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A MAN DILIGENT IN HIS BUSINESS Diligence Can Take You Before Kings ANCHOR SCRIPTURE Proverbs 22:29 (KJV) “Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.” 1. BE DILIGENT Diligence means working hard, consistently and responsibly. Don't just be gifted—be dependable. 2. PURSUE EXCELLENCE Colossians 3:23 (KJV) “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord...” Give your best even when nobody is watching. Excellence attracts attention. 3. BE CONSISTENT Success is built through small things done faithfully over time. Don't work hard only when people are watching. Consistency turns effort into achievement. 4. DEVELOP YOUR GIFT Proverbs 18:16 (KJV) “A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.” Your gift may open the door, but diligence helps you stay there. Keep learning. Keep improving. Keep growing. 5. DON'T DESPISE SMALL BEGINNINGS Start where you are. Use what you have. Do it well. Great opportunities often begin with small responsibilities. KEY LESSONS 1. Work hard. 2. Be consistent. 3. Pursue excellence. 4. Develop your skills. 5. Be reliable. 6. Stay humble. FINAL CHARGE Don't wait for a big opportunity before becoming serious. Diligence can take you where talent alone cannot. Work faithfully. Learn continuously. Serve excellently. Keep improving. SHORT PRAYER Father, give me the spirit of diligence. Help me to work faithfully, develop my gifts and pursue excellence in all I do. Let my diligence create opportunities to serve and glorify You. In Jesus' name, Amen. Prepared by Rev. Frank Fabian Aidoo +233544295158

Ezekiel 33:11 Say to them, ‘As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign Lord, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that they turn from their ways and live. Turn! Turn from your evil ways! Why will you die, people of Israel?’  For a lot of people, God is an uncaring, mean judge who takes no interest in the lives of people struggling to survive. But nothing is further from the truth. Today’s verse is a great example of just how much He cares for us. Our God does love us, even those people who are caught up in lives of sin and shame. And He wants what is best for us.  God doesn’t want anyone to die, good or bad. He wants them to cease doing the bad things in their lives and instead repent and turn to Him. He told us in this verse just how He feels about the death of those who are wicked. He takes no pleasure in their deaths at all because He doesn’t want any to perish, but instead, for all to come to know Him and be saved.  He made a vow to the Israelites, spoken through the prophet Ezekiel. He said “As surely as I live…” This was an undisputed fact for the Israelites. They knew God existed and for Him to make a vow, it was serious business. And God is always faithful, always following through with what He said He would do. In this case, He vowed that He took no pleasure in the punishing or death of the wicked and sin filled people. He wanted them to repent, to turn from their ways, and to live.  He even said, “Turn! Turn…” The emphasis on the word turn, spoken twice, showed the Israelites that He was giving them the opportunity to change their behavior and transform their lives. This clearly demonstrated that He is a merciful God, giving grace when it is not deserved. Even when we feel weighed down by our mistakes, He offers us another chance. He extends His hand and pulls us back up, setting our feet on the ground once more. He is truly a patient, waiting God who wants none to perish, but all to come to be redeemed and made righteous once again (2 Peter 3:8-9). Despite His grace and mercy and His long standing patience, we must also remember that He is a just God. He will judge people accordingly. If we are living in sin, He will bring judgement to us and it will not be pleasant.  Turn from your sin today. Accept His grace and mercy and let your life be transformed and let yourself be made righteous. Don’t wait. There is no telling when He will return, when He will judge, or how long it might be in the meantime. Repent of your sins and seek His forgiveness.  #TEENS4JESUS #devotion #dailydevotional #christianteens #DailyBibleVerse

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THEME: GETHSEMANE HOUR/ALONE WITH GOD TOPIC: O GOD, ARISE AND DELIVER ME FROM FINANCIAL DEVOURERS Bible Reading: Malachi 3:10-12, Joel 2:25-27, Psalm 35:1-10 Recommended Time of Prayer: Between 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm and Between 12:00 midnight to 3:00 am. Pray twice daily. 