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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THE POWER OF A VOW BEFORE GOD

 The yoke of repeated failure at the edge of breakthrough is broken because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: Good -Life Devotional: THE POWER OF A VOW BEFORE GOD

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

    A vow before God is a sacred commitment that carries spiritual weight and eternal consequence. In Acts 18:18, Apostle Paul took a vow, demonstrating his deep consecration to God. This dedication became a driving force behind his ministry, as he declared, “Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel” (1 Corinthians 9:16, AMP). A godly vow aligns the heart with divine purpose and fuels obedience even in seasons of hardship.

    Scripture shows that God cherishes those who honor their vows. Psalm 76:11 admonishes believers to make vows and fulfill them unto the Lord, revealing that vows cultivate the fear of God and reverence for His holiness. King David stood out among Israel’s leaders because of his devotion expressed through vows. He proclaimed, “I will come into Your house with burnt offerings; I will pay You my vows” (Psalm 66:13, AMP). Likewise, Psalm 50:14–15 teaches that fulfilling vows strengthens faith and invites divine intervention, opening the door for miraculous deliverance.

    However, Scripture also warns against careless commitments. Ecclesiastes 5:4–5 instructs believers not to be rash with vows but to count the cost, for God delights in faithfulness rather than empty promises. Jesus echoed this principle by emphasizing integrity and sincerity of heart (Matthew 5:37).

   Personal testimony further affirms this truth. I made a vow in 1991 to teach God’s Word daily, and this commitment has greatly strengthened and sustained my teaching ministry. When vows are made prayerfully and kept faithfully, they become powerful instruments through which God shapes character, advances His kingdom, and releases supernatural grace.

 In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and faithfulness to our calling .

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 preach the gospel.

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CREATING TIME FOR GOD: THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL POWER AND MATURITY

 Extraordinary financial help shall locate you because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: CREATING TIME FOR GOD: THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL POWER AND MATURITY

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

    In a fast-paced world, creating intentional time for    God is no longer optional for the believer—it is essential. Scripture reveals that spiritual power and revelation flow from disciplined communion with God. In Acts 13:2, the early disciples ministered to the Lord with fasting and prayer, and it was in that atmosphere of devotion that the Holy Spirit spoke and commissioned Barnabas and Saul. Likewise, Moses spent forty days on Mount Sinai in God’s presence before receiving the tablets of the Law (Exodus 24:18). Divine encounters require separation, stillness, and reverence.

    When believers set apart daily and weekly time for God, they receive revelation, strength, and direction. This is why Paul prayed for the Colossian church to be “filled with the knowledge of His will… strengthened with all power… for all patience and long-suffering with joy” (Colossians 1:9–12, AMP). Such spiritual endurance is cultivated through consistent fellowship with God. Church gatherings should reflect this hunger—approaching worship not as entertainment, but as sacred encounters.

   Jesus Himself modeled this lifestyle. He often withdrew to pray (Luke 5:16) and spent extended periods teaching the crowds, during which “the power of the Lord was present to heal” (Luke 5:17). Before the birth of the Church, believers were commanded to wait in Jerusalem until they received the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:4–5), and through patient obedience they were filled on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:1–4).

    Sadly, many modern seeker-focused approaches emphasize congregation numbers over discipleship, reducing time spent in the Word and prayer. The result is spiritual weakness. True New Testament Christianity is rooted in fellowship with the Holy Spirit (2 Corinthians 13:14). He reveals Christ, produces fruit, and empowers believers—but He requires time, patience, and devotion. When we create time for God, we grow into mature, Spirit-filled disciples who impact the world.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and long-suffering and patience to receive from him .

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 work miracles .

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DEVOTIONAL: TRUSTING THE POTTER’S HANDS

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

Good -Life Devotional: DEVOTIONAL: TRUSTING THE POTTER’S HANDS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Romans 9:20–23 (AMP)

   Life often presents moments that feel confusing, painful, and unfair. In such seasons, the human heart naturally asks, “Why, Lord?” Romans 9:20–23 redirects our focus from questioning God to trusting Him. Paul reminds us that God is the Potter and we are the clay. The clay does not determine the design; it yields to the hands that shape it. This truth calls believers to humility and surrender, especially when circumstances seem like mishaps.

    Isaiah 45:6–7 reveals that God reigns over both light and darkness, peace and adversity. This does not make God the author of evil, but it affirms that nothing escapes His sovereign control. Even when we cannot trace His hand, we can trust His heart. Job understood this when he said, “The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord” (Job 1:21).

    One of the most difficult biblical examples is found in Ezekiel 24:16–24. God allowed the death of Ezekiel’s wife as a prophetic sign to Israel. Though heartbreaking, this event carried a divine message that God’s judgment was near. It reminds us that sometimes personal pain becomes a platform for God’s greater purpose. While we may not understand the “why,” God always understands the “end.”

   Romans 8:28 assures us that God works all things together for good for those who love Him. Even the cross, the darkest moment in human history, became the doorway to salvation (Acts 2:23). What appears as loss in our eyes may be preparation for glory in God’s plan.

   Today, rest in the truth that you are not abandoned clay on a broken wheel. You are being shaped by a wise and loving Potter. Trust His hands. Submit to His process. Glory awaits the vessels of mercy He is forming.

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 trust Your sovereignty even when life is painful. Shape my heart according to Your will. Give me grace to submit to Your purpose and to rest in Your wisdom. Amen.

