𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂: 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐑𝐘 BIBLICAL TEXT: 2 CHRONICLES 1:6-12 KJV “And Solomon went up thither to the brasen altar before the Lord, which was at the tabernacle of the congregation, and offered a thousand burnt offerings upon it.” (2 Chronicles 1:6 KJV) Solomon's offering was more than a financial transaction. It was an expression of honour, surrender, worship, and dependence upon God. After he offered those sacrifices, God appeared to him and said, “Ask what I shall give thee.” (2 Chronicles 1:7 KJV) This teaches us that genuine giving can become an expression of faith that accompanies our prayers and worship. However, our giving does not buy God's presence or force Him to act. God responds according to His grace, wisdom, and purpose. 𝐀) 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐧'𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐎𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐝 Solomon offered a thousand burnt offerings unto the Lord, and that night God appeared to him. “And that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, Ask what I shall give thee.” (2 Chronicles 1:7 KJV) Solomon's sacrifice was followed by a divine encounter. He had the opportunity to ask for wealth, long life, or the death of his enemies, but he asked for wisdom and knowledge to lead God's people. “And now, O Lord God, let thy promise unto David my father be established: for thou hast made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude. Give me now wisdom and knowledge.” (2 Chronicles 1:9-10 KJV) His request revealed the condition of his heart. 𝐁) 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐨 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 Giving should never be treated as a way of purchasing miracles. God cannot be bought. Our offerings are expressions of worship, gratitude, obedience, and honour. “Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase.” (Proverbs 3:9 KJV) When giving flows from a sincere heart, it becomes part of our worship. It can also position us to participate in God's work, bless others, and demonstrate our trust in His provision. The greatest offering God desires is a surrendered life. “I beseech you therefore, brethren... that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God.” (Romans 12:1 KJV) Solomon's sacrifice was followed by an encounter, but the deeper lesson was his heart. He desired God's wisdom more than personal wealth. 𝐂) 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐨 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐬 Solomon understood that leadership required divine wisdom. He did not ask merely for power to defeat his enemies. He asked for wisdom to discern what was right. “And God said unto Solomon, Because this was in thine heart... wisdom and knowledge is granted unto thee.” (2 Chronicles 1:11-12 KJV) Some battles are not overcome by shouting louder. They are overcome by receiving divine wisdom. There are people you should not fight, places you should not enter, opportunities you should not accept, and decisions you should not make. Divine wisdom can save you from traps that your physical strength cannot detect. “For wisdom is a defence, and money is a defence: but the excellency of knowledge is, that wisdom giveth life to them that have it.” (Ecclesiastes 7:12 KJV) Ask God for wisdom. Before you confront every enemy, ask God for understanding. Before you make major decisions, seek His direction. 𝙇𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 Your offering should not only leave your hand. Let it carry your heart toward God. Give with thanksgiving. Give with sincerity. Give according to God's Word. Support the work of God. Honour those who labour in the Gospel. Fulfil your vows. Help the needy. But above all, give yourself completely to God. Do not give because you are trying to manipulate God into giving you what you want. Give because He is worthy. When your heart is surrendered, your giving becomes worship, your prayer becomes fellowship, and your life becomes an altar unto God. 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 1. Father, give me a heart that honours You with my substance and with everything You have committed into my hands, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Proverbs 3:9 KJV) 2. O Lord, let every sincere offering I give according to Your will produce fruit for Your kingdom and glory, in Jesus' name. 3. Father, appear in every situation where I need divine direction and intervention, in the name of Jesus Christ. (2 Chronicles 1:7 KJV) 4. O Lord, give me wisdom and knowledge to overcome every hidden trap and make righteous decisions, in Jesus' name. (2 Chronicles 1:10 KJV) 5. Every hidden strategy of the enemy against my life, let divine wisdom expose and overturn it, in the name of Jesus Christ. 