By: Phil Adams/Vitalis Ugoh Calabar
“God cannot lie. He is not a man. He cannot be mocked. But when He does a thing for you and you gives Him gratitude, He does more. That is who God is – Alleluia!”
“God cannot lie. He is not a man. He cannot be mocked. But when He does a thing for you and you gives Him gratitude, He does more. That is who God is – Alleluia!”
Every theme during Friday’s Service has its significance or benefit so to say. And November 1st, Friday, 2024 was actually unique according to the theme.
From the Minister’s prayer till the close of service, it was thanksgiving, appreciation and contentment all through, Amen.
The spirit of gratitude representing God himself, took the heart of believers as their mindset, attitude and heart posture overwhelmed all their burdens.
Embracing life’s blessings with humility and joy was the order of the day. The spirit was high and His presence manifested in glory.
The Intercessory prayer points were raised by the son of the Prophet, Victor Onen as directed by the Holy Spirit. It was a thing of the spirit – Alleluia.
He began by raising a song in thanksgiving to God in appreciation, saying He is a good God. His blessings,protection and provisions are unwavering.
Oh Lord God, in today’s service, do something in my life that will make give gratitude to you – Amen, give me the heart of gratitude, I receive grace to show gratitude on my life, scatter every power hindering my gratitude to you and do something in my life in the remaining days of the year.
Oh Lord God, do something extraordinary in my life in this service, whatever evil that November has, it shall not see me and my family, every demonic assignment against me and my family shall not stand in Jesus Name Amen, I command that the month of November must favor me and my house hold. There shall be testimonies, celebration, goodness and blessings.
The Prophet in the House, God’s own general, Prophet Sunday Obi, came entirely a different person. Not perturbed by the emptiness of the church at that particular time, began to appreciate his God. He danced as usual to the choir stand and worshipped His God.
At this point, the choir took over and worshipped for thirty minutes to appreciate God’s Blessings, goodness, provisions and protection.
This segment was glorious and awesome. The spirit of God came down in full manifestation. The was a clear signal for the Prophet to flow, but with humility, he invited the guest speaker, Eld. Mrs. Eno Akpan to Minister the word- Amen.
She spoke on the theme “the power of gratitude”.Psalm 100:4-5 “Enter His gates with thanksgiving.and1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances to back up her teaching.
She urges us to shift focus by giving thanks to God always rather than paying attention to our perceived problems.
Gratitude prepares our heart to receive God’s blessings.
“We must be humble by acknowledging God’s sovereignty and provision create awareness by noticing blessings, big or smale, appreciate by valuing relationships, experiences, and material blessings, expression via verbale gratitude through prayer, praise, or thanksgiving and must cultivate a positive and optimistic outlook.
Benefits of a Spirit of Gratitude amongst others, strengthens faith and trust in God, Fosters contentment and joy, Encourages humility and recognition of God’s sovereignty, Promotes positive relationships and social connections and Enhances mental and emotional well-being.
She enjoins us to make gratitude as a powerful force in our lives
Keep a gratitude journal, share gratitude with others, practice thanksgiving in prayer, Celebrate blessings, no matter how small and reflect on Scripture’s gratitude themes.
The following Bible verses are useful, Psalm 95:2-3 – “Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving.”, Philippians 4:6-7 – “With thanksgiving, let your requests be made known.1 Chronicles 16:34 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good.”
She invited those who have not given their lives to Jesus to do so as there may be no more opportunity as she appreciated God for choosing her to minister during the service.
Singing “Original God”, the giant of Africa, Prophet Sunday Obi, began to give gratitude to God the Father, God the Son and God the spirit.
He says you must be obedient, offer to God, prayerful and appreciate people God has used to touch you.
Obi cited examples of great men in the Bible such as David, Noah, Jacob, Deborah and Moses. In everything, give thanks to God.
According to him, “God is greater than any situation or problem”.
The Prophet read out Bible verses to back up his explanation. Psa7:17/91:1/35:18/69:30/95:20.
He sang to the glory of God as he moved into the congregation sorting out people with challenges.
Their gratitudes, drew God’s attention upon their lives. They got their instant healing, deliverance, blessings and prophetic messages.
Highlights of the service includes, the blessing of the Choir, children and three Ministers serving the Prophet directly for more grace.
Earlier, Apostle Ubong Thompson, had presented the corporate prayers according to the theme of the service.
He prayed according to Psa: 106:5/149:5-6/Isa59:29.
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As they cultivate the spirit of gratitude, God wiped away their bad situations – Alleluia!.
Thank God!
