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  Evangelism as Warfarism " For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds.)" — 2 Corinthians 10:3–4 (KJV) When we think of evangelism, we often imagine sharing the Good News lovingly and gently — and rightly so. Yet, behind every soul that hears and receives the Gospel, a spiritual battle rages. Evangelism is more than just conversation; it is warfare. It is an invasion of enemy territory, a rescue mission where captives are freed from darkness into the marvelous light of Christ. Every time you declare the truth of Jesus, you challenge the lies that have taken root in people's hearts. Every prayer you pray for the lost, every seed of the Word you plant — these are acts of war against the powers of darkness. This is why Paul reminds us: our weapons are not carnal . We do not fight with anger, pride, or human strength. We fight with truth, lov...

  Evangelism or Crowd Gathering? " And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." — Mark 16:15 (KJV) In today’s world, it’s easy to mistake crowd gathering for true evangelism . A large audience may look impressive, but numbers alone do not reveal the work of the Spirit. Jesus did not command us to gather crowds — He commanded us to make disciples , to preach the Gospel , and to lead souls into life-changing encounters with God . True evangelism is not about building our reputation, filling seats, or gaining applause. It is about souls — broken, lost, searching souls — meeting the living Christ through the message we proclaim. Crowd gathering seeks attention . Evangelism seeks transformation . Crowd gathering entertains and stirs emotions for a moment. Evangelism confronts hearts with truth and invites repentance that leads to eternal life. When Jesus preached, yes, crowds followed — but He never adjusted His mess...

  Called to Spread the Gospel of Peace " And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace ;" — Ephesians 6:15 (KJV) As believers, we are not only called to receive the peace of Christ — we are also commissioned to carry it into the world. When Paul described the armor of God, he included the "preparation of the gospel of peace" as something we must wear on our feet. This imagery reminds us that everywhere we go, we should walk as messengers of God's peace. The gospel we preach is not one of confusion, fear, or strife. It is good news: that through Jesus Christ, humanity can be reconciled to God and to one another. In a world plagued by conflict, division, and anxiety, the message of peace is desperately needed. It is a peace that surpasses all human understanding (Philippians 4:7) — a peace rooted not in circumstances, but in the person of Christ. When we share the gospel, we are not merely spreading information; we are offering a new way of...

                           Title: Gospel of Peace (Shoes ) Scripture : - and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. Eph.6.15 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Devotional Thought : In the armor of God, our feet are equipped with shoes that represent the gospel of peace. This piece of armor symbolizes stability, readiness, and a foundation rooted in peace. Walking in Peace is being r ooted in Christ- Our peace comes from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. For our feet to be shod is to be g uided by the word of God- the Scripture: God's Word provides wisdom and direction for our lives. Walking in peace is to be e mpowered by the Holy Spirit for witnessing the Gospel- The Spirit gives us strength and guidance to walk in peace. Some of the characteristics of Walking in Peace is  Confidence and assurance of D...

Welcome to My Blog! Welcome to Faith Reflections! I’m Reverend Ayodeji Michael Ayodele, and I’m so glad you’re here. This blog is dedicated to sharing daily devotionals, inspiring Bible studies, and encouraging messages to help you grow in your spiritual journey. My desire is to see believers strengthened in faith, walking closely with God, and living out their divine purpose every day. Here, you will find: Daily Devotionals to uplift your spirit Scriptural Reflections to deepen your Bible understanding Practical Faith Tips for your everyday life Whether you are new to the faith, seeking deeper understanding, or looking for daily encouragement, there’s something here for you. Thank you for visiting! I pray that each post will bless you, inspire you, and draw you closer to God. Be sure to check back daily for fresh messages, and feel free to reach out through the Contact Page if you have questions, prayer requests, or testimonies to share. Stay blessed, and may the...

