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Before praying for financial breakthrough, it’s important to understand a foundational truth: Not all wealth comes from God. Financial success can come from three main sources:

1. Human effort
2. Satan
3. God

Each of these sources has its own principles and consequences. Let’s explore them through both practical understanding and biblical truth.

1. Human Effort

People can achieve financial stability and even wealth through consistent hard work. This principle is affirmed in Scripture:

“All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.”
— Proverbs 14:23

Even if one is not rich, diligence and wise planning lead to financial freedom over time. Hard work often brings innovation, discipline, and opportunity. However, this route depends entirely on human strength and wisdom, and does not guarantee eternal significance or peace.

2. Satan’s Deception

Satan offers counterfeit blessings that may look like success but lead to spiritual bondage. When he tempted Jesus in the wilderness, he offered Him worldly wealth in exchange for worship:

“All this I will give you,” he said, “if you will bow down and worship me.”
— Matthew 4:9

Satan’s way is often marked by shortcuts, compromise, and unholy covenants. People may go to witch doctors or engage in occult practices to gain wealth—but Scripture warns us:

“What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?”
— Matthew 16:26

True peace and lasting prosperity cannot be found in Satan’s schemes.

3. God’s Way to Prosperity

God desires His children to prosper—not only spiritually but also in life. However, His way requires obedience, relationship, and faith. You must first be part of God’s family by surrendering your life to Jesus.

Jesus said:

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

God is not against wealth. In fact, Scripture affirms that through Christ, we have access to divine provision:

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.”
— 2 Corinthians 8:9

This doesn’t promise every Christian will be materially wealthy, but it means Jesus removed the curse of poverty and opened access to God’s full provision.

STEP 1: SALVATION – BECOMING GOD’S CHILD

Before you ask God to bless your finances, you must be in right relationship with Him.

The Bible says:

“Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.”
— John 1:12

If you have not yet given your life to Christ, do so now with this prayer:

SALVATION PRAYER

“Heavenly Father, I come before You, acknowledging that I am a sinner in need of Your mercy. I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God who died for my sins and rose again. Today I repent of all my sins and invite Jesus into my life as my Lord and Savior. Wash me clean with His blood and make me a new creation. From today forward, I choose to follow You and live according to Your Word. Thank You for saving me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

If you prayed that sincerely, you are now a child of God. Welcome to the family of faith!

GOD’S PROMISES OF BLESSING

Now that you’re His child, you have access to the blessings God promised to those who obey Him. Read this carefully:

“If you fully obey the Lord your God and carefully follow all his commands I give you today… all these blessings will come on you and accompany you if you obey the Lord your God.”
— Deuteronomy 28:1–2

These blessings include:

• Provision: “You will be blessed in the city and blessed in the country.” (v.3)
• Fruitfulness: “The fruit of your womb will be blessed, and the crops of your land.” (v.4)
• Victory: “The Lord will grant that the enemies who rise up against you will be defeated.” (v.7)
• Abundance: “The Lord will open the heavens… to bless all the work of your hands.” (v.12)
• Promotion: “The Lord will make you the head, not the tail.” (v.13)

These blessings flow through obedience, not just a one-time prayer. Stay committed to God’s Word, live with integrity, and continue to walk with Him daily.

STEP 2: PRAYER FOR FINANCIAL BREAKTHROUGH

Now, let’s pray together:

“Heavenly Father, thank You for saving me and making me Your child. I come before You today, asking for financial breakthrough. I believe in Your promises in Deuteronomy 28, and I claim them over my life.
In Jesus’ name, I cancel every plan of the enemy against my provision and reject every financial curse. I ask that the blood of Jesus cleanse my hands and my work.
Bless the work of my hands, Lord, and give me wisdom, favor, and opportunities. Make me a blessing to others, and use me to support Your kingdom.
From today, I declare that I walk in Your will and Your Word. Thank You for setting me free. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

MOVING FORWARD

God is faithful. As you continue to walk with Him, do the following:

1. Stay in prayer and the Word
2. Be diligent in your work or business
3. Give generously to God’s work
4. Live a holy life

Remember this promise:

“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
— Psalm 37:23–24

God wants to bless you—but more than that, He wants a deep relationship with you.