1. Father, let Dragnet Gospel Int'l Ministries be delivered from every devourer assigned against the resources, finances, members, and kingdom work of this commission, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Malachi 3:11) 2. O God, arise by Your mercy and preserve every member of Dragnet Gospel Int'l Ministries from powers assigned to consume the fruits of their labour, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 90:17) 3. Father, let every devourer assigned against my finances, business, career, ministry, farm, and legitimate investments be defeated by Your mighty power, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Malachi 3:11) 4. O God, arise by Your mercy and deliver me from every devourer eating up my harvest, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Joel 2:25) 5. Every power assigned to consume my income immediately after it comes into my hands, lose your hold over my finances, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Deuteronomy 28:8) 6. Every satanic force turning my profitable efforts into repeated losses, be frustrated by the power of God, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Job 5:12) 7. Father, rebuke every devourer attacking the fruits of my labour and let my harvest be preserved, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Malachi 3:11) 8. Every hidden channel through which my financial resources are being wasted or drained, be exposed and closed by the power of God, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Luke 8:17) 9. O Lord, protect my farm, business, career, ministry, investments, customers, contracts, and every legitimate source of income from destructive losses, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 121:7-8) 10. Every power assigned to make me labour without enjoying the reward of my labour, be defeated, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Isaiah 65:23) 11. Father, restore every harvest that has been consumed through losses, setbacks, missed opportunities, and unprofitable ventures, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Joel 2:25) 12. Every evil pattern of financial leakage operating in my life, break by the power of the Holy Ghost, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 144:13-14) 13. O Lord, arise and frustrate every plan designed to divert my legitimate income and resources into unproductive channels, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Isaiah 54:17) 14. Father, give me wisdom, discipline, and discernment to manage every resource You place in my hands and to recognize profitable opportunities, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Deuteronomy 8:18) 15. Every devouring power attacking the fruitfulness of my farm, business, career, and investments, be silenced by the authority of Jesus Christ, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 23:5) 16. I declare that my labour shall produce profitable results. I shall eat the fruit of my labour and enjoy the work of my hands, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 128:2) 17. O Lord, let every legitimate investment I make receive Your wisdom, protection, and favour. Let me not invest into loss or walk into financial traps, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Proverbs 3:5-6) 18. Father, let abundance replace scarcity, preservation replace wastage, and fruitful harvest replace repeated loss in my life, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 23:1) 19. O Lord, preserve and prosper every current supporter and partner of Dragnet Gospel Int'l Ministries. Let every devourer against their businesses, careers, families, and finances be rebuked, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Psalm 20:1-4) 20. Father, let Dragnet Gospel Int'l Ministries never lack the resources needed to preach the gospel, win souls, and advance Your kingdom. Rebuke every devourer assigned against the finances of this work, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Philippians 4:19; Malachi 3:11) 21. O God, arise by Your mercy and completely deliver me from every devourer assigned against my harvest. Let every power consuming my finances, business, career, ministry, farm, investments, opportunities, and legitimate income be defeated. I shall not labour in vain; I shall reap, enjoy, preserve, and multiply the fruits of my labour, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Joel 2:25; Psalm 128:2) TAKE NOTE OF YOUR DREAMS AND HIDE YOUR FEEDBACK For more information/counselling: Email: dragnetgospel[gmail].com WhatsApp: +2348062343560 SHALOM ✋

🕊️ DOMINION DAILY DEVOTION ~ DAY 233 DATE: 21ST AUGUST 2026 TOPIC: RELY ON THE LORD ANCHOR SCRIPTURE2 Chronicles 13:18 (NKJV) “Thus the children of Israel were subdued at that time; and the children of Judah prevailed, because they relied on the LORD God of their fathers.” Devotional message: Scripture is filled with testimonies of men and women who placed their confidence entirely in God and experienced victory. Their strength was not in their human ability, resources, experience, or influence; their confidence was in the Lord. Our anchor Scripture gives us a powerful explanation for Judah's victory: “They prevailed because they relied on the LORD.” Their victory was connected to their dependence upon God. Consider Jehoshaphat. When three nations came against Judah and the situation appeared impossible, he did not place his confidence in military strength. He sought the Lord. As Judah worshipped, God intervened and caused their enemies to fight against one another. What Judah could not accomplish through human strength, God accomplished through His divine intervention. We also see this principle in the battle