*⚠️ DON'T LISTEN TO Bishop Mike Okonkwo, Abel Damina AND THEIR COHORTS PREACHING "ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED".* Pray for them. This OSAS (Once Saved Always Saved) message is destroying young believers in Nigeria and Africa 🌍 It is giving them the boldness to continue in fornication, yahoo‑yahoo, fraud, pornography, drunkenness, and every other sin, because they have been told that “no sin can take you to hell once you accept Christ.” When you talk to them, they quote their pastor saying: “Only rejecting Christ sends you to hell. Not sin.” So to them, accepting Christ has become a license to explore every evil pleasure of the world and still expect heaven. And we wonder why a country with thousands of churches still drowns in corruption, immorality, and wickedness. If this pattern continues and if watchmen, genuine believers, and true pastors do not keep sounding the alarm, the younger generation will drift fully into perversion. And when that happens, immorality and scandals will tear the church apart, and church attendance will collapse the same way it has collapsed in many Western nations. I refuse to keep quiet while this doctrine destroys the Nigerian church. *Apostle Paul warned us in the Book of Galatians:* 📖Galatians 1:6, I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 1:7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. 1:8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. 1:9 As we said before, so say I now again, If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. *⚠️ THESE ARE NEW TESTAMENT PROOFS THAT OSAS ( Once saved always saved) IS NOT BIBLICAL:👇* *👉1) Disciples who left Jesus* 📖John 6:66 “Many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.” They were disciples, not unbelievers. They followed Jesus. They left Jesus. They ended lost. Then Jesus turned to the Twelve: John 6:67 “Will ye also go away?” Jesus asked because leaving is possible. *And Jesus said to those who already believed in him:* 📖John 8:30 As he spake these words, many believed on him. 8:31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. *👉2) Judas — chosen, empowered,* commissioned… and lost 📖John 17:12 “The son of perdition.” You cannot become “lost” unless you were once “in.” *👉3) Demas — a minister who backslid* 📖2 Timothy 4:10 “Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world.” A believer. A minister. He forsook Christ. *👉4) Hymenaeus & Alexander — shipwrecked in the faith* 📖1 Timothy 1:19–20 “Some having put away faith have made shipwreck.” You cannot shipwreck a faith you never had. *👉5) Ananias & Sapphira — believers judged for sin* 📖Acts 5:11 “Great fear came upon all the church.” The church feared because believers fell physically and spiritually. *👉6) Galatian believers — fallen from grace* 📖Galatians 5:4 “Ye are fallen from grace.” You cannot fall from a place you never stood. *👉7) Corinthian believers — warned they could miss heaven* 📖1 Corinthians 6:9–10 “Be not deceived… the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God.” Paul warned believers that sin can shut them out. *👉8 ) Hebrews — believers who fell away after deep spiritual experiences* 📖Hebrews 6:4–6 “It is impossible… if they shall fall away, to renew them again unto repentance.” They were: • enlightened • tasted the heavenly gift • partakers of the Holy Ghost • tasted the good word • tasted the powers of the world to come And they fell away. *👉9) Hebrews again — willful sin after salvation brings judgment* 📖Hebrews 10:26–27 “If we sin willfully… there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins.” “We” = believers. Willful sin = judgment. *👉10) Foolish virgins — believers shut out* 📖Matthew 25:12 “I know you not.” All ten were virgins. All ten had lamps. All ten waited for Christ. Five were rejected. *👉11) Jesus said: looking back disqualifies you* 📖Luke 9:62 “No man… looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.” Start + look back = disqualified. *👉12) Jesus said: only those who endure to the end will be saved* Matthew 24:13 “He that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.” Not “he that started.” “He that endured.” *👉13) Jesus said : branches in Him can be cut off and burned* 📖John 15:6 “If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth… and they burn them.” A branch in Christ can be cut off. *👉14) Paul feared being disqualified.* 📖1 Corinthians 9:27 “Lest… I myself should be a castaway.” If Paul could be disqualified, OSAS is finished. *👉15) Some will depart from the faith* 📖1 Timothy 4:1 “Some shall depart from the faith.” You cannot depart from a faith you never had. *👉16) Believers who return to the world end worse* 📖2 Peter 2:20–22 “The latter end is worse with them than the beginning.” They escaped the world. They returned. Their end is destruction. *👉17) Saved people later destroyed* 📖Jude 1:5 “The Lord saved them… afterward destroyed them.” Saved first. Destroyed later. *✝️ IN CONCLUSION:* Everyone know that there's a clear and perfect difference between darkness and light. In the same way there is a distinct difference between true believers in Christ and unbelievers. Therefore, those that believe in Christ must live like him according to the scripture: 📖1 John 2:[3]If we obey God's commands, then we are sure that we know him. [4]Those who say that they know him, but do not obey his commands, are liars and there is no truth in them. [5]All those who obey his word are people whose love for God has really been made perfect. This is how we can be sure that we are in union with God: [6]those who say that they remain in union with God should live just as Jesus Christ did. The New Testament does not teach Once Saved Always Saved. It teaches Start Well, Continue Well, End Well. 👉 True believers in Christ usually manifest Christlike character in their behavior. They proof their faith in Jesus Christ in their Godly behavior, because faith without works is dead. 📖James 2:17 Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. 2:18 Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. 2:19 Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. 2:20 But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead? 2:23 And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God. 2:24 Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only. 2:26 For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also. 📖1 Peter 1:14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: 1:15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 1:16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy. ⚠️ Backwardness /backsliding and every other sin destroys kingdom destiny, and send people to hell fire 🔥. We will not keep quiet while OSAS ( False ministers) corrupts and destroy the Nigerian and African Church of Christ. 🙏 I pray that those of you that are saved will never be deceived to lose your salvation. I also pray that those that are not saved shall accept the true gospel and be saved in Jesus name. May God continue to protect and bless you abundantly, in JESUS name 👋 Have a blessed day ❤️

❤️LIBERATION FROM OCCULT OPPRESSION AND SUBJECTION. Part 1 of 2. Two significant questions stand as a hindrance in the minds of those who are unaware of the reality and extent of satanic influence and enslavement among Christians. Satan has used erroneous teachings and beliefs, based neither upon Scripture nor experience, to delude many concerning the following questions: 1. Can a Christian be oppressed by Satan, or possess evil spirits? 2. Can one who has never actively participated in any form of occultism be occultly subjected or oppressed? The answer to both questions is "yes," and this can be supported both from Scripture and experience. Question 1: Can a Christian be oppressed by Satan, or possess evil spirits? Believers can be oppressed, vexed, depressed, hindered, bound, and afflicted by Satan, or even suffer infestation by demonic spirits. Absolute demon possession is when the life and will of a person are completely under the dominion and control of Satan. This is different from the invasion of the mind or body by malevolent spirits, such as spirits of infirmity, fear, resentment, doubt, and depression. We refer to the latter condition when we speak of a Christian suffering "infestation" by evil spirits; demon possession, per se, is what we see in the account of the Gadarene demoniac in Mark 5. In any case, when malevolent spirits invade the mind or body of a Christian, they must be "cast out" before deliverance from the problems which they cause can be realized. For this reason, we say that such individuals are oppressed by Satan or infested with evil spirits to which they have yielded for one reason or another. One may sit in an "ivory tower" and debate the theological possibility of this fact at length, but just one or two encounters with the reality of the powers of darkness in the lives of Christians today can do much to correct one's theology on this matter. A certain pastor knows by experience that believers can be oppressed and suffer invasion of the mind and body by malicious spirits. Of those a certain pastor has dealt with and seen God deliver from all forms of demonic oppression and enslavement resulting from occult involvement, the vast majority were Christians! In fact, many of these