The Power of Thanksgiving in Difficult Times

Life may not have given you everything you desire, but you are no longer where you used to be. That alone is a testimony. Thanksgiving is more than a response to blessings—it is an application for more. When we thank God, we position ourselves to receive, because gratitude opens the doors to the realm of divine help and supernatural supplies, which is evident in the life of David.

We do not thank God only when everything is perfect; we thank Him even when things are far from what we hoped for. Thanksgiving sets the atmosphere for miracles. And miracles are not always loud—being alive is a miracle. Waking up, eating, drinking, and even being able to use the bathroom at the end of the day are blessings we often overlook.

Some time ago, my sister lost her phone and was sad for a while. In that moment of disappointment, a thought came to her: What if this wasn’t just about a stolen phone? What if it was an exchange? Sometimes, the things we lose are things God uses to protect us from what the enemy intended. The Bible says, “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” (Psalm 23:5)

The best way to express gratitude is not when everything makes sense, but in the midst of chaos. When challenges arise, raise a chant of thanksgiving to Heaven. Declare the goodness of God, and watch Him move on your behalf.

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It is Wisdom to let God guide you

Hosea 14:9 (NKJV)

Who is wise? Let him understand these things.

Who is prudent? Let him know them.

For the ways of the Lord are right;

The righteous walk in them,

But transgressors stumble in them.

Most times, people get into arguments where we try to lower the standards of Christianity—deciding what should be obeyed and what should not. In this present time, many believe that knowing God is proven by having a lot to say, by sounding logical, or by expressing personal concepts.

But to truly know God is to treasure His Word, his instructions. To know God is to commune with Him, to fear Him, and to honor His voice. When we genuinely fear the Lord, there are conversations we cannot engage in. There are things we simply cannot do—not because we are trying to appear holy, but because we cannot afford to lose intimacy with Him. We dread the thought of not hearing Him speak.

To be wise is to let Him guide you. Wisdom is not measured by the multitude of your words; it is reflected in your daily alignment and willingness to let God lead. Wisdom is not determined by how much you say or how many people follow you, but by your ability to walk in the ways of the Lord.

The way of the Lord is righteous, the way of the Lord is prudent. Those who walk in it do not go missing; those who walk in it do not lose their way. Narrow is the path that leads to God and righteousness, and though the broad way exists, the Lord lovingly urges us to choose the narrow path—because in it, there is light. On that path, you encounter God in His fullness. 

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Seeking God's word in silent Turbulence

For a while now, I have been seeking answers—wondering, reflecting, and searching through my mind to understand what exactly went wrong or what dooris open. During this period, all I could sense was a silent kind of turbulence. It was easy to relax and ignore it, but deep within, I knew this was not the will of God.

And if God allowed it, then there must be something He wants me to pay attention to.

This is why, when you pray, you must pay attention to what is happening within—so you can discern when God is saying, “Check that place in your life; something is there.”

So I searched.

I searched.

I searched for the possible transaction that opened the door.

I searched because my mind, my spirit, and the Word of God are one weapons I go to war with—so they must be aligned, strengthened, and in place.

Scripture says:

“The entrance of Thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.” — Psalm 119:130 (KJV)

The Word of God has the power to break the yoke of Satan over our minds, spirits, and souls.

The gate of the spirit is a place where transactions are made—transactions that can speak long after we are gone. This is why the enemy fights for your mind. He knows that if he can access it, he can influence it as he pleases.

That is why Scripture warns:

“Guard your heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” — Proverbs 4:23

Beloved, there is a personal word God has for everything you may be experiencing. But you cannot understand it until you come to Him. As King, He watches to see you call on Him. He wants to hear you ask. He desires your questions..

Today, I invite you:

Make God’s Word the final authority over your life.

Make Him your priority, the light that guides your path.

When you do, He gives you insight on how to live.

Life with Jesus is not storm-free, but it is victory-guaranteed.

The answers you seek are found in your secret place—where only you and God can transact. We may be billions on the earth, but when you come before Him, it is you He meets. It is you He speaks to. It is you He strengthens.

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“That the Eyes of My Understanding Be Enlightened”

Many times, we rush through Scriptures and convince ourselves that we understand it. We read the words as they appear, forgetting that the Bible is not an ordinary book. These are not just letters on a page—they are Spirit-breathed, carried from the heart of God, written by men moved by the Holy Ghost.
So when I come to the Word, I cannot rely on my human mind alone. I must depend completely on the Holy Ghost for revelation, for interpretation and for insight.

