RHEMA From Heaven

One truth that must settle in your heart as a Christian is this: God is mindful of you.

To be mindful means to pay special attention to someone or something. It also implies being inclined and willing to take action. This means that God doesn’t just notice you—He is actively concerned about your well-being and is willing to do everything necessary for your good.

David, after experiencing such glorious fellowship with God, wrote in Psalm 8:4, “What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?” This verse reminds us that we are always on God’s mind. When you live with this awareness of His everlasting presence, your hope remains unshaken. The knowledge of God’s love and presence will give you the strength to stand firm, even when situations demand that you give up.

You must also recognize that you are far more valuable to God than you may perceive yourself to be. You are His treasured possession, chosen and set apart for His glory. 1 Peter 2:9 declares, “But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.”

When you embrace this truth, you will never look down on yourself. Instead, you will walk in confidence, knowing that God is always thinking about you.

Read:Psalm 115:12 “The LORD hath been mindful of us: he will bless us; he will bless the house of Israel; he will bless the house of Aaron.” –

Prayer: Lord, thank You for being mindful of me. Amen.

Achieving results in life often requires great determination, especially in the area of consistency. In reality, there is no such thing as “hit-and-run success.” To succeed, you must walk in perseverance and remain steadfast in the good things you are doing.

Our opening text records a conversation between a prophet named Balaam and a king called Balak. The king had hired Balaam to curse the Israelites. In the process of performing his duties as a diviner and prophet, Balaam instructed Balak to stand by his burnt offering. This means that Balak had to remain with what he had started in order to see the fulfillment of his desire or request.

You see, the burnt offering was crucial in determining whether the king would get God’s attention regarding his request. However, he had to exercise patience and remain by the offering until the prophet received a word from the Lord.

Balaam’s instruction to Balak is still relevant to us today. As Christians, we must learn to be consistent and committed in our walk with God until we receive what we desire from Him, including making it to eternity with the Lord.

The Christian faith is not a quick-fix scheme or a lottery where you expect instant rewards. It requires patience, dedication, and unwavering commitment. You must learn to stay or stand by what values, virtues, and godly principles and practices you have started till the end.

Consistency is essential in your walk with God and in achieving success in life. Do not abandon valuable spiritual practices and principles. Stay with them until they produce the desired results.

Read: 2 Timothy 3:14 – “But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them.”

Prayer: Lord, I pray for grace and wisdom to remain consistent in all that I do. Amen.

The people you surround yourself with have a significant impact on your life. While it’s important to interact with people from different backgrounds, you must be intentional about the company you keep and the associations you align yourself with.

Everyone holds certain beliefs, values, and ways of doing things. These beliefs often become deeply ingrained in groups or communities. That’s why some groups consistently follow a particular lifestyle—some for good, others for bad.

For example, there are groups of friends who engage in clubbing, excessive drinking, casual sexual relationships, fraud, and a lifestyle centered around pleasure-seeking. On the other hand, there are groups who build their lives on biblical principles—people devoted to prayer, studying God’s Word, living with discipline, attending church, and sharing their faith.

Since the habits and values of the people around us influence us deeply, we must be wise about who we choose to follow. The Bible warns, “Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character'” (1 Corinthians 15:33). Proverbs 13:20 also reminds us, “Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.”

In our opening scripture, we see that Peter and John chose to associate with believers who were committed to prayer and living for God’s purpose (Acts 4). Ask yourself: Who do you spend most of your time with? What values and habits define the people in your circle? Do they encourage you to grow in godliness and align with God’s will? Is your character improving or declining because of the friends you keep?

Read: 2 Corinthians 6:14 “Don’t team up with those who do not love the Lord, for what do the people of God have in common with the people of sin? How can light live with darkness?” (Living Bible)

Prayer: Lord, grant me the wisdom and grace to choose my associations wisely. Amen.

Certain characteristics define how children behave—how they talk, think, and respond to issues. In the same way, when you are born again, you start as a spiritual child, learning the foundational principles of God’s kingdom. However, God does not expect you to remain at this stage forever. He desires that you grow, mature, and develop a Christ-like mindset.

Spiritual maturity means thinking and acting with wisdom, discernment, and understanding. As believers, we are called to see things from God’s perspective rather than through immature emotions or worldly influences.