Saturday 26th April 2025 Title: "It Shall Be Well With the Righteous" Scripture: “Say to the righteous that it shall be well with them, For they shall eat the fruit of their doings. Woe to the wicked! It shall be ill with him, For the reward of his hands shall be given him.” — Isaiah 3:10–11 (NKJV) Devotional Message: Righteousness as the spiritual breastplate is like the simple law and order of give and take. In a world filled with uncertainty, chaos, and compromise, the voice of God breaks through with a timeless assurance: “Say to the righteous that it shall be well with them.” This is more than just a comforting phrase—it is a divine promise. God's protection is assured on the righteous. He gaurds them like the apple of His hands.  When we walk righteously before Him,  He's delighted, and will go the extra miles to keep the arrow of the enemy away from us. The righteous are those who walk in God’s ways, who choose obedience, integrity, and truth, even wh...

 Friday,  25th April 2025. Title: The Breastplate of Righteousness – Guarding Your Heart Scripture: “ Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness.” – Ephesians 6:14 (NKJV) Devotional Thought: Today, we will continue to the second Armour as stated by Paul- The Breastplate of Righteousness. The breastplate in a soldier’s armor that protects vital organs—especially the heart. In spiritual warfare, the Breastplate of Righteousness guards our hearts from condemnation, deception, and the accusations of the enemy.  The word of God enjoined us to guard our hearts with all diligence- This implies in a way that we should strive to live righteously as righteousness is the shield with which we guard our hearts.  This righteousness is not our own. It is the righteousness of Christ, imputed to us by faith (Philippians 3:9). When we put on this breastplate, we’re choosing to live out that righteousness daily—walking in...

 Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 Title: The Belt of Truth – Standing Firm in a Shifting World Scripture: “ Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth…” – Ephesians 6:14a Devotional Thought: Today by the grace of God we'll return to our study on spiritual warfare as we take on each of the armours of faith as emphasized by Paul in Ephesians. To effectively combat the main adversary of our faith and purpose, we must fight God's way and with His provided strategies using His predetermined Armours. Before any soldier puts on armor, they fasten the belt. In Paul’s day, a Roman soldier’s belt secured the rest of the armor in place. Without it, the whole structure would be unstable. In spiritual warfare, truth is that foundation. The foundation on which our faith is built, is Christ- The Truth, the Way and the Life. John 14:6.  He is our Cornerstone and Rock of salvation on Whom alone we build. In a world of confusion, deception, and half-truths, we need the unchanging t...

 Thursday 24th April 2025. Title: Of a Foundation Laid on Falsehood Scripture Focus: – "Now when they fall, they shall be aided with a little help; but many shall join with them by intrigue."  Daniel 11:34  Devotional Thought It is a tragedy that many believers today build their faith on a faulty foundation— a foundation of falsehood . There is no genuine repentance , no transformation of the heart—just religious performance and pretence. Many wear the appearance of godliness but deny its power. Faith becomes a show, not a surrender. We cannot win spiritual battles when our hearts and minds are not aligned with the truth of God's Word . God cannot be deceived. He sees beyond our words into the true condition of our hearts. “ The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let everyone who names the name of Christ depart from iniquity.” — 2 Timothy 2:19 In spiritual warfare, righteousness and truth are not optional—they are foundational . God is not looking for cro...

 Easter Tuesday,  22 April 2025. Title: The Power of a Risen Life Scripture: Galatians 2:20 – “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.” Devotional Thought: Easter isn’t just a weekend. It is not just a festival or ceremony. It’s a lifestyle. The resurrection wasn’t meant to be celebrated once a year—it’s meant to be lived every day. Our faith is established on the resurrection,  so our daily life should reflect the new life experience it brings.  When Christ rose, He gave us more than forgiveness. He gave us Himself. He didn't just die to atone our sins but to raise us up in victory over and above the power of the flesh, sin and death. The risen life is one where Jesus lives through us. His peace becomes our strength. His wisdom becomes our direction. His Spirit becomes our power. The challenge is...

  Easter Monday, 21 April 2025  Living the Resurrection Life Scripture: Romans 6:4 – “Just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.” Devotional Thought The resurrection is not just a past event—it’s a present power. Easter changes everything. Christ’s victory over death is not only our assurance of eternity, but also our call to live differently today. Resurrection power isn’t only for the future—it’s for right now. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead dwells in us, enabling us to walk in freedom, boldness, and purpose. Easter Monday reminds us that the story didn’t end at the empty tomb—it continues in the lives of those who believe. It’s time to rise with Him into the life He died to give. Walk in resurrection power. Let your choices reflect the victory of Christ. Live as someone who has crossed from death to life. Reflection: Am I living daily in the power of Christ’s resurrection? ...

Date: Easter Sunday – April 20, 2025 <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-8669748632238163"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> Title: He Is Risen! Scripture: “ He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.” – Matthew 28:6 Devotional Thought: Easter morning dawned with the impossible made real: Jesus rose from the dead. The sealed tomb was broken open—not to let Jesus out, but to let the world in to witness victory. The silence of Saturday was shattered by resurrection power. Death lost its sting. The grave lost its hold. And hope came rushing back into the hearts of all who believed. The resurrection is not just an event—it’s a reality we live in . Because He lives, we have hope in suffering, strength in weakness, and assurance in uncertainty. It’s the foundation of our faith, the fuel for our mission, and the final word over sin and death. ...

 Date: Holy Saturday – April 19, 2025 Title: The Silence of Saturday Scripture: “ So they went and made the tomb secure, sealing the stone and setting the guard.” – Matthew 27:66 “O Lord, why do You cast off my soul? Why do You hide Your face from me ?” – Psalm 88:14 Devotional Thought: Holy Saturday often goes unnoticed. It’s a day between the sorrow of the cross and the joy of resurrection. A day of silence. Stillness. Waiting. Jesus’ body lay in a tomb. The disciples were scattered and afraid. Heaven seemed quiet. All hope, buried. But silence is not the same as absence. God was still working. His plan had not failed—it was in motion. In the stillness of that Saturday, something powerful was happening behind the scenes: death was being disarmed, and the keys of the grave were being taken back. Many of us experience our own “silent Saturdays”—seasons where prayers feel unanswered and God seems far. Yet, just like then, He is closer than we think. He is working in t...

  Date: Good Friday – April 18, 2025 Title: The Power of the Cross  Scripture: “ But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed.” – Isaiah 53:5 “So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, ‘It is finished!’ And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.” – John 19:30 Devotional Thought: On a day like this,  the Good Friday, we remember the greatest sacrifice in human history. Jesus endured betrayal, mockery, beating, and crucifixion—not for His own sin, but for ours. He took our place,  paid for our debt and died on our behalf. Every nail, every wound, every drop of blood declared God’s love for humanity. When Jesus cried out, “It is finished,” He wasn’t declaring defeat. He was announcing victory. The debt of sin was paid. The veil was torn. The path to God was opened forever. Salvation for all was assured.  Eternal life was brought to h...

Thursday, 17 April 2025 Spiritual Warfare – Winning the Invisible Battles Scripture: “ For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds.” – 2 Corinthians 10:3–4 Devotional Thought: Not every battle you face is physical. Many are unseen—spiritual, emotional, and mental. Yet these invisible battles can leave us weary, confused, and discouraged if we try to fight them with fleshly weapons: anger, arguments, fear, or any form of human tactics. 1Cor.9.26 - Therefore I run thus: not with uncertainty. Thus I fight: not as one who beats the air. But believers are not left defenseless. The Spirit gives us access to mighty weapons : prayer, the Word, worship, discernment, and divine authority. These are not ordinary tools—they are empowered by God to tear down strongholds and break chains. 2Cor.10.4 - For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling d...

