REFRESHING MOMENTS 31 DAYS TOPICAL DEVOTIONAL (NEW BEGINNINGS)

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REFRESHING MOMENTS

31 DAYS TOPICAL DEVOTIONAL (NEW BEGINNINGS)

1. INTRODUCTION

2. To Get the Best of this Devotional

3. To Be Born Again.

4. REFLECTION

5. PRAYERS:

6. DECLARATIONS

7. 31 DAYS DEVOTIONAL

8. Other Topics of the 31 Days Devotional

9. Useful Resources

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to this edition of Refreshing Moments’ 31 Days Topical Devotional focused on New Beginnings!

Our theme for this devotional is NEW BEGINNINGS, and it is my heartfelt prayer that God grants you fresh starts and breakthroughs in every area of your life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. May you experience:

New horizons

New ideas 💡

Renewed hope, love, joy, and peace ✌️❤️

Refreshing Moments Daily Devotionals are designed to inspire you to live an excellent, heaven-focused, yet earth-relevant Christian life. We delve into the practical, everyday aspects of faith that contribute to a fulfilling and godly lifestyle.

I encourage you to make the most of each day's lesson. Opening the Bible and reading it for yourself is a powerful habit that deepens your understanding and allows you to commune with the all-wise God. As you do, you will gain light, wisdom, and understanding, just as Daniel did (Daniel 5:11). With this divine insight, you will confidently take charge of your circumstances rather than being overwhelmed by them.

Take time to open the scriptures, meditate on them, and experience the beauty and refreshment they bring to your soul.

Enjoy each day of this devotional and Be REFRESHED!

Remember, Jesus Christ is LORD!

To Get the Best of this Devotional

• Be Born Again. If you are not, or you are not sure, please take the next prayer.

• Know that life is spiritual and every moment in God’s Presence is a great investment into destiny.

• Christianity is powerless without the correct knowledge and application of the Truth, that is, the Word of God (2Tim.2:15; Jn.17:17; Jn.8:32). Therefore, each day of this Devotional, has scriptures to read, meditate on, ponder upon, assimilate and apply to your life. They may be useful immediately or stored for future usage. No investment in the Word of God is a waste. It is always useful. (Jn.14:26)

• There are Prayer Points that will enhance your Prayer Altar. You can also add your prayers to them. They are just a guide to ensure you pray effectively daily

• There are also Declarations you can make daily; you can add more. (As you say it, you see it, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. Is.43:26; Num.14:28; Pro.18:21)

• In addition to your devotions, at least a Psalm a day and a chapter of Proverbs is good for you. Psalms help us worship God and reveal His Power and Ability, while Proverbs give wisdom for excellent living.

To Be Born Again.

Please consciously and sincerely declare:

Lord Jesus, I come to You today, I am a sinner. I believe You died and rose again to save me from my sins. Forgive me all my sins, wash me with Your Blood, and please give me a New Beginning, from this moment. Thank You for saving me. I believe I am born again. I am saved. I am now a child of God. I declare You Jesus as my Lord, Saviour, Shepherd, and Overseer of my soul; please Take Your Place, in my life. (Jn.3:16; Mt.1:21; Rm.10:10; 2Cor.5:17; 1Pet.2:25)

I pray with you:

Father, thank You for this precious soul, thank You for saving him/her. This shall be the dawn of a new day for him/her in Jesus’ Name. Amen. Old things: old sins, old failures, old troubles, old negative lifestyles, and experiences pass away, and all things become new for him/her, in Jesus’ Name. Amen. Sin shall no longer have dominion over him/her, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

(Please ensure you join a Bible-believing and preaching Church around you and be planted in the house of God. Always fellowship with the brethren to keep your fire burning. Live ready, Jesus is coming soon. No more careless living. God will help you, as you also take responsibility in Jesus’ Name. Amen. Jn.8:31-32; Ps.92:13-15; Heb.10:25; 2Cor.6:14-7:1)

REFLECTION

"New Beginnings" signify that there was a past—whether it was fruitful and fulfilling or challenging and unremarkable. Regardless of how the past has shaped you, you need New Beginnings to avoid dwelling on past glories or failures.

Your past might have been:

- Good: meaningful and productive.

- Challenging: inadequate, uninspiring, or marked by deferred hopes.

New Beginnings are always possible, achievable, and within reach. God reassures us in Isaiah 43:18-19:

"Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."

