Meaning of investment: To invest is to commit time, effort, resources, and value into something with the expectation of growth and profit.
Investment always involves Patience, Patience, Patience, and Commitment

Just as we invest in earthly ventures for economic gain, we must invest even more intentionally in spiritual matters because the spiritual controls the physical.

Matthew 6:19–20
“lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven…”

Spiritual investments are superior because they produce eternal returns.

2 Corinthians 4:18
“For the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.”

1 Corinthians 2:9
“Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard… the things which |God hath prepared for them that love him.”

Through spiritual investment, God’s hidden plans are unlocked in the life of the believer. Without spiritual investment, life becomes vexed, restless, and unstable.

2 Chronicles 15:5
“And in those times, there was no peace… but great vexations were upon all the inhabitants of the countries.” Peace, rest, and stability are fruits of spiritual investment. Spiritual investment is engaging the one true God by seeking him according to his word.

Many people invest spiritually in the wrong places: idols, spiritism, occult sacrifices, river rituals and demonic consultations. God calls such practices heathenism, not true spirituality.

2 Chronicles 15:8 King Asa removed the idols and renewed the altar of the lord. True spiritual investment always draws a man closer to God, not away from him.

There are several biblical examples of people who invested in the spiritual, such as  Ellisha, whose investment was through service.

Ellisha was a successful farmer until Elijah cast his mantle upon him. He abandoned his business to serve God. He poured water on Elijah’s hands, and he served faithfully, and he received a double portion of anointing. What looked like a loss became an uncommon profit.

Elisha: subdued armies, commanded nature, healed land. He was honoured in palaces and operated above natural limitations. When he invested spiritually, the world responded to him.

In this same manner: Peter, Andrew, James, John, Matthew, Paul—
all left their professions and earthly security to follow Christ. Their spiritual investment birthed global impact.

Like men of fasting and prayer, such asMoses who fasted and prayed for 40 daysElijah – 40 days, Jesus – 40 days and Paul who fasted and prayed, these are high-level spiritual investments with multiplied returns.

How to invest spiritually

Seeking the lord byspending quality time in God’s presence.. 2 Chronicles 15:2 “if ye seek him, he will be found of you.” Psalm 84:10
“Better is one day in thy courts than a thousand elsewhere.” Anna and Simeon waited in God’s presence and encountered destiny (Luke 2:36–37).

Through building Godly relationships; byloving God wholeheartedly andloving people genuinely, Matthew 22:37–39, a perfect heart toward God produces a healthy relationship with others.

Through  Christlike character. Christlike character is a spiritual asset. Acts 11:26 – “they were first called Christians. Trials refine character. Romans 5:3–5 .wilderness seasons are investment seasons, not waste.

 By: covenant with God: 2 Chronicles 15:12 covenant establishes divine backing and protection.

Through  coveting and using spiritual gifts, 1 Corinthians 12:31
Ephesians 4:11–12 spiritual gifts are for: ministry, edification and service; they must never be sold. “Freely ye have received, freely give.” Elisha rejected Naaman’s gift. Jesus healed many without charging—yet never lacked. God rewards his servants in his own way, in his own time.

By investing in God’sword Joshua 1:8, the word builds prosperity, stability, and success.

Through sacrificial giving: the widow of Zarephath,, the Shunammite womanand the boy with five loaves and two fish.s Each gave sacrificially and received multiplied returns.

Through giving to the poor proverbs 19:17 “he that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the lord…” Proverbs 22:9, Proverbs 28:8. Job invested in the poor, and God defended him.

By living righteously, Righteous living attracts divine endorsement.,Job, and King Asa  (when he trusted God) 2 Chronicles 16:9.

There are benefits of spiritual investment

• Peace
• Rest
• Victory
• Divine lifting
• Material provision
• Generational inheritance

Job 22:23–30

When you invest spiritually, God becomes your defence, your prayers are heard, your decrees are established, and light shines on your path

Spiritual investment is never wasted. It produces returns in time and in eternity. What you invest in the spirit today, it will determine what responds to you tomorrow

“·  Success is not a gift handed down; it is a reward earned by those who refuse to quit the work.”