Keep walking with Him. Prosperity is not a destination—it’s a journey with God.

God bless you abundantly.

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Greetings to you in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you for joining in this reflection on a remarkable and often overlooked event that occurred during the death and resurrection of Jesus. This event carries deep theological significance and unveils powerful truths about life after death, resurrection, and salvation.

1. The Threefold Ministry of Jesus

The ministry of Jesus can be understood in three phases:

1. His earthly ministry — preaching, healing, teaching, and ultimately dying for our sins (John 3:16; Luke 19:10).
2. His descent to the realm of the dead (Sheol/Hades) — where He proclaimed victory over death and sin (1 Peter 3:18–20).
3. His ascension and heavenly ministry — where He now intercedes for believers (Hebrews 7:25).

While we often emphasize Jesus’ time on earth and His current reign in heaven, many overlook His work in Hades. Yet this part of His mission is crucial to understanding the full scope of salvation and victory over death.

2. The Significance of the Graves Opening

Matthew 27:50–53 

“And when Jesus had cried out again in a loud voice, he gave up his spirit. At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection and went into the holy city and appeared to many people.”

This event demonstrates that Jesus’ death wasn’t just symbolic—it had immediate, tangible effects in both the physical and spiritual realms. It fulfilled prophecies like:

• Isaiah 26:19: “But your dead will live, LORD; their bodies will rise—let those who dwell in the dust wake up and shout for joy.”

This moment reveals the inauguration of the resurrection power through Christ—the “firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep” (1 Corinthians 15:20. These saints’ temporary resurrection serves as a foretaste of the general resurrection at Christ’s second coming (1 Thessalonians 4:16).

3. Before Christ: Death as Imprisonment

In the Old Testament understanding, Sheol (or Hades) was a realm where all the dead went—righteous and unrighteous—though their experiences there were not the same (Luke 16:19–31). It was a kind of spiritual waiting room. Even the righteous were not in full communion with God but awaited the Redeemer.

• Hebrews 2:14–15:
  “Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil—and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death.”

Jesus’ descent into Hades is not to suffer but to declare victory and liberate the captives:

•   Ephesians 4:8–9“When he ascended on high, he took many captives and gave gifts to his people. (What does ‘he ascended’ mean except that he also descended to the lower, earthly regions?)”.

4. The Resurrection of the Saints: A Sign of Freedom

The saints who rose and appeared to people in Jerusalem were not ghosts. They were real, physical signs that the power of the grave had been broken. Their resurrection occurred after Jesus’ resurrection because Christ is the “firstborn from the dead” (Colossians 1:18, NIV). This confirmed that He alone had the authority to open the graves.

Their appearance shows that believers are no longer imprisoned by death. Christ had won the victory:

• 2 Timothy 1:10
  “But it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.”

5. What Happens When a Believer Dies Today?

Since Jesus’ resurrection, believers no longer go to a holding place like Sheol. Instead, they go directly to be with the Lord:

• Luke 23:43
  “Jesus answered him, ‘Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.’”
• Philippians 1:23
  “I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far.”

Paradise is now the dwelling place of the righteous dead, where they await the final resurrection with joy and peace. There, they live in the presence of Jesus.

6. But What About the Unbeliever?

Those who die in sin, without turning to Christ, are not free. They still go to a place of darkness and separation from God—commonly referred to as Hades or Hell.

• Luke 16:23
  “In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham far away, with Lazarus by his side.”

They await the final judgment, when their fate will be sealed:

• Revelation 20:14–15
  “Then death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. The lake of fire is the second death. Anyone whose name was not found written in the book of life was thrown into the lake of fire.”