This powerful promise invites us to let go of:

- Former pain, shame, sorrow, or trouble.

- Negative experiences that weigh us down.

- Even old successes that might cloud our vision and hinder fresh strides forward.

God promises to do something new—now it will spring forth. And the best part? He will faithfully walk with us through these New Beginnings, creating pathways in impossible situations and bringing refreshment to dry and barren areas of our lives.

So, I encourage you: let go of the baggage of the past and open your heart to embrace the possibilities of New Beginnings in every area of your life.

One powerful way to access New Beginnings is by renewing your mind. God's Word has the transformative power to help you process the past and embrace the NEW He has prepared for you.

PRAYERS:

1. Father God, I thank You for my past. Thank You for the privilege of today. Thank You for Your thoughts for me to give me a future and hope. I am grateful (Ps.92:1-2; 1Thes.5:18; Eph.5:20; Jer.29:11)

2. Father, I lay aside the weight of my past and all that accompanied it. I press forward for the Beautiful New Beginnings You have in store for me, in Jesus’ Name (Heb.12:1-2; Phil.3:13-15)

3. Father, in anticipation of the New Beginnings You have for me, I clean up by the Word of God daily and ask that the Blood of Jesus Christ purge my conscience from dead works to serve You, whilst the Holy Spirit refines me with Fire; Consuming Fire, leaving no root or branch of iniquity or filthiness in me, in Jesus' Name. (Eph.5:26; Jn.15:1-5; Heb.9:14; Mal.3:1-4; Mt.3:11-12; Heb.12:29)

4. Father, I ask for Light, Understanding, and Excellent Wisdom for the New Beginnings You have in store for me. Let Righteousness, Peace, and Joy in the Holy Spirit be my lifestyle and attitude promoting God's Love every day in Jesus' Name. (Jam.1:5; Jam.3:17-18; Jn.8:12; Dan.5:11-14; Rm.14:17; 1Cor.13)

5. Father, I ask for .... (mention the areas you desire New Beginnings) - Mt.7:7-8; Is.41:10-16.

DECLARATIONS

* I forget the former things, I press forward for the NEW (Is.43:18-19; Phil.3:12-14)

* I am my greatest asset, I work on myself so that I won't become my worst liability. (Phil.3:5-9; Josh.1:8)

* I shall work on my priorities and my strengths so that I can reach my potential. Lord help me to get clarity on the important things that matter to my life and destiny, in Jesus' Name. (Lk.10:38-42; Mk.10:21; Ps.27:4-6)

* I shall govern my actions, standing firm, living in harmony and self-control. I shall guard my attitudes by replacing worry with prayer and thinking about the positive things that edify. I shall be willing to collaborate with good impactful works and share my resources with others when required. (Phil.4; Gal.5:22-26)

31 DAYS DEVOTIONAL

Day 1

Psalm 100:4 - Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, And into his courts with praise: Be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

It is great wisdom to enter into this New Month and New Beginnings with thanksgiving and worship of God the Source of your life. The One that gave you the grace and privilege to be alive now. You only woke up this morning because He sustained you. (Lam.3:22-27; Ps.3:5-8)

Day 2

Isaiah 38:19 - The living, the living, he shall praise thee, as I do this day: The father to the children shall make known thy truth.

Praise is God's habitat. He dwells in the Praises of His people - Ps.22:3. This will help you to secure His Presence that gives REST and makes mountains melt like ice - Ex.33:13-14; Ps.97:5.

No matter the mountain confronting you now, they shall melt away as you maintain a heart of Praise to God. Suddenly, you won't see them anymore, in Jesus' Name.

Day 3

Lamentations 3:22-24 - It is of the LORD's mercies that we are not consumed Because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: Great is thy faithfulness. The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; Therefore will I hope in him.

Praise is the joyful tribute of gratitude that we render to God our Father and Maker, for His Love, Compassion, and Faithfulness.

Enter your New Beginnings with plenty of High Praise to God. (Ps.21:13)

Ban any iota of murmuring, complaining, worry, or fretting from your life and territory. (Mt.6:27; 1 Cor.10:10; Phil.2:14-15)

Day 4

Lamentations 3:25-26 - The LORD is good unto them that wait for him, To the soul that seeketh him. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly Wait for the salvation of the LORD.

