It is still possible-never too late

*MEDITATION*

Luke 1:37 "For with God nothing is ever impossible and no word from God shall be without power or impossible of fulfillment."AMP

Point to ponder on: It will only take a second to hit a turning point, so within a second things can turn around and sorrow turns into joy, so never say it's over until you are out of life.

"Keep going until the final whistle", is an old football adage. It makes sense in theory, but is hard to do when you're 4-0 down, your own fans are yelling abuse at you and you're wishing you hadn't turned up.  Sometimes you get disappointed with your expectations not met and life looks hostile to you and you are about to give up and conclude that you are a failure. Friend, just hold on. It only takes a second to score a goal, and how true it is, as a goal can
change everything, and no game is won until it's all truly all over. You cannot say it is over for you because you have not gotten your heart desire and the month is winding up.

Considering "Reading and Arsenal match in 2012, you have to feel sorry for the losing side. Reading played magnificently for 44 and a half minutes, putting Arsenal to the sword and going 4-0 up in this 2012 League Cup tie. But a Theo Walcott goal on the stroke of half time proved the turning point. Giroud made it 4-2, but with 2 minutes to play, it was still Reading's
game. But, an 89th minute goal and a goal in the 5th minute of injury time took it to extra time. Arsenal then led 5-4, Reading equalised with 4 minutes to go, but then another last minute Arsenal double sent them through, with Reading 5-7 Arsenal (2012) and Arsenal that seemed defeated and hopeless won the game.

Friend, don't give up on yourself now. You can still restrategise and trust Jesus to help you win your life game and accomplish your goals. If you look up to grace personified "Jesus" and stop depending on your self effort that yieded little or nothing, He will bring a turning point into your life. Do what you need to do and let Jesus handle what is beyond you. It's never too late, let  Jesus take over and rest in Him while He works things out on your behalf. It is still possible with God.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

It Won't Work

*MEDITATION*

Numbers 23:23 "Surely there is no enchantment with or against Jacob, neither is there any divination with or against Israel. [In due season and even] now it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, What has God wrought!"AMP

Point to ponder on: No matter the devise your adversaries use against you, it won't work.

It doesn't matter their plot and the mastery in evil that gives your adversaries courage to attack, their witchcraft will fail in Jesus name. You will laugh at them all in Jesus name. The Lord of Host is your God and no one can curse who God has blessed. You are under the shadow of the Almighty, you dwell in His secret place, hence you are covered from every evil arrow. God is not in their gathering, therefore confusion shall be the order of the day whenever they assemble. They will stumble as they try hard against your life and turn against themselves because the Lord is fighting for you. Any where they take your name to for consultation to invoke evil on you, it will backfire on them in Jesus name. They will walk into the pit they have dug for you in Jesus name. You are an over-comer. Rejoice in your victory.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

I Have A Good Heritage

*MEDITATION*

Psalm 16:6 "The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; yes, I have a good heritage."AMP

Point to ponder on: God has great plans for your life, therefore speak prophetically over your day and life to activate your good heritage.

I rise into dominion stepping out into a blessed day. The Lord has made a decision to bless me with fortune, my path is decorated with favour and my land is a territory filled with milk and honey. Today, I am set up for unlimited blessing on every side. People are going out of their ways to favour me as God's favour is smiling down on me. My steps are ordered to walk into places blessings are awaiting me. My work is blessed, I attract customers and goodwill of people. Everything I do prospers as the hand of God rests on my life. I am blessed and highly favoured. I operate with excellent Spirit succeeding in academics, ministry, career, business, marriage and life. My mind is free from confusion, I receive insight and foresight to make right decisions. I am preserved from every evil and overcoming every temptation. I will return with testimonies today and always, and my mouth will be filled with laughter in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Stay Strong To the End

*MEDITATION*

Mark 13:13 "And all of you shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved."UKJV

Point to ponder on: Jesus didn't promise the road will be easy, but He told us to endure persecution unto the end for our final salvation.

Jesus never promised it will be easy all the way to follow Him. We can expect insult, hatred, threat and assault, temptation and trials for being a true disciple of Christ. You cant afford to save your face by acting like the unbelievers so that nobody notices you as a different species with the kingdom standard. Remember what Jesus said,  "But whoever denies and disowns Me before men, I also will deny and disown him before My Father Who is in heaven." -Matthew 10:33
There will be increase in hatred of believers in these last days and some believers will try to save face and compromise but His grace is always sufficient if we choose to walk in it. Jesus knows life at some point will be tough for believers living in the society where evil has become a norm, He knows that doing business under such system will be tempting, in fact the system will be completely against what could be called godly but you live in such society and so you must endure not to compromise and stay strong to the end.

