THE HOLES-IN-THE-POCKET SYNDROME. ( Part 2)

 You shall not suffer lack because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: 

THE HOLES-IN-THE-POCKET SYNDROME. ( Part 2) 

- Obedience Opens the Way for Restoration- 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Texts: Isaiah 1:19; Joel 2:25–26

“If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good things of the land.” — Isaiah 1:19

  God did not expose Israel’s failure in Haggai 1 merely to condemn them. He wanted to bring them back into obedience and restoration. After hearing God’s word through Haggai, Zerubbabel, Joshua, and the remnant obeyed the voice of the LORD (Haggai 1:12). Their obedience became the turning point.

   This reveals an important apologetic principle: biblical prosperity is not merely about accumulating money; it begins with right relationship with God, obedience, diligence, wisdom, and faithful stewardship.

Proverbs 3:9–10 says, “Honor the LORD with your possessions and with the firstfruits of all your increase.” Jesus also warned against making material wealth the master of our lives (Matthew 6:24).

    God promises restoration: “I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten” (Joel 2:25). The promise continues: “You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the LORD your God” (Joel 2:26).

    Restoration, however, should not be reduced to a promise of instant riches. God restores His people according to His wisdom and covenant purposes. Sometimes restoration involves provision; sometimes it involves opportunity, discipline, wisdom, healing of wasteful habits, renewed relationships, or the recovery of purpose.

  Galatians 6:7–9 reminds us that we reap what we sow. Proverbs 21:5 teaches that diligent planning leads toward abundance, while haste leads to poverty.

   Therefore, return to God, obey His Word, work diligently, manage resources wisely, and trust His faithfulness.

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 get wealth . Father, restore what has been lost and teach me faithful stewardship. Let obedience, wisdom, diligence, and integrity govern my finances. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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YOUR WORDS HAVE BEEN STOUT AGAINST GOD, WHEN YOU SAY SINNERS PROSPER (Part 2):

 

You shall not be overwhelmed by your circumstances because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional: YOUR WORDS HAVE BEEN STOUT AGAINST GOD, WHEN YOU SAY SINNERS PROSPER
(Part 2):

-God Keeps A Book Of Remembrance-
By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Malachi 3:16–18
“Then they that feared the LORD spake often one to another: and the LORD hearkened, and heard it.” — Malachi 3:16
   Malachi gives us God's answer to those who questioned whether serving Him was worthwhile. The Lord did not ignore their words. He heard them. But He also revealed something they could not see: God distinguishes between those who serve Him and those who reject Him.
Verse 18 declares, “Then shall ye return, and discern between the righteous and the wicked, between him that serveth God and him that serveth him not.”
   This is a powerful apologetic response to the claim that sinners prosper, therefore God does not exist or does not care about righteousness. The argument assumes that prosperity must be God's final verdict. Scripture says otherwise.
   God's judgment is not limited to what happens in this present life. Hebrews 9:27 says that after death comes judgment. 2 Corinthians 5:10 teaches that everyone will appear before Christ's judgment seat.
   Malachi says that God has a “book of remembrance” for those who fear Him and esteem His name. Their faithfulness is not forgotten, even when their obedience seems unrewarded.
   The wicked may prosper temporarily, but temporary prosperity cannot cancel eternal accountability. Conversely, the righteous may experience hardship without being abandoned by God.
Therefore, do not say, “It is vain to serve God” because sinners appear successful. God sees what human eyes cannot see, remembers what people forget, and will ultimately reveal the difference between righteousness and wickedness.
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 to remain faithful even when circumstances seem unfair. Let me trust Your wisdom, Your justice, and Your eternal judgment. May my words honour You rather than accuse You. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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YOUR WORDS HAVE BEEN STOUT AGAINST GOD, WHEN YOU SAY SINNERS PROSPER (Part 1):

 

You shall be celebrated by those who once mocked you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.
Good -Life Devotional:
YOUR WORDS HAVE BEEN STOUT AGAINST GOD, WHEN YOU SAY SINNERS PROSPER  (Part 1):

