WHY BEING A POLITICAL THUG IS A FOOLISH IDEA (Part 1:)

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Good -Life Devotional: 

WHY BEING A POLITICAL THUG IS A FOOLISH IDEA (Part 1:) 

-The Path of Violence Leads to Destruction-

By  Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Scripture warns strongly against joining violent groups for money or political gain. The Bible says, “My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not” ( Proverbs 1:10). Political thuggery begins with enticement—small money, promises of protection, and false loyalty—but the end is destruction.

They are quick to harm others: “They make haste to shed innocent blood” (Proverbs 1:16). God condemns violence because it destroys both victims and perpetrators. Verse 18 explains that they “lay wait for their own blood.” In other words, political thugs dig their own graves.

   Another reason it is foolish is greed. Many are recruited with money, yet Proverbs 1:19 says greed “taketh away the life of the owners thereof.” What looks like quick gain becomes long-term loss.

    Political thuggery also makes you an instrument of evil. Jesus warned, “The thief cometh… to steal, and to kill, and to destroy” (John 10:10). Corrupt leaders use thugs to intimidate voters, destroy property, and silence truth.

   God also hates violence. “The LORD… hateth… him that loveth violence” (Psalms 11:5). Choosing violence places a person against God’s will.

   Furthermore, sin brings consequences. “The wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23). Political thuggery can lead to injury, imprisonment, retaliation, or lifelong regret.

   God instead calls believers to peace. “Blessed are the peacemakers” (Matthew 5:9). True honor comes not from intimidation but from righteousness.

   Political thuggery is foolish because it destroys reputation, invites judgment, corrupts the heart, and ruins destiny. Wisdom says walk away and choose peace.

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 resist temptation. Dear lord, deliver our nation from selfish and greedy leaders and grant us truthful and capable leaders that hate corruption. Amen 

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STOPPING POLITICAL THUGS DURING ELECTIONS

 The more the opposition against you, the higher shall be your elevation because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good-Life Devotional: STOPPING POLITICAL THUGS DURING ELECTIONS

Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Elections should reflect the will of the people, not the violence of hired thugs. Scripture calls believers to resist evil and promote justice. “My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not” (Proverbs 1:10).       Political thugs are often recruited to intimidate voters, disrupt polling units, and shed innocent blood. Proverbs 1:15-16 warns, “Walk not thou in the way with them… for their feet run to evil.” Refusing recruitment is the first step to stopping them.

   Christians must also expose and resist wrongdoing. Ephesians 5:11 says, “Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.” This means reporting plans for violence, encouraging peaceful participation, and refusing to support politicians who promote thuggery. When the righteous take a stand, evil loses ground. Proverbs 29:2 declares, “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.” Rejecting violent candidates helps prevent thuggery.

    Prayer is another powerful weapon. Paul urged that “supplications, prayers… be made for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life” (1 Timothy 2:1-2). Pray for peaceful elections, wise security agents, and courage for voters. Peaceful conduct also matters. Romans 12:18 teaches, “If it be possible… live peaceably with all men.” Believers should promote calm, discourage retaliation, and encourage lawful processes.

   Finally, speak for justice. Proverbs 31:8-9 commands, “Open thy mouth for the dumb… plead the cause of the poor and needy.” By refusing violence, exposing evil, praying, and standing for justice, believers can help stop political thugs and ensure elections reflect righteousness and peace.

In our daily prayers we should pray for godly leadership and failure of the works of evil men 

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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POLITICAL THUGS ARE AGENTS OF SATAN : GOD SAYS AVO

 You shall be far from disaster because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: POLITICAL THUGS ARE AGENTS OF SATAN : GOD SAYS AVO

ID LEADERS WHO USE THEM.

Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

  Political thuggery thrives where greed rules and conscience is silenced. Scripture warns believers not to align with those who exploit violence for gain. In Proverbs 1:10–19, wisdom cautions, “My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not… my son, walk not thou in the way with them; refrain thy foot from their path” (v.10,15). Political thugs are often enticed with money and power to intimidate, steal ballots, and silence opposition. Their feet “run to evil, and make haste to shed blood” (v.16). Such actions mirror the mission of the enemy, for Jesus said in John 10:10 that the thief comes “to steal, and to kill, and to destroy.” Corrupt politicians who sponsor violence impoverish the people by looting the commonwealth and maintaining power through fear.

    God calls believers to separation from those who practice such wickedness. First Corinthians 5:11 instructs us not to keep company with anyone who claims righteousness yet lives in open sin. We must therefore avoid endorsing leaders who depend on violence and intimidation. Psalm 11:5 says the Lord hates “him that loveth violence,” and Isaiah 33:15 declares that the righteous refuse “gain of oppressions” and stop their ears from hearing of bloodshed. Revelation 21:8 solemnly warns that the violent, liars, and the unrepentant will face judgment.

    Instead, we should pray for righteous leadership. First Timothy 2:1–2 urges prayers for kings and all in authority, that we may live peaceful lives. When godly leaders arise, justice prevails (Proverbs 29:2).   Pray for divine intervention, exposure of violent networks, and transformation of hearts. God desires governance marked by righteousness, not intimidation, so that nations prosper in peace.

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 good governance.

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BRINGING FORTH FRUIT UNTO GOD

 The yoke of guilt and condemnation is hereby broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: BRINGING FORTH FRUIT UNTO GOD

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Romans 7:4 declares that believers are “made dead to the law by the body of Christ; that ye should be married to another… that we should bring forth fruit unto God.” Bringing forth fruit unto God means serving Him, sharing the gospel, and leading others into His kingdom. It does not mean we will never struggle with sin. The believer may wrestle, yet still remain useful to God.