However, while you live your life you must also be your brother's keeper as you go through life, "[Strive to] save others, snatching [them] out of [the] fire; on others take pity [but] with fear, loathing even the garment spotted by the flesh and polluted by their sensuality."- Jude 1:23 

Above all, remember this word of comfort in your daily endeavour, "Now to Him Who is able to keep you without stumbling or slipping or falling, and to present [you] unblemished (blameless and faultless) before the presence of His glory in triumphant joy and exultation [with unspeakable, ecstatic delight]"–Jude 1:24

You shall finish strong in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Handle It Well

*MEDITATION*

Luke 16:12 "And if you have not proved faithful in that which belongs to another [whether God or man], who will give you that which is your own [that is, the true riches]?"AMP

Point to ponder on: When you handle what belongs to others faithfully, God qualifies you for a reward of true riches.

The view of some dilapidated buildings which were once strong companies providing means of livelihood to families for more than twenty years but are now bushes have been of great concern to me. Have you ever wondered why many industries in the northern and southern part of Nigeria known for textiles, Cocoa, coal and other products established before Nigeria Independence closed down? This industries couldn't survive the management culture of the people in charge.  What about Okin biscuit-the short cake and the round one? They are no more in the market and the company is no longer in business. This company was run down by those put in charge. So what went wrong?

The problem lies in selfishness, greed and lack of vision by the people who managed the businesses which led to their mismanagement. They were more concern of the present moment and their gains and not about the future of the businesses and lives connected to them. What are you managing for someone today? How well are you handling it. Please take care of that business, job or work given to you as if you are the owner. Think of the future and lives connected to the business. If you desire to own yours trust me the same way you handle another man's own is the way they will manage yours. The universe doesn't forgive, this I always tell people, the law of the universe will pay you back. The law of cause and effect, the law of reciprocity, the law of seed time and harvest. "So then, whatever you desire that others would do to and for you, even so do also to and for them, for this is (sums up) the Law and the Prophets." -Matt. 7:12(AMP)

You see, the pay back may not come immediately and most times people have forgotten their deeds when the universe pay them in full. God has set the law of reward to give back to the actions of mankind in due time. I know God can count on you to do far better as His child and you will be rewarded and it will be a reward of what you have given to others. If you are serving serve well as unto the Lord, if you are leading please lead well as unto the Lord whether it's your business or someone else's. "And whatsoever all of you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men."-Col.3:23(UKJV)

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

When Jesus Steps In

*MEDITATION*

John 20:19 "Then on that same first day of the week, when it was evening, though the disciples were behind closed doors for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, Peace to you!"AMP

Point to ponder on: When Jesus steps in, He comes with peace the world can't give and puts an end to fear and obscurity.

What are you afraid of? Is fear keeping you away from the lime light? The disciples were afraid and stayed behind closed doors. Locked away from the public and kept in obscurity. This occurred before they received the power of the Holy Spirit. One would think they should be bold having been disciples of Jesus for more than three years but disciples without power can't be bold and confront the terror of the society and that of its authority. Being in Church for so long doesn't equal being full of His power. You need His power to rise above fear keeping you in obscurity. Is there any thing breeding fear in you? Did you see how Jesus stepped in and released peace in the midst of their fears. Whatever you are afraid of Jesus is stepping in for you and His word is still very real now, "Peace to you!" The peace of the Lord will guide your heart and mind through your journey, the peace those who teach the world how to get inner peace can't give, this peace can only be given by Jesus and it passes all understanding. And if you ask me, I will tell you loud and clear, this peace doesn't mean absence of trouble but rest in the midst of trouble. The world can't give it, they don't have it but Jesus says, "Peace to you!" He has come to empower you so that you can be courageous to pursue your dream to fulfilment and be transformed. After Jesus spoke peace into their lives He breathed on them the breath of the Holy Spirit to abide within them, an empowerment within while they waited for the power upon. You need the inner empowerment which comes through the breath of His Spirit.(see John 20:22) Only Jesus can give and you need that fresh breath for renewal and awakening for exploit this year. The Lord will empower you afresh in Jesus name. Jesus stepped in and put an end to the era of obscurity in the lives of the disciples by bringing peace and fresh breath of inner power. That fresh breath, Jesus is releasing into you henceforth to dissolve stronghold of fear and obscurity in your life so that you can fulfill your dream in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Hang On -Don't Give Up

*MEDITATION*

John 20:11"But Mary remained standing outside the tomb sobbing. As she wept, she stooped down [and looked] into the tomb."AMP

Point to ponder on: If you can hang on a little longer, you will see the Lord's manifestation.