This is a sobering reality. Without Christ, there is no hope beyond the grave.

7. The Urgency of Salvation

Friend, death can come at any moment, and the return of Christ will be without warning. The Bible says:

• Proverbs 27:1
  “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.”
• Hebrews 2:3
  “How shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation?”

Today, Jesus still offers the same victory over sin and death. He is calling you to receive the gift of eternal life—freely given through His grace.

8. What Must You Do to Be Saved?

• Repent sincerely (Acts 3:19)
• Believe in Jesus Christ (John 3:16)
• Be baptized for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38)
• Live a holy life, walking in the Spirit (Romans 8:1–4)

This is not religion—it is a relationship with the One who conquered death for you. If you accept Him today, the grave will never have the final word over your life.

May the Lord bless you and give you peace.

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Recognizing His Hidden Strategies in the Church

Among the seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation, the church in Thyatira stands out in a unique and surprising way. Unlike many of the others, this church received praise from the Lord Jesus for its continual spiritual progress. It was growing in love, faith, service, and patient endurance. Christ Himself said, “I know your works, your love and faith and service and patient endurance, and that your latter works exceed the first” (Revelation 2:19, ESV).

This is a powerful commendation. While other churches were faltering, Thyatira was advancing. However, that very progress attracted the attention of the enemy. Satan did not attack this church through open persecution or moral failure alone. Instead, he used a much more dangerous method: deception through spiritual mystery.

Satan employed hidden traps — subtle and spiritual-looking — to infiltrate the church. He masked his tactics so well that some believers thought they were still serving God, when in fact they were aligning themselves with the enemy. This is what Jesus referred to as “the deep things of Satan” (Revelation 2:24).

Let us, therefore, uncover some of Satan’s spiritual mysteries — deceptive tactics he continues to use today — so that we may stand firm and not fall prey to them.

1. Satan Wants Us to Believe He Cannot Tell the Truth

We often assume that everything Satan says must be a lie. While he is indeed “the father of lies” (John 8:44), he often uses truth deceptively — not to enlighten but to ensnare.

In Acts 16:16–18, when the apostle Paul was ministering in Philippi, a slave girl possessed by a spirit of divination followed him around, crying out, “These men are servants of the Most High God, who proclaim to you the way of salvation.” This statement was true. However, the spirit’s goal was not to support the gospel but to subtly attach itself to Paul’s ministry and disarm his discernment.

Eventually, Paul, “having become greatly annoyed,” discerned the deception and commanded the spirit to leave her in Jesus’ name (Acts 16:18, ESV). The girl was freed, but Paul and Silas were thrown into prison as a result.

Application: Just because something sounds true doesn’t mean it is from God. Not all revelations, visions, or even prophecies that correctly describe your life are of the Holy Spirit. Truth without the right source and fruit can be a trap. “You will recognize them by their fruits” (Matthew 7:16, ESV). Always test the spirits (1 John 4:1).

2. Satan Wants Us to Believe He Cannot Be Present in Church

Many believers falsely assume that Satan only operates outside the church. But Revelation 2:20 exposes this lie. Jesus rebukes the church in Thyatira, saying:
“But I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess and is teaching and seducing my servants to practice sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols.” (Revelation 2:20, ESV)

This “Jezebel” was not an outsider — she was inside the church, likely a respected figure. Yet she was introducing false teaching and leading believers astray under the guise of spirituality.

Application: Even sincere, growing believers can be misled if they blindly trust every spiritual leader. Just because someone stands behind a pulpit or has a title doesn’t mean their message aligns with Scripture. Always weigh teaching against the Bible. The Bereans were commended for testing even Paul’s message by the Scriptures (Acts 17:11).

3. Satan Wants Us to Picture Him Only as Frightening or Evil-Looking

In many people’s minds, Satan is imagined as a terrifying figure with horns, red skin, and a pitchfork. But this stereotype is far from reality.

