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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Sunday 11th January 2026

*A PERSON WHO HONOURS*

*Scripture Reading:* Ephesians 6

> _"Honour your father and mother," which is the first commandment with promise: "that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth." *Ephesians 6:2-3*_

God gives us parents not just to birth us biologically but also to birth His godly character in us. Not all parents can produce a godly character in us.

Sometimes the people who physically give birth to us are not the same people who help us to develop our spiritual or professional life. As such, the descriptions ‘father and mother’ are not just limited to our natural parents; they also extend to our spiritual, social and professional mentors who have invested value in our lives.

When people have made valuable investments in us, it is only reasonable that we find appropriate ways to honour them and show our appreciation to them.

God is very committed to this process of showing gratitude and gives us two promises if we honour our ‘father and mother’:

- *It will be well with you.* This is a promise to make our lives turn out well. It means that God will cause all things to work out for our good and will grant us a fruitful life.

- *You will live long.* This is a promise to make us live our lives to the full and enjoy the fullness of life. It is not just about living long but living well and fully.

The opposite of that promise is that when we fail to honour our ‘father and mother’, we deny ourselves the fullness of God’s abundant life here on the earth. Why don’t you take advantage of this promise by reaching out to your ‘father and mother’ to honour them?

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, you are the Source of my life. Bless and prosper those you have invested in my life. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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*LIVING WORD DEVOTIONAL*
_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Saturday 10th January 2026

*LISTEN TO GOD’S VOICE*

*Scripture Reading:* John 10

> _My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. *John 10:27-28*_

Sheep are simple creatures surrounded by a very harsh world. In the days of Jesus, the sheep had predators such as wolves, bears and lions. In addition, thieves and robbers came into the sheepfold to steal, kill, or destroy the sheep. The sheep also had to contend with various life-threatening diseases in the field.

The method of the predators was to snatch the sheep from the shepherd. The thieves tried to trick the sheep by imitating the voice of the shepherd and the sicknesses and diseases weakened them until they perished.

Jesus used this analogy of the sheep and the shepherd to teach us about the kind of relationship that must exist between Him and us. He is the shepherd; we are the sheep. As the sheep is threatened by so many enemies, we also have enemies who want to snatch us from the hand of the shepherd, afflict us with diseases and destroy us.

How do we survive?

* Know the voice of the Lord.

* Follow the Lord obediently.

* Trust in the Lord’s protection.

God speaks to us daily through the Bible, the Holy Spirit and through His anointed servants who study and share God’s word with us. At least once, in every sermon, God breaks through the words of the preacher and speaks directly to the people. It may be in a single sentence or in just one phrase.

Let us pay attention to His voice.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, you are my Instructor. Teach me to hear your voice and follow when you call. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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*LIVING WORD DEVOTIONAL*
_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Friday 9th January 2026

*PRODUCE RESULTS*

*Scripture Reading:* Luke 13

> _He also spoke this parable: "A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. 7 Then he said to the keeper of his vineyard, 'Look, for three years I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree and find none. Cut it down; why does it use up the ground?' *Luke 13:6-7*_

Jesus used parables to teach important lessons about how the kingdom of God operates. The God of love, mercy and compassion is also a God of knowledge, discernment and judgment. In this parable, He opens our eyes to God’s expectations for us and His attitude to productivity.

▪ God the Father is the owner of the vineyard

▪ The fig tree represents our lives

▪ The vineyard represents the place where God has planted us

The owner of the vineyard came looking for fruit. God designed us with tremendous care. Into each life, He has carefully invested unique gifts and strengths to enable us to function as beneficial citizens of the world. In addition to that, He also plants us in places where we can use our gifts to bless others.

When God invests His treasure in our lives, He expects to reap results. He comes to the place where He planted us to see whether we are bearing fruit or just existing and complaining about the challenges confronting us.

God’s attitude to the unfruitful fig tree is uncompromising: ‘cut it down; why does it use up the ground?’ Tough words, but they reveal to us the heart of God. He evaluates our actions and judges the output of our lives.

When we are productive with our lives, we please the Lord and court His favour. He adds up and amplifies the fruit we yield as we diligently put His investments in our lives to work. Resolve to be results-oriented. Seek to achieve something tangible and meaningful with the gift of life and the many opportunities that God is giving you this year.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, help me to make the most of all that you have invested in me. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Thursday 8th January 2026

*SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY*

*Scripture Reading:* John 4

> _Do you not say, 'There are still four months and then comes the harvest'? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest! *John 4:35*_

Most of us are familiar with the often-repeated quote of the 18th-century English poet and dramatist, Edward Young - ‘Procrastination is the thief of time’. To procrastinate is to postpone or put off doing something you intend to do.

In today’s scripture, Jesus exhorts His disciples to change their perspective of the conditions around them and to take the initiative to seize the ripe opportunities. He says to them, ‘The fields are already white for harvest’.

Many times, we miss out on great opportunities because we fail to act at the most opportune time. We keep deceiving ourselves that there will always be enough time for us to do the things we want to do.