were believers who had received the baptism in the Holy Spirit. By occult participation, one can open the door to oppression or invasion by the powers of darkness either before or after becoming a Christian. The fact that believers can be oppressed or suffer infestation by demonic spirits is seen in many examples from the Scriptures. . The oppressing misfortunes and physical affliction of Job are said to be the work of Satan (Job 1-2). . Even in the House of God there can be those possessed with unclean spirits as Mark 1:23-26 clearly teaches: "And there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit," whom Jesus set free. There is no reason to doubt that he was a believer who had gone there to worship. . The woman bowed together by Satan and delivered of a "spirit of infirmity" by Jesus was also in the synagogue. She was a believer ("a daughter of Abraham") and was said to have been bound by Satan with a spirit of infirmity, which was cast out of her (Luke 13:11-16). . It is implied in II Timothy 2:23-26 that believers need to recover themselves from "the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will." . A believer in the church at Corinth was doubtless possessed with a spirit of lust, and later suffered oppression at the hands of Satan, for the Apostle admonished the church to deliver this member "unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus" (I Corinthians 5:1-5). . Jesus "rebuked" the fever in Peter's mother-in-law and she was healed (Luke 4:38-39). Quite obviously, one does not rebuke a mere rise in temperature, but He addressed Himself to a personality, a spirit causing the fever. . Jesus uses this same term to rebuke Satan in Mark 8:33, and demons in Mark 9:25. Since the Scriptures teach that all sickness is the "oppression" of Satan (Acts 10:38), then any Christian who becomes sick or diseased is suffering satanic oppression. If the oppressed are to be set free, we must rid ourselves of the naive and unscriptural notion that believers cannot be oppressed by Satan, or possess evil spirits in some instances. We must give up the opinion that being a Christian automatically safeguards one against any such invasion. Satan has deluded Christians into believing that, since Jesus defeated him at the Cross, we can just ignore him today; or even if one were oppressed or possessed with spirits before conversion, he is somehow mysteriously set free when saved. If this were true, then why do not blind, deaf, dumb, or epileptic spirits leave upon the conversion of the afflicted person? Why do not cancers and other diseases leave those oppressed by Satan with these ailments when they are converted to Christ? How is it possible for Christians still to be subject to fear, depression, insanity, disease, and pain if believers cannot be oppressed by the powers of darkness? How, then, do we account for Peter speaking at one moment by divine revelation and the next being moved by Satan to speak words which Jesus soundly rebuked, addressing His rebuke to Satan himself (Matthew 16:13-23)? Simon the sorcerer is said to have believed and been baptized, and there is certainly no reason to exclude him from the number of Samaritans who also received the baptism in the Holy Spirit; yet he had not completely been delivered from his occult bondage and was commanded to repent and pray (Acts 8.). If Satan cannot invade the life of a believer, how then was he able to "fill" the hearts of Ananias and Sapphira, two disciples in the early church (Acts 5:1-11)? One of the strongest arguments against the unscriptural position that Satan presents no serious threat to the believer is given by the apostle Paul in II Corinthians 12, where he states that he himself suffered oppression at the hands of "the messenger of Satan" who was allowed to buffet him. There are two dangerous and unscriptural attitudes toward Satan and his demonic forces. One is to deny, as liberal theologians do, the reality and existence of a personal adversary, the Devil. But the other is equally absurd. Most contemporary Christians treat the subject with an attitude of indifference. They are naive concerning Satan's extensive power and work, and are deluded into thinking that he presents no real threat to the believer beyond tempting one to sin now and then. There is absolutely no Scriptural basis for such an attitude. On the contrary, Scripture repeatedly warns believers to "be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist stedfast in the faith" (I Peter 5:8-9), and "neither give place to the devil" (Ephesians 4:27). The New Testament describes the Christian life as a spiritual warfare, admonishing the believer to "resist the devil" (James 4:7), and to "put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places" (Ephesians 6:11-12). Scripture abounds with references to a spiritual conflict, which the believer is to take seriously, against an evil, cunning, and powerful adversary who rules over a vast, highly organized kingdom, consisting of principalities, powers, and world rulers of the darkness of this age. He is designated as "the prince of the power of the air," "the ruler of this world," and "the god of this age." When he offered the kingdoms of this world to Jesus in return for worship, the Lord did not challenge his right to offer them, for the precise reason that they belong to him. His chief strategy, therefore, is to convince believers that he does not have to be taken seriously. As a result, he has achieved tremendous victories over men in many instances. To see the folly in the unscriptural notion that Satan presents no serious threat to the believer, one needs only to recall some of the instances given in Scripture of his victories in the lives of the unwary and careless. Note, for example, the fall of Adam and Eve from their state of sinlessness, together with all their posterity; the yielding of King Saul to an evil spirit and his tragic end; the sin of David and its consequences; the apostasy of Judas, one of the twelve apostles; the denial of Christ by Peter, who was also an apostle; the influence of Satan in the lives of Ananias and Sapphira, two of the first disciples in the early church; the incestuous sin of a member of the Corinthian church; the desertion of the apostle Paul by his fellow-worker, Demas, who returned to the world and gave up Christianity; the blasphemy of Hymenaeus and Alexander, which resulted in their excommunication; as well as the sins and low moral and spiritual state of several of the first-century Christian churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation, which necessitated the sharp rebuke by Christ. To these may be added the prophetic warnings of Scripture concerning the great end-time apostasy and falling away as a result of satanic and demonic influence and work, e.g ., II Thessalonians 2:1-12; I Timothy 4:1-3; II Timothy 3:1-9; Matthew 24:24; Revelation 13; Acts 20:28-31. Thus, the Scriptures plainly forewarn believers that some will be influenced by Satan, drawn away by his deceptions, for "the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils" (I Timothy 4:1). Note carefully that it says here that some shall "depart from the faith." Quite clearly, an individual must first profess faith before he can "depart" from the faith, as unbelievers were never in the faith. Of the disciples Hymenaeus and Alexander it is said that they "thrust away" the faith from them. Moreover, the Scriptures show that Satan can discourage believers through trials, tempting them to turn away from Christ (Hebrews 3; 6; 10); hinder believers (I Thessalonians 2:18), or even an angel (Daniel 10:12-13); deceive believers (I Timothy 1:18-20; 2:14); speak through believers (Matthew 16:21-23); influence believers (James 3:14-15; Acts 5:1-11); destroy their possessions (Job 1); afflict them with disease (Job 2), destroy their flesh (I Corinthians 5), or bind them with a spirit of infirmity (Luke 13:11-13); oppress them (II Corinthians 12:7); and sift them as wheat (Luke 22:31-32). Satanic oppression is to be found in the lives of many saints. The apostle Paul was oppressed by "the angel or messenger of Satan." Satan and demons were very real to Anthony of Egypt, who had many face-to face conflicts with them. Tertullian speaks of the opposition of demons to Christians whom they seek to terrify and injure. Luther tells of repeated attempts by Satan to interfere with him and his ministry by direct attacks in the form of ghostly noises, poltergeist phenomena, and other weird occurrences. On one occasion, Satan even manifested himself to him. The Wesley family also endured poltergeist attacks which disturbed the peace of the rectory at night with loud knocks, raps on the walls and beds, phantom footsteps, objects flying about mysteriously, and apparitions. St. Teresa suffered much vexation and oppression at the hands of Satan. She sometimes experienced direct spiritual, mental, and physical attacks, as did the Cure d'Ars, Jean-Marie Vianney, A.B. Simpson, and many others. Of course, in setting forth the Scriptural basis for the reality of satanic oppression and demonic attacks upon the believer, we have not forgotten that the believer has victory in Christ over Satan. He is seated in a place of authority with Christ in the heavenlies, far above