DAILY SHOWER October 16, 2022 Devotion and Declarations
Prayer before the Word:
_ O God, my King, my Your name be highly glorified for the gift of life. Forgive my trespasses. Please, show me Your way, and assist me to follow it to the end in Jesus name, Amen_
TODAY’S TOPIC: Reconciliation not seed of favour
Text: Matthew 5:21-26 (NIV)
"5:21. You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.'
5:22. But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, 'Raca,' is answerable to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, 'You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of hell.
5:23. "Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you,
5:24. leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.
5:25. "Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still with him on the way, or he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison.
5:26. I tell you the truth, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.
SHOWER (Reflection):
You might have heard pastors or your other religious leaders insisting, demanding or explaining why you must give offerings, tithes or seed offerings so that God will bless you. Some will even call it seed of favour, seed of prosperity or whatever. But God is telling us today that seeking or forgiving others who have offended you is the key to gaining favour, upliftment, promotions, health and others from God. To reconcile is to set free your heart, time and everything you hold against others. If you don't forgive, you will be insecure, thinking and reflecting on how you can punish or escape from your offender. That leads to heart attack and other health complications.
PRAYER/DECLARATIONS
1. O God, I thank You for another day of favour and grace. I pray for Your directions to do exploit today in Jesus name, Amen.
2. I stand by the power in the blood of Jesus Christ to cancel every evil thing done against me at night. And I hereon proclaim open doors and connections to move higher in Jesus name, Amen.
3. God has positioned me for exploit. I must do exploit it today. I cannot be push over in Jesus name, Amen!!!