*🕊 DOMINION DAILY DEVOTION ~ DAY 109* *DATE: 19TH APRIL 2026* *TOPIC: TOTAL SURRENDER: THE PATHWAY TO GODS FULL EXPRESSION* *ANCHOR SCRIPTURE:— GALATIANS 2:20 (NKJV)* “ *I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me…”* *Devotional Message:* In history, nations that were colonized reflected the culture, language, and systems of their colonizers. In the same way, when a believer is fully yielded to the Holy Spirit, his life begins to reflect the nature, character, and authority of God’s Kingdom. This transformation, however, is not partial—it is the result of total surrender. When the Holy Spirit governs a life, the Word of God becomes the final authority. Desires are aligned with God’s will, and one’s conduct reflects the nature of Christ. Such a believer is led by the Spirit in all things. The challenge with many believers today is partial submission. God is allowed access to certain areas, while others are retained under personal control. This limits the manifestation of God’s glory, because He does not take partial lordship—He desires full authority over our lives. The patriarchs experienced tangible manifestations of God’s presence because they yielded completely. Abraham demonstrated this when he was willing to offer Isaac, showing that he recognized that everything he had belonged to God. Beloved, true surrender means acknowledging that your life, your resources, your plans, and your desires all belong to God. When this understanding becomes a reality, the Holy Spirit is given full access to lead, shape, and use you. God’s glory is not absent because He is unwilling—it is often limited by the measure of our surrender. *Prayer:* Heavenly Father, I thank You for calling me into a life of surrender. I yield every area of my life to You—my thoughts, desires, plans, and actions. Let Your Word be the final authority in my life. Holy Spirit, take full control and lead me in all things. Let my life reflect Your nature and reveal Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen. *Daily Bible Reading:* Galatians 2:15–21, Romans 8:12–17, Genesis 22:1–14, Luke 9:23–26 *Author* : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi *Contact :* *Email* :Dominionvoicesminisrty[gmail].com *Facebook* : Alfred Wabuko Manyasi *🌐 Dominion Daily Devotion,2026* *© Dominion Voices Ministry*

Are we the generation that will see the return of Christ? So there’s a theory that God has a 7000 year timeline for humanity and at that 7000 year mark is when Christ returns. According to the biblical timeline: ➡️ Adam to Abraham is roughly 2000 years. ➡️ Abraham to Christ is 2000 years. ➡️ And Christ to today is almost 2000 years. And if we add 2000 years to when Christ died, which was between 30AD-33AD, that would put his return at 2030-2033! It’s interesting to note that God created the universe in 6 days and rested on the 7th, and, “A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day.” (2 Peter 3:8). Likewise, humanity has worked and toiled since Adam for the past 6000 years. But when Christ returns he will rule and reign in the Millennial Kingdom for 1000 years during that 7000th year and his children will finally enter his rest (Revelation 20)👑 In the same way, God worked for 6 days and rested on the 7th! We can all sense that something big is coming. Everything is intensifying and crescendoing into some sort of climax 🕗 And I don’t think it’s a coincidence that we are nearing the end of our 6000th year and approaching our 7000th. And before you guys says, “No one knows the day or hour,” • Jesus actually rebuked the religious leaders at that time because they didn’t recognize their own Messiah (Matthew 16:1-4). • And the parable of the fig tree tell us that we can know the signs of the times and how near his return is (Matthew 24:32-34). • And Paul even tells us that “this day shouldn’t come upon us like a thief.” It should not catch us by surprise and we should be watchful and looking. With this 7000 year timeline, the infrastructure for the one world antichrist system being built right now, Israel coming back into their land in 1948 after 2000 years of exile, and all the other end times bible prophecy being fulfilled…we may not know the day or hour, but we can know the season.

STORACALS OF PROPHECY # 18 STORACALS OF PROPHECY # 18 Hello friends, family, and my brothers, and sisters in Christ. This is Brother Johnny Gass. Welcome to Bible study. Study to show thyself to approved unto God, a Workman unashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 Please share these lessons with everyone you know for the expansion of the kingdom of God. Windows of Heaven: The Basics and Blessings of Tithing Jacob had never felt so destitute and alone -- and it was all because he had been devious and greedy. First Jacob had bribed Esau, his elder twin, into selling his birthright. Then, with his mother's help, he tricked his blind father, Isaac, into giving him the paternal blessing that rightfully belonged to Esau. Now Jacob was fleeing from home, partly to escape the murderous threats of his offended brother. He bowed his head and cried when he thought of how all his grasping plans had backfired. Alone in the wilderness, with only a stone for a pillow and a stick for protection, Jacob tried to rest. He wondered if he would ever see his parents again and if God would forgive him. Exhausted, Jacob drifted off to sleep. Soon he found himself bathed in the brilliant glow of a vivid dream. He saw a blazing light streaming from the open heavens, with a beautiful stairway spanning from the glory above to the earth below. There were countless shimmering angels traveling up and down this ladder. Then Jacob heard the Lord speak from heaven and promise to bless him in his journey. The Lord also confirmed with Jacob the same covenant He had made with Abraham and Isaac. When he awoke, Jacob fell on his knees and made a vow to abandon his greedy ways. He promised, "Of all that thou shalt give me I will surely give the tenth unto thee." Genesis 28:22. God accepted this vow and opened the windows of heaven so that when Jacob returned home 20 years later, he had become a very prosperous and generous man. 1. Where did Jacob learn the concept of returning a tenth to God? Genesis 14:18, 20. And Melchizedek ... was the priest of the most high God. ... And he [Abraham] gave him ______ of all. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Tithe is one-tenth of a person's income. In fact, the word "tithe" simply means "a tenth." Jacob's grandfather, Abraham, set an example many years earlier by giving a tithe to God's priest, Melchizedek. 2. What portion of our income belongs to God? Leviticus 27:30. All the ______ ... is the Lord's: it is holy unto the Lord. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Technically, 100 percent of all we have belongs to God. Psalms 24:1 The earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. But God asks us to acknowledge that we believe it all belongs to Him by returning a tithe, or 10 percent of our increase. 3. What does God do with our tithe? Numbers 18:21, 24. I have given the children of ____ all the tenth in Israel for an inheritance, for their service which they serve. ... The tithes of the children of Israel, ... I have given to the __________tes to inherit. 1 Corinthians 9:13, 14 Do ye not know that they which minister about holy things live of the things of the temple? and they which wait at the altar are partakers with the altar? Even so hath the Lord ordained that they which preach the gospel should live of the gospel. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: In the Old Testament, God directed that the tithe be used to support the Levites, who were His ministers. In 1 Corinthians 9:13, God says that just as the priests of old were paid from the tithe of the temple, so gospel ministers today should be paid from tithe given through the church. 4. Is the tithing system part of Moses' old law, which ended at the cross? Genesis 28:20, 22. And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, ... of all that thou shalt __________ me I will surely ____ the tenth unto thee. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: No! Both Abraham and Jacob gave a tenth of their income to God long before Moses' law was given. Because it pre-dated Sinai, we know that it was not part of the ceremonial law that ended at the cross. The law of tithing is God's plan for support of the ministry, and it remains in effect today. 5. But didn't Jesus condemn the tithing plan? Matthew 23:23. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithes of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ____ ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: No. Jesus saw that the miserly Pharisees were counting out individual leaves and tiny seeds for tithe instead of taking it to the temple by the bushel. Therefore He rebuked them for being so exact in tithe while failing in judgment, mercy, and faith. He did not condemn them for tithing, but for ignoring the other great principles of Christianity. That is why Jesus said, "These ought ye to have done [speaking of tithing], and not to leave the other undone." 6. What amazing promise does God make about tithing? Malachi 3:10. Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, ... and _____ me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: God is saying: "If you are doubtful, try tithing as an experiment. Test Me, and see if I won't return to you a blessing too vast for you to receive." Hundreds of thousands of tithepayers will tell you that it is true. You cannot out-give God! 7. God tells His people to bring all of the tithe into the storehouse. What does that mean? Nehemiah 13:12. Then brought all Judah the tithe of the corn and the new wine and the oil unto the ___________. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: The storehouse is the treasury of God's church. (The Bible margin equates "treasuries" with "storehouses".) In Malachi 3:10, God refers to the storehouse as "mine house," which means His church, or temple. Other texts that refer to the storehouse as the temple, or temple treasury, are 1 Chronicles 9:26 (see margin); 2 Chronicles 31:11, 12 (see margin); and Nehemiah 10:37, 38. So it is obvious that the storehouse is God's church treasury. 8. When we tithe, who really receives our money? Colossians 3:23. And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the ______, and not unto men. Hebrews 7:8 And here men that die receive tithes; but there he [Jesus] receiveth them. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: We need to always remember that we are not returning our tithe to people, but to God. It belongs to Him. We need not worry about how the tithe is used if we give it to God. He is big enough to take care of His own money and to properly handle anyone who may be irresponsible in managing His funds. 9. In addition to my tithe, which belongs to God, what else does He ask of His people? Psalms 96:8. Bring an ________, and come into his courts. Malachi 3:8 Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and __________s. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: The Lord asks us to give freewill offerings as an expression of our love for Him and our thanksgiving for His blessings. 10. How much should we give as offerings? 2 Corinthians 9:7. Every man according as he purposeth in his _____, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: The Bible does not set a specific amount. Each person decides how much to give for freewill offerings, as God impresses. 11. What test did Adam and Eve fail that we must pass if we expect to inherit God's kingdom? Genesis 3:3. But of the fruit of the ____ which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: God told Adam and Eve they could eat the fruit of all the trees of the garden except one--the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. They were not to eat of that tree or even touch it, else they would die. God did not put an electric fence around the tree. Rather, He kept it where they could reach out and take the fruit. And they did, because they did not trust God. Today, God gives us all the same test. He says, "You can keep all the money that comes to you, except one tenth. That money is Mine. Don't take it." However, He leaves it where we can reach out and take it, if we so desire. But when we do, we repeat the sin of Adam and Eve. God did not need the fruit of the special tree. It was a test of their loyalty. Neither does He need our tithe. He owns everything! It is a test of our love, loyalty, and trust 12. What commandment are we breaking when we refuse to return tithes and offerings to God? Exodus 20:15. Thou shalt not _____. Malachi 3:8 Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: God says those who are knowingly unfaithful in tithes and offerings are robbers. It is bad enough when men steal from one another, but it is a terrifying thought that people would dare to steal from God! It is also hard to believe that people would stoop so low as to steal money that God has designated for spreading the gospel to the lost. 13. What does God say will happen to those who knowingly rob Him of tithe and offerings? Malachi 3:9. Ye are ______ with a curse: for ye have robbed me, even this whole nation. 1 Corinthians 6:10 Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Those who are not faithful in tithes and offerings are cursed, and unless they change, they will be shut out of God's kingdom as thieves. 14. Why is covetousness so dangerous? Luke 12:34. For where your ________ is, there will your heart be also. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Covetousness is lethal because our hearts follow our investments. If my focus is on accumulating more and more money, my heart becomes covetous, grasping, and proud. But if my focus is on advancing God's work, my heart becomes caring, loving, liberal, and humble. Our hearts inevitably follow our treasure. We must never forget that it was Judas' greed and love for money that led him to betray Jesus for 30 pieces of silver (Matthew 26:14-16). 15. How do you suppose Jesus feels when we rob Him of tithes and offerings? Hebrews 3:10. Wherefore I was _______ with that generation, and said, They do always err in their heart. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Jesus probably feels much as a parent would whose child steals money from his wallet. Losing the money is not the big thing. Rather, it is the child's lack of integrity, love, and trust that is deeply disappointing. Surely none of us want to grieve the heart of our Saviour. 16. What other Bible principles does God share in regard to giving? 2 Corinthians 8:5. They ... first gave their own ______ to the Lord. Proverbs 3:9 Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase. Proverbs 11:24, 25 There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that witholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty. The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself. Acts 20:35 It is more blessed to give than to receive. Luke 12:21 He that layeth up treasure for himself ... is not rich toward God. Luke 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. 1 Corinthians 16:2 Let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him. Deuteronomy 16:17 Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord thy God which he hath given thee. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Nine-tenths of my income with God's blessing will go much further than ten-tenths without it. Incidentally, when God opens the windows of heaven, His blessings are not always financial. They may include such things as good health, peace of mind, answered prayers, protection, a close-knit and loving family, physical strength, ability to make wise decisions, a closer walk with Jesus, success in soul-winning, an old car kept running, etc. If we truly love Jesus, giving sacrificially for His work will never be a burden. Rather, it is a blessing--a glorious privilege that we will perform with great joy and satisfaction. 17. What did the ladder that Jacob saw in his dream represent? John 1:51. Hereafter ye shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the ____ of man. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: Jacob saw a ladder that bridged heaven with earth, which symbolized the Son of man. In Malachi 3:10, God says that if we bring all the tithes into the storehouse, He will open for us the windows of heaven and pour out a blessing we can barely receive! Jesus is that blessing. 18. What is the greatest gift we can give to Jesus? My son, give me thine ______, and let thine eyes observe my ways. Mark 7:6 This people honoureth me with their lips, but their __________ is far from me. Answer : ____________________ NOTE: When Jesus has our hearts, He has everything else too. 19. When we are faithful in tithes and offerings, Jesus becomes our partner in everything we attempt in life. Are you willing to invite Him to be your partner by returning tithes and giving offerings? Answer : ____________________ To learn more about our Lord Jesus Christ, the Word of God, and the Sabbath, please visit your local Seventh-day Adventist Church. Or please visit us at Rossville Seventh-day Adventist Church, located at 1737 Mission Ridge Road, Rossville Georgia 30741 Pastor; Greg Hudson Services start at 11am on Saturday (Sabbath) morning.