against Amalek. Moses stood on the mountain with the rod of God, while Joshua fought below. As Moses lifted his hands, Israel prevailed; when his hands became heavy and came down, Amalek prevailed. Aaron and Hur therefore supported his hands until victory was secured. There are battles where our greatest strength is not what we can do, but our posture of dependence upon God. David lived by this principle. Before many battles, he inquired of the Lord. Even when he encountered Goliath, his confidence was not in his previous victories, weapons, or military experience. David understood that the size of the enemy could never be greater than the power of the God he trusted. Child of God, where is your confidence today?Perhaps you are facing an examination, a business challenge, difficulties in your marriage, a ministry assignment, financial pressure, opposition, or a situation that appears beyond your ability. Do not make yourself your ultimate source.Your education is valuable, but it is not your ultimate source.Your experience is valuable, but it is not your ultimate source.Your connections are valuable, but they are not your ultimate source.Your resources are valuable, but they are not your ultimate source. The Lord is your source.This does not mean that we abandon preparation, wisdom, diligence, planning, or responsible action. Rather, it means that we do all these things while depending upon God instead of depending upon ourselves. Our confidence is ultimately in Christ, who has already overcome the world.Therefore, when you rely upon the Lord, you do not enter your battles as someone fighting for victory—you enter knowing that Christ has already overcome. Make the Lord your King. Make Him your confidence. Seek Him before you move. Depend upon Him while you work. Give Him the glory when victory comes. And when you rely upon Him, you can face tomorrow with confidence, knowing that the God who was faithful to your fathers is still faithful today. PRAYER Heavenly Father,I choose today to rely upon You. Be my King, my Lord, and my source. May every victory I experience bring glory to Your name.In Jesus' name, Amen. 🙏 DAILY BIBLE READING 2 Chr 13:1–18;20:1–23,Ex 17:8–13,1 Sam 17:32–47,John 15:1–5,1 John 4:4 Author : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi Contact : Email : Dominionvoicesminisrty[gmail].com Facebook : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi 🌐 Dominion Daily Devotion, 2026 © Dominion Voices Ministry

*TODAY'S PROPHETIC DECLARATION - FRIDAY, 21ST AUGUST, 2026.* 🌟*PEACE, BE STILL!* 🌊🕊️ 📖 Scripture: “And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” — Mark 4:39 (KJV). 🔥*Reflection – Jesus Is Lord Over Every Storm* The disciples were in a boat when a great storm arose. Although Jesus was with them, they became afraid and wondered if they would survive. Jesus arose, rebuked the wind, and commanded the sea: “Peace, be still.” The storm obeyed Him. This reminds us that the presence of a storm does not mean the absence of God. Sometimes we may find ourselves in situations that seem beyond our control, but Jesus remains with us in the boat. There may be storms in our family, ministry, work, business, studies, finances, relationships, or future. Yet the same Christ who calmed the sea is still Lord over every circumstance. The greatest miracle is not only that Jesus can change the storm around us; He can also give us peace within us while we wait for the storm to pass. Today, refuse to allow fear to have the final word. Speak faith over your situation and trust the One who has authority over every storm. 🔊*Prophetic Declaration:* Today, I declare that Jesus Christ is Lord over every storm in my life. No situation is greater than His authority, and no problem is beyond His ability to handle. I declare “Peace, be still!” over every storm troubling my heart, family, ministry, work, business, studies, relationships, and destiny. Every storm of fear, anxiety, confusion, disappointment, delay, opposition, and uncertainty shall come under the authority of Jesus Christ. I declare that every troubling wind blowing against my peace shall cease according to God's perfect will. Every raging situation shall receive divine intervention, and every troubled circumstance shall give way to God's peace. Today, I receive supernatural peace in my heart. I will not be controlled by fear because Jesus is with me. I will not be overwhelmed by what I see because I know that God is greater than my circumstances. I declare that the Lord shall calm every situation that is beyond my human ability to control. Where I cannot change circumstances, He shall give me grace to trust Him and wisdom to respond correctly. I proclaim peace over my family and household. May every conflict, misunderstanding, tension, and anxiety give way to reconciliation, understanding, love, and divine peace. I proclaim peace over my ministry, work, business, and studies. May confusion become clarity, difficulty become opportunity, and pressure become a testimony of God's faithfulness. I declare that I shall not abandon my faith because of temporary storms. I will continue to pray, believe, work, and trust God until the calm comes. Today, I receive courage to remain in the boat with Jesus. I will not jump into dangerous waters because of fear. I will remain steadfast and trust the One who is with me. I declare that after every storm, there shall be a testimony. What was designed to frighten me shall become an opportunity for me to experience God's power more deeply. Jesus is in my boat. Jesus is greater than my storm. Jesus has authority over my circumstances. Jesus is my peace. Therefore, I will not fear. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen! 🙏🔥🕊️ ✅*Action Steps for today:* 1️⃣ Begin with worship: Thank Jesus because He is Lord over every situation you may face today. 2️⃣ Read Mark 4:35–41: Meditate on how Jesus responded to the storm and the fear of His disciples. 3️⃣ Declare: “Jesus is with me in the boat. Therefore, I will not fear. Peace, be still!” 4️⃣ Identify your storm: Write down one situation that is troubling you and surrender it completely to Jesus in prayer. 5️⃣ Choose faith over fear: Whenever anxiety rises today, deliberately replace fearful thoughts with God's promises. 6️⃣ Speak peace: Be careful not to add fuel to conflict through angry or negative words. Let your words promote peace. 7️⃣ End the day with thanksgiving: Thank God for His presence with you, whether the storm has already ceased or you are still waiting for the calm. 🔥*Prayer:* Lord Jesus, Thank You because You are with me in every storm of life. Thank You because no situation is greater than Your authority. Today, I bring every storm in my life before You. Speak Your word of peace over my heart, my family, ministry, work, business, studies, relationships, and future. Where there is confusion, speak peace. Where there is fear, speak peace. Where there is conflict, speak peace. Where there is uncertainty, speak peace. Where there is discouragement, speak peace. Lord, calm every storm that is according to Your will to be calmed, and give me strength to remain faithful through every storm You permit me to face. Deliver me from anxiety and fear. Teach me to trust You even when I cannot understand what is happening around me. Help me remember that Your silence does not mean Your absence. You are with me, and You remain Lord over the storm. Give me faith like the disciples needed and help me grow into deeper confidence in Your power. Jesus, speak into every storm of my life today: “Peace, be still!” Let Your peace fill my heart and let my life become a testimony of Your faithfulness. In Jesus' mighty name. Amen. 🙏🕊️ 🌿*Blessing for today:* May the Lord Jesus arise on your behalf and speak peace into every storm surrounding your life. May every troubling situation receive divine intervention. May peace reign in your heart, your family, your ministry, your work, your business, your studies, and your relationships. May God give you grace to remain calm when circumstances are difficult, wisdom to know what to do, and faith to trust Him when you cannot see the way forward. May every storm become a testimony, every battle produce greater faith, and every difficult season reveal the mighty power of God. 🌊 Jesus is greater than your storm. 🕊️ His peace shall guard your heart. 🔥 His authority shall prevail. 🙌 Your testimony shall emerge. 🌟 “PEACE, BE STILL.” — MARK 4:39 May the peace of Christ rule in your heart and household today. Good morning beloved and do have a blessed, peaceful, and victorious day🙏 Shalom! *Remember: Your confession is your possession.* *©️ Postulant C. O. 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TODAY'S KINGDOM INSIGHTS: SERMON TOPIC: YOUNG PEOPLE, DON'T WASTE YOUR YOUTH. Theme: Your Youth Is a Gift, Not a Season to Throw Away. «“Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth…” — Ecclesiastes 12:1 (KJV)» 🔥DON'T WASTE WHAT YOU CANNOT REPLACE Young person, you can recover lost money. You can replace a broken phone. You can rebuild a failed business. But you cannot recover yesterday. Youth is one of the greatest gifts God gives a person—and one of the easiest gifts to waste. You have energy today. You have time today. You have opportunities today. You have the ability to learn, build, serve, dream, pray, create and make a difference. But the enemy wants you to believe: «“You are still young. There is plenty of time. Enjoy yourself now. You will become serious with God later.”» That is a dangerous lie. The devil does not always destroy young people through terrible sins. Sometimes he destroys them through distraction. He keeps them busy but unproductive. Connected to everyone but disconnected from God. Entertained but empty. Informed but not transformed. Chasing popularity while losing purpose. Young people, don't waste your youth! Your youth is not merely for having fun. It is preparation for purpose. 