all principalities and powers (Ephesians 2:6; Colossians 2:12-15). But we are recognizing what the contemporary church often overlooks: that the first rule in effective warfare is to know your enemy, his methods, strength, and tactics. Because of the compelling evidence, some will admit that a Christian can be oppressed, depressed, attacked, and vexed by evil spirits; they just cannot accept the fact that a Christian can be infested with such spirits. But if a Christian is suffering from a cancer or mental illness, what is the difference whether we say he is being "oppressed" by Satan, or that an evil spirit has actually "invaded" his body or mind? The source and result are the same. In either event, we have to deal with Satan if liberation is to come. The only difference is in how we deal with the situation: in cases of possession, exorcism of these malevolent spirits is required; in cases of oppression, prayer alone is usually sufficient. Many reliable witnesses agree that Christians can be infested with demons, as well as oppressed by them. When questioned about the possibility of a Christian being possessed by demonic spirits, Dr. V. R. Edman, former president of Wheaton College, replied that theory would say, "no," but the facts say, "yes." Theoretically a demon cannot possess a body in which the Holy Spirit resides; but Dr. Edman said that he knew of true Christians who were truly demon possessed and who were delivered by prayer in Jesus' Name. In a certain pastor’s personal experience, the majority of those for whom he has prayed for deliverance from occult oppression or subjection were Christians, including ministers and the wives of ministers. Gordon Lindsay writes: "It is a matter of grave concern to observe the number of ways that demons are attacking, harassing, and actually dominating people who are professing Christians." Dr. Russell Meade points out in his book on demonism today, based on his experience in the deliverance of Christians, that there is no Biblical evidence for thinking that the Holy Spirit and a demon cannot inhabit the same body. H.A. Maxwell Whyte wrote, " ... we have seen hundreds of people manifestly delivered from all kinds of evil spirits ... our young people have needed this strong prayer of deliverance .... Many today are being set free from unclean spirits ... young people for whom we have prayed are members of Christian churches." He continues, "Most Christians are far more bound by Satan and his legions than they realize, or will readily admit. The whole subject is shrouded in mystery and fear. Pride will not permit us to admit a need, and to permit another to pray for us." A.J. MacMillan wrote, "The objection is frequently made that a true child of God cannot be brought thus under the power of the enemy. Experience disproves this, for even spiritual believers and earnest and successful workers have suffered .... " Dr. Kurt E. Koch, in his book on occultism, cites numerous instances in his ministry of Christians needing liberation from occult subjection and oppression. A well known American evangelist told of a missionary who became possessed by tormenting, malevolent spirits, and suffered terribly until he received deliverance. He then said that similar experiences may be more common among Christians than we suppose. Some who have had occult involvement before their conversion to Christ, although none since, have asked, "How is it possible for a Christian to continue suffering oppression or subjection because of this preconversion participation?" The answer is simple: the "door" which they opened to the powers of darkness by their occult participation remains open to these oppressing spirits until the individuals, by a definite act of faith and personal exercise of the will, close the door against the satanic invasion. If I had opened the door of my home to a murderer, thief, and reprobate, and invited him in before my conversion, the criminal would not automatically vacate the premises merely because I later changed my interests. I would have to deliberately eject him from the house, and close and lock the door against further intrusion. All occult participation, regardless of the kind or degree of involvement, is an open invitation for the powers of darkness to invade the premises. Satan does not withdraw his influences and work until commanded to do so, for he claims certain "trespass rights" in the life of such individuals. We are not merely theorizing as to the theological "possibility" of invasions by the powers of darkness in the lives of believers. The fact of such oppression and subjection is based upon the teachings of Scripture and upon experience. There is abundant evidence, for those who care to investigate the matter, to prove that a person's turning his back upon occult participation after becoming a Christian does not mean that the powers of darkness have turned their back upon him! Question 2: Can a Christian who has never actively participated in any form of occultism be occultly subjected or oppressed? A certain pastor has found many cases where a person who never actively participated in any form of occult practice still suffered oppression or subjection. This is referred to as "passive" oppression or subjection by these powers. Disease can be inherited by the innocent from their ancestors; moral degeneracy and undesirable traits such as uncontrollable anger, dissipation, or intemperance are found in children whose parents bear the same traits; so too, children whose parents and/or blood relations have had occult contacts often suffer various forms of occult bondage and oppression. Christians who were subjected to occult influences in childhood often find that they need liberation from the powers of darkness which have gained access and are oppressing them in mind, in body, or in some other manner. We are not trying to convince the skeptics of the reality of passive oppression. Our purpose is to help those who know of no active participation in occult practices on their own part, yet are suffering some form of oppression for reasons unknown to themselves. A certain pastor has dealt with individuals who were suffering from "passive" oppression or subjection of every description: chronic fear or doubt, uncontrollable lust, persistent illness, emotional instability, or depression. Some tell of suffering incubi assaults; of hearing spirit voices; of seeing demonic apparitions; of possessing clairvoyant and psychic powers; and so on, all of which result, not from their active occult participation, but either from the occult involvements of their relatives, or from having been innocently subjected to occult influences as children. Passive subjection and oppression have resulted from a child being taken to an occult "healer" to have warts removed, burns healed, or diseases cured by magic charming or other occult means. Children have also been subjected by being taken to the meetings of Spiritualists and other religious cults (Theosophy, Rosicrucian, Christian Science, Unity, etc.). Passive oppression or subjection has also been found in those whose parents or grandparents have been involved in seances, fortunetelling, or other forms of spiritism and occultism. The Scriptures show the innocent suffering oppression by Satan and sometimes possession by evil spirits. For example, in the case of the boy who was possessed with an unclean, deaf and dumb spirit, his father said the spirit entered the boy as a child (Mark 9:17-29). The disciples' question in John 9:2: "Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind?" indicates the possibility of a prenatal cause for oppression by Satan. The apostle Paul shows in Romans 5:12-14 that all mankind is affected by the curse which fell upon Adam as a result of his transgression. Finally, it should be pointed out that there is no such thing as "minor" or "harmless" involvement where the powers of darkness are concerned. Some of the most severely oppressed victims merely had warts removed by magic charming; played with the ouija board "in fun"; attended a religious cult or Spiritualist meeting "out of curiosity"; had their fortune read (though they contend that they "never really believed such things were genuine"); or followed the horoscope column in the newspaper each day (though they "did not allow it to affect" their lives and decisions). When one enters Satan's domain for whatever reason, he opens himself to demonic oppression or subjection, and invokes upon himself the curse of God, whose Word clearly declares that those who participate in any form of occultism are an abomination unto Him! In view of all of this, the reality of Christians being oppressed and the innocent sometimes suffering passive oppression should be apparent. This reality must be recognized and acknowledged before liberation from these powers of darkness can be considered. A certain pastor has found from experience that, until the individual under oppression sees and admits the connection between his occult involvement and such oppression, he cannot exercise sufficient faith to resist and overcome it. But where such acknowledgment is present, liberation in the Name of Jesus Christ is certain. Edited. Shared. To be Continued. ❤️ God willing, more will be posted soon. All glory to Jesus alone.