“The Same Spirit: From Genesis to Pentecost” Pastor Joseph Clark The presence and activity of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament is not incidental or obscure, but foundational and continuous, revealing that the Spirit of God was actively involved in creation, in sustaining life, and in empowering individuals for divine purposes—yet in a manner that anticipates the fuller, indwelling work revealed in the New Testament. From the very beginning of Scripture, the Holy Spirit is present and active. In the creation account, we read: “And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.” (Genesis 1:2, KJV) This establishes that the Spirit is not a later theological development, but an eternal participant in the work of God. The Spirit’s role in creation is further affirmed in the book of Job, which provides one of the clearest Old Testament statements regarding the Spirit’s life-giving power: “The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life.” (Job 33:4, KJV) Here, Job (through Elihu’s speech) recognizes that human life itself is the direct result of the Spirit’s creative and sustaining work. Thus, the Holy Spirit is not only present at creation but continues as the giver and sustainer of life. Beyond creation, the Old Testament consistently shows the Spirit coming upon individuals to empower them for specific tasks. This is especially evident among the judges of Israel: “And the Spirit of the Lord came upon him, and he judged Israel, and went out to war…” (Judges 3:10, KJV) “But the Spirit of the Lord came upon Gideon, and he blew a trumpet…” (Judges 6:34, KJV) “Then the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jephthah…” (Judges 11:29, KJV) In each case, the Spirit provides divine enablement for leadership and deliverance. Similarly, the kings of Israel experienced the Spirit’s empowering presence, particularly at the moment of anointing: “Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him… and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David from that day forward.” (1 Samuel 16:13, KJV) Yet this relationship was not always permanent, as seen in the contrasting case of Saul: “But the Spirit of the Lord departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the Lord troubled him.” (1 Samuel 16:14, KJV) This reveals a crucial distinction: in the Old Testament, the Spirit’s presence could be given and withdrawn according to God’s purposes. The Spirit also worked through the prophets, inspiring them to speak the word of God: “The Spirit of the Lord spake by me, and his word was in my tongue.” (2 Samuel 23:2, KJV) “And the Spirit entered into me when he spake unto me, and set me upon my feet…” (Ezekiel 2:2, KJV) Even in practical and artistic endeavors, the Spirit was active. When God appointed Bezalel for the construction of the tabernacle, He declared: “And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.” (Exodus 31:3, KJV) Despite this clear and varied activity, the Old Testament generally describes the Spirit as coming upon individuals rather than permanently indwelling them. This is reflected in David’s prayer of repentance: “Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me.” (Psalm 51:11, KJV) David’s plea demonstrates both an awareness of the Holy Spirit’s presence and the reality that such presence could be withdrawn. At the same time, the Old Testament points forward to a future transformation in the Spirit’s relationship with God’s people. The prophets speak of a coming day when the Spirit would dwell within believers in a new and enduring way: “And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit within you… and I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes…” (Ezekiel 36:26–27, KJV) “And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh…” (Joel 2:28, KJV) Taken together, these passages form a unified testimony: the Holy Spirit was fully present and powerfully active throughout the Old Testament—creating, giving life, empowering, and inspiring—yet His work was primarily external and task-oriented, preparing the way for the New Testament reality in which the Spirit would permanently indwell all who belong to God. Throughout church history, many respected evangelists, theologians, and pastors have affirmed that the Holy Spirit was actively present and at work in the Old Testament long before Pentecost, though His ministry was often distinct in form from the New Testament outpouring. Evangelist Billy Graham consistently emphasized the unity of God’s Spirit across both Testaments, teaching that the Holy Spirit was not “introduced” at Pentecost but rather revealed in fuller measure. In his preaching, Graham often pointed to the Spirit’s work in empowering prophets, convicting kings, and sustaining God’s covenant people throughout Israel’s history. Theologian A.W. Tozer similarly stressed the eternal nature of the Spirit’s presence, describing the Holy Spirit as active in creation, revelation, and the inspiration of Scripture from Genesis onward. Tozer highlighted that the Spirit who moved upon the waters in creation is the same Spirit who continues to move upon hearts today. Reformed theologian R.C. Sproul taught that the Holy Spirit’s work in the Old Testament included regeneration, empowerment for service, and divine revelation, even though His indwelling ministry was not as universally experienced among believers as in the New Covenant. Sproul often pointed to figures such as David, Samson, and the prophets as clear evidence of the Spirit’s empowering presence. Pastor and author John Piper has likewise affirmed continuity in the Spirit’s saving and sanctifying work, explaining that Old Testament saints were regenerated and sustained by the Holy Spirit through faith in God’s promises, even while awaiting the fuller revelation of Christ. Similarly, Charles Spurgeon preached extensively on the Spirit’s activity in Old Testament believers, noting that the same divine influence that brings conviction and faith in the New Testament was already at work in the hearts of Abraham, Moses, and David. Taken together, these voices from across Christian tradition reinforce a consistent biblical understanding: the Holy Spirit has always been active in redemptive history—creating, sustaining, empowering, and revealing—though His ministry is more fully unveiled in the New Testament through the person and work of Jesus Christ and the outpouring at Pentecost. Galatians 5:25 “If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.” Pastor Joseph Clark

