FRAUDSTERS AND LIARS SHALL ENTER THE LAKE OF FIRE

 The swallower of your wealth shall vomit it out because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: FRAUDSTERS AND LIARS SHALL ENTER THE LAKE OF FIRE

 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Text: Revelation 21:8; Titus 2:11–12; Ephesians 4:28

   Modern society often celebrates people who become wealthy through deception, internet scams, false business practices, bribery, tax fraud, or manipulation. Some even claim that because salvation is by grace, such sins no longer matter. The Scriptures say otherwise.

   Revelation 21:8 declares that "the fearful, and unbelieving... murderers, whoremongers, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone." Every act of fraud depends on falsehood. Therefore, those who persist in deceit without repentance place themselves under God's judgment.

    Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 6:9–10 that thieves, extortioners, and swindlers shall not inherit the kingdom of God. This warning is not against those who have genuinely repented, but against those who practice such sins as a lifestyle.

    The grace of God is a teacher of holiness, not a covering for wickedness. Titus 2:11–12 says grace instructs believers to deny ungodliness. Likewise, Romans 6:1–2 asks, "Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid."

   God requires honesty in every area of life. Leviticus 19:11 commands, "You shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another." Proverbs 11:1 declares that dishonest scales are an abomination to the Lord, while Micah 6:11 condemns fraudulent weights and measures. Luke 19:8–9 shows true repentance through Zacchaeus, who restored what he had fraudulently taken.

    The gospel transforms thieves into faithful stewards. Those who truly know Christ forsake dishonest gain and pursue righteousness. Heaven is prepared for those washed, sanctified, and justified in Christ who continue to walk in obedience (1 Corinthians 6:11; Hebrews 12:14).

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 promote godliness. Father, cleanse my heart from every form of deceit. Help me to live honestly, reject false gain, and finish my race in holiness so that I may inherit Your eternal kingdom, through Jesus Christ. Amen.

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THIEVES SHALL NOT ENTER HEAVEN

 The anointing of God's favour upon you shall restore that which was stolen 

Good-Life Devotional: THIEVES SHALL NOT ENTER HEAVEN

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Text: Zechariah 5:3–4; 1 Corinthians 6:10; Titus 2:11–12

   The grace of God is never a license to live in sin. Yet many false teachers have twisted the message of grace into permission for dishonesty, fraud, bribery, embezzlement, cybercrime, and every form of stealing. Scripture strongly rejects this deception.

    In Zechariah 5:3–4, the prophet saw a flying scroll representing God's judgment. The Lord declared, "Everyone who steals shall be cut off." The Hebrew expression translated "cut off" is נָקָה (naqah), meaning to be cleared out, purged, emptied, or removed from among the people under divine judgment. In this context, it speaks of God's righteous removal of unrepentant sinners from His covenant blessings. The curse would enter the thief's house and consume it completely.

   The New Testament confirms this truth. 1 Corinthians 6:10 plainly declares that thieves, covetous persons, extortioners, and swindlers shall not inherit the kingdom of God. God makes no exceptions for those who continue in these sins without repentance.

   Grace does not excuse sin; it empowers believers to reject it. Titus 2:11–12 teaches that the grace bringing salvation "teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly." Any preacher who encourages believers to continue stealing while claiming eternal security is contradicting Christ Himself.

   Jesus commanded, "Let him that stole steal no more" (Ephesians 4:28). Instead, believers are to work honestly and generously. Proverbs 10:2 says, "Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death." Genuine salvation produces a transformed life marked by integrity, repentance, and obedience.

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, deliver me from every form of dishonesty. Let Your grace teach me to walk in righteousness and truth, in Jesus' name. Amen.