The Bible tells us that Satan “disguises himself as an angel of light” (2 Corinthians 11:14, ESV). Before his fall, he was a beautiful and powerful angel (Ezekiel 28:12–17). He still uses beauty, comfort, and even wealth to deceive.

When Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness, he didn’t come in terrifying form — he came offering the kingdoms of the world (Matthew 4:8–9).

Application: Not every open door or success is from God. Not every peaceful moment is divine peace. Satan can offer worldly blessings to lure you into spiritual compromise. Discernment is key. Ask not just “Is this good?” but “Is this from God?”

4. Satan Wants Us to Think He Cannot Support God’s Work

Satan will sometimes appear to defend or support God’s agenda — but only as a tactic to infiltrate or derail it.

When Jesus told His disciples about His coming suffering and death, Peter reacted emotionally:
“Far be it from you, Lord! This shall never happen to you.” (Matthew 16:22, ESV)

Peter’s words sounded protective, but Jesus recognized the real source:
“Get behind me, Satan! You are a hindrance to me. For you are not setting your mind on the things of God, but on the things of man.” (Matthew 16:23, ESV)

Satan had momentarily hijacked Peter’s compassion to try and stop Jesus from fulfilling His mission.

Application: Sometimes Satan will “support” your calling, your ministry, your purpose — just enough to steer you off course. That’s why spiritual flattery and even “well-meaning” counsel must be weighed carefully.

5. Satan Wants Us to Believe He Cannot Pretend to Be Weak

Sometimes the enemy gains ground not by opposition, but by pretending to be defeated or submissive.

In Joshua 9, the Gibeonites deceived Israel by pretending to be foreigners seeking peace. Joshua made a covenant with them without seeking God’s counsel, only to discover later that they were local enemies (Joshua 9:14–15).

Application: Satan can flatter you, shrink back in apparent defeat, or act as though he’s not a threat — just to lower your guard. Discernment requires constant reliance on the Holy Spirit and not just your own understanding.

6. Satan Wants Us to Think He Is Ignorant or Unaware

In Genesis 3, Satan approached Eve with a question that sounded innocent:
“Did God actually say, ‘You shall not eat of any tree in the garden’?” (Genesis 3:1, ESV)

He deliberately twisted God’s command, pretending ignorance to provoke Eve into engaging with him. That conversation led to humanity’s fall.

Application: The enemy still uses this tactic today. He may pretend to be naïve, harmless, or in need of explanation — drawing you into a trap. Don’t explain or negotiate with temptation. Cut it off at the root.

A Final Word: Are You Spiritually Awake?

These are the last days. The enemy knows his time is short, and he is working overtime to deceive, distract, and destroy. That is why Paul urges us to “not be outwitted by Satan; for we are not ignorant of his designs” (2 Corinthians 2:11, ESV).

So the question is: Are you saved? If Christ were to return today, would you be taken with Him, or left behind?

Jesus is the only way, truth, and life (John 14:6). No amount of spiritual appearance, religious activity, or church attendance can replace a genuine relationship with Him. If you haven’t repented of your sins and given your life to Christ, today is the day.

Repent. Believe. Follow.
And walk in the light, with eyes wide open to the enemy’s devices.

May the Lord bless you and keep you steadfast in truth.

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This is the third part in a teaching series for women. In the first and second parts, we explored why the Lord Jesus, in certain cases, identified women not by their personal names, but by titles such as “Woman” or “Daughter.” There’s a divine reason behind this. If you haven’t had the chance to review those teachings, feel free to message us we’ll send them to you.

Today, we move forward to explore why some women were addressed by Jesus as “Mother.”

The Title “Mother” Is a Mark of Spiritual Maturity

To be called a mother is not a light thing it is a title of spiritual maturity. One does not become a mother by title alone. A mother is someone who has given birth or has taken on the responsibility of raising and nurturing others.

Jesus, during His earthly ministry, encountered many women. But not all were called “Daughter,” and not all were called “Mother.” These titles were reserved for those who had reached a certain spiritual stature.