·  “Hard work is the seed; success is the harvest that comes in due season.”

·  “Where diligence persists, success eventually appears.”

·  “Dreams become achievements when hard work gives them feet.”

·  “Success follows those who are faithful to the grind long after the applause is gone.”

·  Faith commits the work to God; diligence carries it through until success appears.”
(Proverbs 16:3; Proverbs 22:29)

·  “Prayer opens the door, but diligent hands walk through it to success.”

·  “God honours faith that prays—and diligence that works.”

·  “Faith plants the vision; diligence waters it; God gives the increase.”
(1 Corinthians 3:6)

·  “Success is born when faith trusts God and diligence refuses idleness.”

MAKING GOD YOUR STRENGTH

Isaiah 25:4

“For thou hast been a strength to the needy in his distress, a refuge from the storm, a shadow from the heat, when the blast of the terrible ones is as a storm against the wall.”

1 Samuel 2:9

“He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.”Every storm beating against the walls of your life shall scatter in the name of Jesus Christ. Isaiah speaks of blasting storms released by terrible ones. These storms are so intense that human strength becomes useless. Scripture makes it clear: no man prevails by his own strength. Victory belongs only to those who make God their strength.

THREE CATEGORIES OF POWERS OF DARKNESS

(Isaiah 49:24–25)

“Shall the prey be taken from the mighty, or the lawful captive delivered? … Even the captives of the mighty shall be taken away, and the prey of the terrible shall be delivered.”

1. The Terrible Power

This power brings extreme oppression and destruction.

Mark 9:20–29
The child tormented by a spirit was thrown into fire and water to destroy him. The disciples could not deliver him. Jesus later explained: “This kind can come out by nothing but prayer and fasting.”
This shows that terrible powers require divine intervention, not human effort.

Mark 5:1–15
The man of Gadara lived among tombs, broke chains, wounded himself, and could not be restrained. Human control failed. But when Jesus appeared, the man ran, worshipped, and the demons surrendered.
One encounter with Jesus ended years of torment. The terrible power bowed.

2. The Mighty Power

This refers to earthly authority—kings, empires, governments.

• Israel was in bondage in Egypt. No earthly power could free them—only God.
• Peter was arrested and chained under maximum security, yet an angel of God dismantled the system and freed him (Acts 12).
• Paul and Silas prayed and sang in prison; an earthquake released them (Acts 16).

Human authority is limited. God’s strength overrides all systems.

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3. The Lawful Captive Power

This power operates through legal spiritual access—covenants, curses, idol worship, and ancestral agreements.

• Some families entered covenants with idols, waters, demons, or blood sacrifices.
• Others suffer from curses with causes (Proverbs 26:2).
• Example: a family lineage where no one lived beyond 40 years due to an ancestral crime and curse.

But God declares:

“Even the lawful captive shall be delivered.”
Only God’s strength can break legal bondage.

THE SUPREMACY OF GOD’S STRENGTH

• The stone at Jesus’ tomb was sealed by authority and guarded by soldiers—one angel rolled it away.
• Samson killed a thousand men with the jawbone of a donkey.
• David defeated a lion and a bear by God’s strength.
• Hezekiah took enemy letters to God; one angel killed 185,000 soldiers overnight (2 Chronicles 32).
• Jehoshaphat worshipped instead of fighting; God destroyed the armies of three nations that laid siege against Judah (2 Chronicles 20).

“By strength shall no man prevail.”

THE ARITHMETIC OF GOD

• One chases a thousand.
• Two put ten thousand to flight.
  (Deuteronomy 32:30; Joshua 23:10; Leviticus 26:8)

This is not human mathematics—it is God fighting for His people.

