My God will save! There is this confidence the psalmist speaks with every now and then. Such confidence is what we can learn and emulate.
But I will call upon the Lord to save me-and he will.
Ps 55:16 (TLB)
Did you just see that confidence from the Psalmist? It’s amazing. And you too should have it. My God will save!
No matter how deep seated the trouble may be, just tell yourself all I need is about 10-15 minutes of prayers to God.
The psalmist said he will call upon God to save. He was so sure that God will not only hear, He will answer and do his bidding.
Another lesson here is that we should realize God answers prayers. My God will save. In another part of the scriptures, the psalmist said;
I pray to you, and you answer from your sacred hill.
Ps 3:4 (CEV)
What is that issue you have been trusting God for for months?
Is it about your school results?
Is it about your parents?
Is it about your friends or their families?
Call upon God for salvation and he will save. My God will save!
Your part is to pray, God’s part is to answer and He sure will!
Like someone once noted; if there is a man to pray, there is a God to answer.
Parents, lets encourage our children to always pray to God. They should be taught how to grow their faith by petitioning God from time to time as need arises.
Let’s not wait till they become teenagers before training them.
This is September To Remember – Day 20. September To Remember Fasting started few days back and has been a blessing. Ensure you join! You will find the video also below this post.
Scriptures for Today
September To Remember – Day 20
That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:
Eph 1:17 (KJV)
The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,
Eph 1:18 (KJV)
And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,
Eph 1:19 (KJV)
But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.
1 Corinthians 2:10 (KJV)
Prayer Points
September To Remember – Day 20
1. Begin to thank God for the twentieth day of the fast
2. Begin to pray for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation to know what God desires you to do in this season of your life.
3. Pray that the eyes of your understanding is flooded with light, to know the things you have in Christ.
4. Come against every form of blindness – blindness to your provision system, to-be spouse, business, etc.
5. Begin to create your marriage, ministry, business, etc with the mighty power at work in you.
6. Take authority over every negative spirit operating in your life.
7. Begin to pray that the Holy Ghost will open your eyes to know God’s will in your life.
8. Begin to pray for revival in your heart, so that you can be aligned to God per time.
9. Begin to talk to God about your personal requests
10. Go ahead and thank God.
Confession For Today
September To Remember – Day 20
In the name of Jesus, I have the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of God. I have an unction from God, therefore, I know all things. By the spirit of God, the deep things of God are made known to me. Things about my relationship/marriage are revealed to me. God is opening my eyes to the supernatural dimension to prosperity. I am not lacking in understanding.
The eyes of my understanding are enlightened. I do not grope in darkness. There is illumination on my path. I will not stumble. I will not fall. I have full grasp of what my portion in Christ is. According to God’s power in me, I walk in the supernatural. I receive all I have declared in Jesus mighty name, Amen.
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I still remember my wedding day. It was twenty-two years ago, in the city under the rock! The service was long, and the sermon was boring.
I can tell you what happens in a long service on a wedding day! The couples have left in their mind, and a major part of the crowd have left in reality, on their way to reception to wait for the main item of the day. A lot of people are not as concerned about the marriage as they are concerned about not missing the wedding “Jollof” rice!
By the time the church folks are getting to the reception venue, another set of crowds are already waiting! Those ones don’t attend church service. They are not interested in the church’s blessing.
This is why the family of couples usually gets bouncers!
The bouncers would keep unwanted visitors away! The bouncers are usually hefty-looking guys, muscular and well built to send fear to intruders!
In the same vein, God has given you bouncers to keep you from falling in love with intruders!
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Php 4:7 (KJV)
This bouncer is called the peace of God. Look at what it says; shall keep your hearts!
You don’t want your heart broken? This peace is the bouncer! You don’t want your heart violated and you end up being cheated? The peace of God is the bouncer!
Now take a look at the Amplified version.
And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding SHALL GARRISON AND MOUNT GUARD over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Php 4:7 (AMPC)
Garrison Mount guard.
This peace is like an army barrack keeping you secured from marital bandits and kidnappers! This peace wades off attacks like divorce, adultery, strife, and so on!
How do you find this peace? It comes when God has spoken. It is absent when you are about to make a mistake. Follow this peace. Follow this bouncer and you will avoid a lot of mistakes in your marital endeavor!
