This is not yours!

“And in the morning when I tried to nurse my son, he was dead! But when I looked more closely in the morning light, I saw that it wasn’t my son at all.” 1 kings 3:21NLT

Beloved, do not be deceived by the schemes of the enemy. Just as the woman in 1 Kings 3:21 discovered in the morning that the dead child was not hers, you too must recognize that the burdens the enemy has placed on you are not yours to carry. The enemy may have tried to replace your joy with sorrow, your success with failure, and your health with sickness, but none of these things belong to you. God has given you victory over sickness, lack, and shame. Just as the woman took her case to the king and justice was served, you must take your case to the King of kings, Jesus Christ, who is able to restore what was stolen and reverse the lies of the enemy.

In our text this morning, two women slept in the night. One killed her son by sleeping on it. She then replaced the other woman’s living child with her dead child while the other woman was sleeping. The other woman already thought and accepted that the dead child was her own. But when she lokked closely in the morning. she discovered that the dead child was not hers. Beloved, in our time of weaknesses the enemy had done a lot of wrong things in our lives. When we were “sleeping,” unable to react to the attack of the enemy, he planted the unwanted seed. Some of us are already taking it as normal. But don’t! If you look at it seriously you will discover that it is not yours. The woman reported the matter to the king and the King settled her. The dead child which was not hers was taken away and her living child was restored to her. It is time to report the matter to the King of kings and the Lord of lords to reject what the enemy did and accept what God has done for you. I reverse what the enemy has done in your life in Jesus’ name.

Prophetic word: Beloved, hear the word of the Lord: The lies of the enemy will not stand in your life. What has been stolen from you, what has been exchanged in the darkness, will be exposed and restored. I see a divine reversal coming to you. Just as the living child was restored to the right woman in the presence of the king, so shall everything that belongs to you be returned in double measure. The Lord is saying, "I am your Restorer, your Healer, and your Defender." You will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Every dead thing the enemy placed in your hands is being removed, and every promise of life, success, and blessing from God is being restored to you. The season of stagnation is over, and the season of breakthrough is now! Walk in victory, for the Lord fights for you.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, in the mighty name of Jesus, I thank You because You are a God of justice and restoration. I stand in agreement with Your Word today, declaring that every evil exchange, every lie of the enemy, and every stolen blessing is being reversed right now in the name of Jesus. I speak life where there has been death, joy where there has been sorrow, and health where there has been sickness. Lord, I pray for Your divine intervention in my life, that what the enemy meant for evil will be turned around for good. Just as the child was restored to the rightful mother, restore everything that has been lost or stolen from me. I report the matter to You, our King, knowing that You will settle it in my favor. I decree breakthroughs, healing, and restoration in Jesus' mighty name. Amen!

Gracious labor

“But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.” 1 Corinthians 15:10KJV

Gracious labor is a powerful manifestation of God's grace working through us. It is God working in us both to will and to do of His own good pleasure (Philippians 2:13). This is the realm where you work hard and you don’t feel it, yet you get an amazing result. Paul declared in 1 Corinthians 15:10, "By the grace of God I am what I am," he recognized that his abundant labor was fueled not by his own strength, but by the grace of God. This mirrors the experience of Jesus, who acknowledged that His actions were aligned with God's will: "I can of mine own self do nothing" (John 5:30). When you operate within your God-given calling and seek His guidance, grace equips you to labor without weariness, and to achieve more than human effort alone could accomplish.

Biblical examples abound of individuals who experienced gracious labor through divine instruction. David's victory over Goliath wasn’t a mere result of his skill with a slingshot, but the grace of God on his effort. Similarly, when Peter followed Jesus' instruction in Luke 5, his labor produced an extraordinary catch of fish, far beyond what he could have done by himself. When we pray and seek God's direction for our assignments, we step into a realm of gracious labor—where God's grace amplifies our efforts and brings supernatural results.

