LIVING EACH DAY IN DIVINE PURPOSE By: Major Frank Materu
Key Scripture: Psalm 118:24 - "This is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it."
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INTRODUCTION
Every day that we live is a divine gift from God, a unique opportunity to walk in His will and experience His presence. However, many believers struggle with anxiety, fear, and discouragement, failing to fully embrace each day with gratitude. The old nature—the carnal mind—constantly wars against the Spirit, seeking to rob us of peace and joy. The key to overcoming this struggle is surrendering each day to the Lord, resisting the enemy’s tactics, and maintaining a heart of thanksgiving.
This message calls us to live each day in divine purpose, recognizing that our lives are not our own but belong to God. We are to trust in His will, embrace His mercies, and walk in obedience, allowing His presence to guide us.
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THE DAILY GIFT OF GOD
Each day is handcrafted by God, given to us as an opportunity to fulfill His purpose. Rather than dreading or resisting the day, we must accept it with joy and thanksgiving. When we acknowledge that our lives are in His hands, we are set free from worry and fear.
Lamentations 3:22-23 - "Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness."
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THE DANGER OF THE CARNAL MIND
The old nature is hostile to the things of God, constantly tempting believers to live in anxiety, doubt, and self-reliance. If left unchecked, the carnal mind will lead us away from God’s peace and into unnecessary burdens.
Romans 8:6 - "For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace."
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SUBMISSION TO GOD BRINGS VICTORY
When we surrender each day to the Lord and resist the enemy’s attempts to distract and discourage us, we gain victory. The enemy flees when we take our stand in faith, choosing to abide in Christ rather than in fear.
James 4:7 - "Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you."
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JESUS AS OUR DAILY LIGHT
Darkness may surround us, but Jesus is our everlasting light. As we trust Him, He illuminates our path, guiding us step by step in His divine purpose.
John 8:12 - "Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.'"
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FAITH AND GRATITUDE MULTIPLY GOD’S BLESSINGS
A thankful heart receives more from God. Just as the one leper who returned to Jesus received not only physical healing but also a transformed soul, so do those who live in gratitude experience deeper spiritual blessings.
Luke 17:15-16 - "And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, returned, and with a loud voice glorified God, and fell down on his face at His feet, giving Him thanks."
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SUMMARY
Each day is a gift from God, meant to be lived in faith, gratitude, and obedience. The carnal mind seeks to disrupt our peace, but surrendering to Christ enables us to walk in victory. True life is found in abiding in Christ, not in relying on human effort.
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CONCLUSION
To live each day in divine purpose, we must recognize that our lives belong to God. We are called to rejoice in each day, trusting that His plans are good. Gratitude opens the door to greater spiritual blessings, and submission to God ensures our victory over the enemy.
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CALL TO ACTION
Make a daily commitment to surrender each day to the Lord. Begin each morning with thanksgiving, rejecting fear and doubt. Allow Christ to be your light, guiding you through every challenge.
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FINAL WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT
Rejoice in every day God gives you. Trust in His mercy, embrace His presence, and walk confidently in the path He has set before you. Your life is in His hands, and His plans for you are perfect.
Jeremiah 29:11 - "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope."
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SALVATION PRAYER
Lord Jesus, I acknowledge that I am a sinner in need of Your mercy. I believe that You died for my sins and rose again for my salvation. I surrender my life to You and ask You to be my Lord and Savior. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit and guide me each day in Your divine purpose. Thank You for Your love and grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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