, help me recognize Your song of love over my life. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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  • OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

    DATE: TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST 2026

    TOPIC: GOD’S COVENANT OF PROMOTION

    MEMORIZE:
    "But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil." Psalm 92:10 (KJV)

    BIBLE READING: PSALM 75:6-7
    6 For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south.

    7 But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.

    MESSAGE:
    The devil often uses the promise of promotion to lure people into making covenants with him. For example, I have heard of cases where those in authority would ask someone due for a promotion at work to enter into an evil covenant by joining a secret cult before the promotion is granted.

    Beloved, if you ever find yourself in such an ordeal, I urge you never to enter into such covenants.

    Today’s Bible reading tells us that promotion comes from God. When He says yes, nobody can say no. When God decides to promote you, it doesn’t matter what anybody may try because you will reach the position that He intends. He controls the heart of kings; therefore, if anyone in authority threatens you, saying, “You will not be promoted unless you join us,” take your stand as a child of God, and never give in. Just hold on to God, and in the end, you will emerge victorious.

    Sometime ago, one of my spiritual sons came to me and said, “Daddy, I am tired of being in one spot for so long; I want to move forward. I have an interview tomorrow, please pray for me.” I replied,

    “Let us pray,” and he said, “No! Just speak a word.”

    Then I told him that the interview would be successful. He went for the interview and came back beaming with joy. He said, “Daddy, I prepared hard for the interview, but they only asked me three questions: What is your name? Which post did you apply for? When do you want to start?” | congratulated him, and he said, “Daddy, please speak another word.” I obliged and responded,

    “Your promotion will be rapid.” The next day, He came back dancing for joy. He said, “When I resumed this morning, I was asked to go to the boardroom. The people who interviewed me the previous day were seated there, and they said, ‘Our Managing Director resigned yesterday. Are you ready to take on the post?’ I replied,

    “Congratulations, that’s a rapid promotion.” He told me to speak another word, and I said that God would complete the good work He had started in him. The next day, he came back to me almost speechless as his salary had been doubled! Then he said I should speak another word, and I jokingly responded, “Do you want to collect the company from the owners?”

    Beloved, I pray that my Father will surprise you with rapid promotions, in Jesus’ name.

    KEY POINT:
    Nothing and no one can limit a man whom God has decided to promote.

    BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR:
    JEREMIAH 47-48

    AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A. ADEBOYE

    HYMNAL 20 - I'M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY
    1. I'm pressing on the upward way, New heights I'm gaining
    everyday; Still praying as I onward bound "Lord, plant my feet on higher ground."

    CHORUS:
    Lord, lift me up and let me stand, By faith, on Heaven's table-land; Where love, and joy, and light abound, Lord, plant my feet on higher
    ground.

    2. My heart has no desire to stay where doubts arise, and fears dismay; though some may dwell where these abound, My constant aim is higher ground.

    CHORUS:

    3. Beyond the mist I fain would rise, to rest beneath unclouded skies, above earth's turmoil peace is found By those who dwell on higher ground.

    CHORUS:

    4. I long to scale the utmost height, Though rough the way, and hard the fight, My song, while climbing, shall resound Lord, lead me on to higher ground.

    CHORUS:

    5. Lord, lead me up the mountain side I dare not climb without my Guide; And, heaven gained, I'll gaze around, With grateful heart from higher ground.

    CHORUS:



    PRAYER POINTS ON TODAY'S OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL
    Tuesday 18th August 2026

    GOD'S COVENANT OF PROMOTION

    ‎PRAYER POINTS
    1.Father, I praise You for promotion comes from You, and this is an assurance that nothing and no one can stop my lifting from you.

    2.Father, thank You for Your covenant to make me the head and never the tail. Thank You for choosing me to prosper and and to be in good health.

    3.Father, please help me to stand in the assurance of Your covenant with me. Help me to trust You with all my heart and to wait on the fulfillment of Your promises for my life, in Jesus' name.