WHEN GOD IS YOUR STRENGTH

• Fear disappears.
• Weakness departs.
• Hope is renewed.
• You stand when others fall.
• You excel like Daniel.
• You shine like the stars.
• You overcome depression and despair.
• You do exploits (Daniel 11:32).

Moses was 120 years old, yet his strength remained undiminished. That is the power of divine strength.

WHAT MUST YOU DO?

1. Make God your all in all
2. Confess, renounce, and forsake sin – sin drained Samson’s strength
3. Live a life of prayer and fasting
4. Be grounded in the Word of God
5. Exercise total faith in God
6. Serve God alone—no other power
7. Trust God to fight your battles

Do not fight by yourself. Your battle may be powered by the terrible, the mighty, or lawful captive forces—but God defeats them all effortlessly.

CONCLUSION

God is the Almighty.
The Alpha and Omega.
The God of all possibilities.

May this God become your strength today.
May He fight your battles and give you sweet victory.
In Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.

 Prayers against  Spiritual Battles

Battles in life are not always physical; many are spiritual, and their origins may be hidden from us. As we may not know the specific forces at work—whether they are powers considered terrible, mighty, or those that keep people lawfully captive—it is important to seek divine intervention. Instead of trying to fight on your own, ask God to fight on your behalf. With His power, victory is assured, and He can bring you a sweet and complete triumph with ease.

Prayer Points

• Let every battle of the terrible in my life come to an end in Jesus’ name.
• Let every battle of the mighty in my life die in Jesus’ name.
• Let every battle of lawful captivity in my life scatter completely in Jesus’ name.
• Oh Lord, arise and be my strength in times of trouble in Jesus’ name.
• Oh Lord, arise and take over my battles in Jesus’ name.
• Let every prolonged battle in my life come to an end in Jesus’ name.

Reflection on Psalm 1:1 — The Power and Danger of Counsel

The Bible emphatically declares in the Psalms that “the word of the Lord is pure, tried in the furnace of the earth seven times.” This purity underscores the divine perfection and reliability of God’s word. Psalm 1, in particular, invites us into deep reflection even before delving into the rest of the book of Psalms. It lays a foundation for understanding the blessed life—one rooted in godly principles and choices.

The first verse reads:

“Blessed is the man that walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful.”

This verse gives a clear instruction with a sure promise: if you avoid ungodly influences, you will be blessed. But if you ignore this instruction, you will—figuratively speaking—be “gathering firewood filled with ants,” inviting unnecessary trouble and loss.

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Understanding Counsel

The dictionary defines counsel as advice or guidance given to someone to help them resolve a problem or make a decision.

Biblically, counsel carries a deeper meaning.

• Isaiah 25:1 describes it as “faithfulness and truth.” Godly counsel is therefore advice rooted in integrity, truth, and divine guidance.
• Proverbs 15:22 teaches that “without counsel purposes are disappointed, but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.” In other words, godly counsel brings clarity and fulfilment of purpose.
• Proverbs 19:20 says, “Hear counsel and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.” This means that wise counsel safeguards your future and leads to fulfilment.
• Proverbs 24:6 adds, “In the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” Indeed, godly counsel provides direction, protection, and success.

Even David had a counsellor—Ahithophel—whose advice was so sound that Scripture says it was “as if a man had inquired at the oracle of God.” (2 Samuel 16:23). Godly counsel provides divine direction and helps one avoid pitfalls and regrets. It flows from wisdom born of spiritual insight, as James 3:17 reminds us:

“The wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.”

Such counsel bears good fruit, is merciful, sincere, and leads to peace.

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Examples of Godly Counsel

In Exodus 18, Moses received wise counsel from his father-in-law Jethro. Jethro advised him to delegate responsibilities to capable men so he wouldn’t wear himself out. This counsel redirected Moses toward efficiency and longevity in ministry.