As you Praise God, He will speak to you and show you things to do. He will reveal scriptures to answer bugging questions in your heart - Is.30:29-33. He will make your heart to REJOICE - Ps.34.

Always remember that you are sitting with Christ in heavenly places, and He that sits in Heaven shall Laugh. So, make Laughter one of your attitudes in these New Beginnings. LAUGH!!! (Eph.2:5-6; Ps.2:4)

Day 5

Lamentations 3:27-28 - It is good for a man that he bear The yoke in his youth. Let them sit alone in silence beneath the Lord’s demands.

Success is the goal of these New Beginnings. Discipline is key to success. Discipline is the soul of an army (remember that we are soldiers of Christ - 2 Tim.2:3-4). An educated person who lacks discipline will be limited, frustrated, and ultimately destroyed.

Discipline helps to keep one in order and perspective. Without discipline, a person will be everywhere without direction, discretion, or description. (2TIM.2)

Day 6

2 Timothy 2:15-16 - Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. Avoid godless chatter, because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly.

Discipline of time which is ultimately the discipline of your life, is vital for Greatness and New Beginnings. Your time is your life. You don't have to be everywhere.

Idle chatter, busy body in other people's matter, aimless movements, and the like are strategies of hell to waste people's time and lives. You need to beware of them and also get rid of them. (1Pet.4:15; 2Tim.2:1-7)

Day 7

Proverbs 6:6-8 - Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.

Discipline in eating is important for healthy living and even healing of ailments. Discipline in what you watch and allow around you is vital for excellent living, productive thinking, good relationships, and many more... (1Pet.4:7-19)

What is your plan for the New Beginnings? Will you maximise time and life, or will you be careless and lay by with nothing to show? Write out your plan and daily work on them.

Day 8

Hebrews 4:13 - Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.

There is no hiding place from God. He sees and knows all things—our actions, thoughts, intentions, and even the secrets we try to conceal. (Ps.139:7-12)

Be vigilant about people, habits, and distractions that waste your time, opportunities, or resources. A wise person once said, "Friendship is not by force, but by choice." Choose your relationships wisely, aligning with Amos 3:3: "Can two walk together unless they are agreed?" Surround yourself with those who uplift, inspire, and encourage your walk with God.

Maximise every moment of your time and life, remember you are going to give account to God at the end of time. Invest in what truly matters—your faith, purpose, and relationships.

Submit now to God's discipline agenda for you. By yielding to His guidance, you align with His plans and position yourself for divine transformation and blessings. (Job 22:21-30)

Day 9

2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 - May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who loved us and by His grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word.

God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, love us. They give us eternal encouragement and good hope, especially with the price Jesus Christ had to pay on the Cross of Calvary for us. So that we can live joyful, peaceful, and lovely lives on earth and make it to eternity.

Note that God never said there would be no challenges, but in the challenge, He will give us peace and make a way of escape for us whilst we grow and develop and improve our lives and personalities.

Please read Jn.14:27; Jn.16:33; 1 Cor.10:9-13.

Challenges come to bring out the champion in us when we choose to have the right attitude toward them.

Day 10

1 Corinthians 10:13 - There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.

This passage assures us that God is faithful and will not allow us to face temptations or challenges beyond our capacity, always providing a way of escape.

This insight that challenges bring out the champion in us should resonate deeply with you. When faced with difficulties, our response, guided by faith and the right attitude, transforms these trials into opportunities for growth, maturity, and personal development.

This perspective helps us not only to endure but to thrive, leaning into God’s promises as we journey through life. So, REJOICE, LAUGH at that challenge, commonise it. It cannot defeat you, you shall defeat it, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Day 11

Psalms 81:7-10 - You called in trouble, and I delivered you; I answered you in the secret place of thunder; I tested you at the waters of Meribah. “Hear, O My people, and I will admonish you! O Israel, if you will listen to Me! There shall be no foreign god among you; Nor shall you worship any foreign god. I am the Lord your God, Who brought you out of the land of Egypt; Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it.

Don't keep quiet, Call on God! (Ps.81:7-9; Is.62:6-7)

Open your mouth wide - Ps.81:10.

Declare, so you can be Justified, and God shall be Glorified - Is.43:26.

God is attentive to our cries for help, delivering us even in the most challenging situations. He encourages us to put our trust fully in Him and not allow anything to take His place in our lives. The promise, “Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it,” invites us to boldly declare His promises, trusting that He will respond with provision and blessings.

