Memory Verse : Proverbs 15:1 NLT A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.Praise And Worship: As a serious and committed Believer, get a quiet place to praise & worship the most High God.Prophetic Declaration : Henceforth, the Spirit of God will prompt you. You will know what to say, how to say it, at the right time in Jesus’name Amen.Spirit Meal : 1Samuel 25:1-38
In the heat of conflict, our words often become weapons. We see this in the tragic story of Nabal and Abigail in 1 Samuel 25. Nabal, a harsh and foolish man, was quick to hurl insults and refuse help, responding to David’s reasonable request with arrogant contempt. His untamed tongue ignited a fuse that nearly annihilated his entire household. Nabal’s words were sparks of strife, driven by pride and folly, showcasing how reckless speech can summon destruction.
In stark contrast, his wife, Abigail, showcased the godly power of words to disarm wrath and build bridges. She did not respond to David’s anger with more anger. Instead, she chose her words with exquisite care, offering gifts, speaking with respect, and acknowledging David’s future as God’s anointed king. Her wise and peace-filled speech was a cooling balm that turned away righteous anger and averted a bloody catastrophe.
Abigail epitomizes this truth, while Nabal embodied its opposite. Yet, even the great peacemakers can falter. Consider Aaron, who, when pressured by the fearful Israelites awaiting Moses, used his tongue not for peace but for pandering, crafting a golden calf to appease the crowd. His failure to speak truth into their anxiety fueled sin and conflict with God Himself. These narrative portraits reveal a deep spiritual principle: our tongue is a rudder that can either steer a situation toward the shores of reconciliation or into the rocks of ruin. To speak peace is not merely to avoid conflict; it is to courageously and thoughtfully use our words to reflect God’s heart of mercy and truth, even when facing justified anger or unreasonable people.
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October is a great month. Happy birthday to all our beloved brethren that are celebrating. God bless you abundantly
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Morning Prayer & Power
Intimate Prayer Points :
(Early Mercy)
1. Father, forgive me for the times my words have been reckless, critical, or fueled by pride.
2. Father please grant Me the Wisdom of Abigail: Holy Spirit, endow me with the discernition and courage of Abigail in Jesus’name Amen.
Night Time Prayer & Victory :
1. O Lord my God, deliver me from the Cowardice of Aaron: God, protect me from the temptation to use my words to merely please people or avoid conflict at the cost of truth.
2. Father, fill my heart, That My Words May Bring Life: Jesus, You said that the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.
Our Vision
👉 To Gather And Equip People and the Saints For The Millennial reign (Revelation 20:1-6, Isaiah 40:3)
Our Mission Statement
👉 To preach the gospel as Jesus commanded the Apostles (Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 16:15-18)
👉 To do the works He did (Ezekiel 34:12)
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