1. REMEMBER YOUR CREATOR BEFORE YOU WASTE YOURYEARS Ecclesiastes 12:1 «“Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth…”» Solomon did not say, “Remember your Creator when you become old.” He said “now.” God deserves your youthful years—not merely the leftovers of your life. Many people say: «“When I get older, I will serve God.”» But what if God wants to use you now? David was young when he confronted Goliath. Samuel was young when God called him. Josiah was young when he became king and began reforming Israel. Timothy was young when Paul recognized his spiritual potential. Your age does not disqualify you from God's purpose. Deep Insight Youth is not an excuse for spiritual laziness. The earlier you surrender your life to God, the more years you can spend fulfilling His purpose. Don't give God your retirement. Give Him your strength. Don't give God your leftovers. Give Him your first fruits. 2. DON'T ALLOW PLEASURE TO STEAL YOUR PURPOSE 1 John 2:15–17 «“Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world…”» There is nothing wrong with enjoying life. But there is a difference between enjoying God's blessings and becoming enslaved to worldly pleasures. Social media can become a distraction. Entertainment can become an addiction. Relationships can become an idol. Money can become a master. Sexual temptation can destroy destiny. And the desire to be accepted can cause a young person to compromise convictions. Ask yourself: What is consuming most of my time? Because what controls your time will eventually influence your life. You cannot spend five hours every day feeding your flesh and expect your spirit to remain strong. You cannot constantly consume content that weakens your values and expect your character to remain strong. Be careful what you repeatedly watch, listen to, follow, admire and imitate. 3. USE YOUR YOUTH TO BUILD, NOT JUST TO CONSUME 1 Timothy 4:12 «“Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers…”» Paul did not tell Timothy: «“Because you are young, wait until you become older.”» He said: «“Be an example.”» Young people should not only be consumers. Build something. Learn a skill. Study the Word. Develop your character. Serve in church. Help people. Create something useful. Learn technology. Develop your gifts. Start preparing for your future. Don't spend your entire youth watching other people build their dreams. Remember this: Entertainment gives you moments. Development gives you capacity. Your future will demand skills you must begin developing today. Your character must grow alongside your career. Your spiritual life must grow alongside your education. Your wisdom must grow alongside your influence. 4. CHOOSE YOUR FRIENDS CAREFULLY Proverbs 13:20 «“He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.”» Not everybody who laughs with you is helping you. Not everybody who calls you “brother” or “sister” is taking you toward your destiny. Some relationships are assignments from God. Others are distractions from your purpose. Look at the people closest to you. Do they encourage you to become better—or pressure you to become worse? Do they respect your faith? Do they challenge you to grow? Can you say “no” around them without losing the friendship? Can you discuss your dreams with them? Can they correct you? Your environment matters. If you constantly surround yourself with people who celebrate foolishness, eventually foolishness will become normal to you. Choose friends who can pray with you, grow with you, correct you and walk with you toward God's purpose. 5. DON'T WAIT FOR TOMORROW TO OBEY GOD Ephesians 5:15–16 «“See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.”» Notice the phrase: “Redeeming the time.” Time is a currency you cannot save forever. Every day you receive 24 hours. You can waste them. You can invest them. But you cannot reverse them. There are young people who are praying for opportunities while wasting the opportunities already in their hands. Some are waiting for a miracle while refusing to develop discipline. Some are asking God for greatness while neglecting the small responsibilities He has already given them. Faith does not cancel responsibility. Pray—but prepare. Believe—but build. Trust God—but discipline yourself. Ask for opportunities—but develop the capacity to handle them. 📖 BIBLICAL CASE STUDY: JOSEPH — A YOUNG MAN WHO DID NOT WASTE HIS SEASON Joseph was young when his life suddenly changed. He was betrayed by his brothers. He was sold into slavery. He was falsely accused. He was imprisoned. Yet Joseph did not allow his circumstances to determine his character. Genesis 39:9 When tempted by Potiphar's wife, Joseph said: «“How then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?”» Joseph understood something powerful: His future was more valuable than his temporary pleasure. He could have said: «“Nobody will know.”» But Joseph knew that God was watching. He could have compromised. He could have become bitter. He could have wasted his youth in anger. Instead, he remained faithful. And eventually, God lifted him from the prison to the palace. The lesson: Don't destroy tomorrow because of today's temptation. That relationship may be temporary. That pleasure may be temporary. That opportunity may be temporary. But the consequences of some decisions can follow you for years. Young person, protect your future. 