WHY CHRISTIANS SHOULD SECURE THEIR VOTES THROUGH THE MOST RELIABLE MEAN

 

You shall not fall into the enemy's trap because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional:
WHY CHRISTIANS SHOULD SECURE THEIR VOTES THROUGH THE MOST RELIABLE MEAN

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By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
   The integrity of leadership selection is a biblical principle. In Acts 6:1–7, when a dispute arose in the early church, the apostles instructed the believers to select “seven men of good reputation, full of the Spirit and of wisdom” (v.3). This transparent and criteria-based process ensured fairness, preserved unity, and allowed the apostles to focus on prayer and the ministry of the Word. The result was powerful: “the word of God kept on spreading” (v.7 AMP). Good systems produced good outcomes for the gospel.
   Leadership selection has spiritual consequences. Proverbs 29:2 declares, “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked man rules, the people groan.” A flawed electoral system that enables dishonesty creates room for corruption and injustice. In parts of Africa, especially Nigeria, weak and ambiguous electoral processes have often resulted in leaders whose policies deepen poverty and insecurity. When corrupt politicians manipulate manual documentation and alter figures, the people suffer. Scripture warns that “the thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy” (John 10:10 AMP). Systems that enable theft of mandates indirectly empower destructive agendas.
   Christians, therefore, should advocate for secure, transparent, and unambiguous voting systems. The Bible commands, “Provide things honest in the sight of all men” (Romans 12:17 KJV) and “Let all things be done properly and in an orderly manner” (1 Corinthians 14:40 AMP). Real-time electronic transmission of votes, when properly implemented, reduces manipulation and confusion. Manual processes that are easily altered should be reformed or rejected where they consistently enable fraud.
   Believers are called to be “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world” (Matthew 5:13–16). Resisting attempts to compromise electoral integrity is part of seeking justice (Isaiah 1:17). When righteous systems are upheld, stability increases, poverty is reduced, and the gospel advances without hindrance.    Christians must prayerfully, peacefully, and lawfully support processes that protect truth and promote godly leadership.
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 bad governance.
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WATCHFULNESS AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE

 Receive grace to overcome ungodly addictions now because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: WATCHFULNESS AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE

 By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

“Keep actively watching and praying so that you may not come into temptation; the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” — Mark 14:38 (AMP)

  Jesus spoke these words in Gethsemane at the height of intense spiritual conflict. While the disciples slept, Christ prayed. This contrast reveals that the struggle was deeper than physical exhaustion—it was a spiritual battle. Jesus exposed a vital truth: human beings may have sincere spiritual desire, but without divine help, the flesh is too weak to overcome temptation. Watchfulness and prayer are not optional disciplines; they are weapons in spiritual warfare.

   Christianity Recognizes Spiritual Reality  Unlike atheistic or materialistic worldviews that reduce humans to biology and brain activity,    Jesus clearly distinguishes between spirit and flesh. Mark 14:38 affirms that believers live in a spiritual realm where unseen forces are at work. Scripture confirms this reality: “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood…” (Ephesians 6:12). Spiritual warfare demands spiritual responses, and prayer is central.

Human Willpower Is Not Enough

    Self-help philosophies promote discipline and determination as the solution to moral failure. Jesus teaches otherwise. A willing spirit without prayer still collapses under pressure. Victory over sin flows from God’s grace, not human strength. “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord (Zechariah 4:6).

Prayer Is Defensive and Preventive

   Jesus did not instruct His disciples to pray after falling into temptation, but before entering it (Matthew 26:41). Prayer sharpens spiritual alertness, strengthens discernment, and fortifies the believer ahead of attack.

Jesus’ Humanity Is Affirmed

Christ’s anguish in Gethsemane demonstrates His full humanity. He was tested, yet without sin, fulfilling Hebrews 4:15 and affirming the orthodox doctrine of His dual nature.

APPLICATION

Develop daily prayer habits. Avoid spiritual laziness. Recognize temptation early. Depend on the Holy Spirit. Stay alert in doctrine and lifestyle.

   Spiritual victory is not automatic. Watchfulness, prayer, and dependence on God empower the willing spirit to overcome the weakness of the flesh.

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 over evil addictions .

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MAINTAINING SPIRITUAL AWARENESS THROUGH READINESS AND WATCHFULNESS

 The anointing of God's favour is giving you wisdom to solve very difficult problems that will put you above the competition.

