LIGHT WORD

LightWord: “And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed.” 1 Chronicles 4:10 Be prayerful. If you desire to see your dreams become reality, cultivate a life of prayer. Nothing of lasting value happens by accident. You might think some good things just happened without praying, but someone may have been standing in the gap on your behalf. Still, there’s a limit to how far someone else’s prayers can carry you . No one can present your personal desires before God with the same understanding, passion, and consistency that you can. Take responsibility for your future by bringing your desires before God in prayer. As Jabez cried unto the Lord and experienced divine enlargement, God is still answering sincere prayers today. Say this to yourself: Heavenly Father, thank You for the privilege to come boldly into Your presence through prayer. Help me to remain steadfast and effective in my prayers. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen!

LightWord: “Enter with the password: “Thank you!” Make yourselves at home, talking praise. Thank him. Worship him.” Psalms 100:4 MSG Whatever your desire may be, victory over battles seen or unseen, overcoming the enemy, living a better life, or enjoying God’s fullness, it can all be acquired through Christ. The key is approaching Him according to His Word and His will. Scripture instructs us to enter His presence with thanksgiving. It also declares, “Offer unto God thanksgiving” (Psalm 50:14), and “Whoever offers praise glorifies Me” (Psalm 50:23). Thanksgiving ushers you into His presence , and when God is with you, no force of darkness can stop His purpose for your life. Say this to yourself: My Father and my Lord Jesus Christ, I come before You with a heart full of praise. Let my thanksgiving be pleasing and acceptable in Your sight, now and forever. Thank You, Jesus. Amen!

LightWord: “Know this: GOD is God, and God, GOD.”  Psalms 100:3 MSG In the story of the ten lepers, all ten were healed, but only one returned to appreciate Jesus, and his thanksgiving was counted as faith. True thanksgiving is not only about thanking God for what He does today, But also remembering His past faithfulness, acknowledging His goodness.  Our praise doesn’t make God become GOD, nor does our silence diminish who He is . He is God all by Himself and will forever be. Say this to yourself:  Father, I acknowledge that You are God all by Yourself. Grant me the grace to praise, honor, and bless You always. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

LightWord: “...Your faith has healed and saved you.”  Luke 17:19 MSG One of the greatest secrets to receiving God’s best is thanksgiving. For me, around 85 percent of my daily prayers are thanksgiving, because I’ve learned that  gratitude is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to experience His goodness . In Luke 17, ten lepers were healed, but only one returned to thank Jesus. And that thankful heart was counted as faith, he was the only one that was made whole by Jesus. ( Luke 17:15-19 ). Say this to yourself:  Father, thank You for all You have done for me and my family. I receive the grace to live a life of gratitude today. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen!

LightWord: “It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High: To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night.” Psalms 92:1-2 Every genuine desire begins with a heart that recognizes God’s goodness. Before asking God for more, learn to thank Him for what He has already done. Scripture says it is a good thing to give thanks, morning and night. Those who cultivate gratitude open the door to greater expressions of His favor . I’ve never seen a sincere worshipper stranded in life. I have seen diverse breakthroughs and testimonies in my life, and of many via genuine thanksgiving; you are the next. Say this to yourself: Lord Jesus, forgive me for every past wrong. Fill my heart with genuine gratitude and make me a sincere worshipper and thanksgiving giver. From today, I choose to praise You in every season of my life, trusting that You are leading me into the fulfillment of my desires, in Jesus’ name. Amen!

LightWord: “I bless GOD every chance I get; my lungs expand with his praise.” Psalms 34:1 MSG The psalmist said “I bless the Lord every chance I get,” because he knew every opportunity sustained by God was another opportunity to experience His goodness. That’s why he could say, “My lungs expand His praise.” It was like breathing for him, making room for more joy, more strength. So, I encourage you, bless God every chance you get. Let gratitude become your breath. Thank Him for His fingers and you will begin to see His hand at work in your life. Say this to yourself: Jesus, I bless You in every season. My lungs expand with Your praise, in Jesus’ name. Amen!