🔥 DEEP SPIRITUAL INSIGHTS 1. Your youth is a seed season. What you plant now will influence what you harvest later. Plant prayer. Plant discipline. Plant knowledge. Plant integrity. Plant service. Plant righteousness. 2. Your habits are building your future before you see it. You may not see the harvest today, but your daily decisions are constructing tomorrow. 3. God is more interested in your character than your popularity. You may impress thousands of people online and still disappoint God privately. Character is who you are when nobody is watching. 4. Not every open door is a God-given opportunity. Some doors are traps disguised as opportunities. Learn to ask: «“Lord, is this good for me—or merely attractive to me?”» 5. Your greatest battle may not be against people; it may be against distraction. A distracted generation can have enormous potential and accomplish very little. Protect your attention. What captures your attention repeatedly can eventually shape your direction. ✅ PRACTICAL ACTION STEPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Starting today: 1. Give God the first part of your day. Pray. Read Scripture. Listen for God's direction. 2. Set goals for your life. Spiritual goals, educational goals, financial goals, relational goals and career goals. 3. Learn valuable skills. Don't depend only on certificates. Develop practical competence. 4. Control your phone; don't let your phone control you. 5. Choose your friends intentionally. 6. Avoid sexual and moral compromises. 7. Find a mature Christian mentor. 8. Serve somewhere. Don't just attend church—be useful in God's house. 9. Stop comparing your journey with other people's journeys. 10. Start now. Don't wait until everything is perfect. 🤔 QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION Take a moment and answer these honestly: - If I continue living exactly as I am today, where will I be five years from now? - What am I doing with my time? - What habit is secretly destroying my potential? - Who are the people influencing my decisions? - Am I becoming closer to God or farther from Him? - What gift has God placed inside me? - What am I doing to develop that gift? - What temptation am I repeatedly entertaining? - What should I stop doing? - What should I start doing? - If Jesus returned today, would I be satisfied with how I used my youth? 🙏 POWERFUL PRAYER POINTS 1. Prayer for Purpose Father, open my eyes to understand Your purpose for my life. Help me not to wander through life without direction. 2. Prayer for Wisdom Lord, give me wisdom to make decisions that will preserve my future and honor You. 3. Prayer Against Distraction Every distraction assigned to waste my time, weaken my faith and derail my destiny, I reject it in Jesus' name. 4. Prayer for Discipline Holy Spirit, give me the discipline to do what is right even when nobody is watching. 5. Prayer for Purity Lord, keep my heart, mind and body pure. Give me strength to overcome every temptation that seeks to destroy my future. 6. Prayer for Good Relationships Father, connect me with people who will strengthen my faith, sharpen my character and help me fulfill my purpose. 7. Prayer for Courage Lord, give me courage to stand for truth even when my generation is going in the opposite direction. 8. Prayer for Impact Father, let my life become a blessing to my generation. May I not pass through this world without making a positive difference. 🔥 STRONG CLOSING: DON'T WASTE YOUR YOUTH Young person, you are not too young for God to use you. You are not too young to pray. You are not too young to preach. You are not too young to serve. You are not too young to lead. You are not too young to build. You are not too young to make a difference. David had a sling. Joseph had a dream. Samuel had a listening ear. Timothy had youthful strength. And God used them. What is in your hands? What gift is inside you? What dream has God placed in your heart? What are you doing with the years God has given you? Don't wait until you are old before you become serious with God. Don't spend your best years chasing things that cannot satisfy your soul. Don't exchange your destiny for temporary pleasure. Don't allow social media to consume the years that should be building your future. Don't let fear paralyze you. Don't let failure define you. Don't let your past imprison you. Rise. Pray. Learn. Build. Serve. Grow. Your youth is not a waiting room. Your youth is a training ground for destiny. And when you stand before God one day, may you be able to say: «“Lord, I did not waste what You gave me.”» FINAL CHARGE Young people, don't waste your youth. Give God your strength. Give God your gifts. Give God your dreams. Give God your time. Give God your future. And watch what He can do with a life that is completely surrendered to Him. Your youth is passing. Your purpose is waiting. Start today. If you have not given your life to Jesus kindly do you by joining a Bible believing Church. You can get inspirational ebooks from my selar/amazon shops below https://selar.com/m/umoh-edem1 https://selar.com/m/umoedem https://www.amazon.com/author/umohedembooks https://afrikdp.com/book/d3f4fa1c7e CONTACT - Whatsapp +2349024173027, +2449055447540 Email pastor.umoedem@gmail.com