Verse Annotation

Verse 1      God speaks to us directly through Jesus 

Verse 7-9Jesus has been given more power than the angels, a name above every other name, sitting at the                         right hand of God, Ruling with a scepter of righteousness. 

Verse 12  Jesus is always the same unaffected by time, consistent in character, ruling in eternity. 

Verse 14  Jesus is not simply a ministering spirit but the only begotten son of God whom is our only path to                         salvation.

Reflection

We worship the son of God, not a mere ministering spirit, not a mere prophet, not a mere Angel but the one who sits at the right Hand of God ruling his Kingdom with the scepter of righteousness. Our confidence as Christians should come from this knowledge. Our God is sovereign, ruling in eternity unaffected by time. He knows everything we go through and He understands every pain we go through.

As much as it seems lucrative to rely on our own strength and workmanship, let us rely on Jesus, who rules in eternity, has sovereign power over everything we go through. On our own strength we cannot and do not have the ability to please God, but through the Grace and Mercy of God we are able to come to Him through faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; a faith that goes beyond salvation, one that affects all areas of our lives, not just our walk with Him, but our careers, families, professions and daily life. 

Prayer

Jesus thank you for sacrificing yourself on the cross and paying my debts. Help me to walk in awareness of your sovereign power, that is higher than the angels. Jesus help me to put my trust and faith in you; not just faith for my salvation but faith that you are my provider, healer and redeemer ever present in every area and season of my life

In Jesus name I pray, Amen

Verse Annotation

Verse 1 - Obedience and understanding of scripture is key as without obedience to scripture our   

                         natural tendency is to drift away from God’s Word.

Verse 2 -     No one receives injustice from God

Verse 11 - Jesus Christ guides us to the main source of life ( God) 

Verse 14 - Jesus understands in totality everything we go through as He experienced it in order to

                         destroy the power of death and pay for our sins 

Verse 15 - without Jesus Christ we would all be eternal slaves without hope.

Verse 16 - The work of God was targeted not to Angels but to us ( God sees us from all eternity )  

Verse 18 -  Jesus helps us through temptation, more so as one who was tempted himself 

Reflection

We have been offered a gift we did not deserve, a gift of mercy, a gift of grace and a gift of faith. We have been offered salvation by Jesus Christ, a saving that rescues us from our eternal damnation of slavery to the flesh, the world and the Devil. Jesus Christ rescued us who were completely dead in sin and gave us “life and life in abundance”. How can we trade that for short-term satisfaction, a satisfaction that is merely a drop in the ocean of time.

Jesus Christ knows our struggles, he knows what we are able to take and He will never give us more than we can bear. He helps us as one who has experienced the pinnacle of temptation and stood firm on the Word of God. It is important to always reflect and put into practice the things God reveals to you, whether God spoke through silent prayer and meditation, directly from HIs word or even though those around you. Immediate obedience to the word of God helps us to fight our natural inclinations and not to drift from God’s Word 

Prayer

Thank you God for giving me Your Word, may it be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. Give me the strength to obey your word immediately, give me the strength and courage to put that which you reveal to me in practice. Help me to seek your face daily and create a fire for the things of God in my heart. Teach me to always call upon your name whenever am feeling out numbered or tempted beyond measure, because I know you are always there with me.

In Jesus name I pray, Amen

Verse Annotation

Verse 8 - May God work ins our hearts that we may obey his voice and not harden our hearts to it

Verse 11 - Reveal to us God, the places we have disobeyed you time after time and forgive us, we want to enter in your presence

Verse 12 - A heart that lacks faith in God will always lead to disobedience and the eventual falling away from God

Verse 13 - We are called to encourage each other daily in faith, we do not know what someone is going through but the continues encouragement removes the deceitfulness of sin 

Verse 14 - we cannot give up midway in our journey with Christ, we have to go all the way in order to share in Christ. 

Verse 19 - Faith is crucial to our walk with God

Reflection

Faith is paramount in our christian lifestyle and our walk with god. It is impossible to fulfill the commands of God without faith in Him and faith in His Word. A rebellious heart gets incubated once we start living our lives without faith in God. The Chapter reminds of Moses and the Israelites, they were rescued from Egypt by God. This same people who had seen great signs and wonders during their time in Egypt and even in the wilderness came to a point where they lacked faith in God. They grieved the heart of God and sinned daily. 

The Israelites did two things which a lot of Christians now find themselves in. They became familiar with the miraculous nature of God and lost the awe of it. There is always a danger when we become too familiar with the things of God, this always leads us to thinks that God is not that much of a big deal and can easily make us rebellious to His word. Second, the Israelites did not trust in God’s promises and started trying to give God a hand. Some even went was far as building there own Golden Calf to worship. We are Calle dot always have faith in God and His Word, whether our life circumstances reflect it or not. Faith in God is a nonnegotiable to the health of a Christian

Prayer

God, I thank you for rescuing me from death, rescuing me even when I was rebellious and a son of disobedience. Jesus I pray that you may help my unbelief, increase my faith in you, that I might be able to do as you command. Jesus I pray that you may help me to trust to your voice, promises and direction for my life. Your word says God that our will bring to completion every good work that you have begun, so that is my prayer God, bring to completion every work that you have begun in my life. I have faith in you and trust you Jesus with everything. 

