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Proverbs 13:4 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
Imagine a person who desires to grow in wisdom yet never takes the time to read, reflect, or seek understanding. Or someone who prays for creativity but refuses to engage their mind in deep thinking. Success in life, whether spiritual, academic, or professional, requires mental engagement. Our scripture reminds us that God has given us a sound mind, but this gift is only effective when we put it to use.
God expects you to be intentional about developing your mental capacity. Many struggle with fear, doubt, or complacency, not because they lack ability, but because they have not disciplined their minds. To engage your mind means to stretch it, train it, and task it in solving problems. Proverbs 4:7 says, “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.”
Today, refuse to let your mind remain idle. Challenge yourself to think beyond limitations and seek answers rather than excuses. Whether in your spiritual journey, career, or personal development, apply yourself to learning and executing with diligence. As you commit to stretching your mind, you will begin to walk in divine insight and breakthroughs. Hallelujah!
START-UP PRAYER
Father, in the name of Jesus, I thank You for giving me a sound mind, I ask for grace to be productive in my thinking and in all that I do, help me to be intentional in my plans and actions, that I may exude excellence and diligence in all aspects of my life. in Jesus’ name.
PRAYER FOR A NATION
CHILE
Catholicism was disestablished as the state church in 1925, however its influence is still strong, and 70% of people identify with the faith. Despite this, only 13% of Catholics regularly attend mass, and the society is moving further from traditions of the past. Social mores in areas such as divorce and cohabitation are becoming increasingly liberal, while crime, drug abuse, and materialism are also on the rise.
PRAYER FOR THE NATION
Father, we ask that you stir in the hearts of all believers in the land, a true consciousness of your presence and a hunger to seek you above all, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR THE LEADERS
Father, we commit the lawmakers of this nation into Your hands. Grant them wisdom as they draft and enact laws that will govern the nation, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR ISRAEL
Father, we pray that the Muslim Arabs will be delivered from the snare of Islam, and have a revelation of Jesus as the Son of God and risen Savior, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR UNITY IN THE CHURCH
Father, we ask that you synchronize the heart of every believer and unify our spirits to receive and submit to Your vision for us, in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR SOULS / REVIVAL
Father, in the name of Jesus we stand against the spirit of the power of the air, that is at work in the soul of the unsaved and we declare that the blood of Jesus is against you, in Jesus Name.
STUDY THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
-Numbers 14 & 15
– Psalm 66
– Luke 22