Mary (Mary Magdalene-from Magdala) won't leave the tomb, she was perplexed, confused and had no clue to what has happened to what she cherished most. Her Lord was missing. She sought the help of the disciples who had deeper relationship with Jesus, but they had no clue too to the happenstance. They left the tomb but Mary hanged on. She must find an answer to her quest. Is it not troubling when those you look up to can't give you answer to your quest or couldn't provide solution to your problem? But Mary didn't give up despite the fact that this two disciples couldn't  provide her answers to why Jesus was missing. They didn't understand from the scripture that Jesus will rise from the dead(see John 20:9). Mary had her mind made up to go no where until she finds answer. She stayed back and poured out her heart. So many a times we quickly withdraw and get tired of waiting on the Lord. We dashed in quickly to the secret place to seek God and we never wait enough to see Him manifest Himself to us and we rushed out again. We poured our heart out but couldn't wait for His response. We seek the Lord and when we are confused or don't understand some things we just throw in the towel. See Mary's attitude: she hanged on. Why? Because she must see the Lord. A singleness of purpose. That was her target and nothing more. Just as Hannah won't leave Shiloh until she got her Samuel Mary won't leave the tomb until she gets to see the Lord.

Consequently, the attitude of Mary propelled the Lord to appear to Mary before going to the Father. I believe her sincerity, devotion, singleness of purpose, love and faith from a confused and troubled heart got Jesus' attention that He put on hold His trip to the Father for a while just to see Mary. She became the first to see the Lord after resurrection. She paid a price to get that rank beloved. Your price to see the Lord manifest in your life this year is to hang on Him. Mary didn't give up so soon, you can't afford to give up dear. Disappointment, discouragement, denial, delay and what ever it may be should not make you withdraw from whatever price you need to pay to get what you want. Hang on like Mary, Jesus must come to your aid. Let Him know you are all out for Him and He will give you Mary-Experience.(See John 20:11-17) The Lord will manifest Himself in every area of your life in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Stand For The Truth

MEDITATION*

John 18:40 "They answered him with a shout, "No, not him! We want Barabbas!" (Barabbas was a bandit.)" GNB

Point to ponder on: The world may reject you for standing for the truth but you will always have God's acceptance and approval.

Have you been rejected because you stood for the truth and been considered ridiculous? The Jews rejected Jesus and preferred a criminal-Barabbas. You are not alone. A brother who worked in Lagos decided to stand by the truth at His place of work and his colleagues went against him because he refused to support their sharp practices, they plotted his transfer to Abuja and His God who rewards truth and righteousness opened door for him to become an entrepreneur where he made his first million and later quit their job.

This scripture portrays a physical representation of a spiritual dimension of God's concept of exchange, where Christ takes over the sin of mankind. Barabbas representing sinners(you and I released though guilty of sin but Christ took our place) and gives His righteousness to whoever accepts and believes His work on the cross. However, It also reveals the nature of mankind towards truth and falsehood, evil and good. If you will always live a godly life, what happens to you is not what is important but what you choose to become in the face of your trials. Jesus stood for the truth till death and was rejected and we have Him as our role model. The world may not accept your kingdom standard but they will try to bend you to join them. Just remember you belong to the King of kings, the world can only know Him well when you represent Him well anywhere you go by upholding God's standard. It is better to be rejected by the world for standing for the truth and be accepted by God rather than to join them and lose God's acceptance. You will not fall away in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Do Not Say

*MEDITATION*

Proverb 24:29 ''Do not say, 'I'll do to him as he has done to me; I'll pay that man back for what he did." NIV

Point to ponder on: God wants you to forgive your offenders and never think and talk about revenge.

I really do not know how it hurts and I can't measure the degree of damage the actions and words of people have caused you emotionally and psychologically in the past or present, but the Lord Jesus knows your pain and feelings. They slapped Him, spat on Him, insulted Him and after they crucified Him on the cross, He said, "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do."(see Luke 23:34) To every human in the flesh (ruled by the senses) this will seem impossible to let go of offences, but to every human walking in the Spirit(ruled by the Word) it is fulfilling the love and friendship demand of Jesus, "If you love me, you will obey what I command."-John 14:15 "You are my friend if you do what I command you." -John 15:14
Obeying the Word of God should be motivated by our friendship with Him and our love for Him, which should be rated above any offence from mere mortal that can be here today and tomorrow is gone. I know as an individual, certain things hurt because I have been there, but when we see from the realm of the Word every time we deal with people, the Word comes alive in us and blasts away such fury or anger that could provoke the thinking and talking about vengeance. The Lord doesn't even want you to say "I'll do to him as he has done to me; I'll pay that man back for what he did," let alone taking action to revenge. Before someone will talk about it, he must have thought about it and when talking about it, his mind is made up to attack. Beloved, no matter how it hurts, walk in the Spirit(be ruled by the Word). Let His Word rule your heart: "Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for [God's] wrath; for it is written, Vengeance is Mine, I will repay (requite), says the Lord." Romans 12:19-AMP 

