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Saturday, March 8
Mark 10:46-52

FOLLOWING THE SON OF DAVID

…Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. Mark 10:52, NIV

Jesus was heading for Jerusalem where he would be crucified and had to pass through Jericho, where He encountered Bartimaeus, a blind man.

Bartimaeus was a hopeless beggar until he met the Messiah. He was wise to cry for mercy, against all odds, that he may receive his sight and he got the miracle. Having received his sight, “he… followed Jesus along the road” (v. 52).

It is also the desire of God that we would continue to follow Jesus after receiving answers to our prayers.
Here are some lessons from today’s text:

1. Accept Jesus as your Saviour and Lord, and believe that His ability will bring your long-expected miracles.

2. Do not allow the crowd or circumstance around you to bar you from reaching Jesus. 3. Jesus will not ignore anyone who calls on Him. 4. Be specific about your requests – physical, spiritual, financial, and so on. Jesus will meet them all. 5. Continue in Him, even as Bartimaeus did.

• Birthday Blessing: “Blessed [is] the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.” Psalm 1:1

Read Bible Through Passage: Numbers 28, 29; Mark 11

God is far more willing to save sinners than sinners are to be saved. – J. C. Ryle

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Friday, March 7

Matthew 22:41-46

WHOSE SON IS THE MESSIAH?

What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is he...? Matthew 22:42, NIV

When Jesus had a dialogue with the offensive Pharisees who were mistaken about His personality, He asked them a question: “whose son is the messiah?” But they were completely confounded by this as they answered that He was the “Son of David.” The point is: Jesus knew His purpose on earth. So, He was never confused.

Have you discovered your purpose for living? This is one way you cannot be confused in life. Besides, if you must shut out the enemies of your progress, you need wisdom based on the Word of God to answer them.

Discovering your purpose will help you overcome all your challenges in life, career and ministry.

Do not allow any human being to confuse you. For Jesus, “no one dared question him anymore” (v. 46). Why? By wisdom, He silenced all His accusers. The wisdom of God, His anointing, and the knowledge of the Scriptures will help you silence your enemies too.    
• Birthday Blessing: “Then said Jesus to them again, Peace [be] unto you: as [my] Father hath sent me, even so send I you.” John 20:21

Read Bible Through Passage: Numbers 26, 27; Mark 10:23-52

I would sooner bring one sinner to Jesus Christ than unpick all the mysteries of the divine Word. – C.H. Spurgeon

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Thursday, March 6
Matthew 21:12-17

HOSANNA TO THE SON OF DAVID

... the children shouting in the temple area, "Hosanna to the Son of David" Matthew 21:15, NIV

When Jesus entered the temple in Jerusalem, it was to fulfil a prophecy (Malachi 3:1-3) and to set in perspective the principle underlining God's Kingdom. So, Jesus demonstrated His messianic authority by purging the temple, sending the money changers, merchants and other unauthorized people out of the temple. He
said: "It is written, my house shall be called a house of prayer; but you have made it a den of thieves" (v. 13). His purpose is to right every wrong.

The truth is, what happened in the temple in the days of Jesus is happening in the church today. Therefore, if our generation must shout hosanna to Jesus, wrong practices must stop. You must not join those who do wrong in the house of God because whether we like it or not, Christ will cleanse Hid Temple. Just as the kids cannot be stopped from praising God, so you cannot. Do not allow anything or anybody to prevent you from singing the praise of your heavenly Father.

. Birthday Blessing: And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform. Romans 4:21

Read Bible Through Passage: Numbers 24, 25; Mark 10:1-22

Our Lord had only one desire, and that was to do the will of His father; and to have this desire is characteristic of a disciple. - Oswald Chamber

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Thursday, February 6
Proverbs 28:18-22

SHOWING PARTIALITY IS NOT GOOD

To show partiality is not good - yet a man will do wrong for a price of bread. Proverbs 28:21, NIV

Partiality simply means unfair or biased support of one person or thing against another for benefit. For personal interest and gain, people usually deny others their rightful entitlements, thereby making themselves richer, while others become poorer.

Can you imagine an establishment where the principal officers collect huge portions of Christmas bonus, and still cut from the little that belong to the junior staff and add it to theirs?

Some people deny the most qualified people admission or appointment and give it to those who are not qualified because of money or personal interest. In fact, partiality has destroyed our nation’s main sectors: economy, education, judiciary, political, etc.

Today, God is speaking to you that partiality is bad, no matter who does it and for whatever reason. It is wrong and you must desist from it. We must avoid its attendant consequences which are:

(1) One who is partial will fall (Proverbs 28:18). That is, he will never shine because he is down (Isaiah 60:1).