-The Problem of Apparent Injustice-
By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Text: Malachi 3:13–15
“Your words have been stout against me, saith the LORD.” — Malachi 3:13
Malachi confronted people who accused God of being unjust because they observed wicked people appearing to prosper while those who served God seemed to suffer. Their complaint was essentially: What is the advantage of serving God if the wicked seem to have better lives?
   This is an important apologetic question. Atheists sometimes make a similar argument: If God is good and just, why do evil people prosper while good people suffer? But the existence of apparent injustice is not evidence against God's existence. It is evidence that we live in a world where justice is not always immediately manifested.
    The mistake is judging God's justice by a temporary snapshot of human circumstances. Wealth, influence, comfort, and success are not proof of God's approval. Likewise, suffering is not proof of God's rejection.
Psalm 73 describes Asaph's struggle when he saw the prosperity of the wicked. Yet his perspective changed when he entered the sanctuary of God and understood their ultimate end (Psalm 73:16–17).
   God's patience with sinners is not divine approval. Romans 2:4 teaches that God's goodness is intended to lead people to repentance. The apparent prosperity of the wicked may actually be an opportunity for repentance before judgment comes.
Therefore, never measure God's faithfulness by the temporary fortunes of sinners. God's justice is certain, even when its timing is not immediately visible.
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 and poverty.
Lord, deliver me from judging Your righteousness by temporary circumstances. Give me wisdom to trust Your justice and remain faithful when evil appears to prosper. Amen.
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GOD'S KINGDOM SPREADS THROUGH THE PROSPERITY OF HIS PEOPLE (Part 2)

 Strategic partnerships for extraordinary growth shall locate you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you. 

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GOD'S KINGDOM SPREADS THROUGH THE PROSPERITY OF HIS PEOPLE  (Part 2) 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

"Believe in the LORD your God... believe His prophets, so shall ye prosper." — 2 Chronicles 20:20 (KJV)

Bible Reading

Isaiah 45:1-3; 2 Chronicles 20:1-25; Matthew 17:21; Ezra 8:21-23; Joshua 1:8.

   Kingdom prosperity is spiritual warfare. Isaiah 45 reveals that before hidden treasures are released, God first breaks gates of brass, cuts bars of iron, and removes obstacles. Prosperity often follows spiritual victory.

   Jehoshaphat understood this principle. When Judah faced overwhelming enemies, he did not depend solely on military strength. He proclaimed a national fast, sought the Lord in prayer, and received prophetic direction. Their victory came because they trusted both God's Word and His prophetic instruction.

   Prayer invites heaven's intervention. Fasting weakens the influence of the flesh and strengthens spiritual sensitivity. The prophetic anointing releases divine direction and confidence. These three remain powerful kingdom weapons today.

The enemy fights prosperity because every financial breakthrough in the hands of righteous believers becomes a weapon for evangelism, discipleship, church planting, missions, Christian education, and compassionate ministry.

  Isaac prospered during famine because God blessed him (Genesis 26:12-14). Joseph prospered after seasons of suffering because God was with him (Genesis 39:2-3). Daniel prospered under hostile governments because he remained faithful to God (Daniel 6:28).

Your prosperity is not accidental; it is part of God's kingdom strategy.

DAILY CONFESSION

+The Lord goes before me to break every gate of limitation. Hidden treasures are released into my life. +Through prayer, fasting, and obedience to God's Word, I walk in supernatural prosperity for His glory.

REFLECTION

+Have I made prayer and fasting part of my pursuit of God's purpose?

+Do I seek God's direction before major financial decisions?

+Am I preparing to use increase for kingdom expansion?

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 get wealth

Father, go before me and destroy every gate resisting my increase. As I seek You through prayer and fasting, release divine wisdom, favour, and supernatural opportunities. Let every hidden treasure assigned to my destiny be revealed. Prosper me for the sake of Your kingdom, in Jesus' name. Amen.

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GOD'S KINGDOM SPREADS THROUGH THE PROSPERITY OF HIS PEOPLE (Part 1)

 The anointing of God's favour is opening up new opportunities for your  financial breakthroughs 

Good Life Daily Devotional : 

GOD'S KINGDOM SPREADS THROUGH THE PROSPERITY OF HIS PEOPLE (Part 1)

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

"Again proclaim, saying, Thus saith the LORD of hosts; My cities through prosperity shall yet be spread abroad..." — Zechariah 1:17 (KJV)

Bible Reading

Zechariah 1:17-21; 1 Corinthians 16:9; 1 Thessalonians 2:18; Deuteronomy 8:18; 2 Corinthians 9:8-11.

   Many Christians view prosperity as merely the acquisition of wealth. Scripture presents a higher purpose. God declared through Zechariah that His cities would spread through prosperity. This reveals that kingdom prosperity is designed to advance God's redemptive agenda. When God's people prosper, churches are built, missionaries are sent, Bibles are printed, the poor are cared for, and the Gospel reaches new territories.

    The four horns in Zechariah 1:18-19 symbolize satanic powers and earthly systems that scatter God's people through war, oppression, bad governance , poverty, economic collapse, persecution, and fear. Satan understands that if believers remain financially crippled, many kingdom assignments will remain unfinished.

   This explains why Paul said, "A great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries" (1 Corinthians 16:9). Every genuine opportunity for kingdom expansion attracts spiritual opposition. Paul also confessed that "Satan hindered us" (1 Thessalonians 2:18). Satan not only attacks people but also attacks opportunities, resources, and strategic partnerships.

