21/08/2025
*You have to be on The Lord's side for God to fight on your side*
*2 Timothy 2:19 states, "Nevertheless, the firm foundation of God stands, having this seal: 'The Lord knows those who are His,' and, 'Let everyone who names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity.'"*
God is ultimately sovereign, therefore individuals must actively choose to be on His side, demonstrating faith and obedience, for them to experience His favor and assistance in their lives.
God is not neutral;
He is actively involved in the lives of those who are committed to Him.
As a believer, one is expected to align oneself with God's will and teachings, choosing righteousness, and actively participating in His work.
The expectations of a believer is more than just believing, it's about living a life that reflects those beliefs through actions and choices.
*How does a believer show that he or she is on the Lord's side?*
1) *By Accepting Jesus' teachings* : This is a foundational aspect, often interpreted as accepting Jesus as the son of God and following his commandments.
2) *By Submitting to God's authority* : This involves acknowledging God's word as the ultimate guide and living according to biblical principles.
3) *By Choosing righteousness and rejecting evil* : This means actively choosing to do what God approves of and avoiding what is considered sinful or harmful.
4) *By Seeking God's will and doing it:*
This implies striving to understand and fulfill God's purpose for one's life.
5) *By Living it out* :
*Loving God and others* : This is a central aspect of being on the Lord's side, extending compassion, forgiveness, and kindness to others.
6) *By Perseverance and steadfastness* :
It means remaining committed to the faith even when facing challenges or temptations.
7) *By Separating from the world's influence* : This involves making conscious choices to distance oneself from worldly values and behaviors that conflict with God's teachings.
8) *By Living a life of holiness* :
This means striving to live in a way that is pleasing to God and reflects His character.
9) *By Serving others* : This can manifest in various ways, such as feeding the hungry, comforting the sick, or advocating for justice.
10) *By Personal Choice* :
Ultimately, being on the Lord's side is a personal decision. It's a choice to align oneself with God's purpose and embrace His way of life.
It requires a conscious effort to discern God's will and actively participate in His work, not just passively accepting a label.
It's about aligning oneself with God's side, not expecting God to be on one's own side.
*I pray May God be your partner from now till eternity in Jesus Name*
When God Is On Your Side…
The Enemy Is Outnumbered.
Roman 8:31
When we become a child of God, we become an enemy to the world, which means we now have many battles to fight.
But we don't fight with violence; we fight with the Word of God.
To become strong in battle, we must grow in the Lord.
To do that, we need to spend time with Him!
To spend time with Him, we must read His Word and pray.
*Let Us Pray*
1) Merciful Creator, please reveal Your perfect will for my life.
2) Heavenly Father, please align my desires with Your divine plan.
3) My Father my Father, please grant me wisdom to discern Your will.
4) My Father, please open my eyes to see the path You’ve set before me.
5) Oh Jesus, please help me surrender my plans to Your greater purpose.
6) Holy Spirit, please guide me in making decisions that honor God’s will.
7) Lord, please give me the strength to follow Your will, even when it’s difficult all the days of my life.
8) Gracious God, please remove any obstacles blocking me from Your will in Jesus Name
Good Morning & Happy Wednesday
