VOT: July 23, 2024-Fear Not “Peace and Joy boost our Strength” “Peace that surpasses all understanding” Peace Acronym P: Power to subdue and Overcome E: Everlasting Joy, Strength and Peace A: Anointing to soar higher C: Christ-centred and focused E: Exceeding Grace Joy Acronym J: Jubilation and Celebration O: Obedience is key to Possession Y: Yielded to the Holy Spirit The true and genuine peace we always seek for Has been provided for by Jesus Christ, our Saviour. It is very important to ensure that our joy is full and our peace is complete. This as mentioned is only possible in Christ. A deeper relationship with our saviour guarantees us everlasting peace. The good things we achieve or receive can only give us temporal excitement or cause us to react positively. Our true peace is hidden in Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace. Nuggets Peace Is enhanced by Repentance, Forgiveness and Reconciliation. Joy is guaranteed in Christ, even when the circumstances are not favourable. Prayer: Father, I surrender all my fears and anxieties to you and ask for your peace to abound in my life in Jesus’ name, Amen. “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”” John‬ ‭16:33‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭9:6‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”” ‭‭Nehemiah‬ ‭8:10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalms‬ ‭16:11‬

VOT: July 17, 2024 Outer crowd to the Inner Court “Divine Shift” The Beautiful Gate” PJ-factor (Peter and John) Our case study is the Man that was lame from birth who was daily laid at “The Beautiful Gate” at the ninth hour of Prayer. The fact that he was strategically carried to the temple at the hour of Prayer is significant because, that positioned him right to encounter Peter and John. They did not have what he was expecting or wanted, but they had what he needed. He needed Jesus Christ to come into his battered life to make him better. He was also at the “Beautiful Gate” but his life was not beautiful. Therefore, he also needed Jesus to make his life beautiful beyond being around or associated with beautiful people or surrounding. Nugget 1. No matter how beautiful you are, or your surrounding and things around you look, you are NOT beautiful without Christ. 2. Everyone needs a Peter and John (PJ-factor) to point them to what they need or who they need “JESUS” (WORD). This is Permanent and everlasting. On the contrary, what we want is often WORLDLY desires which is temporary and can easily fade away. Choose right by the help of the Holy Spirit. It is wise to invite Jesus Christ into your life so that you can move from the outer Beautiful gate to the Beautiful inner courts or His Holy presence where you can actually behold the beauty of the Lord. Prayer avails much with much Patience P-1: Purify your hearts through genuine repentance P-2: Position yourself to receive the Word P-3: Prophesy to the situation P-4: Praise God before, while waiting and after receiving answers P-5: Persistence-Refuse to quit and you are sure to win P-6: Presence of God P-7: Power of God released when Jesus takes over. P-8: Push (Pray Until Something Happens) the Violent take it by force P-9: Patience will make you wait till you meet your destiny helper “Peter and John” PJ factor P-10: Preach the good news of Salvation and win souls for Christ. After the man who was Lame received his miracle, he obviously went about sharing his testimony. J-1: Jesus is the answer to any question or puzzle that is not clear to the natural eyes. The supernatural power of Jesus overrules the natural. J-2: Joy comes after a season of weeping ( Psalm 30:5) J-3: Jubilation is the antidote of frustration. Paul and Silas sang hymns in the prison. Choose to jubilate and not stay frustrated even in the prison of life. “Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms from those who entered the temple; who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms. And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.” So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them. Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.” And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭3:1-8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

VOT: July 16, 2024 Times and Seasons belong to God “Pruned to flourish” Everyone is faced with situations or issues that can be classified as “Seasons” of life. For example there are reasons why we go through these seasons. It could be for us to gain experience, have better understanding of certain aspects of life or grow and qualify for the next level of life. It is wise and helpful on the long run to accept or see such moments or situations as opportunity to become better and not bitter. When you allow God to prune you through the tests or trials, you come out sharpened, stronger and more diligent. Pruning is the cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems, especially to increase fruitfulness and growth. It is cutting off bad fruits to give way to bear good fruits. P: Purging, Repentance, Confess and Forsake every evil and wrong doings R: Removal of weeds and tares U: Uproot every unprofitable seeds N: Nourishment-Word (Food and Water) E: Empty ourselves of every spiritual junk (bitterness, anger..) Exhibit Christ-like fruits D: Doer of the Word; Destroy evil works Flourishing Grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment. An instance of suddenly performing or developing in an impressively successful way. F: Fear of the Lord; Fruitful Vine (Faith in God) Favoured; Fountain of living water L: Love; Life in abundance; Light O: Oil of anointing, gladness; Overflow of Joy and Peace; Overcomer. Psalm 23:5; Obedience U: Unwavering faith; Unstoppable R: Restoration; Renewed Hope; Rejoice I: Inner Peace and Joy; Impactful S: Shine and Show forth the praise of God H: Holy Spirit filled; Helped, Hopeful “I am a true sprouting vine, and the farmer who tends the vine is my Father. 2 He cares for the branches connected to me by lifting and propping up the fruitless branches[a] and pruning[b] every fruitful branch to yield a greater harvest. 3 The words I have spoken over you have already cleansed[c] you. 4 So you must remain in life-union with me,[d] for I remain in life-union with you. For as a branch severed from the vine will not bear fruit, so your life will be fruitless unless you live your life intimately joined to mine. 15 1-3 “I am the Real Vine and my Father is the Farmer. He cuts off every branch of me that doesn’t bear grapes. And every branch that is grape-bearing he prunes back so it will bear even more. You are already pruned back by the message I have spoken. John 15:1-3 MSG