Isaiah 43:26 challenges us to declare God’s promises and remind Him of His covenant with us. This act of faith aligns us with His purposes, glorifies Him, and brings justification.

"A closed mouth is a closed destiny". So declare only what you want to see, according to God's Word!

Day 12

Psalm 90:14-17 - O satisfy us early with thy mercy; That we may rejoice and be glad all our days. Make us glad according to the days wherein thou hast afflicted us, And the years wherein we have seen evil. Let thy work appear unto thy servants, And thy glory unto their children. And let the beauty of the LORD our God be upon us: And establish thou the work of our hands upon us; Yea, the work of our hands establish thou it.

This is a heartfelt prayer for satisfaction in God’s mercy and grace, asking Him to establish the work of our hands and reveal His glory in our lives and in our children’s lives.

Let's Pray for our Children. Your prayers are a huge investment in their lives. Take Charge!

Our children are a legacy, and prayers for them are an invaluable investment. Whether for their protection, wisdom, spiritual growth, or success, our prayers create a foundation of blessings that will guide them through life.

Today, I see the prayers made for my children before and after they were born manifesting with ease. I am still praying.

Practical Steps in Prayer for Children:

1. Declare God’s Word Over Them: Speak scriptures like Jeremiah 29:11 or Proverbs 22:6 over their lives.

2. Ask for Wisdom: Pray for God to guide their decisions and lead them in paths of righteousness. (Jam.1:5; Jam.3:17-18; Dan.5:14)

3. Intercede for Their Future: Cover their friendships, education, careers, and relationships in prayer. (Is.54:13-17)

4. Pray for Their Identity in Christ: That they know who they are in Him and walk confidently in their purpose. (1Tim.4:12; Gal.4:19; Col.1:9; Col.4:12; Mt.4:19)

5. Trust God’s Promises: Rest in the assurance that He loves them even more than we do. (Ps.46; Heb.3-4)

Take charge in prayer, knowing that God hears, answers, and is faithful to His Word!

Day 13

2 Thessalonians 1:12 - that the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and you in Him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

The text above is a powerful reminder of the mutual glorification between Christ and believers. It highlights that the ultimate purpose of our lives is to glorify the Name of Jesus, and in turn, we are glorified in Him by His grace.

This verse shows the beauty of a grace-filled relationship with God:

Christ Glorified in Us : When we live in alignment with His will, our lives become a reflection of His love, power, and goodness. Our actions, words, and faith showcase His character to the world.

We Glorified in Him : As we live for Him, His grace transforms us, elevating us to share in His glory, not by our works but by His unmerited favor.

Day 14

Matthew 6:31-34 - “Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.

Seek to reflect Christ in all you do, remembering that His name is glorified when you walk in faith, love, and obedience.

Rely on His grace, especially in moments when you feel inadequate or weak.

Celebrate the truth that you are a partaker of His glory through His redemptive work.

Let His Word in the Bible inspire you to live a life that brings glory to His Name, knowing He’s working in you to fulfill His good purpose (Col.315-17; Philip.2:13).

Day 15

Deuteronomy 30:15, 19 - “See, I have set before you today life and good, death and evil, I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live;

The outcome of Life is a product of our choices. God has given us the freedom to choose.

Reflect on these Thoughts:

1. A Life That Honors Jesus: Our daily choices, faith, and perseverance through challenges bring honor to Jesus. This is our calling as His disciples. (Jam.1:12)

2. Empowered by Grace: We cannot glorify God by our strength alone. His grace empowers us to live holy lives and fulfill His purpose. (1Sam.2:9)

3. A Reciprocal Relationship: The relationship between Christ and believers is reciprocal. As He is glorified in us, we are lifted and transformed by His Spirit. (2Cor.3:18)

Maximise your life intentionally. Make good choices and live your best life.

Day 16

Psalm 131:1-3 - Lord, my heart is not haughty, Nor my eyes lofty. Neither do I concern myself with great matters, Nor with things too profound for me. Surely I have calmed and quieted my soul, Like a weaned child with his mother; Like a weaned child is my soul within me. O Israel, hope in the Lord From this time forth and forever.

Do you know that you are a leader in your regard? Maybe in your home, family, workplace, etc. If you aren't now, you will be someday.