Be blessed this morning, as always!
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I follow the peace of God.
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Lord, lead me by your peace.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Phil 4:7 (TLB)If you do this, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will keep your thoughts and your hearts quiet and at rest as you trust in Christ Jesus.
ACTION PLAN FOR THE DAY Do you have peace about that decision?
Mr and Mrs Ade have been marriedfor some years. They had a close family friend, the Andys. They were so close that they built their houses beside one another. They were each other’s best man.
Down the line, Mr. Ade developed some erectile dysfunction which he refused to disclose to his wife. That was the first mistake. He dealt with the embarrassment by coming home late to avoid, love making with his wife.
Mrs Ade had a shop in front of the house with those long recoiling metallic doors that had to be pulled up and down.
When she would close in the evening, she would call on her husband’s friend, Mr. Andy to help her.
And that was okay. Till Mrs. Andy traveled during her study leave for about three months.
Mrs. Ade and Mr Andy became close. He would come to help pull up the shop door but they would talk for some time. Their “talk” graduated to their very private life being shared and before they knew it, they had slept together.
It came slowly, but it happened.
Why would that happen?
Firstly, there was neglect from both sides.
Secondly, they started talking intimately.
Thirdly, it looked like friends helping out each other.
The event, nearly tore apart the two homes because it was eventually discovered.
Such things would be discovered eventually! Take note of that.
The Lessons?
Try as much as possible as a married person to avoid sharing intimate experiences with friends who are of the opposite sex. Such actions will stir up unnecessary emotions and because you are already friends, descending the road to compromise becomes really easy.
The problem usually begins when there is a communication lapse between any couple. Avoid this as much as possible. Every void you leave open in your attempt to “deal” or “fix” your spouse increases sexual vulnerability!
Be wise! Hold your spouse closely and forgive quickly.
My name is Dunamis Okunowo. Good morning.
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I will not neglect my spouse.
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Pray that God will shield your spouse from the evils out there.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Psalms 55:21 The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.
What are you saying to your friends? What are you saying to your colleagues? What are you saying to your parents? Speaking the right words is very important in life.
What are you saying to your neighbors? What are you saying to those around you?
A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth, and the recompense of a man’s hands will be rendered to him.
Proverbs 12:14 MEV
Words are important to both genders, hence the need to use them wisely. The way you speak to those around you goes a long way. Speaking the right words is very important in life. How will you feel if someone constantly tears you apart with the words coming out of his/her mouth? Conversely, how will you feel if someone constantly encourages you with his/her words?
It has been observed that correcting children lovingly goes a long way to boost their ego.
Parents are advised and encouraged to use good words on their wards. Speaking positive words will help boost their confidence and increase their esteem.
Using harsh words when correcting children could negatively impact them. When necessary, let’s use complimentary words.
Learning to say thank you to our children when they run errands for us will go a long way to help their esteem. Yes, speak right words. Speaking the right words is very important in life.
Complimentary words make them happy and leave them beaming with a smile, eager to face the next task.
Prayer: Lord, help me to speak good words only.
Action plan: Learn to speak positive words; speaking the right words is very important in life.
Declaration: My children grow in the way of the Lord and they are encouraged by the positive words I speak towards them. My words nurture them and cause them to grow well and in the LORD. Amen
As they walked down the aisle, Kunle holding his bride, and their faces punctuated with laughter and sheer joy. Betty and Kunle are finally getting married and both of them were so happy.
They had looked forward to this day. Preparations were in top gear as they pumped millions into ensuring the day was glorious. They left no stone unturned, and both of them even borrowed some money for the D-Day. The day was colourful, and people went home belly-full. Everybody eat to their satisfaction as they hired the best caterer in town.
By the time they arrived at the honeymoon venue, they were both exhausted. And now, a new chapter of their life begins.
That day was super and that was it. The wedding was over and marriage began. Reality sets in. Few weeks after the wedding, the pressures showed up in their numbers and with the pressures are different scenarios.
My point this morning? We all put in a lot of preparation and resources into one day often at the detriment of the real thing. We spend millions on feeding guests while we cannot spend a couple of thousands required to take a good marriage counseling.