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL DATE: SATURDAY APRIL 18TH 2026 THEME: REVERSING BONDAGE MEMORISE: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised Luke 4:18 READ: Luke 13:10-16 10 And he was teaching in one of the synagogues on the sabbath. 11 And, behold, there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could in no wise lift up herself. 12 And when Jesus saw her, he called her to him, and said unto her, Woman, thou art loosed from thine infirmity. 13 And he laid his hands on her: and immediately she was made straight, and glorified God. 14 And the ruler of the synagogue answered with indignation, because that Jesus had healed on the sabbath day, and said unto the people, There are six days in which men ought to work: in them therefore come and be healed, and not on the sabbath day. 15 The Lord then answered him, and said, Thou hypocrite, doth not each one of you on the sabbath loose his ox or his ass from the stall, and lead him away to watering? 16 And ought not this woman, being a daughter of Abraham, whom Satan hath bound, lo, these eighteen years, be loosed from this bond on the sabbath day? MESSAGE Whenever God wants to reverse the irreversible, He usually follows a process, which typically starts with a divine appointment. What this means is that He will divinely arrange for people to meet one another. There was once a 50-year-old man who had no wife simply because he couldn't bring himself to ask a woman, "Will you marry me?" The enemy bound him so tightly that he couldn't open his mouth to talk to any lady he was attracted to, even though he was highly educated. He knew he had a problem, but he didn’t know how to be free. Fortunately for him, God instructed us to hold a programme in his town. During the programme, he gave his life to Jesus Christ. Not only did Jesus save his soul, but He destroyed the yoke in his life, and six months later, he got married. Nine months after he got married, his wife gave birth to a set of twins. Two years later, she gave birth to another set of twins. The man's story is proof that no bondage is too strong for God to break. I pray for you today that any yoke that might be troubling you will be destroyed, in Jesus' name. In today's Bible reading, Jesus went to the synagogue as was His custom. However, on this particular day, He met a woman who had been bound by the devil for 18 years. She was bent over in such a way that she couldn't stand upright. For 18 long years, she was limited in every aspect of her life. Despite the terrible bondage the woman was in, she met with Jesus at the synagogue and got her freedom. The yoke of bondage that had kept her captive for so long was broken, and she was free to lift her head and hands to praise the Lord. Isaiah 10:27 says, "And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing." Therefore, I decree in the name that is above every other name, that whatsoever might be keeping you from lifting your head and hands to praise God is destroyed today. The Almighty God will cause you to have a divine encounter that will deliver you completely from anything that might have kept you bound, in Jesus' name. PRAYER POINT Father, please let me have an encounter with You that will break any form of bondage that might exist in my Iife, in Jesus' name. BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: 2 Kings 1-3 AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE HYMN 15: PASS ME NOT O GENTLE SAVIOUR 1 Pass me not, O gentle Savior, Hear my humble cry, While on others Thou art calling, Do not pass me by. Refrain: Savior, Savior, Hear my humble cry; While on others Thou art calling, Do not pass me by. 2 Let me at a throne of mercy Find a sweet relief; Kneeling there in deep contrition, Help my unbelief. 3 Trusting only in Thy merit, Would I seek Thy face; Heal my wounded, broken spirit, Save me by Thy grace. ] 4 Thou the Spring of all my comfort, More than life to me, Whom have I on earth beside Thee? Whom in heav'n but Thee?

📌 Today's Readings are from the Book of Numbers Chapter 34, 35, and 36, and John 9📌 👇 Overviews Are Below (PLEASE READ YOUR BIBLE: Overviews Do Not Replace Daily Reading) 👇 Numbers 34 The Boundaries of Promise and God’s Faithfulness Numbers 34 outlines the boundaries of the land that God is giving to Israel. This chapter marks a significant moment, as the promise first made to Abraham is now being clearly defined for the people. God is not vague about His promises—He establishes specific borders, showing that what He gives is intentional, measured, and secure. The land is not something the people take for themselves; it is something God assigns. Leaders are appointed to oversee the division, ensuring that each tribe receives its inheritance according to God’s direction. This reinforces that the land belongs to the Lord, and He distributes it according to His will. There is also a sense of order and structure throughout the chapter. The boundaries provide clarity, identity, and stability for the nation. Each tribe knows its place, not as a result of human decision, but because of God’s sovereign plan. The promise is not abstract—it becomes tangible and personal. Theologically, Numbers 34 reveals God as the faithful promise-keeper. What He declared generations earlier is now being fulfilled with precision. It also points forward to a greater inheritance, not limited to land, but fulfilled in Christ. Through Him, believers receive an eternal inheritance that is secure and defined by God’s grace. For believers today, this chapter reminds us that God’s promises are sure and trustworthy. He establishes boundaries and purposes for our lives with wisdom and care. In Christ, we are given an inheritance that cannot be shaken, and we are called to live with confidence, knowing that what God has promised, He will fulfill. Numbers 35 Justice, Mercy, and the Place of Refuge Numbers 35 focuses on the cities given to the Levites and the establishment of cities of refuge. These cities serve as places of protection for those who have unintentionally caused harm, ensuring that justice is not driven by vengeance but by truth and discernment. God provides a system that upholds both justice and mercy, reflecting His perfect character. The Levites are given cities among the tribes, emphasizing their role in spiritual leadership and service. Though they do not receive a large territorial inheritance, they are placed throughout the land, ensuring that the presence and instruction of God remain central among the people. The cities of refuge stand as a powerful provision. They offer safety for those who are not guilty of intentional wrongdoing, while still maintaining accountability for those who are. This balance reveals that God does not overlook sin, but He also provides protection and grace where it is needed. The chapter emphasizes the value of life and the seriousness of justice. Decisions are to be made carefully, based on truth and multiple witnesses. The land itself is not to be defiled by injustice, reinforcing that God’s presence among His people requires righteousness. Theologically, Numbers 35 points clearly to Christ as our ultimate refuge. Just as the cities of refuge provided safety for those in need, Jesus provides salvation and protection for those who come to Him. In Him, justice is satisfied and mercy is extended, bringing both together perfectly. For believers today, this chapter calls us to value justice, pursue truth, and extend mercy. It reminds us that God is both just and compassionate. In Christ, we find our refuge and security, and we are called to reflect His character by living with integrity and compassion in a broken world. Numbers 36 Preserving Inheritance and God’s Order Numbers 36 concludes the book by addressing a specific concern regarding inheritance within the tribes. The question arises about how to preserve the land allotted to each tribe when daughters inherit property. God provides a solution that ensures the inheritance remains within the tribe, maintaining the structure and order He has established. This chapter may seem practical and specific, but it reflects a deeper principle: what God has given is to be preserved according to His design. The land is not just property; it is part of God’s covenant promise, and it is to be handled with care and obedience. The response of the people shows a willingness to follow God’s instruction, demonstrating trust in His wisdom. There is a recognition that His ways are right, even in matters that require adjustment or sacrifice. Obedience is not burdensome but is part of living in alignment with God’s purposes. As the book of Numbers closes, there is a sense of completion. The people are prepared to enter the land, and