6. Father, give me grace to support Your work faithfully and to fulfil every vow I make before You, in Jesus' name. (Ecclesiastes 5:4 KJV) 7. O Lord, make my life a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable unto You, in the name of Jesus Christ. (Romans 12:1 KJV) 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 I declare that as you walk in obedience, worship, generosity, and faith, the Lord will give you wisdom for every difficult season. May God expose hidden traps, reveal hidden opportunities, and guide your steps into His purpose. You will not be destroyed by what you cannot see. You will receive divine wisdom to discern, divine strength to overcome, and divine grace to fulfil your destiny, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen. FOR QUESTIONS AND COUNSELLING: Author: Pst Angel A. Onuche Email: dragnetgospel[gmail].com WhatsApp: +2348062343560 If this message has blessed you, kindly like, comment, share, and follow for more powerful messages on prayer, sacrifice, spiritual warfare, deliverance, and Christian living. #ChristianGiving #DivineWisdom #PrayerAltar #KingdomLiving SHALOM ✋

𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂: 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐆𝐎𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄 BIBLICAL TEXT: Genesis 8:20-21 (KJV) After the flood, Noah did not begin by building a house for himself. His first priority was to build an altar unto the Lord. He understood that gratitude, worship, and sacrifice should come before personal comfort. His sacrifice rose before God as a sweet savour, and it marked the beginning of a new season for humanity. "And Noah builded an altar unto the Lord... and offered burnt offerings on the altar. And the Lord smelled a sweet savour." (Genesis 8:20-21 KJV) God never overlooks a genuine sacrifice offered in faith, love, and obedience. While we are saved by grace through faith and not by sacrifices, the Bible repeatedly shows that God notices wholehearted acts of worship, generosity, and devotion. Every sacrifice made according to His will is precious before Him. 𝘼) 𝙉𝙊𝘼𝙃'𝙎 𝙎𝘼𝘾𝙍𝙄𝙁𝙄𝘾𝙀 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘿𝙄𝙑𝙄𝙉𝙀 𝙍𝙀𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙍𝘼𝙉𝘾𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝙁𝙊𝙇𝙇𝙊𝙒𝙀𝘿 Noah's sacrifice came after a season of suffering, waiting, and obedience. Before asking God for anything, he chose to honour Him. As Noah's offering ascended before God, the Lord declared that He would no longer curse the ground because of man as He had done before. "And the Lord smelled a sweet savour; and the Lord said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake." (Genesis 8:21 KJV) Your sincere worship, thanksgiving, obedience, and generosity are never wasted. God sees every act of faithfulness, even when no one else notices. 𝘽) 𝙎𝘼𝘾𝙍𝙄𝙁𝙄𝘾𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝘽𝙍𝙄𝙉𝙂𝙎 𝘼𝙉 𝙀𝙉𝘿 𝙏𝙊 𝘿𝙄𝙑𝙄𝙉𝙀 𝙅𝙐𝘿𝙂𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 Noah's sacrifice marked the end of judgment and the beginning of mercy. The flood was over, and a new covenant of hope was established. God delights in showing mercy. Through Jesus Christ, the perfect sacrifice has provided forgiveness and reconciliation for all who believe in Him. There are also practical sacrifices that honour God today, including prayer, praise, thanksgiving, generosity, serving His kingdom, supporting His work, and living in obedience. "By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually." (Hebrews 13:15 KJV) Whenever we draw near to God with sincere hearts, we position ourselves to experience His mercy and grace. 𝘾) 𝙃𝙊𝙒 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝘼𝙇𝙏𝘼𝙍 𝘾𝘼𝙉 𝘽𝙀𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙀 𝘼 𝙏𝙀𝙎𝙏𝙄𝙈𝙊𝙉𝙔 𝘽𝙀𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙀 𝙂𝙊𝘿 An altar is more than a place of prayer. It is a place of surrender, worship, thanksgiving, and communion with God. As you consistently maintain your altar through prayer, the study of God's Word, praise, holy living, and faithful giving, your life becomes a testimony of God's faithfulness. Cornelius was another example of a man whose prayers and generous giving were remembered before God. "Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God." (Acts 10:4 KJV) God is not unjust to forget your labour of love. He remembers every sincere act done for His glory. 