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VICTORY IS NOT DETERMINED BY HISTORY

 

The enemy shall be caught in his own trap that was set for you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: VICTORY IS NOT DETERMINED BY HISTORY

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: 2 Kings 18:11–12; 18:30, 36; 19:6, 34–37
   Past victories do not guarantee future success when God steps into a battle. The king of Assyria had an intimidating record of conquering nations. He had defeated Samaria because Israel rebelled against the Lord (2 Kings 18:11–12), and he proudly claimed that the Lord Himself had sent him against the land. His military history was real, but it was not greater than God's sovereignty.
    When the Assyrian commander mocked King Hezekiah and discouraged the people, even attempting to undermine their faith (2 Kings 18:30), Hezekiah's officials obeyed the king's instruction and answered him not a word (2 Kings 18:36). Silence was an act of faith, refusing to be drawn into the enemy's propaganda. Instead of arguing with the enemy, Hezekiah sought the Lord.
    God's answer came through Prophet Isaiah: "Be not afraid of the words that thou hast heard" (2 Kings 19:6). Fear is often born from intimidating words, but faith is born from the Word of God. The Lord declared that He would defend Jerusalem for His own name's sake (2 Kings 19:34). That very night, the Angel of the Lord struck down the Assyrian army, and Sennacherib returned home in defeat, where he later died (2 Kings 19:35–37).
    Never measure your future by the enemy's past victories. David defeated Goliath despite impossible odds (1 Samuel 17:45–47). Jehoshaphat won without fighting because the battle belonged to the Lord (2 Chronicles 20:15–17). Remember, "The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the Lord" (Proverbs 21:31). Your victory is determined by God's presence, not by history.
   In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's Word and faith to overcome fear.
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AN IDOL IS NOTHING IN THE WORLD, THERE IS ONE GOD (Part 2:)

 You shall overcome even the most difficult of challenges because of the anointing of God's favour upon you. 

Good -Life Devotional:  AN IDOL IS NOTHING IN THE WORLD, THERE IS ONE GOD   (Part 2:)

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Text: Isaiah 44:10-20; 1 Corinthians 8:4; 1 Samuel 5:1-7

    The victory over Dagon illustrates an enduring spiritual principle: the presence of the living God cannot coexist with the glory of false gods. When the Ark entered Dagon's temple, God Himself defended His honor. Dagon repeatedly fell before the Ark until his powerlessness became obvious (1 Samuel 5:3-4). This fulfilled the truth proclaimed throughout Scripture: "I am the LORD, and there is no other" (Isaiah 45:5).

     Today, every born-again believer is the living temple of God.We are the ark  of God on earth  ( 1John2:27, Col. 1:27)! .  Paul declares, "You are the temple of the living God" (2 Corinthians 6:16). Just as the Ark carried God's covenant presence into enemy territory, Christians carry God's presence into a world filled with spiritual darkness. Jesus promised, "He who believes in Me... out of his heart will flow rivers of living water" (John 7:38-39).

    This is why believers must reject every form of idolatry, whether physical images or modern idols such as wealth, power, pleasure, or human achievement (Colossians 3:5; 1 John 5:21). Since Christ dwells within us (Colossians 1:27), our lives should testify that the living God alone deserves worship.

  Christian apologetics therefore proclaims not merely that idols are false, but that the true God has revealed Himself in Jesus Christ, who is "the image of the invisible God" (Colossians 1:15). Unlike lifeless idols, Christ conquered death, rose again, and lives forever (Revelation 1:17-18). Therefore, our confidence rests not in objects made by human hands but in the one living God who dwells within His people through the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:11).

God alone deserves worship and glory.

The believer is now God's living temple.

Christ's presence overcomes every false power.

Worship the Creator, never the creation (Romans 1:25).

   In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and freedom from spiritual manipulations.

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 boldness to overcome the fear of idols .

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AN IDOL IS NOTHING IN THE WORLD, THERE IS ONE GOD (part 1)

 You are beyond the reach of evil spiritual manipulations because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good-Life Devotional: 

AN IDOL IS NOTHING IN THE WORLD, THERE IS ONE GOD (part 1)

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Text: Isaiah 44:10-20; 1 Corinthians 8:4

    Isaiah 44:10-20 presents one of Scripture's strongest apologetic arguments against idolatry. Isaiah exposes the absurdity of idol worship: a craftsman cuts down a tree, burns part of it for firewood, cooks his food with another part, and then fashions the remainder into a god before which he bows (Isaiah 44:14-17). The Bible is not denying that idols physically exist; rather, it declares they possess no divine nature, power, or life. They are the products of human hands (Psalm 115:4-8). Idol worship leads to a lack of the understanding of truth.