Godly counsel aligns with God’s will and reveals divine solutions to human problems. As Job 14:1 notes, “Man that is born of a woman is of few days and full of trouble,” but godly counsel confronts and overcomes those troubles.

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Understanding Ungodly Counsel

Ungodly counsel, by contrast, leads to destruction. It is the product of a subtle, crafty mind—the kind associated with the devil, who supervises its application. It is deceitful, appealing, and usually aligns with the desires of a person’s carnal heart.

1. David and the Men of Belial (1 Samuel 30:19–20)

When David recovered all that the Amalekites had taken, some wicked men—called “men of Belial”—advised that those who stayed behind should not share in the spoils. That was ungodly counsel, but David rejected it and followed godly wisdom, ensuring fairness for all.

2. Eve and the Serpent (Genesis 3:6)

The first ungodly counsel appeared in Eden. The serpent subtly appealed to Eve’s desire by questioning God’s word. The counsel aligned with her inner curiosity and desire for wisdom, leading her into disobedience and downfall. Subtle desires often attract subtle, destructive counsel.

3. Amnon and Jonadab (2 Samuel 13)

Amnon lusted after his half-sister Tamar until he became sick. His cousin Jonadab—described as “a very subtle man”—gave him wicked advice to pretend illness and lure Tamar into his chamber. Amnon followed this ungodly counsel, defiled Tamar, and was eventually killed by Absalom’s men. Ungodly counsel often offers quick, sinful solutions that end in death.

4. Presumptuous and Enticing Counsel

Deuteronomy 18:22 warns against prophets who speak presumptuously in God’s name. Likewise, in 2 Chronicles 18, Ahab’s prophets gave him enticing but false counsel, promising victory in battle when destruction awaited him. A lying spirit deceived them, and Ahab died as a result.

In 1 Kings 13, a young prophet disobeyed God’s direct instruction because he believed the word of an older prophet who claimed to have heard from an angel. That disobedience cost him his life. Ungodly counsel may come from seemingly spiritual sources but will always contradict God’s word.

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Modern Examples of Ungodly Counsel

Ungodly counsel still destroys lives today.

• A young Christian woman once yielded to parental pressure to compromise her purity in order to secure a job. The act led to pregnancy and a fatal abortion.
• Another young girl, counselled by a deceitful woman that sexual activity would enhance her body’s development, followed the advice and also died from the consequences.

Ungodly counsel appears attractive, logical, or helpful, but its end is ruin.

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Saul’s Disobedience

King Saul fell into ungodly counsel when he disobeyed God’s instruction in favour of his men’s advice. This rebellion led to his rejection as king and ultimately his death. Job aptly describes such advisers as “miserable counsellors.”

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The Consequences of Ungodly Counsel

Ungodly counsel:

• Leads to confusion and defeat (Psalm 94:20)
• Opens the door for wickedness
• Draws you away from God
• Delays destiny and kills purpose
• Appears good outwardly but is deceptive inside

Rehoboam, Solomon’s son, rejected the counsel of the elders and followed the reckless advice of his peers. This single act caused the division of Israel and the loss of ten tribes (1 Kings 12).

Ungodly counsel is the path of failure, sorrow, and death.

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Choosing the Right Counsel

Every counsel must be tested against God’s Word.
Deuteronomy 18:18 reminds us:

“I will raise them up a Prophet like unto thee, and will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him.”

Therefore, ask yourself:

• Which counsel do I follow?
• Does it align with God’s Word?

Ungodly counsel flows from those who deny God’s authority—fools, humanists, philosophers, spiritists, sorcerers, and idolaters. But godly counsel leads to peace, prosperity, and eternal life.

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Conclusion

Psalm 1:1 calls every believer to a life of discernment. True blessing begins by rejecting ungodly counsel and embracing godly wisdom. The one who heeds divine counsel shall flourish “like a tree planted by the rivers of water,” bringing forth fruit in due season.

Prayer

Godly counsel replace every ungodly counsel in my heart in Jesus name.