VOT: July 15, 2024- Sow the right SEED “Reap in Mercy” Hosea 10:12. One thing that is constant and apparent to all of God’s creation is sowing seeds. The onus is on us to intentionally sow in righteousness in order for us to reap in mercy. If you are not intentional or conscious of sowing good seeds, you may be sowing wrong seeds without your knowledge or understanding. It takes the Holy Spirit to quicken you or caution you to sow the right seeds. Therefore we must stay rooted and grounded in the undiluted Word of God. When you walk in obedience and manifest the fruit of the Spirit, you are on the right path and will surely flourish. On the other hand, when you walk in disobedience, you are also likely to be sowing the wrong seed which has negative consequences and could cause such a person to perish. Choose to flourish and not perish. The benefits that come with sowing the right seed of obedience are numerous, and will last forever as long as we stay faithful and diligent. Nugget: The bridge that will successfully cross you from the side of disobedience to the side of total obedience is genuine repentance. Prayer: Father grant me a repentant heart and cause me to sow in righteousness and heed to your voice, so that I may reap in mercy and uncommon favour in Jesus’ name, Amen. “Sow for yourselves righteousness; Reap in mercy; Break up your fallow ground, For it is time to seek the Lord, Till He comes and rains righteousness on you.” Hosea‬ ‭10:12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. ““Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the Lord, “Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool. If you are willing and obedient, You shall eat the good of the land;” Isaiah‬ ‭1:18-19‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies, Who satisfies your mouth with good things, So that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭103:1-5‬ NKJV. “‘Consider now from this day forward, from the twenty-fourth day of the ninth month, from the day that the foundation of the Lord’s temple was laid—consider it: Is the seed still in the barn? As yet the vine, the fig tree, the pomegranate, and the olive tree have not yielded fruit. But from this day I will bless you.’ ”” Haggai‬ ‭2:18-19‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: July 10, 2024- Preserved by divine association “P-factor” The right association or Godly relationship will always end in victory and uncommon favour. Lot was spared by divine association with Abraham, but his wife looked back and became a pillar of Salt. Noah was asked to bring his entire family under the ark. In the midst of the flood, they were spared. Ruth was preserved from further pain and shame when she decided to follow her Mother In-law, Naomi all the way back to her land of origin Bethlehem Judah. The four Hebrew boys: Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego were allies and emerged victorious throughout their battles both in the Lion’s den (Daniel) and the fiery furnace) for the other three, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego by divine association. They walked together in the fear of the Lord and made up their mind not to defile themselves of the King’s meat. P-factor P-1: Purpose in your heart to be in the right association and be intentional about keeping Godly relationship. It is in the right association that your destiny is secured P-2: Pray without ceasing and heed to divine instructions P-3: Praise God always, even in the Prison. Joseph was in the prison, but still utilized his God-given gifts to be a blessing to his companions. Paul and Silas praised God and the Prison doors were flung open for them to be free. P-4: Prophesy to your circumstance and command every yoke of oppression to be destroyed P-5: Preach the good news in and out of season, particularly in any group or association. Prayer: Father grant me the spirit of wisdom and discernment to associate with the right people and be preserved for your glory. “But I will establish My covenant with you; and you shall go into the ark—you, your sons, your wife, and your sons’ wives with you. And of every living thing of all flesh you shall bring two of every sort into the ark, to keep them alive with you; they shall be male and female. Of the birds after their kind, of animals after their kind, and of every creeping thing of the earth after its kind, two of every kind will come to you to keep them alive.” ‭‭Genesis‬ ‭6‬:‭18‬-‭20‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “But Ruth said: “Entreat me not to leave you, Or to turn back from following after you; For wherever you go, I will go; And wherever you lodge, I will lodge; Your people shall be my people, And your God, my God.” ‭‭Ruth‬ ‭1‬:‭16‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Now from among those of the sons of Judah were Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. To them the chief of the eunuchs gave names: he gave Daniel the name Belteshazzar; to Hananiah, Shadrach; to Mishael, Meshach; and to Azariah, Abed-Nego. But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s delicacies, nor with the wine which he drank; therefore he requested of the chief of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. As for these four young men, God gave them knowledge and skill in all literature and wisdom; and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.” Daniel‬ ‭1‬:‭6‬-‭8‬, ‭17‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: July 8, 2024-Grace as Gas/Fuel: Do not be a “Grace waster” The Word “Grace” is so commonly used, yet very powerful. It is not a “cliche” Many use the word “Grace” with a negative motive of not desiring to accomplish the set goals and with the mind that once anyone hears the word, they will be convinced that they truly mean what they say. However often times we discover that it is used in deception or without being truly persuaded. It has became an escape route or false excuse that is assumed to validate the intent of the heart. Some also feel it’s the best way to prove their sincerity. With these myths in mind, it is safer to trust God only and make room for any