RHEMA From Heaven

God never leaves His children helpless or abandoned. No matter the challenges you face, He is always with you. Jesus promised, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” This is the essence of grace—God walking with you through life.

When the Apostle Paul faced hardships, he prayed for relief, and God responded: “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9) This grace is not just for Paul but for every believer.

You see, no matter your situation, grace is available. The Bible says “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.” (2 Corinthians 9:8)

God’s grace gives you everything you need to succeed. It lifts the lowly and turns impossibilities into testimonies. Paul testified: “By the grace of God, I am what I am.” (1 Corinthians 15:10)

Grace does more than save—it empowers you to thrive. “For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.” (2 Corinthians 8:9)

God’s grace restores, strengthens, and beautifies your life. Embrace it, and it will work in your favor.

Read: Hebrews 4:16 “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

Prayer: Lord, I thank You for Your grace.

The Bible does not only describe the excellencies of love—it also provides examples of individuals who lived it out. While Jesus remains our perfect and ultimate example of love, we also see other believers who manifested this virtue in remarkable ways.

The Book of Acts introduces us to a great disciple who walked in the love of God until his final breath. Even in the face of death, he never strayed from love but instead departed this world in the spirit of love.

This great disciple, Stephen, is described in Acts 6:8: “Now Stephen, a man full of God’s grace and power, performed great wonders and signs among the people.”

Stephen was anointed with power, embodying what we often refer to as the power ministry. His life mirrored the testimony of Jesus as described in Acts 10:38: “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him.”

It is not uncommon to see individuals use power or influence to dominate, oppress, or take advantage of others. Yet, Stephen was different—his power was governed by the spirit of love. He possessed great power, but love remained his guiding force.

At the end of his earthly life, as he was being stoned for testifying about the glories of God’s kingdom, Stephen responded not with vengeance but with intercession. Imagine this: a man being brutally stoned to death, yet instead of cursing his persecutors, he prays for them. This is nothing but true love in action.
Consider the account in Acts 7:59-60: “While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ Then he fell on his knees and cried out, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ When he had said this, he fell asleep.”

Despite possessing great power, Stephen never used it to retaliate. He did not call down destruction upon his persecutors. Instead, he interceded for them.
Let love lead—no matter the circumstances.

Read: Romans 13:10 “Love worketh no ill to his neighbor: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law”

Prayer: Lord, I pray that you will give me the grace to keep a heart of love towards the brethren.

Serving God demands unwavering commitment. Anyone who embraces the call to a new life and takes up the work of ministry must remain steadfast, undistracted by obstacles or competing desires. Half-hearted devotion disqualifies a person from true discipleship.

In Luke 9, Jesus taught the principle of absolute focus in following Him. Those who look back reveal divided loyalties—an indication that their hearts are still entangled with the past. Their hesitation shows that they prioritize other things over the kingdom of God.

This dangerous tendency is evident in the Israelites’ journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. Despite witnessing God’s mighty deliverance, many longed for the so-called comforts of Egypt when faced with trials in the wilderness. Numbers 11:5-6 records their complaints:

“We remember the fish, which we did eat in Egypt freely; the cucumbers, and the melons, and the leeks, and the onions, and the garlick: But now our soul is dried away: there is nothing at all, beside this manna, before our eyes.”

Their longing for Egypt became so strong that in Numbers 14:4, they conspired:

“Let us make a captain, and let us return into Egypt.”

That backward mindset cost them the Promised Land. They perished in the wilderness, forfeiting God’s greatest blessing.

Today, believers face the same temptation. The struggles of the present and the deceptive allure of past pleasures can create the illusion that retreating is the best option. But looking back is a trap—it leads only to spiritual loss.

No matter the challenges, remain firm in your pursuit of God’s kingdom. Refuse to turn back.

Read: Hebrews 10:39 “But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul.”

Prayer: Lord, I pray for grace to continue in the faith and my ministry to the end. Amen

One of the greatest virtues you can express as a believer is joy. But joy, is independent of circumstances or happenings in ones life, it comes from God.