God’s instructions have been clearly given. The journey has been marked by both failure and faithfulness, yet through it all, God has remained steady and true to His promises. Theologically, Numbers 36 highlights God’s order, faithfulness, and concern for preserving what He has established. It points forward to the greater inheritance found in Christ, which is not temporary or subject to change, but eternal and secure. For believers today, this chapter reminds us to value what God has entrusted to us and to live in obedience to His design. In Christ, we have an inheritance that is everlasting, and we are called to steward our lives in a way that honors Him. As we follow His guidance, we walk in the security and purpose that come from His unchanging promises. John 9 Seeing the Light of the Son of God John 9 centers on a man born blind, setting the stage for a powerful revelation of the Christ as the giver of both physical and spiritual sight. As Jesus encounters this man, the disciples focus on the cause of the blindness, looking for someone to blame. But the Christ redirects their thinking, revealing that this moment is not about assigning fault, but about displaying the works of God. The redemptive plan is not limited to explaining suffering, but uses it to reveal the glory and power of the Son of God. Jesus then acts with intentional authority, bringing healing to the man in a way that requires obedience and response. The man receives his sight, marking a clear demonstration that the Christ has power over what is broken from birth. This miracle points beyond physical healing to a deeper truth—only the Son of God can open blind eyes, both physically and spiritually. The healing quickly becomes a point of controversy. Those who knew the man struggle to reconcile what has happened. Some question whether he is truly the same person, while others are divided over how such a miracle could occur. The focus begins to shift from the miracle itself to the identity of the Christ. The religious leaders investigate the situation, again focusing on the fact that the healing occurred on the Sabbath. Instead of recognizing the work of God, they attempt to discredit both the man and Jesus. The man, however, grows in boldness as he speaks about what has happened. Though he begins with limited understanding, his testimony becomes stronger and clearer as he continues to stand firm in what he has experienced. As the pressure increases, the man refuses to deny the truth. He acknowledges that he was once blind and now sees, and he cannot ignore what the Christ has done. His simple yet powerful testimony exposes the unwillingness of the leaders to accept the truth. Their rejection is not due to lack of evidence, but because their hearts are hardened. Eventually, the man is cast out, rejected for standing in truth. But the Christ seeks him out once again. This moment reveals the personal nature of the Son of God. He does not abandon those who stand for Him. Jesus then reveals Himself more fully, leading the man into not just physical sight, but true spiritual understanding and faith. The man responds with belief and worship, recognizing the Christ as the Son of God. The chapter concludes with a clear contrast between spiritual blindness and true sight. Those who believe they see are shown to be blind because they reject the truth, while the one who was physically blind now sees clearly because he has encountered the Christ. The redemptive plan reveals that true sight is not about physical ability, but about recognizing and receiving the Son of God. John 9 presents the Christ as the one who brings light into darkness, opens blind eyes, and leads people into true understanding. The miracle is not just about healing, but about revealing who He is and calling people to faith. For believers today, this chapter calls us to walk in spiritual clarity and boldness. Christian living means recognizing what the Christ has done in our lives and standing firm in that truth, even when faced with opposition. We are reminded that true sight comes from knowing the Son of God, and that following Him may come with rejection from the world. Yet the Christ remains present, revealing Himself more fully to those who trust in Him and leading them into deeper faith and worship.

OPEN HEAVEN DAILY DEVOTIONAL DATE: FRIDAY APRIL 17TH 2026 TOPIC: REVERSING BARRENNESS MEMORISE: "He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD". Psalm 113:9 BIBLE READING: 2 KINGS 4:8-17 8 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. 9 And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I perceive that this is an holy man of God, which passeth by us continually. 10 Let us make a little chamber, I pray thee, on the wall; and let us set for him there a bed, and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick: and it shall be, when he cometh to us, that he shall turn in thither. 11 And it fell on a day, that he came thither, and he turned into the chamber, and lay there. 12 And he said to Gehazi his servant, Call this Shunammite. And when he had called her, she stood before him. 13 And he said unto him, Say now unto her, Behold, thou hast been careful for us with all this care; what is to be done for thee? wouldest thou be spoken for to the king, or to the captain of the host? And she answered, I dwell among mine own people. 14 And he said, What then is to be done for her? And Gehazi answered, Verily she hath no child, and her husband is old. 15 And he said, Call her. And when he had called her, she stood in the door. 16 And he said, About this season, according to the time of life, thou shalt embrace a son. And she said, Nay, my lord, thou man of God, do not lie unto thine handmaid. 17 And the woman conceived, and bare a son at that season that Elisha had said unto her, according to the time of life. MESSAGE: Years ago, a woman, who was waiting on God for children, kept going to her pastor for prayers. After a while, the pastor said, "I’ve prayed for many people who were looking for children, and now, they have their children. Why is your case different?" The woman then revealed that she had once tried to terminate a pregnancy, but the procedure went wrong, and in order to save her life, the doctors removed her womb. On hearing this, the pastor asked in shock, "You've had no womb all these while, yet you kept asking me to pray for you to have a child?" From that day on, the pastor started avoiding her. When she noticed this, she turned to God and said, "I won't go to my pastor anymore. I will come to You, my Maker." Shortly after that, she had a dream one night. In the dream, she was naked, and as she stood in a spot, a huge man approached her with an animal's skin in his hands. On getting to where she was standing, he wrapped the animal's skin around her belly and disappeared. That experience signaled the end of her barrenness. The last time I heard about her, she had given birth to five children! God can reverse the irreversible. In Genesis 21:1-2, He reversed the deadness of Abraham and Sarah's bodies and gave them a child after many years of barrenness. Likewise, in 1 Samuel 1:4-20, He remembered Hannah and opened her womb. In today's Bible reading, the Shunammite woman saw Elisha passing by and compelled him to come to her house to eat. She fed him on many other occasions and built him a small chamber in her house to host him whenever he passed by. When God decided to visit her, Elisha told her that she would have a son, and she told him not to deceive her. That was a clear sign of unbelief, but the Almighty God bypassed her doubts and gave her a son because of her heart of service. Beloved, are you expecting the miracle of a child or fruitfulness in any area of your life? Keep serving the Lord and honoring Him. Hold on to His word, and you will never be disappointed. I pray that He will reverse any form of barrenness in your life and cause you to be fruitful in all areas of your life, in Jesus' name. PRAYER POINT: Father, please make me fruitful in every area of my life. BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: 1 KINGS 21-22 AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE HYMN 16: TIS SO SWEET TO TRUST IN JESUS 1 'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus Just to take Him at His Word Just to rest upon His promise; Just to know, "Thus saith the Lord" Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him How I've proved Him o'er and o'er! Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! Oh, for grace to trust Him more! 2 O how sweet to trust in Jesus, Just to trust His cleansing blood; And in simple faith to plunge me 'Neath the healing, cleansing flood! 3 Yes, 'tis sweet to trust in Jesus, Just from sin and self to cease, Just from Jesus simply taking Life and rest, and joy and peace. 4 I'm so glad I learned to trust Thee, Precious Jesus, Saviour, Friend, And I know that Thou art with me, Wilt be with me to the end. PRAYER POINTS ON TODAY'S OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL FRIDAY, 17TH APRIL, 2026 *REVERSING BARRENNESS* ‎✓Father, thank You for the promise for multiplication and fruitfulness from creation. Thank You because Deut.7.14 says You shall bless me above all people: and there shall not be male or female barren among us. ‎ ‎✓Father, Your power remains the same yesterday, today and forever; whatever You have done before, You can do it again. Thank You because You shall reverse barrenness to fruitfulness. ‎ ‎✓Father, for as many of Your children trusting You for children of their own; because You have them in abundance, please give to everyone of them according to the numbers they desire, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please terminate every form of barrenness in our homes, and reverse every waiting into great manifestation of testimonies, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please this very night, visit each of Your daughters and reverse everything and anything that is responsible for their delay in child bearing, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please overrule every mockery in the lives of all Your sons, and make them fathers' of many children, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please in Your sovereignty, overrule every doubt in the hearts of all Your children and cause them to be fruitful in all areas, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please reverse the irreversible. Reverse every deadness in every marriage and give them godly children to rejoice with, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please in any kind of barrenness that we are in, help us to be committed to serving and honoring You. Reverse any form of barrenness in any area of our lives, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please make me fruitful in every area of my life, in Jesus' name. ‎ ‎✓Father, thank You for the life of Your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye. ‎ ‎Please, make him more fruitful in life and ministry, and let every form of barrenness bow to him, in Jesus' name. Bless his children (biological and spiritual). Help him to continue to produce sons and daughters to Your glory, in Jesus name. ‎ ‎✓Father, bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points beyond measure, and all those who have been rebroadcasting them, in Jesus name. ‎ ‎✓Father, please let every challenge, hindrance and obstacle of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus name. ‎ ‎✓Your Personal petitions. ‎(Philippians 4:6) ‎ ‎✓..In Jesus name I pray. ‎(John 14:13-14; 15:16) ‎ #GodBlessOurNation *These prayers have no expiry date! Please join us in prayer, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus’ name.

📌 Today's Readings are from the Book of Numbers Chapter 32 and 33 and John 8📌 👇 Overviews Are Below (PLEASE READ YOUR BIBLE: Overviews Do Not Replace Daily Reading) 👇 Numbers 32 Settling Short or Stepping Forward in Faith Numbers 32 presents a moment of decision as Israel approaches the Promised Land. The tribes of Reuben and Gad see that the land east of the Jordan is suitable for their livestock and request to settle there instead of crossing into Canaan. On the surface, the request appears practical—but it raises a deeper concern. Moses responds with caution, remembering the previous generation’s failure at the edge of the land. He challenges them, questioning whether their decision reflects the same fear and reluctance that once delayed Israel’s inheritance. The issue is not geography—it is faith and unity. The tribes clarify their intention. They will settle east of the Jordan, but only after crossing over with the rest of Israel to help secure the land. They commit to fight alongside their brothers until the mission is complete. This transforms the situation from self-interest to shared responsibility. Moses accepts their commitment, establishing accountability. Their inheritance is granted, but not apart from participation in the greater purpose. The unity of the nation and the fulfillment of God’s promise remain central. Theologically, Numbers 32 highlights the tension between comfort and calling. It reveals how easily God’s people can be drawn to what is convenient rather than what is promised. At the same time, it affirms the importance of unity and shared mission within the covenant community. This chapter points forward to Christ, who does not settle short of the mission but fully accomplishes the Father’s will. He calls His followers not to partial obedience, but to full participation in His redemptive work. In Him, the call is not to comfort, but to commitment. For believers today, Numbers 32 challenges us to examine whether we are settling for what is easier instead of stepping into what God has promised. It also reminds us that we are part of a larger body. Faithfulness includes supporting one another as we move forward together in God’s purposes. Numbers 33 Remembering the Journey and Trusting God’s Direction Numbers 33 provides a detailed record of Israel’s journey from Egypt to the edge of the Promised Land. Each stage is listed, marking the progression of God’s guidance through the wilderness. This is more than a travel log—it is a testimony of God’s faithfulness over time. Every location represents both movement and meaning. Some places were marked by victory, others by failure, yet all were part of God’s sovereign plan. The journey was not random. God led them step by step, even when the path was difficult or unclear. As the chapter concludes, God instructs Israel regarding the land they are about to enter. They are to fully remove the influences that could lead them into idolatry. Partial obedience would result in future trouble. The warning is clear—what is not dealt with will become a snare. Theologically, Numbers 33 emphasizes remembrance and obedience. Looking back reveals God’s consistent guidance. Looking forward requires trust and full obedience. The journey shapes the people, but the destination requires faithfulness. This chapter points to Christ, who leads His people through every stage of life. Just as God guided Israel through the wilderness, Christ shepherds believers with purpose and precision. He brings us not only through the journey, but into the