    4.Father, please help me never to compromise my faith in You. Help me to be faithful at the level I am now so I can attain the greater heights You have prepared for me, in Jesus' name.

    5.Father, please help me to take my stand as Your child, and never to give in to the deceits of the devil so I can emerge victorious everyday of my life, in Jesus' name.

    6.Father, please speak a word into my life and terminate every form of stagnation in every area of my endeavors, in Jesus' name.

    7.Father, please show me Your mercy and let Your covenant of promotion be activated on me, in Jesus' name.

    8.Father, please keep me in Your covenant and let me begin to enjoy rapid promotions, in Jesus' name.

    9.Father, please establish me and my household in Your covenant of promotion so we can have access to Your immeasurable blessings and benefits, in Jesus' name.

    10.Father, thank You for the life of Your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye.

    Help him to continue to enjoy Your covenant of promotion, in Jesus' name. Bless his children (biological and spiritual). Help him to continue to produce sons and daughters to Your glory, in Jesus name

    ‎11.Father, please bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, with wisdom and favour. Answer all his prayers beyond measure, and all those who have been broadcasting them, in Jesus' name.

    ‎12.Father, please let every challenge and temptations, hindrance and obstacles of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus name.

    ‎13.Your personal petitions.
    ‎(Philippians 4:6)

    ‎14.In Jesus name I pray.
    ‎(John 14:13-14; 15:16)