Wednesday 16th April 2025 <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-8669748632238163"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> Title: Divine Strategy – Victory Comes from the Spirit’s Guidance Scripture: “ For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.” – Romans 8:14 (NKJV) Devotional Thought: Every great victory in Scripture began with a word from God. Joshua didn’t march around Jericho out of human wisdom—it was a divine instruction. David didn’t charge into battle without first inquiring of the Lord. Paul didn’t launch his missionary journeys based on logic, but through the Spirit’s promptings. In every season, God's strategy always surpasses human reasoning. The Spirit not only reveals what to do but when and how . In times of uncertainty, delay, or decision, the Spirit of God offers divine precision. He leads us not just to survival, but to supernatural success. Man...

  Title: Beyond Human Effort – Carnal Efforts Lead to Frustration Scripture: “ It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. ” – John 6:63 Devotional Thought: We live in a world that celebrates effort, hustle, and self-reliance. While diligence has its place, Jesus reminds us in John 6:63 that true life doesn’t come from the flesh—it comes from the Spirit. Even the most well-intentioned religious efforts will lead to frustration if they are not birthed and sustained by the Holy Spirit. How often do we find ourselves doing the right things —praying, serving, leading—yet feeling drained, disillusioned, or burnt out? It’s not that the actions are wrong, but the source of our strength matters. Carnal efforts—those based on human wisdom, pride, or the desire to impress—lead us in circles. But when the Holy Spirit is our source, everything shifts. We receive divine strength, insight, and joy in our service. Our burden becomes light, and our work fruitful. Hannah, i...

  Empowered from Above – God’s Power Works Through the Spirit Scripture Focus: “ For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds.” – 2 Corinthians 10:4 Devotional Thought: In today 's devotional, we will continue our study on the Invisible war. Many believers find themselves trapped in cycles they desperately want to break—habits that hinder, fears that paralyze, wounds that never seem to heal. These are not merely surface issues; they are spiritual strongholds. And Paul reminds us in 2 Corinthians 10:4 that these strongholds cannot be overcome with human effort. We need divine intervention. The good news is this: God has not left us to fight alone. Through the Holy Spirit, we have access to power that demolishes these strongholds. It’s not about how strong we are, but how surrendered we are. When we stop striving in our own strength and lean on the Spirit; chains break, minds are renewed, and hearts are restored. In Luke 10:1–19...

  Here Comes the King Main Scripture: “See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey.” – Zechariah 9:9 A Moment of Glory, A Message of Peace We pause a bit today to examine the Triumphant entry of Christ to Jerusalem. The streets were alive with expectation. Crowds lined the road, waving palm branches and laying down their cloaks. The air rang with shouts of “Hosanna to the Son of David!” as Jesus entered the city—not on a warhorse, but on a donkey. This humble entrance was no accident. It was the fulfillment of ancient prophecy and a powerful statement about the kind of King He is. Many expected a political hero, someone to overthrow Roman rule. But Jesus came for something deeper: the redemption of hearts, the reconciliation of humanity with God. Jesus didn’t come with swords and armies. He came with peace, humility, and authority that heaven recognized even when earth did not. The crowd celebrated, but many would later turn away when their expectations we...

  The Invisible War – Our Enemy Is Spiritual Scripture: “ For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh.” – 2 Corinthians 10:3 Devotional Thought Have you ever wondered why things look so difficult, heavy and tough despite all your efforts, labour, commitment and sacrifices. Every day, we encounter situations that test our patience, shake our confidence, and challenge our peace. It might be an argument with a loved one, an unexpected loss, or an overwhelming wave of anxiety. On the surface, these may appear to be purely emotional or circumstantial, but the Apostle Paul urges us to look deeper. In 2 Corinthians 10:3 , Paul makes a powerful distinction: though we live in human bodies and navigate a physical world, our true warfare is not rooted in the physical realm . This is echoed in Ephesians 6:12 , where he writes, “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this a...