HE GIVES MORE GRACE

 

The more the opposition against you, the more you shall keep excelling because of the anointing of God's favour upon you
Good -Life Devotional: HE GIVES MORE GRACE
By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
James 4:6 (AMP) — “But He gives us more and more grace [throughout each stage of our life]. That is why He says, ‘GOD IS OPPOSED TO THE PROUD AND HUMBLES THEM, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE .’”
    The statement “He gives more grace” must be understood within the context of James 4. James was addressing quarrels, worldly desires, pride, and spiritual compromise. The answer to these struggles is not a hierarchy of believers possessing different levels of divine anointing, but the abundant sufficiency of God’s grace.
   The Greek phrase is :meizona charin' . The word 'meizona' is the comparative form related to 'μέγας' (megas, Strong’s G3173), meaning great, large, or abundant. Thus, “more grace” emphasizes that God's grace is greater than the pressures, temptations, weaknesses, and conflicts confronting His people.
   It should therefore not be used to claim that one Christian has a superior class of grace or a higher spiritual status than another believer. Scripture teaches that every believer receives grace through Christ, while spiritual gifts and ministries differ according to God’s sovereign purpose (Romans 12:6; 1 Corinthians 12:4–7).
   The issue James emphasizes is humility. God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble. Grace is not a badge of spiritual superiority; it is God's sufficient help for those who depend upon Him.
REFLECTION: When we humble ourselves before God, His grace is greater than our weakness and stronger than the world's pressure.
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. Father, deliver me from pride. Help me depend completely upon Your abundant grace and use whatever gift You have given me for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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THE CARNALLY MINDED PERSON CANNOT PLEASE GOD +RECOGNISING AND OVERCOMING CARNALITY

 

You shall experience a sevenfold restoration of all that the enemy has stolen from you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: THE CARNALLY MINDED PERSON CANNOT PLEASE GOD
+RECOGNISING AND OVERCOMING CARNALITY

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By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Texts: Galatians 5:19–21; 2 Timothy 3:1–5; Romans 1:25–31
    The Bible gives us practical signs by which carnality can be recognised. 2 Timothy 3:1–5 describes people who become lovers of themselves, lovers of money, proud, unthankful, unholy, without self-control, lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God, and outwardly religious while denying the transforming power of godliness.
  Romans 1:25–31 adds another serious warning: rejecting God's truth can lead to distorted values, dishonourable passions, unrighteousness, greed, envy, murder, strife, deceit, maliciousness and disobedience. These passages show that carnality is not merely about particular sinful acts. It involves a fundamental orientation away from the Creator and towards self, creation and sinful desire.
   From an apologetic perspective, this challenges the idea that morality can simply be reduced to whatever human beings prefer. Christianity grounds moral truth in the character and authority of God. If God is the Creator, humanity is accountable to Him rather than being its own ultimate moral authority.
   Yet the gospel offers hope. Romans 8 does not merely condemn carnality; it points us toward the Spirit. Romans 8:6 says that spiritual-mindedness produces “life and peace.”
REFLECTION
Am I becoming more controlled by God's Spirit, or increasingly controlled by pleasure, pride, money, anger and self-interest? Is my Christianity transforming my character?
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 addictions
Lord Jesus, deliver me from the dominion of the flesh. Give me a renewed mind, a disciplined heart and a genuine love for God. Help me reject sinful desires and walk in the Holy Spirit. May my life demonstrate the transforming power of the gospel. Amen
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THE MINDSET THAT SEPARATES US FROM GOD

 

Extraordinary financial favours shall locate you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: THE MINDSET THAT SEPARATES US FROM GOD

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Romans 8:6–8
“For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace… So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.” — Romans 8:6, 8 KJV
   Paul is not merely describing a person's outward behaviour; he is exposing the direction of the mind and heart. The carnal mind is governed by the desires, values and reasoning of fallen human nature rather than submission to God.
   This also has an apologetic significance. Christianity does not claim that every human desire or moral preference is automatically a reliable guide to truth. Scripture explains why human beings can know something about God yet suppress that truth. Romans 1:25 says they “changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator.” The problem is therefore not simply lack of information; it can be a deliberate reorientation of the heart away from God.
   Paul gives practical evidence of this condition in Galatians 5:19–21: sexual immorality, impurity, hatred, jealousy, anger, selfish ambition, divisions, envy, drunkenness and similar works of the flesh.
   A carnal mind may still be religious, intelligent, successful or socially respected. What distinguishes it is that self becomes the authority instead of God.
REFLECTION:
What governs my decisions—God's Word or my desires? Do I merely profess Christ, or does His Spirit govern my 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 power to overcome immorality.
Father, search my heart and expose every area controlled by the flesh. Renew my mind through Your Word and help me walk by Your Spirit. Let my thoughts, desires and decisions honour You. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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LOVERS OF PLEASURE RATHER THAN LOVERS OF GOD

 

You shall succeed where others have failed because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: LOVERS OF PLEASURE RATHER THAN LOVERS OF GOD