Sometimes, actions that should have been taken remain untaken for days, months, years and decades till, sadly, we grow old and tired. Only then do we realise that we have not made the most of our time on earth.

Procrastination can be caused by over-confidence, laziness, fear or indecision. It is fed by our excuses. When we accept God’s challenge and ask for His help, He gives us the power to jump over seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

Remember that although the year is still young, it is already eight days old. ‘The fields are already white for harvest’. Get in and start harvesting.

Do not postpone till tomorrow, the things that you must do today.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, help me to do the things I must do. Quicken me by your Spirit to be firm in my actions. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Wednesday 7th January 2026

*PROFITABLE LIFE*

*Scripture Reading:* Isaiah 48

> _Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, The Holy One of Israel: "I am the LORD your God, Who teaches you to profit, Who leads you by the way you should go. *Isaiah 48:17*_

God wants each of us to live a profitable life. He wants our lives to yield an increase in all areas. One of the areas of our lives where we need to experience God’s increase is in our finances.

All of us use money as a medium of exchange to meet our needs. Without sufficient money, our lives on earth can be very miserable and unfulfilling.

The scriptures present God as both the source and the giver of true wealth and riches. In our reading today, the Lord offers to do two things for us in relation to wealth creation and management: first, He teaches us to profit and secondly, He leads us in the way we should go.

God can teach us how to make the most strategic and profitable use of the abilities and opportunities we have in life. He is also able to guide us with the wisdom to make the right choices and to manage the resources available to us.

Making and managing wealth profitably requires more than a good education or a fat salary. It requires a disciplined adherence to both spiritual and natural laws and processes.

Here are a few good rules to live by:

▪ Give your offerings to God consistently

▪ Work diligently

▪ Constantly upgrade your skills to increase your earning capacity

▪ Save and wisely invest at least ten per cent of your income regularly

▪ Practice the art of living well on less

▪ Understand and use the financial markets

▪ Develop and follow a long-term financial plan

▪ Pray for God’s favour

As we follow these principles with commitment and in faith, we can look to the Lord to increase us financially this year and always.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, I ask for financial wisdom. Teach me how to use my talents and opportunities profitably. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Tuesday 6th January 2026

*GOOD HEALTH*

*Scripture Reading:* 3 John

> _Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers._ 3 John 2

We need sound bodies to do the things we want to do this year. It takes physical energy, drive and wellness to accomplish much with the time we have.

Throughout the scriptures, God promises us health and healing as part of His covenant relationship with us. God wants us to be well. Being the creator of our bodies, He has the power to restore the body back to working order when it malfunctions.

Knowing God as Healer should not deceive us into recklessly handling our bodies. As the temple of the Holy Spirit, we must treat our bodies with respect for both the divine and natural laws of health. These include what we eat and drink, the hygienic conditions in which we live and the way we guard our minds and thoughts. We need to keep our bodies strong and healthy in order to carry out the assignments that the Lord has given to us.

Here are some ideas on things you can do this year to improve your health and keep your mind and body functioning optimally.

▪ Claim the promises of God for health and long life

▪ Cut down on fat and sugar in your diet

▪ Drink a lot of clean water

▪ Don’t eat late at night

▪ Exercise for at least thirty minutes, twice a week

▪ Take an annual vacation of at least two weeks in a year

▪ Every night before you sleep, cast your anxieties upon the Lord and trust Him with your cares

May the Lord keep us well and healthy in 2026 as we also take personal responsibility to ensure we are fit and sound.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, I commit my body to you. Surround me with good health from the top of my head to the soles of my feet. In Jesus’ name, Amen._

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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Monday 5th January 2026

*RIGHT RELATIONSHIPS*

*Scripture Reading:* Psalm 133

> _Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, running down on the beard, the beard of Aaron, running down on the edge of his garments. It is like the dew of Hermon, descending upon the mountains of Zion; For there the LORD commanded the blessing--Life forevermore_ *Psalm 133:1-3*

Our vision for 2026 is linked to the kinds of relationships we have and build. We cannot achieve everything on our own. We need the right kind of relationships.

We are linked to others in this life by relationships. We give and receive from the people we relate with. Positive relationships energise us whilst negative relationships drain us of strength. The quality of our relationships is crucial to the quality of the lives we live.

There are permanent relationships in our lives and others which are transitional. The permanent ones include your parents, siblings, spouse and children. The transitional ones include schoolmates, work colleagues and neighbours. Don’t accord transitional relationships prime importance unless you have spent time evaluating them and find them deserving of that status.

To make the most of your relationships, it is important to evaluate each one rightly and invest quality in them. Some people in your life must move from the place of importance you have given them for the right relationships to flourish. There are people you give priority to who do not deserve the place of preference you give to them.

We must put the right value on the right relationships. People who matter to us must be treated as such.