(2) The man who is partial will suffer abject poverty (vs. 19-22). He may suddenly amass wealth for himself, but it will not last.

(3) He will be punished by God (v. 20).

• Birthday Blessing: The Lord will give strength unto His people…bless His people with peace. Psalm 29:11

Read Bible Through Passage: Exodus 35, 36; Matthew 24:32-51

Forgive me, Lord for prejudice - remove its subtle tie; oh Lord, fill my heart with your great love that sent your Son to die. - D. De Haan
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Thursday, February 6
Proverbs 28:18-22

SHOWING PARTIALITY IS NOT GOOD

To show partiality is not good - yet a man will do wrong for a price of bread. Proverbs 28:21, NIV

Partiality simply means unfair or biased support of one person or thing against another for benefit. For personal interest and gain, people usually deny others their rightful entitlements, thereby making themselves richer, while others become poorer.

Can you imagine an establishment where the principal officers collect huge portions of Christmas bonus, and still cut from the little that belong to the junior staff and add it to theirs?

Some people deny the most qualified people admission or appointment and give it to those who are not qualified because of money or personal interest. In fact, partiality has destroyed our nation’s main sectors: economy, education, judiciary, political, etc.

Today, God is speaking to you that partiality is bad, no matter who does it and for whatever reason. It is wrong and you must desist from it. We must avoid its attendant consequences which are:

(1) One who is partial will fall (Proverbs 28:18). That is, he will never shine because he is down (Isaiah 60:1).

(2) The man who is partial will suffer abject poverty (vs. 19-22). He may suddenly amass wealth for himself, but it will not last.

(3) He will be punished by God (v. 20).

• Birthday Blessing: The Lord will give strength unto His people…bless His people with peace. Psalm 29:11

Read Bible Through Passage: Exodus 35, 36; Matthew 24:32-51

Forgive me, Lord for prejudice - remove its subtle tie; oh Lord, fill my heart with your great love that sent your Son to die. - D. De Haan
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Wednesday, February 5
Psalm 82

GIVING JUSTICE TO THE WEAK
“Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless….”  Psalm 82:3, NIV

Today’s devotion is a continuation of what God started ministering to us yesterday. The message is a consolation for the oppressed, the weak and the helpless. It is quite amazing that God pays serious attention to these categories of people.

Are you currently being oppressed by someone you cannot possibly handle by yourself? Be encouraged by God’s Word today. He will intervene in your situation. Maybe the oppressor is even someone close: your spouse, children, parents, bosses, pastors, leaders, or even the government. Whoever it is is surely currying God’s wrath. So, relax; God is already fighting for you.

On the other hand, you need to examine yourself. Hope you are not also an oppressor to some seemingly helpless people. Hope you are not usurping authority? If you are guilty of any of these, you will need to repent today lest God rises against you as He did to Pharaoh. Some people treat their mates, spouses, children or wards as slaves or even animals. Heed God’s warning now and repent before it is too late!

Defend the cause of the weak and helpless. Strengthen them. Then, you too can be sure of God’s help.

• Birthday Blessing: Do not be afraid, O Jacob, my servant, Jeshurun, whom I have chosen. Isaiah 44:2

Read Bible Through Passage: Exodus 33, 34; Matthew 24:15-31

True Christian love helps those who can’t return the favour. - Anonymous

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Friday, January 31
Titus1:10-16

DENYING GOD BY ACTION
They profess that they know God but in works deny Him…. Titus 1:16, NRSV

A pastor boarded a commercial vehicle and the conductor deliberately by-passed him while collecting fare from passengers. When the pastor reached his destination, he brought out his fare and gave it to the conductor. He did not know that the conductor was a member of his church.

The following Sunday, the conductor came to the church and shared the testimony with the congregation that the pastor is a man of integrity, who does not only preach the Word of God, but also lives it.

Our actions speak louder than our voice. A little demonstration of Christian character is much more effective than several days of preaching and teaching. I know of a woman, from a Muslim background, who got converted just because someone demonstrated Christian virtue to her.

As believers, God expects more than mere profession of faith from us; He wants to see us live like Christ, practically witnessing the Gospel daily. The world also wants to perceive the aroma of Christ in our lives.

We are hypocrites when we profess to be Christians and fail to live it out. By this, we disappoint God and fail humanity. You either draw people to Christ or push them away by your actions. You will surely be rewarded for either.

As you go out let others see Jesus through your demonstration of patience, faithfulness, love, tolerance, gentleness, purity, generosity and other Christian virtues.

• Birthday Blessing: You will arise and show compassion on Zion, for it is time to show favour to her… Psalm 102:13

Read Bible Through Passage:  Exodus 22, 23; Matthew 22:1-22

The authenticity of your Christianity will be proved by your lifestyle. – Unknown