Courage

Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God.”

1 Kings 19:8–13 tells us about Elijah’s encounter with God at Mount Horeb. When Elijah arrived, he waited expectantly to hear God’s voice. A powerful wind tore through the mountain, shattering rocks—but God was not in the wind. Next came an earthquake, but God was not in it either. Then came a consuming fire, yet God was not in the fire. Finally, there came a gentle whisper—a still small voice—and it was then that Elijah heard God and received His message. Notice how the presence of God was not found in the noise and turbulence but in silence.

In the New Testament, when the Pharisees brought to Jesus a woman caught in adultery (John 8:1–11), the atmosphere was filled with noise, arguments, and accusations. But Jesus stooped down and wrote on the ground in silence. His silence calmed the crowd, compelling them to quiet down and wait for His response. When He finally spoke, His words carried power: “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” One by one, the accusers left, leaving peace in their wake. Out of that silence came mercy and restoration, as Jesus told the woman: “Go and sin no more.”

Jesus Himself emphasized the importance of Spirit-led speech. In Luke 21:15, He promised: “For I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.” Similarly, in Matthew 10:19, He said: “Do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what to say.” Jesus often waited in silence before speaking, allowing the Holy Spirit to guide His words.

Silence is not weakness—it is strength. Isaiah 30:15 declares: “In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.” Silence is the discipline of being still in the midst of noise. It helps us control our emotions, strengthen our reasoning, and create space for God’s voice.

Job 33:15–17 tells us that in the quietness of the night, when people are asleep, God seals their ears with instruction. A noisy life cannot hear from God. Silence becomes a channel of revelation.

Silence also promotes peace. Dr. D.K. Olukoya once told the story of a woman battered constantly by her husband. Seeking a solution, she went to a native doctor who gave her a stone with instructions: each time her husband tried to provoke her, she should put the stone in her mouth and keep silent. She obeyed, and gradually peace returned to her home—not because of the stone, but because silence removed the fuel for conflict.

Silence is a mark of maturity. It guards us from foolish speech, helps us learn better, and protects us in times of danger. Proverbs reminds us that even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent.

Sometimes the greatest wisdom is to say nothing. Silence incubates patience, prevents regret, and opens the door for God’s voice.

Silence is not emptiness; it is a sanctuary where God speaks

Prayer

1. Power of silence, fall upon me in Jesus name

2. Every power of noise engineering my life get out in the name of Jesus Christ

The impossibility was real, staring them in the face. Naomi had come to her undoing. She had lost everything—her precious husband and sons—leaving her with only two daughters-in-law. Suddenly, Naomi realised that the land had made her life bitter. She decided to retrace her steps back to the land of bread, Bethlehem-Judah, the very place she had once fled.

But Ruth looked beyond the impossibility that confronted them so starkly. She possessed the courage to face the seemingly insurmountable obstacles ahead. After Naomi had rehearsed the impossibility of recovering, Ruth chose to see things differently. She envisioned a future, declaring her desire to meet Naomi’s God and become part of her people. Determined to embrace Naomi’s people and their God, Ruth renounced her own god—the idol worshipped by the Moabites, her country of origin. She was longing for a real relationship with the true God. Perhaps Ruth wondered why Naomi had ever left such a people and a God to come to Moab, a nation born of incest.

Ruth possessed a vision and faith that reached beyond what Naomi could comprehend, even when circumstances appeared insurmountable. Her longing for God, her deep spiritual thirst, and her earnest desire for a genuine relationship with Him became evident. As these desires took root, everything began to align in her favour, leading to moments of joy, celebration, and a renewed sense of hope both for herself and Naomi, her mother-in-law.

Ruth’s resolute decisions and steadfast determination brought her favour and comfort. She was honoured and, through her unwavering trust, became connected to God’s divine purpose. Remarkably, it was through Ruth’s lineage that Jesus was ultimately manifested, securing her place in the history of salvation and illustrating the profound impact of her faith and actions.