disappointments or unexpected drawbacks which is very common and may seem usual to men. The Word of God admonishes us not to trust man wholeheartedly because man is mortal and may sometimes be helpless even when there is a strong desire or will to be a doer of God’s Word. The greatest helper is God “The Holy Spirit” who equips and empowers us by Grace. Grace is a very essential need or necessity which is likened to Gas or fuel, that a vehicle needs to embark on or continue a journey. We, as God’s creation must constantly look unto God to supply this essential gas or fuel called “Grace” in order to have a safe and fulfilled journey in life. It covers every area of life and is a necessity just as gas is a necessity for any journey. Nugget: Acronym of Grace-Gas G.R.A.C.E 1. G: God factor makes it available. Grace is available, and is given freely to as many who ask for it. Please note the word “ASK” is key. It is not based on assumption because it is in varying measure. 2. R: Reliability on God. Without God we cannot obtain Grace. He is the author and finisher of our faith and is the supplier of the “Grace-Gas” 3. A: Availability and Ability are possible through the Power provided by Grace 4. C: Confidence in God-Christ-centred and Christ-focused 5. E: Empowerment and Exceeding strength beyond human comprehension. G.A.S 1. G: Go the extra mile to fulfill God’s will 2. A: Actively move you forward 3. S: Stay focused; Salvation guaranteed; Sufficiency. “And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” ‭‭II Corinthians‬ ‭12‬:‭9‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “We then, as workers together with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain.” II Corinthians‬ ‭6‬:‭1‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: July 5, 2024- Jesus, our Guarantor and Sure Foundation. Whenever we need to purchase earthly goods or anything we cannot fully pay for, we often ask for a guarantor. However, in Christ we have an eternal guarantee or security because He purchased it for man (us) for free with His precious Blood. Hence we can boldly approach the throne of grace to obtain mercy and find grace and favour any time we are in need. Unlike Man, Jesus is our surety, who does not expect material gifts from us except our willingness and obedience to hearken unto His voice or yield to divine instructions. When we heed to His voice diligently we receive unlimited blessings effortlessly. The struggle is eradicated and peace is restored. Jesus, “The Sure Foundation” guarantees Peace. He gives peace that surpasses all understanding. The strength and durability of a building is dependent on the foundation laid at the preparatory stage. If the foundation is not strong or solid, the building cannot last long. If we want our lives to be peaceful and joyful, we must give our hearts to Jesus Christ, the prince of peace and the joy of the world. A life with Christ is one of Peace and in one piece while a life without Christ is shattered or broken to pieces. When we come to Jesus Christ, He puts back the broken pieces into one beautiful piece like the puzzle. Jesus Christ is the sure Foundation that guarantees joy and peace. “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”” John 16:33 NKJV “Therefore thus says the Lord God: “Behold, I lay in Zion a stone for a foundation, A tried stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; Whoever believes will not act hastily.” Isaiah 28:16 NKJV. ”Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.“ Hebrews 4:16 NKJV ”By so much more Jesus has become a surety of a better covenant.“ Hebrews 7:22 NKJV ”But now He has obtained a more excellent ministry, inasmuch as He is also Mediator of a better covenant, which was established on better promises.“ Hebrews 8:6 NKJV. ”Therefore, brethren, having boldness to enter the Holiest by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way which He consecrated for us, through the veil, that is, His flesh, and having a High Priest over the house of God, let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.“ Hebrews 10:19-23 NKJV

VOT: July 2, 2024 The pathway to Victory Grace, Mercy and Favour=Victory “GMF=V” Our Victory through Jesus Christ, our Saviour Has been pre-ordained from the foundations. In the Creation, Man was declared as the carrier or conduit of Power. The Power was given to Man to dominate and subdue the earth. This is enhanced by our determination to do our part as God Has done His own part. Since our victory was settled already on Calvary, there should be no fear of losing because we carry the DNA of God which does not have defeat in, but rather guarantees us deliverance from every programmed destruction. The death of Jesus Christ on the cross was not in vain, but was actually to terminate every contrary covenant of death, afflictions, frustrations and condemnation. It replaces evil with goodness, mercy, favour, Joy and Peace Overflow. If the Son Has made you free, you are free indeed. Boldly receive your free gift of Salvation and unlimited benefits by the power and grace of God, Amen. Nugget Our victory is guaranteed because God Has given us a blank cheque by His “GMF” Grace, Mercy and Favour. Prayer: Father grant me the grace to work in agreement with Heaven to accomplish my earthly assignment and ultimately to be victorious on earth and in eternity in Jesus’ name, Amen. Our validation of the Victory we have is in: 1. The name of Jesus Christ 2. The Blood of Jesus Christ 3. The Word of God 4. The Holy Spirit “Seal of Promise” “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? This is He who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ; not only by water, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who bears witness, because the Spirit is truth. For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one. And there are three that bear witness on earth: the Spirit, the water, and the blood; and these three agree as one.” I John‬ ‭5:4-8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.” ‭‭Revelation‬ ‭12:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name,” Philippians‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭NKJV.‬‬ “He who sins is of the devil, for the devil has sinned from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil.” ‭‭I John‬ ‭3:8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬ ‭KJV. “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.