Good -Life Devotional: MAINTAINING SPIRITUAL AWARENESS THROUGH READINESS AND WATCHFULNESS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Matthew 25:1–13

 “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming.” — Matthew 25:13

   Spiritual awareness must not only be developed; it must be sustained. Jesus emphasized this truth in the Parable of the Wise Virgins, revealing that waiting without preparedness leads to tragic loss. All ten virgins were invited, all carried lamps, and all expected the bridegroom. Yet only five were ready when the moment arrived.

   The lamps symbolize outward religion—profession of faith, church activity, and spiritual appearance. However, the distinguishing factor was oil. The wise virgins carried extra oil, representing spiritual preparedness, intimacy with God, and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit. Awareness that is not maintained will eventually fade, especially in seasons of delay.

     Spiritual awareness requires preparation. The wise virgins anticipated delay and planned ahead (Matthew 25:4). They understood that spiritual life cannot survive on yesterday’s encounters.    Consistent prayer, meditation on the Word, and obedience keep the lamp burning (Psalm 119:105).

Spiritual awareness cannot be borrowed. When the bridegroom came, the foolish virgins sought oil from others but were denied (Matthew 25:8–9). No one can lend you intimacy with God. Personal devotion cannot be outsourced.

   Lack of awareness leads to exclusion. The door was shut on the unprepared (Matthew 25:10–12). Opportunity does not wait forever. Last-minute spirituality is dangerous and unreliable.

    Jesus repeatedly calls believers to watchfulness and readiness (Matthew 24:42). From Noah, who prepared before the flood, to the wise virgins who stayed ready for the bridegroom, Scripture teaches that spiritual awareness separates those who escape judgment from those who suffer loss.

    In these critical times, maintaining spiritual awareness through readiness and watchfulness is not optional—it is essential. May our lamps never go out, and may we be found ready when He comes.

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 for discernment.

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SPIRITUAL AWARENESS AS SENSITIVITY TO GOD’S WARNING AND INSTRUCTION

 Your tears of sorrow shall be turned into tears of joy because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

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SPIRITUAL AWARENESS AS SENSITIVITY TO GOD’S WARNING AND INSTRUCTION

Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

    Spiritual awareness is the capacity to stay spiritually alert—to perceive God’s voice, warnings, and instructions even when others are spiritually blind. Jesus emphasized this necessity in Matthew 24:42: “Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.” To “watch” is not merely to observe events, but to live with discernment, sensitivity, and readiness before God.

    In every generation, God speaks. Yet only the spiritually aware respond correctly. Many live on low spiritual ground, distracted by sin, pleasure, and self-interest, while a few rise to spiritual high ground—where divine signals are clearly perceived. Noah stands as a powerful example of such awareness. Genesis 6:5–9 describes a world overwhelmed by corruption and moral decay, a generation that had lost all sensitivity to God. In contrast, “Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord.”

    Noah discerned the times spiritually. Hebrews 11:7 declares that he was warned by God about things not yet seen and moved with godly fear. Spiritual awareness begins with hearing God. Noah heard God’s warning about impending judgment while others were absorbed in wickedness and pleasure (Genesis 6:13).

    Awareness always produces obedience. Noah built the ark exactly as God commanded, without alteration or delay, despite ridicule and opposition (Genesis 6:22). True spiritual sensitivity is proven not by revelation alone, but by obedient action.

     Awareness ultimately brings deliverance. While the flood destroyed the spiritually unaware, Noah’s obedience preserved him and his household (Genesis 7:1). Today, God still warns His people through His Word and the Holy Spirit. Scripture exhorts us, “Do not harden your hearts” (Hebrews 3:8, 13).

    Spiritual awareness requires righteousness, faith, and obedience. Ignoring divine warnings leads inevitably to spiritual loss, but sensitivity to God secures life, direction, and divine preservation.

 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 evil .

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FAITHFUL IN THE LITTLE

 The yoke of poverty is broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

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FAITHFUL IN THE LITTLE

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Faithfulness in small matters is a defining principle in God’s Kingdom.    Scripture consistently reveals that God entrusts greater responsibilities only to those who have proven faithful with what they already possess. Jesus stated plainly in Luke 16:10–12, “He who is faithful in a very little thing is faithful also in much… If you have not been faithful in the use of worldly wealth, who will entrust the true riches to you?” This establishes a spiritual law: increase follows integrity.

    The Macedonian church stands as a powerful biblical example of being faithful in the little. In 2 Corinthians 8:1–5, Paul testifies that despite their “deep poverty,” they overflowed in generosity. Their giving was not driven by abundance but by unwavering faith in God and deep commitment to the servants of God for the advancement of the gospel. They first gave themselves to the Lord, and then to His work. Their material lack did not diminish their spiritual devotion.