    ‎#Godblessournation

    ‎These prayers have no expiry dates! Please, pray them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus name.
    OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL DATE: TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST 2026 TOPIC: GOD’S COVENANT OF PROMOTION MEMORIZE: "But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil." Psalm 92:10 (KJV) BIBLE READING: PSALM 75:6-7 6 For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. 7 But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another. MESSAGE: The devil often uses the promise of promotion to lure people into making covenants with him. For example, I have heard of cases where those in authority would ask someone due for a promotion at work to enter into an evil covenant by joining a secret cult before the promotion is granted. Beloved, if you ever find yourself in such an ordeal, I urge you never to enter into such covenants. Today’s Bible reading tells us that promotion comes from God. When He says yes, nobody can say no. When God decides to promote you, it doesn’t matter what anybody may try because you will reach the position that He intends. He controls the heart of kings; therefore, if anyone in authority threatens you, saying, “You will not be promoted unless you join us,” take your stand as a child of God, and never give in. Just hold on to God, and in the end, you will emerge victorious. Sometime ago, one of my spiritual sons came to me and said, “Daddy, I am tired of being in one spot for so long; I want to move forward. I have an interview tomorrow, please pray for me.” I replied, “Let us pray,” and he said, “No! Just speak a word.” Then I told him that the interview would be successful. He went for the interview and came back beaming with joy. He said, “Daddy, I prepared hard for the interview, but they only asked me three questions: What is your name? Which post did you apply for? When do you want to start?” | congratulated him, and he said, “Daddy, please speak another word.” I obliged and responded, “Your promotion will be rapid.” The next day, He came back dancing for joy. He said, “When I resumed this morning, I was asked to go to the boardroom. The people who interviewed me the previous day were seated there, and they said, ‘Our Managing Director resigned yesterday. Are you ready to take on the post?’ I replied, “Congratulations, that’s a rapid promotion.” He told me to speak another word, and I said that God would complete the good work He had started in him. The next day, he came back to me almost speechless as his salary had been doubled! Then he said I should speak another word, and I jokingly responded, “Do you want to collect the company from the owners?” Beloved, I pray that my Father will surprise you with rapid promotions, in Jesus’ name. KEY POINT: Nothing and no one can limit a man whom God has decided to promote. BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: JEREMIAH 47-48 AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A. ADEBOYE HYMNAL 20 - I'M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY 1. I'm pressing on the upward way, New heights I'm gaining everyday; Still praying as I onward bound "Lord, plant my feet on higher ground." CHORUS: Lord, lift me up and let me stand, By faith, on Heaven's table-land; Where love, and joy, and light abound, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground. 2. My heart has no desire to stay where doubts arise, and fears dismay; though some may dwell where these abound, My constant aim is higher ground. CHORUS: 3. Beyond the mist I fain would rise, to rest beneath unclouded skies, above earth's turmoil peace is found By those who dwell on higher ground. CHORUS: 4. I long to scale the utmost height, Though rough the way, and hard the fight, My song, while climbing, shall resound Lord, lead me on to higher ground. CHORUS: 5. Lord, lead me up the mountain side I dare not climb without my Guide; And, heaven gained, I'll gaze around, With grateful heart from higher ground. CHORUS: PRAYER POINTS ON TODAY'S OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL Tuesday 18th August 2026 GOD'S COVENANT OF PROMOTION ‎ ‎PRAYER POINTS 1.Father, I praise You for promotion comes from You, and this is an assurance that nothing and no one can stop my lifting from you. 2.Father, thank You for Your covenant to make me the head and never the tail. Thank You for choosing me to prosper and and to be in good health. 3.Father, please help me to stand in the assurance of Your covenant with me. Help me to trust You with all my heart and to wait on the fulfillment of Your promises for my life, in Jesus' name. 4.Father, please help me never to compromise my faith in You. Help me to be faithful at the level I am now so I can attain the greater heights You have prepared for me, in Jesus' name. 5.Father, please help me to take my stand as Your child, and never to give in to the deceits of the devil so I can emerge victorious everyday of my life, in Jesus' name. 6.Father, please speak a word into my life and terminate every form of stagnation in every area of my endeavors, in Jesus' name. 7.Father, please show me Your mercy and let Your covenant of promotion be activated on me, in Jesus' name. 8.Father, please keep me in Your covenant and let me begin to enjoy rapid promotions, in Jesus' name. 9.Father, please establish me and my household in Your covenant of promotion so we can have access to Your immeasurable blessings and benefits, in Jesus' name. 10.Father, thank You for the life of Your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye. ‎ Help him to continue to enjoy Your covenant of promotion, in Jesus' name. Bless his children (biological and spiritual). Help him to continue to produce sons and daughters to Your glory, in Jesus name ‎ ‎11.Father, please bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, with wisdom and favour. Answer all his prayers beyond measure, and all those who have been broadcasting them, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎12.Father, please let every challenge and temptations, hindrance and obstacles of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus name. ‎ ‎13.Your personal petitions. ‎(Philippians 4:6) ‎ ‎14.In Jesus name I pray. ‎(John 14:13-14; 15:16) ‎ ‎#Godblessournation ‎These prayers have no expiry dates! Please, pray them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus name.