VOT: June 27, 2024- Hidden in the Obstacle is a Miracle. Mark 2:1-4. The four friends of the paralytic who needed a miracle of healing from Jesus Christ, the great healer demonstrated violent and desperate faith, tearing down the roof to get to where Jesus was. They cared less about the outcome and financial implication of doing the unusual, but we’re more concerned about the miracle they hoped for in the midst of the obstacle. The roof, which was supposedly a covering, in this case became an obstacle or barrier until Jesus appeared the scene. Before the manifestation of God’s power and performance of miracles, there are usually barriers or obstacles which are intended by the devil to discourage you, introduce fear, anxieties, doubt or unbelief. Choose to shun the deception of the devil whose aim is to stop you from receiving divine intervention and turnaround, and choose to take the risk or go the extra mile to save your soul our someone close by. All the glory goes to God, but you would have sown a good or worthy seed which may grant you a good or worthy harvest. Nugget: Whatever you make happen for others, particularly positively is a spiritual Investment will eventually come back to you as a spiritual benefit or good reward. David and Mephibosheth, Dorcas to mention a few. Choose to sow in righteousness and reap in mercy. Prayers: Father, grant me the grace to sow love and kindness, so that I will partake of your everlasting mercies in Jesus’ name, Amen. Acronym of Miracles M: Manifestation of the power of God. God makes a way where there seems to be no way I: intervention once Jesus is invited or steps in. Immediately Jesus appeared the obstacle disappeared. R: Restoration. Release your faith regardless of the difficult circumstances or harsh conditions (obstacles) A: Actualization. Again and again, Jesus is never tired of performing miracles C: Christ-focus and Christ-centred guarantees miracles resulting even in the face of obstacles L: Lean not on your own understanding, but trust God beyond the visible realm, because He exists in the invisible or supernatural realm where the miracle resides. E: Expectation will always lead to manifestation. This is the secret behind the actualization and making the spoken Word come to fruition. The Woman with the issue of Blood spoke what she believed out loudly without wavering, that if she could touch the hem of Jesus’ garment, she would be made whole. S: Stand and see the Salvation of God, having done all. “And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them. And when they could not come near Him because of the crowd, they uncovered the roof where He was. So when they had broken through, they let down the bed on which the paralytic was lying. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.”” ‭‭Mark‬ ‭2:1-2, 4-5‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Sow for yourselves righteousness; Reap in mercy; Break up your fallow ground, For it is time to seek the Lord, Till He comes and rains righteousness on you.” Hosea‬ ‭10:12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “At Joppa there was a certain disciple named Tabitha, which is translated Dorcas. This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did. Then Peter arose and went with them. When he had come, they brought him to the upper room. And all the widows stood by him weeping, showing the tunics and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them.” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭9:36, 39‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

VOT: June 20, 2024-Stay humble so you do not stumble A Beautiful Spirit is better than a beautiful body because at the end of our journey on planet earth, our body has not power to enter into God’s residence. Man is a Spirit, he possesses a Soul and lives in a physical Body which can be referred to as “The House” It is clear that the physical body has no plans and can never ascend to Heaven, but yet does everything possible to try to stop man from ascending to Heaven where he originally came from. It prevents man in a subtle manner through outbursts, wrath, deception, anger, bitterness, lack of forgiveness, resentment and much more. Therefore, the onus is on us to be wise to subdue our flesh and avoid every Pride of life, lust of the eyes and lust of the flesh. Therefore it is wise to attend more to our Spirit-man in total humility than our body. In as much as we have to take care of our physical body by eating the right food and maintaining it, it is more important to nurture our Spirit-man more by partaking and digesting the right spiritual food (The Word). When we walk in the Spirit and in obedience, our Spirit-man becomes “Beautiful” as we manifest the fruit of the Spirit. This must be our ultimate goal or good desire, to possess a “Beautiful Spirit” beyond “Beautiful Body” (flesh). Our victory is in our faith in the Word of God. On the contrary, failure to stand on the Word of God and humble ourselves under the mighty hand of God, can make such a person stumble or fall into the wicked hand of the adversary. We must be sober and vigilant, staying focused on the Lord’s side so that our victory will be guaranteed through our Saviour, Jesus Christ. We must strive or work hard to ensure that our Spirit man is “Beautiful” and aligns with the Spirit of God, by walking in the Spirit. We overcome by the Blood of the Lamb and by the Words of our testimony. “Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.” Galatians‬ ‭5‬:‭19‬-‭21‬ ‭NKJV‬‬: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. And those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying one another.” Galatians‬ ‭5‬:‭22‬-‭26‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.” ‭‭Galatians‬ ‭5‬:‭16‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.” ‭‭Revelation‬ ‭12‬:‭11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: June 19, 2024 Stay attached to Jesus, the Vine “Jesus, the True Vine” When you stay rooted and grounded, divinely connected to the true vine, you will surely be fruitful. You shall continually bear good fruit flourishing while your enemies are programmed for perishing. David and Goliath are good examples as well as Elijah and the Prophets of Baal. This is why it is wise to stand on the Lord’s side and not sit on the fence. Complacency is a sign of carelessness or spiritual laxity. The benefits of staying on God’s side are way much more than sitting on the fence or wallowing in sin or the valley of indecision. Elijah got to a point in his life when he had to take a stand openly to stay in the Lord’s side. He was not moved by numbers or the crowd. Nugget 1. One with God is a majority and will conquer any force or forces of opposition 2. Gods is always ready to contend with our contenders when we partner with Him wholeheartedly, not partially. 3. Although God is unchangeable, yet He changes times and seasons in our favour, ensuring that we continue to flourish ““I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you. Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw them into the fire, and they are burned. If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples.” ‭‭John‬ ‭15:1-8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ “You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain, that whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you.” John 15:16 NkJv “The righteous shall flourish like a palm tree, He shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Those who are planted in the house of the Lord Shall flourish in the courts of our God. They shall still bear fruit in old age; They shall be fresh and flourishing, To declare that the Lord is upright; He is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness in Him.” Psalms‬ ‭92:12-15‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Then Elijah said to the people, “I alone am left a prophet of the Lord; but Baal’s prophets are four hundred and fifty men. Now when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces; and they said, “The Lord, He is God! The Lord, He is God!”” I Kings‬ ‭18:22, 39‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

VOT: June 11, 2024 Shun mundane things “Embrace the Mindset of the Kingdom” M-factor” Since man lives on earth and sees things that are visible, it is natural to focus more on the material things or visible things of life. However, the invisible realm where God exists till eternity Has the best picture of every situation or reality of life. This is why God expects us not to limit ourselves through our own feelings or emotions, but rather create more room for those things which we do not m understand and will never understand. This is actually where giving people the benefit of doubt is very important in order to maintain peace all round. Let us create room in our hearts for the God who is constantly knocking at the door of our heart. As we let Jesus into our hearts, He is more than able and capable of fixing all things because He is the “All knowing God. Nuggets M-1: Make conscious efforts to let go of the excess weights that can pull you down or make you miss the purpose of God for your life. M-2: Make amends quickly once prompted by the Holy Spirit. God will never turn His back or despise one who Has a broken and a contrite spirit (pure heart). Be quick to repent and you will never be put to shame. M-3: Make adjustments that will put you fully on God’s side by maintaining an open mind, not allowing any negativity to cloud your mind or pollute your mind. M-4: Meditate on God’s Word often to have the same mind as Christ. This will aid your walk with God and make you to be more fruitful. “For we know in part and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect has come, then that which is in part will be done away. When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a man, I put away childish things. For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am know. ‭‭I Corinthians‬ ‭13‬:‭9‬-‭12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth,” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭5‬-‭10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.

VOT: June 3, 2024-Price (Cross) precedes Prize (Crown) The C-P-factor” The two words “Price” and Prize” sound alike, but are the opposite of one another. Price is the cost incurred or the cross we have to carry, while Prize is the reward or crown of glory, a blessing or gain coming after pain or sacrifice. Our saviour Jesus Christ is our heavenly role model while we have several examples of saints like Apostle Paul who suffered persecution and humiliation on earth before they obtained their Heavenly crown in glory. Our saviour Jesus Christ suffered on earth for the joy that was ahead and the glory reserved for Him in Heaven. He passed through the earthly pain, shame, pain and humiliation. This He endured by carrying the cross “C-factor” which was the pathway to receiving the crown in glory or the worthy prize and victory. The “Well done” or crown Jesus won did not come cheap. There was a price paid by the shedding of His potent blood on Calvary. In like manner if we claim Him (Jesus Christ) as our example, we must tap into the grace which was provided for us by the redemptive power of the blood. Every glorious destiny or purpose will be tested, tried and is expected to come out true, shining as Gold. Jesus Christ is the “Truth” that endures forever. While all other sources or men might fail due to their lack of ability and capacity, we can count on Him (Jesus Christ) to come out victorious as “winners” However we must make Him the bishop of our soul and our anchor, ensuring that we stay connected to the Holy Spirit by God’s exceeding grace. Nuggets “C-P” factor 1. Cross is the cost (Price) yields Crown (Prize) Your earthly cross represents challenges, trials or temptation which is the cost or “Price” with confidence that in eternity you will obtain a “Crown” and “Prize” (reward) worthy of the praise and glory of God. 2. Confidence & Purpose: Confidence and trust in God is essential for you to fulfill God’s plan and “Purpose” for your life. The temporal pain is working for you a permanent gain and greater weight of glory. You must have the “Overcomer mentality” 3. True Christianity is not denying the cross, but carrying it daily with the winning attitude and mindset, knowing that Jesus Christ is ahead leading the way, because He is the way, the truth and life. John 14:6. “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.” ‭‭II Corinthians‬ ‭4‬:‭17‬-‭18‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” ‭‭I John‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.” Luke‬ ‭9‬:‭23‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: May 30, 2024 Desperate Faith overlooks all odds “The Syrophoenician Woman” Matthew 15:21-28. The Syrophoenician Woman’s daughter was demon-possessed and she desperately needed Jesus to step into her situation and heal her daughter. For this reason, she was not offended by the words of Jesus, who was trying to make her understand her not been qualified by law to receive the blessing. When Jesus saw how desperate she was, He exempted her from the law and she received her miracle as her daughter was healed that same hour. ”Then Jesus went out from there and departed to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a woman of Canaan came from that region and cried out to Him, saying, “Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David! My daughter is severely demon-possessed.” But He answered her not a word. And His disciples came and urged Him, saying, “Send her away, for she cries out after us.” But He answered and said, “I was not sent except to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” Then she came and worshiped Him, saying, “Lord, help me!” But He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the little dogs.” And she said, “Yes, Lord, yet even the little dogs eat the crumbs which fall from their masters’ table.” Then Jesus answered and said to her, “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be to you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour.“ Matthew 15:21-28 NKJV.