      The devil often whispers that because of our struggles we are not qualified to preach Christ. But Scripture reminds us, “There is not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not” (Ecclesiastes 7:20).    Even the most devout believers face inward battles. These struggles are intensified by the law, for “sin, taking occasion by the commandment, wrought in me all manner of concupiscence” (Romans 7:8). The law exposes sin and reveals our need for a Savior (Galatians 3:24).    Living under law brings condemnation and death, “for when we were in the flesh… the motions of sins, which were by the law, did work in our members to bring forth fruit unto death” (Romans 7:5).

God is not ignorant of the believer’s struggle. Romans 7:13–24 shows Paul’s inner conflict, yet he concludes with hope: “I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 7:25). In Christ we have assurance despite weakness (Romans 8:1). We are not under law but under grace (Romans 6:14), and grace empowers fruitfulness. Jesus said, “He that abideth in me… the same bringeth forth much fruit” (John 15:5).

    Therefore, do not withdraw from serving God because of struggle. Walk in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16), proclaim Christ boldly, and bring forth fruit unto God.

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 serve God effectively.

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SHALL WE CONTINUE IN SIN BECAUSE WE ARE UNDER GRACE ?

 You shall not fall victim of the deceiver because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional:  SHALL WE CONTINUE IN SIN BECAUSE WE ARE UNDER GRACE  ? 

 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   “Shall we continue in sin because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid” (Romans 6:15).

Should politicians and fraudulent preachers continue to steal and kill  because we are under grace ?    Grace is often misunderstood. Some imagine it gives permission to live carelessly, but Scripture teaches the opposite. Grace is not a license to sin; it is the power to live righteously. Titus 2:11–12 declares that the grace of God “teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts” and to live “soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world.” Grace trains, corrects, and empowers the believer.

    The devil would have people believe that sin is profitable, pleasurable, and harmless. Yet Romans 6:21 asks, “What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed?” Sin produces temporary excitement but lasting shame. It destroys individuals, weakens families, corrupts nations, and fractures relationships. Proverbs 14:34 reminds us, “Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.” Every sinful victory leaves damage somewhere—someone suffers, trust is broken, and spiritual life is diminished.

Romans 6:23 gives the sober conclusion: “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Sin always pays wages—spiritual death, emotional decay, and sometimes physical consequences. James 1:15 echoes this truth: “Sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.” But righteousness brings life, peace, and stability (Isaiah 32:17).

   Therefore, grace calls us higher. We are not only forgiven; we are empowered to live differently. Through grace, we choose righteousness, knowing that holiness produces life, while sin produces shame and death. Walk in grace, and let righteousness prevail

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 walk in righteousness .

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YOU ARE NOT TRYING TO BE SPIRITUALLY FREE. YOU ARE FREE

 The yoke of fear and oppresion is broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional; Good -Life Devotional: YOU ARE NOT TRYING TO BE SPIRITUALLY FREE. YOU ARE FREE 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

    Romans 6:7–14 presents a powerful apologetic: the believer in Jesus Christ is not trying to become free from sin — he has already been set and made free. “For he that is dead is freed from sin” (Romans 6:7). Through union with Christ in His death and resurrection, sin loses its legal authority.    This is not emotional freedom but judicial freedom. The old man was crucified with Christ so that the body of sin might be rendered powerless (Romans 6:6).

    Jesus confirmed this truth in John 8:36: “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.” The freedom Christ gives is real, complete, and present. The believer is no longer a slave but now lives under grace, not law (Romans 6:14). Grace does not encourage sin; it breaks sin’s dominion. The tyranny of sin is replaced by the reign of righteousness.

This is why Paul says, “Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 6:11). The Christian life begins with knowing and counting this truth as reality.   Sin may still attempt influence, but it no longer has ownership. The believer now has the capacity to present his body as an instrument of righteousness (Romans 6:13).

   Other scriptures affirm this liberty. “Sin shall not have dominion over you” (Romans 6:14). “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty” (2 Corinthians 3:17). “Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity” (Titus 2:14). Therefore, the believer walks in freedom, not striving for victory but living from victory already accomplished in Christ.

   In our daily prayers we should seek for grace to walk in the newness of life in Christ .  

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 oppression .

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YOUR IDENTITY IS NO LONGER DEFINED BY THE FLESH BECAUSE OF DEATH AND JESUS' RESURRECTION.

 

The burden of guilt and condemnation is hereby broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional:
YOUR IDENTITY IS NO LONGER DEFINED BY THE FLESH  BECAUSE OF DEATH AND JESUS' RESURRECTION.

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
   Romans 6:3–6 reveals a powerful apologetic truth: the believer’s identity is no longer defined by the flesh but by union with Christ. Paul writes that we were “baptized into Jesus Christ… baptized into His death… that we also should walk in newness of life.” The old man was crucified with Him so that the body of sin might be rendered powerless. This means God no longer relates to the believer based on natural history, weakness, or past failures, but according to the finished work of Christ.
    This aligns with 2 Corinthians 5:16: “Therefore from now on we regard no one according to the flesh… even though we have known Christ according to the flesh, yet now we know Him thus no longer.” The resurrection changed everything. Christ is not evaluated by earthly standards, and those in Him must not be judged by outward appearance either. Jesus Himself declared in John 8:15, “You judge according to the flesh; I judge no one.” His judgment was redemptive, rooted in divine purpose rather than human limitation.
    Galatians 2:20 confirms this transformation: “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” Likewise, Colossians 3:3 says, “For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” The believer’s true identity is spiritual, not fleshly. Even Romans 8:1 declares, “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus.”
   Therefore, we must stop evaluating ourselves and others by past sins, background, or human weakness. The cross ended the old identity. In Christ, we walk in newness of life, known not after the flesh, but after the 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 guilt and condemnation.
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