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  • Don Francisco’s “He’s Alive”
    A Story of Fear, Forgiveness, and Resurrection
    There is something almost haunting about the beginning of Don Francisco’s “He’s Alive.”
    It doesn’t begin with celebration. It begins in the dark. Peter is hiding.
    The doors are shut. The windows are fastened. Outside is the world that has just killed Jesus, and inside is a frightened group of men who don’t know what will happen next. Peter cannot sleep.
    Every sound must seem dangerous. Every shadow beyond the door could mean soldiers. But Peter is carrying something heavier than fear.
    He is carrying shame.
    Only days before, he had stood beside Jesus and promised that he would never leave Him. Yet when the pressure came, Peter denied knowing Him.
    Not once. Three times.
    And now Jesus is dead.
    Peter has to live with the knowledge that the last thing he did while Jesus was alive was fail Him.
    Then, before sunrise, Mary comes. She brings news that sounds impossible.
    The stone has been moved.
    The tomb is empty.
    Jesus’ body is gone.
    Peter and John run.
    They reach the tomb and find the evidence for themselves, the stone rolled away, the burial cloths lying there, but no Jesus. John begins to understand. Peter doesn’t.
    And that is one of the most beautiful things about Francisco’s song.
    Peter doesn’t instantly become a man of triumphant faith.
    He is confused.
    He has seen Jesus die.
    He knows what death looks like. An empty tomb is astonishing, but Peter’s heart is still trying to catch up with what his eyes have seen.
    So he returns. And there, alone with his thoughts, the resurrection becomes something far more frightening.
    Because if Jesus really is alive…
    Peter is going to have to face Him. And what would Jesus say?
    Would He remind Peter of the promises he had made?
    Would He ask why Peter had denied Him?
    Would He turn away?
    Would He condemn him?
    Peter has every reason to believe that he deserves it.
    And then, in the beautiful dramatic imagination of Francisco’s song, something happens that Peter could never have expected. Jesus appears.
    Alive. Not as a memory.
    Not as a ghost. Not as someone Peter wishes he could see.
    Jesus is standing there.
    And Peter looks at Him.
    The man Peter thought he had lost forever is alive.
    But there is something even more astonishing.
    Jesus isn’t there to punish him.
    He doesn’t come with anger.
    He doesn’t come with a list of Peter’s failures.
    He comes with love.
    Peter falls before Him, overwhelmed by the impossible reality of it all.
    The Savior he denied is standing before him.
    And instead of condemnation, Peter finds forgiveness.
    Instead of judgment, he finds mercy.
    Instead of the end of his story, he discovers that God has written another chapter.
    And suddenly Peter understands.
    The empty tomb wasn’t simply proof that Jesus had conquered death.
    It was proof that Peter’s failure wasn’t the end either.
    Jesus is alive.
    And because He is alive, Peter can be forgiven. Peter can get up. Peter can breathe again.
    Peter can live again.
    And that is what makes Don Francisco’s “He’s Alive” so much more than an Easter song. It is a song about what the resurrection feels like to someone who knows they have failed. It is about the moment when shame tells you that you are finished…
    and Jesus tells you that you are not.
    Francisco originally tried to tell the resurrection story through Thomas, but the song came together when he began telling it through Peter. Francisco has explained that Peter’s guilt and shame were something he personally understood.
    That choice changed everything. Because Peter wasn’t a perfect disciple.
    He was impulsive. He was courageous one moment and frightened the next.
    He promised more than he could deliver. He failed Jesus at the very moment he thought he would be strongest.
    And yet Jesus came back for him. That’s the heart of “He’s Alive.” Not simply that the tomb was empty. Not simply that death had been defeated.
    But that the same Jesus Peter believed he had betrayed beyond repair was standing before him with forgiveness.
    The song takes the greatest event in Christianity and tells it through the eyes of a broken man. And perhaps that’s why it has endured. Because somewhere inside Peter, many of us recognize ourselves.
    We know what it is to make promises we couldn’t keep.
    We know what it is to look backward and wish we could change something.
    We know what guilt feels like.
    We know what it is to wonder whether we have gone too far.
    And then comes the message of the resurrection:
    You are not finished.
    The stone was rolled away.
    The grave was empty.
    Jesus was alive.
    And Peter, the man who thought he had failed beyond forgiveness was given another chance. That is why the final declaration carries so much weight. He’s alive.
    Not merely alive in history.
    Not merely alive in doctrine.
    But alive in such a way that Peter’s story can continue.
    And perhaps that is the quiet miracle at the center of Don Francisco’s song…