As Christian, your joy should be dependent on the goodness of God. You must not depend on material gains or benefits to have joy in life.

You see, having joy, or gladness in the heart is God given. It is a great deception to think of joy or gladness as coming from the material gains or material things you have in life.

Many who have limited the source of their joy to external things don’t truly enjoy the peace and the sound mind that the joy of the Lord brings.

Let God be the source of your joy. Remember that, heaven and earth shall pass away, but God will not. What is more fulfilling than”being with God” the one who has no beginning and end.

The Psalmist said, “Be glad in the Lord , and rejoice, ye righteous: and shout for joy, all ye that are upright in heart” (Psalm 32:11).
Let God excite you, let the things of God excite you.
That’s the way, to keep increasing in this joy.

Don’t join the “company of the unbelieving believers” who only holler and put on a smile in Church or life when they have material wealth. That’s not real joy. In fact, joy is independent of all these “I have this” and “I have that” claims. Real joy comes from knowing God as your father.

Be joyful in the Lord!

Read: Psalm 35:9 “And my soul shall be joyful in the Lord : it shall rejoice in his salvation”

Prayer; Lord, I pray that you will continually fill my soul with gladness.

One mandate we have as Christians is to serve one another. This can be within the church community, our families, workplaces, or any environment where we interact with people and our services are needed. Being a Christian is not just about oneself; it is a calling that prioritizes others.

Christians who desire to follow God’s word on this subject must learn to be humble and cultivate the virtue of love. Without these qualities, no one can truly serve. Service is required both for those above and below us, and no matter the circumstance, it must be carried out with nobility.

You see, you can serve people rightly or wrongly. However, for your service to be recognized by God, it must align with biblical principles.

God commands us to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13 states, “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.”

As a Christian, you must serve people in love. Service rendered to fellow believers must not be done with bitterness or ill will. Instead, it should be performed with a heart full of love.

It is possible to become mechanical in serving others. When this happens, you act without empathy and may become indifferent or uninterested in what you do.

Understand that serving others without love brings no reward. The Bible says in 1 Corinthians 13:3, “If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.” You see, you can help others or give to them, but if it is done without love, it holds no eternal value.

Let love govern everything you do for and with others, and you will be assured of God’s blessings.

Read: Ephesians 6:7-8 – “Rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man, knowing that whatever good anyone does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether he is a slave or free.”

Prayer: Lord, give me the grace to serve people in love and with respect.

One of the simplest ways to learn in life is by observing others and following good examples. This is not just “copying” but learning through wisdom.

Proverbs 6:6-9 teaches us three key lessons from the ant. First, the ant takes initiative without being told. Second, it understands seasons and prepares in advance. Third, it saves for the future. These are principles of success—taking responsibility, planning wisely, and preparing ahead.

The Bible encourages us to learn from the ant’s example. Many people fail because they refuse to learn from others, sometimes due to pride. However, one of the best ways to grow is to HUMBLY OBSERVE and FOLLOW those who have the wisdom and results we desire. This applies to godly living, success, and making an impact in life.

Who are you watching and learning from? What values and habits are you picking up? Have you seen how successful people take action, recognize the right timing, and prepare for the future? Have you applied any of these lessons? Are you seeing results?

Many people hear great teachings but do not apply them. That is why some Christians talk a lot but have little to show.

Do not be too proud to learn. Be serious about your growth and act with urgency. This is not the time for laziness or excuses—strive for real results.

Read: Philippians 4:9 (NCV)
“You know the teachings I gave you, and you know what you heard me say and saw me do. SO FOLLOW MY EXAMPLE. And God, who gives peace, will be with you.

Prayer: Lord, I pray for the heart of humility to learn from good examples and grace to be doers of them.

Great and awesome things happen when the Church prays.

You see, the Church may not be mighty in the use of litigation, and earthly security to protect her own. But when the church gets on her knees, nothing becomes impossible.

In fact, through prayers, the church is able to bring God’s influence and intervention beyond what human flesh and wisdom can do.