Apostle Paul emphasizes this in 1 Corinthians 13:11, saying, “When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me.” This shows that spiritual growth is intentional—you must actively put away childish ways and embrace maturity in faith.

Children often speak carelessly, act impulsively, and avoid responsibility. However, remaining in spiritual immaturity can prevent you from receiving certain blessings and privileges that are rightfully yours. Galatians 4:1 explains, “What I am saying is that as long as an heir is underage, he is no different from a slave, although he owns the whole estate.” This means that even though God has many blessings in store for you, some are only accessible when you demonstrate spiritual maturity.

To grow in maturity, you must consistently feed on God’s Word, apply it daily, and develop a disciplined thought life. When you allow God’s wisdom to shape your mindset, you will begin to think, speak, and act in ways that reflect spiritual growth and divine purpose.

Read: 1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things.

Prayer: Lord, help me to grow in wisdom and understanding. May I put away childish thinking and embrace spiritual maturity in my walk with You. Amen.

Our Christian journey is not just about living well on earth; rather, it must be crowned with making it to eternity with the Lord. Everything we do in this life should be done with eternity in mind, ensuring that we are always ready for Christ’s return.

The truth of Christ’s return to receive those who are born again is something everyone must prepare for. Losing sight of this reality can be costly, with damning eternal consequences. The urgency of preparation cannot be overemphasized because there will be no second chances once the day arrives.

You see, our opening text reveals how the coming of the Lord will be—it will be unannounced and unexpected, just like how thieves break in. This means that waiting until the last minute to get right with God is a dangerous gamble. The time to prepare is now.

As Christians, the Bible teaches us how to prepare for this unexpected event. First, we must live a holy and godly life, as stated in 2 Peter 3:11. Second, we must refuse to be led astray by lawless people into error, as emphasized in 2 Peter 3:17. The world is filled with distractions, false teachings, and temptations, and we must guard our faith, ensuring that we do not allow worldly influences to draw us away from God. Third, we must grow in the knowledge of God (2 Peter 3:18).

Never forget to prepare yourself for the Lord’s return. Let your heart, mind, and actions be aligned with His will so that when He comes, you will be found ready and worthy to enter into His eternal glory.

Read: 1 Peter 4:7 – “The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.”

Prayer: Lord, help me to always live in preparation for Your return. Strengthen my faith, guide my steps, and keep my heart fixed on eternity. Amen.

The rise of sin and wickedness in the world has a devastating effect—it causes love to grow cold. This applies to both our love for God and our love for others. Sin never nurtures love; rather, it directly opposes its principles and practice.

However, you must not allow the increasing evil of these last days to weaken your love for God. Do not let iniquity rob you of your passion. Instead, make a conscious effort to grow in love daily, ensuring that nothing dims the fire of your devotion.

Your love for God must be fervent and ever-glowing. No trial, persecution, or hardship should turn your heart away from Him. Even in the face of adversity and criticism, you must hold on to your love for God. Prioritize your relationship with Him, spend time in His presence, and remain dedicated to His Kingdom. After all, true love is demonstrated through time and commitment—you cannot claim to love God while being indifferent about His presence and His work.

The Bible makes it clear that the world will not improve—evil and sin will continue to increase until Christ returns. Jesus reminds us in John 16:33: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

This sin-filled world has caused many to drift away from God and from genuine love for others. But you must stand firm. Let your love remain strong, no matter the pressures of life. Do not allow trials, distractions, or worldly influences to diminish your passion for God and your care for people.

As your days increase, so must your love.
Keep your love burning for God.

Read: Jude 1:21 – “Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.”

Prayer: Lord, I pray for grace to keep my love burning for you.

Obedience plays a crucial role in our journey to success. In fact, your ability to obey God directly influences how far you can go in life.

To obey means to listen attentively and submit to a higher authority by following instructions. For the believer, obedience to God simply means hearing His voice and acting upon His word.

Obedience is also a reflection of our love and faith in God. The Gospel of Luke illustrates the nature of true obedience:

“Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.” (Luke 5:4-5)

Simon’s obedience was not influenced by his past experiences or present circumstances. Despite toiling all night without success, he chose to follow the Lord’s command, even when it seemed illogical.

