DAILY SHOWER December 28, 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: If you suffer for the kingdom
Text: 1 Peter 4:13-19 (NIV):
"4.3. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.
4:14. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.
4:15. If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler.
4:16. However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.
4:17. For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God?
4:18. And, "If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?"
4:19. So then, those who suffer according to God's will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good."
SHOWER (Reflection):
Brethren, do not get angry when you suffer for the kingdom. God has promised to reward those who suffered for the gospel richly at the end. What does suffering for kingdom entails? This includes doing the works of God amidst persecution. It also means investing in promoting the gospel, fasting and praying, etc. Get up now and start the movements to serve God.
PRAYER/DECLARATIONS
1. O Jesus, empower and enlighten me to share in Your suffering and wear the crown at last. In Jesus name, Amen.
2. O God arise, bring down to me good tidings and all blessing meant for me this year, in Jesus name, Amen.
3. God of vengeance, arise and consume them by power and authority all those wishing me dead this year, Jesus name, Amen!!!