As Christian Leaders we must be mature enough not to act childish, yet remain trusting enough to stay childlike before God. (Mt.18:1-5)

(Maturity is not in age but in wisdom, knowledge, and good understanding amongst others).

Like a weaned child, not a helpless baby, nor a self-sufficient individualist. We must trust our Mother (God) for help and strength.

Hope in the Lord FOREVER! Be Calm and Quiet in the Soul. (Ps.131:1-3; Is.49:15-16)

Ask God for His grace to be humble and forgiving like a child.

Day 17

Psalm 130:1-4 - Out of the depths I have cried to You, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice! Let Your ears be attentive To the voice of my supplications. If You, Lord, should mark iniquities, O Lord, who could stand? But there is forgiveness with You, That You may be feared.

Hopeful day of Blessings, Divine Direction, and Exploits in all your endeavours in Jesus' Name. Amen.

God is Dependable, He is Reliable and too Faithful to fail. You can count on Him and REST in His Love. Relax in His Care. Know that His Presence will always be there for you as His child. He Cares for you. His Power and Love can handle all situations and circumstances.

Wait for the Lord; Hope in His Word. Call on Him, and He will hear you. (Jer.33:3; Ps.62:8)

Day 18

Psalm 130:5-8 - I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, And in His word I do hope. My soul waits for the Lord More than those who watch for the morning— Yes, more than those who watch for the morning. O Israel ( insert your name ), hope in the Lord; For with the Lord there is mercy, And with Him is abundant redemption. And He shall redeem Israel From all his iniquities. (Emphasis mine)

Amen! What a beautiful and uplifting declaration of faith and encouragement. It is a profound reminder of God's love, faithfulness, and ever-present care. May your life indeed be filled with divine direction, blessings, and exploits as you trust in Him. (Ps.125 & 127)

Let us remain steadfast, resting in His Love, knowing that His Power is sufficient for every circumstance. Truly, Jesus Christ is Lord, and in Him, we find Peace, Hope, and Assurance. Be Refreshed, Renewed, and Strengthened as you walk in His Light!

Pray for your Family.

Day 19

Psalm 16:11 - You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.

Joy, Love, Peace, and Divine Direction be multiplied on you in Jesus' Name. Amen.

God will guide you into your New Beginnings. He will show you the path for your life. Your life shall be divinely organised and distinguished. You shall live in His Presence that is full of Joy.

Hearing Ears, Seeing Eyes, and Understanding hearts will the Lord give to each one of us as we receive it in Jesus' Name. Amen. (Pro.20:12; 1Kgs.3:12)

Please Watch and Pray, especially for our youngsters, may God teach and, Shepherd them. (Is.54:13; Ps.23. Jn.10)

Day 20

Colossians 1:9-12 - For this reason we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all might, according to His glorious power, for all patience and longsuffering with joy; giving thanks to the Father who has qualified us to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in the light.

In this season of New Beginnings, may your life be filled with fruitfulness in all areas. Our words create our world. May our words inspire and uplift us and those around us - they shall be censured by God’s Word.

May our works be good works that yield positive and lasting results. (2Thess.2:16-17; Mt.5:13-16)

May you see tangible evidence of God's grace and favor in all you do in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Stay blessed and keep walking in faith!

Day 21

2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 - Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and our God and Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting consolation and good hope by grace, comfort your hearts and establish you in every good word and work.

Today again we are reminded that we are leaders in one way or another. Someone is looking up to us.

As leaders, our words make or mar our followers. They either build or destroy relationships, projects, and productivity.

They bring success or failure to the team

They bring triumph or ruin to any work, progress, or process.

As leaders, we have the responsibility to inspire, guide, and encourage others with our words and works.

We all need help to mind our words and work as leaders. A cry for help to God and a reliance on the Holy Spirit will help greatly, and as we continue to feed on the Word of God, we rub our minds with the all-wise God, empowering us to speak and work correctly per time. (1Tim.1:17; Pro.2:6; Ps.18:6; Ps.34)

Talk to God, He is your Loving Father. You shall Be REFRESHED!

Day 22

Psalm 119:165 - Great peace have they which love thy law: And nothing shall offend them.

