Morning Devotions with Pastor Michael
Planting Hope Academy in association with The Campus Church
Mending Hearts, Transforming Lives
Scripture:
”This is the day the Lord has made;
We will rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24 (KJV)
Message:
Each new morning is a divine gift wrapped in God’s mercy and opportunity. Whatever yesterday held—pain, loss, or regret—today offers a fresh canvas for hope, healing, joy, but also for obedience.
Dear friends on Substack, I hope you won't mind, but I have to be obedient to the voice of the Holy Spirit when I say that I have a special message for someone reading this posting right now. You might be going through some 'stuff' right now that is hard for you to share. It may be that you have experienced more serious trials and struggles than you dare speak of, or that you have been let down by a friend or, worse, a partner or family member. Your life may have been impacted by the loss of a job, your wealth, your business or maybe you have lost someone dear to you.
At times, you might feel like even God has abandoned you, and the world seems to have rejected you, but today I want to encourage you my friend, and trust me when I say, I speak from a place of real-life experience, sympathy, and understanding, as I have experienced many of those emotions myself. I truly know what rejection, persecution, and hopelessness feel like; I have tasted it to the bone, so when I say I know what that feels like, I mean it! Though it's a place I would never wish upon my worst enemy, I can honestly confess to you that no matter how the world rejects, judges, and persecutes you, there is a God who will never leave you, nor will He forsake you. The Lord walks with the broken-hearted, and he crowns the humble with glory.
You are not defined by what you've lost but by Who has found you. Rise from out of the ashes today knowing that your journey is a weapon, and your scars are proof of God’s enduring grace. Your transformation, renewal and restoration will become a fortress that cannot be broken or overrun by the enemy, because when we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, He does’nt simply forgive us, He restores us, He strengthens us and turns us into a “beacon of light” that shines and glows in the darkness of this world. A light that will lead and guide others to His glory and His eternal life.
So rise, my dear friend, and tell the devil He is a liar and a thief that has already been defeated. You will not lie down, you will fall and you will not be beaten because you stand on the Word of God which says, “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.” — Galatians 2:20 (NKJV)
May God bless you and may God make His face to shine upon you and give you peace.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the new mercies that come with every sunrise. Strengthen my brothers and sisters in Christ all around the world. Give them the power to walk in courage, integrity, and truth. Use them, Lord, as a vessel of healing to the brokenhearted and a voice to the voiceless. Give newness and hope to their thoughts and actions. Bring life, joy, and happiness into every moment, every hour and every day. Holy Spirit, lead and guide my friends and family that they may feel Your presence and Your power. Heal those who are sick right now. I speak life and divine healing into their bodies, and I command by Your authority, sacrifice and Your Word that declares by Your stripes we are healed in Jesus’ Name. We thank You Lord for this day, and every other day. We give You all the honor and the glory, for You are the King of kings and the Lord of lords. Amen.
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‘Mending Hearts, Transforming Lives’ is a comprehensive guide aimed at new and seasoned Christians and those seeking a deeper understanding of the Word of God. This book is crafted to illuminate the principles of practical Christian living, offering readers a clear path to a life filled with love, peace, and prosperity through unity, harmony and the understanding of God’s Word. Biblical principles and teachings expressed in this book were gained through the author's personal journey to soul transformation.
The book begins by addressing the foundational aspects of the Christian faith, emphasizing the transformative power of God's grace. The aim was to address fundamental issues and clarify confusions about who God is, and the truth behind major Christian principles and doctrines. Readers are shown that salvation is not earned by religious performance but is a gift freely given by Christ to anyone who seeks after the heart of God.
The book delves into the doctrines of the Trinity, salvation, baptism, grace, and our inheritance in Christ, dispelling common misconceptions and highlighting the true essence of the Christian faith. Furthermore, the book explores the power that works within believers, the same power that raised Christ from the dead. It emphasizes the necessity of understanding and harnessing this resurrection power to live victorious Christian lives in Christ. By accepting and walking in this power, believers can overcome sin and experience true ‘soul transformation.’
In addition to theological insights, the book provides practical advice on dealing with sin and temptation. It offers a balanced perspective on faith's righteousness versus self-righteousness, encouraging readers to rely on God's strength rather than their own. The teachings are grounded in Scripture, with frequent references from the Old and New Testaments to reinforce key points. Most importantly, the book expresses the battle of one man’s quest to seek a heartfelt transformation through the struggles with earthly sin, worldly desires, human failures, and fleshly shortcomings.
The book addresses the ‘manifold grace’ of God, highlighting its various dimensions and applications in the life of a believer. It calls for a heart fully persuaded of its righteousness through Christ, leading to a life free from the struggle with sin and temptation and more focused on fellowship and our relationship with Christ.
Ultimately, ‘Mending Hearts, Transforming Lives’ is a call to embrace the fullness of God's grace, live in the power of the resurrection, and work towards unity and harmony within the body of Christ to bring all people, from all nations, cultures and races to a place of transformational discipleship through Christ. It is a guide that will inspire you to want to live a life worthy of the unconditional love and blessings promised to us in God’s Word. With its blend of theological depth and practical application, this book is poised to make a significant impact on believers and non-believers alike, guiding them towards a life that honours God and fosters a harmonious and prosperous world.
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What a beautiful and soul-filling read 🌹
That's real preaching.