fulfillment of God’s promises. For believers today, Numbers 33 encourages us to reflect on God’s faithfulness in our own journey. Every season has purpose. At the same time, it calls us to deal fully with anything that could draw us away from God. Obedience protects and positions us for what lies ahead. Together, Numbers 32 and 33 reveal the balance between commitment and remembrance. We are called to move forward in faith while remembering how God has led us. In Christ, our journey is guided, our purpose is clear, and our destination is secure. John 8 The Light of the World and the Truth That Sets Free John 8 opens with a powerful display of both truth and mercy. The religious leaders bring a woman caught in sin before Jesus, attempting to trap Him between the law and compassion. The Christ responds with wisdom that exposes the hearts of her accusers. One by one, they leave, confronted by their own guilt. Jesus then speaks directly to the woman—not to condemn her, but to call her into a transformed life. The Son of God upholds righteousness while extending grace, revealing that the redemptive plan is not about condemnation, but about restoration. As the chapter continues, Jesus declares Himself to be the Light of the world. This statement is both bold and revealing. Light exposes darkness, provides direction, and brings life. The Christ is not merely offering guidance; He is the source of truth itself. Those who follow Him will not remain in darkness but will walk in the light of life. This declaration intensifies the conflict with the religious leaders, who challenge His authority and question His testimony. Jesus responds by pointing to His relationship with the Father. He is not alone in His witness—the Father confirms who He is. Yet the deeper issue is revealed: they do not know the Father because they do not recognize the Son. The Christ makes it clear that rejecting Him is ultimately rejecting God. The redemptive plan is centered entirely on receiving the Son of God. As the dialogue continues, Jesus speaks about His origin and destination, emphasizing that He is not of this world. He warns that without believing in Him, people will remain in their sin. This is not a message of fear, but of urgency. The Christ is calling people to recognize who He is and to respond in faith while there is still opportunity. Some begin to believe, and Jesus challenges them to continue in His word. True discipleship is not a momentary belief but a life that remains in His truth. He reveals that knowing the truth leads to freedom. This freedom is not political or external, but spiritual—freedom from sin and its power. The Son of God makes it clear that true freedom is found only in Him. The conversation becomes more intense as Jesus addresses the deeper issue of spiritual identity. The religious leaders claim their heritage, but Jesus reveals that true identity is shown through actions and response to truth. Their rejection of Him exposes that they are not aligned with God as they believe. The Christ draws a clear distinction between outward religion and genuine relationship with the Father. As the chapter reaches its climax, Jesus makes a profound declaration about His eternal nature. He speaks of existing before Abraham, revealing His divine identity. This statement leaves no room for misunderstanding—He is not just a teacher or prophet, but the eternal Son of God. In response, the opposition reaches its peak, and they attempt to silence Him. Yet He departs, as His time has not yet come. John 8 presents the Christ as the Light who exposes darkness, the Truth who sets free, and the Son of God who offers salvation through Himself alone. The redemptive plan is clearly revealed in Him, calling each person to step out of darkness and into the light. For believers today, this chapter calls us to walk in the light of the Christ daily. Christian living is marked by remaining in His word, embracing His truth, and experiencing the freedom He provides. We are reminded that grace does not ignore sin, but calls us out of it into a new life. As followers of the Son of God, we are called to reflect His light in a world still walking in darkness, holding firmly to the truth that sets us free.

Good morning, brethren. 1. Morning devotion for today. i. 😀🌺🌹🎁🎀💝 MORNING TEA THE WORD FOR TODAY. FRIDAY APRIL 17, 2026. "INSTRUMENT RATED (9)" ‘…Bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.’  Ephesians 6:4 NIV INSTRUMENT RATED for parenthood. Parents today face unique problems that no other generation has. But God’s Word is timeless, so: 1) Enforce discipline. ‘Whom the Lord loves He corrects…’ (Proverbs 3:12 NKJV). A famous evangelist says when he was growing up his mother had a belt that hung on the wall of their home with a text written above it: ‘I need thee every hour’. Teach your child that every decision has consequences. And don’t rescue them from their consequences, for life won’t let them off the hook when they do wrong. 2) Teach them God’s ways. ‘Train up a child in the way that he should go: and…he will not depart from it’ (Proverbs 22:6 NKJV). Give your child a taste of the things of God when they are young, and when they’re older the world won’t be able to satisfy their taste. 3) Commit them to the Lord. This isn’t easy; it’s like allowing them to take the family car out for the first time. But there comes a point where God, not you, must speak to them and guide them. They’ll either learn the easy way or the hard way. And even if they do go astray, God promises that they’ll come back again (Jeremiah 31:16-17). So pray, ‘Lord, they’re Yours now. I’ve taught them and set an example, now I give them to You. Deal with them according to Your perfect will’. Does that mean everything will be okay from that point on? Maybe, and maybe not. But like a pilot who flies according to his instruments, you must stand on the Word of God for your children. Bible In A Year: Dan 8-10, Ps 103:13-22, Pro 10:14. Courtesy: Grace So Amazing Foundation. 💝🎀 *To partner with us, kindly refer to page 9 of the hard copy edition or simply send us a WhatsApp message/call on +2348128000068.* 🌷🎀💝🌹. ii. FREE ACCESS TO GOD'S THRONE "In Him and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence." - Ephesians 3:12 One of the greatest privileges a Christian has, is free access to God the Father. This means that we, who have a relationship with God through Jesus, have access to God 24 hours a day, yes, every minute. Lucifer tried to overthrow God to get the throne himself, but the Almighty God has defeated Lucifer. Hebrews 10:12 says that Jesus Christ sits at the right hand of God the Father. Through Jesus we have access to God's mercy seat. A gap between God and man Previously, in the Old Testament, there were only a few people who had limited access to God. Abraham was such a man and was called God's friend. Moses was a man who was in contact with God. God has always wanted to live among people, but this was impossible because of sin. Sin separates man from God. There came a gap between God and man since Adam and Eve, who first lived in perfect harmony with God, became disobedient. Free access for everyone Since God wanted to be among His people, Moses was instructed to build a tabernacle (tent). God would then reside in the Holy of Holies. There was only one person who could enter the Holy of Holies once a year. There was an important condition attached to this. He had to take blood (from an animal) with him when he entered. Entering without that blood would mean immediate death for the high priest. When Jesus' blood flowed on the cross, the curtain, which was