Let’s look at a few examples from Scripture to understand what qualifies a woman to be seen by Jesus as a “mother.”

1. The Canaanite Woman  A Mother in Faith and Intercession

Matthew 15:21–28 (ESV)

“And Jesus went away from there and withdrew to the district of Tyre and Sidon.
And behold, a Canaanite woman from that region came out and was crying, ‘Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David; my daughter is severely oppressed by a demon.’
But he did not answer her a word.
And his disciples came and begged him, saying, ‘Send her away, for she is crying out after us.’
He answered, ‘I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.’
But she came and knelt before him, saying, ‘Lord, help me.’
And he answered, ‘It is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.’
She said, ‘Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.’
Then Jesus answered her, ‘O woman, great is your faith! Be it done for you as you desire.’
And her daughter was healed instantly.”

Notice: This woman didn’t come to Jesus for her own needs. She came interceding on behalf of her daughter. She didn’t give up, even when she was ignored, dismissed, and even likened to a dog. She remained steadfast.

That is the heart of a mother to carry the burden of another as if it were her own.

Her faith, humility, and intercession earned her the recognition of Jesus. He acknowledged her not just as a woman, but as a spiritual mother a woman with the maturity to stand in the gap for others.

2. Mary, the Mother of Jesus  A Mother Who Cares About Others’ Needs

John 2:1–4 (ESV)

“On the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there.
Jesus also was invited to the wedding with his disciples.
When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to him, ‘They have no wine.’
And Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.'”

Mary saw the potential shame that could fall on the family hosting the wedding. Even though it wasn’t her personal issue, she brought it to Jesus, revealing her heart of compassion and concern for others.

Jesus’ response might seem cold on the surface, but His choice of addressing her as “woman” (Greek: gynai) was actually a respectful and dignified term in the culture of the time. This moment shows Mary operating in mature spiritual insight acting before anyone else understood what was truly happening.

Her initiative led to Jesus’ first public miracle.

3. Mary Magdalene  A Mother of the Gospel Message

John 20:11–17 (ESV)

“But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb…
Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?’…
Jesus said to her, ‘Mary.’
She turned and said to him in Aramaic, ‘Rabboni!’ (which means Teacher).
Jesus said to her, ‘Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brothers and say to them, “I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.”‘”

Mary Magdalene was the first to witness the resurrected Christ. She was the first to be entrusted with the gospel of the resurrection the most important message in history!

Why her?

Because she remained faithful. While others had fled, she stayed. Her deep love, loyalty, and spiritual awareness showed that she had matured in faith.

Not every woman received this kind of grace. It is reserved for those who have grown into spiritual motherhood those who can carry the gospel and nurture others into the truth.

Spiritual Mothers Are Like Sarah, Rebekah, Elizabeth, and Mary

These were women who had matured in faith, walked with God, and were used by Him to nurture nations, lead families, and guide others spiritually. They didn’t live for themselves but became vessels for others to encounter God.

So, Sister, Where Do You Stand Today?

When the Lord looks at you, how does He identify you?

• As a girl ?
• As a woman ?
• Or as a mother  in the Spirit?

Before looking at the lives of great male apostles like Peter or Paul, first take time to study the lives of the holy women of God in Scripture. That alone can change your life and calling.

Long for the Honor of Being Called “Mother” by Christ

This is one of the highest honors Jesus can bestow on a woman it places her in the same category as apostolic messengers. To be entrusted with the care of others’ souls, to intercede, to disciple, to carry the gospel this is the calling of a spiritual mother.

“Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior… They are to teach what is good, and so train the young women…”           Titus 2:3–4 (ESV)

Your Calling Is Higher Than You Think

Rise up, woman of God. Step into spiritual maturity. Be a mother not just by age or biology, but by faith, intercession, and spiritual responsibility.

May the Lord bless you and recognize you as one of His faithful mothers.