2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness...

“That the eyes of my understanding be enlightened” has become a cry that rises from the depth of my spirit. I have seen enough to know that the Word of God is not passive—it is alive, sharp like a two-edged sword. It cuts through confusion, breaks stagnation, shatters doubt, and exposes the lies the enemy whispers.

Because of this, my heart longs—truly longs—for my understanding to be opened wide. I do not want to read Scripture through the lens of my emotions or assumptions. I want the Holy Ghost to breathe on every word until it becomes life in me. I want His voice to echo in my spirit, His light to illuminate the truth, His presence to transform my thinking.

I do not study because I know it all. I study because I’m desperate to find GOD.
I do not pray because my problems are many. I pray because my hunger to find Him is greater than the answers I seek, Lord Jesus cause me to see your face these are the yearning of my heart. 
I am searching—earnestly, continually—until I step into that place where I can say with certainty,
“I have found God today.”

That I may know You, Lord, and the power of Your resurrection.
Open the eyes of my understanding. Let me see You as You are. Reveal myself to me. Draw me closer until I truly find You.

These are the groanings of my heart, O Lord.

As you go through today may these words filter into your spirit ans may it be your prayers too.

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Grateful heart

Psalm 136:1 — “Oh, give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.”

As the year gradually comes to an end, it is important that we come to God with a grateful heart—one that worships and honors Him for all He has done. All we desire may not have been fulfilled, but notice that David didn’t say “give thanks” because everything felt good. He spoke the peace he desired to see.

David thanked God even when many things in his life did not look good. From childhood, he faced warfare. When he was anointed—warfare. When he wanted to marry—warfare. Even when he had children, there was still warfare among them. Yet he declared, “Oh, give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good and His mercy endures forever.” (Psalm 136:1)

When we thank God—even before seeing what we desire—we align ourselves for miracles and the manifestation of God’s promises.

Thanksgiving is appreciating God and moving Him for the release of signs and wonders. So as this year comes to an end, do not forget to thank God for what He has done, what He is doing, and what He will yet do.

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Do You Desire a Shield Too?

 

Today, as I reflect on the words the Lord spoke to me at the beginning of the year and the constant affirmations of His promises, I couldn't help but take a moment to consider the reality of my own existence. Could it be that the Lord didn't truly speak, or maybe I just didn't hear His voice clearly enough before stepping out? I also thought of you, and how, just like me—and maybe like David too—we keep running from our adversaries. But the truth remains: the Lord has anointed us. He has indeed given us His word that we are anointed to rule.

My heart goes out to David as I try to understand how he must have felt, being chased from pillar to post. Yet, the Lord gave him a word. God took the time to allow the scribes to pen down these words because David's journey is not just his own. It’s a journey we all take as we step into God’s promises for our lives. It becomes our reality the moment we say yes to God. He gives us His promises, and while we may be fleeing from our enemies, we must not let His words slip away from our hearts.

Just like David, we can declare:

"Many are saying of me, 'God will not deliver him.'

But You, O Lord, are a shield around me,

my glory, the One who lifts my head."

Psalm 3:2-3

For David, this wasn't just a psalm or a song; it was a prayer, an earnest plea from his heart. "Dear God, You just have to help me. I think I've got my act together, but You, O God, shield me from the choices I think are wise but in reality, are foolish."

I want a shield too.

Do you desire a shield for your journey?

Then, like David, you can declare these same words—words he may have whispered in his sleep, said upon waking, or uttered while riding his horse and fleeing from Saul:

God, shield me.

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Show up before the need

Most times, we look for the answers to our prayers just a few minutes after we pray. We go to God in the very moment we desire solutions, breakthroughs, or strategy, but we fail to understand that the power you draw on in the day of trouble is a result of the prayers you prayed before the trouble showed up.

Luke 18:1 The Parable of the Persistent Widow

Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart,

In a war, you don’t see soldiers learning how to fight on the battlefield. Their training happens before the battle—diligently, consistently—because they don’t know when those skills will be required.

That is how it should be for us as children of God. We must commune with Him and seek the face of Jesus not only in times of trouble but before trouble appears. We are to build a relationship with God because He responds to those who walk closely with Him.

Yes, even if you do not have a relationship with God and you run to Him in trouble, He will still help you. But there is a far better way to live: a life led and directed by the Spirit. A life where God is the driver and you are the passenger. A life where He guides you so you can remain in His purpose.