    Jesus didn’t erase Peter’s past.
    He redeemed it.
    And the man who once stood outside a fire denying that he knew Jesus could now stand in the light knowing that Jesus still knew him.
    He was alive.
    Peter was forgiven.
    And the story wasn’t over.
    #ChristianMusic #CCM #DonFrancisco #HesAlive #JesusMovement #ChristianMusicHistory #GospelMusic #Resurrection #JesusChrist #ChristianSongwriting
    Don Francisco’s “He’s Alive” A Story of Fear, Forgiveness, and Resurrection There is something almost haunting about the beginning of Don Francisco’s “He’s Alive.” It doesn’t begin with celebration. It begins in the dark. Peter is hiding. The doors are shut. The windows are fastened. Outside is the world that has just killed Jesus, and inside is a frightened group of men who don’t know what will happen next. Peter cannot sleep. Every sound must seem dangerous. Every shadow beyond the door could mean soldiers. But Peter is carrying something heavier than fear. He is carrying shame. Only days before, he had stood beside Jesus and promised that he would never leave Him. Yet when the pressure came, Peter denied knowing Him. Not once. Three times. And now Jesus is dead. Peter has to live with the knowledge that the last thing he did while Jesus was alive was fail Him. Then, before sunrise, Mary comes. She brings news that sounds impossible. The stone has been moved. The tomb is empty. Jesus’ body is gone. Peter and John run. They reach the tomb and find the evidence for themselves, the stone rolled away, the burial cloths lying there, but no Jesus. John begins to understand. Peter doesn’t. And that is one of the most beautiful things about Francisco’s song. Peter doesn’t instantly become a man of triumphant faith. He is confused. He has seen Jesus die. He knows what death looks like. An empty tomb is astonishing, but Peter’s heart is still trying to catch up with what his eyes have seen. So he returns. And there, alone with his thoughts, the resurrection becomes something far more frightening. Because if Jesus really is alive… Peter is going to have to face Him. And what would Jesus say? Would He remind Peter of the promises he had made? Would He ask why Peter had denied Him? Would He turn away? Would He condemn him? Peter has every reason to believe that he deserves it. And then, in the beautiful dramatic imagination of Francisco’s song, something happens that Peter could never have expected. Jesus appears. Alive. Not as a memory. Not as a ghost. Not as someone Peter wishes he could see. Jesus is standing there. And Peter looks at Him. The man Peter thought he had lost forever is alive. But there is something even more astonishing. Jesus isn’t there to punish him. He doesn’t come with anger. He doesn’t come with a list of Peter’s failures. He comes with love. Peter falls before Him, overwhelmed by the impossible reality of it all. The Savior he denied is standing before him. And instead of condemnation, Peter finds forgiveness. Instead of judgment, he finds mercy. Instead of the end of his story, he discovers that God has written another chapter. And suddenly Peter understands. The empty tomb wasn’t simply proof that Jesus had conquered death. It was proof that Peter’s failure wasn’t the end either. Jesus is alive. And because He is alive, Peter can be forgiven. Peter can get up. Peter can breathe again. Peter can live again. And that is what makes Don Francisco’s “He’s Alive” so much more than an Easter song. It is a song about what the resurrection feels like to someone who knows they have failed. It is about the moment when shame tells you that you are finished… and Jesus tells you that you are not. Francisco originally tried to tell the resurrection story through Thomas, but the song came together when he began telling it through Peter. Francisco has explained that Peter’s guilt and shame were something he personally understood. That choice changed everything. Because Peter wasn’t a perfect disciple. He was impulsive. He was courageous one moment and frightened the next. He promised more than he could deliver. He failed Jesus at the very moment he thought he would be strongest. And yet Jesus came back for him. That’s the heart of “He’s Alive.” Not simply that the tomb was empty. Not simply that death had been defeated. But that the same Jesus Peter believed he had betrayed beyond repair was standing before him with forgiveness. The song takes the greatest event in Christianity and tells it through the eyes of a broken man. And perhaps that’s why it has endured. Because somewhere inside Peter, many of us recognize ourselves. We know what it is to make promises we couldn’t keep. We know what it is to look backward and wish we could change something. We know what guilt feels like. We know what it is to wonder whether we have gone too far. And then comes the message of the resurrection: You are not finished. The stone was rolled away. The grave was empty. Jesus was alive. And Peter, the man who thought he had failed beyond forgiveness was given another chance. That is why the final declaration carries so much weight. He’s alive. Not merely alive in history. Not merely alive in doctrine. But alive in such a way that Peter’s story can continue. And perhaps that is the quiet miracle at the center of Don Francisco’s song… Jesus didn’t erase Peter’s past. He redeemed it. And the man who once stood outside a fire denying that he knew Jesus could now stand in the light knowing that Jesus still knew him. He was alive. Peter was forgiven. And the story wasn’t over. #ChristianMusic #CCM #DonFrancisco #HesAlive #JesusMovement #ChristianMusicHistory #GospelMusic #Resurrection #JesusChrist #ChristianSongwriting
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  • God can lift you out of the pit, establish your steps, and put a new song in your heart.

