DEVOTIONAL: TRUSTING THE POTTER’S HANDS

 You shall continue to make great progress in the face of adversity because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: DEVOTIONAL: TRUSTING THE POTTER’S HANDS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Romans 9:20–23 (AMP)

   Life often presents moments that feel confusing, painful, and unfair. In such seasons, the human heart naturally asks, “Why, Lord?” Romans 9:20–23 redirects our focus from questioning God to trusting Him. Paul reminds us that God is the Potter and we are the clay. The clay does not determine the design; it yields to the hands that shape it. This truth calls believers to humility and surrender, especially when circumstances seem like mishaps.

    Isaiah 45:6–7 reveals that God reigns over both light and darkness, peace and adversity. This does not make God the author of evil, but it affirms that nothing escapes His sovereign control. Even when we cannot trace His hand, we can trust His heart. Job understood this when he said, “The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord” (Job 1:21).

    One of the most difficult biblical examples is found in Ezekiel 24:16–24. God allowed the death of Ezekiel’s wife as a prophetic sign to Israel. Though heartbreaking, this event carried a divine message that God’s judgment was near. It reminds us that sometimes personal pain becomes a platform for God’s greater purpose. While we may not understand the “why,” God always understands the “end.”

   Romans 8:28 assures us that God works all things together for good for those who love Him. Even the cross, the darkest moment in human history, became the doorway to salvation (Acts 2:23). What appears as loss in our eyes may be preparation for glory in God’s plan.

   Today, rest in the truth that you are not abandoned clay on a broken wheel. You are being shaped by a wise and loving Potter. Trust His hands. Submit to His process. Glory awaits the vessels of mercy He is forming.

PRAYER Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome temptation. 

Father, help me trust Your sovereignty even when life is painful. Shape my heart according to Your will. Give me grace to submit to Your purpose and to rest in Your wisdom. Amen.

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CALLED ACCORDING TO HIS PURPOSE

 

Receive wisdom for the fulfilment of your divine purpose.
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CALLED ACCORDING TO HIS PURPOSE
Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
   To be “called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28) means to live in alignment with God’s eternal plan, not merely personal ambition. Paul’s testimony in Acts 26:19 shows this clearly: after encountering Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus, he declared, “I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision.” That encounter revealed Paul’s true purpose. Before meeting Christ, he believed his mission was to persecute Christians, thinking he was serving God. This tragic misdirection mirrors how some today commit violence in the name of religion. Yet, when Christ intervenes, He transforms zeal without knowledge into holy purpose (Romans 10:2).
   Scripture shows that purpose often precedes birth. John the Baptist was set apart in the womb to prepare the way of the Lord (Luke 1:15–17; Jeremiah 1:5). God’s calling is sovereign. Romans 9:11–13 teaches that Jacob was chosen over Esau not by human merit but by divine purpose, proving that salvation and calling are rooted in God’s grace, not human achievement. Likewise, 1 Corinthians 1:26–29 reveals that God often chooses the weak and lowly so that no one may boast before Him.
   Although God has called all believers to be ministers of the gospel (2 Corinthians 5:18–20), only those who discover and submit to their calling walk fully in that purpose. When we seek first God’s kingdom (Matthew 6:33), align with His will (Ephesians 2:10), and yield to His Spirit, “all things work together for good” (Romans 8:28, AMP). Find His purpose, and your life will gain eternal direction and impact.
In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and his purpose for our lives .
PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and wisdom for excellence.
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AN HOUSE NOT MADE WITH HANDS

 What was meant to be a loss shall translate into a great harvest of souls and resources because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: AN HOUSE NOT MADE WITH HANDS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

(2 Corinthians 5:1–4)

Paul declares, “For we know that if our earthly tent which is our house is torn down (dissolved), we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens” (2 Corinthians 5:1, AMP). The Greek word translated “dissolved” is katalýō (καταλύω), meaning to dismantle, destroy, or take down a temporary dwelling. This imagery emphasizes that the human body is a temporary tent, not our permanent home. Christianity, therefore, is not escapism from the physical world but hope anchored in divine transformation.