Guidelines for Living. June 29th, 2026 How Do I Live a Life in Christ? If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. John 15:7 A dying man never says, “I wish I had spent more time at the office!” A man’s last words always come from his heart! Sometimes they are harsh, sometimes sentimental, sometimes provocative. But you never forget them. What Jesus shared with the twelve as they sat together in the Upper Room for the Feast of the Passover represented His last words. From there He went to the Mount of Olives, and from that time on, He never again had the informal opportunity to share His heart in quite the same way. You can read what He said in John chapters fourteen through sixteen in your New Testament. In this discourse Jesus made promises to the disciples about the future, and He said something which is so simple it almost certifies the obvious. Yet is profound in a way that touches all of our experiences in life. Here it is: “If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you” (John 15:7). Was He speaking only of Judas who would betray Him? Or of Peter who would stand outside the house of the high priest, and in response to the words of a maid, “Surely, you are one of them; your speech betrays you,” Peter would deny that He knew Christ not once but three times? What does it mean to remain or abide in Christ? Lexicons tell us that the word means to live or to dwell, to stay somewhere, to remain where you are. It was used of goods that remained in the hold of a ship, of someone who stayed on the same road until he reached his destination, of stones which were part of a wall which were not removed, and of someone who had been divorced but remained unmarried. Beginning to get the broader picture? Judas, of course, did not remain in Christ. He betrayed His Lord. Demas, one of Paul’s companions, turned his back and walked away from the faith—”because he loved the world,” Paul explained. He didn’t remain in Christ. Some whom Peter wrote about also didn’t remain in Christ. “False teachers” was Peter’s accusation, “denying the sovereign Lord who bought them.” Of them Peter said, “It would have been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than to have known it and then to turn their backs on the sacred commandment that was passed on to them” (2 Peter 2:21). Put them on the list of those who didn’t remain in Christ. What does it mean in the context of life today? Well, think about these things. You don’t remain in Christ when you embrace teaching which violates what Jesus said. This includes cults and any religion that denies what Jesus did. You don’t remain in Christ when you ignore His teaching, when you willfully do wrong, when you distance yourself from your brothers and sisters in Christ because you don’t want to be identified with them. You don’t remain in Christ when you ignore Him and stand aloof from issues of right and wrong, moral and immoral. When you ask yourself the question, “What would Jesus do today?” and you fail to follow through and do that, you’re not remaining in Him. A final thought. Jesus linked remaining in Him to the promise of answered prayer. The full text says, “If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you” (John 15:7). Simply put: if you want Him to stand with you when the going gets tough, better stay on the team, walk in sync with the one who fought the battles and won. He will then be by your side. Remaining in Him is the key to spiritual life as His words remain in your heart and give you nourishment and strength day by day. Yes, remain in Christ. Resource reading: John 15:1-8

Colossians 4:2-15 KJV Thompson Chain-Reference Kirkbride 4th Improved Self-Pronouncing Text Edition 1964 Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds; That I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak. Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man. All my state shall Tych'I-cus declare unto you, who is a beloved brother, and a faithful minister and fellowservant in the Lord; Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that he might know your estate, and comfort your hearts; With O-nes'I-mus, a faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They shall make known unto you all things which are done here. ;Ar-is-tar'chus my fellow prisoner saluteth you, and Mar'-cus. sister's son to Bar'na-bas, (touching whom ye received commandments; if he come unto you, receive him;) And Je'sus, which is called Jus'tus, who are of the circumcision. These only are my fellowworkers unto the kingdom of God, which have been a comfort unto me. Ep'a-phras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. For I bear him record, that he hath a great zeal for you, and them that are in La-od-i-ce'a, and them in Hi-e-rap'odis. Luke, the beloved physician, and De'nas, greet you. Salute the brethren which are in La-od-i--ce'a and Ntm'phas, and the church which is in his house. Further Instructions Colossians 4:2-15 NIV Quest SB Zondervan Biblica 2011 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasons with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. Final Greeting Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a dear brother, a faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts. He is coming with Onesimus, our faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you everything that is happening here. My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you his greetings, as does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas. (You have received instructions about him; if he comes to you, welcome him.) Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. They are the only Jews among my co0workers for the kingdom of God, and they have proved a comfort to me. Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured. I vouch for him that he is working hard for you and for those at Laodicea and Hierapolis. Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, and Demas send greetings. Give my greetings to the brothers and sisters at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. Instructions Colossians 4:2-15 GNB TEV Collins World Denim ABS 1976 Be persistent in prayer, and keep alert as you pray, giving thanks to God. At the same time pray also for us, so that God will give us a good opportunity to,preach his message about the secret of Christ. For that is why I am now in prison. Pray, then, that I may speak, as I should, in such a way as to make it clear. Be wise in the way you act toward those who are not believers, making good use of every opportunity you have. Your speech should always be pleasant and interesting, and you should know how to give the right answer to everyone. Final Greetings Our dear brother Tychicus, who is a faithful worker and fellow servant in the Lord's work, will give you all the news about me. That is why I am sending him to you, in order to cheer you up by telling you how all of us are getting along. With him goes Onesimus, that dear and faithful brother, who belongs to your group. They will tell you everything that is happening here. Aristarchus, who is in prison with me, sends you greetings, and so does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas, (You have already received instructions to welcome Mark if he comes your way.) Joshua, also called Justus, sends greetings too. These three are the only Jewish converts who work with me for the Kingdom of God, and they have been a great help to me. Greetings from Epaphras, another member of your group and a servant of Christ Jesus. He always prays fervently for you, asking God to make you stand firm, as mature and fully convinced Christians, in complete obedience to God's will. I can personally testify to his hard work for you and for the people in Laodicea and Hierapolis. Luke, our dear doctor, and Demas send you their greetings. Give our best wishes to the brothers in Laodicea and to Nympha and the church that meets in her house. Colossians 4:2-15 NRSV Access Updated Edition Oxford 2011 Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving. At the same time pray for us as well that God will open to us a door for the word, that we may declare the mystery of Christ, for which I am in prison, so that I may reveal it clearly, as I should. Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone. Tychicus will tell you all the news about me; he is a beloved brother, a faithful minister, and a fellow servant in the Lord. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, so that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts; he is coming with Onesimus, the faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here. Aristarchius my fellow prisoner greets you, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas, concerning whom you have received instructions--if he comes to you, welcome him. And Jesus who is called Justus greets you. These are the only ones of the circumcision among my co-workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you. He is always wrestling in his prayers on your behalf, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in everything that God wills. For I testify for him that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas greet you. Give my greetings to the brothers and sisters in Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her home.. Colossians 4:2-15 CEV African American Jubilee Edition ABS 1999 Never give up praying. And when you pray, keep alert and be thankful. Be sure to pray that God will make a way for us to spread his message and explain the mystery about Christ, even though I am in jail for doing this. Please pray that I will make the message as clear as possible. When you are with unbelievers, always make good use of the time. Be pleasant and hold their interest when you speak the message. Choose your words carefully and be ready to give answers to anyone who asks questions. Final Greetings Tychicus is the dear friend, who faithfully words and serves the Lord with us, and he will give you the news about me. I am sending him to cheer you up by telling you how we are getting along. Onesimus, that dear and faithful follower from your own group, is coming with him. The two of them will tell you everything that has happened here. Aristarchus is in jail with me. He sends greetings to you, and so does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas. You have already been told to welcome Mark, if he visits you. Jesus, who is known as Justus, sends his greetings. These three man are the only Jewish followers who have worked with me for the kingdom of God. They have given me such comfort. You own Epaphras, who serves Christ Jesus, sends his greetings. He always prays hard that you may fully know what the Lord wants you to do and that you may do it completely, I have seen how much trouble he has gone through for you and for the followers in Laodicea and Hierapolis. Our dear doctor Luke sends you his greetings, and so does Demas. Give my greetings to the followers at Laodicea, especially to Nympha and the church that meets in her home. Colossians 4:2-15 KJV Proper Name Version Name Publishers Large Print Overview and Study Edition 2019 Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; Therwith praying also for us, thar God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of the Messiah, for which I am also in bonds; That I may make it manifest as I ought to speak Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man. All my state shall Tychicus declare to you, who is a beloved brother, and a faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord; Whom I have sent to you for the same purpose, that he might know your estate, and comfort your hearts; With Onesimus, a faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They shall make known to you all things which are done here. Aristarchus my fellow prisoner salutes you, and Marcus, sister's son to Barnabas, (touching whom you received commandments; if he comes to you, receive him;) your election by God And Jesus, which is called Justus, who are of the circumcision. These only are my fellow workers unto the kingdom of God, which have been a comfort to me. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of the Messiah, salutes you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. For I bear him record, that he has a great zeal for you, and then that are in Laodicea, and them in Hierapolis. Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas, greet you. Salute the brethren which are in Laodicea, and Nymphas, and the congregation which is in his house.

*||RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL||* *||💜|| SET YOUR AFFECTION ON HIM |💜||* *|| 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). ||* Tuesday, 16th June. Pastor Chris The Spirit, through the Apostle John, gives a clear and uncompromising instruction that must be in its full weight and implication: love not the world. This is a direct call to absolute separation in affection and alignment from the things of this world. The world, in this context, isn’t the physical earth or the people in it but the godless system of the world that’s governed by the senses, driven by lust, sustained by pride, and opposed to God’s divine will and purpose. It brings to mind the profound admonition of the Spirit in Colossians 3:1-2, “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.” Your love should be on the Father; your affection should be set on heavenly realities and not on the things of this world. Read again the latter part of our opening verse; it says, “If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” It shows that the issue isn’t merely the external association or relationship with the world but internal affection. This is why the example of Demas in 2 Timothy 4 is so instructive. In Paul’s letter to Philemon, Demas was listed among Paul’s fellow labourers and companions in ministry, a witness of divine power. Yet, in 2 Timothy 4:10, Paul declares, “...Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world....” Demas’ detour from the work of the ministry was a result of his affection; he had loved this present world. Worldliness, therefore, is not first a matter of conduct but of inclination. It draws, it appeals, and presents alternatives, and over time, it produces separation from one’s calling and divine purpose. But as a Christian, you’re crucified to the world, and the world is crucified to you: “But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world” (Galatians 6:14). Therefore, don’t think like the world or live by its standards. Love the Lord wholly and truly, and live in the consciousness of your oneness with Him and separation unto Him. Let His Word guide your life. Let your love for Him compel and constrain you at all times (2 Corinthians 5:14-15). *||PRAYER||* *|| Dear Father, thank you for the light of your Word that aligns my heart with your will. My affections are set on you, and I walk in the consciousness of my dominion over the systems of this world. I live unto you, to fulfil your call and destiny for my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. ||* *||FURTHER STUDY||* *|| James 4:4 ||* Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. *|| Romans 8:5-9 NIV ||* Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. [6] The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. [7] The mind governed by the flesh is hostile to God; it does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. [8] Those who are in the realm of the flesh cannot please God. [9] You, however, are not in the realm of the flesh but are in the realm of the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Christ. *|| Matthew 6:21 ||* for where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. *|| 1 John 2:15-17 ||* 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. [16] For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. [17] And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. *|| 1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN ||* Acts 6:1-15 2 Chronicles 26-28 *|| 2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN ||* 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Isaiah 2

*RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL* Tuesday, June 16th 2026 Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD *SET YOUR AFFECTION ON HIM* 📖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 Spirit, through the Apostle John, gives a clear and uncompromising instruction that must be understood in its full weight and implication: love not the world. This is a direct call to absolute separation in affection and alignment from the things of this world. The world, in this context, isn’t the physical earth or the people in it but the godless system of the world that’s governed by the senses, driven by lust, sustained by pride, and opposed to God’s divine will and purpose. It brings to mind the profound admonition of the Spirit in Colossians 3:1-2, “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.” Your love should be on the Father; your affection should be set on heavenly realities and not on the things of this world. Read again the latter part of our opening verse; it says, “If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” It shows that the issue isn’t merely the external association or relationship with the world but internal affection. This is why the example of Demas in 2 Timothy 4 is so instructive. In Paul’s letter to Philemon, Demas was listed among Paul’s fellow labourers and companions in ministry, a witness of divine power. Yet, in 2 Timothy 4:10, Paul declares, “...Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world....” Demas’ detour from the work of the ministry was a result of his affection; he had loved this present world. Worldliness, therefore, is not first a matter of conduct but of inclination. It draws, it appeals, and presents alternatives, and over time, it produces separation from one’s calling and divine purpose. But as a Christian, you’re crucified to the world, and the world is crucified to you: _*“But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world” (Galatians 6:14). Therefore, don’t think like the world or live by its standards. Love the Lord wholly and truly, and live in the consciousness of your oneness with Him and separation unto Him. Let His Word guide your life. Let your love for Him compel and constrain you at all times (2 Corinthians 5:14-15). *🙏PRAYER* Dear Father, thank you for the light of your Word that aligns my heart with your will. My affections are set on you, and I walk in the consciousness of my dominion over the systems of this world. I live unto you, to fulfil your call and destiny for my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. *FURTHER STUDY📖*=> James 4:4 KJV Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. Romans 8:5-9 NIV Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. [6] The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. [7] The mind governed by the flesh is hostile to God; it does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. [8] Those who are in the realm of the flesh cannot please God. [9] You, however, are not in the realm of the flesh but are in the realm of the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Christ. Matthew 6:21 KJV For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. 1 John 2:15-17 KJV 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. [16] For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. [17] And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. *📖DAILY SCRIPTURE READING📖* *1-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>* Acts 6:1-15 & 2 Chronicles 26-28 *2-Year Bible Reading Plan📖=>* 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 & Isaiah 2

HALF-BAKED CHRISTIAN A half-baked Christian is a believer who is not fully committed to God. Just as a cake that is baked on one side and raw on the other is unfit to eat, a Christian who is partially devoted to God and partially devoted to the world is spiritually unhealthy and ineffective. Hosea 7:8 “Ephraim, he hath mixed himself among the people; Ephraim is a cake not turned.” (KJV) God desires mature, committed, and fully surrendered believers. Christianity is not meant to be lived halfway. Jesus calls us to wholehearted devotion. Revelation 3:15-16 “I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot... because thou art lukewarm... I will spue thee out of my mouth.” Characteristics of a Half-Baked Christian 1. Divided Loyalty A half-baked Christian wants both God and the world. Matthew 6:24 “No man can serve two masters...” James 4:4 “Friendship of the world is enmity with God.” Such believers attend church but still cling to worldly values and sinful habits. 2. Inconsistent Prayer Life They pray only when problems arise but neglect fellowship with God during normal times. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 “Pray without ceasing.” Luke 18:1 “Men ought always to pray, and not to faint.” A healthy Christian maintains a consistent prayer life. 3. Selective Obedience They obey the Scriptures they like and ignore the ones that challenge them. John 14:15 “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” James 1:22 “Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only.” Partial obedience is still disobedience. 4. Lack of Spiritual Growth Years may pass, yet there is little evidence of maturity. Hebrews 5:12-14 “For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again...” God expects believers to grow in faith, wisdom, and character. 5. Love for Sin A half-baked Christian struggles because they refuse to completely abandon sinful practices. Romans 6:1-2 “Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid.” 1 John 3:9 “Whosoever is born of God doth not practice sin.” Dangers of Being a Half-Baked Christian 1. Spiritual Deception Such people often think they are spiritually healthy when they are not. 2 Timothy 3:5 “Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof.” 2. Loss of Spiritual Power Without full commitment, spiritual effectiveness is greatly reduced. Acts 1:8 “Ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you.” 3. Vulnerability to Temptation A weak spiritual life makes one an easy target for the enemy. 1 Peter 5:8 “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil...” 4. Loss of Eternal Reward Though one may be saved, careless living can result in lost rewards. 1 Corinthians 3:13-15 God wants believers to finish their race faithfully. Biblical Examples of Half-Baked Christians 1. Lot Lot was righteous, yet he became entangled with the sinful culture of Sodom. Genesis 13:12 “Lot dwelled in the cities of the plain...” 2 Peter 2:7-8 His divided focus brought great loss to his family. 2. Demas Demas started well but later abandoned the faith journey because of worldly attractions. 2 Timothy 4:10 “For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world...” 3. The Laodicean Church They were neither hot nor cold spiritually. Revelation 3:15-17 They appeared prosperous but were spiritually poor. How to Avoid Becoming a Half-Baked Christian 1. Surrender Completely to Christ Romans 12:1 “Present your bodies a living sacrifice...” God wants complete surrender, not partial commitment. 2. Develop a Consistent Prayer Life Jeremiah 29:13 “And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.” 3. Study and Obey God's Word Psalm 119:105 “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” 4. Separate Yourself from Worldliness 2 Corinthians 6:17 “Come out from among them, and be ye separate...” 5. Stay Filled with the Holy Spirit Ephesians 5:18 “Be filled with the Spirit.” The Holy Spirit empowers believers to live victoriously. Conclusion A half-baked cake is unfit for the table, and a half-hearted Christian cannot fully fulfill God's purpose. God is calling His people to move from lukewarmness to spiritual fervency, from compromise to commitment, and from partial obedience to complete surrender. Deuteronomy 6:5 “And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.” Colossians 3:23 “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” Today, examine your heart. Are you fully committed to Christ, or are there areas where you remain "half-baked"? God is ready to strengthen and transform every believer who wholeheartedly seeks Him. Prayer Father, deliver me from spiritual lukewarmness and half-hearted devotion. Help me to love You with all my heart, obey Your Word completely, and grow into spiritual maturity. Fill me afresh with Your Holy Spirit and make me a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen. Pastor Abiodun Kadri #HalfBakedChristian #SpiritualMaturity #WholeheartedDevotion #Faithfulness #ChristianLiving #WalkWithGod #BibleStudy #SermonOutline #KingdomLiving #ChristianGrowth

FULFILLING THE GREAT COMMISSION .......The Mission, Passion, & Vision of Jesus Christ Lead Scripture: "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." — Mark 16:15 INTRODUCTION Before Christ ascended into glory, He left behind neither a political manifesto nor an economic blueprint. He entrusted His followers with a divine mandate—the Great Commission. The heartbeat of Heaven is not merely church attendance, theological debates, or religious activities; it is the redemption of lost humanity (Luke 19:10; John 3:16-17; 1 Timothy 2:3-4). From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals Himself as a missionary God seeking fallen mankind. He pursued Adam in Eden (Genesis 3:9), sent Jonah to Nineveh (Jonah 1:1-2), commissioned Isaiah (Isaiah 6:8), empowered the Apostles (Acts 1:8), and continues today through every believer. The Great Commission is not the assignment of a few evangelists; it is the responsibility of every disciple of Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:18-20; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; 1 Peter 2:9). THE CONTENT, CONTEXT & SCOPE OF THE GREAT COMMISSION 1. The Content: The Gospel of Christ The message is salvation through Jesus Christ alone. John 14:6 reveals Christ as the only way to the Father. Acts 4:12 declares that there is no other name under heaven by which men must be saved. Romans 1:16 calls the Gospel the power of God unto salvation. We proclaim His death, burial, resurrection, and lordship (1 Corinthians 15:1-4). 