    This teaches an important lesson: faithfulness is not measured by quantity but by obedience and sacrifice.    Those who seek increase without corresponding faithfulness risk corruption. Proverbs 20:21 warns, “An inheritance gained hastily in the beginning will not be blessed in the end.” Likewise, Matthew 25:21 affirms that those faithful over a few things are made rulers over many.

    God watches how believers handle time, resources, assignments, and relationships. Colossians 3:23 exhorts Christians to work heartily as unto the Lord, not men. When believers honor God in the little, He entrusts them with much. Faithfulness today is preparation for tomorrow’s increase.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and faithfulness in that which is committed to us .

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 be faithful.

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PRACTICING A SPIRIT-LED LIFE DAILY

 You shall not be stagnant and confused because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good-Life Devotional: PRACTICING A SPIRIT-LED LIFE DAILY

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Understanding the Holy Spirit is foundational, but practicing His leading is transformational. A Spirit-led life is not occasional—it is continuous. Christianity was never designed to be lived by human strength or natural wisdom, but by daily dependence on the Spirit of God.

In Acts 13:2, while believers were “ministering to the Lord and fasting,” the Holy Spirit spoke clearly, saying, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”   Direction came in an atmosphere of worship, prayer, and surrender. This teaches us that sensitivity to the Spirit is cultivated, not accidental. When the heart is quiet before God, His voice becomes clearer.

Paul reinforces this truth in Galatians 5:25: “If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit.” 

   Living by the Spirit refers to our spiritual life in Christ; walking by the Spirit refers to our daily choices. Before the Spirit displays power, He produces fruit—love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control (Galatians 5:22–23). Character always precedes manifestation.

   Trust is essential in Spirit-led living. Proverbs 3:5–6 (AMP) exhorts us: “Trust in and rely confidently on the LORD with all your heart and do not rely on your own insight or understanding.” The Spirit’s guidance may sometimes challenge human logic, but it never contradicts God’s Word. Delayed obedience dulls spiritual sensitivity, while prompt obedience sharpens discernment.Avoid going late to church meetings .

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS:

Cultivate daily prayer and meditation in Scripture

Obey the Spirit’s promptings quickly

    Avoid grieving the Spirit through persistent sin

Seek spiritual accountability and godly counsel

A Spirit-led believer walks in victory, fulfills divine purpose, and glorifies God. Being led by the Holy Spirit is not optional—it is the normal Christian life.

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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THE IMPORTANCE OF VOWS IN SERVING GOD

 The hindrance  to your financial increase is broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: THE IMPORTANCE OF VOWS IN SERVING GOD

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

    A vow is a solemn, voluntary commitment made before God, expressing deep devotion and consecration. In Scripture, vows often marked turning points in a believer’s walk with God and became powerful instruments for service, obedience, and sacrifice. When rightly understood, vows help focus the heart, strengthen discipline, and deepen the fear of the Lord (Psalm 76:11).

      In the Old Testament, many servants of God made vows that shaped their destinies.   Jacob vowed at Bethel that the Lord would be his God and promised faithfulness in response to God’s protection by giving the tenth part of his resources (Genesis 28:20–22). Hannah vowed to dedicate her long-awaited son to the Lord, and through that vow, Samuel became one of Israel’s greatest prophets (1 Samuel 1:11, 27–28). King David also fulfilled vows made in times of distress, offering sacrifices of thanksgiving to God (Psalm 66:13–14). These vows were not mere words; they became acts of worship that advanced God’s purposes.

    In the New Testament, the principle of vows continues, though under grace and guided by wisdom. 

    The Apostle Paul took a vow in Acts 18:18, demonstrating deep personal consecration to God. His sense of divine obligation drove him relentlessly in ministry. Paul declared, “Necessity is laid upon me… woe is me if I do not preach the gospel” (1 Corinthians 9:16, AMP).    This inner constraint—rooted in commitment to God—distinguished Paul and propelled him to labor more abundantly than the other apostles (1 Corinthians 15:10).

   However, Scripture also warns against rash and harsh vows. Jephthah’s impulsive vow led to tragic consequences (Judges 11:30–35). Ecclesiastes 5:4–6 cautions believers not to vow hastily or fail to fulfill what they promise. Jesus further emphasized integrity over impulsive oaths, teaching that our “yes” should be truthful and measured (Matthew 5:33–37).

    In conclusion, vows made with understanding, humility, and faith can deepen service to God and release great spiritual fruit. Yet, they must be guided by wisdom, grace, and reverence for God, remembering that obedience and sincerity matter more than dramatic promises.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and zeal to serve in 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 poverty.

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