    Jesus confirmed this promise when He said, “In My Father’s house are many dwelling places (mansions)… I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2–3, AMP). This “house” is not merely a location in heaven but includes the believer’s new immortal body—a glorified, eternal dwelling prepared by God. Paul adds that we “groan, longing to be clothed with our dwelling from heaven” (2 Corinthians 5:2), revealing a holy desire to exchange mortality for immortality ( no sickness or deformity, no death ,no weakness, no poverty) 

   The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the apologetic foundation of this hope. Christ rose in a glorified body: He ate with His disciples (Luke 24:42–43), passed through closed doors (John 20:19), yet could be physically touched (John 20:27). This proves continuity and transformation—same identity, glorified substance.    Scripture assures believers will share this reality: “He will transform our lowly body to be like His glorious body” (Philippians 3:21), and “this mortal must put on immortality” (1 Corinthians 15:53).

   Because our true house is eternal, we are called to live lightly on earthly attachments and heavily invested in eternal values.Do not be over attached to anything on earth.    Suffering, aging, and loss are not the end; they are signals pointing us home. Today, let your hope be anchored in God’s promise: what is dissolved will be replaced with what is divine. Walk in holiness, serve faithfully, and rejoice—your eternal house is already prepared.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and focus on that which is heavenly. 

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me for my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome painful losses.

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CRUSHED AND OVERWHELMED BEYOND HUMAN ENDURANCE

 You shall find light in the darkness and strength in despair because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good-Life Devotional:  CRUSHED AND OVERWHELMED BEYOND HUMAN ENDURANCE

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Paul wrote, “We were crushed and overwhelmed beyond our ability to endure, and we thought we would never live through it” (2 Corinthians 1:8, NLT). This confession came from an anointed apostle, proving that strong faith does not exempt believers from deep trials. 

   The Christian journey includes inevitabilities—seasons of pressure, very painful losses, and sorrow. Jesus Himself told Paul from the beginning that his calling would be marked by many afflictions (Acts 9:16). Suffering is not always a sign of failure; often it is the pathway to deeper dependence on God.

Rachel’s cry in Jeremiah 31:15 reflects this human pain—“Rachel weeping for her children.” Even God’s people experience moments when grief feels unbearable. Yet Scripture shows that God does not abandon His own in such valleys. Paul explains that his suffering taught him to rely not on himself but on God who raises the dead (2 Corinthians 1:9).

     In these crushing seasons, we need the prayers of others. Paul openly asked the church to intercede for him (2 Corinthians 1:11). God often sends strength through the hands and voices of fellow believers.  Do not isolate yourself in pain; allow the body of Christ to carry you in prayer.

Though troubled on every side, we are not destroyed. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair” (2 Corinthians 4:8, AMP). What feels unbearable today is producing eternal weight of glory tomorrow. Paul reminds us that our light affliction, though painful now, is working for us a far greater and lasting glory (2 Corinthians 4:17–18).

   When overwhelmed, lift your eyes beyond the moment. Trust God’s purpose, lean on prayer especially in tongues  while speaking scriptures  such as ( psalm 34, 2 Corinthians 4 :16-18 ) and hold fast to hope. Your crushing season is not the end—it is preparation for glory.

   In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and the fruit of long-suffering in the Holy Spirit.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome emotional depression.

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SORROWING AFTER A GODLY KIND. YOUR SORROW SHALL BE TURNED INTO JOY .

 What was meant for your downfall  shall bring about your promotiom because of the anointing of God's favour upon you. 

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SORROWING AFTER A GODLY KIND. YOUR SORROW SHALL BE TURNED INTO JOY .

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Jesus told His disciples, “You will grieve and lament, but the world will rejoice… your sorrow will be turned into joy” (John 16:20, 22).    The Greek word used for sorrow here is lypē (λύπη), meaning deep emotional pain, heaviness of heart, or distress. When Jesus spoke of His coming death, the disciples were overwhelmed with lypē. Yet Christ assured them that this sorrow would not be permanent—it would give birth to joy through His resurrection.

   The apostle Paul later explained this spiritual principle: “Godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation… but the sorrow of the world produces death” (2 Corinthians 7:10). Godly sorrow is not despair; it is a heart response that turns us back to God. It leads to repentance, transformation, and eventual rejoicing. Paul described believers as “sorrowful, yet always rejoicing” (2 Corinthians 6:10). What Satan intends for evil, God converts into a testimony of grace and thanksgiving.