As you take steps like Ruth to  run from every encumbrances of sin and renounce every idol in l your life  you shall be restored , you shall recover , you shall be favoured,  you shall be comforted and honoured in Jesus Name.  meditate on Psalm105:1-end and pray  and claim the prophetic blessings therein.

The scriptures make clear the consequences of pride and the virtue of humility. Proverbs 16:18 states, “Pride goes before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.” In James 4:7, it is written, “God resisted the proud and gives grace to the humble.” Likewise, in 1 Samuel 2:8, the Lord is described as one who “raises the poor out of the dust and lifts the beggar out of the dunghill.” These verses set the stage for understanding the spiritual danger inherent in pride and the necessity of remaining humble before God.

King Saul’s journey, as chronicled in 1 Samuel 15, vividly illustrates the peril of pride. Saul was chosen from an unlikely tribe and elevated to kingship when, in Samuel’s words, he was “little in [his] own eyes” (1 Samuel 15:17). His rise was not due to personal merit, but by God’s sovereign choice. However, Saul’s attitude changed as pride crept in, causing him to lose sight of his humble beginnings and his dependence on God. When Saul received God’s clear instructions through the prophet Samuel, he understood what was required of him. Nevertheless, pride led Saul to interpret and carry out God’s command on his own terms. In 1 Samuel 15:15, Saul justified his disobedience by claiming that what was kept from destruction would be used as a sacrifice “unto the Lord thy God”—notably shifting the reference of God from personal to Samuel’s. This subtle change signalled Saul’s growing distance from God.

On multiple occasions, Saul refused to accept responsibility for his actions. In verses 8 and 20, he shifted blame onto others and insisted he had fulfilled God’s command, even as the evidence of disobedience was clear to Samuel. Saul’s refusal to acknowledge his shortcomings further demonstrated his pride. Rather than seeking forgiveness, Saul was more concerned with preserving his reputation. In verse 30, he pleaded with Samuel to honour him before the people. His actions in verse 27, where he seized the prophet’s garment, further displayed disdain and an inflated sense of self-importance.

Saul’s pride led to further rebellion. He relentlessly pursued David, even to the point of killing priests of God out of jealousy. Ultimately, Saul turned away entirely, seeking guidance from the witch of Endor, showing a complete abandonment of reliance on God. Like King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon, Saul attributed his status and strength to himself, forgetting the source of his elevation.

Saul’s story stands as a solemn warning: pride is not only self-exaltation but a rebellion against God. When individuals attribute their success to themselves and disregard God’s role, they risk the same downfall experienced by Saul. Humility remains essential for maintaining favour and relationship with God.

Prayer: Oh Lord purge me and elevate me by your grace in Jesus name.

Living in the Presence of God

Never lose sight of the reality that God is always in your midst. To ensure that God remains with you wherever you go, foster a habit of regular communion with God through prayer.

It is crucial not to grieve God or the Holy Spirit by allowing sin into your life. While a righteous life draws God near, a life of sin creates distance between you and God. In fact, walking with God becomes impossible if you persist in sin.

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Righteousness keeps you in God’s favour and invites the presence of angels, but sin causes them to withdraw. As Psalm 34:7 declares, “The angel of the Lord encamps round about them that fear God, and delivers them.”

A life without God is fraught with hardship, regret, and sorrow. Such a life is open to the influence of darkness. The world’s high rates of divorce, murder, and all manner of wickedness are evidence of what happens when people refuse to walk with God.

Prayer for Divine Protection

• I stand on the ground of the blood of Jesus Christ to proclaim victory over Satan and his agents.
• I apply the blood of Jesus to every stubborn problem in my life.
• I plead the blood of Jesus from the top of my head to the sole of my foot.
• I soak my life in the blood of Jesus Christ.

Courage

There are 4 desparate things we need in life:

1. God.
2. God.
3. God.
4. Courage