Here are a few things to note
1. Do not overstretch yourself because of a one-day event. It is foolishness to borrow and feed people while you spend the next six months in debt and are unable to feed yourselves properly.
2. Work more at the comfort of your spouse after the wedding. Some couples will sit on some golden beautiful settee on their wedding days and then arrange plastic chairs in the living room afterward. Who are we really trying to impress?
3. You and your intended spouse should draw a budget and work within the budget. Agree on how you want the day to look and prioritize your home after the wedding
4. Lastly, do not allow folk in the family to draw you into unnecessary spending. Be wise. Be circumspect.
I pray God to grant you more understanding
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I am wise and circumspect.
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Ask for divine wisdom to plan your wedding
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Matt 19:16 (AMP) So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
Praise God, We are on September To Remember – Day 19. September To Remember Fasting has been a blessing since the day we started. Get ready to pray and blessed today.
Scriptures for Today
September To Remember – Day 19
…Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:16 KJV
Make haste to help me, O Lord my salvation.
Psalm 38:22 KJV
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10 KJV
Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion;
Psalm 20:2 KJV
Prayer Points
September To Remember – Day 19
1. Begin to thank God for the nineteenth day of the fast
2. Go ahead and boldly obtain mercy from God concerning all of you and yours
3. Pray and ask God to help you find grace for today and this week
4. Pray and ask God to help you concenring any need in your life right now
5. Ask God to speedily help you in your relationship or marriage
6. Pray and ask God to strengthen you for profiting in your business/ministry/career
7. Begin to come against every spirit trying to frustrate you from receiving help from God and man
8. Pray against the spirit that confounds and that bring shame
9. Begin to talk to God about your personal requests
10. Go ahead and thank God.
Confession For Today
September To Remember – Day 19
I come boldly before God. I approach the throne of Grace without fear or trepidation. I refuse to be tormented by fear. I will not be overwhelmed. In my relationship/marriage, I obtain Mercy. The Mercy of God avails for me. I receive the help of God concerning my finances. God makes haste to help me. I am not stranded. I am strengthened. As I wait on the Lord, I am energized. God will uphold me. God will encourage me. God will smile on me today in Jesus name, Amen
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I love the way our Easternbrothers usually refer to their wives. They will say “My Woman!”
Well, your wife is your woman. She is yours and no other. So you simply take care of her.
“Oh yeah, Pastor, I am taking care of her.’
“Have you really asked her and engaged her to know her definition of being cared for?
It may be way different from what you think.
What a woman interprets as care is often influenced by a lot of factors which may include background, parental upbringing, schools attended, church attended, personality type, temperament, past experiences, and so many other factors.
This is where communication becomes really important. Talk about how she wants to be taken care of.
For some wives, it’s to take them out to eat in some fancy restaurants.
For some, it’s to take them out to see a movie.
For some, it’s to buy a surprise gift.
For others, it’s to discuss the gift to be bought. For example, my wife doesn’t like surprises. She wants to know and be involved in whatever you want to do. Your own wife may be different.
For others, it’s to sit down and talk with them.
For some, it’s to write them a cheque.
For some, it’s to go on a dream vacation.
Whatever it is, ensure you pay the price in the place of pleasing and taking care of your wife.
May God enable us to be good spouses to our loved ones.
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I know how to take care of my wife.
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Ask for divine wisdom to take care of your wife
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Matt 19:16 (AMP) So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate.”
ACTION PLAN FOR THE DAY Ask your wife what taking care of her means to her
You can overcome sin little children. This is what you should always have in your mind as you carry out your daily activities. Now what is the definition of sin?
Sin is the barrier that disrupts you from accessing God’s throne and His presence as you should. It is that one thing that blocks you from being with your heavenly Father.
In the old testament, the bible records that the temple had a place called the Holy of Holies where there was a veil covering it, but only the high priest could enter after he had undergone some cleansing rituals.
“But only the high priest could go into the second room, and he did that only once a year. He could never enter the inner room without taking blood with him. He offered that blood to God for himself and for the people’s sins…”
Heb.9:7 ICB.
After sinning, the enemy suggests to a person that God can never forgive, thereby encouraging them to run away from God.