blocking the access to the Holy of Holies, tore open. Access became free for everyone to approach God each second of the day. Paul says in Romans 5:1-2: 'Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand.' https://www.theblessingdevotional.com 2. Morning Prayer for today. i. Morning Prayer Rejoice in the Lord always: [and] again I say, Rejoice. ⏤ Philippians 4:4 We must begin to believe that God, in the mystery of prayer, has entrusted us with a force that can move the Heavenly world, and bring its power down to earth. ⏤ Andrew Murray O God, our Father, we thank You for this bright morning. We want to share in the joy that’s all around us. All of Your creation praises You, and we want to join in that praise—not just with our lips, but with our hearts and lives. We want our lives to be like songs that bring joy to those around us. Help us live victoriously today, not letting our cares and trials get the best of us, but keeping Your praise in our hearts even in the darkest times and toughest challenges. Breathe Your Spirit into our souls this morning so that we can go out and live with cheerfulness all day. Don’t let the hard things discourage us or take the joy out of our hearts and the brightness out of our faces. We thank You that You’ve promised to give us what we need. We know that while You are always with us, You come even closer to us when we’re in trouble; that while You always give us strength, You give us even more when we’re feeling weak. Come to us today in exactly the way we need. Sometimes we get discouraged and frustrated. Keep us today from falling into these negative moods. Help us live among our neighbors in such a way that they see that we have God helping us. Keep us from worry and anxiety. Teach us to cast all our cares on Jesus, who cares for us. May we trust You so completely that no matter what happens, we can be happy and strong in You. We pray for everyone in our home. Prepare us for all the duties, tasks, and responsibilities of the day. Keep us safe from accidents and bring us back together again in the evening. We ask all these things, along with the forgiveness of our sins, in the Savior’s precious name. Amen. https://www.youdevotion.com/daily-prayer/miller/12/morning #taptapstudio #youdevotion. Good evening, brethren. 1. Evening devotion for today. i. *DAILY WALK WITH CHRIST* (COCIN DEVOTIONAL) *DATE:* THURSDAY 16TH APRIL, 2026 *SUB-THEME:* THE CROSS: CULMINATION OF GRACE. *TOPIC:* REQUIRES TOTAL ALLEGIANCE *TEXT:* ACTS 4:16-20 16. “What are we going to do with these men?” they asked. “Everyone living in Jerusalem knows they have performed a notable sign, and we cannot deny it. 17. But to stop this thing from spreading any further among the people, we must warn them to speak no longer to anyone in this name.” 18. Then they called them in again and commanded them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. 19. But Peter and John replied, “Which is right in God’s eyes: to listen to you, or to Him? You be the judges! 20. As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” *TOPIC:* REQUIRES TOTAL ALLEGIANCE *THE MESSAGE:* Jesus had assured the disciples of the presence of the Holy Spirit whenever they faced opposition from the authorities (Mt. 12:11-12). The priests, temple guard, and the Sadducees brought Peter and John to the Jewish council after healing a lame man. Though unable to deny the miracle, the leaders attempted to silence them to prevent the spread of the Gospel of Christ. However, Peter and John responded, "We cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard" (v. 20). Following Christ demands total allegiance to God above all earthly authorities. Today, Christians are facing similar threats from ungodly authorities and hostile communities. Our obedience to God must supercede human opposition. God called believers to prioritise His command over fear, pressure, or persecution and declare God's truth regardless of the cost. *REFLECTION:* Do not submit to threats. *PRAYER:* Lord Jesus, help me to stand my ground without fear. Amen. *MEMORY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:* COLOSSIANS 2:15. "And having disarmed the powers and authorities, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross." *TODAY'S BIBLE READING PLAN:* 1 CHRONICLES 6-10. ii. Skip to content Dalily Devotional by Elizabeth Haworth Posted onApril 16, 2026 by Editor Surrendered Christian Applications Store:: Christian devotional App Store; Explore Recommended Christian Books and Devotionals Complete surrender, Surrendered absolutely. – not in your strength but in His, Absolute yielding, Yielded completely. – remember “It is God that worketh in us….” Full submission, Entirely devoted. – not for your glory, but for His. Humble obedience, Obedient humility. -both to will and to do of His good pleasure” This is the foundation of happiness, This is the superstructure of joy. This is the bedrock of blessedness, This is the core of communion with Him. Complete surrender – surrendered absolutely. Absolute yielding – yielded completely. Full submission – entirely devoted. Humble obedience – obedient humility. Only the one that lays down ALL ego, ALL self, ALL of the flesh Will receive the fullness of Who He really is But it requires:- – absolute surrender; – complete yielding; – full submission; – entirely devoted; – humble obedience. Post navigation Previous Post Previous Christ’s Comforting Words Proudly powered by WordPress. 2. Evening Prayer for today. i. Evening Prayer A Song of degrees for Solomon. Except the LORD build the house, they labor in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. ⏤ Psalm 127:1 As is the business of tailors to make clothes and of cobblers to mend shoes, so it is the business of Christians to pray. ⏤ Martin Luther Our Father, before we lay down to sleep, we thank You for protecting and providing for us, and for all the blessings of this day. We committed ourselves to Your care this morning, and You haven’t forgotten us for even a moment. We thank You for the happiness we’ve shared at home today. Father, bless our family life and make it more tender and supportive. May our home become a holier place to live and grow. May all its influences be pure, uplifting, and enriching. Fill it with Your Holy Spirit, and then it will be like Heaven. O Son of God, who lived in an earthly home in Nazareth for many years and often visited the home in Bethany, come and dwell in our home, and bless it with Your tender grace. May we sit at Your feet like Mary did, listening to Your word and learning from You. Then, in times of sorrow, You will come to comfort us. We also want to pour out our love to You like the woman who anointed Your feet with perfume. Come, dear Master, and be our constant guest. Stay with us all the time. Help us to make our home a place where You’ll want to dwell—a home of truth, pure feelings, gentle words, and thoughtful affection. Now, as this day ends and we prepare for rest, we entrust our whole home to Your care. Forgive us all our sins. Accept the work we bring to You—only small pieces of what we intended to do, and stained by sin. Take it as it is and let Your blessing rest on it. Keep us through the night, and prepare us for tomorrow, whether we spend it on earth or in Heaven. We ask all this in Your name, O Lamb of God. Amen. https://www.youdevotion.com/daily-prayer/miller/11/evening #taptapstudio #youdevotion.

Abraham looked at his situation, his old age and Sarah’s condition, and still chose to believe. His faith was not based on what he could see, but on who God is. He trusted that if God said it, then God would surely do it.