The grace to do lies in the obedience to the Word. Once your heart is willing to do the Word, grace will flow. The Lord will enable you to walk in the Spirit (ruled by the Word) always in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Trust His Judgment

*MEDITATION*

John 13:32 "Then Jesus answered, 'Will you really lay down your life for me? I tell you the truth, before the rooster crows, you will disown me three times!" NIV

Point to ponder on: Jesus knows the heart of every human, so trust Him to guide you in your relationships.

The Lord knows your ability, inability, weakness, strength, and your future capability in the midst of life challenges. When you make promise God knows whether you can handle it or not even when you think you can. Sometimes we are moved by emotions and say nice things we have not considered whether we are capable of doing or not. More so, when your friends make promises, Jesus knows the one that is lip service, genuine but will later back out for one reason or the other and the one that is true. No wonder His mercies are new every morning to exempt us from judgment. Know that God is never surprised when you disappoint Him in keeping to your words and failing at some point in your walk with Him. He knew what Peter would do as a disciple in a dire situation, likewise Jesus knows what you will do in any dire situation and what your friends will do to you as well.

In addition, Jesus knows what people in your life at present and those you will accept into your life in the future will do when you are facing life challenges. Therefore, it is wise to allow God to guide you when you are choosing friends, life partner, business partners and ministry partners,etc so that He can guide you based on His good judgment (fore-knowledge) of the people you are about to accept or will accept into your life to avoid regret or damage such relationships may cause. Remember, "What man is he that fears the LORD? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose." -Psalm 25:12
It is wise to trust His judgment because He knows the end from the beginning.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Unfolding of Destiny

*MEDITATION*

John 13:27 "As soon as Judas ate the bread, Satan took control of him. Then Jesus said to him, “What you are going to do, do quickly.” T4T

Point to ponder on: Destiny is real, what is written must come to pass at the time ordained for it.

God's design for your life is special and peculiar, it's in faces and stages, but ultimately, all the puzzles are put together to illustrate a point, which is the fulfilment of your destiny. There are some negatives designed to foster God's plans for our lives. Judas betraying Jesus may seem evil but it was a design to fulfill Jesus' destiny. Some people will plan evil for us thinking they are working against us but they are instrumental to the fulfilment of our destiny. The reason we must pray for God's will to be done always is for such reason. Let those who need to act at this time to aid the fulfilment of your destiny do it fast in Jesus name. But realise that not every negative action is against your destiny, some are actually designed for it's fulfilment. Some friends are going to betray you for you to get to your next level. Which ever way it goes with your experience with people, since you can't control their action, just trust God to bring good out of it all. Therefore, if you are praying that some enemies should die you never can tell, their evil actions targeted at you might be orchestrated to work for your good without their knowledge. God is at work and in time everything will fall in place as you go through life for His will to be done in your life in Jesus name. Play your role in the script of life and God will play His. You will finish strong in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Take Caution

*MEDITATION*

John 11:54 "For that reason Jesus no longer appeared publicly among the Jews, but left there and retired to the district that borders on the wilderness (the desert), to a village called Ephraim, and there He stayed with the disciples."AMP

Point to ponder on: Maintain your privacy, take caution and apply wisdom to living.

Jesus being all powerful, all knowing and a life giver applied a method that every believer should learn from. Despite His power and mightiness, when He realised there was a threat over His life, He took caution and restricted Himself from going to certain places for a period of time. This is wisdom at work, His action was to foil the plan of the Pharisees who had given orders to people to arrest Him before His time. He knew it's not yet His time and His enemies were desperate to get rid of Him at all cost. So he applied wisdom to keep Himself away from the reach of His enemies. There are times you need privacy to give shape to your live. Sometimes you need to withdraw from the crowd and public scene and just be by yourself and see who really cares. You will always need the silent mode in your life ones in a while to keep your life under vivid examination and then reach out again refreshed, inspired and motivated to impact your world. You might need to restrict yourself from certain discussions, events and places for security purposes. This doesn't affect your normal daily life but it simply means maintaining privacy, being disciplined and security conscious. Don't go to danger zone when you can avoid it like Jesus did, and start quoting, "He that keeps Israel neither slumber nor sleep...the Lord is the shade on my right hand." -Ps.121:4&5 Unless you are a security agent on duty who has a responsibility to protect lives and properties, then, you can trust the Lord for safety carrying out your duty. But if not, apply wisdom. "...wisdom can keep you safe. But if you are wise, you will know the best way to live."Eccl.7:12 (EE)