Prophetic word: The Lord is calling you into a season of abundant, gracious labor. As you align your work with His will and seek His instructions, you will witness extraordinary results that surpass human limitations. Just as David triumphed over Goliath and Peter experienced a net-breaking catch, so shall you overcome challenges and see overflow where there once seemed to be lack. The grace of God will be your strength, enabling you to labor with ease and accomplish much. You are stepping into divine favor, and your efforts will be blessed and multiplied. Stay within the assignment God has given you, and His grace will carry you to new levels of success.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your grace that empowers me to labor abundantly without weariness. Just as You enabled Paul, David, and Peter, let Your grace rest upon me in my work and every assignment You have placed in my hands. Guide me by Your Spirit, so that my efforts are aligned with Your will. I pray for divine instruction and clarity, that I may walk in the path You have set before me. Let every task I undertake be blessed and fruitful, and may I experience the supernatural results that come from gracious labor. In Jesus' mighty name, I pray. Amen.

Knowing Jesus personally

“But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness; But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.” 1 Corinthians 1:23-24KJV

Jesus Christ is central to our faith, and without a personal revelation of His Person, we may only be engaging in religion without power. Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 1:23-24 that Christ is both the power and wisdom of God for those who believe. Religion alone cannot transform us or empower us to live out God's kingdom. Only through a personal encounter with Jesus can we walk in His wisdom and power, just as Peter did when he healed the lame man in Acts 3:6, and as Philip did when he preached Christ in Acts 8:5, leading to miraculous signs.

When we examine the lives of early disciples in the book of Acts of Apostles, we see that their power and wisdom came from knowing Jesus intimately (Acts 4:13, Daniel 11:32). They did not merely speak about Christ; they demonstrated His power because they had a personal revelation of who He is. As Stephen preached with irresistible wisdom and spirit, we too must seek to know Christ deeply. This personal knowledge transforms ordinary believers into vessels of God's wisdom and power. May you hunger to know Him more and walk in His fullness! Please study the Gospel and Acts of Apostles repeatedly, praying long hours to engage in the understanding and walking in the power of God (Luke 24:45, 49).

Prophetic word: I sense the Lord calling you deeper into a personal revelation of Jesus Christ. He desires to unlock greater wisdom and power in your life, just as He did for Peter and Philip. As you seek Him, He will fill you with boldness and clarity to declare His name with authority. Your life will be a testimony of His resurrection power, and miracles will follow your obedience. You are not called to an ordinary life but to walk in His supernatural grace and wisdom.

Prayer: Father, I pray for a fresh revelation of Jesus Christ for everyone reading this message. Open our eyes to see His majesty, power, and wisdom. May we walk in the fullness of Your Spirit, demonstrating Your kingdom on earth. Let our hearts be set ablaze with a passion for You, and may our words carry the power to transform lives. May we step into deeper intimacy with You and walk in supernatural wisdom and authority. In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.

Focus!

“The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light.” Matthew 6:22 KJV

Focus is essential to living a purposeful and effective life. When we keep our eyes single, as Matthew 6:22 instructs, we allow light—God’s wisdom and direction—to fill our lives. Like Paul, who said, “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 3:14), focus enables us to stay on course despite distractions. Nehemiah, too, demonstrated this when he refused to come down from rebuilding the wall despite distractions and threats (Nehemiah 6:3). His focus led to the completion of his mission in record time, showing that focus can lead to extraordinary achievements when aligned with God's purpose.

Moreover, lack of focus can lead to a wasted life, as seen in the story of the prophet in 1 Kings 20:39-40, who lost a prisoner because he was "busy here and there." This serves as a warning that without focus, even important responsibilities can slip through our hands. Jesus Himself showed us the power of focus when He set His face toward Jerusalem, knowing the path He needed to take to fulfill His mission (Luke 9:51). Like Jesus, we are called to fix our eyes on the goal, as Hebrews 12:2 encourages us to do, "Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith." With such unwavering focus, we can walk in the light and fulfill our God-given destiny.

Prophetic word: I declare that as you set your focus on the Lord and the assignment He has given you, clarity and divine light will flood your path. Every distraction and noise that seeks to divert you from your purpose is silenced in Jesus' name. The Lord is aligning your vision, sharpening your understanding, and granting you the strength to stay focused and steadfast. You will not be like those who wander aimlessly, but you will walk in divine purpose and fulfillment. The Lord is making you a beacon of light—a focal point for His glory—bringing solutions, breakthroughs, and impact to those around you. As you remain focused, everything you need will align, and you will see acceleration and divine speed in your endeavors.