In this season of New Beginnings, beware of offences. Offences must come. It is part of life and living, but how we handle them is what matters. (Mt.18:7-9)

Offences help us grow and develop. They help us measure our maturity in life and our Christian walk. (Pro.19:11; Pro.16:32)

The more we Love the Word of God, read, meditate, do, and share it, the less the power and grip of offences in us. (Jam.1:22-25; 1Tim.4:13-15; Col.3:15-17, please read these Bible references)

I am a living testimony. When I see that I am getting offended easily, I know I am low on Word saturation. The Word of God in the Bible is the Food of our spirit man.

Our text today, Psalm 119:165 is my greatest measurement: "Great peace have they which love thy law: And nothing shall offend them."

When my peace is distorted or disturbed, and I am reacting, then I know, hmmm, I am low in the Word. Also, when there is a reason to be offended, this scripture pops up and dissolves the power of that offence. If I am still agitated, then I know I have to refuel on the Word. God's Word brings peace and strengthens our ability to overlook offenses.

May God help us all to continue to grow and improve our relationships, especially in the home, family, workplace, and everywhere in Jesus' Name. Amen.

Day 23

Hebrews 5:5-10 - So also Christ glorified not himself to be made a high priest; but he that said unto him, Thou art my Son, Today have I begotten thee. As he saith also in another place, Thou art a priest forever After the order of Melchisedec. Who in the days of his flesh, when he had offered up prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears unto him that was able to save him from death and was heard in that he feared; though he were a Son, yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffered; and being made perfect, he became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him; called of God a high priest after the order of Melchisedec.

Jesus Christ our Saviour and Perfect Example, the Son of God, learned OBEDIENCE by the things He suffered. He submitted to a process of growth and refinement. So that thing you are suffering now is meant to make you learn OBEDIENCE.

The OBEDIENCE you may need to learn is to study so you can be approved, instead of being ignorant and ashamed because of a lack of required or adequate knowledge. (Jn.8:31-36; 1Tim.2:15; Hos.4:6; 2Pet.1:2)

If Jesus Christ needed to learn, you and I have no excuse, but to humble ourselves and learn. May God help us all in Jesus' Name. Amen.

NB: Learning is for life, at no time can we say we have learnt everything. There's always something NEW to learn especially from the Bible and those scriptures you seem to have read again and again, and maybe know by heart.

Day 24

Hebrews 5:11-14 - Of whom we have many things to say, and hard to be uttered, seeing ye are dull of hearing. For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. For everyone that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

The type and quantity of food given to a newborn baby and that given to a toddler are different.

As the child grows, the types and quantities of food increase. There will be more varieties, and the solidity will increase.

Can you imagine an adolescent child drinking baby milk every day like a newborn?

In fact we are bothered when our children, especially young ones, refuse to eat or don't eat well. You can imagine how worried God is when Christians neglect the Food of the Word of God daily.

They lose the Source of their growth and development of spiritual life, bones, muscles, confidence, and strength to face situations and circumstances to overcome them.

It is also a concern to God when we are still eating baby food of the Spirit when we ought to be cracking bones and eating strong meat. (Heb.5:1-14)

Good Words and Works require Good Word intake to strengthen us for exploits.

We can maximise the Audio Bible on our smartphones (if you have one) to increase our Word saturation despite our tight schedules. It just plays in the background, sanitising our minds and saturating our environments, guiding and helping us in our various activities.

Day 25

Psalm 18:46 - The LORD liveth; and blessed be my rock; And let the God of my salvation be exalted

The Lord reigns, Blessed be the Name of the Lord. (Ps.97)

For the Lord our God, is Omnipotent: He reigns in Majesty.

Ah! LORD God, You who made the heaven and the earth by Your Great Power, and Your outstretched arms: Nothing is too difficult for You! (Jer.32:17,27)

Beloved, nothing is too difficult for God to handle or do, so RELAX and put your trust in Him alone, He will not share His Glory with anyone. He is Jealous, He is a jealous God! (Pro.3:5; Ps.28:7; Is.42:8; Ex.34:14)

Enjoy beautiful family moments, especially in fellowship with God. It's Refreshing and rewarding.

Day 26

Revelations 5:10 - and hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.

A king is a monarch who rules a people, usually by right of birth or inheritance.

Jesus Christ washed us from our sins with His Blood and made us kings and priests unto God to reign on the earth. (Rev.1:5-6; Rev.5:10)

Our response to His Salvation confers on us the right to become kings by our rebirth, as we become Born Again.