    Ungodly sorrow, however, comes from viewing circumstances without spiritual understanding. It focuses only on loss, pain, and disappointment, and often leads to hopelessness. Job’s wife, overwhelmed by suffering, urged him to abandon faith (Job 2:9). Her response reflected natural despair rather than trust in God’s eternal purpose.

   Jesus demonstrated godly sorrow in Matthew 14. After hearing about the murder of John the Baptist, His cousin, He felt the weight of grief. Yet instead of withdrawing into despair, He continued in compassion—healing the sick and feeding the hungry. This teaches us that the call of God and the needs of others are greater than personal pain.

    Spiritually, believers never truly lose. “Our light affliction… is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory” (2 Corinthians 4:16–18). Godly sorrow lifts our eyes from the temporary to the eternal, transforming grief into growth and tears into triumph. When sorrow is surrendered to God, it becomes a pathway to deeper joy and stronger faith.

 PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome grief .

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WHY DOES GOD ALLOW BAD THINGS TO HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE?

 The enemy's strategies against your family shall fail because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

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WHY DOES GOD ALLOW BAD THINGS TO HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE?

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi

   One of the hardest questions in Christian theology is why a good and loving God allows suffering—especially when innocent children face terminal diseases and believers are persecuted by terrorists. Scripture does not deny suffering; rather, it explains its purpose within a fallen world.

    The Bible teaches that evil entered creation through human rebellion (Genesis 3:16–19). Since then, disease, death, and violence have existed—not because God delights in pain, but because the world operates under the consequences of sin (Romans 8:20–22). Yet God remains sovereign and purposeful even in suffering.

Judges 14:4 reveals that Samson’s situation was not random: “His father and mother did not know that it was from the LORD, for He was seeking an occasion against the Philistines” (AMP). Though Samson was eventually captured and died in enemy territory (Judges 16:21–30), God used his suffering to bring judgment and deliverance. This shows that God can turn human tragedy into divine victory.

    Similarly, Job was described as blameless, yet he suffered intensely (Job 1:1). God later restored him, demonstrating that suffering is not always punishment, but sometimes a test of faith and a platform for God’s glory (Job 42:10).

Jesus Himself, the most righteous person to ever live, suffered unjustly and died on the cross (Isaiah 53:3–5). His suffering brought salvation to the world. This proves that God can bring eternal good out of temporary pain (Romans 8:28).

   Though Christians face persecution (2 Timothy 3:12), God promises final justice (Revelation 21:4). Until then, suffering reminds humanity that this world is not our final home. God’s goodness is not measured by comfort, but by His redemptive purpose, eternal hope, and unfailing love.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and understanding of his will and purpose 

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome temptation.

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WHEN GOOD AND BAD SEEM UNEQUAL — GOD’S HIGHER PURPOSE

 Extraordinary help shall locate you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

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By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

WHEN GOOD AND BAD SEEM U

NEQUAL — GOD’S HIGHER PURPOSE

   One of life’s hardest questions is why good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people. Jesus addressed this tension in Matthew 5:44–48, teaching that God causes His sun to rise on both the evil and the good. This reveals a powerful truth: God is good by nature, and His love for humanity is not determined by circumstances. He calls us to be perfect—mature in love and character—just as our Father in heaven is perfect.

     Job was described as blameless and upright, yet he experienced severe calamity (Job 1:21). His story reminds us that the worst can happen to the best because evil exists in the world and Satan comes to steal, kill, and destroy. Still, Job’s response shows the right posture of faith: “Naked I came… and naked shall I return.” Jesus echoed this truth when He said life does not consist in the abundance of possessions (Luke 12:15).

    We must be careful not to conclude that suffering means someone is cursed. Through Jesus Christ, broken situations are reversible—that is why He commanded healing and restoration in Matthew 10:8. Zechariah the priest was declared righteous yet remained childless for years, (Luke 1:13 ) but this did not stop his faithful service to God. Our service should not depend on visible rewards.

    Do not allow possessions or situations to define you. You are a child of the Most High, blessed with every spiritual blessing, and most importantly, your name is written in heaven (Luke 10:20). That eternal assurance matters more than temporary circumstances.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome depression. Lord, help me trust Your goodness beyond what I see and serve You faithfully in every season. Amen.

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