Prayer: Father, I thank You for the light of Your Word that directs our paths. I pray that You give me the grace to remain focused and steadfast, like Jesus, who set His face toward Jerusalem. Let every distraction be removed, and may Your light fill my entire being as I keep my eyes fixed on You and the vision You have given me. Lord, just as You empowered Nehemiah to complete his mission despite opposition, empower me with strength, courage, and determination. I speak clarity, divine direction, and supernatural breakthroughs over my life. May I walk in the fullness of Your purpose and experience the abundant life You have promised, in Jesus' mighty name, Amen.

Don’t cut corners!

“And Leah also with her children came near, and bowed themselves: and after came Joseph near and Rachel, and they bowed themselves. And he said, What meanest thou by all this drove which I met? And he said, These are to find grace in the sight of my lord.” Genesis 33:7-8 KJV

In life, cutting corners may seem like a quick solution, but it often leads to more problems down the road. The Bible teaches us to trust God and follow His ways rather than taking shortcuts. In Genesis 33:7-8, we see Jacob bowing before Esau, the brother he once deceived. Esau had become a great nation when Jacob was still struggling to make ends meet. Jacob learned that trying to manipulate situations or get ahead by his own strength only delayed God’s blessings. As Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” I have discovered that it pays to spend time with God daily and to focus on your personal development and goals. You will eventually fulfil your destiny if you do.

By taking shortcuts, we demonstrate a lack of trust in God's timing and provision. Even though Jacob tried to cheat his way into blessings, he eventually had to humble himself before God and others. We must remember that God’s promises come to fruition in His timing. The Israelites, too, faced similar lessons during their journey in the wilderness; when they tried to go their own way, they faced setbacks (Numbers 14:41–45). It is a reminder that staying faithful to God’s process, even when it’s slow or difficult, is the best path to lasting success. Galatians 6:9 encourages us: “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” Trust God’s process, and He will lead you to your destiny without compromise.

Prophetic word: The Lord is calling you to a season of alignment and patience. You may feel tempted to rush ahead or find shortcuts to the blessings you seek, but the Lord urges you to trust in His perfect timing. The Lord is preparing something greater than you can imagine, but it requires your obedience and faithfulness to walk the path He has set before you. “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him” (Psalm 37:7). Labor daily in His written word and prayer. In due time, you will see the fruit of your labor, and the doors that God opens will be undeniable, leading you into your promised land.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness and Your perfect timing. I pray for patience and strength to follow Your path without wavering or cutting corners. Lord, help me to trust that every delay and challenge is part of Your divine plan to mold me into the person You have called me to be. May I walk in obedience and faith, knowing that as I do, You will make my path straight and lead me into the blessings You have prepared. I rebuke every temptation to compromise or take shortcuts, and I declare that I will stand firm in Your word. Fill me with Your peace and wisdom as I wait on You, and may I see Your goodness in the land of the living. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Divine elevation!

“But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.” Psalm 3:3 KJV .

God is the ultimate source of elevation, and He elevates His people. The Bible is filled with examples of how God elevates those who humble themselves before Him. In the story of Joseph, God took him from the prison to the palace, making him the second-in-command in Egypt (Genesis 41:39-41). This was a divine lifting that resulted from Joseph's faithfulness and unwavering trust in God despite his hardships. Daniel's commitment to God and humility led to his elevation from a captive in Babylon to a chief administrator (Daniel 2:48). These stories remind us that when we align ourselves with God and remain steadfast in humility and faith, He will lift us up in due time.

In the New Testament, Jesus teaches us that the way up is down—He says, "Whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted" (Matthew 23:12). When we humble ourselves before God, we position ourselves for His lifting. In the life of Peter, we see that despite his failures, when he humbled himself and turned back to Christ, God used him mightily, lifting him as a leader of the early Church (Acts 2:14–41). So, no matter where you are right now, trust God, humble yourself under His mighty hand, and in due time, He will exalt you (1 Peter 5:6). Rest your hope in the knowledge that God is faithful and will lift your head.