2. The Context: A Lost and Dying World Humanity is separated from God by sin. Romans 3:23 states that all have sinned. Isaiah 59:2 shows that sin creates separation from God. Ephesians 2:1-3 describes mankind as spiritually dead without Christ. Therefore, reconciliation is urgently needed (2 Corinthians 5:19-20). 3. The Scope: Every Creature, Every Nation The command extends beyond tribes, denominations, cultures, and borders. Matthew 24:14 speaks of the Gospel reaching all nations. Acts 1:8 expands the mission from Jerusalem to the uttermost parts of the earth. Revelation 7:9 reveals a multitude from every nation worshipping before God's throne. God's vision is global. HOW TO FULFILL THE GREAT COMMISSION 1. Live as Christ's Witness Acts 1:8, Matthew 5:14-16, and Philippians 2:15 teach believers to shine as lights in a dark world. 2. Preach the Gospel Boldly Romans 10:13-15, Mark 16:15, and 2 Timothy 4:2 emphasize proclaiming Christ without fear. 3. Make Disciples, Not Mere Converts Matthew 28:19-20, Colossians 1:28, and 2 Timothy 2:2 reveal God's desire for mature disciples. 4. Pray for the Harvest Matthew 9:37-38, Luke 10:2, and Colossians 4:3 show that harvest breakthroughs are birthed through prayer. 5. Support Missions Sacrificially Philippians 4:15-17, Romans 10:15, and 3 John 5-8 demonstrate the importance of partnering financially and practically with missions. 6. Demonstrate Christ Through Love John 13:34-35, Galatians 5:13, and James 2:14-18 reveal that genuine love authenticates the Gospel. 7. Depend on the Holy Spirit Zechariah 4:6, Acts 4:31, and Acts 13:2-4 remind us that Kingdom work succeeds through divine empowerment. WHY THE GREAT COMMISSION TARRIES 1. Worldliness Mark 4:18-19, 1 John 2:15-17, and Demas' example in 2 Timothy 4:10 reveal how worldly attractions hinder Kingdom commitment. 2. Fear of Men Proverbs 29:25, Matthew 10:28, and Acts 4:18-20 expose fear as a major obstacle to evangelism. 3. Lack of Compassion for Souls Matthew 9:36, Jude 22-23, and Romans 9:1-3 reveal God's burden for the lost. 4. Prayerlessness Luke 18:1, Ephesians 6:18-20, and Colossians 4:2-4 demonstrate that spiritual victories are sustained through prayer. 5. Spiritual Lukewarmness Revelation 3:15-16, Matthew 24:12, and Hebrews 10:24-25 warn against spiritual complacency. 6. Denominational Divisions John 17:21, Psalm 133:1-3, and 1 Corinthians 1:10 reveal Heaven's desire for unity among believers. 7. Failure to Recognize Every Believer as a Missionary Matthew 5:13-16, Acts 8:4, and 2 Corinthians 5:20 reveal that every Christian is a Kingdom ambassador. WISDOM NOTES 🔥 A church that loses its passion for souls has abandoned the central passion of Christ. The Great Commission is not merely an activity of the Church; it is the reason the Church exists. Heaven measures success differently. God is not impressed by crowd sizes as much as transformed lives. Every believer is either a missionary or a mission field. The Gospel came to us because someone carried it. It will go beyond us only if we carry it further. FINAL THOUGHTS One day, history will close, time will cease, and eternity will begin. On that day, Heaven will not ask how comfortable we lived but how faithfully we represented Christ. The greatest tragedy is not dying young; it is arriving before God with an unfinished assignment. The cross was not the end of Christ's mission—it was the beginning of ours. Every prayer, every witness, every act of love, every missionary sacrifice, and every soul won advances the Kingdom of God. The question is not whether the Great Commission is important. The question is: What am I doing with the commission entrusted to me? PRAYER LINES 🔥🔥🔥 🙏 Father, baptize me afresh with passion for lost souls. 🙏 Lord Jesus, make me an effective witness wherever You have planted me. 🙏 Every spirit of fear and intimidation hindering evangelism, be broken in Jesus' name. 🙏 Holy Spirit, empower me to fulfill my divine assignment faithfully. 🙏 Raise laborers into Your harvest field across every nation of the earth. 🙏 Let revival fire burn again in Your Church and awaken us to the urgency of the hour. 🙏 May I finish my race and complete my God-given mandate with joy. #FulfillTheGreatCommission #GoIntoAllTheWorld #KingdomAdvance #GlobalMissions #JesusSaves #ReachTheNations #HarvestIsReady #MissionMinded #GospelToTheWorld #RevivalGeneration #ChristianLeadership #FaithInAction :::

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL DATE: WEDNESDAY 10TH JUNE 2026 TOPIC: MIND YOUR FRIENDS MEMORIZE: "Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt manners." 1 Corinthians 15:33 (KJV) BIBLE READING: 2 CORINTHIANS 2:15-17 15 For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish: 16 To the one we are the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things? 17 For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. MESSAGE: Many Christians profess to be children of God; however, they still maintain really close friendships with unbelievers and are heavily influenced negatively by such relationships. They attend church regularly, but they have friends who want nothing to do with the Church. Christians such as this might hear God's word regularly and even be involved in the various church activities; however, when they are in the midst of their friends, they never discuss the things of God with them. Eventually, their association with such friends becomes a thorn that chokes God's word in their hearts. Today's Bible reading admonishes us to be separate from the world because light has nothing to do with darkness. Believe me, it is easier for a fellow to be brought down than to be pulled up by another fellow. This means that it is easier for friends who are unbelievers to pull down a Christian than for the Christian to pull such friends up. This is why Paul advised Christians not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers. Beloved, if you have friends who are worldly, you most likely will begin to care so much about worldly things, and James 4:4 tells us that friendship with the world is enmity with God. When your close friends always speak ill about God, the Church, and men of God, you will likely begin to mock the things of God. In (2 Timothy 4:10), Paul told us about a young man named Demas who was his companion on some of his missionary journeys but eventually forsook him and left the faith because he loved the world. When a fellow allows unholy friends to introduce little foxes like ungodly habits, unrighteous conversations, and immoral behaviour into his or her life, it will eventually ruin the fellow (Song of Solomon 2:15). Are there wild desires or ungodly habits in your life that can be traced to your association with some of your friends? Break up with such desires and habits so that you won't sow among thorns and miss out on God's blessings or be pushed out of your purpose like Demas. Furthermore, dissociate yourself from unholy friends and begin to cultivate a more intimate relationship with God and other believers who can influence you positively and help strengthen your faith. I pray that the Almighty God will guide you to cultivate relationships with godly people that will influence you to be more committed to Him strengthen you to fulfil His purpose for your life, in Jesus' name. PRAYER POINT Father, please guide me to make friends with the right people, in Jesus' name. BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR: PSALMS 28 - 33 AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A. ADEBOYE HYMNAL 7 - I AM THINE O LORD 1 I am Thine, O Lord, I have heard Thy voice, and it told Thy love to me; but I long to rise in the arms of faith, and be closer drawn to Thee. REFRAIN Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, to the cross where Thou hast died; draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, to Thy precious, bleeding side. 2 Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord, by the pow'r of grace divine; let my soul look up with a steadfast hope, and my will be lost in Thine. [Refrain] 3 O, the pure delight of a single hour that before Thy throne I spend, when I kneel in prayer, and with Thee, my God, I commune as friend with friend! [Refrain] 4 There are depths of love that I cannot know till I cross the narrow sea; there are heights of joy that I may not reach till I rest in peace with Thee. [Refrain]