Mercy and Truth preserve the king and his throne is upheld by MERCY (Pro.20:28)

Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain MERCY (Mt.5:7)

Seeds of MERCY and Love will secure and uphold our thrones, for whatever we sow is what we reap back in many ways. (Gal.6:7-8)

Let's sow seeds of MERCY and Love to all, especially our family members, and the helpless. (Mt.25;31-40) These seeds are Love, forgiveness, hope, gifts, etc.

Day 27

Job 9:10 - He does great things past finding out, Yes, wonders without number.

This Beautiful day shall be full of wonders without numbers, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

May every word of our mouth and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable to God. Our words shall be wholesome, impacting and transforming lives, helping people in Jesus' Name. Amen. (Ps.19:13-14; Pro.15:4)

May the works of our hands be blessed and productive. Good works that will glorify God and bless mankind (Mt.5:13-16)

Day 28

Psalm 96:6 - Honour and majesty are before him: Strength and beauty are in his sanctuary.

God will beautify every aspect of our lives as we worship Him in Spirit and in Truth as a lifestyle. (Jn.4:23-24)

Truth gives joy. It makes whole, gives Strength, and sets FREE. Truth is a Person - please read the following texts to find out who. Jn.17:17; Jn.8:31-32; Jn.1:1-5.

Now may our God and Father Himself, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love to one another and to all, just as we do to you, so that He may establish your hearts blameless in holiness before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all His saints. (1 Thessalonians 3:11-13)

Day 29

Psalm 118:24 - This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.

This is a Good day, a Good day, Praise the Lord! My God will solve your problems, and He will meet your needs in Jesus' Name. Amen. (This prayer is inspired by the song by Morris Chapman)

It is beautifully well with our children. God's Grace is about all that pertains to them, in Jesus ' Name. They are kept by God and His Word.

Rejoice, again, I say REJOICE! Joyfully go about your activities. Joy eases our lives - Is.12:3. Have a Joyful day. SHALOM.

Day 30

Daniel 11: 32 - Those who do wickedly against the covenant he shall corrupt with flattery; but the people who know their God shall be strong and do great exploits.

To them, God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. (Colossians 1:27)

Christ in us and our children is the hope of Glory that eradicates shame. We can do great exploits.

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me - Declare it! (Philippians 4:13)

Pray for your Children (Notice Prayer for Children is frequent lately, it is divinely directed; that is your greatest investment for them. It will secure other investments). They shall Be Strong, Vibrant, and REFRESHED!

Day 31

Psalm 115:12 - The Lord has been mindful of us; He will bless us; He will bless the house of Israel; He will bless the house of Aaron.

God is aware of you. He is mindful of you. (Ps.115:12; Ps.8:2)

He knows our every thought, every word, and every move - Ps.139:1-6. Nothing is hidden from Him.

There's no hopeless or helpless situation with God. He is the Light that scatters every darkness in and around us. Let's open up to His Light, Love, Joy, and Direction. (Ps.139:7-12; Jn.1:1-5)

He formed every complex detail of our bodies, minds, and spirits. There's nothing about us that He can't handle - Ps.139:13-16.

He constantly thinks of us and is concerned with the details of our lives. No wonder He props and prompts us per time. (Jer.29:11; Ps.139:17-18)

God searches our hearts and will purify our motives as we allow Him - Ps.139:23-24.

Hope in God, He will come through for you. Saturate your mind with His Word so that no matter the pressure of Life, His Word is what is squeezed out. (Col.3:16)

New Beginnings! New Hopes! New Joys! New Horizons!

Forget the past! Embrace the BEAUTIFUL NEW! (Isaiah 43:18-19)

Let go of the past and look forward to the new things God is doing in your life.

Embrace this season of new beginnings with Faith and Joy—Great things are ahead!

Useful Resources

Some Resourceful Platforms that will Strengthen, Revive and Refresh you from time to time, and enhance your walk with God:

· Refreshing Moments Resources Podcasts on Spotify, by Titilayo Agahama.

· Domi Radio – 24/7 Online Christian Radio – Bishop David Oyedepo and other anointed servants of God.

· NSPPD Fire Prayers (on all social media platforms) - 7 – 9 am WAT every Monday to Friday – Pastor Jerry Eze (PJ – What God cannot do, does not exist!).

Be REFRESHED!

JESUS CHRIST IS LORD!

Titilayo Agahama

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