RHAPSODY OF REALITIES DAILY DEVOTIONAL.(FEBRUARY«»2014) THEME«»INDEPENDENT OF CIRCUMSTANCES SATURDAY«»1ST«»FEBRUARY«»2014 WITH«»PASTOR CHRIS OYAKHILOME Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice (Scriptural Ref«»Philippians 4:4) God wants us joyful at all times and for our joy to be independent of circumstances. This was one of Apostle Pauls secrets of success; he said in Philippians 4:11, ...I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. Hed learnt to live independent of circumstances. No wonder, even while in prison, he was still so full of joy; exuberant with praise to the Lord for counting him faithful to suffer persecution for His Name. Recall that Paul was in prison at this time, yet he didnt allow his experience dictate his mood or interfere with the joy of the Lord in his heart. He was so independent of circumstances that he could encourage and admonish the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord always. Some Christians today arent even in prison, yet theyre sad and wish things were different. The right attitude for every child of God is to see challenges as springboards for promotion; its the way to live at the top all the time. James 1:2 says, My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations. The reason the Lord would admonish that you remain joyful in spite of the tests and trials you might face, is that the story has already been told! The end has been determined; your testimony of victory in that situation is for sure. Romans 8:28 says, And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. This should form the basis for your joy at all times. You can never be disadvantaged! Someone might ask, Is it realistic to think we can actually be full of joy all the time? absolutely! The Word of God is reality (John 17:17); sadly, for some people, reality is in the arena of human experiences. But for the one whos born again, Christ is reality. If you live in Him, and your consciousness is in Him, youll be joyful twenty-four hours every day! Youll be a success on every count, irrespective and independent of your circumstances. This is the reality in Christ Jesus. PRAYER: Dear Father, I thank you for what the Lord Jesus came to accomplish for me - His vicarious death and triumphant resurrection - which has brought me into the life of unlimited joy, victory, and dominion in Him. Hallelujah! With joy, I bring forth good things out of your eternal deposits in my spirit, as I express your righteousness today, in Jesus Name. Amen. F U R T H E R S T U D Y: Philippians 4:6-7(KJV) 6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7(AMP) 6 Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. 7 And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. DAILY SCRIPTURE READING PLAN: 1 Year Bible Reading Plan: Matthew 22:15-46; Exodus 22-23 2 Year Bible Reading Plan: Acts 14:8-18; Job 34-35 HAPPY............NEW..................MONTH
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