Maranatha  The Lord is coming!

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WOMAN, DAUGHTER, MOTHER  Part 2

A message for women from a biblical and spiritual perspective

This is the second part of a teaching series for women. In the first part, we explored why Jesus, when He encountered the sinful woman, referred to her simply as “woman” not based on her appearance, age, or physical traits, but based on her gender and divine identity as a woman. The term “woman” carried spiritual weight, highlighting that her encounter with Christ carried a message for all women.

If you missed that first teaching, feel free to message me and I’ll send it to you.

Today’s Focus DAUGHTER

At other times in Scripture, Jesus refers to women not just as “women,” but tenderly and intimately as His “daughters.” Remarkably, some of these women may have been older than Jesus in age, yet He still called them “daughter” revealing that His perspective was spiritual, not physical.

Let us consider one key story to understand the divine message Jesus was communicating to the world through this woman:

Matthew 9:20–22 (ESV)

20 And behold, a woman who had suffered from a discharge of blood for twelve years came up behind him and touched the fringe of his garment,
21 for she said to herself, “If I only touch his garment, I will be made well.”
22 Jesus turned, and seeing her he said, “Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well.” And instantly the woman was made well.

Why did Jesus call her “daughter”?

He could have called her “woman,” “mother,” or “lady,” yet He deliberately called her “daughter.” Why?

Because of the unique and unwavering faith she demonstrated. Despite suffering for 12 years and spending all she had on physicians with no solution (Mark 5:25–26), she did not approach Jesus with skepticism or doubt. She didn’t compare Him to the charlatans of her past. Instead, she believed completely in His power without demanding signs, words, or attention.

She said not, “I hope I’ll be healed,” or “Maybe He can help.”
She said: “I will be made well.”
a declaration of total, confident faith.

She didn’t ask for prayers or a personal visit. She believed that simply touching the edge of His garment was enough.

That kind of faith is what moved Jesus to call her “My daughter.”

It was not a term of biological relation, but of spiritual intimacy and inheritance. By calling her “daughter,” Jesus was declaring:

“You are no longer just a suffering woman you are My own child, a rightful heir of My Father’s Kingdom.”

Who Are the Daughters of Jesus Today?

Let us reflect honestly: How many women today would Jesus confidently call “My daughter”?

Jesus does not call you His daughter because of your age, beauty, social standing, or how religious you look on the outside. He sees the heart, not the flesh (1 Samuel 16:7). A true daughter of God is one who approaches Jesus with unshakable faith not as a last resort, not as an experiment, but with deep conviction that He alone is the source of life, healing, and purpose.

If you come to Jesus just to “try and see” if He’ll work for you like a spiritual gamble you have misunderstood His identity. He is not like the witch doctors or manipulators of your past.

True daughters of God know who they have believed in (2 Timothy 1:12).

They are not hopping from church to church, chasing after every prophet or trend.
They are not living double lives church on Sunday, the club on Friday.
They are rooted in Christ, consistent in character, confident in His Word, and firm in their identity.

Daughters of God Are Also Heirs

The benefit of being called a daughter of Jesus is far more than a title it is about inheritance.

Romans 8:17 (ESV): “And if children, then heirs ,heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ…”

Many assume that everyone will inherit the blessings of heaven. But Scripture is clear only those who truly belong to Him, those who have become sons and daughters through faith and obedience, will receive the Kingdom.

So, Sister… Woman… Daughter…

Jesus is not impressed by appearances, youth, or charm. He is searching for faithful daughters who will leave behind the world and cleave to Him completely.

2 Corinthians 6:17–18 (ESV):
“Therefore go out from their midst, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch no unclean thing;
then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”

These are the last days. Christ is returning soon. Are you still wavering, still playing with the world? The gospel today is not a soft call it is a wake up call. Now is the time to fully surrender.

Maranatha  Come, Lord Jesus!

Don’t miss the final part of this teaching series, where we will explore why Jesus also referred to some women as “Mother.”