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CALLED ACCORDING TO HIS PURPOSE

 

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Good -Life Devotional:
CALLED ACCORDING TO HIS PURPOSE
Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
   To be “called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28) means to live in alignment with God’s eternal plan, not merely personal ambition. Paul’s testimony in Acts 26:19 shows this clearly: after encountering Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus, he declared, “I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision.” That encounter revealed Paul’s true purpose. Before meeting Christ, he believed his mission was to persecute Christians, thinking he was serving God. This tragic misdirection mirrors how some today commit violence in the name of religion. Yet, when Christ intervenes, He transforms zeal without knowledge into holy purpose (Romans 10:2).
   Scripture shows that purpose often precedes birth. John the Baptist was set apart in the womb to prepare the way of the Lord (Luke 1:15–17; Jeremiah 1:5). God’s calling is sovereign. Romans 9:11–13 teaches that Jacob was chosen over Esau not by human merit but by divine purpose, proving that salvation and calling are rooted in God’s grace, not human achievement. Likewise, 1 Corinthians 1:26–29 reveals that God often chooses the weak and lowly so that no one may boast before Him.
   Although God has called all believers to be ministers of the gospel (2 Corinthians 5:18–20), only those who discover and submit to their calling walk fully in that purpose. When we seek first God’s kingdom (Matthew 6:33), align with His will (Ephesians 2:10), and yield to His Spirit, “all things work together for good” (Romans 8:28, AMP). Find His purpose, and your life will gain eternal direction and impact.
In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and his purpose for our lives .
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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AN HOUSE NOT MADE WITH HANDS

 What was meant to be a loss shall translate into a great harvest of souls and resources because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: AN HOUSE NOT MADE WITH HANDS

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

(2 Corinthians 5:1–4)

Paul declares, “For we know that if our earthly tent which is our house is torn down (dissolved), we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens” (2 Corinthians 5:1, AMP). The Greek word translated “dissolved” is katalýō (καταλύω), meaning to dismantle, destroy, or take down a temporary dwelling. This imagery emphasizes that the human body is a temporary tent, not our permanent home. Christianity, therefore, is not escapism from the physical world but hope anchored in divine transformation.

    Jesus confirmed this promise when He said, “In My Father’s house are many dwelling places (mansions)… I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2–3, AMP). This “house” is not merely a location in heaven but includes the believer’s new immortal body—a glorified, eternal dwelling prepared by God. Paul adds that we “groan, longing to be clothed with our dwelling from heaven” (2 Corinthians 5:2), revealing a holy desire to exchange mortality for immortality ( no sickness or deformity, no death ,no weakness, no poverty) 

   The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the apologetic foundation of this hope. Christ rose in a glorified body: He ate with His disciples (Luke 24:42–43), passed through closed doors (John 20:19), yet could be physically touched (John 20:27). This proves continuity and transformation—same identity, glorified substance.    Scripture assures believers will share this reality: “He will transform our lowly body to be like His glorious body” (Philippians 3:21), and “this mortal must put on immortality” (1 Corinthians 15:53).

   Because our true house is eternal, we are called to live lightly on earthly attachments and heavily invested in eternal values.Do not be over attached to anything on earth.    Suffering, aging, and loss are not the end; they are signals pointing us home. Today, let your hope be anchored in God’s promise: what is dissolved will be replaced with what is divine. Walk in holiness, serve faithfully, and rejoice—your eternal house is already prepared.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and focus on that which is heavenly. 

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me for 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 painful losses.

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CRUSHED AND OVERWHELMED BEYOND HUMAN ENDURANCE

 You shall find light in the darkness and strength in despair because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good-Life Devotional:  CRUSHED AND OVERWHELMED BEYOND HUMAN ENDURANCE

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Paul wrote, “We were crushed and overwhelmed beyond our ability to endure, and we thought we would never live through it” (2 Corinthians 1:8, NLT). This confession came from an anointed apostle, proving that strong faith does not exempt believers from deep trials. 

   The Christian journey includes inevitabilities—seasons of pressure, very painful losses, and sorrow. Jesus Himself told Paul from the beginning that his calling would be marked by many afflictions (Acts 9:16). Suffering is not always a sign of failure; often it is the pathway to deeper dependence on God.

Rachel’s cry in Jeremiah 31:15 reflects this human pain—“Rachel weeping for her children.” Even God’s people experience moments when grief feels unbearable. Yet Scripture shows that God does not abandon His own in such valleys. Paul explains that his suffering taught him to rely not on himself but on God who raises the dead (2 Corinthians 1:9).

     In these crushing seasons, we need the prayers of others. Paul openly asked the church to intercede for him (2 Corinthians 1:11). God often sends strength through the hands and voices of fellow believers.  Do not isolate yourself in pain; allow the body of Christ to carry you in prayer.

Though troubled on every side, we are not destroyed. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair” (2 Corinthians 4:8, AMP). What feels unbearable today is producing eternal weight of glory tomorrow. Paul reminds us that our light affliction, though painful now, is working for us a far greater and lasting glory (2 Corinthians 4:17–18).

   When overwhelmed, lift your eyes beyond the moment. Trust God’s purpose, lean on prayer especially in tongues  while speaking scriptures  such as ( psalm 34, 2 Corinthians 4 :16-18 ) and hold fast to hope. Your crushing season is not the end—it is preparation for glory.

   In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and the fruit of long-suffering in the Holy 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 emotional depression.

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