“There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth from another star in glory.” (1 Corinthians 15: 41) When God created the sun moon and stars, He gave them a mandate “…to divide the light from the darkness…” (Genesis 1 vs. … Continue reading PUSH DARKNESS AWAY
In the coming days, we will need more than individual success to wage war against the level of darkness that is gathering around the nation The tendency of waiting for people to fail so you can say you've always known they are not genuine must die. We must insist on the success of the body … Continue reading Message to the Body of Christ
“Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.” (Matthew 25: 1) Our Focal Scripture speaks of how the ten virgins took their lamps and went forth to meet the bridegroom. They took their lamps; they took their lights; they were burning … Continue reading FOCUS
“And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise.” (Luke 7: 14) In our Focal Scripture, as the funeral procession was moving out of the city of Nain, Jesus showed up and touched the casket, and those who carried the … Continue reading IT WON’T GET WORSE
“Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.” (Acts 12: 5) When James was taken by Herod, no mention was made of whether the church prayed for him or not. Herod took James, and beheaded him, and there was no record of resistance in … Continue reading PRAY ON
“And caused me to pass by them round about: and, behold, there were very many in the open valley; and, lo, they were very dry.” (Ezekiel 37: 2) When the hand of the Lord came upon Ezekiel, it carried him in the Spirit of the Lord and set him down in the midst of the … Continue reading MULTITUDE OF NEGATIVITY
Judges 11:1, 11[1] Now Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty man of valor, but he was the son of a harlot; and Gilead begot Jephthah.[11] Then Jephthah went with the elders of Gilead, and the people made him head and captain over them: and Jephthah uttered all his words before the Lord in Mizpeh. When … Continue reading “GOD OF JERUBBAL, JEPHTHAH, JABEZ AND GENERAL NAAMAN.”
“But the Philistines took him, and put out his eyes, and brought him down to Gaza, and bound him with fetters of brass; and he did grind in the prison house.” (Judges 16: 21) When the lords of the Philistines finally overpowered Samson, they put him in prison where they made him grind. So Samson … Continue reading BUSY WITH NOTHING
“And it came to pass afterward, that he loved a woman in the valley of Sorek, whose name was Delilah.” (Judges 16: 4) Our Focal Scripture speaks of that moment when Samson loved a woman in the valley of Sorek, whose name was Delilah. Samson had just done exploits in the previous verse when he … Continue reading DON’T GO DOWN
2 Timothy 4:5 NKJV But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry. 2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, You want to fulfill the purpose of … Continue reading YOU WANT THE GLORY WITHOUT THE STORY?
The definition of a great man is a man that is helped. There is no man that can be great on the account of himself. The way by which God makes men mighty is that he helps them. The men that are called great in the Bible are the men that sought for help. Any … Continue reading THE MAKING OF MIGHTY MEN
“And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith unto him, They have no wine.” (John 2: 3) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. It is instructive to observe that Jesus and His mother did not come to the wedding in Cana in order to perform a miracle. They … Continue reading DIVINELY INCREASED
Affliction is a blessing. Trials refine us, pain opens our eyes to the realities of life, and sorrow tunes us into what really matters. And on and on through life, it goes. Traumatic and painful experiences actually help us be more aware and a part of the world around us. This morning we find that … Continue reading SEVEN WAYS GOD USES AFFLICTIONS & TRIALS AS BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES
God created us to live our lives focused on Him. His purpose from the very beginning was that we should be “God-conscious,” not “self-conscious.” Until Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, they were so unconscious of self that they did not even consider their … Continue reading Source of All Grief
“And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,” (Mark 5: 2) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture speaks of that moment when the man with an unclean spirit met Jesus as He … Continue reading DIVINELY ALIGNED
“And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” (Mark 4: 39) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. In our Focal Scripture, Jesus said unto the sea, “Peace, be still”. In the Hebrew language, … Continue reading NOTHING MISSING
Matthew 25:1-5 1 "Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 "Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. 3 "Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, 4 "but the wise took … Continue reading “BEING A VIRGIN AND A FOOL”
On the night before Jesus’ crucifixion, He made one of the most astounding statements of His whole ministry. John 16:7 records these words: “Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, … Continue reading Do you know the Holy Spirit?
“And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.” (Mark 4: 36) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. In our Focal Scripture, Jesus got into the ship that would take Him to … Continue reading CARRIER OF MEN
“And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up; and she felt in her body that she was healed of that plague.” (Mark 5: 29) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. The woman in our Focal Scripture was described as the woman with the issue of blood. That woman … Continue reading A NEW IDENTITY
Hebrews 12:5-6 NKJV [5] And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to sons: "My son, do not despise the chastening of the LORD, Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by Him; [6] For whom the LORD loves He chastens, And scourges every son whom He receives." 1 Samuel 15:22-23 NKJV … Continue reading “THE LORD’S WITCHES AND WIZARDS”
“When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment.” (Mark 5: 27) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. When the woman with the issue of blood met Jesus, she did not need another man. She moved from meeting many men that caused her more … Continue reading SENT MEN
“And when Jesus was passed over again by ship unto the other side, much people gathered unto him: and he was nigh unto the sea.” (Mark 5: 21) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture speaks of how Jesus passed over again by ship to the other side. … Continue reading NO REPEATED AFFLICTION
“And it came to pass, as we went to prayer, a certain damsel possessed with a spirit of divination met us, which brought her masters much gain by soothsaying:” (Acts 16: 16) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional today. Our Focal Scripture began with “And it came to pass”. Paul and … Continue reading IT CAME TO PASS
“And he commanded the multitude to sit down on the grass, and took the five loaves, and the two fishes, and looking up to heaven, he blessed, and brake, and gave the loaves to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.” (Matthew 14: 19) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy Devotional … Continue reading THE BLESSING IS ON YOU
NUMBERS 14:21-23 21 "but truly, as I live, all the earth shall be filled with the glory of the LORD- 22 "because all these men who have seen My glory and the signs which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness, and have put Me to the test now these ten times, and have … Continue reading VERDICT THAT PROLONGS JOURNEYS
When you’re praying for a loved one to come to know the Lord, keep in mind that Satan who has blinded their eyes and darkened their understanding. So, your goal is to get their eyes opened, and that is something the Word of God will do. Try to get them under the sound of the … Continue reading QUESTION OF THE DAY: How do I pray for a loved one who doesn’t know Jesus?
“Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, Tomorrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria.” (2 Kings 7: 1) That is the Focal Scripture of Streams of Joy … Continue reading MULTIPLE OPTIONS
But I am the Lord thy God, that divided the sea, whose waves roared: The Lord of hosts is his name. And I have put my words in thy mouth, and I have covered thee in the shadow of mine hand, that I may plant the heavens, and lay the foundations of the earth…” Isaiah … Continue reading Possessing the Dynamic Power of The Spirit
[1] A certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, saying, "Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that your servant feared the LORD. And the creditor is coming to take my two sons to be his slaves." [2] So Elisha said to her, "What shall … Continue reading “WHAT OIL DO YOU HIDE IN YOUR BOSSOM?”
Aphorism CITY 