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
“Lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God.” — 2 Timothy 3:4
   Paul describes a dangerous condition that would characterize the last days. The problem is not that pleasure exists, but that pleasure becomes more important than God. The Greek expression 'philēdonoi' means “lovers of pleasure,” while 'mallon' means “more” or “rather than.”    Paul warns against a heart that chooses self-gratification over devotion and obedience to God.
    Jesus warned, “For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also” (Matthew 6:21). The question is not, “Can I enjoy this?” but, “Does this enjoyment draw me closer to God or gradually take His place?”
    God is not against legitimate enjoyment. “God…giveth us richly all things to enjoy” (1 Timothy 6:17). Family, food, recreation, possessions, and celebrations can be received with thanksgiving. The issue is priority.
PRACTICAL SIGNS OF MISPLACED PLEASURE
+You consistently choose entertainment over prayer, Bible reading, or fellowship with God.
+You spend more time pursuing comfort than pursuing spiritual growth.
+You become irritated when something interferes with your enjoyment but remain unconcerned when your relationship with God is neglected.
+You spend freely on personal pleasures but struggle to give  your new testament tithes (1corinthians 16:1-2 Galatians 6:6) ) to God and help others.
+You compromise biblical convictions because you do not want to miss an experience or satisfy a desire.
+Your happiness depends more on possessions, entertainment, relationships, food, or social approval than on God.
+You have time for what you enjoy but continually claim you have no time for God.
+You seek God's blessings more passionately than you seek God Himself.
   Job's children enjoyed feasting together (Job 1:4–5) , but Job remained concerned about their relationship with God, and they unfortunately became easy prey to the devil . Pleasure becomes dangerous when God's gifts become greater to us than the Giver.
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. Lord, help me enjoy Your blessings without allowing them to replace You. May You remain my greatest treasure and highest love. Amen.
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DEAD IN SIN, ALIVE IN CHRIST

 

Your family shall be far from disaster because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: DEAD IN SIN, ALIVE IN CHRIST

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Ephesians 2:1–2
“Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world.” — Ephesians 2:1–2
   Paul's description of humanity as “dead” in sin is not a claim that unbelievers are physically lifeless. It describes spiritual separation from God and humanity's inability to restore that broken relationship through human effort alone.
   From an apologetics perspective, this challenges the idea that morality is merely a human invention. Human beings possess a moral awareness, yet repeatedly violate the standards they recognize. We can know what is right and still choose what is wrong. Scripture explains this contradiction through the reality of sin.
   Paul also speaks of “the course of this world” and “the prince of the power of the air.” Christianity therefore presents evil as more than individual wrongdoing. There are spiritual powers opposed to God's purposes. Yet Scripture does not teach that Satan is God's equal. Satan is a created being, while God alone is sovereign Creator.
   The Christian answer to humanity's spiritual condition is not education, philosophy, wealth, religion, or self-improvement alone. It is reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ. The gospel announces that those who were spiritually dead can be made alive by God's grace. Therefore, Christianity is not merely a system of moral advice. It is God's answer to humanity's deepest problem: separation from Him because of sin.
REFLECTION: If sin has separated humanity from God, Christ is not merely an example to admire; He is the Saviour whom sinners need.
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 patterns. Lord Jesus, open our understanding, expose the reality of sin, and lead us from spiritual death into the new life found in You. Amen.
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THE WAY OF TRANSGRESSORS IS HARD

 

Your family shall not fall apart but wax stronger in love and overwhelming peace because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: THE WAY OF TRANSGRESSORS IS HARD

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
“Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard.” — Proverbs 13:15 KJV
   A transgressor is one who crosses a forbidden boundary, deliberately departing from God’s righteous ways. Scripture says such a path is hard because rebellion against God eventually produces painful consequences—guilt, broken relationships, confusion, loss of peace, and spiritual emptiness.
   A person may possess material riches and still live a miserable life. Psalm 73 shows that the wicked may prosper outwardly, yet prosperity does not automatically produce peace or fellowship with God. Ecclesiastes 2:26 teaches that God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy to the person who pleases Him, while the sinner’s accumulated wealth may eventually be transferred to one who pleases God.
   Jesus described a spiritually compromised condition in Revelation 3:16–17 as lukewarm, miserable, poor, blind, and naked. Sin can make a person wealthy in possessions but impoverished in the soul.
    In contrast, obedience to Christ brings true blessedness. “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them” (Psalm 119:165). Jesus said, “If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love… These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full” (John 15:10–11).
   Luke 11:28 says, “Blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it.” The Greek word 'makarios' describes a person who is blessed, fortunate, and genuinely happy in God.
REFLECTION: What areas of the scriptures are you knowingly transgressing, ask the lord to help you obey his word like King prayed in Psalms 119:35 'Make me to go in the path of thy commandments; for therein do I delight.
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.
Lord Jesus, deliver me from every path of rebellion. Give me grace to obey Your Word, walk in wisdom, and enjoy the peace and joy that come from pleasing You. Amen.
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HE WHO HARDENS HIS NECK OFTEN

The curse of failures at the edge of breakthroughs is broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: HE WHO HARDENS HIS NECK OFTEN
Bible Tests : Proverbs 29:1; Proverbs 13:18
   “He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.” — Proverbs 29:1 KJV
   A person who continually rejects correction is travelling a dangerous road. To “harden the neck” means to become stubborn, resistant, and unwilling to listen, even after repeated warnings. God’s correction is not designed to destroy us but to turn us away from destructive paths.
    Proverbs 13:18 declares, “Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.” Refusing instruction can eventually produce consequences that could have been avoided through humility.
   Scripture repeatedly calls us to listen. Proverbs 12:1 says, “Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.” Hebrews 12:11 reminds us that correction may be painful at the moment, but it can produce “the peaceable fruit of righteousness” in those who are trained by it.
   Even King David understood the value of correction: “Let the righteous smite me; it shall be a kindness” (Psalm 141:5). A wise person does not automatically reject correction simply because it is uncomfortable.
   God may correct us through His Word, the Holy Spirit, godly counsel, circumstances, or people He places around us. The question is not whether we will ever be corrected, but whether we will humble ourselves and respond.
REFLECT: Am I repeatedly resisting correction in any area of my 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 power to affect positive changes in my life .
Lord, give me a humble and teachable heart. Deliver me from stubbornness and pride. Help me to receive correction, obey Your Word, and walk in righteousness. In Jesus Christ’s name, Amen.
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