VOT: May 27, 2024 Avoid excuses “Availability precedes Ability” Excuses short circuit blessings and makes you lose your ultimate reward. An “Excuse” in simple terms is giving a reason for not doing something or giving a helping hand in some cases. The act of giving excuse may be a genuine or truthful reason for refusal to do a thing or declining to offer help when requested for. At the instant an excuse is given it might seem acceptable, but on the long run it may negatively impact the person who constantly gives it. Therefore we must take heed and refrain from making it a habit of always giving excuses. One very clear case in the bible was the parable of the “Wedding Banquet” Initially, Jesus opened the invitation to all, but when they all started giving excuses, He decided to reach out to people who even seemed unqualified to be invited. He went to the streets or by-ways to invite people who probably didn’t know him or He didn’t know. To His amazement those that were given a short notice with very unfavourable conditions happened to be those who honoured the invitation and did not give any excuses but even came early to the banquet. In order words, the blessing was given to those that may have been unqualified in the sight of men. God qualifies the unqualified and multiplies grace upon the willing and obedient. Nuggets While men look for the able and qualified, God looks for the available though they may be unqualified. It is God that gives the ability once there is availability. Excuse could be as a result of laziness, slackness or slothfulness Excuses could also be given due to fear or lack of faith and trust in God or anxiety and uncertainty of the situation. Excuses could open the door for our adversaries to accuse us. Adam and Eve gave excuses for their disobedience at the garden of Eden. Many people still fall short in this area. Excuse will make you lose your chances or opportunities to those who are ready to go the extra mile or sacrificially give of themselves to do that which was ordained for the one who gave the excuse. Prayer Father grant me the grace to be obedient to divine instructions and stop giving excuses so that I do not trade my miracle or carelessly give my chances or opportunities to others who do not give excuses. “Then said he unto him, A certain man made a great supper, and bade many: and sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready. And they all with one consent began to make excuse. The first said unto him, I have bought a piece of ground, and I must needs go and see it: I pray thee have me excused. And another said, I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I go to prove them: I pray thee have me excused. And another said, I have married a wife, and therefore I cannot come. So that servant came, and shewed his Lord these things. Then the master of the house being angry said to his servant, Go out quickly into the streets and lanes of the city, and bring in hither the poor, and the maimed, and the halt, and the blind. And the servant said, Lord, it is done as thou hast commanded, and yet there is room. And the Lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled. For I say unto you, That none of those men which were bidden shall taste of my supper.” ‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭16‬-‭24‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭13‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭13‬ ‭KJV‬‬. https://youtu.be/j5aGrvqupyo

VOT: May 22, 2024 P.R.I.D.E: P-Personal-Ride “Pride is toxic” Pride can be abbreviated to “Personal Ride” This is because the focus and emphasis is usually on “Self” and it is subtle, always pretending to relate to others but with is a hidden personal interest. Everyone of God’s creation must be watchful of it (Pride) because often times it is not obvious physically, but reflects in our actions and reactions. It is not wise to be proud, because the same way people ascend to the top is the same way people descend to the bottom. Interestingly you are likely to meet the same person or group of people while on the journey either to the top or to the bottom. A good example is the life of Joseph and his encounter with his brothers. It was his humility that kept him calm and, he restrained himself from fighting back when they despised him and plotted against him. This was his lowest point or Valley experience, but he chose to stay focused on his dreams and vision. At the beginning his life looked like a puzzle, scattered, uncertain. He did not know how his story of life will end. To many, he appeared stupid for not responding to the attacks of his adversaries which unfortunately at that time happened to be his own blood brothers or family. The end of his journey proved that humility is not stupidity as most people think. Pharaoh recognized the power and wisdom Joseph had, but that did not make Joseph proud. He returned all the glory to God and that explains why he was elevated to the top. Nuggets 1. The fact that you are been mocked at or despised when you are still at the bottom, does not mean you cannot climb to the mountain top. 2. Also even if you are in the Valley of dry bones, you can change your status or condition through your prophetic confession and show casing your gifts and talents. 3. Joseph’s gift and talent made a way for him to ascend to the top to confirm the dream he had and to fulfill God’s original plan and purpose foe his life. He was not drowned in the pit, but made his way to the top of the mountain through faith and patience. 4. Others may find it difficult to point out Pride because it is a very contentious subject which no one ever wants to admit to. It is wise to take heed and be watchful to ensure you are not operating in subtle Pride. 