The story in Acts chapter 12 is a clear example of how prayer changes things.
Today, you and I are the church. If only we will pray, if only we will stand in prayers for our own, if we will pray for the believers who are persecuted and falsely accused, wonders will once again happen.

No matter the challenges or onslaught of the devil, when the church gets on her knees in prayer, things will change. Prayer changes things!

Read: Psalm 102:17 “He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer.”

Prayer: Lord, I ask for strength to stand in prayer in all kinds of difficulties to seek your intervention.

God is ever ready to meet the needs of his children. But you have to position yourself- your heart in a way to receive from him.

Your part to play in what God wants to do is for you to delight yourself in him. In other words, you must take pleasure in the Lord. Nothing must be esteemed more than your relationship with him.

Delighting yourself in the Lord also means doing everything possible to please the Lord. When you delight yourself in the Lord, you will not speak lightly of the Lord, the things of the Lord, nor will you live contrary to his plan for your life.

The Psalmist teaches that, people who delight themselves in the Lord, shall receive their desires and petitions put before him.
That’s to say, when you put God first, it will be well with you- spiritually, physically, financially and in all your endeavours.

Read: Matthew 6:33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well”

Prayer: Lord, I pray that I will always find pleasure in you and in your things.

Despite the challenges and trials of life, one of the things Christ admonishes us to do is to be of good cheer. In other words, we are called not to despair or be consumed by anxiety.

The word “cheer” means to shout for joy, in praise, or to encourage. Other words used to describe “cheer” include motivate, urge on, spur on, and drive forward. Given this understanding of the word, it’s already powerful. But the Bible doesn’t just say “cheer”—it says to be of “good cheer,” meaning there is no cause for alarm, regardless of the circumstances. Remember the words of Jesus: “I have overcome the world.”

The tribulations and trials of this life cannot undo what God can do for you and in your life. He is able to see you through every storm. Isaiah 43:2-3 says, “When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. For I am the Lord thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour: I gave Egypt for thy ransom, Ethiopia and Seba for thee.”

When God is with you, any setback will surely become a setup for a comeback. As declared in Genesis 50:20, “What you intended for evil, God intended for good.”

Beloved cheer up, when God is for you, and with you, nothing shall be impossible for you.

Read: Romans 8:32 – “He who did not spare [even] His own Son, but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, graciously give us all things?” (AMP)

Prayer: Lord, I thank you for perfecting everything that concerns me. Amen

Knowledge is essential in our Christian walk. However, in our interactions with others, knowledge must always be accompanied by love. If we rely solely on what we know, without considering other virtues, our Christian witness will have little impact. Unchecked knowledge can lead to pride or arrogance, making us resistant to correction and unwilling to listen to others.

Today’s devotion calls us to re-examine love in the light of knowledge. Godly love makes room for others to grow. It is patient, bears all things, and strengthens fellow believers. No matter how much knowledge we have, love must always take precedence.

As Christians, our actions should never hinder the faith of others. We must always consider how our choices impact fellow believers, ensuring that what we do edifies rather than discourages them.

The Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, admonishes believers not to exercise their rights based on knowledge alone but to consider those who may be negatively affected. Regarding food offered to idols, he urged mature Christians to refrain from eating it for the sake of those with weaker consciences.

While mature believers understand that eating meat sacrificed to idols does not affect their relationship with God, weaker believers may not share the same understanding. They may perceive it as sinful and feel spiritually defiled or condemned (1 Corinthians 8:7). If mature believers insist on their right to eat without considering the struggles of the weaker ones, they are not walking in love. True love prioritizes the spiritual well-being of others over personal liberty.

1 Corinthians 8:9 warns:
“Be careful, however, that the exercise of your rights does not become a stumbling block to the weak.”
Sometimes, love calls us to refrain from certain actions, even if they are not inherently wrong, to help others grow in their faith.

Make love your priority when dealing with God’s people.

Read: 1 Corinthians 13:1-2 “If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.”

Prayer:
Lord, help me to walk in love when dealing with others. Let my actions reflect Your love and strengthen those around me.