Prophetic word: The Lord says to you today, "I am the One who lifts and exalts. Do not be discouraged by your current circumstances, for I am turning your story around. Just as I lifted Joseph from the pit and set him over a nation, so shall I lift you from every low place and set you in a place of honor. Your season of elevation is coming; I am opening doors that no man can shut and closing doors that would hinder you. As you humble yourself before Me and seek My face, I will lift you up and establish you in My glory. Your head will be lifted, and your testimony will inspire many. Remain steadfast, and watch Me turn your trials into triumphs. I am your shield, your glory, and the lifter of your head."

 Prayer: Father, I thank You for being my shield, my glory, and the lifter of my head. I declare that my season of elevation has come. I submit myself before You in humility, and I ask that You lift me in every area of my life. Exalt me above my enemies, and open doors of favor, opportunities, and breakthroughs for me. Lord, as You lifted Joseph and Daniel, lift me and set me in a place of honor. I reject every spirit of discouragement and declare that I will rise, for Your Word is true and Your promises are sure. Let Your glory be revealed in my life, and let my testimony bring honor to Your name. In Jesus' mighty name, I pray, Amen.

Be desperate for a miracle!

“And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.” Matthew 11:12 (KJV).

When you suddenly realize that the enemy has stolen from you and has wasted your years, you cannot practice a weak desperation in your relationship with God. You must engage violent faith. Desperate situations call for desperate actions. In Mark 10:46–52, Bartimaeus, the blind man, refused to be silenced by the crowd as he cried out to Jesus for mercy. His desperation and persistence caught Jesus’ attention, and he received his sight. Similarly, Jacob wrestled with the angel of the Lord in Genesis 32:24–30, refusing to let go until he received his blessing. This act of desperation changed his identity and destiny, demonstrating that when you press in and refuse to settle, God responds to your hunger for a breakthrough. The Bible is clear that the kingdom of God is taken by force (Matthew 11:12); sometimes, you must be relentless and tenacious, not passive, when seeking a miracle. 

Desperation also involves uncommon sacrifice and commitment. In 1 Kings 17:8-16, the widow of Zarephath gave her last meal to the prophet Elijah, and God miraculously provided for her throughout the famine. When you find yourself in such a situation, you cannot join those who criticize giving or tithing (Acts 10:4). Likewise, Jehoshaphat engaged in aggressive praise (2 Chronicles 20:21-22), and God ambushed his enemies. Fasting is another weapon; in Matthew 17:21, Jesus stated that some situations require fasting and prayer to overcome. When you are desperate for God’s intervention, you cannot hold back in your giving (2 Kings 4:8–10) or in making sacrifices (Genesis 22:9–14, Psalms 50:5). Engage the spiritual disciplines with faith and intensity, knowing that God honors those who seek Him with all their heart and desperation.

Prophetic word: The Lord says, “This is your season to break through and reclaim what the enemy has stolen. As you press in with a desperate and violent faith, the heavens are opening over you. Just as Bartimaeus received his sight and Jacob was transformed into Israel, so shall you receive your miracle as you wrestle in prayer and press into My presence. Do not relent, and do not settle for less; the Lord is releasing power for restoration, elevation, and divine turnaround. As you sow, sacrifice, and engage in praise, you are planting seeds for a supernatural harvest. The miracles you seek are coming your way, and I am making a way for you where there seems to be no way.”

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I come before You in holy desperation, knowing that You are the God of miracles. Just as You restored sight to Bartimaeus and transformed the life of Jacob, I ask that You visit my situation with power and might. I declare that every delay, every loss, and every attack of the enemy is broken in Jesus' name. I pray for the grace to engage in uncommon sacrifice, persistent prayer, and aggressive praise. Let my desperation unlock the heavens and release the miracles that I need. Father, I refuse to settle, and I take hold of Your promises by faith. Let every obstacle be removed, and let Your supernatural provision manifest in my life. I thank You because You are a rewarder of those who diligently seek You. In Jesus' mighty name, I pray. Amen.