To live this way, you must align with His words, His instructions, and His guidance—because truly, God cannot lead you astray.

Scripture says, “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” James 5:16

You must first be righteous—and righteousness alone is not enough. You must also be fervent in communing with the Father. You cannot claim to love the Lord and refuse to follow Him.

“Choose ye this day whom you will serve.”

Friends, I invite you today: choose life. Choose God—the One who has the power to define and stabilize your life. I am not promising a trouble-free life, but a life where victory becomes your daily reality.

The Lord is saying, “Come as you are.”

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The Adullam Moments

That closure you seek, that strength and the people you need to fulfill destiny is often found in your Adullam moments.

These are moments when we take refuge in the presence of God, waiting until He speaks; a word, a sentence or a conversation.

God is not only interested in giving us refuge; He’s interested in calling out the warrior within us and setting us apart for destiny.

 1 Samuel 22:1 (NKJV)

"David therefore departed from there and escaped to the cave of Adullam. So when his brothers and all his father’s house heard it, they went down there to him.”

When King Saul determined to kill David, David escaped to a cave. Unknown to him, God had already chosen 400 men — distressed, in debt, and discontented — to meet him there.

This encounter with David in that cave changed the trajectory of their lives. They were no longer remembered for their pain or poverty, but as David’s mighty men — men of valor and victory.

That cave moment you are facing is not just for you. God is calling you to more. Until you withdraw seeking Him, you may not see what He is forming in you.

Saul thought David could be easily caught without an army, but he didn’t know he was pushing David into his destiny, awakening the mighty man inside him.

Your Adullam is not a place of hiding — it’s a place of shaping.

It’s where the builder in you, the warrior in you, and the man or woman God destined you to be begins to emerge.

Psalm 34:19 (NKJV)

“Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.” 

So if you are in that moment now, know that God has already made provision for your becoming.

Do not mistake your place of refuge for a place of rest — it’s a place of preparation for the next season. The glory of God does not leave you; it seeks you out in your Adullam.

So, friends, examine yourself.

What might you be missing in this season?

Seek God out — for there, purpose is refined and destiny is born.

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AWAKE, O WATCHMAN

Isaiah 62:6–7 (NKJV)

“I have set watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem;

They shall never hold their peace day or night.

You who make mention of the Lord, do not keep silent,

And give Him no rest till He establishes

And till He makes Jerusalem a praise in the earth.”

When the Lord calls for a watchman, it means there is something to see, guard, and declare.
A watchman is not just a guard but a spiritual sentinel — one set by God to discern, guard against and alert others of what is coming.

In the natural, a watchman is employed to guard property and keep it secure.
In the spirit, a watchman is one who watching for intruders, discerning movements, and perceiving what the Lord is doing. These are men and women with seeing eyes and hearing ears— those who can perceive from afar the intentions of God.

When God calls a watchman, He desires diligence — that you do not sleep on your post or abandon your tower. 

Watchman, Awake

Many have fallen asleep in their watches, and the enemy has crept into their fields unnoticed.

Stand your ground and give the Lord no rest until He establishes what you have been called to watch over. Many of us are watchmen over our families, homes, cities, and nations. This calling requires not just watching, but watching with diligence, accuracy, and sensitivity to the Spirit of God.

Sometimes, the instructions God gives you, when you obey is fighting battles unknow to you.

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The Closet Moment

When was the last time you went into your closet to pray?

Scripture says in Matthew 6:6 —

“But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.”

Sometimes, the moment you enter your place of prayer, thoughts begin to flood your mind — what you’ll eat afterward, what to cook, that unfinished contract, or a pending task. But the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous person is most powerful when distractions are silenced and the heart is fixed on Jesus.

Matthew 14:23 says,

“And when He had sent the multitudes away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. Now when evening came, He was alone there.”

Jesus needed the silence. He needed the stillness. He needed His disciples to stop asking, “Master, where are we going next? What are we eating tonight? How much is left in the purse?”

He needed that closet moment to commune with the Father.

The power you draw in times of trouble doesn’t come from the prayer you pray during the trouble — but from the strength built before the trouble ever shows up.

Friends, God desires that we have those closet moments with Him — those quiet times where He communes His heart to us.

Step aside from the noise.

Step aside from the chaos.

And just pray —

Pray until you feel a ventilation.