      Paul echoes this truth: "We know that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is no God but one" (1 Corinthians 8:4). Idols neither create, save, judge, nor answer prayer. They are powerless objects behind which demonic influences may sometimes operate (1 Corinthians 10:19-20), but the carved image itself is nothing.

    This truth was dramatically demonstrated when the Philistines placed the Ark of God before Dagon. The next morning, Dagon had fallen on his face before the Ark. After being set upright, he fell again, with his head and hands broken off (1 Samuel 5:1-5). The God of Israel publicly humiliated the false god without Israel lifting a sword.

    Believers today are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). God no longer dwells in an ark made of wood overlaid with gold but in His redeemed people (2 Corinthians 6:16; John 14:23). Wherever God's presence resides, every idol is exposed as powerless.

   There is only one true and living God (Deuteronomy 6:4).

Idols are powerless creations of men.

God's presence always triumphs over false religion.

    Christians are now God's dwelling place through the Holy Spirit. We become aware of His presence through meditation on his word , fasting and prayer in righteousness

    In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and freedom from spiritual manipulations.

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 and boldness to overcome the fear of idols .

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THE FUTURE BELONGS TO THE RIGHTEOUS

 

The enemy shall be terrified of you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good-life Devotional: THE FUTURE BELONGS TO THE RIGHTEOUS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Psalm 37:18–20, 37–38
     Psalm 37 lifts our eyes beyond the present into eternity. David declares that "the LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever" (Psalm 37:18). Earthly wealth cannot compare with the eternal inheritance reserved for those who belong to Christ.
    The wicked may enjoy temporary abundance, but their future is one of loss unless they repent. Psalm 37:20 says they "shall perish," while Psalm 37:38 declares that transgressors will ultimately be destroyed. God's justice may seem delayed, but it is never absent.
    By contrast, the righteous possess what money cannot buy: forgiveness, peace with God, the indwelling Holy Spirit, and the promise of eternal life. Matthew 6:19–21 urges believers to lay up treasures in heaven. Hebrews 13:5 commands us to be content, knowing that God will never leave nor forsake His people. Philippians 4:19 assures us that God will supply all our needs according to His riches in glory through Christ Jesus.
   Christian apologetics proclaims that true blessing is found in reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ, not in corrupt wealth or worldly status. Therefore, let believers reject the false gospel that glorifies riches while ignoring righteousness. A faithful life with God's favour is infinitely better than great riches without Him. In the end, the righteous inherit everlasting joy, while the glory of the wicked passes away forever.
   In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's Word and contentment and peace of mind .
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 greed and covetousness.
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DO NOT ENVY THE PROSPERITY OF THE WICKED

 You shall not be put to shame because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: DO NOT ENVY THE PROSPERITY OF THE WICKED

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Text: Psalm 37:1–2, 7

    Envy is a subtle temptation. When corrupt people prosper while the righteous struggle, it is easy to question God's justice. David answers this by saying, "Fret not thyself because of evildoers... neither be thou envious" (Psalm 37:1). Their success is temporary; God's justice is certain.

    Many powerful and wealthy people appear untouchable, yet Scripture reminds us that earthly prosperity without God is fleeting. Psalm 73:18–19 reveals that God sets the wicked in slippery places, and their downfall can come suddenly. Proverbs 23:17–18 urges believers not to envy sinners but to continue in the fear of the Lord.

    Even within the church, there is a danger of celebrating greed and corruption because they produce visible wealth. The Bible never teaches that riches alone are proof of God's favour. Jesus warned in Luke 12:15, "A man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth." The measure of God's blessing is a transformed heart, not merely a prosperous bank account.

     God calls His people to trust Him, wait patiently, and refuse to compromise their integrity. Though the righteous may experience hardship, the Lord sees every act of faithfulness and has prepared an eternal reward. The prosperity of the wicked fades like grass, but those who trust in the Lord will inherit His everlasting kingdom.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's Word and humility, self control and contentment.

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 envy .

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