5. The antidote of Pride is always an intentional act of humility whereby we have to subdue our flesh or allow “The Holy Spirit” who is our great helper to give us the grace to humble ourselves under the mighty hand of God. 6. Painfully, those who fail to humble themselves may forcefully be humbled by circumstances or directly by God. It is wiser to allow man correct us and give us the chance to be humble which is still safer regardless of how painful it is. 7. When we allow God humble us, it is very difficult to bear and can even have terrible or negative and unbearable effect. Prayer 1. Father please give me wisdom to humble myself willingly and not find myself in a situation where I am forced to be humble. 2. Father please grant me the grace to stay humble in whatever position or condition, so that I may obtain your mercy in any messy situation in Jesus’ name, Amen. “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” James‬ ‭4:6-7‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life. For these two years hath the famine been in the land: and yet there are five years, in the which there shall neither be earing nor harvest. And God sent me before you to preserve you a posterity in the earth, and to save your lives by a great deliverance. So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and Lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt.” ‭‭Genesis‬ ‭45:5-8‬ ‭KJV‬‬.

VOT: May 21, 2024-Win in the Spirit “No Profit in the flesh” Man is a Spirit being, he possesses a Soul (Mind) and lives in the flesh. The flesh is the least of importance and must be given the least attention. While the Spirit lives forever, the flesh decays on earth where it came from and returns to. When you have a good understanding of this reality, you will intentionally walk in the Spirit and nurture it more than the flesh. There is constant war or contention between the flesh and the spirit. It is our responsibility to subdue our flesh and be strengthened in spirit. The Spirit of God is always drawing or attracting men as magnet. However, He is gentle and cannot force anyone. Nugget When you are spiritually sensitive, you can lay hold of the best of Heaven’s blessings because your spirit is directly connected or plugged on to the socket of the Holy Spirit. No battle can be won when fought in the flesh. It is written that the weapons of our warfare are not canal, but rather, they are spiritual. God Has commanded us and expects us to contend and fight with spiritual weapons and not canal weapons. Canal weapons: Examples of canal weapons are: arguments, quarrels, backbiting, slandering, malice, enmity, hatred, bitterness. Spiritual Weapons: Examples of spiritual weapons are: meditation and confession of the Word, prayer and fasting, self control, praying in tongues. “This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would. But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law. Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.” Galatians‬ ‭5‬:‭16‬-‭25‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “Thou art my battle axe and weapons of war: for with thee will I break in pieces the nations, and with thee will I destroy kingdoms;” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭51‬:‭20‬ ‭KJV. “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭5‬:‭4‬-‭5‬ ‭KJV. “It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.” ‭‭John‬ ‭6‬:‭63‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; and having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.” ‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭10‬:‭3‬-‭6‬ ‭KJV‬‬

VOT: May 16, 2024 The Glory and Beauty of Humility. Heaven’s template” Humility is not stupidity. To men it might appear to be, but to God, it is the greatest wisdom we can demonstrate to mankind on earth. Heaven applauds us and promotes us when we live a life of total humility. Our crown is reserved for us in Heaven just as our saviour Jesus Christ received His crown and so many others who had to humble themselves to serve man. Jesus set a good example by laying down His blessed life for mankind. He gave His life freely to man as a demonstration of the love He Has for us. We are called to follow the good example Jesus set while on earth in human flesh. When we humble ourselves, we will see the mighty hand of God in action in all areas of our lives. It takes humility to accept wrong sometimes when you are right just to be at peace with all men. Sometimes we are made to suffer for what we are innocent of, just like Jesus did. Humility simply means we must subdue our flesh to come under the dictates of the indwelling spirit of God in us. To drop offence and forgive even when it is difficult is a sign of humility. Just like Jesus did, Joseph, David and so many others did you can choose humility and see yourself exalted just as they were to their Palace or throne. Humility promotes peace and unity. Psalm 133 Acronym of Humility H: Heart. It starts from the heart. A pure and contrite heart the Lord will not despise. Hallow the name of God by a heart of worship. Help from above. Looking on to God U: Under the mighty hand of God M: Meekness or teachable spirit I: Intentional L: Love of Christ; Learn from God’s Word I: Integrity of Heart and a contrite spirit. Joseph and David. T: Trust God totally Y: Yield totally to the Holy Spirit “But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.” James‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬ ‭KJV. “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: A broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.” Psalm‬ ‭51‬:‭17‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “The eternal God is thy refuge, And underneath are the everlasting arms: And he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; And shall say, Destroy them.” Deuteronomy‬ ‭33‬:‭27‬ ‭KJV. “Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:” 1 Peter‬ ‭5‬:‭6‬ ‭KJV‬‬. “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, Even Aaron's beard: That went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, And as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: For there the LORD commanded the blessing, Even life for evermore.” Psalm‬ ‭133‬:‭1‬-‭3‬ ‭KJV‬‬