Pray until you sense the movement of the Holy Ghost within you.

When God created man and placed him in Eden, He knew man didn’t know how to live — that’s why He came daily to commune with him and teach him life.

So when you pray, don’t just mutter words. Don’t just speak in tongues without direction. Go into your closet.

That’s the winning posture.

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Can We Expect Only the Good From God?

Yesterday, I told a friend that being a Christian is a journey — a journey of becoming, of being transformed, made whole, and restored. God works in each of us when we say “yes” to Him and consciously allow Him to work in us.

At some point, I thought I had valid excuses not to show up. I’m weak. Can I just take a break? Should I relax? She didn’t speak to me the way I wanted. The leader didn’t give us a choice; he imposed it. I don’t like the new leader. The reasons went on and on. But the more I reflected, the more I realized the focus wasn’t on what others did wrong — it was about me.

I had chosen to think I was responsible only for myself, forgetting that I am owned by God. Every choice I make shouldn’t be driven by my feelings or emotions, but by the understanding that everything I do is part of God transforming me into His image and likeness.

If I am truly being transformed, I will be pressed and crushed on every side — because that’s how Christ molds us into His desired form. The process isn’t always sweet or beautiful, but the Potter is at work, shaping me into a vessel fit for His use. My right response, then, is simple: “Yes, Lord, You can work in me.”

Do a work in me, Lord, so that I may know how to posture myself to birth Your agenda for my life.

Yes, we have accepted the call to salvation — but can we go further? Can we submit fully to the Messiah as Lord over our lives?

We believe, and in expressing that belief, we consciously choose to submit. God, being good, reveals His goodness even when He reprimands us. We must trust that His plans are always for our good.

 “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.” 

Romans 8:28 (KJV)

If God says “no,” it is for my good.

If He says “yes,” it is for my good too.

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Why Salvation?

There are so many things God has placed in us that can only find expression when we come into the Kingdom of Light. Until we say “yes” to His call, we can’t truly step into the fullness of God’s agenda for our lives.

Have you believed?

God isn’t coming for those who haven’t believed but for those who are expectantly waiting for Him.

Today, He says, “Believe in Me, and I will establish you.”

When I was younger, I chose God because it felt like the safest option. I thought with Him, life would be smooth—no suffering, just joy all the way. But as I grew older, I realized choosing God came with much more depth, clarity, and understanding—things my childlike mind couldn’t grasp then.

Life asked me tough questions in moments of pain. It challenged my faith:

“Lord, You said if I believe, You’ll establish me. So why don’t I feel established? Why does my situation—my home, career, marriage, business, even my mind—still feel shaky?”

And in those moments, God gently takes me by the hand and walks me back through His Word:

“And they rose early in the morning and went forth into the wilderness of Tekoa: and as they went forth, Jehoshaphat stood and said, ‘Hear me, O Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem; Believe in the Lord your God, so shall ye be established; believe His prophets, so shall ye prosper.’” 

 2 Chronicles 20:20 (KJV)

When Israel first received this promise, they weren’t yet established—they were still learning to be rooted in the Promised Land. They were in a time of war. But  Jehoshaphat charged them to believe, believed in the God who had saved and delivered them time and time again.

Salvation is a daily call to believe.

The faith that carried us yesterday must be renewed today—because every new day brings a fresh opportunity to believe again.

Where I come from, there’s a common phrase among young people:

 “We go again today.

Yesterday might not have gone as planned, but today—we go again.

We believe again.

Because the equation remains the same:

Believe = Establishment

So, who do you believe in?

Do you believe that God is good—and that His goodness reflects in your life?

Then declare it boldly:

“I believe, and therefore I am established!”

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The Lord will restore

Hello and welcome to the 11th month of the year!

By now, many of us have seen some of our goals come to pass, while others are still waiting. But I bring you a short word of encouragement: it’s not too late.

God can still give you that very thing you desire — just trust Him.

Scripture says,

“And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.”

📖 Joel 2:25 (KJV)

When it comes to God, there are no lost years, because He holds time in His hands. He has the power to redeem lost seasons and restore what seemed completely gone.

The locust, cankerworm, caterpillar, and palmerworm represent different stages of destruction — symbolic of things that have devoured your joy, opportunities, or blessings. But God’s assurance remains: He will restore.

It might be the 11th month, and things may seem blurry or unfinished, but remember — God will perfect all that concerns you. Restoration is coming! 

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