If you allow the enemy to tell you that your shortcomings are so huge or terrible and that God can never forgive you, then you don’t know your God.
Your God is more than able to forgive your sins. He wants nothing more than to forgive you so that the two of you can be in a loving relationship constantly.
Never allow the enemy or anyone to tell you that God can’t ever forgive you. He gave Jesus for you. Jesus that was sinless to die for your sins that you may be called His son or daughter.
Prayer point: Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for granting me access to the Holy of Holies. I am glad that God will always forgive my sins. Sin will not overcome me. I will not hide in shame. Amen.
Action Plan: Stay away from all forms of sin
Declaration: God will forgive me of my sins. I will not hide in shame.
There are a few things every lady wants from her man. I will attempt to write about a few of them this morning.
Every lady wants a romantic playmate
A lady loves a guy who makes her laugh and who has endless romantic ideas. It’s cool to be a serious person, but you can’t be serious all the time! It’s not even good for your health! In an already tense environment, you must devise ways to keep her calm and laughing. She looks forward to a man that can help her unwind without compromising.
Every lady wants a spiritual guy It goes without saying that every lady wants a prayerful man, who can be a spiritual covering! They need someone who is romantic and who can also explain the book of Romans!
They want some who can spend, but who is also spent for God!
Every lady wants a guide She wants someone who can advice, not one that will adversely crush her spirit. She wants someone who can point the way, who will provide navigation for the family eventually. You see, the eyes are located in the head, and since the man is the head, he is supposed to provide the compass for the family.
4. Every lady wants a truthful man Every lady is looking for a man of integrity. Men who will say something and stand by it. Our generation is filled with too many insincere people! O Lord, give me a spouse that will be truthful.
Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?
Pro 20:6 (KJV)
Truthfulness is a legacy to leave for the children, and the children will eventually gravitate towards what they can see in their father.
Never cope with an impulsive and unrepentant lair. If you marry such, you might have to endure it for a lifetime. Whoever refuses to change now is not planning to change anytime soon.
5. Every lady wants a man who will allow them to be who they are. Nobody wants to be caged! She wants a man that will not be insecure as to limit her greatness. She wants a man that will give her wings to fly and help her fulfill all God has called her to do.
6. Every lady wants a man who is loaded in the pocket Ladies want to be comfortable and they want a man who can take care of them. Nobody wants to get involved with a liability! Every man should work! You may be out of job, but never be out of work. No lady wants to afflict her life with a perpetually lazy man! Get working!
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I know how to show love to my partner.
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Lord, help me to speak lovingly to my partner
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Most men will proclaim everyone his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? Pro 20:6 KJV
ACTION PLAN FOR THE DAY Show love to your spouse today
Today is September To Remember – Day 18. September To Remember Fasting has been a blessing since the day we started. Get ready to pray and blessed today.
Scriptures for Today
September To Remember – Day 18
For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward him. Herein thou hast done foolishly: therefore from henceforth thou shalt have wars.
2Ch 16:9 (KJV)
The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry.
Psalms 34:15 (KJV)
But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD.
Gen 6:8 (KJV)
But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.
1Co 2:10 (KJV)
Prayer Points
September To Remember – Day 18
1. Go ahead and thank God for the eighteenth day of the fast.
2. Pray to God to do a deep work on your heart, and align it to Himself.
3. Begin to come against every form of disobedience and rebellion to the Word of God in your heart.
4. Pray that God will show Himself strong on your behalf.
5. Pray that the eyes of the LORD will continually watch over you and your loved ones.
6. Begin to pray that you find grace/favour in the sight of the LORD.
7. Ask the Spirit of God to reveal to you things concerning your life and purpose.
8. Pray for the Spirit of revelation to rest on you and show you the wisdom you need to navigate out of every ugly situation in your life presently.
9. Lift up your voice and raise your personal requests to God.
10. Go ahead and begin to thank the Lord.
Confession For Today
September To Remember – Day 18
The eyes of the Lord is upon me and mine. I will not be afraid of what man can do to me. God is constantly watching over me. He looks after me when I go out and when I come in. In my business, God is showing himself strong. In my relationship/marriage, God is showing himself mighty. My heart is made perfect towards God. I am not of double mind. I am focused and my eye is single. In this season of waiting, God is hearing me. His ears are open to my cry. I find Grace before God. I find favour before man. I am helped of God and I receive the help of men. By the mercies of the Lord, nothing is hidden from me. I am not oblivious to the plans of the enemy. The deep things of God are revealed to me, in Jesus name I have declared.