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀 𝘼𝙋𝙋𝙇𝙄𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 Many believers have experienced seasons when they felt unnoticed despite their faithfulness. Yet God's timing is always perfect. Noah waited patiently, remained obedient, and honoured God first when his season changed. Continue serving God faithfully. Continue praying, praising, giving, and living a life that pleases Him. Your labour in the Lord is never in vain, and in His appointed time, He will reward faithfulness according to His perfect wisdom. 𝑷𝑹𝑨𝒀𝑬𝑹 𝑷𝑶𝑰𝑵𝑻𝑺 1. O Lord, remember my labour of love and let my sacrifice speak before You, in the name of Jesus Christ. 2. Father, let every season of delay and hardship come to an end by Your mercy, in the name of Jesus Christ. 3. O Lord, make my life a living sacrifice that is holy and acceptable before You, in the name of Jesus Christ. 4. Father, let my prayers, praise, and faithful service rise before You as a sweet savour, in the name of Jesus Christ. 5. Every blessing delayed in my life, receive divine remembrance today, in the name of Jesus Christ. 6. O Lord, establish a new season of favour, restoration, and testimony in my life, in the name of Jesus Christ. 7. Father, let my altar continually bring glory to Your name and become a testimony of Your faithfulness, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen. If this message has blessed you, kindly like, comment, share, and follow for more life transforming messages on prayer, deliverance, and Christian living. #ChristianLiving #PrayerAltar #FaithInGod #SpiritualGrowth SHALOM ✋

𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂: 𝐒𝐀𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐎𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 BIBLICAL TEXT: Judges 6:25-26, 28-31 (KJV) There are battles that continue because evil altars have been given a voice over families, communities, and destinies. Throughout the Scriptures, God demonstrated that before He establishes His covenant, every competing altar must be confronted. A godly sacrifice offered in obedience to God can silence evil voices and provoke divine intervention. When Gideon obeyed God's instruction to destroy his father's altar of Baal and built an altar unto the Lord, he declared that the God of Israel alone deserved worship. His obedience marked the beginning of Israel's deliverance from the Midianites. God still honours sacrificial obedience. When your sacrifice is offered with a sincere heart and according to His will, He arises to defend His purpose for your life. a) Tearing Down Evil Altars Through Covenant Sacrifice God commanded Gideon: "And build an altar unto the Lord thy God upon the top of this rock... and offer a burnt sacrifice." (Judges 6:26 KJV) Before God used Gideon to deliver Israel, He instructed him to destroy the altar of Baal. This teaches us that every believer must reject every form of idolatry, compromise, and ungodly foundation. We do not fight evil altars by human strength but through obedience, prayer, faith in Christ, and wholehearted devotion to God. If there is anything competing with God in your life, it must come down so that His altar can be established. b) How Gideon's Sacrifice Provoked Confrontation with Idolatry When the people discovered that the altar of Baal had been destroyed, they became angry and demanded Gideon's death. "And when the men of the city arose early in the morning, behold, the altar of Baal was cast down." (Judges 6:28 KJV) Every genuine stand for God will face opposition. Darkness does not surrender without resistance. Many believers become discouraged when challenges increase after they decide to follow God wholeheartedly. Yet, opposition is often evidence that the kingdom of darkness has been challenged. Remain steadfast. God never abandons those who obey Him. c) When God Becomes Your Defender Against Household Enemies Instead of handing Gideon over to the angry crowd, his father defended him, saying: "If he be a god, let him plead for himself." (Judges 6:31 KJV) The God who called Gideon became his Defender. What should have ended in his destruction became the beginning of his promotion. There are times when household opposition, family traditions, or inherited patterns seem determined to resist your progress. Do not fear. When you stand with God, He stands with you. "The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace." (Exodus 14:14 KJV) LIFE APPLICATION Many people have remained in spiritual bondage because they are afraid to let go of sinful habits, ungodly relationships, or practices that compete with their devotion to God. True freedom begins when you choose complete obedience. The greatest sacrifice God desires today is not merely an animal offering but a surrendered life. "I beseech you therefore, brethren... that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God." (Romans 12:1 KJV) When your life becomes God's altar, He becomes your Defender, your Deliverer, and your Avenger. PRAYER POINTS 1. O Lord, expose and destroy every evil altar speaking against my life and family, in the name of Jesus Christ. 