Consequently, some people invite trouble into their lives because of lack of wisdom to be disciplined and maintain privacy. They discuss issues that give their enemies clue about how to deal with them. Know who to give progress update about your life. I know God is your shield(your defence) but don't give yourself away, apply wisdom. It is wise sometimes to keep certain testimonies to your family and God and just mind your business as if nothing serious is happening in your life to give your adversaries diversion for a while from your personal life. The devil doesn't know all things but he gathers information, so be smart. Many who could not maintain privacy about their lives have brought pain on themselves and loved ones as a result of carelessness. Learn to know when to take caution, save some discussion, save some questions, query every outing and lead a quiet life with peace and tranquility. "You are kept by the mighty power of God through faith."

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

If You Believe You Will See The Glory of God

*MEDITATION*

John 11:40 "Jesus said to her, Did I not tell you and promise you that if you would believe and rely on Me, you would see the glory of God?" AMP

Point to ponder on: Some problems are glory revealer. Therefore, believe and trust in Jesus in the midst of your storm and you will see the glory of God.

Has it taken so long and now you are wondering, "Why this delay?" May be yours is more than four days of waiting and you are questioning yourself "Does God still answer prayers? Or Could it be my sin that is responsible for this occurrence in my life? I have called on Jesus but nothing seems to be working, LORD please have mercy, I really don't understand what is going on." Beloved, the Lord that you serve wants your case to reveal the glory of God. He knows when all eyes are on you and people are wondering and mocking, "Where is his or her God? Hmmm only God knows those who are truly serving Him." Consequently, when the case seems hopeless and everyone is throwing a pity party for you and friends are sympathising and your faith is under a serious test, be encouraged because your case is about to make known the power and the glory of God. The only thing you need do at this moment is to believe and trust in Jesus against all odds. Jesus will come through as He came through for Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Their neighbours thought it was over for Lazarus, the relationship of Mary and Martha with Jesus was beginning to look like it has nothing divine to offer. Jesus' friends (Mary & Martha) could only hope to see their brother at the resurrection, then, Jesus who is the resurrection and the life showed up and turned things around. Jesus brought resurrection, life, joy and new dawn to their home. The Lord who didn't put His friends to shame will not put you to shame in Jesus name. Are you a friend of Jesus? The relationship that Mary and Martha shared with Jesus brought miracle into their home, your home will experience miracles that will call the attention of your neighbours to rejoice with you in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Jesus' Got You Covered

*MEDITATION*

John 8: 7 "When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, 'If any one of you is without sin, let him be the first to throw a stone at her." NIV

Point to ponder on: In the midst of all odds you can always count on Jesus when people stand against you to pull you down Jesus will stand up for you.

Isn't it amazing that accusers look for every opportunity to find faults and try to nail their victims to the wall of condemnation? The Pharisees were synonyms of the religious demons we have today in the Church clothed with the garment of self-righteousness, who go around finding faults in everyone except themselves. The Pharisees were desperate to pull Jesus down and so they got a great opportunity of a woman who became a victim of circumstance. After they must have had their fill of watching the scene of adultery, they ignored the man and brought out the woman to see whether Jesus would instruct against the law of Moses so they could be justified to get rid of Him, but their efforts failed woefully. Every effort of your accusers will fail over your life in Jesus name. The woman that became their object of ridicule was at their mercy, but Jesus stood up for her. May be someone has been all out for you at your work place or in business or in the neighbourhood or even in your extended family trying to rubbish your integrity, degrade you and humiliate you. Remember, even that woman was a sinner and caught in the act of adultery but Jesus prevailed over her accusers. You will prevail in Jesus name. It doesn't matter your error, when you surrender to Jesus, He will stand up for you and your mess will be covered with mercy. When everyone turns against you, ensure to get Jesus on your side. He won't condemn or judge you but give you an opportunity to right your wrong and begin afresh. Just know that no matter the tongue lashing you might be receiving right now and from whatever quarters that might be coming from, keep your eyes on Jesus because He's got your back and will stand up for you even when friends fail and turn enemies and accusers.