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Words flew in the air likemissiles, accompanied with fire in their tails, landing like piercing swords in their souls, tearing apart and causing untold agony in the inner crevices of their souls. Like angry puppies, they bellowed at each other while their little daughter cried because she could not understand why “strong” daddy and “cute” mummy were screaming at each other vociferously! The veins stood up on his temple and her veins breathed hard from her neck. Then there was a knock on the door, and only then did they come back to their senses.
Words spoken in anger are debilitating as they are dangerous! Sadly, the words cannot be retrieved, they have gone into the belly of the sea within the soul, waiting to be retrieved for fresh scenes of provocation in the nearest future.
I want to show you a scriptural panacea for managing anger as couples.
The first rule is to ensure that both of you don’t get angry at the same time.
The second rule is that you must respond to anger or angry words with soft answer. If you can do this, you will minimize animosity in your home! Take a look
A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Pro 15:1 KJV
Take a look at what it says in the Message translation
A gentle response defuses anger, but a sharp tongue kindles a temper-fire.
Pro 15:1 (MSG)
Anger is a bomb! But you can defuse it. It is better to turn away wrath in your marriage with soft answers than to prove a point that ‘you are the son of your father’ or that you are the ‘man in the house.’
Does that mean that I should play the “fool” when I am being provoked? Yes! You will soon discover that you are wise and not a fool.
When you learn this, you will give the Holy Spirit a chance to help you at such times.
Good morning!
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I control my tongue. I do not speak irrationally.
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Lord, help me to speak lovingly to my spouse
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.Pro 15:1 KJV
ACTION PLAN FOR THE DAY Watch the tone of your voice during communication.
Have you lost an item before, how did you feel? Now imagine a little child misplacing an item. The chances of finding it is very slim; but God promises restoration for children.
And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.
Joel 2:25 (KJV)
This is one of God’s promises we can lay claims on. The promise of restoration!
The Lord is promising us total restoration. He has said we will find all we’ve ever lost.
So go to God with ‘Father to son’ important gesture and sort it once and for all.
We should daily read this scripture to our kids, so that they can understand the supernatural aspect available in God.
Declaration: My children enjoy divine restoration. They understand the supernatural. Amen
Here is September To Remember – Day 17. September To Remember Fasting started few day back as we wait on God for the unveiling of His plans for our lives.
Scriptures for Today
September To Remember – Day 17
Then thou shalt see, and flow together, and thine heart shall fear, and be enlarged; because the abundance of the sea shall be converted unto thee, the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee.
Isa 60:5 (KJV)
Surely the isles shall wait for me, and the ships of Tarshish first, to bring thy sons from far, their silver and their gold with them, unto the name of the LORD thy God, and to the Holy One of Israel, because he hath glorified thee.
Isa 60:9 (KJV)
Therefore thy gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought.
Isa 60:11 (KJV)
Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise.
Isa 60:18 (KJV)
Prayer Points
September To Remember – Day 17
1. Go ahead and thank God for the seventeenth day of the fast.
2. Pray that in this season God will bring you deliverance that cause you to be radiant and your heart filled with joy.
3. Begin to pray that the abundant wealth lying fallow in the earth be converted to you.
4. Pray to God to release angels to bring the wealth of the nations to you.
5. Begin to pray that they that are apportioned to be your sons will begin to aggregate to you from all over the world.
6. Pray that the LORD will glorify you on all sides.
7. Begin to bind every spirit that is in charge of ‘closing your gates’ to prevent wealth and kings from coming to you; declare that your gates are always open.