2. Father, give me the courage to reject every ungodly foundation and establish Your covenant in my life, in the name of Jesus Christ. 3. Every household power resisting my destiny, be scattered by the fire of God, in the name of Jesus Christ. 4. O Lord, let my obedience and sacrifice provoke divine intervention in every area of my life, in the name of Jesus Christ. 5. Every voice speaking against my progress, be silenced by the power of God, in the name of Jesus Christ. 6. Father, arise and defend me against every visible and invisible enemy assigned against my destiny, in the name of Jesus Christ. 7. I declare that from today, the Lord shall fight for me, and I shall hold my peace, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen. If this message has blessed you, kindly like, comment, share, and follow for more life transforming messages on prayer, deliverance, and Christian living. #Deliverance #PrayerAltar #SpiritualWarfare #ChristianLiving SHALOM ✋

Beware of Altars Outside the Prayer & Word of God An altar is a spiritual meeting point between man and the spiritual realm. In the Bible, altars were built to worship God, seek His presence, and make sacrifices. However, not every altar is from God. Many altars exist outside prayer, obedience, and the Word of God. When people seek power, solutions, or blessings from altars that are not rooted in God’s Word, they open doors to spiritual bondage and deception. God warns His people to beware of strange altars. 1. Altars Outside God Are Altars of Idolatry Exodus 20:3–5 “Thou shalt have no other gods before me.” When people abandon prayer and the Word of God, they begin to depend on other spiritual sources such as: Occult powers Divination Witchcraft Traditional rituals These are altars that compete with God. Example: King Jeroboam built an altar in Bethel to replace the true worship of God (1 Kings 12:28–30). That altar led Israel into sin. Any altar that replaces God’s Word and prayer will lead to spiritual destruction. 2. Strange Altars Invite Strange Fire Leviticus 10:1–2 “Nadab and Abihu offered strange fire before the Lord… and there went out fire from the Lord, and devoured them.” God rejected their offering because it was not according to His instruction. Today, many people: Look for shortcuts to miracles Seek spiritual power without holiness Depend on rituals instead of prayer But God only honors what aligns with His Word. 3. Altars Outside God Bring Spiritual Bondage Deuteronomy 18:10–12 “There shall not be found among you anyone that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire… or a consulter with familiar spirits.” These practices establish evil altars that bring: Generational curses Spiritual oppression Loss of peace Distance from God Many families suffer today because someone in their lineage raised ungodly altars. 4. God’s True Altar Is Built on Prayer and His Word John 4:23–24 “The true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth.” The true altar of God is established through: Prayer The Word of God Holiness Faith in God When believers maintain these, they remain connected to God’s presence. 5. Destroy Every Strange Altar Judges 6:25–26 God commanded Gideon to destroy the altar of Baal and build an altar unto the Lord. Sometimes deliverance begins when believers: Reject ungodly practices Break covenant with strange powers Return to God through prayer and repentance Conclusion Believers must be careful not to seek solutions from altars outside prayer and the Word of God. Any altar that does not glorify God will eventually bring destruction. Stay connected to the altar of prayer and the Word, because that is where true power and transformation come from. Prayer Points Every strange altar speaking against my life, be destroyed in Jesus’ name. Lord, reconnect me to the altar of prayer and Your Word. Every covenant made with ungodly altars in my family, break today in Jesus’ name. Father, let Your altar of righteousness stand in my life forever. Pastor Abiodun Kadri If you want to support our Ministry donate here. PayPal: abiodunkadri.k@gmail.com #StrangeAltars #WordOfGod #PrayerAltar #BewareOfAltars #BiblicalTruth #StayWithGod #SpiritualDiscernment #ChristianFaith