    Share this with someone who needs hope for a new beginning.

    #Psalm4023 #NewSong #GodDelivers #HopeInGod #GodIsFaithful #Testimony #NewBeginning #FaithInChrist #ChristianLiving #Lordsbook
    🌅 God can lift you out of the pit, establish your steps, and put a new song in your heart. 📲 Share this with someone who needs hope for a new beginning. #Psalm4023 #NewSong #GodDelivers #HopeInGod #GodIsFaithful #Testimony #NewBeginning #FaithInChrist #ChristianLiving #Lordsbook
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  • NEW SONG DROPS AUGUST 24TH!

    I am SO EXCITED about this one!! This song carries a message I truly believe somebody needs to hear.

    JESUS IS COMING BACK SOON!
    The question is… ARE YOU READY?

    August 24th — mark your calendars!
    I cannot wait for you to hear this one!

    FOLLOW FoxxFusion Ministries so you don’t miss the release, and SHARE this with someone who needs the reminder!

    #JesusIsComing #AreYouReady #NewMusic #ChristianMusic #FoxxFusion
    🔥🎶 NEW SONG DROPS AUGUST 24TH! 🎶🔥 I am SO EXCITED about this one!! 🙌❤️ This song carries a message I truly believe somebody needs to hear. JESUS IS COMING BACK SOON! ✝️🔥 The question is… ARE YOU READY? August 24th — mark your calendars! 📅🎧 I cannot wait for you to hear this one! 💥 FOLLOW FoxxFusion Ministries so you don’t miss the release, and SHARE this with someone who needs the reminder! #JesusIsComing #AreYouReady #NewMusic #ChristianMusic #FoxxFusion
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  • COME TO JESUS — He Is Calling You Home

    Have you ever felt too broken, too guilty, or too far away from God?

    This new song from JGG Worship Music is a reminder that Jesus has not forgotten you. His arms are still open wide. His grace is greater than your past, and His love reaches you even in your darkest moments.

    “Come to Jesus” is a Christian worship song about forgiveness, healing, repentance, and coming home to Christ.

    If you have wandered, come home.
    If you are hurting, come to Jesus.
    If you feel unforgiven, remember His grace.

    “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28

    May this song encourage someone today to lay down their burdens, surrender to Jesus, and take His hand.

    Listen, worship, and share it with someone who needs this message.

    Jesus is reaching out… Just take His hand. You are forgiven. Come home.

    #ComeToJesus #JGGWorshipMusic #ChristianWorship #JesusChrist #ChristianMusic #WorshipSong #Forgiveness #Healing #Repentance #ComeHomeToJesus #GodsLove #ChristianEncouragement

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    ❤️ COME TO JESUS — He Is Calling You Home Have you ever felt too broken, too guilty, or too far away from God? This new song from JGG Worship Music is a reminder that Jesus has not forgotten you. His arms are still open wide. His grace is greater than your past, and His love reaches you even in your darkest moments. 🎵 “Come to Jesus” is a Christian worship song about forgiveness, healing, repentance, and coming home to Christ. ✝️ If you have wandered, come home. 🙏 If you are hurting, come to Jesus. ❤️ If you feel unforgiven, remember His grace. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 May this song encourage someone today to lay down their burdens, surrender to Jesus, and take His hand. 🎧 Listen, worship, and share it with someone who needs this message. Jesus is reaching out… Just take His hand. You are forgiven. Come home. #ComeToJesus #JGGWorshipMusic #ChristianWorship #JesusChrist #ChristianMusic #WorshipSong #Forgiveness #Healing #Repentance #ComeHomeToJesus #GodsLove #ChristianEncouragement https://youtu.be/Noj_m_tD3oU?si=r7mFJ4OHNfHQsY_S
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  • NEW MUSIC ALERT — “HE HAS TO FLEE”

    I’m so excited to announce my NEW song, “HE HAS TO FLEE,” releasing AUGUST 23RD!

