The Gospel Diary

🌺Introduction🌺 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, today we would explore a topic that's crucial to our spiritual growth, and forever more. It's about working out our salvation, with fear and trembling, too. As Philippians 2:12-13 teaches us, in all we do. The Call to Spiritual Growth: As believers, we've been saved by God's amazing grace. But salvation is not just a one-time event, it's a lifelong pace. We're called to grow in our faith, to mature and to abound. To work out our salvation, with spiritual disciplines all around. The Importance of Obedience: Obedience is key to spiritual growth and might. For when we obey God's word, we're walking in His light. We're called to obey His commands, to follow His lead. To trust in His sovereignty, and His goodness. The Role of Spiritual Disciplines: Spiritual disciplines are essential, to our growth and our might. They help us to stay focused, on God's word and His light. Prayer, Bible study, and fe...

Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion, presented to you by Pst Chris Samuel. This is the forth week in the month of September 2024. Topic: A Call to Urgent Evangelism Bible Verse : "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." - Mark 16:15 (NIV) Bible Reading : Mark 16:15-20 "When the Lord Jesus had finished talking to them, he was taken up to heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. The disciples went out and preached everywhere, and the Lord worked with them and confirmed his word by the signs that accompanied it." Testimony : A remarkable testimony from a resurrected woman brings an urgent message: "The Chariots Are Ready!" This divine warning echoes through our hearts, beckoning us to share the Gospel with unprecedented urgency. A man shared his encounter with a pastor, revealing his wife's miraculous resurrection with a message from God, emphasizing the imminent return of Jesus. Practical Tips : 1. Share the Gospel with som...

Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion, presented to you by Pst Chris Samuel. This is the first week in the month of September 2024. Bible Verse : "For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." - Matthew 6:14 (NIV) Bible Reading : Matthew 6:14-15, Mark 11:25, Luke 17:3-4 Testimony : "I'll never forget the day I chose to forgive my father for abandoning me as a child. It was a painful and difficult process, but it was also liberating. Forgiveness didn't mean that what he did was okay, but it meant that I was no longer held captive by my anger and resentment. Since then, I've experienced a sense of peace and freedom that I never thought possible. Forgiveness is not always easy, but it's always worth it." - Christine Caine Practical Tips : 1. Let go of resentment and anger 2. Choose to forgive, even if it's hard 3. Seek reconciliation when possible 4. Remember that forgiveness is a process 5...

Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion, presented to you by Pst Chris Samuel. This is the fourth week in the month of August 2024. Bible Verse : "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever!" - Psalm 107:1 (NIV) Bible Reading : Read Psalm 107:1-22, focusing on the importance of gratitude in our relationship with God. Testimony : "I was trapped in a cycle of anxiety and depression, feeling lost and alone. But then I discovered the power of gratitude. I started writing down three things I was thankful for each day, and it transformed my life. At first, it felt like a chore, but soon I began to see the world in a new light. I realized that God was always present, even in the midst of struggles. My faith grew stronger, and I learned to trust Him more. Gratitude became my anchor, helping me navigate life's challenges. I still have tough days, but now I face them with hope and confidence. I urge everyone to embrace gratitude, it's been a lifesave...

Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion, presented to you by Pst Chris Samuel. This is the second week in the month of August 2024. Bible Verse:   And this is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. - 1 John 5:14 (ESV). Bible Reading :  Take a few minutes to read Matthew 6:5-15, where Jesus teaches his disciples about the importance of prayer. Testimony : During a particularly difficult time in my life, I felt lost and alone. My mother had passed away, and I was struggling to come to terms with the loss.  One day, while walking through a park, I stumbled upon a small chapel. I went inside and found a quiet corner to sit and pray. I poured out my heart to God, asking for comfort and guidance.  As I prayed, I felt a sense of peace wash over me. I realized that God was with me, even in my darkest moments.  From that day on, I made prayer a regular part of my daily routine. It has helped me build a ...

Welcome to the Gospel Diary, the first ever weekly devotion by Pst Chris S. Akpan. Bible Verse : "And I will give you the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven. Whatever you lock on earth will be locked in heaven, and whatever you open on earth will be opened in heaven." (Matthew 16:19, NLT) Bible Reading: "So, you see, it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that there is a God and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him." (Hebrews 11:6, NLT) Also, consider reading Hebrews 11:1, Romans 10:17, and Matthew 17:20 for further inspiration. My Personal Testimony : I am a living example of the power of faith. Through faith, I have been blessed with a permanent job since April 1st, 2004. Here's how it happened: In early March 2004, I attended a night prayer where I received a word from God to fast for three days. The first day, I fasted from 6 am to 9 pm, the second day from 6 am to 12 pm, and the third day from 6 am to 6...