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Texts: Ezekiel 28:12–17; Colossians 3:15–17; 1 Chronicles 13:1–10; Revelation 1:17
 
Music is spiritual, and every artist is a worshiper drawing inspiration either from God or from another source. Lucifer, heaven’s first chief musician, was created with music built into him, but pride lifted his heart and corrupted his gift. In the same way, many songs today are driven by entertainment and self-glory; they fade quickly because they lack the breath of God. By contrast, hymns birthed from divine encounters endure across generations, reviving the soul whenever they are sung. Worship, therefore, must never be reduced to performance; it is an offering to God that demands reverence and holiness.
 
The message unfolded in three parts. First, the danger of corrupted worship: Lucifer’s fall was rooted in pride that turned his gift away from God’s glory. That same spirit still influences musicians today. David’s attempt to move the ark on a new cart illustrates the danger of borrowing worldly methods for sacred purposes. Innovation without divine instruction brings not blessing but judgment.
 
Second, the marks of true spiritual songs were emphasized. Songs that spring from encounters with God carry eternal weight; they heal, revive, and endure through time. Songs born of human wisdom, however, fade quickly because they lack the Spirit’s life. True worship songs are sacred and holy; they flow from consecration, communion with God, and a life of holiness.
 
Finally, the essentials of acceptable worship were outlined. Worship must be marked by confidence in God, trusting and revering Him as the Almighty. It must be filled with admiration, esteeming Him deeply and desiring His likeness in our lives. It must flow from fascination, holy awe at His glory, like Peter on the Mount of Transfiguration. And above all, it must culminate in adoration, the chief end of man: to glorify God in all things.
 
Insight
Singing with grace is more than melody or emotion. It is spiritual, holy, and purposeful. True songs are born of God’s Spirit, rooted in reverence, and filled with grace. Worship that rises from confidence, admiration, fascination, and adoration honors God and endures forever.

This is the first Sunday in October and the beginning of the last quarter of our Year of Settlement. I declare that no word spoken by God concerning you will fail. This is the time to reposition, restrategize, and realign with divine purpose so that every prophetic promise finds fulfillment. In life and in faith, those who finish strong are those who reposition at the right time.

 

Main Points

1. Locate God for True Rest
Settlement begins with locating God. “Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Rest is not defined by wealth, possessions, or location it is a gift from God. Many have comfort yet lack peace. True settlement is when the soul finds peace in Christ. Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you.” That peace is your portion.

2. Be Vigilant and Spiritually Alert
The Word says, “Be sober, be vigilant.” This is not a season to be careless. Little distractions can make great losses. Like Elisha who kept his gaze on Elijah until the mantle fell, we must stay focused until our promises manifest. If you see rightly and remain watchful, you will not miss what God is releasing.

3. Distinguish Between a Problem and a Process
Not every difficulty is a problem many are processes God uses to bring us into glory. Paul’s imprisonment advanced the gospel. Joseph’s pit and prison were the road to his palace. Mary’s journey to Bethlehem was uncomfortable, yet it fulfilled prophecy. When God is in the process, what looks painful will end in praise.

4. Build Spiritual Capacity
Wisdom and knowledge are the stability of our times. Stability in life comes from strength in the Word and consistency in prayer. A believer without depth collapses when storms rise. It is time to build capacity develop stamina in prayer, discipline in study, and sensitivity to the Spirit. These are the foundations that carry settlement.

5. Walk in Honour and Alignment
The anointing flows through honour. The third captain in 2 Kings 1 humbled himself before Elijah and was preserved. Honour for authority brings life; pride brings destruction. Stay aligned under spiritual covering so that grace can flow unhindered.

6. Divine Help and Settlement
Even when the enemy rages, help will arise. In Revelation 12, when the dragon released floods against the woman, the earth came to her aid. So shall it be for you creation itself will respond in your favour. The storms of the year will not drown you; they will lift you to higher ground.

This last quarter of the year is your season of divine settlement. Reposition your heart, your focus, and your faith. Build capacity, maintain your vigour, and refuse to be distracted. Everything that concerns you shall end in peace.

Prophetic Declaration:
“I will not end this year empty. I am settled in peace, strength, and fulfillment. Every storm around my life will turn to testimony, and the earth will rise to help me, in Jesus’ name.”



MARKS AND MEASUREMENTS OF GENUINE CHRISTIANS (1).
Acts 11:26; 2 Cor. 5:17;  6:14-17; 1 John 2:3; 5:1


 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. John 13:35.
And the LORD said unto me, Amos, what seest thou? And I said, A plumbline. Then said the Lord, Behold, I will set a plumbline in the midst of my people Israel: I will not again pass by them any more: Amos 7:8

RUNNING THE RIGHT RACE (2). - THE DEMANDS OF THE EARTHLY RACE.

RUNNING THE RIGHT RACE (2). - THE DEMANDS OF THE EARTHLY RACE.
 
1 Cor. 9:19-27; 2Tim 4:5-8;
 
I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all. ~ Ecclesiastes 9:11
Man is naturally wired to succeed in life irrespective of who you are and where you come from. Nature fights against inactivity, redundancy and sluggishness which are anti-success actions.

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