Beloved, don't be discouraged when all your friends desert you at your time of need like no nobody identified with the woman caught in adultery. It was only Jesus who stood for her, therefore, If you find life treating you this way, you have Jesus on your side. He is all you need now, He's got you covered.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Purpose Preserves

MEDITATION

John 7:30 "They were looking for a way to arrest him, but not a hand was laid on him because it wasn't yet God's time." MSG

Point to ponder on: God's purpose preserves your life for its fulfillment until your time is up.

It doesn't matter the drama of the devil and its cohort against your life, it's only a drama of threat. He cannot stop you as long as you are in God's will fulling God's purpose for your life. The reason some of us didn't die when the devil tried to cut us off is because of God's purpose for our lives. God's mercy preserves you to fulfill His purpose for your life. The devil stirred people up against Jesus but to no avail.(See v.44, Jn. 8:59) If you are doing what the Lord has called you to do and in line of your duty fulfilling your life assignment, you can not be cut off until your time is up as designed by God. Therefore, stay in God, you are a solution to your world. It is important to identify your place and stay in there. Going outside it can be dangerous. When you are in your place the devil wants to stop you let alone when you are out of your place of covering. God's purpose preserves you to see its fulfillment, if you are in, please stay and remain blessed. God's purpose will preserve you for its fulfillment, stay in line and fulfill your purpose. You will finish strong in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Eternal Values

*MEDITATION*

John 6:24 "So the people, finding that neither Jesus nor His disciples were there, themselves got into the small boats and came to Capernaum looking for Jesus."AMP

Point to ponder on: Seek after things that are of eternal values.

People sought after Jesus because he has what could satisfy what they considered their needs. They were desperate to locate Him but it was all about food(daily bread) and not because they love Jesus and His Word. It was about what they will gain to satisfy their present hunger which has no eternal value. But Jesus knows human intentions and motives and so He confronted them in their vanity. We also need to stop and ask the big question, "What am I desperately pursuing that is not of eternal value that I have raised above Christ by my motive and action." In the kingdom our significance is not in our earthly possessions but in Christ Jesus. "And He said to them, Guard yourselves and keep free from all covetousness (the immoderate desire for wealth, the greedy longing to have more); for a man's life does not consist in and is not derived from possessing overflowing abundance or that which is over and above his needs."Luke 12:15-AMP
We don't live just for now and instant gratification but for eternal value, something that will speak for us in eternity. Therefore, let us seek Jesus not just for our daily bread, breakthrough, miracle, healing, etc. He knows we need them and He will satisfy us, but let us set our hearts on things above and of eternal value.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Success by Design-31

Whatever dream you have will not become a reality without you playing your part. Joseph had a dream, it was given by God but Joseph was never left out in the fulfilment of his dream. He was disappointed by his brothers, yet, he kept a positive mental attitude. He went through temptation, yet, he kept a positive mental attitude. He was sent to prison, right there he helped the chief butler interpreted his dream and told him what will happen next, the chief butler got out and forgot him, yet Joseph kept a positive mental attitude. However, a day of reward came for his persistence, consistence, labour, resilience, faithfulness and hard work and his dream became a reality. Don't give up when you are clear about your dream, keep a positive mental attitude, trust God and always play your part, you will get there.

~David, Johnson~

How Earnest Do You Want It?

*MEDITATION*

John 5:6 "When Jesus noticed him lying there [helpless], knowing that he had already been a long time in that condition, He said to him, Do you want to become well? [Are you really in earnest about getting well?]"AMP

Point to ponder on: Jesus knows where you need His help but He wants to know how earnest you need it.

Do you know that Jesus takes note of the condition in your life that needs a change. He wants to help you get well in all spheres of life, He wants to put an end to long standing issues, habits that represent either weight or sin preventing you from enjoying a triumphant life. Just as Jesus noticed the invalid man who had been stagnant for thirty eight years, He notices that area in your life that needs transformation and He is willing to help you now. 

However, some believers have remained stagnant because they are always looking unto people instead of taking bold steps and grab the opportunity the Lord has provided, they are still waiting for someone to help them and so they remain on the same spot giving excuses. Excuses have been the barrier of many today like the invalid man, blaming the issue on people who were not ready to help. And even when help came for him, he had been so used to depending on others to help him that he was busy complaining about his disappointments instead of telling Jesus his need. Beloved, Jesus is willing to help you, forget about those who have the capacity to help and didn't help and focus on the true helper who can use anyone to fulfill His mission in your life. It is first you and Jesus, then any other can follow. So tell Jesus those areas you are in earnest about getting well(fixed), whether in your finance, relationships, academics, mental health, physical health, spiritual life or your career.

Consequently,  instead of complaining to everyone about your problems, why don't you go into your room, take a seat or any position comfortable and envision God seated before you and tell him if you think its necessary your frustrations but most importantly the help you need. Take note that Jesus is so gentle and will not impose anything on you, so He needs to know whether you want a change or you prefer the status quo. Jesus will raise you up and emancipate you from every form of stagnation in Jesus name. Be precise about what you want Him to fix in your life.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Simple Obedience

*MEDITATION*

Luke 5:6 "And when they had done this, they caught a great number of fish; and as their nets were [at the point of] breaking."AMP

Point to ponder on: Simple obedience can deliver to you an outstanding miracle. Just obey His Word for the season and reap the blessing that comes with it.

Peter and the tool for his business were available for the Lord and Peter never hesitated to lay it down for the master's use, and not just that, he positioned it for the master's comfortable use.(See Luke 5:3) What are you giving up to please the Lord and get His attention. Peter gave his boat without coercion to get the attention of Jesus. What are you going to give this new season to get His full attention? Is it Tv show, overeating, oversleeping, name those habits. Is it time you need to create for Him out of your busy schedule? What is it that you struggle with in following Jesus wholeheartedly? Think about it. The Lord will help you get through in Jesus name.

What did Peter get from giving up his boat for a short time Jesus preached on it? He got overflow, something beyond his imagination. He never told Jesus he had toiled as a professional fisherman and caught nothing, but the Lord knew his need and frustration, and after giving up his boat Jesus compensated him with overflow. However, the overflow came through humility, trust and obedience to Jesus' word.(See Luke 5:4-5) He wisely told Jesus of his toil and failure over the night as a professional knowing the night time was best for fishing because fishes would normally come to the top for food. But he couldn't argue on his professionalism, rather he trusted on the living word that is capable of turning around situations. Even without a foreknowledge of what Jesus' word would do, he humbly obeyed and was dazed at the result he got, such that he considered himself inadequate to deserve such blessing as a sinner. If you are ready to experience a new dimension of God in your walk with the Master, obedience is key. Forget how much you know when you are before the Lord. In fact, to experience the supernatural, walking in faith requires that you suspend your brain to get the invisible God to do the impossible.  If you don't, over-thinking based on what you think you know might be a stumbling block. Therefore, get ready for His word anytime and when you discern a word is coming from the Lord through whoever He might choose as His mouthpiece, you better grab it for your miracle.

Consequently, when Peter obeyed, he got his net breaking miracle. What you need this year is just simple obedience to His word. The Lord will send you His word for your case at every instance you need it this year in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Success by Design-30

If you have no goal there is no go. Your goal determines your going each day, each week and each month. Without goals you need not bother about plans and no worries about execution or accomplishment because there is nothing to reach as a target. This is just a typical example of a person existing but not living. Set goals from the dream God has deposited in your heart and begin to live your life following through on your dream.

~David, Johnson~

Out of His Abundance

*MEDITATION*

John 1:16 "For out of His fullness (abundance) we have all received [all had a share and we were all supplied with] one grace after another and spiritual blessing upon spiritual blessing and even favor upon favor and gift [heaped] upon gift."AMP

Point to ponder on: It is out of Christ's abundance that you can receive and enjoy abundant life.

I know sometimes we boast of our qualifications to earn certain things and even on our hard work, but I need you to keep your attention on this key that can and will always open you up for unlimited supply of God's blessing. What is this key? It is the fullness of Christ Jesus. His fullness connotes His abundance. His abundance means no limitation but your qualification has limitations, your connection has limitations even if you are a close friend of Donald Trump there are things that will only answer to the supernatural which man can't give us, even your spouse can't either but only out of Christ's abundance.

Therefore, let us connect our expectations to Christ's abundance that can't be exhausted. We have benefited in His abundance in the past, still in the present and the future also depends on His abundance to experience abundant life He offers mankind and anyone who accepts and believes in Him. What His abundance contains are the ingredients that every human being needs to enjoy life to the fullest. You can't work for it but as long as you are in Christ and depends on His abundance Jesus will make them available to those who trust Him regardless of their weaknesses. He supplies grace, spiritual blessing, favour and gift, all in great measure. Beloved, let us connect to His abundance and trust in His supplies in all our daily endeavours. We can't exhaust them but to receive from Him we must trust Him. If your eyes are on your job, business, intellect or brain power, connection, you can get disappointed but to trust in Christ's abundance He will not fail you.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

God Will Raise People For Your Sake

*MEDITATION*

Isaiah 45:4 "For the sake of Jacob My servant, and of Israel My chosen, I have called you by your name. I have surnamed you, though you have not known Me." AMP

Point to ponder on: God can do the unimaginable for your sake. He can raise an unbeliever to a place of authority just to fulfill His purpose in your life. So, don't box God.