   The encouraging truth is that God also prepared four craftsmen (Zechariah 1:20-21) to cast down every horn. God always has greater power than the forces opposing His Church. No satanic agenda can permanently frustrate God's covenant.

   God still gives His people power to get wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18), not merely for personal luxury but to establish His covenant throughout the earth.

DAILY CONFESSION

  I receive divine power to prosper. Every horn assigned to scatter my family, business, ministry, and destiny is broken in Jesus' name. I am a kingdom financier, and through my prosperity the Gospel shall spread to many nations.

REFLECTION

+Am I viewing prosperity as God's kingdom resource rather than personal gain?

+What ministry can I support more effectively as God prospers me?

+Which "horn" must I confront through faith and prayer?

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, thank You for ordaining that Your kingdom should spread through the prosperity of Your people. Every power assigned to scatter my finances, business, family, ministry, and health, be destroyed in Jesus' name. Raise divine craftsmen to overthrow every satanic opposition against my destiny. Empower me to prosper for the advancement of Your kingdom. Amen.

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COVENANT PRAYER FOR PROSPERITY

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

Good -Life Devotional: COVENANT PRAYER FOR PROSPERITY 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   " Save now, I beseech thee, O LORD: O LORD, I beseech thee, send now prosperity.  " Psalms 118:25

   We are enjoined in phillipians 4:6 to pray about everything, this includes our prosperity like king David did during his trying times and doors were opened for him . Below is a model of such a prayer .

COVENANT PRAYER POINTS FOR PROSPERITY 

Father, thank You for bringing me through every fire and flood into Your wealthy place of abundance (Psalm 66:12).

  Lord, bless the work of my hands, my business, career and every godly idea with supernatural increase (Deuteronomy 28:12).

   Grant me the grace to remember and faithfully fulfil every vow and covenant commitment I have made before You.

  Make me abound in the grace of giving like the Macedonian and Philippian churches (2 Corinthians 8:7).

   Let Your favour cause men and women to bless, support and partner with me for Your glory, as You did for David and Solomon.

  Multiply every seed I sow into Your Kingdom and let the Gospel prosper through my life (2 Corinthians 9:10-11).

  Keep my heart free from greed, and make me a cheerful and faithful steward of Your blessings.

   Let my life become a testimony that the Lord prospers His servants for the advancement of His Kingdom.

DAILY CONFESSIONS

  The Lord is bringing me into His wealthy place of abundance and refreshment.

   God blesses the work of my hands and establishes my business and career.

   I remember my vows and honour the Lord with joyful obedience.

   I abound in the grace of giving and Kingdom partnership.

   God supplies seed for me to sow and multiplies every seed I sow.

   I walk in divine favour, and men are moved by God to bless and assist me.

   My life advances the Gospel, and I shall never lack the resources to fulfil God's purpose.

   The blessing of the Lord rests upon me, and through me many shall be blessed, in Jesus' name. Amen.

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 divine abundance and protection.

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GOD GIVES SEED TO THE SOWER

 Unexpected financial breakthroughs shall locate you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: GOD GIVES SEED TO THE SOWER

 By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   "Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness." — 2 Corinthians 9:10 (KJV)

     God's pattern has never changed: He prospers His people so they may become channels of blessing. Prosperity is not merely for personal enjoyment but for advancing the Kingdom of God ( Zechariah 1;17)    After bringing Israel through fire and water, God led them into a wealthy place (Psalm 66:12). Their first response was not self-indulgence but worship, thanksgiving and the fulfilment of vows (Psalm 66:13-17).

    Throughout Scripture, God entrusted resources to those committed to His purposes. Abraham became a blessing to the nations (Genesis 12:2-3). Solomon received extraordinary wealth, and rulers from every nation honoured him with gifts annually (1 Kings 10:22-25). David, while in distress, received support from loyal men whom God stirred to strengthen him until he became king (1 Chronicles 12:22). Likewise, the Philippian church repeatedly supported Paul's missionary work, and God promised to supply all their needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:15-19).

    Paul taught that "God is able to make all grace abound toward you" (2 Corinthians 9:8). He supplies seed to those willing to sow, multiplying their generosity and increasing the fruits of righteousness. Spiritual indebtedness is therefore not a burden but a privilege. It reflects gratitude, faith and partnership with God's redemptive work. 

    Neglecting covenant commitments weakens spiritual growth, but faithful giving positions believers for greater stewardship (Luke 16:10-12).

If God has rescued you, prospered your business, opened doors of employment or granted increase, remember your vows. Honour Him with your substance (Proverbs 3:9-10). The Lord delights in blessing those who use His provision to expand His Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel to every nation.

    In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's Word and a heart that  delights in Kingdom oriented giving . 

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 break the yoke of poverty in my family and community. 

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