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The Connection between Faith and Gratitude.

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Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion, presented to you by Pst C. S. Akpan. This is the fourth week in the month of August 2024 uplifting version. Gospel Diary Trickle-B Psalmic Chant Style 🌾I lacked, but I believed — The cupboard was empty, but hope was full.   I gave thanks before the answer.   Gratitude became my provision.... Selah. 🥀I trembled, but I prayed.   The winds howled, but the Word stood still.   I lifted praise in the storm—  Faith anchored what fear tried to shake.... Selah 🌬️ 🌻I wandered, but I worshipped.   The path was hidden, but His voice led.   I sang with no map in hand—  Gratitude lit the way. Selah.🌿 🔥 I questioned, but I waited.   The silence was loud, but grace whispered.   I thanked Him in the quiet.  Faith grew roots in stillness. Selah!🌱 🌙 I fell, but I remembered...   The promise did not forget me.   I praised Him from the valley—...

The Role of Prayer in Building Faith.

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🖖Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion, presented to you by Pst Chris S. Akpan🌟 🆚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 stronger faith ...

Unlocking the Power of Faith: A Christian Guide.

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...