Here are some ways to make the most of your vital relationships:

▪ Spend quality time with your spouse and children

▪ Honour your father and mother in practical ways

▪ Express your gratitude to two people who helped you along in life

▪ Cultivate a relationship with a mentor

▪ Make time for someone who needs your help

Remember that you get out of relationships, what you invest in them.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, surround me with right relationships. Help me to put the right value on the right relationships. In Jesus’ name, Amen._

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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Sunday 4th January 2026

*SET RIGHT PRIORITIES*

*Scripture Reading:* Matthew 6

> _Therefore, do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' "For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. *Matthew 6:31-33*_

Often, we become overwhelmed by too many things. Modern life tends to be cluttered with too many things demanding our attention. The presence of cell phones and social media can cause us to run our lives in circles without achieving much for God and ourselves. That is why we need to have priorities.

Our vision and goals must be based on the right priorities. First things first. When we learn the alphabet, we begin with ‘A, B, C…’ When we learn numbers, we begin with ‘1, 2, 3…’ In both instances, we start at the point which will lead us to the next logical step and build on that foundation. In the same way, when we want to order our lives, we need to start from the point that will lead us to the next logical step and build on that.

Our Lord Jesus gave us the first thing to seek. He said our priorities must be set by putting the things of God first in our lives. In our rush to acquire the comforts of life, we are tempted to push the things of God onto the back burner. However, when we seek God first, all the other parts of our lives fall in place.

Here are some ways to make God first in your life:

- Read the Bible for at least ten minutes daily

- Pray a minimum of ten minutes daily

- Attend church services regularly

- Serve God with your time and talents

- Honour Christ with every choice you make

- Win one soul to Christ this year

- Generously support the work of God with your finances

Commit to taking these little steps regularly and you will gain momentum and go on to achieve so much this year.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, you are the priority of my life. Give me the grace to live my life in a way that pleases you. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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*LIVING WORD DEVOTIONAL*
_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Saturday 3rd January 2026

*SET NEW GOALS*

*Scripture Reading:* Proverbs 29

> _Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. *Proverbs 29:18*_

To make the most of the year, we must look ahead and work with specific targets. We need to have a vision for the year and set goals to achieve it.

- *Vision.* Where there is no vision, people perish. Vision is a clear picture of what you desire to achieve or experience in the future. We are sustained and kept on track in life by the quality of our vision. When we live our lives without any clear picture of where we are headed or what we want to do with the talents and opportunities we have, we waste the days and squander the gift of life that God has blessed us with.

- *Goals are part of a vision.* They are the vision broken down into achievable parts. We can use days, weeks, and months to set clear targets for our vision. When we do that, we can measure our progress as the days turn to weeks; and weeks turn to months.

Without a clear sense of where we are going and where we want to get to, we will settle for any destination. Without vision, we will accept anything that comes our way and allow other people to set the agenda for our lives.

The NIV renders today’s verse as, ‘Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint.” To cast off restraint is to have no guide or control. Can you imagine what would happen if there were no pipe to guide the water from the pump station into your house? That pipe acts as the ‘restraint’ that controls and guides the water from the pump station. Without it, the water will be wasted.

That is what vision is like. Without it, you waste your precious life. Don’t go through this year and the rest of your life without a clear vision. Invest your time in reflecting on what you want to do and achieve this year.

This year, God is calling on you to develop a vision that will provide guidance and direction for every effort you make and all the energy you spend.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, help me to live purposefully this year. Give me the discipline to follow through with your plan for my life. In Jesus’ name, *Amen.*_

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_By Pastor Mensa Otabil_

Thursday 1st January 2026

*WELCOME TO A NEW YEAR*

*Scripture Reading:* Joshua 3

> _Then the priests who bore the ark of the covenant of the Lord stood firm on dry ground in the midst of the Jordan; and all Israel crossed over on dry ground, until all the people had crossed completely over the Jordan._ *Joshua 3:17*

Welcome to the New Year! This is a new beginning. Every New Year signals a new opportunity for us to experience God’s grace in a fresh new way. Today, we stand at the beginning of a Year of Increase.

Usually, the last part of the year is full of activities and anticipation and then the New Year dawns and everything goes quiet. We enter, we pause and we think about what to do with the next 365 days.

There are three important expressions of the heart that can equip all of us to begin this New Year on a good note, enjoy a fulfilling year and end it well.

The first important expression is gratitude to God for the gift of life and the privilege of encountering a new year. Our lives and the dawn of this day are both gifts from the Lord, which must not be taken for granted.

Secondly, we must express confidence in the goodness of God. Many begin the New Year with anxiety, fearful of all the uncertainties ahead. But when we trust the promise of the Lord to ‘crown the year with (His) goodness’, our faith must rise in expectancy. His plans for us are for good and not for evil.

And finally, we must express our faith in God through prayer for His guidance in all the choices and decisions we will have to make throughout the year. When the Lord guides and orders our steps, He will navigate our paths past every trap set for us and bring us to the expected end.

*Prayer:* _Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of life and a New Year. I bring my life and that of my family under your covering, in Jesus’ name, Amen._

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