    This song carries a message I want somebody to grab hold of:

    SUBMIT TO GOD.
    RESIST THE DEVIL.
    AND HE HAS TO FLEE.

    “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” — James 4:7

    You don’t have to surrender to every temptation, every lie, every attack, or every voice trying to pull you backward. Stand with GOD.

    HE HAS TO FLEE
    AUGUST 23RD
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    #HeHasToFlee #NewMusic #ChristianMusic #James47 #FoxxFusion
    🔥🎶 NEW MUSIC ALERT — “HE HAS TO FLEE” 🎶🔥 I’m so excited to announce my NEW song, “HE HAS TO FLEE,” releasing AUGUST 23RD! 🙌 This song carries a message I want somebody to grab hold of: SUBMIT TO GOD. RESIST THE DEVIL. AND HE HAS TO FLEE. 💥 📖 “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” — James 4:7 You don’t have to surrender to every temptation, every lie, every attack, or every voice trying to pull you backward. Stand with GOD. ❤️‍🔥 🎵 HE HAS TO FLEE 📅 AUGUST 23RD 🎤 FoxxFusion Who’s ready to hear this one?! 👇🔥 Comment “HE HAS TO FLEE!” ➡️ FOLLOW FoxxFusion so you don’t miss the release! #HeHasToFlee #NewMusic #ChristianMusic #James47 #FoxxFusion
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  • Psalm 66 How Awesome Are Your Deeds

    To the choirmaster.
    A Song. A Psalm.
    Shout for joy to God, all the earth;
    2 sing the glory of his name;
    give to him glorious praise!
    3 Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds!
    So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you.
    4 All the earth worships you
    and sings praises to you;
    they sing praises to your name.” Selah

    5 Come and see what God has done:
    he is awesome in his deeds toward the children of man.
    6 He turned the sea into dry land;
    they passed through the river on foot.
    There did we rejoice in him,
    7 who rules by his might forever,
    whose eyes keep watch on the nations—
    let not the rebellious exalt themselves. Selah

    8 Bless our God, O peoples;
    let the sound of his praise be heard,
    9 who has kept our soul among the living
    and has not let our feet slip.
    10 For you, O God, have tested us;
    you have tried us as silver is tried.
    11 You brought us into the net;
    you laid a crushing burden on our backs;
    12 you let men ride over our heads;
    we went through fire and through water;
    yet you have brought us out to a place of abundance.

    13 I will come into your house with burnt offerings;
    I will perform my vows to you,
    14 that which my lips uttered
    and my mouth promised when I was in trouble.
    15 I will offer to you burnt offerings of fattened animals,
    with the smoke of the sacrifice of rams;
    I will make an offering of bulls and goats. Selah

    16 Come and hear, all you who fear God,
    and I will tell what he has done for my soul.
    17 I cried to him with my mouth,
    and high praise was [under] [and he was exalted with] my tongue.
    18 If I had cherished iniquity in my heart,
    the Lord would not have listened.
    19 But truly God has listened;
    he has attended to the voice of my prayer.