Until then, may the Lord bless you and awaken in you the full identity of a true daughter of the King.

Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus.
(See Revelation 22:20)

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Greetings in the most precious name of our Lord Jesus Christ! You are welcome as we learn together the words of life.

When we read Genesis chapter one, many of us only notice the act of creation. But what we often miss are the strategies and schedule that God Himself set in place to complete His entire work of creation.

People in the world say, “A wise person learns from those who have succeeded.” Now, among us humans, no one has ever succeeded more than our God, right? When we look at the heavens and the earth, what we see is a masterpiece perfectly designed with no flaws or weaknesses. So, if we too desire to be successful, we must study God’s schedule and how He ordered His work until we see the creation that stands before us today.

In the seven days of creation, God divided His work into three main categories:

1. Separation
2. Creation
3. Rest

1.SEPARATION

In the beginning, God first focused on separating.

In the first day, He separated light from darkness.

Genesis 1:3 4

3 And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.

4 God saw that the light was good, and he separated the light from the darkness.

On the second day, He separated the waters above from the waters below by creating the sky in between.

Genesis 1:7–8

7 So God made the vault and separated the water under the vault from the water above it. And it was so.

8 God called the vault “sky.” And there was evening, and there was morningthe second day.

On the third day, He separated the waters from the dry ground, so that land appeared.

Genesis 1:9–10

9 And God said, “Let the water under the sky be gathered to one place, and let dry ground appear.” And it was so.

10 God called the dry ground “land,” and the gathered waters he called “seas.” And God saw that it was good.

On the fourth day, He separated day from night, seasons from seasons, years from years by creating the sun, moon, and stars.

Genesis 1:16–19 

16 God made two great lights the greater light to govern the day and the lesser light to govern the night. He also made the stars.

17 God set them in the vault of the sky to give light on the earth,

18 to govern the day and the night, and to separate light from darkness. And God saw that it was good.

19 And there was evening, and there was morning the fourth day.

Notice that by the fourth day, God had not yet created any animals. His work so far had been separation (apart from plants which appeared on day three).

What does this teach us?

It teaches us not to rush into doing anything before separation has taken place in our own lives. We must first separate light from darkness in our spiritual “week.” Don’t begin your week without dedicating it to the Lord. Start with prayer, attend worship, and deliberately set aside what is evil. If you have wronged someone, make it right. If you are in debt, pay it back. If you have sinned, confess before the Lord. This is what God was demonstrating in the first days.

2. CREATION

After separation came creation.

Only after order was established did God create fish, birds, livestock, wild animals, and finally humankind on the sixth day.

Genesis 1:31 

God saw all that he had made, and it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning the sixth day.

Lesson: Once we have separated ourselves from what is unclean or disorderly, then whatever we put our hands to do will also be “very good.” Like God’s creation, our works will be free from flaws and weaknesses.

3. REST

Finally, after completing His work in six days, God rested on the seventh.

Genesis 2:2

By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work.

This teaches us that we are not to act as though we are busier than God. If He rested, who are we not to rest? If you work nonstop day and night, week after week, year after year without ever pausing, then whatever you are doing will lose its quality. But when you align your week to God’s schedule, you will surely see positive results whether you are a servant of God, a student, a worker, or a leader.

However, if worship is not important to you, if you never separate yourself from sin, harmful friends, or ungodly conversations; if you never spend time praying, studying God’s Word, or correcting your ways, but only think about money then your week will be wasted. You will be creating in darkness, and your efforts will amount to nothing.

When we speak of following God’s weekly schedule, we don’t mean you must literally do the same thing on day one, two, three, or four. Rather, within the span of your week, make sure each principle is present: separate yourself from sin, build what is good, and set aside time to rest.

Even if you cannot take 24 consecutive hours of rest, ensure you dedicate at least one full day’s worth of time across the week to recharge, as God did.

May the Lord bless you.

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