When it comes to obedience, two key elements are involved: hearing and acting. While hearing God’s word is often easy, acting on it can be challenging.

To fully obey God, you must set aside personal opinions, societal beliefs, and ideas that contradict His instructions. Moreover, obedience should be immediate—delayed or partial obedience is not true obedience.

Remember, as a Christian, your blessings are directly connected to your obedience to God.

Read: Luke 11:28 “Jesus replied, ‘But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.

Prayer: Lord, I pray for grace to remain obedient to your word always. Amen

The Bible tells us that faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). Faith does not require sight to believe. Some say, “seeing is believing,” but that is not faith. Once something is seen, faith is no longer needed.

Faith sees the unseen before it manifests physically. When you walk by faith, you perceive the reality of God’s Word and act on it, regardless of the circumstances. Those who live by faith do not rely on their natural senses; instead, they allow God’s Word to direct them. If you depend solely on what your physical senses can perceive, you will be greatly limited in your Christian walk.

Your life should not be guided by what you see. Some people focus on difficulties, challenges, sicknesses, and life’s storms and conclude that they cannot succeed. This is living by sight. As a result, even though they are born again, the beauty and glory of God are not evident in their lives.

On the other hand, those who walk by faith already possess the “substance” of what they hope for. They have the answer within them before it becomes visible—this answer is the Word of God. It serves as their evidence, though it is not physically seen by everyone.

No matter what situation you are facing today, do not speak or think negatively. Instead, stand on God’s Word and act on it. That is how you demonstrate your faith, and when you do, it will lead you to great victories

Read: James 2:18 “Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works.”

Prayer: Lord, thank you that as I live by faith, I see results all round. Amen

As a Christian, bearing fruit is not optional—it is a divine mandate. God expects every believer to be productive and impactful in their endeavors. Your calling as a child of God is not just to exist but to make a difference. A life without results is not in alignment with God’s purpose for you.

Jesus said, “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last.” This means that our lives should reflect visible evidence of God’s work in us. Being saved is not just for personal benefit; it is a call to action. You are not redeemed to be a spectator in the Kingdom—you have a purpose to fulfill!

Both physically and spiritually, there must be manifestations of God’s grace at work in you. Souls should be won through you, miracles and transformations should be evident in your life, and love should flow from you. In all that you do, something about your life must bring glory to God—this is your divine assignment.

Jesus illustrated this principle in Luke 13:6-9 through a parable: “A certain man… said to the keeper of his vineyard, ‘Look, for three years I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree and find none. Cut it down; why does it use up the ground?’ But he answered and said to him, ‘Sir, let it alone this year also, until I dig around it and fertilize it. And if it bears fruit, well. But if not, after that you can cut it down.’” This shows the urgency and expectation of bearing fruit—failure to do so is dangerous.

Do not confine your zeal to secular ambitions alone. Engage in the work of God with the same passion and commitment. Be intentional about producing results in the Kingdom. God has ordained you to bear fruit that lasts—He is counting on you!

Read: Colossians 1:10 – “That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God.”

Prayer: Lord, I thank you for the grace to be fruitful in Jesus. Amen

Life isn’t always smooth sailing. From the moment you set off, you may encounter challenges, surprises, and even moments of deep difficulty. These tough times can feel overwhelming, but as believers, we’re encouraged not to lose heart (John 16:33). Remember the words in Proverbs 24:10: if you give up in hard times, it shows that your strength is small.

The true strength you need during tough times comes from wisdom. Proverbs 24:5 reminds us, “A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.” Through Christ, this wisdom is available to you. In challenging moments, lean on God’s guidance rather than succumbing to fleeting emotions or hasty decisions.

Challenges are a natural part of life, forging our character and resilience. As you grow spiritually, mentally, morally, and even financially, you become better equipped to overcome adversity. You must learn to embrace each trial as an opportunity to build strength and prepare for future victories.

When the road ahead seems dark, trust that every trial is a stepping stone toward growth, because God will cause everything to work together for your good (Romans 8:28). Each obstacle you overcome deepens your faith and equips you for tomorrow’s triumphs. Let today’s struggles lay the foundation for a stronger, more resilient future.

Read: Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Prayer: Father, I ask that the strength You have placed within me be fully revealed in my times of difficulty.