    20 Blessed be God,
    because he has not rejected my prayer
    or removed his steadfast love from me!

    Psalm 66 How Awesome Are Your Deeds To the choirmaster. A Song. A Psalm. Shout for joy to God, all the earth; 2 sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! 3 Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you. 4 All the earth worships you and sings praises to you; they sing praises to your name.” Selah 5 Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds toward the children of man. 6 He turned the sea into dry land; they passed through the river on foot. There did we rejoice in him, 7 who rules by his might forever, whose eyes keep watch on the nations— let not the rebellious exalt themselves. Selah 8 Bless our God, O peoples; let the sound of his praise be heard, 9 who has kept our soul among the living and has not let our feet slip. 10 For you, O God, have tested us; you have tried us as silver is tried. 11 You brought us into the net; you laid a crushing burden on our backs; 12 you let men ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water; yet you have brought us out to a place of abundance. 13 I will come into your house with burnt offerings; I will perform my vows to you, 14 that which my lips uttered and my mouth promised when I was in trouble. 15 I will offer to you burnt offerings of fattened animals, with the smoke of the sacrifice of rams; I will make an offering of bulls and goats. Selah 16 Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what he has done for my soul. 17 I cried to him with my mouth, and high praise was [under] [and he was exalted with] my tongue. 18 If I had cherished iniquity in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. 19 But truly God has listened; he has attended to the voice of my prayer. 20 Blessed be God, because he has not rejected my prayer or removed his steadfast love from me!
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  • The Story Behind the Hymns.
    THE STORY BEHIND "ALL CREATURES OF OUR GOD AND KING"

    “All Creatures of Our God and King” traces its roots to one of the most beautiful expressions of praise in Christian history: the Canticle of the Sun, written by St. Francis of Assisi around 1224.

    St. Francis composed the canticle near the end of his life, during a period of physical suffering. Rather than allowing his circumstances to silence his faith, he looked at creation and saw it as a reflection of God’s glory. The sun, moon, wind, water, fire and earth became, in his poetic prayer, fellow worshippers joining humanity in praising their Creator.

    Centuries later, the English clergyman William Henry Draper brought this ancient prayer into the world of congregational hymn singing. Draper translated and adapted portions of St. Francis’ canticle into English, creating the hymn now known as “All Creatures of Our God and King.”

    Draper prepared the hymn for a children’s Whitsuntide celebration in Leeds, England. His version was subsequently published in the early 20th century and became widely used in churches, particularly in Britain and other English-speaking Christian communities.

    The familiar melody adds another layer of history. The tune, commonly known as “Lasst uns erfreuen,” originated in Germany and appeared in a Catholic hymnal in 1623. Centuries later, it was arranged and popularised in the English-speaking church, notably through the work of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams and the English Hymnal.

    The hymn’s message is simple yet profound: all creation belongs to God and is called to praise Him. Its repeated invitation to “O praise Him” turns the song into a celebration of worship that reaches beyond humanity to the entire created world.

    From a prayer written by a 13th-century saint to an English adaptation sung in churches centuries later, “All Creatures of Our God and King” has endured because of its timeless reminder that creation itself points toward the greatness, goodness and glory of its Creator.
    The Story Behind the Hymns. THE STORY BEHIND "ALL CREATURES OF OUR GOD AND KING" “All Creatures of Our God and King” traces its roots to one of the most beautiful expressions of praise in Christian history: the Canticle of the Sun, written by St. Francis of Assisi around 1224. St. Francis composed the canticle near the end of his life, during a period of physical suffering. Rather than allowing his circumstances to silence his faith, he looked at creation and saw it as a reflection of God’s glory. The sun, moon, wind, water, fire and earth became, in his poetic prayer, fellow worshippers joining humanity in praising their Creator. Centuries later, the English clergyman William Henry Draper brought this ancient prayer into the world of congregational hymn singing. Draper translated and adapted portions of St. Francis’ canticle into English, creating the hymn now known as “All Creatures of Our God and King.” Draper prepared the hymn for a children’s Whitsuntide celebration in Leeds, England. His version was subsequently published in the early 20th century and became widely used in churches, particularly in Britain and other English-speaking Christian communities. The familiar melody adds another layer of history. The tune, commonly known as “Lasst uns erfreuen,” originated in Germany and appeared in a Catholic hymnal in 1623. Centuries later, it was arranged and popularised in the English-speaking church, notably through the work of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams and the English Hymnal. The hymn’s message is simple yet profound: all creation belongs to God and is called to praise Him. Its repeated invitation to “O praise Him” turns the song into a celebration of worship that reaches beyond humanity to the entire created world. From a prayer written by a 13th-century saint to an English adaptation sung in churches centuries later, “All Creatures of Our God and King” has endured because of its timeless reminder that creation itself points toward the greatness, goodness and glory of its Creator.
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