Good evening, brethren. 1. Evening devotion for today. ED.i. *DAILY WALK WITH CHRIST* (COCIN DEVOTIONAL) *DATE:* WEDNESDAY, 20TH MAY, 2026. *SUB-THEME:* RESPONSE TO GRACE. *TOPIC:* LIVING TO PLEASE GOD. *TEXTS:* GALATIANS 1:10; COLOSSIANS 3:23-25. *GALATIANS 1:10.* 10 Am I now trying to win the approval of people or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be the Messiah’s servant. 1Th 2:4 Jas 4:4 [Joh 15:19] [1Jn 2:15] *COLOSSIANS 3:23-25.* 23 Whatever you do, work at it wholeheartedly as though you were doing it for the Lord and not merely for people. 24 You know that it is from the Lord that you will receive the inheritance as a reward. It is the Lord Messiah whom you are serving! 25 For the person who does what is wrong will be paid back for what he has done without favoritism. [Deu 10:17] [2Ch 19:7] [Job 34:11] [Job 34:19] [Psa 62:12] [Act 10:34] [Rom 2:11] [Gal 2:6] [Eph 6:9] [1Pe 1:17] *TOPIC:* LIVING TO PLEASE GOD. *THE MESSAGE:* Recipients of God's grace must always seek to please the Lord rather than men. In our first text, Paul responds to his critics, who claim that he teaches a gospel received from man, not from God, and that he seeks to please man rather than God. But Paul assured them that his gospel was authentic, having been received from Christ, whom he served wholeheartedly. In the second text, Paul treats the bondservants at Colossae with dignity and appeals to them to honour Christ in their hearts, in their work, and their behaviour, knowing that God rewards those who live to please Him. Who do you please in your dealings? Sadly, many have adulterated the gospel to please men, gain more members, and material gains. Remember, the day you accept Jesus, your allegiance changes to a bondservant of the Lord. Please him always. *REFLECTION:* You must live to please your Master *PRAYER:* Lord, help me to please You in all I do. Amen. *MEMORY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:* TITUS 2:12. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this present age. *TODAY'S BIBLE READING PLAN:* JOB 11-14. ED.ii. Skip to content Dalily Devotional by Elizabeth Haworth Posted onMay 20, 2026 by Editor Multiplied Blessings Christian Applications Store:: Christian devotional App Store; Explore Recommended Christian Books and Devotionals Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful” Psalm 1.1 Seeking Happiness Man seeks after happiness, fulfilment, contentment in so many different ways. Many seek it through the insatiable desire for wealth and riches in abundance. Others see it as just getting to the end of a week to escape from the rat-race of life. Some equate happiness with learning and with the accumulation of knowledge. Still more identify their dream with power and influence over other people. Many and varied are the ways that man seeks after his dream in this world, but scripture gives its own definitions of happiness, contentment – blessedness. Godly Happiness Christ calls the meek, the merciful and those that seek after Him as ‘blessed’. The book of Psalms commences with a mighty proclamation of the blessed man: blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly” What a lovely benediction to open this book – so beloved by so many. Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly. Blessed is the man that not stand in the way of sinners. Blessed is the man that does not sit in the seat of the scornful. Right Focus This description is one that is not influenced by the words and wisdom of the ungodly. This illustrates the person that walks in the world but does not hearken to its folly. This details the individual whose footsteps are ordered of God – not by deceitful man. This blessed man has a right focus – away from the world, centred on the Lord, for His delight is in the Lord, his God– Psalm 1.2 His pleasure is in righteousness and truth. Downward Spiral Yet the downward spiral of those that follow in the path of Demas is outlined here:- Demas loved the world and forsook the path of a disciple. This man is one that stopped waking God’s way to listen to Mr. Worldlywiseman.. loitering in the arena of sinners and finally sitting down happily in their company, and how we recognise this tendency in worldly Lot compared with faithful Abraham. A Blessed Man The blessed one is the man that delights in the Word of God. The wise man is the one that meditates upon God’s truth. It is this man who contemplated the beauty of the Lord. When decisions are to be made, he seeks God in his dilemma, When he rests or rises, he carries God’s word in his heart all day. Blessed is the man that delights in His word, Blessed is the man that meditates upon Him day and night. Blessings of God The blessed one is he that faithfully remains in the place where God has placed him, “for he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water” Jeremiah 17:7 That man shall be a fruitful vine; a strong cedar; a blessed man indeed, for blessings of God are not the sort of baubles sought after by the world – fame and fortune; power and prestige; wealth and worldly wisdom. Rivers of Blessing God’s rivers of blessing contain all that man needs : rivers of pardon and promises : streams of love and grace : cascades of His fellowship. The blessed man has rivers of living water streaming forth from him to others. God is the never-ending ocean of supply for the one that keeps Him as his focus. The rivers of blessing that flow from the Lord are eternal in their provision. The rivers by which this blessed one is planted are never-failing for the one of faith. Eternal Gifts This is the one that is so blessed and has further blessings to come. Blessings that are not of this world but eternal gifts from God. This man “brings forth his fruit in his season” Psalm 1:3 Only the one that remains by the rivers of supply will be satisfied. Only the one that abides in Christ, the true vine will bring forth fruit.. more fruit… much fruit -to the glory of the Father. Abundant Fruit Prolific fruit, high-yielding fruit – abundant fruit in its own season. All that this man turns his hand to do shall prosper – what a promise. Though the tree may only appear to have leaves, buds, blossoms.. in time, and in God’s time that tree will bring forth 20-fold, 50-fold, 100-fold: “if you remain in Me and I in you” John 15:7 Spiritual Fruit This is the man that brings for the fruit of God’s Holy Spirit : Love in times of Hostility : Joy in times of Pain :Peace in times of Trouble : Long-suffering in times of Frustration : Gentleness in times of Oppression : Goodness in times of Evil : Faith in times of Testing : Meekness in times of Irritations : Temperance in times of Temptation. God Knows God knows the way you take – God is the only one that looks on the heart and His eyes are travelling throughout the world to find a man after His own heart: And blessed is such man… BLESSED is the man…. Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper. The ungodly are not so, But are like the chaff which the wind drives away. Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, Nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. For the LORD knows the way of the righteous, But the way of the ungodly shall perish Post navigation Previous Post Previous Make Yourself Known to Me Proudly powered by WordPress. 2. Evening Prayer for today. EP.i. Evening Prayer Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. ⏤ Proverbs 22:6 The prayer meeting is the pulse of the church. ⏤ Robert Murray M'Cheyne Father, Your favor is life, and Your love is eternal life. We live today only because Your grace upholds us. We thank You for the many mercies You’ve shown us this day. We’ve enjoyed health, and our needs have been provided for. We’ve been protected from harm, disease, and accidents. Our evening is peaceful because of Your surrounding blessings. We thank You for the shelter of our home, the love that fills it, and the friends who enrich our lives. We also thank You for Christian books and the inspiring thoughts they bring, encouraging us to live beautifully, nobly, and worthily. Most of all, we thank You for the Bible and the divine words it brings to us. Help us to make good use of all these blessings. May we have the grace to fully appreciate these privileges, so we can stand before You without shame when called to account. Tonight, we carry many burdens on our hearts. We pray for all schools, colleges, and institutions of learning. May they be fountains of good and holy influence, raising the children and youth of our land in the fear of God while preparing them for useful lives. Bless all teachers—may their lives be pure, their teaching and example worthy of the young lives entrusted to them. We pray for all homes. Make them Christlike. May mothers and fathers grow in holiness, so they can wisely guide the young lives in their care. We ask these blessings in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. https://www.youdevotion.com/daily-prayer/miller/45/evening #taptapstudio #youdevotion.