God works in a way far beyond our imaginations, hence, we can always expect the unimaginable. When He is set to fulfill His purpose in your life, He works it out in a way that suits Him and will at the end accomplish His will. God raised Cyrus, anointed him, called him by name, surnamed him(made him part of God's family) and strengthened him who didn't even acknowledge Him just for the sake of Jacob (Israel). If you are expecting God's visitation, please don't box Him. He can come in any form simply because He is the Lord and there is no other and He does His things in the way He pleases(See Isa. 45:6-7). God can use anybody for you, be it an unbeliever or a believer. What is important is that His will be done and that you are sensitive and flow with the move of God. I pray that God will raise people for your sake to fulfill destiny in Jesus name. And when God is set to raise help for you, I pray that you will be sensitive to His move and identify who He has raised for your sake in Jesus name. Whatever God is raising people to do in your life will be accomplished with ease in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

Get God Involved

*MEDITATION*

Proverbs 16:1&3 "THE PLANS of the mind and orderly thinking belong to man, but from the Lord comes the [wise] answer of the tongue. Roll your works upon the Lord [commit and trust them wholly to Him; He will cause your thoughts to become agreeable to His will, and] so shall your plans be established and succeed."AMP

Point to ponder on: You are responsible for planning and when your plans align with God's will, success is guaranteed.

Whatever you have in mind as a dream, goal, idea or ambition, it is the Lord that has the final say. The easiest way to succeed with your plans this year is to wholly commit your work to God. Take all to Him in prayers and discuss with Him as a child will discuss with his or her earthly father being conscious that he is your heavenly father. Whatever field you operate, God is supreme and knows the way to success in your field. As you trust Him wholly, then He will align your thought to His will so that when you are making plans, such plans are inspired by Him to lead you to success. God is committed to your success but you must commit all to Him to activate your success with ease.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

God's Reward Ahead

*MEDITATION*

Isaiah 45:3 "And I will give you the treasures of darkness and hidden riches of secret places, that you may know that it is I, the Lord, the God of Israel, Who calls you by your name." AMP

Point to ponder on: When God chooses to use you He prepares your reward ahead to prove to you He's got your back.

Everyone of us has got one or more assignments to carry out for the kingdom of God here on earth. But we must constantly remind ourselves that with every assignment there is a reward. God is set to help you accomplish whatever He gives you to accomplish for Him. Cyrus was chosen by God to subdue nations before him, and God prepared the way for him to succeed with his reward ahead (See Isa. 45:3)even before He embarked on the mission. I believe God will give you a vision for this new year to accomplish for His glory, therefore, never hesitate because you will only be doing yourself a favour to follow through as God would help you to accomplish the task. If the vision is from God it will definitely be to touch people's lives and not for selfish intentions. When you follow through your reward is already awaiting you. I pray as you follow through God will help you discover buried treasures others can't see and open your eyes to deposits of valuables for your benefit this year to confirm to you He's got your back in Jesus name.

I celebrate you.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson

God Has Gone Ahead of You To Make It Great

*MEDITATION*

Isaiah 45:2 "I will go before you and level the mountains [to make the crooked places straight]; I will break in pieces the doors of bronze and cut asunder the bars of iron." AMP

Point to ponder on: God has gone ahead of you to prepare the way so that the journey will be a bliss for you.

One thing you must keep in mind is that your heavenly father has gone ahead of you to prepare the year for your enjoyment. He knows there will be challenges, oppositions, and obstacles but He's got your back. He wants you to know that He cares for your wellbeing and to prove that as a loving father He assures you of leveling any challenge that might appear as mountain and to also break every closed door of opposition or obstacle for you to access open door to another level of glory. God is always ready. Are you ready to cooperate with His leadership? Am so sure you will have fun having Him in control and you just trust Him 100% making your requests known to Him through prayers and position yourself in higher expectations with praise and worship as a lifestyle to receive His daily goodness. Beloved, get ready for refreshing times as you embark on this blissful journey of 2019. The Lord has gone ahead of you. It will be a remarkable year full of God's goodness for you and your household in Jesus name.

I celebrate you. Happy New year.

Good morning. Enjoy His peace.

By
David, Johnson