VOT: May 14, 2024-Divine Alignment “Power of Agreement” The Spirit bears witness in Heaven and on Earth. When Jesus Christ finished His divine assignment on planet earth, He handed Man to God, The Holy Spirit. This is why we must ensure that we have good relationship and fellowship with Him, the third person in the “Trinity” We achieve more success when we work in unity by joint effort and with the mind of Christ. The Holy Spirit is the connecting factor between The Heavenly realm and The Earthly realm. When two or more come together in agreement, joining their faith, resources, time and much more together with the goal of accomplishing any project either in the world or in God’s Kingdom, God honours it. This is because God Himself laid the same pattern or example at the beginning. There is agreement in Heaven between God The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit, starting from the Creation and always. The Godhead (Trinity) in agreement were successful and even surpassed their goal and accomplished their mandate of Creation, seeing the earth is beautiful and also Man who was created in their image and likeness. There are rewards or benefits when we work in unity or agreement. We must work in unity on earth and be in one accord. After Jesus ascended to Heaven, He asked the Apostles to wait for the visitation of Holy Spirit in Jerusalem. He also later descended to fellowship with them at the Upper room, where the power of God descended and great signs and wonders followed afterwards. There must be witnesses on earth just as there is in Heaven. Just as in Heaven the Trinity are in agreement, on earth there are three that must be in agreement. The Spirit, The Water (Word) and The Blood. Our coming together to fellowship with each other ensures that we are obeying Heaven’s mandate of not forsaking the assembling of one another. This must be done in the unity of the Spirit in fulfillment of God’s plan and purpose. This was why Jesus always spent time teaching his disciples who later became Apostles. We must do same for one another. “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, Running down on the beard, The beard of Aaron, Running down on the edge of his garments. It is like the dew of Hermon, Descending upon the mountains of Zion; For there the Lord commanded the blessing— Life forevermore.” Psalms‬ ‭133:1-3‬ ‭NKJV. ““Again I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭18:19‬ ‭NKJV‬‬. “And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, “which,” He said, “you have heard from Me;” Acts‬ ‭1:4‬ ‭NKJV‬. “For there are three that bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one. And there are three that bear witness on earth: the Spirit, the water, and the blood; and these three agree as one.” I John‬ ‭5‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

VOT: May 9, 2024 Beyond Silver and Gold “The Beautiful Gate Encounter” Acts 3:1-9. The Lame Man at the beautiful gate was made to believe that all he needed was “Silver and Gold” because he received financial help from passers by. However, life goes beyond silver and gold. Interestingly as simple it might sound, many still communize or trivialize their relationship with God. The trick of the devil is to make you feel inadequate and undermine the power you have received from God. Peter and John took a different stand and decided to show case the power of God that they carried and open the eyes of understanding of the Lame Man to understand that there is a supernatural power that can intervene in any and every airy and turn the situation around for good. They believed that all we need to access great treasures prepared by God is not just natural or superficial, but rather supernatural. The introduced the Lame Man to Jesus Christ the anointed one, who was able to transform his life for good and do beyond what “Silver and Gold. Eventually as they commanded him to rise up and walk, the testimony moves beyond just leaping for joy, but he obviously be slumped independent and must have been able to gain much more than what “Silver and Gold” had to offer him. The fact that the Man at the beautiful gate was strategically carried to the temple at the hour of Prayer is significant because, that positioned him right to encounter Peter and John. They did not have what he was expecting or wanted, but they had what he needed. He needed Jesus Christ to come into his battered life to make him better. He was also at the “Beautiful Gate” but his life was not beautiful. Therefore, he also needed Jesus to make his life beautiful beyond being around or associated with beautiful people around him who only had silver and gold to offer him. Nugget 1. No matter how beautiful you are, or your surrounding and things around you look, you are NOT beautiful without Christ. 2. Everyone needs a Peter and John (PJ-factor) to point them to what they need or who they need “JESUS” (WORD). This is Permanent and everlasting. On the contrary, what we want is often WORLDLY desires which is temporary and can easily fade away. Choose right by the help of the Holy Spirit. It is wise to invite Jesus Christ into your life so that you can move from the outer Beautiful gate to the Beautiful inner courts or His Holy presence where you can actually behold the beauty of the Lord. Prayer avails much with much Patience P-1: Purify your hearts through genuine repentance P-2: Position yourself to receive the Word P-3: Prophesy to the situation P-4: Praise God before, while waiting and after receiving answers P-5: Persistence-Refuse to quit and you are sure to win P-6: Presence of God P-7: Power of God released when Jesus takes over. P-8: Push (Pray Until Something Happens) the Violent take it by force P-9: Patience will make you wait till you meet your destiny helper “Peter and John” PJ factor “Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms from those who entered the temple; who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms. And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.” So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them. Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.” And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God.” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭3:1-8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬.