The Gospel Diary

Text: Numbers 20:7–12   Theme: True leadership relies on faith in God’s word, not human effort or frustration.   📜 Key Verse: “Speak to that rock before their eyes and it will pour out its water.” — (Numbers 20:8) Hymn from Global Canticle  No. 4 (SEC 22): Highway of Holiness Isaiah 35:8 · Hebrews 12:1 • Rev 21:2   Suggested Tune: ST. DENIO Meter 11.11.11.11 • Key: D Major  1: Highway of holiness, radiant and clear, Path for the faithful, where none need to fear. The ransomed press forward, their voices unite, The journey is holy, their faith shining bright.  2: No lion shall wander, no foe shall remain, The way is protected, the pure shall sustain. The weary gain courage, the broken find rest, The pilgrim is guided, by mercy possessed.  3: From valley to mountain, from shadow to light, The Lord is our Leader, His path is our sight. The highway enduring, His promise is sure, The saints press forever, their...

📖 Bible Reading Genesis 12:7–8 (NLT):   “Then the Lord appeared to Abram and said, ‘To your descendants I will give this land.’ And he built an altar there to the Lord, who had appeared to him. After that, Abram traveled south and set up camp in the hill country, with Bethel to the west and Ai to the east. There he built another altar and dedicated it to the Lord, and he worshiped the Lord.”    🎷Opening Hymn from Global Canticle  No. 3 (Sec 18): Altar of My Heart Scripture: • Romans 12:1 • Malachi 3:3 • 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Key: D Minor Tune: Martyrdom  1: The altar of my yielding heart, Where holy fires burn bright; I lay my life, my every part, To walk in sacred light.  2: No lamb or grain of field I bring, But all I am and own; A living gift to Christ my King, To You and You alone.  3: Refine me in Your holy flame, Consume what must depart; And write upon my soul Your name, Upon my yielding heart.  4: From ashes rise a holy ...

☦️ Bible Reading Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV):   "Call me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." 🎷Hymn from Global Canticle Hymn Book   " The Stars Bow Low "  Scripture: Psalm 19:1 Meter: 7.7.7.7 Key: E Minor Tune: Celestial Wonder 1. The stars bow low before Your throne, Night sings what You have made known; Galaxies in silence ring, Worshiping the cosmic King. 2. Planets spin at Your command, Held within Your sovereign hand; Time and space obey Your voice, All creation must rejoice. 3. Comets blaze and moons arise, Echoing Your vast design; The heavens stretch beyond our gaze, Yet whisper still Your holy praise. 4. Though we walk this earthly sod,  We are crowned by You, O God;  Dust and glory intertwine—  Your image stamped in soul and mind. 📌Original Devotional Snapshot (2024): "Rejoice always, pray continu ally, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s...

Theme: Heaven’s Blueprint: Partnering with God Through Strategic Prayer 📜Opening Hymn   Hold My Heart (hymn #1 from Global Canticle Hymn Book) Theme: A personal cry for revival and surrender Scriptures: Isaiah 60:1 · Joel 2:28 Suggested Tune: Woodworth Meter: 8.8.8.8 Key: D Major. Hold my heart, O Lord of flame, Awake the soul that bears Your name. Let mercy rise, let grace descend, Revive the fire that never ends. You call the dry to dance again, You breathe on dust and stir the rain. So here I kneel, with hands held high, To feel Your wind, to hear Your cry. I’ve wandered far, I’ve lost the song, But still You chase, You pull me strong. Now let Your Spirit flood this place, And draw me near with roaring grace. No longer bound by fear or shame, I rise to walk in Jesus’ name. The grave is past, the dawn is near. Hold my heart and keep me here. 🧧🎖️🧧 ♿ Gospel Diary Trickle (G DT)     Refinement is not punishment—it’s preparation. God doesn’t burn to d...

Bible Reading:     -  "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." — John 14:27.     -  God’s peace is unlike anything the world can offer—unchanging, boundless, and rooted in His perfect love. Through intentional practices, we can experience this peace daily, even amid life's chaos. Here are ways to cultivate it: 1. Begin and End with Prayer:          -   Surrender your worries and thank God for His guidance. 2. Meditate on Scripture:    -  Anchor your thoughts in His promises. 3. Practice Gratitude:    -  Shift your focus to blessings. 4. Fellowship and Support:    -  Share burdens with fellow believers. 5. Worship:    -  Let music and praise uplift your spirit. 6. Cast Your Cares:    -  Trust God’s plan for you. 7. Embrace Silence:    ...

🌺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 Advent🔥 Advent is a special time to prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus Christ. As a believer, you must be part of this celebration. 🔥Bible Verse: Prepare the way for the Lord. Matthew 3:3 (NIV). 🔥Preparing Our Hearts: Reflect on these questions:  What am I grateful for this year? How can I serve others during Advent? 🔥Scripture: "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." - ( Psalm 119:105). 🔥Advent Traditions:  Advent Calendar: 24 days of reflection and prayer. Candles: Hope (Week 1),  Peace (Week 2),  Joy (Week 3),  Love (Week 4) Christmas Tree: Symbolizing eternal life and hope. 🔥Weekly Focus: Week 1 (Dec 3-9): Hope, Week 2 (Dec 10-16): Peace, Week 3 (Dec 17-23): Joy, Week 4 (Dec 24-30): Love. 🌟Call to Action: 1. Create an Advent calendar 2. Reflect on Scripture daily 3. Share kindness and love with others. 🔥Prayer: Lord, prepare our hearts to celebrate Your birth. Fill us with hope, peace, joy, and love. In ...

🙋‍♀️ Welcome to Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion Presented by Pastor Chris S. Akpan. Week 5, October 2024  🙋‍♀️ 🔖Bible Verse Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV). Bible Reading Luke 11:1-13, Matthew 6:5-15. 🌺 Testimony Prayer transformed my life. Through consistent communication with God, I've experienced peace, guidance, and strength in times of need.  - Sister Nneoma. 🎇 Practical Tips: 1. Set aside dedicated prayer time each day. 2. Create a prayer journal to track requests and answers. 3. Practice gratitude, thanking God for blessings. 4. Pray with faith, trusting God's sovereignty. 5. Incorporate scripture into prayers. 👉Word of  Encouragement: Deepen your relationship with God through prayer. He desires to commune with you. 🍁Declaring  Powerful Words: I declare that my prayer life is vibrant, consistent, and effective. God hears and answers me. 🍀 Me...

Gospel Diary Weekly Devotion Presented by Pst C. S. Akpan.  Week 2 – September 2024.   🌺Theme : The Power of Prayer🌺 Prayer isn’t just communication—it’s collaboration. It’s not just words—it’s warfare. When you pray, you’re not begging for attention—you’re stepping into divine strategy. You’re partnering with heaven to shape what happens next. 🧮 Storytelling Moment  In a small town, a mother named Grace prayed every morning at 5 a.m. for her son, who had wandered far from God. She didn’t see change for years. But one morning, she felt led to pray Isaiah 55:11: “My word will not return to me empty.” That same week, her son called—broken, repentant, ready to come home. He later said, “I don’t know why, but I woke up with this urge to call you.” Grace didn’t just pray—she partnered with heaven. Her intercession shaped a destiny. 🍁Bible Verse🍁  - “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.”...