In Jesus name I pray, Amen

Verse Annotation

Verse 2 - We can hear the word but just like the sower, the word can dead in us when not acted upon with faith

Verse 6 - Our own will can become a hinderance to God’s word, causing us to disobey

Verse 7 - God help us not to harden our hearts to you word and voice whether its through people or for something we completely can’t see

Verse 12 - There is nothing with more authority, moral stock than the word of God

Reflection

Many times; if not all times, our will leads us into the path of darkness. We have been conditioned by culture into this self rule way of life. Truth is whether we obey or decide not to, God will still remain sovereign. The only change here will be our absence from His Kingdom and presence. As humans we do not have capacity to exist without the intervention of God. Any time we want to test this out, the cost will be greatly felt by us. 

Our obedience to God is not just an empty Yes, but should be accompanied with faith. the Bible talks about Faith that can move mountains, faith that is placed on God’s fulfilled promises and also His new promises to each one of us. Hardening our hearts whether consciously or subconsciously will only lead to lack of faith, frustration and finally a-strayed by the things of God. Let us desire to obey, trust and have faith in God fully as that will lead us closer and closer to presence

Prayer

Jesus I thank you for giving me life today and working in my heart daily. Even now that am able to think about you I just know it is by Your grace and mercies; it is definitely not something I did or excelled in. God I pray that you may help me to obey Your word daily, for Father it is my prayer to enter Your rest, Your presence and Your Kingdom. Help me not to harden my heart to you, but that I may be thrilled and excited daily to hear and immediately act upon your word. 

In Jesus name I pray, Amen

Verse Annotation

Verse 1 - We are to be High Priests of our families, working places, businesses, Friendships and Relationships; to represent those who do not know God before God and to represent God to them. 

Verse 3 - Even as we serve God we are called to have evaluate and pray for forgiveness of our sins. 

Verse 4 - We do not call ourselves into service for God but only God calls us to it, we do not send out selves. 

Verse 14 - God help us to grow in discernment, that we may be able to distinguish good from evil. 

Reflection

Who sent you ? This is a very important question we as Christians ought to ask ourselves. We cannot be found lacking, operating in an area where God has not sent us. When we are sent by god He sends us with resources and skills necessary to accomplish His will, the opposite is true if we send ourselves. We are called to be representatives in every area God has sent us, be it in out families, schools, friendships or relationships. God calls us to be salt, to be a reflection of Him.

This is why we do not call ourselves into ministry, it is only God who calls us. He not only sends us but desires for us to grow even us we are working in service for Him. It important to constantly track the voice of God just as the Israelites did with the pillar of fire and Cloud. God does not want us to be stagnant in faith but just like Jesus, God desires us to grow deeper in Him as we function as His representatives to others. In all this it is important to always take moments to pause and reflect on our personal walk with God making sure we do not just focus on execution of commands but the health of our spiritual life. Let us ask for forgiveness where we need to and give thanks where we need to. 

Prayer

God, it is my prayer that you may send me, send me with the resources I need, equip me with all that I require to fulfill your will in my life. Jesus I pray for favor with those you have placed around me, that their hearts would be open to hear your voice and your guidance. I pray God that you may make me an effective High Priest, help me to represent you accurately and to bring honor to your Kingdom. I pray for daily growth in my walk with you, that I may grow deeper in you, even as I do different things. Help me not to be stagnant in faith. 

In Jesus name I pray, Amen

Verse Annotation

Verse 10 - God Is very much involved in the work we do for him, applauding, directing and correcting us where it is warranted by Him

Verse 11 - Our conviction of the things of God ought to remain sincere full of hope till the very end, in order for us not to be lazy but inherit the kingdom of God through faith and patience

Verse 18 - God’s promises are guaranteed, He will always finish the good work He has begun in us

Reflection

Through different situation and occurrences in our lives, am sure most of us have been able to know what hills “you can die on”. This is to say what are your nonnegotiable beliefs, philosophy’s and doctrines. This is very important for us. As Christians we are called to hold onto the commands, decrees and the promises of God. We do not have any wiggle room for negotiation with the flesh, we ourselves are products of mercy, privilege and love from God. Am sure we can all agree that we never want our loved ones or those who care about us to suffer, but truth is, we often grieve Jesus Christ. 

The good news though is, we are not journeying the walk of faith by our own strength, we have the Holy Spirit in us, directing us. Our prayer should be for the increase of the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. We desperately need His direction, protection, comfort and power. Only through reliance on Him can we journey steadfastly to the end. We are called to uphold our first love, not to grow weary through dead convictions but to continue earnestly, seeking the will & presence of God.

Prayer

God I thank you for the love, patience and kindness you have shown me, even when I did not deserve it. Jesus I declare you are my chief cornerstone; you are my firm foundation. It is my prayer that my whole life may be built open you, I need your help Holy Spirit, I need your presence in my life. I open my heart & my mind you; I pray that you may take over and have your way in me. Direct me Jesus Christ, direct my life, direct my career, and my social life as well. Help me to walk in awareness of the certainty of your promises in my life. 

In Jesus name I pray, Amen