8. Pray that violence, wasting, and destruction be far from you and your land.
9. Lift up your voice and raise your personal requests to God.
10. Go ahead and begin to thank the Lord.
Confession For Today
September To Remember – Day 17
In the name of Jesus, the capacity of my heart is enlarged. My capacity is increased. I have the ability to receive more. I do not have a shallow mindset. I have the mind of Christ. Abundance is coming unto me. Wealth is coming unto me. Increase is coming unto me. Advancement is coming unto me. My sons and daughters are coming from afar. They are coming with their gold and silver. My gates are opened forever. I operate under open heavens. My needs are met supernaturally, day by day. The Lord is my shepherd, so I lack nothing in Jesus name, Amen.
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This is Part 2. I started writing on this topic yesterday. This morning, I will conclude. If you missed the first part, you can read it HERE
6. Don’t hold your lover in unforgiving mode. I learnt from my dad how to forgive quickly. He doesn’t know how to get bitter, and that has prolonged his life. You need that attitude in your relationship or marriage. You have to learn to lovingly overlook mistakes and errors and not be unnecessarily judgmental.
7. Do not feed your weaknesses Your strength is to provide needed balance in your marriage so that your strength will cover for her weaknesses and vice versa. Deliberately avoid feeding each other’s weaknesses. That way, you will grow faster.
8. Do not correct to hurt or in anger. Let affirmations be the landing place for your corrections. Learn how to correct in love!
O LORD, correct me, but with judgment; not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing.
Jer 10:24 (KJV)
This is how God corrects and this is what we need to imbibe as well.
9. Do not lead your lover into sin You are the greatest influence on your lover. Most of the time, he or she will do what you want or what you approve of. Do not lead each other or encourage each other into iniquity. Be circumspect.
10. Do not ignore the wisdom of mentors and superiors. God will usually surround you with mentors and pastors that can help you out in your marital journey. Ignoring them could be at your peril. The wisdom you will need in navigating the path of a successful courtship and eventually marriage is usually domiciled in your mentors around you.
Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.
Pro 20:5 (KJV)
Good morning.
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I know the things to do to make my lover feel loved
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Lord, teach me the things I need to know.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY 1 Cor 13:4 (AMP) Love endures long and is patient and kind; love never is envious nor boils over with jealousy, is not boastful or vainglorious, does not display itself haughtily.
ACTION PLAN FOR THE DAY Go through the devotional again and make plans.
Mr. and Mrs. George are two of a kind. They both have short fuses. They get angry so easily and frequently. As a result, they live in cycles of quarrels and strife. Before the last quarrel was settled, two fresh ones have started. As a result, they never really get to enjoy their married life. They were both swimming in the slimy waters of strife and perpetual bitterness and their arrogance blinded them to what they were missing with that posture.
Their prayers remained largely unanswered. Their peculiarity was that both of them were getting angry at the same time. Two guys were like that in the scriptures. They were eventually scattered.
Simeon and Levi are two of a kind, ready to fight at the drop of a hat. I don’t want anything to do with their vendettas, want no part in their bitter feuds; They kill men in fits of temper, slash oxen on a whim. A curse on their uncontrolled anger, on their indiscriminate wrath. I’ll throw them out with the trash; I’ll shred and scatter them like confetti throughout Israel.
Gen 49:5-7 (MSG)
That would be the end, scattered. Usually, these quick expressions of anger are a result of unresolved issues. This is why it is good and healthy to talk about issues troubling you and not sweep them under the carpet.
Nothing is swept under the carpet really, they only go into the depth of the belly, like magma within the crust of the earth, breathing, hot, and mad, waiting for an appropriate provocation to explode in a volcanic eruption.
As couples, ensure both of you do not get angry at the SAME TIME!
In fits of anger, poor judgment results, twisted conclusions are reached and very regrettable words are spoken.
When your spouse is angry, try and control yourself as much as you can so that the event in question is not escalated unnecessarily.
May God grant you more wisdom!
CONFESSION FOR THE DAY I am not controlled by anger
PRAYER FOR THE DAY Lord, help me to control my emotions.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Genesis 49:5-7(KJV)Simeon and Levi are brethren; instruments of cruelty are in their habitations. O my soul, come not thou into their secret; unto their assembly, mine honour, be not thou united: for in their anger they slew a man, and in their selfwill they digged down a wall.Cursed be their anger, for it was fierce; and their wrath, for it was cruel: I will divide them in Jacob, and scatter them in Israel.
ACTION PLAN FOR THE DAY Go through the devotional again and make plans.
